Dark Souls
A critically acclaimed action RPG series known for its challenging gameplay, intricate world design, and deep lore. Players navigate a dark fantasy world filled with formidable enemies and environmental storytelling.
Category
Game
Release Year
2011
Origin
Japan
Tags
action RPGsouls-likechallengingdark fantasyFromSoftware
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Dark Souls
Aliases
Souls Series, Dark Souls I
Type
Action RPG Video Game Series
Release Year
2011
Status
Active
Origin
Japan
Region
Japan
Creation Information
Creator
Hidetaka Miyazaki
Publisher
Bandai Namco Entertainment
Original Work
Video Game
Genre
Action RPG, Dark Fantasy, Souls-like
Content Information
Synopsis
An action RPG set in the kingdom of Lordran, where players take on the role of an undead warrior seeking to ring the Bells of Awakening and uncover the truth behind the curse of the undead.
Main Characters
The Chosen Undead, Gwyn Lord of Cinder, Solaire of Astora
Setting
Kingdom of Lordran, a decaying medieval fantasy world
Themes
Death, rebirth, perseverance, sacrifice, the cycle of light and dark
Target Audience
Mature gamers seeking challenging experiences
Media Forms
Video Games
Dark Souls trilogy, Demon's Souls, Bloodborne, Sekiro, Elden Ring
Merchandise
Figures, art books, soundtracks, clothing
Books
Official art books and strategy guides
Digital Content
DLC expansions, digital soundtracks
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 27 million copies sold across the series
Awards
Multiple Game of the Year awards, BAFTA Games Awards
Critical Reception
Universal critical acclaim, 89-95 Metacritic scores
Cultural Impact
Created the "Souls-like" genre, influenced countless games
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Dedicated global community known for cooperation and challenge-seeking
Communities
Reddit r/darksouls, Fextralife Wiki, Discord servers
Events
Speedrunning competitions, challenge runs, community events
Quotes
Praise the Sun!, Git Gud, You Died
Memes
Praise the Sun gesture, You Died screen, Solaire worship
Cosplay
Knight armor, Solaire, various boss characters
Historical Development
2009
Demon's Souls released as spiritual predecessor
2011
Dark Souls released, establishing the series
2012
Artorias of the Abyss DLC released
2014
Dark Souls II released with new director
2015
Scholar of the First Sin edition released
2016
Dark Souls III released, concluding the trilogy
2017
The Ringed City DLC completes the series
2018
Dark Souls Remastered released for modern platforms
Related Links
www.darksouls.jp
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