Death Stranding

 PC
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2355 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,752 out of 2355
  2. Mixed: 225 out of 2355
  3. Negative: 378 out of 2355

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  1. Curaga13
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Gorgeous looking graphics....awesome story...very original and fun! "Keep on keeping up" Kojima!
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. thebrutalsam
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    death stranding on PC is really well optimised, it looks absolutely stunning and it runs perfectly smooth on the highest resolutions with max settings. the game is not a run and gun or spam one button repeatedly to kill everyone and win, but it's a game that requires your passion, time and patience. it's definitely a masterpiece but not for everyone. death stranding is different than alldeath stranding on PC is really well optimised, it looks absolutely stunning and it runs perfectly smooth on the highest resolutions with max settings. the game is not a run and gun or spam one button repeatedly to kill everyone and win, but it's a game that requires your passion, time and patience. it's definitely a masterpiece but not for everyone. death stranding is different than all the games out there. walking for long distances gives you the feeling that you're actually walking across the states. it wouldn't feel real and it wouldn't be immersive if you just ride a super fast vehicle and just get there in 30 seconds. I imagine a post apocalyptic world to have less to no vehicles. while the game isn't another metal gear it does in fact have that kojima vibes into it but in its own way. the game has a very special effect on you that starts kicking in the first two hours. and if you do play this don't expect a shoot'em up kill'em all and roll the credits kinda game. the story takes its time to build up and it's absolutely worth it if you're not in a rush.… Expand
  5. 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
  6. Josejaviermg
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Never thought i will like this game, but after +20 hours played.. This game is amazing, also the optimization on pc is incredible.
  7. Hobojack
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    One of the best experience on a video game ... Thanks Mr Kojima, you bring something different than just boring pvp or politics game. This is metaphysic as hell !
  8. Proseccorups
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Games are rapidly becoming more and more generic. Shoot this, puzzle this. Often it's the same concept with a different skin. Death stranding dares to be different and does it wonderfully. It is a story about reconnecting which is very relevant these days. Graphics are great, gameplay is great, music is great, story is great. Definitely worth the high metascore.
  9. madgreek
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра, в которую я играл. А играл я немало, с 1991 года. Кодзима гений, а те кто не понял, их большинство, просто игра не для всех.
  10. PMS_Jordan
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    Death Stranding is such a special game. When it original launched on PS4 I thought it looked extremely boring and bad. However, after I ended up trying it out I fell in love with it and it was my 2019 GOTY. Now that it’s on PC I’m extremely happy to experience it again with better settings and a much higher frame rate. I give it a 9.5 out of 10.
  11. 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
  12. SickK
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    Just an amazing experience unlike any other. It is a must play, if I say so myself..
  13. Hij45g
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    A visionary game made by a genius it's the best cinematic adventure in a video game this game keeps you addicted to it
  14. Henieus
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    my favourite game. kojima did a good job making this gloomy world. the writing is absolutely perfect. gameplay is in my opinion really cool
  15. niavilias
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    One of the greatest stories ever. Ignore the 'walking simulator' critics and experience the journey this game offers. Another masterpiece by Hideo Kojima
  16. princessfurios
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Прекрасная игра теперь доступна и на PC.
    Рекомендуется всем, у кого есть чувство вкуса прекрасного и кому небезразлично искусство.
  17. 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! :)
  18. sheep255174
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    A visionary game made by a genius it's the best cinematic adventure in a video game this game keeps you addicted to it
  19. matveisony
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    Best game of year for me. Interesting. Character's so good. Vest new ip. Waiting next gamr from this studio.
  20. Zxrencar
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    Nice game, nice optimization, Kojima genius
    !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  21. joethetimelrod
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    After its first review bombing was a failure, the lynch mob is at it again to attack Death Stranding's exceptionally optimized PC port. Take it from me: the steam reviews are what you should be looking at here.
  22. GoodweenXD
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Офигенная игра! Сюжет, игра актеров! Всё супер! Ждём новую игру от Кодзимы!
  23. Blint31
    Aug 4, 2020
    10
    Death Stranding review

    Positives -Very original, emotional and unique story -Well written characters -Amazing graphics -Addictive walking -Amazing soundtrack (both the original and the songs) -Cinematic cutscenes -Great performances Negatives -The only negative would be the melee attack Death Stranding is probably one of my favourite video game of all time with one of the most unique    Death Stranding review

    Positives
    -Very original, emotional and unique story
    -Well written characters
    -Amazing graphics
    -Addictive walking
    -Amazing soundtrack (both the original and the songs)
    -Cinematic cutscenes
    -Great performances

    Negatives
    -The only negative would be the melee attack

    Death Stranding is probably one of my favourite video game of all time with one of the most unique and original story I have ever seen, with incredibly well written characters and unique gameplay elements.    … Expand
  24. Thegamelover1
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    one of the best games ive ever played and its the most beautiful game ive ever seen and i know lots of people hates the game because of the gameplay but i always like to try something diffrente and the story is amazing and so the soundtrack and the acting is a oscar worthy
  25. level52
    Jan 25, 2021
    10
    Mükemmel bir deneyim.Ustaca hazırlanmış bir başyapıt.Oyun deyince biraz tuhaf kaçıyor.Bir kitap ya da bir film gibi birşey bu bence.Hafızanıza kazınacak bir hatıra olacak sonuna kadar oynanmalı.Umarım devamı gelir Geç kalma Kojima-San :-)
  26. rm_wreckers
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    One of the best games i've ever played. Epic performance by the actors and actresses, gives a good message to a players if you are able to understand it.
  27. WoTMSb
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    小岛牛逼完事，播片又如何。合金装备1-5都过来了。还巴不得再播10个小时的片。剧情压着隔壁美末2打。但是这游戏还是看人。如果你是剧情党还是很推荐的。但是如果只是为了爽。那还是请绕道吧。
  28. Conan20
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    Exceptional experience, Great cinematic direction, complicated story, addictive gameplay, one of the greatest game in the gaming history.
  29. 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.
  30. NotaDoGame
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    Just amazing like PS4. A masterpiece.
    O game mais premiado de 2019 com 80 GOTY'S, Death Stranding está acima da compreensão de muitos e a frente do nosso tempo, sem dúvidas. É difícil colocar em palavras ou definir o tamanho da obra de @hideo_kojima por conta de sua grandeza. Os mistérios que rodeavam o jogo antes de seu lançamento se mantém na gameplay, inclusive até o último instante,    Just amazing like PS4. A masterpiece.
    O game mais premiado de 2019 com 80 GOTY'S, Death Stranding está acima da compreensão de muitos e a frente do nosso tempo, sem dúvidas. É difícil colocar em palavras ou definir o tamanho da obra de @hideo_kojima por conta de sua grandeza. Os mistérios que rodeavam o jogo antes de seu lançamento se mantém na gameplay, inclusive até o último instante, mas no final tudo é respondido e esclarecedor. A história é uma das mais envolventes e complexas não só desse ano, ou dessa geração, mas de todos os tempos (sendo muito bem guiada e conectada). A gameplay, dentro de sua proposta, é ótima e inovadora, diferente de tudo que já vimos e conhecemos. Problemas com jogabilidade são mínimos. É muito interessante o paralelo de estar em um mundo vazio, abandonado, entretanto ter inúmeras interações com outros players online, vendo placas de apoio, aviso, trocando likes e aproveitando construções já feitas. A imersão do jogo é um dos pontos mais fortes, se você se dispõe a entrar de cabeça na história com certeza ao finalizar ficará sem saber o que fazer. Os gráficos são provavelmente os melhores já feitos até o presente momento, tendo uma variação grande de cenários também. Death Stranding é uma obra que fica para a história. É muito mais que um estouro de vendas ou um game que busca prêmios, por mais que tenha conseguido. Death Stranding conseguiu o que Hideo Kojima queria: tocar as pessoas de uma forma maior do que um simples game. Não é para todos, de fato, mas para quem aderir a proposta, é uma das melhores experiências que um jogo já ofereceu até hoje.    … Expand
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#16 Best PC Game of 2020
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#11 Most Discussed PC Game of 2020

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Metascore
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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