Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin

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  • Summary: Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin includes the 3 previously released DLC packs - Crown of the Sunken King, Crown of the Old Iron King, and Crown of the ivory King - along with additional features. All versions of the game include the following features (Existing Dark Souls II ownersDark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin includes the 3 previously released DLC packs - Crown of the Sunken King, Crown of the Old Iron King, and Crown of the ivory King - along with additional features. All versions of the game include the following features (Existing Dark Souls II owners will receive a patch to implement these elements): Additional NPCs added for an enhanced story experience. Parameter adjustments for improved game balance. Augmented item descriptions. Improved online matchmaking functionality. [Bandai Namco]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. GameOver.gr
    Jun 2, 2015
    100
    The changes have made this edition slightly more difficult, but the core of the game remains true to the superb game design of the original.
  2. Gaming Age
    Apr 6, 2015
    91
    If you’re coming from the PC version of the game, Scholar of the First Sin is a bit less enticing. But if you’ve only experienced the Xbox 360 or PS3 version, Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin certainly comes off as a definitive version worth checking out.
  3. Dealspwn
    Apr 7, 2015
    90
    Dark Souls II: Scholar Of The First Sin is the definitive version of a masterpiece. Surprising for veterans yet deceptively welcoming to newcomers, this rebalanced remaster proves as deeply impressive as it is brutally compelling.
  4. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    May 20, 2015
    90
    Never played Dark Souls II? This is essential, even with Bloodborne out. [May 2015, p.92]
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  5. Hobby Consolas
    Apr 2, 2015
    88
    Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin is the perfect option for someone who's never played Dark Souls 2, or at least the 3 DLC's, but if you have already played it, the graphic improvements are not enough to make you play it again on the new consoles.
  6. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Apr 4, 2015
    85
    If you haven’t played the original or you were stopped a bit short the first time around, Scholar of the First Sin is the perfect excuse to come back and try your hand at the experience again. The new additions and visual upgrades make this the best version to play the game on.
  7. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    May 12, 2015
    60
    The “ultimate edition” adjustments could be a part of a larger patch. Dark Souls II changes dynamics and sweeps out some frustrating issues but still remains the weakest part of the series. [Issue#252]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 139 out of 233
  2. Mixed: 55 out of 233
  3. Negative: 39 out of 233
  1. OmegaTavo
    Apr 7, 2015
    10
    Amazing game. Even if you played vanilla DS2 the changes in this one will make you feel a new experience. I would love a remaster of DS1 butAmazing game. Even if you played vanilla DS2 the changes in this one will make you feel a new experience. I would love a remaster of DS1 but this one doesn't disappoint,.… Expand
  2. 323
    May 3, 2022
    10
    Ds2 played an outstanding role between 1&3, If you want to make a trilogy and don't know how to design the second one. Whether you obsessedDs2 played an outstanding role between 1&3, If you want to make a trilogy and don't know how to design the second one. Whether you obsessed with worldview shaping, map design, or combat system upgrade. Ds2 is one of the best answer.… Expand
  4. xKindred
    Apr 9, 2015
    9
    Theres something for new and old players, definitely enough content to enjoy replaying this game through a few times again. I definitely recommend it.
  5. 7t7
    May 13, 2021
    8
    İ loved this game,I think everybody can play this game.Graphics are not good but mechanics are good.
  6. rAMZA
    Apr 25, 2017
    7
    Realy boring combat just hit and roll hit and roll, ill give it a 7 because it is still a good score, could have more difficulty options and aRealy boring combat just hit and roll hit and roll, ill give it a 7 because it is still a good score, could have more difficulty options and a hc mode if character dies then its the end of it.… Expand
  7. Ange5205
    May 16, 2021
    6
    Dark Souls 2 es el ultimo en mi lista del mejor al peor Souls, el problema con este es que lo senti muchisimo mas sencillo que el 1, 3 o hastaDark Souls 2 es el ultimo en mi lista del mejor al peor Souls, el problema con este es que lo senti muchisimo mas sencillo que el 1, 3 o hasta el Demon Souls, hay muy pocos escenarios con buen detalle como lo pueden ser Majula que el fondo las estructuras y el diseño del mar se ven espectaculares, pero la mayoría del juego solo entraremos a salas donde no hay casi nada que le de vida, son salas vacias con quizas algun jarron o silla por ahi sin nada que te detenga un instante a admirar la dedicación del equipo desarrollador, sin mencionar el interconectado de niveles que es fatal, los que ya jugaron el juego sabrán perfectamente porque, hay muy pocos jefes que de verdad son desafiantes, y el tracking de los enemigos que te ven a 2km de distancia y no se detendran de perseguirte por mas que te alejes. Claro donde hay cosas malas tambien hay una que otra buena y es por eso que no le doy una nota mas baja, debido al uso de los stats como la implementación de un stat que afecte directamente tus frames de invulnerabilidad al rodar y la velocidad de tomarte un frasco de estus, que puede ser bien implementando en un próximo juego de From Software.… Expand
  8. Kakashi2
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    Ah, I really love this game. This title feels a little more like an RPG than the other souls games. This just really meshes well with what IAh, I really love this game. This title feels a little more like an RPG than the other souls games. This just really meshes well with what I like. I love dual wielding, the new game plus, and just a lot of random little things. DS2 is usually looked at like the black sheep of the souls series, to me though, it's my favorite.… Expand

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