There are few experiences like playing a new Souls game for the first time. Part of the joy of something like Dark Souls or Hollow Knight is the chance to immerse oneself and explore every nook and cranny. Beyond its long waiting period, this is one main reason why Elden Ring was so anticipated. Players familiar with FromSoftware's Dark Souls franchise knew that a new entry would offer a whole new world to explore, with unique challenges to overcome. That Elden Ring delivered upon this and more is why it's been met with such acclaim, especially compared to the more linear Dark Souls 3, Sekiro, and Bloodborne.
Elden Ring has not replaced Dark Souls, of course, but it's not hard to make the argument that it can be considered Dark Souls 4. The game took everything from FromSoftware's modern Souls games and remixed it into an intricate open world. Surprises were around every corner, and some gameplay complaints regarding spell strength and build viability had been addressed. However, in the long lead up to Elden Ring's launch, some passionate fans managed to beat FromSoftware to the punch. Using the Dark Souls 3: The Convergence mod, players can experience much of what made Elden Ring a success without having to leave the Dark Souls series proper.
The 15 Best Dark Souls 3 Mods, Ranked
Ever since Dark Souls: Prepare To Die Edition came to PC, fans have taken matters into their own hands to create fresh experiences out of these action-adventure classics. One of the most famous mods early on was DSfix, a patch made by prominent modder Durante to optimize the PC version. From there, all kinds of mods were made for every FromSoftware game, ranging from changing the text and assets to adding new mechanics. This occasionally went
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