DARK SOULS™: REMASTERED

Not to echo what so many other people have said about this game and fromsoft’s catalogue curing their depression but it’s true. Solaire will always be my favourite. Praise the Sun 🌞

Praise the sun!, and then, Praise the sun! 10/10

Definitely worth a play. Well worth what you get for only $40. This game lead to a revolutionary series which created an entire genre of games called souls-like. If you would like to see where this all began this game is the beginning of an amazing era of gaming. That being said please be mindful there are many pitfalls in this game. The games first half is certainly some of the best design in all of gaming history however the second half is an absolute train wreck. Witches of Izalith is by far one of the worst areas ever designed in the souls series up there with the frigid outskirts. You can absolutely screw yourself and eliminate all co-op elements by over leveling weapons that will lock you out of co-op in certain areas, and trekking across the world before unlocking teleportation (While helping to build a love for the world) is grating at times. Overall great game and worth the play 8/10

Art with a few butt fister sections but I love it. Played prepare to die edition more so lol.

its a fine remaster of the original, at least it runs better than PTDE

Fun Game a bit confusing a first, but I think that was on purpose

Everyone should play this game if they enjoyed Elden Ring. I've played all souls games except for Sekiro and Demon souls, but this is where it all truly started. Dark Souls 1 is peak and in my opinion you should play all three or non at all!

great game but in reality i would not recommend this game to just anyone

It's quite hard to say something new about this masterpiece. But I love it so much that I can't help adding my two cents and talking about what I enjoy in it.

🏰 Firstly - the level design.
I struggle to think of any other game where I can close my eyes and vividly remember most of the map and its connections, even after years of not playing. Of course, it's not perfect - some locations feel rushed, and some weren’t well-optimized at launch. But that doesn’t affect the overall quality, imo. It excels not just in its visual presentation and atmosphere but also in its intricate, interconnected structure. On top of that, the item and enemy placements create truly unique gameplay scenarios. Can you think of another game that inspires memes purely about it's enemy placements? Take, for example, the infamous catwalk with the Anor Londo archers or the Capra Demon’s tiny, cramped lair. Remembering these moments made me realize that almost every boss, enemy, location, or item in this game has a story, joke, or meme created about it. That alone speaks to how iconic and influential this game truly is.

🗡️ Next—the challenge.
By now, it's almost a cliche (to the point of being worn out) to compare any hard game to Dark Souls. But I don’t think this game is as impossibly difficult as some make it out to be. Sure, it doesn’t hold your hand - there are no difficulty settings, and it throws plenty of tough situations at you to manage. But it never feels unfair (except for maybe a few moments on your first playthrough). Unlike games like Sekiro, where you might hit a wall if you’re not skilled enough, Dark Souls gives you plenty of ways to help yourself if you’re struggling. You can level up, experiment with new strategies or equipment, or even summon other players for help. In a way, this flexibility is how the game adjusts its difficulty.

👥 Lastly - the multiplayer.
There are so many games where multiplayer is either the main focus or a completely separate mode. It’s rare to find one where it’s so seamlessly intertwined with the single-player experience and even tied to the lore, with covenants and their unique gameplay mechanics. This creates an entirely different dynamic among players.
Because of this, you’ll encounter a wide variety of playstyles. Not just the sweats in giant dad armor locking you in backstab chains or the kindest souls who protect you at all costs and sacrifice themselves for you. But also honorable duelists, who bow before and after fighting, face you one-on-one, and refuse to use any unfair items or heals. Or complete goofballs, who spam voice stones and emotes, pulling off the most absurd and hilarious stunts you’ve ever seen. And when all these types of players come together in one lobby, it creates the quintessential Dark Souls multiplayer experience. With the remaster’s six-player slots and dedicated servers, it’s even more chaotic and entertaining.

The remaster also brought other much-needed improvements, like quality-of-life features, bug fixes, and sharper visuals - especially in particle effects. If you haven’t tried this masterpiece yet, you absolutely should. Even with all the games that came after it, improving on different aspects, this one remains a timeless classic. Its impact on the industry is undeniable, and it will always be remembered for how it shaped gaming as a whole.

Não sei jogar esse game, sou muito ruim nele, mas é um bom remaster, pega bem no pc,bem otimizado e formoso, só falta remasterizar o 3 agora pra ficar perfect

There are more bad locations in this game then good, somehow though the rest of the game makes up for that.

9/10, cant excuse New Londo Ruins

Dark Souls is a classic for a reason. It may be hard for people to go back to this one if they started with Elden Ring, as the combat is much slower and movement is a bit clunky, but the first half of the game (up to the end of Anor Londo) is still one of the best designed map layouts in any video game to this day. Still a lot of fun with tons of replay value.

This is as if the first game has an HD mod, Resolution+Ratio mod, AND comes with all DLC. If you've ever enjoyed the original, but hated the PC port, this is the PC version for you. I played the life out of DS on the 360, and I almost never played the PTD edition on PC because mods were necessary without an obscure resolution flatscreen, or an old CRT, and the graphics didn't hold up on PC, likely purely bc of that.

This changes everything. I doubt the models were updated; but that doesn't stop the animations from making it seem that way from the textures. Everything about this looks better than DX11 DS2:SOTFS, and ALMOST as good as DS3(Again, I doubt the models were updates, physics is the same, hitboxes and mechanics are largely unchanged, and map geometry is similar.) so this is saying a lot. Esp from someone who played DS1,2,2:SOTFS, and 3 to the end, as well as Sekiro:SDT.

This is a must for anyone trying to get the original Souls feel without buying a PS5 for Demon Souls.

best game i have ever played and also the only game to make me almost punch my fucking screen

Some may call it a demake, but its an all time classic for me. Beat every boss in the game no roll no hit at lv 1 including DLC: Was the best challenge i think i set myself up to do. I heavily recommend. If you're completely new to the souls series this will definitely be a trial by fire for sure, but put your mind to it, I believe you will be able to beat it, just as I have.

Hated it the runbacks and the clunky hitboxes the game is unbalanced my opinion might be not as precise since i ve only finished two fromsoftware elden ring and bloodborne but i hated this games clunkyness

Truly great game. Some extremely memorable boss fights, engaging world design and exploration, and the online play is nice as you can choose how much you want to engage in PVP or just stick to PVE. Will definitely replay on NG+ somewhere down the line

Dark Souls is easy, actually.

I kid, I kid. but it's not as bad as you think.

Dark Souls is one of the most immersive and beautiful games I've ever played. A gorgeous, dying, yet comforting world filled with danger and jolly cooperation. You will not regret, nor forget, finishing this beautifully humbling experience.

Dark Souls is a masterpiece.

With that, I must say goodbye then. Be safe, friend. Don't you dare go Hollow.

I would feel very silly writing a glowing review for a game everyone's already been praising non stop for 13 years, so i'll just say that it is indeed as good as everyone says it is, if not better. It's truly one of a kind.

Well this is of course one of the best videogames of all time. I have played it since my childhood now almost 30 years old and I revisit it occasionally to make builds and beat the game from time to time do if that tells you anything about its incredible replay value, but I feel incredibly proud of myself for officially completing the game 100% by gaining all achievements. It has been a very long journey to get here but it has been worth it and I recommend you try it as well. It may take countless hours and the help of friends but its a great game. Prepare to Die!

This game is a true test of patience if you're aiming to 100% it. it's not just because the game is challenging, but also because of the farming and weapon achievements. that said, the rest of the game is really nice and enjoyable.

This was my fifth souls game, and third one I really dug into (played lots of Elden Ring and Bloodborne, and dipped my toe into Sekiro and Demon's Souls). Definitely worth playing. Decided to try this before DS3 specifically because it's more differently paced than ER and BB, and it does not disappoint. Everything feels like it has *weight* to it, in a good way, but still very much so is clearly the progenitor of the souls games people know and love

Medium difficulty game with tons of explorations an options for both armor and weapons. Would recommend, specially if you like fantasy games fo sho.

Absolute masterpiece of a game. Despite its reputation as a hard game, it is not that hard if you put 2 and 2 together using the 2 non-rotten brain cells and the 5 IQ you got.

Everything is clearly designed and told. All hidden or hard-to-get items are teased in one way or another. Generally the progression on your first playthrough is linear (or rather predictable).

Can't kill some enemies yet? You don't suck (in terms of performance, or as they say, git gud), your progression (stats/weapons) suck. Players have proved time and time again that you really don't need to have good reflex to finish the game, or a mathematically optimized build. Just pick up your weapon of choise, upgrade, scale and enjoy.

I would only really complain on the broken pvp and the absolute ass of twinks you encounter throughout your journey, especially in parish. If you don't intend on doing a PvP build or doing co-op, for your own sanity play offline or hollow.

The Lone Wolf Dies Alone

The Good:
It is (relatively for steam) the first official dark souls experience you can achieve on this platform and has aged like wine gameplay-wise. The graphics can be up for debate, but I personally love it. The high contrast, dark areas, bleak vibrance, gives all the feeling of the dying world. My first souls-like was Elden Ring as most probably are. I wanted to experience the other entries from FromSoftware (Including Bloodborne, I better see that sh*t on here some day, I refuse to buy a console.) I genuinely enjoyed the slower pace of combat and how things felt more clunky, it was def some adjusting that had to be taken place. But a nice adjustment. The combat felt clean despite being aged. Probably due to the remaster ha! It is truly an addicting game. I kept coming back to it. To progress, get more powerful, feel fufilled, we can not end on a loss.Just very satisfying. I think my favorite part over all was the interconnectivity of the entire world! It was so amazing to come back to another area with a shortcut available now!

The Bad:
I hated the farming I had to do for 100% the game, there was no natural way to get all the materials I needed to join all the covenants. It was BS. The game was very fun and I feel fulfilled, just the farming felt so tedious. Some of the hit boxes did feel extremely janky at times. I think Gimmick boss fights are not an issue, maybe a bit too much in this game, or too easy for the series, but this game set the bar, and it continues to perform well. I like gimmick boss fights personally, but I like resident evil 5 over 4, so I'm the monster here. But I think there are too many gimmick boss fights here. It was a pain overall to 100% without a guide. This would be impossible without some assistance. Mainly with knowing when to do certain objectives at what times and illusionary walls that def did it's job my first playthroughs of the game.

The Ugly:
I had to Kill Sif 3 times in order to 100% :(

I died, learned nothing, and then died some more. A+ experience. Controls made me throw my controller. NPCs just kept laughing at me. Bosses have been waiting for me specifically just to ruin my day. And the entire world is just depressing and on fire. But hey, I can’t stop playing it. I think I might have Stockholm syndrome.

10/10 would die again.

I know this game is older then most and tbh its hard you dont know what to do a lot of the time but that makes it fun DO PLAY THIS GAME ITS THE GOAT

Finishing DS1 gave me one of the most accomplishing feelings. This game was a challenge, the amount of times I had to put the game down for a night, but still woke up the next day wanted to finish what i couldn't the night before shows how satisfying that feeling of accomplishment is. The game is vague and I had no clue why I was ringing bells or fighting "random" bosses. coming from Elden Ring, This was a huge difference. I thought this was going to be a walk in the park after Elden Ring, based off how slow everything looked. how wrong I was, ER definitely set me up for the skill point system and controls but nothing could have prepared me for how different the combat felt and how different level design was.

I am now addicted to the souls formula, I now wanna play every popular souls like... other than DS2... maybe

Playing this for the first time in 2024 and its one of the best games I have ever played.
I can say so many things I love about this game but I think its just easier to look at the countless Youtube videos talking about this masterpiece.

good game but i refunded i dont think the price is relly worth it since i can get it for 10 bucks on a ps3

1/10 graphics 10/10 game

This is my first souls game experience where it sets a new standard for gaming difficulty particularly in combat.
I died countless times and felt like giving up, but I pushed through to overcome tough challenges.
Learning the bosses attack patterns and movements is essential as they say.
The game can be very frustrating, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes incredibly rewarding.

this game rules, it's been my autistic hyperfixation for the past month, and immediately after my first playthrough, I started a second just because I didn't want to stop playing

I've spent so much time reading and researching the lore outside of the game, too. wish I got more into dark souls sooner.

The world is huge, intricate, full of open locations, but also claustrophobic corners. And you have to show him a huge amount of humility before he shows you his closing credits. It's one of those games that you know by heart after finishing it, because you have to learn the moves of all the enemies and bosses, come up with ideal strategies, and win with your head, not your blunt force. You have to earn everything here, and every new location will be filled with holy terror.

When deciding to buy, ask yourself this question: Did I have the honor of the first Dark Souls? If the answer is no, then a remaster is the obvious choice. 65%

this game, surprisingly, is my comfort game. i love every bit of it (not you, bed of chaos), and it really shocks me to think that a game like this was released in 2011. this is one of the classics that you need to play at least once in your lifetime.

ds1 has such a special charm to it; somehow I enjoyed it more than ds3... the dialogues, environments, layouts- it all ties in so neatly, exploring the game was soo fun. dlc was good too.

immaculate experience. omw to do ng+ for the other ending and achievments o7

It's good, but it really drops the ball with the boss fights oddly enough. My favorite moments of the game were when I was going through a fortress or new area finding treasures and tools fighting new and interesting enemies. Boss fights in contrast half the time were cool? It's just around 2/3rds of them have something janky that just feels more like luck and every single fight has the nearest bonfire (checkpoint) 5 fucking miles away. When people talk about this being a hard game they really mean that it just doesn't understand respecting players time, let me just try again I don't want to walk across the same fucking broken zombie and giant covered road for the 26th time.

Don't get me wrong, a lot of fights were cool, but half of the cool fights have the most obnoxious distance from a checkpoint making me think they weren't great anyways. All in all the game is great, it just misses a lot of polish with things like that.

My biggest problem would be 2 things that are absolutely problems.
1: being vague
2: janky attacks
there are a ton of things that just aren't explained to you, I still don't know how magic exactly works in that game, I don't know what maybe a quarter of the items do or are even for and I still don't understand how the hell anyone is supposed to know how to access a large portion of locations. Artorias, and priscilla are two bosses that just I can't imagine being accessible for a normal person, artorias especially, I only knew you could fight him because I heard so much about him beforehand, I still had to look up a guide to figure you need to go to a random corner of a random part of the map and kill a random enemy then go kill this specific golem that's in this one random area over here and then come back and a ghost might magically appear from a rune that's over there and THEN you can get to the dlc area. It's a massive flaw in an otherwise pretty good game.

Jank. What I mean by this is how there will be bosses and enemies where they break the fundamental game, titanite demons especially are the worst offenders, frequently their attacks will clip awkwardly to multi-hit you for an instant kill leaving fighting them up to luck. Bed of chaos is a gimmicky boss based around platforming and pushing you which shows you within the first 5 seconds why the rest of the game does not focus around that. There's a bit here and there too, but for the most part those two enemies are the worst about it, other than that, this might be my own opinion, non-humanoid bosses usually aren't done very well. Giant creature like enemies will usually amount to a large untouchable object that doesn't exactly feel compelling? I think it's that because you know they can't make fast moves because they take up such a large amount of space they feel like a slightly wobbly tower that might have a damage box appear with this frequency. It doesn't feel like a fight or a fantastical and heroic battle between a lowly human and this gigantic dragon. Instead it feels like you're poking a very agitated lump of flesh for about 15 minutes that might roll over so you should move out of the way when it does that.

spoilers: I also think the final boss was a let down, I like the design and fight, I just think that again maybe don't shove an ENTIRE NEW AREA between the last bonfire and the fight, put the fight at the bottom of the ghost stairs and show the area outside the fight area. It was also ballsy to make the fight trivial if you knew how to parry, that was relieving because even if that fight still would have taken maybe 16 tries without parrying, I would probably have just said fuck it and moved on to the 2nd game well before that just because of the distance. It's just pointless.

Still, when the game has its highs, it has its highs but from what I've heard all the other souls-games from fromsoft are much better.

Dark Souls 1 is an average game. I've finished it 2 times, killing all the bosses (including the optional and those from Artorias of the Abyss) and all this game has to offer is a high difficulty level. Dark Souls 1 has zero storyline. You meet a few random characters who contribute nothing and are there to tell you what to do (literally in two words e.g "you have to ring two bells and we will see what happens next hehe") and that is it. The plot of the game you have to discover yourself (by reading on the internet), because you won't learn nothing from the game itself.
The only pluses i see in this game is that it teaches you humility and patience. Because just you have completed Dark Souls doesn't mean that you are a good player, it shows you are a patient person. Additionally, you can feel a sense of satisfaction after defeating challenging bosses, but that's not enough to consider Dark Souls 1 a good game.
I will probably play the sequels to make sure that Dark Souls is as hollow inside as the enemies i was given to face.
Just because a game is difficult doesn't mean it's also good.

I played Elden Ring and had so much fun that I went full FromSoft and caught the Dark Souls games on sale recently. Well, it's even better than Elden Ring IMHO and I can't wait to play DS2 & DS3 and yes, the Elden Ring DLC. But, Understanding how the game has evolved and they've managed to make so many good games just feels special to me. I only regret not playing these years ago when they originally came out.

8/10

Having played the newer Soulsborne games before DS1, I took the conveniences those games offered for granted. Most importantly, no 1-2min run backs for a majority of boss fights, more frequent and better-placed bonfires, and fast travel available from the start rather than halfway through the game. While DS1 is among the easiest of the series, it still provides enough challenge to be enjoyable.

Let me tell you that I love Dark Souls 1, I have forgotten how wonderful this game really is.
Side note: I have played Dark souls: Prepare to Die edition (original) version back in 2018 with mouse and keyboard mind you and completed it few times, at first it was annoying, yes, but later i got used to it. When I finished original I thought that i won't be playing remaster again and go through the hell I experienced before, but somehow I recently got that Dark souls itch again and decided to buy again and so here we are.
So anyway, what I am trying to say is that you don't need Ūber graphecs to enjoy the game instead story and/or gameplay itself is all you need that in this case is the proof. Sure, i have forgotten nearly all knowledge of the game I had, but that does not stop me of playing it. I am slowly getting back to master the game again and i plan to finish it 100% too the same way i did with original.

I will tell what real enemy is in this game, its not invasion, not even regular creeps nor gravity, but Sen's Fortress itself. Those axe pendulums have killed my character more than gravity itself.

Great game!

This game gives a great lesson on level desing and world building. It's just spetacular how every area is interconnected with each other and although the game is quite linear it felt like semi-openworld. And let's not forget the distinctive and amazing combat we all fell for, there's nothng quite like it, let's be honest. Fromsoft crafted this masterpiece with a beautiful soul, albeit dark.

Don't you dare go hollow. PRAISE THE SUN!

platinado sem backup save e sem usar SAM Picker, full na raça viu? xd

agora um dos melhores videos da internet
nao tem como é o mago https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxGrgaRclps

A masterclass on level and enemy design. Most "souls-like" games try to emulate its formula, but only end up copying and pasting a few supeficial elements, while failing to understand how these elements where combined in the original Dark Souls to make it the masterpiece it is. Play it and you'll understand.

Oh. And don't you dare go hollow.

Despite DS1 being my favourite Souls game beside Bloodborne , this is one of the worst remasters in recent memory.

Despite the obvious differences , like the foggy backgrounds not being foggy anymore and showing dreadful textures , or the sewers being a lot less "oily" , making them about half as atmospheric , nothing really changes , which is tragic because despite being regarded as one of the best RPGs of the era , the second part of Dark Souls 1 was actually notorious for being unfinished and poorly designed , differently to the first half.

They could have made the graphics better , they could have made improvements in the actual graphic options , but instead it basically is a 40$ slightly better DsFix mod .

They also removed the Prepare to die edition from Steam , making this the only way for new players to play the original Dark Souls , costing about 4 times as much and missing the atmosphere of the original , along with many nonsensical changes like being able to switch covenants on the fly with no repercussions.

I LOVE DS1 , and this is why i consider this remaster a travesty and a cash grab if nothing else.

Dark Souls: Remastered is a breathtaking revival of one of gaming’s most influential titles, bringing the legendary experience of its original release into the modern era with stunning visuals and improved performance. FromSoftware has successfully rekindled the magic of Lordran, making it accessible and exhilarating for both newcomers and seasoned veterans alike.

At its core, Dark Souls remains a paragon of challenging gameplay. The refined mechanics and responsive controls ensure that every encounter feels fair yet punishing. From the exhilarating feeling of mastering a boss fight to the dread of facing relentless enemies, every moment is designed to keep you on your toes.

The intricacy of the combat system encourages experimentation with different builds, making each playthrough unique. The world of Lordran is a masterpiece of design. The interconnected areas, hidden pathways, and clever shortcuts invite exploration and reward curiosity. The lore is rich and layered, unfolding through environmental storytelling and cryptic NPC interactions. Piecing together the history of the world is as satisfying as the combat itself, immersing players in a narrative that lingers long after the game is over.

The remaster includes upgraded online functionality, allowing for smoother multiplayer interactions. Cooperative play and competitive invasions are more accessible than ever, fostering a vibrant community that adds depth to the experience. Summoning friends for epic battles or engaging in thrilling PvP duels enhances the game’s replayability. The remastered sound design elevates the experience, with haunting melodies and impactful sound effects that enhance the immersion. From the echoing clang of weapons to the ominous ambiance of darkened areas, the audio design plays a crucial role in creating the oppressive atmosphere that Dark Souls is known for.

To anyone scared away by the game's reputation for being "brutal" and especially "unfair," I STRONGLY urge you to try and push through and go through this game on its terms.

The most difficult thing about this game is breaking your prior assumptions and habits, and learning how to appreciate the fantastic game and level design.

well, cept that ONE last area. That one sucks and its boss is just stupid BS

Boy oh boy where do I even begin. Dark Souls Remastered honey, my pookie bear. I have loved you ever since I first laid eyes on you. The way the map is designed. Your boss designs, and that gorgeous setting. I would do anything for you. I wish it were possible to freeze time so I could play you all day. You had a rough development, but you never gave up hope. You're a great game, sometimes I even call you the goat. I forvever dread and weep, thinking of the day you will one day get old. I would sacrifice my own life it were the only thing that could put a smile on your devloper's beautiful face. You have given me so much joy, and heartbreak over the years. I remember when you first were not on steam and its like my heart got broken into a million pieces. But a tear still fell from my right eye when I watched you get remastered, because deep down, my glorious game deserved it. I just wanted you to return home. Then allas, you did, my sweet baby boy came home and I rejoiced. 2019 was a hard year for us baby, but in 2018 you made history happen. Not only have you changed the game of games and the world forever, but you've eternally changed my world. And now you're getting older, but still the goat, my goat. I love you pookie bear, my glorious king, Dark souls remastered. 🥰❤️🫶🏽

Got killed by an invader, game crashed, wouldn't load my character, made new character now game crashes every time after leaving the asylum. Truly a Dark Souls moment 10/10