Have you ever found yourself trying over and over to get into a game series that has a huge following, but you just cannot feel the magic?
I'm debating whether to get Bloodborne or not. Just hitting stores today, it's getting sky high review scores and forums are teeming with comments saying that the PlayStation 4 has its system seller in this one. The videos look fantastic and everyone who's a fan of the Souls series says that From Software has got its groove back.
Now, I've bought and tried all of the Souls games, but I just felt like I was in over my head. There's a lot to digest in what's happening, and you have to pay attention and apply what you learn in order to succeed. This means trying the same section over and over until you get the knack for how to handle it. There's no power leveling to dominate the situation here, no difficulty settings for a more casual approach, but the developers and reviewers alike say that it's the most approachable game in the series yet.
I've fallen for this type of thing over and over before, and I think I finally may be learning a lesson here... Yet, I still am holding myself back from running out and getting it right now. I love the new and shiny, I'm falling for the hype and my PS4 is dying to show me what it can really do. Maybe it will pay off this time... After all, I've been able to appreciate Gran Turismo, Metal Gear Solid, Virtua Fighter, and Grand Theft Auto after having a hard time with earlier entries. What do I do?!
So look back on your gaming history, think of purchases that might have gone unappreciated, and tell us if the same has happened to you.
