Death Stranding

 PlayStation 4
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  1. D-Diabolic
    Jun 25, 2020
    1
    I didn't like it. Too tedious and drawn out, the plot is made of pieces, monotonous open world. Although, the soundtrack is very high quality
    I didn't like it. Too tedious and drawn out, the plot is made of pieces, monotonous open world. Although, the soundtrack is very high quality
  2. ceppo_rovente
    Jun 25, 2020
    4
    This game is too boring! The fact that is "adding something new" does not justify it's poor gameplay. It is a game, not a movie!
  3. JediMasterluke
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    I love kojima games '' journey like no other." (like your favourite movie) maditation adventure thanks Kojima.)))
  4. LEADKUN
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    A "REAL" walking simulator (you have to be so careful with your walking, concerning the condition of terrain and the weight you carry in mind) with the passive on-line communications and interesting sci-fi settings. But after all, all of them were just some methods to tell a touching story with a strong message.
  5. Nintendero97
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Un juego diferente, la historia un poco difícil de entender pero me ha gustado mucho el videojuego, esperando a ver qué presenta próximamente kojima
  6. Elyts
    Jun 24, 2020
    6
    The Great: theme, graphics, concepts, scenes. The bad: gameplay. Walk was fun at first, for the player is consistently analysing route and, hence, deciding. But do it for hours and things will get boring. I gave up the game. Couldn't stand more time playing it. STORY : it seems good, but i can't really say since i didn't end it, after all. As they say, its not a game for everyone.
  7. Lieto1982
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    I am really enjoying this game. I am not a diehard kojima fan though. I thought metal gear was fun, but never got far in any of them.

    Undoubtedly some will find the slower pace and lack of action boring, but for me it is a beautiful meditative experience that is as much a piece of art as a game. It is nice for a change of pace to play a game where I can focus more on the scenery and    I am really enjoying this game. I am not a diehard kojima fan though. I thought metal gear was fun, but never got far in any of them.

    Undoubtedly some will find the slower pace and lack of action boring, but for me it is a beautiful meditative experience that is as much a piece of art as a game.

    It is nice for a change of pace to play a game where I can focus more on the scenery and story than combat.

    That's not to say there is no sense of adventure. Choosing the right route. Planning ahead for multiple loads. Soon enough you'll get vehicles which help a lot.

    It has a very satisfying gameplay loop in which you breathe a sigh of relief every time you make a successful delivery. Getting new equipment to help you on your journey is exciting too.

    It's a game that prizes patience, helping others, and exploration.

    The story is a tale of death and life. Loneliness and human connection. It emphasizes how humans need each other to survive.

    The only reason I'm docking 1 point is for the poorly shoehorned in product placement for monster energy drinks and amc's Ride with Norman Reedus. That and some hokey character names. In both cases they slightly detract from the believability of the world. But they quickly become an afterthought once you get into your rhythm.    … Expand
  8. RenanMattar27
    Jun 24, 2020
    7
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  9. nergalBH
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Best Game of 2019 and of all this generation.
    Graphic: 9.5
    Level design: 8.5
    Music: 9
    Story: 10
  10. FragSinus
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Absolutely gorgeous work and intellectual filter. Not for masses but for people who can into analysis.
  11. HunterFlower
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    Мощная, ни с чем не сравнимая атмосфера и геймплей. Сложно припомнить игру, которая давала похожие чувства, ощущения и ситуации. Настолько гениальная реализация с виду простых механик достойна десятки.
  12. lemon1921
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    This is a game I think a lot of people won't "get". It's artsy and weird and has an out-there concept. But it ultimately tells an important story in a really beautiful way, and the world it has built is incredible.
  13. JoKeR_AlexS
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Este comentário é universal nas minhas reviews. Apenas quero dar nota aos jogos e caso queiram saber mais alguma coisa sobre o jogo, aconselho a ver outras reviews ou até mesmo a experimentar o jogo.
  14. Lribeiro
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Death Stranding consegue ser um misto de emoções, com sua historia cativante e inovadora consegue prender o jogador por horas em seu universo, que é bem construido com seu level design e elementos de direção de arte, a trilha sonora é outro ponto importante que consegue ser um dos melhores elementos desse jogo, tendo faixas originais e licenciadas que conseguem trazer diversas emoções aoDeath Stranding consegue ser um misto de emoções, com sua historia cativante e inovadora consegue prender o jogador por horas em seu universo, que é bem construido com seu level design e elementos de direção de arte, a trilha sonora é outro ponto importante que consegue ser um dos melhores elementos desse jogo, tendo faixas originais e licenciadas que conseguem trazer diversas emoções ao jogador, mas seus problemas em gameplay são constantes, não pelo fato sde ser um "jogo de andar" Death Stranding apresenta problemas quando ele quer ser algo alem disso, se fosse apenas um "jogo de andar" provavelmente ele poderia ser perfeito, suas falhas estão em combate e dirigibilidade que são ferramentas constantes do jogo, parecendo em alguns momentos que estamos lidando com um jogo de orçamento "Indie" alem de momentos extremamente repetitivos, o que ja se tornou uma tipica falha do diretor desde seu ultimo projeto "Metal Gear Solid V The Phantom Pain" que sofria dos mesmos problemas, mas é engraçado como seus problemas se tornam de certa forma irrelevantes ao fim do jogo, passando uma sensação de que tudo valeu a pena, pois sua incrivel historia, narrativa, personagens carismaticos tornam esse jogo incrivel e inesquecivel para algumas pessoas… Expand
  15. sakura96
    Jun 24, 2020
    5
    Muy lindo pero no es una película y no un juego. La jugabilidad es nula, lo importante son las cinemáticas.
  16. JoseofCatarina
    Jun 24, 2020
    1
    The worst 60$ I've ever spent, I am beyond livid. I love single player games, and I hate shooters, and I waited for this over-hyped game for so long only to be let down. After playing this game and feeling so bored, I was told "it stops being boring about halfway through" which is an absolute lie, the terrible pacing does NOT pick up. Shame on any critic that's enough of a hack to giveThe worst 60$ I've ever spent, I am beyond livid. I love single player games, and I hate shooters, and I waited for this over-hyped game for so long only to be let down. After playing this game and feeling so bored, I was told "it stops being boring about halfway through" which is an absolute lie, the terrible pacing does NOT pick up. Shame on any critic that's enough of a hack to give this game a good score. I don't know if Kojima productions paid them to lie, or if they're just scared of Kojima fans letting them have it. I can't believe IGN is the only company that showed any integrity with an honest review.
    Today I was on the phone with a representative from Sony trying to get a refund, all to no avail. He also said, they've had a ton of calls asking for refunds since the game released. This game is a terribly mundane walking simulator. Kojima has lost his way, and he's NOT a true auteur like Hidetaka Miyazaki (Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Sekiro director)
    Miyazaki is a master of his craft, and Kojima is a washed up, pretentious, has-been.
    1/10    … Expand
  17. Necrophat
    May 22, 2020
    3
    Unfortunately this game flopped hard, it did not live up to the hype and I just cannot recommend it to anyone, for the first few hours you'll be invested and engaged, but not long after this gets repetitive and interest will drop off a cliff.
  18. valhallabound
    Jun 24, 2020
    1
    Oh look there's some video game in this movie. Don't waste your time on money on this vanity project.
  19. staygold132
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Game is a bit boring, but it's like meditation, u need to feel it.

    everything is great regarding tech part, story is long, and that's okay.
  20. Cevat
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    First of all, I would like to thank Hideo Kojima for introducing us (with a great risk) a concept that we are not accustomed to seeing in AAA games. The most interesting game I have ever experienced was Death Stranding. I think the story of Death Stranding is too much for a game, and it's really amazing. I really liked the progress of the story and the characters. Although it did not bringFirst of all, I would like to thank Hideo Kojima for introducing us (with a great risk) a concept that we are not accustomed to seeing in AAA games. The most interesting game I have ever experienced was Death Stranding. I think the story of Death Stranding is too much for a game, and it's really amazing. I really liked the progress of the story and the characters. Although it did not bring revolutionary innovation to gameplay, I played for forty hours without getting bored. Finally, the music of the game is tremendous ... Sorry for my bad english :)… Expand
  21. ClapperDub
    Jun 24, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Questo gioco è di una noia mortale ed è molto ripetitivo alla lunga diventa monotono.… Expand
  22. Aceman
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    I really enjoyed the game, I love the soundtrack and how lonely one feels in those beautiful landscapes traveling around the United States.
  23. Trevismar
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    Excelente jogo, porém com algumas falhas, nem todos vão gostar, mas se possível tente dar uma chance.
  24. disgruntled
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    Metacritic is blocking ALL negative user reviews for The last of Us part 2
    Im checking to see if they will allow a positive review. Incidentally this is a great and weird game, looks beautiful and has the strangest premise. I really enjoyed what is essentially a postman simulator with ghosts, or a film about a postman who builds a motorway while having the most vivid hallucinations. I can    Metacritic is blocking ALL negative user reviews for The last of Us part 2
    Im checking to see if they will allow a positive review. Incidentally this is a great and weird game, looks beautiful and has the strangest premise. I really enjoyed what is essentially a postman simulator with ghosts, or a film about a postman who builds a motorway while having the most vivid hallucinations. I can see why some won't like it. It's way better than TLOU 2 which is a lesson in how to disrespect a fanbase and kill a franchise. With a golf club.    … Expand
  25. mynd
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    TLDR - I found the game very immersive from its cast of characters to the attention to detail and the overall atmosphere the game created. I could not put it down, playing over 500 hours straight from release. I am of the belief that most of the negative response to the game was due to internet memes and players that didn't spend much time in the game.

    Game experience is best with the    TLDR - I found the game very immersive from its cast of characters to the attention to detail and the overall atmosphere the game created. I could not put it down, playing over 500 hours straight from release. I am of the belief that most of the negative response to the game was due to internet memes and players that didn't spend much time in the game.

    Game experience is best with the online mode enabled.

    Story 9, Gameplay 8, Graphics 10, Music 10

    Now,

    With that said, I realize the game might not be for everyone and isn't without it's flaws. I do think internet memes created a lot of unreasonable bias preventing potential fans from picking up the game. It's far more than a walking simulator, and only takes a few hours to get to your first vehicle in-game. I feel like most people hating on the walking aspect of the game didn't bother to even play it this far. Throughout the game, you get more and more tools to help you deliver packages more efficiently, all but completely negating making deliveries on foot.

    It is more of a delivery simulator, I can kind of agree to that, but the system is designed in a way that it does feel good and doesn't get old for me. I finished the game with over 20 million likes and I can't even remember how many packages I delivered, but it far exceeded what you'd need to do to simply get through the game. And that's something I admired about the game actually, a player could choose how much they wanted to do and play. If you wanted to just do the story, you could get through the game fairly quick and ignore a great majority of the game.

    In addition to phenomenal cutscenes and story-telling, the game did a fantastic job integrating the game mechanics into the story itself. There was a reason behind earning 'likes' and it played a bit into the motivations of some of the NPCs.

    The game's greatest strength, in my opinion, is the atmosphere it creates for the player. Everything contributes via the story telling and attention to detail. You really do feel isolated out there traveling from point A to B. And for a long time, encounters with BTs stayed spooky as hell. Stepping into a new region to have a beautiful soundtrack play caused me to slow down and take it all in as the song played. I was attached to every single moment spent in the game and I really took my time. I doubt many players spent the time in the game that I did, and I literally did everything getting every achievement and completing every delivery. Any excuse to keep myself immersed in this world.

    Why didn't I give the game a 10? Well, a perfect game simply doesn't exist and I believe a 10 is a disingenuous rating (same with a 0). And the game did have its faults, like the animation that alerted you to entering a BT zone. That got old quick and disrupted the game flow as you could not skip it (I've learned that a later patch, after I stopped playing, addresses that). I think the building structures aspect of the game could use a little more polish and quality of life changes. Wouldn't have minded a GPS auto-drive scenario for travelling main roads and frequented paths. AI behavior could have been a little better, particularly friendly porters travelling around.

    Last thing I want to touch on, despite the beautifully written and acted story, there was a sequence in particular that was godawful and repetitive for no good reason. Doing the same exact action got old after the second or third time and I can't even remember how many times total you had to do it. I felt myself falling out of the story and getting frustrated with that sequence.

    I wish more players gave this game a chance beyond the memes and the first hours before getting to your first vehicle.

    Overall, I'd still give the game a solid 9 and I hope Kojima revisits this world again soon and brings Norman Rheedus back for another story. I can't wait to see what else Kojima does.    … Expand
  26. krydima
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Хорошая игра с оригинальным сюжетом. Пройду еше раз. Играть всем )))
  27. dash383535
    Jun 23, 2020
    7
    #DashReviews

    3 years after the Kojima-Konami split up, the first game from Hideo Kojima’s new production studio has finally released. While I would classify the game as a third-person action/adventure game, the game’s director classifies it as a new genre called – “Strand”. With some people calling this game a glorified walking simulator and some saying it’s one of the greatest games of    #DashReviews

    3 years after the Kojima-Konami split up, the first game from Hideo Kojima’s new production studio has finally released. While I would classify the game as a third-person action/adventure game, the game’s director classifies it as a new genre called – “Strand”. With some people calling this game a glorified walking simulator and some saying it’s one of the greatest games of all time, where does this game truly lie?

    The story starts off with you playing as a delivery man named Sam Porter Bridges, who is played by Norman Reedus. Sam must deliver cargo to sectioned-off regions of a post-apocalyptic United States due to the unknown threats of the supernatural event known as the Death Stranding. Sam is then tasked to connect all of America to a collective network to save everyone. Sam is given a BB unit to help him with this task, a baby in a jar that can detect BT’s, which is just this game's version of ghosts. Honestly, I could spend all day just talking about the beginning of the game and all the terminology but that where Death Stranding story gets a lot of its charm. The story is engaging from beginning to end thanks to creative storytelling and a wonderful cast of actors that bring this world and story to life. The ending is one of the emotional and heartfelt rollercoasters I have witnessed this generation. If you are coming to Death Stranding for its story, you will not be disappointed.

    The gameplay is trickier to talk about. Is it a walking simulator? – Yes and No. The first few hours can be sluggish as all you will do is walk packages from one location to another. This may turn some off from the game, but later portions start to pick up the pace. After the 3rd episode in the game, you are able to craft useful structures, signs, weapons, and vehicles that can help you or other players advance in the story. These structures can be given likes so you can see how many people found what you built and how useful it was to them. This sense of community and how you help each other progress is a big part of the game. There are 3rd person shooting segments every now and again, but that's not the primary focus of the game. It’s a game that some people will like and others will not, but despite that, I had fun helping other people reach their goals and encouraging them to see Sam’s journey to the end. There are moments where you will be bored or frustrated, like the beginning of the game or trudging through the snow at slow speeds, but if you’re willing to put in the work and see past some of the games greater flaws, there is fun to be had.

    The game is a technical marvel. One of the best looking games on the PS4 by a long shot. The little details help flesh out the world and bring the actors' performances to life. Glitches are few and far between. Players getting stuck to obstacles and other little things rarely happen. The soundtrack is a fantastic mix of original and licensed songs. The Decima engine has come a long way since its first title, Horizon: Zero Dawn.

    Death Stranding is honestly a hard game to review so I hope most of my thoughts on the game are clear. I think it’s a fantastic experiment when it comes to doing something new with video games. It can be boring at points but one thing that is never lost throughout the experience is the amazing story and how it is worked into what going on in the gameplay. If you’re on the fence about this game, I would wait until it’s on sale before picking it up. It’s hard to fully recommend this game, so you’ll have to come to your own conclusion on if you will like what is offered in Death Stranding. Whether you end up liking Death Stranding or not, it’s still one hell of a rollercoaster with a lot of thought and care put in to it.

    Pros:
    +Fantastic Story
    +Great Soundtrack
    +Top Notch Acting
    +Gameplay Centered On Community

    Cons
    -Very Slow Start
    -Some Frustrating Slow Parts    … Expand
  28. Thedeadlysins
    Jun 23, 2020
    7
    Not near in the same lvl as other hideo games, amazing graphics, music but gameplay to repetitive and slow, all about a delivery men, if u like slow games this is a good game.. If you are in too fast games this is not for you
  29. AnnieMay
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    Walking simulator
    Gameplay 0/10
    Graphics 0/10
    Music 0/10
    Sound 0/10
    Story 0/10
  30. Daeandor
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    FedEx simulator. Just overly convoluted. This is a game trying to be a movie. Kojima should just make movies
  31. docrad
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    most dissapointing game of my life .... a niche walker ... what a missed opportunity
  32. The_Mastermind
    Jun 23, 2020
    1
    It's a boring walking/delivery simulator and that's basically all there is to it. Tries and fails too hard to make "inventorial management" fun.
  33. Arthur26670
    Jun 15, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A mais nova obra de Hideo Kojima, apesar das grandes expectativas ele não consegui alcançá-las, com uma jogabilidade estranha,física ruim é uma história apesar de ser muito boa foi muito arrastada.Mas no quesito de personagens e seus desenvolvimentos o jogo foi muito bem e quase impossível não torcer ou simpatizar com nenhum deles. Fácil uma das melhores trilhas da geração e gráficos incríveis DS se sai melhor em alguns quesitos mas outros não consegue reproduzir os feitos dos outros jogos de kojima. Higgs vilao da história podia ser mais bem explorado e quanto ao nosso protagonista Sam,ele se muito bem um ótimo personagem.… Expand
  34. Michmala
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    +graphisme +l'histoire -la longueur de certaine mission
    -des gunfigth un peu mou
  35. pilytonc12
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    Death stranding le doy 8 a veces aburrido y divertido. Es un juego lento
    Jugabilidad 8/10
    Historia 10/10
    Graficos 8/10
    Sonido 9/10
  36. MayallRob
    Jun 23, 2020
    7
    A fantastic, original story. As much as I enjoyed the gameplay, it did get a bit repetitive towards the end.
  37. csongor86
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    death stranding is a game that you have to experience for yourself. stunning new gameplay mechanics, great graphics. a bit repetitive and would like to have more interior design.
  38. Tomboy
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    One of my favorite games if all time! It’s a game with an engaging story that put me to tears by the time it came to a close with gameplay that is both fun and relaxing all at the same time!
  39. Antares_87
    Jun 23, 2020
    5
    This is a movie is not a videogame, it is really boring at least the first 15 hours are terribly boring, graphically it's very good but it's not a good videogame , don't buy it.
  40. Xsibiter
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    This strand game of course for not every person living on Earth, but it has its unique gameplay mechanics( except boring animations that will be repeating the entire game) and the plot which can attach easily
  41. Asone10k
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    this is a next boring game from Kojima... Its just runnin and doing nothing. No story, nothing...
  42. clar1on
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
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  43. Heavel
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This game is simply a masterpiece of a bizarre, ambiguous world. The music and the world building of Death Stranding creates a unique experience of which is depression, lonely and quiet as for the characters are trying to work together in order to be a united species. The gameplay is actually very addictive, earning the satisfying rewards for your reputation in-game and the graphics looksThis game is simply a masterpiece of a bizarre, ambiguous world. The music and the world building of Death Stranding creates a unique experience of which is depression, lonely and quiet as for the characters are trying to work together in order to be a united species. The gameplay is actually very addictive, earning the satisfying rewards for your reputation in-game and the graphics looks very detailed and photo-realistic. Hideo Kojima created a vision of what storytelling go beyond including games as a whole, not everyone accepts this but things will be better. Thank you Kojima for letting us join this ambitious journey… Expand
  44. MarkusBorn
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    I really liked this game. It's a very bold experiment, and it's very well implemented
  45. bededadel
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Death Stranding создает новый игровой жанр и, следовательно, прокладывает свой собственный путь к более интерактивным играм
  46. Dunker_2001
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    This is the first game I got platinum since the PS3 era.
    I can't tell the reason, but I played this game for several nights.
  47. Yngeeoon
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Death Stranding - это, прежде всего, игра, которая пытается, экспериментирует и полна идей. Играя роль одиноких мостов Сэма Портера, игрок связан со всеми остальными благодаря умной системе сотрудничества, которая работает очень хорошо благодаря продуманному дизайну игрыDeath Stranding - это, прежде всего, игра, которая пытается, экспериментирует и полна идей. Играя роль одиноких мостов Сэма Портера, игрок связан со всеми остальными благодаря умной системе сотрудничества, которая работает очень хорошо благодаря продуманному дизайну игры
  48. Thelithium82
    Jun 22, 2020
    4
    Маэстро обосрался! Кадзима был одним из моих любимых разрабов, но выпустив такое унылое и скучное говно, симулятор курьера, больше за свои игры он от меня денег не получит, пока не стрельнет хитом второго мгс.
  49. ZzjimbozZ
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Story 9/10
    Gameplay 7/10
    Graphics 8/10

    The story is amazing, graphics and performance are good but when it come to the gameplay it not for everyone i didn't mind it
  50. Game_EmotiOn
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Актера взяли крутого, однозначно... Игра в целом затянута, но интересна....
  51. RK09
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    I liked the game has a good story and an breath taking twist in the end, but if youre like me and try to get the Platium Trophy while completing the story, will be a slow game. The music its amazing and the graphics are outstanding as well
  52. Reis_Rabelo
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    mexeu bastante com meus sentimentos, esse jogo veio em um momento em que eu precisava muito dele e não sabia.
  53. Setta76
    Jun 22, 2020
    2
    Incredibly boring and pretentious game. There is menus and over complicated junk everywhere all for the act of walking. The game is walking , its that boring. The story is full of Kojimas grade 7 level of story telling, where he just rambles about stuff that sounds cool. Really didnt like this, its like an anti game.
  54. zhangchuqiao12
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finally finished chapter 14. It took me more than half a year to finish this game. Unlike many players give up in Chapter 2 or 3, I took a long stop by the end of Chapter 9. I simply lost motive to continue after finishing more than 85% of the requests but knowing not too much about the truth behind. After I finally got time to finish the rest of game at once, I found myself watching CG for about half of the gameplay of the last few chapters. Player can do nothing to participant in the game except watching CG which I think is a little bit long for the last few chapters of a game. But generally I enjoy this game and like the idea of “connection” especially during COVID-19. The plot is great and I really appreciate some of my favorite actors/actresses are in this game. What I like most about the whole storytelling is the way Kojima used to explain why Sam can sometimes see Cliff when he connected to BB. I can find some clues even from the very first hour of the gameplay but the whole truth is so well hidden that I can only know the whole thing by the very end of the game (also thx to some misleading messages). I also like how Kojima use the idea of “rope” and “stick” in this game. Good game experience in a nutshell, looking forward to his new game.… Expand
  55. Talomustkill
    Nov 14, 2019
    8
    Buen balance jugabilidad/cinemáticas, muy buenos gráficos, una historia muy original con personajes memorables, lo único en que callo fue en el manejo de la moto y autos, es horrible pero no injugable.
  56. Rivai
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Эта игра поразила меня своей историей до глубины души. Она не для всех, эта игра на узкую аудиторию. Со странным игровым процессом , странным и необычным сюжетом, и тем спектром эмоций которые она вызывает. Death Stranding заслуживает крепких 9 балов.Эта игра поразила меня своей историей до глубины души. Она не для всех, эта игра на узкую аудиторию. Со странным игровым процессом , странным и необычным сюжетом, и тем спектром эмоций которые она вызывает. Death Stranding заслуживает крепких 9 балов.
  57. MohamedMzk
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Super good graphics, good story, nice and fun wierd ****
    norman reeds, hannibal, troy baker, hideo kojima, babies.
    stupid dialogues, stupid characters exept clifford , delivering for 35hrs.
    ===== Good game but not for long.
    My personal advise for those who didnt play it yet: play it its worth it. But play it online and just the story.
    If you dont. You are just going to torture urself.
  58. Martin1999
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    This game is boring and half-finished. But dare to be different and that’s what I’m looking for in games today. Thank you Kojima!!
  59. deanmon13127
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    beautiful, confusing, bewitching, poetic. The dialogs are not the best, and there is repetition in the missions but the improvements that we unlock changes our way of doing. Not for everyone but on me it really worked
  60. oOn3LastStaNDo
    Jun 22, 2020
    7
    It was a good game for what it was and had some neat ideas. It was cool to see how it all came together but the gameplay needed more variety or something because it started to get boring and feel like a grind fairly quickly. Maybe that could be avoided if you just play through the story and do no side missions? It also suffers from extremely high expectations due to it being Kojima and itIt was a good game for what it was and had some neat ideas. It was cool to see how it all came together but the gameplay needed more variety or something because it started to get boring and feel like a grind fairly quickly. Maybe that could be avoided if you just play through the story and do no side missions? It also suffers from extremely high expectations due to it being Kojima and it being his first game after the fallout with Konami. It did keep me coming back till the end, which is saying something.… Expand
  61. Nakura4
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Merci Hideo Kojima pour cette pépite qui sort de l'ordinaire. Un jeu à faire absolument.
  62. Wasp1994
    Jun 22, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An unique experience, a wonderful combination of brilliant acting, a moving story and one of the best soundtracks that I've experienced in games. It took me 6 months to beat the game because there were times n which I just wanted to deliver stuff and enjoy the landscapes. Some of those times I was rewarded with a new song, making me feel like Kojima put so much effort to motivate players in every little part of that world. The loneliness plays its part, but the online system served as a remind that there were others trying to help, to improve and rebuild that world.
    Special thanks to Mr. Mikkelsen, he gave life to such a tormented character and his final scene holding the baby and whispering a lullaby made me cry for real.
    A definitive experience on how violence shapes our downfall and how our connections (friends, family) can save us from particular nightmares.
    20+ thumbs up (Heartman style)    … Expand
  63. amarantine
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Kojima is a genius. Amazing. This game is inspiring and heartwarming. A masterpiece.
  64. GigTor
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This game is a true gem in our era of ubiquitous remakes and remasters. A unique scenario that gradually develops but involves the player from the very first hours of gameplay, an excellent visual component, a great selection of actors and music. After MGS 5, this is a scenario and gameplay breakthrough for Kojima.
  65. yakoza
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    not good gameplay and long cutscen but everything in the game is good. like Story, music, graphics,ETC...
  66. maxgreat73
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    It's a masterpiece. The game is deep, with a world so well develop. It's not for everybody, but it is a piece of art.
    The story is well written, in classic Kojima style, so it doesn't always make sense. The world is so interesting to explore, we see the evolution as you progress and you meet a lot of characters. The gameplay is good, the physics of vehicle is strange, but they really    It's a masterpiece. The game is deep, with a world so well develop. It's not for everybody, but it is a piece of art.
    The story is well written, in classic Kojima style, so it doesn't always make sense. The world is so interesting to explore, we see the evolution as you progress and you meet a lot of characters. The gameplay is good, the physics of vehicle is strange, but they really redefined the way you can walk in a video. It seems strange (and boring) but it's not. The only downside would be the enemy variability. Enemy become a little bit harder as you advance, but they lack variability.
    It should be seen as a piece of art, developed by an artist with his own view of the world.    … Expand
  67. Alkobro
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Good game ! I have never played something similar.great story, atmosphere and cast.
  68. zetto
    Apr 12, 2020
    1
    un walking simulator caro e inflado por parte de kojima productions,sony y los fans de playstation.
    Espero que esto sea el retiro de los videojuegos por parte de kojima,porque no se quien va a darle dinero para hacer un videojuego a raiz de la estafa que fue death stranding.
  69. Gabrieldosstos
    Jun 21, 2020
    7
    Jogo tem belos gráfico história ótima ,mas a jogabilidade não foi inovadora e é até chata as vezes e muito cansativo
  70. Andoryuu7
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Walking simulator. Boring. If you want to walk, try walking outside of your house.… Expand
  71. diamondjuulpods
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    This game is a masterpiece however not for everyone, the review scores have went up for this game once people started actually playing the game instead of trashing on it without any experience.

    The story is great, the score is beautiful, the gameplay can be sluggish at times and repetitive however the imagery and mise en scène help pace the gameplays worst moments. As Kojimas first    This game is a masterpiece however not for everyone, the review scores have went up for this game once people started actually playing the game instead of trashing on it without any experience.

    The story is great, the score is beautiful, the gameplay can be sluggish at times and repetitive however the imagery and mise en scène help pace the gameplays worst moments. As Kojimas first proper release as an independent studio and a brand new narrative this game exceeds the traditional barriers of game development pushing narrative and storytelling in gaming even further, Even in its worst moments Death Stranding always shines, from traversing the horrors of a BT infested field to travelling to WW1 & WW2 to traversing the snowy mountains this game offers players a unique experience for gaming.    … Expand
  72. Not_Ur_Momz
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    The game is different and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The game play was peaceful and addicting!
  73. frozenvik
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    It is a different game from what you are used to, I do not understand why they say that the story is not understandable, since the begining in the scenes they explain everything. It is definitely a long game, so are all RPGs, to enjoy it you must level up the facilities. The story despite being rare is good. I recommend playing this game and don't let the hate influence you.
  74. JolyDem
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Игра мне понравилась но таскать грузы бесит .
    сюжет хороший и графика тоже.
  75. Noooooooob
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Death Stranding is truly a remarkable experience that no one should miss. I personally loved every single moment of it. Succinctly, one of the best PS4 titles.
  76. 2ugly_jpg
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    yes it is a game in which you go from point a to point b but with interesting mechanics and a story worth listening to, I understand that many people found it very boring but I would say that it is relaxing, it is not a game with action around every corner. in short it is a good game worth playing
  77. LordPontar
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Story, gameplay, musics, graphics, voice Everythings amazing but game has some problems For me 9.9/10
  78. doramaramaramar
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    The most fascinating experience of 5 last years. Atmosphere in this game gives me vibes of PS1 generation, I really felt like I was kid again. Mechanics are fresh and meditative. Characters and story are unforgettable.
  79. edtks
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Absolutely a masterpiece that provide an unique experience and that's the reason Death Stranding become one of the best game I played on PS4. While many people don't like the game calling it has a boring and repetitive gameplay, I don't disagree either agree to it, it was actually interesting they willing to do this in a AAA titles while knowing it will be controversial that a lot playersAbsolutely a masterpiece that provide an unique experience and that's the reason Death Stranding become one of the best game I played on PS4. While many people don't like the game calling it has a boring and repetitive gameplay, I don't disagree either agree to it, it was actually interesting they willing to do this in a AAA titles while knowing it will be controversial that a lot players don't like it or expect something more adventurous or excited. When I doing deliveries in the game I felt sleepy and my eyelid are closing more than few times, but in reality when working during office hour this feeling make sense in every way. When I building something in the world or use something someone has built, always never forget to leave a dozens of likes, isn't that everyone using social media nowadays hoping for, to get the sense of presence in this world, being a part of the world we live in? Speaking of the boring and repetitive gameplay, it feels like the game developers intentionally make it this way compared to some other game trying to create something ambitious and interesting gameplay but turns out not engaging at all. The storytelling in Death Stranding is mind-blowing, with Kojima-style odd cinematography makes the presentation of the story looks awesome and very few games can achieve the cinematic visual and feel of this game has created. IMO, the experience Death Stranding provided is very unique compared to what usually people expecting a game to be. No intense gun fight, no fancy fighting moveset. Just listen to nice song or music when you feel bored while doing your jobs or travelling from point A to point B in the game. In conclusion, the developers has created a game not to be fun, but feels very related to our daily lives.… Expand
  80. Cuma
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Fərqli bir hekayə.
    Yeni tərz. Və əvəz edilməz bir atmosfera Qısaca bir kojima əsəri.
  81. ZaydelJmz
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Juego increíble, justo lo que esperábamos de Kojima al regresar a la industria, excelente soundtrack, paisajes increíbles, personajes memorables, gameplay fresco.
  82. magpie666
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    Can you all be aware that the negative comments are completely true. This get boring 43 minutes in. A walking simulator as users/youtubers have said..Avoid this Utter garbarge and DONT Believe the positive reviews. They are ALL mostly false.
  83. alisherif
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    This game is not a walking simulator yes there is some minor annoinces like how your character can't walk two meters without falling and there are some story plot holes but overall the game is not as boring as people pointed out to be
  84. Deadcety
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    Great game, it's soo adictive once you put some hours into it. I bought it on offer but I regret not getting it earlier.
  85. andrejS_de
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Amazing Game 10/10, i really hope for the second part. A really special story and the graphics looks like real. Thanks Hideo
  86. Megalovirus
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Un gran juego cuyo fuertes son la historia , gráficas, música , ambientación , el Gameplay es bueno si lo entienden desde el inicio. Platine sekiro y me parece de la misma talla
  87. Kapcake
    Jun 21, 2020
    3
    Graphics, soundtrack and story are great but the game is just painfully boring and repetitive
  88. explorerbay
    Jun 21, 2020
    5
    The story is good, the cutscenes, the graphics, the soundtrack but the gameplay is monotonous for 2/3 of the game, it was a difficult one to finished because of that.
  89. Kuopiotis
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This is one of the most diversive games. It's surely is not for everyone. But it is epic! Amazing story, gameplay is chasing from stealth to now action (plus stealth+action on other parts) after Chapter 4, a lot of twist, great character development! Combine these with the amazing graphics and soundtrack and you have one of the best games of this generation!
  90. Billo1985
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Best game in this generation, another masterpiece from kojima, can't wait for his next game
  91. adik283
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Это очень красивая игра, в ней присутствует интересный сюжет. К геймплею нужно привыкнуть, и как только ты это делаешь начинаешь получать удовольствие. Но нужно отметить что пару глав очень сильно затянуты и испорчены ненужным бэктрекингом.
    Не гениальная, но очень приятная игра.    Это очень красивая игра, в ней присутствует интересный сюжет. К геймплею нужно привыкнуть, и как только ты это делаешь начинаешь получать удовольствие. Но нужно отметить что пару глав очень сильно затянуты и испорчены ненужным бэктрекингом.
    Не гениальная, но очень приятная игра.
  92. artemiparavozov
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    a lot of long cutscenes, Kojima tried in earnest, sometimes it is boring and drawn out, but all the same, I think it deserves 10/10
  93. Joly_Mops
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Кодзима гений, и этим все сказано.Игра просто потрясающая.Графика топ, персонажи топ, вообщем 10 Коджумбеков из 10
  94. KasperNyvang
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    It's a good slowpaced game.
    First game from Hideo Kojima that i have placed, and i was blow away with the story and characters
  95. AsadButt
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Very different adventure game . Visuals , music gameplay is Excellent. Gets 5-6 hours to get into the game . The beginning part is boring but gradually blossoms something into really exciting and worth the journey !!
  96. ElObjetivo89
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    An incredible experience.
    Juegazo único y espectacular.
    Los diseños son para quitarse el sombrero (grande Shinkawa) y está presente de nuevo el gusto por el detallismo extremo . Es curioso lo que sucede con los paisajes en este juego, y la sensación de tierra primigenia y mundo limpio que transmiten. La jugabilidad es sólida (no espere un juego de acción, porque no lo es) y la trama    An incredible experience.
    Juegazo único y espectacular.
    Los diseños son para quitarse el sombrero (grande Shinkawa) y está presente de nuevo el gusto por el detallismo extremo .
    Es curioso lo que sucede con los paisajes en este juego, y la sensación de tierra primigenia y mundo limpio que transmiten.
    La jugabilidad es sólida (no espere un juego de acción, porque no lo es) y la trama excepcional, destacando el final, que me ha dejado con la boca abierta. Total, que no he podido parar de jugar.
    Lo recomiendo muchísimo.    … Expand
  97. pipechile
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    una joya ...grande kohima por un juego arriesgado ... necesitamos mas juegos con caracter.. unos graficos de lujo
  98. MaTTM1
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This gamę cery beatufull qnd cery intresting. Good story and cery intresting world.
  99. rainbox2134
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    An excellent game from which you get great pleasure. The author was not afraid to make his creation with such a monotonous gameplay that not everyone will like it. I admire this game.
  100. yavick
    Jun 20, 2020
    1
    un jeux ou sa passe ou sa casse désoler pour moi sa casse et cest la première fois que je vais le retourné en magasin pour me faire remboursé
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 111 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 111
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 111
  3. Negative: 3 out of 111
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Mar 18, 2020
    100
    Death Stranding is creating a new game genre and therefore paves its own path towards more interactive experiences. It is a brave work thanks to its novelty, which fortunately is not a bragging right for its creators, as it may have seemed, but an exceptional title that will reward the brave who play it. [Issue#299]
  2. New York Daily News
    Mar 18, 2020
    80
    This game does manage to be fun, even if it is one of the heaviest experiences of 2019. Everything from story to gameplay is begging to be dissected, filled with imagery and symbolism -- just like so many Kojima games before this one. Entering Death Stranding, it’s likely that we all thought Kojima’s calling card was lengthy cutscenes and stealth and action gameplay.
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  3. Carole Quintaine
    Jan 29, 2020
    100
    Death Stranding stands as a powerful author’s game which drives a strong message of how our over-connected society is evolving, and how we can help other players. Unlike many AAA games, it shines on a truly spiritual level. Well written, engaging and visually magnificent, it offers, despite some pacing flaws, an astonishing solo game with elegant multiplayer elements. A unique representation of Hideo Kojima’s talent.
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