imo the best way to replay elden ring is with the randomizer (for items and bosses)
you can have a general idea of what you want to build but the details are going to depend on what you find, a lot like the first blind playthrough.
the main problem this introduces is that (depending on the randomizer settings) there becomes basically no incentive to explore any side areas, just hit up the most drop-dense spots to cobble a playable build together before swooping in on the major bosses. and something like an arc/faith build just isn’t feasible unless you roll a dragon communion seal on your starter build. but then, flexibility should be rewarded.
Since I’ve never tried out randomisers or Nightreign, I’m curious to hear your thoughts on Nightreign now, because that sounds like you are basically describing the NR experience
i was a big fan of it around the first batch of everdarks, have since fallen off and intend to come back when it’s content complete (and i can pick up a couple copies on sale for friends)
it’s a vastly different solo experience but scratches a similar itch. the main difference is playing to a time limit vs just competing against your own performances. obviously can’t really compare the team play.
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imo the best way to replay elden ring is with the randomizer (for items and bosses)
you can have a general idea of what you want to build but the details are going to depend on what you find, a lot like the first blind playthrough.
the main problem this introduces is that (depending on the randomizer settings) there becomes basically no incentive to explore any side areas, just hit up the most drop-dense spots to cobble a playable build together before swooping in on the major bosses. and something like an arc/faith build just isn’t feasible unless you roll a dragon communion seal on your starter build. but then, flexibility should be rewarded.
Since I’ve never tried out randomisers or Nightreign, I’m curious to hear your thoughts on Nightreign now, because that sounds like you are basically describing the NR experience
i was a big fan of it around the first batch of everdarks, have since fallen off and intend to come back when it’s content complete (and i can pick up a couple copies on sale for friends)
it’s a vastly different solo experience but scratches a similar itch. the main difference is playing to a time limit vs just competing against your own performances. obviously can’t really compare the team play.