Action · July 29, 2021
Eldest Souls (2021)
Depths of the Forgotten - FREE EXPANSION Eldest Souls now includes ‘Depths of the Forgotten’: a free, major expansion which introduces a new and perilous region, three new bosses, a selection of special weapons, a weapon customisation system, and an all-new, obliterating ability. Entrenched within the very bowels of existence, far removed from the moon’s pale radiance, rots an ancient abyss: The Forgotten Depths. It is as these unfathomable reaches, that Eksyll caged those that no longer served his abysmal purpose; a general with naught to command; an heir of crippling malcontent; and a King, consumed with the elongation of his own hollow existence. The very world, and all within it, had long forgotten these forlorn souls, until now… Step forth into the void once more, brave warrior. For the deepest depths are calling, and froth with the bitterest vengeance. About the Game Following centuries of servitude, Man finally rebelled against the Old Gods, imprisoning these colossal calamities within the sacred walls of the Citadel. But an evil stirred within... In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind is fading, with but a glimmer of hope remaining. Heavy is the burden that lies on one lone Warrior. Armed with a greatsword… of the purest Obsydian. Challenging Combat Fast-paced and challenging souls-like combat awaits, where every moment counts. Yet fortune favors the bold, and defeating the Old Gods may grant the player powers beyond mortal comprehension. Boss Brutality Eldest Souls focuses on the toughest and most engaging of combat encounters - the Bosses! - with each Old God presenting a new and unique challenge for the player to overcome… with fitting rewards for those who triumph! An Ancient Kingdom As you explore the labyrinthine passages, in search of the Old Gods, you’ll encounter intriguing NPCs, compelling questlines, and a series of dark and ominous mysteries. Slowly uncover the truth behind the Old Gods and their agelong imprisonment... Pixel Perfection Bask in the pixel perfection of the consecrated Citadel, dripping in gorgeous 16-bit attention-to-detail. But don’t gaze too long. This monument of Human triumph has long been forgotten, and something dark has taken root deep within. Your Build. Your Rules. Every encounter with the Old Gods presents its own unique challenge… and rewards. Claim their celestial powers to unlock a vast array of unique Talents and Abilities, ready to customize your own combat style from a multitude of combinations. FEATURES: Battle your way through a series of uniquely challenging combat encounters. Discover a cast of intriguing NPCs and questlines as you explore the ancient Citadel. Unearth the mystery of the Old Gods, before total devastation befalls the World. Bask in the glorious pixel-perfect graphic style, dripping in gorgeous attention-to-detail. Your Build. Your Rules. Customize your own combat style from a multitude of ability combinations.
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Community Tag Signals
Tag weights reflect how many Steam users voted each descriptor — larger pills = stronger consensus.
- Pixel Graphics · 250
- Souls-like · 241
- Dark Fantasy · 236
- Action RPG · 229
- Singleplayer · 224
- Difficult · 220
- Indie · 202
- Hack and Slash · 190
- Isometric · 182
- Action · 163
- Lore-Rich · 162
- Boss Rush · 110
- Fantasy · 85
- Adventure · 84
- Anime · 72
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Position in Action
| Metric | This title | Genre position |
|---|---|---|
| Review volume | 3.8k Steam reviews | Top 69% in Action |
| Positive rating | 73% positive | Genre average: 83% — this title sits in top 83% |
| Metacritic | 76/100 | Genre average 77 — top 62% of Action titles |
| Engagement hours | 4 h average | Top 83% for session depth among Action |
Localization Coverage
Interface / Subtitles (11)
- English
- French
- Italian
- German
- Spanish - Spain
- Simplified Chinese
- Japanese
- Korean
- Polish
- Portuguese - Brazil
- Russian
Reception Metrics
Steam community
73%Mostly Positive · 3.8k reviews
2.8k positive · 1.0k negative
Metacritic
76/100 critic aggregate
Metacritic user score
6.0/10
Curator recommendations
2.8k
Press Quotes
“A gorgeous souls-like that’s all about the (infuriatingly good) boss battles” 8/10 – IGN “Eldest Souls is an experience no fan of the Soulslike genre will want to miss” 9/10 – Hey Poor Player “Eldest Souls offers so much replayability, in so many ways” 9/10 – Game Tyrant
Features & Capabilities
Community
- Steam Achievements
- Steam Trading Cards
- Steam Cloud
Input & Comfort
- Full controller support
Other
- Single-player
- Family Sharing
Release & Availability
| Release date | Jul 29, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Developer | Fallen Flag Studio |
| Publisher | United Label, CI Games |
| Base price | $1.99 -90% |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Estimated owners | 100k–1M |
| External links | Official site · Metacritic page · [email protected] |
Engagement Profile
All-time avg
4h
brief (under 5 hours)
Median
3h
Typical completion time
Achievements
50
Steam unlocks available
Editions & Packages
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