Elden Ring – An All-Time Great

Elden Ring redefined what an open-world action RPG could be. Building upon the studio’s mastery of deliberate, skill-based combat, it opened the formula into a vast, interconnected world filled with discovery, mystery, and danger. Co-written with George R. R. Martin, it invites players into the Lands Between, a realm as haunting as it is beautiful, where every hill hides a new challenge and every ruin whispers a forgotten story.

You’ll enjoy Elden Ring if you like games built on the following pillars :

✅ Rewarding, skill-driven combat : Every encounter in Elden Ring demands focus and adaptability. The combat system feels deliberate and weighty, rewarding timing, observation, and patience rather than button mashing.

✅ Exploration and discovery : The Lands Between are filled with secrets, hidden dungeons, and optional bosses. Exploration feels organic and player-driven, offering freedom and reward without the need for constant markers or guidance.

✅ Rich worldbuilding and lore : Like previous FromSoftware titles, Elden Ring tells its story through its world, its NPCs, and its items. The result is a world that feels ancient, layered, and full of history to piece together.

✅ Build freedom and customization : Dozens of weapon types, ashes of war, and magic paths give players near-endless options for character progression. Experimentation is not only encouraged but essential to mastering the game.

Areas of improvement (if one dares) :

📉 Steep learning curve : Elden Ring inherits the difficulty and minimal guidance typical of FromSoftware games. It can feel overwhelming for new players, especially early on, without external help or guides.

📉 Performance and technical limitations : Even on high-end systems, the game suffers from occasional stuttering, inconsistent frame rates, and small but noticeable bugs. While not deal-breaking, they can detract from immersion.