Does it matter if I start with Dark Souls 3?

You can start with any game, though the gameplay in 3 is probably the hardest. If you haven't played another Souls title you are in for a rough ride, but the gameplay is more refined than the other two games. This game is brutal, be prepared for that.
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Do I need to play anything before Dark Souls 3?

Definitely play DS1 first, reasons being: - DS3 is a direct sequel to DS1 and you won't even understand the intro video if you've never played DS1. Of course, a lot of people simply don't care about the story, but it absolutely won't make sense without having played DS1 first.
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Is Dark Souls 3 the best 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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Does it matter what Dark Souls game you play first?

Some will suggest starting with the original Dark Souls, as it marked the beginning of the franchise and gives you a broad overview of what the series offers. While Dark Souls 1 is a great place to start, from a gameplay standpoint, we'd recommend diving into Dark Souls 3 first.
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Can I go straight to Dark Souls 3?

Short Answer: Yes, you'll be fine. More defined answer: The first thing to note is that Dark Souls 2 story wise is very disjointed from the other two games. Dark Souls 1 and 3 take place in the same area whilst Dark Souls 2 is in an entirely different place and such has a a lot of dissonances with the other two games.
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Is Dark Souls 3 harder then 1?

If anything, DSIII is much harder, at least in the back half. The first game front-loads its difficulty, peaking with Ornstein & Smough at approximately the halfway point, and from there it's all downhill- none of the bosses in its latter half are anywhere near as challenging, at least once you figure out their tricks.
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What not to do in DS3?

  • Don't Consume Boss Souls.
  • Don't Use Up All Your Stamina.
  • Avoid Unnecessary NPC Killing.
  • No Running at the Pool.
  • Don't Join Rosaria's Fingers (Not At First, Anyway)
  • Don't Give Dark Tomes to Irina.
  • Don't Send Greirat to Irithyll (Without Backup)
  • Using an Ember Can be Hazardous to Progression.
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Which Dark Souls is best for first time?

Best Order To Play All The Soulsborne Games
  1. 1 Sekiro.
  2. 2 Bloodborne. ...
  3. 3 Dark Souls 2. ...
  4. 4 Dark Souls. ...
  5. 5 Demons Souls. ...
  6. 6 Dark Souls 3. The third Dark Souls game is a refined culmination of its predecessors. ...
  7. 7 Elden Ring. Elden Ring is a great way to jump into the genre, because it is the most newcomer friendly among its siblings. ...
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Is Dark Souls III hard?

Dark Souls 3 is the Dark Souls of Dark Souls. It's possibly the hardest game in the series, and you will want to scrape together each and every advantage you can when facing off against its toughest foes and most fearsome bosses.
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In which order should I play Dark Souls?

Finally, the following Order is proposed for you to a appreciate the series progression and evolution of its main features :
  1. Dark Souls.
  2. Dark Souls 2.
  3. Dark Souls 3.
  4. Demons' Souls.
  5. Elden Ring.
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Is Dark Souls 3 easier than DS1?

Overall to summarize, some area in DS1 are designed way better than DS3 (especially Blightown and Anor Londo), there is much more exploration required in DS1, however bosses are harder in DS3.
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Which class for beginners Dark Souls 3?

If you've come from playing an easier game genre, be a Knight. You'll have a high armour rating, a stable shield and high strength and vitality. In other words, the beginnings of a tank build. Dark Souls 3 was originally very kind to dex builds.
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Which Souls game to play first?

You can start with any game, though the gameplay in 3 is probably the hardest. If you haven't played another Souls title you are in for a rough ride, but the gameplay is more refined than the other two games.
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Is Elden Ring better than Dark Souls 3?

Elden Ring is better, from a PVE perspective. However, Dark Souls 3 has a far superior PVP. Elden Ring for sure. Open world was unlike any other game.
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Can you play Dark Souls 3 without being invaded?

Finally, the best way to avoid being invaded is to forgo cooperative play altogether. Dark Souls 3's invasion system prioritizes worlds that have more than one non-red phantom in them. Should the player summon allies for co-op, whether NPC or a real player, the game will mark that instance as a priority for invaders.
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Which is harder Elden Ring or Dark Souls 3?

Elden Ring can be a lot harder than DS 3, if you are determined to beat every boss/area alone and without decent exploration. However, what (to my mind, at least) separates Elden Ring from DS 3 and indeed every FromSoft title to date is that you will never hit a brick wall and have no alternative.
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Is Dark Souls 3 harder than Sekiro?

I have played both games various times and reached the conclusion that Dark Souls 3 is harder. I may be biased because I played Sekiro first, but even then I still believe DS3 is harder and here is why. Sekiro has a lot of mechanics to help you get good at the game.
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Do you have to play Dark Souls 1 and 2 before 3?

I'd recommend you to play the first game then the second and finally the third, since in dark souls 2 and 3, there are tons of references from the first game. But do you as you want, but be warn, you might miss some lore and references.
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What is better Dark Souls or Skyrim?

As someone that has played both (Skyrim first, Dark Souls last) I'd say that many people don't appreciate the mechanical excellence of Dark Souls w.r.t Skyrim haphazard combat system, and, most importantly, probably the lack of direction/obscurity in game mechanics and paths to progress in Dark Souls.
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What is the hardest Dark Souls?

The 15 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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Does dying matter in ds3?

And unlike in previous games, Dark Souls III doesn't punish you for repeated deaths with a steadily dwindling health bar. So the only thing you really lose are any Souls you've collected – Souls being the main currency in the game.
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What soul level should I stop at ds3?

For the most activity, you want to stop at SL120 [+10] (or 133 if you really want to push your advantage).
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How to play Dark Souls 3 for beginners?

9 essential Dark Souls 3 tips to know before you play
  1. Save Your Souls. ...
  2. Allot Your Estus. ...
  3. Get An Early Boost. ...
  4. Keep Rolling. ...
  5. Use The Environment. ...
  6. Find An Explanation. ...
  7. Healing Miracle. ...
  8. Don't Trust Chests.
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Which is longer Dark Souls 1 or 3?

Dark Souls 3 is shorter than both DS2 and 1 if you're the type of person to rush through areas and to the boss as quickly as possible. If you explore every nook and cranny of what is probably their most compacted areas to date, then you'll find it's pretty close to DSII time to find everything you can in one NG.
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