Soulslike - Discussion, News, Memes
This is a community for discussion, news, and memes pertaining to the video game sub-genre "soulslike".
Given Lemmy's size, the definition of soulslike may be treated relatively loosely. While games like the numerous FromSoft titles, the recent Star Wars Jedi games, Lies of P, Nioh and similar games should be the focus, games that incorporate soulslike elements - like Hollow Knight and Blasphemous, for example - may also be discussed here.
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[BB] This enemy is so difficult!
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[DS1] Anyone struggling with the gargoyles?
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I have an on and off playthrough of eldenring going on right now, stuck on Commander Niall at castle sol. I'll have real long breaks, like month long between picking it up and getting stuck (violently angry) and butting it down (deleting the game). The worlds, landscapes, themes, characters, designs, music, and even the cryptic storylines I just complained about, I adore.
On our current playthrough, I just said fuck it and started using summons. They're part of the game - who's to stop me from using them. Plus, I feel like many fights are balanced around the fact that summons exist, so not using them puts you at an immediate disadvantage. Did the same for Niall, who was also giving me quite a bit of trouble, and beat him. Black Knife Tishe is pretty bonkers if you get your hands on her. Maybe your level is not high enough too? Farming up a little wouldn't hurt. Or maybe you could try switching up your weapons. I know some people frown upon it, but the tried and true sword & shield combo is a classic for a reason.