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Dark Souls III - PlayStation 4 Standard Edition
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- Atmospheric Visual - Dynamic lighting and particle effects immerse players into a dark fantasy world of ruin
- Interconnected World - Expertly crafted world encourages players to explore vast and breathtaking landscapes
- Sword Action - Diversifies combat action allowing players to craft their own unique play style
- Unique Online System - Evolution of trademark online multiplayer functionality that seamlessly integrates online interactions into single player story
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ASIN | B00Z9LUFHS |
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Release date | April 12, 2016 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #29,915 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #1,456 in PlayStation 4 Games |
Product Dimensions | 0.6 x 5.3 x 6.7 inches; 2.4 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Mature |
Item model number | 12014 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 2.4 ounces |
Manufacturer | Bandai Namco Entertainment America |
Date First Available | June 13, 2015 |
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As fires fade and the world falls into ruin, developer From Software and director Hidetaka Miyazaki continue their critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series with Dark Souls III. Fans and newcomers alike will get lost in the games hallmark rewarding gameplay and immersive graphics. Now only embers remain...
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Customers like the variety of the video game. They mention that it has a wide variety of equipment and weapons to choose from. They also say that the game itself keeps them immersed and is an all around one of a kind experience. Customers also appreciate the condition of the product, saying that it was new as described. They say that it is a surprisingly enjoyable game. However, some customers dislike the pacing. Opinions are mixed on performance, graphics, and content.
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Customers find the game pretty swell, enjoyable, and fun. They also say the game has been a joy to play, with fun battles. Customers also appreciate the additional rewards for repeat playthroughs, making the amount of spent more worth it. They love the gameplay, weapons are amazing, classes are interesting, and sorcery is now more balanced.
"...Sure, some of the bosses were easy, but they were very fun battles with the two which stood out the most were the Dancer and Aldrich...." Read more
"...Creature designs are excellent and often unsettling.Characters are completely insane. Driven mad by the unending apocalypse they live in...." Read more
"...Despite the challenge, the game has been a joy to play, thrusting me neck-deep into an eerily familiar and alien world on the eve of annihilation...." Read more
"Absolutely stellar game. If you liked the other games in the series, you'll love this one. Amazing atmosphere and world design...." Read more
Customers like the condition of the video game. For example, they mention it's in good condition, has excellent quality, and is very well constructed. Some say that the game was new as described and has no scratches or breakage.
"...That is to say, they are fast, many, and easily break through your defenses...." Read more
"...The enemies in the game are also cleverly crafted, from the ever-present mimics to the new and cool bosses.Would I recommend this?..." Read more
"No issue with the physical item and I am enjoying the game a great deal so far...." Read more
"...The problem though is that the COOP and PVP elements are still broken after the game has been out a month...." Read more
Customers find the repetitiveness of the game to be interesting and addictive. They also mention that the game itself keeps them immersed, with an interesting story and one of a kind experience.
"Love the gameplay, weapons are amazing, classes are interesting, boss fights are epic, the game itself keeps you immersed, music track for the boss..." Read more
"...Amazing artwork, great levels, and plenty of spooky elements too make it an addictive affair...." Read more
"...This is annoying for lower level caster builds, because you must choose between your Health, and your Magic...." Read more
"...Great graphics. Interesting story and all around one of a kind experience." Read more
Customers find the variety in the video game software to be great. They mention that there are dozens of weapons to choose from, all upgradable, and a wide variety of equipment to match different playing styles. They also say the detailed environments and intricate battles make for a great game with plenty of things to do.
"...Dozens and dozens of weapons to choose from, all upgradable and nearly all completely viable depending on your build...." Read more
"...previous games in the series, Armor, while plentiful and beautiful and varied, with almost every set from both games combined, returning; armor is..." Read more
"This is an amazing game! Beautiful detailed environments, hundreds of weapons and items, and intricate battles make for a great experience...." Read more
"Great game. Plenty of things to do. Even if you haven't played the previous games this one is an awesome pick up...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the graphics of the video game. Some mention that it has great graphics, beautiful detailed environments, and amazing artwork. They also say the creature designs are excellent and often unsettling. However, other customers say the game is hard and challenging.
"...The world is so creatively put together. Creature designs are excellent and often unsettling.Characters are completely insane...." Read more
"...Taking notes from Bloodborne, DSIII's combat systems are more fluid and organic than those in DSII, squarely putting more focus on mobility this..." Read more
"...This game IS hard. All of the Souls games are hard. They are suppose to be challenging. I said the same thing 5 years ago when Demon Souls came out...." Read more
"...The worlds are quite stunning here. The characters have amazing level of detail. Can't wait to play some more." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the video game. Some mention that it works great, has no problems or issues, and is nearly all completely viable depending on your build. Others say that it's functionally useless and does nothing.
"...and dozens of weapons to choose from, all upgradable and nearly all completely viable depending on your build...." Read more
"...times in a row as they want, in tandem with that your armor is functionally meaningless, Poise has no meaning, and your health, regardless of its..." Read more
"...Luckily no damage was done and once I booted up the game it worked perfectly. But others might have not been as lucky...." Read more
"Got it in good condition and works perfectly. Thank you." Read more
Customers are mixed about the content. Some find the game great with hours of content, while others say it's punishing, brutal, and unforgiving. They also say the game is nowhere near as fun as Bloodborne and is too hard for casual gamers.
"...the Souls Series has always been difficult, punishing, even unfair seeming at times. but prior to this, it was playing of of you, the player...." Read more
"...can participate in is just another fun feature, and the length of the game was appropriate for the cost...." Read more
"...This game is nowhere near as fun as Bloodborne, doesn't look as good, mechanics are jerky in comparison...." Read more
"...The gameplay is punishing which makes it impossible (for me) to enjoy." Read more
Customers find the pacing of the physical video game software poor. They also mention that there seems to be an input lag. However, some customers say that the combat is faster than the first two games, but not quite as fast as Bloodborne.
"...Combat is a bit faster than the first two, but not quite as fast as Bloodborne, but that's not really a bad thing, as it makes the combat a bit..." Read more
"...Overall everything in this game feels dull, generic, poorly paced...." Read more
"...However, frame pacing issue is annoying. Deducted 1 star simply for this.Didn't really play multiplayer so I can't comment on that." Read more
"...My only complaint is that there seems to be an input lag that from software never fixed. It has been in every souls game so far." Read more
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If you played the other Dark Souls games, you will pick this one up quickly. The game play is virtually identical, with addition of a special move set attached to each weapon. There have been a few changes since Dark Souls 2. The Estus system now includes FP (skill points, Mana or Magicka - whatever you choose to call it) You allot your Estus Flasks between your HP and FP. This is annoying for lower level caster builds, because you must choose between your Health, and your Magic. Also there are a few new weapons, armor sets, spells, miracles, and pyromancies. There aren't as many new items as you would hope however. MOST of the weapons, spells, etc have been carried over from the other Souls games. This is good for familiarity, but for the first playthrough, you will be surprised at how long it takes you to find a weapon you haven't seen before. This game combines aspects from ALL of the Souls games, including Demons Souls and Bloodborne. The overly large, very fast moving enemies from Bloodborne make an appearance in this game. Not the same enemies of course, just similar in combat style. The slower dumb enemies are here too, as well as many humanoid enemies that fight like a real human player would. This adds to the challenge, and ultimately the frustration, as you will die a lot more. That's good though. The challenge adds to the replayabilty of this game.
The online aspects of this game are also what add to the replayabilty, and have created such a loyal fan base. The problem though is that the COOP and PVP elements are still broken after the game has been out a month. I did not subtract a star for this, because they will fix it, as they always do. I am surpised of the problems, this far after the release. There have been days at a time, that there is virtually NO ONLINE PLAY. That totally sucks, but don't let that prevent you from buying it. THEY WILL FIX IT.
So when it works, PVP and COOP is pretty amazing. You can summon up to 3 people to help you, usind a dried finger (2 people without the finger). You can also be invaded by a plethora of human players itching to kill you. Up to 6 players in the game, including the host (YOU) can exist at any one time. You can choose to manually summon phantoms to help you, or wear a special item that will automatically bring phantoms to your aid when you get invaded. The online play of this game is unlike any other game, and it has in turn created a HUGE LOYAL fan following.
So I will wrap it up. You can see videos on youtube all day that will give you more info than any written review. I will say this though: If you have played all the Souls games including Bloodborne, this game will seem very famliar to you. So many aspects have been carried over including weapons, spells, bosses, areas, NPCs, items, move sets, armor, etc. If you are not familiar with other souls games, this game will give you a run for your money. It is challenging, and not straight forward at all. There is nothing linear about this game. There is a lot left to figure out even after you think you've completed an area. If you can get past the initial learning curve of the game, you will end up loving it just like all the other loyal fans.
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2016
If you played the other Dark Souls games, you will pick this one up quickly. The game play is virtually identical, with addition of a special move set attached to each weapon. There have been a few changes since Dark Souls 2. The Estus system now includes FP (skill points, Mana or Magicka - whatever you choose to call it) You allot your Estus Flasks between your HP and FP. This is annoying for lower level caster builds, because you must choose between your Health, and your Magic. Also there are a few new weapons, armor sets, spells, miracles, and pyromancies. There aren't as many new items as you would hope however. MOST of the weapons, spells, etc have been carried over from the other Souls games. This is good for familiarity, but for the first playthrough, you will be surprised at how long it takes you to find a weapon you haven't seen before. This game combines aspects from ALL of the Souls games, including Demons Souls and Bloodborne. The overly large, very fast moving enemies from Bloodborne make an appearance in this game. Not the same enemies of course, just similar in combat style. The slower dumb enemies are here too, as well as many humanoid enemies that fight like a real human player would. This adds to the challenge, and ultimately the frustration, as you will die a lot more. That's good though. The challenge adds to the replayabilty of this game.
The online aspects of this game are also what add to the replayabilty, and have created such a loyal fan base. The problem though is that the COOP and PVP elements are still broken after the game has been out a month. I did not subtract a star for this, because they will fix it, as they always do. I am surpised of the problems, this far after the release. There have been days at a time, that there is virtually NO ONLINE PLAY. That totally sucks, but don't let that prevent you from buying it. THEY WILL FIX IT.
So when it works, PVP and COOP is pretty amazing. You can summon up to 3 people to help you, usind a dried finger (2 people without the finger). You can also be invaded by a plethora of human players itching to kill you. Up to 6 players in the game, including the host (YOU) can exist at any one time. You can choose to manually summon phantoms to help you, or wear a special item that will automatically bring phantoms to your aid when you get invaded. The online play of this game is unlike any other game, and it has in turn created a HUGE LOYAL fan following.
So I will wrap it up. You can see videos on youtube all day that will give you more info than any written review. I will say this though: If you have played all the Souls games including Bloodborne, this game will seem very famliar to you. So many aspects have been carried over including weapons, spells, bosses, areas, NPCs, items, move sets, armor, etc. If you are not familiar with other souls games, this game will give you a run for your money. It is challenging, and not straight forward at all. There is nothing linear about this game. There is a lot left to figure out even after you think you've completed an area. If you can get past the initial learning curve of the game, you will end up loving it just like all the other loyal fans.
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2016