I'm looking for games similar to Dark Souls and Shadow of the Colossus. One thing I liked about these games is how they flow, it's just a joy to move around in these worlds. The controls are really just pleasant on their own, the worlds even despite their restrictions feel open and you aren't constantly interrupted by cinematics and exposition. I like that the worlds themselves were really unique and weird, despite Dark Souls being firmly established in the tradition of classic fantasy.
In terms of settings I even more love the weirdness of games like Morrowind, Planescape or Planescape, so if it had some of that quality, that would be even better (but not the gameplay of those).
Of course you don't need to recommend games from the same franchises like Bloodborne and Ico. I'm looking for something different and new.
Honestly anon, I say this unironicaly. Play the new Zelda. Combat isn't too deep but very responsive. And just a joy to explore the open world. Obviously much more light hearted than what you're used to but still very enjoyable. Only held down by shitty voice acting IMO
>>311687
you mentioned no games from the same franchises, but have you tried the last guardian?
maybe check Ōkami for the ps2 too, oh, and Nioh
The new nier game maybe?
>>311687
If you want a game that explicitly tries to mix the two games together, you can try Titan's Souls, although that's just a boss rush with very little world exploration.
As >>311694 previously mentioned, more than a couple Zelda games fit the bill too. If you're up for world exploration with similar, Zelda-like mechanics but a more melancholic atmosphere there's also Hyperlight Drifter.