Finally, Dark Souls 3 Seamless Co-op Has Arrived

Ready to dive back into the haunting world of Lothric? Great news for Dark Souls 3 fans: the exceptional Seamless Co-op mod, which had Elden Ring enthusiasts raving, is now available for FromSoftware’s acclaimed 2016 ARPG, concluding their iconic Dark Souls trilogy.

So, what’s all the fuss about? Seamless Co-op revolutionizes multiplayer by tearing down the usual barriers between levels. It introduces co-op play in areas previously off-limits in the original game, and lets friendly players, or ‘jolly cooperators,’ team up to level up and take breaks at bonfires together. Not fond of those pesky PvP invasions while co-oping? This mod lets you sidestep them, but if you’re in the mood for a challenge, you can enable them at any time. Get your hands on this mod by heading over to Nexus Mods for the download.

The magic behind Seamless Co-op lies in its independence from FromSoftware’s matchmaking servers. It enables up to five players to connect via peer-to-peer networking with separate character saves, allowing you to avoid any account bans. It’s a game-changer for Elden Ring, with its sprawling world scattered with barriers, and it’s equally impactful in Dark Souls 3.

Installing Seamless Co-op is a breeze. Simply drag and drop the downloaded mod files into the “Game” folder of your Dark Souls 3 installation. Launch the game using the mod’s executable, and you’re good to go. You’ll set a password in the configuration file to ensure your mates all join the same session—a process not unlike FromSoftware’s native system. Plus, you can toggle invasions on or off and adjust enemy scaling from the same settings file.

A quick tip: if you want to use your save files with Seamless Co-op, you’ll need to change their extension from “.sl2” to “.co2″—remember to back them up first! Once modified, returning to the vanilla version using these saves isn’t advised unless you fancy a ban.

Seamless Co-op isn’t about making Dark Souls 3 easier, just more engaging with friends. It adapts to larger parties by scaling enemy and boss health, and if you and your team get wiped, ongoing boss battles reset if one of you decides to respawn at a bonfire.

Before you dive in, it’s worth combing through the mod’s comprehensive description. It covers everything from setup details to frequently asked questions, so consider it essential reading.

The arrival of Seamless Co-op for Dark Souls 3 is thrilling, especially since my group has been itching to revisit the game. With this mod, we’re all set for a more immersive experience.

Interestingly, this is the third game by FromSoftware to get the Seamless Co-op treatment following Elden Ring and Armored Core 6. There’s no word yet if modder Yui will extend this project to Dark Souls 2 or Dark Souls: Remastered, but here’s hoping. Dark Souls 2, in particular, is infamous for co-op frustrations due to its Soul Memory system, which limits play between friends who’ve gathered differing amounts of souls.

Dark Souls 3 stands tall among FromSoftware’s gems, potentially the pinnacle of the Dark Souls series. It’s a must-play for fans of challenging ARPGs with epic boss battles and intricate combat. The game, usually priced at $59.99, is currently available at CDKeys for just $24.69. Or, if you’re looking to explore beyond the base game, the Deluxe Edition complete with DLC is also up for grabs at $36.69. Dive in and experience this classic with a fresh twist!