Death Stranding

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7.8

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  1. fps_
    Sep 10, 2023
    8
    I completely get the divisive views people have of this game. If you go into it with a preconceived idea of what YOU want the game to be, you might end up disappointed. On the the other hand, if you are open to it, a beautify, atmospheric, melancholic experience awaits. Game play wise, the mechanics and combat are all pretty simple. It's a game you can switch off and play without muchI completely get the divisive views people have of this game. If you go into it with a preconceived idea of what YOU want the game to be, you might end up disappointed. On the the other hand, if you are open to it, a beautify, atmospheric, melancholic experience awaits. Game play wise, the mechanics and combat are all pretty simple. It's a game you can switch off and play without much effort. There were moments in the game where the soundtrack aligns with the landscape and it manages to capture these moments of beauty that shine through the overwhelming feeling of oppressive hopelessness. Those are the moments that made the game for me.… Expand
  2. Edwardtheone
    Sep 7, 2023
    9
    The game is very unusual, unlike other games, this is its plus. Kojima is a genius. The music is just as wonderful as the gameplay. The plot is super and very complex. After the game, I watched a review of the plot that lasted 3 hours. A masterpiece
  3. Lestrictgeek
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    Probablement un des meilleurs jeux auxquel il m'ai été donné de jouer. Une puissance émotionnelle époustouflante.
  4. Preg
    Sep 4, 2023
    9
    This is a very divisive game for sure. That's understandable too. However it was very Hideo Kojima and I love everything coming from that man. Not just because I like the guy but the ambition is always great and I always enjoy the experience.

    The game really starts to open up about halfway through and trying to get perfect runs for everything with the amazing soundtrack is just so    This is a very divisive game for sure. That's understandable too. However it was very Hideo Kojima and I love everything coming from that man. Not just because I like the guy but the ambition is always great and I always enjoy the experience.

    The game really starts to open up about halfway through and trying to get perfect runs for everything with the amazing soundtrack is just so relaxing yet terrifying if you let yourself become immersed in the world.    … Expand
  5. Hiro016
    Sep 2, 2023
    9
    Juro que entendo o pq de tanta reclamação
    Mas esse jogo não foi feito para se divertir
    Foi feito para ser jogado e observado,Como uma pintura
    Jogar esse jogo e achar que vai se divertir é a mesma coisa que ir assistir oppenheimer achando que vc vai dar risada em algum momento
  6. WellEvil
    Aug 26, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game with a huge focus on story, characters, and world-building. I don't remember the last time when the story absorbed me so much. Yes, there are a few bugs here are there, but nothing game-breaking. Usually minor visual glitches.… Expand
  7. ErixKing
    Aug 26, 2023
    8
    Tenia ese estigma de que seria un juego de solo caminar y llevar cosas y adivinen que? si lo es pero, es divertido, no a exceso claro pero mola llevar cosas y mas que nada su historia que esta sacada de un libro de ciencia ficcion muy loca pero que nos tiene haciendo encargo tras encargo para ver solo e que termina. Totalmente recomendado
  8. Tampasco
    Aug 24, 2023
    9
    Simplesmente uma das melhores experiências para se ter jogando videogame, alguns podem te dizer que não vale a pena e que é só simulador do Sedex, se ignorar essas criticas e decidir jogar esse jogo, irá encontrar uma história intrigante e maravilhosa com uma Gameplay que no começo não dá nada, mas no final estará cativado por ela. Além de tudo isso, tem um mundo conectado com outrosSimplesmente uma das melhores experiências para se ter jogando videogame, alguns podem te dizer que não vale a pena e que é só simulador do Sedex, se ignorar essas criticas e decidir jogar esse jogo, irá encontrar uma história intrigante e maravilhosa com uma Gameplay que no começo não dá nada, mas no final estará cativado por ela. Além de tudo isso, tem um mundo conectado com outros jogadores que estão jogando Death Stranding com sistema de estruturas e placas que ajudam nos obstáculos do cenário do atual Estados Unidos pós-apocalítico em forma de ajudar uma comunidade. Lembre-se estamos conectados.

    Nota Final: 9,1    … Expand
  9. Ser3ndip1ty
    Aug 16, 2023
    9
    Masterpiece of game design, and really impressive art work. Some players feel boring, but in my opinion The Old Man And The Sea is somehow duller than A Song of Ice and Fire in some perspectives. For me, the game-play of Death Stranding is not good enough, but it leads me into peace of mind, which is rare and commendable.
  10. Domdom21br
    Aug 15, 2023
    9
    A good game with a amazing story (25% is trash). Im excited for the part 2.
  11. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    Great game and it meant a lot to me. I played it in a hard moment at my life and Death Stranding had a nice touch to things that I was thinking at the moment. At the same time, I really think Kojima has overexposed a lot in this game, to the point that it looks like he underrated the playerbase inteligence. I hope the upcoming sequence don't do it again - even 'cause we already know the setting.
  12. Nardi-Chan
    Aug 11, 2023
    8
    Estou começando o jogo agora, após mais de 3 anos do lançamento, estou achando incrível, é uma experiência única, com personagens cativantes e profundos, como se estivesse participando de uma serie (sendo um personagem), a historia ate onde cheguei é bem linear e cativante.
    Me lembra de quando joguei o fantástico The Last Of Us: capitulo 1(marcante).
    Atualizações de review futuramente!    Estou começando o jogo agora, após mais de 3 anos do lançamento, estou achando incrível, é uma experiência única, com personagens cativantes e profundos, como se estivesse participando de uma serie (sendo um personagem), a historia ate onde cheguei é bem linear e cativante.
    Me lembra de quando joguei o fantástico The Last Of Us: capitulo 1(marcante).
    Atualizações de review futuramente! Espero    … Expand
  13. madikc
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece. Easily Kojima’s best game, and a triumph of art, writing, gameplay, and technical achievement. It’s rare for a new genre to be born, and with examples like Demons Souls, Monster Hunter, the trend seems to be many critics not ‘getting it’ when they do. That’s fine - just elevates the game’s cult status. If you consider yourself tired of the played out genres (first personMasterpiece. Easily Kojima’s best game, and a triumph of art, writing, gameplay, and technical achievement. It’s rare for a new genre to be born, and with examples like Demons Souls, Monster Hunter, the trend seems to be many critics not ‘getting it’ when they do. That’s fine - just elevates the game’s cult status. If you consider yourself tired of the played out genres (first person shooter, cart racers, the list goes on), you owe it to yourself to give this game a good look. Is it without issues? No.… Expand
  14. Yustan
    Jul 27, 2023
    9
    Симулятор российских дорог, даже с починенным онлайном их никто не делал, кроме меня :D Ну и + физика грузовиков кривая, даже набитый битком он скользит на на подъëмах как утюг Симулятор хотя бы же работает на максималочках с 1660s, сюжет крут, музыка АтлиШнаСимулятор российских дорог, даже с починенным онлайном их никто не делал, кроме меня :D Ну и + физика грузовиков кривая, даже набитый битком он скользит на на подъëмах как утюг Симулятор хотя бы же работает на максималочках с 1660s, сюжет крут, музыка АтлиШна
  15. hrubi
    Jul 25, 2023
    9
    Awesome video game with a very (or too) complex story. It wasn't boring for me I found a lot of challenges on every standard delivery too.
    The soundtrack is oh my god I loved it (Low Roar -> good choice), the graphics is incredible and the actors are perfect. The game length was 55hours for me, but I liked it, only the last 2-3 hours were too... much? Maybe.
  16. CoreGamer1408
    Jul 4, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Free drop on Epic games so yeah thanks. I know what I am getting as I spent 160-ish hours in the PS4 version, but now on the superior PC platform.

    VISUALS: Death Standing hasn't really any detailed environments, but what it does have looks pretty. This is not an eye candy game for sure. Character models and the VA are pretty good. The rest of the graphics, animations and gameplay all have a dated look and feel about them. To the point it made me think of the PS3/360 era of gaming.

    STORY & CHARACTERS. A wild story ride of mad science, unethical experimentation and extinction level events. I like the fact Sam's journey is a representation of America. Both at first broken and disconnected, but then healing and coming together, awh. The game has a ton of unlockable lore, but the general story kind of explains enough of the what, why, where and when.

    USER INTERFACE: Controller works fine for all the action gameplay sections. The delivery menu system and offloading items is a bit slow and clunky.

    GAMEPLAY LOOP: Using new and expanding tech to overcome the terrain to deliver goods intact so America/Humanity can progress and reconnect again. While dealing with the odd bandit aka Mules and the minefield like areas of poltergeist-ish BT’s along the way. While maybe picking up lost orders/gear along the way for the player base and/or NPC’s.

    DIFFICULTY: The weight distribution and terrain mechanics make for tense gameplay early on even when going slow. While tech limits makes for more tense encounter with the Mules aka bandits and BT aka poltergeist minefields. After completion of the tutorial zone the amping up of the expanding tech in the main zone allows the player to dominate the terrain, Mules and BT’s very early on (even on very hard). So gameplay wise this is not a very difficult game for the most part. Even boss fights are fairly easy.

    PLAYER PROGRESSION: Character wise we see Sam opening up over the course of events. After being shut off for a very long time due to a personal tragedy. This game also does really give a good visual sense of player progression beyond the story progression. In seeing new levels of expanding tech/buildings dotted around the landscapes where none was before.

    ONLINE: The strand effect which is basically people (the gamers) who have never met working in tandem consciously and/or unconsciously to create a unified collectivist goal. Nobody seems to get paid money for the work? So in Sam case the labour contracts are for housing/equipment deals. The United States of Communism, oof.

    MULTIPLAYER COMPONENT: Without online and a player base this game would maybe suck due to way more grind for resources and part of the games actual story message would be lost. I would not want to play this offline with no player base for sure.

    CRITICISM: The creator can be a bit obvious at times story wise. The perils of technology of going to far to fast. In what makes up the fabric of society and advancement in civilization. Which is why mission giving NPC's are so named by the job they do.

    Constructing those super high ways was an annoying resource grind, but they do allow for faster smoother travel of larger truck deliveries. So the super highways do save time in the long run and I have spent 160 hours in this game in one run, so.

    The off road driving physics are trash and so is the off road driving collision physics trash. The fact I spent a lot of driving off road early game led to many an ARGH moments.

    Even with auto skip on and button bashing as fast as I can. I still can't skip that spreadsheet delivery data fast enough after each completed delivery. I must be into the hundreds when it comes to deliveries made? All that bookworm delivery data gets so old real fast.

    Oh that out of context with the whole of the game Higgs Boss fight is total left field BS.

    HIGHLIGHTS: Speed exo suit and sticky gun! Never has hording stuff been so fun! Death Stranding is weird and everything feels off, wrong. From a post apocalyptic event rises a dystopian society. With Sam's final act of defiance against the dystopian system creating such a fist pump ending. Finished my 2nd run, but 1st run PC. The games performance was smooth and stable on PC compared to PS4.    … Expand
  17. PUNISHERxNYC
    Jul 1, 2023
    9
    "Death Stranding" is a groundbreaking and immersive game that defies traditional genre conventions. With stunning visuals, a thought-provoking narrative, and innovative gameplay mechanics, it offers a truly unique gaming experience that is not to be missed.
  18. max_gradient
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    Extremely weird game/settings/characters, but strangely addictive gameplay loop with some very clever progression/escalation built in. I would say this is one of the must-play releases, definitely an experience in itself.
  19. mutexin
    Jun 13, 2023
    9
    That's a solid AAA product. I had a lot of fun, even though I found the social interaction confusing. You build something useful to help other players(even where they put a request sign), but nobody uses it(probably because other players built it already several times). This should be improved. There was 1 technical issue: after a few hours of playtime the game stopped loading texturesThat's a solid AAA product. I had a lot of fun, even though I found the social interaction confusing. You build something useful to help other players(even where they put a request sign), but nobody uses it(probably because other players built it already several times). This should be improved. There was 1 technical issue: after a few hours of playtime the game stopped loading textures which lead to massive glitches, so I had to regularly restart it. Also it was disturbing that the game forced me to watch the credits 2 times before the open world ending. So, the game kinda has 3 consequent endings and forces you to watch the credits.
    But everything else was very good. Unique story with deep meaning and encrypted moral, unique gameplay, good graphics, immersive art, professional acting, high quality VO.    … Expand
  20. PatrikPotter
    May 28, 2023
    9
    My Personal review for "Death Stranding" Finished 29.06.2021 on Pc
    The Death Stranding was gameplaywise first 10hours alright, nothing too special but still something kinda new, after those 10 hours it began to bore me and i had to take a break 20hours in the game.
    The gameplay in Death Stranding was 8/10 times boring and not inovative enough, but the other 2/10 times it was actually    My Personal review for "Death Stranding" Finished 29.06.2021 on Pc
    The Death Stranding was gameplaywise first 10hours alright, nothing too special but still something kinda new, after those 10 hours it began to bore me and i had to take a break 20hours in the game.
    The gameplay in Death Stranding was 8/10 times boring and not inovative enough, but the other 2/10 times it was actually good. The Bosses had little to no mechanics and i think those were the places where they could spice things up but they didnt.
    The Graphics in this game were fenomenal, one of the better looking games ever.
    The World of Death Stranding is really creative and something really Unique, for the story goes the same, very interesting and creative story with alot of turns and nice plot twists, i enjoyed every second of the story parts, even though i would like that the story was told a bit faster,i think that the story was very slowly told but other than that very well made by Hideo Kojima.
    Music and Sound system in the Death Stranding were fenomenal, really fit the scene.
    Overall i enjoyed my 41 hours of Death Stranding and i would recommend it to people. The gameplay was a bit bland at times but the Story, the World and the Music make up to it.    … Expand
  21. Hugers
    May 21, 2023
    10
    Величайшая игра 12/10.
    Спасибо кодзиме за проект, надеюсь на шедевральную 2 часть
  22. Flashyboy89
    May 19, 2023
    9
    Such a fresh, unique gaming experience. It is a slow burner which requires patience and the story requires an open mind. I can understand that simpletons and kids will not enjoy this because it is too slow for them, not enough action for them, they don’t understand what the game is about. I only recommend it to open-minded, conscious people who don’t have ADHD. Masterpiece.
  23. juniortiger
    May 17, 2023
    10
    You need check game out one the best game and lot action game and excellent graphic and good music and amazing story and good daY
  24. Anded
    May 14, 2023
    9
    One of the most unique AAA titles. A breath of fresh air after playing ubisoft and rockstar games. Great graphics, memorable world and good game design. There are a few bad thing about this game like cargo balancing being a simple QTE and terrain traversing being way too easy but it is still great experience.
  25. cast1e
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Truly a masterpiece. I've spent nearly 50h in a month recently. Delivering is so interesting and the scenes as well as the plot is awesome.
  26. DeadJotaPe
    May 11, 2023
    9
    A contemplative and immersive game, I was on the back foot before I played, but when I started, I entered the world and fell in love. Do not go in a hurry, you can enjoy every moment, even more so with the wonderful songs that accompany you on the walk. I will always carry this game in my heart, I did not feel lonely, but with solitude. I didn't give 10 because really sometimes the gameA contemplative and immersive game, I was on the back foot before I played, but when I started, I entered the world and fell in love. Do not go in a hurry, you can enjoy every moment, even more so with the wonderful songs that accompany you on the walk. I will always carry this game in my heart, I did not feel lonely, but with solitude. I didn't give 10 because really sometimes the game gets repetitive in the side missions, which are mostly shallow. Also, the soundtrack is 10/10, I'm so proud for this game to present me the Low Roar band to me.… Expand
  27. karahangke267
    Apr 20, 2023
    10
    The most impressive game I've ever played in my life. In the last 2 hours, everything becomes clear. Be sure to watch all cutscenes carefully. I wanted to give 9 points because I encountered a very annoying bug in the last 2 hours of the game and so I had to watch the last 2 hours instead of playing.
  28. mistamiiDE
    Apr 20, 2023
    8
    This special concept makes the game very interesting and somehow I can't stop playing. Monotonous? Yes. Gameplay is a bit monotonous but never boring. It's a kind of "delivering simulator" with some parts of action. These action parts make the game really exiting and challenging and it pushes you to level up for useful items and skills.
    Graphic is great and up2date. Setting is realistc    This special concept makes the game very interesting and somehow I can't stop playing. Monotonous? Yes. Gameplay is a bit monotonous but never boring. It's a kind of "delivering simulator" with some parts of action. These action parts make the game really exiting and challenging and it pushes you to level up for useful items and skills.
    Graphic is great and up2date. Setting is realistc and very atmospheric, but a little bit empty. So developers integratetd a multiplayer part to interact with other players but without seeing them in the world. However it works. Can also be played in singleplayer without these aspects but activated online mode at any time.
    However, I'm sure not to play through this game twice. This game is definitely a developer's masterpiece. Finally someone who dares to break new ground in tripple A category, even if it's not 100 percent perfect.    … Expand
  29. SteraxDE
    Sep 14, 2020
    10
    I love this game. Very good graphics meet an wonderful world, a great soundtrack and a game with a soul. Love it.
  30. Lej
    Apr 12, 2023
    9
    solid story line.

    the best walking game i have ever played.

    rain is bad.

    9/10
  31. inzanagy
    Apr 1, 2023
    10
    Hideo Kojima as its finest, great plot, great world building, amazing soundtrack, everything about this game is great, except, its "boring" gameplay some player sick about, i think this game is segmented in that aspect, if you're not hooked into the game, it will become labor at matter of time, and even if you like to be literal delivery man, u will face hours of cutscene that u must payHideo Kojima as its finest, great plot, great world building, amazing soundtrack, everything about this game is great, except, its "boring" gameplay some player sick about, i think this game is segmented in that aspect, if you're not hooked into the game, it will become labor at matter of time, and even if you like to be literal delivery man, u will face hours of cutscene that u must pay attention at because it's complex story, if u missed some, u missed whole detail… Expand
  32. imalynxcat
    Apr 1, 2023
    10
    It is not only a different game but also different experience. People complaining about gameplay are players that play an hour and say its boring. 100/95
  33. shynorah
    Mar 21, 2023
    9
    Death Stranding is a very original title that shines above all for its scenario and its innovative gameplay system.

    The positive points : - Excellent storyline - The main characters are awesome - Innovative but perfectible gameplay - Support between players - Graphics are nice but monotonous - The Art Direction is good The negative points : - Some boring additional deliveries    Death Stranding is a very original title that shines above all for its scenario and its innovative gameplay system.

    The positive points :
    - Excellent storyline
    - The main characters are awesome
    - Innovative but perfectible gameplay
    - Support between players
    - Graphics are nice but monotonous
    - The Art Direction is good

    The negative points :
    - Some boring additional deliveries
    - A few bad characters that don't add anything I'm thinking especially of Heartman and Lockne
    - The game sometimes breaks the rhythm of the game to explain the same scenario 4-5 times

    You have to know how to be patient and give Death Stranding love, but know that the game will give you back fivefold.
    Great discovery.
    A mature and intelligent game that does not target everyone.
    It's a risk taken by Kojima Production. THANKS.    … Expand
  34. Zallen
    Mar 20, 2023
    9
    Гений Кодзимбыча "забери-принеси-подай" во вселенной пост-ап коммунизма при 'Высокой' сложности на платину в 140-150 часов. Уникальная игра, где в абсолют возведены второстепенные курьерские квесты большинства игр, но проработанные на высочайшем геймплейном уровне и служат основополагающей геймплея, да приправленные 'вот это поворотным' сюжетом и чистым кайфом медитатива.

    Из минусов:    Гений Кодзимбыча "забери-принеси-подай" во вселенной пост-ап коммунизма при 'Высокой' сложности на платину в 140-150 часов. Уникальная игра, где в абсолют возведены второстепенные курьерские квесты большинства игр, но проработанные на высочайшем геймплейном уровне и служат основополагающей геймплея, да приправленные 'вот это поворотным' сюжетом и чистым кайфом медитатива.

    Из минусов:
    - игра не идеальна, есть что добавить или улучшить для еще более комфортабельного геймплея (к примеру автопилот при поездке по шоссе и автомаршрут на тросовых линиях, больше косметики и транспорта, фикс траблов с появлением заказов - кайфово выполнить 499 доставок из 500 и проебаться из за бага игры, мой внутренний перфекционист в ахуе).

    Из плюсов:
    - гейм-дизайн, еще никогда за всю историю геймдева таскать ящики не было так залипательно, експирианс на кончиках пальцев ног. Проработано всё, от ходьбы до использования пота, говна и мочи в боевой амуниции.
    - локации, весьма качественная проработка ландшафтов прямо влияющие на геймплей, а визуал некоторых пейзажей вызывает ВАУ эффект, скринь и ставь на раб.стол.
    - сюжет, много-ходовочная крутка яиц в лучших традициях японщины с пробитием двойного дна и еще одного дна со сценой после титров где Танос щелкает пальцами и взрывает марвел н*хуй.
    - нарратив, даже банальные события и драм моменты поставлены креативно и необычно.
    - персонажи, добротно прописанные уникальные личности со своими изюминками и конечно же ЗВЕЗДЫ ЗВЕЗДЫ ЗВЕЗДЫ, больше звездных холивудских чуваков на которых банально приятно смотреть.
    - музыка, это отдельный кайф для ушей, композиторы накидывают еще плюс баллы игре и годных треков в плейлист.

    Крч Коджира Гений и точка.

    9ть "ЗАТКНИСЬ ЛУ" из 10ти.    … Expand
  35. miZu_gamebigboy
    Mar 15, 2023
    10
    Death Stranding to bezapelacyjnie dzieło wybitne. Kupiłem je na premierę na PC, dwa lata temu, ale po dziesięciu godzinach odpuściłem. Nic dziwnego, byłem wtedy stosunkowo nowy w grach typu RPG, gdyż wcześniej wiele lat grałem tylko w produkcje sieciowe. Świat powolnego poruszania się nie wciągnął mnie, a wręcz do siebie zniechęcił. Teraz, dwa lata później, mając za sobą najgłośniejsze iDeath Stranding to bezapelacyjnie dzieło wybitne. Kupiłem je na premierę na PC, dwa lata temu, ale po dziesięciu godzinach odpuściłem. Nic dziwnego, byłem wtedy stosunkowo nowy w grach typu RPG, gdyż wcześniej wiele lat grałem tylko w produkcje sieciowe. Świat powolnego poruszania się nie wciągnął mnie, a wręcz do siebie zniechęcił. Teraz, dwa lata później, mając za sobą najgłośniejsze i najlepsze gry odpaliłem DS raz jeszcze. Po drodze gdzieś jeszcze na promce kupiłem upgrade do Directors Cut’a. I tak oto piękny świat Hideo Kojimy wciągnął mnie na maksa. Śmiem twierdzić, że DS jest pozycją dla weteranów, a nie niedzielnych graczy. Takich, którzy mają obcykana co się w RPGach dzieje i chcą zostać zaskoczeni. Cieszy mnie fakt, że na horyzoncie ukazuje się po mału sequel, smuci, że zapewne znów będzie długi czas jedynie na platformie Sony. Wiem jednak, że warto czekać, bo Kojima wie co robi.… Expand
  36. fijay43k
    Feb 26, 2023
    9
    Death stranding- это игра с уникальным открытым миром и интересным сюжетом.
    Из минусов: очень скучное и недоработанное передвижение.
    Плюсы:отличный сюжет, интересный стелс, разнообразные миссии, отличная графика и визуальные эфекты, проработанный открытый мир и атмосфера, игроки могут строить предупредительные знаки, мосты и другие постойки(они будут как у игрока который их постоил так и у    Death stranding- это игра с уникальным открытым миром и интересным сюжетом.
    Из минусов: очень скучное и недоработанное передвижение.
    Плюсы:отличный сюжет, интересный стелс, разнообразные миссии, отличная графика и визуальные эфекты, проработанный открытый мир и атмосфера, игроки могут строить предупредительные знаки, мосты и другие постойки(они будут как у игрока который их постоил так и у остальных).
    Итог: сюжет и открытый мир хорошо проработанны, но передвижение оставляет желать лучшего.    … Expand
  37. Amidray
    Feb 21, 2023
    10
    Death Stranding is an absolute masterpiece. It’s a triumph of one man’s unrelenting, uncompromised vision of hope. So powerful was this vision that it gave a deeply cynical individual like me a reason to hope. It’s a technological achievement on so many levels. But perhaps most of all, its revolutionary story, outstanding characters, and singular theme of human connection is the lingeringDeath Stranding is an absolute masterpiece. It’s a triumph of one man’s unrelenting, uncompromised vision of hope. So powerful was this vision that it gave a deeply cynical individual like me a reason to hope. It’s a technological achievement on so many levels. But perhaps most of all, its revolutionary story, outstanding characters, and singular theme of human connection is the lingering triumph of Death Stranding. It is simply one of the greatest games I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. It is, in every single glorious way, a Hideo Kojima Game.… Expand
  38. Gardenkey
    Feb 5, 2023
    8
    Despite the overly-explanatory last chapters, which just bounds you to shut up and watch the game,
    the artwork, world design, and acting was something we have never seen before.
    The game play itself is addictive, making you understand what got into the 'mule's minds. It is shame the story just settled for mundane love not a grandeur, pioneering paradigm, but nevertheless, love    Despite the overly-explanatory last chapters, which just bounds you to shut up and watch the game,
    the artwork, world design, and acting was something we have never seen before.

    The game play itself is addictive, making you understand what got into the 'mule's minds.

    It is shame the story just settled for mundane love not a grandeur, pioneering paradigm, but nevertheless, love always makes best heartwarming endings.    … Expand
  39. Pmstz
    Jan 31, 2023
    8
    Weird & excellent game

    ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
  40. Legendmir
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    This game deserves your time. It can be demanding at times, but if you enjoy sci-fi and creative storytelling it really pays it off by the end.
  41. Zoltish
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    One of the most interesting and unique games i have ever played, great story and Characters.
  42. Sephiroo
    Jan 21, 2023
    10
    Rapaz, esse jogo é uma obra prima. Tô vendo algumas pessoas falando que o jogo é "isso ou aquilo" mas a maioria que fala isso é aquela galera que quer joguinho que já dá tudo antes mesmo de aparecer o título do jogo. Jogadores ficavam putinhos com a quantidade de vezes que morreu em Dark Souls e parou de jogar. Pois é, Death Stranding é uma obra prima, é sensacional, mas só se arrisque aRapaz, esse jogo é uma obra prima. Tô vendo algumas pessoas falando que o jogo é "isso ou aquilo" mas a maioria que fala isso é aquela galera que quer joguinho que já dá tudo antes mesmo de aparecer o título do jogo. Jogadores ficavam putinhos com a quantidade de vezes que morreu em Dark Souls e parou de jogar. Pois é, Death Stranding é uma obra prima, é sensacional, mas só se arrisque a jogar se você quiser uma obra cinematográfica com um formato jogável. Esse jogo é pra outro nível de jogadores, e não essa galerinha "fast emotiocional" de hoje em dia!… Expand
  43. Mastereed
    Jan 17, 2023
    9
    AS EVERY DELIVERY MAN SHOULD BE.

    BEFORE WE BEGIN: I will preface this by saying that I played the pc version of Death Stranding, played it in its entirety but did not get the platinum. This is the original version of the game. THIS IS AMERICA: Death Stranding looks like a typical Kojima game; the player is catapulted within the first few hours of the game into a sequence of cryptic    AS EVERY DELIVERY MAN SHOULD BE.

    BEFORE WE BEGIN:
    I will preface this by saying that I played the pc version of Death Stranding, played it in its entirety but did not get the platinum. This is the original version of the game.

    THIS IS AMERICA:
    Death Stranding looks like a typical Kojima game; the player is catapulted within the first few hours of the game into a sequence of cryptic cutscenes aimed at stimulating the player's curiosity, and right from the start one can understand the highly authorial tone of the work. The location is the USA, in a “post apocalyptic” setting. It is neither coincidental nor strange to understand almost nothing of the plot of this game in the first few hours, but it is precisely where the player does not fully understand the plot that he or she can begin to speculate, later finding themselves with pleasant predictions and surprises as the story progresses. In the first steps within the game, the mechanics that will later be used throughout the playthrough are brilliantly explained, thanks to the accurate level design and the clarity of the main mechanics.

    DELIVERING PACKAGES:
    Death Stranding's gameplay is one of the most talked-about gameplays of 2019; between those who are bored and those who are thrilled, it is undeniable that Death Stranding created something new, which in today's AAA is no small feat. Just giving the game an actual genre is complex, being that it created a new one in its own right. There is no denying that this gameplay, based on merely running from point A to point B is nothing epic, and it may bore the casual gamer, but if you take it the right way it becomes a very relaxing game, given also the mainly natural style of the environment.
    Nonetheless, the game has several mechanics that can delight various types of players and different playstyles; you can rush through the game skipping everything by bike, always go on foot admiring the scenery, or fight looters who will try to steal your cargo. There is of course no shortage of problems, but I will report on them in the game cons later.

    LOOKING THROUGH UNBORN’S EYES:
    Graphically the game is really good, on consoles it looks almost always clean and detailed, on pc you don't notice excessive differences from the console version except for the rendering distance and framerate. The facial animations are decent but the models are superb. Yet another merit is the world design; the use of photogrammetry, the assumption of real environments to give the game a realistic architecture, makes the game incredibly immersive. In addition, the use of lighting and colors is always apt and impeccable.

    “LIKE SOUND EFFECT”:
    On audio level, the game has very few imperfections; it boasts of a soundtrack composed of dozens of songs always used at the right time, some truly catchy osts created specifically for the game, an astronomical cast with some of the best voice actors in the video game world, and a perfect choice of sound effects.

    BUT WHY 9?

    PROS:
    Death Stranding is one of those gems that should be played by those who are fans of exciting and intricate storylines. If what you are looking for is a game purely dedicated to gameplay, it is not the game for you, as that is not what it was created for. The story, world building and characterization of this work is one of the best ever created. All of this is extremely augmented by the fantastic actors used and the great voice actors in the cast. The study of the game's level design is almost always impeccable, and it suppresses the repetitiveness of the base game.

    CONS:
    The cons of the game are several, and they almost all relate to subjective tastes a player might have. Let's start, however, with objective problems; The motorbike; the motorbike is one of those things that are essential to the game, but turn out 80% of the time to be extremely clunky, and you often find yourself stuck, bugged or in impossible situations. Another thing is the facial animations, which as opposed to the facial models, turn out, due to technology, to be very expressive, and there are many scenes that would have been much more exciting with better animations. Obviously the worst negative point of the game is, if given in the hands of a casual player, the lack of franticness, action, and diversity; the presence of numerous cutscenes made many people give up on the game, along with the monotonous gameplay, and this is a shame, but as kojima said, this was calculated, and not everything can please everyone.

    RATING
    Gameplay: 7
    Music:8
    Story: 10
    _    … Expand
  44. Rocambole
    Jan 12, 2023
    9
    it's a masterpiece !!! C'est un chef-d'œuvre, unique par ses graphismes, sa musique, son gameplay et sa narration. Kojima a utilisé son imagination pour nous offrir une expérience de jeu extraordinaire.
  45. briiiz
    Jan 12, 2023
    9
    死亡搁浅一直都算是评分两极分化的代表了，但是个人而言十分喜欢它的这套玩法，送快递这个简单且别样的玩法却能与游戏主旨联系紧密，绝对是表达该游戏主题最适合的玩法，在经历了长途跋涉后柳暗花明，又或者是收到其他玩家的帮助。cg数量可能有点多
    死亡搁浅可以说是真正的将玩法与叙事结合，就像一个独立游戏一般，去做这些商业化游戏不敢去做的事，一定会有越来越多的开发者受到他的启发的    死亡搁浅一直都算是评分两极分化的代表了，但是个人而言十分喜欢它的这套玩法，送快递这个简单且别样的玩法却能与游戏主旨联系紧密，绝对是表达该游戏主题最适合的玩法，在经历了长途跋涉后柳暗花明，又或者是收到其他玩家的帮助。cg数量可能有点多
    死亡搁浅可以说是真正的将玩法与叙事结合，就像一个独立游戏一般，去做这些商业化游戏不敢去做的事，一定会有越来越多的开发者受到他的启发的
  46. AxieEzz
    Jan 10, 2023
    9
    Никогда еще не было так интересно ходить по миру туда - сюда.
    из плюсов:
    - Хорошая графика и оптимизация - Хорошая локализация - Интересный сюжет - Интересная механика ходьбы Но и не без минусов: - Ужасная физика транспорта - Излишний пафос в диалогах/ катсценах - Слишком много твистов - Искусственно растянут геймплей, особенно под конец игры    Никогда еще не было так интересно ходить по миру туда - сюда.
    из плюсов:
    - Хорошая графика и оптимизация
    - Хорошая локализация
    - Интересный сюжет
    - Интересная механика ходьбы

    Но и не без минусов:

    - Ужасная физика транспорта
    - Излишний пафос в диалогах/ катсценах
    - Слишком много твистов
    - Искусственно растянут геймплей, особенно под конец игры
  47. asdfasdf12456
    Jan 8, 2023
    9
    Game is suprisingly good. I didn't feel bored at all. I thought I would fall asleep when I played it but I played it straight whole day without stopping. The game gives me something different than other games out there, the satisfaction when building stuff online with different people and linking the structure all together is what keeps me in the game for that long. The game mechanics isGame is suprisingly good. I didn't feel bored at all. I thought I would fall asleep when I played it but I played it straight whole day without stopping. The game gives me something different than other games out there, the satisfaction when building stuff online with different people and linking the structure all together is what keeps me in the game for that long. The game mechanics is another thing keeping me in, because there's no other game that you will trip over something when you are being careless. The tripping mechanics also helps me understand how to walk faster and it is so funny to see the character keeps tripping but not falling at all. I also enjoy the combat part because I can't rely on the same weapon to kill the boss because of the ammo capacity and this keeps me focusing more.… Expand
  48. LorneMaIvo
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    Um jogo diferente de qualquer outro que me fez me apegar a história e ao produtor. Death Stranding não é um jogo para todos, e isso fica claro com as avaliações e críticas, uma ficção jamais vista, nem mesmo podemos comparar, pois não existe nada parecido. Kojima sendo Kojima... O jogo também pode ser difícil de entender, saber o que você está fazendo naquele mundo vasto simplesmenteUm jogo diferente de qualquer outro que me fez me apegar a história e ao produtor. Death Stranding não é um jogo para todos, e isso fica claro com as avaliações e críticas, uma ficção jamais vista, nem mesmo podemos comparar, pois não existe nada parecido. Kojima sendo Kojima... O jogo também pode ser difícil de entender, saber o que você está fazendo naquele mundo vasto simplesmente andando para lá e para cá pode ser tedioso para muitos, mas, quando se sente a imersão que o jogo quer passar, isso muda completamente, você se sente ajudando e fazendo a mudança na história. A trilha sonora também nem se fala, tanto as músicas, quanto o som ambiente te faz sentir parte de tudo aquilo, deixo um elogio também para o elenco que atuou muito bem. Death Stranding é com certeza um jogo que todos vão jogar algum dia, gostando ou não.… Expand
  49. Creepzy
    Jan 6, 2023
    9
    It's a sublime game, after each session I always want to go back, the story is overwhelming and I've never been bored. Throughout the game I immersed myself in the character of Sam.
    The only weak point is driving the vehicle which can sometimes be bad
    Thank you Kojima for this wonderful experience
  50. PanchiLoveShady
    Jan 6, 2023
    9
    No le doy un 10 por el inicio que es confuso y lento, claramente la barrera de los maravilloso de este juego. La historia es conmovedora y apasionante, los personajes son increíbles como se desarrollan y su personalidad. El juego es entretenido no es tan fácil o simple como algunos dicen se va complicando. Esperando para ver DS2 en 2024 I'm not giving it a 10, becouse of the begginingNo le doy un 10 por el inicio que es confuso y lento, claramente la barrera de los maravilloso de este juego. La historia es conmovedora y apasionante, los personajes son increíbles como se desarrollan y su personalidad. El juego es entretenido no es tan fácil o simple como algunos dicen se va complicando. Esperando para ver DS2 en 2024 I'm not giving it a 10, becouse of the beggining which is confusing and slow, clearly the obstacle of contempling this beauty. The story is moving and frenetic the characters are incredible how they develop and they form their personality. The game is interesting and is not as easy or simple as someones says. Waiting for seeing DS2 in 2024… Expand
  51. Lorran2k
    Jan 6, 2023
    8
    Ótimo jogo, mundo bem vasto e é bem diferente a proposta dele.
    As cinemáticas são muito boas, fica bem imersivo a cada missão da história..
  52. bar0yka
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
    Millet kolsuz sanırım 3.5 nedir lan! lan uzun zamandır böyle film gibi oyun oynamamıştım düşük puan verenler valo atsın
  53. pcapinheiro
    Jan 3, 2023
    8
    Não sou muito fã do jeito do Kojima de contar histórias, mas gostei bastante desse game.
    Pontos positivos:
    + A locomoção é bem variada e cheia de desafios;
    + Visual e som incríveis;
    Pontos Negativos:
    + Os longíssimos diálogos, mesmo os mais triviais e por telefone, em cutscenes em vez de ocorrerem enquanto joga.
    + As longuíssimas cutscenes cansam bastante.
  54. snirre
    Dec 29, 2022
    9
    Great atmosphere, game mechanics and story.
    Kojima creates a unique experience like no other.
  55. squerlm
    Dec 28, 2022
    10
    The game takes a while to get really into it. The menus and controls take a bit to get used to. The loading speed has improved dramatically. While the often found criticism "walking simulator" is not far off, it is a really good one! ...and DS is a lot more: also a game with an intricate and fascinating story that makes reference to Kafka and all kinds of less well known art creators, itThe game takes a while to get really into it. The menus and controls take a bit to get used to. The loading speed has improved dramatically. While the often found criticism "walking simulator" is not far off, it is a really good one! ...and DS is a lot more: also a game with an intricate and fascinating story that makes reference to Kafka and all kinds of less well known art creators, it has amazing music made in part by very well known bands, the open world works very well, the geography and graphics are enormously pretty, atmospheric and authentic, the cut scenes are top notch by the some of world's best actors, the fights and sneaking parts add the right amount of challenge to give a decent thrill to the nature traversing game and finally, I like a lot the way of interacting with other players : building roads and other travel infrastructure together for the good use of everyone while also not spoiling the feel of divine solitude in the remote nature regions.… Expand
  56. SamJustSam
    Dec 28, 2022
    9
    What else could i say? It's a Kojima game, he know what he was doing. But worth telling that it's not for everyone. Gameplay can be boring for some for the lack of action, but for me it was really good, and a catching story that worth playing. Really good music and graphics, the characters movements are amazingly fluid and well done, world exploration is fun and helping others construct aWhat else could i say? It's a Kojima game, he know what he was doing. But worth telling that it's not for everyone. Gameplay can be boring for some for the lack of action, but for me it was really good, and a catching story that worth playing. Really good music and graphics, the characters movements are amazingly fluid and well done, world exploration is fun and helping others construct a simple bridge can fell nice. For me, it has not been boring, but it can be if you don't like the main missions mechanics or the way you are supposed to play the game (deliver something form point A from point B, or retrieve some cargo from a enemy base). Overall, it is a game that worth playing, with a amazing story and even better attention to details.… Expand
  57. AgentLvi
    Dec 27, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece game. The story is so enjoyable, scoring is really great, visual is decent, and the voice is stunning
  58. KARAAAAS_228
    Dec 27, 2022
    10
    It's perfect, down to the last detalies
    optomization good, gameplay good, story maby best in my gaming history
  59. Kerebek
    Dec 20, 2022
    10
    My man Kojima knows his job this is masterpiece is not a game this is a experience that you can only encounter 1 time in your entire life 10/10
  60. Fransuar
    Dec 17, 2022
    10
    Um jogo diferenciado, não e pra grande publico que curte estes jogos freneticos de hoje. Porem ele e LINDO, qualidade impresionante, tanto técnico quanto na parte artistica e na historia. e um jogo que vai lhe marcar muito.Kojima veio com tudo neste novo projeto.
  61. Carlangas2006
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    I dont have any words to represent this masterpiece, i just going to say one word:

    Work of art!!!!!
  62. Rafalosnos
    Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Exceptional game but the ending was too long. It took like an hour of cinematics since first end credits appeared. There is no game like Death Stranding. Breathtaking experience, especially I loved first Cliff Chapter.
  63. tonylattke
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Una experiencia increible!
    Puede parecer muy lento para avanzar en la historia pero realmente es una herramienta para entrar en mundo y sentirte como alguien que de verdad esta conectando toda america y tratando de hacerlo realista por supuesto que tiene que tardar llegar de un sitio a otro
  64. joaopoc1998
    Nov 5, 2022
    8
    Great story
    Great game.
    But the gameplay is boring as hell most of the time
  65. yunusemre23023
    Oct 29, 2022
    8
    It's interesting. It's have to different properties and mechanichs . I like it.
  66. TheAlgerian
    Oct 27, 2022
    9
    I heard that Death Stranding was "divisive".

    Heeeh, no it's not. Before it was replaced by the Director's Cut edition, the Steam page had over 80k reviews, 92% of which were "positive". (These are not a number I'm pulling out of my rear end, they're the actual numbers). Do you know the difference between Steam and metacritic user reviews? You actually have to own the game on Steam    I heard that Death Stranding was "divisive".

    Heeeh, no it's not.
    Before it was replaced by the Director's Cut edition, the Steam page had over 80k reviews, 92% of which were "positive".
    (These are not a number I'm pulling out of my rear end, they're the actual numbers).

    Do you know the difference between Steam and metacritic user reviews?
    You actually have to own the game on Steam to be allowed to post a review.

    I'll let you draw your own conclusions.    … Expand
  67. basic123
    Oct 18, 2022
    8
    Its an unique gaming experience for sure. The game world and the gameplay were top. But the story and confusing and not always easy to follow.
  68. hellyaN
    Oct 3, 2022
    10
    Game with the best plot, I ever play. Movies and games go to the same level. Thank you, Kojima for this game
  69. OfTopic
    Sep 7, 2022
    10
    One of the best games i ever played. i played on PC. Amazing graphics and history with an insane depth and meaning. If you love games, you will love this masterpiece, when you think you got the history sorted it swaps in a completely different direction. There's few games maybe 5? that made me want to complete them and this is in my top 1 for sure. I played hundreds of games but this oneOne of the best games i ever played. i played on PC. Amazing graphics and history with an insane depth and meaning. If you love games, you will love this masterpiece, when you think you got the history sorted it swaps in a completely different direction. There's few games maybe 5? that made me want to complete them and this is in my top 1 for sure. I played hundreds of games but this one is just in "A higher place" I dare even say above them all perhaps it's the heart that pumps blood to all of them!… Expand
  70. Chrislzrks
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    Such a pitty to call this piece of art game!
    The design, the plot, the soundtracks are next level!
  71. DusTech
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    I've registered for the first time just to review this game.
    Death stranding is an absolute masterpiece that changed my point of view on some aspects of my life.
    The visuals are so good that I've fear that any other title will look bad from now on.
    The story and narrative is out of the box, never seen anything like that.
    10/10 because this game deserve no less.
  72. PetyaBiszeps
    Aug 25, 2022
    8
    This one is not for everyone. It has it's own specific vibe, but overall it's nice game. Nice gameplay, nice plot, cool characters and good atmosphere. I would recommend everyone at least try this game.
  73. george_bondo
    Jul 24, 2022
    10
    this game is just perfect with that beautiful music , characters and atmosphere
  74. FirstSpawn
    Jul 23, 2022
    8
    Игра со своеобразным, но интересным и атмосферным сюжетом. Очень подойдёт для тех, кто любит неспешный-плавный геймплей, поразмыслить и любоваться природным ландшафтом.
  75. MTaniacMeta
    Jul 23, 2022
    10
    this game is an unexplored valley this game is a masterpiece that every player should experience .play,play,play
  76. kyuy
    Jun 29, 2022
    9
    Some people may find the gameplay repetitive and boring. But I (average ETS2 enjoyer) find it simply not as dynamic as in other action-adventure games. Except well-made plot, the game also contents deep author reflection that has held me for a long time.
    Of course, DS is not an ideal game. There were some annoying things, but I have already forgotten about them. The most disappointing one    Some people may find the gameplay repetitive and boring. But I (average ETS2 enjoyer) find it simply not as dynamic as in other action-adventure games. Except well-made plot, the game also contents deep author reflection that has held me for a long time.
    Of course, DS is not an ideal game. There were some annoying things, but I have already forgotten about them. The most disappointing one is the fact that you can't listen to beautiful soundtrack while doing orders.
    And physics is better than in real life. 9/10    … Expand
  77. Lucfer696
    Jun 7, 2022
    9
    Un juego totalmente unico con una ambientacion espectacular y una historia increible en una era de clones y clones de juegos calcados para generar dinero facil
  78. Sergofx1
    Jun 4, 2022
    8
    Всем привет! Меня зовут Сергей, мне 19 лет. Как вас зовут? Меня зовут Хидео.
  79. Meeleepit
    May 19, 2022
    8
    Blown away by a simple mechanic as walking.

    Held off on this game for long and then bought on special and it is an immense fun experience with an absorbing story .

    To me the game is relaxing and tens at the same time. Already 47 hours in and not even half way
  80. GregorRisenwald
    Apr 22, 2022
    10
    I have around 150 hours on the PS4 version and platinumed it, so you could say that I enjoy the game very much.

    Death Stranding is unlike any game out there. It's a thought provoking sci-fi world that brings fresh ideas and themes to the table, with a gameplay loop that's extremely satisfying and relaxing. This is one of those games where the more you put into it, the more satisfaction    I have around 150 hours on the PS4 version and platinumed it, so you could say that I enjoy the game very much.

    Death Stranding is unlike any game out there. It's a thought provoking sci-fi world that brings fresh ideas and themes to the table, with a gameplay loop that's extremely satisfying and relaxing. This is one of those games where the more you put into it, the more satisfaction you'll receive.

    The story gripped me from start to finish. It's hard to comprehend how any individual could come up with this game's setting and scenarios it puts you through, how the world and it's story unravels around you. While there are some moments that I felt the writing could've been improved that's about the extent of my complaints with the game.

    The PC port is phenomenal.

    DEATH STRADNING is a Masterpiece.    … Expand
  81. Gwend
    Apr 1, 2022
    8
    Отличный сюжет, прекрасная графика и приятная музыка. поставил бы 10, если бы не очень скучные и бесполезные побочные квесты и скудный магазин снаряжения. 8 из 10
  82. Scofieldelux
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    Very very good game design and good and deep story weather and wild Deatalis kojima
  83. Detty
    Mar 3, 2022
    8
    Just came to balance out the butthurt idiots who are right to be mad (at cyberpunk). You gonna go review bomb every game that might have a crossover? This game is fine though, would rate it a 7.5
  84. Fvnfvnfvn
    Mar 1, 2022
    8
    As frustrating as it is brilliant, Death Stranding combines some of the most interesting element of open world sandbox games into an experience that is like nothing that has come before it! While the story is a rocky with it over use of mystique and troupes, Death Stranding really shines in its moment to moment gameplay.

    Story - Oh boy here we go. As anyone who has played a Kojimbo game    As frustrating as it is brilliant, Death Stranding combines some of the most interesting element of open world sandbox games into an experience that is like nothing that has come before it! While the story is a rocky with it over use of mystique and troupes, Death Stranding really shines in its moment to moment gameplay.

    Story - Oh boy here we go. As anyone who has played a Kojimbo game before will already know the story can be a bit all over the place. Laced with wild ideas and concepts, Death Stranding asks the player at first glance to suspend their disbelief and keep an open mind around many of the games core ideas no matter how wild they can get. You are Sam Porter Bridges, a delivery man in the post apocalyptic wastes of United States after an event know as the Death Stranding. Basically the world of the living and the dead have collided leaving the souls of dead people stranded in the living world as creatures known as BT (Beach Things). A bunch of strange paranormal things are going on, rain causes things to age at an increased pace and many of the humdrum things we take for granted now simply don't exist anymore. As a delivery man it is you job to cross America delivering packages and connecting the separated settlements back together. This is about all I'm willing to go into now as any deep would warrant a 30000+ word count essay. Just know that at its core, although confusing and troupe heavy this game has a wonderfully told high concept story about connecting to people. Which at time can be heart warming and other brain wracking.

    Gameplay - The term walking sim gets thrown around a lot in conversations about this game, and while not untrue there is so much more to this then meets the eye. This game is more about the journey then it is the destination and its those moment in-between the tense actions sequences and cutscenes that really punctuate the game as a whole. Camping out quietly with your bb as the rain passes, constructing elaborate structure for no other purpose then that they might help a fellow porter, finally scaling that cliffside you've been dying to look over. Its all about the preparation and execution of these journeys. That's what makes the gameplay loop of Death Stranding so oddly gratifying. Its also the quiet contemplations of the mystery and beauty of this world. These are moment where death stranding truly shines, and pushes you onward to continue Sam's journey.

    While Death Stranding is a bit of an odd bird, not quite living up to grandiosity of games likes MSGV it does a fine job carving out its own niche to be something truly unique in the industry! I hope Kojima continues to experiment with games as a medium and open up new avenues for developers to try out inspire the undeserved hate this game got.

    Gameplay: 8 (Yes you do deliver packages)
    Story: 6.5
    Enjoyment: 9    … Expand
  85. delaware80
    Feb 28, 2022
    8
    Death stranding is in some ways a different game.
    Graphics, gameplay and storytelling war fantastic.
    The story is unique, and I can recommend the game to play.
    BUT: The game is silent - you walk for a time and "nothing happens".
  86. Migulas52
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Neuvěřitelný a silný zážitek na který dlouho nezapomenu. Mysteriozní příběh plný zvratů hudba jedna z nejlepších co jsem kdy slyšel postavy skvělé herecké výkon neuvěřitelné...Repetetivnost hratelnosti nelze upřít ale i přes to 10of10
  87. Ixedosss
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Изначально, когда игра вышла , с друзьями рофлили на тему данного симулятора почтальона и вот спустя 2 с лишним года решив всё таки попробовать данную игру , понял что создана она не для всех . Если надоели шутеры гриндилки и прочее , то эта игра именно для Вас . Точнее игрофильм . Так что наиграв пока что ~15 часов ставлю твёрдую 10-ку . На мой взгляд Кодзима не зря её создал, так как наИзначально, когда игра вышла , с друзьями рофлили на тему данного симулятора почтальона и вот спустя 2 с лишним года решив всё таки попробовать данную игру , понял что создана она не для всех . Если надоели шутеры гриндилки и прочее , то эта игра именно для Вас . Точнее игрофильм . Так что наиграв пока что ~15 часов ставлю твёрдую 10-ку . На мой взгляд Кодзима не зря её создал, так как на момент - аналогов не существует, на то он и гений :-)… Expand
  88. Purplebleaf
    Feb 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A masterpiece, one of few games i ever care to rate. Great story actually enjoing to do the misions the multyplayer pat is interesting and for the haters, let them keep playin Fifa and CsGo… Expand
  89. r03vg
    Jan 19, 2022
    8
    Как всегда гениально, но слишком затянуто. Игра могла быть и короче, и ничего от этого бы не потеряла.
  90. watchm824
    Jan 16, 2022
    8
    It's hard to draw any conclusions from this game. The gameplay itself did not give me pleasure. But I also didn’t want to turn off and quit the game.
    Pros: great atmosphere and original unusual world, great graphics and great animation, sometimes captivating gameplay.
    Cons: plot presentation, not convenient control. In my opinion: this story could have been told in a simpler manner,    It's hard to draw any conclusions from this game. The gameplay itself did not give me pleasure. But I also didn’t want to turn off and quit the game.
    Pros: great atmosphere and original unusual world, great graphics and great animation, sometimes captivating gameplay.
    Cons: plot presentation, not convenient control.
    In my opinion: this story could have been told in a simpler manner, without overloading with unnecessary terminology and reducing the amount of pathos. And history would only benefit from this.    … Expand
  91. lesiuML
    Jan 3, 2022
    8
    Very unique experience. Be prepared for very slow pace of the game. Visuals and storytelling are amazing. Game only for those who seek beautiful story driven experience and have lot of free time to spare.
  92. InfantePolicial
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    Hideo Kojima has a natural talent for storytelling, just that. Death Stranding takes place in a post-apocalyptic "high tech" world, with elements... "esoteric" so to speak, but without being cliché. Far from it: the universe created by the director is extremely intriguing, believable and very well structured. The story is worthy of an extremely high-quality series or film (I'd love to seeHideo Kojima has a natural talent for storytelling, just that. Death Stranding takes place in a post-apocalyptic "high tech" world, with elements... "esoteric" so to speak, but without being cliché. Far from it: the universe created by the director is extremely intriguing, believable and very well structured. The story is worthy of an extremely high-quality series or film (I'd love to see one with the actors that make up this beautiful work as well). The beginning of the game is simply breathtaking and leaves you motivated to understand more about that universe. The characters are extremely charismatic, the content of documents found during gameplay, incoming emails and everything else that make up the game's lore are well-formulated, and Kojima's "likes" system and online features work surprisingly well. And what about the soundtrack? Simply stupendous!!! The way in which the songs are inserted in key moments of the game, when entering new biomes/landscapes, is exquisite, and emotional. By the way, the story as a whole is very emotional. All the facts mentioned above only intensify with the moment the world is/has been going through, with the pandemic of the new COVID-19 coronavirus, for example. The way game elements merged with reality is/was an amazing coincidence. The distance from humanity, the broken bonds, many deaths, the role of deliverymen... all of this converges in an unbelievable harmony and makes you reflective. I'm sure players who lost someone, or even struggled in the middle of the pandemic, must have been thrilled, a lot, throughout the long Sam Bridges odyssey. Speaking of journey, the game is long and has a lot of content to explore. Zeroing the main story and some side quests, I reached the 55 hour mark. And for those who love achievements or challenges, you can go well beyond that. I'm sure the biggest factor pushing some players away from the game is the cadence with which the story unfolds. It starts off very well, however, for the most part the story evolves rather slowly at the beginning and only regains dynamism towards the middle/end of the game. However, I consider this "wait" necessary, which makes it worthwhile in the end. Sam's efforts demonstrate how difficult the time humanity was going through in that universe is and how much effort it takes to unite everyone. The difficulty, the wait, the difficult deliveries, it's not just "stuffing up sausage": it's a narrative resource, a gameplay tool. Finally, the plot twist's are very good and the ending is surprising. The price charged for the game is more than fair, it is a masterpiece, made with care and with a memorable story and characters. The promotional price for this game is a bargain. Honorable mentions for the exquisite optimization performed, which makes the game run very well even on a humble RX570 4gb, and the compatibility on 21:9 monitors that only enhances the experience.… Expand
  93. parallax_84
    Jan 1, 2022
    8
    its a shame that some people won't even try this game because they read somewhere is just a walking sim, they don't know what they are missing, Kojima somehow made walking an interesting mechanic of the game and walking,managing sneaking & fighting will get you through a beautiful story.

    After reading a lot of trash about this game i thought why not make an opinion on my own so i played    its a shame that some people won't even try this game because they read somewhere is just a walking sim, they don't know what they are missing, Kojima somehow made walking an interesting mechanic of the game and walking,managing sneaking & fighting will get you through a beautiful story.

    After reading a lot of trash about this game i thought why not make an opinion on my own so i played it and i really enjoyed it. I went with my expectations low but to be honest this game is really underrated.
    The so called fetch quests aren't really like that, you have to plan carefully your load and even where you step so you don't not ruin the cargo meanwhile you see some of the most beautiful landscapes ever in a videogame so i wouldn't say its boring because the deliveries are not, yes they are time consuming and some of them very hard . I highly 2 things recommend 1st- skip sidequest in the game, you don't gain much doing these but they wear you off, the game can be completed without them, just set focus on the main ones and the game is far much better. 2nd read a lore guide(with no spoilers) of the game before start it takes 5 minutes but makes you understand a lot better from the very beggining.
    The story is really good, a good mix between sci fi and mystic stuff. Oh and it also has some good combat and cool boss fight too and also it keeps giving you new stuff weapons, tools etc., you just have to wait because real action starts later in the game.
    It has a quality few games can presume and a excellent cast and performances and soundtrack.
    On the downside going through the menus in game is a disaster, i think this was fixed in the new version that came out recently but in pc not good at all.    … Expand
  94. Enzo2003s
    Dec 27, 2021
    10
    Charmfull in a way that you will notice under your playthrough while also providing an amazing moyivaion to keep going and giving you an movie like story while playing. Can't recommend it enough it really got me invested.
  95. petrkozak13
    Dec 13, 2021
    8
    Very unusual game but definitely an interesting one. Kojima is obviously either crazy or genius. Or maybe both.
  96. gadsby
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    It is a game where you are free to live the game. You can just be carrier. You can enjoy all the landscapes with good music. Since it's not generic story that you can see everywhere, game let you first feel the game then understand what's going on. Well played Hideo Kojima.

    I'll be honest, if someone gives 0 to this game or lower than 5 it because either their system couldn't run the    It is a game where you are free to live the game. You can just be carrier. You can enjoy all the landscapes with good music. Since it's not generic story that you can see everywhere, game let you first feel the game then understand what's going on. Well played Hideo Kojima.

    I'll be honest, if someone gives 0 to this game or lower than 5 it because either their system couldn't run the game since their PC didn't have enough power or they didn't understand the game.    … Expand
  97. retromyioi
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    The story is amazing.We getting it by cat-scenes and some interviews with emails from goverment with information about lore. Gameplay is amazing,I was sad after game gave me the guns,because it was so cool ithout them,but at all game is brilliant and now it's one the most my favourite games
  98. Monferus
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i bought this game on release date for ps4 but in that day after few hours i just turn it off and just say to myself this game doesn’t worth that money oh god how i was wrong after few years i started playing it again and i’m glad i do it the way that game explains story and that ending die hardman i’m sorry to doubt you after i saw ending i can say only it’s not your fault… Expand
  99. P09XD371
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    At first I thought that the game was very boring, go across the floor of the map to deliver the cargo (I didn't get it at first). Because of this, I abandoned the game for about 6-7 months. After I returned, I decided to go through it no matter what it cost me, and I’ll say that the game really came to me. It has its own charm, the antagonists are very well spelled out, the world ... It isAt first I thought that the game was very boring, go across the floor of the map to deliver the cargo (I didn't get it at first). Because of this, I abandoned the game for about 6-7 months. After I returned, I decided to go through it no matter what it cost me, and I’ll say that the game really came to me. It has its own charm, the antagonists are very well spelled out, the world ... It is simply beautiful, with its serenity, tranquility, lack of people and the like. So I advise everyone to go through it!… Expand
  100. Viktor_Okha
    Nov 20, 2021
    10
    Кодзима - гений ! Новаторский геймплей, механики, видео, актёры, саундтрек. В этой игре прекрасно всё. Особенно саундтреки. Тема ББ в конце - просто шедевр
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 54 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 54
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 54
  3. Negative: 0 out of 54
  1. CD-Action
    Oct 15, 2020
    70
    I approached Death Stranding twice. I spent a couple of hours with the PS4 edition and was fascinated with it. I kinda wish I stopped at that and let the game remain a mystery to me rather than complete it later on PC and be disappointed. There are moments when Death Stranding eludes the traditional 1-10 rating system. There are moments when it sets new standards and becomes a truly special experience. But those are just moments scattered throughout tedious gameplay. Still, it is in my opinion one of those games you simply need to play. [10/2020, p.44]
  2. Riot Pixels
    Sep 20, 2020
    67
    Death Stranding is asking you to find variety in a daily rut, cooperation possibilities for a character who has fear of contact, scientific explanations in clear-cut mysticism. Today, you’re annoyed that the story doesn’t move forward, and you have to trek into the same ghost-infested area as before, but tomorrow you’ll gladly spend a few hours hauling resources for a new highway and feeling good about it. This source of joy is very weird and defies explanation.
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  3. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 5, 2020
    90
    Death Stranding on PC is the best way to experience this journey. Game is much more than a walking Sim, it mixes and matches a ton of brilliant new ideas and game mechanics. It is bursting with atmosphere, and the overall quality of the production and presentation is fantastic. Other than minor issues and some non-consistent storytelling, Death Stranding shows us that boundaries can be moved in the today gaming world.
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