What to do before finishing ds1?

Before finishing Dark Souls 1, you should fully explore optional areas like the DLC, upgrade your gear (especially weapons to +15 and Estus), collect all Titanite Slabs/Chunks, farm valuable drops, buy all available spells/miracles/pyromancies, kill all NPCs for their unique items/hammers, and make sure you've maxed out kindling every bonfire for the best start to New Game+ (NG+).
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Does DS1 put you straight into NG+?

New Game Plus starts automatically after completing the game by defeating Gwyn, Lord of Cinder and watching one of the endings. Completing the game again in New Game Plus or any subsequent iteration starts a new iteration, commonly referred to as New Game++ (NG+2), New Game+++ (NG+3) and so on.
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Why is Dark Souls 17+?

Dark Souls Remastered is rated M for Mature 17+ by the ESRB with Blood and Gore, Partial Nudity, and Violence. This is an adventure role-playing game in which players battle monsters and collect souls to lift an undead curse.
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How many hours does it take to finish DS1?

Dark Souls 1 typically takes 30-50 hours for the main story on a first playthrough, but can range from under 10 hours for speedruns to over 100 hours for completionists who explore thoroughly and struggle with its challenging combat. Average times often fall around 40-70 hours for a thorough first run, with extra content pushing it to 60+ hours, and 100% completion potentially exceeding 100 hours. 
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Is Dark Souls good for your mental health?

Yet the series has earned a large and dedicated fanbase of players who found the ``Dark Souls'' games to be a unique and unforgettable experience. For some, it helped them overcome depression, anxiety, addiction, suicidal thoughts, and other mental health issues.
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What is the no. 1 scariest game?

1. The Last of Us. In a hostile, post-pandemic world, Joel and Ellie, brought together by desperate circumstances, must rely on each other to survive a brutal journey across what remains of the United States.
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How many endings does DS1 have?

Dark Souls 1 (DS1) has two main endings: "To Link the Fire" (the Age of Fire) and "The Dark Lord" (the Age of Dark/Man), both triggered by a choice after defeating the final boss, Gwyn. One involves sacrificing yourself to rekindle the First Flame, while the other involves walking away to usher in an Age of Dark, with no definitively "good" or "bad" outcome, just different cycles for the world. 
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Is armor important in DS1?

Yes, armor matters significantly in Dark Souls 1, primarily for its Poise (stagger resistance) and damage reduction, but it's a balancing act with mobility; heavy armor lets you tank hits and heal/attack through minor attacks, while lighter gear enables fast rolls, making it crucial to find a mix that suits your playstyle, especially with the unique <25% equip load for fast dodging. 
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Which is the hardest Dark Souls game?

There's no single "hardest" Dark Souls game; it depends on what you find difficult, but Dark Souls 3 (DS3) is often cited for its fast, complex bosses and aggressive enemies, making it tough on first playthroughs. However, Dark Souls 2 (DS2) is notorious for artificial difficulty via overwhelming enemy ganks and some punishing areas, while Demon's Souls (DS1 predecessor) is brutal due to old-school mechanics like losing health in soul form and less frequent checkpoints. 
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Did Zelda inspire Dark Souls?

Yes, Dark Souls was significantly inspired by The Legend of Zelda, particularly Ocarina of Time and Zelda II, borrowing core mechanics like Z-targeting, sword-and-shield combat, emphasis on exploration, hidden secrets, challenging dungeons, and deep, subtle lore, though Dark Souls amplified these elements with its trademark difficulty, mature themes, and focus on player-driven storytelling. 
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What's the hardest video game ever?

There's no single "hardest" game, but top contenders include FromSoftware's Souls-like games (Dark Souls, Sekiro) for punishing combat, retro classics like Ghosts 'n Goblins (one-hit kills) and Battletoads (infamous Turbo Tunnel), precision platformers like Cuphead & Super Meat Boy, and infamous indie challenges like I Wanna Be the Guy (troll traps) and Getting Over It (frustrating physics). The hardest often depends on your weakness: reflexes, pattern recognition, or patience. 
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Are they making Dark Souls 4?

No, a Dark Souls 4 is highly unlikely, as director Hidetaka Miyazaki and FromSoftware have indicated the trilogy is complete, with Dark Souls 3's DLC wrapping up the story, and the studio prefers creating new IPs like Elden Ring. While there are always rumors and the possibility of other teams working on it, the main creative force seems focused elsewhere, viewing Dark Souls 3 as the definitive end to the core series. 
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Does Killing Gwyn start NG+?

After "beating" Dark Souls, more specifically the final boss Gwyn, the credits will roll and you will be brought back to the beginning of a new game. This is known as NG+ (or New Game Plus), with the + at the end increasing with each playthrough.
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Can you platinum DS1 in 1 playthrough?

Dark Souls: Remastered contains a total of 41 achievements, including its Platinum Trophy. There achievements are not missable, and are unlocked during your first playthrough of the game's main story.
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What happens if you sin in DS1?

The Blade of the Darkmoon covenant gets to invade and kill people who have sins. The more sins you accrue, the higher you are on their "bounty" list and the more you are likely to get invaded. Other than that sins have zero affect on the game.
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What is the most op weapon in DS1?

There's no single "best" weapon in Dark Souls 1, as it depends on playstyle, but the Black Knight Halberd (BKH), Zweihander, Claymore, and Great Scythe are consistently top contenders for their power, early availability (BKH/Zweihander), or versatility. The BKH offers immense damage early on, the Zweihander's pancake attack trivializes many enemies, the Claymore is a solid all-rounder, and the Great Scythe boasts high DPS and good range.
 
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How to get 20 flasks of Dark Souls?

To get 20 Estus Flasks in Dark Souls, you must defeat the boss Pinwheel in the Catacombs to get the Rite of Kindling, then use Humanity at bonfires to kindle them three times, increasing the flasks from 10 to 20 at that specific bonfire, explains Reddit users, IGN, and GameFAQs users. 
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What is the bad ending in DS1?

The Dark Lord

This ending is obtained after exiting the arena where the Chosen Undead felled Gwyn instead of lighting the bonfire. All the primordial serpents bow before the new ruler, the Chosen Undead, who has thus become the "Dark Lord".
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How many total bosses are in DS1?

Dark Souls Remastered features a total of 26 bosses, including the main game's encounters, optional fights, and the three bosses from the Artorias of the Abyss DLC, making for a massive roster of challenging foes. 
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Which horror game is banned?

Banned horror games often face restrictions due to extreme gore, disturbing themes (like child endangerment in Lucius or cult practices in Horses), or controversial political content (Devotion), leading to sales bans on platforms like Steam/Epic or outright bans in countries like Germany, UK, or UAE (e.g., Manhunt, Horses, Mary), with reasons ranging from explicit violence and sexual content to data privacy issues.
 
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Can people with PTSD play horror games?

Emotional Processing and Catharsis

Horror movies and video games often evoke strong emotional responses, ranging from fear and anxiety to relief and exhilaration. This emotional rollercoaster can serve as a form of catharsis, helping individuals process complex emotions associated with their trauma.
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What is scientifically the scariest game?

MADiSON was scientifically recognized as the "Scariest Video Game of All Time", by The Science of Scare Project from Broadband Choices who has set out to scientifically measure the scariest forms of entertainment available. 200 participants were invited to play over 45 horror games released in the last three decades.
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