9/10
THE GOOD
Agile, precise combat makes even the most difficult encounters fun Fantastic artistry with a clear and inviting visual arc Surreal religion-themed story goes big--very big Lithe, energetic boss battles featuring phenomenal creatures Interconnected world makes every discovery a wonder
THE BADLong load times Disappointing chalice dungeons
Gameinformer (Daniel Tack)
9.75/10
Concept: Hunt through the night in the cursed city of Yharnam in search of a cure
Graphics: Beautiful backdrops and environments bring the horror to life
Sound: Groans, shrieks, and the sound of bells punctuate the journey. The amazing soundtrack highlights everything from the serene and peaceful to adrenaline-fueled boss battles
Playability: You get some instruction at the beginning, but players learn new things the whole way through. A difficult and demanding single-player experience with multiplayer components that can provide solace for those who seek it
Entertainment: An unsettling, Lovecraftian adventure through nightmares that constantly tests and enthralls the player. Just when you think you have things figured out, new elements come into play
Replay: High
Destructoid (Chris Carter)
9/10
Bloodborne is an interesting mix of everything From Software has learned throughout its storied developmental career. Not everything will gel with fans old and new, but for the most part, the shift towards a combat-oriented game is a net positive. From Software is still one of the only developers left that makes you work for your satisfaction, and Bloodborne is damn satisfying.
Superb: A hallmark of excellence. There may be flaws, but they are negligible and won't cause massive damage to what is a supreme title.
Jimquisition (Jim Sterling)
10/10
Bloodborne is something truly special – a barbaric horror RPG that will giveth and taketh away in perfect measure, wrapped up in a perverse world that will refuse to let you go.
EGM (Josh Harmon)
9.5/10
The Good: A new take on From Software’s Souls formula that’s quicker and less obtuse without sacrificing the punishing difficulty.
The Bad: Chalice Dungeons, while mildly entertaining, are a shadow of what they might have been.
The Ugly: The Blood-Starved Beast, who reminds me of a girl I once dated. You’ll understand.
The Escapist(Mitchell Saltzman)
4.5/5
Bottom Line: While the load times are a pretty big bummer, it doesn't change the fact that Bloodborne's combat is sublime, its challenge is second to none, and its world is unforgettable.
Recommendation: Bloodborne, like the rest of the Souls games, isn't going to be for everyone. But, if you're the patient sort and are willing to put in the time and effort to get good at Bloodborne's complex and punishing combat, you'll find Bloodborne nearly impossible to put down.
I've been playing it for hours now (and like 6 bosses in) and the loadings were never at any point 'annoying'
By psychintellectI totally underestimated Bloodborne. Wasn't expecting these glowing reviews.
Why not?
All Dark Souls games have reviewed extremely well. Even Dark Souls 2 which everyone seemed to turn on after release
After these last few remasters hit, it's only uphill from here...
By jWILL253And here's the first "great" title of this young generation.You missed Dragon Age?
After these last few remasters hit, it's only uphill from here...
By DY_nastyBy jWILL253And here's the first "great" title of this young generation.You missed Dragon Age?
After these last few remasters hit, it's only uphill from here...
I meant in terms of exclusives, maine.
By jWILL253By DY_nastyBy jWILL253And here's the first "great" title of this young generation.You missed Dragon Age?
After these last few remasters hit, it's only uphill from here...
I meant in terms of exclusives, maine.
By shidoshi...yes and I work there. *sheepish look*
That's nice. The Arkham Knight ads appearing on your site need updating.
By The_Hitcher89 Go To Post Damn
PS4's first legit great game, probably
Resogun says Hi
The Show says Hey batter batter
Then Helldivers says F you private
Need to get back to Helldivers. Resogun isn't for me. I'd banter the shit out of baseball if I wasn't a guest on the forum :P
By jWILL253 Go To Post
I meant in terms of exclusives, maine.
For PS4? I don't know, Second Son delivered.
Xbone? Ori and the Blind Forest, D4, Sunset Overdrive delivered.
By jWILL253 Go To Post And here's the first "great" exclusive title of this young generation.
Wii U tho
By jWILL253 Go To Post
I meant in terms of exclusives, maine.
WiiU breh.
By RBK
People still care about Nintendo?
if you care about good games you should. they carried this gen so far.
By Silky Go To Post
For PS4? I don't know, Second Son delivered.
Xbone? Ori and the Blind Forest, D4, Sunset Overdrive delivered.
Don't forget Forza Horizon 2, wish I didn't sell my copy now.
By Diprosalic Go To Post
WiiU breh.
By RBK
People still care about Nintendo?
if you care about good games you should. they carried this gen so far.
I mean good games exist on all 3 consoles...Nintendo is just pure nostalgia for me.
Haven't even seen a Wii U in person, so I can't give a honest opinion.
Well, I got it. My boys have been playing it for days and sold me by posting vids on facebook. So I had to get it.
Should I get a PS4 for this? IDK. I've yet to even beat the amazing port that is Dark Souls 2 on pc.
By jWILL253 Go To Post"WiiU carried the gen."
How they carry the gen when nobody bought the shit?
Facts.
By RBK Go To PostFacts.
Who cares how many people bought it? It has 5-10 legitimately great exclusives.
You're missing out if you don't have one.
By KingGondo Go To Post
Who cares how many people bought it? It has 5-10 legitimately great exclusives.
You're missing out if you don't have one.
Not really.
Unless the U is "so much better", my time from owning a Wii is enough to tell me I don't care for Nintendo IPs anymore.
By RBK Go To PostNot really.
Unless the U is "so much better", my time from owning a Wii is enough to tell me I don't care for Nintendo IPs anymore.
If you categorically don't like platformers, Mario Kart, or Smash then I guess you aren't missing out. My apologies good sir.
Just like I'm not missing out by not owning an Xbox One because I couldn't care less about Halo, Gears of War or Forza.
Platformers are cool, but there's nothing in MK8 or Smash I've haven't seen before on Wii/GC/N64/GBA/DS/etc.
With that said, want to own a PS4 by September for the Phantom Pain launch. Konami/Kojima should follow through with that PS4 bundle in the states.
By Retro Go To PostNot to mini mod, but can yall leave that console war garbage over on neogaf?
Console wars. Pre-orders. Review scores. It's like I never left.
By flabberghastly Go To PostConsole wars. Pre-orders. Review scores. It's like I never left.
I don't care about console wars. I was referring to RBK's insinuation that the Wii U isn't any good (or doesn't have good games) because it hasn't sold well.
By RBK Go To PostPlatformers are cool, but there's nothing in MK8 or Smash I've haven't seen before on Wii/GC/N64/GBA/DS/etc.
With that said, want to own a PS4 by September for the Phantom Pain launch. Konami/Kojima should follow through with that PS4 bundle in the states.
If you like platformers you owe it to yourself to play Mario 3D World and the new Donkey Kong.
MK8 is phenomenal as well, and like you I was growing tired of the MK formula. It's a blast.
By Retro Go To PostNot to mini mod, but can yall leave that console war garbage over on neogaf?
well to really mod... yeah let's not beef in a reveiw thread ok?
About as good a time as any to finally finish this game.
New "Covenant" -- The Federation
This is the covenant of the hunters that share the objective of the "Federation". You can meet Charles, leader of the Federation, and join the Federation by talking to him when available.
The Federation will be available in the hut next to the first shortcut in the Forbidden Forest, next to the first lamp.
You will receive an item after each successful multiplayer session -- an "insect". Your ranking within the Federation is determined by how many insects you have crushed.
Additional NPC Co-op Partners
It will be possible summon NPC phantoms of Federation members in several areas.
Old Hunter NPCs will now be available to for summon in both the Chalice Dungeons and the base game. After you meet certain criteria, you will be able to purchase the "Ancient Summoning Bell" in the Hunter's Dream. Using this item will consume insight and will allow you to summon the phantoms of certain Old Hunters throughout the game. It should be noted that you can only have a maximum of two summoned NPC phantoms at one time. Summoning a real player will reduce that amount to one and so on.
Changes in the Chalice Dungeons
Non-root Chalice Dungeons will now have have a standardized glyph that will open the way for far more co-op and pvp opportunities. You should now be able to connect to players exploring the non-root/story dungeons without needing to meet with them via their unique glyph. However, you will still be able to create these non-root dungeons with a "unique" glyph if you wish to not participate in random co-op and PvP.
Changes in Co-op Partner Illusions
If you are the player using a summoning bell, you will now have the option to see phantoms or ghosts of other players also searching for co-op or multiplayer.
Plays who are searching for co-op or multiplayer will now display ripples on their phantom, indicating that players in the area are searching for each other. Please note that you can only see the ripples on phantoms that are within summoning range of your character.
We have also implemented some other changes and improved the matchmaking to some degree.
Thank you.
