If you'd prefer to go down this path right from the start, I recommend the warrior.
On the other hand, a lot of fans will tell you (rightfully so) that the real joy in Dark Souls is in melee combat. You begin with a powerful spell, and you can take out a lot of enemies just by keeping at a distance. Every time you level up, you'll choose which stat to pump points into, so even if you start as a magic user you can build yourself into a beefy, sword-wielding knight eventually.Īs far as starting classes, sorcerer is a great choice for beginning players who are a little bit cautious about wading into combat. Class choices work differently in Souls games compared to most role-playing games.
Choose your class carefully but also don't get too worried.
Character creationĪfter a short introductory sequence at the start of Dark Souls 2, you'll create the hero you'll be spending the next 50-100 hours with. Here are a few (largely spoiler-free) hints to help you on your way. Whether you're fresh to Dark Souls or a returning fan who mastered the first game, there's a lot to figure out in Dark Souls 2. But it's still a Souls game it's still got a lot of quirks to learn, strategies to master and secrets to uncover. In my review of Dark Souls 2, I argue that this third iteration of From Software's Souls series is the most approachable yet.
