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ScrawlFx Demon's Souls Review

Sal writes, "Demon's Souls is a Japanese action-RPG but feels more like a Western RPG. This is probably because of the game's real-time combat system and Oblivion-like style. The game gives players their own customizable character, complete with ten classes to chose from, stats to level up, new weapons and items to find, and a will to beat the game. Demon's Souls is difficult, I can tell you that. It's probably one of the hardest games you'll ever play. If you though Ninja Gaiden II for Xbox 360 was hard, you'll laugh at it after playing this game."

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Saaking5332d ago

So far it's looking like another AAA exclusive

Ichiryoka5332d ago

yup...heh...(cant stop smiling)...

I reallly want this game.. Just call me (Mid-Boss)...<<Kind of a inside joke...(disgaea)

poindat5332d ago (Edited 5332d ago )

I remember when people were saying how this game was going to fail because they thought the graphics were sub-par.

Well, this is a prime example of a game having such solid gameplay that visuals can take a back seat and everything is still peachy.

I'll admit that Demon's Souls hasn't really been on my radar until now, but I will definitely be picking this up soon after it releases.

@Thom: Ah, the wariness seems a lot more reasonable now. From Software isn't a company I have been following, so I wasn't really aware of their sketchy pedigree. Looks like they've done quite the turn-around then!

PirateThom5332d ago

I think a lot of people were also wary due to it being From Software and their past games Armoured Core, Enchanted Arms, Tenchu Z and Ninja Blade all being, well, not good.

Hopefully the reception for Demon's Souls will carry over to 3D Dot Game Heroes, a game I'm personally looking forward to.

Timesplitter145332d ago (Edited 5332d ago )

It's such a shame that this game gets ZERO advertisement from Sony in gaming conventions

Ravage275331d ago

trust me, the graphics are VERY decent. It might not wow gamers who are used to playing KZ2, but it gets the job done(ESPECIALLY during the boss's entrance).

If you can accept Prototype's level of gfx, you will DEFINITELY have no problem with DS. Not to mention you will be so engrossed with the fantastic atmosphere and gameplay that you won't have time to search for jaggies or bad textures.

Redempteur5331d ago

Ninja gaiden was not hard it was cheap ( boss exploding after you beat them is just cheap IMO )

Demon soul is just hard but i don't think you'll think it's that hard after you figure out how to progress

Carefullness , skill , good thinking might be the keys to master DS imo

DigitalAnalog5331d ago

Ah, the mere mention of 3D DOT HEROES (too ecstatic at this moment)!

SaiyanFury5331d ago (Edited 5331d ago )

Demon's Souls is not only an awesome game, it's the only game this generation that I've experienced a genuine sense of dread. Repeatedly. If you don't know your environs and don't know how to handle a situation, you're dead. Bosses can be impressive like the Dragon God. If that doesn't impress you, then nothing will. He's huge and awe inspiring. But thankfully, not too difficult to fight. Because FROM Software made Demon's Souls I'm really hoping that we'll see a new King's Field game on PS3. :D

ThanatosDMC5331d ago

Here's what i think Demons' Souls could improve on if they make a sequel since it's possible since the DS world is so open.

1. More open world. The game is linear. But im just complaining since i wanted more screwed up places to visit. 5-3 demon babies pit is an insane death trap.
2. More armor sets. I stuck with knights set till i needed speed and went with three armor (two light Black armor and Brushwood very heavy leg armor) pieces to survive properly in New Game+ and Black Phantoms.

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Saaking5332d ago

PS3 keeps getting more and more high rated exclusives. What has the 360 had this year? Other than Gaylo and Flopza what else is there?

STICKzophrenic5331d ago

Why not just be happy with the games you get, and ignore what the "other side" is getting and playing?

NecrumSlavery5331d ago

twitter and facebook pages...lol...and um? Well most of their exclusives are multiplatform now. so um? huh? a netflix update? oh wait. there is the....oh no...hmmm? *scratches head*....

THE MAX SPEED 215332d ago

PS3 exclusives from 2007+++ are all AAA.

great console.

knightcrisis5332d ago

But, from what I heard Cross Edge isn't AAA.

Chris3995332d ago

It's coming to the 360 as Cross Edge: Dash.

Exclusives > multi-plats, 90% of the time. (Too Human, Ninja Blade, Lair and Haze were irregularities in the formula :) )

knightcrisis5331d ago

Thanks for clearing that up. Bubbles for you. =]

Defectiv3_Detectiv35332d ago

Every review I've read about this game has given it an enthusiastic thumbs up. In fact, I haven't read a negative review of it so far. It makes me wonder, will the games high learning curve keep it from getting GOTY or even RPG-GOTY awards consideration?

I think there should be more buzz for this game than there is. One thing is for sure, new playstation owners/PS Slim customers are going to be pleasantly surprised when they discover this game - its got SLEEPER HIT written all over it.

RealityCheck5332d ago

While by all accounts it's a great game, I think historically GOTY go to games that are more accessible. Without an easy mode to make it accessible to all, a game like this is bound to frustrate some percentage of players, enough to make it loose a GOTY vote.

I have it pre-ordered, I just don't expect it to win a popular GOTY vote.

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The best PS5 exclusives 2024

With so many PS5 exclusives to choose from, it can be a little overwhelming to pick which one to play. This is especially true for a new PlayStation gamer who has yet to experience the wonder of PlayStation-exclusive storytelling. So, here's KnowTechie's take on the best PS5 exclusives in 2024 and beyond

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Hereandthere4d ago

PlayStation is killing it with the exclusives this year. Exclusive wise, what has xbox released this year?

VersusDMC4d ago

They won't complain about Microsoft not releasing games here but put all their effort into saying that only first party counts. Games like Rebirth and Grandblue Relink don't count. Games published by Sony like Helldivers 2, Stellar Blade and Rise of the Ronin don't count because Sony don't own the studios.

It's some narrative building so for when Hellblade 2 come out they can say, seemingly without shame, that Microsoft is actually releasing first party games this year. And claim victory.🙃

Chevalier4d ago

Weird 1st party games didn't matter when Xbox had so little, but, now they're important again? Guess Ark 3, Stalker 2 don't count any more?

KyRo4d ago (Edited 4d ago )

ARK 3 doesn't exist and it's just a timed exclusive. It's also a game that a majority of the ARK player base doesn't want as it's a massive deviation from what people like about the original game

Abnor_Mal4d ago (Edited 4d ago )

Honestly to me it doesn’t matter what they say, they are just finally getting a chance to say all the things PS fan(boy)s were saying to them for the past few years. Let them get that, they deserve a “win” for a change.

The new narrative is that suddenly first party games matter again when awhile ago they didn’t, but that was because they were struggling with the same three games with the occasional fourth or fifth. That games should be everywhere on all platforms since that’s whats happening to theirs. The consoles don’t matter just the ability to play anywhere. Whatever Xbox is doing Sony will soon follow.

They’re not moving the goalpost anymore, but rather just moving the whole damn stadium.

jwillj2k44d ago

Only a incel would care about who published what and who owns who.

If it’s not on the other consoles it’s an exclusive.

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Cacabunga4d ago

Killing what? Where are the 1st party games??
Stellar Blade and FF7 is what I’m seeing this year.. so shallow!!!!

andy854d ago

Doesn't really matter as long as they're great games. Baffles me why people put an emphasis on 1st party. They're still games you can't play anywhere else this year

Cacabunga4d ago

Andy

PS brand is my favorite because of their stellar first party software.. currently I see absolutely nothing to go crazy for..

CS73d ago

Nonsense.

PS1 and PS2 was built on great third party exclusives like FF, MGS, GTA & Tekken.

RonnySins4d ago (Edited 4d ago )

Killing it my a$$! The 1st party is still MIA and no... Remakes and remasters don't count.

andy854d ago

I mean they literally do count. Imagine saying FF7 Rebirth doesn't count 😂

Tody_ZA4d ago (Edited 4d ago )

@Andy85 Don't forget the remakes for Demon's Souls and Shadow of the Colossus, two of the best PlayStation games around!

And beyond PlayStation, what about Resident Evil 2 and 4? RonnySins wins the award for dumbest opinion!

raWfodog4d ago

Of course I love the games I’ve played from PS but I don’t believe we need to limit it to ‘exclusive’ to acknowledge that Xbox will be releasing some good games this year also. In that same vein, I believe that Xbox diehards shouldn’t limit their acknowledgment of good PS games to 1st party. There are plenty of good games to go around for everybody.

Tacoboto4d ago

This is a Playstation article about Playstation games and your comment is about Xbox. Can't you just celebrate what PS has without dragging this into console war BS?

ChasterMies4d ago

I don’t think Microsoft is releasing games exclusively on Xbox anymore. They have some timed exclusives that release on Xbox first.

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Abear214d ago (Edited 4d ago )

Returnal, Astro Bot, and Ratchet made having it since day one worth it.

GT7 free updates and Spiderman 2 and others at 60fps have made this last year more than okay.

But yeah, it’s been dry lately. BG3 and third party have made great filler, but we ready for that SOCOM or Killzone announcement and some more 1st party goodness. Crossing fingers for Ghost of Tsushima 2 announcement this summer.

Didn’t know Helldivers was exclusive! Wtf is going on at Xbox that they can’t get these games, series s strikes again.

SonyStyled4d ago (Edited 4d ago )

Sony owns the Helldivers IP. The first was a PS3/Vita/PC game. It was never an Xbox game that they could ‘get’ a decade ago. I’m not sure what the upset is with Xbox here

CS73d ago

Lol, how do you ignore Rebirth one of the best games ever made?

anast4d ago

Looks like they are on par with the previous gens. Solid games all around. Interestingly enough, we can't say they released a bad game yet this gen. Unlike the Quiet Man dustup.

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DefenderOfDoom24d ago

I actually do not mind if Marathon releases on multiple platforms . I just wish that Marathon has a dedicated single player campaign.

DaniMacYo4d ago

Helldivers 2 is exactly what gaming needed. I’m loving it.

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10 Hardest PS3 Games of All Time

You might not be able to believe this, but Dark Souls is a pretty tricky game on the PlayStation 3.

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The 7 Best Co-op Games on PS5

There's no better way to enjoy your PS5 than with friends, so here's our picks of the best co-op games on the console.

Cacabunga97d ago

For coop, get a used switch instead

jznrpg97d ago

I own a Switch and have never played co-op on it. I do play Elden Ring , Demons Souls and some other co/op games with my friends on PS5. Baldurs Gate 3 is the next game I’ll play co-op. Can’t do that on a Switch

Cacabunga97d ago

I was thinking for couch casual immediate fun.. not online coop games that require some adaptation.