Is Dark Souls 2 or 3 better?

Since Dark Souls 3 came out later it has better visuals overall but the difference isn't big and it's not worth considering when you are deciding which of these two games to pick. Dark Souls 2 has somewhat better scenery than Dark Souls 3, but that's because of the story.
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Why is Dark Souls 2 the best?

Not only is Dark Souls 2 bigger, it's full of more interesting characters, weapons, and areas. There are so many more toys to play with when you start up a fresh Dark Souls 2 run, and it's important to appreciate that when news of the Elden Ring release date still seems so distant.
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Is Dark Souls 3 or Nioh 2 harder?

Both games also offer a variety of enemies and bosses which are unique and interesting to fight against. The last thing that is worth mentioning is the difficulty of these two games. Nioh 2 is a lot more challenging than Dark Souls 3, it has more replayability and a lot more content.
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Why is Dark Souls 3 more popular?

So, even by the Steam versions alone, Dark Souls 3 was magnitudes more popular than its predecessors. Why was that? In short, the game is much easier to get into than the others in the series. The UI is more accessible, and gameplay sets itself out in a much clearer way.
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Is Dark Souls 3 good for beginners?

Dark Souls III is arguably a more easygoing Souls game than its predecessors, however, in that it gives players a little more leeway as they learn and provides something of an easier time getting into the game. It's still no walk in the park, but it might not be as ruthless as previous titles.
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Is Dark Souls 3 a long game?

When focusing on the main objectives, Dark Souls III is about 32 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 96½ Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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Will there be a Dark Souls 4?

Dark Souls 4 will probably not release until around 2024 or later as From Software is currently focused on Elden Ring, so any further projects that aren't announced or far in development will likely not be out for a couple of years.
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How long is ds3?

According to the "Dark Souls 3" game guide on gamepressure, the base game length is about 32 hours. This is the length if the player elects to largely avoid doing any of the side quests or defeating any of the optional bosses that are present throughout the game.
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Which Dark Souls game is hardest?

The 14 Hardest Dark Souls And Souls-Like Games, Ranked
  1. 1 Dark Souls 2: Scholar Of The First Sin. The least favorite Dark Souls of most fans, many players would say that Dark Souls 2 was the easiest in the series.
  2. 2 Bloodborne. ...
  3. 3 Dark Souls. ...
  4. 4 Hollow Knight. ...
  5. 5 The Surge. ...
  6. 6 Dark Souls 3. ...
  7. 7 Demon's Souls. ...
  8. 8 Salt and Sanctuary. ...
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Is bloodborne more difficult than Dark Souls?

A Gothic horror/Lovecraftian take on the Dark Souls formula, FromSoftware's Bloodborne is more difficult than the Souls series.
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Is mortal shell harder than Dark Souls?

Mortal Shell adheres fairly close to the Dark Souls formula with slight deviations to keep things fresh, starting with the general difficulty of the title. A game isn't truly considered a Soulslike if the difficulty isn't ramped up, and Mortal Shell checks that box easily when it comes to all types of enemies.
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Which Dark Souls game is longest?

Meanwhile, Dark Souls 2 is the longest of the Soulslike FromSoftware game, coming in at 37 hours for the main story and a massive 27 hours for the side quests alone. This takes the total time to complete the main story and side quests of the Souls series to a whopping 191 hours.
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Is Dark Souls 2 easy?

Dark Souls 2 stands out for having an ideal difficulty level. The first Dark Souls is considered too hard, and the third is too easy. It could be said that Dark Souls 2 got the difficulty just right.
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Is Dark Souls 2 Difficult?

To say Dark Souls 2 is all about its difficulty is ridiculous – yes, it is a tough, unforgiving video game, but the Souls experience is more about the tight combat, exploring the world and working out which weapons and armour suit your playstyle.
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Why is Dark Souls 3 so hard?

It's a Japanese game and most Japanese games are challenging. Like Mario Brother before it, Dark Souls has only one difficulty setting, painfully punishing bosses and optional activities that make you want to cry. If you're having trouble with Dark Souls 3, I'd advise you to start as a Warrior or a Knight.
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How long is ds2?

Dark Souls 2 has a ton of content. It has a lot of areas to explore and bosses to fell within, but not all of them are required to beat the game. According to howlongtobeat.com, which crowdsources its completion time estimates, Dark Souls 2 takes around 45 hours to beat.
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What is the best Dark Souls game to start with?

Dark Souls 3 (PS4, Xbox One, PC)

For those wanting the flavor of the main Souls series, but in a more contemporary package than the original, Dark Souls 3 is another great starting point.
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How many endings does Dark Souls 3 have?

With four different endings — against two endings each on both Dark Souls and Dark Souls II — Dark Souls III gives players enough tools to scrutinize its convoluted lore and find at least partial truths amidst a crumbling world.
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What is considered the hardest boss in Dark Souls?

The 15 Hardest Boss Fights In Dark Souls History, Ranked
  1. 1 Darkeater Midir - Dark Souls III.
  2. 2 Slave Knight Gael - Dark Souls III. ...
  3. 3 Nameless King - Dark Souls III. ...
  4. 4 Dancer of the Boreal Valley - Dark Souls III. ...
  5. 5 Ancient Dragon - Dark Souls II. ...
  6. 6 Kalameet - Dark Souls. ...
  7. 7 Gwyn - Dark Souls. ...
  8. 8 Ornstein and Smough - Dark Souls. ...
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Can you beat Dark Souls 3 in a day?

The story of Dark Souls 3 alone offers an abundance of content and secrets, and will easily take you around 30 hours to beat the final boss and call it a day. Of course, this can fluctuate depending on the difficulty you face with each of the bosses and areas.
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How long does it take to 100 Dark Souls 2?

When focusing on the main objectives, Dark Souls II is about 44 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 120 Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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How many bosses are in ds3?

In total there are 19 bosses in the whole game, with 6 of them being optional.
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