Bloodborne successfully captivated me with its atmosphere. The dark and red skies of Yarnham reign over the hunt. The story, like Dark Souls, is vague and a lot is left up to interpretation. Althought Bloodborne is more narratively sound, it still gives the player complete freedom to digest the world as they see fit. It is also comparable to Dark Souls in that it is one of the greatest videogames ever made.

Bloodborne's greatest achievement is in its gameplay and atmosphere. The combat is visceral, fast and puts even the most hardened Souls veterans to the test. You're going to need lighting fast reflexes and an edge of aggression to triump over the Lovecraftian nightmares you will face against. Lovecraftian is the right term, as Bloodborne employs a gothic, surrealist aesthetic which goes beyond immersion and creates a sound, beautiful and terrifying world for the player to explore. The level design forms a beautiful melody with the help of the world and atmosphere to create a unique, and somewhat interconnected city sprawling with vicious monstrosities.

The bosses and every enemy poses a threat, with their weaknesses apparent later on, but always having the opportunity to triumph over you. The grand sprays of blood and manic combat only adds to the wonder of Bloodborne's challenge and gameplay.

Bloodborne's greatest achievement is the sweet but spicy flavor created by it having the best atmosphere in gaming history and a visceral focus on combat, with challenge at every corner. Bloodborne will disturb you, it will scare you and challenge you, all you have to do is push that edge and slash your way through one of the best games ever made.