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LTTP: BloodBorne
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Hydrargyrus
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DrunkShogun
Member
Good to hear you got the right attitude. A lot of people complain the game is difficult or harsh but you can almost always link the death to some mistake you made. Glad to hear your enjoying the game op.
I'm LTTP the same as you op. First souls game and loving it even though I suck. Well, im fine outside of the boss fights. I'm up to the third boss and almost had him yesterday. The second boss has been the hardest so far. Made me quit for a few days but the thirst for blood returned...
Interesting that you say that. I've never played any of the Souls series, but I rented Bloodborne when it released and spent a weekend with it and "felt like work" is kinda how I'd describe it. I never made it out of the first area, played through it I think 4 or 5 times. I only made it to the first boss once (where I died almost immediately), every other time I died somewhat close to the boss area.
I found it....frustrating. I totally get how some people get super into it, the trial and error of dying and figuring out exactly what went wrong, adjusting, getting further the next time, etc. For me personally, I just got tired of repeating everything after 2 days with it. I've been thinking of going back and giving it another shot recently, because I hate the feeling of "missing out" on a game that's so beloved (and I love the setting/horror in general), but I honestly think it's just not for me.
I know, I know, "git gud" or whatever.
i could talk all day about this game! its insane how much love was put into this world! the brilliant music, the fantastic design, graphics, the voice-actors, the story, action, fights, gameplay oh man the gameplay, the mystery, tension, fear, all the little details, everything is just perfect. and i'm extremely lttp myself.
i never played a souls game (the only game remotely similar would be nightmare creatures back in the day), and the beginning is f*ing hard, but after that, theres just no stopping this madness! i just love it!
..on a side note: the collectors guide from future-press is extremely well done and helpful. it adds a lot to the experience itself! if you have nobody to help you like in OPs case, its absolutely ok to use something like this in a game like this! i would've missed a lot of interesting and fascinating details.
bloodborne is my personal game of, well, a long long time!
"What's that smell? The sweet blood, oh, it sings to me. It's enough to make a man sick"
i never played a souls game (the only game remotely similar would be nightmare creatures back in the day), and the beginning is f*ing hard, but after that, theres just no stopping this madness! i just love it!
..on a side note: the collectors guide from future-press is extremely well done and helpful. it adds a lot to the experience itself! if you have nobody to help you like in OPs case, its absolutely ok to use something like this in a game like this! i would've missed a lot of interesting and fascinating details.
bloodborne is my personal game of, well, a long long time!
"What's that smell? The sweet blood, oh, it sings to me. It's enough to make a man sick"
GeNoMe
Member
I'd like to share a video with you guys who are either confused or interested about the lore in Bloodborne. It helped me a lot in understanding the story.
Bloodborne explained
Beware of spoilers obviously!
It made me love BB even more!!
Bloodborne explained
Beware of spoilers obviously!
It made me love BB even more!!
OrbitalBeard
Member
The best game released this year.
The best game released this generation.
One of the best games ever made.
It's going to be $20 at Target on Black Friday. Buy it.
The best game released this generation.
One of the best games ever made.
It's going to be $20 at Target on Black Friday. Buy it.
Aceofspades
Banned
Played all the big hitters this year but Bloodborne is my personal GOTY by a long shot. Such a masterpiece.
While I'm not playing it right now my friend is and he just beat
on his own, I'm so proud :')
Of course he was kinda overleveled at 47 but whatever.
The guy has barely touched video games for years so I was wondering how far he'd reach before dropping it, good thing he didn't. Just had to deal with the issue of getting used to the game like any soul beginner.
Shadows of Yharnam
Of course he was kinda overleveled at 47 but whatever.
The guy has barely touched video games for years so I was wondering how far he'd reach before dropping it, good thing he didn't. Just had to deal with the issue of getting used to the game like any soul beginner.
This, MGS V and witcher 3 are on my top three list.
After 25 hrs, witcher is kind of losing its steam, hope it gets better.
Witcher 3 open world is incredible but the story and combat is not keeping me engaged like it did few hours ago.
Currently
1. MGS5
2. Bloodbone
3, Witcher 3
After 25 hrs, witcher is kind of losing its steam, hope it gets better.
Witcher 3 open world is incredible but the story and combat is not keeping me engaged like it did few hours ago.
Currently
1. MGS5
2. Bloodbone
3, Witcher 3
Manny Calavera
Member
Simply one of the best games I've ever played. Can't stop playing or thinking about the game, it's that good.
OrbitalBeard
Member
It'll be $20 at Target.
Nope, not missable, but some might forget to take the turn that leads you to it. To find it, just go to that unlit house near the bridge and after going up go left.
WiseSplinteR
Member
Cleric beast is optional, you could miss it if you didn't completely explore the Central Yharnam area.
Super_Cobra
Member
easily the best game this gen. I recently started playing it again and discovered more places that have added more time and enemies. GOTY.
That feeling, tho, when the boss has only one pixel of health left, and you get greedy and get yourself killed.
This is so true. Why oh why can't I restraint myself? Controller meet wall, wall meet controller. And my neighbours definitely have heard me "enjoy" this game. A lot.
schwabdizzle
Banned
Amazing Game. I will be revisiting it after the DLC drops.
Of course it'll feel like work the first time. Say you decide to learn he piano. Well, the first few practice sessions are gonna feel like work because you're not yet able to play anything smoothly. Once you have just enough mastery of it, you can start having fun by just letting the fingers do their thing and enjoying the ride.
It's the same with Bloodborne. That first area trains you. If you're not able to kill Cleric Beast, it means you're still in training and don't have enough mastery. Not to mention if you're unable to clear the ennemies all the way to Cleric Beast.
So yeah, insist just a little bit, you're gonna be so happy you did and the skills you'll acquire will transfer to Dark Souls 3 and Bloodborne 2 and whatever, so it's a long term investment !
What weapon did you pick ? And maybe record yourself playing and share it in here, I'm sure you'll get some good advice that may unlock your progression.
When you get to the first boss, you can start leveling up your character in the hub area. Recommend getting the game again and trying again. I think it'll click at some point when you have a bit stronger character.
Cleric beast is one of the easiest bosses so just go find it and slaughter that prey!
Go now..............................or go to it at the end of the playthrough and kill it in 10 seconds
.but srsly if you want it to be bit challenging go fight it now.
Cyborg
Member
I must say I cheesed out the endings. Right before the end boss I copied my savefile and used it three times.I loved the game but didnt find it worth to finish the game 3 more times.
Ive started NG+ and now waiting for DLC
Necromanti
Member
The real adventure has yet to begin. Hopefully you enjoy it half as much as I did. There are few games that are quite as rewarding, in my experience. Plus, PVP was a lot of fun for me, too (when I didn't get double-teamed).
Cyborg
Member
It was for me the easiest platinum in the Dark Souls series.
That's probably because there isn't as much grinding as the Dark Souls platinums.
There's big shortcuts on all areas that let you go straight to the boss in less than a minute (especially if you evade enemies).
Magic Mushroom
Member
Aye. My game of the gen.
Thornton Reed
Member
shot right into my top 5 games of all time after finishing this masterpiece
Halph n Halph
Member
That was me last night fighting the Blood starved beast.That feeling, tho, when the boss has only one pixel of health left, and you get greedy and get yourself killed.
I too had #believe moment with a certain abhorrent one after many months of trying. Its the most satisfying experience I had all year. Bloodborne is my GOTY.
https://youtu.be/zrB5CBMj3-s
So many close calls.
https://youtu.be/zrB5CBMj3-s
So many close calls.
I mean sure DaS1 is harder overall, but the defiled dungeon is a requirement to get the platinum trophy and it's hardest than any trophy requirement in DaS1.
but that's just me. that being said I think the only thing for me that was harder to get than going through defiled dungeon is the friend's ring in Demon souls.
killing black phantoms to get the friend's ring was not fun
My GOTY also OP learn to use your gun it's very helpful.
Yeah at first I thought BB wouldn't have as deep lore as DS. I was wrong, so very wrong this game has so much crazy amazing stuff.
Yeah at first I thought BB wouldn't have as deep lore as DS. I was wrong, so very wrong this game has so much crazy amazing stuff.
ImBarryScott
Member
Funnily, I just started playing this again last night as it's my GOTY so far and I still haven't finished it (having children seriously affects your time to play games).
It can be a harsh mistress, though. Two hours last night and 50,000 blood echoes lost in two seconds to a stupid mistake in
. Evening wasted. But I'm still looking forward to going back tonight!
It can be a harsh mistress, though. Two hours last night and 50,000 blood echoes lost in two seconds to a stupid mistake in
the forbidden woods
nah. gameplay is so rewarding and you get a lot of unique enemies and items in the dungeons.
OrbitalBeard
Member
Yeah, they're a lot of fun. The main game is obviously better but the dungeons are still great and I hope they're brought back and improved upon if a sequel is made.
DrROBschiz
Member
Need to be in the GOTY talks
Currently doing a replay of this and its even better the second time
Now that I know my way around I have the freedom to play around with so many things with confidence
AND HOLY SHIT
Threaded Cane might be the best weapon in the game. GAWD I wish I recorded my darkbeast kill with it
Absolutely insane weapon when you figure it out
You are nuts!
Its trraditional dungeon crawling at its finest.
Im addicted to them and its an excellent way to hone your skills and beef up your character really fast early in the game
Currently doing a replay of this and its even better the second time
Now that I know my way around I have the freedom to play around with so many things with confidence
AND HOLY SHIT
Threaded Cane might be the best weapon in the game. GAWD I wish I recorded my darkbeast kill with it
Absolutely insane weapon when you figure it out
You are nuts!
Its trraditional dungeon crawling at its finest.
Im addicted to them and its an excellent way to hone your skills and beef up your character really fast early in the game
Pretty much the only thing I regret about selling my PS4. I got the plat for this game and it's definitely my GOTY so far. Now playing fallout, so it's gonna be between those two.
I would definitely play the chalice dungeons as the extra bosses are excellent. Also Ludwigs quality build for life :-D
I would definitely play the chalice dungeons as the extra bosses are excellent. Also Ludwigs quality build for life :-D
CitizenCope
Member
That grinding was a life saver for me. I didn't mind doing it either as the combat was so fun.
Thornton Reed
Member
oh man one of the last two bosses is the final cherry on top. You need to experience that fight its one, if not the best boss battles in the game
Gravy Boat
Member
It's pretty hard compared to most other major releases. I'm not even a 'Souls fan' so i'm not being elitist or anything, but I thought it was pretty difficult, at least initially. Took me at least 4 hours to reach the Cleric beast.
TheOfficeMut
Unconfirmed Member
Wow. Holy shit. With everything explained, the story is that much better. In an odd way, it's so dark that it depresses me.
Fucking hell yes. Great lore.
Gormless Noodle
Member
To be fair though, Bamco for some reason liked to use that for marketing purposes a lot (especially with DS2 I believe?). I'm not sure if it's that much on the Souls players. And although it's not as extreme as a lot of people think, it is quite challenging especially for first time players of this particular series of games. You do really need to adjust and get the hang of it, which is something that can take a few hours as ya can see with OP.
DrROBschiz
Member
Makes me even MORE pumped for Dark Souls 3
Since it looks like a bunch of iterations and improvements made across the board are crossing over
I fucking love From Software
Since it looks like a bunch of iterations and improvements made across the board are crossing over
I fucking love From Software