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  1. Apr 27, 2022
    6
    Elden ring is fun, but region locked languages are retarded, can't change language makes the experience way worse. Especially when your friends and other people use english and you are the only one who uses Chinese. Normally this wouldn't be a huge problem, but lden ring is a extremely complex and the names of characters and items can get complicated sometimes. I hope they patch it out.
  2. Apr 28, 2022
    7
    All souls games in this one. I like this game at start, but at the end it was boring and I just wanted to end. Plot is good, in Miyazaki's style. Bosses are very good with hardcore as fans needed. I like this game for challenges that I had.
  3. May 11, 2022
    10
    After playing Bethesda crap games and ubisoft crazy games this is finally something so good and fresh like witcher 3 was 2015 10/10 deserved
  4. May 7, 2022
    10
    Awesome, easily 10/10. I really can't say much more. It's beautiful, well designed and every time I think I've seen it all, I find more. I'm a huge fan of RPGs, but this is very unique. No quest markers, no hand holding. You must find everything out for yourself. The detail is incredible, you just have to look, listen, read and find it all yourself. People are whining about the lack ofAwesome, easily 10/10. I really can't say much more. It's beautiful, well designed and every time I think I've seen it all, I find more. I'm a huge fan of RPGs, but this is very unique. No quest markers, no hand holding. You must find everything out for yourself. The detail is incredible, you just have to look, listen, read and find it all yourself. People are whining about the lack of story, go look and spend time finding it all out. The lack of quest markers and quest design. Go look and find it all out for yourself. If you do you will find the rewards are very much worth the searching. Game of the year for sure. 100%. One of the best games I've ever played. Expand
  5. May 2, 2022
    10
    Parabéns a From Software por fazer esse jogo englobando as mecânicas da serie Souls em um jogo de mundo aberto cheio de vida e diversidade
    Melhor jogo de mundo aberto desde Skyrim
  6. May 7, 2022
    9
    One of the best Open-world games ever. Build customisation and NPC quest lines are the best in the series. This game manages to do so many things so well. The legacy dungeons are all excellent with some of the best bosses in the series. Dungeons around the world have some great puzzles and level design however enemies are often overused. The boss variety is also often overused which makesOne of the best Open-world games ever. Build customisation and NPC quest lines are the best in the series. This game manages to do so many things so well. The legacy dungeons are all excellent with some of the best bosses in the series. Dungeons around the world have some great puzzles and level design however enemies are often overused. The boss variety is also often overused which makes getting to the end of a level fell a bit anti climatic. Overall this game is excellent with a few noticeable flaws. Expand
  7. May 3, 2022
    10
    Elden ring is just an completed version of dark souls but it doesn’t make it bad although it makes the game real masterpiece
  8. May 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un gran juego muy difícil pero satisfactorio, pase media hora tratando de vencer al primer jefe pero valió cada segundo Expand
  9. May 4, 2022
    6
    Ужасное техническое исполнение, кривой баланс, пустой сюжет. Единственное её достоинство — интересный открытый мир, пока не начинаешь вязнуть в самоповторах....
  10. May 3, 2022
    10
    Incredible game.

    I was a soul's noob when I started this game and have only now stopped playing to conquer all soul's games I can find. I played a small bit of this game prior to purchasing it and fell in love within an hour, the difficulty was there but it never felt unrealistic or cheap. Each death left me confident I could improve either my tactic or play style before rushing back
    Incredible game.

    I was a soul's noob when I started this game and have only now stopped playing to conquer all soul's games I can find.

    I played a small bit of this game prior to purchasing it and fell in love within an hour, the difficulty was there but it never felt unrealistic or cheap. Each death left me confident I could improve either my tactic or play style before rushing back in to take another attempt.

    Prior to this game, I attempted a few souls games such as Bloodborne but never liked some of the features (long runs back, lack of guidance, road blocks of "git good" or you can't proceed) but the open world nature of Elden Ring and some other quality of life improvements have negated these issues and produced not just an amazing game for me, but one that has opened my eyes to the entire soul's series.

    The world itself is large and sprawling but finding something to do feels very organic, no longer am I ticking off map marker locations but instead, I am stumbling accross interesting places to visit. Events such as running away from a group of mobs to find a crypt or opening a chest and finding more than I bargained for were all extremelty exciting experiences and I have fond memories of this game.

    The feeling of satisfaction when you defeat a hard enemy is amazing with this game, I haven't played a game like this where I have been stuck, strugling and banging my head against a wall only to keep going with a smile on my face since the 90's.

    One of my all time fav games.
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  11. May 3, 2022
    10
    It was a souls maserpiece. The bosses were intimidating and the performance was good but not great. The story was good as always, like the hidden statue and walls. Especially the game needs a bit more optimization on the consoles but as an average souls player, I believe from software will fix it so 10 out of 10! (note: I suggest to search hidden things and story on the internet if you'reIt was a souls maserpiece. The bosses were intimidating and the performance was good but not great. The story was good as always, like the hidden statue and walls. Especially the game needs a bit more optimization on the consoles but as an average souls player, I believe from software will fix it so 10 out of 10! (note: I suggest to search hidden things and story on the internet if you're not VaatiVidya or Zullie the witch) Expand
  12. May 4, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. Everything about it is just perfect. The gameplay is fun and exhilarating and the world is fun to explore and packed with things to find. It's also probably one of the prettiest games I've ever played. The spells look amazing. It has that classic From Software feeling put dialed up to 10.
    However, the horse is kinda buggy sometimes, but I've rarely had problems with that,
    Amazing game. Everything about it is just perfect. The gameplay is fun and exhilarating and the world is fun to explore and packed with things to find. It's also probably one of the prettiest games I've ever played. The spells look amazing. It has that classic From Software feeling put dialed up to 10.
    However, the horse is kinda buggy sometimes, but I've rarely had problems with that, especially after the recent patches. I also feel like the crypts get tedious because they are all kinda the same. But there's dogs-I mean, turtles. In short 10/10. Must play
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  13. May 5, 2022
    5
    I never played dark souls series. Elden ring is my first. I have to say. It’s great game. But the open world doesn’t suit elden ring. Sure it’s fun to discover some things. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not saying give me smaller maps. Why is this game full of bosses. Im glad we get way more than expected. Most games are half of content. And the rest with micro transactions…. Anyway I’m at NG+5I never played dark souls series. Elden ring is my first. I have to say. It’s great game. But the open world doesn’t suit elden ring. Sure it’s fun to discover some things. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not saying give me smaller maps. Why is this game full of bosses. Im glad we get way more than expected. Most games are half of content. And the rest with micro transactions…. Anyway I’m at NG+5 I already defeated elden beast 4 times. Around 200 hours In the game. First I was confused what to do. Im not that stupid. But there is literally no guide to see where u have to go. I guarantee everyone in elden ring search YouTube or googles it. Where to go after the first site of grace. I don’t wanna look on YouTube or google it. But this game made me do it. I like a challenging game. But I don’t wanna die like 100 times ( talking about first play through ) after the end game. It felt like it’s done. Why go to NG+. Yea maybe we mist a quest then u can do it again from there. Anyway. After ng+2.. I was farming a lot of runes. Also side bosses… then I just went for main bosses. That’s it. Didn’t care about anything else anymore. It feels really boring…. No hate. My score was first 9/10. But now after ng+5. It drops down to 5/10

    Btw.. after patch update in late April. On PS5 it feels slower when I do combo sword attacks. My stamina gain slower aswell. Try rivers of blood katana. Use the blood skill. Then u will see what I mean.

    ** My final score is 5/10. **

    What a shame. I really liked this game. But going back now. Why would I?

    Multiplayer coop. Takes forever for someone to summon me. I already defeated the boss. I wait for someone else request my help. But then it takes ages. I had to wait 15 mins. I just cancelled it. Go to ng+ again cuz there is nothing to do. All the bosses I defeated are gone

    I give another try if we ever get a DLC. But for now. No thanks.
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  14. May 7, 2022
    10
    Best game of all time. Gameplay: 10/10
    Story: 8/10
    Graphics: 9/10
    Difficulty: 8/10
    Overall Enjoyability: 9.5/10
  15. May 8, 2022
    10
    This games world is enormous and filled with things to do. The beautiful design and lore of this game is remarkable and each location you reach seems to tell a story in itself. Enemy design is unparalleled. Fantastic music and sound. Combat is smooth and there is tons of different builds to play with. The absence of a quest log fits so well with this game. Allows you to adventure, howThis games world is enormous and filled with things to do. The beautiful design and lore of this game is remarkable and each location you reach seems to tell a story in itself. Enemy design is unparalleled. Fantastic music and sound. Combat is smooth and there is tons of different builds to play with. The absence of a quest log fits so well with this game. Allows you to adventure, how you’re supposed to, and explore yourself without dozens of waypoints and markers. It keeps you immersed in the world. I’m constantly in awe of how beautiful some of the locations look and even some of the enemy designs. The game is very accessible. Yes it’s a hard game but you can make it easier if you want. Farming runes to over level every enemy you come across and certain builds make some bosses seem like a joke. But you can play how you want. That’s what makes the game very enjoyable for me. It’s easier than most souls games but not because the actual enemies and bosses are easier but because of the amount of different tools and ways you can come at these enemies. You can also just walk away, level up, and come back later. The difficulty is masterfully balanced. If you have been wanting to jump into the Souls series, this is the game to do it. Don’t let the difficulty scare you from this masterpiece of a game. If you are stuck or need help with what builds you can use, there are plenty of guides out there. You can also use summons to make fights easier and take some pressure off of you. It’s the most accessible Souls game. Play it. You will not regret it. Expand
  16. May 8, 2022
    10
    This game is fun! graphics are good, fun combat and amazing armor

    I see people complain about performance issues but personally never had those issues
  17. May 8, 2022
    10
    Really great game. Cool atmosphere nearly 100h played and it still makes a lot of fun.
  18. May 9, 2022
    10
    This game is just a masterpiece Every time I say I found everything if find a new things that keeping me playing its just wonderful
  19. May 9, 2022
    10
    Awesome game this sets benchmark on how games should be designed ,story telling and lots more.

    I came from sekiro as big fan of that alone title expection were high from ERing and its outstanding,never played darksouls or fan of ds like games.But sekiro and elden ring is gem. I own and played elden ring both on pc and ps5 .Its still feel satisfying. Tip is to play with calm,
    Awesome game this sets benchmark on how games should be designed ,story telling and lots more.

    I came from sekiro as big fan of that alone title expection were high from ERing and its outstanding,never played darksouls or fan of ds like games.But sekiro and elden ring is gem.

    I own and played elden ring both on pc and ps5 .Its still feel satisfying.

    Tip is to play with calm, learning and relax mind .you will love playing time and again once you get the rhythm.
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  20. May 9, 2022
    8
    Oyunu oynamadım fakat izlediğim videolardan oyunun diğer souls vari oyunlardan temel dinamik olarak pek fark görmedim bu yüzden abartıldığını düşünüyorum ama oyunu oynayacağım.
  21. May 9, 2022
    10
    Most people have given this game a 10/10, which I can agree with, up to a point.

    The good: - The map is huge and varied - the enemies are all beautifully designed and are well animated - the game's difficulty, paired with the high map allows for "if you struggling in one place, give up a go some else", simply brilliant - the combat is oh so very satisfying once you find the right
    Most people have given this game a 10/10, which I can agree with, up to a point.

    The good:

    - The map is huge and varied
    - the enemies are all beautifully designed and are well animated
    - the game's difficulty, paired with the high map allows for "if you struggling in one place, give up a go some else", simply brilliant
    - the combat is oh so very satisfying once you find the right play style
    - "most" of the bosses are challenging but possible to defeat after you've given them a few hundred goes.
    - the story (while of course being very vague) is interesting and once you get down to it, have the good old George R.R. Martin spice that he applied to The Song of Ice and Fire books.

    The Bad:

    - a few bosses are bloody awful, there's one near the end of the game that is so poorly thought out you'd think the developers were playing a joke on you which you can't even laugh at the cause of how un-fun it was to fight this, and this wouldn't that bad if you could just ignore it and go somewhere else, but you have to defeat this boss in order to finish the game, so I'm sitting here thinking "F--- you FromSoftware" bash my head in every time I die.

    All and all, I am extremely happy I played this game despite the many times it beat me down, I will never forget the way I finished it, the final boss had me are 10% health, and I had no way to heal myself, so I just thought "F--- it" and hammered away at its health, perfectly dodging every attack, it eventually got to the point where we were both one hit away from killing each other, it tried to grab me, but I dodged through it and killed it, and the feeling I got from that moment is something I will never forget.

    This game is a masterpiece and everyone should try it.
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  22. May 10, 2022
    9
    An incredible achievement that brings Souls games into an open-world. Just an absolutely massive amount of content between new areas, optional bosses, optional dungeons, and exploration that could probably last years. In fact, the amount of content becomes quickly overwhelming. I also found myself preferring the level design of Dark Souls Remastered or Bloodborne over the open world. StillAn incredible achievement that brings Souls games into an open-world. Just an absolutely massive amount of content between new areas, optional bosses, optional dungeons, and exploration that could probably last years. In fact, the amount of content becomes quickly overwhelming. I also found myself preferring the level design of Dark Souls Remastered or Bloodborne over the open world. Still an incredible game and highly recommended. 9/10 Expand
  23. May 11, 2022
    10
    A real masterpiece, don't trust people who have bought the it only to hate it.
  24. May 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Best Souls like game and gigantic open world. One of the best games of the last 3 years Expand
  25. May 11, 2022
    10
    You've heard all the praise about this game. However, I feel at sometimes the game is genuinely too hard to the point where it detracts from the experience, but maybe you like a challenge. This one thing is nowhere near enough to make this a bad game though. I highly recommend it to experienced gamers, but not so much those who play games to relax.
  26. May 12, 2022
    10
    The game i have been waiting for so long. DS3 was awesome, but this is a masterpiece. Played it 3 times, achieved 3 endings. Fully recommended to anyone who wanted to play any DS game but was afraid because of its difficulty, but also for anyone who has experience with any DS game. The game is hard as expected, but because of the open world you can level up easily without defeating bossThe game i have been waiting for so long. DS3 was awesome, but this is a masterpiece. Played it 3 times, achieved 3 endings. Fully recommended to anyone who wanted to play any DS game but was afraid because of its difficulty, but also for anyone who has experience with any DS game. The game is hard as expected, but because of the open world you can level up easily without defeating boss after boss and then everything gets much easier. Expand
  27. May 12, 2022
    10
    Un mundo abierto diferente, Incita bastante a la exploración sin llevarte de la mano y la recompensa bastante bien ya qué hay objetos útiles escondidos y algunos jefes secretos secretos que son espectaculares. El combate está bastante pulido y apartado artístico que ,aunque, se siente que es un motor gráfico obsoleto es simplemente hermoso. La evolución lógica de la fórmula Souls.

    Tendrá
    Un mundo abierto diferente, Incita bastante a la exploración sin llevarte de la mano y la recompensa bastante bien ya qué hay objetos útiles escondidos y algunos jefes secretos secretos que son espectaculares. El combate está bastante pulido y apartado artístico que ,aunque, se siente que es un motor gráfico obsoleto es simplemente hermoso. La evolución lógica de la fórmula Souls.

    Tendrá algunos fallos como que se extiende la duración artificialmente poniendo jefes repetidos y después de muchas horas puede llegar a ser algo repetitivo aunque después el juego te sorprende y se pasa, entre otros fallos minúsculos que no demeritan lo bueno.
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  28. May 13, 2022
    8
    The last 5% of this game is an unbelievable mess. Lucky for everyone I suppose that the first 95% is an incredible experience.
  29. May 14, 2022
    10
    Amazing game I have never played a souls game so it was very challenging to beat the game but I liked it
  30. May 15, 2022
    9
    Extremely good game, but a bit to long, almost 200h it took me. However sekiro shadows die twice i enjoyed more. But in 2022 this most likely will win game of the year award.
  31. May 15, 2022
    9
    Just a great game. Not perfect maybe, bit it's got me going on for quite some hours now. Never really got into the demons souls games, altho something inside of me always wants to buy these kind of games because of the Lore and dark medieval fantasy theme (Well yes not bloodbourne and Sekiro obviously) . Now, with Elden Ring I finally manage to not get too frustrated and push on. The openJust a great game. Not perfect maybe, bit it's got me going on for quite some hours now. Never really got into the demons souls games, altho something inside of me always wants to buy these kind of games because of the Lore and dark medieval fantasy theme (Well yes not bloodbourne and Sekiro obviously) . Now, with Elden Ring I finally manage to not get too frustrated and push on. The open world is a Nice addition to the series. Questlines are quite hard to follow sometimes. This game 'm going to finish! (With a smile on my face!) Expand
  32. May 15, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is one of the greatest games ever made. Vast and beautiful open world that offers cool rewards for exploration, deep combat system that allows you to make your own customized build with a HUGE selection of weapons and special weapon arts, wide variety of enemies that will always keep you on your toes as you explore the world, and SO MANY BOSSES that will present the bestElden Ring is one of the greatest games ever made. Vast and beautiful open world that offers cool rewards for exploration, deep combat system that allows you to make your own customized build with a HUGE selection of weapons and special weapon arts, wide variety of enemies that will always keep you on your toes as you explore the world, and SO MANY BOSSES that will present the best challenges for you. This game is hard. Do not approach your enemy without understanding that this world wants to KICK YOUR ASS. But as you progress your attributes and your weapons, it is honestly one of the best experiences a game can throw at you. You will feel absolute euphoria when you kill that boss that was destroying you. So, with all that being said, I recommend picking up this game. It’s so refreshing to see that a game lives up to AND exceeds the hype surrounding it. Easily GOTY and I’m here to stand behind it all the way. Expand
  33. May 15, 2022
    10
    Don't play this game, it will totally ruin every other open world game for you. This is a masterpiece.
  34. May 16, 2022
    10
    Elden Ring is a remarkable open world filled with excitement. Outstanding Open World, Graphics, Combat, Details. If you are a souls fan, this game is for you
  35. May 16, 2022
    10
    This is my first ever review, signed up to Metactic today. I am 57 and have been gaming for over 40 years starting with a Spectrum ZX81, Elden ring is probaly one of the best games I have ever played. I have never played a From Software game before, but this is just amazing. Its the exploring and discovering new quests and new areas (With the help of Youtube) I just dont want it to end, IThis is my first ever review, signed up to Metactic today. I am 57 and have been gaming for over 40 years starting with a Spectrum ZX81, Elden ring is probaly one of the best games I have ever played. I have never played a From Software game before, but this is just amazing. Its the exploring and discovering new quests and new areas (With the help of Youtube) I just dont want it to end, I am hoping DLC will be out by the time I have finished. My advice take your time and savour every moment of this fanatstic experiance. Just be prepared to die......a lot, but this is part of the just one more go, its not going to beat me feeling which is missing from a lot of games. Do you sell a favour buy it now and ignore any bad reviews. Expand
  36. May 16, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece! Better than Bloodborne and Dark Souls 3. Which is very tough to beat both games. Elden Ring capture rich and beautiful architecture and gorgeous with dark fantasy. It’s easier to get into and very assessable to new coming players. I’ve been playing Souls since DS1 on 360. But this game is on whole another level. I’ll give it 100/10
  37. May 17, 2022
    10
    I love this game its so enjoyable just wandering about and descovering new things about the lore of the game and new items i have well over 300 hours and still growing a must buy for any veteran souls gamer and new souls gamers best game in recent times my GOTY
  38. May 17, 2022
    10
    The Fromsoftware's magnum opus, this game is the pinnacle an open world that is instigating, vastly big and so full of content that I took 195 hours to complete the first playthrough.
  39. May 18, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game this morning this game of the year Because of the lack of competition, is deserves the title Expand
  40. May 18, 2022
    10
    This is without any doubt the best game of 2022 and perhaps one of the best games I've ever played.
  41. May 19, 2022
    10
    Best game ever made from the best developers. No Cap or **** in the game, just top notch quality gaming content. A very undrpriced game!
  42. May 27, 2022
    1
    Si el juego es muy bueno pero lo unico que no me gusto fue que es muy difisil
  43. Jun 4, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You become (sometimes) the elden lord at the end Amazing game through and through. Spent well over 200 hrs Expand
  44. Jun 5, 2022
    0
    Good gameplay with the technical side of it is just bad and outdated.
    Surely, this is the worst performance of all PS5 games I have played so far.
    FPS is dipping to 4x in any given fight, in a PS5, in 2022. What a joke. Graphics isn't even great, I have no idea how is it possible for a so-called "AAA game" to dip to 4x FPS. Also, playstation is lying about their refund policy. They
    Good gameplay with the technical side of it is just bad and outdated.
    Surely, this is the worst performance of all PS5 games I have played so far.
    FPS is dipping to 4x in any given fight, in a PS5, in 2022. What a joke.
    Graphics isn't even great, I have no idea how is it possible for a so-called "AAA game" to dip to 4x FPS.

    Also, playstation is lying about their refund policy. They won't give me a refund, even this game has serious FPS performance issue.
    Going to sell my PS5 and switch to XBox. Goodbye Sony.
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  45. Jun 5, 2022
    10
    Amazing game toms of exploring and rhings to do at every corner people who hate are just bad
  46. Jun 6, 2022
    1
    The game is absolutely incredible, but the quantity of crashes its pathetic and is **** my gameplay. A single hour playing is equal two or three crashes, mainly when appear that red lightning skill of the dragons, the chance of freeze and crash the **** game is about 70% when rendering that red effect. And the multiplayer stability, nothing to say, who played know how **** is... from aThe game is absolutely incredible, but the quantity of crashes its pathetic and is **** my gameplay. A single hour playing is equal two or three crashes, mainly when appear that red lightning skill of the dragons, the chance of freeze and crash the **** game is about 70% when rendering that red effect. And the multiplayer stability, nothing to say, who played know how **** is... from a very nice artistic game, to a garbage full of technical issues, sad... Expand
  47. Jun 16, 2022
    9
    I haven't played too much of the game but what I have experienced was really damn good. It has all of the really nice bonus' of the open world genre with the Dark Souls experience intertwined with it.
    My main issues though are mainly with the targeting sometimes hitting targeting enemies sometimes miles behind the one I want to hit and the lag after pressing the button was pretty
    I haven't played too much of the game but what I have experienced was really damn good. It has all of the really nice bonus' of the open world genre with the Dark Souls experience intertwined with it.
    My main issues though are mainly with the targeting sometimes hitting targeting enemies sometimes miles behind the one I want to hit and the lag after pressing the button was pretty noticeable but not impacting gameplay too much (this is most likely due to me playing the PS4 version so kind of a mute point)
    Overall, really love the feel of the game and the messages you can find playing through the game are really fun to experience. Absolutely a must play.
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  48. Nov 21, 2022
    10
    More games like this please. Game of the year for me. Great music, brilliantly designed world. Satisfying fights. The game does not explain practically anything, which I consider a big plus for me.
  49. Jun 11, 2022
    10
    My first souls game and i fell in love with everything about this game for the 3 weeks i none stop played it. A true gamers game.
  50. Jun 14, 2022
    10
    One of the all time best games I’ve ever played (been gaming since the 80’s). Couldn’t put it down once it got going and spent over 100 hours before I beat the end boss and still felt like I missed 25% of side quests.
  51. Jun 14, 2022
    10
    This is hands down the game of the year. Fantastic game play, beautiful open world, massive amount of things to do, while still allowing go getters to complete the game in a timely manor. Awesome replay ability with PvP aspects, and Co-op PvE aspects. Ton's of great weapons and armor for an RPG, and difficult but fair game play. If you play only one RPG this year, make it Elden Ring.This is hands down the game of the year. Fantastic game play, beautiful open world, massive amount of things to do, while still allowing go getters to complete the game in a timely manor. Awesome replay ability with PvP aspects, and Co-op PvE aspects. Ton's of great weapons and armor for an RPG, and difficult but fair game play. If you play only one RPG this year, make it Elden Ring.

    One very tiny complaint, the NPC quest lines can be hard to follow with out a guide, but it's a very minor thing.
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  52. Jun 15, 2022
    10
    While the game isn't perfect, as none are, I think this game accomplishes more than any previous souls game in terms of managing to maintain its infamous difficulty while also being easier for new players to engage with due to the new open world setting. While it has a few poorly designed bosses, boss fights are predominantly fantastic and rewarding.
  53. Jun 15, 2022
    10
    Fromsoftware did it again, they are on another level. An amazing experience to add to the collection.
  54. Jun 19, 2022
    10
    FROM yet again use their Midas touch to create yet another masterpiece.

    The cooperative accessibility really helped propel this game into being my favourite SoulsBourne title. It’s open world, while not revolutionary, is significantly delivered better than most other AAA titles. I think this has to do with how it still doesn’t really hold your hand. Commonly, waypoints destroy the
    FROM yet again use their Midas touch to create yet another masterpiece.

    The cooperative accessibility really helped propel this game into being my favourite SoulsBourne title. It’s open world, while not revolutionary, is significantly delivered better than most other AAA titles. I think this has to do with how it still doesn’t really hold your hand. Commonly, waypoints destroy the immersion and sense of exploration and wonder, but Elden Ring doesn’t ‘instruct you at all times’. It merely points you in the right direction and it does it so well you may not even consciously realise.

    The graphics have improved, as they tend to on each title. They fall slightly short of the Demons Souls remake, but it can easily be forgiven for the sheer scale of Elden Ring which impossibly seemed to get bigger and bigger throughout my playthrough.

    The story is very reminiscent of FROMs predecessors. I don’t think I have the patience or mental capacity to understand it all (I’ll stick to YouTube deep dives to explain character relationships and further lore). It’s quite deep and complex, but the core objective is Dark Souls nuance.

    Tons of value for money, a game that will be cherished for generations. It’s a remarkable feat, and while not everyone enjoys these types of games, they should certainly take the gamble if they are on the fence.
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  55. Jun 16, 2022
    8
    It was a good game, but the story was also good, but the lack of dialogue was one of its shortcomings. The hour meant that the whole game was 2 hours and it was very bad that the game was not easy or difficult
  56. Jun 16, 2022
    10
    simply a masterpiece, one of the best if not the best open world game ever made
  57. Jun 16, 2022
    9
    This game is one of the best games I’ve played in a long time. I don’t really understand people who criticize the graphics and frame rate on PS5 since I love the art style (which I think is more important than graphics) and it was a solid 60fps though most of my play through. I love almost everything about this game but there are a few things I can criticize. First I’m going to go intoThis game is one of the best games I’ve played in a long time. I don’t really understand people who criticize the graphics and frame rate on PS5 since I love the art style (which I think is more important than graphics) and it was a solid 60fps though most of my play through. I love almost everything about this game but there are a few things I can criticize. First I’m going to go into some combat problems. First there are some almost undodgable attacks like (SPOILERS) the notorious waterfowl dance which is almost impossible to doge unless you are really skilled or lucky. There are some other attacks but that’s the major one. I also feel some weapons are way too unbalanced like old ROB and moonveil. Overall still super fun.

    Now into exploration. Coming back to places that you are way to strong for sucks but considering the alternative is enemy’s scaling with you it’s decent. I also think that a lot of items and places are impossible to find without guides. But overall I had a lot of fun exploring the densely packed lands between. I even got all the trophies!
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  58. Jun 17, 2022
    10
    Main boss quality of the base game rivals FromSoft's DLC boss quality, and that's saying a lot.
  59. Jun 18, 2022
    10
    From Software's best product yet. It takes everything they've learned from all their previous Souls games and improves upon it. I have only encountered two bugs total, after beating the game six times, both minor. I've also had 0 performance issues. The game does reuse a few bosses but the game has so much good content that it can be overlooked, and in the case of one boss it makes senseFrom Software's best product yet. It takes everything they've learned from all their previous Souls games and improves upon it. I have only encountered two bugs total, after beating the game six times, both minor. I've also had 0 performance issues. The game does reuse a few bosses but the game has so much good content that it can be overlooked, and in the case of one boss it makes sense for it to be reused and fits the lore. Expand
  60. Jun 18, 2022
    10
    FromSoft fan since original Demon Souls saying Elden Ring is a masterpiece...stop reading reviews and play it.
  61. Jun 19, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. elden ring is one of the greatest games ever. there are only several games compare to this game. also, the hugh open world added a lot to my experience because of his great views and all the enemies that make the sense of danger much more real. in short, this is a must play game and another hugh masterpiece of the souls jenre. Expand
  62. Jun 19, 2022
    10
    The Game has a very unique way of storytelling and it doesnt just throw everything at you like other games but expects you to talk to NPCs and listen to them instead of skipping everything they say also you have to search for all the pieces of information and put them together to find out what you are doing all in all the game is fun and i recommend it
  63. Jun 20, 2022
    10
    FromSoftware's games may not have the greatest graphics ever, but their ability to craft a world so full of stunning vistas and endless areas to explore, is what make them one of the best developers out there.

    Exploration is satisfying and rewarding and gradually uncovering the fascinating lore made it even better. The game is difficult, but that feeling of overcoming a boss you've
    FromSoftware's games may not have the greatest graphics ever, but their ability to craft a world so full of stunning vistas and endless areas to explore, is what make them one of the best developers out there.

    Exploration is satisfying and rewarding and gradually uncovering the fascinating lore made it even better.

    The game is difficult, but that feeling of overcoming a boss you've spent countless hours practicing and dying to is worth it all. 10/10
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  64. Jun 20, 2022
    6
    Could be better. I'll start with the cons first. Biggest issue is the quest system is so poorly done and it isn't obvious to follow. Fromsoft tried to fix this by adding in markers but the quests itself are still confusing as you don't know where NPCs will go. There is also a significant number of reused content throughout the world. I lost count how many times I fought the ErdtreeCould be better. I'll start with the cons first. Biggest issue is the quest system is so poorly done and it isn't obvious to follow. Fromsoft tried to fix this by adding in markers but the quests itself are still confusing as you don't know where NPCs will go. There is also a significant number of reused content throughout the world. I lost count how many times I fought the Erdtree watchdog boss and lost interest with all the repeated enemies. Another flaw I felt was the multiplayer, why does this game still have a dated multiplayer pulled straight from Dark Souls? Speaking of Dark Souls this may as well just be called Dark Souls 4 with the similar summon/invasion system with an almost identical story. Not to mention... the same UI.

    Pros is thatI like that the world is huge with a sense of discovery. The mounted combat at least with magic is pleasant and intuitive. A lot of enemies are well designed and the biomes all feel different on their own. I enjoy that there are many secrets that reward those that check every nook and cranny. My favorite location had to have been the academy as it felt really interesting with all it's magic type enemies. The spellcasting system is much more rewarding than before which I found myself using more than a melee playthrough.

    To Fromsoft, please make sure on the next game to update the UI. I'm tired of seeing a LONG HP/MP/Stamina bar and seeing icons of what equipment I am wearing. Update the multiplayer, what is up with the summoning/invasion from another world nonsense that is pulled from Dark Souls? If you are going to make another open world please consider a quest system or make it more obvious where NPCs will go or give an indicator that you could be breaking a quest chain.
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  65. Jun 21, 2022
    7
    Well well well, looks like we have another video game on our hands this fine evenging. This is certanily something on the chopping block. First first first thing first, well let me just say uh I forgot what I was going to say
  66. Sep 4, 2023
    5
    Cannot upgrade all weapons to +25 in NG0. Bad attributes scaling means no scaling after mid-game.
  67. Feb 5, 2023
    10
    Huge and beautiful open world Game with spicy difficulty enemies to slay. For me GOTY 2022.
    Rise tarnished.
  68. Jul 7, 2022
    0
    0 через те що немає української озвучки в цій грі та навіть немає українського інтерфейса
  69. Jul 9, 2022
    5
    Feb 27, 2022

    Menuda hostia me he pegado con el juego, me siento un poco engañado dijeron que este juego sería más accesible y no lo es. Me he gastado 70 euros para nada. Tiene cosas buenas, la ambientación me gusta. Aunque tiene varios problemas, a veces me mareo porque el framerate no es ni de lejos estable, las físicas en el mundo son prácticamente nulas y la IA de los enemigos que me
    Feb 27, 2022

    Menuda hostia me he pegado con el juego, me siento un poco engañado dijeron que este juego sería más accesible y no lo es. Me he gastado 70 euros para nada. Tiene cosas buenas, la ambientación me gusta. Aunque tiene varios problemas, a veces me mareo porque el framerate no es ni de lejos estable, las físicas en el mundo son prácticamente nulas y la IA de los enemigos que me persiguen en masa me parece ridícula, la falta de doblaje por lo que siempre penalizo a los juegos. En fin que no me ha gustado, se ha hablado muchísimo de él, me lo han vendido y NO es lo que me habían vendido
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  70. Jul 18, 2022
    5
    Terminado con 100 horas de juego y nivel de personaje 125. La sensación general del juego es que se ha intentado innovar en la formula Souls metiendo el mundo abierto con la esencia y mecánicas de los Souls. El resultado final no es satisfactorio ya que en muchos aspectos falla.

    El diseño de los enemigos y jefes es feo y poco inspirado. A mi personalmente no me han gustado y creo que se
    Terminado con 100 horas de juego y nivel de personaje 125. La sensación general del juego es que se ha intentado innovar en la formula Souls metiendo el mundo abierto con la esencia y mecánicas de los Souls. El resultado final no es satisfactorio ya que en muchos aspectos falla.

    El diseño de los enemigos y jefes es feo y poco inspirado. A mi personalmente no me han gustado y creo que se podrían haber trabajado más a nivel artístico. Los paisajes en cambio si se ven mejor y son de mayor calidad. Además se han reciclado descaradamente de juegos anteriores enemigos y jefes. Las invocaciones de las cenizas eran una idea buena pero está mal ejecutada ya que no tiene sentido que solo se puedan utilizar en ciertos momentos y no estén disponibles siempre. El caballo lo mismo, hay veces en los que no aparece disponible sin ninguna justificación. El caballo y las invocaciones deberían ser compañeros de aventura y deberíamos ser libres de utilizarlos siempre que queramos y no solo cuando el juego quiera. El crafteo de materiales para la creación de objetos se utiliza muy poco y es algo que se nota que está poco trabajado.

    La historia y el lore es muy completo y profundo como en todos los Souls. Como siempre tendrás que investigar tu ya que el juego no te cuenta nada de forma directa. Las localizaciones y situaciones que se producen durante el juego al final se repiten y dan ganas de dejar el juego. Los castillos, los campamentos de soldados, las torres, las ciénagas, cuevas y las mazmorras se repiten por todo el mundo cambiando solo pequeños detalles. Tienes muchas historias paralelas de los NPC que jugar y misiones secundarias que alargan la duración del juego y eso es de lo poco positivo del juego.

    El multijugador es como en todos los Souls, lo utilizas cuando se te atasca algún jefe final como fue en mi caso. Solo lo utilicé para las 2 últimas peleas de jefes finales. No hay ninguna novedad al respecto.

    Yo personalmente fui a completar directamente la historia principal para pasarme el juego lo antes posible ya que se me estaba haciendo muy largo y quería terminarlo contra antes. Una vez me lo he terminado no me dan ganas de retomarlo para completar las misiones secundarias que me faltan. Me he pasado Demons Souls, Demons Souls remake, Dark Souls 1 y Bloodborne. Este Elden Ring para mi está un escalón por debajo de todos ellos y creo que el hecho de ser un mundo abierto le ha hecho más mal que beneficio. La formula original de los Souls se pierde en parte y se difumina bastante.
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  71. Jul 18, 2022
    0
    7.5
    Graficos - 8
    Audio - 7
    Historia - 6
    Duración - 10
    Mecanicas - 8
    Rendimiento - 7
    Accesibilidad - 5
    Gusto personal - 8

    Un juego bueno, pero lejos de la perfección, muy en desacuerdo con las notas tan altas!!
  72. Jul 18, 2022
    0
    Expat in Asia, ENG language is not available.
    WTF ?! This is outrageous. Just add it.
  73. Sep 20, 2022
    0
    This score is a reflection of how it plays on ps5 not the game itself. I don't understand how I can play this on a series X and have no drama but can't play more than a few hours on ps5 and not get some glitches.
  74. Nov 13, 2022
    1
    Игра полнейшая хуйня. С ужасной боевой системой, с омерзительным открытым миром. Жанр соул лайк естественно на любителя, я люблю сложность в играх, но с такой плохой и скучной боевой системой это просто невыносимо. Единственное светлое место это драка с Раданом. В остальном игра очень плоха и не заслуживает 96 баллов, и конечно это не игра годаИгра полнейшая хуйня. С ужасной боевой системой, с омерзительным открытым миром. Жанр соул лайк естественно на любителя, я люблю сложность в играх, но с такой плохой и скучной боевой системой это просто невыносимо. Единственное светлое место это драка с Раданом. В остальном игра очень плоха и не заслуживает 96 баллов, и конечно это не игра года
  75. Jul 28, 2022
    5
    I like it but not the best for me. not every player can playing like sousborne
  76. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece in evry word this game is the reason why we love gaming truly a remarkable achievement
  77. Aug 10, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You'll be wasting every gig, you'll be wasting every dollar buying this fake ass exploring game. Do better creators Expand
  78. Aug 13, 2022
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buena exploración pero sin selector de dificultad limitandose a un tipo de persona lo veo pésimo además en ps5 no funciona tan bien como en pc.por eso veo que es.un juego pésimo sin tener selector.de.dificultad Expand
  79. Nov 21, 2022
    7
    I have been playing from software games since I was a kid< and I am a big fan of souls game. But this game is the only soul game that I have not played after finishing it. The game mechanics does not fit the open world concept, the animations takes too long especially the healing, and repetitive of the mini bosses is boring. Let alone the concept of collecting souls ( runes) to level upI have been playing from software games since I was a kid< and I am a big fan of souls game. But this game is the only soul game that I have not played after finishing it. The game mechanics does not fit the open world concept, the animations takes too long especially the healing, and repetitive of the mini bosses is boring. Let alone the concept of collecting souls ( runes) to level up and just hit and dodge feels so out dated, ESPCAILY after SEKIRO. And the lack of story REALLY does not fit the open world sitting, I found myself feeling so bored....I can accept this lack of story things in the previous titles, but not here were it's a big open world. Expand
  80. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Probably the greatest game I've ever played, and I've been playing for over 30 years. So much joy in exploration and satisfaction in combat. Like the perfect synthesis of medieval fantasy and lore in an epic RPG.
  81. Sep 2, 2022
    6
    Super overrated game when compared to the rest of the souls games. Open world hurt this game massively as it’s too big, boring, empty and repetitive.
  82. Aug 27, 2022
    0
    The game is simply too difficult mid game. Would be much better if more accessible.
  83. Sep 22, 2022
    0
    This game doesn’t have a story, has no purpose, no plot, no anything. It’s basically just a walking simulator with boring combat here and there. Most expensive unfinished tech demo I’ve ever played. Hopefully they stop making games after this pile of crap.
  84. Aug 31, 2022
    0
    I have beaten every souls game prior to this one. I love the series, and I am happy with difficulty. But this game breaks the cardinal rule of the From Software design philosophy up until this point. In any previous game, when you lost, that loss would be fair, and something you could have seen coming, and worked your way around if you had been more tactical. That is the joy of the soulsI have beaten every souls game prior to this one. I love the series, and I am happy with difficulty. But this game breaks the cardinal rule of the From Software design philosophy up until this point. In any previous game, when you lost, that loss would be fair, and something you could have seen coming, and worked your way around if you had been more tactical. That is the joy of the souls games. Improving. Not just getting stronger, but getting smarter.

    This game doesn't do that. It simply hates you. There are bosses that are literally invisible unless you have a specific torch from a vendor halfway across the world map. There are bosses that can kill you in a single hit, even if you have maximum health and the heaviest armor the game allows. There are enemies that will swarm you and take turns attacking you so that you are locked in a pattern of stuns from which you can't escape. There are enemies with their backs turned that are programmed to get up and charge you even if you are invisible.

    Previous games operated on the rule that if you lost, it had to be fair. You had to have done something wrong in order to fail. In this game, you lose simply because of a coin flip. Or because the game was programmed with a pit fall that you had no way to predict. Or even worse, that breaks the pre-established rules the game set up.

    This game breaks its own rules, and does it just to screw up the player.

    Elden Ring.

    Hates you.
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  85. Sep 18, 2022
    2
    Honestly, the graphic are amazing but everything else is dull. It's not like elder scrolls where the story is gripping, quirky and charming. To be Frank, I found elden ring a bit boring and reparative. Yes the world it huge, but there's not huge amounts to do, no real side quests boring.
  86. Sep 18, 2022
    0
    El peor juego que ha hecho FromSoftware hasta la fecha, bajones de fps constantemente tanto en PS5 como en Xbox Series X, ni hablar de lo facil que es comparado a otros souls, el juego aburre casi el 99% de las veces, de los pocos juegos que no veia la hora de terminar para guardarlo en su caja y no tocarlo nunca mas, Dark Souls 2 es 10mil veces mejor, 97 puntos? surrealista
  87. Sep 29, 2022
    0
    Very bad game.
    It called me maidenless. **** u man ur a crackhead no one likes u
  88. Nov 23, 2022
    10
    I finished the game and the only thing I did was to go to the toilet and fast eating! Absolutely amazing game!
  89. Nov 15, 2022
    0
    el dark souls de los mundos abiertos, sorpresa en cada esquina, el diseño de mundo, la libertad de exploracion, la banda sonora, top 10 mejores juegos de la historia
  90. Oct 6, 2022
    5
    Melhor mundo aberto dos últimos anos! Apresenta uma imersão gigantesca e um sentimento de exploração absurdo. É o tipo de jogo que dá prazer de explorar
  91. Oct 8, 2022
    1
    The game is very good. My save crashed when i was 76 hours fo gameplay and i couldn t fix it. This is a shame. So many bugs and this is disrespectful
  92. Oct 12, 2022
    5
    Please fine tune your physics engine before releasing. No one will blame you if you put less content in it with higher quality.
  93. Oct 16, 2022
    1
    I can,t funish any games after Ghost o Tsushima an ofcourse after ... THE BIG, THE ONE and ...
    THE GREAT LAST OF US 2
  94. Oct 19, 2022
    0
    Опять душная ссанина,игра для умственно отсталых
  95. Oct 29, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game iv ever played. The combat, the lore, the only issue is that it is a bit difficult to follow the story Expand
  96. Nov 1, 2022
    10
    I haven't felt this way about a game since I played world of warcraft burning crusades back in highschool. Getting lost in a world, the story the characters. Everything about this re-ignited a flame in gaming for me. Fromsoftware knocked it out the park once again. 10/10. Will be remembered as one of the games of the decade.
  97. Nov 5, 2022
    10
    „Hervorragendes Open-World Design kombiniert mit perfektem Kampfsystem.“

    Ich bezweifle, dass ihr euch überhaupt vorstellen könnt… wie fantastisch Elden Ring ist. From Software hat ein weiteres Mal bewiesen was für Meister des Gamedesigns sie sind. Mit einher geht die fantastisch designte Open World, in der nicht, wie in einem Assassins Creed, jede einzelner Turm durch die Überladung in
    „Hervorragendes Open-World Design kombiniert mit perfektem Kampfsystem.“

    Ich bezweifle, dass ihr euch überhaupt vorstellen könnt… wie fantastisch Elden Ring ist.
    From Software hat ein weiteres Mal bewiesen was für Meister des Gamedesigns sie sind. Mit einher geht die fantastisch designte Open World, in der nicht, wie in einem Assassins Creed, jede einzelner Turm durch die Überladung in der Versenkung verschwindet, sonder clever platziert wurde. Ein Breath of the Wild vergleich ist also gar nicht so abwegig.
    Das Kampfsystem ist stark an die Kämpfe in Dark Souls 3 angelehnt, wobei die Bosse nun gefühlt jede Attacke verzögern können. Auch der Kampf zu Pferd funktioniert besser als von mir zuerst befürchtet. Sturmwind oder Torrent ist auch ein nützlicher Begleiter, der dir mit seinem nützlichen Doppelsprung, dem Beflecktem durch die Open World hilft.
    Der Soundtrack ist wie gewohnt schön und untermalt nun auch, abseits von den Bosskämpfen, die malerischen offenen Areale, die gefühlt immer schöner werden je weiter man im Spiel fortschreitet.

    Eins steht fest. Elden Ring ist riesig. Gut riesig. Vollgestopft mit riesigen Überraschungen die einem jedes Mal die Kinnlade herunterfallen lassen.
    Eine Geschichte ist nicht wirklich vorhanden und obwohl mehr direkt erzählt wird, als nur durch Item-Beschreibungen, versteht man nicht wirklich viel von der Lore ohne sich ausgiebig mit dem Spiel zu beschäftigen.
    Falls euch der Schwierigkeitsgrad in den alten Souls-Spielen zu hoch war, könnt ihr euch durch die Aschen-Beschwörungen und dem Nutzen von Magie, das Spiel wesentlich leichter machen, was das Spiel zum einsteigerfreundlichsten FromSoftware-Spiel macht.
    Aber Elden Ring ist nicht frei von Mängeln. Es kommt hin und wieder zu FPS-Einbrüchen oder Texturen und Modelle laden oft zu spät nach. Auch ein paar wirklich schlechte Bosse haben es in das Spiel geschafft, wobei ich mir wirklich ein wenig mehr Qualität und weniger Quantität gewünscht hätte. Auch die kleinen Dungeons wirken einfach wie aus einem Baukasten, was den Spielspaß nicht trübt, trotzdem ein wenig schade ist.

    Trotzdem ist Elden Ring das beste Spiel was ich je gespielt habe, und mit 10 Stunden jeden Tag, in der Release-Woche hat mich das Spiel so unfassbar gefesselt und wird dies auch noch für weitere Stunden machen.

    Bestes Spiel aller Zeiten

    Praise the Sun, Umbasa oder wie auch immer...
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  98. Nov 5, 2022
    3
    Way to overrated!! It should get a 75 not 96 the fact is that the God of war ragnarok is way better and anjoyable! Elder ring review it’s been on a hurry!
  99. Nov 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the most beautiful games of 2022 ❤️❤️... It contains very beautiful scenes and The world of the game is one of the most beautiful worlds of games ❤️ Expand
  100. Nov 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor jogo que eu já joguei nesses últimos tempos, simplesmente fantástico, maravilhoso, tudo que há de bom em um RPG sem dúvida. Expand
Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 86 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 86
  3. Negative: 0 out of 86
  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. 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.
  3. 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.