I WAS SO WRONG about Elden Ring

After repeatedly nearly quitting, he now has almost 50 hours, plays daily, and retracts his initial harsh verdict. An Xbox controller transformed combat; he now values weighty dodging, weapon customization, exploration, castles, atmosphere, and visual style. Experimenting with shields, armor, weapons, and upgraded spirits finally defeated a boss; he raises his score to 6.5/10.

Persistence converts initial frustration into enthusiasm, producing a clear reversal and self- correction.