Dark Souls III Review (Ehabub)
Review of Dark Souls 3: A Joyful Struggle
Dark Souls 3 is a game that could be described as a love letter to masochists everywhere. If you’ve ever wanted to experience the thrill of victory followed by the crushing defeat of being stomped by a giant, flaming dragon, this is the game for you!
At first glance, Dark Souls 3 is a beautifully crafted world filled with stunning landscapes and terrifying monsters. It’s like a medieval art gallery that decided to throw a party but forgot to send out invitations. You’ll find yourself wandering through dark castles, creepy swamps, and even a few places that look like they could use a good cleaning. Seriously, who needs a maid when you have undead knights lurking in every corner?
The combat is where the game shines—or should I say, where it gleams like a freshly sharpened sword ready to stab you in the back. The controls feel tight and responsive, which is great because you’ll need to dodge, roll, and possibly perform an interpretive dance to survive. One moment you’ll be feeling like an invincible warrior, and the next, you’ll be flat on your face, wondering how that giant boulder managed to crush you without even breaking a sweat. It’s like a game of hide and seek, but the seekers are out for blood, and they know all your hiding spots.
Now, let’s talk about the bosses. Dark Souls 3 serves up some of the most epic confrontations you’ll ever face—if by “epic” you mean “a battle that will have you questioning your life choices for hours.” From gigantic, multi-armed beasts to terrifying sorceresses who can turn you into a puddle of regret, each boss is a unique challenge. Just remember, the key to victory is to learn their patterns—if only they didn’t change them on a whim! It’s like they’re trying to teach you a lesson in humility, and boy, do they succeed.
The story is another layer of the experience. It’s there if you look for it, hidden like a secret room behind a wall of pain and suffering. You’ll pick up bits and pieces of lore as you go, and while it’s intriguing, you might find yourself more focused on surviving than piecing together the narrative. Who needs a plot when you have the thrill of being chased by a horde of undead?
Now, let’s talk about the DLC. The additional content is like a cherry on top of a very painful sundae. It adds new bosses, areas, and gear, but also ramps up the challenge to levels that might make you question your sanity. Achieving 100% completion feels like a full-time job where the only benefit is the sweet, sweet taste of accomplishment. And let’s not forget that you’ll likely need to tackle New Game Plus at least two more times to unlock everything. Because why not torture yourself a little more, right? But deep down, I know I’ll dive back in, because the thrill of the challenge is just too enticing.
Overall, Dark Souls 3 is a beautifully crafted game that rewards patience, skill, and maybe a bit of insanity. If you’re looking for a game that will challenge you to your core while simultaneously making you laugh (because you’ll need it after dying for the hundredth time), then grab your sword and get ready to embrace the darkness. Just don’t forget to grab a snack—your next play session might last longer than you think!
And despite all the pain, the suffering, and the endless dying, I give Dark Souls 3 a solid 10/10. Because in the end, it’s not just a game; it’s a masochistic journey that we’re all secretly here for!