Highest Rated FromSoftware Games On Steam

FromSoftware Inc. Is a name synonymous with challenging gameplay, incredible boss fights, and impeccable world-building. Over the years, the company has consistently delivered gaming experiences that push the boundaries of the medium. FromSoftware's unapologetically difficult game mechanics and rich universes have garnered a dedicated fan base, who compete between themselves to see who can beat the games with more ease, resulting in “No Death” and “No Damage” challenges.

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As players indulge in these games, they have experienced both frustration and satisfaction, as they embark on journeys that test their skill, patience, and resolve. Here are some of the highest-rated games by FromSoftware on Steam.

Updated on August 4, 2024 by Mark Sammut: The article has been updated with galleries for each game, along with sections dedicated to the expansions available on Steam.

8 Metal Wolf Chaos XD

Steam User Rating: 84%

Devolver Digital and FromSoftware Inc. Came together in 2019 to remaster Metal Wolf Chaos, which was first released in 2004. The unique storyline features a betrayed United States President named Michael Wilson who must battle the military led by his Vice President Richard Hawk to survive.

There are over a hundred weapons to choose from when equipping Wilson’s mecha suit, but only eight can be selected. Each mission in this third-person shooter is filled with numerous enemies with tanks, choppers, and an interactive environment that can take damage.

7 Dark Souls 2: Scholar Of The First Sin

Steam User Rating: 85%

Following the commercial success of Dark Souls 2, a remastered version was released with support for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, which was not considered during the original’s release. It contained all three DLCs which expanded on the already strong story campaign of the game, running at 1080p and 60 fps, which was a huge deal at the time.

The gameplay is as brutal as ever, featuring boss fights with incredibly complex move sequences and the ability to drain a player’s health points in just a few hits. Like the vanilla version, Scholar of the First Sin has a somewhat mixed reputation, with its world consistency and repetitive bosses garnering a fair amount of criticism. That said, this is still largely an impressive Soulslike.

6 Dark Souls 2

Steam User Rating: 87%

Dark Souls 2 was released in 2014 and instantly became a hit, although it garnered some blowback due to incorporating several changes that were not particularly well received. Nowadays, this entry is considered to be FromSoftware's black sheep, at least when it comes to Soulslikes. Still, that does not mean Dark Souls 2 has nothing to offer as the campaign is still packed with intense boss fights, good build variety, and impressive environments.

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The health reduction mechanism after each death –which is reversible– punishes sloppy play, making players give it their all to clear the game. Despite being the least-rated entry in the Dark Souls trilogy, it is still a really good game.

Dark Souls 2 Expansions

While Scholar of the First Sin is the most worthwhile version due to including all three expansions, they can also be purchased for Dark Souls 2. Here are their scores:

5 Dark Souls Remastered

Steam User Rating: 91%

Although preceded by Demon's Souls, Dark Souls was the breakthrough release that properly put FromSoftware on the map and established Soulslikes as a prominent subgenre of action RPGs. The 2011 game has led a not-so-great life on PC, with the Prepare to Die edition notoriously requiring a fan-made patch to work properly. When Dark Souls Remastered hit the scene in 2018, the previous iteration was removed from Steam, a move that was not particularly received well by the public.

Putting all that stuff to the side, Dark Souls is a landmark title dripping in atmosphere and featuring some of FromSoftware's best level design, particularly during the first half of the campaign. The remaster also comes with the DLC, which adds a couple of great boss fights to a project already overflowing with them.

4 Armored Core 6: Fires Of Rubicon

Steam User Rating: 91%

FromSoftware’s latest game is mecha-based, and it is the most accessible entry in the Armored Core IP, a series that long predates the likes of Demon's Souls. It mainly features vehicular combat as players pilot massive mecha suits called Armored Cores. Customization is a huge part of the game, letting players design their mechas to suit different needs, enhancing their abilities and playstyle.

The story campaign is as intriguing as ever, but the online arena mode that pits players against each other is the cream of the crop. Getting rid of the debt system which made players lose money for failed missions was a major improvement over the previous installments in the Armored Core franchise.

3 Elden Ring

Steam User Rating: 92%

FromSoftware's first attempt at an open-world game was a huge success, creating a world with immaculate lore and detail. While the company was a known property by 2022, Elden Ring blew all expectations away, becoming a mainstream hit in the process.

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The combat system, intriguing bosses, fight difficulty, and customization system are some of the best seen in gaming. However, the bugs in the PC release negatively affected its Steam User Rating, even if it was for a little while, resulting in it being ranked third despite being FromSoftware’s best game.

Shadow Of The Erdtree Expansion (71%)

Elden Ring's long-awaited expansion generally went down well, garnering near-universal praise across the board. However, the DLC's Steam User Rating is considerably lower than the norm.

Now, there are a couple of reasons behind Shadow of the Erdtree's lower average on Steam; however, the main one is likely its somewhat rough launch on PC. While it will likely vary depending on somebody's setup, the expansion has reportedly shown performance issues on PC. Beyond that, some of the boss fights are more frustrating than fun.

Still, Shadow of the Erdtree is a great and substantial release that is basically the length of a new game.

2 Dark Souls 3

Steam User Rating: 94%

The final part of the Dark Souls trilogy is arguably the best, as it has by far the best gameplay out of all three entries. Weapon and shield skills unique to the items were introduced as a way to activate special moves and abilities, bringing more variety to combat.

Dark Souls 3 featured bigger areas that encouraged exploring, while also emphasizing the RPG elements like a more detailed character builder. It was a timely end, with fans beginning to experience fatigue in the series due to a few releases in fairly quick succession.

Ashes Of Ariandel Expansion (59%)

The lowest-rated FromSoftware release on Steam, Ashes of Ariandel is the developer's only game or expansion to have a mixed average, and a fairly low one at that. Although not without its positives, the DLC can be frustrating to play through, especially for newcomers. It is also pretty short, which might be a positive considering its reception. That said, for all its flaws, Ashes of Ariandel has a fantastic boss fight against Sister Friede and Father Ariandel, which compares favorably to anything in the base game.

The Ringed City (84%)

Faring much better than Ashes of Ariandel, The Ringed City plays to Dark Souls 3's strengths more than its predecessor. For one, the game focuses on tighter level design rather than fairly open spaces, creating a more linear and fine-tuned overall experience. Beyond that, The Ringed City has four pretty great (and challenging) boss fights, including the epic Slave Knight Gael encounter.

1 Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

Steam User Rating: 95%

FromSoftware Inc. Decided to make a new Soulslike game without the RPG elements, and Sekiro was born. It also does away with the character creation and customization part but employs the use of a skill tree, ability, and gear customization to let players determine what complimentary playstyle they would like to incorporate.

The health points are also not as important in Sekiro, as the aim of combat is to break your opponent's posture to go in for the killing strike. Stealthy assassinations are also a part of the game, with the aid of the grappling hook and bushes that allow players to move around undetected.

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