If for any reason you want to skip the opening cinematic you can download this video file and replace the original.
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If for any reason you want to skip the opening cinematic you can download this video file and replace the original.
Original video file: 244 MB - 3:44
My video file: 645 KB - 0:02
After you have created your character; instead of the opening cinematic you would normally get, you will be given a very nice and crisp image of Artorias to look at for two seconds. The game will then begin as normal with the panning camera through the Undead Asylum.
Install instructions:
I recommend moving the original video file somewhere safe in case you would like it back.
Just put this video file in your [Dark Souls\movWW] folder.