From Software are undeniably the masters of this genre. Everytime I start a soulsborne game, I quickly relive the horrors of previous titles and question my urge to start yet another iteration of this. But playing Dark Souls III showed me again, that even though the game wants you to die a lot, doesn't explain a lot and doesn't forgive you any mistakes, it still is such a rewarding and satisfying experience. Exploring the areas is always thrilling and beasting enemies is fulfilling for many reasons. The weapons pack a punch and the variety of possible builds keeps you invested and learning. But more than anything else, this game offers a unique sense of progression. Because the steps you take seem so small at times, reaching the milestones is all the more exhilarating. Bloodborne and this are definitely among my all-time favorite games.