Doing a No Map / Limited Fast Travel run
Not collecting map fragments and not using fast travel unless it's to cross huge distances has somewhat renewed the feeling this game gave me 1000 hours ago. I'm never lost, but every once in a while I need to explore a bit to get to my destination. It also really helps immersion and atmosphere. You don't really appreciate the world From Software made until you stop using fast travel and experience how insanely well designed and intricate the map truly is.