Death Stranding

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7.8

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  1. polYtoX
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    OMG.....I almost believed this stupid Metacritic-Bashing of the User, that this is a Walking-Simulator.
    I'm so happy I tried it out. ==> This GAME is a MASTERPIECE...and that's something I say very rare (if at all). Sure you must walk a lot, but this is part of the game mechanic. It's not just stupid wandering, but clever running in the wilds, where u have to use ladders, ropes and other    OMG.....I almost believed this stupid Metacritic-Bashing of the User, that this is a Walking-Simulator.
    I'm so happy I tried it out. ==> This GAME is a MASTERPIECE...and that's something I say very rare (if at all). Sure you must walk a lot, but this is part of the game mechanic. It's not just stupid wandering, but clever running in the wilds, where u have to use ladders, ropes and other equipment to come to your destination. Beside this you must clever outweigh your body, 'cause u have to carry a lot ;-). The Story is almost like a movie and I easily can say, this Game is one of the Best I played in the last years. Especially if you like heavy Storys or read SciFi-Books -> This Game is a MUST !!!! Only if u expect a mindless shooter (which also is sometimes fun to play) -> this isn't !!!!!
    PS: In my opinion: if I read this 0 points User-Reviews that I have the feeling they are all written by 1-3 persons, who wanna decrease the points of that Game.....sadly is possible    … Expand
  2. MrCotorro
    Dec 13, 2020
    8
    This is a really difficult game, not because is hard, is difficult for the audience, not everyone will like it, but is a really good game, with a really deep story, a great soundtrack and maybe the best scenarios i ever seen in a game, the mechanics of the game are simple, but they work because of that, it nay have a really bad critic because of the long cinematic, or maybe the long andThis is a really difficult game, not because is hard, is difficult for the audience, not everyone will like it, but is a really good game, with a really deep story, a great soundtrack and maybe the best scenarios i ever seen in a game, the mechanics of the game are simple, but they work because of that, it nay have a really bad critic because of the long cinematic, or maybe the long and boring walks (not for me, i really found the walks relaxing), but with all the bad critics, i still consider this game, not a masterpiece but a really good game, had a great story with a critic to the society (difficult to understand, even in the end) great mechanics, awesome soundtrack and visual art, and incredible characters.… Expand
  3. 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.
  4. Chris_Rudecki
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Thinking mans walking simulator with amazing story and world. Very thought provoking. PC version runs great and it's solid, like it was made with metal gears.
  5. lexik1235
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Отличная игра с отличным сюжетом , геймплеем и особенно офигительным саундтреком. Постройки дорог, тросов, мостов и прочего. Доставка грузов. Бег от мулов. Опасность тварей. Все это затягивает в игру неимоверно. Первые часов 30-40 я даже забил на сюжет и тупо строил дороги и доставлял грузы.Отличная игра с отличным сюжетом , геймплеем и особенно офигительным саундтреком. Постройки дорог, тросов, мостов и прочего. Доставка грузов. Бег от мулов. Опасность тварей. Все это затягивает в игру неимоверно. Первые часов 30-40 я даже забил на сюжет и тупо строил дороги и доставлял грузы.
  6. Nalpa
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Death Stranding is flippin piece of art!
    The Sounddesign is amazing! Outstanding storytelling and unparalleled gameplay! The subtleties kn the movement are incredible. And don’t get me started on the acting and cast, boy oh boy! I wish there were more games out so meticulously designed! Hideo Kojima is a real auteur game designer - which there would be way more out there like him. Einfach    Death Stranding is flippin piece of art!
    The Sounddesign is amazing! Outstanding storytelling and unparalleled gameplay! The subtleties kn the movement are incredible. And don’t get me started on the acting and cast, boy oh boy! I wish there were more games out so meticulously designed! Hideo Kojima is a real auteur game designer - which there would be way more out there like him. Einfach Fantastisch    … Expand
  7. SergT
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    It is pure art! The atmosphere is insane, i felt strong emphathy to protagonist, i was literaly there, in this postapocalyptic world. I had pain in my legs muscles when was climbing mountains in the game. The best game ever made! Story, graphics, music, game play just super.. Кодзима - Гений
  8. CherokeeGo
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Во спасение гениальной игры. Лучшая оптимизация для порта на ПК, за последнее время. Отличная история, великолепный подбор актеров, в целом подход завораживает.
    Мало кто может похвастаться тем, что такую скучную геймплейную особенность как доставка от точки А до точки Б можно сделать интересно.    Во спасение гениальной игры. Лучшая оптимизация для порта на ПК, за последнее время. Отличная история, великолепный подбор актеров, в целом подход завораживает.
    Мало кто может похвастаться тем, что такую скучную геймплейную особенность как доставка от точки А до точки Б можно сделать интересно.
  9. Ne_Triss
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Very good game. It will always remain in my heart. I have never regretted that I passed the game first on PS4, and now on PC. Many thanks to 505 Games for the optimization. As for the game itself... I must say at once, it is not for everyone. Someone will find it difficult to understand the intricacies of the plot, someone will find the gameplay dull and uninteresting. Death Stranding isVery good game. It will always remain in my heart. I have never regretted that I passed the game first on PS4, and now on PC. Many thanks to 505 Games for the optimization. As for the game itself... I must say at once, it is not for everyone. Someone will find it difficult to understand the intricacies of the plot, someone will find the gameplay dull and uninteresting. Death Stranding is the kind of game that it is desirable to pass alone, alone with your thoughts. The plot of the game may seem boring, but only at the beginning. With each chapter, you start to empathize with the heroes of the game more and more. i admit honestly, during the first passage, over the final of the game roared like a **** so he was gorgeous and touching. the stories of many characters make you think about some things and maybe rethink them. death stranding is a game that you need to go through wrapped in a warm blanket, drinking hot tea or mulled wine and just relax and enjoy the story and atmosphere of the game. A well-chosen soundtrack will help you in this. There are certainly disadvantages to the game, but I think you've read about them in other reviews. I would recommend this game to those who do not want to strain and sweat, passing this or that location, those who know how to empathize with the game characters and imbued with their stories, those who love long cutscenes (which by the way are smartly shot). If you belong to this group of players, then feel free to buy the game, you will not regret it. but if you want to quickly run through the story or wait for epic battles and shootouts - this game is not for you. Don't waste your money so you won't be disappointed. Good luck couriers, and may Saint BB help you.… Expand
  10. JohnLeit
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    work of art, the story is the most complex and fantastic I have ever seen, great graphics, great ambiance, good facial expressions and the gameplay is good, don't expect too much action
  11. MostafaHaNy
    Nov 10, 2020
    10
    The story of the game is excellent and gameplay is in line with the events of the story and was presented in a wonderful way
  12. Rooseweld
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    Best visuals of any Pc game. Amazing music, incredible world, Great story and Characters, Addictive and relaxing gameplay. One of the best game on Pc.
  13. HoshiWolf
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    Truly a masterpiece in so many ways, from the photorealistic visuals and incredible framerate, to the amazing writing and sometimes funny dialogue. An incredible achievement from Kojima, a game that gives you back what you put into it with chill vibes interspersed with intense action and suspense. I spare spoilers but at certain points it really feels like metal gear solid evolved.Truly a masterpiece in so many ways, from the photorealistic visuals and incredible framerate, to the amazing writing and sometimes funny dialogue. An incredible achievement from Kojima, a game that gives you back what you put into it with chill vibes interspersed with intense action and suspense. I spare spoilers but at certain points it really feels like metal gear solid evolved.

    10/10 49 hrs game completed    … Expand
  14. malocite
    Oct 12, 2020
    8
    Recently purchased on Steam and spent a month or so on this. Invested well over 120 hours in this game. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, sound design, graphics, and story, but didn't love the gameplay. A great deal of effort was put into the story however, and that largely redeems this for me. My recommendation would be not to bother trying to max out every delivery, and max out theRecently purchased on Steam and spent a month or so on this. Invested well over 120 hours in this game. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, sound design, graphics, and story, but didn't love the gameplay. A great deal of effort was put into the story however, and that largely redeems this for me. My recommendation would be not to bother trying to max out every delivery, and max out the STARS at the various facilities and just speed run the game. The story is epic, and it has one of the most incredible endings I've seen in a long time. BTW - There is a known bug in the PC version of this game.

    The following are extremely minor spoilers, I would say they aren't even spoilers but just a good thing to know. The end credits are not the end of the game. AFTER the end credits another scene begins. For me, and several other players on PC once that scene begins and earnest the screen goes black, as if to load something else. This black screen can linger, and ultimately stay there. This is NOT the end of the game. There is well over an hour and 20 minutes of additional story here, mostly told through some pretty awesome cut scenes with incredible motion capture and voice performances. These provide some wonderful exposition and ultimately a very touching and satisfying ending.

    If you don't like games with epic stories, and are focused on action, this game is not for you. This game is highly unique and different. Those who love it... will love it.

    Oh, and a last bit of advice. Focus on zip lines through the mountains... I wasted like 5 days building roads. You're gonna move through a lot faster using the zip lines :)    … Expand
  15. Stereonight
    Aug 7, 2020
    8
    I like the idea of online content and beautiful world graphics. There are some weird elements (story telling..) but it's pretty fun.
  16. Pat1711
    Aug 11, 2020
    10
    The PC port for this game is honestly very good for a game that was made for console. No bugs so far and the FPS is fantastic.

    Overall great game with a great story and amazing visuals. A must play. P.S. don't mind the negative reviews. Most are from people who haven't even bought the game/played it. When you check Steam it's sitting at around 90% because only people who    The PC port for this game is honestly very good for a game that was made for console. No bugs so far and the FPS is fantastic.

    Overall great game with a great story and amazing visuals. A must play.

    P.S. don't mind the negative reviews. Most are from people who haven't even bought the game/played it. When you check Steam it's sitting at around 90% because only people who bought/played can rate on Steam.    … Expand
  17. UrsusArctos
    Aug 20, 2020
    10
    First of all, it's not for everyone. If you are only into fast paced shooters and action packed games, it may not be for you.

    To me, this game is an amazing experience. It's one of the most amazingly immersive games I've played in my 30 years as a gamer. The characters, the plot, the gameplay loop, the social aspect, the attention to details, the environment, the mystery behind the    First of all, it's not for everyone. If you are only into fast paced shooters and action packed games, it may not be for you.

    To me, this game is an amazing experience.
    It's one of the most amazingly immersive games I've played in my 30 years as a gamer.
    The characters, the plot, the gameplay loop, the social aspect, the attention to details, the environment, the mystery behind the story, everything is incredible!
    If I had to give it a flaw, it would probably be some of the vehicles physics (mostly bikes), but it's not enough to lose a point out of 10.

    If you're not sure if you want to try it or not, watch the first 20/30 minutes of a walkthrough on youtube, the decide for yourself! You'll have a good idea of the world and you'll see a bit of gameplay, though a lot of it gets unwrapped after about 10 hours. It's a game where you need to take your time.    … Expand
  18. gorulez
    Aug 11, 2020
    10
    The best game of the decade! No joke, Kojima is genius. He's been able to troll whole gaming industry and did it in perfect manner,
  19. Joote
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Best game I have played in donkeys years. Much more than just a walking simulator it's a fantastic experience and story.
    A lot of people shun it after playing for a hour when the first few hours are mainly a tutorial. The game keeps growing better and better until you can't put it down.
    Death Stranding is a frigging masterpiece on the PC.
  20. Akk3d1s
    Oct 10, 2020
    9
    Starts a bit slow and confusing, but gradually pulls you in until the surreal and breathtaking final moments. Genre defining and truly a master piece in the gaming industry.
  21. DeareN
    Sep 5, 2020
    10
    Along with The Witcher 3, Zelda Ocarina of time, the first Red Dead Redemption and Final Fantasy 7 (the original) this goes directly to my top 5 list. An absolute masterpiece...
  22. anfil18
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    Un juego diferente, que no gustara a todos, pero despues de meterle unas decenas de horas tiene algo que engacha bastante y su historia compleja tambien. Graficamente es brutal y bastante bien optimizado ( a esa gente que dice que no, no tiene ni P*** idea ) no e tenido ningun problema de rendimento. Eso si, sinceramente es una fumada de espanto por parte de Kojima pero tiene algo que haceUn juego diferente, que no gustara a todos, pero despues de meterle unas decenas de horas tiene algo que engacha bastante y su historia compleja tambien. Graficamente es brutal y bastante bien optimizado ( a esa gente que dice que no, no tiene ni P*** idea ) no e tenido ningun problema de rendimento. Eso si, sinceramente es una fumada de espanto por parte de Kojima pero tiene algo que hace que no pares de jugar… Expand
  23. 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
  24. Bigzeliboba
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    После 118 часов в игре: Кодзима — гений! Я фанат. Кто не согласен, смотри пункт первый. Игра зашла и не хочет выходить. Я получил все звезды и достижения. Такое отношение к жизни и смерти, не может не восхищать. А положенное в игру становится экзотическим блюдом - если полюбишь, то навсегда. Да и не у всех хватит духа попробовать это блюдо. Ведь оно с косой Можете минусить игру сколькоПосле 118 часов в игре: Кодзима — гений! Я фанат. Кто не согласен, смотри пункт первый. Игра зашла и не хочет выходить. Я получил все звезды и достижения. Такое отношение к жизни и смерти, не может не восхищать. А положенное в игру становится экзотическим блюдом - если полюбишь, то навсегда. Да и не у всех хватит духа попробовать это блюдо. Ведь оно с косой Можете минусить игру сколько влезет, но это философия жизни, воспроизведенная в игре. А я проверю, если в подсумках гематические гранаты и пакеты с кровью, заряжена ли травматическия винтовка, есть ли поблизости трос, а вы отстаньте. Доктор велел за 6 минут лекарства доставить. Да не попадутся твари, и пусть попадется транспорт на пути. P.S. Сапоги из-за Вас забыл запасные. ;)… Expand
  25. Yury_Vashurin
    Dec 16, 2020
    9
    The story is superb, the characters are great, the gameplay may be kinda boring, but at the same time it's pretty unique and revolutionary. Not the best game, not even the best Kojima game (that one being Metal Gear Solid 3), but still a mustplay for almost everyone.
  26. Latorn
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Kojima has made fetch quests interesting.

    Death Stranding isn't a game I would recommend to everyone, but it had its hooks in me and I found myself wanting to play it whenever I wasn't. I guess you could say I was addicted to the dopamine hits of delivery just like a MULE, but the then the story turned out to be a unique masterpiece. If you have the patience, and you've liked the past    Kojima has made fetch quests interesting.

    Death Stranding isn't a game I would recommend to everyone, but it had its hooks in me and I found myself wanting to play it whenever I wasn't. I guess you could say I was addicted to the dopamine hits of delivery just like a MULE, but the then the story turned out to be a unique masterpiece.

    If you have the patience, and you've liked the past storytelling to Kojima games, don't miss this masterpiece.    … Expand
  27. Unicorling
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    На первый взгляд игра кажется однообразной, про обычную доставку грузов, но чем дальше проходишь, тем сюжет сильнее затягивает, и вот ты уже не можешь от неё оторваться.
  28. Drooo
    Sep 26, 2020
    10
    Jedna z nejlepších her co jsem kdy hrál. Fantastický příběh. Krásná grafika. Skvělé technické zpracování.
  29. Thdragoon
    Aug 13, 2020
    10
    Death stranding takes like a 7 to 8 hrs to get started, but after that it's story and gameplay progress faster.Its soundtrack is amazing along with many of other songs.It has 14 chapters and an epilogue. And grqphics are great too.
  30. Karbon
    Dec 16, 2020
    9
    The game is awesome. If you like games that offer you more than just kill stuff, this game is for you. Almost everything you do give you that good sensation of an well done job.
    The cinematography is on point. The only thing I few it's off is the way the story is presented to you and how the game introduce Sam to the "job" you need to do.
    A warning for you: the game will kick off few    The game is awesome. If you like games that offer you more than just kill stuff, this game is for you. Almost everything you do give you that good sensation of an well done job.
    The cinematography is on point. The only thing I few it's off is the way the story is presented to you and how the game introduce Sam to the "job" you need to do.
    A warning for you: the game will kick off few hours in (if you expend time doing everything) . Don't trust any idiot that played the game for 1 to 2 hours.    … Expand
  31. Tabletka663
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Отличный сюжет, великолепный геймплей и очень интересные игровые решения. Наиграл более 50 часов и буду играть дальше. Кодзима гений
  32. EVGSounsFX
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    Great plot. Excellent acting. Excellent production. I really liked the gameplay. Great design of locations and everything in the game. I am very pleased with the work of the composer and sound designer. Thanks to the developers for a great game.
  33. Divere
    Oct 16, 2020
    10
    best movie game i ever played, really cool story and many ways to play this game, if you don't want play courier simulator - just don't be, go through story points and just enjoy the story
  34. frostinfernal
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For the first time in my life I cried at the end of the game. It is a masterpiece. Thanks for all!… Expand
  35. Melkor13
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    I think this game is most to mature people and a little excentric. There is a serious purpose to do different, to innovate and put the player in a different perspective than common in other games. The storyline is a excellent sci fi, very intersting and intriging. It is perceived that it is a game made with great care and true affection. For me is a very fun game to. Maybe some playersI think this game is most to mature people and a little excentric. There is a serious purpose to do different, to innovate and put the player in a different perspective than common in other games. The storyline is a excellent sci fi, very intersting and intriging. It is perceived that it is a game made with great care and true affection. For me is a very fun game to. Maybe some players learn to give value when bee olders, because it is a classic areready.… Expand
  36. SickK
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    Just an amazing experience unlike any other. It is a must play, if I say so myself..
  37. NighteBondo
    Aug 27, 2020
    8
    Lacks big glowing lights and most people need nowadays but otherwise good. I'm only going to play in through once though:P not much replay value.
  38. Smaetyyy
    Sep 5, 2020
    9
    This game is far from a masterpiece, but as a movie I can say this is one of the best plots you're going to get, regardless of what the negative reviews are saying. The gameplay though might be struggling a bit in the beginning, yeah I admit it, but when you pick it up, and as you progress through the story, it becomes really fun. This game takes time, as it was intended to be. HideoThis game is far from a masterpiece, but as a movie I can say this is one of the best plots you're going to get, regardless of what the negative reviews are saying. The gameplay though might be struggling a bit in the beginning, yeah I admit it, but when you pick it up, and as you progress through the story, it becomes really fun. This game takes time, as it was intended to be. Hideo Kojima wants you to take in the world, so DON'T EXPECT THIS TO BE AN ACTION GAME. I recommend it to everyone used to slow-paced games. I'd give it a 9/10, but to even out the review bombers a bit, I'll mark my rating a 10/10.… Expand
  39. 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
  40. haicvc
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    joguei no ps4 e foi incrivel. o mesmo aqui. jogo totalmente fora da caixa e aclamado nas premiaçoes. kojima merece! :)
  41. GoodweenXD
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Офигенная игра! Сюжет, игра актеров! Всё супер! Ждём новую игру от Кодзимы!
  42. maxpayne112
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    A great implementation of a bold idea. Never played any of Kojima's games but after finishing this game I understand why he is been called a genius. Sad to see in comments people complaining about gameplay, DS is not about gameplay. It is about immersion, exploring and gazing.
  43. kaldave74
    Aug 11, 2020
    10
    I really enjoyed the 129 hours in Death stranding and completing all the achievements on PC, unlike what I am doing now with the 10 hours that I go in Horizon Zero Dawn, this game deserves more valuation, it is a rare gem that not many are going to understand and you won't even take the time to do it so, you miss it.
  44. Kokande
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    Beautiful and chill game but of course not everyone can see it. For me it is the best game
  45. Thanatos425
    Aug 9, 2020
    10
    Awesome game, not for everyone of course but i enjoyed every minute of it, story coming from Hideo Kojima is of course amazing.
  46. unpredictable
    Aug 18, 2020
    10
    Death Stranding is one of that games that I can give 10/10 even if I sincerely believe that nothing can be so ideal. It CAN be so next to ideal, as I think. 3 weeks passed after I finished Death Stranding. I can't forget it. When I watch a video about the game tears welling up in my eyes. I really think Kojima did his best – his new best – in that game. His way of storytelling is not forDeath Stranding is one of that games that I can give 10/10 even if I sincerely believe that nothing can be so ideal. It CAN be so next to ideal, as I think. 3 weeks passed after I finished Death Stranding. I can't forget it. When I watch a video about the game tears welling up in my eyes. I really think Kojima did his best – his new best – in that game. His way of storytelling is not for everyone. I think majority of people won't like his works because the worlds of Kojima stand on something that is not real for us – and if you want to understand a game, you should turn off your brain and forget everything. Either you convince, or you think the game is delirium. I am used to Kojima's way with the help of MGS series. I passed stages of rage and negation.I entered the stage of acceptance. And I lost it when I finished the game. Now my world feels incomplete. Once I was even scared to go outside in the rain. The game awakened primal fear. The game broke the fourth wall so well it made me uncomfortable. That's the way. Bravo. Hideo, I am waiting for other masterpieces. I would also like to express my gratitude to the development team for making a competent port and the game has been working perfectly since release. The close-to-reality graphics struck from the first minute, I thought it was a recorded video, but it was a cutscene on a game engine. My only remark about the technical performance is that, I think, anisotropic filtering not working very good in "city" landscape, a lot of shimmer on the horizon. And also the health bars and shoes got less anti-aliasing and this is very noticeable when they are next to beautiful, perfectly anti-aliased equipment icons. Looks like the bars were upscaled from 360p to FHD and the icons were native FHD. but this is irrelevant. thank you again, thank you all!… Expand
  47. AmazonGrace
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Definitely a blockbuster game—and a one of a kind. The false reviewers fail to mention this aspect unfortunately.

    Performance is awesome on the PC with buttery smooth frame-rates. In addition, it's classy game in the making. Fun for most people who enjoy a host of different gameplay mechanics: Riding motorbikes, driving trucks, zip-lining through a mountain or river, exploration,    Definitely a blockbuster game—and a one of a kind. The false reviewers fail to mention this aspect unfortunately.

    Performance is awesome on the PC with buttery smooth frame-rates.

    In addition, it's classy game in the making. Fun for most people who enjoy a host of different gameplay mechanics: Riding motorbikes, driving trucks, zip-lining through a mountain or river, exploration, inventory management, and last but not least the masterful blend between gameplay and movie-like cinematics. Story-wise, it's something completely new and extraordinary. Give it a try~    … Expand
  48. hanus35
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Picked it is 2 days ago.... Have literally played nonstop! Love this game! If your a fan of Hideo Kojima, Metal Gear Solid, horror movies, sci-fi.... you'll love this! It has everything!
  49. biggamejames101
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
    Great game, but I would recommend that you listen to podcasts while you're playing it (similar to Euro Truck Simulator). Visually brilliant.
  50. mrdiegos
    Aug 11, 2020
    10
    There's one thing to any people who spent time for something, no matter what - read the book, watch tv-series or cinema, look at theater scene, watch the football match and etc. Anything of that can be conclude at the final - is it worth it or not. We can read the detective book, where's all book boring, but final twist makes all sense. We can saw a boring 1-way game with 5-0 till the end,There's one thing to any people who spent time for something, no matter what - read the book, watch tv-series or cinema, look at theater scene, watch the football match and etc. Anything of that can be conclude at the final - is it worth it or not. We can read the detective book, where's all book boring, but final twist makes all sense. We can saw a boring 1-way game with 5-0 till the end, where second team make unreal and win 6-5 and all another situations. The death stranding are the same. The gameplay in the game might be boring and not for any type of players. Its repetitive, its boring, yes. The main thing - to show how lonely was Sam before that main mission to connect America. But OMG that final episodes (episodes 10-14), final narrative and final twists. It was extremely touching, emotional, shocking and unbelievable ! Its make all sense after finishing this journey. 10/10 from me, and one of the best experience of all time for me. Excellent characters, their stories, their actors play. Insane music (cmon guys, who not touched by BB's theme?). Perfect graphics. What else you need? C'mon - in driving simulators you driving circle maps for 1000 times and no one say its boring bla-bla. In Counter-Strike/BF/Overwatch you play same maps for 1000 hours. Here you need some near 15-20 hours for story gameplay and people got crazy as #$% for some reason… Expand
  51. Excalibrad
    Aug 26, 2020
    8
    Awesome atmosphere, genuis game ideas ,
    But game is tooo long for play. you should try it.
  52. PhilipJFries
    Aug 12, 2020
    10
    Great game, one weird, harsh, understandable game. This game is only boring or repetitive if you play it wrong, there are so many ways to make deliveries easier and combat more fun that it seems endless. Albeit the combat only gets better with more deliveries but the delivery paths get better to. Honestly thought about giving up after the first 7 hours but once you get past the first bossGreat game, one weird, harsh, understandable game. This game is only boring or repetitive if you play it wrong, there are so many ways to make deliveries easier and combat more fun that it seems endless. Albeit the combat only gets better with more deliveries but the delivery paths get better to. Honestly thought about giving up after the first 7 hours but once you get past the first boss its much more fun… Expand
  53. YoderickRM
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Historia original y emotiva de principio a fin con un mensaje interesante y de reflexión. El gameplay es diferente a otros juegos y se puede volver adictivo. El juego te ofrece constantemente cosas nuevas y no cae en lo repetitivo.
    Un juego increíble.
  54. Bawir
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    I'm not sure that right words to describe the experience of Death Stranding are even exist...
    This is inimitably well combined with each other when we're talking about game mechanics and gameplay in general, utterly well made when we're talking about animations and graphic, and oh damn... infinitely spectacular and deafening when we're talking about the story and the lore.
    In a    I'm not sure that right words to describe the experience of Death Stranding are even exist...
    This is inimitably well combined with each other when we're talking about game mechanics and gameplay in general, utterly well made when we're talking about animations and graphic, and oh damn... infinitely spectacular and deafening when we're talking about the story and the lore.

    In a nutshell - Breathtaking!

    [i][b]This game isn't about eternally running guy with a tremendous backpack, but about torn world full of people obsessed with their own fears, about adventure that leads through all types of trials. This game is about life reaching out to the sky, about what does it mean to have connections between people, how we could rise and how we could fall.

    You must play this through and out, there's no way you don't.    … Expand
  55. WilldaBeast_69
    Aug 16, 2020
    8
    Don’t listen to the haters, the game is different. It’s a story, it’s cinematic, beautiful, it’s ART. I for one can really appreciate the experience.
  56. Gheliche
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    Facinating and moving storytelling based game with new style of gameplay. With out a doubt, kojima knows how to design and wtrite a stroty suitable for new modle game.
    I totally understand if people don't get into the the form that the game represents. But it was satisfying and full of emotions for me at least.
    Tnx to those who helped this game to be developed for pc with new features.
  57. waterzipper
    Aug 22, 2020
    10
    This is a masterpiece. I don't normally go out of my way to review a game but I'll make an exception for this because this game is an emotional whirlwind. I will be honest it starts out slow but once you finish chapter 2 the game just gets better and better! In Reading other reviews I noticed that some people say the game is broken but just update your driver's I had the same problem atThis is a masterpiece. I don't normally go out of my way to review a game but I'll make an exception for this because this game is an emotional whirlwind. I will be honest it starts out slow but once you finish chapter 2 the game just gets better and better! In Reading other reviews I noticed that some people say the game is broken but just update your driver's I had the same problem at first but a quick Nvidia driver update fixed everything. Hard ware I have a ryzen 3800 and RTX 2070 super. The game uses DLSS 2.0 but doesn't support Ray tracing. With that being said this is a great Vulcan port to DirectX 12. This is a must play game.… Expand
  58. Danzo_
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    Игра хорошая. Оптимизация отличная. Признаю скучное начало, да и боевка так себе. Но история довольно интригующая. До конца еще не прошел, так как прохожу не торопливо. И не понимаю почему такая низкая оценка игроков. Странно что в стиме и в эпике игра имеет очень положительные отзывы. Из плюсов могу отметить затягивающую историю, интересный геймплэй, шедевральное музыкальноеИгра хорошая. Оптимизация отличная. Признаю скучное начало, да и боевка так себе. Но история довольно интригующая. До конца еще не прошел, так как прохожу не торопливо. И не понимаю почему такая низкая оценка игроков. Странно что в стиме и в эпике игра имеет очень положительные отзывы. Из плюсов могу отметить затягивающую историю, интересный геймплэй, шедевральное музыкальное сопровождение. Немного отдает MGS5. Минусы боевка, пустой мир, цена. А так в принципе свои 8 баллов думаю игра заслуживает.… Expand
  59. nandocidade
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    jogo incrivel kojima conseguiu entra no meu coração, so esse game e the Witrcher 3 me ajudou a superar as tristezas da vida.
  60. rajij
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Death Stranding is likely the only game that succeeded in making fetch quests fun, by gameplay loop and mechanics alone (Warning: requires at least slight traces of autism to thoroughly enjoy).

    As is usual with Kojima's games, especially late ones, great worldbuilding and totally unique atmosphere go hand in hand with 3rd grade student tier writing (mainly dialogues). If you can suffer    Death Stranding is likely the only game that succeeded in making fetch quests fun, by gameplay loop and mechanics alone (Warning: requires at least slight traces of autism to thoroughly enjoy).

    As is usual with Kojima's games, especially late ones, great worldbuilding and totally unique atmosphere go hand in hand with 3rd grade student tier writing (mainly dialogues). If you can suffer through those there's an interesting story to follow, complete with expected Kojima-style plot twists and turns.

    Visually the game is very appealing. Thumbs Up button for game's uncompromising creative vision alone.    … Expand
  61. Keltin
    Sep 9, 2020
    10
    I really enjoyed this game. It is low on action (you get to shoot some folks later in the game, but not a lot), but I have to say that I actually enjoyed "delivering packages". I liked the optimization puzzle of figuring out how to deliver things efficiently, and if you use the tools provided (e.g. the lift lines), you can massively shortcut huge portions of what would be long slow slogsI really enjoyed this game. It is low on action (you get to shoot some folks later in the game, but not a lot), but I have to say that I actually enjoyed "delivering packages". I liked the optimization puzzle of figuring out how to deliver things efficiently, and if you use the tools provided (e.g. the lift lines), you can massively shortcut huge portions of what would be long slow slogs (especially through the snow). I think I enjoy Fallout games for a similar reason, the adventure of looking over the next hill and seeing what is there.

    The story is also cool. Really wacky, and it gets twisted at the end, but it's good.

    It has a LOT of video segments, so it is a little bit of a cross between a movie and a video game. Bring popcorn. Especially at the end. When you think the game is over ... just make some popcorn ... it isn't. :)    … Expand
  62. 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.
  63. Mcgreener
    Sep 19, 2020
    10
    I’m almost certain these reviews have been taken over by bots or something. This is my first Metacritic review as I feel strongly it needs defending. This game is unreal. I can understand why people would be like wtf is this game about if they didn’t finish it, but those who persevere to the end game get one of the best pieces of story telling of any game ever, fact. Everything that seemedI’m almost certain these reviews have been taken over by bots or something. This is my first Metacritic review as I feel strongly it needs defending. This game is unreal. I can understand why people would be like wtf is this game about if they didn’t finish it, but those who persevere to the end game get one of the best pieces of story telling of any game ever, fact. Everything that seemed confusing throughout the game gets explained perfectly and in an amazing way. I won’t give anything away but take my word for it, if you like a game with a good story, there is nothing better than Death Stranding. I finished it a week ago now and it’s still playing on my mind, almost makes you want to replay it in retrospect. F the haters/bots, make your own mind up and give this game a shot!… Expand
  64. mirumir
    Oct 27, 2020
    10
    гениально. и большего не сказать. концептуально свежая игра с глубоким миром.
  65. jirinaforever
    Sep 25, 2020
    10
    Actually underrated game, you really should to play through it to judge it. The beginning is slow and opens up around 3-4 hours into the game when you reach the second map. Story is alright, traversal mechanics are superb, there's some action here and there, but it's mainly fighting the unforgiving terrain. Ending is probably the worse part of the game in that it drags on and on, but byActually underrated game, you really should to play through it to judge it. The beginning is slow and opens up around 3-4 hours into the game when you reach the second map. Story is alright, traversal mechanics are superb, there's some action here and there, but it's mainly fighting the unforgiving terrain. Ending is probably the worse part of the game in that it drags on and on, but by then you'll likely have 30-40 hours of solid gameplay to reflect upon.… Expand
  66. Crazy54
    Sep 25, 2020
    10
    If your pc has problems don't rate the game low. Fix your computer.

    Anyway - this game is something special and different. A lot of people can't see past the things you do in the game (deliver materials and other tasks) but to enjoy the game you must take it on like an experience, nothing like you have done for a game before. If you do that you get an amazingly deep and creepy story, a    If your pc has problems don't rate the game low. Fix your computer.

    Anyway - this game is something special and different. A lot of people can't see past the things you do in the game (deliver materials and other tasks) but to enjoy the game you must take it on like an experience, nothing like you have done for a game before. If you do that you get an amazingly deep and creepy story, a lot of connections from people and empathy for the NPCs living in this world. If all you want is a call of duty or other type of game that's an action genre game than don't look here. If you want something deep look no where else.    … Expand
  67. marklukin
    Oct 11, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I've played in my life. Those who write that the game is **** they are simply too dumb to understand the game. They prefer first person shooters like CoD. Without thinking, buy a game with a great storyline and not boring gameplay at all
  68. Fadedsky
    Oct 19, 2020
    8
    Very good game. I wasnt really compeled to try after many mixed reviews but this game is really good. Music, visuals and athmosphere really comes togerher. Best ups courier simulator in recent history :D Also ignore review bombing from idiots that pirated the game this week. Its easy to trash the game u didnt even pay for tards ;)

    U dont really have to waste your money, try first 2 hours    Very good game. I wasnt really compeled to try after many mixed reviews but this game is really good. Music, visuals and athmosphere really comes togerher. Best ups courier simulator in recent history :D Also ignore review bombing from idiots that pirated the game this week. Its easy to trash the game u didnt even pay for tards ;)

    U dont really have to waste your money, try first 2 hours on steam and make your decision ( game doesnt really change much after this ) If u expected this to be next MGS .. just give up and play something else. I dont care if kojima was ever involved in this, i like it so far ( 15 hours in ). Its something different.

    but i get it .. if its not another hi cocaine action packed game, it just cant succeed in this generation of mediocre esrly access ****    … Expand
  69. Warbit
    Oct 25, 2020
    10
    Тупые малолетки, которые ставят 0 баллов. Не слушайте таких людей игра достойная
  70. Rollowos
    Oct 28, 2020
    9
    Magnificent game with detailed gameplay features, thanks to kojima for this great game...
  71. 3VEN
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    The game is excellent 8/10.
    But I bet ten just to stop the s*it flow.
    Users who put 0 leave the same comments.
    This is strange.
  72. nemo_jesus
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Какие-же мрази, те кто ставит отрицательные отзывы на 16.12.2020, шквал отрицательных отзывов (в абсолютном количестве содержат клевету в сторону этой прекрасной игры) обрушились на сегодняшний день, не понимаю по какой причине, но скорее всего, этим стадом управляет кто-то из меньшинств.
    Как-же вы зае*али, из-за вас, тварей, в ближайшие года не будет достойных проектов на подобии death    Какие-же мрази, те кто ставит отрицательные отзывы на 16.12.2020, шквал отрицательных отзывов (в абсолютном количестве содержат клевету в сторону этой прекрасной игры) обрушились на сегодняшний день, не понимаю по какой причине, но скорее всего, этим стадом управляет кто-то из меньшинств.
    Как-же вы зае*али, из-за вас, тварей, в ближайшие года не будет достойных проектов на подобии death stranding-a    … Expand
  73. 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.
  74. 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
  75. 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
  76. 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
  77. 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
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  78. 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
  79. 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
  80. 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..
  81. 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
  82. 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
  83. 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
  84. Lej
    Apr 12, 2023
    9
    solid story line.

    the best walking game i have ever played.

    rain is bad.

    9/10
  85. 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.
  86. Hugers
    May 21, 2023
    10
    Величайшая игра 12/10.
    Спасибо кодзиме за проект, надеюсь на шедевральную 2 часть
  87. Klintrup
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    The writing, storytelling and direction of this game was amazing, one of my favorite games of the past few years, it takes the player out of the standard "hero" narrative of many other games, but still manages to keep the story telling focused throughout the game.

    Personally I enjoyed the gameplay elements, especially the collaborative multiplayer elements where you feel your connection    The writing, storytelling and direction of this game was amazing, one of my favorite games of the past few years, it takes the player out of the standard "hero" narrative of many other games, but still manages to keep the story telling focused throughout the game.

    Personally I enjoyed the gameplay elements, especially the collaborative multiplayer elements where you feel your connection with other players even though you never meet them.

    The game is best enjoyed when you know what you're signing up for, this is a collaborative resource management simulation with a beautifully interwoven story some parts are told ingame and others are told in very long cutscenes - just sit back and enjoy because they usually take 30+ minutes each (can be paused).

    Graphics are beautiful and the experience was surreal and beautiful.    … Expand
  88. ultraviper
    Jul 2, 2021
    8
    This game is weird. The setting is a super-serious post-apocalyptic america trying to stop the next mass extinction event. None of the characters smile, tell jokes, or seem to have a sense of humor about anything whatsoever. Yet the presentation of the game is full of absurd things like your primary source of stamina being Monster Energy drinks, your experience points are "likes" takenThis game is weird. The setting is a super-serious post-apocalyptic america trying to stop the next mass extinction event. None of the characters smile, tell jokes, or seem to have a sense of humor about anything whatsoever. Yet the presentation of the game is full of absurd things like your primary source of stamina being Monster Energy drinks, your experience points are "likes" taken straight out of facebook, and lots of forth-wall breaking stuff like Norman Reedus advertising for his own real-world TV show. The graphics are great and the performance on my PC was flawless. It took me 47 hours to finish the game and I didn't have a single stutter, crash, or game-breaking bug the entire time. The gameplay can be a little slow and frustrating at times however, thus the 8/10 instead of 10/10, but not bad enough for me to shelve it, I was always wanting to see what was next in the story!… Expand
  89. bfoster68
    Sep 4, 2021
    9
    Straight up, you will walk a lot in this game; with that said, it is a wonderful experience. The story is weird and awesome. You have a ton of stuff to do in the game. Yes, you are a UPS truck without the Truck, and humanity is depending on you. Oh, and by the way, you carry a baby everywhere who alerts you to the bad **** that will happen. Did I say the game is weird?

    I will deliver    Straight up, you will walk a lot in this game; with that said, it is a wonderful experience. The story is weird and awesome. You have a ton of stuff to do in the game. Yes, you are a UPS truck without the Truck, and humanity is depending on you. Oh, and by the way, you carry a baby everywhere who alerts you to the bad **** that will happen. Did I say the game is weird?

    I will deliver again and I love it.    … Expand
  90. johnny-hovo
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    One of the games which value will be understood after couple of years! One of the games that drive forward the video game industry.
    As always, Kojima showed the heartbreaking story, characters, narrative etc...
    Many people say that the game is overloaded with new therms, new namings and overall the narrative is too hard to understand... Maybe it is so, but the new universe is created in    One of the games which value will be understood after couple of years! One of the games that drive forward the video game industry.
    As always, Kojima showed the heartbreaking story, characters, narrative etc...
    Many people say that the game is overloaded with new therms, new namings and overall the narrative is too hard to understand... Maybe it is so, but the new universe is created in the game, so it is obvious that the game should have something new.
    I'd recomend those people to go and play regular games, just to kill time, and without soul in it. This one has everything that represents the art itself. Good luck to the development team in the next project.    … Expand
  91. 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
  92. RicardoRyuma
    Dec 22, 2020
    9
    Uma obra de arte, atmosfera de suspense do começo ao fim. Nenhum jogo é igual.
  93. Lestrictgeek
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    Probablement un des meilleurs jeux auxquel il m'ai été donné de jouer. Une puissance émotionnelle époustouflante.
  94. Kudurcultist
    Oct 18, 2021
    8
    This game is a masterpiece. As everything Kojima does. No surprise there. Not that I'm a die-hard fan of the man behind all this. But my god. The actors, the landscapes, the gameplay, the music, the graphics, the interface. Nothing is bad in this game. I understand this game might not be suited for everyone, and that is all right. Chances are, if you rated this game below 7 then you didThis game is a masterpiece. As everything Kojima does. No surprise there. Not that I'm a die-hard fan of the man behind all this. But my god. The actors, the landscapes, the gameplay, the music, the graphics, the interface. Nothing is bad in this game. I understand this game might not be suited for everyone, and that is all right. Chances are, if you rated this game below 7 then you did not get too far into it and abandoned too soon. Or maybe it's just not for you. It's fine.

    It truly gets better as you advance and explore. All the elements are so exquisitely put together in this game. It only make me want to see what Kojima will do next. He is the Nolan of the videogames. He creates pieces of art, but not liked but absolutely everyone.

    Finally I want to say that the only reason this game does not get an 8/9 from me it's because of the little replayability. The pseudo-multiplayer factor is a great idea, but some multiplayer more akin to Dark Souls would have been better.

    Death Stranding is called to become a cult title (if it's not already) and if you have a powerful enough machine to run it at 1440p/maxFPS you will truly be astonished. One of the best titles I have ever played.

    Give it a chance. And if you don't have this game already, wait for the Director's Cut. It should be dropping on Steam in the coming months.    … Expand
  95. 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.
  96. 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.
  97. 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
  98. snirre
    Dec 29, 2022
    9
    Great atmosphere, game mechanics and story.
    Kojima creates a unique experience like no other.
  99. Mtr3ze
    Jul 26, 2021
    9
    Me parece un juego ESOECTACULAR. Es obvio que no es un juego para todo el mundo. Te puede gustar más o menos la mecánica general del juego, pues a primera vista puede parecer algo sencillo, llevar un paquete de A a B, pero nada más lejos de la realidad. Lo importante no es la meta, sino el camino, y el camino que propone Death stranding es algo INCREÍBLE.

    Lo recomiendo al 100%, no hagas    Me parece un juego ESOECTACULAR. Es obvio que no es un juego para todo el mundo. Te puede gustar más o menos la mecánica general del juego, pues a primera vista puede parecer algo sencillo, llevar un paquete de A a B, pero nada más lejos de la realidad. Lo importante no es la meta, sino el camino, y el camino que propone Death stranding es algo INCREÍBLE.

    Lo recomiendo al 100%, no hagas caso de los HATERS que en su mayoría ni han jugado al juego.

    Si tu intención es ponerte a pegar tiros desde el minuto 1 y estar continuamente así este no es tu juego, te pones el Fornite, te coges los Doritos y te pones a jugar ahí.    … Expand
  100. 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
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#16 Best PC Game of 2020
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#11 Most Discussed PC Game of 2020

Critic Reviews

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86

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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