Questions tagged [demons-souls]
Demon's Souls is an action role-playing game for the Playstation 3. Set in a dark fantasy world, players journey to the fictional kingdom of Boletaria, which is being ravaged by an accursed fog that brings forth demons that feast on the souls of mortals.
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Can I return to the nexus to use my souls before fighting the boss?
In Demon Souls, in order to level up, I need to return to the Nexus. Can I return to the Nexus through the Archstone, in order to level up before fighting the boss?
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Is the Chosen Undead the same person in both Dark Souls and Dark Souls 2?
I have not finished playing through either, but I find myself wondering if the chosen undead is supposed to make it through all of Dark Souls, and be the main character in Dark Souls 2? And is the ...
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Does Bloodborne exist in the same universe as the Dark Souls games?
I have heard of small "easter eggs", such as the priest in Bloodborne saying "Umbasa". There's not much online - anyone know for sure?
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Demon's Souls: I keep dying
In Demon's Souls, I keep dying. I gave up on the game eventually, but it's really addicting. I try to gather souls, but when I upgrade my character, I feel no change. I know it's really hard, but how ...
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Are items carried over to a NewGame+?
So I'm just about to go fight the last Arch Demon in Demon's Souls. Obviously, I know there is a NG+ but are my items carried over into this? If they're not it makes sense to either consume them for ...
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Eerie music in the Nexus
I'm in the Nexus in Demon's Souls and have progressed fairly far through the game. I've just completed World 4, the Shrine of Storms.
I've noticed some quite eerie organ music playing in the Nexus ...
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What are the purpose of Soul Remains?
I've been playing Demon's souls again recently and I'm at Shrine of Storms (4th pillar clockwise). It seems that Soul Remains has a high drop rate amongst the Skeleton enemies.
Looking at the ...
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Killed Ostrava as a Black Phantom but can't loot him
In Demon Souls, right before you fight Old King Allant, I had to fight Ostrava. He was in Black Phantom form. When I dealt my final blow, it pushed him onto the brick wall banister of the staircase ...
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Where is the Black Maiden?
Just started playing Demon's Souls again. I played through the Tutorial area and then went to the Nexus. I didn't bother going to speak to her and just ran straight through right up to the Phalanx ...
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How to consistently play Demon's Souls with a friend?
I want to consistently play (co-op) Demon's Souls with a friend online. Assuming we are both new to the game:
What is the earliest we can start playing together? Can we start playing together ...
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Can I play Demon's Souls over LAN?
It appears Demon's Souls online will be turning off soon.
I have 2 PS3s; after the servers go offline will I be able to play the game with a friend over LAN?
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Is it possible to complete Demon's Souls 100% if I play offline?
Atlus will be taking down down the Demon's Souls servers (North American ones, at least) on May 31st.
I haven't got around to finishing Demon's Souls yet but I want to achieve a Platinum trophy in ...
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Will playing offline affect trophy acquisition?
I'm picking up Demon's Souls again so I can play through it before the servers close. However, while trying to plan for a trophy run and somewhat efficient playthrough, everything I've read recommends ...
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What is the relationship between Dark Souls and Demon's Souls?
I just got a hold of Dark Souls but I have never played Demon's Souls before. I know the games are related and was just wondering to what degree in terms of storyline, characters, etc.
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Do I get an advantage from having a shield on my back in Demon's Souls
In Demon's Souls, do I get any advantage from carrying a shield on my back?
Also, do I get any bonuses from items equipped in my non-active equipment slot? For example, I have a sword and a shield ...
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Can you permanently miss the dragon buster sword in Demon's Souls?
Yesterday, I killed the Dragon God in Demon's Souls. Since I died a few times trying, I didn't do it with pure white tendency. Afterwards, I got a glimpse at the Dragon Buster Sword in the rock and ...
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Do I need to be familiar with the PS3 controller to succeed in Demons Souls?
I am intrigued by the Multiplayer offered by Demon Souls, and after hearing so much about it I am quite keen to give it a try. The problem is I have not touched a PS3 controller before (and it has ...
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Missables in Demon's Souls
Are there any items I should be looking out for before I lose the chance to get it? I've read about how there are no missables on this game because everything is available again at NG+, but what about ...
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How does magic power affect buffing spells in Demon's Souls
How are various shielding spells in demon's souls affected by increasing the Magic skill (not intelligence). Duration? Shielding effect? Amount of MP spent?
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Defeating the False King (Demon's Souls)
I'm having some difficulty defeating the False King boss (1-4). Would anyone like to share their tips?
I've tried:
Fire Spray roasting
Physical Melee (Sharp Winged Spear +5 and Purple Flame Shield +...
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Effectively dealing with Gargoyle in Demon's Souls
I'm having problems with the Gargoyles in world 3-2. I'm a Royal class and I tend to rely on magic. When the Gargoyles are far enough away can take them down with several shots from Soul Arrow, but ...
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There is a quick and/or accurate way to kill a crystal lizard in Demon's Souls?
After the fifth lizard I missed to kill, I was wondering: there is a weapon which is the best to do this? All blade weapons don't hurt it because is too short and don't hit it. The crossbow is ...
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How much are each of the different souls worth?
From Unknown Soldier to Renowned Hero, plus for defeating bosses you get souls which you can use to gain various amounts of souls.
It would be nice to know how much each is worth. For example, to not ...
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Is there a way to increase the range at which I can lock on to enemies?
Enemy archers in Demon's Souls will see me and start shooting at me from really far away. Is the range at which I can lock on to them increased by a stat or is there a ring that would increase the ...
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How do I get out of Soul Form?
I'm playing Demon's Souls, and dying a lot. I've seen a message that says "while in soul form, your HP is halved." Other than starting a new game and not dying, how can I get out of soul form?
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Recommended order to clear stages in Demon's Souls?
I finished the first stage of the Boletarian Palace (1-1) and I'm trying to clear the second (1-2) and the first of the Stonefang Tunnel (2-1). What order for clear all the stages do you recommend? I ...
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Demon's Souls: Recommended early stats leveling path for Magician class
I'm about 10 hours into Demon's Souls with a Magician class character. I've defeated Phalanx and have started on the leveling path.
Can anyone recommend the most useful early stats leveling path for ...
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What is the purpose of the fog barriers?
I've recently started playing Demon's Souls, and I was wondering what use the fog barriers served. There aren't any prerequisites to go through them; you only have to hit X to "Enter Fog" and the ...
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Is there a way to defeat Vanguard (the first boss)?
In the fight with the first boss (the winged demon with the giant club) I died because it was so difficult. The game does continue on afterwards. But I wonder, is it possible to defeat him, and do ...
