Five Times FromSoftware Redefined Combat in Games: From Armored Core to Elden Ring

FromSoftware has a long history of revolutionizing combat in video games, and they’ve done it multiple times across their iconic franchises. From the tense, strategic battles in Demon’s Souls to the fast-paced brutality of Bloodborne and the intense, parry-focused duels of Sekiro, FromSoft has constantly evolved its approach to combat, creating an entirely new genre along the way. Join us as we take a deep dive into the history of FromSoftware’s groundbreaking combat systems, the changes they’ve made, and how they’ve continued to challenge players with each release. Whether you’re a veteran of the Soulslike genre or curious about the games that inspired a generation of developers, this is a must-watch breakdown of FromSoft’s combat evolution.

00:00 – Intro
01:27 – Armored Core
05:42 – Demon’s Souls
11:39 – Dark Souls 1-3
16:10 – Bloodborne
18:38 – Sekiro
21:57 – Elden Ring
24:50 – Outro