
Recently, many games have been mixing elements of classic “soulslike” combat with traditional action gameplay, leading to discussions about what truly defines each genre. Some newer soulslike games offer a noticeably faster and more aggressive combat experience than games like Elden Ring. They achieve this by streamlining weapon choices, increasing enemy speed, making fights more fluid, focusing on skillful blocking, and incorporating complex combo systems that expand as you level up your character. This creates a variety of combat styles to appeal to different players. Here are some excellent examples of soulslikes that feature quicker, more intense, and more action-packed battles than Elden Ring.