Dark Souls

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8.7

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  1. notsoslimShayde
    Sep 11, 2014
    10
    This is the best game I have played in a long time. I would put it on my top 10 list. I played it for over 90 hours (more than any ever), and I would play it again if I had the time.

    What did I love? The strategy to build a character to finish the game, the intense encounters with bosses, the huge variety of enemies. This game throws everything at you - but is rarely unfair. An    This is the best game I have played in a long time. I would put it on my top 10 list. I played it for over 90 hours (more than any ever), and I would play it again if I had the time.

    What did I love? The strategy to build a character to finish the game, the intense encounters with bosses, the huge variety of enemies. This game throws everything at you - but is rarely unfair.

    An incredibly important thing to remember is that because of the leveling system, even mediocre gamers (like me) can ultimately win because we can make our characters more powerful and revisit the boss battles. This being said, you are never overpowering in boss battles. One or two hits can always kill you.

    I am a mediocre gamer, but I did complete this game - and thank you internet for all the assistance.

    Do I have a few complaints - sure... Sometime camera angles we mucked up; at times the grinding to level up or buy gear was boring; no fast travel between checkpoint until the end of the game; and the fact that save / respawn points to boss battles was sometimes too far.

    However, this game does so much right that I would still give it a 10    … Expand
  2. coral2dj
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    There might be kids raging and showing their big hate against this game. But ignore them, they are TOTALLY retarded. This game is the best of the best in my opinion, and will remain the best. I am currently in NG+7, and still not bored. I love this game. I don't care if this game is extremely hard. Its still fun, amazing, fascinating, enjoying. If you want a hard, amazing, interestingThere might be kids raging and showing their big hate against this game. But ignore them, they are TOTALLY retarded. This game is the best of the best in my opinion, and will remain the best. I am currently in NG+7, and still not bored. I love this game. I don't care if this game is extremely hard. Its still fun, amazing, fascinating, enjoying. If you want a hard, amazing, interesting game, Dark Souls is for you.… Expand
  3. AmazingMonky
    Nov 26, 2014
    9
    This game is dripping with atmosphere, gives you the biggest rush in any game, story that is amazing (if you read the items) and challenges you every step of the way, if you want to jump into the souls series this is the place to start. only thing that can be counted against it is is catering to a more hardcore audience with a steep curve for casuals. If you are tired of linear storiesThis game is dripping with atmosphere, gives you the biggest rush in any game, story that is amazing (if you read the items) and challenges you every step of the way, if you want to jump into the souls series this is the place to start. only thing that can be counted against it is is catering to a more hardcore audience with a steep curve for casuals. If you are tired of linear stories and easy games that hold your hand for their entirety this is the game for you.… Expand
  4. TemplarQuacks95
    Feb 1, 2015
    10
    If you are faint-hearted or can't take on a REAL challenge, DO NOT play this game. But if you love a challenge, get this game now.
    The first time played this game I couldn't stand it, so it gathered dust for a few months. But I decided to pop in the disk one more time, and I just couldn't keep my eyes off the screen. I played 7 hours straight that day.
    You don't need to be a hardcore    If you are faint-hearted or can't take on a REAL challenge, DO NOT play this game. But if you love a challenge, get this game now.
    The first time played this game I couldn't stand it, so it gathered dust for a few months. But I decided to pop in the disk one more time, and I just couldn't keep my eyes off the screen. I played 7 hours straight that day.
    You don't need to be a hardcore gamer to be able to complete this game. But you will need A LOT of patience. This is a trial-and-error game. You're SUPPOSED to die. That how you learn what you should and shouldn't do, what weaknesses a certain enemy has, and discover many hidden shortcuts. There is no greater sense of relief and satisfaction than when you defeat a powerful enemy in this game. That's one of the things that make it so great
    Dark Souls is easily one of the best games I've ever had the pleasure of playing. This has more replay value than almost any game I can think of. I truly feel a lot of pity for people who can't appreciate this masterpiece.    … Expand
  5. qetuo761
    Dec 2, 2014
    10
    this game has brought me the upmost pleasure in everything i do and i fully believe that this... this is art. there is no other game that i'd rather have the pleasure of giving a perfect 10 than the game that managed to kick my ass yet leave me wanting "just one more try" every time it would kick me to the floor it would brush me off, pat my back and say "go get 'em tiger" then proceed tothis game has brought me the upmost pleasure in everything i do and i fully believe that this... this is art. there is no other game that i'd rather have the pleasure of giving a perfect 10 than the game that managed to kick my ass yet leave me wanting "just one more try" every time it would kick me to the floor it would brush me off, pat my back and say "go get 'em tiger" then proceed to rip my flaccid penis off. and i couldn't stop playing it. this is without a doubt the greatest game i have ever played and has rewritten my life to an unbelievable level. i will not be capable of enjoying another game again due to it not being half as good as this godlike masterpiece. if I'm having a bad day, i can sit down with a cup of brew and a controller and just DO something. after you beat it this game has the kind of replay ability usually only found in little big planet. i could sit down and speed run it and be done in just a few hours. i can hop on and port to the silently gorgeous Anor Londo and murder some people who just want to kill Big Smo and the Ornmeister. thats another thing; every bas has fully fledged character to them. Ornstein is a grand duelist who has slain hundreds of dragons and does it all with honor. Smough is willing to kill anyone to get to you, including his long time partner Ornstein, whom he crushes to death just for some extra power. this kind of detail is barely scratching the surface of this dynamic duo. but the verdict of this review :

    TL;DR godlike masterpiece, wouldn't play anything else if i could "69/10"    … Expand
  6. Robo11
    Dec 27, 2014
    10
    Dark Souls is without a doubt my favorite game released on the 7th generation of consoles. It is the only game I would give 10/10, not that it's perfect because it certainly has it's issues, such as frame rate drops in certain areas. However, none of the issues the game have are significant enough to detract from the overall experience.

    There are many reasons why I love this game as    Dark Souls is without a doubt my favorite game released on the 7th generation of consoles. It is the only game I would give 10/10, not that it's perfect because it certainly has it's issues, such as frame rate drops in certain areas. However, none of the issues the game have are significant enough to detract from the overall experience.

    There are many reasons why I love this game as much as I do, but I think it is mainly the oppressive, lonely and foreboding atmosphere, combined with its excellent yet simple combat system that makes Dark Souls a uniquely harrowing experience. Much has been made of the games difficulty, and indeed this has put a lot of people off, however it is the games difficulty that creates it's atmosphere and separates it from other action rpg's.

    The World of Lordran is brilliantly designed with its web of interconnected areas, cleverly linked by ingenious shortcuts (which negate the need to backtrack once you have unlocked them). Each area in the game has it's own distinct theme with new enemies and as such you never feel bored. There is also just enough narrative to keep you invested in the story. Be warned though, the game will not spoon-feed you directions or checklists, so you will have to pay attention to what little direction/narrative you get.

    The name of the game here is perseverance and patience - this is not your typical action rpg game where you can run into any situation and mash R1 until you stand victorious (Skyrim, Dragon age etc...). Dark Souls requires a more measured and tactical approach to combat as even the lowliest of foes can slay you with relative ease. The lack of health regeneration combined with a limit on healing and the games bonfire/checkpoint system really drive home the need to exercise caution at all times.

    If you enjoy a challenge then Dark Souls is for you. However, if you are expecting a Bioware/Bethesda approach to the rpg (i.e. focus on dialogue and story) and/or lack patience/perseverance then you are barking up the wrong tree.    … Expand
  7. Bajo19
    May 17, 2015
    9
    Hours and hours of rage and endless trying of not looking on internet how you do this part and that part. Still you got to love this game, it is a big challenge. If you already got trough this game you deserve some kind of trophy.
  8. Mattacus
    Feb 14, 2015
    10
    Phenomenal. There is no getting around it, this is, bar none, the absolute best game of the last generation, and one of the best of all time. I've been gaming for decades, and nothing has gotten stuck in my craw quite like this baby.
  9. ravingmasher
    Mar 12, 2015
    10
    If ever asked what game could captivate such an immerse experience for someone, I would right away say: Dark Souls.

    The world, the art style, the music, the ambience and loneliness that comes with your character, it's all so chilling and eerie in it's atmosphere. By the end of the game, I truly had to sit there and ask what I had actually acomplished, but in a good way, in terms of the    If ever asked what game could captivate such an immerse experience for someone, I would right away say: Dark Souls.

    The world, the art style, the music, the ambience and loneliness that comes with your character, it's all so chilling and eerie in it's atmosphere. By the end of the game, I truly had to sit there and ask what I had actually acomplished, but in a good way, in terms of the plot and my character's development. Without being harsh and to come across as bigoted, I am sad that some of the more 'simple' players can't see the beauty of this games hidden story and imagination that comes with it. In this game, the story is your story. The journey is yours and thus not much of the story is set in stone, you create this in your head yourself. Sure, there are many theories out there that delve into great detail about this sort of thing on Youtube and I really do recommend them, but do remember that your imagination is still valid and neither correct or wrong.

    The combat is also very viseral, realistic (to an extent, it's a game of course) and tense. Sure, the game is prized on it's difficulty, but it's a dying shame to have that be the focus of why to play this. The difficulty adds to your experience. But that is of course my opinion, you can play the game exactly how you want to play it or for whatever reason.

    However, don't expect easy co-op sessions with your friends, it's just unheard of. It's to do with connecting via the mulitplayer set up they've created. If you want a co-op Dark Souls game, try the second one as it's much easier for it.

    In conclusion: fantastic game    … Expand
  10. PFCraig
    Mar 31, 2015
    10
    I would have given this game a nine because nothing is perfect but all of these low scores are bringing the average way lower than it should be, for such a classic game. That's right, I can happily call this game a classic because it has all the aspects: challenging yet rewarding game play, beautiful artwork, smooth controls, and fantastic music. Obviously this isn't for everyone, but ifI would have given this game a nine because nothing is perfect but all of these low scores are bringing the average way lower than it should be, for such a classic game. That's right, I can happily call this game a classic because it has all the aspects: challenging yet rewarding game play, beautiful artwork, smooth controls, and fantastic music. Obviously this isn't for everyone, but if you actually take the time to play it, the game will consume you. Ultimately, if you're looking for a touching experience, I highly encourage you to play Dark Souls.… Expand
  11. Fedismo14
    Apr 18, 2015
    10
    A este juego le dedique horas y puedo llegar a decir que ha sido uno de mis juegos favoritos y de los mejores que jugado:

    Pros: -un diseño de nivel excelente. -gran variedad de enemigos. -un gran trasfondo, dando así una historia de lo mas variada con hipótesis. -jugabilidad desafiante. -rejugable al 100%. -gran diseño de escenarios. -una muy buena banda sonora. -los diseños de    A este juego le dedique horas y puedo llegar a decir que ha sido uno de mis juegos favoritos y de los mejores que jugado:

    Pros:
    -un diseño de nivel excelente.
    -gran variedad de enemigos.
    -un gran trasfondo, dando así una historia de lo mas variada con hipótesis.
    -jugabilidad desafiante.
    -rejugable al 100%.
    -gran diseño de escenarios.
    -una muy buena banda sonora.
    -los diseños de los jefes son muy buenos.
    -muchas cosas ocultas y por descubrir.

    Contras:
    -falta de dirección, de repente en el juego no sabes a donde ir.
    -historia que a simple vista no se percata.
    -fallos en el online.

    Es un juego que no llega a ser para todos ya que puede llegar a frustrarte, ya que muchas veces no te enteras de nada y la dificultad llega a ser un poco mas hasta que la de otros jugos, sin embargo si uno le da una oportunidad puede tener una gran experiencia con este juego.    … Expand
  12. DLKnight
    Apr 9, 2015
    9
    I've only heard a bit about Dark Souls before playing it. I wasn't sure if I would like it or not since I heard of its difficulty. I have to say, this game is not one that will tell you you are doing something wrong. It told you what do do in the beginning, you didn't listen, it's your fault you forgot their was a lock on feature (my first of many frustrations up to the first boss). It'sI've only heard a bit about Dark Souls before playing it. I wasn't sure if I would like it or not since I heard of its difficulty. I have to say, this game is not one that will tell you you are doing something wrong. It told you what do do in the beginning, you didn't listen, it's your fault you forgot their was a lock on feature (my first of many frustrations up to the first boss). It's difficult if you let it be difficult. One has to learn how the game works, sometimes frustration will ensue; all part of learning. Observe and think, a game where rushing in will all but get you killed by a surprise horde of enemies. People also complain about the lack of story. There is a story, although it is not in your face. You want story? Take some time to read the item descriptions and look around the area, you lean a lot (although much of the lore is speculation, but that's part of the fun isn't it?). The game itself becomes a lot of fun once you lean the areas, and the thrill and suspense of not knowing if the floor will collapse under you leading to a surprise boss fight is prevalent. The wide variety of areas, sometimes you will look off to the distance with curiosity toward something, then a few hours later, be in that exact area. I will leave with saying that it is not for everyone. Some will be forever frustrated and too stubborn to try to keep going, to each their own. Still, a game AT THE VERY LEAST worth a try.… Expand
  13. Stopdumbingdown
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    as a guy who first played dark souls waaay late in its cycle and thus, i heard a lot of the talk about it, the first thing i MUST state is that this game is, in NO way, a rpg. anybody referring to it (so-called pro reviewers, for example) as such is naively and blatantly incorrect.

    this is a simple, basic dungeon crawler where you get to choose weapons and gear and fight. THAT'S IT.    as a guy who first played dark souls waaay late in its cycle and thus, i heard a lot of the talk about it, the first thing i MUST state is that this game is, in NO way, a rpg. anybody referring to it (so-called pro reviewers, for example) as such is naively and blatantly incorrect.

    this is a simple, basic dungeon crawler where you get to choose weapons and gear and fight. THAT'S IT.

    secondly, all i ever heard about this game was the debate between how hard it is and whether or not that difficulty was cheap or not.

    first, this game is hard ONLY IF you aren't able to comprehend enemy tactics. it is inherently dejavu-memorization combat. PERIOD.
    and, yes, the game purposefully puts you in at a disadvantage. ie. yes, there are cheap deaths. and, they are galore.

    THIRD -- yes, yes, this game is EASY EASY once you know its mechanics, tricks, tactics, and, it's your second playthrough. PERIOD.

    i can't EMPHASIZE this more- do not CHEAT on your first time through this game. you MUST play it organically. why? cuz the second and tenth playthru's will NEVER be the same since you know the game

    *yes, one can cheat in single-player games. obviously*

    the game has its share of issues but is clearly a masterpiece. when you first set foot in it there is amazement and questioning and intrigue for this superbly unique game

    screw-up and die and try again. and, realize that this game hinges on your ability to watch and comprehend and learn.

    the game is littered with poor gameplay and mechanics, yet, it is an experience like no other.

    what i know is that dark souls is one of the most UNIQUE games i've ever played.

    there is no doubt that it's so-called "difficulty" is a sham and can be debated away with ease. there's no doubt that this is NOT a rpg. this game is purposefully repetitive.

    the "story and lore" that fanboys try to prop-up is still relatively nil. AND, your second play-through will NEVER be the same as the first.

    nevertheless, this is an instant classic and one of the greatest Unique games of all-time:

    tho, overall, its simply a great game    … Expand
  14. Benjiro
    Feb 9, 2016
    9
    I am not done with my first playthrough but I think I am far enough to give my opinion on it. At first I was frustrated with Dark Souls and even thought I wasted my money, but BY GOD WAS I WRONG! Dark Souls seems quite unfair but if you just let yourself get absorbed by its atmosphere and tightness of the gameplay you will have one ofe the greatest RPG experiences of the decade.
    But    I am not done with my first playthrough but I think I am far enough to give my opinion on it. At first I was frustrated with Dark Souls and even thought I wasted my money, but BY GOD WAS I WRONG! Dark Souls seems quite unfair but if you just let yourself get absorbed by its atmosphere and tightness of the gameplay you will have one ofe the greatest RPG experiences of the decade.
    But alas... I have to take away one point for the sometimes frustrating drops of the framerate and the occasional glitches...    … Expand
  15. SemenTheGreat
    Jul 26, 2016
    9
    Let me get this out of the way. Dark Souls is an amazing, amazing game, but it has its flaws. At first glance, it seems like your typical action RPG, but after playing for a couple of minutes, you realize it's different. If not, the punishing death mechanics and hard hitting foes are sure to make you do. Even though you can't talk about this game without mentioning its difficulty, there aLet me get this out of the way. Dark Souls is an amazing, amazing game, but it has its flaws. At first glance, it seems like your typical action RPG, but after playing for a couple of minutes, you realize it's different. If not, the punishing death mechanics and hard hitting foes are sure to make you do. Even though you can't talk about this game without mentioning its difficulty, there a lot of other things that really define the experience, from the amazing art style to the abnormally smart level design. The story is also well written and heart breaking, but not very clear if you don't put any extra work into placing the pieces together. The story comes mainly from item descriptions and npc dialogue. Last, but not least, the bosses are epic and challenging, with really good visual design and incredible music accompanying it. But as I said, there are some flaws. The first things that comes to mind is the, at times, unstable frame rate, especially in Blight town. Some of the hit boxes are a bit questionable, and one of the bosses is just **** These are just minor ones that won't ruin the experience.… Expand
  16. LtPaul
    Jul 30, 2016
    10
    Some people don't like dark souls. They don't like the lack of narrative, they don't like unforgiving gameplay and the sharp learning curve. But this isn't why you play dark souls. Dark souls isn't like any other RPG, or any other game at all. Death and learning from your mistakes is part of the game, and if can't deal with this fact then this game isn't for you, because to really unlockSome people don't like dark souls. They don't like the lack of narrative, they don't like unforgiving gameplay and the sharp learning curve. But this isn't why you play dark souls. Dark souls isn't like any other RPG, or any other game at all. Death and learning from your mistakes is part of the game, and if can't deal with this fact then this game isn't for you, because to really unlock the true potential of this game you have to completely adapt your playstyle to suit the unique playstyle of the souls games. This game isn't for everyone, some people like an easy ride though a game, but I strongly recommend that that any console or pc owner should at least give the game ago, because it is, and will always be, one of the best games of all time… Expand
  17. WPharolin
    Oct 28, 2016
    9
    It is currently October of 2016. By now, I'm going to assume that anyone reading this review is familiar with the common praise for Dark Souls. Great level and enemy design, tight controls, awesome sound design, difficult but fair gameplay, etc. Rather than repeat what you've heard a million times, I'd like to talk about my personal experience with Dark Souls.

    I bought the game when it    It is currently October of 2016. By now, I'm going to assume that anyone reading this review is familiar with the common praise for Dark Souls. Great level and enemy design, tight controls, awesome sound design, difficult but fair gameplay, etc. Rather than repeat what you've heard a million times, I'd like to talk about my personal experience with Dark Souls.

    I bought the game when it was first released, however, I didn't give it a fair shot for about a year or so later. I took the game home and played for a few hours and just didn't "get it". To this day I don't have any of the achievements beyond the first three that everyone else seem to have (Covenant: Way of White, Estus Flask, and Rite of Kindling). However, when a good friend came to stay with me for a few months he brought over his PS3 and we played through Demon Souls. Enjoying it far more than I would have guessed we decided we were going to buy Dark Souls for the Ps3 (since my copy had gone missing) and beat it as soon as possible.

    However, we were so engrossed by the game that our plan to rush through the game was foiled by the intriguing setting and narrative. We were engrossed by the experienced and our goals shifted from beating Dark Souls as soon as possible to simply experiencing all it had to offer.

    What set Dark Souls apart from any other gaming experience for me was that it worked, intentional or not, as an allegory for depression. The world is indifferent to you and your struggles, things get worse before they get better, and any improvement is made by persevering in the face of what seem like insurmountable odds. In Dark Souls, death is harsh, but not final. By giving you an infinite number of attempts to overcome challenges, the focus of the game becomes about life, survival, and having the will to stick with it. You don't really die in Dark Souls until you give up. The game is a constant struggle for survival in face of world indifferent to your presence. And that is what it's like to have depression.

    I've now beaten the game seven times over the course of its life and I've come to appreciate it as a coping mechanism as much as I do a fun gaming experience. Each subsequent play through I discover something new about the game I didn't know. Something new that adds a layer to the rich narrative as well to the allegorical meaning that I ascribe to the game. This allegory may very well be something that I'm assigning to the game that was never intended by its creators. However, intentional or not, Dark Souls has managed to craft a narrative that has inspired me and helped me to deal with my own depression.    … Expand
  18. Mistwalker_94
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    "Ever fallen in love with someone, ever fallen in love? In love with someone, ever fallen in love? In love with someone you shouldn't fallen in love with."
  19. AkumaJack
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    This game is a flawed masterpiece.
    Some areas are the best designed ever in videogame history and some of the later ones are just flat out bad.
    But the game is great anyway. The combat system, the lore, the setting and mood of the game are on point. The DLC is one of the best i've ever played. Both because it encreases the challenge and because it has some of the best boss fights of    This game is a flawed masterpiece.
    Some areas are the best designed ever in videogame history and some of the later ones are just flat out bad.
    But the game is great anyway. The combat system, the lore, the setting and mood of the game are on point.

    The DLC is one of the best i've ever played. Both because it encreases the challenge and because it has some of the best boss fights of the whole game.

    Buy it with any doubt if you still haven't.

    I'm giving a 10/10 even if it isn't perfect. It has both problems regarding fps issues and game design ones imo.
    Nonetheless is one of my favourite games.    … Expand
  20. brendo214
    May 21, 2019
    9
    While this game does have quite a few frustrating areas, the way that it is burned into my memory shows just how, well, memorable it is.
  21. Edgard86
    May 22, 2018
    9
    Melhor Dark souls, viciante, ambientação e mapa perfeitos.

    Gamer Tag: Edgard 86
  22. RafaelBarrera
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    A master piece. This game treats gamers like actual grown people, it doesn't treat you like you're stupid. Perfect combat, interesting lore, epic bosses, beautiful art...
    Not recommended for wimpy people ;)
  23. RubikPinkiePie
    May 19, 2018
    10
    Perfect game, is not hard but exigent, the game only gives you the bases of how to play and the rest of the game you will have to discover it on your own in a wide world without restrictions
  24. pavel2
    May 10, 2019
    0
    Probably the worst game I have ever bought. Game was fun for a short while when I fought common enemies and discovered new things but quickly became a nightmare when I encountered bosses. To say they are very unfair is an understatement. Avoid this overhyped game at all costs.
  25. Dperks
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    I dropped this game at first but later came back and beat it and now i regularly come back to beat it again.
  26. HonestReviews69
    Jun 13, 2019
    9
    Fun if you are good. There is a lot more to the game than being hard. But if you can't get past the first undead areas, then this game will be terrible 4 u. I love it for it's amazing combat, amazing visuals, the soul system, and the difficulty. (which is fair btw) If u play it smart u won't die
  27. Hdogg
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Best game ever made. Anyone who actually gets to the end of the game or at least halfway through falls in love with it. The people who don't like it are those that gave up on it too early. No one likes this game right away. Just like the first time you took a sip of your daddy's beer. Grow up and drink the effing beer or shut up.
  28. MYP
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    The Original Dark Souls is a must-play for any Video game fan or Critic. The game is one of those games that other art enthusiasts can look at it and say well that's unique. There's nothing like dark souls franchise out there and it all started with this game, i acknowledge that it was demon's souls that started it all but demon's souls falls short in comparison with dark souls.
  29. TheHound1
    Aug 12, 2020
    10
    Incredible game design, level design, amazing environmental story telling, deep lore, doesn’t cater to a wide audience, is still being talked about 9 years after it’s release, literally spawned a whole new sub-genre.
    In a sea of uninspired generic easy as **** games, dark souls stands out as not only an “unforgiving” game but a game that respects the player and doesn’t treat them like a    Incredible game design, level design, amazing environmental story telling, deep lore, doesn’t cater to a wide audience, is still being talked about 9 years after it’s release, literally spawned a whole new sub-genre.
    In a sea of uninspired generic easy as **** games, dark souls stands out as not only an “unforgiving” game but a game that respects the player and doesn’t treat them like a **** idiot.
    In my opinion this is without a doubt the greatest game of all time.    … Expand
  30. scroole
    Mar 19, 2020
    10
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#10 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#7 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#8 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 66 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 64 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 66
  3. Negative: 0 out of 66
  1. Gamer Limit
    Nov 29, 2011
    85
    All in all, Dark Souls is a more difficult, but less enjoyable (and less accessible) Demon's Souls.
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  2. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Nov 15, 2011
    90
    Dark Souls' world is dense with something new around every corner. [Issue#78, p.76]
  3. Xbox Achievements
    Nov 15, 2011
    90
    Dark Souls makes no bones about being unrelenting in its difficulty though, although it's by no means insurmountable. It's a rare game that's unlike anything else, refusing to pander or compromise in any way, shape or form. In this day and age, Dark Souls is hugely refreshing then, and well worth the time and effort.
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