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I guess I'll just go to work.
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Dark Souls III |OT| Thy path has been tested, now fight unkindled ash
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Oh that's a bummer, I had planned to take off Monday
I guess I'll just go to work.
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MeisaMcCaffrey
Yes, the game has an amazing OST. The main menu music in particular always pumps me up.
The world really feels great to explore, the levels are big and pretty!
mrmickfran
Member
Jesus Christ at that Prestige edition.
Bartholomuse
Member
Hey guys, I have a question for people who have the game early;
So, people on reddit / elsewhere have said that "magic" as a whole is not as effective as it used to be, partially due to it taking a lot more stat investment to git gud and partially due to casting times being too slow to keep up with the increased combat speed.
But a lot of the criticism I see seems to be leveled at Sorcery in particular. What I want to know is how are miracles effected. I'm not on about lightning bro spam, I'm on about healing miracles. I loved healing people as a Sunbro in DS2 so the state of miracles at present is going to massively influence my build choice for both solo PVE and co-op.
Any advice is appreciated.
So, people on reddit / elsewhere have said that "magic" as a whole is not as effective as it used to be, partially due to it taking a lot more stat investment to git gud and partially due to casting times being too slow to keep up with the increased combat speed.
But a lot of the criticism I see seems to be leveled at Sorcery in particular. What I want to know is how are miracles effected. I'm not on about lightning bro spam, I'm on about healing miracles. I loved healing people as a Sunbro in DS2 so the state of miracles at present is going to massively influence my build choice for both solo PVE and co-op.
Any advice is appreciated.
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
Added to the OP, thanks!
Audioboxer
Member
Luck if life. My first proper character going dex/Luck. Bleeeeeed.
Primethius
Banned
The game unlocks at 6 PM EST?
Shit, I might just go digital then.
Shit, I might just go digital then.
Newtype-001
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Novum_Veritas
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Oh that's a bummer, I had planned to take off Monday
I guess I'll just go to work.
Yeah they stick to the 12th April release date, depends on your time zone if you get it the 11th or the 12th though.
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
Yep, especially since they went all-in with the nostalgia factor in this game.
Sanctuary
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Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
Something I realized with the JP releaae was that I'm officially "pro" at playing Souls in a foreign language. If any future Souls game gets released in JP before any other region, I'll buy the game to get it early asap.
Sanctuary
Member
Pretty much everyone who's very familiar with the games could do it.
Yep, everyone can play at the same time
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
But that's not what people were saying pre-JP launch. And I'm not even talking about comprehending the lore, but rather people saying that they would run in circles and not know what to do. That never really happened :lol
The perfect Dark
Banned
Lol, I don't believe gaf anymore when it comes to Dark Souls. Dark Souls 2 was the second coming of christ at first. Bloodborne is still the best game ever here, lol. Both games are huge disappointments imo.
I'm currently replaying Dark Souls 1 and I won't believe that Dark Souls 3 is the better game (already played it a few hours). The level design (not interconnected) already makes it worse
Darryl M R
Member
I'm planning a quality build with a focus on the bleeding projectile to lure people inside an attack range. Any tips from people that have the game?
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
DkS3 isn't in "at first" stage though. This game is unbelievably good, that won't ever change.
ViewtifulJC
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Palette Swap
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Yeah, I was thinking more of a fighter type that could use buffs on the side and the occasional projectile magic, so I guess I'll go this route.
I'll try a pure caster the day they fix it but I like experiencing my Souls game as mostly melee games on my first try.
Nocturnowl
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Had my UK copy arrive yesterday, think I'm going to end up liking this more than DS2 from the time I've put in so far (over 6 hours I think?).
Haven't played too many games as of late so being drawn into another Souls game for extended periods is kinda appreciated.
Last area I went through was so densely designed it took me a good 30 minutes just finding the actual route to progress,
Haven't played too many games as of late so being drawn into another Souls game for extended periods is kinda appreciated.
Last area I went through was so densely designed it took me a good 30 minutes just finding the actual route to progress,
this being Cathedral of the Deep, spent a fair amount of times wandering the grounds before finding the right path, great area!
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
DkS3, unlike every other DkS-game, actually picks up IMMENSELY during the last 30-40%. Not saying the start-mid parts of the game is bad; it's really, really good but near the end it becomes EVEN BETTER THAN DEMON'S SOULS. Yeah, that's right - I just said that.
The perfect Dark
Banned
Lmao? Look at all the lmaos in the first Dark Souls 2 thread, lmao
You are the Yoshichan who puts Dark Souls 2 in first place
I don't believe it !!!
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
This won't be the case with this game.Lmao? Look at all the lmaos in the first Dark Souls 2 thread, lmao
Also, DkS2 is generally thought of as an absolutely amazing game. Very few people (I'm thinking %-wise), actually have such harsh feelings towards this game.
Abstrusity
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My arm, even after surgery, is doing well enough that I will be able to play this. If I needed an excuse, I'd call it physical therapy :^)
Yeah well... When I saw what the next area was, my reaction was basically like:
"Oh boy. A poisoned swamp area. Of course there's a poisoned swamp area."
Don't think I'm going to have a great time there lol.
Bl@de
Member
So close....
Well I've seen a couple of promo pictures and a trailer 2 months ago ... That's it. I have been dodging spoilers like Neo.
Well I've seen a couple of promo pictures and a trailer 2 months ago ... That's it. I have been dodging spoilers like Neo.
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
I'm not even sure what you're trying to say here... that my opinions regarding this series is invalid because of my liking towards DkS2?You are the Yoshichan who puts Dark Souls 2 in first place
I don't believe it !!!
I never thought DS2 was a decent Souls game. DS3 is the true DS1 sequel To me.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
Lmao? Look at all the lmaos in the first Dark Souls 2 thread, lmao
Im sorry, the whole "its not interconnected therefore its inferior!!!11" its just...the dumbest Dark Souls preference, IMO. Because DS3 didn't bother with a bunch of tedious, transparent, "connecting" areas that aren't inherently interesting means the level design is worse. No one talks about the enemy design/placement, the sound design, the art direction, the loot, the NPCs, the unique scenarios, the bonfire placements, the exploration, the boss fights/music...nope, doesn't matter. The game with Lost Izalith, Demon Ruins, Tomb of the Giants, and the Crystal Cave has better level design because you can walk to Firelink Shrine
ok
The perfect Dark
Banned
Sarcasm
but yeah, lol
Exactly.
And I don't think that Dark Souls 1 had a bad second half. It was amazing from start to finish and the level design was one of the most important things.
Let's talk about bonfires and exploration. Like in Dark Souls 2 (and unlike Dark Souls 1) you have way too many bonfires now ...(or shorter ways between them). Exploration is key in dark Souls and that's why Dark Souls 1 is also the best soulsborne game...interconnected world makes a fantastic experience. It's easier to miss things and hidden paths/areas. Now you have a linear path...that's why Dark Souls 2, Bloodborne aren't that replayable imo. Dark Souls 3 level design looks similar.
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
welp thenSarcasm
but yeah, lol
dryuriev7777
Member
Now that some friends will have this game, it'll be a great co-op game. Got a few builds planned for it already like making a Zelda using a rapier and a bow, or another run as shirtless William Howard Taft with dual caestus. Perhaps do a run where I'm a blue guy named Sonic with claws and my co-op partner can be like a pink girl named Amy with a giant hammer oh man this game is the best game.
Also this is the worst game ever because nobody has yet to find a trident in the game therefore I cannot do a proper Ganondorf run what a piece of shit awful game this is I hate everything.
Also this is the worst game ever because nobody has yet to find a trident in the game therefore I cannot do a proper Ganondorf run what a piece of shit awful game this is I hate everything.
Darryl M R
Member
Also in terms of weapons I need help deciding a main one:
vs
The Dual Katanas
Which one is better?
Gotthard Twinswords
vs
The Dual Katanas
Which one is better?
fierrotlepou
Member
So, guys: what should my focus be, stats wise?
I usually played a STR/DEX character in previous games. With some VIT & END of course.
Will I fare well if I prioritize these stats again?
I usually played a STR/DEX character in previous games. With some VIT & END of course.
Will I fare well if I prioritize these stats again?
In what way was Bloodborne a huge disappointment? Hyperbole much?
That's basically what I'm doing right now and even as a Souls casual player I haven't had any serious problems (yet).
Kenzodielocke
Banned
Yoshi, you are making me even more hyped. Fuck.
Cannon Goose
Member
I'm going to start with the Herald and focus on Strength and Faith. Super excited!
theSlacker
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Subbed. Now time to wait a few days for best buy delivery since I am stupid.
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