Dark Souls III is the most action-driven entry in FromSoftware's trilogy, drawing combat speed and aggression from Bloodborne while keeping the deliberate rhythm of stamina management and methodical exploration. It moves players through a decaying gothic world of collapsing cathedrals and fire-blasted kingdoms, where indirect storytelling rewards patience. Its boss roster is the centerpiece: encounters widely held among the most cinematic and demanding the studio built before Sekiro and Elden Ring.
Critics received it as a polished, confident send-off, singling out combat, atmosphere, and difficulty. The recurring reservation, echoed by long-time players, is that its straighter path trades the first game's interconnected world for a linear march, and that it leans heavily on series callbacks rather than forging a fresh identity. For newcomers wanting the cleanest entry to the formula, and veterans chasing its hardest bosses, it delivers. Those who prized getting lost in Lordran may find it narrower.
Overall, players overwhelmingly praise Dark Souls III for its deep lore, engaging combat, and memorable boss encounters. While most reviews highlight the game's exceptional atmosphere and challenging gameplay, some criticisms arise regarding technical issues and design choices.
Based on 102 reviews from playstation, steam
Dark Souls III - strach ma wielkie oczy, czyli dlaczego Soulsy są łatwe
