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So here’s the deal: Elden Ring Nightreign, yep, it’s nodding to FromSoftware’s earlier stuff by mixing some old-school vibes with new chaos, mostly with those bosses from Dark Souls. Let’s get it out there —Some bosses like the Nameless King? Yeah, they hit the nostalgia button. Like taking a step back in time, almost. But then, boom! The hype fizzles, because, honestly, most of these returning bosses? Total snooze fest.
Take some Dark Souls 1 or 2 bosses — when they show up, it’s, well, kinda meh. Sure, they were cool once, but now their moves feel old school, and after a bunch of retries, the shine’s gone. Yawn.
So anyway, Elden Ring Nightreign really takes some daring leaps, shoving Roguelike and Soulslike together like a weird smoothie. It’s a nod to the past but doesn’t just ride on Elden Ring’s coattails. Gotta love it for trying something bold.
In the marketing, they hyped up the old school feel. They teased Nightfarers mimicking those classic animations, like Executor’s deflection, right? But, they got plenty of nods from past titles. And yet, as much as the old skins are a welcome throwback, not all those boss fights landed well. When hype fades, you start seeing the cracks.
Now, when we talk about the bosses, let’s face it: Nightreign’s throwbacks to Dark Souls are its weak link. That initial jolt of excitement with Nameless King is real. Seeing him swoop down — there’s a rush, sure. FromSoftware looking back? Rare. Felt like a reward for being a long-time fan. But then… yeah. Not all sunshine.
Okay, so let’s talk Dark Souls 3. Those bosses? They’re the gems here. Nameless King and the Dancer of the Boreal Valley? They just slid right into place. They’re slow compared to Elden Ring stuff, but hey, they work. Moves that hit more players—nice touch, gotta admit. They aren’t the most complex, but maybe that simplicity’s a gem in disguise. They bring back a smile; they’re a sweet nod to the past.
Now, diving back to the older bosses—man, they just don’t fit. Smelter Demon tries, bless it. But nope. Still feels off. Gaping Dragon? A big lumbering thing, really just an obstacle. Elden Ring’s all speed and spin, while these old bosses just stand… and blink. Centipede Demon? Ugh. It’s like hitting a damage sponge. For an age gone by, adapted poorly.
And the choice of which bosses to bring back? Oddball. Where’s Ornstein and Smough? Instead, we get the awkward ones. Coming face-to-face first time? Cool. Kind of. But when it starts, the façade drops. Most times, getting a Dark Souls boss? Meh. Four of six times, I’d say. It’s just a step down. Still, cutting off Gaping Dragon’s tail for a prize—nice throwback. But yup, most bosses are better left behind museum glass, for sure.
