Bearer of the Curse Edition

⭐ ⭐ (762 endorsements) 📥 40,905 downloads 📌 v1.0.2 📅 10/18/2024
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By AoiYozora - Fromsoftserve · Gameplay Changes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 12/30/2024 📅 Created: 10/18/2024

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #4 of 169 Gameplay Changes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Dive into the world of Dark Souls II as a new player, or a veteran with a total conversion of modern Fromsoft mechanics, map/world structured overhaul, and enemy remixes inspired by original 2014 vanilla Ds2 with other creative integrities. This mod is a final love letter to Dark Souls II and made with pure love for the game and the entire franchise.



How to install and uninstall

• Extract all files into your Dark Souls II Scholar of the First Sin game folder. (The "BoTC_Edition" folder, the modengine file, and dinput8.dll file all go into the game directory.) \Steam\steamapps\common\Dark Souls II Scholar of the First Sin\Game

• For compatibility with DS2LightingEngine, go into "BoTC_Edition" folder and delete the "Filter" folder.

• To uninstall, just remove the contents that were in the folder. (Delete "BoTC_Edition" folder, modengine, and dinput8.dll)

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Mod will default change the game to offline. To enable online features or play multiplayer with the risk of softbans, open modengine.ini and change blockNetworkAccess=1 to 0

Disclaimers - 

This mod is not compatible with mods that change Maps, Weapon Moveset Overhauls, Enemy Placements, Item Placements, and certain Texture changes (textures that change the player's hollow appearance, some armor sets, and a few NPCs are not compatible)

This mod can only be played by setting Textures to High and Character models set to use High Quality

[]Drinking Estus while walking

[]Precise Jump with L3, Jump no longer requires sprint (Bind jump to L3, or else rolling won't work)

[]Human effigies will restore full health if used as a hollow

[]The exclusion of iframes scaling from ADP, making ADP optional (You'll get around 13. 75 iframes when weight ratio is 70. 0% weight or less, no you do not get 17 iframes.)

[]Shorter exhaustion cooldown after sprint or complete use of stamina

[]Near Instant fogwall transversals

[]Faster chest animation openings

[]Unique dual weld system that goes well with powerstancing

[]Durability from weapon arts cost half as much as usual 10 durability

[]The ability to parry and riposte certain bosses

[]Some bosses will have some more additional magic attacks

[]A lot of boss weapons will have more diverse movesets as well as additional weapon arts

[]weapons will have quicker recoveries into rolls

[]weapons will also have improved directional aim

[]Fall damage has been slightly reduced

[]Some npcs will have the Sell feature in their menu so it isn’t exclusive to just Gavlaa

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Bearer of the Curse Edition is a comprehensive Dark Souls 2 overhaul that brings quality-of-life improvements and world changes to Drangleic. It remixes enemies and mechanics inspired by the 2014 original, offering a faithful yet creative conversion for players seeking a fresh but authentic experience.

✨ Key Features

Adds quality-of-life improvements to enhance gameplay.
Introduces enhanced world changes across Drangleic.
Remixes enemies and mechanics inspired by the 2014 Dark Souls 2.
Provides a faithful conversion overhaul with creative additions.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid community backing with 762 endorsements and 40k downloads.
  • Faithful to the 2014 original while adding creative twists.
  • Quality-of-life improvements make the game more enjoyable.

⚠️ Cons

  • Overhaul mods like this can conflict with other gameplay mods, so check compatibility.
  • May require a fresh playthrough to fully experience the changes.
  • Potential balance issues from enemy remixes could frustrate purists.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Dark Souls 2 veterans who want a fresh but familiar experience with quality-of-life tweaks and new enemy placements. Also for players who enjoyed the 2014 original and want a creative remix. Skip if you prefer vanilla balance or are not interested in overhaul mods.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Back up your save files before installing, as overhauls can alter game data.
  • Use a mod manager to easily enable/disable the mod if you need to troubleshoot.
  • Check the mod's forum posts for known conflicts with other popular gameplay mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Darksouls2 Mods
Author
AoiYozora - Fromsoftserve
Version
1.0.2
Downloads
40,905
Endorsements
762
Category
Gameplay Changes
Created
10/18/2024
Updated
12/30/2024

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