It's been 15 years since FromSoft invented a whole new genre overnight with Demon'S Souls. Since then, their influence has been felt in the many games that borrow from them, either pieceameal or wholesale. But FromSoft is the one that does this the best, even if so many others are also trying it. And FromSoft themselves have tried this mltiple times. The question now is, which one of their outings you think thhe best one is, and why.
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The best Souls-like game from FromSoft is...?
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Werewolf Jones
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An American Werewolf in Yharnam.
VideoGameEnjoyer
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I picked Elden Ring because it just so perfectly fits the definition of From Software's Magnum Opus, deservedly so.
Catch me on the right day, or if they ever remaster it properly and I might say Bloodborne though.
Catch me on the right day, or if they ever remaster it properly and I might say Bloodborne though.
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Sekiro. Even though I understand why it's not listed and no one here said it, for now.
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Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
Darkmakaimura
true legend voting the only valid thing here
bender
What time is it?
It's a toss up between Demon Souls (originated the formula, Tower of Latria) and Bloodborne (favorite combat and overall setting). After that I'd give it to Dark Souls (great lever design but the last 3rd drags down the overall experience), then Dark Souls 3 (a consistent experience but started some of encounter/boss design trends that I don't care for), followed by Elden Ring and finally DS2. I'm going to replay DS3 soon so it could shift in my ranking.
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DonF
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Agreed, my favorite from game is sekiro, sublime game. loved the setting and combat, simply the best.
Mortisfacio
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From a first playthrough perspective, Elden Ring for me. For repeat playthroughs, Bloodborne. The open world of Elden Ring is quite amazing, but the open world drags on for me in subsequent playthroughs. For that I prefer the more linear experience.
I found Bloodborne to be overall easier (not including DLC content), but I love the aesthetic. I just wish they remastered the game or launched it on PC. I hate how poorly the game runs towards the end, particularly in the swamps. Pretty choppy.
I found Bloodborne to be overall easier (not including DLC content), but I love the aesthetic. I just wish they remastered the game or launched it on PC. I hate how poorly the game runs towards the end, particularly in the swamps. Pretty choppy.
TintoConCasera
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ER > DS > BB > DS3 > DS2 > DeS
Seems a bunch of people just go "hard game = souls like" lol
rabbity-thing
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Every game up there is just fighting for second place.
rm082e
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No question - Bloodborne by a country mile. I love all of them, but that one was the perfect balance of aggression, gameplay systems, item management, atmosphere, and replayability. The only problem with it was the frame rate, which is why we want a patch, remaster, or remake so badly. At a rock solid 60fps, that game would be perfect.
ComputerBlue
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It’s Bloodborne, but Elden Ring will probably win this pole simply because it’s not exclusive and more people play it.
Holammer
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IMO, the puzzle box design of Dark Souls was more interesting than the open world in Elden Ring. Areas like Raya Lucaria had elements of it, but it did not shrink the world like knocking down a ladder or opening a door could.
I'll go with DS1 even if the sequels might be better and more technically accomplished games.
I'll go with DS1 even if the sequels might be better and more technically accomplished games.
Hudo
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I swear I remember 2 instances where people claimed that Armored Core 6 is a Soulslike.
cinnamonandgravy
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these are souls games, straight from the OG tit, dr smooth brain
*eats a big mac*
"this is big mac-like"
anyway, its DS1
bloodborne is a close second.
*eats a big mac*
"this is big mac-like"
anyway, its DS1
bloodborne is a close second.
NeverYouMind
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Josemayuste
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Bloodborne.
NeverYouMind
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It has Swamp of Sorrow. That should disqualify it.
Paltheos
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1) Dark Souls 3
1) Bloodborne
3) Elden Ring
4) Dark Souls
5) Demon's Souls
6) Dark Souls 2
I flip-flop on #1. If you put a gun to my head, I'd say Dark Souls 3, but each game has its own strengths and weaknesses. Bloodborne would be #1 without a doubt if vials refreshed on death. I really want it to be #1 but can't justify it.
The new DLC for Elden Ring pushed it up a bit. The base game has so many problems, many of which are still present in the DLC, but it's a more solid package imo. Previously I think I'd put Elden Ring in a tie with Dark Souls 1, but now it's a firm step ahead.
1) Bloodborne
3) Elden Ring
4) Dark Souls
5) Demon's Souls
6) Dark Souls 2
I flip-flop on #1. If you put a gun to my head, I'd say Dark Souls 3, but each game has its own strengths and weaknesses. Bloodborne would be #1 without a doubt if vials refreshed on death. I really want it to be #1 but can't justify it.
The new DLC for Elden Ring pushed it up a bit. The base game has so many problems, many of which are still present in the DLC, but it's a more solid package imo. Previously I think I'd put Elden Ring in a tie with Dark Souls 1, but now it's a firm step ahead.
Buggy Loop
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The only #1 and I'm flabbergasted it's not in the poll
Trogdor1123
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Demon’s Souls for me but you are getting a treat with any of them. Amazing bunch of games.
Arachnid
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tommib
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Chuck Berry
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Kokoloko85
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Bloodborne followed by Dark Souls 1. Its close. Demons Souls is also great
VideoGameEnjoyer
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4K, 60 FPS please...
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