Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3214 Ratings

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  1. Kargie3
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Gameplay wise, the game is excellent. The story is well told, and the lore surrounding the world already takes my interest. The world looks like feudal japan, a dark, gritty world. Full of blood, war and creatures you wouldn't expect. But in all its gritty, dark world building. In all of this, there are wonderful locations to be found. Secrets to discover.
  2. NeoSoper10
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Sekiro certainly is a great game I enjoyed a lot. I can wholeheartedly recommend this game to anyone who is in search of a challenge, enjoys a Japanese setting or tight gameplay.
    I hope I was able to help you with this review.
  3. Seriynyy82
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Бой Секиро плавный и динамичный, но все же имеет за собой вес, что приятно. В центре внимания "Поза" и "Смертельные удары". У каждого врага есть шкала осанки, которая заполняется, когда вы успешно парируете или ударяете по нему. Когда он заполнится, вы можете нанести им смертельный удар. Освоение этого позволяет вам без проблем проходить через игру, что приносит невероятное удовлетворениеБой Секиро плавный и динамичный, но все же имеет за собой вес, что приятно. В центре внимания "Поза" и "Смертельные удары". У каждого врага есть шкала осанки, которая заполняется, когда вы успешно парируете или ударяете по нему. Когда он заполнится, вы можете нанести им смертельный удар. Освоение этого позволяет вам без проблем проходить через игру, что приносит невероятное удовлетворение и вознаграждает.
    Еще одна механика - это воскрешение, которое вы можете активировать после смерти, чтобы сразу вернуться в бой. Вы можете активировать его один раз, в следующий раз, когда вы умрете, вы навсегда умрете и возродитесь у Идола скульптора. Эти вещи поощряют и поощряют агрессивный стиль игры, который будет держать вас в напряжении.    … Expand
  4. Buttcheese595
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    By far the best and most complex combat in the series. The exclusion of all but one weapon choice allows for a lot of combat mechanics to revolve around that weapon. Setting is much less grand than the previous games, but still engaging and well crafted. The game is difficult, but all encounters have a trick to beating them.
  5. Nite_Reapr7089
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Will you die? yes. Will you like it when you shove your sword through the boss (mini-boss) that you were stuck on forever, it will be treasured. Until you see it again... ;-; will be glad to go through the game again and get every achievement again.
  6. Bullo897
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Very Good Vidiya game not too difficult except for that facking ape boss which was annoying.
  7. UGALisMyStyle34
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    There is nothing I can say here, it has been proven the best action game ever. Very Hard but really nice game and challenging.
  8. Negabyte8
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    This is my first time completing a From Software game and it is perfect. I'm on my 3rd play through and have been enjoying every moment of it.
  9. Reese1357
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    The combat is so thrilling, intense, dynamic, tactical, satisfying and fluid that I find myself coming back to this game even after having beaten it 4 times 1 year ago and still enjoying it like the first time I played it.
  10. Reiner204
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Every souls game have dodge and hit gameplay style you should play like that generally for finish the game but in this game deflect more important from physical dodge you can almost finish the game with only deflect acutally Sekiro isnt harder than other souls games there are just new mechanics and permanent katana.
  11. Jamie2683
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    After doing the game 100% and unlocking every single achievement, i feel like i can finally make a review of it.

    I will list my pros and cons and then make a small comentary about it: Pros: + Game is very polished, and i did not feel like i was getting BS killed as it happened sometimes with the Dark Souls games. + Combat is more dynamic than any of the Dark Souls, and also more    After doing the game 100% and unlocking every single achievement, i feel like i can finally make a review of it.

    I will list my pros and cons and then make a small comentary about it:

    Pros:
    + Game is very polished, and i did not feel like i was getting BS killed as it happened sometimes with the Dark Souls games.
    + Combat is more dynamic than any of the Dark Souls, and also more than bloodborne.
    + It has a story you can follow without reading 400 item descriptions.
    + "Bonfires" at bosses door makes it far more entertaining, as it allows you to fight them full HP and items, so you can play more agro, and it's also a LOT less infuriating when you die.
    + Graphics are really beautiful. I wish i had a monitor over 1080p to play this.
    + Defeating some bosses for the first time feels like a real achievement, not crappy "ez mechanics" like Storm Ruler on DS3.
    + Customizable controls!
    +Had way less "♥♥♥♥ it im leaving it here" with this game than with any other fromsoftware title.

    Cons:
    - Once you get the parry system, it's more of a walk than anything else to be honest.Combining NG+ and NG++ i only died to bosses 3 times, doing the two longest endings, and one of them was because i ran out of battery on my controller.
    - It only took me 42 hours to unlock every single achievement and complete 4 runs (from ng to ng+++).
    - Although you have a lot of prosthetic tools and upgrades, and habilities at your disposal, if you learn to parry almost every single one of them is rendered useless.    … Expand
  12. Emmapoopston2
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Well, you actually die more than twice. Fake news, therefore Bad game. 0/10 -IGN
  13. Ronjonf47162
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Now my second favourite FromSoft Game right after Ds3, its a beautiful game and the combat feels great and is really fun to learn but also hard to really master.. I absolutely adore this game, its a beautiful game. As a finishing remark though: I hear a lot of people are calling this much harder than Dark Souls, however I myself think its much easier if you understand the combat systemNow my second favourite FromSoft Game right after Ds3, its a beautiful game and the combat feels great and is really fun to learn but also hard to really master.. I absolutely adore this game, its a beautiful game. As a finishing remark though: I hear a lot of people are calling this much harder than Dark Souls, however I myself think its much easier if you understand the combat system which is very self explanatory, the only boss I took more than 10 tries for was the lvery last one. This isnt to say the game isnt hard! Its still VERY difficult but not anything worse than Pontiff from Ds3 if you can compare...… Expand
  14. Jahuui6148
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Having played all dark souls games as well as Bloodborne I thought I was well prepared for Sekiro. I soon realized i was not. A lot of the mechanics seem similar yet so different. The combat system is stunning. As I never used shields in any souls game, always just grabbing the biggest weapon I could get my hands on I had a hard time getting used to deflecting. Majority of combat isHaving played all dark souls games as well as Bloodborne I thought I was well prepared for Sekiro. I soon realized i was not. A lot of the mechanics seem similar yet so different. The combat system is stunning. As I never used shields in any souls game, always just grabbing the biggest weapon I could get my hands on I had a hard time getting used to deflecting. Majority of combat is deflecting attacks and boy it is satisfying to get a streak of perfect deflects. Most boss fights are so incredible that I did not mind at all getting my ass smacked over and over. Especially Owl (father), I died to him at least a dozen times yet I enjoyed every single fight. Most bosses have unique movesets and are very challenging yet beatable.

    Story is very engaging and despite wanting to go for the Shura ending I chose the Purification mostly because of the want to be the "good guy". Character dialogues hide a lot of secrets and similarly as in other FromSoft games most of the story is hidden. Most characters, including mini-bosses, have an interesting backstory worth exploring through eavesdrops, item collection and easter eggs.

    Death is arguably more punishing than in souls. Upon death Sekiro loses half his Sen (money) and a lot of experience. Neither is anyhow possible to regain other than gaining new. The skill system is very intricate however I found only a select few of the skills to be useful. On the other hand the prosthetic tool upgrades were one of my favourite features, however difficult it is to fully upgrade all of the tools.The best part about Sekiro are the bosses. Never being a fan of big bosses I was very sceptical of the Guardian Ape. I was pleasantly surprised how well done the boss is and I enjoyed it as much as all the swordfights, which are absolutely spectacular. The only bossfights I did not like were the Divine Dragon and The Folding Monkeys. Other that those two, all bosses are a masterpiece.    … Expand
  15. Boian8222
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    My friend told me that this game was easier than Dark Souls so I decided to play it. It was a huge challenge for me to adapt to it's settings but after some time it payed off in the end game.
    Game is beautiful looking, quick paced combat and has some interesting story + lots of Japan mythology references. I recommend it from the bottom of my hearth.
  16. Orijida7
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Probably the most refined combat system in any game. You'll struggle early on, but when the combat finally clicks you'll enjoy the hell out of it.
  17. Oonlink18
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best games i have ever played. It just takes a lot of patience and practice to get good at it, but its definitely worth it. Get this game if you are ready to spend a good amount of time on it.
  18. Ladden466
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is a game for players that want a real challenge.Probably one of the greatest and most challenging games i have ever played. The enemies and the boss fights are amazing. Even though i died a lot on the bosses, i didn't really mind it, because the gameplay was so much fun. The feeling you get when you make progress on a hard boss is amazing. If you have not played the game yet, youSekiro is a game for players that want a real challenge.Probably one of the greatest and most challenging games i have ever played. The enemies and the boss fights are amazing. Even though i died a lot on the bosses, i didn't really mind it, because the gameplay was so much fun. The feeling you get when you make progress on a hard boss is amazing. If you have not played the game yet, you should consider it :) For the ones who are hard stuck on a boss, just keep on playing, the pay off is huge. ;)… Expand
  19. PsychoSocialD69
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Overall, Sekiro is an amazing game and is truly a master piece at its core you just need patience and determination to overcome all the challenges it puts in your way. This game is a 10/10 no question about it.
  20. Blomiss788
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Great game for From Software noobs like me, very interesting enemies and combat with just the right difficulty slope :) Definitely worth the money.
  21. Jenkem9999
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Really love this one!
    Sekiro is far away from other souls-like games and doesn't try to be one of them.
    Actually, there's no need to. Just plain and simple as it is.
    The gameplay perfectly fits the storyline and visuals.
    If you're one of those that like watching more than anything, I'm sure you'll like this game as well!
  22. Gjzwt9f
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    This game looks beautiful, plays amazingly well, and has a really cool story and setting. But be warned, I have played all the Dark Souls games, and did not have too much trouble getting through and beating all the bosses. Even all the side bosses and DLC. But Sekrio is so much harder than any Souls game i've played i was genuinely surprised. This game is so hard, it will bring out a fieryThis game looks beautiful, plays amazingly well, and has a really cool story and setting. But be warned, I have played all the Dark Souls games, and did not have too much trouble getting through and beating all the bosses. Even all the side bosses and DLC. But Sekrio is so much harder than any Souls game i've played i was genuinely surprised. This game is so hard, it will bring out a fiery rage in even the calmest gamer amongst us. It will require you to take a considerable amount of time learning the complex move set and controls.… Expand
  23. Lizardfingerz10
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    If you like Dark Souls, once it clicks, you'll love it more than Dark Souls.
  24. Sigmamale4
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    In order to see the beauty of the game you have to fight for it and earn it. If you have this attitude then this is the game for you. As I expected, the graphics are gorgeous, the music is amazing, the story is brilliant, and the play style is fantastic! On top of that it's challenging but rewarding!
  25. Meinham33
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    Never has a game stretch my cornhole this large. Soo good. Absolutely amazing.
  26. N1ght44
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    Anyway, this is a great game from the devs of the SoulsBorne series, the combat is satisfying and the difficulty isn't too bad, if you learn how the game works and how the fights should play out. I highly recommend checking this game out if you're a fan of the 'Soulslike' genre, although it all comes down to personal preference.
  27. Tikus190
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    Very fun game.....makes you smile all the time and laugh a lot till you have tears in your eyes. I'm very close to completing the game now. Ooh the joy of fighting bosses and those cute mini bosses. If you find a giant bell, just RING IT!!!! Yes I love this game a lot. Totally recommended!!!
  28. Jepsen98
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    One of my favorite Fromsoft games, VERY close to bloodborne and dks1 in the run for my favorite
    they raised the already sky-high bar for combat and level design the game also manages to be harder than the souls games while not feeling unfair (to me, at least) at any point.
  29. Naty8l
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    One of the best games i have played in the last couple of years!!! Really fun stuff.
  30. Coomerboy2611
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    The swords go clank. blood goes splash. boss goes down. penis goes hard. 10/10
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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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