Death Stranding

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2355 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 225 out of 2355
  3. Negative: 378 out of 2355

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  1. salimibnsalim
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Лучшее что случалось с игровой индустрией за последние десять лет.
    Притча и эстетический катарсис в невероятном мире. Безумная графика, отличные сценарные решения, притягивающие и запоминающиеся герои. Мне жаль что я не могу снова пройти эту игру впервые.    Лучшее что случалось с игровой индустрией за последние десять лет.
    Притча и эстетический катарсис в невероятном мире. Безумная графика, отличные сценарные решения, притягивающие и запоминающиеся герои. Мне жаль что я не могу снова пройти эту игру впервые.
  2. ZylonTobi
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    It's a single player masterpiece. I really enjoyed this game. The story i sometimes confusing but also great that's not surprising for Hideo games.
  3. DPetrov
    Jul 17, 2020
    10
    This game is not for Call of Duty fanboys, it's an experience. It is for gamers who appreciate different approach and new ideas.
  4. wolf285
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    This is a true masterpiece of a game. The Direction of the story is to be expected for a Kojima game. The visual are breath taking and truly wonderful. A game you must try and play at your own pace take your time and disgust the story as you go along.
  5. 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 !
  6. lolxdd
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра 2019 года перебралась на пк. Из минусов - немного затянута, скучные боссы. Из плюсов - музыкальное сопровождение, геймплей, атмосфера и приятная графика, сюжет на уровне. Ах, да безупречно работающая новая концепция социалгейм через лайки и помощь другим игрокам. Платина на пс4, буду проходить на пк.Лучшая игра 2019 года перебралась на пк. Из минусов - немного затянута, скучные боссы. Из плюсов - музыкальное сопровождение, геймплей, атмосфера и приятная графика, сюжет на уровне. Ах, да безупречно работающая новая концепция социалгейм через лайки и помощь другим игрокам. Платина на пс4, буду проходить на пк.
  7. Weisssilber
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    All these negative reviews here are from people who either haven't played the game or are coming here from their experience from the PS4. If you only want to see reviews from people who actually played the game, check the steam reviews it's currently at 94% positive.
  8. ZieOmega
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Most of the negative reviews of persons that do not "actually read" the game specs in order to run this game at a sustainable FPS will immediately give it a bad review.

    For once, paid critics or other votes by influenced people are legit when submitting positive reviews with this amazing and AAA grade game. Out of the box after install and using a non Xbox PC game controller, this    Most of the negative reviews of persons that do not "actually read" the game specs in order to run this game at a sustainable FPS will immediately give it a bad review.

    For once, paid critics or other votes by influenced people are legit when submitting positive reviews with this amazing and AAA grade game.

    Out of the box after install and using a non Xbox PC game controller, this went smooth as expected with no tweaking with settings..

    This game is amazing with cinematic, sound and game controller support on PC. The story line video transition back to game play was spot on and perfect unlike other games that use "high graphical video, then go back to default limited PC video graphics".

    I won't get into the game play style so much as you can read about this pretty much anywhere. But I will say, I haven't been impressed by a PC game in a long time and this one blew my mind.

    To get the full effect, make sure your PC is above specs with the developers minimal recommendations.    … Expand
  9. Kane6392
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Totally new gaming experience, which affects you on the cognitive level.Extremely long and exciting journey.
  10. Rafael13
    Jul 18, 2020
    8
    Jogo com uma história incrível, e mesmo com seu gameplay lento, o jogo faz com que você fique compenetrado na história, fazendo valer a pena essa "lentidão"
  11. thelysikov
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Одна из самых впечатляющих игр для меня!
    Шедевр который нужно попробовать!
    Кодзима Гений!
  12. LimoushCZ
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    This Is masterpiece. Just take your time and go for a walk with The little one.
  13. StellarKane
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best games I’ve ever played. It is strange, unconventional, and seems like it might not work. But within the first 5 minutes, the weight of its atmosphere, the setting, landscapes and storytelling, the otherworldly images, and supernatural high-concept ideas and theories immerse you utterly. The deliveries become meaningful, symbolic, and you really start to feel theThis is one of the best games I’ve ever played. It is strange, unconventional, and seems like it might not work. But within the first 5 minutes, the weight of its atmosphere, the setting, landscapes and storytelling, the otherworldly images, and supernatural high-concept ideas and theories immerse you utterly. The deliveries become meaningful, symbolic, and you really start to feel the presence of others through their ladders, ropes, and bridges. These little signs that someone else has passed this way take on a real poignancy. It’s particularly powerful when you’re carving a new path across a desolate mountain range and leaving signs and ropes yourself, knowing you’re the first.

    All the gear, tech and gadget are awesome and creative, you find things are genuinely useful, and you really feel their absence if you left one behind .... Honestly this is an experience like nothing else...    … Expand
  14. Freeman_vr
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    The most unique experience I’ve ever had in video games. Ps4 rated 10, this one gotta be 11!
  15. FangedRanger120
    Jul 17, 2020
    8
    Personally I thought that in terms of gameplay and story this might've been slightly lacking, the world, however was one of the most beautiful I'd ever played in. I loved playing this after a long day to chillax on whatever the normal difficulty was. I finished it eventually and while it didn't change how I think about the medium or anything I'd play it for the first time again if I could.
  16. NikiBraz
    Jul 17, 2020
    8
    This review is for the all pc players who gave this game negative score because of glitches, bags and lagging.

    If your computer didn't launch this game it doesn't mean that this game is the peace of **** That means that your COMPUTER is the peace of **** **** Please, in the next time when you'll want to give the negative score to the game just because of lagging and etc remember. This    This review is for the all pc players who gave this game negative score because of glitches, bags and lagging.

    If your computer didn't launch this game it doesn't mean that this game is the peace of **** That means that your COMPUTER is the peace of **** **** Please, in the next time when you'll want to give the negative score to the game just because of lagging and etc remember. This game and her developers didn't force you to launch the game on your computer from the 2000s.

    Sorry if this review contains mistakes. I can't speak english so good.    … Expand
  17. AksiDeX
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    Потому, что Кодзима - гений!!!
    Больше эксклюзивов на ПК пожалуйста ^---^
    Но RDR2 все равно лучше!
  18. Optamizm
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    It's a great game for what it is. Unless you only like fast paced games or you hate games that have even a little bit of repetition. Just ignore the naysayers.
  19. NYFAN23
    Jul 21, 2020
    6
    I have around 32 hours played on this game between both PS4 and PC. I have not yet finished the game but I have to say i really am enjoying playing through this game WHEN IT WORKS. I was going to give the game an 8/10 but after a few crashes, AI quality and some bugs, the game has dropped majorly for me.

    Editing this after yet another crash, the game at the moment is unplayable for    I have around 32 hours played on this game between both PS4 and PC. I have not yet finished the game but I have to say i really am enjoying playing through this game WHEN IT WORKS. I was going to give the game an 8/10 but after a few crashes, AI quality and some bugs, the game has dropped majorly for me.

    Editing this after yet another crash, the game at the moment is unplayable for me.The game looks great, the soundtrack is awesome and the story is fine with me, i'm actually looking forward to seeing what happens if the game will ever let me continue playing it. Fix the bugs, glitches and crashes and this review will rise back to an 8. The more crashes that happen, the more i will come back an re-edit and keep lowering that score.    … Expand
  20. hamoonbeigi
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game. One of the best games I’ve ever played! If you like Kojima’s games you need to buy this game!
  21. Lupenta
    Aug 1, 2020
    10
    This is with no doubt the most original and addictive game ever. In addition, the gameplay, graphics, music and story are really stunning, awesome, wonderful... Only a genius could have created this great piece of art. And only the dumbest beings on earth will be incapable of giving it the value that it deserves.
    Don't listen to rat kids and fortnite lovers... This game is made for    This is with no doubt the most original and addictive game ever. In addition, the gameplay, graphics, music and story are really stunning, awesome, wonderful... Only a genius could have created this great piece of art. And only the dumbest beings on earth will be incapable of giving it the value that it deserves.
    Don't listen to rat kids and fortnite lovers... This game is made for intelligent and mature people.
    Enjoy it as much as I did.    … Expand
  22. Barmy_Deer
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    All my high expectations have been surpassed! This is the Kojima's game that surpasses Metal Gear (even if they are not comparable genre wise). As a matter of fact, there's no genre that can define Death Stranding! It's a one-in-a-lifetime experience with contemplative, artistic and philosophical moments alternating with a powerful blend of stealth, survival horror, and adventure!

    I    All my high expectations have been surpassed! This is the Kojima's game that surpasses Metal Gear (even if they are not comparable genre wise). As a matter of fact, there's no genre that can define Death Stranding! It's a one-in-a-lifetime experience with contemplative, artistic and philosophical moments alternating with a powerful blend of stealth, survival horror, and adventure!

    I COMPLETELY DISAGREE WITH THE WALKING SIMULATOR MEME! At no point during this game you're simulating any of your typical walks, unless of course you meet sinister creatures, futuristic soldiers or other obstacles during your everyday walks and you need to avoid/fight them whilst managing your inventory tactically! Also, you don't even walk. Precisely, during your connection quests you jog, drive, ride, skate, etc. instead!

    No, Denuvo anti-piracy system is not causing any problem whatsoever, unlike what was assumed by some nonsensical rumors.

    PROS:
    + Jaw-dropping details!
    + Kojima's genius and humour are back!
    + Induces a natural urge to explore its immense beauty!
    + Unique and genre-defying gameplay mechanics and meta-games.
    + The asynchronous multiplayer feels organic and brilliant.
    + Decently satisfying combat system.
    + Photo mode is indescribably fun!
    + You interact with a non-stop flow of video poetry.
    + Mesmerising direction and fantastic acting performances!
    + Touching and mind-bending philosophy.
    + Memorable soundtrack.
    + High replayability value.

    CONS:
    - Probably the worst game to Twitch. This is to be experienced first-hand.
    - The interface may feel intimidating at first.
    - This title more than any other should become cross-play at some point.
    - Combat may be repetitive
    - We should be able to change the colour of the writing "Tomorrow is in your hands" in photo mode.
    - The story ends, unfortunately!

    SCORE: 10 / 10.    … Expand
  23. Legendarydog555
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    If you think this game is a walking simulator you have obviously never played it. A captivating story, beautiful graphics and fun gameplay make this one of my favourite games of 2019.
  24. ikk2469
    Jul 16, 2020
    9
    The game that tries to connect people, trust and cooperation is the main body of the game
  25. ShaamaanPL
    Oct 8, 2020
    7
    This game is... Well, it's NOT a 0, 1 or any of the low scores people give it. It's also not a 10. It's a very... specific game, and that's putting it nicely.

    Yes, the primary game play loop is about... walking. Or, well, travelling from one place to another, with mechanics added in to make this more difficult (uneven terrain, crevices and the occasional enemy). That's all there is to    This game is... Well, it's NOT a 0, 1 or any of the low scores people give it. It's also not a 10. It's a very... specific game, and that's putting it nicely.

    Yes, the primary game play loop is about... walking. Or, well, travelling from one place to another, with mechanics added in to make this more difficult (uneven terrain, crevices and the occasional enemy). That's all there is to it; that's the whole gameplay. Sprinkled in are VERY long cutscenes in classic Hideo fashion.

    If you enjoy games like Elite: Dangerous or Euro Truck Simulator then this will probably be OK with you. If you feel bored if you don't get to shoot an enemy in 5 minutes, then this will bore you to death. The problem with this game is that it was never really marketed appropriately, shrouding the game in mystery without ever showing the actual gameplay. So people expected it to be something it's not. But KNOWING what you're getting into is now a lot easier with gameplay videos and detailed descriptions, so if the concept of making deliveries, on a fundamental level, seems appealing then you're good to go.

    Visually the game is decent enough, with the real-life actors being portrayed really nice in-engine. Performance is smooth with no issues at all. Music and sound are very good as well. The story is... well, it's Kojima. I won't spoil it, suffice to say there are some really nice moments... and some really cringy ones too.

    Ultimately I'm having fun making aforementioned deliveries and rebuilding roads and pushing the story forward. But, again, this all ties back to the main loop - if you feel making deliveries is enough to keep you going then have at it. Otherwise, skip.    … Expand
  26. BielMalik
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    jogo perfeito, bem otimizado, tá incrível demais, é um jogo único e mágico!
  27. KhangLe98
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    A beautiful and masterful meditative work-of-art with visually stunning world, intelligently designed, wonderful direction and consealed deep philosophical depth.
  28. D_Drew
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    Connections, people need connections.
    Graphic arts, sound, story. All good. You should try this, but everyone may not like the game.
  29. xartemporas
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    Beautiful and unique.. Something different from mainstream games that are more or less the same.. shooting, fps, souls like.. I hope more games with different ideas like Death Stranding will be made in the future. It may be a walking sim on papers but you must play it yourself to see how amazing and unique this game is.. It is a nice PC port, too. If you have an nvidia card make sure toBeautiful and unique.. Something different from mainstream games that are more or less the same.. shooting, fps, souls like.. I hope more games with different ideas like Death Stranding will be made in the future. It may be a walking sim on papers but you must play it yourself to see how amazing and unique this game is.. It is a nice PC port, too. If you have an nvidia card make sure to download latest drivers.
    10/10    … Expand
  30. jordanlearmonth
    Jul 31, 2020
    5
    Game has an interesting story and concept, unfortunately it is ruined by the length of the game at 40-60 hours. This means you will be walking and delivering parcels for that amount of time, the gameplay isn't great the BT's are more annoying than scary massive disappointment imo.
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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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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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