Elden Ring Review "Buy, Wait for Sale, Never Touch?"

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 22 фев 2022
  • Exclusive Plague Tale Requiem Hands on Preview
    • Plague Tale Requiem Ha...
    Check out the Last of Us Part 1 REVIEW! • The Last of Us Part 1 ...
    Destroy all Humans! 2 Reprobed Review! • Destroy All Humans! 2 ...
    My New Saints Row Review "WTF Happened?" Worth Watching • Saints Row Review WTF ...
    Also check out the new Review I just posted Way of The Hunter
    • Way of the Hunter Revi...
    Check out the new Valhalla Walking the Walk Game design video • Assassins Creed Valhal...
    Check out the surprises inside of Tiny Tina's Wonderlands in my review
    • Tiny Tina's Wonderland...
    Elden Ring Review Like Nothing Else "Buy, Wait for Sale, Never Touch?"
    Score changed to Wait
    From Softwares title comes out soon and here is the review
    My Webpage www.acgamer.net/
    All my links linktr.ee/ACG_Karak
    Follow me on Twitter for reviews and info @jeremypenter
    JOIN the ACG Reddit / acgvids
    / angrycentaurgaming
    #acg
    #eldenring
    #eldenringreview
    ACG Reviews and Podcast Itunes rebrand.ly/ACGIT
    ACG Reviews and Podcast on Spotify rebrand.ly/ACGS
    ACG Merch Store teespring.com/stores/acg
    ACG Amazon Affiliate amzn.to/3cW7GQ0
    Coverage includes ps4, PS5, XBox series X, Xbox one, pc, Xbox 360, Wii, Wiiu, Switch, and digital storefronts like Steam, as well as companies like Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo.
    Buy, wait for a sale, rent, or never touch it. The Patented Karak review system to see if a game is worth a buy upon release or if I recommend waiting.
  • ИгрыИгры

Комментарии • 1,9 тыс.

  • @trashee973
    @trashee973 2 года назад +1070

    Walking the walk is some of the best game related content I've seen in years. I know that's a lofty statement, but I mean it. Nobody else is in the space is as good at articulating ideas, especially on the fly, as you. Please keep them coming.

    • @R3TR0J4N
      @R3TR0J4N 2 года назад +7

      can't also wait for "Walking the walk"

    • @caldale4941
      @caldale4941 2 года назад +7

      Agreed. Am hoping the series starts to gain more views. Whenever I play a new game there are so many more granular elements and details that I wish were covered in reviews but aren't due to time constraints, and this series does a good job off covering those things.

    • @johnwrath3612
      @johnwrath3612 2 года назад +13

      Yep, I agree. It’s changed the way I’m playing Horizon forbidden west. I usually play open world games by opening the map, picking a destination, then fast traveling as close as possible and sprinting straight to it. Walking the walk videos have made me take my time to walk around spaces and appreciate all the tiny details in the world.

    • @JoeyFTL
      @JoeyFTL 2 года назад +1

      I concur

    • @samphyllobates4765
      @samphyllobates4765 2 года назад +6

      Now let's draft ACG to be the Digital tour guide/curator of video games when the Metaverse is a real thing. I mean the guy loves VR! SO VR + ACg walking the walk TM* =>match made in heaven

  • @ACGreviews
    @ACGreviews  2 года назад +326

    Update Elden Rings new patch induces more issues for me than prior. Looking around only DF and myself have checked it. But fyi on that. Video about it here ruclips.net/video/Yma9dJRAlo4/видео.html
    Got near the end but with FW also being huge, still haven't got the last guys in this.
    Tech sorry said MORE than the locked fps. I meant higher settings than the other cards allowed. Apologies.
    But with 60 some odd hours under my belt I am confident in my thoughts. We were heavily restricted in what we could show so other than a few places, most creatures and such wont be much of a spoiler.
    If you like this stuff check out the patron www.patreon.com/AngryCentaurGaming

    • @youtubeistrash2
      @youtubeistrash2 2 года назад +22

      hey ACG, ive noticed lately when you get to the buy, rent, pass portion of each reveiw now you dont seem to actually state which one you choose explicitly. its rather annoying. can you keep that portion simple and stop with all your pretentious cheeseburger words. i legit dont know if you recommend this game or not.

    • @A.D.D.O.C.D.T
      @A.D.D.O.C.D.T 2 года назад +12

      @@youtubeistrash2 It’s buy

    • @ACGreviews
      @ACGreviews  2 года назад +78

      @@youtubeistrash2 hmm weird. Nothing pretentious there and I say to get it.

    • @profezzorBALTAZAR
      @profezzorBALTAZAR 2 года назад +2

      I think for me it's a deep deep sale because of the enemy ai and my massive backlog in games.. thanks for the review👍

    • @vetreas366
      @vetreas366 2 года назад +6

      @@ACGreviews Yes but you see... you didn't say the word "buy" which I assume is the main issue here.
      The review is pretty clear if you actually watch it in full, though. Big thanks for it!

  • @Goat-on-a-Stick
    @Goat-on-a-Stick 2 года назад +623

    One of the most detailed reviews I've seen of the game, yet. Nicely done.

    • @AceMyHigh
      @AceMyHigh 2 года назад +1

      OoOooOooOooO 🥴🥴🥴🥴🥴🥴

    • @XXveny
      @XXveny 2 года назад +1

      I mean it has 30 minutes :D

    • @jalight27
      @jalight27 2 года назад +7

      He's always got the best reviews by far. Everytime I think about buying a game, ACG is my first and last stop lol.

    • @schlepedits7486
      @schlepedits7486 2 года назад

      stick goat

    • @ThexJasonxSensation
      @ThexJasonxSensation 2 года назад +1

      most spoilers

  • @listennatalia284
    @listennatalia284 2 года назад +209

    Hey ACG! Just wanted to let you know I think you create the most informative , entertaining game reviews. Writing such detailed stuff must be incredibly time consuming and you can tell you are passionate about it! You rock!

  • @PS-xu7wj
    @PS-xu7wj 2 года назад +541

    Love your honest, in-depth reviews. Making it 30 minutes but still always straight to the point without a second wasted is just what a review needs to be. Keep it up.

    • @jakedill1304
      @jakedill1304 2 года назад

      Honestly, definitely a fan of the longer reviews... Especially with that selling point of videos that aren't 6 minutes long or videos that aren't 2 minutes long or whatever the length is, I think I've heard both LOL.. and a point to be had for sure when up against the major publications it seems LOL, but definitely appreciating having more meat on the bones as of recently.. I kind of don't even process videos that are under 15 in review content, actually don't even really process many videos that are under 20 for anything I'm looking at but that's me, and mostly what I'm looking at LOL.. man I wish this developer would figure out what contrast is though, it really is holding back their visuals.

    • @NightSpeed9
      @NightSpeed9 2 года назад +2

      Horizon and Dying Light were smart to release before Elden Ring…

    • @babyyyz7948
      @babyyyz7948 2 года назад

      @@NightSpeed9 yea this game is hard

  • @StrangeQuark79
    @StrangeQuark79 2 года назад +316

    The wagon being pulled by giants reminds me of Dragnipur from Erickson's books. Very cool and definitely makes you wonder how big the baddie is that enslaved them.

    • @Shenanigans19
      @Shenanigans19 2 года назад +14

      Dragnipur is such a cool concept

    • @WINuFAIL
      @WINuFAIL 2 года назад +6

      I'm so happy others saw that!

    • @tscotts9699
      @tscotts9699 2 года назад +11

      That's exactly my issue with FromSoft games. They never move past "cool concept."

    • @longdirtytoenails1076
      @longdirtytoenails1076 2 года назад +2

      In Russia wagons pull giants.

    • @rayhan382
      @rayhan382 2 года назад +1

      you sir have good taste

  • @Nuance88
    @Nuance88 2 года назад +157

    The focus you bring to your reviews is top-notch: specific, nuanced, clear, and yet with humor to balance pointed criticism.
    I've been jumping from Elden Ring review to Elden Ring review, and yours is the most informative by far. You're not merely hammering home your opinion expecting the nodding masses to agree; you're informing the viewer, treating each as a discerning individual seeking an informed choice of what to play and what to buy.
    I respect the habitual respect you show in your work. Bravo.

  • @nicholaslancaster3683
    @nicholaslancaster3683 2 года назад +103

    A thoroughly entertaining review. I must admit I do tend to skip ahead for titles that I'm less interested in - but when it comes to a game on my wishlist? 30 minutes comes and goes in the blink of an eye. No doubt that ACG is the gold standard. Love your work.

  • @tr1pl741
    @tr1pl741 2 года назад +14

    12:00 you can come close regardless. This one had me in stitches 🤣🤣🤣
    Great review ACG 👍🏽

  • @JRAD897
    @JRAD897 2 года назад +269

    I'm so glad to hear the game gives some more space for newer players to learn at their own pace. I have played many of the from soft games and when I was a bit younger I didn't mind having to sift through forums and youtube vids to figure out different game mechanics but these days I simply don't have the time. But sounds like I won't have to do so much of that in this title :)

    • @MisterK-YT
      @MisterK-YT 2 года назад +16

      Very fair point. I have a feeling this game is still gonna require RUclips and forums - especially for item and NPC locations - but regardless you make a good point i can relate to about being less willing to go dig for info outside the game as I get older.

    • @GrimDrive
      @GrimDrive 2 года назад +54

      That’s exactly why I can’t really get into fromsoft games. Or even that style in general. Now that I’m an adult, I don’t really enjoy repeating the same fight over and over, or have to constantly look up guides and forums for what’s best. Now, I just want to get some fun gameplay in and I thoroughly enjoy an excellent story being told through games. These just aren’t my thing at all anymore. Glad they still make games that fit what I like and make games like this for people who are much better at video games than me.

    • @tainor89
      @tainor89 2 года назад +46

      As I said on another vid at 33 years, full time 8-10 hours job and gym I simply do not have the time to “get good” at those types of games anymore! To me it always felt From Software games are tailered towards teens/RUclipsrs/Hard-core gamers people who have a lot of free time to spend 100 hours and over gaming with 40 hours dying. Wish they would add some Difficulty settings or accessibility, so more people can enjoy those types of games. Guess Imma continue playing HFW on PS5 :(

    • @DustinNorwood81
      @DustinNorwood81 2 года назад +24

      I'm with you all. I'm so glad they are making games like this and am jealous that I'm beyond that point in my life where I could dedicate the amount of time to fully appreciate it. But as a 40 yo with a job that requires 9+ hours a day, two young children, time with my wife, gym and reading time (gotta keep the mind and body healthy) I have about 30 min to an hour a day max per day. Like I said some difficulty setting and task management tweaks would make a game like this more attractive to my demo. But for those who can invest the time, please enjoy for the rest of us.

    • @rin6521
      @rin6521 2 года назад +19

      @@tainor89 I really wish people would let the "add an easy option" argument die in a fire. It's such a ridiculous and limited perspective on the subject. There's lots of other ways to increase the accessibility of a game for those that lack the skill and time, including adding the ability to choose different, easier to manage and less risky playstyles, giving them the ability to grind their levels up before difficult encounters, giving p[layers the option to get assistance with battles and areas from other players, friends, and AI controlled summons and companions, and making much of the tougher content optional and not integral to the main story. All of which FromSoft has done for their recent titles, and to an even greater degree in this one. Go watch the SkillUp review, he's a "casual souls fan" and is still one shotting the majority of the bosses in this game because he's taking advantage of these systems to decrease the difficulty of the experience.

  • @brandonblackfyre5783
    @brandonblackfyre5783 2 года назад

    The reviews on this channel are always the best... thank you for that and thank you for taking the time to make the guide and make a video of it

  • @matttipton6009
    @matttipton6009 2 года назад +14

    What does it say that I love watching your reviews even for games I’m currently playing or already played? After 200 hours getting my platinum and all dlc trophies in AC Odyssey I still watched your review several times for it. I expect that will apply here too. Thank you for all your amazing work!! LONG LIVE ACG!!!

  • @band67
    @band67 2 года назад +108

    I've literally been as excited for this review to come out as the game itself!! Lol Would love to see a Walking the walk too! The Dying Light 2 walking the walk actually got me more into the game and helped me look for things I normally wouldn't have and had a fantastic experience!

  • @thedividendreport706
    @thedividendreport706 2 года назад +19

    Spent a lot of time checking out reviews today and yours is, hands down, the best presented and most comprehensive. Well done and thank you!

  • @MolitovMichelleX
    @MolitovMichelleX 2 года назад +1

    That animation for the bow draw. Such good detail. Bow is clearly a warbow as thats exactly how those were drawn.

  • @mazohyst1878
    @mazohyst1878 2 года назад +12

    I don't watch many reviewers to be honest. I stumbled upon your channel once when I was on the fence about something.
    I always do my own research and base my purchases off that. I'm glad I found this channel, hell I find myself watching reviews for games I don't even plan to play just because of your wit and no bullshit reviews.
    You are the Gold Standard when it comes to review channels in my opinion. Keep it up man. I look forward to watching this, even though I already made my purchase ages ago.

    • @jarlwhiterun7478
      @jarlwhiterun7478 Год назад

      I've seen this exact comment from you on dozens of other channels.

  • @darkfangedsword8875
    @darkfangedsword8875 2 года назад +44

    So I'm thinking of starting with the prisoner now that I know The Bloody Wolf was a Playtest preset but I don't know. The confessor and vagabond seem awesome as well. I am so excited to just get into this game! Such an interesting and compelling world I know we all will be talking about so much in the years to come.

    • @SoFarSoGoodSoWhat14
      @SoFarSoGoodSoWhat14 2 года назад +3

      Isn't Hero basically the same as what BW was?

    • @darkfangedsword8875
      @darkfangedsword8875 2 года назад +2

      @@SoFarSoGoodSoWhat14 I'm not sure but if I want a similar build probably a good choice. Thanks for the suggestion.

    • @thebigpapa4699
      @thebigpapa4699 2 года назад +12

      Go wretched or go home

    • @master-d2776
      @master-d2776 2 года назад +6

      Confessor is the way

    • @thebigpapa4699
      @thebigpapa4699 2 года назад +8

      @L_O_W_K_E_Y-G THEbigpapa is not pleased with your reply

  • @NurComments
    @NurComments 2 года назад +5

    yeah i do want the walking the walk! when I saw you had your review out I closed the gaming bolt one so fast they couldnt even produce a "final verdict" for some other game that hasnt even dropped yet (i preordered in december, glad theres no bad surprises here)

  • @zankheal
    @zankheal 2 года назад +2

    This was the review that I've been waiting for. Please keep the reviews coming + walking the walk videos! Peace and take care.

  • @TogetherAxe
    @TogetherAxe 2 года назад +43

    Anyone running through the comments. Stop and buy the game now there is no world where u regret your purchase

    • @Sealy_boy
      @Sealy_boy 7 месяцев назад +2

      I regretted it and just got my refund from Steam :/

    • @johnnyflannigan136
      @johnnyflannigan136 7 месяцев назад +2

      ​@@Sealy_boygames an absolute masterpiece.. You didnt play it....obviously.. Go play fornite

    • @Sealy_boy
      @Sealy_boy 7 месяцев назад

      @@johnnyflannigan136 played it for three hours. Sorry me not liking the game hurt your feelings.

    • @Themadladi
      @Themadladi 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@Sealy_boy you can’t play for 3 hours if you refunded it

    • @Sealy_boy
      @Sealy_boy 6 месяцев назад

      @@Themadladi that’s what I thought too. Technically it was 2.6 hours so I was nervous Steam wouldn’t do it, but luckily they did haha

  • @JohnSilverHawkins
    @JohnSilverHawkins 2 года назад +5

    I'm not sure if I've ever been as excited for an iron mask, as when I saw it on your character after that character creator showcase.

  • @SwashBuccaneer
    @SwashBuccaneer 2 года назад +19

    Can't wait to experience this. Another amazing review. As always, my main source of reviews.

  • @tle90
    @tle90 2 года назад +2

    Just wanted to say thank you for your reviews. When it comes to games I'm interested in you're the first content creator I look to for a review and it's been that way for years, but I only just noticed that today. Good stuff man.

  • @SunnySoCal
    @SunnySoCal 2 года назад +4

    wow your reviews never cease to anaze me i will definitely be picking this up friday i always wished dark souls had a bit more wiggle room sometimes the fights are so confined this open world opens up new opportunities

  • @pinkworm5348
    @pinkworm5348 2 года назад +208

    I'll watch that after I'm done with the game, I somehow managed to avoid any leaks and spoilers for almost 3 years. I know its a great review as always!

    • @Dezzyyx
      @Dezzyyx 2 года назад +15

      Same, that's why I just listen to the reviews not watch the video

    • @MaverickJay1977
      @MaverickJay1977 2 года назад

      I only wish I had your restraint! Enjoy the game!

    • @SocietyKilledTheUnicorn
      @SocietyKilledTheUnicorn 2 года назад +3

      If only I found the souls like combat fun.. which is the whole motivation of this game. I hope the loading screen between deaths is shorter, it's immersion breaking

    • @DeathComeInPeace
      @DeathComeInPeace 2 года назад

      @@SocietyKilledTheUnicorn What other game's combat do you find fun?

    • @SocietyKilledTheUnicorn
      @SocietyKilledTheUnicorn 2 года назад

      @@DeathComeInPeace DMC 5 is very tight. Bayonetta. Even nioh was better than souls. Ghost of Tsushima had very tight sword play as well, on lethal difficulty you die within two hits.
      Haven't played sifu yet but heard that it's exceptional as well.
      Edit: forgot sekiro, the masterpiece that, that game is

  • @enochroot9438
    @enochroot9438 2 года назад +246

    Just the review I've been waiting for, the most honest reliable insightful opinion as ever

    • @BeastnHarlotDFO
      @BeastnHarlotDFO 2 года назад +2

      Look at mortismals channel, under rated

    • @nestroit5010
      @nestroit5010 2 года назад +1

      definitely, ACG is a well trusted source, really appreciate his work.

    • @sheldonjplanktonn
      @sheldonjplanktonn 2 года назад +2

      ACG is the gold standard in reviews

    • @leanformeme8470
      @leanformeme8470 2 года назад

      @Seth Taylor as far as I know no you can't remove the compass.

  • @spartandud3
    @spartandud3 2 года назад +75

    I would just like to say how much I appreciate your reviews. There have been times where I disagree with your opinions but I never feel like I've been misinformed about anything. You provide so much information that 99% of the time I know whether or not I'll be interested in getting the game afterwards, even if I end up liking something you didn't or vice versa. You do fantastic work and this video is no exception. Thank you.

  • @michaelbulls5872
    @michaelbulls5872 2 года назад

    Love you brother, have been following you for all these years and the content is still spectacular. Thx for all of your hard work man. Appreciate it!

  • @bobbob-cd9yl
    @bobbob-cd9yl 2 года назад +25

    Elden ring imo kinda also makes me feel like a new dragons dogma done right would be awesome

    • @eX8jbn
      @eX8jbn 2 года назад +8

      Its a shame Capcom was in dire straights at that point. Dragons dogma 2 is long overdue

    • @raccoonofmotivation20
      @raccoonofmotivation20 2 года назад +3

      You know it's being made right now, right?

    • @bobbob-cd9yl
      @bobbob-cd9yl 2 года назад

      @@raccoonofmotivation20 yeah heard the rumors

    • @drunkensailor112
      @drunkensailor112 2 года назад

      Dragon's dogma was my favorite game of the 360/Ps3 generation and I can't wait for its sequel

  • @vexmyth0clast
    @vexmyth0clast 2 года назад +4

    Been waiting for this review for months. Thanks for the great content as always.

  • @danielreichard9082
    @danielreichard9082 2 года назад

    Excellent review. Very detailed, covers all the bases I was curious about, and good sense of humor. Thanks for the info👍

  • @calzos
    @calzos 2 года назад +2

    You're reviews are always top notch! Clear, concise, and full of content. Hope you're doing well!

  • @moonlightreaper6869
    @moonlightreaper6869 2 года назад +40

    Beyond hyped at this point i hope everyone is in a position to chill out and play some elden ring good luck on the lands between my fellow kinsmen

    • @pHixiq
      @pHixiq 2 года назад

      Snow storm might mess it up for me but god I hop not

    • @moonlightreaper6869
      @moonlightreaper6869 2 года назад

      @@pHixiq Yeah i always think weird stuff happens to us gamers just before a great game is about to release hopefully the storm calms 👍

    • @FindingCreatures
      @FindingCreatures 2 года назад

      Someone named moonlight reaper would definitely say this..

    • @moonlightreaper6869
      @moonlightreaper6869 2 года назад

      @@FindingCreatures 🤣

  • @senshai1267
    @senshai1267 2 года назад +3

    loved the idea that there is no hint of the place to go next to . basically expecting you to be smarter . brilliant !!

  • @jonsilence1842
    @jonsilence1842 2 года назад +1

    this is why i always hit you up for reviews first. thanks bro for having out backs once again

  • @nev3132
    @nev3132 2 года назад +8

    Nicely done! Trending Top 8 and never a schill. By far the best game reviewer on the internet.

  • @yourneighborhoodfriendlyme4242
    @yourneighborhoodfriendlyme4242 2 года назад +68

    This game coming out this good is a W gamers need right now. Really enjoying Lost Ark, God of War, and Dying Light 2 on PC, all this year! 2022 looking RIGHT!!!

    • @shinski8114
      @shinski8114 2 года назад +5

      you gotta try horizon forbidden west next!

    • @shinski8114
      @shinski8114 2 года назад +4

      even pokemon arceus is amazing.

    • @formarkv
      @formarkv 2 года назад +4

      @@shinski8114 right? We are being spoiled this year for sure

    • @tomgu2285
      @tomgu2285 2 года назад +1

      @@shinski8114 hfw is meh

    • @davidraquepas2344
      @davidraquepas2344 2 года назад

      Poutine came here to say : NOPE

  • @ranran2218
    @ranran2218 2 года назад +30

    Such a great and honest in depth review. This game will be challenging but I think also very rewarding. Cant wait to give it a try. Thank for the review ACG!

  • @sportbrown83
    @sportbrown83 2 года назад +1

    You deserve all the subscribers! Been a fan for a long time and still can't believe how few followers you have. I enjoy basically everything you do, keep grinding! I appreciate you.

  • @GavinRamonShow
    @GavinRamonShow 2 года назад +1

    Not watched yet as I busy doing RUclips content. I just wanna say it’s people like you who inspired me man. Elden has been on my list along with Horizon and I’m gonna watch your reviews now. Perfect games for me to get back in the swing. You’re the ONLY channel in all media I take advice from. You are genuine, detailed and honest.
    I love your content and like so many, we appreciate your grind. Respect from the UK

  • @HAL1138
    @HAL1138 2 года назад +4

    Great review as always man! Can’t wait to jump into this in two days!
    Kudos on playing without any online guides or hints! A true feat!

  • @surft
    @surft 2 года назад +11

    Can't wait to see Karak doing a Walking the Walk while fighting a difficult boss.

  • @lorenzolepori5489
    @lorenzolepori5489 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the review man. You're one of the best out there when it comes to unbias quality reviews. Keep it up 👍🏻.
    Peace.

  • @Fyke816
    @Fyke816 2 года назад +2

    I appreciate you updating the title after the patch. Most channels would just leave it as is.

  • @noah9942.
    @noah9942. 2 года назад +4

    You can attach through walls like enemies. Always could. Though for many weapons, jumping attacks are the only consistent way to do so

    • @lolitsajoke77
      @lolitsajoke77 2 года назад

      I can’t seem to get hits consistently. It’s like I need to start swinging my sword 5feet before the enemy

  • @Gruso57
    @Gruso57 2 года назад +8

    FromSoft made the right choice giving ACG an early copy! Hell yes

  • @dannyg5727
    @dannyg5727 2 года назад +1

    This was the only review I needed and wanted to see. Thanks for getting it out so fast. This will be a day one for me now.

  • @3jake5mee
    @3jake5mee 2 года назад

    The reviews have amazed me. No need to apologize for the 30 min video, the longer the better (heh) love your content keep it up man

  • @gabrielrodrigues499
    @gabrielrodrigues499 2 года назад +3

    Dude, once again, amazing review! You continuously show how a game review should be done, wether I agree with you or not! Keep up the amazing work!
    Ps. Just finished Dar Souls for the first time and I’ll start bloodborne now! Can not wait to play elden ring next!

  • @tonberryhugs6435
    @tonberryhugs6435 2 года назад +6

    As someone who started following FromSoftware back on PS3 with Demons Souls, this game is one of my top 5s of all time. And zero performance issues for me on PS5.

  • @smooth_9248
    @smooth_9248 2 года назад

    22:17 There is a setting somewhere in the game that allows you to choose the default button type that shows on the HUD. I changed mine to show Keyboard and then went back to Controller.

  • @Doofledurf
    @Doofledurf 2 года назад +7

    Hey, ACG. I loved the depth of this review. I agreed with the majority of what you said, though there was something I wanted to point out. You mentioned the game not giving you any sort of indication as to whether or not you've visited a location, need to return to a location, etc. This isn't actually an issue because the map allows you to place several different types of markers, allowing you to annotate your map. I use these to mark bosses I still need to fight, puzzles I've yet to solve, good areas to grind souls, etc.

    • @jarlwhiterun7478
      @jarlwhiterun7478 Год назад

      Where are souls in this game? I've spent hundreds of hours and never heard of souls.

    • @m74d3
      @m74d3 10 месяцев назад

      ​@jarlwhiterun7478 he means runes. They were called souls in the dark souls games so he's using that terminology out of habit, but they're called runes in elden ring

  • @VoicelessScream
    @VoicelessScream 2 года назад +14

    As always, what a freakin awesome review - on point, covers all angles and does it well, damn, you`re good a this! Would you say this one does better than the other FS in making a range/magical build truly viable ? Sorcery/Prayers were a massive disappointment in DS3.

  • @KindOldRaven
    @KindOldRaven 2 года назад +5

    Another weird thing... Elden ring has a ''RayTracingQuality'' setting in its Graphics config file, which is standard set to ''low-mid-high-ultra'' dependin on what baseline you've chosen. Another weird thing is that my PC seems to run the game itself fine 1440p high (3700x, 16gb ram, 3060ti) at 60fps, outside of the weird stutters in the overworld when traversing, mostly.

  • @MsRais123
    @MsRais123 2 года назад

    You normally watch a game review once or twice and its gone but this? This is something else! I watch it everyday,its just so god damn entertaining! Damn awesome work man.

  • @Binyamin.Tsadik
    @Binyamin.Tsadik 2 года назад +1

    There is an option to show keyboard shortcuts vs controller shortcuts.
    You have to select it to change it.

  • @joshhagan4816
    @joshhagan4816 2 года назад +118

    This game is a must buy after watching this. Glad it’s got so much variety :)

    • @svenversteeg5486
      @svenversteeg5486 2 года назад +1

      Is it though?

    • @lollyguy1266
      @lollyguy1266 2 года назад +2

      @M M Yeah they said they're working on it so we'll see. Doesn't affect me cause I play on ps5 and it runs great but I feel bad for the PC users. Hope that gets sorted out for ya man!

    • @tyler9123
      @tyler9123 2 года назад

      @M M As an entrenched fan boy of the souls series... I have to agree.

    • @akira20ish
      @akira20ish 2 года назад

      Trash

  • @Kagiiiii
    @Kagiiiii 2 года назад +5

    Really appreciate all the effort you put into your reviews, I'm so stoked for this game!

  • @darylccc
    @darylccc 2 года назад

    Great honest review as always.
    Also good affirmation that I made the correct decision pre-ordering my first game in 3 years, the last being Sekiro.

  • @jmacknyc
    @jmacknyc 2 года назад

    22:05 There is a setting to change the button prompts, they don't automatically change based on your input!!

  • @WinstonHofler
    @WinstonHofler 2 года назад +35

    Let’s go!!! Two days before release. The anxiety is killing me. Just give me Elden Ring!

    • @franklin4302
      @franklin4302 2 года назад +5

      just so you know, it is releasing a lot of places early depending on where you are at! I'm on USA West coast and it releases at 3pm tomorrow!

  • @fluoridegood
    @fluoridegood 2 года назад +4

    Wretch is what I’m planning to start with. Not my usual choice here, but something about an open world where I have to scavenge and use the gear I happen to stumble upon rather than start with, seems very appealing!

  • @blessedheavyelements8544
    @blessedheavyelements8544 2 года назад

    Amazing level of detail and knowledge! Thank you very much for your concise analysis. Very helpful! Best Regards! Subscribed.

  • @boomson3082
    @boomson3082 2 года назад +1

    I love your reviews. Been watching a long time but realized I never subscribed. Checked that box today. Keep it up!

  • @brandonputnam1687
    @brandonputnam1687 2 года назад +106

    I had a feeling this was gonna be something special but I wasn't expecting the reviews to be this good across the board. Looks like we have a masterpiece on our hands.

    • @positivevibesrfc
      @positivevibesrfc 2 года назад +5

      It will be if they can improve performance on series X and PS5 and hold to 60fps.

    • @reveredrobin9457
      @reveredrobin9457 2 года назад +4

      @@positivevibesrfc Is it not 60fps locked? not bothered about 4K.
      Tbh I just played Bloodborne few month ago at 30 and I thought that run brilliantly

    • @wilhelmolofsson965
      @wilhelmolofsson965 2 года назад

      @@reveredrobin9457 on ps5 it drops to 55 but on the series X it drops down to 45

    • @reveredrobin9457
      @reveredrobin9457 2 года назад +4

      @@wilhelmolofsson965 Thanks for info, will grab it on ps5 then. Their games often tend to run better on Sony consoles for whatever reason

    • @HaosOnline
      @HaosOnline 2 года назад

      @@reveredrobin9457 it 100% different across the board. Some people are having issues others are not even on ps5

  • @schnitzel9003
    @schnitzel9003 2 года назад +6

    The art direction of this game is very difficult for me to describe. It looks like a mix between the medieval aspects of Dark Souls with the most bright, pleasant, heavenly looking hellscape, and a slight hint of Valheim.

  • @mantistobbogan6728
    @mantistobbogan6728 2 года назад

    Awesome review as usual ACG. Got my copy this morning. Can't wait to get into it

  • @morrowthewizard3945
    @morrowthewizard3945 2 года назад

    Thank you for continued reviews they help alot

  • @benjif1380
    @benjif1380 2 года назад +18

    This may be the best month in gaming history. Elden Ring, Horizon Forbidden West, Dying Light, Cyberpunk 1.5, Ollie Ollie World, Sifu. Out of all those games I choose this and it's a really tough choice.

    • @CoercedJab
      @CoercedJab 2 года назад +8

      Lmao you must’ve been born in the past 5 years

    • @akira20ish
      @akira20ish 2 года назад

      Horizon is all I like

  • @kingofthesharks
    @kingofthesharks 2 года назад +6

    Crazy how you can power thru the depths, breadth, and stress of Horizon + Elden and still write fantastic witty reviews of proper detail and length. What a champ

  • @mash2481
    @mash2481 2 года назад

    Your one of my trusted reviewers that I go to when a new game comes out. Thanks for all the candor!

  • @rofflesvanwagon
    @rofflesvanwagon 2 года назад +2

    Already got it preloaded on my series x. Unlocks 9pm pst. Only a few hours to go!

  • @kingofthesharks
    @kingofthesharks 2 года назад +7

    GRRM: "hmmmm maybe I should stick with these guys instead of tv showrunners"

  • @totallymojo
    @totallymojo 2 года назад +22

    Great video.
    I was on the fence on buying this but when I hear you talk about it I once again realize I just don't like souls games.
    Even if they look cool and interesting, gameplay still aren't something that I'd enjoy.
    Thanks for saving me a buy ACG.
    Enjoy Elden Ring everyone.

    • @ACGreviews
      @ACGreviews  2 года назад +2

      Glad I could help

    • @riffgroove
      @riffgroove 2 года назад +1

      Same.
      "Ah.... It's the new Dark Souls game. I didn't like Dark Souls."
      Saved me a purchase.

    • @Captain.AmericaV1
      @Captain.AmericaV1 2 года назад

      If you've ever played *Dragons Dogma,* you should like this as it feels like a more forgiving *Dark Souls,* with *Dragons Dogma* elements thrown in to make a fantastic game.

    • @riffgroove
      @riffgroove 2 года назад

      @@Captain.AmericaV1 Dragon's Dogma was okay at best.
      Best part of it was the boss-fights.

    • @Captain.AmericaV1
      @Captain.AmericaV1 2 года назад

      @riffgroove fair enough. I loved it, especially the dark arisen dlc.

  • @viktor_v-ughnda_vaudville_476
    @viktor_v-ughnda_vaudville_476 2 года назад

    I was apprehensive about watching any reviews before I got my hands on it because of how some or most game reviewers don’t give honest opinions and especially don’t have respect for the thin line they have to walk when coming to lore or showing or talking about things that are important to long time fans but I love how you review games you are my number 1 reviewer and I clicked you review without a second thought because I know the quality of your reviews and once again you (and skillUP) were perfect with your reviews and I appreciate everything you put out thank you for being you and doing what you do the way you do it. Umbassa

  • @El_Cid-40
    @El_Cid-40 2 года назад

    @2:18 hat tip to Hawkeye Gough’s bow movement

  • @jeffrey4531
    @jeffrey4531 2 года назад +3

    Many games in the past, when I was growing up had that figure it out yourself, throw you into the fire kinda of feel.
    For some it can be tedious, but I always loved Souls games for keeping that tradition.

    • @Ice9kills78
      @Ice9kills78 2 года назад

      I would agree with ya...but here's my issue. Ive tried every soulsborne game and can't get into it...well for one I'm not a fan of the combat, but for 2, it does throw you in the deepend. And if you've never played one b4, it can be quite the turn off to some. I'm 43, been gaming all my life and these types of games are the only ones I've been truly lost in...and not in a good way, so it's turned me off. Maybe they should throw an optional tutorial for ppl when first jumping in vs having to go online and find out what this is or that. I don't need ultra hand holding, but a bone here or there might help bring in those of us that are on the fringe.

    • @ucpham9910
      @ucpham9910 2 года назад

      @@Ice9kills78 u need wiki when play ds

    • @Ice9kills78
      @Ice9kills78 2 года назад

      @@ucpham9910 how bout just play something better...which is what I do. 😊

  • @jj515789
    @jj515789 2 года назад +14

    With all the great games launching this year, this is my most highly anticipated Game of The Year. I'm glad it looks like a really good game and is receiving a lot of praise in reviews.

  • @babyknight
    @babyknight 2 года назад

    You earned my sub you g explained really by and straight to the points 🔥🔥

  • @Corndog1
    @Corndog1 2 года назад

    Thanks for the review! Hope you are well! Excited to purchase this and preload now. RUclips stop putting my man down.

  • @iamgates7679
    @iamgates7679 2 года назад +20

    like most of us I have been beaten into the ground with shattered expectations around games the last few years. So i tried to temper all excited about this title; your fantastic review and others I’ve read has given me the green light to be STOKED AF. Thanks for doing your thing. Cheers!

  • @4040chocolate
    @4040chocolate 2 года назад +5

    Always nice to have a game live up to the hype and released in a good state.

  • @qwormuli77
    @qwormuli77 2 года назад

    If anybody else has that issue of not seeing the KB+M prompts while playing with one, there is a separate toggle in the menu to set it manually to KB+M. Did it before my first run and it has worked wonderfully so far.

  • @Astrosicebear
    @Astrosicebear 2 года назад

    thanks for the great review. Legit gave me the info to make a purchasing/not purchasing decision.

  • @sajohnson09
    @sajohnson09 2 года назад +3

    Elden ring went from a joint game between GRRM with no release date for months (much like his winds of winter) to out before BoTW 2 which were both announced like 3 years ago.... Went from almost no news at all to full release... Still no news on the other one.

  • @Palavon_of_Shiraz
    @Palavon_of_Shiraz 2 года назад +10

    I was really hoping because the developers were flaunting GRRM that this would perhaps have a deep story. But if it did, ACG would have said something a little more about it.
    For someone whose main turn off from DS is the lack of constant narrative, I may as well take this as "It's Dark Souls... but big." Shouldn't have expected otherwise. Guess I'm stuck with Nioh (which isn't even FS) and Sekiro.
    Note: I LOVE DS gameplay. But I'm sorry. I DO get bored of games with very few cutscenes.

    • @lollyguy1266
      @lollyguy1266 2 года назад +3

      Strange take honestly but I respect it. Personally, I would rather piece together the lore myself than have it spoon-fed to me. Well I hope you can enjoy it nonetheless!

    • @KingHoborg
      @KingHoborg 2 года назад +4

      @@lollyguy1266 'Spoon-fed' is a bad word for what I think they're describing. I think they're more referring to the ability to play a game and be pulled into an active narrative. If I were to make a guess, it sounds like it would be like Red Dead Redemption 2 versus Dark Souls.
      Red Dead has a clearly defined story and the world has lore sprinkled around that you can find if you so choose, while Dark Souls has a story that is more shrouded in mystery where the lore you must (in many cases) actively look for is very important to filling in the blanks. Both are great games and provide satisfaction to the player when they experience it, but they go about it in very different ways.

    • @RJMacReady1
      @RJMacReady1 2 года назад +3

      Wha-? The amount of cutscenes has an influence on your opinion of a game? Thats….thats a new one.

    • @leanformeme8470
      @leanformeme8470 2 года назад

      Weird take ngl but respectable

  • @josephjvr6509
    @josephjvr6509 2 года назад

    This was a fantastic review. Thank you for putting the time in.

  • @FrontLineMarine84
    @FrontLineMarine84 2 года назад

    As always, top notch review. Can't wait for the walking the walk for this game as I'm strolling through the over world myself lol. Thanks again for doing what you do best.

  • @adamrasmussen9939
    @adamrasmussen9939 2 года назад +2

    First game I pre-ordered in years. Saw SkillUp's review and took advantage of his GMG discount code..ngl felt a little dirty for doing it....but its out tomorrow and I knew I was gonna buy it, so I figured I may as well preload it...Elden Ring looks like it could supplant Skyrim as the standard by which all others are measured...although I doubt it will ever come close to replacing Skyrim as king of the re-release....

  • @themattissue
    @themattissue 2 года назад +4

    Still watching but awesome review !! I think this would be an ideal game for a walking the walk video, might be difficult making it to certain locations though lol!
    A few suggestions for a walking the walk:
    -Cyberpunk 2077 (this is my #1 honestly, although there are many bugs, it is such an immersive world with a ridiculous amount of detail)
    -Skyrim
    -Red Dead Redemption 2
    -Stalker
    -Batman Arkham series
    -Fallout 4/New Vegas
    Been a viewer for many years, thank you for all the amazing content.

  • @reals1998
    @reals1998 2 года назад

    For anyone wondering, there is a setting under UI settings that allows you to switch the button prompts to the mouse and keyboard counterparts. :)

  • @RouGhpF
    @RouGhpF 2 года назад

    i usually go too two content creators on youtube for my reviews! its you and skillup.. so ill just say keep going and ill be here watching!!

  • @michaelk4792
    @michaelk4792 2 года назад +5

    Got it preordered...can't wait...I like how this review calls out the ancient and cumbersome inventory system I've never liked..seems like they have innovated a bit but I would like to see more innovation in equipping things and more user friendly ways of knowing what the heck things do haha

  • @zaddyzeeseburgnutz
    @zaddyzeeseburgnutz 2 года назад +11

    All souls games have their issues, I don't think anyone was expecting a completely flawless experience if you're familiar with fromsoft games. Looking forward to playing it tomorrow!

    • @derekofbaltimore
      @derekofbaltimore 2 года назад +11

      Actually i think some people ARE expecting a flawless experience

    • @Ice9kills78
      @Ice9kills78 2 года назад

      Yeah I'd agree...I think ALOT are seeing it as the next coming. I personally am not looking forward to this tbh, but it's coming rn thru gamefly...so I'm gunna give it at least a fair shake. Never enjoyed soulsborne games...but still at least try each one.

    • @drinkswatere
      @drinkswatere 2 года назад +1

      It comes out on the 25th right? so day after tomorrow!..?

    • @statickmatti6938
      @statickmatti6938 2 года назад +2

      @@Ice9kills78 not to Be that guy but of you played every soulsborne game and didint enjoy them pretty sure you could have been sure about not liking them after max 2

    • @zaddyzeeseburgnutz
      @zaddyzeeseburgnutz 2 года назад

      @@derekofbaltimore some are, but I said people who are familiar with the series.

  • @loganroberts6935
    @loganroberts6935 2 года назад +1

    This is all I’ve been waiting for to listen to on my 30 min drive home from work. So pumped already preloaded on the box

  • @eschbornplaya91
    @eschbornplaya91 2 года назад

    Like that Review but it was really hard watching him try the "backstab" and didn't even land one 😅 can't wait for Friday 🙏🏾

  • @theguitargod12
    @theguitargod12 2 года назад +6

    Skipped right to the last 5 min, closed my eyes, and you said everything I needed to know. It sounds like I will not regret my pre-purchase. Thank you!

  • @cobrien4007
    @cobrien4007 2 года назад +6

    Great review! As I thought, it doesn’t look like my kind of game but super happy for everyone excited that they are getting an incredible experience.

    • @SteCollects
      @SteCollects 2 года назад +1

      Have you tried any of the soulsborne games? Just give one of them a go and if you like it i’m sure you’d enjoy this. Elden ring looks very similar to dark souls 3 from what I can see

  • @ag0nii
    @ag0nii 2 года назад

    You can change the display of the buttons in game in the settings meny.

  • @whodunit6939
    @whodunit6939 2 года назад +1

    12:00 You didn't have to do my man Varro from Spartacus like that.