Honestly, Iโve never quite understood the hate Dark Souls II gets. Sure, it has a few inconsistencies in level design and some bosses feel less inspired compared to the first game โ but mechanically, itโs incredibly deep. The build variety, PvP potential, and the sheer atmosphere make it stand out in its own right. Itโs not DS1, and it doesnโt try to be โ and thatโs exactly why it deserves more respect than it gets.