Dark Souls II — Steam Gift

DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin — buy the complete edition as a Steam gift

Some games don't pat you on the head — they look you dead in the eye and ask, «So, can you handle it?» DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin is exactly that. It's the reworked, most complete version of the second entry in FromSoftware's cult series, where death isn't the end but a lesson. With us you get it as a Steam gift, and it drops straight into your library.

The Steam release of this edition landed on April 2, 2015, published by Bandai Namco. Inside isn't just the game but an all-in package: the base plus every expansion and a pile of improvements layered over the original.

What kind of game it is

DARK SOULS II is a grim fantasy adventure in the cursed kingdom of Drangleic, where you arrive as an undead searching for a cure to your own fading. The world doesn't hold your hand: it's huge, interconnected and full of secrets, traps and enemies that don't forgive carelessness. You explore it yourself, piecing the story together from item descriptions, scraps of dialogue and what you see around you.

It's a game about patience and growth. The first time, every boss feels like a wall — a few attempts later you're dancing around it, reading wind-ups and punishing mistakes. That «I did it» feeling is the Souls series' main currency.

What's in Scholar of the First Sin

This isn't a bare second entry but the fullest edition possible:

• Base DARK SOULS II in full.
• The «The Lost Crowns» DLC trilogy: Crown of the Sunken King, Crown of the Old Iron King and Crown of the Ivory King — three separate regions with unique bosses.
• Reworked balance and new enemy placement — familiar areas feel different.
• Extra NPCs, expanded item descriptions and the improved DX11-version graphics.

If you want to play the second game once and in full, this is the option built for exactly that.

The atmosphere of Drangleic

Drangleic is a kingdom at dusk, where grandeur crumbled long ago and old castles are left as ruins, flooded mines, poison lowlands and towers droning with wind. The mood is heavy and beautiful at once: you feel the sorrow of a world that's fading yet still clings to life. The music is restrained, footsteps echo, and every bonfire checkpoint feels like a small victory and a breath of calm before the next plunge into the dark. The story is told quietly, in hints, and assembling it into a whole picture is its own reward for those who like to dig.

Combat and builds

Combat in DARK SOULS II is about weight, stamina and precision. You pick a weapon for your style: heavy crushing hammers, fast blades, spears, bows or magic — from miracles and pyromancy to sorcery and hexes. Progression is flexible, and there are dozens of builds: assemble an armored tank, a nimble duelist or a mage who scorches foes from afar. A quirk unique to the second game is the Adaptability stat, which affects dodge speed and invincibility frames, so even your rolls are part of your build. Experimenting is part of the fun.

Online: co-op and invasions

Souls were never about total solitude. DARK SOULS II has online play: summon other players to help you drop a stubborn boss two- or three-handed, or invade others in PvP to see who's tougher. Messages left by other players are scattered across the world — sometimes helpful, sometimes deviously mischievous.

DS2 gift delivery, step by step

The mechanic is honest and manual. After the order our bot sends you a friend request or an invite link: Steam → «Friends» → «Add a friend» → accept the invite → confirm the incoming gift. We don't log into your account and never ask for passwords — you click «Accept» yourself. Enabling Steam Guard isn't required.

Lot region and balance refunds

The gift's region is set by the lot's currency: the price currency = the shipping region. Take the lot matching your Steam account. If the region doesn't match, Steam won't let you accept the gift — and we return the money to your store balance. Same if you already own the game: a duplicate can't be accepted, so the funds come back. You lose nothing; you just pick another lot.

Why buy here

You get the fullest edition of the second game as a gift, with no mandatory sign-ups on third-party services, a transparent Steam flow and a clear balance refund. We warn you about region up front and stay reachable if any questions come up while receiving. The game is bound to your account for good.

Tips for your first Souls

A couple of things will save your nerves. Don't get greedy: if an enemy drops you in two hits, back off, learn its timings and return prepared. Don't be afraid to sink early points into stamina and Adaptability — dodges become more reliable and weapon swings stop draining the whole bar at once. Keep a stock of healing items, don't sprint past bonfires, and don't hesitate to summon other players for co-op if a boss is stonewalling you. And remember the series' golden rule: when you die, don't rage — think about what to do differently.

Who it's for

DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin is for those who love a challenge and depth, who are ready to learn from deaths and appreciate worlds that reveal themselves gradually. If you're a FromSoftware fan, or you just want to understand what the fuss over Souls is about, the complete edition is the best entry point into the second game.

What else to eye

Love grim role-playing worlds but want more freedom in choices and dialogue? Check out Baldur's Gate 3 — a huge D&D RPG with consequences for every decision. And if you're gifting Souls but aren't sure of your friend's region, it's safer to gift a Steam wallet top-up — they'll pick the game themselves.

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