Demon’s Souls

Demon’s Souls is the cult classic that kicked off FromSoftware’s legendary Souls series and defined the ruthlessly challenging “soulslike” genre. Originally released for PS3 in 2009, it was resurrected in 2020 with a stunning remake for PS5 from the masters at Bluepoint Games.

Set in the bleak fantasy kingdom of Boletaria, you play as an undead warrior tasked with slaying the demons that have brought the land to ruin. Combat is unforgiving, demanding patience, precision, and a keen study of enemy patterns and movesets. One missed dodge or mistimed attack can lead to a swift and brutal death.

But that ever-present threat of failure is what makes conquering Demon’s Souls’ devilish challenges so immensely rewarding. Every slain boss, from the towering False King Allant to the grotesque Old Monk, delivers an unmatched rush of hard-earned triumph.

The remake retains the original’s brilliant level structure, splitting the interconnected world into five distinct realms, each with its own unique terrors to overcome. Venture into the plague-ridden Valley of Defilement, brave the mind-bending illusions of the Ritual Path, and more – if you dare.

With its staggering array of weapons, spells, and character builds to master, Demon’s Souls is the purest celebration of FromSoft’s notoriously masochistic design philosophy. Prepare to die, over and over again.