After 100%ing this game I can completely understand why people want it on PC. The outfits, the weapons, the locations, everything about this game was on point. Even though the hub thing from Demon Souls sort of made a return here, I feel like it was better implemented and fit the setting. There were like 1-2 main game bosses that were sort of disappointing but to be honest I’m kind of nitpicking. The only real “eh” about the game were the chalice dungeons but even then they were satisfying to finally complete. Not to mention the STELLAR dlc which was a complete home run and by far my favorite DLC in any of the souls games I have played (yet to play DS3). The bosses in the DLC were so, so well-designed and the sound direction was phenomenal. This game is a must-play and I seriously hope that one day it gets a remaster/port so that more people are able to experience it.

Bloodborne is a fast-paced, enjoyably challenging action game by From Software. It takes a multitude of steps to differentiate itself from Dark Souls, but still benefits from many of the same strengths. Bloodborne has very few (if any) low points, and many of the bosses and tracks are some of the best in the series (DLC bosses especially). The parry mechanic is an exhilarating method of getting the player to play riskier, and the increased speed and rally mechanic second that intention. Unfortunately, many will find that it’s still better to play reactively than aggressively against the majority of Bloodborne’s vicious bosses, which downplays the new mechanics’ strengths. The rally mechanic is also a footnote against any strong enemy, since the amount healed pales in comparison to their immediate damage output. That being said, Bloodborne is a solid title, and one I can recommend to anyone, even players new to the Souls series.

Bloodborne, upon replaying, is seriously my favorite video game ever made. I thought the recency bias had me, but replaying the game was just as fun, if not MORE. Exploring these areas all over again, I felt like a veteran of the game, trying new builds and new weapons on a handful of runs. I'm not even one to replay games a ton, but Bloodborne is absolutely one of the most replayable games I've ever played before. I am currently playing through Sekiro, and have beaten Elden Ring. So I don't want to speak too early, but this feels like FromSoftware's masterpiece. The atmosphere and the lore is so amazing, and made me truly appreciate environmental storytelling.

This is one of the few games that I believe changed my life. This game is perfect for blowing off steam, and really challenging myself. I know it's just a game, but beating bosses in this game feels so accomplishing, and makes me feel better as a person. Which is probably sad, but I find it cool.

Now I'm going to move on to The Old Hunters, which i'm both terrified and excited for.

Shoutout to Bloodborne. Outstanding game. My new all-time favorite.