Death Stranding

 PlayStation 4
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7.4

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  1. cas514
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I can't believe how much hate this game has gotten. A game that focuses on the beauty of players working together to built a better world instead of killing each other and competing with each other. A game that uses the open world as a gameplay mechanic instead of canvas to pad out the run time with pointless objectives and filler collectibles. I completed this game in 100+ plus hours, andI can't believe how much hate this game has gotten. A game that focuses on the beauty of players working together to built a better world instead of killing each other and competing with each other. A game that uses the open world as a gameplay mechanic instead of canvas to pad out the run time with pointless objectives and filler collectibles. I completed this game in 100+ plus hours, and after beating it i just want to start over and do it all again. Anyone that calls this just a walking sim should just stick to COD or whatever boring shooter is popular today, im happy just using my ladders and ropes. I really have no interest in games that dont innovate gaming. I really hope we get a sequel.… Expand
  2. Pavlol
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    I personally really enjoyed the game. Great story. These **** reviews just show how people just want the same kind of game everytime. Kojima did a brilliant job. Well done
  3. TwinkieGorilla
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I went into this with healthy skepticism and walked away declaring this an absolute masterpiece. I am 42 years old and have been a gamer since the Commodore 64 and I can safely say neither I nor you have ever played a game quite like this. The story, the characters & the addicting game loop had me mesmerized for 60 hours of free-time straight...and I'm still not done with it and stillI went into this with healthy skepticism and walked away declaring this an absolute masterpiece. I am 42 years old and have been a gamer since the Commodore 64 and I can safely say neither I nor you have ever played a game quite like this. The story, the characters & the addicting game loop had me mesmerized for 60 hours of free-time straight...and I'm still not done with it and still can't put it down.

    Don't trust the dullards review-bombing this game and don't self-clown & pass on it!    … Expand
  4. Sadboybebop
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Yet another Kojima masterpiece. Would recommend this game to anyone who loves Kojima and loves complex storylines.
  5. Alexandre1799
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Amazing story, and addicting gameplay, the world is made in a way that the paths you choose feel challenging, but also is perfect for you to plan your route and combat encounters in the loneliness of the map, it is a relieve among all the games today that just feel the same thing over and over again, is the perfect title fot those moments when you think "i wanted to play somethingAmazing story, and addicting gameplay, the world is made in a way that the paths you choose feel challenging, but also is perfect for you to plan your route and combat encounters in the loneliness of the map, it is a relieve among all the games today that just feel the same thing over and over again, is the perfect title fot those moments when you think "i wanted to play something different, but what?" I hope kojima keep thinking out of the box and giving us new creative games, and that other developers follow his example.… Expand
  6. flametail23
    Nov 18, 2019
    3
    I'm sorry but Death Stranding is a ultimately pointless and boring game to play. Yes the graphics look nice and it holds a couple of great moments but the gameplay itself leaves alot to be desired.
  7. Melora
    Nov 18, 2019
    0
    Boring and self-indulgent nonsense. Kojima believing his own hype. This the best they can do, a literal walking simulator? Pretends to be deep but is only pretentious twaddle. It's not a game, it a collection of cutscenes at most. Avoid.
  8. aenarvel
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I just finished it today after over 80 hours. It was awesome. Best game of the year, one of the best games of the decade! Truly a masterpiece. I'm so sad that some people could get into it. Well, it's a sing of our times that people have built walls even in their minds, which prevent them from understanding and appreciating such treasures like this one!
  9. ElWray
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    So I just finished the game and felt like I had to leave a review to counter a bit of the hate on here.
    It took me about 49 hours to complete all the chapters, doing quite a number of side missions, but not nearly all of them.
    And I just have to say that this has been one of the most unique game experiences I've had in a long time. And last time I felt so immersed in a game was last    So I just finished the game and felt like I had to leave a review to counter a bit of the hate on here.
    It took me about 49 hours to complete all the chapters, doing quite a number of side missions, but not nearly all of them.

    And I just have to say that this has been one of the most unique game experiences I've had in a long time. And last time I felt so immersed in a game was last year with read dead. And contrary to what has been going around on the internet, I’ve had fun with the game from the moment I started it.
    The gameplay is very strategic, deals with a lot of management and is downright addicting and thrilling. Having to move a **** ton of cargo through a challenging terrain, planning your route, planning the trip, dealing with all the obstacles and challenges along the way. Also the passing in which the map and upgrades are revealed and implemented is amazing, changing up the core gameplay with crazy bosses and other mini gameplay elements that we come to know from Kojima.
    Also the online element is really cool and refreshing. Had so much fun seeing other peoples structures and signs, helping me out and making my travels easter.
    The story is fun and interesting. It’s a bit mystical and has many fantasy elements. But it also deals with some more philosophical and more current subjects. Some that our friends from the US might take a bit too personal, especially coming from a non-american. And I feel like some journalists and internet media kinda showed how toxic they can be, when creators don’t show America in the fantastic light, leading the world and propagating how great of a country it is.
    So I think a lot of the hate also comes from this. And the fact that they take what Kojima said about Americans liking shooters more, being taken too personal. And If you rate this game 0 because of that… Pretty pathetic I must say.

    All and all, I feel like we had these sort of weird experiences a lot more in the PS2 and GameCube era. I guess gamers were a little different back then. And I don’t understand all the fuss. It’s a really, really good game. Sure, silly at times, maybe even a bit cringy. But that’s Ok. It’s unapologetically itself. And I’m pretty sure that this game will reveal itself to be a pretty big cult classic and all the downvotes in the world isn’t going to change that. Why? You might ask? Because, again, It’s really that good. You just need to give it time to breathe and don’t rush to finish it in under forty hours. And to top it all off: 1) No microtransactions 2) a completely new and super creative IP from great talents in gaming and film. 3) A story that ends and doesn’t build up to a shared universe!

    I recommend this to anyone who likes strategy, the best item management since RE4, creative story, amazing environments and taking their time. Be patient and be open to what this game wants to give, and you’ll probably be as addicted and fascinated with this game as I am.    … Expand
  10. jfuruuchi
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Com quase 50 horas de jogo e já chegando ao final, sinto uma pena imensa em terminar essa obra prima do Kojima. Com certeza levarei comigo os momentos épicos de caminhadas solitárias ao som de Low Roar. História e gráficos incomparáveis. Uma pena ter gerado tanto hate dos Caixistas .

    With almost 50 hours of play and already coming to an end, I feel a great pity in finishing this Kojima    Com quase 50 horas de jogo e já chegando ao final, sinto uma pena imensa em terminar essa obra prima do Kojima. Com certeza levarei comigo os momentos épicos de caminhadas solitárias ao som de Low Roar. História e gráficos incomparáveis. Uma pena ter gerado tanto hate dos Caixistas .

    With almost 50 hours of play and already coming to an end, I feel a great pity in finishing this Kojima masterpiece. I will surely take with me the epic moments of solitary walks to the sound of Low Roar. Amazing history and graphics. A pity to have generated the related "hate" from players.    … Expand
  11. Clintzubeans
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    This is my non-spoiler review of Death Stranding...I fell in love with every aspect of this game throughout my play through. The addicting game play loop of gathering materials to construct various objects in the world (Bridges, Roads, Time Fall shelters, Recharge Stations), as well as delivering packages in good condition to get likes, stat boosts, and new items. At first the traversalThis is my non-spoiler review of Death Stranding...I fell in love with every aspect of this game throughout my play through. The addicting game play loop of gathering materials to construct various objects in the world (Bridges, Roads, Time Fall shelters, Recharge Stations), as well as delivering packages in good condition to get likes, stat boosts, and new items. At first the traversal mechanics can seem cumbersome, but after a while it becomes second nature and I grew to really appreciate how realistic and tactile it was. As you get further into the game and begin upgrading Sams stats and unlocking new ways of traversal it really opens up the possibilities and gives a real sand box-like experience. Vehicles are extremely fun to navigate with. I found it a fun challenge trying to climb steep cliffs with a motorcycle or truck so I could arrive with all my cargo, and the power skeletons are a godsend for maximizing the amount of gear you can travel with on foot. The acting is for the most part excellent all around. Mads Mickelson is a stand out, especially towards the end of the game. There are a few characters that come off odd, but they are relegated to side missions that aren't integral to the games story. The story is so intriguing and deep and it makes you want to get down to the bottom of what is going on in it's bizarre and stunning world. Sometimes the way it is fed to you can be a little on the nose or strange, but it didn't detract from the story it was trying to tell overall. There are so many memorable moments that impacted me on a deep emotional level. Game graphics need no comment, as they are easily the best looking graphics of the generation. Performance was extremely solid on my PS4 slim and I didn't encounter a single glitch or noticeable drop in frame rate. Character, enemy, and environment design is all top notch. Everything has had a painstaking amount of detail poured into it and it truly shows. Bosses are such a spectacle and can be quite challenging if you are unprepared to deal with them. Normal BT's are extremely nerve racking when you encounter them and have led to some truly intense and memorable moments. At the end of the day there is truly no game like Death Stranding. The best way I can describe it is an experience. When I completed it, it felt like I had been on an epic journey that I had put my blood, sweat, and tears into. Riding the highest highs and crushing lows right along with Sam. It's a game that can only be fully appreciated and understood by actually playing through it entirely. I truly believe that once the dust on controversy has settled, people will look back on Death Stranding as one of the best and most important pieces of entertainment media ever created. Up there with the likes of Inception and the Lord of the Rings. I will never forget my time with Death Stranding, and as I completed my journey I was sad that I will never be able to experience it for the first time again. For those who are on the fence about this game, please give it a try and go into it with an open mind. If you can actually make it to the end of the journey, there is no way you could call this anything less than a great game. For me, it is a masterpiece and sits atop the throne of my favorite games of all time. This is my honest review of the game and I give it my score not to combat the bad scores, but because it's just how I feel about the game.… Expand
  12. DavidMartia
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Un juego que de verdad no es para todo el mundo, tiene muy buena historia, una magnifica banda sonora y una experiencia muy agradable, el juego al ser un "genero nuevo" no le va a gustar a todo el mudo pero antes de hacer criticas injustas denle una oportunidad, si no pueden jugarlo, miren gameplays en youtube, pues este juego de verdad vale la pena, aunque en algunos momentos si deja queUn juego que de verdad no es para todo el mundo, tiene muy buena historia, una magnifica banda sonora y una experiencia muy agradable, el juego al ser un "genero nuevo" no le va a gustar a todo el mudo pero antes de hacer criticas injustas denle una oportunidad, si no pueden jugarlo, miren gameplays en youtube, pues este juego de verdad vale la pena, aunque en algunos momentos si deja que desear y se vuelve un poco aburrido "momentos de recorrer grandes distancias una y otra vez", pero al realizar esas misiones obtenemos la recompensa de ver parte de la historia que nos engancha y nos deja con la intriga que nos empuja a seguir jugando y si no vemos el juego con mala cara y tratamos de centrarnos en ver los puntos fuertes y tratar de disfrutarlo, realmente podemos darnos cuenta que el juego es una obra de arte. El modo multijugador nos deja disfrutando bastante ya que podemos interactuar de manera indirecta con otros jugadores lo que lo hace realmente bonito, ver y encontrar una escalera para que atrevieses una zona más rápido, un mensaje de apoyo, una advertencia de lo que se aproxima, es muy bonito y una manera bastante entretenida de hacer un multijugador, gracias por este juego, que en sin más, una obra de arte.… Expand
  13. Thayne
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is a game not for everyone.

    Ironically, a game that is all about connecting people and bringing them together, Death Stranding is the most divisive title of the decade. Being able to enjoy this game comes down to whether or not you're able to appreciate games as an art form or if you only play games for fun. In Death Stranding you play as Sam, a package delivery guy    Death Stranding is a game not for everyone.

    Ironically, a game that is all about connecting people and bringing them together, Death Stranding is the most divisive title of the decade. Being able to enjoy this game comes down to whether or not you're able to appreciate games as an art form or if you only play games for fun.

    In Death Stranding you play as Sam, a package delivery guy snatched into the service of an organization trying to re-establish a nationwide network in post-apocalyptic America. You pick up delivery orders and traverse the distance between the cities - mostly on foot. If you feel like pulling a heavy load of cargo across long distances on challenging terrain is a drag, you would be correct. But make no mistake, this is by design. As mentioned earlier this game is all about making connections and building bridges - both literally and figuratively. Death Stranding continuously highlights how much harder things are to do on your own by creating a stark contrast between making deliveries to a new location for the very first time and returning to a place you already connected to the others. Bringing nodes online shares the area with other players, allowing you to use equipment, vehicles and structures they left behind by other Sams moving through. Using paths in common with others also clears the terrain from rocks and creates natural dirt paths. You can even co-operate with other players and build paved roads spanning great distances around and above otherwise dangerous areas.

    Most of Death Stranding's gameplay mechanics have to do with cargo. Whether carrying things as the main gameplay loop is something you can enjoy or not is entirely up to your personal preference, but it's undeniably well designed. Sam has a limit to how much he can carry, both in weight and volume. The shape and weight of his cargo loadout affects his stability and movement speed. His ability to maintain his balance is affected by many things, like slopes, terrain and the sharpness of his turns. You have complete control over Sam, but he also has momentum. The only time I ever had to fight the controls was when I was trying to interact with the floating cargo carrier I was dragging behind me. The game also has combat features that should feel very familiar to Metal Gear Solid players, although with much less variety.

    To keep this review spoiler free, I'm not going to discuss the story in much detail. The world of Death Stranding is strange and fascinating, with bits and pieces of the details fed to the player as Sam progresses across the continent. In typical Kojima fashion the story is both another strong point of the game and sometimes comes off a little preachy. The dialogue also misses a few beats.

    Positives:
    + the world and the characters are excellent
    + a truly unique game

    Negatives:
    - has pacing issues
    - it's not for everyone    … Expand
  14. VictorKudr
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Идиальная игра, лучшая за последним 5 лет.
  15. NooknCranny
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    I think the game is a slow burn but some how with little patience i can see the ideas and i feel like a survivor delivering in a apocalyptic world. A bloody transporter revolving around a genuinely interesting story.
  16. Grindmaker
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Best game of 2019.
    The plot obscures all the problems of gameplay.
    Go eat hamburgers, brainless idiots who specifically underestimate.
  17. Godlight
    Nov 16, 2019
    0
    Massenger man look sick laster kojima u troll damn america people goofy non understand your game nuclear bommer begin your game it shame for u to sony & pc in future same rip.
  18. MarcelloTavares
    Nov 18, 2019
    3
    Are you kidding me ? Is this a demo ? Kojima spent so much time doing "the movie" he forgot he had to do a game too ? And all this crap from the "real critics" about that this is a masterpiece ? Is that a kind of "Shakespeare in Love" situation ? Of course it will win game of the year... we poor mortals dont understand the genius of Kojima. Walking simulator...
  19. Umar_Ali
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The first ten hours of this game is just tutorials about walking, the game has some interesting stuff after that but isn't enough to redeem this steaming pile of garbage.
    The story itself is shamelessly plagiarized from the anime Evangelion.
    Kojima even included the idea of four explosions changing the whole world as we know it from the anime.    … Expand
  20. UhFitz
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is a wonderful game but is not for everyone. I found this game relaxing and memorizing with it's story and game play. Some will not enjoy the slow pace game play but this certainly picks up in the later half of the game, I assume the majority of reviews are from users who have NOT beat the game or even got passed the first 3 episodes out of 14. The start of the game is theDeath Stranding is a wonderful game but is not for everyone. I found this game relaxing and memorizing with it's story and game play. Some will not enjoy the slow pace game play but this certainly picks up in the later half of the game, I assume the majority of reviews are from users who have NOT beat the game or even got passed the first 3 episodes out of 14. The start of the game is the only thing not letting me give this a 10, the story telling world everything is great. If you enjoy Euro Truck Simulator or games where you deliver cargo you will enjoy this, if you are a hardcore action fan who wants every moment to be crazy this isn't for you. It's slow paced and rewarding for those who choose to enjoy something instead of dismissing a game after 2 hours of game play. You wouldn't watch a movie for 10 minutes and say it's the worst movie ever made, why would you do the same with a game? Full game will likely take 38-42 hours depending on your play style.

    First half of the game 7/10
    Second half of the game 10/10    … Expand
  21. Draxxthemsklons
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    First off, this is not a game for everyone. Like most Kojima games he mixes a complex story with well developed characters with gameplay that on the surface seems very basic, maybe somewhat monotonous, but the more you invest in it the more complex and rewarding it becomes. There are many negative reviews but my theory is it’s mostly from people who just rushed through the game not takingFirst off, this is not a game for everyone. Like most Kojima games he mixes a complex story with well developed characters with gameplay that on the surface seems very basic, maybe somewhat monotonous, but the more you invest in it the more complex and rewarding it becomes. There are many negative reviews but my theory is it’s mostly from people who just rushed through the game not taking in any aspect of it. Pissed their vehicles kept breaking down and not knowing why they can’t find generators. If you try and rush through this game you’re gonna be sorely disappointed. You actually have to prep for most mission, yes they all do boil down into fetch quests, but traversing through the environments lends enough variation that it was hard for me to become bored. Working with other players to build structures to make travel easier was probably the most rewarding for me putting in materials to help build roads only to come back later and it was completely built was an awesome experience. It’s a game where if you got it day one everything you make will make it easier for people who play it later on which is the most innovative mechanic I’ve seen in any game this year. I’m only giving it a 9 out of ten cause it gives you the option to pee on stuff just not the bosses and that’s a missed opportunity if I’ve ever seen one.… Expand
  22. polltonniy
    Nov 18, 2019
    1
    Death Stranding’s narrative was good but this game definitely needs to have actual gameplay.
  23. whatiswrongwith
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Breathtaking, original, deep, and rewarding. Death Stranding is a truly immersive experience that rewarded me greatly for committing to its strangely imagined, darkly emotional, yet constantly subversive, timely, and even funny, world. The gameplay mechanic satisfyingly complements the narrative in a way that I found amusingly realistic. The game moves at a slower pace, and this pace madeBreathtaking, original, deep, and rewarding. Death Stranding is a truly immersive experience that rewarded me greatly for committing to its strangely imagined, darkly emotional, yet constantly subversive, timely, and even funny, world. The gameplay mechanic satisfyingly complements the narrative in a way that I found amusingly realistic. The game moves at a slower pace, and this pace made the game more rewarding and immersive than nearly every game I've played recently. The opening hours are very cinematic heavy, and you will feel like your play is but a footnote for the first two. But those cinematics drew me in with their eerie mystery, and I appreciated how the gameplay matched their tone. I recommend keeping an open mind and letting yourself sink into Kojima's headtrip. You won't be disappointed. Death Stranding excels at exploring wide ranges of emotions with its often perilous and then often oddly idyllic scenarios: fear gives way to hope, disconnectedness is replaced with togetherness, frailty soon transforms into empowerment. You will spend time carefully navigating jaw-droppingly beautiful landscapes. The size of the world will weigh on you, and you will feel genuine relief and empowerment when you gain new ways of traversing environments and overcoming the threats you face. The negative reviews are clearly based on the opening two chapters, and I completely agree that players will do a lot of listening, watching, and walking for the first few hours. But I found these hours especially emotional and beautiful, and I was intrigued by how this game just doesn't feel like other games. I think the negative reviews overlook how integral the early game's slow pace and terrifying world are to the game's impressive narrative arc and the amazingly crafted moments that you experience when you later survive particularly harrowing situations. It is there--when a dark corner of the world throws a seemingly impossible challenge your way, and escaping that corner reveals a beautiful landscape with new sights, sounds, and genuine feelings of relief--that this game is such a massive success. Few games, if any, excel like Death Stranding does at delivering the truly significant emotional moments that I think make gaming such a special medium. If you are looking for something deeper, odder, more unique, and more beautiful than your typical gaming fodder, I heartily recommend Death Stranding.… Expand
  24. xanfus
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    The game has given what lone gamer wants and deserves: society, panorama, a job. Sometimes job gives sense of significance to somebody. NPCs tell u are special all the time. Till u believe in this world, you are involved. One doesn't even get happy in this game, just relieved, like in "Dark souls". But that's enough, that's my everyday life. Ingenious game, truly, because it's simple. DoThe game has given what lone gamer wants and deserves: society, panorama, a job. Sometimes job gives sense of significance to somebody. NPCs tell u are special all the time. Till u believe in this world, you are involved. One doesn't even get happy in this game, just relieved, like in "Dark souls". But that's enough, that's my everyday life. Ingenious game, truly, because it's simple. Do you know the proverb "everything ingenious is simple"?… Expand
  25. jonatastrafa
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I have 30+ hours in the game and I do not get tired of it. I'm having so much fun that time just flies. Don't understand how so much people think it's boring.
  26. DmitryV
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Игра на твёрдую 8, ставлю 10 т.к тупые люди ставят низкие оценки) По мне игра бомба, Кодзима гений, жанр очень не обычный реально по началу скучно и нихера не понятно, но после 10 часов начинаешь затягиватся, становиться очень интересно на третьей главе , когда появляется транспорт, помощь связь с другими игроками, прям эффекты вау ловишь) В общем ребята не бросайте игру, не хейтите,Игра на твёрдую 8, ставлю 10 т.к тупые люди ставят низкие оценки) По мне игра бомба, Кодзима гений, жанр очень не обычный реально по началу скучно и нихера не понятно, но после 10 часов начинаешь затягиватся, становиться очень интересно на третьей главе , когда появляется транспорт, помощь связь с другими игроками, прям эффекты вау ловишь) В общем ребята не бросайте игру, не хейтите, поиграйте и поймёте в чём соки. Реально игра бомба… Expand
  27. khimmy6171
    Nov 18, 2019
    0
    After spending a couple of hours on the game (somewhere between Chapter 1 and 2), all I ever can think of was I probably wasted $60 on this game. I wasn't sure whether I even had the desire to continue playing this game, let alone finishing it.
    As soon as chapter 2 ended, things started to pick up. I now know how to use things, where to go and more importantly how this game works.
    Now I    After spending a couple of hours on the game (somewhere between Chapter 1 and 2), all I ever can think of was I probably wasted $60 on this game. I wasn't sure whether I even had the desire to continue playing this game, let alone finishing it.
    As soon as chapter 2 ended, things started to pick up. I now know how to use things, where to go and more importantly how this game works.
    Now I am "really" enjoying this game and I am only at Chapter 3. This game definitely is a slow-starter.
    This game reminds me of employing strategies of moving/collecting junks (and the satisfaction that followed) in Fallout games. The element is there and I can't believe Kojima-san took this element into an addicting, fun game.
    As with other Kojima-san games, the attention to detail is top-notch and the graphics are.... insanely detailed and clean-cut. Can't wait to go back home and continue the game.    … Expand
  28. Robgilb9
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Brilliant game. Breath of fresh air in the gaming world. On so many levels this game is amazing but like all truely great thing get more appreciated in time. Thank you kojima
  29. Vitmex
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    When buying this game, you must understand what you get.
    If you are familiar with Kojima games, how it works with the world, gameplay and characters, the game will not disappoint you.
  30. TrueGangsta94
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Not a usual game and thats why i love it.
    Yes. You a delivery guy BUT! Not a usually delivery..and think about it..All in the games you need to kill that or that...bit here death stranding is on another dimension..another level..you cant explain the srory in the first hour..and you play and delivery and build structures and have fun..its not boreing..expect me..
  31. kimedes
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    The best game I have ever played, this 0 score is from xbox owners that is jealous of the Game of The Year. It's a game that you have to play to see for yourself how great it is, it's not a simple game is very complex, the history of the game is better than most movies and the graphics is probably the best of the generation, so there's not even a reason to score it 0 even if you don't likeThe best game I have ever played, this 0 score is from xbox owners that is jealous of the Game of The Year. It's a game that you have to play to see for yourself how great it is, it's not a simple game is very complex, the history of the game is better than most movies and the graphics is probably the best of the generation, so there's not even a reason to score it 0 even if you don't like it, it would deserve at least 7. But for me it's 100 and I think 100 is not enough to rank this game, because it surpass what game is, it redefined games to the next level.… Expand
  32. B3lf3gor
    Nov 18, 2019
    8
    Aunque es un juego de mensajero, las cosas que ye vas encontrando en el camino es lo que lo hace unico , buen juego
  33. Smithergoesmeow
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    I am not really a fan of kojima, tried really hard to play MGS V and just couldn't push through the tedious feeling of so many missions where I didn't know who I was killing or saving or why. That being said, this game is reminiscent of that, a bunch of "side quests" that can seem like filler. In death stranding though, you can decide where you want to do these fetch quests to get certainI am not really a fan of kojima, tried really hard to play MGS V and just couldn't push through the tedious feeling of so many missions where I didn't know who I was killing or saving or why. That being said, this game is reminiscent of that, a bunch of "side quests" that can seem like filler. In death stranding though, you can decide where you want to do these fetch quests to get certain kinds of gagets and upgrades, which makes it alot lessless tedious. What this game has done right is an absolutely stunning environment, great world building and great characters. I can't even begin to say how fun it is, if your one to get lost in a game or in movies, you will definitely get lost in this world. If you thought that the initial trailers were very interesting and you enjoy when a a game that isn't afraid to have slow moments, and let you really get the feeling of being on a journey across hostile terrain, then this game is for you. Don't let negative reviews deter you if your on the fence. Also the shared world elements are major, unforseen positive you really feel like you and other players are working together. Also, every game element has a story reason, he doesn't just throw in say like fast travel with no explanation like most open world games… Expand
  34. Navifighter64
    Nov 18, 2019
    3
    A decir verdad, no planeo ofender a nadie particular, pero el hecho de ir caminando de punto A a punto B sin nada en medio más que un grupo chico de gente con armas que no se debería pelear sino que LITERALMENTE HAY QUE ESQUIVARLOS, no logra para mí ser un juego que valga la pena. La historia, por muy larga y compleja que sea, sirve para una película, no para un videojuego, y no creo, yaA decir verdad, no planeo ofender a nadie particular, pero el hecho de ir caminando de punto A a punto B sin nada en medio más que un grupo chico de gente con armas que no se debería pelear sino que LITERALMENTE HAY QUE ESQUIVARLOS, no logra para mí ser un juego que valga la pena. La historia, por muy larga y compleja que sea, sirve para una película, no para un videojuego, y no creo, ya en palabras generales, que Death stranding este hecho con tanta pasión como la que tanto decía Kojima. En fin, no me gustó, disculpen… Expand
  35. Gofek12
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Death stranding is just amazing to me .
    Yeah I really was afraid about getting bored with it or hating it but something about it really made me wanna try it .
    So i bought it , didn't regret it for a second , a game about connection, you are practically alone but I really found myself thinking there are other players here with me. How many times I was saved by someone else and hoping    Death stranding is just amazing to me .
    Yeah I really was afraid about getting bored with it or hating it but something about it really made me wanna try it .
    So i bought it , didn't regret it for a second , a game about connection, you are practically alone but I really found myself thinking there are other players here with me.
    How many times I was saved by someone else and hoping someone else by me .
    The world is empty but also so full , immersive, gorgeous and encourage you to go find cool stuff to make it better.
    The game opens up to you from second to second , you feel a part of this big plan of connecting the cities.
    It's not for everyone, if you can't live without constant action , shooting or interacting every second , it's definitely not for you.
    The atmosphere , the progress, the way which we wall help each other, those are the things that make this game amazing.
    I highly recommend it , hope it helped someone    … Expand
  36. etrigan
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    It's slow and repetitive. There, got that out of the way. But if you appreciate slow and beautiful films or slow and beautiful books, you'll find something truly special in this game. I've described it to friends as Metal Gear Solid meets Euro Truck Simulator. It's not for everyone. That's okay. If it's for you, you'll love it.
  37. Th3Ripp3r
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Beautiful! Atmospheric! Story Driven!
    Something fresh and new.

    The best game I've played in 2019.
  38. flykun0620
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    It's the best game I ever played, you can see how much effort and souls from Hideo Kojima. Yes, the gaming mechanism is delivering packages, but why could this become a problem? if you ever play Euro Truck Sim2 and its multiplayer mode, you will know it's kinda a similar experience, when you drive for the whole night and see the Sunrise at Scandinavia.
  39. mccollumni
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Usually I get burnt out on gameplay for games of this length, but the upgrading system kept awarding me gadgets that kept gameplay fresh, up until the very end. Somehow, they made delivering packages gratifying and addictive. I felt like I was an astronaut exploring a beautiful planet while doing these deliveries. This made much of my time spent with the game relaxing, almost therapeutic.Usually I get burnt out on gameplay for games of this length, but the upgrading system kept awarding me gadgets that kept gameplay fresh, up until the very end. Somehow, they made delivering packages gratifying and addictive. I felt like I was an astronaut exploring a beautiful planet while doing these deliveries. This made much of my time spent with the game relaxing, almost therapeutic. The story is very deep and involved with lots of twists and turns to add some weight and anticipation of the journey.

    I encourage you to take a chance on this game. Rent it for a weekend. If you're not hooked within the first few hours, then it might not be your game.    … Expand
  40. BRpreahBR
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    This game is very specific and not for anyone. I'm not a fan of these slower games myself. But Death Strading surprised me ... a unique game, a unique style in which the player really understands their purpose in the game and what they have to overcome in the game. The game has its flaws but for its grandeur deserves a note 10. Kojima is to be congratulated.
  41. TopChop12
    Nov 18, 2019
    3
    Why do you play games? Is it to get a breathtaking story? Or to look into the beautiful horizon? For me, it's the gameplay. They are called games for a reason, aren't they? I can't find any compelling gameplay here, and as a result, can't find any enjoyment. It looks like Kojima spent a little too much time looking at the faces and skyboxes and didn't make gameplay good enough to keep manyWhy do you play games? Is it to get a breathtaking story? Or to look into the beautiful horizon? For me, it's the gameplay. They are called games for a reason, aren't they? I can't find any compelling gameplay here, and as a result, can't find any enjoyment. It looks like Kojima spent a little too much time looking at the faces and skyboxes and didn't make gameplay good enough to keep many of us playing. Yes, the game looks beautiful, and yes, it runs very well, but did you buy this game for the gameplay? If you did, you made a bad purchase.… Expand
  42. Nacur
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Very nice and original game. An original sci-fi adventure, very well developed, an original gameplay satisfying to manage.
  43. Executtionerr
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    In all of my life, no game has moved me like this one. Is is a true work of art.
  44. keanu232
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    El videojuego cumple con las expectativas a nivel técnico de la consola de Sony. Una historia atrapante, unos gráficos a la altura y una banda sonora sublime.
    Como todo videojuego de Kojima abunda las referencias cinematográficas ya sea en las cinemáticas o narrativa. Es algo que nunca cambiará ni mucho menos desaparecerá en sus producciones. Esto define a los fans del asiático y debe ser    El videojuego cumple con las expectativas a nivel técnico de la consola de Sony. Una historia atrapante, unos gráficos a la altura y una banda sonora sublime.
    Como todo videojuego de Kojima abunda las referencias cinematográficas ya sea en las cinemáticas o narrativa. Es algo que nunca cambiará ni mucho menos desaparecerá en sus producciones. Esto define a los fans del asiático y debe ser una advertencia para sus detractores y nuevos usuarios. Si bien es cierto la jugabilidad es base importante de un videojuego tambien se debe considerar la subjetividad de la misma. Death Stranding trata de tener una jugabilidad propia y diferente, algo aue no se a visto fe manera integra hasta la fecha por ende es normal que no sea del agrado de todos; pero esto no debe verse como un defecto sino como el remarco de lo que la jugabilidad es, un factor meramente subjetivo. El sentimiento de soledad en el mapa, el grado de avance y progresión, el utilizar los elementos a disposicion para mejorar tus viajes, el apoyo de la comunidad, enfrentamiento no solo con enemigos sino considerar al mapa. Con una vida y desafio propio obliga a que sea el usuario tenga su misma y propia experiencia. Videojuego realmente recomendado.    … Expand
  45. CoffeeMugs
    Nov 18, 2019
    3
    Sadly this review will get lost in time like tears in rain. I'm still going to post it. TL;DR at the end.

    Death Stranding: Millions of dollars, Hollywood actors, one of the greatest game writer/directors of all time, in-house development from the largest console-developer - everything combined should be a recipe for a truly great game, that not only pushes the limits of the PlayStation,    Sadly this review will get lost in time like tears in rain. I'm still going to post it. TL;DR at the end.

    Death Stranding: Millions of dollars, Hollywood actors, one of the greatest game writer/directors of all time, in-house development from the largest console-developer - everything combined should be a recipe for a truly great game, that not only pushes the limits of the PlayStation, but also the limits of games as we know them - at least that was my (and a lot of other peoples') hope when Kojima left Konami.

    Does Death Stranding deliver? Unfortunately I have to answer that with a resounding NO.

    Well what went wrong then, did they cut the budget? Hire B-grade actors? Did Sony do a bad job in development? No, no and no they most certainly didn't. With a truly star studded cast and breath-taking graphics and sound design, it is very clear that all these aspects came together beautifully. But what about the last one?

    Hideo Kojima. The man behind Metal Gear, a series that has always been praised for it's game-play and storytelling. Finally he was set free from the shackles of Konami, free to write and design the game of his dreams. Kojima has always been one to favor the story, putting it front and center and building the action around it and now he could do that however he wanted, I'm afraid that once the strands (ha) Konami used to hold Kojima somewhat grounded broke, we all suffered for it, enter Death Stranding.

    The world in Death Stranding is a post-apocalyptic affair, filled with evil ghosts and insane delivery men (I am not making this up). While the mystery and design of these things definitely have atmosphere and are very cool, it's just not enough to carry a person through delivering parcels for 40 hours, especially when you keep slipping and tripping over rocks.

    And actually a whopping 90% of the game consists of this; Walking (or driving), avoiding big rocks while using your scanner to scan the terrain to find small rocks (not easily visible) that might make you trip. There are a bunch of different things that influence all this, how you stack your parcels, what gear you're wearing, your stamina, the weather etc. They really made it a _super_ deep "do I trip or no" system, but ultimately it is just that - ALL the action in the game is just that, do you trip or not? And while it actually manages to get your heart racing sometimes, those are way to few. The timers are never tight, the fragile cargo is never close to breaking, there's just no real sense of imminent danger.

    The last 10% is Combat and building/crafting.

    Combat is largely unnecessary and clunky, you're not able to quickly aim whatever weapon you have equipped and in the end, you often are just as well served by simply punching your enemies. If you do manage to kill someone, you're now faced with having to dispose of the body, since bodies blow up after a while, and guess how you dispose of the body? That's right, you have to carry the body to the nearest (which is NOT necessarily near you) incinerator just like you would a parcel.

    The building system is pretty deep, with 3 levels for each building, each requiring you to deliver a non-trivial amount of materials in order for the building to upgrade, SOME buildings require you to deliver materials to them in order for them to just be built - IE. bridges and roads which are among the most useful things you can construct. All buildings degrade over time and will be entirely removed if they degrade enough, which the fast-forward rain most certainly will assist with.

    Generally everything in the game feels like it's working against you, all your gear is constantly degrading and will degrade quite a bit faster in the fast-forward rain, rocks are your worst enemy with rivers being a close second, the power for your electric legs or your car or bike. The game is built to be played slowly, at least I hope it is, because the controls are just horribly set up for fast paced action.

    The story is fine, but the pace is so incredibly slow, EVEN if you only do story-missions, there's just a LOT of filler missions that are inconsequential to the story. Even then a lot of the story is weird just for weirds sake.

    In the end you have a very slow paced and often clunky post apocalyptic, sci-fi postman simulator with a weird and cool backstory, and that's just not for me.

    TL;DR: IF you want to play this game on easy difficulty AND you enjoy slow, repetitive walks through a very beautiful, quiet landscape with the occasional action scene thrown in there, then you'll love this game, it's SLOW. If you're expecting a game with any kind of pace or action or anything that has a semblance of Metal Gear spirit, then look somewhere else, because - I promise you - this is just a sci-fi UPS simulator.    … Expand
  46. Disterbedphoeni
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Episodes 1 and 2 are definitely teaching you how to play the game, it takes roughly 10 hours to get through the epilogue and first two episodes. People at the very least need to get to episode 3 in order for the game to fully open up. It is such a great game with an easy concept deliver packages from point A to point B and Sometimes to point C. This game is not for everyone and that doesn't make it not a Masterpiece. I am not a Kojima fan, I dont care for any of the metal gear solid games but for some reason I absolutely loved this game. Give it a try push through episodes 1 and 2 and I promise the game will change. The community for the game has done some amazing building with structures and given the game life. It truly is a great experience. Again though the game isn't for everyone.… Expand
  47. Miraider
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    This is my first ever review, so bear with me.

    It's hard to describe this game. At first, it's very confusing. Barely explained mechanics, very limited world building. You're thrown into the game like you know what the hell is going on. Then your sole purpose is to deliver stuff from point A to point B. That's not fun, is it? But the goal isn't to deliver, the goal is to find a path    This is my first ever review, so bear with me.

    It's hard to describe this game. At first, it's very confusing. Barely explained mechanics, very limited world building. You're thrown into the game like you know what the hell is going on. Then your sole purpose is to deliver stuff from point A to point B. That's not fun, is it?
    But the goal isn't to deliver, the goal is to find a path through this beautiful barren post apocalyptic world. Will you climb a mountain to avoid a zone full of BTs, or will you go straight through them? Will you jump across a chasm and risk dying, or wall extra 300m to avoid it? The journey is the gameplay loop here, and it's quite challenging and evolving with constantly changing environment. You get a lot of tools that helps you traverse this world a little bit easier. You can deploy ladders, build bridges and shelters; you can equip yourself with exoskeletons, weapons, ride a bike or a truck.

    And here's where the main draw in comes - the online aspect of the game. What you build or leave in this world behind may be picked up or used by other players. You will never see them, but the feeling when you get a message "Player X used your bridge" is very gratifying. So much so, that I find myself running around the world, placing constructions on convenient locations, hoping that someone will use them. It goes the other way too. When I try to cross a river and then I see a bridge placed by another player, I always leave a few likes. Yes, there is a like system. Instead of XP points you collect and give likes. It's simple and it's working, not much else to say about that.

    I'm not going to talk about inventory. In my opinion it's very easy to navigate and it has some very convenient features that I find very useful, there are couple things I miss, like capacity of vehicles, but it's not something I can't work around.

    What should definitely draw your attention is the story and the lore. Although you are basically thrown into it, and you will have a lot of questions about what is going on. The story periodically sprinkle bits and pieces of the overarching puzzle that will keep you interested in delivering more packages just so you can find out what it all means.

    Cutscenes are amazing, people should stop using term voice acting and just say acting. Actors' performances made me feel for them, even though I had no idea what they're saying sometimes. To its own detriment, the perfect representation of the actors and especially the main protagonist somewhat broke my immersion. I didn't see Sam Bridges, I saw Norman Reedus. Occasional 4th wall breaking didn't help either.

    It's also important to notice that there are no bugs, at least nothing major and that's admirable at these days.I would give this game a ten, but initial confusion, and a in my opinion lackluster explanation of some of the game mechanics make this game an 9/10.

    If nothing else, this game is a unique experience in AAA category and we should appreciate innovation, even if for some this is an absolute failure.    … Expand
  48. Fofi666
    Nov 18, 2019
    4
    Boring, repetitive, nonsense game, kojima has to be laughing a lot about us. We bought the worst game pf 2019
  49. Rockafelow
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I started this game and I was not able to leave the controller out of my hand for the first 5 hours.

    The story is captivating 10/10 The visuals are some of the Best 11/10 The game play is slower than what I was used to but it does relay the feelings of loneliness and dread 9/10 The asymmetrical multiplayer system is brilliant 10/10 Might not be the game for you if you don't like    I started this game and I was not able to leave the controller out of my hand for the first 5 hours.

    The story is captivating 10/10
    The visuals are some of the Best 11/10
    The game play is slower than what I was used to but it does relay the feelings of loneliness and dread 9/10
    The asymmetrical multiplayer system is brilliant 10/10

    Might not be the game for you if you don't like methodical games    … Expand
  50. Findy
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    One of best games of Kojima.

    Masterpiece :)

    New fresh gamplay, it is not the usual open world FPS, we need of something new, thanks Kojima.
  51. Chris_Nails
    Nov 17, 2019
    0
    Welp, it is empty. I think it's about time the open world trend died. This is like No man's sky all over again.
  52. flubbynuts
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    It's been a while since I played a game and cannot put the controller down. It's been a while since I play a game and want to 100% it.
    Death Stranding is a different game.
    It's exploration, it's mystery, it's horror and weirdness. You'll get to shooting but just halfway in game. But the little shooting you do will leave you wanting for more. But this is not a shooter. Asynchronous    It's been a while since I played a game and cannot put the controller down. It's been a while since I play a game and want to 100% it.
    Death Stranding is a different game.
    It's exploration, it's mystery, it's horror and weirdness.
    You'll get to shooting but just halfway in game. But the little shooting you do will leave you wanting for more. But this is not a shooter. Asynchronous multiplayer is great when you suddenly will have bridge where you most need it because another player made it and both benefit. It's not a game for everyone in the same way sports games and battle royales are not for me. Thanks Kojima and Sony for believing.    … Expand
  53. ThiagoTitonel
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Great experience. Truly loving it. The strategy is key. The story is superb. The music, very well chosen. The "multiplayer" is fair and enriching. Finally a meaningful game.
  54. Mutio
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I screwed up on an early mission and it took me way longer then it should have. I love a slow burn intro and this has one. So if it's not for you it's not for you. But I'm hooked. I can't stop thinking about this game and it brings me so much enjoyment. The mechanics, the world, the plot. And I get it it, it's not for everyone. But it's definitely for me!
  55. Petuda
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    Mature Journey 2.0 with strand philosophy, enveloping music and a touching story
  56. Hardsmoker
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Awesome game and one of unique that I've ever played!
    Inside of game you will found many many mechanics like road connection i would and help another couriers to their deliver cargos, vehicles, weapons, crafting system and many others great things. Sometimes game like immersive sim another time it's like horror or third person shooter. Thanks to Kojima Productions for the great experience.
  57. Zapadlisto
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    This game gives unusual experience. First of all, yes it is not the first person shoter with rading simulator elements, with Death star and jedi swords. I say so, because tones of people were expectin something else but not the Death stranding game)) The game is all about your inner thinking, phylosophy, depression and so on. But newertheless the game can seem to be boring is veryThis game gives unusual experience. First of all, yes it is not the first person shoter with rading simulator elements, with Death star and jedi swords. I say so, because tones of people were expectin something else but not the Death stranding game)) The game is all about your inner thinking, phylosophy, depression and so on. But newertheless the game can seem to be boring is very interesting. Unusual mechanics of walking really surprised me in a good way.… Expand
  58. DannyR95
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    In a time where publishers don't allow developers to take risks, do something daring, different and potentially ruining for a development studio.. Sony has allowed Kojima Productions to go wild with this game and completely break from the norm. Death Stranding is definitely a Marmite game. You will love it, or you will hate it. The user reviews here clearly represent that with almost 50/50In a time where publishers don't allow developers to take risks, do something daring, different and potentially ruining for a development studio.. Sony has allowed Kojima Productions to go wild with this game and completely break from the norm. Death Stranding is definitely a Marmite game. You will love it, or you will hate it. The user reviews here clearly represent that with almost 50/50 ratio on positive to negative. The fact is that this is a game that should not be skipped, because if it is one that happens to grab you like it did for me - it won't ever leave you and you will be forever thankful you gave it a shot. Take a break from Call of Duty, Fifa, Hearthstone or whatever games you typically play. Most importantly I recommend playing this game during your genuine "down time" where you can really absorb the world and appreciate the game, as it is truly a breath of fresh air in today's gaming landscape.… Expand
  59. zmoke
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    ¡Impresionante juego y uno de los únicos que he jugado!
    Dentro del juego encontrarás muchas mecánicas, como la conexión por carretera, y ayudaría a otros mensajeros a entregar cargas, vehículos, armas, sistema de fabricación y muchas otras cosas geniales. A veces, el juego es como un simulador inmersivo, otra vez es como un juego de terror o en tercera persona
  60. SPARKOS
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    I wish to give 10/10 to somehow counter the groundless negative reviews, but I would rather be honest.

    Death Stranding is an extremely unique and 'different' video game, that very clearly shows Kojima and his team's passion and efforts. I can definitely understand how this game may be "boring" to many people, but the narrative and intimate experience, at least to me, was imaginative,    I wish to give 10/10 to somehow counter the groundless negative reviews, but I would rather be honest.

    Death Stranding is an extremely unique and 'different' video game, that very clearly shows Kojima and his team's passion and efforts. I can definitely understand how this game may be "boring" to many people, but the narrative and intimate experience, at least to me, was imaginative, fresh and even relatable. Death Stranding is not the kind of game that can be appreciated by watching someone else play, so I recommend anyone who is reading this review to try out this generation's greatest walking simulator for yourself.

    Story is slightly confusing, but extremely engaging, characters are mostly well-developed and the gameplay is meaningful. Death Stranding will be a cherished experience for years to come.    … Expand
  61. Wool
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Ахуенная игра.Особенно пробирает сюжет.В начале все стремительно развивается как в каком-нибудь голливудском фильме.Потом томительное часы меланхоличный блужданий,честно говоря местами скучноватый.Но в целом игра очень приятная 10/10Ахуенная игра.Особенно пробирает сюжет.В начале все стремительно развивается как в каком-нибудь голливудском фильме.Потом томительное часы меланхоличный блужданий,честно говоря местами скучноватый.Но в целом игра очень приятная 10/10
  62. tec
    Nov 18, 2019
    7
    Overall a fresh TPAA, with nice ideas. Pacing is really slow but gameplay opens up with each main story.
    Game had potential to be something new but in the end it became a SciFi TPAA with typical Hideo Kojima over the top Scenes, and a unique story. Characters are really not that deep or hard to understand. Investing Money in gameplay and worldbuilding instead of hollywood actors/directors    Overall a fresh TPAA, with nice ideas. Pacing is really slow but gameplay opens up with each main story.
    Game had potential to be something new but in the end it became a SciFi TPAA with typical Hideo Kojima over the top Scenes, and a unique story. Characters are really not that deep or hard to understand. Investing Money in gameplay and worldbuilding instead of hollywood actors/directors & etc. would make the game more special.
    Also these reviewbombers are pathetic.    … Expand
  63. danny_spiteri
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    *DISCLAIMER RANT ON FIRST TWO PARAGRAPGHS ON SNOWFLAKES, IF YOU WANT WHAT I THINK OF THE GAME JUMP TO PARAGRAPH THREE*

    people reviewing this game have th ementality of a 5 or ten year old, just because thegame doesn't have the 360 no scope gameplay of call of duty, or the stealth espionage of MGS, doesn't mean it's a boring or horrible game,fullstop. People that think thi sgame was    *DISCLAIMER RANT ON FIRST TWO PARAGRAPGHS ON SNOWFLAKES, IF YOU WANT WHAT I THINK OF THE GAME JUMP TO PARAGRAPH THREE*

    people reviewing this game have th ementality of a 5 or ten year old, just because thegame doesn't have the 360 no scope gameplay of call of duty, or the stealth espionage of MGS, doesn't mean it's a boring or horrible game,fullstop.

    People that think thi sgame was marketed as the next MGS are down right idiotic and childish, it wasn't marketed that way it isn't arketed that way and the game is marketed as you seen in trailers, gameplay reveals etc..

    Know for what I think of the game personally coming from that I never played a MGS game, I love the adventure espect of this game, for the first time I felt like being apart of the journey instead sprinting tghrouh open worlds not giving a single damn on what is around me and what situation I might come up on, the story was wierd and misterious but ultimatley gives you what you need to understand the game.

    If your looking at this game as a heavy shooter this game isint for you, if your going to try to speed tghrouh the game, go play fornite or call of duty, if you are attempting to critise the game and compare it to other kojima games dont waste no ones time this is a new and refreshing take on open worlds, the gaming industry and story driven games ingerenal.

    In summary I enjoyed my 62 hours of this world with some breath taking graphics and an ingrosing new universe that I can't wait to see and hear from more in the future how it will be developed.    … Expand
  64. erikje15
    Nov 18, 2019
    0
    I was really looking forward to this game. I love Japanese culture and am a fan of Kojima's other games. But this simply does not make any sense at all. And to be honest, Sony should know better than this. If a _game_ is solely reliant on its story then it's not exactly a game, is it? What strikes me even more is that 'critic' reviews of this game are incredibly high. I can see how tastesI was really looking forward to this game. I love Japanese culture and am a fan of Kojima's other games. But this simply does not make any sense at all. And to be honest, Sony should know better than this. If a _game_ is solely reliant on its story then it's not exactly a game, is it? What strikes me even more is that 'critic' reviews of this game are incredibly high. I can see how tastes differ, we all like different things. Sure, but these scores make you wonder how many of these reviews have been bought.

    Game mechanics are simply not good enough. And I don't mean from a technical point of view, the game is beautifully executed. But conceptually so many things are wrong. One can clearly see how common sense left the creative team at the start. And how the vision of a mere few (I assume (and hope) Kojima isn't the only person on duty) have been dogmatically implemented.

    Games should be played (never thought I'd have to point this out), playing should be fun. Easy to learn and hopefully difficult to master. Controlling an interactive movie brings me back to the days of Myst and 7th guest for those old enough to remember. It wasn't fun then, it is not fun now.

    In summary, such a shame this didn't work out. Hopefully Kojima's next game will be awesome like so many of his other work.    … Expand
  65. SpartanYoshi
    Nov 18, 2019
    8
    _Historia:9
    _Graficos:10
    _Aspecto tecnico:10
    _Jugabilidad:3
    _Banda sonora:10

    42/5=8.4
  66. Mixalkov
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    За первые 3 часа игра дает больше чем многие игры не могут дать и вовсе. Это место для концентрации, побыть одному и не спешить. Редкость в нашем быстром мире.
  67. Gennady
    Nov 18, 2019
    8
    Good game, interesting story, unexpected plot twists. A little monotonous gameplay.
  68. TinXery
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    A lot of people seem to give a bad review just because its made by Kojima or that it is a "Walking Simulator". Which is not a fair way of rating this product. personally I just finished playing through the story and it got me hooked hard and it played with one's emotions one too many times. I won't say that it is going to feel like that and be the perfect game for everyone but the game isA lot of people seem to give a bad review just because its made by Kojima or that it is a "Walking Simulator". Which is not a fair way of rating this product. personally I just finished playing through the story and it got me hooked hard and it played with one's emotions one too many times. I won't say that it is going to feel like that and be the perfect game for everyone but the game is very polished with a lot of attention to detail, It at least earns to be played and judged for yourself!… Expand
  69. Miguel_
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    A game that goes through all the emotions. a game that can do it is 10/10. There is still a visually beautiful and captivating atmosphere.
  70. Lance83
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Perfect. It’s absolut perfect. Not a game for Dudebroz but real gamers will love it.
  71. AlyoUltima
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    I actually enjoyed the game very much, I knew what I was getting into and the approach the game had, it's a soothing, relaxing game which I found quite enjoyable.
  72. RealHunter
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Понимал, что игра не для всех! но затянуло на 10 часов только на одном сюжете! кайф, подача, картинка все на высоте, сам контент конечно храмает, но за 20+ часов в целом доставка почти всегда разнообразна :) игра - это что-то новое в игрострое, реально зацепило!Понимал, что игра не для всех! но затянуло на 10 часов только на одном сюжете! кайф, подача, картинка все на высоте, сам контент конечно храмает, но за 20+ часов в целом доставка почти всегда разнообразна :) игра - это что-то новое в игрострое, реально зацепило!
  73. Fumino
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla bla....it’s THE GAME. A masterpiece
  74. potato0408CR
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Kojima "the BOSS" made another masterpiece!!! "strand system" is a very unique idea from Kojima production
    not just a walking simulator...
  75. Nads
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    I’m gonna be honest I was really looking forward to this game pre E3 showings etc... I loved Hideo Kojima’s metal gear solid games and I knew the guy is a genius and all his games with Konami have been nothing short of spectacular!

    Hence I was expecting the same from his new studio. However I was really disappointed with the press release up front and average reviews! I almost said that I    I’m gonna be honest I was really looking forward to this game pre E3 showings etc... I loved Hideo Kojima’s metal gear solid games and I knew the guy is a genius and all his games with Konami have been nothing short of spectacular!

    Hence I was expecting the same from his new studio. However I was really disappointed with the press release up front and average reviews! I almost said that I won’t buy it because I’ve got so many other brilliant games in my backlog. But then I thought to myself hang on a minute I did this all once before when Days Gone released and ended up not buying only to purchase it a few months later and to be blown away by such a great game!! Plus it’s a Kojima game how could I pass it up?

    So glad I listened to my inner voice and purchased Death Stranding day 1! The game is a masterpiece and Kojima is still just as talented as he was with Konami. I don’t want to go into spoilers and details but I’m now 27hours through and on chapter 3 still and the game shows no signs of giving up, finishing or slowing down, actually I think I’m about half way through and I’ve loved every moment of it. There are very few games which make me shout OMG and make it difficult for my eyes to believe what they are seeing and experiencing that is exactly what this game has done multiple times, be it the opening act where your first walking down that mountain with that amazing view and the game starts playing “Don’t be so serious” or the first time where you lay your eyes upon Port Knot City from a distance and another song plays! It’s unbelievable I’m telling you and I wish I could experience those things again for the first time.

    At first it can all look a bit complicated with so many menus and data at your disposal but a few hours in and it’s all very easy to control.

    Any improvements? Yes of course, I wish there was more FMV videos like what Konami is known for in MGS. Sure there is a hologram image of the owner of every new base/safe house you reach in the game but it’s not that exciting. What would have been amazing is if the people were actually there at each of the bases and you met them in a proper fmv scene. That would have made meeting all the people at all the bases even more exciting and something to look forward to. Maybe there was budget constraints so they chose this route, anyway here’s to a sequel that comes soon, really hope they add this in it.

    Death Stranding is not your standard game, to be honest you wouldn’t even be able to explain it to anyone for them to get excited over it, it’s an experience, an experience which once you embark on becomes highly addictive and one that you just can’t put down. It’s a very stress free, relaxing and fun to play especially when you come home from work and have maybe an hour to play and chill. The game is a masterpiece and I can’t wait to see where the epic adventure goes next! Buy it and play it without any doubts and you won’t regret it.

    An easy 10/10 for me and one of the best games ive ever played!    … Expand
  76. Hosi
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    The usual Japanese style that over-glorified a single job/hobby, this time is “delivering cargos”.

    A nice game to enjoy when u r a person that prefer creating safe haven for others. To me nothing is more delighting than helping and contributing to others indirectly.
  77. McFray
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Игра замечательная, крайне медитативная и филосовская. Отличные геймплейные механики, которые не встречались ранее. Прекрасная графика, невевероятная, атмосфера. Замечательно подобранная музыка.
  78. barc
    Nov 17, 2019
    7
    A decent but ultimately flawed experience. Death Stranding was definitely a unique experience to say the least, I've never played anything like it.
    The game's visuals are incredible, some of the best to date. I see many saying that the gameplay is just a "walking simulator" but it's really much more than that. Yes at times it can feel like a slog to get to where you're going but overall    A decent but ultimately flawed experience. Death Stranding was definitely a unique experience to say the least, I've never played anything like it.
    The game's visuals are incredible, some of the best to date. I see many saying that the gameplay is just a "walking simulator" but it's really much more than that. Yes at times it can feel like a slog to get to where you're going but overall it was enjoyable. There's many different things at play to keep you entertained as you traverse the world.
    There are a few things that keep me from giving this game a higher score. Firstly, the game's driving physics are pretty terrible. In 2019 there's really no excuse for how bad these driving mechanics are, especially from a game with such a high budget. Then there's the gunplay/combat in general, it just feels like an inferior MGSV. Another thing is the difficulty of the game or lack thereof. I played this game on hard mode and I only died maybe 3 times and I never failed any of my deliveries. The lack of challenge was definitely a detriment to this game. Lastly the characters, most of the cast is pretty forgettable. For a game that obviously wants you the player to get invested in it's story and world, it's pretty disappointing that the majority of the cast is subpar.    … Expand
  79. maksus
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Игра шикарна! Не жалею не секунды потраченного времени проведеного в этой великолепной игре. Спасибо за этот шедевр.
  80. NoblesseOblige0
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Way more amazing then people play it as. Love to place something different for a change.
  81. Osakades
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Отличная игра. Да у неё долгий и однообразный геймплей. Но зато отличный сюжет.
  82. Yourebiasedasfk
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Dihdhhcglhfhjjjhhhhhhggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhvdssuhgvfdddddrujvdsxccfffhnvdfghggfdfff. Perfection
  83. Crismoo
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    Es un grandisimo juego, su gameplay es fresco, entretenido y adictivo, aunque esta claro que tiene el problema de tener un publico muy polarizado, puede que las campañas publicitarias fuera lo que consiguiera que personas lo compraran sin conocer sus peculiares mecanicas de juego , y por ello se llevaran un gran decepcion, pensando que su estilo de juego seria similar a l de un metal gearEs un grandisimo juego, su gameplay es fresco, entretenido y adictivo, aunque esta claro que tiene el problema de tener un publico muy polarizado, puede que las campañas publicitarias fuera lo que consiguiera que personas lo compraran sin conocer sus peculiares mecanicas de juego , y por ello se llevaran un gran decepcion, pensando que su estilo de juego seria similar a l de un metal gear o cualquiera de los anteriores proyectis de hideo kojima, lo comprendo, pero no lo acepto, estas personas cometieron el error de comprar el juego guiandose solo… Expand
  84. dimsan
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    I love this game. For me personally - this is one of the most important games of recent years.
  85. Fuqu
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    This game is a work of art. Don't listen to the idiots and dullards who couldn't get it and rated it a 0. This game does exactly what it set out to do. It is beautiful, full of emotion, and completely unique. If you're tired of the same redressed mechanics over and over again, and you're looking for a uniquely fresh experience... do yourself favor a try it for yourself instead of takingThis game is a work of art. Don't listen to the idiots and dullards who couldn't get it and rated it a 0. This game does exactly what it set out to do. It is beautiful, full of emotion, and completely unique. If you're tired of the same redressed mechanics over and over again, and you're looking for a uniquely fresh experience... do yourself favor a try it for yourself instead of taking any advice from these numbskulls with bad spelling and grammar. If it's not CoD or fortnite it flies over their heads. I'm almost convinced they didn't even play it. er their heads.… Expand
  86. R_lizer
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Why would anyone give this game a 0 Xboxfanboys? Best graphics I’ve ever seen and I actually like the story and gameplay but to give it a 0 means you have not played it if you don’t like it give it a fair score
  87. Smokythebandt
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Great game as always from hideo kojima. Mgs aspects and entrancing story paired with beautiful cast
  88. Sinew
    Nov 17, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Death Stranding, above all, is polarizing. While I think most who experience the story in full would be quite moved by it, it is unlikely that those who cannot bear the monotonous gameplay will see it through. The themes of loneliness together with the importance of cooperation make a well balanced experience in guiding Sam through his grueling journey in this post apocalyptic America. This game, as with all of Kojima's games, serve as a message, or warning, as well as a dramatic cinematic piece. At times you will feel serenity as you reach the peak of a snowy mountain, at others you will be bored, and just wishing you're at your destination already while stumbling over jagged rocks. It is a very subjective experience in terms of whether you are willing to endure the hardships in front of you.… Expand
  89. Kytty27
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Not everyone's cup of tea but it certainly is mine! I love the asynchronous multiplayer and the characters are all so beautifully tragic. An innovative game and one of my favorites of all time. This is most certainly a piece of art and i appreciate it for everything it has to say.
  90. PeterLav
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    In a nutshell this is an outstanding game. You only need to catch the flow.
  91. Wagtimao
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    Sério que colocam nota máxima nesse jogo, não merecia nem nota 2, fui bem bonzinho.
    Vejo que perdemos a realidade do que vemos, infelizmente nós atrapalha a avaliar corretamente um jogo.
    Isso já se retrata como doença.
  92. Hayabusa2006
    Nov 17, 2019
    0
    Es una juego sobrevalorado, una porquería aburrida y sin chiste, no entiendo porque le ponen una nota alta cuando no la merece, hay mejores juegos qué han calificado mal
  93. Kushdee
    Nov 17, 2019
    1
    I literally fell asleep playing this game I love MGS but this is boring af.
  94. Sloppyseconds69
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    Changing my original review. I gave it a 4 to begin with. But the more I play the better it gets. Theres nothing like this, I absolutely love it! The game starts off very very slow and has a lot of mechanics at play that take some time to get use to. Everything is building up and up and up. This is definitely a must play and GOTY for 2019.
  95. vjvirus51
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo simplismente fantástico... Mecanicas bem feitas... gráficos lindos... e uma Lore incrivelmente bem construída... história envolvente... Um jogo desafiador... tenso... reflexivo... Apesar de ter jogado 25 horas o jogo não tem se mostrado repetitivo, pois conforme evolui (aquisição de equipamentos) novas maneiras de realizar as entregas diversificam a experiencia... e a interação com outros jogadores traz grata satisfação... Brilhante trabalho de Kojima... É sem dúvida um dos melhores jogos da geração...!!!… Expand
  96. Papapiglet
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    One of the most incredible games I have ever played. It transcends genres with an incredible story. Meditative at times. Some people will despise this game, but Kojima has triumphed again.
  97. jjds
    Nov 17, 2019
    0
    is this really a **** this **** even if this is movie it's trash now i know why this egomaniac are fired
  98. Snail1204
    Nov 12, 2019
    4
    Beautiful game, but very boring gameplay, story was OK but overall the game was a overhyped walking sim, yes it has vehicles and combat but that is a small part of the game and the Cobat was the worst I have seen In a game.
    You can get a job delivering pizzas and experience this but actually get paid for it rather than paying for it.
  99. jgceylao
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Great game, kojima really nails it, congratulations. Gameplay is surprisily good
  100. UncleSilvestro
    Nov 16, 2019
    5
    I want to start sayng that I am MGS saga's fan.

    This game horribly feels like metal gear survive. It really makes me understand what happened between Konami and Kojima and doing so, shifts my point of view to the realization that wasn't really all Konami fault. That game takes all the bad from mgs5 and makes it worse. People hated audio tapes for example, thinking that the game was lazy    I want to start sayng that I am MGS saga's fan.

    This game horribly feels like metal gear survive.
    It really makes me understand what happened between Konami and Kojima and doing so, shifts my point of view to the realization that wasn't really all Konami fault.
    That game takes all the bad from mgs5 and makes it worse.
    People hated audio tapes for example, thinking that the game was lazy made and had time/money limtation.
    So what now?
    You have a dude, delivering packages to holograms in an empty world, throwing bombs of stools and piss and sweat to monsters.
    Even cutscenes are recicled and characters repeat the same phrases like a mantra every 30 seconds. all you get is waiting for the same animation/cutscene about going to the toilet etc again and again.
    The game is boring lazy made and pretentious, I am sorry Kojima fan, I was like you before i bought this game, but i am not that stupid I don't buy in that rubbish. Actually i refund it. Money back.    … Expand
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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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