

Elden Ring is an exceptional Action/RPG that raises the bar for the genre.
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Verdict
93%
Steam
97
IGDB
Verdict score based on confidence-adjusted Steam reviews?
Very Positive on Steam (93% positive from 1118K reviews)
Active community with 22,376 concurrent players
Critically acclaimed (97/100 critic average)
Rich open world to explore
Steep difficulty curve may not appeal to casual players
Elden Ring is a 2022 action role-playing game directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki with worldbuilding provided by the American fantasy writer George R. R. Martin. Developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, it was first released on February 25, 2022 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. Set in the Lands Between, players control a customizable player character on a quest to repair the Elden Ring and become the new Elden Lord.

Runs well on modern hardware.
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God-Slaying Armament
Upgraded any armament to its highest stage
45.4%
unlocked
Legendary Armaments
Acquired all legendary armaments
18.1%
unlocked
Legendary Talismans
Acquired all legendary talismans
17.6%
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Legendary Ashen Remains
Acquired all legendary ashen remains
17.5%
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Legendary Sorceries and Incantations
Acquired all legendary sorceries and incantations
17.1%
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Elden Ring
Obtained all achievements
10.3%
unlocked
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God-Slaying Armament
Upgraded any armament to its highest stage
45.4%
unlocked
Legendary Armaments
Acquired all legendary armaments
18.1%
unlocked
Legendary Talismans
Acquired all legendary talismans
17.6%
unlocked
Legendary Ashen Remains
Acquired all legendary ashen remains
17.5%
unlocked
Legendary Sorceries and Incantations
Acquired all legendary sorceries and incantations
17.1%
unlocked
Elden Ring
Obtained all achievements
10.3%
unlocked
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found a boss early on spent like 1.5 hours trying to beat it got its weapon i can use the weapon 24 levels later reached the requirements to use it it f*cking sucks 10/10
not very good so far but it might get better if i play for another .1 hours
This is one of those games that will never make you regret buying it. Elden Ring offers incredible replayability, countless build possibilities, a massive open world, and hundreds of bosses and enemies to encounter. The diversity in this game completely blew my mind. There is an unbelievable amount of content packed into it, and every playthrough can feel different depending on how you approach the game. The boss fights are one of the strongest aspects of the game. The cutscenes, atmosphere, and voice acting during boss encounters make them feel truly epic and memorable. Every major boss feels unique, both in design and mechanics, which keeps the combat exciting throughout the journey. The difficulty scaling is also handled very well. Like other games developed by FromSoftware, the game can be challenging, but it gives you many tools to make things easier if you want. Using spirit summons such as Mimic Tear or Tiche can make difficult bosses much more manageable. The co-op system is also fantastic—many players in the community are very supportive and are willing to help others defeat bosses if they are struggling. One of the best parts of the game is exploration. The world of The Lands Between constantly rewards curiosity. When I first started playing, I thought only Limgrave, Weeping Peninsula, and Stormveil Castle were the main areas of the game. But after defeating Godrick and stepping into Liurnia, and later reaching Altus Plateau, I was shocked. I realized I hadn’t even explored 10% of the entire map. Besides the massive overworld, there is also a huge underground world with hidden places and mysterious locations. Exploring these areas feels magical and often leads to powerful items, secret bosses, and beautiful environments. Every cave, ruin, and catacomb usually contains something valuable that you can only discover by exploring. Another thing that makes the game special is the freedom it gives to the player. You can approach fights in many different ways—melee builds, magic builds, hybrid builds, or even your own creative builds like becoming an assassin or samurai. This flexibility is one of the main reasons the game has such strong replay value. If you ask me about the cons of the game, honestly there are almost none. Some players might say the story is not presented directly, but that is very subjective. The lore is actually incredibly deep and fascinating if you take time to understand it. In fact, the story and world-building feel so rich that they could easily inspire a movie or series. The only minor issue I faced was fall damage, which can sometimes be frustrating, but it’s manageable once you learn the map better. In my opinion, this game has top-notch graphics, music, characters, and gameplay. The soundtrack during boss fights is phenomenal and adds a lot to the tension and excitement. The game is also fairly well optimized, although it is locked at 60 FPS. Overall, Elden Ring feels like a once-in-a-generation gaming experience. Few games manage to create such a vast world while still keeping exploration meaningful and rewarding. It constantly surprises you with new locations, enemies, and secrets even after dozens of hours of gameplay. Final Verdict: 11/10 – A masterpiece of a game. Already my game of the decade. I will definitely buy the DLC in the future. This game is absolutely worth every penny.
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