A newly released fan mod has transformed Dark Souls: Remastered into a fully cooperative adventure. Launched by FromSoftware after their acclaimed Demon’s Souls, the Dark Souls series has become iconic, spawning a subgenre known as Soulslike. While the remastered edition, released in 2018, offers fans a chance to relive the original experience, its cooperative elements were limited mainly to fleeting encounters during boss fights.
For those yearning to explore the perilous world of Dark Souls with friends, the Seamless Co-op mod by Yui, hosted on Nexus Mods, has come to the rescue. This impressive modification not only enables players to embark on the full game’s journey together but also allows for cooperative play with multiple players—up to five more can join the host. In just two days, this mod has already garnered over 8,000 downloads, reflecting its popularity amidst the gaming community.
Experience Dark Souls: Remastered in Co-op
Well-Integrated Changes Enhance Co-op Gameplay
The existing co-op features in Dark Souls: Remastered are minimal, primarily allowing players to summon assistance for specific boss encounters. However, the Seamless Co-op mod elevates this functionality by providing a co-op experience without limitations. Players can now traverse the entire game alongside their friends, as they are united in the fight against the foes that lie within.
To facilitate this expanded cooperative experience, significant modifications have been made. Players now respawn at the last bonfire they visited upon dying, rather than being kicked from the game. The mod also removes fog walls and barriers that typically segment single-player areas from collaborative zones, enabling a smoother transition between exploration and combat. In addition, adaptations such as synchronized NPC dialogue and bonfire resets for all players further enhance the multiplayer experience.
The Seamless Co-op Mod Is Still in Alpha
Anticipate Bugs While Enhancements Are Developed
Yui emphasizes in the mod’s description that players should not expect a perfectly polished experience as the Seamless Co-op mod remains in its alpha phase. Continuous updates are being implemented, and users are encouraged to report any bugs they encounter to assist in the development process. This collaborative feedback loop will be crucial in refining the mod’s functionality.
Despite its current imperfections, the Seamless Co-op mod for Dark Souls: Remastered presents an exciting way to engage with the game while awaiting FromSoftware’s upcoming title, Elden Ring Nightreign, slated for release on May 30. Promising a fully cooperative gameplay experience, this title is highly anticipated among fans eager to play together in new worlds. Until then, players can relish the camaraderie born from mods crafted by dedicated creators like Yui.
Source: Yui/Nexus Mods