Dark Souls Remastered

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  • Summary: Re-experience the critically acclaimed, genre-defining game that started it all. Beautifully remastered, return to Lordran in stunning detail. DARK SOULS: REMASTERED includes the main game plus the Artorias of the Abyss DLC.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 51
  3. Negative: 0 out of 51
  1. Vooks
    Nov 6, 2018
    100
    If you’re someone who finds reward in developing deep mechanical understanding in games and is willing to die, a lot, in a bleak and uncaring world in pursuit of this understanding, Dark Souls Remastered could be a new favourite.
  2. We Got This Covered
    Oct 18, 2018
    90
    Dark Souls on Switch was another chance for me to fall in love with the world of Lordran once more. It's an experience that's a perfect fit on a handheld, and it's one of the most compelling apps Nintendo's burgeoning platform currently has to offer.
  3. Switch Player
    Oct 31, 2018
    90
    Dark Souls: Remastered is the improved version of one of the most influential and unforgettable games ever made. It delivers a mysterious and expansive world to be explored, which will reward with many wonders those who brave enough to face its dangers.
  4. GameSpot
    Oct 19, 2018
    80
    While Dark Souls Remastered on Switch possesses some odd quirks and isn't as technically impressive as its current-gen counterparts, it still retains the heart of what the original game is all about.
  5. The Digital Fix
    Oct 29, 2018
    80
    A well aged fantasy/horror action RPG, that even those who have never played before should definitely give a chance. Don't be scared off by the stories of how difficult it is. (Though also know, those stories are true.)
  6. COGconnected
    Oct 19, 2018
    78
    Seven years out from its first release, people already know what Dark Souls is all about and probably know whether that type of brutal gameplay is for them. Love it or hate it, it is what it is. The Switch version doesn’t change that experience. It does run extremely well on the system, and it looks pretty darn good. The failure to adhere to Nintendo button conventions isn’t exactly exclusive to Dark Souls: Remastered either, but it doesn’t make it any less of an annoyance. Other than that, there isn’t much else going wrong.
  7. CD-Action
    Nov 14, 2019
    50
    It’s another edition of the same old thing. One that has nothing to offer apart from what should be offered in the least – and still doesn’t accomplish it well enough to be worthy of any praise. [13/2018, p.76]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 47
  3. Negative: 5 out of 47
  1. evildoomfoot
    Oct 19, 2018
    10
    this is hands down one of my favorite games ever, and now i can play it on the go with better performance than the original! if your a soulsthis is hands down one of my favorite games ever, and now i can play it on the go with better performance than the original! if your a souls fan and own an switch, this is a must have. this is one of those games that sucks you into its world and haunts you for days after playing. from the world building to the unforgiving but fair game play, Dark Souls is what gaming is all about.… Expand
  2. jiorl
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    One of my favourite games and series'of all time. The switch really made this game feel a lot more. intimate and personal through it'sOne of my favourite games and series'of all time. The switch really made this game feel a lot more. intimate and personal through it's handheld capabilities. The game ran smoothly most of the time, and framerate drops were hardly noticable. A very underrated way to play the game. Not as graphically capable as the ps4, but looks good nonetheless.… Expand
  4. VSiDV177
    Nov 2, 2018
    10
    I never liked Soul's games despite that tried It several times. But this port changed my attitude completely. And now I love this game.I never liked Soul's games despite that tried It several times. But this port changed my attitude completely. And now I love this game. Quality of port is very high and deliver the best portable souls experience.… Expand
  5. Jtrapdoor1
    Oct 25, 2018
    9
    This version is just as enjoyable as the original Dark Souls and I feel that is a success. It handles well and gives me PTSD just thinking about it
  6. DukeJon
    Jan 9, 2019
    9
    First time I've played this game, and what a great game it is. If you don't mind the fact that it's basically a ported xbox 360 version thenFirst time I've played this game, and what a great game it is. If you don't mind the fact that it's basically a ported xbox 360 version then dive in and experience what is one of the best playing experiences I've ever had. Although the graphics and effects are somewhat dated, and the audio is nothing to get excited about, the gameplay really shines as brightly as it did when the game was first released back in 2011. It still looks great, both docked and handheld, and there is virtually no lag (yes, even in Blighttown!). The real unique selling point which in my mind makes this the best version is the portability of the switch. It's great to play on your daily commute before returning to docked mode in the evening. Why on earth would you want to be tethered to the console sat under the tv in your living room when you play this great game anywhere? An essential purchase for your switch.… Expand
  7. greengrapejelly
    Apr 16, 2019
    8
    This game, despite its game-play quirks, is very addicting for a 3D adventure/horror game. If you like that genre of game and like the visualsThis game, despite its game-play quirks, is very addicting for a 3D adventure/horror game. If you like that genre of game and like the visuals here, then I would certainly pick up the remastering of Dark Souls.… Expand
  8. koolikoo
    Feb 21, 2019
    1
    Great game, but had to uninstall because the A = back and B = accept gave me a mental breakdown

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