Elden Ring

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7.8

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  1. luisbortolaso
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    muito bom, excelente camon every bory, lets go play go home is nice play video game, não precisa de super grafico pra ser um excelente game, mas pegou carona no Zelda Breath of the Wild, sem sombra de duvidas mas ta valendo.
  2. D3F14NTD3V14NT
    Feb 27, 2022
    4
    Where can I begin badly optimised on ps5 yet almost perfect on series x.simply put buy on series x not on PlayStation
  3. MetaK
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    I have to say, this game is the game of the 100-year, dark souls + red dead 2 like my dreams, only problem is the optimization but, that is not a big problem, software team can handle in maximal 1 week, definitely wort the money!!!
  4. sex69
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    'ELDEN RING' is '2022 GAME OF THE YEAR Most awarded game'. so well made Brutal yet beautiful and cold The map of the game is huge and detailed, and the action and combat are the best among all games.
  5. RetroCNY
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This is Miyazaki's magnum opus. Without question. I went into this game with very high expectations, and the reality still managed to blow me away. I haven't played an open world game this content-rich, with this much depth, since either Skyrim or Witcher 3. The world is so vast, there's secrets around every corner. Every zone has multiple sub-zones that you don't even know are there untilThis is Miyazaki's magnum opus. Without question. I went into this game with very high expectations, and the reality still managed to blow me away. I haven't played an open world game this content-rich, with this much depth, since either Skyrim or Witcher 3. The world is so vast, there's secrets around every corner. Every zone has multiple sub-zones that you don't even know are there until you stumble onto them. There's even MASSIVE subterranean zones underneath the land's between that you don't even know exist until you find them. There's no invisible walls or plot devices that block your exploration. If you see something that looks cool in the distance, you CAN go there and explore it whenever you want, as long as you can survive the trek to it. The world building at work here, thanks in large part to George R.R Martin's input, is unbelievable and EXTREMELY refreshing to see in a FromSoftware title.

    Elden Ring feels like a slap in the face to the current game-design dogma that is plaguing the consumer base, where developers rush out half-finished titles lacking in content, only to properly finish the game later with paid DLC. I have put over 80 hours into Elden Ring so far, and I still haven't seen the credits. Seriously, there hasn't been a game that's taken me this long to finish, thanks to how content-rich it is, in over a decade. Easily GOTY material, depending on how good GoW:Ragnarok is. One of the best gaming experiences I've ever had. If you like the souls games, you owe it to yourself to experience Elden Ring. Even if you've only dabbled a bit into them before, you owe yourself a chance to experience it.    … Expand
  6. FUROpinion
    Apr 29, 2022
    5
    Fix your game! Worked great at launch, but you update and change the meta enough and now this game is horrendous! This is part of the reason I stopped playing CoD. One week it's semi balanced, A bunch of babies show up complaining, and now it's an unbalanced mess.
  7. ChainsawMcConel
    Jun 14, 2022
    7
    The Game looks very good, the mechanics is Dark Souls typical with some new features like the Horse or the ability to jump. The Open World is quite big (for my Taste way to big). Open World and Dark Souls is a new concept which i was a little sceptical about because for me, Open World isnt a Feature i need in every Game, it needs to fit to the Type of Game. As example, a open World in aThe Game looks very good, the mechanics is Dark Souls typical with some new features like the Horse or the ability to jump. The Open World is quite big (for my Taste way to big). Open World and Dark Souls is a new concept which i was a little sceptical about because for me, Open World isnt a Feature i need in every Game, it needs to fit to the Type of Game. As example, a open World in a Fallout Game is absolutely great. For a Dark Sousish Game, i dont know if a huge World is needed.

    What was quite annoying to me is the fact that you need to craft a Medicin to be able to play with others. Why da Hell should this be a good feature? It would have been way better if it would have been a permanent Item. I can imagine especially for new Players, its going to get more than frustrating,    … Expand
  8. DeVito8704
    Apr 3, 2022
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. I have 60 hours in and I just hit the halfway point. The sheer vastness of this game is just insane. The only chance this game has of not winning is if God Of War comes out this year. Even then, it's going to take A LOT to top Elden Ring.
  9. radlikemydad
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    Legit best game of all time. All the people complaining aren’t familiar with souls games and want a casual game to hold their hands and baby them, or they’re complaining about graphics. Are you serious? Graphics is your reason for a zero? Please. If you’re not willing to break out of your casual shell then go back to playing Pokémon. If you are open to it however then get this game and beLegit best game of all time. All the people complaining aren’t familiar with souls games and want a casual game to hold their hands and baby them, or they’re complaining about graphics. Are you serious? Graphics is your reason for a zero? Please. If you’re not willing to break out of your casual shell then go back to playing Pokémon. If you are open to it however then get this game and be absorbed.… Expand
  10. Smfurt
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    All these low rating r just players that r bad at the game or just dont understand from softwares formula of making games. All their games r trying to force u to take risks and discover things all on ur own to give u a genuine feeling of happiness when u discover a new thing or hell even beat the boss u have been stuck on for hours. So in all these low rating from players r all just peopleAll these low rating r just players that r bad at the game or just dont understand from softwares formula of making games. All their games r trying to force u to take risks and discover things all on ur own to give u a genuine feeling of happiness when u discover a new thing or hell even beat the boss u have been stuck on for hours. So in all these low rating from players r all just people that r bad at the game becaude they cant beat a certain boss lmao… Expand
  11. Raj1
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    After playing around 100 hours, this is definitely the best open world game I have played in a while.
  12. vngama
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Amazing! This game is a master piece! One of a kind. Probably not for everyone, but it truly sets the bar up.
  13. Will1215a
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    From Software's MASTERPIECE. It all started with Demon Souls's level structure, then levels were jointed together and we got Dark Souls. Now we have multiple levels in a full open world map. EPIC. DEFINITELY A MUST PLAY.
  14. Mhavlykke
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Wow! Just…. Wow. I have no words for how absolutely amazing this game is. To whoever may be reading this, buy it right now! I promise you won’t regeret it!
  15. diogenis300
    Apr 21, 2022
    10
    Its literally anything i would ask for.. Typical from software formula with a breathtaking open world to explore and get lost in for hours
  16. onepiece255174
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    No graphics issue on ps5. Stop review bombing this game based on pc performance! Throughly enjoyed my 10+ hours PER DAY in the last three days. Honestly think this is game of the decade. Open world is full of interesting stuff. You JUST NEED TO LOOK FOR THEM!
  17. datswatshesaid
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Once again, the game did not disappoint.
    Interesting and challenging bosses, great open world and so much more to indulge with the game.
  18. Qoo88039
    Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Elden ring is a love letter to Fromsoft and souls fans. It's combat is addicting. Vast amount of choice to play how you want with tons of weapons, spells and items. While new players may struggle to get to grips with the difficulty. They do offer so many things to aid you if you are stuck. Even leveling up you start to feel like you can handle something you couldnt even better. OverallElden ring is a love letter to Fromsoft and souls fans. It's combat is addicting. Vast amount of choice to play how you want with tons of weapons, spells and items. While new players may struggle to get to grips with the difficulty. They do offer so many things to aid you if you are stuck. Even leveling up you start to feel like you can handle something you couldnt even better. Overall I'm… Expand… Expand
  19. Grassflakes
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    The most adventurous and epic out of FromSoftwares' game library and an enigma. Elden Ring will keep you glued to your seat in this harrowing but beautiful journey, filled with addicting gameplay especially with the spectacular bossfights, wonderful art, and a meticulous soundtrack suited for the ages. Enter the world as a lowly Tarnished, and lowly you will feel indeed. But keep pressingThe most adventurous and epic out of FromSoftwares' game library and an enigma. Elden Ring will keep you glued to your seat in this harrowing but beautiful journey, filled with addicting gameplay especially with the spectacular bossfights, wonderful art, and a meticulous soundtrack suited for the ages. Enter the world as a lowly Tarnished, and lowly you will feel indeed. But keep pressing on and what you will discover beneath the cracks and crevices. It is a game worth investing your time on and an experience with one of the best games of recent memory and possibly the one to pave and set the standard of other action adventure games from here on forth. 10/10… Expand
  20. VickyPollard
    Jan 6, 2023
    1
    Probably one of the worst games I've ever played. The graphics are outdated, the story (if any) is lacking, the mechanics and animations are clunky, the open world feels deserted and the enemies placed in them are random and placed randomly, voice acting is bad... The difficulty of beating the random assortment of enemies is the only reason one could have to play this game. Take that awayProbably one of the worst games I've ever played. The graphics are outdated, the story (if any) is lacking, the mechanics and animations are clunky, the open world feels deserted and the enemies placed in them are random and placed randomly, voice acting is bad... The difficulty of beating the random assortment of enemies is the only reason one could have to play this game. Take that away and it looks like a low-budget generic game that you'd grab for a few dollars at a massive discount from your local store "because why not", only to still be disappointed.… Expand
  21. Kjk2000
    Feb 28, 2022
    2
    This games is very confusing and tries to be so unique by not teaching us the basics of the game like the whole thing has no direction I don’t understand how they give this thing 10/10 .
  22. nemoide
    May 2, 2022
    10
    wonderfully distressing, the best game i ever play this year by far, thanks
  23. Dimimash
    Mar 20, 2022
    9
    Elden Ring is one of the best games anyone could ever play or get into. With that said, there’s an uproot of difficulty and expectations that you will fail and fail— time and time again. The exploration is a new broadened experience added to this franchise and feels welcome rightfully, of course with a couple of caveats. Graphically impressive and mesmerizing, alongside a gigantic amountElden Ring is one of the best games anyone could ever play or get into. With that said, there’s an uproot of difficulty and expectations that you will fail and fail— time and time again. The exploration is a new broadened experience added to this franchise and feels welcome rightfully, of course with a couple of caveats. Graphically impressive and mesmerizing, alongside a gigantic amount of creatures, bosses, and dragons. This game has it all for you, if you’re willing to accept the consistent loss of progress and effort.… Expand
  24. GamerSince_1994
    Mar 16, 2022
    9
    Just when I think I have finished exploring the entire game world, I come face to face with an entirely new area. But yeah I would have loved the story to be little more cryptic like the Dark Souls games and Bloodborne. Nevertheless, it's a new world and so much to do and so many optional bosses.
  25. lopexxx
    Mar 26, 2022
    4
    es lo mismo que los demás juegos solo con mundo abierto, no me gusta como reciclan todo el contenido y no se pueden poner hacer algo mas creativos o arriesgarse con algo mejor en ves de reciclar tanto cosas que ya usaron en otros juegos, no entiendo como como tiene esta puntuación solo es un souls de mundo abierto nada mas no inventaron nada ni mejoraron nada solo es un juego poco potentees lo mismo que los demás juegos solo con mundo abierto, no me gusta como reciclan todo el contenido y no se pueden poner hacer algo mas creativos o arriesgarse con algo mejor en ves de reciclar tanto cosas que ya usaron en otros juegos, no entiendo como como tiene esta puntuación solo es un souls de mundo abierto nada mas no inventaron nada ni mejoraron nada solo es un juego poco potente y con poca cosas nuevas, su historia es muy rebuscada y aunque te cuenten algo la verdad es que nadie la termina de entender, al final solo es un gasta tiempo.… Expand
  26. Arturos
    Mar 7, 2022
    6
    the only open world game of 2022 that deserves to be played unfortunately day one it had a lot of bugs on ps5, loss of data, framerate, boss that bugs and no online for some players on ps5 as well as Xbox but unfortunately the best place is on Xbox serie X, the game is improving even if it still has a little bug but less framerate bug but still present...
  27. HusxZ_
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    GOTY❤️‍
  28. otepshmowzow
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    fromsoft boss fights are hands down the best, but the open world system somehow destroys the beauty of it. when you fight a boss over leveled or over upgraded, there's no fun into it. unintended cheese. but i played it the way i want it so of course it's a great game!
  29. Hatmann
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    This is seriously a great game! BUY IT! If you "love" breath of the wild you might like this more
  30. Gaboagustin
    Apr 3, 2022
    4
    Maravillosa jugabilidad, un arte majestuoso, el resto es pura mierda.
    Al juego lo voy a terminar, la dificultad no es problema, la emoción de pasar por la niebla para enfrentar un jefe es inigualable son 183hs que llevo, las disfruté en lo jugable pero las padecí en las quest que están escondidas, todo está enfermizamente escondido.
    Hay entender la historia del juego fuera del juego,    Maravillosa jugabilidad, un arte majestuoso, el resto es pura mierda.
    Al juego lo voy a terminar, la dificultad no es problema, la emoción de pasar por la niebla para enfrentar un jefe es inigualable son 183hs que llevo, las disfruté en lo jugable pero las padecí en las quest que están escondidas, todo está enfermizamente escondido.
    Hay entender la historia del juego fuera del juego, viendo la interpretación del LORE de algún virgo, por favor.. que estupidez.
    El LORE ya no me interesa, esa manera de contar o NO contar una historia, ¡¡¡que mierda!!!, 183hs y no se a que estoy jugando.
    Si había una forma de arruinar un RPG perfecto de mundo abierto Hidetaka Miyazaki la encontró, aplicando la misma "ecuación" que usa en juegos lineales pero que no encajan en un mundo abierto enorme.
    *
    Los Miyazaki lover me dijeron: "Tenes que ir a foros/grupos para ver y compartir experiencias con otros usuarios y así entender la historia, cada uno aporta un poco" ¿¡¡¡WTF!!!?
    Última vez que le compro algo a FromSoftware.
    *
    Compralo solo si te interesa meterte en el nicho de los soulslikers, si buscas una buena historia vas a pasar mas tiempo fuera del juego que dentro de el.
    Una pena realmente.    … Expand
  31. Metla
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is a defining title in a Souls-borne series that takes everything FromSoftware has achieved in the previous games and makes it even better. FromSoftware is back with revolutionizing the gaming industry once again since the release of Demon Souls which happened 13 years ago and is giving us the best open-world title ever made with an amazing story and new great looking universe.
  32. davy420
    Oct 9, 2022
    7
    Its a good game, not the greatest game, or maybe its just not my thing. The game gets a little repetitive, and boring. People complained about the Breath of the Wild shrines, well these mini dungeons are even worse. Not to mention they keep using the same enemies over and over again.

    PS: I hate Malenia
  33. Jason_Klaw
    Apr 17, 2022
    9
    Absolutely love it. Took time to get to a 'From software' open world. But after midway, it got so fun. Currently on ng+3, and a new character game.
  34. LiirThropp
    May 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. GRAPHICS. DON'T. MATTER. IF. THE. GAME. IS. ENYOJABLE.
    It still baffles me that people prioritize graphics over the game experience. Besides, the art and ambiance is incredible, but because it isn't hyper detailed and realistic running at 60fps in 4K it is bad? Miss me with that.

    Pros:
    - Finally an open world game without a marker-infested map that lets you be the one doing the exploration.
    - Gameplay. This could be Dark Souls 4, they have polished their system and remained in the sweet spot between innovating and keeping their known style.
    - Great soundtrack, Yuka Kitamura shines once more.
    - A lot of variety available for builds.
    - Great encounters, most bosses are challenging but doable.
    - A good story and expansive lore. Finally some lore is provided even if you do not read item descriptions.
    - Enormous and varied map in which you can explore for hours.
    - It feels weird, but refreshing to feel like the game doesn't tell you "this is good and this is bad". All decisions you make have their consequences and that's that.

    Cons:
    - Some mini bosses are reused a lot.
    - It can burn you out for future replays if you try to get everything on your first run.
    - Malenia feels like the only truly unfair boss, an escapee from Bloodborne in a much slower game.
    - It is a little harder to follow-up on NPC quests in such an enormous map.
    - AFK farmers, patch that already!

    All in all, it feels like a passion project and not with profit as the main focus.    … Expand
  35. unotavailable
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, best open world by far, excellent combat, fantastic bosses, a lot of content.
  36. guriposa
    Feb 26, 2022
    5
    As a fan of Bloodborne I ll give this 5 but its not wow what a game, poor graphics and bad history (if there's any kkk) I dont recommend if u r searching for a really good game as Bloodborne from the same Game company by the way
  37. Da7o0om
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Best game ever since last 7 years,, thank you from software for this masterpiece
  38. Angelbleach
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This is the ultimate version of Dark Souls thanks to its vast and gigantic open world.
  39. FindersFees
    Jul 21, 2022
    6
    This is it, i'm finally have to admit to myself these games just aren't for me, I just don't enjoy it, let hype get me but this will be the last time.
  40. dipupresi
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    I have played the game for 216 hours. Currently at 198 level. Frankly speaking, I have never faced any issue, graphics wise. My PS5 version was perfect. The game design was beautiful. The well thought quests were thrilling. The character design, story was awesome. The best part of the game is the boss fights for which we play this game. I personally enjoyed the game to the fullest. II have played the game for 216 hours. Currently at 198 level. Frankly speaking, I have never faced any issue, graphics wise. My PS5 version was perfect. The game design was beautiful. The well thought quests were thrilling. The character design, story was awesome. The best part of the game is the boss fights for which we play this game. I personally enjoyed the game to the fullest. I believe, it's the game of the decade. The players who are giving bad ratings, don't know anything about gaming. They have hardly played the game. Don't give excuse that you are a novice. This was my first souls game and I platinumed it. If you don't like challenges, please don't play this game. This is not for casual gamers. This is for players who love challenges. Accept that, nobody can make such beautiful and deadly open world game than fromsoft. Appreciate and enjoy it.… Expand
  41. Echoseven
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game, thanks, miyazaki. For the love and care u put into your projects, unlike some, you're a genius
  42. poodlenoodle
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece is all i have to say about this game, it has performance issues which I didn’t reduce score for because it usually gets fixed anyway.
  43. NightWolfMortis
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    The best game ive played in a long time, perfect in all aspects, its a shame it didn´t come dubbed but that doesn´t make the game any worse.
  44. Inuyasha1
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    아무래도 엘든링은 게임 자체는 겁나 잘만들다보니까 스팀 유저 평가가 엄청나게 오를 거라고 예상은 했었는데 이렇게 순식간에 매우 긍정적으로 오른걸 보면 진짜 확실히 게임은 2022년 최다고티 받아도 될 정도로 잘만들긴 한것같음 ㄷㄷ

    엘든링 메타 평점 97~98점을 줬던 수많은 전세계 리뷰어 웹진들 평점들의 평가들 중에 틀린 말이 하나도없는듯. 최적화가 좀 그랬음에도 너무 갓겜이라 만점 줬다고 했는데 확실히 지금 스팀 유저 평가가 매우 긍정적으로 바뀐걸 보면 게임 자체는 진짜 디테일하게 손맛도 좋고 모험요소도 엄청 뛰어나고 액션과 전투 타격감도 겁나 쩔고 겁나 잘만들었다보니까 최다고티급 초우주갓겜임에는 틀림없는 사실이라 평가가 매우 긍정적으로 단숨에 뛰어오른듯 ㄷㄷ    아무래도 엘든링은 게임 자체는 겁나 잘만들다보니까 스팀 유저 평가가 엄청나게 오를 거라고 예상은 했었는데 이렇게 순식간에 매우 긍정적으로 오른걸 보면 진짜 확실히 게임은 2022년 최다고티 받아도 될 정도로 잘만들긴 한것같음 ㄷㄷ

    엘든링 메타 평점 97~98점을 줬던 수많은 전세계 리뷰어 웹진들 평점들의 평가들 중에 틀린 말이 하나도없는듯. 최적화가 좀 그랬음에도 너무 갓겜이라 만점 줬다고 했는데 확실히 지금 스팀 유저 평가가 매우 긍정적으로 바뀐걸 보면 게임 자체는 진짜 디테일하게 손맛도 좋고 모험요소도 엄청 뛰어나고 액션과 전투 타격감도 겁나 쩔고 겁나 잘만들었다보니까 최다고티급 초우주갓겜임에는 틀림없는 사실이라 평가가 매우 긍정적으로 단숨에 뛰어오른듯 ㄷㄷ
  45. Ponycornosaurus
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    This is my favourite From Software game and, BY FAR, my favorite game of all time. Sure it has some performance issues, but nothing game breaking and that isn't patcheable anyway. Fromsoft was never famous for their performance anyway, take bloodborne for example: constant frame drop, doesnt stop it from being one of the best games of all time.

    Besides the imersion in this game is    This is my favourite From Software game and, BY FAR, my favorite game of all time. Sure it has some performance issues, but nothing game breaking and that isn't patcheable anyway. Fromsoft was never famous for their performance anyway, take bloodborne for example: constant frame drop, doesnt stop it from being one of the best games of all time.

    Besides the imersion in this game is astonishing, i ended up losing the path i was supposed to take so many times and i loved every second of it

    It sure isnt for everyone, just like any other souls game, but for me it is a masterpiece, and a culmination of every piece of good characteristics the other souls games have, mashed up together    … Expand
  46. Bark-the-Human
    Mar 8, 2022
    4
    This game would've been truly amazing had they added true co-op and abandoned the Darks Souls co-op system. A lot of people have been wanting a decent fantasy coop experience for years, and Elden Ring made it seem like it was going to be the first to do one right, but the co-op system is horrendous. They make you jump through pointless hoops than actually making the game harder. You'll beThis game would've been truly amazing had they added true co-op and abandoned the Darks Souls co-op system. A lot of people have been wanting a decent fantasy coop experience for years, and Elden Ring made it seem like it was going to be the first to do one right, but the co-op system is horrendous. They make you jump through pointless hoops than actually making the game harder. You'll be blocked by some magic fog wall, have to kick your friend out, walk five feet into the cave and summon them back in. I was highly annoyed by that, but what really got me, was the fact that they block co-op altogether in a region after defeating the region boss. Co-op was a selling point for me when I bought this game, but the devs didn't bother to mention all of these restrictions. Most of the elitists will say, "but co-op makes the game easier, and that's bad." Well, all ya gotta do is make the enemies tougher. There, fixed. The way they implemented the co-op seem like the devs have some personal vendetta against people who want to play with their friends. It's an open-world game, and ya'll should adapt to that. The game has the potential to be the best fantasy game since Witcher 3 came out. If they fix this ridiculous co-op system, I will give this game the highest rating possible.… Expand
  47. DenysStallone
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    FromSoftware is kings like allways!! Amazing 10/10. Open world is just epic.
  48. Billy666
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    honestly one of the most enjoyable open world game with plenty of stuff to do without being overwhelming
  49. oldhand666
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Amazing - have completed all Dark souls, Sekiro etc.. this is the best - the open world is so much better than those doing open world games for years.
  50. Dodo_Sy
    Mar 13, 2022
    5
    A very enjoyable game, but I find it to play extremely the same as the previous souls games
  51. Cpizz86
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Culmination of elements from previous titles. Probably their best game to date due to its vast open world and things to see and doz with some truly memorable boss encounters.
  52. Duskydingo
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Don't listen to the review bombing BS. This game is actually amazing. The only people having issues are the cry babies on PC. On console the game runs pretty well. Also, I think the game is " hard" then they aren't trying to learn. For these people," go back to call of duty" .
  53. Zarakydragneel
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Probably the best open world I have ever played, along with the Witcher 3 and BOTW, amazing. Apart from the bad optimisation at some times (fps drops etc) the game gets everything else right. From the open world, bosses, enemies, combat, it's all perfect. I see a lot of people complaining about this game mostly about the technical issues. Thankfully, that can be easily changed. However,Probably the best open world I have ever played, along with the Witcher 3 and BOTW, amazing. Apart from the bad optimisation at some times (fps drops etc) the game gets everything else right. From the open world, bosses, enemies, combat, it's all perfect. I see a lot of people complaining about this game mostly about the technical issues. Thankfully, that can be easily changed. However, the people complaining about the rest of the stuff just don't know what they are talking about. Seems like a bunch of crybabies who can't handle hard games or people against the hype train that's been going on for the last few weeks.… Expand
  54. Obliivious
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Amaasaaaassaaaaaaazing this game is phenomenal. I love it. Highly recommend you give it a shot. This is my favorite game of all time. Indeed.
  55. j2tronic
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever made—period. The culmination of everything FromSoftware has created over the past 15 years, and a true masterpiece in almost every aspect. This will stand the test of the time and be considered among the classics in video game history. Please play this game.
  56. CookieSnooper
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    It hurts so good
    I have not felt better in a long time
    The cold tears of anger, pain and misery intertwined with warmth of victory
    Dying is my life
    My life is no more

    ps. if the boss asks, tell him I'm very sick
  57. Moon_Chik
    Nov 20, 2022
    8
    Excellent story, bosses. But open world is obsolete. On PS5 the game works great
  58. LilTopi
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This is by far one of the very best games I've played in recent years, but its obscure clues of pushing the character forwards in the story makes it hard to recommend to anyone not willing to spend a lot of time digging into all the specific mechanics this game has to offer.
  59. The-Messiah
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    My favourite game of all time gameplay music story 10/10
  60. SamuraiChamploo
    Nov 4, 2022
    0
    Overall a great game, game play is always king in video games and when it comes to Elden Ring game-play is great plus combined with world design exploration is so satisfying damn near perfect ...now when it comes to story its ok and that is great video games are games not interactive movies none and story telling here is background decoration ....i just really wish elden ring should haveOverall a great game, game play is always king in video games and when it comes to Elden Ring game-play is great plus combined with world design exploration is so satisfying damn near perfect ...now when it comes to story its ok and that is great video games are games not interactive movies none and story telling here is background decoration ....i just really wish elden ring should have an option to incorporate bloodborne combat… Expand
  61. Crayth
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Let's be clear, it's the goty 2022 and as such a lot of people will complain about it. The DA, the gameplay and the open world are irreprochable, the majors issues are the optimisation on PC and some donjons with copy/paste boss (it's the downside to have a OW so large that's you can't fill it with only original mobs). If you are a fan of the fromsoft games, you can go with eyes closed andLet's be clear, it's the goty 2022 and as such a lot of people will complain about it. The DA, the gameplay and the open world are irreprochable, the majors issues are the optimisation on PC and some donjons with copy/paste boss (it's the downside to have a OW so large that's you can't fill it with only original mobs). If you are a fan of the fromsoft games, you can go with eyes closed and if you are not, it's also a great game to start the souls-like experience (you have a lot of tool to make the game easier).… Expand
  62. adrianompo
    Sep 29, 2022
    7
    Played it at release on PS5, got the Platinum in one month or so (playing slowly and steadily), but writing my thoughts just now. Elden Ring is a very good game, but not the masterpiece that the mainstream media made it look like.

    First, the lore. It's the same poor storytelling inherited from the Souls franchise, with very few NPCs and lore based on item descriptions. While this was    Played it at release on PS5, got the Platinum in one month or so (playing slowly and steadily), but writing my thoughts just now. Elden Ring is a very good game, but not the masterpiece that the mainstream media made it look like.

    First, the lore. It's the same poor storytelling inherited from the Souls franchise, with very few NPCs and lore based on item descriptions. While this was never a problem with Dark Souls, this time they marketed a lot that partnership with GRRM, so I was expecting the best of the two worlds, and it never happened. It felt like a waste of potential.

    As an open world game, From did a soiid job but it did not set the bar higher in the genre. In fact, there are quite a few bugs that don't break the gameplay but harm the immersion. On that aspect (immersion), the first 10 hours or so are a huge WOW, but as the ending approaches the experience is already getting dull, with many bosses and sub-bosses repeating themselves needlessly. The final boss, by the way, was the most anti-climax enemy I've seen in a long time.

    The endgame is weak, there's little reason to go for the NG+. I actually enjoyed the experience overall, but I'd be lying if I said that I'll remember it for a long time. When the credits started rollling I was like "so, that was it?".

    Let's be fair: it's a must play, but still inferior to Sekiro. My problem with Elden Ring is not what it is, but what it could have been.    … Expand
  63. barryhalls
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    ill be honest, i never know whats going on in these games but in my opinion it doesnt matter. by far the best fromsoft game to date.
  64. EvertonAraujo
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Facilmente um dos melhores jogos de 2022, particularmente já é meu goty. Esse jogo evolui o mundo aberto em diversos aspectos, o jogo traz inúmeros inimigos e chefes que me fez perder a conta, a evolução do personagem mesmo que de forma lenta é gratificante . O set e as composições de build são inúmeras . Esse jogo claramente tirou a sensação de “ massivo “ que muitos jogos vem trazendo,Facilmente um dos melhores jogos de 2022, particularmente já é meu goty. Esse jogo evolui o mundo aberto em diversos aspectos, o jogo traz inúmeros inimigos e chefes que me fez perder a conta, a evolução do personagem mesmo que de forma lenta é gratificante . O set e as composições de build são inúmeras . Esse jogo claramente tirou a sensação de “ massivo “ que muitos jogos vem trazendo, essa sensação de cansaço e monotonia não está presente em Elder ring . É um jogo pra jogar e explorar por horas e acredito que até o fim do aboiando não terão descoberto tudo que o jogo tem a oferecer . Eu recomendo demais a compra dessa joia.… Expand
  65. Corporate_Goon
    Mar 1, 2022
    9
    I'm 30 hours into the game and it is fantastic. It is challenging, yes, but Elden Ring gives you more options than previous FromSoft games for mitigating that difficulty - from just going off and exploring another part of the world until you feel ready to tackle the challenge, to summoning 'spirits' that aid you in difficult fights.

    The world is gorgeous, the enemies are well-designed,    I'm 30 hours into the game and it is fantastic. It is challenging, yes, but Elden Ring gives you more options than previous FromSoft games for mitigating that difficulty - from just going off and exploring another part of the world until you feel ready to tackle the challenge, to summoning 'spirits' that aid you in difficult fights.

    The world is gorgeous, the enemies are well-designed, there are tons of great weapons and spells to play with, and when you reach a 'dungeon' area, it is laid out like the best classic Souls locations. The second dungeon area, (the Academy) plays like a perfect melding of Yharnam from Bloodborne and Irythil from Dark Souls 3.

    There are a few *minor* technical problems with the PC version on launch. People giving this game 0 out of 10 because it doesn't support ultrawide monitors are just being ridiculous. There's a bit of minor frame stuttering when the game loads new assets, but this only happens occasionally and never during combat encounters, and i've encountered a few minor bugs, but none were game-breaking and I expect all to be ironed out in patches within the next month or so.

    I'm 30 hours in and I feel like I'm maybe 1/3 of the way through the game. It's breathtaking in scope and incredibly fun to play. I'm giving it a 9 rather than a 10 because the open world does sometimes feel a bit less unique than previous From games - it is definitely influenced by BOTW and Skyrim - and because of those minor technical hiccups. But absolutely fantastic game and a must-play.    … Expand
  66. Bensowa
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    As a Dark Souls fan, this game is amazing. Very large open world, beautiful graphics, and they did a great job making it more user friendly to new players. It still has a Dark Souls challenge to it, but they provide you with a map, and the tools you need to succeed. With it being open world, if you are struggling, just go somewhere else until your stronger. Lots of weapons and armor,As a Dark Souls fan, this game is amazing. Very large open world, beautiful graphics, and they did a great job making it more user friendly to new players. It still has a Dark Souls challenge to it, but they provide you with a map, and the tools you need to succeed. With it being open world, if you are struggling, just go somewhere else until your stronger. Lots of weapons and armor, spells, and awesome enemies. This game is a for sure 10/10 for me. Finally a game that seemed finished on release, rather than waiting for updates to make it fun.… Expand
  67. cjbenavidez
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    It’s addicting and yes it’s challenging. You need to put some hours in this game and explore the world to level up your character and the game gets better and better the longer you play.
  68. AntiReviewBomb
    May 28, 2022
    10
    First fromsoft game and it’s already one of my fav games of all time. Didn’t buy at launch, but glad I got it now. Not dying to any boss 30 times over really made me enjoy the game more. Only the final boss took me awhile to figure out. Game is just so good for fantasy lovers, the magic powers gives you a very fulfilling Gandalf/dr strange game.
  69. MedusanBH
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Melee and mounted combat are almost perfect! The world is gorgeous and the game runs well. It needs a bit of tuning due to some drops in frame rate but it does not change the fact that this game is Awesome!
  70. jendranez
    May 18, 2022
    10
    Man. My favourite game always was Morrowind. Now, Elden Ring is kinda Morrowind on steroids. F-king great exploration. Dpn't know what to say more. "Game hangover" will be the biggest in years. :(
  71. ultimatekayozz
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    For me it is already the game of the year and one of the best games I have ever played. The open world feels completely different from anything you've ever played before - but better. Nowhere do annoying quest markers or arrows take you by the hand and guide you through the world as if on rails. Everything you can find has a purpose or is meaningful. There is no trivial collection stuff.For me it is already the game of the year and one of the best games I have ever played. The open world feels completely different from anything you've ever played before - but better. Nowhere do annoying quest markers or arrows take you by the hand and guide you through the world as if on rails. Everything you can find has a purpose or is meaningful. There is no trivial collection stuff. The best part is the sense of openness. You see something in the distance and wonder "How do I get there?". Then you try for a while and don't make it. Do something else and then end up at said place 5 hours later. I've really played a lot of open world games. But this open world is a kind of opus magnum. Future open worlds will have to measure up to this.

    It's big Dark Souls, but in a good way.    … Expand
  72. AgenteVoid
    Mar 19, 2022
    9
    For me, this game was the best experience from Fromsoftware.
    keep the quality along the future Fromsoftware!
  73. moonlight3000
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    The best open world game since Skyrim. With a world so densely packed with amazing gameplay and lore it is very deserving of all the critical acclaim it has received thus far. Elden Ring is a game that takes all the greatness of previous From Software games and adds quality of life changes so any gamer can play it. This game is being review bombed by users on here due to the difficulty andThe best open world game since Skyrim. With a world so densely packed with amazing gameplay and lore it is very deserving of all the critical acclaim it has received thus far. Elden Ring is a game that takes all the greatness of previous From Software games and adds quality of life changes so any gamer can play it. This game is being review bombed by users on here due to the difficulty and to them I just have to say, watch gameplay of a game before you spend $60 on it. While I personally don’t think the game is any harder than something like cup head or shovel knight, like those games it takes trial and error to succeed. If you want something easy and pretty play Horizon. If you still wanna give elden ring a shot but are unsure about the difficulty know that you can always summon help or grind in other areas. Something most angry consumers never even attempted.… Expand
  74. Ironyck
    Apr 18, 2022
    9
    Un des meilleures jeux que j'ai joué depuis sekiro. La seule raison pourquoi il n'a pas une note parfaite est que il ya quelques **** bug qui devraient être à travailler, comme par exemple se faire frapper à travers des murs.....
  75. Boehls123
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game honestly my favorite game from software has made so far, it's a shame it's getting heavily review bombed, it really does feel like the combination of all the experience in games they have had so far, I recommend
  76. Lexyeses
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    Its one of the best games ever The characters 8/10
    The world10/10
    The gameplay 10000/10000
    The voice actors 9/10/
    Alexander 10/10
    The bosses 9/10
    I had so much fun playing Elden ring
    Its in my top 5 games of all time . And if didn’t bought it yet
    Idk what you waiting for
    Buy it NOW
    ITS A MUST PLAY
  77. GregCujo
    Mar 4, 2022
    1
    Overhyped, empty mess of a game. It is not fun in any traditional or post-modern sense of the word.
  78. Bopna
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    Absolutely amazing game that really satisfies your exploration and challenge needs. A clear contender for GOTY
  79. ValkyriaDG
    Mar 18, 2022
    9
    Un juego Increíble con un vasto Mundo Abierto y una Dificultad Muy Interesante. Uno de los candidatos a GOTY del Año.
  80. hklk
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Ofc it's the best game in the f*uckin world ...............................
  81. Rich45682
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece made by From Software, they have created not only the best open world game ever, but also the best game ever made. This is a game that everyone should try. Collapse
  82. awesomeperson6
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    One of the best RPGs I’ve ever played. Super challenging and rewarding for those who want to give it a chance. definitely a must play.
  83. Dennidenito91
    Apr 17, 2022
    10
    Milestone. It is this type of a game, which we will mention in 20 years. Respect and thanks to FromSoft.
  84. Vinivitorioyo
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Não me lembro a última vez que mergulhei tão profundamente em um universo de um jogo. Esse jogo é especial. Queria opções que facilitassem um pouco o progresso em alguns pontos chave da história. Mas entendo que parte do meu gosto pessoal e entendo que é diferente da proposta do jogo. Ainda assim, é um jogo imperdível e um marco na indústria.
  85. thms_ua
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever made!
    Definitely the biggest and most ambitious game of FromSoftware. No doubt 10 out of 10
    Gina play more and more
  86. hshbh123
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    people will just complain about everything! the game is an absolute masterpiece and I didnt enjoy a video game for the past fews years except now!
  87. ThaBreeze
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    Absolute stunning game, runs even very well on my PS4! The Atmosphere is very unique and the world ingame design reminds me a lot of Zelda BOTW, which I fairly liked a lot too. Although its not completely my type of genre and just a handful of few things I couldn’t get warm with, personally seeing the game overall more like a 8.5-9, I‘ll give it a 10 just to counter all those butthurt reviews.
  88. tangelman
    Aug 30, 2022
    4
    I dont understand, why is everyone telling me this game is hard ??????..

    its fell more like a casual game from "From Software" Game
  89. 7Peacewalker7
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    It’s awesome, big and perfect. 140 hours still lot to explore and discover. Being open world it allows players to have more scopes around tougher areas.
  90. GaianMonkey
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    Love this game and a big fromsoftware fan. It's not to every one's taste tho. It's tough and doesn't hold your hand. You have to explore and unravel the land betweens mysterys yourself. The combat it fluid, tough and varied. Shame its not optimizer properly but plays well on ps5. Loving it.
  91. SushiMess
    Mar 13, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game in my opinion has lived up to it's expectations. I love how challenging the boss is, especially Margit, the first boss you fight who is harder than what a first boss should be but i think that is perfectly fine as it sets the tone for this game. What's different about this game compared to other souls game is that if you can not beat a boss, you are able to explore to find stronger items and power up your stuff. My issue with the game however is that I've often encountered a bug that makes you stuck midair when you try to summon your horse. It has caused me to lose many runes required to level up and made me restart boss fights like Radahn. For people saying this game has no story, empty open world, or unfair boss fights are just wrong imo. The game does have a story but it is not told traditionally like other games, From Soft's approach with these story telling is giving players bits of pieces for you to think about it and piece them yourself. The open world aspect of this game is done right, in every region you explore, there are ALWAYS caves, dungeons, and towers to explore for loot. You're not always running around in an empty area as there is always something to reward you. The bosses in this game is hard but i don't think they are unfair. This game is a souls game at heart and requires you to learn the bosses animations/attack patterns to perfectly dodge. Some bosses punish you heavily for spam rolling, which is perfectly fine. Overall i really recommend this game. It is the best game to get into the souls series as it allows you to explore to get stronger.… Expand
  92. Tmieti
    May 12, 2022
    10
    This game is like good wine ... if you start you do not want to finish. You want to taste it, feel it ..
  93. Sameohwell
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    10/10 great game. Think of it like a fancy meal, everyone who puts 0/10 is so used to eating garbage they can't even taste anything anymore.
  94. jlemay12345
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Elden ring is a more balanced approach to it then previous souls games for sure. It's a great game anyone saying it looks like garage is out of they're mind.
  95. Disguy425
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    One of the only games I'd call a perfect 10. Just wow. It feels like there is an endless amount of good content.
  96. JarosGra
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    10/10 gameplay
    10/10 character builds
    10/10 bosses
    8/10 story (mysterious)
  97. yuriprotasio
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The game is incredible, the vast world, variety of items and bosses, the history, and ambiantations through the game has no comparisson, I say this is the strongest candidate to goty.
  98. Welkin
    Mar 18, 2022
    8
    + The lore , world building , characters are still really cool and mysterious
    + There's still a ton of builds you can make and experiment with adding to the replayability
    + Some extremely cool looking locations + The occasional great boss fight + Dynamic weather is really nice . I love it when it starts to rain out of nowhere + Better checkpoints before boss fights (For the most part)    + The lore , world building , characters are still really cool and mysterious
    + There's still a ton of builds you can make and experiment with adding to the replayability
    + Some extremely cool looking locations
    + The occasional great boss fight
    + Dynamic weather is really nice . I love it when it starts to rain out of nowhere
    + Better checkpoints before boss fights (For the most part)
    - Even by Souls standards the story is really incoherent
    - Too many asset flip side bosses and dungeons which is a by product of the world being needlessly huge
    - Progression is slow to incentive you to explore but because of the above it gets really tiresome and repetitive fast so thank god for exploits
    - Many times the difficulty corelates to what a cheap jumpscare does for a horror game . It gets the job done but it's artificial (Bosses spazzing out , aim bot , gank squads , one shots etc.)
    - Jankiness , input delay , poor clipping and bad camera during large scale boss fights
    - Frustrating without a guide especially when it comes to quests and knowing where items are
    - Too dependent on farming , meta items and ashes of war to carry you . This was true in past games as well but it never felt like a requirement

    In both a positive and negative way Elden Ring did nothing that I did not expect and unsurprisingly people twist the games negatives into positives like they always tend to do . It also suffers from the exact same issues Dark Souls 2 did , the open world did nothing for me personally and in case you gave a rats ass no I don't consider Elden Ring to be a masterpiece but in a sea of garbage nowadays it sure appears like one    … Expand
  99. Jcperalta
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    Greate game good bosses all around and great music to go with it, the only thing I can say that is bad is that sometime I get some lag but that fine with me it’s still a great game and I’ll keep playing it for a long time. Also hope there some great DLC for this game as well
  100. Guados
    Jan 20, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx… Expand
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  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 30, 2024
    100
    Elden Ring is simply a game that the player naturally adapts to their own style of play. Challenging at times, vicious at others, but mostly incredibly fun. The enjoyable pace makes the hours of play pass by like water, and each path opens up a few more, only to come together again after a fair amount of exploration before the next big reveal. [Issue#318]
  2. Cubed3
    Jun 2, 2023
    90
    Elden Ring serves as a testament to open world video game design. There is a true sense of accomplishment once that rock-hard enemy has been slain and, something that compels a player to relentlessly do it over and over again until they succeed is truly rewarding. The world is humongous and an epitome of how exploration should be encouraged, by intriguing players to see what is over the hill. Elden Ring is an unmissable, must-play, gaming experience with surprises galore.
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  3. T3
    Aug 11, 2022
    80
    Elden Ring's engaging combat, mythology and dynamite orchestral soundtrack goes a long way to overshadow an aggressive open world that punishes exploration from the beaten path. Fans of the Souls genre are in for a treat, while newcomers will need to persist to reap the benefits.
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