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  1. Jul 17, 2021
    10
    I really disliked the first Dark Souls when I first played it. After trying (and loving) a couple of other soulslike games (like 'The Surge' and 'Bloodborne') I decided to give the first Dark Souls a second chance. I still didn't like it, and to this day I still haven't finished it. I decided to skip straight to DS3, and I am glad I did. DS3 fixes most of the issues (and bugs) I had withI really disliked the first Dark Souls when I first played it. After trying (and loving) a couple of other soulslike games (like 'The Surge' and 'Bloodborne') I decided to give the first Dark Souls a second chance. I still didn't like it, and to this day I still haven't finished it. I decided to skip straight to DS3, and I am glad I did. DS3 fixes most of the issues (and bugs) I had with the first game. It controls so much tighter and feels much fairer. Absolutely love it. Expand
  2. Sep 14, 2021
    10
    Dark Souls is my favorite franchise, and Dark Souls 3 is the best RPG I've ever played. It's difficult, but rewarding in many ways. This game is rich in beauty, from the mysterious lore, to the intricate combat styles, to the imperfect but deadly fun online gameplay. This game is just amazing in every way, and if you're a fan of a challenge, Dark Souls 3 is a must play.
  3. Sep 28, 2021
    9
    The most beautiful of the dark soul's games. It could do with being a little bit darker, but it's amazing regardless. The introduction of weapon skills, decent movement while drinking estus, and the overall speed of combat increase are all amazing.

    The only downsides I see are the loss of power stance and hexes.
  4. Oct 30, 2021
    10
    Unbelievably hard and beautiful, the effort you put on this definitely pays off. It's even better when u play with friends, imagine a 4-people party playing together while being invaded, it's so much fun that i can't even describe.
  5. Dec 4, 2021
    10
    This quickly became one of my favourite games to play ever. If you can get through the difficulty of the game, you'll most likely enjoy it.
  6. Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Dark Souls 3 is a masterpiece. It is the culmination of everything good from demon souls, dark souls, and dark souls 2. The visuals are stunning, the gameplay incredible, the combat is the best in any game ever, the world building is grand, the bosses are so good, and the locations are amazing. This game has a thick horror fantasy atmosphere that is to die for. This game in infinitelyDark Souls 3 is a masterpiece. It is the culmination of everything good from demon souls, dark souls, and dark souls 2. The visuals are stunning, the gameplay incredible, the combat is the best in any game ever, the world building is grand, the bosses are so good, and the locations are amazing. This game has a thick horror fantasy atmosphere that is to die for. This game in infinitely replayable. Punishing but completely fair. I cannot recommend this game enough! Expand
  7. Feb 16, 2022
    10
    What can i say? You get the best gameplay that you can have nowadays, a amazing lore and bosses fights, one of the best levels design. It's a must play
  8. Apr 3, 2022
    10
    I didn't think this was going to be a game I enjoyed, but I guess I was wrong. The exploration, different play styles, lore, and fun yet challenging boss fights just kept me coming back! Some areas and enemies had me salty but felt so good to persist and overcome.
  9. Apr 9, 2022
    10
    Excellent game, full of great enemies, stunning art direction, incredible bosses, gorgeous arenas, unparalleled level design, wonderful music
  10. Apr 17, 2022
    10
    It's like the Dark Souls of video games. It's like the Dark Souls of video games.
  11. Apr 17, 2022
    10
    I beat this game using a keyboard and mouse, why? I was at college and didn't bring a controller. Game is too good to wait for a controller
  12. Apr 17, 2022
    10
    This game is like learning an art form, to get good, you need to develop the instinct, learn enemy movements, deploy patience.
  13. Apr 17, 2022
    10
    Game yang sangat membuat gw betah mantengin layar monitor. jujur gua sangat enjoy mainin game ini, yang kata orang -orang bisa membuat makin stress tapi buatku malah kebalikan yang dipaduin dengan suara parry yg satisfying dan juga weapon-weapon yang beragam jenis dan keren semua meskipun keseringan make claymore +10 hwhw dan juga story dan lore lore yang bisa bikin merinding sedih danGame yang sangat membuat gw betah mantengin layar monitor. jujur gua sangat enjoy mainin game ini, yang kata orang -orang bisa membuat makin stress tapi buatku malah kebalikan yang dipaduin dengan suara parry yg satisfying dan juga weapon-weapon yang beragam jenis dan keren semua meskipun keseringan make claymore +10 hwhw dan juga story dan lore lore yang bisa bikin merinding sedih dan beragam ekspresi jadi satu. sangat sangat direkomendasikan untuk player hard mode. Expand
  14. Apr 17, 2022
    10
    While Dark Souls 1 is my favorite for its world, Dark Souls 3 brings a lot of welcome changes to the gameplay, such as weapon arts. A lot of fun bosses to fight, as well. Definitely check it out if you like the series!
  15. Apr 17, 2022
    10
    Finish the game around 30hrs offline(online ng+ 16hrs) the game does not registered achievements and hours played offline.
  16. Apr 17, 2022
    10
    All around great game you just have to play it to understand how amazing it is.
  17. Apr 17, 2022
    10
    Loved this when it first came out and it's still fun. Super responsive and bosses have obvious punish windows plus you can dodge anything if your timing is good ^.^
  18. Apr 24, 2022
    9
    The last of the "souls" franchise. The final entry to the souls game, where the story ends. Great game, a must play for people who like challenges.
  19. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    Let's be honest here we don't have to say anything here except that you will need to prepare to die like any other souls games so my words of advice "Praise the Sun and keep trying you can do this"
  20. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    Best of the Souls series great for an introduction and for returning vets alike.
  21. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    Legitimately the best game that I have ever played. Cleanest combat mechanisms of any FromSoft game, maybe in the action-adventure genre period. The atmospheres have an eerily beautiful aesthetic like no other. Can't wait for the servers to come back online to drag more friends through Lothric just one more time because the co-op gameplay is so incredible. 100% recommend you pick this oneLegitimately the best game that I have ever played. Cleanest combat mechanisms of any FromSoft game, maybe in the action-adventure genre period. The atmospheres have an eerily beautiful aesthetic like no other. Can't wait for the servers to come back online to drag more friends through Lothric just one more time because the co-op gameplay is so incredible. 100% recommend you pick this one up the next chance you get. Good luck! Expand
  22. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    Бабадзаки молодец! Игра отличная, но очень легкая. На пару ламповых вечеров.)))......нет...
  23. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    Servers are all down after a major exploit, go pirate the game instead. GGGGGGGGGGG
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    10
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  25. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    扎实、稳定、精致的佳作,仅剧情通关而言难度合理。扎实、稳定、精致的佳作,仅剧情通关而言难度合理。扎实、稳定、精致的佳作,仅剧情通关而言难度合理。扎实、稳定、精致的佳作,仅剧情通关而言难度合理。
  26. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    one of the best games i've ever played frone of the best games i've ever played frone of the best games i've ever played frone of the best games i've ever played frone of the best games i've ever played fr
  27. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    다크소울3는 괴랄한 난이도의 게임으로 잘 알려져 있습니다. 그렇기에 저도 구매한 후 막상 손도 못대고 라이브러리에 썩혀두기만 했습니다. 그러나 약 40시간에 걸쳐 1회차 엔딩을 보고나니, 그 동안 제가 왜 이런 명작 게임을 썩혀두었는지 뼈저리게 후회되네요.
  28. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    он ещё не знал что выйдет секироон ещё не знал что выйдет секироон ещё не знал что выйдет секиро
  29. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    No ocupo cojer porque este juego me la mete cada vez que juego. No ocupo cojer porque este juego me la mete cada vez que juego.
  30. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    No começo do jogo, vc vai se sentir igual uma criança apanhando do pai bebado depois do trabalho. No final do jogo, vc vai se sentir o pai.
  31. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    黑魂真是太好玩了
    这里的人民非常热情 对手也十分的简单
    是一款很适合游戏苦手入坑的游戏黑魂真是太好玩了
    这里的人民非常热情 对手也十分的简单
    是一款很适合游戏苦手入坑的游戏
  32. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    Brutal, unforgiving, makes you rage. Love it. Snowflakes need not apply. Best game.
  33. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    Dark souls 3 is by no means an easy game. However I don't think it is unfair. Enemies follow patterns that are easy to pick up and and figure out. While the visuals are a bit outdated compared to today's standards they are still absolutely stunning. I found myself being amazed by every area I find. I was often worried about getting lost because I get myself turned around easily but thatDark souls 3 is by no means an easy game. However I don't think it is unfair. Enemies follow patterns that are easy to pick up and and figure out. While the visuals are a bit outdated compared to today's standards they are still absolutely stunning. I found myself being amazed by every area I find. I was often worried about getting lost because I get myself turned around easily but that rarely ever happened. This game had an interesting story and fun game play. It has easily risen to my top 10 of games. Expand
  34. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    muy buen juego ojala los hijos de puta de fromsoft devolviesen los servidores
  35. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    fixing this games servers must be the Dark Souls of software engineering. Dam.
  36. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    This game gives me a hate boner I love it. So yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.
  37. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece of a game but Fix the servers!!!! Masterpiece of a game but Fix the servers!!!!
  38. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    very good very nice game i killed my familie cuz i cant kill abyse watcher based
  39. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Online servers have been offline for three months. No updates from the devs.
    Interestingly, the servers of elden ring are online.
  40. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    > first souls game
    > 2 hours of failing Iudex Grundyr
    > give up for a year
    > now try again because Elden Ring looks cool
    > fail again but keep going
    > eventually success
    > now 9 hours in at cathedral of the deep, haven't played anything else in a week

    good game :)
  41. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Soul ascended to heaven after playing this and god told me its better than Terraria.
  42. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Não entendi porque o jogo me deu tanto braseiro, eu não sei oq ele faz, o boss final foi até q poggers mas tipo sei lá sabe, no final de tudo eu me pergunto ''Pq eu matei todos esses personagens?
  43. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    关于对中国的友好建议
    那些坑完小学生钱就走的游戏遍网全是,你不去整治;那些点开网页全是蹩脚普通话的游戏,你不去整治;那些官网买外挂的游戏,你不去整治。你整治3A大作?暴力?色情?你看看国内到处网页广告上的图,个个都比STEAM裸露,你管都不管,你来管STEAM。你有闲情雅致怎么不去管管中国影视业?发展的比卢本伟还畸形。看看你的CCAV,在看看别人的BBC,差距。你自己建立起来的文化自信又被你自己踩下去,为什么?不革新自身的管理方式,还拖一个大平台下水。STEAM虽然被很多中国玩家当成启动器,但好歹让大家有了正版意识这个观念,好不容易有点进展就要被打回原型,鼓励大家玩盗版?不说所谓民主,为什么不能分级,分级制度就能解决大部分事
    关于对中国的友好建议
    那些坑完小学生钱就走的游戏遍网全是,你不去整治;那些点开网页全是蹩脚普通话的游戏,你不去整治;那些官网买外挂的游戏,你不去整治。你整治3A大作?暴力?色情?你看看国内到处网页广告上的图,个个都比STEAM裸露,你管都不管,你来管STEAM。你有闲情雅致怎么不去管管中国影视业?发展的比卢本伟还畸形。看看你的CCAV,在看看别人的BBC,差距。你自己建立起来的文化自信又被你自己踩下去,为什么?不革新自身的管理方式,还拖一个大平台下水。STEAM虽然被很多中国玩家当成启动器,但好歹让大家有了正版意识这个观念,好不容易有点进展就要被打回原型,鼓励大家玩盗版?不说所谓民主,为什么不能分级,分级制度就能解决大部分事
  44. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    217小时全成就,这中间我足足开了5次档(每次都全通过关),恶心的地方各人知道,有趣的故事我还是多多少少了解,觉得好玩嘛还是问自己就好
  45. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    what i gave ds3 :

    love
    patience
    chance
    time

    what ds3 gave me :

    my gf left me
    a broken controller
    a broken arm
    brother at hospital
    my pet almost died
    a new pc
  46. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Uma obra prima, um dos melhores jogos q joguei na minha vida. Giiggasdsadas
  47. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    ITS JUST A SOULS GAME what else do what to know you morons lol? Best souls gaem.
  48. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Not for me. Not the biggest fan of the aesthetic; it's really dark and gloomy in general and it only contributes to the fact that playing it makes me feel bad. Great game.
  49. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    игра хорошая и лично меня затягивает но на боссов тратится много времени если не уметь играть, ну и само собой надо иметь хорошее терпение поэтому те у кого его нет лучше не играть)
  50. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    หลังจากเล่นเกมนี้ชีวิตที่ผมเคยมีแฟนมีครอบครัวก็หายไปเพราะเอาเวลามาตามเก็บachievementsโง่ๆห่านี้
  51. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Makes me want to kill myself but pretty fun. Makes me want to kill myself but pretty fun.
  52. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Better graphics compared to its predecessors/ better mechanics. What a masterpiece.
  53. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    光捏脸就捏半个小时,衣服巨帅巨好看,推图就是为了新衣服,黑魂暖暖名不虚传。抱歉隆道尔,诅咒真的太丑了,我只能背叛了
  54. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    much more fun with friends and worth the risk of getting softbanned due the mods like cinders or convergence. PVP is realle interesting and fun
  55. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    O mais próximo de uma pintura feita por Deus que nós temos. mais próximos tos.
  56. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    this game is nothing short of incredible and I'm not even done, just completely hooked.
    From the lore, to the enemies, to the map design, to the gameplay, everything is just so cool. It is the perfect embodiment of what a video game should be.
    Every setting is amazing to look at experience and I highly recommend everyone play the game and appreciate the world for what it is.
  57. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    y is this still 60 dollar after 6 years???
    y is this still 60 dollar after 6 years???
  58. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Dark Souls 3 é com certeza um dos melhores jogos que eu joguei, oferencendo uma ótima experiência com uma dificuldade desafiadora e diversos desafios e descobertas ao longo do jogo. Recomendo para todos que querem conhecer um novo gênero e ter bons desafios, confia em mim que vale a pena! Obrigado por ler até aqui, assim finalizo minha análise.
  59. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    The best RPG of its year, all else fall short but this game was there for me when all else let me down.
  60. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    恋爱模拟还是得看我黑魂,别看黑魂名字有点黑暗,但是制作人宫崎英俊正是以此欲擒故纵,各种漂亮老婆颜值在线,令人欲罢不能。快来魂家帮攻沙把。
  61. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Ahora que concluí mi largo viaje en este hermoso juego me siento digno de dejar mi humilde comentario.
    Dark souls 3 es uno de los mejores juegos RPG que pude haber jugado en toda mi vida, y la verdad todo el juego, desde el comienzo hasta el final es toda una travesía, con una historia tremenda que esta enlazada con el primer dark souls.
  62. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Los controles del juego son de lo mejor que hay en la saga ya que tiene una perfecta mezcal entre el original y boodborne lo cual hace al juego fluido y mas agil, sin tosquearce tanto como en el primer dark souls.
  63. Apr 27, 2022
    10
    No le pude meter mas horas nada mas porque no tuve tiempo, pero las que le meti fueron solo de hacerme una super build de pvp e invadir nenazos, si alguien quiere debatirme le mando mi captura con 400 horas de dark souls 3 pero en ps4. ta bueno compralo, no des vueltas. una de las mejores bandas sonoras de toda la saga (por favor no digan bloodborne, es imposible ganarle a esa). compraloNo le pude meter mas horas nada mas porque no tuve tiempo, pero las que le meti fueron solo de hacerme una super build de pvp e invadir nenazos, si alguien quiere debatirme le mando mi captura con 400 horas de dark souls 3 pero en ps4. ta bueno compralo, no des vueltas. una de las mejores bandas sonoras de toda la saga (por favor no digan bloodborne, es imposible ganarle a esa). compralo

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  64. Apr 28, 2022
    10
    Good game make unga bunga brain happy, use big sword to slap everything, happiness no come from dirty intelligence and magic.
  65. Aug 29, 2022
    10
    This was the first dark souls that i played and i loved it, it has an excellent story, its art in general is great and the music is sublime. It is a difficult but fair game. I highly recommend it, it is a must have.
  66. Nov 10, 2022
    8
    Un gran cierre para una trilogía, música genial , buenos gráficos y peleas para recordar . Lástima que toda esa belleza se vea empañada por una mala programación. Hitbox ridícula del personaje que controlas vs la de los enemigos y un sistema de progresó en cuanto a niveles que se siente casi inútil.
  67. Aug 11, 2023
    9
    Answer: 75 characters is between 10 words and 19 words with spaces included in the character count. If spaces are not included in the character count, then 75 characters is between 12 words and 25 words.
  68. Jan 2, 2023
    10
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  69. Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Good:
    -Story
    -Music
    -Atmosphere
    -Game play
    -Level design
    -World design
    -Customization
    -Boss fights
    -Enemy design
    -Enemy placement

    Bad:
    -Crabs
  70. Jan 26, 2023
    8
    A great game overall, but I can't help feeling that it that it is the weakest entry in the Dark Souls series. The bosses are good, but the areas are really boring and uninspired.
  71. May 4, 2023
    9
    First off I highly recommend playing this on a Series console and not an Xbone. The frame rate boost makes a world of difference. Anyhow… great bosses, fun weapons, build variety is all here. The bosses in particular really shine, there are very few boss encounters that i don’t look forward to. The humanoid ones are very fun to fight, they are fast and aggressive to keep you on your toes.First off I highly recommend playing this on a Series console and not an Xbone. The frame rate boost makes a world of difference. Anyhow… great bosses, fun weapons, build variety is all here. The bosses in particular really shine, there are very few boss encounters that i don’t look forward to. The humanoid ones are very fun to fight, they are fast and aggressive to keep you on your toes. My only real complaint is that locales in the first half of the game are just kinda meh. High wall is cool, but nothing you haven’t seen in a Souls game before. Undead settlement..I mean who cares honestly? Bland, dull, dreary, and grey. Farron Keep/Road of Sacrifices/Crucifixion woods… they all kinda blend together to create a generally uninteresting forest-y swamp area. it just feels like a slog to get through. Also why get rid of power stancing? :( Expand
  72. May 4, 2023
    10
    One of the best level designs I have ever seen in any game. Each area is uniquely designed with its own enemies, environment and story. The combat in the game is vastly improved from the first two, its bosses are the best the series have seen especially its dlc. The best boss is either the Pontiff Sultvahn or Slave Knight Gael. The best area is Ithril of the Boreal Valley. So many greatOne of the best level designs I have ever seen in any game. Each area is uniquely designed with its own enemies, environment and story. The combat in the game is vastly improved from the first two, its bosses are the best the series have seen especially its dlc. The best boss is either the Pontiff Sultvahn or Slave Knight Gael. The best area is Ithril of the Boreal Valley. So many great enemies in this game and all of them are such a threat. The level of customisation in ways you can play has also been improved as there are more weapons such as weapons from killing bosses and there are more spells and such. Overall a masterclass of game design. Expand
  73. Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Jogo me salvou da depressão. Antes de jogar eu só pensava em me matar, agora eu não aguento mais morrer.
  74. Jun 28, 2023
    9
    The only reason this isn't a 10 is the fact that it doesn't feel as unique as its 2 predecessors. Imo the references to DS1 were a bit too much but overall I really enjoyed my time with this game.
  75. Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Title: Dark Souls 3: An Enduring Masterpiece in Gaming History

    Introduction: In the realm of video games, there exists a title that stands head and shoulders above the rest, a game that has left an indelible mark on the industry and the hearts of gamers worldwide. That game is Dark Souls 3, and in this essay, we will explore why it deserves the title of the best game ever to grace the
    Title: Dark Souls 3: An Enduring Masterpiece in Gaming History

    Introduction:
    In the realm of video games, there exists a title that stands head and shoulders above the rest, a game that has left an indelible mark on the industry and the hearts of gamers worldwide. That game is Dark Souls 3, and in this essay, we will explore why it deserves the title of the best game ever to grace the human race. From its unparalleled gameplay mechanics to its immersive world-building, compelling storytelling, and enduring legacy, Dark Souls 3 represents the pinnacle of gaming excellence.

    Challenging Gameplay:
    Dark Souls 3 is synonymous with challenging gameplay. It demands not only skill but also patience and perseverance from its players. Its combat system is a masterpiece of depth and precision, forcing players to learn the nuances of weapon types, dodge timings, and enemy behavior. The sense of accomplishment derived from overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds is an unparalleled experience in the gaming world.

    Impeccable Level Design:
    The world of Dark Souls 3 is a labyrinthine marvel of interconnectedness and hidden secrets. From the hauntingly beautiful Lothric Castle to the eerie Catacombs of Carthus, each area is a work of art in level design. The intricate shortcuts and the way areas seamlessly fold into one another create a sense of a cohesive, living world, encouraging exploration and rewarding curiosity.

    Atmospheric World-building:
    Dark Souls 3 excels at world-building through atmosphere. Its dark and decaying world is both haunting and beautiful, immersing players in a grim and mysterious narrative. The game's environmental storytelling, subtle item descriptions, and cryptic NPC interactions invite players to piece together the lore of the world, fostering a sense of discovery and intrigue.

    Compelling Storytelling:
    The storytelling in Dark Souls 3 is cryptic and enigmatic, challenging players to dig deep to uncover its hidden depths. It tells a fragmented narrative through item descriptions, dialogue, and environmental cues, encouraging players to engage their critical thinking skills. The game's themes of cycles, sacrifice, and the inevitable decay of empires add layers of complexity to the narrative.

    Memorable Boss Fights:
    Dark Souls 3 is renowned for its challenging and memorable boss battles. Each boss encounter is a unique test of skill and adaptability, ranging from the awe-inspiring, multi-phase battles like the Abyss Watchers and Soul of Cinder to grotesque and nightmarish horrors like Aldrich, Devourer of Gods. These battles provide a rush of adrenaline and a profound sense of achievement when conquered.

    Replayability and Build Diversity:
    The game's replayability is bolstered by its diverse character builds and playstyles. Players can experiment with a wide range of weapons, magic spells, and armor sets to create their own unique playthroughs. The New Game+ feature adds an extra layer of challenge, ensuring that each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.

    Community and Multiplayer:
    Dark Souls 3's community is known for its helpfulness, creativity, and passion. The multiplayer component enhances the sense of community through cooperative and competitive modes. Jolly cooperation and invasions provide opportunities for camaraderie and competition, enriching the overall gaming experience.

    Artistic Excellence:
    Visually, Dark Souls 3 is a masterpiece. Its detailed character models, stunning landscapes, and intricate enemy designs showcase a commitment to artistic excellence. The game's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through its visuals, from awe to dread, is a testament to its art direction.

    Legacy and Influence:
    Dark Souls 3's impact on the gaming industry is immeasurable. It has inspired countless titles and developers to explore challenging gameplay, intricate world-building, and cryptic storytelling. The Souls series has fostered a resurgence of interest in challenging games, giving rise to the "Souls-like" subgenre.

    Conclusion:
    In conclusion, Dark Souls 3 stands as a testament to the potential of video games as an art form. Its challenging gameplay, impeccable level design, atmospheric world-building, compelling storytelling, and enduring legacy make it the best game to ever grace the human race. For those who have experienced its trials and triumphs, Dark Souls 3 is not just a game; it's a profound and timeless journey that will be cherished for generations to come.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    May 29, 2016
    90
    FromSoftware have improved and refined an action-RPG series without parallel. Essential. [June 2016, p.77]
  2. May 25, 2016
    100
    One needs a certain disposition to appreciate Dark Souls III – a willingness to face setbacks and challenges and then overcome them. Don't expect to play this just like any other action-RPG. If you're going to play this game, it must be on its own terms and as it's meant to be played. That patience will be rewarded with a masterpiece, easily one of the best action and role-playing games of the year.
  3. Apr 29, 2016
    90
    An excellent final chapter for From Software's series, keeping all the best elements from previous games and forging them in a fresh and new experience. Sporting the best bosses in the series, Dark Souls III confirms itself as one of the most challenging and rewarding games around.