With IGN premiering the first gameplay footage of Dark Souls 2 tomorrow, the first in-game screenshot has already surfaced online.
Dark Souls 2 remains a divisive entry in the landmark RPG franchise, but Hidetaka Miyazaki believes it led to the success of Elden Ring.
DS2 was fine. While there was a bit of recycling assets or ideas for bosses, it was a bigger more open Dark Souls. The Fume knight boss is one of the hardest bosses in the series until Sekiro and Elden Ring were released.
The problem with Dark Souls 2 was the same problem when a different director takes over for a sequel to an outstanding movie. It typically (there are exceptions) doesn’t have the feel and vision of the previous movie.
I wouldn’t say Dark Souls 2 is terrible. Had Dark Souls 1 never been a thing and we got this, I think it would have been praised more. The problem is it didn’t have the Miyazaki touch to it and felt pretty derivative. The soundtrack is a banger though.
I like DS 2, might even be my favorite of the 3. But it's a hard sell, there's so many obscure things you need to do to make it an enjoyable experience. So always find it hard to recommend, but it is worth the trouble.
TheGamer writes, "Some weapons resist the test of time."
The Nerd Stash: “Whether you’re here to gloat about your victories or to see what the fuss is about, we present to you the hardest bosses in the Souls series.”
Looks very similar to dark souls...and thats a good thing.
As long as its a challenge and stays true to the series then count me in. NamcoBandai, if this game loses what made it special then PREPARE for a Demon to Arise from thyn N4g comment section.
Looks like it might be current gen after all. Not a bad thing.
I haven't even played Dark Souls yet. I don't know if I want to though but if it's like Skyrim, then I'll get it. And if I enjoy it, then I'll get Dark Souls 2 as soon as it comes out
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