Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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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.
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#69 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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Metascore
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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