Other games with build freedom like here?

[godmachine]

I haven't played ER, my computer is almost a teenager and wouldn't be able to run it very well. I've been watching people play it and I'm digging the amount of weapons and armor you can get, and how the weapons all have their own combat style, and you can level them all independently. So is there any other games like this, where you're kinda classless and can base your character around equipment choices?

Edit for the curious, my specs: i7-2600k, 16Gb DDR3 RAM, 6GB 980ti

[FafnirChaos]

Originally posted by godmachine:

Originally posted by FafnirChaos:

Cough*MH*Cough It's on sale also

Well I was told my computer wouldn't run MH very well

DS3 has less of a requirement then MH:W however I think you can, if not you can always refund it for DS3.. it's cheaper than it anyways.

[FafnirChaos]

Oh and dragons dogma also

https://store.steampowered.com/app/367500/Dragons_Dogma_Dark_Arisen/

[Butcher]

The closest one aside from Dark Souls is this one:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/283640/Salt_and_Sanctuary/

[Theutus]

Just use this link for questions like this...

Can You Run It[www.systemrequirementslab.com]

[MundM]

My dude, just buy the game and try it. You could be able to play it with reduced settings. The 2h refund policy time is enough to see if the game runs or not and if it's playable enough to enjoy.

[godmachine]

Originally posted by MundM:

My dude, just buy the game and try it. You could be able to play it with reduced settings. The 2h refund policy time is enough to see if the game runs or not and if it's playable enough to enjoy.

Oh yeah, that's a good point. I never thought of using the refund period like that, thanks for the idea!

[godmachine]

Originally posted by MundM:

My dude, just buy the game and try it. You could be able to play it with reduced settings. The 2h refund policy time is enough to see if the game runs or not and if it's playable enough to enjoy.

Well the main question was about games that offer a similar equipment/build style; the issue of being able to run it was just a side question for myself.

[godmachine]

Originally posted by FafnirChaos:

Oh and dragons dogma also

https://store.steampowered.com/app/367500/Dragons_Dogma_Dark_Arisen/

I have this, but I didn't stick with it very long. I've tried twice, I'm not sure why it won't click with me.

[Yal]

Dark Souls 2 has the best performance and also the most similarities with Elden Ring, I'd start with that if you're looking for a substitute. It's a bit rough around the edges, for instance dodgeroll invincibility is tied to a stat so at the start of the game you constantly get hit by things you clearly dodged.


Nioh 2 is basically "Souls but with a Diablo loot system", it's pretty demanding performance-wise but it's got an insane build variety and depth since you can stack all these passive effects that alters your playstyle (examples include "refund a spell if you do enough melee damage after casting it" or "you can apply weapon buffs INSTANTLY, including in the middle of an attack animation").
I'm recommending the 2nd game for two reasons: it's got a lot better balance and enemy variety than the first game, and it's a prequel.


Earth Defense Force is a class-based game, but you've got lots of build variety through the weapon selection and adapting your loadout to the mission at hand is vital for success (at least if you play on Hard or above, which you totally should). EDF5 has the most polished gameplay but EDF4.1 has a better localization, and spin-off Iron Rain is also decent and has a character customization system, but is made by a different studio and has some annoying gameplay issues (like constantly being staggered out of animations which cancels certain attacks). (They all support co-op for up to 4 people too).


Cruelty Squad is an immersive sim / tactical assassination simulator with an unique graphical style; I sincerely promise there's a good game underneath but I understand it's hard to believe if you look at it. Every weapon handles differently and there's upgrades that RADICALLY changes the way you play; for instance it's possible to increase your jump height to the point you die from fall damage if you just do a regular jump, and one mission can be beaten in 3 seconds if you figure out the perfect angle to lob an acid grenade into the target's office window from the starting point. If you like Quake 1 / Unreal 1 and build variety, this game is practically made for you.

[vintran]

I'm pretty sure your computer can handle Elden Ring at 1080p medium settings or something similar, 980ti is still a good card.

[Mr. E Skull]

Originally posted by godmachine:

I haven't played ER, my computer is almost a teenager and wouldn't be able to run it very well. I've been watching people play it and I'm digging the amount of weapons and armor you can get, and how the weapons all have their own combat style, and you can level them all independently. So is there any other games like this, where you're kinda classless and can base your character around equipment choices?

Edit for the curious, my specs: i7-2600k, 16Gb DDR3 RAM, 6GB 980ti

For games like this? Probably the 2D souls-likes.

For build variety? Try some CRPGs like Baldur's Gate, NWN, Icewind Dale. Or Deus Ex (original) and Dues Ex Invisible War (underrated, but understandable with the departure from the style of the original).

[godmachine]

Originally posted by vinhtran:

I'm pretty sure your computer can handle Elden Ring at 1080p medium settings or something similar, 980ti is still a good card.

I agree about my card, I just wonder about my CPU

[godmachine]

Originally posted by Mr. E Skull:

Originally posted by godmachine:

I haven't played ER, my computer is almost a teenager and wouldn't be able to run it very well. I've been watching people play it and I'm digging the amount of weapons and armor you can get, and how the weapons all have their own combat style, and you can level them all independently. So is there any other games like this, where you're kinda classless and can base your character around equipment choices?

Edit for the curious, my specs: i7-2600k, 16Gb DDR3 RAM, 6GB 980ti

For games like this? Probably the 2D souls-likes.

For build variety? Try some CRPGs like Baldur's Gate, NWN, Icewind Dale. Or Deus Ex (original) and Dues Ex Invisible War (underrated, but understandable with the departure from the style of the original).

I've played most of those, they're pretty good. I'm currently looking more in the action genre like ER and the like.

[Mr. E Skull]

Originally posted by godmachine:

Originally posted by Mr. E Skull:

For games like this? Probably the 2D souls-likes.

For build variety? Try some CRPGs like Baldur's Gate, NWN, Icewind Dale. Or Deus Ex (original) and Dues Ex Invisible War (underrated, but understandable with the departure from the style of the original).

I've played most of those, they're pretty good. I'm currently looking more in the action genre like ER and the like.

The Surge (both 1 and 2) are a lot of fun. If you have or can get your hands on an Xbone/PS4 they'd be a good bet - since I guess they mightn't run on your PC.

Lords of the Fallen is apparently good, I personally didn't like it, but again it might burn out your PC heh.

[Senki]

Nioh 2 if it works on your PC.

Divinity original sin 2 is also great when it comes to builds if you don't mind turn based combat.