Dark Souls II: Crown of the Old Iron King

 Xbox 360
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Oct 5, 2014
    90
    A confident step up from the already impressive first part and a tantalising taste of what's still to come. [Nov 2014, p.90]
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  2. Meristation
    Aug 26, 2014
    85
    The second Crown hunt on this three-part DLC for Dark Souls II take us into a Tower of doom, death and fire. There's nothing new under the sun -the puzzles where in the first DLC-, but this vision of the descent to Hell is certainly demanding, and with rewards if we're curious and explore a little. And if we survive to this big fat kill massacre that we enjoyed so much.
  3. Eurogamer Germany
    Sep 3, 2014
    80
    Even though the Old Iron King's gameplay twist isn't as meaningful as the one in the first DLC, and one of the bosses a mere copy, this is still a restless, disturbing march into the deepest of depths.
  5. GameSpot
    Aug 27, 2014
    80
    The settings of Crown of the Old Iron King are both fantastical and relatable, but nowhere near practical. Gigantic suits of armor hang inexplicably under elevator platforms, hinting that humans10 times normal size once protected Drangleic.
  6. Eurogamer
    Aug 27, 2014
    80
    A brisk and challenging chapter, Crown of the Old Iron King's strength is in its unique setting and the difference in tone and ambiance this brings.
  7. Destructoid
    Aug 27, 2014
    75
    Crown of the Iron King didn't blow me away, but it's a very nice zone that feels like a natural extension of Dark Souls II, and it's meaty enough to feel like a real DLC and not just a bonus area.

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 58 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 58
  3. Negative: 8 out of 58
  1. nurfedx
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best Games known to mankind.
    From Software is a safe heaven for the Gaming community.
    Especially in times where big Developers    One of the best Games known to mankind.
    From Software is a safe heaven for the Gaming community.
    Especially in times where big Developers dissapiont us with theyr fraudulent intent.
    Praise the sun!    … Full Review »
  2. H1P1
    Sep 2, 2014
    7
    Enjoyable but a marked step down from the first DLC. The scope for exploration is fun however the boss fights are pathetic to say the least.Enjoyable but a marked step down from the first DLC. The scope for exploration is fun however the boss fights are pathetic to say the least. This DLC is based around close quarters combat and corridor fighting, so if that is your preference it will suit you. However there is very little atmosphere, mystery and dynamic design when compared to the first DLC. This is essentially the Old Iron Keep again, with 3 terrible bosses. I didn't feel like it justified my $14 this time round.… Full Review »
  3. Tron28
    Aug 30, 2014
    9
    If you liked the first DLC, than you'll love this one.
    It has more of that great level design the other DLC had, but also more weapons and    If you liked the first DLC, than you'll love this one.
    It has more of that great level design the other DLC had, but also more weapons and armor this time which is nice.
    The two new bosses are awesome, and quite a challenge.
    Big enough to feel like real DLC, but I still wish these Crown chapters were bigger/longer.
    Highly recommended.    … Full Review »
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