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: 142 out of 236
  2. Mixed: 55 out of 236
  3. Negative: 39 out of 236
  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. Gabitoxico
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. JUEGAZO. Realmente me encantó el juego. FASCINANTE LA AMBIENTACIÓN Y LA JUGABILIDAD… Expand
  4. Turbodowg
    Jul 24, 2016
    9
    I originally rated this game a 3 because it was broken and after playing BB it felt like a step back. They have since fixed the 'weapon brake'I originally rated this game a 3 because it was broken and after playing BB it felt like a step back. They have since fixed the 'weapon brake' issue/bug and I decided to buy it again in a PSN sale. And finally I have got to enjoy the game it was supposed to be played and it is fantastic. Not my favorite in the Souls/BB series but still highly enjoyable, addictive and challenging.

    I'm really glad they patched the game and I can now enjoy it properly. I'm having a lot of fun with the game. Some great locations, beasts and bosses. Another success in the DS series.    … Expand
  5. CFMCritic
    May 15, 2021
    8
    While this version carries some of the problems from the original Dark Souls II, it's the definitive way to experience the criticallyWhile this version carries some of the problems from the original Dark Souls II, it's the definitive way to experience the critically Acclaimed sequel to Dark Souls. SOTFS still suffers from the unbalanced difficulty of the original, bad level design and useless boss fights.… Expand
  6. kekseD
    Mar 13, 2020
    7
    Главные минусы игры это дебильные хитбоксы и скорость игры, она очень медленная
  7. LeonKn
    May 26, 2021
    6
    This game is okay but nothing like the groundbreaking first entry. One of the things I liked the most in DS1 was the architecture and worldThis game is okay but nothing like the groundbreaking first entry. One of the things I liked the most in DS1 was the architecture and world building. Everything was connected and it felt really good exploring and finding shortcuts back to areas you had been before. The world building in Dark Souls 2 is a complete mess.. Nothing makes sense, in one area you even take an elevator a long way down from sea level and end up at another shore at sea level. World building aside, the gameplay and levelling system is fun and challenging as expected in a souls game, but the bosses are a lot easier than ds1 and very forgettable, there is also way too many of them in my opinion. They chose quantity over quality with the bosses in this game and that's a shame.
    I think overall they should have made this game shorter. Don't let this be your first souls game but if you're already a fan of the series you should check it out and you will probably enjoy it for what it is.    … 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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