Community writer Rachel Jagielski: I was recently filling out a job application, slowly plodding through one of the personality tests so in vogue with big corporations, carefully reading each question. I have a tendency to agonize over these things, afraid I’ll somehow misrepresent myself. Then I reached this question:
“Do you make detailed plans before beginning an activity?”
Shortly before starting the application, I had been discussing my meticulous plan to grind my way towards better weapons in Demon’s Souls. I felt no hesitation when I clicked “Highly Accurate.”
Soulsborne games are infamously difficult. But why has that difficulty been the secret sauce to success for many of these titles in the genre?
Rewarded effort feels good.
Starting out bad at something and getting better with practice makes accomplishments meaningful.
Getting through these games feels like a journey of self improvement, lol.
You only have yourself to blame if things go poorly, but in a similar way overcoming challenge is similarly a function of your own growth.
I think because the games are fair. Gamers can tell that it’s due to their own abilities and not some BS.
I've always loved the sense of adventure and wonder in these games. There's no hand holding, there are surprises and traps everywhere and you have to figure out what some items do. Beating a heide knight was like an accomplishment for me the first time and it felt good to earn that sword he dropped. I've spent hundreds of hours in souls games ever since Kings Field on PS1. The lore is incredible and it makes you think about the history of the world you're in. I can't wait for Shadow of the Erdtree.
It's the recipe of fair difficulty, presentation, boss battles and lore that attract me to these games. The From Souls games have always had a nebulous quality to them that I find fascinating. Demystifying them is a big part of the fun.
I think its the atmosphere and gameplay. Each of these games unique ways to play and unique settings/atmospheres that are in a league of its own.
The first look at gameplay from Demon Souls was shown off at the PlayStation 5 showcase a few days ago. Here's why we are excited for it.
Because it's a full blown next-gen from the ground up remake of one of the best games ever made, what more could anybody want?
This. It has legendary status among gamers for a reason. Technology has come a long way since, and we now get to combine the two!
Newcomers in particular are in for a real treat!
Having finished it back at release on PS3 (I even imported it from the US as it didn't release in Australia initially), I am excited to play again but hope it has some significant changes, fresh content, updated mechanics as it does show its age being the original souls game.
I wonder if we’ll finally be able to access the broken arch stone? Surprise new level?
When I first ordered it 12 years back I didnt like it, when I really got into it, I loved it and didn't get up until I got the platinum trophy for it.
Flame lurker still haunts me sometimes. And that crystal lizard farming with 1 in a mil drop rate.
Cant wait to do it all again with no load times, next get graphics and higher fps.
Agreed. The 6th area they never released in Retail would be nice.
Few more bonfires on select runs would also be nice, as dying was worse than the boss.
My prediction is they will make some fixes, but it will be controversial with fanboys bitching and whining about how it "ruined the game".
I pre-ordered the game so far for $830. Comes with a PS5 ;)
To Stevej336:
Canadian Prices. $630 for the PS5 plus tax.
My PS5 cost me $705. Then another $90 for the game pre-order.
I should have said $795, not $830.
Everything about Demons Souls screams next gen - something that cant be said for many supposed next gen titles. Souls games now have a cult following and DS is the one many haven't played. This is going to be HUGE for Sony and PS5. The marketing should be hitting overdrive around this game.
It's the only reason why I'm buying the PS5 at launch. Cannot wait to play this game.
The 'fear of missing out' is a natural trait of us social creatures. Of course, most of us naturally manage our FOMO because we have no choice. We can't play everything.
The FOMO kicks in pretty much every time a new game gets released. Somehow I’ve managed to resist buying RE3 and Doom Eternal though. It’s Desperados 3 that’s calling me right now though.
addiction to demon souls can prevent you from sleeping and trouble your work
Very good article. Every month or so I'll go for another play through just for the challenge. I really hope we get another one, or something like it. Its definitely in my top 10 games of all time
Putting up with a douche boss is definitely easier than the first run through of Demon Souls.
It's true, "Don't die" is a skill that most employers value.
i'm sure it is...