Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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8.5

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  1. Mar7e
    May 2, 2019
    10
    Fast combat, git good parry mechanics, stunning visuals, great mobility. The game is made in a such a way that it starts in a "normal mode" for the 1st time you play it, with no option to got on hard mode until you complete it once. Once you do complete the game, you instantly noticed that enemies that you thought are too difficult, now feel perfectly balanced, if not too easy, so itFast combat, git good parry mechanics, stunning visuals, great mobility. The game is made in a such a way that it starts in a "normal mode" for the 1st time you play it, with no option to got on hard mode until you complete it once. Once you do complete the game, you instantly noticed that enemies that you thought are too difficult, now feel perfectly balanced, if not too easy, so it offers you the ability to unable the actual hard mode (return Kuro's charm). Some people are disappointed in the removal of RPG elements, but I actually prefer this skill-based game-play, instead the constant search for upgrades in other FromSoft games. It's a 10/10 and gave more than 80 hours of fun across 4 runs of the game. 100% worth!… Expand
  2. RealJSCarpio
    May 3, 2019
    10
    Otra obra maestra por parte de From Software, jugablemente increíble es una delicia, gráficamente precioso al igual que en cuanto a sonido, incluso la historia esta a gran altura, un juego ademas largo, con un montón de jefes o mini jefes opcionales, varios finales alternativos, muchas cosas ocultas con un mapa enorme por explorar, la gente que lo vota negativo es simplemente por laOtra obra maestra por parte de From Software, jugablemente increíble es una delicia, gráficamente precioso al igual que en cuanto a sonido, incluso la historia esta a gran altura, un juego ademas largo, con un montón de jefes o mini jefes opcionales, varios finales alternativos, muchas cosas ocultas con un mapa enorme por explorar, la gente que lo vota negativo es simplemente por la exagerada dificultad, es cierto que es de los juegos mas difíciles que he jugado, por no decir el mas dificil la verdad, pero justamente esa es la gracia de este titulo, es lo que buscaban para diferenciarse, no es como para votarlo negativo por eso, practicamente todos los juegos del mercado son un paseo, asi que la gente que se queja de la dificultad simplemente que busquen otra cosa, pero que no voten negativo a tal obra maestra, con tanto trabajo detrás, el único pero que le puedo poner respecto a los DS, es que es un juego que tienes que estar siempre al 100%, no hay momento de descanso, incluso con los enemigos mas básicos, no te vale solo aporrear el botón de ataque, pero vamos que eso no quita la obra de arte que es, gracias de nuevo FS.… Expand
  3. theonlyone21
    May 3, 2019
    10
    really good game the grafix are att point! i dont get why people say it looks like ps2 graphics i mean have you ever played or seen a ps2 game i dont think a ps2 can run this game it will just crash people these days i swear anyway this game is really good the combat the bosses everything is great from software dont litsen to people this game is awesome keep it up!
  4. Lumanachi
    May 6, 2019
    10
    This game for me is undoubtedly the best game I ever played. The challenges, bosses, mini bosses, graphic, combat, and giving you the freedom I how you want to play the story. I really am lost for words, but the only reason it got a 10 from me because I can't go any higher, lol. Anyone that love gaming and a challenge do not hesitate to buy this game, is worth every penny.
  5. Onigiri
    May 13, 2019
    10
    This is the first 'Souls' game I enjoy for the gameplay. The game is rough on new players, but never unfair.
    When you get well versed in the parry system, you can feel like a badass shinobi and steamroll all enemies even bosses.
    I understand that Souls games are not for everyone, and they know that, they are not even trying to please every snowflake that can't take a difficult game and I    This is the first 'Souls' game I enjoy for the gameplay. The game is rough on new players, but never unfair.
    When you get well versed in the parry system, you can feel like a badass shinobi and steamroll all enemies even bosses.
    I understand that Souls games are not for everyone, and they know that, they are not even trying to please every snowflake that can't take a difficult game and I love them for it.
    They could have been a bit more deep in the lore, but the gameplay is more than enough.
    An easy 10.    … Expand
  6. Mrt92
    Jun 11, 2019
    10
    Good story and a lot of deaths.
    Great kombat, weapons, story and amazing grapics
  7. artem2510
    May 29, 2019
    10
    Man, this has become one of my favourite games. I love the fast pace exciting boss fights, the stealth aspect, the story and mechanics. I look at the negative reviews of people that just weren't able to 'Get it' thinking it was too hard and therefore stupid. Yes it takes time to get used to the mechanics after being used to Dark Souls. Yes it is a difficult game, the boss fights can beMan, this has become one of my favourite games. I love the fast pace exciting boss fights, the stealth aspect, the story and mechanics. I look at the negative reviews of people that just weren't able to 'Get it' thinking it was too hard and therefore stupid. Yes it takes time to get used to the mechanics after being used to Dark Souls. Yes it is a difficult game, the boss fights can be very hard. There is a difficulty curve that you have to get over and there is a period of getting used to and understanding the game. Once you do though you start to love the game, the rhythm of the battles, the feeling of overcoming a boss, the aggression and adrenaline during a challenging fight. I love the line of "I'm good at dark souls but this game sucks cause I died like 20 times to a dumb boss", it's people expecting to be good at this game and getting frustrated when it's not a dark souls rehash. It's honestly their loss not giving this game the necessary amount of time. I'm glad this is not a dark souls rehash and what they have made. I usually never replay games, even if I love them, but this one is an exception. From Software has really raised the bar as a game company.… Expand
  8. BENAN
    Jun 3, 2019
    10
    Sekiro shares some "from software feeling" with Dark Souls, but is very different. The emphasis is on learning how to fight with the katana, blocking, deflecting, dodging and countering attacks. As you progress through the game you learn new techniques which you can apply in the correct situation. Stealth allows you to get an advantage before starting the fight and provides some welcome… Expand
  9. pop_0923
    Jun 18, 2019
    10
    From continues to perfect combat from DS3, sekiro is an awesome game for those who love combat based games, missed pvp in this one along with customisations and weapon variety, can't wait to see them return in Elden Ring !
  10. Franilgallo
    Jun 23, 2019
    10
    In an era where the majority of PC games are FPS multiplayer this is a rare jewel. It's not perfect, but it does greatly what a game must do, it entertains you and makes you want to continue playing. The combat system is very enjoyable, the story is quite good, some bosses are wonderful . I think they could have done a simple mode for them who like to play not fully concentrated on theIn an era where the majority of PC games are FPS multiplayer this is a rare jewel. It's not perfect, but it does greatly what a game must do, it entertains you and makes you want to continue playing. The combat system is very enjoyable, the story is quite good, some bosses are wonderful . I think they could have done a simple mode for them who like to play not fully concentrated on the game. But for me the game is worth 10. I loved it.… Expand
  11. Wweald
    Jun 24, 2019
    10
    This game lacks certain qualities that made me love the previous of fromsofts soulslikes. But even though I miss certain things like build diversity, and an interwoven world design. I **** love this game, at the moment it is my favorite game. And the main reason why is the combat. I love the worlds and plots of the souls games but at the end of the day I love these games because the combatThis game lacks certain qualities that made me love the previous of fromsofts soulslikes. But even though I miss certain things like build diversity, and an interwoven world design. I **** love this game, at the moment it is my favorite game. And the main reason why is the combat. I love the worlds and plots of the souls games but at the end of the day I love these games because the combat is amazing, and Sekiro has easily the best combat of any game I've ever played. You are limited to one weapon this time, but the things you can do with it combined with the combat arts and special techniques makes sure it never gets boring to use. Most people only use a few of the many weapons in the previous games anyways, so I don't mind this change as much as I thought I might. The movement changes are a lot of fun and make the way you can interact with the world so much more fun. The areas are some of the best designed in fromsofts games. It being such a different style of world to Dark Souls and Bloodborne makes it feel fresh again. Where certain areas in those games felt like different versions of themselves. Like the poison swamp areas and the catacomb areas, and the lava areas, etc. The main flaw of the game is the way it's balanced, certain abilities and prosthetics feel like there's no real reason to use them. I like all of the characters a lot, but their side quests could have been done better. Sekiro had the most intuitive side character quests of the fromsoft games which is a good thing. Previous games required a guide or hours of wandering around to progress. I love the more direct method of story telling Sekiro has as well.… Expand
  12. Dellema
    Jan 26, 2021
    10
    Reminds me a lot of the most charming aspects of Ocarina of Time- a unique world to explore, with intimidating locals and a bevy of interesting enemies and equipment. Except this time, the game is made for adults.
  13. matdimond
    Aug 9, 2019
    10
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  14. Averion
    Aug 13, 2019
    10
    I really enjoyed the game. Sure, it's challenging, but that's where the fun lies. You need a lot of patience, but all wins are rewarding af...
  15. Aifrait
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    Un juego digno de tener en tu biblioteca, te sumerge en un ambiente brutal con una historia y personajes que solo From Software es capaz de hacer. Un sistema de combate muy logrado unido a una forma de moverse en lateral por el escenario, la capacidad de mejorar tanto tu armamento (la prótesis) como tus combos lo hacen ser un juego muy completo.

    Tiene un lore profundo (puede que no    Un juego digno de tener en tu biblioteca, te sumerge en un ambiente brutal con una historia y personajes que solo From Software es capaz de hacer. Un sistema de combate muy logrado unido a una forma de moverse en lateral por el escenario, la capacidad de mejorar tanto tu armamento (la prótesis) como tus combos lo hacen ser un juego muy completo.

    Tiene un lore profundo (puede que no tanto como un DS pero esto es una IP nueva) que se acompaña de su misión principal unido a algunas misiones secundarias que te encontrarás explorando el mapa.

    PROS
    - Ambientación de japón feudal muy lograda.
    - Sistema de combate rápido e intensivo.
    - Una forma de moverse por el mapa libre y fácil.
    - Tener la opción de usar sigilo para matar enemigos.

    CONTRAS
    - Bug que afecta al HDR aun no resuelto.
    - La cámara se vuelve algo loca en algunas ocasiones.
    - El juego aunque no lo puedo considerar corto me esperaba que la duración fuera mayor.    … Expand
  16. DiabloNero
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    Sekiro est un jeu qui va tester votre capacité à persévérer c'est sans l'ombre d'un doute (pun intended). Etant moi-même un grand fan des jeux post-demon's souls de From Software et ayant fini tous les Dark Souls avec leurs DLCs respectifs, je dois dire que je ne m'attendais peut-être pas à rouler sur le jeu mais au moins à avoir un certain "avantage" sur les joueurs dont il s'agissait duSekiro est un jeu qui va tester votre capacité à persévérer c'est sans l'ombre d'un doute (pun intended). Etant moi-même un grand fan des jeux post-demon's souls de From Software et ayant fini tous les Dark Souls avec leurs DLCs respectifs, je dois dire que je ne m'attendais peut-être pas à rouler sur le jeu mais au moins à avoir un certain "avantage" sur les joueurs dont il s'agissait du premier jeu de from.

    Et autant dire que je me trompais lourdement, en effet, contrairement à un souls où la prise en main est très simple (à savoir : roulade + taper), celle de Sekiro est très difficile et c'est pour moi un défaut majeur du jeu qui en fera abandonner plus d'un. En effet, les premières heures de jeu sont assez laborieuses niveau difficulté, vous prenez des coups sans comprendre pourquoi, vous êtes stun sans comprendre pourquoi, vous esquivez une attaque sans comprendre pourquoi, vous mourez sans comprendre pourquoi et vous battez des boss/miniboss sans comprendre pourquoi ce qui résulte en un manque de satisfaction après un combat qui est pourtant la marque de fabrique de From Software. En fait, vous ne mourez pas à cause des ennemis mais à cause du jeu qui ne vous explique pas suffisamment son système de combat. J'ai moi-même failli définitivement rage-quit le jeu mais je me suis accroché.

    Et autant dire que j'ai bien fait car c'est juste après ce moment-là qu'arrive le boss fight () avec lequel le système de combat "clique" chez la plupart des joueurs (moi compris). C'est ainsi à partir de ce moment-là que j'ai enfin commencé à comprendre le système de combat et à enfin comprendre les paternes des boss et à avoir ce sentiment de satisfaction personnelle tant attendu après un combat.

    Sekiro possède aussi d'autres défauts, les principaux étant le réutilisation massive de miniboss (non sérieusement y en a un qui a été réutilisé 5 fois) et le mélange parfois un peu raté entre action et infiltration dans certaines zones où vous vous cognerez la tête contre un mur en essayant de clear une zone à la manière d'un dark souls alors qu'elle est designée pour de la stealth sans que le jeu ne vous le dise clairement.

    Mais ces défauts deviennent vraiment mineurs car une fois le système de combat maîtrisé, vous pourrez enfin pleinement profiter de la beauté du monde de sekiro ainsi que de ses ost made in Yuka Kitamura qui comme d'hab fait un travail de dingue et évidemment de ses boss fights dont certains font maintenant parti de mon top 10 personnel.

    Si vous pensez pouvoir surmonter les premières heures de jeu je ne peux que vous recommander Sekiro, mais si au contraire vous ne vous en sentez pas capable mais que vous voulez quand même découvrir les jeux From Software, je vous conseillerai de d'abord commencer par Dark Souls 3 et éventuellement de continuer sur Sekiro ensuite.    … Expand
  17. ALIMOVASAGH
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    very very good very very hard
    enjoy it ...
    بازی فوق العاده زیبایی هست واقعا همه باید تجربه کنن
  18. Fresh_cut92
    Oct 29, 2019
    10
    One of the best games i have played. Love every detail! The game is 10/10!!!
  19. Gedulah
    Nov 6, 2019
    10
    I have completed Dark Souls 1-3, I have completed Bloodborne. This is the first time I have ever completed 100% achievement for any game. I am in love with this game, it is a masterpiece. Supporting an aggressive yet focused approach to gameplay this game is everything you ever wanted in an action title. The guts of this game are so well developed I crave more even after beating it forI have completed Dark Souls 1-3, I have completed Bloodborne. This is the first time I have ever completed 100% achievement for any game. I am in love with this game, it is a masterpiece. Supporting an aggressive yet focused approach to gameplay this game is everything you ever wanted in an action title. The guts of this game are so well developed I crave more even after beating it for the fourth or fifth time. Current game time is at 173 hours, don't miss out on this game. Whenever you have time pick it up and give it a try. You may find within yourself the ability to overcome and persevere. I need more DLC for this game, what a great well designed game. I do miss some of the RPG elements in some of the earlier titles but the gameplay is well worth it.… Expand
  20. GaelJ
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Fantastic successor to Tenchu and compelling action adventure game that carries Fromsoftware's signature design elements. The flow of combat to its core is very rhythm game-like, but has so much impact. This game is more like a Zelda and Tenchu than a typical Souls game in terms of progression and structure. Great story, characters, levels, movement and world design.
  21. Magenta1991
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    Es tan bueno como Dark Souls sin ser un clon de Dark Souls, Miyazaki demuestra como mantenerse fresco y entregar un producto de calidad en todo sentido. La mecanica del Parry jamás había sido mejor empleada y difícilmente veremos a alguien más usarla con el mismo brillo que en Sekiro. Las batallas contra los bosses todas son memorables y divertidas, El replay value está a la orden del día.
  22. Vilgefortz_
    Nov 24, 2019
    10
    A true masterpiece for those who are willing to try and understand and learn it.

    This game strips down most of the extras from the previous From Software games, and instead refines the core fighting mechanic for a singular fighting style. Fully embracing hyper-aggression, without letting it become attack-spamming by means of the posture system. These changes lead to there being a    A true masterpiece for those who are willing to try and understand and learn it.

    This game strips down most of the extras from the previous From Software games, and instead refines the core fighting mechanic for a singular fighting style. Fully embracing hyper-aggression, without letting it become attack-spamming by means of the posture system.
    These changes lead to there being a correct way to play this game, and your journey as a player to master the mechanics is mirrored by Sekiro's journey to become a master shinobi.
    The ways to cheat this natural progression are reduced: you can't summon other players, and both over-leveling or building a tank are no longer an option.

    It's truly up to you, and the only true defeat is giving up. A great metaphor for life.    … Expand
  23. ChrisWhiteWolf
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game. It is not nearly as similar to Dark Souls as I thought it would be, the game is definitely a lot more of its own thing than something like Bloodborne, but that's a very good thing in my opinion. After 5 Souls games plus all the clones like Lords of the Fallen and Nioh, change is very nice.

    Incredible game so far, looks great, runs well (with an unfortunate 60 FPS cap,    Fantastic game. It is not nearly as similar to Dark Souls as I thought it would be, the game is definitely a lot more of its own thing than something like Bloodborne, but that's a very good thing in my opinion. After 5 Souls games plus all the clones like Lords of the Fallen and Nioh, change is very nice.

    Incredible game so far, looks great, runs well (with an unfortunate 60 FPS cap, which is fine by me), and has the great and challenging gameplay and interesting lore filled world that you'd expect from a game made by the same people who made Dark Souls.    … Expand
  24. Litetendero
    Dec 2, 2019
    10
    Totalmente diferente de qualquer jogo SoulsLike, topinho recomendo muito bom
  25. czuleks
    Dec 12, 2019
    10
    best game in the life, difficult is subjtive, learn and paciencie. only love for this game
  26. NorrBlack
    Dec 15, 2019
    10
    Simplesmente incrível! Sekiro reúne os melhores elementos dos jogos anteriores da fromsoftware em um jogo mais amigável aos jogadores, com menus e dados menos complexos, com um novo sistema que prioriza a melhoria do jogador no jogo, em vez do melhoramento do personagem. Sistema de combate único e fluido, um desafio para amantes de batalhas frente a frente ou gameplays mais furtivas.Simplesmente incrível! Sekiro reúne os melhores elementos dos jogos anteriores da fromsoftware em um jogo mais amigável aos jogadores, com menus e dados menos complexos, com um novo sistema que prioriza a melhoria do jogador no jogo, em vez do melhoramento do personagem. Sistema de combate único e fluido, um desafio para amantes de batalhas frente a frente ou gameplays mais furtivas. Possui um level design incrível, mantendo o clima sombrio tradicional da fromsoftware, porém trazendo cores um pouco mais vivas em vez de muitos cenários escuros. Uma grande quantidade de locais e segredos para descobrir ao longo do jogo que também farão você se sentir numa real aventura pelo misterioso e mitológico Japão feudal. Definitivamente o melhor jogo de 2019!… Expand
  27. Trbaan
    Dec 23, 2019
    10
    a masterpiece , thank you miyazaki-san thank fromsoftware , you never stop to amaze us
    looking forward to the next masterpiece from you ( elden ring )
  28. Rodrick55
    Feb 29, 2020
    10
    One of the best games ever, good job from software! Dont listen to people who are crying that its too difficult, just learn to parry :)
  29. robbeach77
    Jan 5, 2020
    10
    Never had a game push me so hard to get better, although needed some help from youtubers on strategy. Outstanding game.
  30. IMR707
    Mar 29, 2022
    10
    Very fun game that is not for the faint of heart. As usual for Souls game, You will grind deaths lots and lots. But the controls are very responsive and for a game that requires precise targeting it is a godsend, and it is very rewarding once you have mastered it. I have to unlearn some stuff from Dark Souls series though because this one plays quite differently, in a good way.
  31. FaNoNHell
    Jan 18, 2020
    10
    I this this is the best game in the world after Dying Light and The Witcher 3
  32. MaltaSaksham
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    The best combat in any video game ever! Mind blowing visuals and lore. Miyazaki has done it once again, what an experience. I recommend this to everyone who loves acting adventure
  33. nurfedx
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best Games known to mankind.
    From Software is a safe heaven for the Gaming community.
    Especially in times where big Developers dissapiont us with theyr fraudulent intent.
    Praise the sun!
  34. IsshinAshina
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    Despite the mechanical and artistic differences with the Souls games, Sekiro manages to recapture the feeling I got when playing Dark Souls for the very first time.
    A very exciting and meaningful experience!
  35. Fatryon
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Cuando yo creía que From Software no podía ir mas lejos de lo que fue con la saga Souls, sacan Sekiro, un juego que mecánicamente supero a sus antiguas creaciones, con una ambientación y colores increíbles, contrario a lo que muchos dicen, la difcultad fue de las cosas mas entretenidas que tuyo, y fui capas de pasarlo usando El Demonio de la Campana y El Amuleto de Kuro (que seria laCuando yo creía que From Software no podía ir mas lejos de lo que fue con la saga Souls, sacan Sekiro, un juego que mecánicamente supero a sus antiguas creaciones, con una ambientación y colores increíbles, contrario a lo que muchos dicen, la difcultad fue de las cosas mas entretenidas que tuyo, y fui capas de pasarlo usando El Demonio de la Campana y El Amuleto de Kuro (que seria la dificultad máxima) complete el juego 4 veces sacado todos los finales, si yo lo pude pasar así, entonces, tan tan difícil no era.… Expand
  36. TomyVercEty
    Oct 19, 2020
    10
    Simply Beautiful, I see many who complain about the difficulty, the fact that it is difficult does not mean that it is bad stop giving it bad marks for being handicapped, those who reached the final congratulations prros.
  37. Relkad
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    It has been quite some time since a game made me feel like this game did.
    A game that you can call "a game", not useless dialogues, useless cutscenes, non-sense objectives, and boring gameplay.
    The story is interesting and the game rewards exploration quite a bit. The difficulty is just on the point in my opinion. Not only that, hitboxes, animations, voice acting(Japanese),    It has been quite some time since a game made me feel like this game did.
    A game that you can call "a game", not useless dialogues, useless cutscenes, non-sense objectives, and boring gameplay.
    The story is interesting and the game rewards exploration quite a bit.
    The difficulty is just on the point in my opinion. Not only that,
    hitboxes, animations, voice acting(Japanese), level-design...
    One downside might be the music,it's nothing bad but nothing great either.
    I loved this game so much I was looking for a thing to criticize, music was the only thing I've found.    … Expand
  38. dmcrun11
    Oct 11, 2020
    10
    I am relatively new to this genre of third person melee combat games. Sekiro is the best PC game I have ever played.

    The difficulty of the game was initially extremely off-putting. I wanted to dislike the game. Admittedly, the only reason I pushed on past the first 10 hours was to beat the game and then give it a negative review. I was a late bloomer in regards to the gameplay    I am relatively new to this genre of third person melee combat games. Sekiro is the best PC game I have ever played.

    The difficulty of the game was initially extremely off-putting. I wanted to dislike the game. Admittedly, the only reason I pushed on past the first 10 hours was to beat the game and then give it a negative review. I was a late bloomer in regards to the gameplay "clicking" for me. I didn't start to master the gameplay until 25 hours into the game. Once I became very comfortable and confident with the mechanics, the fun factor of the game sky rocketed.

    I have played Sekiro 5 times to completion, back to back. It is one of the very few games that I cared to get 100% of the achievements. Sekiro sets the bar for all future third person melee combat games, and that bar is extremely high.    … Expand
  39. ShadowOfTheMoon
    Apr 3, 2020
    10
    This is a masterpiece of the soul series. The game gives emotions when you fully understand the mechanics and begin to read the boss like an open book. It's just a bomb
  40. AQbornking
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    What make this game Great? The answer of this question is not that simple. Let discuss the unique factor of it. Just forget about dark souls for a moment. Protagonist starts with very low health, which will increase as you lean forward with the hardness of game and your decisions. This game have several mini bosses, bosses and several ways to slay them. Story of Sekiro is up to the markWhat make this game Great? The answer of this question is not that simple. Let discuss the unique factor of it. Just forget about dark souls for a moment. Protagonist starts with very low health, which will increase as you lean forward with the hardness of game and your decisions. This game have several mini bosses, bosses and several ways to slay them. Story of Sekiro is up to the mark too. And gameplay is massive. Items use in this is also make it unique.
    I have initially complain with the enemy respawn when you rest in sculptor. But that make sense for farming. Like pokemon when you go to the grass and wild pokemon appear or trainer in routes. For gold or level. It deserve 10/10.    … Expand
  41. saxman
    May 5, 2020
    10
    the combat in this game is the best in any game i've ever played, and all of sekiro is built off of it. from switching from the slow paced stealth to the fast paced attack/deflect, everything flows perfectly and smoothly. only slight knock for too much grapple and some bad mini bosses, but that's not enough to affect my overall score. 9.6/10
  42. lalahand
    Jul 15, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece. I really enjoy it even though I’m not good at action game. No complain at all
  43. MAA123
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    the game pushed souls games even further , satisfying game-play
    best game ever
  44. RazorHit
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Лучший соулс лайк, боевая система просто невероятная, ощущение боя на кончиках пальцев.
    10 из 10. МАСТ ХЭВ!
  45. lolmanc
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
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  46. Zen_Shadowborn
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Juegazo espectacular una jugabilidad dinamica y rapida bastante distinta a lo visto en dark souls, pero no por ello mala sino incluso mejor sin duda un de los mejores juegos de from sofware hasta la fecha
  47. Inuyasha17
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Sekiro is a very perfect game.
    It is a difficult game that boasts a very high level of difficulty.
    However, excellent graphics, high-quality action, hitting sense, and cool weapons are the advantages.
    And of all the games that exist, the sword fight was the best embodiment.
    This game is worth 100 points for Metasco.
  48. Facy
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I will start buying From Software games blindly, they never disappoint. Sekiro is possibly one of the best games i have ever played.
  49. drfranconi
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    One of the most beautiful game I played (in 2023). I enjoyed the whole game
  50. Artoriasng
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am a huge fan of the souls series and consider there games to be some of the greatest of all time,although sekiro Is a little different, while the combat system is great and the level design phenomenal and spectacular bosses it is you standard FromSoftware game, although in my play through I have found various bugs and some areas and bosses that are just lackluster, overall a must play for souls fans, it does not disappoint… Expand
  51. phoenix26
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    sekiro inanılmaz bir oyun olmuş bölüm tasarımı silahların işlevi ve zorluğu harika olmuş oynadıkça deneyim kazandığınız ve deneyim kazandıkça zorluğunun kolaylaşması geliştiğiniz hissiyatını çok iyi veriyor tek kelime ile muğazzam
  52. PureWheel9
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    From Software didn't disappoint like always. Just when i thought the combat couldn't get any more better they hit me with a variety of new tools and ways to resolve problems in game. The combat is fast paced and there are many ways to tackle the same enemy depending on how you want to play.
  53. Inuyasha1
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    근접 타격감, 칼싸움 게임의 최강자 게임. 세계의 모든 게임들 중 근접 타격감, 칼싸움 게임 1위는 세키로다. 검이 간지난다. 그 대신 프롬소프트웨어 근본 소울류라 난이도가 매우 어려움
  54. GustaCNXFL
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    Muito Bom um ótimo jogo pra se jogar gráficos e jotabilidade muito boms recomendo
  55. Wolvesblade
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Best game ever! It is very difficult at the beginning but I got by because it is just so addictive and challenged you to made it through every boss. Fantastic masterpiece!
  56. fooba
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    One of the best games of all time. I wish they were more confident with the game and put more resources into making it and marketing it. Game should have been longer as well.
  57. timeandspace
    May 13, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece. Masterpiece. Masterpiece. Masterpiece. Masterpiece. Masterpiece.
  58. S3XU4LH34L1NG
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    This game is amazing. Graphics, story, lore, gameplay. It runs silky smooth. All in all i think its a masterpiece with a pretty high difficulty
  59. Blekota
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. Faster and more dynamic than Dark Souls. Fascinating combat with bosses. Just have finished it after many months. The feeling after defeating Isshin, the Sword Saint - priceless :)
  60. Hozuki
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Sem duvida alguma uma obra de arte, um jogo que te desafia o tempo todo, te dando uma motivação para querer praticar, melhorar e tentar de novo.
    uma verdadeira lição de narrativa e jogabilidade para a industria de jogos atuai, um sistema de aparar completamente novo, que te dá satisfação visual de ver em pratica, algo que chega a beirar o cinematográfico em seus combates.
    Sekiro: Shadows    Sem duvida alguma uma obra de arte, um jogo que te desafia o tempo todo, te dando uma motivação para querer praticar, melhorar e tentar de novo.
    uma verdadeira lição de narrativa e jogabilidade para a industria de jogos atuai, um sistema de aparar completamente novo, que te dá satisfação visual de ver em pratica, algo que chega a beirar o cinematográfico em seus combates.
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice é um dos poucos jogos em que tive vontade de fazer 100% de tudo o que tem a oferecer, o jogo conta com seu audio original em japones, e a atuação e relação dos personagens é incrivelmente detalhada, retratando um Japão em período de guerra, onde as pessoas quase não possuem mais emoções ou esperanças, e você sendo o Lobo de um braço só, precisa fazer o que lhe foi confiado a fazer, proteger seu mestre a todo custo, seguindo sua honra como um shinobi e se guiando por sangue com um poder desconhecido.
    Parabéns From Software.    … Expand
  61. ADEGaming
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    What a beautiful game! It's so difficult at first but all you need is some patience and resilience if you want to beat the game. Moreover, Mouse and keyboard make this game sufficiently harder rather than the controller counterpart. Once you learn how to deflect at the perfect moment and learn the enemy's weaknesses -- everything will be much easier.
  62. zxcgaming
    Oct 1, 2020
    10
    Despite winning GOTY on 2019, this is one of From Soft's underrated game due to the fact that it is overshadowed by Bloodborne and Dark Souls 1. It is unfair to compare this game to BB and DS because it is a diff. game, it is not a rpg game like the 2. Sekiro is unique from From soft's last titles and delivers a different experience. This masterpiece comes once in a life time, the smoothDespite winning GOTY on 2019, this is one of From Soft's underrated game due to the fact that it is overshadowed by Bloodborne and Dark Souls 1. It is unfair to compare this game to BB and DS because it is a diff. game, it is not a rpg game like the 2. Sekiro is unique from From soft's last titles and delivers a different experience. This masterpiece comes once in a life time, the smooth yet brutal combat, the traditional from soft amazing level design and the amazing characters in the game, are truly a master's craft.… Expand
  63. GRSteffen
    Oct 6, 2020
    10
    Sekiro is a great adaptation of the slow and boring combat in Dark Souls.
    You are forced to play aggressively and blocking isn't the best way to defend yourself. You better try to dodge and counter-attack or deflect it (there is no parry like in Dark Souls).
    Once you get the hang of it, you simply don't want to change back to Dark Souls, it least I couldn't. But to compare DS and    Sekiro is a great adaptation of the slow and boring combat in Dark Souls.
    You are forced to play aggressively and blocking isn't the best way to defend yourself. You better try to dodge and counter-attack or deflect it (there is no parry like in Dark Souls).

    Once you get the hang of it, you simply don't want to change back to Dark Souls, it least I couldn't. But to compare DS and Sekiro is a dumb decision since Sekiro is by all means NOT a DS title. There is no Co-op or multiplayer nor Armor/ weapons to choose from. The game is also not "dark", sometimes the World looks actually pretty nice and colorful.

    Some Boss designs are like boring normal Samurai (they still punch hard), but sometimes they have a Souls-like design (Hugh and scary/non-human). But still, each Boss has a unique move-set which you have to adapt to.
    You don't need any prosthetic tool to defeat a boss, unlike stated in other posts. I actually missed "the most important ones" in my first playthrough (like the firecrackers).

    Even though the combat might frustrate you first, keep playing. You will get better over time, especially if you have played DS recently (Sekiro uses different buttons for E.g. healing). If after like 5 hours you still don't like the game, stop playing for a few months. I got the hang of it in my third try.

    All in all, I really started to love the game in my third try, especially the combat-system. It is now my favorite game, even though I really disliked it at first. You should definitely buy it, especially if you find it on sale (there is a patch coming at the end of October 2020, maybe they will also start a sale).

    Here are some statements from other posts:

    -Input lag on Pc: I could not feel any input lag

    -Strange Hitboxes: Sometimes yes, but it is common if you doge a sweep attack or try to jump over a thrust attack. So it should only appear if you do something wrong.

    -You can die in 1 or 2 hits from a Boss: Yes, this can happen. Especially in new game+.

    -You lose 50% of your exp and money with no means of getting it back: You only lose exp between your skill points. You can buy coin purses. They cost 10% more, but they will not disappear.

    -60 fps cap: Yes, but you can install mods (nexus-mods with Vortx) to get rid of it. That way you can also install custom shaders

    -Poorly explained mechanics and system: Right, some tips are only on the loading screen or hidden in the item description or are completely missing.    … Expand
  64. zoodle
    Feb 1, 2021
    10
    It's just divine, when I first entered this game, I thought that I could pass this game as well as Dark Souls, but when I entered, I was disappointed, because I was just torn, I sat on the initial warlord(second) for an hour, while knocking down the first phase from above, I reached the giant in the pads and threw. I started to pass the second time, reached Genichiro, passed it, I thinkIt's just divine, when I first entered this game, I thought that I could pass this game as well as Dark Souls, but when I entered, I was disappointed, because I was just torn, I sat on the initial warlord(second) for an hour, while knocking down the first phase from above, I reached the giant in the pads and threw. I started to pass the second time, reached Genichiro, passed it, I think finally I killed him and the last phase begins, I just deleted the game. Now I went for the third time and started again and lo and behold, I began to like it, and I really like it. All who whine that it is impassable you just need to adapt and study the enemy's attacks. I write a review right after the murder of Isshin Asin, this was the best boss fight in my entire life, I even somehow remained with 5 flasks of medicine. XD The plot is similar in structure to dark souls, the same unfriendliness, a small narrative of the plot and understanding it through objects. But the most interesting thing is that even a chip with constant rebirths and repetitions of the world. Just great!… Expand
  65. ltravis005
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    A privilege to play! Easily one of the best gaming experiences ever! . It's Dark souls perfected, without any of its flaws, in a more immersive, fantastic 16th century setting. Clunky RPG & stat mechanics have been scrapped without losing character customizations through prosthetic enhancements and multiple schools of skill types. It's difficult but fair. It respects your intelligence &A privilege to play! Easily one of the best gaming experiences ever! . It's Dark souls perfected, without any of its flaws, in a more immersive, fantastic 16th century setting. Clunky RPG & stat mechanics have been scrapped without losing character customizations through prosthetic enhancements and multiple schools of skill types. It's difficult but fair. It respects your intelligence & ability to figure things out for yourself. This game is brilliant is so many ways, you are hurting yourself by not buying it now & giving it a chance.… Expand
  66. Akaza
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    Just perfect, the musics, the environment, the story, everything is perfect.
  67. thomas_9797
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    in challenging gameplay, anyone who has the patience to learn how to fight and finish it will realize why it is game of the year 2019. it is not unfairly difficult as some people acclaim it simply invites you to plan a strategy instead of running towards all enemies as if you are indestructible.
  68. matee75
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    Fromsoftware's created another masterpiece, deserved the goty of 2019. It has souls feeling, but the combat system is very different, but it's great too. The world level design is beautiful, the bosses and enemies are well-made. It was very challenging, but after learning the rythmn not imposibble to get over the obstacle. The soundtracks were cool. 30 Hours of gameplay well-spent for me.
  69. ylek17
    Jul 18, 2021
    10
    Its a Fromsoft game, and it is the game of the year 2019, i like the outstanding combat system.
  70. n64fog
    Jan 25, 2021
    10
    Visceral swordplay that feels chunky and satisfyingly deep. Movement is so fluid and responsive that it has spoiled other games for me a little. Poetic item descriptions, detailed and dynamic environments, and an extraordinarily beautiful art style complement the gameplay so well, forming part of the reward of progressing through the game. The story is engaging, dialogue isVisceral swordplay that feels chunky and satisfyingly deep. Movement is so fluid and responsive that it has spoiled other games for me a little. Poetic item descriptions, detailed and dynamic environments, and an extraordinarily beautiful art style complement the gameplay so well, forming part of the reward of progressing through the game. The story is engaging, dialogue is well-written, and voice acting is excellent - I played with Japanese audio and would recommend it. Boss and level design are outstanding. SEKIRO is very challenging at times but, faced with determination, it is enormous fun. My heart was pounding every time I came close to beating, and eventually did beat, a difficult boss. I'm looking forward to my next playthrough already.

    My choice for best game of the 2010s.    … Expand
  71. theobill1
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    the game is so beautiful that you would play it again after finishing even if it is hard because of the gameplay mechanics it's better than dark souls imo and this is coming from a soulsborne fan
  72. kironoK
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    This is the only RPG game that fighting is a part of the world in the game, and the only game that player really use a weapon to fight.
    It is hard for sure, and that is it for the character sekiro. Not like other game, you save the world but actually the fighting is so easy. You only need to spell a magic or use a magic weapon to kill the target.
    But for sekiro, every fight is done    This is the only RPG game that fighting is a part of the world in the game, and the only game that player really use a weapon to fight.
    It is hard for sure, and that is it for the character sekiro. Not like other game, you save the world but actually the fighting is so easy. You only need to spell a magic or use a magic weapon to kill the target.
    But for sekiro, every fight is done usinga single sword! You defeat an enemy because you are strong enough, not because you got some premium weapon or you just got a high level. It is you defeat the enemy, you feel the same thing sekiro feels! That is a true RPG.    … Expand
  73. DavideB515
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece, truly a unique experience, despite being build on familiar elements.
  74. da_one23
    May 8, 2023
    10
    i like the part when dan buys the game after me and proceeds to become a god at it before i even beat it and then beat me in every race we do
  75. yahya0
    Jan 1, 2021
    10
    لعبة صعبة لكنها جميلة حتى في مواجهة الزعماء بتكون مستمتع رغم أنك متت اكثر من الف مرة بس تظلك مستمتع في المواجهة وتولد الإرادة بالمحاولة أصوات السيوف جدا حلوة العالم واسع و جميل والمكافات على الإستكشاف مرضية وتصميم الزعماء مبهرة والموسيقا ممتازة
    بس سلبياتها ان جرفكها عادي وبغض مشاكل في الكميرا وما انصح فيها للي ما بحبوا التحدي    لعبة صعبة لكنها جميلة حتى في مواجهة الزعماء بتكون مستمتع رغم أنك متت اكثر من الف مرة بس تظلك مستمتع في المواجهة وتولد الإرادة بالمحاولة أصوات السيوف جدا حلوة العالم واسع و جميل والمكافات على الإستكشاف مرضية وتصميم الزعماء مبهرة والموسيقا ممتازة
    بس سلبياتها ان جرفكها عادي وبغض مشاكل في الكميرا وما انصح فيها للي ما بحبوا التحدي
  76. kingkaifist
    Jan 29, 2021
    10
    best combat in gaming history for sure. deflecting is so satisfying. story is not that interesting but the world is.
  77. Girjo
    Jan 30, 2021
    10
    El mejor juego de la historia, el vinculo y desarollo del juego es increible, eso si preparate para una de las experiencias mas dificiles de tu vida, eso si despues te sentiras como un autentico shinobi y aprenderas a tomarte las cosas con mas paciencia
  78. uniborthal
    Feb 8, 2021
    10
    I gave up, for now. It's so annoying that other users rate so many games 10, because it dilutes the potency of my own 10, which I've come specifically here to award to my all time favourite games.

    I will remember Sekiro forever.
  79. luisibaneziii
    Feb 8, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great level design, the music and characters are outstanding. Multiple endings is a good addition to the game. I played the games numerous times in NG+ and it's really addictive.… Expand
  80. chiefofbricks
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is by far the hardest Fromsoftware game yet. So much so I even disliked the game for nearly 6 months before I enjoyed it. Once I took the time and learned how to play its unique style it made me truly feel achieved by overcoming its massive difficulty.
  81. Asandberg
    Feb 28, 2021
    10
    This is an amazing game and it made Dark Souls 3 feel boring to me. Beautiful graphics, best combat i've ever seen in a game and the difficulty makes it a great challenge.
  82. Dunpow25
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    What a masterpiece. Sekiro is excellent. From its combat, world and story this is Miyazaki magnum opus.
  83. Faknord90
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is amazing. Probably the best third person action game I've played. I loved the story and world as well.
  84. Fatbastard19
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    "Git Gud" - These words have never rang truer.
    As a long time soulsbourne veteran I will begin by saying that Sekiro is one of the most difficult, if not the most difficult, of the genre. It is also one of the best.
  85. MundM
    Apr 19, 2021
    10
    From Software managed to make yet another master piece!
    With a unique fresh combat system, that feels similar to Dark Souls and Bloodborne, yet, completely different so that you can't rely on your former muscle memory.
    This time, combat evolves around parrying your enemies attack to break their posture. The game manages to make you feel truly satisfied when over coming a mini or true    From Software managed to make yet another master piece!
    With a unique fresh combat system, that feels similar to Dark Souls and Bloodborne, yet, completely different so that you can't rely on your former muscle memory.

    This time, combat evolves around parrying your enemies attack to break their posture. The game manages to make you feel truly satisfied when over coming a mini or true boss because you've mastered his move sets and timings.

    The game feels too hard at times, especially towards the end, but that's only because no other game you've played before requires this kind of input. I needed 4 hours, including grinding for more attack power, until I finally beat the last boss for the first time. Now I kill him almost always on my first attempt. The game offers you subtle ways to make the game harder, in one way with an item that makes enemies hit harder, while also giving more reward, and another way is an item which, when giving away, makes your blocks (or not perfect parries), deal a little damage to you (this one is only unlocked after beating the game once and carries over even to a new save file, I guess so new players won't accidentally make the game harder than it already is).

    The game could use a bit more polish with some mechanics, like the special abilities and your secondary weapons, for they don't feel all useful and you might only use 2-3 of the available options (there are plenty of skills and secondary weapons, you might stick to a certain set for your play style the whole game through).

    Nothing negatively mentioned would be worth reducing the points for the whole game is such a great experience that nothing else could compare to it. So far, there's only one game only announced where you play a humanoid monkey, that has the looks as if it will play like Sekiro, so Sekiro holds a candle of being yet another unique master piece from the Dark Souls makers.    … Expand
  86. 1Andonly
    Apr 22, 2021
    10
    Amazing game play, lore and overrall difficulty - it's quite fair TBH, This gem has to be experienced and talked more about. Absolutely recommend if you like a bit of a learning curve and a super rewarding Git gud-feeling.
  87. Bushido95
    Sep 27, 2021
    10
    Я всегда стремлюсь к объективности, но в случае с Sekiro я буквально с трейлеров и скриншотов влюбился в неё и даже после того как 4 раза прошел её моё мнение о ней не изменилось.
    И само собой для игровой индустрии для всех нас она не принесла ничего невероятного, чтоб дать игре 10 баллов, но исключительно для меня она осталась в сердце навсегда.    Я всегда стремлюсь к объективности, но в случае с Sekiro я буквально с трейлеров и скриншотов влюбился в неё и даже после того как 4 раза прошел её моё мнение о ней не изменилось.
    И само собой для игровой индустрии для всех нас она не принесла ничего невероятного, чтоб дать игре 10 баллов, но исключительно для меня она осталась в сердце навсегда.
  88. Avocado17
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Amazing game. Contrary to popular belief you in fact die way more than twice.
  89. Sara988
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Don't go in expecting a Soulsborne game.
    You don't get to customize your character.
    You don't get to just use any weapon.

    That doesn't mean it is bad. In fact, I think it's a brilliant move. FromSoft has set a narrative with this that makes for a -real- story to be told with the player, rather than AT the player like in other FromSoft titles.
  90. Ardiffaz22
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Clashing of swords at its finest.
    It was a bit overwhelming in the very beginning for me (and I've never played a Souls game before) but after some time I got used to the flow. And when you get the rhythm, it becomes the dance.
    Fast-pacing engaging combat which requires your concentration and punishes you for your every mistake. It plays fair and teaches you to fight perfectly and if    Clashing of swords at its finest.
    It was a bit overwhelming in the very beginning for me (and I've never played a Souls game before) but after some time I got used to the flow. And when you get the rhythm, it becomes the dance.

    Fast-pacing engaging combat which requires your concentration and punishes you for your every mistake. It plays fair and teaches you to fight perfectly and if you learn your lesson it will be the most satisfying combat ever. Very fluid animations and clashing sounds which become the music. But katana is not your only weapon, you can use tons of tools fit into the prosthetic arm, both offensive and defensive. Or you can ignore them completely and only use your sword. It doesn't have the variety of customization like in an RPG, but what it has, it is made perfect.

    Yes, it's hard, it requires you to 'git gud', and you will die a lot and suffer. I had so much rage during some of the fights, yet I have never even considered a rage quit. The learning curve of the difficulty is quite balanced: once you start to feel comfy, it gives you another challenge. So you'll never get bored, even after beating the game: you can go for additional NG+ playthroughs and make the game harder (yes, harder). Just give up Kuro's charm and ring the demon bell ;D

    But besides the combat, this game has some more to offer. The stunning visuals of mountainous Japan, filled with gorgeous castles and temples, detailed armor of human warriors and fascinating creatures, which, as I suspect, are inspired by Japanese mythology. The game on the whole feels very Japanese, but it doesn't require you to know almost anything about their culture beforehand. The story is clear and quite linear, yet you can have 4 different endings. There are not so many characters, but each one of them has a story to tell. Plus some pieces of lore can be found in item descriptions and environment. If you pay attention the lore becomes more deep and complex.

    Easily one of the best (or even the best) game I've ever played. Well done, FromSoftware.    … Expand
  91. Berzerk50
    May 14, 2021
    10
    It's one of those games that can get frustrating to the point where you just wanna quit and play something else. But when your adrenaline kicks in and you finally defeat the boss, It gives you very satisfying feeling executing that feels like crack.
  92. Zombiecat47
    May 14, 2021
    10
    In an era where full-priced games are filled to the brim with microtransactions, locked out content, or boring open worlds with equally boring cut-and-paste content, occasionally a gem like SEKIRO™: SHADOWS DIE TWICE comes along and reminds us why we play games in the first place.
  93. 24Kamspy
    May 14, 2021
    10
    I'd like to get this out there for people like me.

    I LOVE the Dark Souls series, but I was never any good with the parry. Straight sword and shield tank. Never even tried a parry outside of the Undead Burg I was so bad. Bloodborne wasn't even an option for me (could have been the 22fps). So I finally picked up Sekiro expecting to get demolished, but figured I'd finally try it out. I    I'd like to get this out there for people like me.

    I LOVE the Dark Souls series, but I was never any good with the parry. Straight sword and shield tank. Never even tried a parry outside of the Undead Burg I was so bad. Bloodborne wasn't even an option for me (could have been the 22fps).

    So I finally picked up Sekiro expecting to get demolished, but figured I'd finally try it out. I put it off for so long because I was told it's all about the parry, and I was terrible at Dark Souls parry.

    But guess what? It's waaay easier. Just the game as a whole. Not in a "too easy" way. It's still Dark Souls hard, but the parry system is much more forgiving and I'm actually pretty good at it.

    The moral of this long post is; if you sucked at the parry in Dark Souls and are staying away from Sekiro because of it. Don't. It's awesome, and is completely different.    … Expand
  94. Mirukahia0207
    May 14, 2021
    10
    PROS:
    - Story / Samurai / Shinobi folclore
    - Stealth is not boring
    - Better dynamic combat than other Souls
    - Fast , agressive combat
    - Bosses
    - Enviroment / Landscapes / Map transitions
    - Weapons / Sub-weapons / skills
    - Combos
    - Deflection / Parry system that works and feels damn good
    - Choices matter

    CONS:
    - The Headless
    - The headless
    - The headless
    - The headless
  95. DrStrangelove1
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Don't buy it. It's so good that it has ruined other games for me. Now, any other game feels like garbage in comparison.
  96. Chulepa7
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Understandable story, really good gameplay, actually interesting characters, no ***king spooky giant skeletons in pitch-dark caves. Solid 10/10, hoping for a sequel some day.
  97. Evisicrator13
    May 14, 2021
    10
    After finally beating Sekiro I only feel one emotion, satisfaction. Satisfaction that I pushed through the odds and got "gud." This game isn't like a Souls game, in fact its nothing like it. If people say Dark Souls is hard, then Sekiro is unbeatable. After beating Sekiro it really put into perspective how "easy" the souls games are. People take for granted how many tools and assist's youAfter finally beating Sekiro I only feel one emotion, satisfaction. Satisfaction that I pushed through the odds and got "gud." This game isn't like a Souls game, in fact its nothing like it. If people say Dark Souls is hard, then Sekiro is unbeatable. After beating Sekiro it really put into perspective how "easy" the souls games are. People take for granted how many tools and assist's you get throughout the souls games, magic for being able to cheese bosses, buffs to speed up kills, leveling stats to close the gap, summoning help from other players. All of these tools to help you beat any obstacle thrown at you and people still call those games hard, I was one of them, but after beating Sekiro that has all changed.

    Sekiro rips away all of those tools to help you succeed and leaves you with only one thing, raw skill. The only way to beat Sekiro is to familiarize yourself with the mechanics and master them. No summons to help you fight the boss, no magic to cheese from far away, just your raw skill and determination. This game will push you to the limit, it will break you over and over again until you either push past your limits, or crumble from defeat. This game will make you relearn all over again how to play, in all honesty you'd be better off playing this game before any other souls games.

    If you're like me and so many others that have put hundreds of hours into the souls series then you will have an especially hard time with this game. All of those hours perfecting the mechanics and getting in the play-style of playing defensively, staying back and waiting will completely and utterly ruin you with this game. This game will force you to forget all of your previous knowledge and relearn everything. If you don't master the art of deflecting, counterattacking, and taking advantage of enemies you will not be able to finish this game. But once you do master those arts, oh my lord is it satisfying. Finally hitting that moment where you perfectly deflect a bosses entire chain and get the deathblow is one of the most satisfying things I have ever done in a video game. Getting to that point where you completely and utterly destroy a boss with perfect deflects and counterattacks will never cease to make me feel like a badass. This game is a master of making you feel like you are truly good at it, as well as making you feel like you are truly god awful at it. It will test your will, and if you pass, will make you feel like you can take on anything.

    It's hard, but try to not go into this game thinking its going to be another Dark Souls experience, because you will be sorely mistaken and frustrated. This is not Dark Souls, this is Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and if you don't come to terms with that then you will not enjoy this game. Great game over all though, and the combat is really satisfying, performance is good but not great, try it if you like being actually challenged and tested with all of your skill.    … Expand
  98. Despresso9
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is the type of game that pushes you to your limits, you hate it, but then you realize you've been falling in love with it. It's one of the greatest experiences gaming has to offer, overcoming the impossible, not because of an XP system or leveling up, but because you grew up as a shinobi, your skills got better, you started getting the hang of the game, you became the shinobi.

    +    Sekiro is the type of game that pushes you to your limits, you hate it, but then you realize you've been falling in love with it. It's one of the greatest experiences gaming has to offer, overcoming the impossible, not because of an XP system or leveling up, but because you grew up as a shinobi, your skills got better, you started getting the hang of the game, you became the shinobi.

    + Awesome OST
    + Top tier gameplay
    + Shinobi boy
    + Difficult
    + Japanese lore, and setting, LOVE IT!
    + Long, but not long enough to fill the void that IT will create :(

    - The monk is using hax I swear
    - You won't find a game quite like it, so the hollow feeling will last. Forever.
    - not long enough to fill the void of finishing it :(

    10/10 a Masterpiece    … Expand
  99. Dolinks
    Nov 23, 2021
    10
    The BOSSES are so delicious! Game its self is soooo good, so basic but so hard, im dying bro, this game is so good! My favorite fromsoft game
  100. Equalizenear98
    May 17, 2021
    10
    10/10. if you are a hardcore dark souls fan you are going to love it. Amazing combat.
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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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