Dark Souls (2011)
PC (Microsoft Windows) · PlayStation 3 · Xbox 360
4.40 from 6175 ratings · #49 top rated on Grouvee
13734 members have it in their collection · 769 playing now · 3485 backlogged · 1769 wish listed
How long? Main story 55h · with extras 70h · 100% 110h (from 162 logged playthroughs)
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 …
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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.
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Details
- Developers
- FromSoftware
- Publishers
- Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Genres
- Adventure, Role-playing (RPG)
- Themes
- Action, Fantasy
- Franchises
- Dark Souls
- Series
- Dark Souls
- Steam
- View on Steam
Release dates
- Sep 22, 2011 (Full Release) (Japan) PlayStation 3
- Oct 04, 2011 (Full Release) (North_America) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Oct 06, 2011 (Full Release) (Australia) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Oct 07, 2011 (Full Release) (Europe) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Oct 18, 2011 (Full Release) (Korea) Xbox 360
- Aug 23, 2012 (Full Release) (Australia) PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Aug 24, 2012 (Full Release) (Europe) PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Aug 24, 2012 (Full Release) (North_America) PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Oct 25, 2012 (Full Release) (Japan) PC (Microsoft Windows)
Also available on
- Dark Souls: Limited Edition (2011) · PS3, X360
- Dark Souls: Collector's Edition (2011) · PC, PS3, X360
- Dark Souls: Artorias of the Abyss Edition (2012) · PS3, X360
- Dark Souls: Remastered (2018) · NSW, PC, PS4, XONE
Related
Bundled in
- Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition (Aug 2012) · PC, PS3, X360
DLC
- Dark Souls: Artorias of the Abyss (Aug 2012) · PC, PS3, X360
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Rating distribution
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 star
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Community All Reviews Statuses
Status peter Mar 12, 2014 Completed
I need to hurry up and finish this thing since my copy of Dark Souls II is showing up today. I don't really know why I ordered it already considering I'm probably only half way through this one. I did make some good progress in Anor Londo this past weekend.
Status peter Feb 3, 2014 Completed
Finished off Sen's Fortress last night after watching the Super Bowl. I only had to fight the Iron Golem twice before I took him down.
I hate that I have to take my computer offline if I want to play the game in offline mode so no one will invade me. The PVP shit is my least favorite part of …
Finished off Sen's Fortress last night after watching the Super Bowl. I only had to fight the Iron Golem twice before I took him down.
I hate that I have to take my computer offline if I want to play the game in offline mode so no one will invade me. The PVP shit is my least favorite part of the game, and I wish they'd let you opt out. I think I saw that Dark Souls II is going to let people invade you even if you're hallowed. I'm not too excited about that.
Status Jess Jan 31, 2014
Can't believe I just paid money to inflict self torture. Pretty sure that makes me a masochist. But I figured for $2.50 I might as well see what the fuss is for myself. As an added bonus, I could always live-stream my voluntary suffering for the entertainment or more likely, frustration of others.
