Demon's Souls Remake: Beginners' Guide Demons Souls PS5 guide, walkthrough

Last update: 17 June 2021

On this page of the guide to Demon's Souls Remake you will learn about the most important and useful tips to start the game with. These tips will help you to better understand the mechanics and avoid threats.

• Exploring new places, carry a shield
• If you have many Souls, spend them in Nexus or at merchants
• Leave unnecessary things in the deposit box
• Messages appear only when you are connected to the Internet
• Attack slower opponents from behind
• Grab the weapon with both hands
• Wait for the movement of the enemy, only then attack
• Don't forget to upgrade and repair your equipment
• Quick dodge unlocks when payload is less than 50%

Exploring new places, carry a shield

It is very helpful to explore the world holding a shield in one hand. In many lands that need to be visited, there are many dangers. Enemies often hide behind walls and near corridors. Holding the shield while moving forward allows you to minimize damage of an unexpected attack.

If you have many Souls, spend them in Nexus or at merchants

Souls are the primary currency in Demon's Souls Remake. Souls are mainly used to unlock new character levels. They are also used to buy healing items, weapons, armors, rings and much more. If you have gathered many souls, spend them asap, so that you don't lose them when you're killed.

However, remember that you have one chance to reclaim your souls. Just go back to the place where your character died, and press X while standing near the bloodstain with your souls. However, if you die before reclaiming them, you'll lose them for good.

Leave unnecessary things in the deposit box

It's worth remembering that your character cannot collect items indefinitely. At some point, the lifting capacity will reach its maximum value, and you won't be able to pick most items up. In the Nexus, which is a place where you can upgrade your character and weapons, or buy various things, there is an NPC called Stockpile Thomas.

Bear in mind that you don't have to carry all the upgrade items with you. They can be stored at Thomas'. Going to the blacksmith, you do not have to keep them in the equipment, which is good, because they can eventually overburden you.

Messages appear only when you are connected to the Internet

As you traverse the world, you can see many different messages. Most often these are messages created by other players, which are intended to notify you about objects, threats, etc. It's usually worth paying notice, because they are true in most cases. The messages that can't be rated are from the developers. Keep in mind, however, that player messages will only appear when you are connected to the internet.

Attack slower opponents from behind

In Demon's Souls Remake, you can deal huge amounts of damage with a single attack, by using the so-called backstab. When you evade an attack, try to get behind the enemy and perform a backstab (automatic - you have to be placed well) to deal massive damage.

Grab the weapon with both hands

This is quite useful, because when dual-wilding a single weapon, we deal much more damage to opponents. On top of that, dual wield increses your character's strength by 1.5 for the carried weapon, so if it requires 30 strength, you can use it without negative modifiers of your strength is 20. Attacks are also slightly faster, and it's easier to stagger opponents, but they require more stamina. To engage dual wield, press triangle.

Wait for the movement of the enemy, only then attack

This strategy is best for stronger enemies, but if you prefer a safe approach, you can use it also for weaker ones. First, wait for the enemy to attack. Depending on the type of opponent, you can parry, block, or dodge an attack. Immediately after that, counter them. Remember not to spam attacks and watch the stamina.

Don't forget to upgrade and repair your equipment

As the game progresses, definitely visit the blacksmith to upgrade your weapons. Even the best weapon can be even more powerful if you invest some souls and materials into it. In addition, be sure to regularly repair your gear. If any item is destroyed, it becomes ineffective.

Quick dodge unlocks when payload is less than 50%

Quick dodges are very useful, because by performing them, you shorten or increase the distance much faster. In addition, you regain your balance much more efficiently. However, in order to unlock quick dodges, your carry weight cannot be more than 50%. Pieces of armor and weapons are the heaviest items in the game. Your character will perform dodges very slowly if your weight capacity is above 50% full.