Ashen review: "Ashen is a Dark Souls clone - but it's a really good Dark Souls clone"

GamesRadar+ Verdict

Ashen contributes more hits than misses to the Souls formula, though the overal𝔉l experience may feel too familiar to fans of FromSoftware's trendsetting series.

Pros

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    Challenging but fair combat

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    Minimalist aesthe⭕tic makes for an interesting world

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    It's satisfying to see your main base grow

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    Companions have interest𒈔ing stories and personalities

Cons

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    Not quite different enough to stand apart

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    Frustrating dungeon design