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Dark Souls

Dark Souls

Role-playing (RPG), Adventure

by FromSoftware

Score

Ratings

Published

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8.7

1,689

2011

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IGDB critic rating

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Information

Consoles:

PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

How Long to Beat

Rushed37h
Main story50h
Completionist114h

Developer

FromSoftware

Publisher:

Bandai Namco Entertainment

Game Modes

Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative

Release Date:

Sep 22, 2011

Age Rating

PEGI 16ESRB M

Your Rating & Status

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How Long to Beat

37h

Rushed

50h

Main story

114h

Completionist

Synopsis:

Dark Souls is an action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released in September 2011 as a spiritual sequel to Demon's Souls, it is set in a dark, medieval fantasy world. It is renowned for its challenging gameplay, intricate level design, and deep lore. Players control a customizable character known as the Chosen Undead, embarking on a perilous journey to uncover the secrets of the cursed land of Lordran. Dark Souls is known for its punishing difficulty, requiring players to carefully manage combat, stamina, and resources while navigating hostile environments filled with dangerous enemies and formidable bosses. The game features a unique multiplayer component, allowing players to leave messages for others, summon allies for cooperative play, or invade other players' worlds for PvP combat. The original release of Dark Souls received critical acclaim for its atmospheric world, innovative mechanics, and rewarding gameplay, solidifying its place as a seminal title in the action RPG genre.

Where to play

Official siteXbox

DLC & Expansions (1)

Dark Souls: Artorias of the AbyssDLC

Dark Souls: Artorias of the Abyss

Media

E3 2011 Official Trailer
Trailer

E3 2011 Official Trailer

Prologue : Part 1
Trailer

Prologue : Part 1

Prologue : Part 2
Trailer

Prologue : Part 2

Prologue : Part 3
Trailer

Prologue : Part 3

All Saints' Day Trailer
Trailer

All Saints' Day Trailer

"Prepare to die" Trailer
Trailer

"Prepare to die" Trailer

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