After success Dark soul The series, in the last few years there has been no lack of quality souls of action games since Triple-A and India developers. Despite many studios that regular souls are regularly, it is no wonder that the creators of the Fromsoftware genre have released the vast majority of the highest titles.
Even with the established formula for the genre associated with constant experimentation, adds freshness and lending elements from other genres, and other studies often lack the same level of imagination as the Hidetaka Miyazaki team. Regarding a unique setting, a rich tradition and boss and combat variety, nothing is in line with Software, except for rare exceptions. With this in mind, let's look at the best Soulslikes since 2025, sorted by their opencritic score.
Elden Ring
Score: 95
Undisputed king of the genre, Elden Ring It is not only the highest soul ever made, but also one of the most respected games in general. The cooperation between Hidetaka Miyazaki and George RR Martin created a real masterpiece in the open world, while the sophisticated soul brought to a huge world, unlike others.
Two years later, Shadow Erdtree paved Elden Ring's An unbeatable condition in the genre, score on average 94 and offers as much content as some of the main separate RPG. It's hard to imagine anything icing Elden Ring Whenever soon, Miyazaki himself said that the game is not perfect – but the studio is getting there.
Demon's soul (2020)
Score: 92
The original classic soul returns with the previously invisible glory: Demon's soul remake It emphasizes how special the original game for Sony was and how essential it is to honor the roots of the genre. If only more PS3 games received the same modern treatment.
Revived in stunning details of BluePoint Games, Demon's soul It remains among the best start names for any console and is still one of the few real exclusive PS5s. A definitive way to experience a game that all started, Demon's soul He is ready to test even the most hardened souls.
Bloodborne
Score: 91
The real jewel of the PlayStation 4 era, Bloodborne It is unfortunate enough to be limited to one platform, while PC players have long for a port or remake that never has to happen. This obstacle aside Bloodborne he has established himself as necessary games such as the soul, inspires many followers who have tried to capture their unmistakable vibration.
Of course nothing is completely upheld Bloodborne's Absorbing the feeling of survival of Yharnam and its night danger, associated with scary enemies and aggressive fighting. Really unique game and reason for ownership of the PlayStation console.
Sekiro: Shadows die twice
Score: 90
Probably the least pure souls such as Actionware action titles, Sekiro: Shadows die twice It leaves many well -known elements, including RPG statistics and characters' development, as well as the rich arsenal of weapons and skills, building its struggle around the timing and reaction of players and emphasizing secrecy.
However, this new breed of souls ended generally awarded critics and players Sekiro is The combat system was often considered the peak of a sword -based game. By separating yourself in a new niche, Sekiro: Shadows die twice It is probably easier for players without years of experience in other souls, making newcomers easier to accept the unique rules of the game.
Dark Souls 3
Score: 90
Build on the rich heritage of the series, Dark Souls 3 He has gained his place among the highest games of the soul of the decade, although some can say that he relies on his predecessors more than he should. It is great, but offers too few clear features and somewhat linear levels that eventually hold them back.
Although the title may not meet the expectations of each fan due to a short developmental cycle, it is the closest game Elden Ring One can find, with a well -known approach to difficulty, fight and design task. Traditionally, some sections and encounters with the boss are as strong as it gets, with a fantastic atmosphere, music and now-iconic characters.
Nooh
Score: 88
Nooh
10/10
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February 7, 2017
Finally breaks mold, Nooh stands as a rare example of a soul that nephromSoftware that scored comparable to the games of studio and has as many fans as hard as The Dark soul series. Ninja's own approach to the genre carries fruit as Nooh represents a complex balance of layered combat systems, Diablo-How the prey and emphasis on cooperation pear-all is being built in a clear supernatural version of feudal Japan during the late Sengoku period.
While the sequel scored a little lower, it currently stands at 85, it's hard to say that Nooh 2 is in any way lower than the original, so almost every player who enjoyed the first Nooh He is likely to have a set. Now it's up to Nih 3 To match his predecessors and in 2026 he pushed the series into new heights.
Dark Souls 2
Score: 88
Although they are among the most more produced of the Soulslikes fromssoftware, Dark Souls 2 Surprisingly high, he scored and still has an army of devoted fans who recommend it on every occasion. While the title begins to show your age, no remastered versions available, the sequel Dark soul It remains an important cornerstone for the whole genre and even Miyazaki himself said that the game “carried the rest of the series”.
Interestingly, Dark Souls 2 It offers two editions with remarkable differences and it is difficult to say which one is the best. Players can decide The scholar of the first sin – the most complete and most refined edition Dark Souls 2 This also includes all DLC and scored an average of 87, but some fans still believe that the original edition is a way to go.
