Elden Ring

 Xbox Series X
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3153 Ratings

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  1. Destinite
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Look at all the edgelords with their invalid criticisms..."bad colors"? This ain't olli olli rainbowland mf
  2. Grocs
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    Amazing game. The open world is absolutely huge and each area has a distinct personality all its own. I haven't played a game in so long that has me wanting to keep playing, even after 140+ hours.

    Yes, it can be quite brutal for newcomers who have not played a Souls game but do a bit of research and you'll be fighting bosses like the rest of us. Don't be shy on using your ash spirits or    Amazing game. The open world is absolutely huge and each area has a distinct personality all its own. I haven't played a game in so long that has me wanting to keep playing, even after 140+ hours.

    Yes, it can be quite brutal for newcomers who have not played a Souls game but do a bit of research and you'll be fighting bosses like the rest of us. Don't be shy on using your ash spirits or summoning randoms to assist.

    Congrats to From Software on an amazing, one of a kind experience.    … Expand
  3. TheDahaka
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    If you’re a fan of high fantasy, open world rpgs and the soulsbourne genre, then this is the game of your dreams. The world & character design is amazing. The scale of the world, the density, the verticality are incredible. There’s nothing else like it. Ignore the trolls reviews binging this game, it’s a masterpiece.
  4. rdeath
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    I'm not a new player, I've been playing Fromsoft games since way back, Kingsfield 1. They've only gotten better and better and better through the years. This game, as a continuation of their brand, is a perfect and awe-inspiring offering. For a huge fan of the Dark Souls Series this game is the ultimate fan wish-fulfillment by a game maker. The formula they've honed is nearly perfectedI'm not a new player, I've been playing Fromsoft games since way back, Kingsfield 1. They've only gotten better and better and better through the years. This game, as a continuation of their brand, is a perfect and awe-inspiring offering. For a huge fan of the Dark Souls Series this game is the ultimate fan wish-fulfillment by a game maker. The formula they've honed is nearly perfected here, and the expansion of features and ideas, gameplay and story twists and turns, and incredible presentation all add up to a game experience I will remember for all my days left on this earth. Play with friends for a more challenging but fun experience of on-foot Elden Ring. Single-player horse jumping is tons of fun too, go Torrent! I look forward to multiple playthroughs of this masterpiece. Fingers forever!… Expand
  5. JHango
    May 4, 2022
    10
    A great game. Improved Dark Souls 3 in every way. It's hard but not unfair, with skill and good planing on character development, the game can be considered easy.
  6. adcoy
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    Simply the best of the best of this genre. Could there be improvements, sure, but for what it is at the time it's coming out it's the best dark souls game to date. If you like dark souls you'll love this. If dark souls isn't your cup of tea this won't change your mind at all. The zero reviews are obviously silly. Any game with this much effort and polish can't possibly rated a 0. ISimply the best of the best of this genre. Could there be improvements, sure, but for what it is at the time it's coming out it's the best dark souls game to date. If you like dark souls you'll love this. If dark souls isn't your cup of tea this won't change your mind at all. The zero reviews are obviously silly. Any game with this much effort and polish can't possibly rated a 0. I think anything less then a 6 is just not being honest about the quality of the game.… Expand
  7. KwiqNiss
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Must play. Not only the best game of 2022, it's quite possibly the best game ever. The challenge is incredible but very rewarding, a real trial by fire. On top of it all, it also includes coop and pvp. This game has everything: dungeons, dragons, friends, constant challenge, awesome characters, enchanting items, and pretty visuals. It's hard to put down.
  8. Eastie_Beastie
    Apr 22, 2022
    10
    Its hard but worth it bla bla bla. IT was only made hard to cover up the fact that it would take 2 hours to beat on easy mode.
  9. Parag0N
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    Hands down this is the BEST game I’ve played in 10 yrs. I have 100+ hrs into it and still haven’t seen and done everything and not once got bored or tired of it. This is basically what I call an open open world game. It doesn’t hold your hand and tell you how great you are. You earn your way through it every step and it takes a lot of what made Zelda/Skyrim great and puts some Dark SoulsHands down this is the BEST game I’ve played in 10 yrs. I have 100+ hrs into it and still haven’t seen and done everything and not once got bored or tired of it. This is basically what I call an open open world game. It doesn’t hold your hand and tell you how great you are. You earn your way through it every step and it takes a lot of what made Zelda/Skyrim great and puts some Dark Souls into them. It’s utterly brilliant and the themes and art are incredible. If this was the last game I ever played I’d be at peace with it. Best $ I ever spent on anything in last decade. Only drawbacks are fact it’s not a showboat title for graphics and it’s tough until you figure it out. When you do-it’s best experience in gaming.… Expand
  10. Ozimandeus
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    Deserves a 10, blends dark souls with Breath of the Wild. Making a sandbox open world, but for adults. Is it challenging.. yes and better for it!
  11. bigdc666
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Nostalgia. It's big business now. Seems like everyone is cashing in on 80's and 90's kids childhoods. But why? Why are people willing to pay money for something old and possibly obsolete? The simple answer is bliss. That exhilaration of feeling something new, The unlimited Thrill of receiving a reword for achieving what felt like an imposable goal that only a child can know. The first timeNostalgia. It's big business now. Seems like everyone is cashing in on 80's and 90's kids childhoods. But why? Why are people willing to pay money for something old and possibly obsolete? The simple answer is bliss. That exhilaration of feeling something new, The unlimited Thrill of receiving a reword for achieving what felt like an imposable goal that only a child can know. The first time you were excited and scared at the same time, The friendships...friendships before drama, when the only thing required to be friends was that you were all young and ignorant of an adult world. As we know being an adult isn't nearly as exciting and is rarely fun. So of course people (like me) in there 30's 40's and 50's will pay cash for a chance at feeling that bliss, if only for a single second, if only one more time.

    Video games were my very first love. Karate Kid on the NES is the first game I remember playing. And it called to me. The colors racing by, the thrill of surviving one more screen as I scrolled right kicking and punching. Then at the local arcade it was WWF Wrestlefest and Afterburner that gave me that same thrill, That sense of pure bliss. Other games made me feel that way over the years. But it came fewer and farther between as I got older. And it wasn't just games feel this way. It was going to a new friends house for the first time, playing in a construction area at night, riding my first wheelie on my bike, my first ollie, exploring abandoned houses with my friends. when we were kids it was pure bliss all the time.

    As life carries on, there are still wonders. the first time being intimate with someone, falling in love, your first promotion at work. But for most of us our day to day life's have become the status quo, go to work, be a good parent, and a good spouse. But no matter how good your life turns out, for a lot of us there will always be a longing for that bliss. That feeling of discovery we had so many years ago.

    Eldon Ring absolutely makes me feel that way again. I cant exactly say why. I never liked any of the other games made by FROM software. In fact I disliked them. But this game has kept me on the edge of my seat for the 30 hours I've put into it. I'm glued to my TV in a way that I haven't been for years. My heart races, and my adrenaline has been off the charts! Not just the game either, I've had my laptop In front of me the whole time, on forums, wiki's, and watching YouTube videos. Its the most "fun" I've had as long as I can remember. Around every corner is something new and exciting, every cave, Ruin, or castle is just absolutely filled with discovery. The constant fear of losing your progressions is ever looming giving this game that fear and excitement feeling from my youth. There is nothing like discovering an area with no messages anywhere and knowing you might be the first player to ever find this place. It's constant exhilaration.

    I could get into the mechanics, the graphics, what features the game has or lacks. But I wont. I could talk about the length of the game. But I also wont, Because for me it doesn't matter. Im 30 hours in and if the game ended now, or lasted another 100 hours I would consider it the greatest game ever made. What I do care about is how this game makes me feel. And it makes me feel like a kid again. Not for a second, but for hours. I never thought I would feel these kinds of emotions again. And for that I am so thankful.

    I usually dont write reviews, But I had to let someone somewhere know how amazing this game is. In my opinion this game is without a doubt the G.O.A.T..    … Expand
  12. Abdiel
    May 6, 2022
    10
    So far I’ve been 135+ hours into this game, I can say this is one of the best games I’ve ever played in my life and I’m 33 years old, this is one of those games that marks a generation like Zelda OOT, Mario 64, FFVII, Halo, Elder Scrolls: Oblivion & Skyrim back then. Open world is HUGE and BEAUTIFUL, Combat mechanics are superb, difficulty is rough but extremely fun and the satisfactionSo far I’ve been 135+ hours into this game, I can say this is one of the best games I’ve ever played in my life and I’m 33 years old, this is one of those games that marks a generation like Zelda OOT, Mario 64, FFVII, Halo, Elder Scrolls: Oblivion & Skyrim back then. Open world is HUGE and BEAUTIFUL, Combat mechanics are superb, difficulty is rough but extremely fun and the satisfaction after beating a hard boss is the best I’ve felt in ages, the scenarios are so beautiful, there’s many different builds you can try, weapons/spells/bows/crossbows/swords/pikes/axes…there’s just too many variety for you to choose, Incantations and Sorceries are so fun as well. This is a game you must at least try and the strongest contender for 2022’s GOTY hands down… Expand
  13. DoctorAkke
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    I'm absolutely loving the game. There are way more bosses in this game than in previous Souls games but it has a better quality of life updates. For example, all bosses have a very close respawn point so you don't need to walk a mile back to the boss that killed you. That by itself makes the game much less stressful but still being hard. This time around it is not hard for the sake ofI'm absolutely loving the game. There are way more bosses in this game than in previous Souls games but it has a better quality of life updates. For example, all bosses have a very close respawn point so you don't need to walk a mile back to the boss that killed you. That by itself makes the game much less stressful but still being hard. This time around it is not hard for the sake of it. It has great exploration and great map design, there is a surprise in every corner. Highly recommended to Souls fans.… Expand
  14. cabab28
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    My first Soul's game, and I absolutely suck. But I don't care, the lore and imagery are astounding. I'll keep muddling through to get as far as possible.

    Have experienced no performance or save issues using a series x.
  15. Bigbossbalrog
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    FROMSOFT delivers yet again. Please buy this; support this company, there one of the very few good ones left.
  16. dannygards
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    After not enjoying Sekiros one build, one style gameplay I was slightly worried. But thank godness Elden Ring is a return to Souls.
  17. Gilgamesh
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    Wow. Make more. The scale of this is what DS was missing. Buy this. Play this.
  18. OutlawTX
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    As someone who’s been playing games since Atari 2600 and with 200 hours and 1 ending into the game, I can easily say that this is the best game I’ve every played.
  19. Sfafard
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    A Souls game to it's core, with the most breathtaking world design I have ever explored.
  20. RockyTheCat
    Apr 5, 2022
    10
    Fromsoftware does it again! They are the best in the industry and deserve all the attention and credit they are receiving. The game is an absolute masterpiece, Miyazaki’s Magnum Opus, beautifully created world enthralling story that seems vague on the surface but gets deeper as you explore and progress through the game and read item descriptions (this has been their model for all theirFromsoftware does it again! They are the best in the industry and deserve all the attention and credit they are receiving. The game is an absolute masterpiece, Miyazaki’s Magnum Opus, beautifully created world enthralling story that seems vague on the surface but gets deeper as you explore and progress through the game and read item descriptions (this has been their model for all their games and it works wonderfully). I’ll expect and accept nothing less than Game Of The Year for this sensational game! It features a gigantic map with over a hundred hours of content in a single play through. Fromsoftware Reigns Supreme and I couldn’t be happier! I’ve been a Fan since discovering them around the time when Dark Souls 1 came out and they have never disappointed me!… Expand
  21. bf_jeje
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Es increíble todo el mundo creado para este juego. Los gráficos son hermosos. El arte, increíble. El sonido te da una inmersión espectacular. La dificultad es muy alta, pero satisfactoria. 110 horas he jugado, y aún no me canso ❤️. GotY 2022
  22. huszarka
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    It is NOT perfect as technical and in bugs. BUT the game itself is wonderful. A big step from the near-perfect Dark Souls series. Sometimes it is extremly hard, but if you dont want to make that strategy, you can level up in elsewhere and get back later. I hope, that From Software will make more of this level of games. One of the best game in the last 10 years. It could be better inIt is NOT perfect as technical and in bugs. BUT the game itself is wonderful. A big step from the near-perfect Dark Souls series. Sometimes it is extremly hard, but if you dont want to make that strategy, you can level up in elsewhere and get back later. I hope, that From Software will make more of this level of games. One of the best game in the last 10 years. It could be better in graphics in Series X, but you wont see that level of graphics in fights really. I gave it a 10 because of the unreasonable 0 and 1 points... and because of the way, they made the formula even better!!! And not like in the Assassins Creed series :)… Expand
  23. TehGambler
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Perfect Game for all Soul Fans. I have zero frame drops so i dont know why they crying.
  24. edenzero
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    This game is hated by the ones that play games which the harder thing to do is die, example halo infinite or horizon down, this game definately is better than those two in all aspects

    Others just hate it because had FPS drop...Its kind of delusional to see the bad reviews which make zero sense This game is the GOTY already, it has no competition and wont had competition because i    This game is hated by the ones that play games which the harder thing to do is die, example halo infinite or horizon down, this game definately is better than those two in all aspects

    Others just hate it because had FPS drop...Its kind of delusional to see the bad reviews which make zero sense

    This game is the GOTY already, it has no competition and wont had competition because i doubt BotW2 will release this year    … Expand
  25. CL4P-TP
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    I don‘t understand the bad reviews. Never experienced any frame drops on performance mode and the game looks beautiful. Apart from that the gameplay loop is probably the best I‘ve seen in recent years. Never have I been so addicted to a video game that I played it over 30 hours on the first 3 days and I still only scratched the surface. The game rewards you every time you venture off theI don‘t understand the bad reviews. Never experienced any frame drops on performance mode and the game looks beautiful. Apart from that the gameplay loop is probably the best I‘ve seen in recent years. Never have I been so addicted to a video game that I played it over 30 hours on the first 3 days and I still only scratched the surface. The game rewards you every time you venture off the main path and not by giving you some collectibles like in other open world games but with a new weapon, skill, spell, armor or talisman that will help maybe help your current build or is even worth building towards. The sense of progression you get this way is incomparable to other open world games or rpgs. I started out as a naked guy with a stick, went on to be a knight with a bastard sword and shield and now am a powerful scythe wielding sorcerer using the power of dragons and lightning to destroy my enemies.

    I can understand some people that got drawn in by the BOTW comparisons are having trouble with the combat but it‘s definitely not too hard if you‘re willing to think a little bit about how to approach boss fights. The summons definitely help a lot and sometimes even make the game feel too easy for a fromsoft game.    … Expand
  26. ezerik
    Jul 9, 2022
    10
    I'm a 41-year-old married life-long gamer with limited gaming time. Still, I play all sorts of games, have several subscription services - always looking for that next masterpiece time-suck. I rarely come across masterpieces nowadays and I've completed very few action or RPG games the last decade. And then came Elden Ring. Elden Ring is a masterpiece. I just finished putting just over 200I'm a 41-year-old married life-long gamer with limited gaming time. Still, I play all sorts of games, have several subscription services - always looking for that next masterpiece time-suck. I rarely come across masterpieces nowadays and I've completed very few action or RPG games the last decade. And then came Elden Ring. Elden Ring is a masterpiece. I just finished putting just over 200 hours into my first playthrough, during which I searched every nook and cranny, tried to fight every enemy and boss, tried to find every item, tried to finish every quest, and accomplished most of that. A masterpiece. Beautiful. It's a modern and mature Zelda, a new gen and darker Skyrim with greater difficulty and less time-consuming and useless systems. It's grand. It's art. And I recommend it to every gamer. If you can get over the difficulty, you will be rewarded. And I never liked Souls-type games one bit before ER, but I see dopeness and beauty even in death in Elden Ring - how cool the enemy looks as he stalks over your body, the environment, the graphics and grandeur of it all. A masterpiece. Bravo, FromSoftware.… Expand
  27. brocky
    Aug 14, 2022
    10
    Quite simply one of the best games of all time. Ive been gaming for 30 years and it is an incredible game. Think dark souls series but in an open world with a better storyline and plot. Ive seen some of the reviews on here and believe these are gamers whom havent played souls games prior to playing elden ring.
  28. giovan1971
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
    Tra i Migliori videogames di ogni tempo...solo perchè NON si muore praticamente mai...o quasi !
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  29. DrZomboid
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    I am almost 50h into game, story and pvp.
    Yes game have issues like performance, graphic hickups and OP blood loss... But this game is out of this world. 10/10
  30. Osmanecek
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    I have to be honest, at first I tought it is over-ranked.. But now, I am about only 26 hours in, 33rd level Samurai.. Man, I haven’t played better balanced open world game ever - it is simply art and so much to be unfold in front of me. There probably is story (probably like it was in Diablo II back than), but I didn’t really need to follow anything, I am just discovering this massiveI have to be honest, at first I tought it is over-ranked.. But now, I am about only 26 hours in, 33rd level Samurai.. Man, I haven’t played better balanced open world game ever - it is simply art and so much to be unfold in front of me. There probably is story (probably like it was in Diablo II back than), but I didn’t really need to follow anything, I am just discovering this massive highly occupied world, meeting these unique foes, some of them bosses, some of them over my level - even harder than bosses, so opening this map and going elsewhere discovering something new. Along the journey realising, there were very few games that got stocked in my memories as a such a enjoyment as this one and we are really going to past at start of the 90s.. There is no doubt it is GOTY of 2022, this game right now aspires to be one of the greatest since Diablo II - if you loved that one, this one is must. If You loved Sekiro, this one is must. Revolutionary title, that got far beyond of the competition. We can all speak about Horizon, we all know, that Starfield or God of War probably will be great, but at the same time we know what previous titles from these studios were, gameplay never been the first thing - not in the way predecessors of the Elden Ring were - and gameplay is the thing for me, reason I wanna play. Don’t get me wrong, I love to watch, but I have HBO max, Netflix and etc for this. If we compare this game to Witcher 3, which is another great game, full of cutscenes, first try to openworld and it was just great - I really enjoyed it, but longer I played, interest were lower, story was interesting, but I just got in this feeling that every fight is same, no challange, after 15 hours of play and that is the way Witcher I remember … Expand
  31. SilexEco
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    This game is going to be the best game of this year, I strongly recommend playing it on Xbox Series X, the only platform where it does not give problems with lag or fps, from software did it again but this time better than ever, it brought together the best of all the video games they have released to date in one, with a beautiful open world as well.
  32. LunaticInk
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This game is badass! I’ve beaten all the prior souls games and this is by far the most fully realized, with more options than any of the prior titles.
  33. LuigiCuau
    Nov 5, 2022
    10
    GOTY, solo puedo decir GOTY, simplemente es una obra maestra que en XBOX se ve espectacular, diseño de jefes increíbles con una banda sonora que se merece un premio a parte, excelente game play y lo mejor, su dificultad, el juego es una obra maestra, sin duda el mejor juego del año, ni la basura de God of War le puede quitar el GOTY a esta obra maestra. Sin duda de lo mejor junto a Bayonetta 3.
  34. Mornicle
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    I couldn't have asked for more from this release by From Software. The game exceeded my expectations in every regard.
  35. theSPONK
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    I hold a few games in my collection to be saved for the future generations. Elden Ring is one of them.
  36. Ultimatealireza
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    The best game from this studio so far. Everything about this game surpasses all the open worlds I've played in the last ten years. My only complaints would be repetitive bosses (Crucible Knights come to mind) and weak AI (some enemies don't even realize they need to move around a wall to reach me, so they hold forward towards a wall, or archers keep shooting the wall instead of changingThe best game from this studio so far. Everything about this game surpasses all the open worlds I've played in the last ten years. My only complaints would be repetitive bosses (Crucible Knights come to mind) and weak AI (some enemies don't even realize they need to move around a wall to reach me, so they hold forward towards a wall, or archers keep shooting the wall instead of changing their angle).… Expand
  37. tgk333
    Apr 15, 2022
    10
    Never had a single problem, glitch, bug, or stuttering frames, outside what would be expected from any other game.

    Frames aren't the highest, but it is consistent.
  38. rubensmiranda
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    The game is extremely addictive, you can't stop playing. The open world is absolutely incredible, with many mysteries to be discovered and unraveled which makes exploration the game's hallmark. The graphics may not be the best out there, but the art direction is one of the best I've seen in a game. The introduction of jumping and horseback riding modified (improved) the dynamics of theThe game is extremely addictive, you can't stop playing. The open world is absolutely incredible, with many mysteries to be discovered and unraveled which makes exploration the game's hallmark. The graphics may not be the best out there, but the art direction is one of the best I've seen in a game. The introduction of jumping and horseback riding modified (improved) the dynamics of the traditional soulslike. I haven't been so fascinated by a game since The Witcher 3.… Expand
  39. Luitondo
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    First of like to mention, I'm on Xbox series X. I haven't had any problems that people mention, framerate or otherwise. I bought digital, and have it installed directly to xbox console. In the past, I learned not to let games upset me. I would now normally turn off the game and come back later. I will not break another controller or TV. It's been some time that I've even had the thought.First of like to mention, I'm on Xbox series X. I haven't had any problems that people mention, framerate or otherwise. I bought digital, and have it installed directly to xbox console. In the past, I learned not to let games upset me. I would now normally turn off the game and come back later. I will not break another controller or TV. It's been some time that I've even had the thought. This game brought it back. But I seem to like this punishment, it draws me in. It is so beautifully crafted. A genuine work of art. I would like to tell in detail, but I feel you should experience it for yourself. If you're anything like me, you would love this difficult gameplay, at the same time respect it. This is definitely GOTY. … Expand
  40. geistreiches
    Mar 22, 2022
    10
    don't believe the negative reviews.. game is running smooth on my xbox s ..the world is great and all you would want from a game like this.. from software nailed it, this is game of the year content and absolutely flawless.. of course you should like dark souls or bloodborne as the game mechanics are the same.. if you are not into that search for something else but if you are this will bedon't believe the negative reviews.. game is running smooth on my xbox s ..the world is great and all you would want from a game like this.. from software nailed it, this is game of the year content and absolutely flawless.. of course you should like dark souls or bloodborne as the game mechanics are the same.. if you are not into that search for something else but if you are this will be pure gaming heaven… Expand
  41. truenorman
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    Todo lo que puedo decir de este juego es bueno. Fórmula de souls pulida al máximo con un mundo abierto en el que siempre hay algo que hacer, combates con jefes espectaculares y un diseño artístico espectacular.
  42. Blaha
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece in gaming that will never be forgotten. This is generation defining.
  43. nac82
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    No game is perfect, but this game is close. Performs well on series X/S. The world is beautiful and the gameplay challenging but rewarding.

    Fromsoft has also made progress in allowing for build diversity and redesign so a lot of good stuff.
  44. notifycritic
    Jun 22, 2023
    10
    Não sou fã de souls mas assim que vi algumas ganeplays do jogo fiquei encantado e comprei, acabei fazendo 1000G
  45. Rul00
    Feb 7, 2023
    10
    El mejor juego del estudio FROM SOFTWARE. En mi opinión se alaba la narrativa en exceso (está fragmentada y presentada de forma caótica). El resto impecable, menudo juegazo. Sin darte cuenta puedes llevar 100 horas y no haber hecho ni la mitad. Es un juego redondo.
  46. MetalliBucket
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    The lowest score I could justify giving this game is an 8, and I believe it is a 10. I knew it was a 10 when I sunk 30 hours in 3 days when I am also juggling work and school. Anything lower than an 8 makes no sense - this is one of the most dense, beautiful, dangerous open worlds ever created. Combat is extremely varied. The exploration is top notch - think BOTW where you keep tellingThe lowest score I could justify giving this game is an 8, and I believe it is a 10. I knew it was a 10 when I sunk 30 hours in 3 days when I am also juggling work and school. Anything lower than an 8 makes no sense - this is one of the most dense, beautiful, dangerous open worlds ever created. Combat is extremely varied. The exploration is top notch - think BOTW where you keep telling yourself "ok one more thing then I'll stop playing - let me go to that castle first" and then end up playing another 2 hours. There is SO much creativity and fun packed in this game it is an absolute must-play. Combat while on your horse is also the best I've ever seen in a game. It is so fun. Unlike the Witcher where it's a nuisance to fight on your horse, here I try to stay on unless I absolutely must get off.

    As with any other FromSoft game, however, there is a learning curve where you need to learn how to fight. It does take some patience, but once you get that you cannot roll infinitely or just run in and attack, it gets easier from there. And then you sink into it with all the different weapon and magic options you have as you level up. Infinite builds and playstyles. Cool and funny side quests and characters, and the story is the most prominent it has ever been in an FS game.    … Expand
  47. SleepEZ
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    When I'm not playing Elden Ring all I can think about is playing Elden Ring.
  48. Gallbond
    Apr 20, 2022
    10
    После трёх прохождений и выбитой "платины" я официально заявляю, что это лучшая игра 2022 года и 11/10.
  49. Derex
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    Honestamente, lo mejor que he jugado en muchísimo tiempo, no tengo más palabras, es mi primer soulslike y quede encantado.
  50. DARYLDONALD93
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    No one reads these. So to fight the good fight. I’ll just drop a 10 and leave.
  51. CzarSquid
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    After putting over 100,000 hours into it I can say that the game is pretty good
  52. Lover92
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    Great game as always from fromsoftware.. the open world is beautiful ...gameplay is superb..Art and atmosphere is great ...amazing boss fights..
    But there's one problem and always from Japanese devs for Xbox ..the optimization is very bad for Series X|S ..yes with vrr the game is smooth but without vrr the game runs between 50-60fps and that not good enough..
    Series X is more powerful than    Great game as always from fromsoftware.. the open world is beautiful ...gameplay is superb..Art and atmosphere is great ...amazing boss fights..
    But there's one problem and always from Japanese devs for Xbox ..the optimization is very bad for Series X|S ..yes with vrr the game is smooth but without vrr the game runs between 50-60fps and that not good enough..
    Series X is more powerful than ps5...it should be easily 1800p-4K locked 60fps..the loading the same as Xbox one ...Japanese devs forget to coding the game on XSX|S and use the speed of HDD instead of the next gen SSD ...its really awful optimization for great game ...how the hell make the loading the same on Xbox one and Xbox Series... I tried both and its the same ..that's why ps5 has faster loading times because the devs forget to use the high speed of XS SSD and used the low speed of Xbox one HDD..
    Update after months:They fix the loading times and the performance increased ..
    As i said its just bad optimization..    … Expand
  53. Abusive
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This is my first dark souls game- and I'm addicted. Yes it’s hard. Yes you die for hours. Yes YouTube will help you get through it. No bugs that I have found. No problems with quests or maps and anything. This is what gaming should be.
  54. Kazukiwoof
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    Despite some performance flaws in its early life, Elden Ring is the ultimate FROM SOFTWARE artistic expression yet, it evokes traits and feelings from every entry of titles like Bloodborne, Demon's Souls, Sekiro, the Dark Souls trilogy and even King's Field, so easily forgotten.
    Strongly recommend to anyone into high/dark fantasy and is into overcoming challenges (personal or not), Elden    Despite some performance flaws in its early life, Elden Ring is the ultimate FROM SOFTWARE artistic expression yet, it evokes traits and feelings from every entry of titles like Bloodborne, Demon's Souls, Sekiro, the Dark Souls trilogy and even King's Field, so easily forgotten.
    Strongly recommend to anyone into high/dark fantasy and is into overcoming challenges (personal or not), Elden Ring is definitely a game to be remembered.    … Expand
  55. rafsh
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    Muy buen juego, el mundo abierto es bastante divertido de explorar, me encanta que hayan mezclado mecanicas e historias de los antiguos juegos de la saga souls. Los NPCs hasta ahora son muy interesantes. Mucha rejugabilidad sobre todo para probar otras clases y hacer pvp o pve. El sistema de armamento de las cenizas es muy divertido. Hasta ahora lo he estado disfrutando en una Xbox seriesMuy buen juego, el mundo abierto es bastante divertido de explorar, me encanta que hayan mezclado mecanicas e historias de los antiguos juegos de la saga souls. Los NPCs hasta ahora son muy interesantes. Mucha rejugabilidad sobre todo para probar otras clases y hacer pvp o pve. El sistema de armamento de las cenizas es muy divertido. Hasta ahora lo he estado disfrutando en una Xbox series S. El primer dia la unica molestia que tuve fue el error de la red que no dejaba hacer cooperativo, pero despues todo solucionado. Las animaciones de los personajes son bastante fluidas. Te da unja vibra parecida a la de bloodborne junto con Sekiro… Expand
  56. LeoVR
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    gran juego, lo malo es la dificultad artificial que tiene a diferencia del dk3 y sekiro que eran perfectos en ese sentido.. Aun asi es un buen liquidador de horas y te mantiene al vicio.. es un dark souls 2 (2) pero mejorado.
  57. colonelp
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game. One of the best i've played. Has everything you want, an amazing openworld, monsters to fight!
  58. Bleech23
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    What you should really take note of here is these “0” out of 10 reviews, Note how much they read more like petulant hyperbole than anything close to a critique. Well that’s because to expect this game to be different than the other Fromsoft games is ignorant at best, It takes what works from the rest of their work and finally starts to trim away from the fat that made prior gamesWhat you should really take note of here is these “0” out of 10 reviews, Note how much they read more like petulant hyperbole than anything close to a critique. Well that’s because to expect this game to be different than the other Fromsoft games is ignorant at best, It takes what works from the rest of their work and finally starts to trim away from the fat that made prior games more like exclusionary niche titles and opened the genre to be much more accessible. The game never seems to stop opening up into new areas to explore and when played alongside friends has created a gaming experience I’ve found lacking in the industry for a longerg time. The open world allows for moving around and away from moments that served as roadblocks in prior titles. Can’t beat that boss? No problem, just go level up or try out a new weapon set up and come back. No more banging your head against the wall as you do the same fight for the 50th time. You can go at your own place and there is more variety to the game than just big sword smash and roll. And while the graphics are far from cutting edge, the game reminded me how little that matters in a game. Thanks for the stories Fromsoft, can’t wait to see what’s next.… Expand
  59. Fluxcapacitor
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Most these kids giving negative reviews wouldn't know a good game if it hit them upside the head. If you need your hand held, this game isn't for you. If you don't appreciate a challenge, this game isn't for you. If all you want to do is rush through everything and don't enjoy the experience of exploring and finding secrets, this game isn't for you. If you can't appreciate cryptic storyMost these kids giving negative reviews wouldn't know a good game if it hit them upside the head. If you need your hand held, this game isn't for you. If you don't appreciate a challenge, this game isn't for you. If all you want to do is rush through everything and don't enjoy the experience of exploring and finding secrets, this game isn't for you. If you can't appreciate cryptic story telling, and don't enjoy the mysterious wonder it brings, this game isn't for you.

    This game is a breath of fresh air among the convoluted and bloated open world game we typically get today. It's a masterclass in level design, enemy design, combat, RPG mechanics, exploration, dungeon crawling, and more. The game is absolutely massive in scale, and with 50 hours in I've hardly scratched the surface. The reviews are justified and the hype is real. And I'm saying this not as a fanboy, but as a first time player of FromSoftware games.    … Expand
  60. Grownmangrumble
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    I expected this to be great but it surpassed all my expectations. The sense of exploration is unparalleled. The map opens up before you and distant features beckon you onwards. Sneaking throw forests and swamps, scratch plans ara abandoned to the intense curiosity that comes with discovering an unexpected ruin, spectral boatman, cave or castle. Razor-sharp combat mechanics rewardI expected this to be great but it surpassed all my expectations. The sense of exploration is unparalleled. The map opens up before you and distant features beckon you onwards. Sneaking throw forests and swamps, scratch plans ara abandoned to the intense curiosity that comes with discovering an unexpected ruin, spectral boatman, cave or castle. Razor-sharp combat mechanics reward perseverance and skill whilst punishing the impulsive with the swift admonishment of death. There is almost too much to do yet still, there are no dull moments. A masterpiece of game design and ingenuity. it is hard to see how anything can stop this from being GOTY.
    Indeed, it may well be the greatest game ever made    … Expand
  61. bear00766
    Nov 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. el mejor juego de From es una reinvención de la formula tradicional ademas de un impresionante historia es una obra maestra de los videojuegos me dejo sorprendido los tres finales 10/10… Expand
  62. jcvandan
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Incredible life consuming experience. The ultimate evolution of the Soulsborne formula, and incredibly has still kept From's tight level design where it really matters (i.e. the core path).

    Gaming catnip.
  63. reap3r95
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    If you like dark souls and want more of a open world version then you will love this game.
  64. TheAlphaReview
    Jan 13, 2023
    10
    First game in a long time where you get exactly what you payed for and exactly what was advertised, no micro transactions, no battle pass, just a massive playground where the only one limiting your enjoyment and progression is you. My advice, explore the world when you get stuck on a boss, go off the beaten path, strike first, strike hard, No mercy.
  65. SkyrimGod
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    After putting 30 hours in I can say Elden Ring is my GOTY so far and not only that it's
    quickly becoming one my favorite games ever. What can I say FromSoft did it again.
    This game is magical. I;m speachless.
  66. jasetheace1
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, just the wonder of what you will run into next and the world design.
    This game is a phenomenon.
  67. rockugun
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Es la siguiente fase en lo que los souls se refiere a todo aquel que le gusta el genero lo tiene que tener o mínimo probar, no es para la gente de cinemáticas y eso para ellos esta el the order, Horizon y esas cosas.
  68. SilverRivet13
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    The last time I gave a game a perfect score, was Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. I had only play Sekiro, and struggled with it. Now I want to go back and apply, what I have learned. Eldon Ring has an Open World rivaled by by Red Dead 2. The game’s world gives you time to level up and hone your skills, before progressing on with the Story.
  69. Ckroko
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    una evolucion increible de los souls, sekiro y bloodborne, es una obra de arte , es un juego que te atrapa por horas y horas, lo recomiendo 100% no me arrepiento de comprarlo vale sin dudas cada centavo, lo estoy jugando en series S y va perfecto, sin dudas candidato a goty de este año , opaco a todos los titulos .
  70. Airufino23
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    El mejor juego de From de su historia y en mi series S va espectacular, cero problema con caidas de fps, eso si, mejor en modo rendimiento. Yo ya me he cargado 4 bosses y llevo sobre 25 horas y no para de maravillarme.
  71. RockRiding
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    so BIG, so deep, so interesting, like nextgen zelda. Many secrets, many interesting bosses, many locations. U play the game and game doesn't meant to end.
  72. Cyshox
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    Beautiful open-world, with a lot to discover. The art style is impressive. Combat feels good. The only issue is it's performance across all platforms. With a VRR display the Xbox version is best since it offers the smoothest experience. An option to cap framerates and a 1440p performance mode would be nice.
  73. FreqMode
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Easily among the most enjoyable games Ive ever played. 120 hours and still not tired of it and still finding new and unexpected things.
  74. Bebop_01
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    Best game ever. Just finished it. Don’t listen to the metacritic trolls who always review bomb games because they are bored, this game is a masterpiece like no other. It will change game like Zelda Botw.
  75. mertyboi
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    This has been one of the most engrossing and addicting gameplay experiences I have had in years. This is a difficult and dark experience that is not for everyone, and that's ok. For me it's been a nonstop thrill ride where death awaits on every corner and new locations come with amazingly detailed environments and new terrible adversaries. It can feel like a 'Breath of the Wild' feverThis has been one of the most engrossing and addicting gameplay experiences I have had in years. This is a difficult and dark experience that is not for everyone, and that's ok. For me it's been a nonstop thrill ride where death awaits on every corner and new locations come with amazingly detailed environments and new terrible adversaries. It can feel like a 'Breath of the Wild' fever dream. I've enjoyed FromSoftware games in the past but never to this level, each hour of play is rewarded with awesome weapons, unlockable items, enemies, and jaw dropping landscapes. There are bug fixes needed, and it appears that they are being handled in a timely manner, and that is why for me this has been a close to perfect experience.… Expand
  76. jotape01
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece. 120 hours spent without getting bored of it. This game is the perfection to the souls formula. I would have liked if they wanted to invest a bit more in the narrative of thoe game, but we know they are FromSoftware.

    A game to be remembered forever.
  77. Barbarrox
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    Finished it on all consoles now. I cant remember how often I finished this game already. I have already over 2 thousand hours in it. It is teh best game ever. Easiest Goty ever.
  78. wardsac
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    I have only played a Dark Souls game for 10-15 minutes. Elden Ring however I can't put down. The learning curve is STEEP. But this is the first game that I've played in a very long time where I feel like I am getting actively better with each hour I play. It's almost a throwback to games like Mike Tyson's Punch Out where you have to learn your opponents patters and when to attack andI have only played a Dark Souls game for 10-15 minutes. Elden Ring however I can't put down. The learning curve is STEEP. But this is the first game that I've played in a very long time where I feel like I am getting actively better with each hour I play. It's almost a throwback to games like Mike Tyson's Punch Out where you have to learn your opponents patters and when to attack and when to defend. You can't run in and bash things until they are dead, which in many great games is as advanced as the battle gets.

    This is definitely it's own thing. And you HAVE to put you ego aside and realize you're going to die while playing this game. A LOT. Once you accept that, it opens up and is an absolutely incredible game.    … Expand
  79. Jimena
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Una obra maestra en xbsx gran sorpresa de este año para mi gusto muy superior a otros qué ya salieron presumiendo de algo que no logran las expectativas
  80. Jonyps
    Jun 9, 2022
    10
    Juegazo Increíble 100% Recomended aunque no te gusten los Souls.
    Es una maravilla y enorme el Mundo.
  81. Rowd
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    Game's amazing, most negative reviews are just from people who like the new horizon game more.
    Love the kind of story in these games where you have to find it in items and piece it together yourself, it's like the opposite of an exposition dump. Really love trying to piece together and figure out the lore, which is what i like about all of from's games.
  82. OnikDovahkiin
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    Feels like Skyrim and Zelda BOTW on steriods. Amazing game to get yourself lost with
  83. Reinalds
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This game IS A MASTERPIECE! I have about +50 hours and runs perfectly fine on Xbox Series X.

    Just Coop/Pvp will engage the player for many hours! It's beautiful, great lore and big map. It's difficult and rewarding at the same time! Don't believe anyone who says otherwise! Play it yourself, don't mind crying people For a From Software fan, it´s the best game they ever made!    This game IS A MASTERPIECE! I have about +50 hours and runs perfectly fine on Xbox Series X.

    Just Coop/Pvp will engage the player for many hours!

    It's beautiful, great lore and big map. It's difficult and rewarding at the same time!

    Don't believe anyone who says otherwise! Play it yourself, don't mind crying people

    For a From Software fan, it´s the best game they ever made!

    #goty of the DECADE OR MORE    … Expand
  84. TalionSwift
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    SO good so far. Only negative is it loses some frames here and there nothing too bad, and will prolly be patched up. Literally everything else is Godlike and this is quickly becoming my favorite new souls game. And the Open World is the closest to Breath of the Wilds quality that i have seen yet. So much good here that i cant care to knock it for points.
  85. Lightlollo
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    Molto probabilmente vincerà il goty di quest'anno, è uno dei giochi migliori che ci sia. Ha un ritmo di gioco incredibile.
  86. BeardedYoda
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    Full disclosure, I am a fairly big fan of the Dark Souls series of games and have been playing Souls games for nearly a decade now; so take that into consideration. With that out of the way, I would like to say that Elden Ring is simply incredible. I have not experienced a newly released RPG that has enthralled me this much with its world and gameplay since Fallout 4 - back in 2015. TheFull disclosure, I am a fairly big fan of the Dark Souls series of games and have been playing Souls games for nearly a decade now; so take that into consideration. With that out of the way, I would like to say that Elden Ring is simply incredible. I have not experienced a newly released RPG that has enthralled me this much with its world and gameplay since Fallout 4 - back in 2015. The diversity in builds and play styles, the humongous amount of interesting dungeons and environments, the plentiful and awesome loot, and of course the difficult but very fun to fight enemies and bosses - all of these elements are done very, very well in Elden Ring. There are some technical problems here and there, mainly with the frame rate and some controller delay - but this will not destroy the awesome experience. As a send off I want to say this, Elden Ring is not short and it does not hold your hand, this could seem overwhelming to some gamers, but I want to say that Elden Ring hardly ever felt like a chore. While Elden Ring is a long game, it's so open and has so much in it that I hardly felt like I was spending too much time playing it. Even if you are crunched for time from work or school, I still would highly recommend trying out this awesome game.… Expand
  87. tom974
    Jul 11, 2022
    10
    That was my first entry in the "Souls" genre, and not the least I think. In my opinion, yes this is a diffcult game but it is manageable thanks to the rewarding exploration and the level up possibilities of your character. Games like Cuphead are way more difficult since you cannot power up to such an extent. I found the artistic direction is effective and coherent, musics subtle butThat was my first entry in the "Souls" genre, and not the least I think. In my opinion, yes this is a diffcult game but it is manageable thanks to the rewarding exploration and the level up possibilities of your character. Games like Cuphead are way more difficult since you cannot power up to such an extent. I found the artistic direction is effective and coherent, musics subtle but adapted to the action and with powerful moments. Yes, jumps are unprecise, the story is somewhat vague but this game was really remarkable and somewhat unique to me, and there is clearly a before and after Elden Ring.… Expand
  88. BIGHEED
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. It's a shame that the game is receiving bad reviews because people don't like a challanged.

    World and gameplay are both magnificent, after 90+ hours of game play I can't wait for the next 90
  89. Kondigong
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    das spiel ist großartig. man bemerkt, wie liebe- und mühevoll alles gestaltet ist. das fehlende handholding gefällt mir sehr gut, vermisse ich sehr bei modernen spielen. die verschiedenen welten strahlen alle eine komplett andere atmosphäre aus, gegner sind sehr vielseitig. jede wagge spielt sich andersich habe in noch kein spiel bisher so viele stunden versenkt und bin gerade ca bei derdas spiel ist großartig. man bemerkt, wie liebe- und mühevoll alles gestaltet ist. das fehlende handholding gefällt mir sehr gut, vermisse ich sehr bei modernen spielen. die verschiedenen welten strahlen alle eine komplett andere atmosphäre aus, gegner sind sehr vielseitig. jede wagge spielt sich andersich habe in noch kein spiel bisher so viele stunden versenkt und bin gerade ca bei der hälfte(?) und es ist kein bisschen langweilig. ist mein erstes souls-spiel und werde anschließend auch mal die anderen spiele ausprobieren - ich habe sehr viel verpasst...… Expand
  90. Somaage
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    After 60hrs I'd say if you enjoy overcoming obstacles and the feeling that brings them this is the best fromsoft title made to date.
    Even if you don't like these types of games this game should be an inspiration to open world building. If you're tired of being treated like a child and have the patience to overcome death itself then I'd highly recommend this game, but if not then there's    After 60hrs I'd say if you enjoy overcoming obstacles and the feeling that brings them this is the best fromsoft title made to date.
    Even if you don't like these types of games this game should be an inspiration to open world building. If you're tired of being treated like a child and have the patience to overcome death itself then I'd highly recommend this game, but if not then there's horizon forbidden West.
    There's no checklist simulator here, just an open world full of mystery and wonder. So many hidden places you'll find for the first time on your third playthrough. It's truly incredible seeing a dev team trust the player as far too often games are too proud of their work, so they feel the need to drag you to every place on the map, but elden ring wants you to discover the magic of this world on your own.. this is your journey, your path to cut, this is your world. One of the best action rpg's I've ever played.    … Expand
  91. George383
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    This game is amazing. The open world is great and gives you hours of exploration. The weapons, magic, and armour in this are all really cool and everything feels different. The game is hard but if you explore and train you will beat it and feel more rewarded than a game which holds your hand. This is one of the best games I have ever played.
  92. Pete112
    Jan 10, 2023
    10
    Before Elden Ring, Zelda Breath of the Wild was easily my favourite game.

    After 100 hours of this game, I'm not really even that bothered about the Tears of the Kingdom sequel though. Elden ring is fairly similar to Breath of the Wild but the combat feels way more realistic and evolved and there's much more to do. The only problem with it is that it's slightly spoilt all other games.    Before Elden Ring, Zelda Breath of the Wild was easily my favourite game.

    After 100 hours of this game, I'm not really even that bothered about the Tears of the Kingdom sequel though.

    Elden ring is fairly similar to Breath of the Wild but the combat feels way more realistic and evolved and there's much more to do.

    The only problem with it is that it's slightly spoilt all other games. It's hard going back to other adventures when you've experienced a game this good.    … Expand
  93. Antares_87
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Máster Piece !!! Obra Maestra !!! Es el juego perfecto , el mejor de esta década
  94. Haohmaru1981
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Quando forem fazer uma critica , critiquem a parte tecnica de um game, seu gosto pessoal não é num fato,
  95. HakkaNoTogame
    Mar 8, 2022
    10
    This game is a 10 if there ever was one. The world building is absolutely top notch. The secrets have secrets. I wouldn't say this game is 100% new player friendly, but it is more so than other FromSoft titles. The way you have to dig for the story.. the combat.. finding secrets.. finally defeating that boss you've been stuck on is the most rewarding and addicting loop in any game. This isThis game is a 10 if there ever was one. The world building is absolutely top notch. The secrets have secrets. I wouldn't say this game is 100% new player friendly, but it is more so than other FromSoft titles. The way you have to dig for the story.. the combat.. finding secrets.. finally defeating that boss you've been stuck on is the most rewarding and addicting loop in any game. This is hands-down a generation defining game. It is a perfect culmination of all the works FromSoftware has delivered to us. If you are a FromSoft fan this is an absolute must buy. If you are on the fence please give it a try. This game is more than worth the asking price with all the content on hand.

    P.S. I am a fan of HFW too and I think the people who are picking a side between the two games need their head examined.    … Expand
  96. leandro4270
    Mar 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. jogo maravilhoso
    jogando no XBSX, PS5 e PS4
    muito conteúdo e eu por ser fã da série souls me surpreendeu muito    … Expand
  97. Ryfish
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    I had never played a souls game before but knew they were hard. Found it overwhelming to begin with but stuck at it and it’s been one of the better gaming experiences I’ve had.
  98. Pepe_gamer
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Miyazaki magum opus. Absolutely mind blowing experience. Thank you FROM Software!
  99. SirFlankBoring
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    For disclaimer: I made 100% of the three games in the Souls franchise.

    When I saw the trailer for Elden Ring, it was like I was witnessing Miyazaki's new challenge to the gaming industry. Since Demons Souls (2009) and Dark Souls (2011) went down in history as innovative and challenging games, the first thing to think about would be: "How will Elden Ring innovate?"... The answer came    For disclaimer: I made 100% of the three games in the Souls franchise.

    When I saw the trailer for Elden Ring, it was like I was witnessing Miyazaki's new challenge to the gaming industry. Since Demons Souls (2009) and Dark Souls (2011) went down in history as innovative and challenging games, the first thing to think about would be: "How will Elden Ring innovate?"... The answer came through the gameplay.

    I never imagined that From Software would be able to create something so epic, mixing an amazing OST (made by Yuka Kitamura), a magical setting and such fantastic mechanics. Elden Ring gives me the same feeling as Skyrim, a feeling of a vast world to explore, with different possibilities, for me, these two games are like brothers, things that only appear from decade to decade in the gaming world.

    The bosses never disappoint, no matter if it's a dungeon boss, or a main boss, their theme songs are amazing, and you really feel that the moment is a certain tension. The dubbing of the game is to be praised, all the voice actors managed to highlight the presence of their characters well, and this is something that I see little commented on.

    There are different builds, for all tastes, for all the bosses you want, and this goes back to what I said before, Skyrim and Elden Ring are brothers, both games give you immense possibilities for gameplay, magic, archery, one hand, two hands, punch. You'll never run out of ideas for an NG+.

    In short: Elden Ring is the kind of game you only see every decade, and it's been a real pleasure to write about this masterpiece by Miyazaki.    … Expand
  100. Turdnuggz
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Never really played a FromSoftware game before picking up Elden Ring, but after this I gotta. This game is one of the best games I've ever played
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  1. The Mako Reactor
    Apr 4, 2022
    95
    Despite some annoying performance issues, Elden Ring is a masterpiece. The combat, enemy variety, exploration, music, and open world are top notch. I’ve been playing it daily across all platforms alongside other games all month, and look forward to doing that all year as I try new builds, help friends, and try to do everything I want in this triumph of a video game.
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  2. XboxAddict
    Mar 25, 2022
    100
    Elden Ring rewards your curiosity in many ways, be it items, runes or a pathway to another area, but mostly it’s a story to tell your friends when you are sharing tales around the bonfire. It does not force feed tutorials down your throat, but instead it leans far the opposite way by not telling you much at all and lets you explore and find things out on your own. There is no true quest log, no points of interest on a map or no arrows pointing you in the right direction, so there is a good chance you’ll miss some of the best caves and areas of the game. Because of all of this, Elden Ring is forcing me to find all of that out on my own and it is one of the most rewarding games I have ever played. I will continue to explore the Land Between for many hours to come. I’m just not in a hurry.
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  3. MondoXbox
    Mar 14, 2022
    92
    Elden Ring manages to draw the player into a fascinating world for many hours, with refined gameplay that fits perfectly with the freedom granted to the player. A sumptuous but imperfect work, which fails to completely overcome some of the historical flaws of Hidetaka Miyazaki's productions. Flaws that, however, can't diminish the scope of a masterpiece destined to leave an indelible mark on the videogame world and to set new standards for the souls-like and open-world genres.
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