"Dark Souls is difficult and frustrating, but you can do great things in the game. This is the sequel to the PS3 exclusive Demon's Souls, which became a cult hit due to its dense third-person gameplay and punishing difficulty. Every battle can have dire circumstances, and if you rush through an environment, you may find things that end your life very quickly. Control your movements, make good decisions about where to engage in battle, and be aware of everything around you—and you may succeed. Imagine playing a game of Dungeons and Dragons where your Dungeon Master is plotting your death at every turn. He may hate you, but he still has to play by the rules, and the rules leave room for success..."