Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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  1. AbdNuhr93
    Apr 14, 2019
    8
    Sekiro is not what i expected. I expected basically samurai souls, just like nioh was samurai gaiden, but what i found was not that. However, i can also say that i want more of what i did find.

    Sekiros combat-system feels great, its fast-paced and even regular mobs can destroy you if you screw up. You have a rather simple arsenal of techniques to use to defeat the challenge that is    Sekiro is not what i expected. I expected basically samurai souls, just like nioh was samurai gaiden, but what i found was not that. However, i can also say that i want more of what i did find.

    Sekiros combat-system feels great, its fast-paced and even regular mobs can destroy you if you screw up. You have a rather simple arsenal of techniques to use to defeat the challenge that is sent your way, but that also means that your own understanding of those same techniques and how they interact becomes more important than before. Your own play-style sometimes doesnt work with certain encounters and trivializes others, and i personally love that. An example of this is the contrast between two bosses, Lady Butterfly and Genichiro.

    Lady Butterfly is regularly one of the bosses people tend to talk about as very difficult and several people have told me that they stopped playing the game due to not being able to beat her. For me, she was kind of trivial. Dash in, get her timing down and parry, shuriken when she is in the air to knock her down etc. (Lots of similarities between her and the succubus in Nioh actually). I took her down after about an hour of trying.

    Genichiro, however, destroyed me. He is really fast, tends to make distance and punish you for trying to close that distance and then also punish you when you dont. He has a mid-air volley that wrecks your posture and your day. So my way of playing didnt work, and after a few hours i decided to go back to basics; Be aggressive, punish everything, parry when needed and always try to get attacks in whenever there is an opening. After a few tries, he was dead. That, i feel is the key to the game, being able to adapt.

    The prosthetic arm is fun. I still giggle when i run around and spray peasants with fire or parries an attack and appear behind the enemy whispering softly in their ear: "Nothing personal, kid". However, Its sadly easy to forget in combat and most of its tools are seldom useful outside of very specific situations.

    The story is great, even if it feels like it gets interesting far too close to the end. The lore feels like it desperately needs dlc and sequels to be fleshed out. The characters are okay and the world feels interesting.

    So lets discuss the elephant in the room. The design when it comes to difficulty. I think personally that the difficulty is fine, it gives you a false sense of strength sometimes just to slap you out of it, but you always get to struggle to get that feeling back. However, some bosses feel like they dont cater well to the games mechanics, one i particular. This boss is the blazing bull. This boss feels, in my opinion, really out of place. It is cool, and it sure as hell isnt expected when it pops up, but it doesnt make use of the combat mechanics as much as your patience and ability to react to its erratic movement. I didnt find it fun, but i do accept that not everything can be perfect. Bloodborne had the amygdala, DS3 had the ancient wyvern and Sekiro has the blazing bull, thats fine but i do feel like it could have been better on that point.

    And god damn it, Miyazaki. Please, just give us more weapons, the ability to modify the katana and change our outfits. Please. The weakest point in this game is quite literally the lack of customization, but given a sequel, im sure it will be improved just like dark souls was a large improvment on demon souls.

    To summarize, Do i recommend this game?
    Yes. Hell yes, i do. At least if you dont expect dark souls 4 out of this, cuz youre not gonna get that. However, it is a fun challenge, the world is interesting and the combat is in my opinion the next best one yet, only falling slightly behind bloodborne. This game feels like an attempted trip into unfamilliar waters and it does well, but a sequel is needed to really see what From software can actually do with this setting and these new mechanics. I personally cant wait for an expansion or a sequel.    … Expand
  2. Tanabe
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    The game is good, beautiful graphics, common story and interesting gameplay. The biggest point of this game is precisely the gameplay, which makes it unique. I think it's harder than dark souls! I suffered a lot with the mini bosses
  3. luisflopez
    Aug 12, 2020
    10
    I'm not sure if calling Sekiro an evolution of the Souls series is appropiate, because while it is obviously based on the same core formula, it also takes that formula into a different direction. Sekiro is more of an action game and less of an RPG. Fortunately, almost all of the positive aspects of the Souls games are present or even enhanced in Sekiro (except for multiplayer).

    I think    I'm not sure if calling Sekiro an evolution of the Souls series is appropiate, because while it is obviously based on the same core formula, it also takes that formula into a different direction. Sekiro is more of an action game and less of an RPG. Fortunately, almost all of the positive aspects of the Souls games are present or even enhanced in Sekiro (except for multiplayer).

    I think the best thing about Sekiro is how it does away with most of the filler and artificial dificulty of the Souls games. Sekiro is infinitely more agile than previous Souls characters. The addition of the grappling hook makes traversal a lot more entertaining and fast, and there's also stealth, which was made deliberately OP and very forgiving. If you feel stuck in any area of the game, you can just run past everything in a flash. This also makes the game very fun to replay.

    At the core of the experience lies the combat, which is similar but at the same time very different from that of Souls games. I think it is safe to say that this is the most engaging and refined combat system From Software has ever made, with a big emphasis on good timing and getting to know both your own and your enemies' movesets. Sekiro is both the From Software game where bosses can kill you the quickest, but also the only game where you can realistically take down a boss without getting hit once, and that is immensely rewarding. The bosses are absolutely excellent, to the point where I'd like to replay them over and over again, simply to get better at them and have fun.

    The downside of dropping most of the RPG elements is that one of my favorite aspects of Souls games, which is trying out different character builds, is almost entirely gone. In theory, this would make Sekiro the least replayable From Software game in my eyes, yet I see myself wanting to replay Sekiro in the future more than any other Souls game. The diveristy of builds may be gone, but Sekiro makes up with its addicting and engrossing combat system and its fast paced, 'to the point' nature.

    In the art department, this game is as exquisite as you'd come to expect from a modern From Software title. The story is enjoyable and the lore has a good amount of depth, although isn't quite as intrincate and elaborate as the lore of the Dark Souls series or Bloodborne. Visually, this game isn't anything to marvel at, but it does have it's highlights. Finally, the soundtrack is largely forgettable, and a step back from the quality of DS3 and Bloodborne in my opinion.

    In concluison, Sekiro is a terrific game that absolutely lives up to From Software's name. It's is obviously hard, but when you grasp the basics of combat, I'd say the difficulty is on par with that of any Souls game. Combat is intensely satisfying, from the clashing sounds of blades to the variety of moves at your disposal. The only significant donwside to the game is that is reuses areas a lot. For example, you'll be running through the exact same Ashina Castle area three times over the course of the game. But if you like soulslike games, you cannot by any chance miss Sekiro.

    Score: 9.5
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  4. A-Rose
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    This game straight up has my favorite action gameplay in any game period. The combat is so damn satisfying and so damn hard too. Virtually every single boss save for maybe 1 or 2 of them are absolute monsters and require so much trial and error to eventually beat. But when you do, holy smokes does it feel good. The soundtrack is pretty damn solid throughout, with some particular bangersThis game straight up has my favorite action gameplay in any game period. The combat is so damn satisfying and so damn hard too. Virtually every single boss save for maybe 1 or 2 of them are absolute monsters and require so much trial and error to eventually beat. But when you do, holy smokes does it feel good. The soundtrack is pretty damn solid throughout, with some particular bangers along the way. The story is...fine I guess. Its probably the weakest part of Sekiro, but it doesn't really bring the game down in any way. The voice acting is good in literally every single language this game has.
    I should note however that this game very much will not be for everyone, even some Soulsborne veterans I know didn't really care for this game as much as others. That is mostly due to the fact that there is only one way really of fighting in this game. Theres no great swords, daggers, bows, or magic. There is no variety essentially, you'll be slashing, deflecting, jumping and mikiri countering the whole way through to the very end. Now I really like this style of gameplay, but if you were the kind of guy/gal to hit and run in games like dark souls or you perhaps used to rolling through most attacks with ease, this game will take some real getting used to or you may just straight up not enjoy it. If you can adapt to this singular style of gameplay, you should have an extremely difficult but extremely satisfying time with this game. Its a #P4P great!    … Expand
  5. boeph
    Nov 10, 2019
    5
    Лучше всего проходить игру на youtube, если в играх не любите рутину.
  6. 4ever
    Feb 25, 2021
    1
    This game was very promising, but in reality it is terribly boring. Only two interesting bosses with unique gameplay, everything else based on parry + mikiri counter. Can't even call it a souls game, in which you can fight against bosses with your own way. Every battle is the same , you are just learning boss moves and then you are doing parry+mikiri actions. Dont waste you time on thisThis game was very promising, but in reality it is terribly boring. Only two interesting bosses with unique gameplay, everything else based on parry + mikiri counter. Can't even call it a souls game, in which you can fight against bosses with your own way. Every battle is the same , you are just learning boss moves and then you are doing parry+mikiri actions. Dont waste you time on this overhyped ****… Expand
  7. 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 :)
  8. PantsuPillow
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    If you are a fan of Dark Souls , you will probably like this.
    Sekiro has excellent depth and lore , and the combat keeps you entertained for hours.
    The vertical scaling of the world is interesting , and adds a new feel to the traditional Dark Souls recipe.

    Negatives are that some parts do feel slightly drawn out, but that is a minor complaint.
    Overall an excellent experience.
  9. 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!
  10. 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.
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. GustaCNXFL
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    Muito Bom um ótimo jogo pra se jogar gráficos e jotabilidade muito boms recomendo
  15. 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!
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. 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.
  19. 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.
  20. 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
  21. Noo7vi
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    Honestly one of the best games i've ever played in my life. Loved everything about it.
  22. Forkinlads86
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    Every boss requires you to adapt a new strategy. Then, there comes the two final bosses, One requires you to master everything you have learned so far, Isshin the Glock Saint and Demon of Cheese and the other requires you to abandon everything you have learned so far.
  23. Trojan9757
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    The amount of people saying this game is bad because they suck at the game is just hilarious.
  24. Theohyeda
    Aug 26, 2022
    0
    Sucks, never buy this stupid **** game , not worth it, “oh but after you defeat bosses it feels good” go get some **** it’s not worth all the rage, don’t waste your time
  25. Cevlic
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    Amazing game love it so much I have played all the soulsbornes games and so far this is my favorite combat feels good movement feels good this game feels good to play
  26. Allthat
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    FromSoftware have grown into one of those studios whose game releases are big events. And I'm really glad as they are one of the few companies out there devoted to strong singleplayer games and the Soulsbourne games are one of the reasons I got into gaming.

    That being said, Sekiro is a masterpiece. Its a natural evolution on the soulsbourne games and is different in all the right ways.    FromSoftware have grown into one of those studios whose game releases are big events. And I'm really glad as they are one of the few companies out there devoted to strong singleplayer games and the Soulsbourne games are one of the reasons I got into gaming.

    That being said, Sekiro is a masterpiece. Its a natural evolution on the soulsbourne games and is different in all the right ways. I bestow my highest praises on FromSoftware, they are true masters of the art of making videogames, and while I play Sekiro, I eagerly await their next game no matter how long it takes.    … Expand
  27. Bruc3e
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    Great game super amazing Great game super amazing Great game super amazing Great game super amazing Great game super amazing Great game super amazing Great game super **** game super amazing Great game super amazing Great game super amazing Great game super amazing I LOVE THIS GAME !!!
  28. bestreviews2020
    Nov 13, 2020
    2
    Just came here to say, here's my negative review for this awful game............
  29. Aghanim
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    I finished Demon's Souls, Dark Souls 1,2,3, Bloodborne. I liked these games. And I liked Sekiro too. Thanks From Software!
  30. jozzeed
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    They surpassed themselves with this game. This is by far my favorite game from "From Software". The setting is fantastic, the graphics are amazing, the ambiance is sublime. The combat feels very good and is very rewarding if you take the time to learn the mechanics of the game. I don't consider myself a very good gamer and I had no problem with the difficulty. Yes it is hard but that makesThey surpassed themselves with this game. This is by far my favorite game from "From Software". The setting is fantastic, the graphics are amazing, the ambiance is sublime. The combat feels very good and is very rewarding if you take the time to learn the mechanics of the game. I don't consider myself a very good gamer and I had no problem with the difficulty. Yes it is hard but that makes it soo much better when you are able to beat a boss that you worked hard for. I see some reviews saying the game is too hard for human reflexes but I am telling you that they are wrong. The hit boxes are very accurate and the levels design is fantastic. I recommend !… Expand
  31. vassagoraziel
    Aug 25, 2019
    8
    Loving the gameplay and visuals. It's just as hard as the Souls games but this one has a much faster combat and also has good stealth mechanics.
  32. M0rt41
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    Beautiful, revolutionary and amazing another aspirant for game of the generation by FromSoftware.
  33. adrii9715
    Mar 27, 2019
    9
    Sekiro: Shadows die twice is a FromSoftware game, not a Dark Souls game. Despite Sekiro takes some mechanics and style from the Souls series, the game accomplish the turnover that the developers wanted, and for me, in a right direction.
    For the next analysis I'll compare him with other similar games, but I want you to know that it's quite independent from what you have seen.
    Pros: -    Sekiro: Shadows die twice is a FromSoftware game, not a Dark Souls game. Despite Sekiro takes some mechanics and style from the Souls series, the game accomplish the turnover that the developers wanted, and for me, in a right direction.
    For the next analysis I'll compare him with other similar games, but I want you to know that it's quite independent from what you have seen.

    Pros:
    - FromSoftwere are experts on the game design: The feudal japanese ambient; main character; map design and bosses are awesome.
    - High Level of difficulty + good gameplay: Souls saga developed the character mobility through the games, being Dark Souls 3 and specially Bloodborne the quickest games of them; Sekiro developed even more that mobility making the game vertical and adding the stealth. Despite I am a Souls veteran, I think the game has a great difficulty and makes so satisfying to kill a boss.
    - Even though the lore of the Souls series was really deep, in Sekiro we find that the information received is more explicit but no less deep.

    Cons:
    - As I said before, the gameplay is good; but the animations for killing basic enemies are so limited for a 2019 game.
    - I would prefer a deepest character customization: Or weapon variety (with their respective movement sets) or more skills that transform the gameplay to another level.

    In conclusion, Sekiro is a really good new IP with a very high potential of being another historical sagas just like Souls games.    … Expand
  34. Defestok
    Mar 26, 2019
    10
    Sekiro: Shadow Die Twice - это игра, которая заставит вас страдать по настоящему. Это не Dark Souls, забудьте про него. В этой игре вас будут насиловать по настоящему. Не рекомендуется людям со слабой психикой.
  35. Sirwootalot
    Apr 14, 2019
    10
    This is the first time in YEARS that a game's difficulty has made me feel like a pathetic worm, like *I* am unworthy of *it* as opposed to the game being unworthy of my time.

    Remember the first time you played Demon's Souls or DS1, and that feeling of stunned anguish whenever you got your teeth kicked in by an early boss? Remember actually jumping out of your chair from pure joy when    This is the first time in YEARS that a game's difficulty has made me feel like a pathetic worm, like *I* am unworthy of *it* as opposed to the game being unworthy of my time.

    Remember the first time you played Demon's Souls or DS1, and that feeling of stunned anguish whenever you got your teeth kicked in by an early boss? Remember actually jumping out of your chair from pure joy when you FINALLY beat the S.OB.?

    That's how this entire game feels - and I am in heaven.

    In case it's not clear enough, Sekiro isn't just "hard" - it is excruciating. No multiplayer means you have no crutches for ultra-hard bosses; nobody coming to save you. Much like the game's setting in sengoku-era Japan, Cheese just doesn't exist and it will be impossible for you to cheese your way through any boss fight.

    Git Gud Scrub    … Expand
  36. Xandl7
    Dec 16, 2020
    0
    overhyped game
    fights are boring
    just button smashing and you "win"
    not worth
  37. micromiro
    Apr 13, 2019
    8
    Just another souls-like game but this one needs more precision. Parry system is good don't know why people thinks it's bad, it's just different.

    mixed setting 720p 30fps vega 11(stock) 2666mhz ram.
  38. matsuwu
    Mar 8, 2020
    9
    After making three, count them THREE, sequels to a game that should have stayed as one game FromSoftware finally broke free from the shackles and made an original game. After playing Dark Souls 2 and 3 I was completely fed up with FromSoftware's artificial difficulty and the mentality that difficulty is always good (spoiler alert: it's not) and I thought I would never play this game. Alas,After making three, count them THREE, sequels to a game that should have stayed as one game FromSoftware finally broke free from the shackles and made an original game. After playing Dark Souls 2 and 3 I was completely fed up with FromSoftware's artificial difficulty and the mentality that difficulty is always good (spoiler alert: it's not) and I thought I would never play this game. Alas, the feudal Japan setting did drag me in at last, and I am so happy it did.

    At the start of the game you wake up in a cave as an actual written character, not the **** "make your own character" **** they did in the Dark Souls games which did nothing but decentralize your character from the story. I don't even know where to start on explaining how happy I am they actually wrote characters for this game. Anyways, back to topic. You're the "Divine Heir"'s shinobi and you have given your life to protect him. That's as much you need to know about the story. Sekiro follows the same formula from Dark Souls when it comes to storytelling, but in my opinion Sekiro does it way better.

    I started playing Dark Souls 3 and I got no objective or backstory. All I get is this girl with an awful voice actor screaming aShEn OnE in your face. The rest of the story is in cutscenes and item description. Sekiro however has a storyline and motivations, but most if not all backstory and lore is hidden in item descriptions and optional conversations. Immediately it feels way better than just killing **** for no reason.

    The combat in Sekiro is so well thought out and so dynamic and fluid. Instead of rolling and avoiding attacks you face them head on with blocking, which will take a hit to your posture meter, or do a perfect parry, which won't hurt your posture. If your posture meter is filled up you will lose your guard and be stunned for a second opening you for attacks. You can also choose which way you want to kill enemies and bosses. Posture kills or vitality kills. Feels way more intuitive and fluid than "roll, slash, roll, slash"

    There is no leveling in Sekiro, but after you kill a boss you get a memory you can use to increase your attack power. If you kill a miniboss you receive a prayer bead. Collect 4 to increase max health. When you kill enemies you receive exp and work yourself up to your next skill point which you can use to unlock new skills like midair blocking and parrying and my favorite, mikiri counter. I won't say much about it, you'll just have to figure it out when you play for yourself.

    If you want a game like Dark Souls or "a classic FromSoft game" then stay far away. No dodge rolls. No empty dystopian worlds. No uninteresting enemies or bosses. Although sometimes they may reuse bosses they always feel new and original. In conclusion, Sekiro is a beautiful game which hopefully will open up FromSoftware to make new original games just like this one.    … Expand
  39. Air_Sky
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    Beautiful, authentic and hard. Oh, new great game made by From software.
    Enjoy your journey and remember - shadows die only twice. Then you`ll need to pay a price.
  40. kozzy420
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    Fantastic game, movement and combat are vastly improved from the Souls series. Wonderful game, this is pretty much Tenchu 2019 mixed with Souls and I love it. Only aspect I miss from the souls games is the classes, but even that I soon forgot of because so many other elements are improved from the Souls games.
  41. hellequin41
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    Everything it said it would be a tough souls like game, but not a souls game. It focuses more on deflection and posture. The open world with the verticailty feels great.
  42. OneRang
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    Not the better game than Dark Souls but definitely a new and better experience.
    While the core concept is same as Dark Souls the fast paced swordplay and the combat mechanics demands you to have quick reflexes, better decision making, more precise timing and to know when to be aggressive and when to be defensive. Although almost all of rpg elements is absent and also has it's fair share    Not the better game than Dark Souls but definitely a new and better experience.
    While the core concept is same as Dark Souls the fast paced swordplay and the combat mechanics demands you to have quick reflexes, better decision making, more precise timing and to know when to be aggressive and when to be defensive. Although almost all of rpg elements is absent and also has it's fair share of downsides, for personally the combat and difficulty alone makes me ignore it all.    … Expand
  43. Inq
    Mar 22, 2019
    9
    Sekiro won't be for everyone, this was to be expected. However, this also won't be for all Souls fans who enjoyed the Multiplayer aspects. It is, by and large, its own thing. However, I consider this a plus, by completely eliminating the PvP and Coop aspects (not that I didn't like them in the Souls series) FROM could focus solely on creating a game with great atmosphere, fluid combat,Sekiro won't be for everyone, this was to be expected. However, this also won't be for all Souls fans who enjoyed the Multiplayer aspects. It is, by and large, its own thing. However, I consider this a plus, by completely eliminating the PvP and Coop aspects (not that I didn't like them in the Souls series) FROM could focus solely on creating a game with great atmosphere, fluid combat, awesome controls and a lot of polish, and they delivered.

    The combat is different and more challenging (at least from the viewpoint of someone who is right now trying to unlearn what they learned playing Dark Soul), your own mobility is vastly increased and the levels are much more vertical.

    When starting the game, from the splashscreen onward, you will know you're playing a FROM game, and that's amazing. They managed to keep their specific touch without regurgitating what they did for the least years once again. The story isn't quite as vague in favor of more cutscenes and dialogues (and a talking protagonist), but there are still lots of things to fill in yourself, including but not limited to lore bits and pieces on items and ominous NPC dialogue.

    If you enjoy challenging games, action adventures, role playing games or even just gaming in general, you owe it to yourself to play this game. It's honestly amazing and I'm feeling bad just writing this because this time could be spend playing it.    … Expand
  44. Aerow
    Apr 2, 2019
    9
    Great game, great setting but the camera is not the best. There is a bug you loose your locked target if you move to much around a wall
  45. ShadowT97
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    If this isn't a 10/10 game I don't know what is.

    The Combat is fluid, and the difficulty makes it much more rewarding to finally complete the part you were stuck on.
  46. MusicKing
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    There are still vibration bugs and resolution problems, but they can be solved with updates.
    Other than that, this game is very good.
  47. nick1008
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    just a good game . It doesnt have builds like in dark souls 3 so thats a minus but still good . the prostetic arm sucks . DS 3 was better.
  48. mcsw712
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    I haven't beaten it yet. It may take a long while, but so far this game truly impresses. Also, with HDR I think the graphics are amazing! I'm not sure why people are trashing the graphics. It saddens me that this game has a lower metacritic score than rdr2. That game isn't even fun. Truly it isn't. This game is pure fun, in the same spirit as a Nintendo game like BOTW or MarioI haven't beaten it yet. It may take a long while, but so far this game truly impresses. Also, with HDR I think the graphics are amazing! I'm not sure why people are trashing the graphics. It saddens me that this game has a lower metacritic score than rdr2. That game isn't even fun. Truly it isn't. This game is pure fun, in the same spirit as a Nintendo game like BOTW or Mario Odyssey. The focus is on gameplay and fun.… Expand
  49. gamertaboo
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    Another home-run by FROM Software. And the best part? Just take a look at all of them "mad cuz bad" complaints. Oh boy are the people who skated through the Soulsborne games on summons getting angry.
  50. ePxOscuraNiebla
    Mar 26, 2019
    9
    This is a great game. It's thoroughly fun and challenging, unlike most other AAA game that's incredibly repetitive. You go from battle to battle become a bit better. You can either strategize with stealth to make battles easier, or test the limits of your skill by fighting it head on. I saw a lot of negative reviews from dark souls players that they're frustrated by parrying. Yeah,This is a great game. It's thoroughly fun and challenging, unlike most other AAA game that's incredibly repetitive. You go from battle to battle become a bit better. You can either strategize with stealth to make battles easier, or test the limits of your skill by fighting it head on. I saw a lot of negative reviews from dark souls players that they're frustrated by parrying. Yeah, parrying is the new dodge in this game, and dodges doesn't help you most of the time in this game.… Expand
  51. Bartalam
    Mar 25, 2019
    9
    The atmosphere of the game, story and design is very good. Also here is the incredible work of the director. But even after dark souls, playing it is extremely difficult. Too confused control. At the same time it is very dynamic.
  52. Dagmeat
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    I don't understand how some people rated can give this game a negative score. I love it! The story and game play mechanics are top notch.
  53. draculax420
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    My favorite game of the year so far. The combat takes some getting used to but after it clicks it's a blast. This game reminds me a lot of tenchu and going thru roofs stealth killing stuff is a blast.
  54. DeusXCom
    Jun 28, 2019
    10
    Sekiro is absolutely amazing. After a long time of playing Souls games I felt that brand new experience feeling and got my ass kicked properly. It feels like From Soft has been learning all these years, perfecting all their tricks to come up with this masterpiece from their homeland Japan. I love this setting and feel of the world. Combat is the most intense and satisfying and being aSekiro is absolutely amazing. After a long time of playing Souls games I felt that brand new experience feeling and got my ass kicked properly. It feels like From Soft has been learning all these years, perfecting all their tricks to come up with this masterpiece from their homeland Japan. I love this setting and feel of the world. Combat is the most intense and satisfying and being a single player only is actually a good thing in my mind. Zero bugs nad 100% rock solid, the only thing that broke during my play-through was my Xbox One controller by playing this game so hard. The only problem compared to previous Souls games is the re-playability factor, absolute lack of different weapons, characters and builds, so after completing the game 4 times for all different endings, there is not much reason to play it again, until the DLC is released. 10/10… Expand
  55. ChumaGG
    Dec 31, 2019
    10
    Sekiro en pocas palabras es un juego extremadamente masoquista, dicho claro en el muy buen sentido de la palabra, ya que es un juego desarrollado por FROM SOFTWARE. y creanme cuando les digo que se nota que esta es obra de Miyasaki.

    En el titulo se pueden apreciar varias similitudes con los clasicos soulsbourne, la extrema dificultad y la forma en la que se manejan los items en el    Sekiro en pocas palabras es un juego extremadamente masoquista, dicho claro en el muy buen sentido de la palabra, ya que es un juego desarrollado por FROM SOFTWARE. y creanme cuando les digo que se nota que esta es obra de Miyasaki.

    En el titulo se pueden apreciar varias similitudes con los clasicos soulsbourne, la extrema dificultad y la forma en la que se manejan los items en el juego.

    Sin embargo pese a tener varias similitudes tambien tiene diferencias notables que lo vuelven una experiencia bastante distinta a sus predecesores, como el estilo de lucha basado en romper la guardia de los enemigos o el uso del sigilo para pasar algunas zonas o incluso llegar a tener cierta ventaja con alguno de los minijefes.

    La historia es interesante y bastante fuerte en ciertas ocaciones, llegando a recortar a series como La espada del inmortal o la reciente Dororo, que muestran un japon violento e inmerso en la guerra.

    Los enemigos son una maravilla, cuando te llegas a acostumbrar a una clase de enemigos no tienes de que preocuparte, ya que no tarda en aparecer otra que hara que tengas que adaptar tu forma de juego y evitara que avanzar por la campaña se sienta repetitivo.

    Los jefes son bastantes diferentes a lo que nos tiene acostumbrado miyazaki, ya que en la saga souls bastaba con que armar una build de tanque y fuerza para facilitar el juego bastante, y en bloodbourne solo es cuestion de adaptarse a los patrones y a hacer el condenado parry.

    Pero en Sekiro la forma en la que peleas contra los jefes es bastante distinta, ya que en este juego cuenta con un estilo de pelear contra ellos bastante distinto
    -el parry (pese a no ser obligatorio en la mayoria de casos para derrotar a un jefe) es bastante importante.
    ´la suma de una nueva dimension para pelear como en este caso son los saltos y el uso de gancho.
    -el uso de la herramienta ninja y las habilidades shinobi, tanto para atacar como para defenderse.

    Todos estos factores hacen que pelear contra jefes deje de ser un duelo de ver quien es mas tanque o de esquivar todos los ataques a un magnifico,pero dificil de dominar, cual de mis armas, habilidades o combos son mejores en que situacion en cada momento de la batalla.

    esas son mis razones para recomendar este muy divertidamente frustrante GOTY    … Expand
  56. otobongetti
    Jun 20, 2019
    8
    This game was an epic adventure for me. It's meant to be difficult so I won't criticize it for that. But what really made this blade dull was the performance. I'm sure I have a competent PC - GTX 1050 4GB, i5 7th gen, 1080p screen, you could try guessing the rest of the specs. But even at the lowest settings and resolution I couldn't touch 60fps.
  57. sawdas7
    Mar 19, 2020
    0
    This game is boring as **** ****ing **** repetitive gameplay. I hate this piece of crap. Only thing this game does is ****ing consuming all your time and sanity. Do not give a single chance to play this ****! This game will drain your soul and throw out your ****ed up brain like a used napkin! I hate everything about this game! Single starting enemy to end game boss, running same roads allThis game is boring as **** ****ing **** repetitive gameplay. I hate this piece of crap. Only thing this game does is ****ing consuming all your time and sanity. Do not give a single chance to play this ****! This game will drain your soul and throw out your ****ed up brain like a used napkin! I hate everything about this game! Single starting enemy to end game boss, running same roads all the time untill you get yourself killed, shotted by ranged sniper mother****ers, getting one shotted by a single hit and you repeat every single move over and over, i hate every single ****ing thing about this game!… Expand
  58. FaNoNHell
    Jan 18, 2020
    10
    I this this is the best game in the world after Dying Light and The Witcher 3
  59. T-Opel
    Mar 14, 2021
    10
    This was one of the best gaming experiences I have had in a long time. It was also extremely challenging, unforgiving, and frustrating, so much so that I have actually uninstalled the game after about 10 hours, swearing to never play it again. But boy, am I glad I chickened out and started playing again. The combat is extremely satisfying once you get the hang of it, although it is stillThis was one of the best gaming experiences I have had in a long time. It was also extremely challenging, unforgiving, and frustrating, so much so that I have actually uninstalled the game after about 10 hours, swearing to never play it again. But boy, am I glad I chickened out and started playing again. The combat is extremely satisfying once you get the hang of it, although it is still brutally unforgiving. You will die a lot and that is part of the game. Some bosses are really ridiculously powerful, but you can learn how to fight them effectively without cheesing them. It is possible, there are even people doing no-hit runs.

    Some tips:
    * buy coin purses and gain enough experience for a new skill point before every (mini)boss fight
    * learn how to dodge and parry properly - the timing is crucial and it results in the combat being more satisfying
    * in some ways Sekiro is a rhythm game, so work on studying the bosses and learning their pattern
    * and most importantly, do not give up like I nearly did, you would be missing out on an amazing gaming experience!    … Expand
  60. andyjr
    Jan 23, 2020
    3
    The game is ♥♥♥♥. Huge dissappointment from the creator of Dark Souls series. Crappy controls, inconsistent mechanics, random death just because the system is designed to kill you no matter how smart and skillful you are. The main source of difficulty from the game comes from the fact that hero is slow, weak and sloppy. No matter how much times you'll upgrade you attck power or abilities -The game is ♥♥♥♥. Huge dissappointment from the creator of Dark Souls series. Crappy controls, inconsistent mechanics, random death just because the system is designed to kill you no matter how smart and skillful you are. The main source of difficulty from the game comes from the fact that hero is slow, weak and sloppy. No matter how much times you'll upgrade you attck power or abilities - your hits will barely scratch enemy's HP bar. Prosthetic are useless most of the times. There are couple of well designed moments in the game, but it falls apart the closer you are to the ending. It's good this crap won't get any DLC.… Expand
  61. VaclavBeran
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. Very high quality game. It's hard, but fair. Nice sceneries.
  62. Janklootvandam
    Apr 19, 2022
    10
    BETTER THAN ELDEN RING and the antithesis of Elden Ring.
    This game is pure QUALITY over QUANTITY. Everything feels snappy and precise. The game doesn't overstay its welcome and actually has a story unlike Meme Ring. Every boss battle is exciting and visceral and it's fun to learn the boss patterns. I recommend anyone who wants to play a good sword fighting game to play Sekiro: Shadows Die    BETTER THAN ELDEN RING and the antithesis of Elden Ring.
    This game is pure QUALITY over QUANTITY. Everything feels snappy and precise. The game doesn't overstay its welcome and actually has a story unlike Meme Ring. Every boss battle is exciting and visceral and it's fun to learn the boss patterns. I recommend anyone who wants to play a good sword fighting game to play Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice the best From Software game to date.    … Expand
  63. skafrica
    Feb 18, 2021
    10
    Stop comparing Sekiro to Dark Souls, matter of fact stop comparing games at all. Sekiro stands well on its own, also GIT GUD
  64. Bjornmamma
    Apr 13, 2019
    10
    The best single player game I have played for years. Fun and unique boss fights, beautiful environments and cool elements of stealth and prostethics.
  65. 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
  66. 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.
  67. plum_lee
    Apr 8, 2022
    0
    SEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICE
    SEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICE
    SEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICE
    SEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICE
  68. Sam_Unger
    Jan 12, 2022
    9
    I think this is the only videogame that deserves the "must play" tag
    I've played all the from software games, but this is the only game that made me feel like no game I've ver played, like I'm the boss in the fight, like I'm...A shura.I've played all God of War saga, all Metal Gear Saga, all The Witcher saga, Zelda, Max Payne, Gta, Red dead, The Elder Scrolls, Fallout 3, AC games, far cry,    I think this is the only videogame that deserves the "must play" tag
    I've played all the from software games, but this is the only game that made me feel like no game I've ver played, like I'm the boss in the fight, like I'm...A shura.I've played all God of War saga, all Metal Gear Saga, all The Witcher saga, Zelda, Max Payne, Gta, Red dead, The Elder Scrolls, Fallout 3, AC games, far cry, Bioshock trilogy... None of those games are like this masterpiece, this is the most genuine gaming experience I've ever had on my life    … Expand
  69. 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
  70. NfeKteD
    Nov 22, 2021
    9
    In Sekiro, if you go with your head thinking that you are playing DarkSouls or BloodBorne, you will be very angry.

    Unlike the company's games, this one is not based on dodging attacks, but defending and reflecting the blows. However, the essence still remains the same, be patient until you find a loophole for 1 or 2 attacks every 30 seconds to a few minutes. The most different    In Sekiro, if you go with your head thinking that you are playing DarkSouls or BloodBorne, you will be very angry.

    Unlike the company's games, this one is not based on dodging attacks, but defending and reflecting the blows.

    However, the essence still remains the same, be patient until you find a loophole for 1 or 2 attacks every 30 seconds to a few minutes.

    The most different thing is not choosing your stats, like strength and etc because everything is done automatically, so if you don't want to keep thinking about these build things it's great. The setting, and bosses, are extremely striking too.

    Only complaint is the huge delay to get experience at the end of the game, if you want to get all skills you will probably find yourself farming experience in the same place for hours and hours.

    The game at first seems much more difficult than it seems, however, when you understand how the game works (towards the end, or in an NG+) it ends up becoming a "walk in the park with grandma" once you understand all mechanics.    … Expand
  71. 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
  72. 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.
  73. 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
  74. 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
  75. DavideB515
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece, truly a unique experience, despite being build on familiar elements.
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    Dec 28, 2020
    0
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  77. 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.
  78. 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
  79. 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.
  80. Dunpow25
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    What a masterpiece. Sekiro is excellent. From its combat, world and story this is Miyazaki magnum opus.
  81. 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.
  82. 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
  83. 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.
  84. Flound4er
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Playing through Sekiro for the first time was the greatest gaming experience of my life. Never has a game meant so much to me. Like all the Souls, this game is pure immersion--It speaks to you in every detail. And the difficulty drives you deep into the this immersive experience, where you find yourself gritting your teeth, riveted to the screen and fighting with all your might to justPlaying through Sekiro for the first time was the greatest gaming experience of my life. Never has a game meant so much to me. Like all the Souls, this game is pure immersion--It speaks to you in every detail. And the difficulty drives you deep into the this immersive experience, where you find yourself gritting your teeth, riveted to the screen and fighting with all your might to just stay in it a little longer. To deflect and to dodge and to land just one more hit! Time and again, Sekiro had me falling out of my chair, stunned with the realization of what I must do... Twice! The resurrection mechanic just further enriches the experience, forcing you to become the ultimate shinobi master and and not only beat a boss, but completely to annihilate it... or at the very least to just barely out-live it, surviving and succeeding by the tiniest of margins. What a game! As a Souls fan (both dark souls and various other souls-like games), this game is just a treasure. It excels in areas Dark Souls cannot. Being provided with only one main weapon means makes for a finely tuned PVE combat experience that is much more immersive than the other Souls games... and you don't have any choice about it! You are forced to master these new mechanics, and quickly find yourself grappling around, sprinting, dodging, deflecting, and then destroying enemies and bosses that will leave your breathless with their magnificence. I could say more, but I don't want to spoil it for anyone. I implore you to not watch any videos of anyone else playing this game. No streams, no youtube, no reading about it. Just play the game. You just stumbled upon the greatest 1-player game of all time. Immerse yourself in it. Enjoy the experience.… Expand
  85. TheAutist62
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    When you thought Sekiro would not be too hard because you finished:

    Demon's Souls
    Dark Souls 1
    Dark Souls 2
    Dark Souls 3
    Bloodborne

    Think again. It's quite challenging, and the gameplay feels different and refreshing.
  86. Grov-erg5
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    Après des heures de jeu, mes mains tremblent, mes bras sont mouillés et mon rang en tant que joueur expérimenté des jeux Dark Souls est piétiné. Si vous pensez que si vous terminez Demon Souls, tous les Dark Soul`s et Bloodborne, ce ne sera pas trop difficile pour vous? Ne vous flattez pas, ce jeu va vous détruire!
  87. Thebull1562
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    For noobs who have never played a hardcore game like me. This game will make you want to gouge your eyes out and bust your head through a fricken window. Prepare to focus focus focus. You slip up, you die. You get too confident, you die. You assume that you have an advantage, you die. Humble yourself before you purchase this masterpiece.
  88. Chadnordic5544
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is an action oriented game, somewhat reminiscent of games like Batman: Arkham Knight, since there are upgrade trees in the game, close combat, combat tools and sneaking. Sekiro’s sneaking and combat are both refined and easy to understand, but especially the combat deserves a high mention for being very tense and thrilling.
  89. Peterstrant2
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    I thought Dark Souls 3 was my favorite game of all time, then I finished Sekrio, and man, this game is amazing. It deserved it's GOTY award hundreds of times over.
  90. Rpact101
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Its a nice feeling. This game has a unique combat system, so even if you are a veteran of the Souls series, be prepared for a challenging game.
  91. Culzulz87z
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a brutal action adventure game. But, it can be easy game if you can mastering the basic, mastering the code of patience and learning ultra instinct to reflect (of course ... like Goku in Dragon Ball Super). Sekiro's first playthrough is the hardest of them all, it was pain, harsh, torturing, brutal and made people rage quit.
  92. Frozorid19
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    I hate Dark Souls. Its particular strain of sadomasochism-passing-for-gameplay has infected so many genres that all it takes for a game with clunky movement and a terrible camera to earn the adulation of credulous imbeciles (recognizable by their rallying cry "git gud") is to call itself "a Souls-like".
    Fortunately, Sekiro is not Dark Souls. Yes, the cameraman still attempts to perform an    I hate Dark Souls. Its particular strain of sadomasochism-passing-for-gameplay has infected so many genres that all it takes for a game with clunky movement and a terrible camera to earn the adulation of credulous imbeciles (recognizable by their rallying cry "git gud") is to call itself "a Souls-like".
    Fortunately, Sekiro is not Dark Souls. Yes, the cameraman still attempts to perform an amateur colonoscopy whenever a large enemy backs you into a corner. And yes, even petty bandits (or frail old ladies) can combo you to death off of one mistake. However, the main difference between this game and the entirety of the Dark Souls canon is that combat is actually fun. Fluid movement, a stamina mechanic that rewards aggression, and excellent visual/sound design all make even standard enemies encounters enjoyable. The implementation of a rudimentary (yet serviceable) stealth system means that working your way back to bosses after you die never becomes unmanageably tedious. The bosses themselves are difficult but not unreasonably so (at least during the first playthrough), and while they can all be defeated "fairly", Sekiro provides enough tools to mercilessly cheese most of them if the player is willing to experiment. While I do have a variety of criticisms ranging from the quality of the story ("minimalist" would be putting it generously) to the limited enemy variety (you fight 4 versions of the same miniboss) to consumable scarcity (certain enemies become very annoying or even borderline impossible to defeat without items you cannot obtain easily until late in the game), none of these are serious enough to deny my enthusiastic recommendation.    … Expand
  93. 0dds_0f_Even2
    Jun 23, 2021
    10
    A departure from the Soulsborne formula, while Sekiro has some of those features (Gourd seeds reminding Souls players of Estus flask upgrades for example) from Miyazaki's past games the entire experience is still brand new & was originally going to be another game in the Tenchu series.
  94. Miserakle48
    Jun 27, 2021
    10
    Hey, user! Do you want more transparent mechanics? Here is the very precisive tutorial.
    Do you want opportunity to kill this boss without run through the whole location? Here is your ressurection. Too many enemies? That's fine, you can just dissappear by rooftops.
    Do not want fight this mini-boss? Just pass him, by rooftops. And you can kill all enemies on level one by one without noise    Hey, user! Do you want more transparent mechanics? Here is the very precisive tutorial.
    Do you want opportunity to kill this boss without run through the whole location? Here is your ressurection. Too many enemies? That's fine, you can just dissappear by rooftops.
    Do not want fight this mini-boss? Just pass him, by rooftops. And you can kill all enemies on level one by one without noise like the true ninja. But yes, this is noise-making trap which you've just activated and yes the whole village of these non-friendly guys with medieval shotguns is already going too greet you. And then... And again...And again...Don't you happy that there is no deaths counter? That's really helpful to have an opportunity to pause the boss right before 'death screen', haven't it? This is very friendly game and yes, you just had been one-shotted by the lightning.    … Expand
  95. MohakAoki
    Jul 5, 2021
    9
    I just finished the game. Sekiro have a good storyline and good dub. also amazing ost and music compose. but some main boss fights had some bug that I hate. after all, I love Sekiro and its one of my best games ever played.
  96. aryasena516
    Jul 23, 2021
    9
    Whoever programmed the camera should be fired, but other then that pretty much a masterpiece.
  97. Pradhanuday80
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    Just buy it, you won't feel like anything else after this. Game is a masterpiece.
  98. Fatyyshatty99
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Bought 3 controllers for this game. Now one of them is still intact. Rate 10/10.
  99. Midizikai456
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    セキロはソウルズゲームと同じコアフォーミュラを共有していますが、それ自体がまったく異なる獣です。 そうは言っても、セキロは私にとってすべての適切な場所を打つことができました。私はこのゲームが大好きで、これまでで一番好きなゲームだと思っています。 すべての人のためではありませんが、確かに私のためです。セキロはソウルズゲームと同じコアフォーミュラを共有していますが、それ自体がまったく異なる獣です。 そうは言っても、セキロは私にとってすべての適切な場所を打つことができました。私はこのゲームが大好きで、これまでで一番好きなゲームだと思っています。 すべての人のためではありませんが、確かに私のためです。
  100. Iamtheguy2
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    Extremely addicting. I'm addicted to the game so it's pretty dam good. You should play.
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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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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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