I'd say the game is harder than Bloodborne and arguably Dark Souls 1 from my experience as well, outside of O&S.
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Dark Souls III |OT| Thy path has been tested, now fight unkindled ash
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I'd say the game is harder than Bloodborne and arguably Dark Souls 1 from my experience as well, outside of O&S.
The design seems pretty poor for the first half, leading to them being too easy. It didn't feel like bosses posed as much of a threat as regular enemies until the second half of the game.
TheLostBigBoss
Banned
Lore prediction
Ok, so I think I'm really fucking dense and it took like 9 hours for it to sink in.
We're basically in the same location of Dark Souls 1. I saw a glimpse of the mountain side and the city on it, thats Anor Londo. Thinking back the fucking demon flying monkeys should have given it away
We're basically in the same location of Dark Souls 1. I saw a glimpse of the mountain side and the city on it, thats Anor Londo. Thinking back the fucking demon flying monkeys should have given it away
Gunslinger
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is ranged build viable in this game? I wanted to make an archer type of character. I enjoy my knight class and its been pretty fun so far. Tank type build with knight shield. Pretty much ran through most bosses so far but i have just started the game (only 3 bosses down so far).
Strange in Stereo
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It doesn't, unfortunately.
Son Of Sparda
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Just reached
Holy shit at that view! Wow, just... wow!
Irithyll of the Boreal Valley.
Holy shit at that view! Wow, just... wow!
Ivan Amiibo
Banned
souls jank is a thing.
i just had a darkwraith warp up a hill mid-attack and smack me in the face.
not to mention the countless times enemies just warp through a barrier i wouldn't normally be able to cross.
EndlessSky
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Gah, been farming the black knight at S
L
and like 15 tries in I still haven't gotten his great axe yet.
mouldering
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OniBarubary
Banned
3rd crash. Whee.
MatrixMan.EXE
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I've only just beat
, but while I'm enjoying this more than Dark Souls II, I'm find it to be the easiest game in the series so far, Bloodborne included.
I'm not sure if it's because it's genuinely easier, or the formula has just become so familiar that it's easy to see through all of FROM's tricks that would otherwise get the better of someone new to the franchise.
Still having a blast though.
Crystal Sage
I'm not sure if it's because it's genuinely easier, or the formula has just become so familiar that it's easy to see through all of FROM's tricks that would otherwise get the better of someone new to the franchise.
Still having a blast though.
MasterMenace
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Lol...you haven't seen nothing yet.
All about the i-frames, yo
finalflame
Member
Yah, when I picked up that ring I knew it was going to be wildly valuable and overused in PvP.
Ivan Amiibo
Banned
The hardest game in the entire series is.....which ever one you choose to play first
yea
the hip thrusts and kicks...wheh
shit will get real eventually...esp if u do the optional bosses
Ivan Amiibo
Banned
it gives extra i-frames? i thought it was just making them invisible, but they were still just as vulnerable.
ran into a few who apparently thought using it is the best strat in the universe and smacked em down.
finalflame
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I think the sister-ring to it gives extra i-frames, but don't recall exactly the description right now.
TemplaerDude
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The hardest game in the entire series is.....which ever one you choose to play first
That's how I feel, too. I've played all 3 Dark Souls games at this point, I think I've got a good grasp of the mechanics and what not. While I am certainly finding this game easier (to the early point I'm at, at least) I would put most of that on familiarity of the series.
7 bosses down so far. 3 of them are complete shit. This is really disappointing since I expected From to put some effort into making a great lineup of bosses in the last Dark Souls game and having 3 shitty bosses in the first 7 is not a good sign. Does it get better from here on?
Relaxed Muscle
Member
Adds i-frames but also reduces damage absorption.
The other ring (seems) to just gives some invisibility to the roll and adding +3 to DEX. Very useful for a dex build.
klownboots
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Anyone recommend a good cleric/miracle based build? Stat choices, weapons and armor?
One of those attacks followed me all the way back to DS2.
TheWorthyEdge
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Just beat
where should I go next?
or
?
Crystal Mage and Stray Demon
Cathedral Deep
through big stone door
Don't think so, i farmed the knights on high wall for their items and they are still around.
brandonh83
Banned
Undead Settlement boss is fucking shit.
So it's my understanding that Dark Souls 3 (PC) is capped at 60fps. I have a 144hz monitor - is there any settings I should change or tweak to compensate, or should I just leave everything as is? I get some stuttering here and there, but generally my game is pretty smooth - i was just curious if any 144hz users had any tips or if there's anything that can be done. Thanks!
TheWorthyEdge
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The tree
fall stay through the ground stay behind him and attack the sacks behind him. Then go for the front afterwards. Keep your distance. When you get the front sacks fhen attack the arm.
robotzombie
Member
So the Claymore is really starting to bore me
Any suggestions on cool/interesting STR or Quality weapons?
Is the Dark Sword good? It looks really cool
Any suggestions on cool/interesting STR or Quality weapons?
Is the Dark Sword good? It looks really cool
prodystopian
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Killed it! Spoiler for tricks in the fight
Wow, if you can arrow it in the mouth when it charges, it will sit upright for a few seconds. Also, I think there is a way to stun it briefly by hitting it in the side, but I'm not sure the exact mechanics.
I've been sunbroing there a fair bit (probably beat him about 8 times now) and it's really grown on me, once you notice where all the seeds/eggs are, it really changes up the fight.
Cathedral of the Deep
Big Stone Door
Chilli_Axe
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Ughh...This is gonna be a long road. Thanks!
brandonh83
Banned
Yeah I just hate bosses that do stupid area attacks and this one is bad for it lol
NEOPARADIGM
Banned
Was gonna wait for a sale but I have not the patience.
Two questions while I download, if you don't mind:
1. Interested in your assessment as to the following concepts: hopelessness, bleakness, coldness, darkness, etc. How's the game in this department, talking of atmosphere, tone & vibe? I'm sure it's not "cheery" or anything, but it seems a bit brighter and softer than I was hoping. Tell me this is not a valid concern, please.
2. Has anyone tried playing without a HUD? Possible or impossible? (I've always found it rather close to impossible because you need to see your health bar. Same story here, I assume, but figured I'd ask.)
Thanks.
Two questions while I download, if you don't mind:
1. Interested in your assessment as to the following concepts: hopelessness, bleakness, coldness, darkness, etc. How's the game in this department, talking of atmosphere, tone & vibe? I'm sure it's not "cheery" or anything, but it seems a bit brighter and softer than I was hoping. Tell me this is not a valid concern, please.
2. Has anyone tried playing without a HUD? Possible or impossible? (I've always found it rather close to impossible because you need to see your health bar. Same story here, I assume, but figured I'd ask.)
Thanks.
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