10 Best Areas In Dark Souls

10. Cathedral Of The Deep - Dark Souls 3

As much as the Deacons of the Deep get a lot of flack for being a lacklustre boss, there is a lot to be said for the area that they reside in. The Cathedral of the Deep, the Cleansing Chapel outside of it and the whole area surrounding are entirely consistent with the lore you've been fed up to this point.

Firstly, the aesthetics of the place perfectly match what you'd expect with grand, vaulted rooms inhabited by giants and monsters. Knights stalk past the religious imagery and high in the rafters while Evangelists, grave wardens and undead mill around outside.

Secondly, there are many key encounters that happen here. Patches can trick you as "Siegward" if you've followed his quest correctly and he can lower you to the giant in an attempt to kill you. Anri and Horace can be summoned for the Deacons fight since their story ties in with Aldrich, who you would expect to find here on a blind playthrough.

Rosaria can be reached here to reallocate points and change your appearance, while Longfinger Kirk with his thorn armour invades you in the lower levels. Overall, a well-executed and enjoyable location for most players.