Dark Souls (2011) - 2018 (remastered)

Using the framework of Demon's Souls, FromSoftware created a more broader universe and captivating plot. The makers made a few improvements to the gameplay mechanics, even if they mostly stayed the same. The most important one was that when a player died, their health bar did not completely disappear.
In addition, the game was far more difficult than the previous one. But Dark Souls' intricate storyline established it as a major event in the Elden Ring history.
Developer: FromSoftware
Publisher: Namco Bandai Games