As fans eagerly await the release of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC in Elden Ring, gamers should consider giving the Demon's Souls Remake a shot. The game is considered the spiritual successor to FromSoftware's King's Field games, known for their challenging action RPG combat and engaging gameplay mechanics. Demon's Souls Remake not only paved the way for the Dark Souls franchise but is also considered one of the best games ever created.
While the original 2009 version of Demon's Souls remains playable, fans may want to consider checking out the upgraded Demon's Souls Remake to experience the game before Elden Ring's DLC. Additionally, completionists among Soulslike fans may want to see exactly which weapons in the game are the most difficult to master, especially when beating the hardest bosses with them can bring a deeper sense of accomplishment.
10 Axe
Short Range And Slow Attack Opens Room For Error
Similar in combat style to the Hammer, mastering the Axe can become more rewarding in Demon's Souls Remake gameplay when it comes to the benefits accrued in the process. The Axe packs a lot of punch for its slow Attack Speed, but its reliance on short-ranged combat leaves players vulnerable to counters should they miss.
Mastering the Axe requires learning timing and proper distancing. Axes have an optimal distance of attack that allows players to attack with relative ease and still have room to dodge. When used with Master's Ring, learning to attack at this distance at the right time can improve a player's overall damage.
9 Hammer
Defense-Breaking Potential Hindered By Slow Attack, Subpar Range
The Hammer in a player's Demon's Souls Remake gameplay relies heavily on slow but heavy-hitting attacks, guaranteeing high damage and helping break past defenses. However, the weapon's overall lack of Attack Speed can hinder fast-paced attempts to debilitate enemy lines quickly.
Hammer users need to maximize the weapon's sweet spot distance to secure higher damage. Using the Master's Ring can improve the Hammer's versatility, especially when used with the right defensive tactics.
8 Katana
High Crit At The Risk Of Low Durability And Skill Ceiling
The slender Katana relies on a dynamic blend of thrusting and slashing attacks, taking some getting used to, especially for players who rely on more straightforward combat strategies. Players can capitalize on the Katana's high damage output and high Critical Hit rate with the right build, focusing on Dexterity and Endurance for parry-based counters and hitting opponents from behind or after their attacks.
7 Curved Sword
Quick Attacks Become Rigid With Lack Of Versatility
The Curved Sword boasts decent Attack Speed but lacks versatility in its moveset, making it challenging to use against fast-paced opponents. Players can maximize the weapon by understanding how to use its limited moveset in specific situations, such as utilizing the attack for backstepping away from a lethal ledge.
6 Polearm
Clunky Movement Offsets Multi-Hit Potential
The Polearm can facilitate safety at a distance while giving players room to hit multiple foes at once. To offset the weapon's clunky combos when using an off-hand item like a Shield, players are advised to use the Polearm in a Two-Handed stance for smoother and more intentional swings and thrusts.
5 Spear
Narrow Attack Space Leaves Little Room For Wider Hits
The Spear maintains distance for players, but its narrow attack range and limited combo options force players to rely on timing to secure the right attacks. Focusing on Dexterity, Strength, and Endurance ensures players can deal high-enough damage with the Spear.
4 Bow
Ranged Specialty Can Become A Liability When Aiming
The Bow is players' best friend at long distances in Demon's Souls Remake, but its reliance on precise aiming can leave players vulnerable to counters. Bows scaling in Dexterity and Strength means high enough stats can make each arrow hit opponents harder. Moreover, being tactical about arrow types can give players room to attack enemies with elemental weaknesses.
3 Greatsword
Timing-Reliant Damage, Stagger At Risk Against Punishments
The gigantic Greatsword boasts high overall damage and immense stagger potential, but its slow Attack Speed and high Stamina consumption leave players at risk of being countered. Players need to back up to a more open area and lure enemies toward them, following up with specific combo attacks before retreating to master the Greatsword.
2 Dagger
Short Range, Quick Attacks Need Proper Timing & Positioning To Work
The Dagger's lackluster attack range makes it one of the hardest weapons to master, but its fast Attack Speed and debilitating effects can outpace opponents easily. Players can maximize the weapon's potential through high enough Stamina and mobility, luring opponents in for punishing blows and fast attacks before their opponent can strike back.
1 Fist Weapon
Speed Supremacy Close Up Leaves Gap In Defense
Fist Weapons excel at burst damage up close with quick punches but leave players vulnerable to counter-attacks, requiring mastery of movement and dodge timing to survive at close range. Players can maximize the weapon's potential by scaling with Strength and Dexterity and using Tearing and Bleeding setups to weaken opponents effectively.