While probably not the most fleshed-out entry in the series, Dark Souls II is still a much better action RPG than most. There are way too many subpar bosses and enemy placement is questionable, but build diversity is great and the combat is super fun (twinblades rock!)

2016

What a game! Furi was my introduction to "challenging" games, and man what an introduction it was. Beating the game was already rewarding enough, but beating it again on Furier, going for S-ranks and noticing how you can keep improving at the game was an experience unlike any other I had had with videogames up to that point.

And let's not forget the OST... Extremely fitting for the game, and an OST I keep as a playlist for whenever I have to focus.

Over the top Hack'n'Slash with straightforward combat, awesome setpieces and an insufferable protagonist. Fun for a playthrough or two.

The puzzle solving was a ton of fun, the hidden puzzles everywhere, the hidden challenge... all of that was amazing. However, the game is also extremely pretentious, the world feels unnecessarily empty and there is no positive feedback loop in place.

FF X-2: Probably among the weakest entries in the series. I didn't enjoy the overall theme of the game, the story (the ending doesn't help) nor the dressphere system.

What a game. The atmosphere immediately drew me in, and the fast combat was fun from start to finish.

Great boss quality throughout (obviously there are a few that are rather hit&miss), good level design despite levels being isolated, and very good DLC.

Fantastic game with both fun and intricate combat (at least on Death March), as well as an engaging story. The world seems alive, the quests meaningful. Both DLCs are fantastic, massive and a joy to play through.

Also Gwent... What a great minigame!

Good game for a single playthrough, frustrating game to complete 100%. Collecting all "hints" bored me to death, as the game forces you to play like a 2-year old.

Otherwise, it was a unique experience, but unfortunately not one I remember for the good parts of the game.

Beautiful game. Although I'm not usually a fan of slow-paced games, the story in this game was captivating, and each sequence unique. The game is fairly short, too, and doesn't overstay its welcome.

My first experience with FromSoft titles, and what an experience it was! I adored the setting, the atmosphere, the grotesque enemies... And the combat. Satisfying, fast, visceral.

The storytelling was unlike anything I had experienced up to that point, but the game was so compelling that I spent hours upon hours reading up on lore, watching lore videos and just generally learning about Yharnam and its inhabitants.

I had heard many good things about this game, and while the atmosphere was great, most of the puzzles were pretty basic. The game doesn't overstay its welcome, however, and is definitely worth a playthrough.

I had a good time with this one. I generally enjoy 2D games a lot, and this one offers a grim and dark, oppressive atmosphere and fun combat.

The skill-tree is not the most intuitive though, and can be unnecessarily overwhelming for a game that is otherwise relatively straightforward.

This was a game with a unique mechanic that was fun at the beginning but became a bit boring as the game continued. Not a bad game by any means, just not one that resonated with me too much.

With a cute character and beautiful Scandinavian scenery, Unravel is a unique platformer with a strong emphasis on puzzle solving and not so much on precision.

The game is on the easy side and could have been more challenging, even the deathless runs through each level are relatively easy to achieve.

Really fun and hectic game, perfect for couch-coop! Can easily be played with someone that is not necessarily well-versed with videogames.