Massive map, solid bosses, actual freedom of choice with builds and progression (story or exploration also), an interesting world, large range of weapons and spells that change gameplay mechanics, side stories and characters that keep you wanting more.

There is something about Elden Ring that really sucked me in and I couldn't stop playing. This is the first FromSoft game that I actually stuck with and I could revisit multiple times.

L + maidenless + no runes + touch grace + ungrafted + invaded + parried + scarlet Rot + one shot + You leveled dex