Why "Dark Souls 4.5" Is ONE OF THE SUPRISE HITS OF THE YEAR (Lords of the Fallen 2023)
0In what is undoubtably a saturated sub-genre, it’s remarkable two games can release in quick succession which imitate the Soulslike formula but embellish on it in unique ways. Lies of P has been well received, but Lords of the Fallen (or Dark Souls 4.5 as the developer refers it in an interview) has reached the one million sales landmark in a rapid ten days, indicating a surprise hit.
Principal behind its success is clever, interweaving world design, precise, exhilarating combat, and immersive exploration through two distinct realms. Performance issues at launch might have hampered sales too, but the developer have been diligent in their reparation of any technical issues, and the result is a Soulslike game that’ll please veterans of the genre and newcomers alike.