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How to play the Dark Souls games in order
5 games have been released in the Dark Souls series so far (2011-2019).
The list below puts the games in release order, oldest first. For newcomers this is the safest route: You play the story and the gameplay the way the series grew. Each game's page has the details if you want to plan your own path.
Dark Souls games in release order
Frequently asked questions
How many games are in the Dark Souls series?
The Dark Souls series has 5 games in total.
What is the first Dark Souls game?
The first game in the series is Dark Souls, released in 2011.
What is the newest Dark Souls game?
The most recent release is Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (2019).
In what order should I play the Dark Souls games?
The recommended order is release order: Dark Souls (2011), Dark Souls 2 (2014), Dark Souls 3 (2016), Dark Souls Remastered (2018), Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (2019).