ELDEN RING

ELDEN RING game image

Very Positive

Total: 758 ThousandPositive: 705 ThousandNegative: 53.3 Thousand
93%
7%
Steam review score: 8
AI Community game rating

85.71 %

ELDEN RING is placed at number 7 under 17 analysed games!
AI Community toxicity rating

16.64 %

The Community toxicity rating was calculated by evaluating the most 1390 impactful steam game reviews
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AI Review

ELDEN RING is a critically acclaimed fantasy action RPG that blends breathtaking open-world exploration with intense combat and deep lore. Set in the Lands Between, a vast and mysterious continent, players take on the role of the Tarnished, guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord. The game offers seamless exploration of open fields and intricate dungeons, with combat that is easy to learn but offers hidden depths of mastery. With an AI Community Rating of 85.43%, players praise its stunning visuals, engaging combat, and rich storytelling. However, some criticize its difficulty spikes, repetitive dungeon designs, and occasional performance issues on PC. If you love challenging gameplay, immersive worlds, and a community-driven experience, ELDEN RING is a must-play. But be prepared for a steep learning curve and technical hiccups.

History

84 events
53 NewsEvent26 SmallUpdateEvent2 GameSalesEvent1 MajorUpdateEvent1 DLCReleaseEvent1 BroadcastEvent
  • April 19, 2025
    2 months since last event
    Today
  • February 13, 2025
    2 months after previous event
    ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN - Official Pre-Order Trailer
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    11933
    Downvotes
    968
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    11.0 %
    Toxicity after
    20.92 %
  • December 13, 2024
    29 days after previous event
    ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN - Reveal Gameplay Trailer
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    44724
    Downvotes
    2436
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    12.89 %
    Toxicity after
    13.08 %
  • November 14, 2024
    28 days after previous event
    Heed the melodies of the Land of Shadow 🎶
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    14383
    Downvotes
    1062
    Voting score
    93%
    Toxicity before
    13.56 %
    Toxicity after
    14.24 %
  • October 17, 2024
    15 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.16
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    6233
    Downvotes
    565
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    19.05 %
    Toxicity after
    12.82 %
  • October 02, 2024
    21 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.15
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    7110
    Downvotes
    563
    Voting score
    93%
    Toxicity before
    12.05 %
    Toxicity after
    18.6 %
  • September 11, 2024
    6 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.14
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    7827
    Downvotes
    771
    Voting score
    91%
    Toxicity before
    17.31 %
    Toxicity after
    11.0 %
  • September 05, 2024
    28 days after previous event
    ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree - XXL Gaming Mousepad
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    10294
    Downvotes
    630
    Voting score
    94%
    Toxicity before
    21.36 %
    Toxicity after
    10.3 %
  • August 08, 2024
    9 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.13.2
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    6096
    Downvotes
    703
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
    18.52 %
    Toxicity after
    10.98 %
  • July 30, 2024
    4 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.13
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    7971
    Downvotes
    1116
    Voting score
    88%
    Toxicity before
    16.16 %
    Toxicity after
    16.46 %
  • July 26, 2024
    7 days after previous event
    Unveiling Figuarts Mini Ranni the Witch
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    16793
    Downvotes
    578
    Voting score
    97%
    Toxicity before
    14.02 %
    Toxicity after
    17.76 %
  • July 19, 2024
    7 days after previous event
    BOOKS OF KNOWLEDGE, VOLUME III: SHADOW OF THE ERDTREE (Strategy Guide)
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    7797
    Downvotes
    385
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    15.58 %
    Toxicity after
    16.59 %
  • July 12, 2024
    2 days after previous event
    Who are Miquella’s Followers?
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    8997
    Downvotes
    511
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    23.26 %
    Toxicity after
    15.68 %
  • July 10, 2024
    6 days after previous event
    ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree – OST Behind the Scenes performance 🎬
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    7889
    Downvotes
    259
    Voting score
    97%
    Toxicity before
    25.31 %
    Toxicity after
    14.13 %
  • July 04, 2024
    6 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.12.3
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    8395
    Downvotes
    1911
    Voting score
    81%
    Toxicity before
    22.98 %
    Toxicity after
    16.02 %
  • June 28, 2024
    about 21 hours after previous event
    Accolades Trailer 🎬
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    12927
    Downvotes
    1184
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    20.21 %
    Toxicity after
    22.67 %
  • June 27, 2024
    1 day after previous event
    5 Million Tarnished in the Realm of Shadow
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    19066
    Downvotes
    705
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    20.22 %
    Toxicity after
    23.18 %
  • June 26, 2024
    about 22 hours after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.12.2
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    7123
    Downvotes
    756
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
    18.14 %
    Toxicity after
    24.59 %
  • June 25, 2024
    4 days after previous event
    Tips: How to strengthen your character in Shadow of the Erdtree
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    16151
    Downvotes
    1771
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
    18.17 %
    Toxicity after
    24.6 %
  • June 21, 2024
    about 19 hours after previous event
    ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree is available now
    Event
    DLCReleaseEvent
    Upvotes
    10354
    Downvotes
    745
    Voting score
    93%
    Toxicity before
    15.74 %
    Toxicity after
    22.98 %
  • June 20, 2024
    about 3 hours after previous event
    Those who have followed the path of Kindly Miquella left us humbled.
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    14842
    Downvotes
    591
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    13.51 %
    Toxicity after
    23.87 %
  • June 20, 2024
    about 1 hour after previous event
    Official Quiz - Face The Trial of the All-Knowing
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    8466
    Downvotes
    399
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    13.51 %
    Toxicity after
    23.87 %
  • June 20, 2024
    20 minutes after previous event
    Release schedule of ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree & PC specifications update
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    7776
    Downvotes
    253
    Voting score
    97%
    Toxicity before
    13.51 %
    Toxicity after
    23.87 %
  • June 20, 2024
    about 4 hours after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.12
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    5254
    Downvotes
    220
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    13.51 %
    Toxicity after
    23.87 %
  • June 20, 2024
    about 20 hours after previous event
    ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree Official Launch Trailer 🎬
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    7727
    Downvotes
    188
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    13.51 %
    Toxicity after
    23.87 %
  • June 19, 2024
    about 23 hours after previous event
    7 reasons that’ll have you excited to start ELDEN RING today
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    13374
    Downvotes
    487
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    14.29 %
    Toxicity after
    23.43 %
  • June 18, 2024
    4 days after previous event
    Update to the ELDEN RING base game & a day 1 patch for Shadow of the Erdtree
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    14290
    Downvotes
    241
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    13.51 %
    Toxicity after
    22.34 %
  • June 14, 2024
    1 day after previous event
    25 Million Tarnished
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    19906
    Downvotes
    367
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    13.24 %
    Toxicity after
    20.1 %
  • June 12, 2024
    5 days after previous event
    ELDEN RING - The Journey So Far 🎬
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    9079
    Downvotes
    201
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    13.05 %
    Toxicity after
    20.45 %
  • June 07, 2024
    15 days after previous event
    Tarnished - arise for an epic ELDEN RING celebration!
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    9246
    Downvotes
    342
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    15.47 %
    Toxicity after
    16.76 %
  • May 23, 2024
    about 23 hours after previous event
    New Character Reveal
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    30786
    Downvotes
    656
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    17.83 %
    Toxicity after
    15.68 %
  • May 22, 2024
    about 24 hours after previous event
    Shadow of the Erdtree Language Update
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    8781
    Downvotes
    423
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    19.69 %
    Toxicity after
    15.73 %
  • May 21, 2024
    3 months after previous event
    🎬 The shadow of the story can now be told
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    13030
    Downvotes
    256
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    18.27 %
    Toxicity after
    17.74 %
  • February 21, 2024
    about 1 month after previous event
    🎬 Shadow of the Erdtree Official Gameplay Reveal Trailer
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    60017
    Downvotes
    1837
    Voting score
    97%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    19.57 %
  • January 11, 2024
    20 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.10.1
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    8999
    Downvotes
    825
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • December 22, 2023
    about 4 hours after previous event
    Figuarts mini Unleashed: ELDEN RING’s Blaidd and Malenia in Limited Edition
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    14718
    Downvotes
    676
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • December 22, 2023
    2 months after previous event
    ELDEN RING is on sale
    Event
    GameSalesEvent
    Upvotes
    1513
    Downvotes
    55
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • October 11, 2023
    3 months after previous event
    ELDEN RING is on sale
    Event
    GameSalesEvent
    Upvotes
    1554
    Downvotes
    72
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • July 27, 2023
    3 months after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.10
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    9417
    Downvotes
    829
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • April 18, 2023
    26 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.09.1
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    10668
    Downvotes
    986
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • March 23, 2023
    23 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.09
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    10814
    Downvotes
    1038
    Voting score
    91%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 28, 2023
    6 days after previous event
    Rise, Tarnished, and let us walk a new path together.
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    87133
    Downvotes
    1230
    Voting score
    99%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 22, 2023
    2 months after previous event
    20 million Tarnished
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    41488
    Downvotes
    586
    Voting score
    99%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • December 16, 2022
    1 day after previous event
    ELDEN RING Exclusive Vinyl 🎶
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    14800
    Downvotes
    483
    Voting score
    97%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • December 15, 2022
    6 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.08.1
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    10231
    Downvotes
    730
    Voting score
    93%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • December 09, 2022
    2 days after previous event
    Game of the Year 2022 🏆
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    42816
    Downvotes
    528
    Voting score
    99%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • December 07, 2022
    about 20 hours after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.08
    Event
    MajorUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    24421
    Downvotes
    887
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • December 06, 2022
    12 days after previous event
    🎬 Come forth, warriors, and bask in the glory of the Colosseum
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    15399
    Downvotes
    373
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • November 24, 2022
    9 days after previous event
    Steam Awards 2022
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    29041
    Downvotes
    394
    Voting score
    99%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • November 15, 2022
    about 1 month after previous event
    ELDEN RING nominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    29365
    Downvotes
    512
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • October 13, 2022
    22 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.07
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    8613
    Downvotes
    493
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • September 21, 2022
    12 days after previous event
    Frozen Lightning Spear.
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    6379
    Downvotes
    467
    Voting score
    93%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • September 09, 2022
    8 days after previous event
    Behind the Scenes with The Budapest Film Orchestra
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    5703
    Downvotes
    250
    Voting score
    96%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • September 01, 2022
    23 days after previous event
    Lusat's Set.
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    6569
    Downvotes
    477
    Voting score
    93%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • August 09, 2022
    7 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.06
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    8061
    Downvotes
    466
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • August 02, 2022
    about 2 months after previous event
    Who did the crucible knights serve?
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    9808
    Downvotes
    469
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • June 13, 2022
    about 1 month after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.05
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    10698
    Downvotes
    823
    Voting score
    93%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • May 11, 2022
    14 days after previous event
    Join the official ELDEN RING Discord
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    10886
    Downvotes
    717
    Voting score
    94%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • April 27, 2022
    8 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.04.1
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    10608
    Downvotes
    873
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • April 19, 2022
    15 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.04
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    18100
    Downvotes
    1082
    Voting score
    94%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • April 04, 2022
    5 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.03.3
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    9642
    Downvotes
    1287
    Voting score
    88%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • March 30, 2022
    7 days after previous event
    See what critics are saying about Elden Ring 🎬
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    8939
    Downvotes
    694
    Voting score
    93%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • March 23, 2022
    6 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.03.2
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    11642
    Downvotes
    1069
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • March 17, 2022
    1 day after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.03
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    22616
    Downvotes
    2454
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • March 15, 2022
    11 days after previous event
    Early game tips
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    14407
    Downvotes
    962
    Voting score
    94%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • March 04, 2022
    about 5 hours after previous event
    Issue Report: Steam Cloud Saves
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    8673
    Downvotes
    956
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • March 04, 2022
    about 6 hours after previous event
    Introduction to the Multiplayer System
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    8916
    Downvotes
    830
    Voting score
    91%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • March 04, 2022
    about 23 hours after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.02.3
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    4921
    Downvotes
    532
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • March 03, 2022
    5 days after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.02.2
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    11407
    Downvotes
    819
    Voting score
    93%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 26, 2022
    about 20 hours after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.02.1
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    15694
    Downvotes
    1693
    Voting score
    90%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 25, 2022
    about 3 hours after previous event
    Five Tips to know before starting the game ⚔️
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    7498
    Downvotes
    497
    Voting score
    94%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 25, 2022
    about 20 hours after previous event
    A message about some performance issues
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    22353
    Downvotes
    1379
    Voting score
    94%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 24, 2022
    about 3 hours after previous event
    Join us for a launch livestream event 🎮
    Event
    BroadcastEvent
    Upvotes
    5227
    Downvotes
    453
    Voting score
    92%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 24, 2022
    about 3 hours after previous event
    The Shattering tainted these lands with chaos.
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    10480
    Downvotes
    574
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 24, 2022
    about 11 hours after previous event
    Patch Notes Version 1.02
    Event
    SmallUpdateEvent
    Upvotes
    15027
    Downvotes
    769
    Voting score
    95%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 24, 2022
    about 7 hours after previous event
    Game was released
  • February 23, 2022
    1 day after previous event
    Pre-loading is available now on Steam.
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    10290
    Downvotes
    204
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 22, 2022
    about 23 hours after previous event
    🎬 Though shattered, it shall guide thee. Though fractured, it yet calls.
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    8308
    Downvotes
    178
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 21, 2022
    about 5 hours after previous event
    PC Global Release Timings and Pre-Load information 🗺️
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    14264
    Downvotes
    242
    Voting score
    98%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
    N/A
  • February 21, 2022
    3 days after previous event
    🎬 Much has changed in the Lands Between since the days of your banishment.
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    5353
    Downvotes
    160
    Voting score
    97%
    Toxicity before
    N/A
    Toxicity after
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  • February 18, 2022
    about 22 hours after previous event
    One week to go
    Event
    NewsEvent
    Upvotes
    7007
    Downvotes
    106
    Voting score
    99%
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  • February 17, 2022
    2 days after previous event
    These vast lands hold a lifetime of secrets.
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    7177
    Downvotes
    220
    Voting score
    97%
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  • February 15, 2022
    2 months after previous event
    PC specifications
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    7295
    Downvotes
    558
    Voting score
    93%
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  • December 10, 2021
    14 days after previous event
    🎬 A look into the history of ELDEN RING’s lands between: the Age of Gods
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    Upvotes
    6594
    Downvotes
    85
    Voting score
    99%
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  • November 26, 2021
    22 days after previous event
    ELDEN RING nominated for Most Anticipated Game of the Year at The Game Awards
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    Upvotes
    6165
    Downvotes
    93
    Voting score
    99%
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  • November 04, 2021
    🎬 Explore ELDEN RING with new narrated preview video and pre-order now.
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    Upvotes
    8348
    Downvotes
    94
    Voting score
    99%
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What the community wishes

Optimize PC performance and stuttering
The game suffers from frequent stuttering in open areas and during boss fights, making it frustrating and unplayable for some PC users. This issue is particularly problematic in a game requiring precise timing for dodging and reacting to attacks.
Improve dungeon variety and design
Dungeons feel repetitive and AI-generated, lacking the unique design and creativity seen in other parts of the game. Enhancing dungeon variety and making them more distinct would improve the exploration experience.
Add quest log for better tracking
The lack of a quest log makes it difficult to track objectives and progress, especially for new players. Adding a quest log or journal system would enhance the user experience and reduce confusion.
Balance late-game difficulty spikes
The late-game difficulty spikes significantly, making some bosses feel unfairly challenging. Adjusting the difficulty curve or providing more options for players to prepare for these encounters would improve balance.
Fix camera issues in large boss fights
Fighting large bosses often results in camera struggles, making it harder to focus on the fight. Improving camera behavior during these encounters would enhance gameplay.
Expand PvP player count and balance
PvP is limited to 4 players, and invaders are often at a disadvantage. Increasing the player count and balancing PvP mechanics would make multiplayer more engaging and fair.
Address repetitive mini-boss designs
Mini-bosses and dungeon types feel repetitive over time. Introducing more unique designs and mechanics for these encounters would keep the game fresh and engaging.
Improve Elden Beast boss design
The Elden Beast boss fight is criticized for being underwhelming and poorly designed. Revising this encounter to make it more climactic and fitting for the game's conclusion would enhance the final experience.
Add more accessibility options
The game's difficulty can be a barrier for some players. Adding more accessibility options, such as adjustable difficulty or tutorials, would make the game more inclusive.
Enhance co-op stability and performance
Co-op gameplay suffers from performance issues, including frame rate drops. Improving stability and performance in co-op mode would enhance the multiplayer experience.
Improve NPC questline clarity
NPC questlines are often cryptic and easy to miss. Providing clearer guidance or hints for these quests would make them more accessible and enjoyable.
Add more lore exposition
While the lore is rich, it is often hidden in item descriptions and dialogue. Adding more direct exposition or storytelling elements would make the narrative more accessible to players.
Expand weapon and build variety
While the game offers diverse builds, some players feel that certain weapon types or playstyles are underrepresented. Expanding weapon and build variety would increase replayability.
Improve boss attack patterns
Some bosses have overly aggressive or repetitive attack patterns, leading to frustration. Revising these patterns to make fights more dynamic and fair would improve the experience.
Add more environmental storytelling
While the game excels in environmental storytelling, some areas feel underdeveloped. Adding more details and narrative elements to the world would enhance immersion.
Fix game-breaking bugs and crashes
The PC version suffers from game-breaking bugs and crashes, making it unplayable for some. Addressing these technical issues is crucial for a smooth experience.
Improve mount mechanics and controls
The mount mechanics, while functional, could be more refined. Improving controls and adding more interactions with the mount would enhance exploration.
Add more post-game content
After completing the game, there is limited content to engage with. Adding more post-game activities or challenges would extend the game's longevity.
Enhance sound design in boss fights
Some boss fights lack impactful sound design, reducing the intensity of encounters. Improving audio cues and music during these fights would heighten the experience.
Add more save points in dungeons
Dungeons can feel punishing due to limited save points. Adding more checkpoints or bonfires would reduce frustration and encourage exploration.

Reviews

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What the community loves
fun
65
masterpiece
41
best
37
beautiful
32
love
30
amazing
28
good
25
great
22
recommend
20
10/10
18
graphics
17
combat
16
exploration
16
rewarding
15
lore
15
Where the community is undecided
bosses
66
boss
46
DLC
36
game
35
combat
21
hours
19
open world
18
souls
18
story
18
difficult
15
Elden Ring
15
weapons
13
difficulty
13
hard
12
fix
12
What the community dislikes
frustrating
23
hate
22
hard
18
difficult
17
repetitive
15
issues
14
worst
14
die
14
boring
13
refund
13
empty
12
negative
12
waste
11
frustration
11
recommend
11

Whats the data quality we are looking at

Persons who wrote a ELDEN RING review on Steam have:

written on average 9.36 gaming reviews in total
own an average of 58.44 steam games
have an average playtime of 148.21 hours on submitting the review

While looking at 1398 reviews we have sorted them into following categories:

1130x
Gameplay & Mechanics Feedback
  • Praise for core mechanics, combat, movement, level design, controls.
  • Criticism of mechanics, AI, movement, balance, or game feel.
  • Complaints or praise about difficulty, lack of challenge, or poor scaling.
  • Game is too short, too long, repetitive, or lacks replayability.
  • Feedback on slow or rushed pacing.
  • Praise or criticism of tutorial or onboarding.
269x
Performance & Technical Issues
  • FPS drops, lag, stuttering, long load times.
  • Crashes, corrupted saves, softlocks, major blockers.
  • Small bugs (visual glitches, physics issues, pop-ins).
  • Online or matchmaking issues, disconnections.
  • Poor performance despite good hardware.
  • Not working on specific GPUs, CPUs, or OS versions.
136x
User Experience, UI, and Accessibility
  • Praise or complaints about responsiveness, keybinding, controller support.
  • Menus, HUD, inventory management, readability.
  • Colorblind modes, subtitle issues, difficulty options.
  • Poor translations, missing subtitles, regional content.
612x
Story & Narrative
  • Praise for writing, dialogue, characters, world-building.
  • Criticism of pacing, writing, characters.
  • Contains major plot spoilers.
113x
Multiplayer & Community Feedback
  • Co-op, PvP, social features, matchmaking quality.
  • Cheating, griefing, harassment, toxic behavior.
257x
Monetization & Business Model
  • Microtransactions, loot boxes, paywalls.
  • Praise or criticism of expansions or season passes.
  • Is the game worth the price? Good/bad value.
45x
Feature Requests & Suggestions
  • Suggestions for new modes, characters, weapons, maps.
  • Suggestions for UI improvements, better customization, settings tweaks.
89x
Developer Engagement & Support
  • Praise or criticism of dev responsiveness, patches, communication.
  • Feedback on progress, roadmap, or missing features in early access.
190x
Trash Reviews
  • Random, spam-like, or nonsensical; no meaningful feedback.
  • Not related to the game.
  • Pure jokes, memes, or ASCII art with no substantive feedback.
  • Hateful, harassing, or explicit language.

In-depth analysis of most impactful community reviews

Positive

i go to boss arena boss kills me me go again boss kills me again me die 20 times me learn boss boss dies boss respects me and says i am strong boss cool game cool

  • Sentiments

    • I experienced frustration and difficulty as the boss repeatedly defeated me, leading to multiple deaths.
    • I persisted through the challenges, attempting the boss fight multiple times despite the setbacks.
    • I felt a sense of accomplishment and growth as I learned the boss's patterns and eventually defeated it.
    • I appreciated the boss's acknowledgment of my strength and respect after defeating it.
    • I found the boss to be a cool and memorable character in the game.
    • I enjoyed the game overall and found it to be a cool and engaging experience.

Positive

Spend 3 hours building character Spend 2 hours fighting big horse guy Spend 6 hours exploring map Spend 8 hours doing side quests Spend 12 hours killing bosses Spend 25 hours killing margit 10/10 would recommend

  • Sentiments

    • I spent a significant amount of time building my character, which indicates a deep level of engagement and customization in the game.
    • I found the fight against the big horse guy to be challenging and time-consuming, which suggests a rewarding but difficult gameplay experience.
    • I spent a lot of time exploring the map, which highlights the game's expansive and immersive world.
    • I dedicated a substantial amount of time to completing side quests, which shows the game offers rich and varied content beyond the main storyline.
    • I spent a considerable amount of time defeating bosses, which indicates the game provides satisfying and challenging encounters.
    • I spent an exceptionally long time trying to defeat Margit, which suggests a highly challenging but rewarding boss fight.
    • I would highly recommend this game, as my overall experience was extremely positive and enjoyable.

Positive

I have spent hours in both the base game and DLC. Here are my thoughts. I am in no way a hardcore player. This is the only game I have ever played by this company. This game pissed me off so much because I didn't understand that is was out the box a difficult game. I have since then completed 100% of the achievements and got through the DLC. The DLC is rough but if you you just want to progress and beat bosses with ease, there are options. Spirit summons, youtube cheese videos. I enjoy exploring. I love the graphics and sometimes I want the challenge of a boss. However I have completed the game made it enjoyable on my terms and don't care if I don't kill the boss without a summons. I don't get paid to play games, so I take advantage of everything I can find and do in the game to go from point A to B. I recommend the Base game and the DLC. I looked at the DLC as how can I defeat and cheese the new bosses. Not how do I learn the mechanics so people will know I am a good player. I just don't care, I want to beat the game start to finish. If I can do this and I am not a good player, then spend the money and beat it your way in anyway you see fit.

  • Sentiments

    • I was initially frustrated with the game because I didn't realize it was inherently difficult, which made the experience challenging and annoying at first.
    • I have since completed 100% of the achievements and the DLC, which gave me a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
    • The DLC is rough and challenging, but I appreciate that there are options like spirit summons and YouTube guides to make progress easier.
    • I enjoy exploring the game world and love the graphics, which enhance my overall experience.
    • I sometimes enjoy the challenge of bosses, but I don't feel pressured to defeat them without assistance, as I prioritize enjoying the game on my own terms.
    • I don't care about proving my skill to others; I just want to beat the game from start to finish in a way that suits me.
    • I recommend both the base game and the DLC, as they offer a fulfilling experience even for non-hardcore players like myself.
    • I view the DLC as an opportunity to find creative ways to defeat bosses, rather than mastering mechanics to impress others.
    • I take advantage of all available resources and strategies in the game to progress, as I play for enjoyment rather than competition.
    • I believe the game is worth the money, as it allows players to beat it in their own way, regardless of skill level.

Positive

Oh boy, where do I even start with Elden Ring? Imagine a game where the devs were like, "Let's make every blade of grass deadly." You step into this gorgeous world, thinking, "This looks like a chill spot for a picnic," only to realize the picnic's actually your wake. The graphics? Chef's kiss. It's like you're inside a Van Gogh painting, but every stroke wants to off you. The landscapes are so stunning, you'll forget to breathe – until you fall off a cliff. Combat in Elden Ring isn't about skill; it's about how many times you can bash your head against a wall before you get it right. Every boss fight feels like they've got a personal beef with you. They're just there to mock your sad attempts at living. (git gud) The lore? Man, it's deep. So deep you'd need a submarine to get to the bottom of it. And just when you think you've got it, some NPC comes along with a backstory that could be its own book. Good luck figuring out the story; it's like doing a puzzle blindfolded. But here's the thing: despite all the pain, the frustration, the "I'm uninstalling this" moments, you can't help but love it. There's something about Elden Ring that pulls you back, like a moth to a flame, or a player to their doom. 100/10 for me - would die over and over again. Elden Ring isn't just a game; it's a way of life. A life of pain, beauty, and the occasional scream into the abyss. If you want something that'll test your patience, your skill, and your swear-word collection, this is it.

  • Sentiments

    • I am amazed by the stunning graphics of Elden Ring, which feel like stepping into a Van Gogh painting, though every part of it seems designed to challenge or harm me.
    • I find the combat system incredibly frustrating, as it feels less about skill and more about enduring repeated failures until I succeed.
    • I am deeply impressed by the rich and intricate lore of the game, which feels like diving into a vast, unexplored ocean of stories and backstories.
    • I feel overwhelmed by the difficulty of the boss fights, which seem to mock my every attempt and make me question my abilities.
    • I am captivated by the game's ability to pull me back despite the frustration and pain, making it an addictive and rewarding experience.
    • I find the world design breathtakingly beautiful, but also treacherous, as even the most serene landscapes hide deadly challenges.
    • I feel a mix of admiration and frustration for the game's storytelling, which is so deep and complex that it feels like solving a puzzle blindfolded.
    • I appreciate the game's ability to test my patience, skill, and creativity, even though it often leads to moments of intense frustration.
    • I feel a sense of accomplishment and love for the game despite its punishing difficulty, as it offers a unique and unforgettable experience.
    • I am both amused and exasperated by the game's tendency to make me scream into the abyss, as it perfectly balances beauty and pain.

Positive

Cute little indie game. There's a few cool hats and a nice horse. You can make friends with several charming characters and you can even farm (souls from fingers on the roots of an eldritch tree within an infernal mist) if you like. Perhaps one of the prettiest games I've played in a long time. Still, I have nightmares about the little men who play brass instruments, and I can never find the sewer. It's quite like Stardew Valley in that they both have a hidden sewer level.

  • Sentiments

    • I find the game to be a cute little indie game with a charming and unique aesthetic.
    • I appreciate the variety of cool hats and the inclusion of a nice horse, which adds to the game's charm.
    • I enjoy the ability to make friends with several charming characters, which enhances the social aspect of the game.
    • I find the farming mechanic, particularly the unique twist of farming souls from fingers on the roots of an eldritch tree within an infernal mist, to be intriguing and creative.
    • I consider this game to be one of the prettiest I've played in a long time, which significantly enhances my enjoyment.
    • I have nightmares about the little men who play brass instruments, which adds a layer of unease to my experience.
    • I find it frustrating that I can never find the sewer, which detracts from my overall enjoyment of the game.
    • I notice similarities to Stardew Valley, particularly the hidden sewer level, which I find to be an interesting comparison.

Negative

Let me make it clear that I absolutely love this game. The hours I've put into it are the very reason I'm leaving a negative review. This game in its current state has a huge hacking problem, that needs to be addressed. I spent over 70 hours on a character that got hacked and its save corrupted because of Easy Anti-Cheat workarounds. FromSoft needs to address this ASAP, as there is no way to recover that data.

  • Sentiments

    • I absolutely love this game and have spent many hours enjoying it.
    • I am leaving a negative review because of a serious issue despite my love for the game.
    • The game currently has a huge hacking problem that needs urgent attention.
    • I lost over 70 hours of progress due to a hacked and corrupted save file.
    • The hacking issue is caused by Easy Anti-Cheat workarounds.
    • FromSoft needs to address this problem as soon as possible.
    • There is no way to recover the lost data from the corrupted save.

Negative

you will go to bed thinking about this game, wake up thinking about this game, have dreams about this game, every waking moment you arent playing this game you think about playing this game

  • Sentiments

    • I feel completely captivated by this game, as it occupies my thoughts even when I am not playing it.
    • I find myself thinking about this game constantly, even when I am asleep or dreaming.
    • This game has such a strong impact on me that it dominates my thoughts during every waking moment.
    • I am so engrossed in this game that it feels like an integral part of my daily life.
    • The game has a profound effect on my mind, making me yearn to play it whenever I am not.
    • I feel a deep connection to this game, as it constantly lingers in my thoughts.
    • This game has become an obsession for me, as I can't stop thinking about it.
    • I feel a strong desire to play this game at all times, as it is always on my mind.
    • The game has a lasting impression on me, as it influences my thoughts and dreams.
    • I feel a sense of immersion in this game that extends beyond the time I spend playing it.

Negative

There is some serious optimization issue that needs to be resolved for the DLC to be *PLAYABLE*. Wasn't expecting to experience sudden frame drops at low quality + 1080p on a 4080 Super + 7800X3D

  • Sentiments

    • I am experiencing serious optimization issues with the DLC, which makes it nearly unplayable.
    • I was not expecting sudden frame drops, especially at low quality settings and 1080p resolution.
    • I am disappointed that such performance issues occur on a high-end system like a 4080 Super and 7800X3D.
    • The DLC's performance does not meet my expectations given the hardware I am using.
    • I find it frustrating that the game struggles to maintain consistent performance despite lowering the quality settings.

Negative

Unfortunate i have to give everyone a big warning before buying the game. The game is not well optimised at least for the PC, and while the frame rate in enclosed areas is very stable, it will constantly stutter in open areas, from which the game will have many, since as the trailers show, you will even be able to ride on this big worldmap. Especially when a Boss makes a special move. Since Elden Ring is a game where you have to dodge/react to the opponents attacks in under a secound, this makes Bossfights frustrating beyond believe and honestly kinda unplayable at least in my eyes. I dont mind having to try a boss over and over because i make a mistake, but constantly dying, because the game freezes for 1 secound so i couldnt see which type of attack the boss is throwing at me is not the kind of challenge i am looking forward to. I hope that one of the first Patches will fix the horrible stutter problems that the game currently has, and i am really sure that once the problems are fixed, that the game will be absolutly amazing. But as for now, if you are still thinking if you should buy the game or not, i would highly recommend to wait for a while.

  • Sentiments

    • I have to give everyone a big warning before buying the game because it is not well optimized for PC, especially with constant stuttering in open areas.
    • The frame rate in enclosed areas is very stable, which is a positive aspect of the game's performance.
    • The stuttering in open areas, especially during boss fights, makes the game frustrating and almost unplayable for me.
    • I don't mind retrying bosses due to my mistakes, but dying because of game freezes during critical moments is not the kind of challenge I enjoy.
    • The game freezes for a second during boss attacks, making it impossible to react properly, which is extremely frustrating.
    • I hope that future patches will fix the stuttering problems, as I believe the game has the potential to be absolutely amazing once optimized.
    • I highly recommend waiting to buy the game until the performance issues are resolved.
    • The trailers show a big worldmap and the ability to ride across it, which is an exciting feature, but the stuttering ruins the experience.
    • Boss fights are particularly frustrating due to the stuttering, as they require precise timing and reactions that are disrupted by performance issues.
    • Despite the current issues, I am confident that the game will be amazing once the stuttering problems are fixed.

Negative

Incredible. If you're into the souls genre of gaming and you're a fan of Fromsoft's other works, you'll love this. It is undoubtedly the peak of their artistic ability and I'm happy to say it surpassed every expectation I had. Edit: To the three people who found this review helpful, I've changed my mind and I apologize profusely. I can only pray you did not purchase this game by my recommendation.

  • Sentiments

    • I find the game incredible and believe it is a must-play for fans of the souls genre and Fromsoft's other works.
    • I consider this game to be the peak of Fromsoft's artistic ability, surpassing all my expectations.
    • I initially recommended the game but later changed my mind and apologized to those who found my review helpful.
    • I feel regret and hope that no one purchased the game based on my initial recommendation.

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