Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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8.5

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  1. Thym
    Jul 16, 2021
    8
    An impressive action/adventure game, indeed.
    In the pure Fromsoftware style, this Sekiro can surely attract every souls lover for the high challenges of the Bosses.
    Unfortunately, even if the gameplay is impressive, I can't say the same thing about the plot. And since it's also an adventure game, I judge this as the only truly big flaw of the game.
  2. SysThetem49
    Jul 16, 2021
    10
    I went from hating this game because it was too hard to being so obsessed with it that I 100% it. Give the game a chance. The fighting is tough but it is like a dance, you just have to learn the moves. You are missing out on one of the best games ever made if you give up.
  3. Rm4n
    Jul 19, 2021
    10
    This game is so good the combat is my favourite thing about it its fun and at the end of the day thats what matters buy the game good ost on beethoven level easy game
  4. De_blian23
    Jul 23, 2021
    10
    Je suis passé de la haine à ce jeu parce qu'il était trop difficile à être tellement obsédé par lui que je l'ai à 100%. Donnez une chance au jeu. Les combats sont durs mais c'est comme une danse, il suffit d'apprendre les mouvements. Vous manquez l'un des meilleurs jeux jamais créés si vous abandonnez.
  5. CrystalWeed420
    Jul 25, 2021
    10
    I fell in love with this game. Replayed it 4 times to make sure to get all endings and achievements. Once you master the combat it'll feel satisfying and you'll be slashing through this game as smooth as butter. Beautiful story with beautiful sceneries. I'd say its right up there next to Bloodborne of one of the best games made by FromSoftware. This masterpiece is worth to get at whateverI fell in love with this game. Replayed it 4 times to make sure to get all endings and achievements. Once you master the combat it'll feel satisfying and you'll be slashing through this game as smooth as butter. Beautiful story with beautiful sceneries. I'd say its right up there next to Bloodborne of one of the best games made by FromSoftware. This masterpiece is worth to get at whatever price it is.… Expand
  6. 9bEErz
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Good combat system that feels refreshingly different to the Souls series. It's great going toe to toe with a human-sized, sword wielding opponent, and trading blows and blocks for sometimes minutes on end. It really captures that sword-fight feeling.
  7. BBelb64B
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    I love this game its fight are awesome the combat is great takes a lot of skill for this game but win you beat a boss it makes you fill so good.
  8. Silviostrik2
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    it's sooo good. going back to dark souls is gonna be hard. Game is soo dank.
  9. Onativ43
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Pretty good. Combat mechanics are deeper than DS and offer more variety. Great game.
  10. Stevemadien1234
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    The combat system in this game is the best combat system a videogame has ever seen. Like ever.It surpasses everything, even dark souls. The posture system is just amazing, battles feel so real, you hear swords clashing all the time when you re deflceting, you see sparks flashing about when you re clashing, you have to time your attacks and counters at the right time and use variousThe combat system in this game is the best combat system a videogame has ever seen. Like ever.It surpasses everything, even dark souls. The posture system is just amazing, battles feel so real, you hear swords clashing all the time when you re deflceting, you see sparks flashing about when you re clashing, you have to time your attacks and counters at the right time and use various distinctive techniques such as the mikiri counter in order to have the advantage of the fight. The game offers a variety of different bosses ,each unique in their own way and with a different fighting style that needs different handling in order to be defeated. The fighting style is flawless and makes this game shine.It certainly belongs to the top 10 best single player games of all time, should definitely play it.… Expand
  11. Hailhydra1489
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    The best melee combat mechanics I have ever experienced. Some of the tightest, most exhilarating boss fights in any From Software game.
  12. Asaltar16
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Simply put one of the greatest games I have ever played. Loved every minute. Gameplay is so fluent and has a great pace, boss fights are just amazing and will get your palms sweating.
  13. Grindset699
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    This game is not difficult but makes you die thousands of times. Great game.
  14. Farbon756
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    I liked the big monkey a lot. The rest of the game was awesome too I guess.
  15. AJSee67
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Very good game I love the way that you actually do sword fight with strong bosses that can block and parry you're attacks and they all have something unique to them with special move that go alongside with using the sword. And then there MONKE which the first phase of it was hard because he was not using a sword compared to his second phase which was much easier because he was. I like allVery good game I love the way that you actually do sword fight with strong bosses that can block and parry you're attacks and they all have something unique to them with special move that go alongside with using the sword. And then there MONKE which the first phase of it was hard because he was not using a sword compared to his second phase which was much easier because he was. I like all the bosses beside the Demon of heaterd. It a very good game and if your coming from a dark souls game it would be like that but with actually good blocking in boss fights.… Expand
  16. Newark29
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    Was never a fan of souls-like games, but this game is just clicked for me and it's a masterpiece. Bosses are difficult yet enjoyable and very rarely do I feel like a boss is simply unbeatable because I don't have the right-build or items. It was entirely skill based.
  17. PoopFart99
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    So rewarding, it's the feeling you'll get from this game after you face your wall of enemies you thought you couldn't beat, from mobs, to mini-bosses up to bosses... and just when you thought you are the Sekiro God, they throw you the final boss to wipe your @ss for you clean!!! Hands down one of the best final bosses ever made, glad i picked it up after sleeping on it for years.
  18. Silv29
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    Sick dank gamez my dudes. Would play it again and again. 10/10 will die again.
  19. N1klaue
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    I think that this masterpiece set high criteria for the Game of the Year award. Every single detail in this remarkable game is breathtaking.
  20. Kingsupere408
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    My favorite From Soft game. The level of engagement, how deeply you interact with enemies and bosses is the best part of this game.
  21. Urmum2
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    Combat, stealth, exploration, story, everything you do is connected and meaningful. Sekiro rewards your time, both in-game and honing your personal skill.
  22. Ramthebutstien8
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    The moves in fights are incredible, and when you are doing the final attack to finish the enemy, that animation with sword and blood is fantastic. Also, fight with almost every boss is so exciting, their moves and animation while you are fighting is something which can’t be described with words, you can only feel it when you are playing. Also with perfect animation comes the perfect soundThe moves in fights are incredible, and when you are doing the final attack to finish the enemy, that animation with sword and blood is fantastic. Also, fight with almost every boss is so exciting, their moves and animation while you are fighting is something which can’t be described with words, you can only feel it when you are playing. Also with perfect animation comes the perfect sound effect :D That Japanese language and sound of swords in fights is something which you definitely need to experience so you could understand why is this game so wonderful. Don t worry, the story is also very good, you will not be disappointed :)… Expand
  23. Sommie333
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    This game somehow feels like the game i always wanted to have when i was a child 25 years ago.....
    Being a "Ninja" wo is an insane death delivery machine and has all the cool tools in the world .
    Deflecting Arrows with a Samurai sword , Stepping on thrust attacks with Mikiri counter and sliding behind enemys to stealth kill them, Its kinda hard difficulty wise but once u master the    This game somehow feels like the game i always wanted to have when i was a child 25 years ago.....
    Being a "Ninja" wo is an insane death delivery machine and has all the cool tools in the world .
    Deflecting Arrows with a Samurai sword , Stepping on thrust attacks with Mikiri counter and sliding behind enemys to stealth kill them, Its kinda hard difficulty wise but once u master the controls and abilitys the experience is phenomenal.    … Expand
  24. Vertoj78
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    Great game. Don't let the difficulty put you off. Gorgeous graphics and exceptionally well designed stages and gameplay. The first playthrough will always be the hardest but most memorable.
  25. Captian4Obvious
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    This game rules. What else can you say? Issa good game but like no game gets me more mad.
  26. Yurligrim6799
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    The best in the souls series. In my opinion its got a few of the hardest boss fights in souls games. Such a well designed game. Combat is fluid and intriguing, the world is beautiful. I have beat the story twice on console and had to start it again PC. If you love the souls like genre, you should try this one.
  27. Dyrgb146
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    Me: "I have played every other Fromsoft game, so I'm so ready for this piece of cake"
    Also me after playing Sekiro first couple of minutes. : Why cant I beat this mini boss!! ( Rage Quits)
    10/10 will come back to this after unlearning Dark souls smh.
  28. Brankh228
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    The swords make a really good clangy sound. What a beastly game yooooooooooo.
  29. Ggfeater55
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    Until i perfected my craft. What makes Sekiro so great you ask? The atmosphere. The beautiful environment, the music and the folk lore inspired story. Not something you care about? Solid gameplay, fluid mechanics and fairness. That's right, above anything else Sekiro is fair. Above all else what makes Sekiro so great is the gradual improvement you make. You keep grinding, keep getting hit,Until i perfected my craft. What makes Sekiro so great you ask? The atmosphere. The beautiful environment, the music and the folk lore inspired story. Not something you care about? Solid gameplay, fluid mechanics and fairness. That's right, above anything else Sekiro is fair. Above all else what makes Sekiro so great is the gradual improvement you make. You keep grinding, keep getting hit, keep losing and dying until you figure out all the patterns, all moves and you can see how much better you become. The first playthrough I died well over 1000 times. Second plythrough I died maybe 500 times. And then a little less, a little less, until finally I just started speedrunning it.… Expand
  30. Xannic796
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    Sekiro I died more than twice is a hardcore game for a hardcore gamer. Stranger beware of danger.
  31. Axvmooi112
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    It's really good but if you think this is the hardest Souls-like game you didn't fight with Slave Knight Gael :).
  32. Twiche395
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    Sekir-oh yeah! Wants you to play particular ways, lean in and have a good time. Decide what you wish to kil, and then get to killing it.
  33. FostBK1Hal
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Pros:
    - Poison swamps
    - BBCs that can kill you - Doors do not open from this side - Bonfires and estus flask - Sword clanks - Difficulty settings (hard-harder-HARDER) - Rage inducing boss fights. I thought I lost the ability to rage at a game after I beat Manus, until this game (no Gael and Midir were simply fun fights that I purely enjoyed, Nameless King too while we're at it)    Pros:
    - Poison swamps
    - BBCs that can kill you
    - Doors do not open from this side
    - Bonfires and estus flask
    - Sword clanks
    - Difficulty settings (hard-harder-HARDER)
    - Rage inducing boss fights. I thought I lost the ability to rage at a game after I beat Manus, until this game (no Gael and Midir were simply fun fights that I purely enjoyed, Nameless King too while we're at it)

    Cons:
    - Rage inducing boss fights, some bosses can whoop your arse into oblivion till you decide to give up and come back tomorrow. Overall the game takes a certain level of dedication
    - Terror sucks
    - No customisation, so you won't be playing as your waifu    … Expand
  34. Dylaymand80
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    What a game. Perfection of sword and stealth combat. This game is for sweat lords like me.
  35. Ostenkraut71
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Wieder einmal ein Meisterwerk von FromSoftware. Der Kampf ist flüssig und alles, von der Prothetik bis zum Ablenken und Kontern, ist so verdammt zufriedenstellend. Im Ernst, Sie werden wahrscheinlich feststellen, dass der Kampf in anderen Spielen fehlt, wenn Sie dieses Kunstwerk fertiggestellt haben. Art Direction ist brillant und alles passt so gut zusammen.
  36. BeastEast605
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Deserving of Game of the Year -- one of the best games I've ever played, as a player totally new to FromSoft games. In the early parts, the game is punishingly difficult to the point where I wondered if I was actually capable of advancing past one of the early bosses. But learning the enemies' attack patterns, improving blocking timing, and exploiting each key second between the enemyDeserving of Game of the Year -- one of the best games I've ever played, as a player totally new to FromSoft games. In the early parts, the game is punishingly difficult to the point where I wondered if I was actually capable of advancing past one of the early bosses. But learning the enemies' attack patterns, improving blocking timing, and exploiting each key second between the enemy attacks got easier with time and practice and now the game feels much more approachable.… Expand
  37. Sirwhatnot69
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Shadows Die Twice
    A child gave me rice
    The big snake wasn't nice
    Twice, Shadows die.
  38. KurstFred90
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    A marvelous game. It can be brutal at times, but the feeling of beating a tough but reasonably fair boss is great. Truly a fitting follow-up to fromsoft's soulsborne series.
  39. Enzio31
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Honestly, one of the greatest games! Honestly, one of the greatest games! Honestly, one of the greatest games!
  40. Uryghd8888
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Game's harder than me when I see O'rin of the water. Solid and unique gameplay.
  41. Mossa6
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    The hardest game I've ever played in my entire life, but the combat system is so satisfying to use. all in all a must play. i had no experience with any souls-like game until I played this, and it was an amazing introduction to this genre of games. will definitely be replaying this one a couple of times, for sure.
  42. Tguhj240
    Aug 4, 2021
    10
    Awesome game, makes youre schlong very long! Graphics are great and runs good.
  43. Idonpre10
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    ¡Dios mío, qué historia y gran juego de acción es!
    ¡Nunca pensé que los juegos pudieran ser tan buenos!
    El único inconveniente es: es muy difícil de dominar, necesitas parar ataques y tener un ojo en el medidor de postura que en la barra de salud, y un par de videos de youtube te ayudarán a pasar etapas. Los diferentes jefes tienen diferentes formas de vencerlos, solo necesitan ver esos    ¡Dios mío, qué historia y gran juego de acción es!
    ¡Nunca pensé que los juegos pudieran ser tan buenos!
    El único inconveniente es: es muy difícil de dominar, necesitas parar ataques y tener un ojo en el medidor de postura que en la barra de salud, y un par de videos de youtube te ayudarán a pasar etapas. Los diferentes jefes tienen diferentes formas de vencerlos, solo necesitan ver esos videos de YouTube. Dejé este juego después de cierto jefe, pero cuando finalmente lo derroté, me dio una gran sensación de alegría. Cuantas más etapas cruces, más emoción tendrás al jugar este juego. ¡No te rindas todavía, si te rindes te estás perdiendo toda la diversión!    … Expand
  44. Biggi1b
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    I'm glad that they made the story easier to follow in this compared to the Dark Souls games. The story is great but goes on for a while. The gameplay is more difficult in some ways and less in others.
  45. FaithDesigners2
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Shadow falls, and things return to their original owners. Adoptive father owl in Longquan River's backstab, but can't make an immortal contract between Yuzi and Wolf, while in Tianshouge Wolf backstab adopted adoptive father owl, which broke the immortal plan of adoptive father owl.
  46. Peterthefile692
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    The first time was so hard I used a guide to cheese the game. Second time I actually played the game after having some experience, it's challenging: until you get the hang of the bosses moves and counter often. 3rd play through is easy: you'll have mastered countering and see how repetitive the bosses are. 4th play through was a spreed run for me. 5th run I got bored of being OP. Doesn'tThe first time was so hard I used a guide to cheese the game. Second time I actually played the game after having some experience, it's challenging: until you get the hang of the bosses moves and counter often. 3rd play through is easy: you'll have mastered countering and see how repetitive the bosses are. 4th play through was a spreed run for me. 5th run I got bored of being OP. Doesn't play like dark souls but is definitely worth buying on sale: I'd say it's just as hard as DS for first time players.… Expand
  47. Makejames188
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    This game has Tenchu lineage in it's blood and that's a good thing. The combat, while a very challenging and fluid affair is not the only means to take out the enemies presented to you in this huge yet dense action adventure/stealth game. THIS IS NOT DARK SOULS. Just because you have played that series or Bloodborne doesn't not mean the same mechanics and principles apply. This is aThis game has Tenchu lineage in it's blood and that's a good thing. The combat, while a very challenging and fluid affair is not the only means to take out the enemies presented to you in this huge yet dense action adventure/stealth game. THIS IS NOT DARK SOULS. Just because you have played that series or Bloodborne doesn't not mean the same mechanics and principles apply. This is a stealth action game where running away and finding ambush and vantage point to whittle down the enemies numbers rewards you more than swinging your sword till things die. This game rewards patience alot more than brazen fighting ability. As a lover of the stealth genre it's painful tio watch players stand on the top of a building with a huge vantage point that allows you to scope out the area and plan you attack just jump into the middle of four to five enemies yelling that the game is too hard. There's more than one way to play this game. I'd definitely recommend it to stealth action players and fans , not to casual Souls fans.… Expand
  48. Afternoonwood5
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Very good game. in a lot of ways better than the dark souls series. It is very fast paced, combat relies on black and countering and this is done very quickly and needs to be precise. The ability to jump, and grapple around is a lot of fun. It a lot of ways this game is a mixture of assassins creed, and the dark souls games.
  49. Slavemanzazik03
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Amazing and beautiful game. 100% recommend to anyone. Challenging and fun game.
  50. Iamspeed263
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Took longer to 'click' for me than Souls 3, and that eureka moment was much different too. Masterpiece.
  51. Maldf3
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Dark souls but instead of spamming roll you spam parry. Good **** brahhhhhh!
  52. Largelog772
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    I watch a lot of anime. And trust me, you're gonna want some gunswords. Get ready.
  53. Shennia594
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Heel moeilijk om mee te beginnen, maar wees geduldig en leer ervan te genieten om verslagen te worden. Als je gewend raakt aan de stijl van spelen, is SEKIRO ons verreweg de beste game in dit genre. Het afbuigsysteem is eenvoudig maar briljant. Een goed bereik aan vijanden houdt het fris.Prachtig ontworpen omgeving, nogmaals, geen ander spel komt in de buurt, vanaf het begin de toren metHeel moeilijk om mee te beginnen, maar wees geduldig en leer ervan te genieten om verslagen te worden. Als je gewend raakt aan de stijl van spelen, is SEKIRO ons verreweg de beste game in dit genre. Het afbuigsysteem is eenvoudig maar briljant. Een goed bereik aan vijanden houdt het fris.Prachtig ontworpen omgeving, nogmaals, geen ander spel komt in de buurt, vanaf het begin de toren met uitzicht op de maan en het hoge gras, gewoon prachtig.Uitstekende waarde om het spel meerdere keren opnieuw te spelen, omdat het steeds moeilijker wordt in een nieuw spel. Veel geheimen te vinden.Uitstekende sfeer. Geweldige voice-acting. Leuk om te spelen. Briljant spel.… Expand
  54. 8Unitg145
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    The perfect game if you are looking for a challenge. FromSoftware has released yet another masterpiece to add to their collection. It combines the level design element from Dark Souls and fast pace gameplay from Bloodborne amped up to ten. There is a gigantic learning curve whilst playing the game, but the more you play, the more you learn, the better you'll master it. Explore everythingThe perfect game if you are looking for a challenge. FromSoftware has released yet another masterpiece to add to their collection. It combines the level design element from Dark Souls and fast pace gameplay from Bloodborne amped up to ten. There is a gigantic learning curve whilst playing the game, but the more you play, the more you learn, the better you'll master it. Explore everything you can and level up your character in the best way possible to make it a little easier for you, and by little I mean very little, but any help is better than nothing with a FromSoftware product.… Expand
  55. Slackjawed390
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    This the most authentic depiction of shinobi or ninja, well at least better than naruto. The game demands just one thing, attention and reflexes. In dark souls or BB your success depended on builds but here its just you and your katana. Thats all you need to master. The atmosphere, sounds, music instills such a sense of connection with the protagonist that he is easily my favouriteThis the most authentic depiction of shinobi or ninja, well at least better than naruto. The game demands just one thing, attention and reflexes. In dark souls or BB your success depended on builds but here its just you and your katana. Thats all you need to master. The atmosphere, sounds, music instills such a sense of connection with the protagonist that he is easily my favourite character. And the sense of reward and achievement is unparalled. Just a lot better than souls though much tougher. Only con includes an insane learning curve . And yeah game is meant to be completed 7 times or at least 4 times.… Expand
  56. Knindish46
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Amazing game one of my favorites. Combat it beautiful and simple yet never gets tired. Prosthetics are an amazing tool and it seems like every enemy and boss has a specific counter. There are multiple skill trees and each ability you get changes your character a significant amount. Each skill changes the way you play or approach a fight. The environments in the world are amazing and reallyAmazing game one of my favorites. Combat it beautiful and simple yet never gets tired. Prosthetics are an amazing tool and it seems like every enemy and boss has a specific counter. There are multiple skill trees and each ability you get changes your character a significant amount. Each skill changes the way you play or approach a fight. The environments in the world are amazing and really immerse you in the fantasy world. The enemy variety is very diverse and there are tons of unique enemies and the same applies to bosses. The game is very hard and there is no way to change it. But you can cheese a number of bosses if you want the game to be a little easier and I chose to do that with a couple.… Expand
  57. Binging32
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Third person hack and slash games were always one of my favorite genre, games like Devil may cry (all series especially 3 & 5) bayonetta, neir automata, witcher 3, Dark souls prince of persia and many more, but there comes along Sekiro and it changed everything...maybe one of the best game i,ve have ever played (of course there are many other games but sekiro stands out in this gener) thisThird person hack and slash games were always one of my favorite genre, games like Devil may cry (all series especially 3 & 5) bayonetta, neir automata, witcher 3, Dark souls prince of persia and many more, but there comes along Sekiro and it changed everything...maybe one of the best game i,ve have ever played (of course there are many other games but sekiro stands out in this gener) this game rewards you as you progress and gives you that sense of control and that feeling of a shinobi. Very few games come along in years and really stands out like this one. Highly recommended.… Expand
  58. Skouyter21
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    This is one of the best games I've played in a while. Yes it's difficult to play but the feeling of reward I got from beating bosses who I've been battling for hours(sometimes days) is so satisfying. You have to literally go into this game with the mindset of a professional boxer. There is going to be a lot of rounds to fight(expect to die a LOT)and you'll need to get good at studying yourThis is one of the best games I've played in a while. Yes it's difficult to play but the feeling of reward I got from beating bosses who I've been battling for hours(sometimes days) is so satisfying. You have to literally go into this game with the mindset of a professional boxer. There is going to be a lot of rounds to fight(expect to die a LOT)and you'll need to get good at studying your opponents, looking for weaknesses, and exploiting those weaknesses in a careful and timely manner. This game is chess not checkers. You also have to be a glutton for punishment in playing this as well. This isn't one of those games that will ask you if you want to decrease the difficulty because you keep getting manhandled by a boss or mini boss. You died? Too bad. Go back and try again. This game is THAT much of a savage. Those who gave this a 1 star review either thought it would be like something else entirely or just aren't built to tackle a truly challenging game experience. They want their hands held like childern and be able to beat a game easily. I played this game for 5 and a half months and got the most rewarding platinum trophy in my ps4 collection.… Expand
  59. Bkljo59
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Nisam ljubitelj Fromsoftware igara jer imaju presporo i nespretno upravljanje. Sjekira je izgledala previše dobro da bi se prošlo pa je tako. Kontrole su stroge i super brze. Ovo je teška igra, ali nije strašno ako ste akcijski igrač.
  60. Red4fred
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Don't get turned off thinking this game is for people with mad skills and reflexes and such.
    I'm not one of those people, never was, and I'll be 40 years old in a few months. Other than WoW, I mostly stuck to turn-based rpgs into my 30s. And I'm telling you, just as with Dark Souls, there are enough "git gud" guides that help immensely to make it beatable for people such as me. You will    Don't get turned off thinking this game is for people with mad skills and reflexes and such.
    I'm not one of those people, never was, and I'll be 40 years old in a few months. Other than WoW, I mostly stuck to turn-based rpgs into my 30s. And I'm telling you, just as with Dark Souls, there are enough "git gud" guides that help immensely to make it beatable for people such as me. You will be challenged. You will get frustrated sometimes. You will also learn, and victory will be all the sweeter because of it.    … Expand
  61. Boness7
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Amazing game. I have an all encompassing obsession with it at the moment. Hell, even Helen Keller would have been able to see what is going on here.Now onto 100% 'íng this baby. I am gonna climb that ♥♥♥♥ like I would climb Mount Everest. I don't care if I even get lost. Don't bother calling for back-up.
  62. Hentt4
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Roses are red, Sekiro is hard, Who is the braindead and that put the blazing bull in the yard?
  63. Fishbak10
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Great game, good fighting mechanics and a great story. Please get this game its worth it.
  64. Hyeyi73
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Good game especially if you liked the Tenchu games from PS2 :) such awesomeness.
  65. Tw1dNeg
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Amazing game! Reminds me of dark souls. Amazing environment. Amazing music. Amazing gameplay.
    Bosses are so rememberable and perfect.
  66. Natle17
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Les boss et les combats de Sekiro. Donnez-lui votre patience et il vous récompensera avec certains des meilleurs combats de n'importe quel jeu vidéo, des histoires parallèles poétiques et un monde plein de secrets. C'est le jeu le plus difficile que j'aie jamais terminé et pourtant, dès que j'ai battu le boss final, j'ai démarré un nouveau jeu. Je suis déterminé à explorer les histoiresLes boss et les combats de Sekiro. Donnez-lui votre patience et il vous récompensera avec certains des meilleurs combats de n'importe quel jeu vidéo, des histoires parallèles poétiques et un monde plein de secrets. C'est le jeu le plus difficile que j'aie jamais terminé et pourtant, dès que j'ai battu le boss final, j'ai démarré un nouveau jeu. Je suis déterminé à explorer les histoires secondaires que j'ai manquées - et à poignarder ce singe sanglant dans le cou juste une fois de plus.… Expand
  67. Baakkf3
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    After BB and D1-3, souls games had become comfortable. Still challenging, but familiar.
    Starting Sekiro felt like starting Dark Souls 1 for the first time. It was frustrating at first, but in the end I loved it.
    The combat rhythm is so unique and so satisfying. And ultimately it made the boss fights feel the most "Fair" of any From Soft game. The rules of engagement must be learned, but    After BB and D1-3, souls games had become comfortable. Still challenging, but familiar.
    Starting Sekiro felt like starting Dark Souls 1 for the first time. It was frustrating at first, but in the end I loved it.
    The combat rhythm is so unique and so satisfying. And ultimately it made the boss fights feel the most "Fair" of any From Soft game. The rules of engagement must be learned, but once you do, it is purely up to execution.
    A common occurrence for me would be to struggle on a boss for hours on end, and then have one fight where it just clicks and I would take almost no damage before landing the final killing blow.
    There were a couple fights were I would win with a sliver of health left, but almost all of the bosses are posture-based fights and would resolve once I got into that flow. (A distinction that you'll understand quickly once playing).To me this is From Soft saying: hey folks, this is how you do souls-like. They've made an incredible game. And for those willing to put in the hours its an incredible fight.    … Expand
  68. Emliyblunts420
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Sekiro isn't exactly a true souls like game, it has a very unique combat system in combination with both stealth/parkour gameplay. This gives players many options in how they want to approach each level in the game and also gives players more tools in terms of how they want to approach mini bosses. However, the way that true boss fights work in this game forces you to master theSekiro isn't exactly a true souls like game, it has a very unique combat system in combination with both stealth/parkour gameplay. This gives players many options in how they want to approach each level in the game and also gives players more tools in terms of how they want to approach mini bosses. However, the way that true boss fights work in this game forces you to master the fundamentals of its combat system in order to progress. Although there are plenty of cheese strategies you can search up and use, certain bosses are there as skill checks and will bend you over their knee to spank you for sucking.… Expand
  69. Fjgunto8
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Unlike traditional souls games, the clunk factor in Sekiro is pretty much non existent. I can only think of one mini boss, in which there are two types of them, that has a certain air of clunkiness to them. Beyond that, the gameplay is definitely smooth and fluid. The graphics are good, the music is decent, the story and lore are interesting.
  70. Notputin1991
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Best among Solusbourne games. From Software masterpiece. Git gud game its too gud.
  71. Soulstealier5
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Good game. but the name does not do it service, definitely died more than twice.
  72. Horsedump11
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Finally beat the game after 43 hours. One of the most difficult games I ever played. Frustrating at times, but a great gaming experience overall. Beautiful world, great combat, tons of replayability value.
  73. GreenMonkee74
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    If you're coming from Dark Souls, good luck unlearning everything you've learned, because you'll just about have to in order to progress.
  74. Bigmrbuck35
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    10/10 FromSoftware game. Bosses are somewhat easy tho but game is still dank as ****
  75. Smallchungus167
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Sekiro adds the posture system and making the constant attacking and pinpoint deflecting a must in every encounter - steel clashes on steel in a rhythmic, mesmerizing, and almost hypnotic manner.
    Another crucial element that makes this game such an enthralling experience to play is the inclusion of perilous attacks. When the enemy flashes a red kanji symbol, you have a second to determine    Sekiro adds the posture system and making the constant attacking and pinpoint deflecting a must in every encounter - steel clashes on steel in a rhythmic, mesmerizing, and almost hypnotic manner.
    Another crucial element that makes this game such an enthralling experience to play is the inclusion of perilous attacks. When the enemy flashes a red kanji symbol, you have a second to determine what they're doing and how you're supposed to react accordingly: will they thrust you? Step on their weapon the moment it launches. Will they perform a sweep? Jump over the sweep and counter them with an overhead attack. Will they attempt to grab you? Dodge towards their back to give yourself a big opening. This system feels daunting at first, but I guarantee it will click with you at some point in the game, and it will feel fantastic to counter perilous attacks, something no other video game has ever done yet.    … Expand
  76. Werido2019
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    If I have to describe the combat of Sekiro, it is a dance. And to be specific - Sekiro is a Waltz.
    It is a personal duet between you and your opponent. It is elegant as it is sophisticated. It is a melody of elegant movement and counters, it is a song of sword clashes. In order to best your opponent, you have to learn the steps of the waltz: Learn the timings, learn the counters, learn    If I have to describe the combat of Sekiro, it is a dance. And to be specific - Sekiro is a Waltz.
    It is a personal duet between you and your opponent. It is elegant as it is sophisticated. It is a melody of elegant movement and counters, it is a song of sword clashes. In order to best your opponent, you have to learn the steps of the waltz: Learn the timings, learn the counters, learn the dance. Only when you have mastered these, will you end the dance befitting a true shinobi: through a Shinobi Execution.    … Expand
  77. Johndaoe24
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    The FS games are literally an institution of "git gud" with sekiro being the dean of admissions.
  78. Sharists80
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    It's like the Turbo Pug of endless racers only a souls game. Great visuals.
  79. Ecrus3ar
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    An absolutely superb game and easily my favorite FromSoft game to date. Best combat I've seen.
  80. JimmesRustled55
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Personally, as a fan of From Software games, this was an amazing experience and I loved the game. Easily one of my favorite games and have already started my second playthrough. If you want a challenge and a whole new combat experience to master, get it.
  81. Weahpw785
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    "Must buy" If you want to repeatly die more than twice... It's a masterpiece beyond my words. Stop sitting there and buy it.
  82. Derfed82
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    Now that I've beaten all 4 endings and done a no death run i can 100% recommend this game. When I first played it in 2020 I gave up before i even got to the first proper boss. I got extremely frustrated just because of a bigger enemy and I didn't think the parrying/deflecting and gameplay were for me. I played for 80 minutes and then got a refund. Fast forward to a few months ago, betweenNow that I've beaten all 4 endings and done a no death run i can 100% recommend this game. When I first played it in 2020 I gave up before i even got to the first proper boss. I got extremely frustrated just because of a bigger enemy and I didn't think the parrying/deflecting and gameplay were for me. I played for 80 minutes and then got a refund. Fast forward to a few months ago, between 2020 and this year, I had played through the souls series, so when I saw Sekiro on sale I picked it up again. The difference is, this time I was willing to make the effort to understand how to play the game and understand its mechanics, and I was rewarded with one of the most rich and fulfilling games I've ever played, even surpassing my high expectations after playing Dark Souls. So don't be like me last year, and don't be like Asmongold. I assure you, give the game a second or even third chance and you might be surprised by how good it feels to finally get a grasp of the combat system… Expand
  83. Loehq20
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    I came here admiringly. At present, I have defeated Xianichiro in 10.6 hours, and now I go back to fight Madame Butterfly and then it should be Xianfeng Temple. The more you fight, the more addicted you are! The best of 2019 is worthy of the name! Super praise!
  84. Tookjonhosn796
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    This game took the life out of me. it beat me down over and over but when i finally beat it, i ascended to the heavens. the story is amazing, the character arcs (in all endings) are great, it was worth every penny.
  85. Big_bum11
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    Another fantastic addition to From Softs catalog, with sword play that far outpaces its predecessors and flows with more grace than Nioh could hope to have. A honest to goodness masterpiece.
  86. 9Tzitu58
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    Might break a few things around your desk but it's worth it. Really fun stuff.
  87. Titanshatter100
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    10/10 would never play this gain, just beat all the boses, i had to beat the game basically 3 times to unlock the endings and secret bosses and alternate bosses, loved the game, hard as nuts i would expect nothing less from fromsoftware. love it but never again will i put myself through that again, that ape...... i still see him in my nightmares..... all hail shura.
  88. Rekker289x
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    Monkey samurais 10/10 New to souls like games? This game is going to be hell for you. Souls like god? This game is going to be even worse of a hell for you; because you gotta retrain yourself to not roll away from every attack. Instead you have to learn how to parry/deflect every attack at the perfect time. It'll take time, and patience to get the hang of it, but the game does a perfectMonkey samurais 10/10 New to souls like games? This game is going to be hell for you. Souls like god? This game is going to be even worse of a hell for you; because you gotta retrain yourself to not roll away from every attack. Instead you have to learn how to parry/deflect every attack at the perfect time. It'll take time, and patience to get the hang of it, but the game does a perfect job of helping you know how to react. Using perfect audio and visual clues to react to. Once you get the hang of it you'll look and feel like a god, and you'll look at dark souls combat as silly looking. Everything about this game is polished and perfected.… Expand
  89. BottomTextgang2
    Aug 8, 2021
    10
    This games the only game that i've played that actually sells the experience of being in a real fight, with how intense it is, how drastically numbers can effect a fight, how hurt you'll get from one slip up and how difficult it is to recover from it, and im referring to a fist fight, not sword fight since you'd just be dead, but i had the exact same feeling in this game that ive had inThis games the only game that i've played that actually sells the experience of being in a real fight, with how intense it is, how drastically numbers can effect a fight, how hurt you'll get from one slip up and how difficult it is to recover from it, and im referring to a fist fight, not sword fight since you'd just be dead, but i had the exact same feeling in this game that ive had in actual fights where i'd nearly avoid an attack by just dumb luck and instincts and think like "damn idk if imma be able to pull that off again" and feeling uncertain about how much longer i'd last (but since you can die endless times you eventually just learn everything, im just talking about your first few encounters).… Expand
  90. Tg1riauio
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    I adore this games combat personally over all the souls games i would give the combat a 10/10 but the terror mechanic reminds me this is a FromSoft game.
  91. Hilkbarry5
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    its difficult but it just makes you want to get better. Shoving sword up an apes ass is amazing.
  92. Directive62
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    Easily became one of my favorite games of all times.
    I'm still coming back to it from time to time just to experience incredibly satisfying combat and fight bosses. Best fighting mechanics ever existed!
  93. Banak28
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    If you have OCD and have to finish the game, your in for a long ride. Sick game.
  94. Drakebog15555
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    Great game, quite hard but the story is good. some game mechanics during combat could have been better but its overall a great game.
  95. Nigemog77
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    This game has one of the best combat systems, and has easily become one of my favorite games of all time. Initially, the difficulty curve appears to be incredibly difficult and at some times nearly impossible; but, the main thing that drew me (and more than likely, the millions of other players) back was that overwhelming sense of accomplishment I felt after defeating a difficult boss forThis game has one of the best combat systems, and has easily become one of my favorite games of all time. Initially, the difficulty curve appears to be incredibly difficult and at some times nearly impossible; but, the main thing that drew me (and more than likely, the millions of other players) back was that overwhelming sense of accomplishment I felt after defeating a difficult boss for the first time.
    Give this game a shot if you're looking for an extreme challenge with gorgeous visuals, great environments, memorable boss fights, and an overall well-rounded experience.    … Expand
  96. Msienif3
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    FUN AF BUT HARD AF. Combat is a lot better than dark souls combat IMO. I hope theres a sequel.
  97. Keyzbg654
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    Wasn't sure if Fromsoft games were up my alley, turns out they are amazing!
  98. Kretizaor472
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    ive played through it like 3 times but havent actually finished it yet, i love this game
  99. Buttchunker5149
    Aug 11, 2021
    10
    What a video game is supposed to be. best sword fighting game in existence. hesitation is defeat 11/10.
  100. 2Toothie
    Aug 12, 2021
    10
    i died at least 400 times at the ogre. I need to git gud. This game is quite gud.
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#9 Best PC Game of 2019
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#6 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019
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#69 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Game World Navigator Magazine
    May 15, 2019
    80
    There’s no leveling (in Soulsborne sense of the word), no covenants, no multiplayer, no variety in armor and weapons. It could be written off a stylistic choice, if the rest of the game didn’t feel very similar to the previous FromSoftware games. But it does, so Sekrio comes across as rather shallow. [Issue#237, p.28]
  2. MGG
    Apr 27, 2019
    88
    Sekiro Shadows Die Twice is a milestone in the genre. It offers complex, stunning and precise sword fights and duels that its predecessors lacked, and from which its successors will have to keep up with. You no longer simply learn by repeatedly and unfairly dying, but you refine your talents as a player. You seek unique methods to overcome each boss, rather than just rolling at the right time before spamming a few hits.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    Apr 25, 2019
    90
    Dozens of hours later, we're still not sure how we feel about it. It's a game of contradictions, open and flexible in its level design, yet resolutely strict in its combat... It is a brilliant game, that is certain. but it is often a difficult one to truly love. Naturally, we can't put it down. [Issue#332, p.104]
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