ELDEN RING

ELDEN RING

ELDEN RING

Martin, who provided material for the game's setting. It was released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S on February 25, 2022. Elden Ring received critical acclaim and is among the highest-reviewed games of all time.

Gameplay

The player starts the game with a linear opening that eventually progresses to freely explore the Lands Between, including its six main areas, as well as castles, fortresses, and catacombs scattered throughout the open world map. These main areas are interconnected through a central hub that players can access later in the game's progression—similar to Firelink Shrine from Dark Souls—and are explorable using the character's mount as the main mode of transport, although a fast travel system is available. Throughout the game, players encounter non-player characters (NPCs) and enemies alike, including the demigods who rule each main area and serves as the game's main bosses. The game is an action RPG set in a third-person perspective that focuses on combat and exploration. The game's world is a large open world with six main areas that are interconnected through a central hub. The player starts with a linear opening but will eventually progress to freely explore the world, including its six main areas, as well as castles, fortresses, and catacombs scattered throughout the world map.

Graphics

The game features a vibrant environment, with a day-night cycle and dynamic weather system. The player can also interact with NPCs, with dialogue options and different outcomes depending on player choices. The game features a two-dimensional user interface and an art style that is notably similar to that of the Souls series. The game world is rendered in 3D, but the player's character is represented with sprites.

Information about replayability

The game features a New Game+ mode, as well as an online mode, where players can fight NPCs from other players' games and engage in PvP. Elden Ring has an extensive item and crafting system, which will allow you to alter your character's abilities and equipment loadout to suit your preferences and to match the challenges you face.

Conclusion

Although there are many disadvantages to this game, it is still worth the play. The game is short but it has a captivating story, interesting characters, and fluid gameplay. Elden Ring is an action role-playing video game that is developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game was made in collaboration with George R. R. Martin, who provided material for the game's setting. This game was released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S on February 25, 2022.

Pros

  • Detailed and immersive story
  • Good pacing
  • Unique and challenging bosses
  • Variety of activities and quests
  • Interesting NPCs

Cons

  • Story isn't as interesting as other FromSoftware games
  • Some quests are too difficult
  • Low replayability
  • Lack of variety in the game's NPCs
  • The game might not be suitable for players who prefer a more fast-paced gameplay
Gameplay
9/10
Graphics
8/10
Lasting Appeal
8/10
Controls
10/10