Dark Souls ii

I haven't played Dark Souls 2 and I just want to know from other people what they think about the game so that they might make me more interested in the game. Because honestly I don't think its that important but I do want to try it. All I want is some people who can share their opinions on the game and see what everyone thinks about it. Because I know Dark Souls 2 ties into the story but I am just confused on where is its main importance.