On the well-worn path made smooth by the mainstream, the human species plods mindlessly, pursuing happiness. Except, that is, for a certain few — the divergent, the complex, the Dark Souls. Mesmerized by the macabre, transfixed by torment, these souls seek completion in hopelessness, despair and impending doom — where true fortitude is earned. There is a place where suffering, misery and challenge reign, where only the iron-willed and the cunning survive. You made the journey once before. Now, descend once again into the depths of devastation in Dark Souls II.The horrific saga marches forward, forging a new, warped path in the action RPG Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin. Prepare to die all over again in the latest Dark Souls installment with new challenges and rewards that await you. All 3 DLC Pack contents are included — Crown of the Sunken King, Crown of the Old Iron King and Crown of the Ivory King — plus additional NPCs are added, so you can delve into an improved story experience with augmentations, additions and enhancements. Parameter setting adjustments help you achieve improved balance, and upgrades to graphics and sound lend a more realistic atmosphere to the game. An increase in the number of maximum online players makes it simple to compete against your friends. Look deep within yourself — do you have the courage to stare death in the eye?

It's 1,000 years or more before the age of the Dragonborn, just before the rise of Tiber Septim, the first Emperor of Tamriel, and the world is in a state of turmoil. The Daedric prince, Molag Bal, has stolen your soul and his next move is to destroy Tamriel. Across the mysterious lands of Morrowind, over the sprawling metropolis of Daggerfall and beyond, there rests the fog of battle, and out of the three alliances, only one can become the masters of Tamriel. Only one can seize the throne and gain the spoils of war.Gather friends, guildmates and alliances in the MMORPG world of The Elder Scrolls as it moves online on your PlayStation 4 for the first time ever. Choose your own destiny, your own character, your own allies and, ultimately, your own fate as you try to stop the evil machinations of the Daedric prince, Molag Bal, and the first-ever necromancer, Mannimarco, from bringing about the end of days. A unique combat system enables you to engage in real-time strategic attacks and blocks, while purposefully targeting your opponents. With The Elder Scrolls' Megaserver technology, the entire world of Tamriel is connected, so you will already have the strength and security that comes from being surrounded by your friends and guildmates. Use the game's compass to navigate through areas of interest at your own pace. Weapons and armor are available any time, so play as you like, develop your own style and explore your way across Tamriel. Experience hordes of exclusive content with this Imperial Edition, which comes with a 21" x 26" printed map of Tamriel, detailing Alliance-controlled zones and Cyrodiil, a 12" Molag Bal statue and The Improved Emperor's Guide to Tamriel — a 224-page, illustrated guide annotated by the Imperial scholar, Flaccus Terentius. Also included with the Imperial Edition is a variety of exclusive digital content. Gain unique bonuses, crafting styles, gear and more when you play as an Imperial in any Alliance. Journey through Tamriel at top speed on the White Imperial Horse, or explore Tamriel with a companion scuttling alongside with the mudcrab vanity pet. Complete the Ritual of Mara with a friend and receive an experience bonus when you play together with the Rings of Mara exclusive digital content. With this Imperial Edition added to your collection, you're more equipped than ever to fight for Tamriel.