Dark Souls III - PS4

The console game Dark Souls III transports you to a vast and melancholic world of dark fantasy. This physical edition is designed for PlayStation 4, but you can also play it on a PlayStation 5 console with a disc drive. The title belongs to the action RPG genre, where success depends on your attentiveness, skill, and tactical approach to combat. Prepare for relentless trials in the form of grotesque monsters and legendary bosses, where every step forward is a reward.

A Complex World That Rewards Attentiveness

Dark Souls III is set in a meticulously crafted world, where the difficulty arises not just from the strength of the enemies, but primarily from its complexity. If you proceed with caution, pay attention to environmental cues, and keep your shield at the ready, you can traverse a large part of the game without a single death. Each location has its own unique theme, which is reflected in the enemies and their tactics. The world is full of traps, from camouflaged pits to enemies lurking in hidden corners, which rewards attentive and perceptive players.

Refined Mechanics and New Combat Options

The developers have improved the game mechanics and streamlined the stats system. In addition to health and stamina bars, you now also manage Focus, which functions as mana for spells and special attacks. These special weapon and shield skills are one of the main new features, adding another layer of tactical depth to combat. Although they are not essential for completing the game, using them can be as useful as it is visually impressive.

Atmospheric Presentation and Detailed Environments

The game's audiovisual presentation delivers more detailed and expansive environments than previous instalments in the series. The title runs on the same engine as Bloodborne, so you can look forward to impressive horizons, larger hordes of enemies, and realistic lighting effects. The darkness is often so dense that it will force you to swap your shield for a torch. On PlayStation 4 consoles, the game runs at 30 frames per second.