A New Experience (DS3 V1.15 Both DLC Required)
darksouls3 — Mods & Enhancements
A New Experience is a gameplay overhaul for Dark Souls 3 that doubles armor defenses and resistances, improves rings and weapon reinforcements for all infusions, modifies all NG+ cycles, and sets all classes to start at level 1 with adjusted stats. With 25 endorsements and 734 downloads, it's a niche balance mod for players seeking a tougher, more customized playthrough.
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Gameplay ChangesExample
Downloads: 734💡 Notes
By NudeMortals
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Back up your save file before installing, as the mod alters game balance and may affect your current playthrough.
Since all classes start at level 1, plan your build from scratch—this mod is best for a fresh character.
Check the mod's comments section on Nexus for user feedback and potential compatibility notes with other mods.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod conflicts
Check load order. Disable conflicting mods one by one.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing without checking requirements
👍 Pros
- Tight-knit community backing (25 endorsements) shows it's got a following
- Doubling armor defenses makes tank builds actually viable
- All NG+ cycles tweaked means fresh challenges even for veterans
👎 Cons
- Low endorsement count (25) suggests it's not widely tested
- No detailed patch notes or change list provided by author
- Requires both DLCs, so base-game-only players are locked out