BLADE & BASTARD
BLADE & BASTARD

BLADE & BASTARD

TV ShowIn Production1 SeasonJapanese
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Rotten Tomatoes97% (based on Elden Ring)
Metacritic96/100 (based on Elden Ring)
Google Users94% (based on Elden Ring)
Director: Hidetaka Miyazaki (as director of the Souls series, influencing this title)Genres: Action RPG, Fantasy, Dark Fantasy

Plot Summary

In the Lands Between, a shattered world ruled by demigods, a Tarnished seeks to become the Elden Lord. Guided by grace and aided by allies like Melina, the player must overcome immense challenges, defeat formidable bosses, and piece together the fractured Elden Ring to restore order.

Critical Reception

Elden Ring, the game this title is often associated with, received near-universal critical acclaim, praised for its vast open world, deep combat, intricate lore, and unparalleled sense of discovery. It is widely regarded as a masterpiece and a landmark achievement in the action RPG genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Vast and awe-inspiring open world brimming with secrets.
  • Challenging yet rewarding combat system refined to perfection.
  • Deep, enigmatic lore that invites player interpretation.

Google audience: Players laud Elden Ring for its immense sense of freedom, challenging gameplay that rewards skill and exploration, and the captivating, mysterious world. Some minor criticisms occasionally mention the difficulty curve or performance issues on certain platforms.

Awards & Accolades

The Game Awards 2022: Game of the Year, Golden Joystick Awards 2022: Ultimate Game of the Year, DICE Awards 2023: Game of the Year

Fun Fact

The development team deliberately designed the game's world to be explored organically, with minimal hand-holding, encouraging players to forge their own path and uncover the lore at their own pace.

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