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  1. Dec 6, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos que já joguei. Gráficos muito bons e a história sem duvida é absolutamente interessante. A trilha sonora é muito boa e combina muito com a estética do jogo. Parabéns kojima pela obra de arte.
  2. Dec 18, 2020
    10
    This amazing game is absolutely and remarkably magnificent beyond measure and any kind of recognition.
  3. Dec 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра отличная советую для прохождения. Сюжет игры понятен и интересен в отличие от the Last of us 2 который настолько тупой сюжет что назначина игрой года Expand
  4. Dec 9, 2020
    10
    I have never seen a more innovative and ingenious game than this. the highlight is the absolutely complex but still incredible story. The gameplay is something new never seen before and when you start playing another game you notice that you lack the fantastic game mechanics and features that make this art innovative.
  5. Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Great and impressive game! Kojima is real true genius.Music, design, story and gameplay 10/10.
  6. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Самый интересный сюжет и повествование, визуальная часть на высоте, физика движения поражает. Одним словом, Шедевр.
  7. Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Its masterpiece, one of my favorite games of this generation...............
  8. Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Великолепная игра! Жаль,что многие не оценили данный проект.
  9. Apr 30, 2021
    10
    Лучшая игра после Red dead redemption 2. Не жалею что прошёл её. Платина гарантирована. Концовка заставит заплакать даже самого сдержанного.
  10. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Most negative reviews come from the current way the west and other areas interpret both games and art itself while most people thought that this was going to be an action-packed game. I think this game should've had a demo to prevent people from thinking it was going to be an traditional experience or like Call of Duty. The game takes an abstract approach to story telling and usesMost negative reviews come from the current way the west and other areas interpret both games and art itself while most people thought that this was going to be an action-packed game. I think this game should've had a demo to prevent people from thinking it was going to be an traditional experience or like Call of Duty. The game takes an abstract approach to story telling and uses experience, time, and struggle as a basis for the theme of connection that is present in the game. You also connect with other players and can use their buildings and they can use yours. It's all about thinking HOW other players INDIRECTLY (as opposed with directly in other games) help us and how we can do the same by connecting with them. There's other messages to be found in the game, but that's the simplified main theme of the game. Overall, the game is beautiful and has an amazing message. I would buy it, even if it means waiting for sale if you feel hesitation. Expand
  11. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    It starts slow but after you start to get the system, it becomes more fun, nice graphics, original gameplay and mechanics and very interesting original story, and the most important the more you play the more you understand what Kojima was trying to do, it is a game about collaboration and community and sharing and collaboration to make it through, I love it
  12. Mar 20, 2022
    10
    I almost stopped playing this game after a few days as I thought it was dull, but HOW WRONG I WAS!

    I played and completed this game OFFLINE and solo, building all of the roads, sourcing all of the metals and ceramics etc. It ended up being a lonely existence! Sourcing materials & maintaining roads is hard when playing solo, fighting BTs, mules and terrorists is the easy part really.
    I almost stopped playing this game after a few days as I thought it was dull, but HOW WRONG I WAS!

    I played and completed this game OFFLINE and solo, building all of the roads, sourcing all of the metals and ceramics etc. It ended up being a lonely existence! Sourcing materials & maintaining roads is hard when playing solo, fighting BTs, mules and terrorists is the easy part really.

    However, then I went online and wow, absolutely phenomenal! I gained 150K likes and all of a sudden a whole new world opened up to me! It highlighted just how much easier things are when you collaborate.

    This is the most addictive game I've ever played, which, considering what you do in the game is simply amazing! The graphics are second to none, and the hiking gameplay is almost realistic - its almost exhausting at times walking over mountains - awesome experience! Plus the storyline and cutscenes are superb. I loved it, such depth!

    Excellent open world game that I've played for over 200 hours...I am the great deliverer!

    UPDATE: I came back to this game after 2 years and played online from the start on difficult level. Not only is it so much easier online than offline, but its so much more fun, and the storyline is so much more engaging and understandable. For me this is one of the best storylines of any game and the acting is awesome. Fighting Cliff in WW1 and WW2 and fighting Higgs are tricky, but well worth the effort. An AWESOME GAME.
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  13. Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Игра шикарная, одна из не многих которая заставляет задуматьтся после прохождения, шутки про симулятор доставщика все-таки про эту игру, но что-то в этом есть раздавать заказы под шикарные сандтреки игры идтя по равнинам и скалам. Но не многим это понравится. Но сюжет всё-таки стоит внимания 10/10Игра шикарная, одна из не многих которая заставляет задуматьтся после прохождения, шутки про симулятор доставщика все-таки про эту игру, но что-то в этом есть раздавать заказы под шикарные сандтреки игры идтя по равнинам и скалам. Но не многим это понравится. Но сюжет всё-таки стоит внимания 10/10
  14. Oct 16, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece. The gameplay is perfect. The story is deep and shocking. Graphics amazing.
  15. Sep 19, 2022
    10
    The game is different, something new, something fresh 10/10 nothing like this game on the market.
  16. Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Amazing game! Very immersive storytelling. And incredible gameplay. A masterpiece!
  17. Dec 14, 2020
    10
    To Hideo Kojima: Stick to your guns!

    I made a game inspired by Death Stranding. Looks like there are some negative reviews but it's a good game :) most of all, it's not violent

    10/10
    Keep on Keeping on
  18. Dec 17, 2020
    10
    A Great game with perfect gameplay. I play it every day and think about it all the day
  19. Dec 17, 2020
    10
    game is amazing yeah it's not for everyone but I loved it on of the best games i played
  20. Dec 17, 2020
    10
    I just finished this game at 185 hours, wow.

    Not once did I find it boring.
  21. Feb 16, 2021
    10
    I'll start telling to you this game it's not for everyone! But... There's no technical mistakes, the game is perfect in this point. A excellent soundtrack follow you in the map. The construction of the NPC's and their history and background is explained with details along the gameplay and it surprise you at all time. The gameplay is simple and a little repetitive. Your mission is reconectI'll start telling to you this game it's not for everyone! But... There's no technical mistakes, the game is perfect in this point. A excellent soundtrack follow you in the map. The construction of the NPC's and their history and background is explained with details along the gameplay and it surprise you at all time. The gameplay is simple and a little repetitive. Your mission is reconect the America doing deliverys bettween the cities, so you just have to take packages from point A and deliver to point B. In this process, sometimes you'll fight against PT's (ghosts) and human enemies or just pass over ther in stelth mode (it's your choice). When you high your relation with a NPC will be able to improve your equipments to make your journey more easy or faster. The great point of the game in my opinion, is the community support. Everywhere has a bridge, rope, stairs, vehicles or items constructed by the community. When you build a road or somenthing that's will help another player, you feel a good felling. It's a great game, one of the best games of PS4. You must play until chapter 4 or 5 to understand a little bit. Expand
  22. Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Hideo showed the class, music, story, quests and open world. A must-play game!
  23. Dec 18, 2020
    10
    O jogo mais incrível de todos os tempos!
    Uma belíssima jornada emocionante através de um mundo pós apocalíptico por uma pessoa sem esperança na humanidade. Final incrível, gráficos belíssimos história nota 10!!!
  24. Mar 15, 2022
    10
    epic game. history, music, scenery is stunning. wonderful adventure. May there be more such games
  25. Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Great game.I 'm surprised how ordinary walking was made so interesting.my favourite game. kojima did a good job making this gloomy world. the writing is absolutely perfect. gameplay is in my opinion really cool
  26. Nov 8, 2022
    10
    It was an amazing brilliant game that broke the usual way that alot of games are being made that is a work of a genius
  27. Dec 21, 2020
    10
    It's one of the best games I have ever played. Death stranding brought me crystal clear sincerer feelings. I must confess that I have fallen in love with this game. Kojima is a genius!!!
  28. Jan 5, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, I had so much fun playing it, the OSTs are nothing short than amazing. I feel sorry for the people who didn't liked it, but I understand why, one of the big reasons is that the game is so slow until the end of chapter 3. This game is an unique experience, that is misunderstood because people expected it to be a new AAA game that everyone would play,This game is a masterpiece, I had so much fun playing it, the OSTs are nothing short than amazing. I feel sorry for the people who didn't liked it, but I understand why, one of the big reasons is that the game is so slow until the end of chapter 3. This game is an unique experience, that is misunderstood because people expected it to be a new AAA game that everyone would play, unfortunately it is not. I love to see new things and I'm happy when someone has the courage to do it. Expand
  29. Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Strangely addictive and refreshingly full of meaningful story.
  30. Dec 27, 2020
    10
    Algo muito diferente e criativo! Excelente história, gráfico e jogabilidade.
  31. Dec 28, 2020
    10
    One of the most interesting and beautiful game on the PS4. This game has very interesting gameplay. Deep and philosophy game plot. Atmosphere world. And very cool actors cast. Hideo Kojima is a genius!!!
  32. Dec 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In all honesty this game, i feel, is life changing.
    If you allow it the story will immerse you completely and take you a a typical kojima wild ride. Up there with the best in the metal gear series and very innovative with controls.
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  33. Dec 29, 2020
    10
    Among the stack of "amazing" PS5 launch games sitting on my shelf, Death Stranding is the only game I cannot put down. Since I've gotten this game, I've spent the majority of my time playing Death Stranding.

    Death Stranding has finally made me realize how little I have truly enjoyed video games. I thought it was just normal to become more and more numb to games as time went on, but Death
    Among the stack of "amazing" PS5 launch games sitting on my shelf, Death Stranding is the only game I cannot put down. Since I've gotten this game, I've spent the majority of my time playing Death Stranding.

    Death Stranding has finally made me realize how little I have truly enjoyed video games. I thought it was just normal to become more and more numb to games as time went on, but Death Stranding has made me feel something I haven't felt in years. This is the first game that hasn't made me mentally tired after two or three hours of play.

    I think the reason why I love Death Stranding so much is because it targets this extremely specific part of my brain that I've never really known about before. No matter how much work is put into a game like Spiderman: Miles Morales, it can't be better than something built to the exact specifications of my brain.

    Yes, I know I sound like a Kojima simp by calling this game some kind of mental manipulation trick, but that's the best way to describe it.

    Death Stranding is basically cheating by targeting this one specific part of the brain that a portion of the population has. Because this game is so finely tuned for this one portion of people, most people will not like this game.

    This isn't some kind of thing where only a minority of people are "sophisticated enough to understand this masterpiece", it's more that most people's brains are literally built different. By being so focused on one set of people, the rest of population finds it imposible to enjoy the game at all.

    While you are probably in the majority that will hate this game, the mere fact that you may be able to enjoy this game and feel the same way I am, justifies you giving it a chance and buying it on sale for around $20.

    Trust me, you won't know if you're like me until you try the game. Don't deprive yourself of the potential to find something that is essentially your very own smart drug.
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  34. Jan 13, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If someone said to me, you are going to enjoy a walking simulator with story mode a couple of years ago, I couldn't believe it. Death stranding changed my ps4 gaming experience, and general gaming experience. The story of Sam Bridges is incredible and very mysterious. At the ending of the game i just could not tell, what happened but it was just fine. I felt like Sam died but maybe he can came back as one of these ghost and, destroy all of them from all the sudden, at the end he had bad experiences with them ale since he is very kind men, I think he is able to get rid of them for everyone and make the world better. Music in this game is gorgeous, especially when you arrive at new places and the views are simply but incredible, it makes really pleasing experience. Graphics are awesome, physics are really nice. At the point you walk slower and you get tired faster walking on snow or mountain or the random trips on small rock and the way paths are made by going on them makes the game very immersive. There are so many ways of how we can delivery our packages, we can do it on foot with big shortcuts like going past a small mountain using ladders and ropes or rebuild old roads and make huge deliveries with a truck or smaller but faster with a bike. Overall, gameplay is very refreshing and graphics, music story are pure art. Definitely a must play. Expand
  35. Dec 31, 2020
    10
    I want to apologize to Hideo Kotzima for listening to the bad reviews and playing this masterpiece after 1 year. For me it enters my top 5 games on ps4, next to the last of us 2, red dead 2, the last guardian, shadow of the colossus.
  36. Sep 7, 2023
    10
    I like this game. First of all, the plot of the game and the unusual game play. Slow, not rushed - I like it.
  37. Jan 9, 2021
    10
    Mind Blowing ; Different Game from Different Genius ; Thanks Kojima and Sony
  38. Jan 10, 2021
    10
    There are bridges in the flat ground, stupid towers, hundreds of very important (nope) empty post boxes and vehicles in the center of roads... yes - this game learns to us about an important of only right relations, and about of what we leave after our path.
  39. Aug 4, 2021
    10
    очень атмосферная игра и как я считаю очень недооцененная игроками
    Великолепное управление и ощущение веса, интересный сюжет, очень много интересных механик. Потрясающий саундтрек.
  40. Jan 26, 2021
    10
    Most creative and inovative game I've ever played.... fantastic voice acting....music... interesting story....loved it.
  41. Jan 29, 2021
    10
    Gioco fantastico in tutti gli aspetti, grafica mozzafiato soprattutto se giocato su PS5, spero arrivi un aggiornamento grafico proprio per le console next gen, storia del gioco emozionante, tutti i personaggi raccontano una storia toccante.
    Gioco ripetitivo fino a quando non colleghiamo tutta l'America, ma le ultime 2-3 ore di gioco, proprio nel suo finale, il gioco mostra tutta la sua
    Gioco fantastico in tutti gli aspetti, grafica mozzafiato soprattutto se giocato su PS5, spero arrivi un aggiornamento grafico proprio per le console next gen, storia del gioco emozionante, tutti i personaggi raccontano una storia toccante.
    Gioco ripetitivo fino a quando non colleghiamo tutta l'America, ma le ultime 2-3 ore di gioco, proprio nel suo finale, il gioco mostra tutta la sua bellezza tutta la sua fantastica narrazione che arriva ai massimi splendori, kojima con Death Stranding ha voluto creare si un gioco, ma anche un'opera d'arte, opera che va e deve continuare, visto che c'è tantissimo ancora da raccontare, aspetto con ansia il prossimo capitolo dell'avventura di Sam Porter, per chi non sa se comprarlo, dico solo, le emozioni che lascia questo gioco, sono uniche.
    COMPRATELO.
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  42. Feb 8, 2021
    10
    Death Stranding é a síntese de uma obra de arte fleumática que ascende ao perpassar do tempo, e no fenecimento encontra a transcendência de seu jaez, sua estrutura é frugal mas sua visão é Incólume e sine qua non a agrura de sua jornada, apesar de perene no remate se esteia.
  43. Jul 23, 2022
    10
    this game is an unexplored valley this game is a masterpiece that every player should experience .play,play,play
  44. Feb 18, 2021
    10
    Brilliant game, fantastic story. A little slow to start with, but once it gets going it's a blast
  45. Mar 2, 2021
    10
    that is a masterpiece. The actors are brilliant. it's Kojima's new game. 10/10
  46. Mar 3, 2021
    10
    Another masterpiece of hideo, is a real new game in the industry , kojima n 1
  47. Aug 25, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games I've ever played, it's not a game for those who are used to the pasterization of current industry games, it took 120 hours of gameplay to reach platinum, sensational. Expand
  48. Mar 8, 2021
    10
    Theres only one bad things i can say about this game. The big ass half screen tips/tutorial notifications that will only go off on its own after good 30s.
    Other than that such a great game. Great story, great cast, great Universe, great interface, great sound effects, good music, great graphics and so so many great little gameplay details that makes this Title so amazing and one of a kind
    Theres only one bad things i can say about this game. The big ass half screen tips/tutorial notifications that will only go off on its own after good 30s.
    Other than that such a great game. Great story, great cast, great Universe, great interface, great sound effects, good music, great graphics and so so many great little gameplay details that makes this Title so amazing and one of a kind .. kojima productions really got me with this one. Just about to finish the game and already upset that death stranding 2 was not announced yet. 9.8/10
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  49. Mar 14, 2021
    10
    I just Wanted to Say,
    This game is a Complete masterpiece
    Story
    Gameplay
    Music
    Graphics
    And.......
  50. Aug 21, 2021
    10
    el mejor juego de narrativa, sin duda es hermoso, paisajes, música y el entorno, otra obra maestra del gran kojima
  51. Mar 25, 2021
    10
    Increíble historia, gráficos asombrosos, te atrapa desde el primer momento por la trama
  52. Jun 30, 2021
    10
    I understand that deliver package makes many people feel boring. But I think the most important thing is creative. The fantastic world and outstanding design make the game different from Shoot or Chop game. The story is also unexpected amazing and give gamer new experience.
    It combined 3 types which most game belong one of those, shoot, action, strategy build
  53. Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is one of the most underrated games, people throw so many beef about it but it is awesome anyways. Expand
  54. Apr 23, 2021
    10
    First of all, ignore all the reviews from channels such as IGN etc. Go watch the review from Skillup Instead. This is not a game, it's an experience that is going to stay with you. The world is stark and melancholic but then that's the beauty of this title. People call it a walking simulator, yeah it might be that but it's a lot more that kept me going all the way to climax. The gameplayFirst of all, ignore all the reviews from channels such as IGN etc. Go watch the review from Skillup Instead. This is not a game, it's an experience that is going to stay with you. The world is stark and melancholic but then that's the beauty of this title. People call it a walking simulator, yeah it might be that but it's a lot more that kept me going all the way to climax. The gameplay is satisfying as hell and traversing the harsh terrains of Death stranding is an absolute joy and I never thought I would put in 70-80 hours in a game that is literally 95% Fetch quests and I am very very elated that I did. it is an experience that is going to stay with me probably forever. Expand
  55. P15
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    Сразу видно, что игру любили люди, которые её делали. Куча идеально работающих механик, интерактивность, проработка мелких деталей, отличный сюжет и невероятный сетинг. Безусловно есть люди, которым игра не понравилась из-за нестандартного подхода к геймплею, мол " willing simulator ", но даже при этом сложно отрицать, что "Death Stranding" прекрасная игра. И к сожалению, игры такогоСразу видно, что игру любили люди, которые её делали. Куча идеально работающих механик, интерактивность, проработка мелких деталей, отличный сюжет и невероятный сетинг. Безусловно есть люди, которым игра не понравилась из-за нестандартного подхода к геймплею, мол " willing simulator ", но даже при этом сложно отрицать, что "Death Stranding" прекрасная игра. И к сожалению, игры такого уровня, встречается крайне редко. Expand
  56. Feb 7, 2022
    10
    The game is not trying to be the best game ever created and also it is not trying to involve you to enjoy it but it can be enjoyable after a while for people who liked a unique way of storytelling of kojima and rare ideas. game has its good gameplay, complicated story, long cutscenes (most of people didn’t like it ) and it’s unique characterisation. It was enjoyable to me and I wasn’tThe game is not trying to be the best game ever created and also it is not trying to involve you to enjoy it but it can be enjoyable after a while for people who liked a unique way of storytelling of kojima and rare ideas. game has its good gameplay, complicated story, long cutscenes (most of people didn’t like it ) and it’s unique characterisation. It was enjoyable to me and I wasn’t kojima or Metal Gear Solid’s fan but (as an advice) if you like Metal Gear Solid ideas in storytelling and gameplay probably you will enjoy Death stranding too. Expand
  57. Apr 26, 2021
    10
    A new genre. Breathtaking script. Mutual assistance with other players. Kojima, you are a genius.
  58. Apr 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Giocato è un capolavoro con narrazione molto variegata e cinematica con le sue teorie. All'avanguardia ben curato e rifinito. Expand
  59. May 2, 2021
    10
    El tercer mejor juego que jugue en mi vida,simplemente maravilloso,una historia que es una obra maestra,todos los personajes de 10,exelentes fisicas y una banda sonora brutal,sin mencionar la jugabilidad que ame,ademas se haber innovado mucho.
  60. May 10, 2021
    10
    Death Stranding is the best game ever. Graphics, fiction, scenario, casts etc. A unique masterpiece..
  61. May 21, 2021
    10
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  62. May 29, 2021
    10
    Очень крутая игра.
    Вся прелесть игры раскрывается на максимальной сложности.
    А про сюжет и говорит нечего, очень крутой
  63. May 31, 2021
    10
    The most original strategy game with a fantastic story and unbelievable graphics. The movement dynamics start with walking and progress like they always do to acquiring new vehicles, weapons and gear. Somehow however the discovery is the most addictive element. Unbelievable. One of the most atmospheric and engaging games that can be both therapeutic and intense. Visuals are breath taking.The most original strategy game with a fantastic story and unbelievable graphics. The movement dynamics start with walking and progress like they always do to acquiring new vehicles, weapons and gear. Somehow however the discovery is the most addictive element. Unbelievable. One of the most atmospheric and engaging games that can be both therapeutic and intense. Visuals are breath taking. Atmosphere is very unique. Kojima calls it a new “Strand” genre where while you (and everyone else) play the campaign solo you are creating connections amongst each other and help to rebuild the world of Death Stranding. This coming from someone who really has no time to master the complexity of open worlds or their lore. More for people who like slower CIV and strategy games but enjoy RPGs. Very engaging visuals. You’ll love it. Expand
  64. Jun 2, 2021
    10
    Es un increíble juego, al principio parece una jugabilidad mala, pero es buena, tiene su encanto, pero realmente la historia es una brutalidad, amé este juego, tanto que fue mi primer platino
  65. Sep 27, 2021
    10
    Un gran juego que cambió mi percepción de los videojuegos de mundo abierto. La música es increíble, los gráficos son brutales, los combates son chulísimos y su apartado de simulación de expedición está muy bien conseguido. Solo puedo decir cosas buenas de él. Su historia es genial y emotiva.
  66. Jun 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is said that this game was made for a specific niche of players. I must agree. I was never the competitive player or collector type. I walked up Mount Chiliad in GTA V just to enjoy the graphics. I always faced video games above the challenges, as a traveler. Death Stranding is a game made for me. Cross the mountains, cross rivers and forests, enjoy the beauty of the trees and the dazzling gray scenery. I have never felt so calm playing a game. I would just dispense with the fights with the EPs. The story is wonderful. Thank you Kojima. It's the best game ever in my opinion. Expand
  67. Jun 28, 2021
    10
    A masterpiece of a game. For everyone who loves a good slow burn story in an open world game with unique gameplay and multiplayer elements, haunting visuals and a soundtrack that will stay with you for the rest of your days.

    The great: the graphics, the worldbuilding, the plot and the characters The good: gameplay, progression system, the social strand system The bad: nothing
    A masterpiece of a game. For everyone who loves a good slow burn story in an open world game with unique gameplay and multiplayer elements, haunting visuals and a soundtrack that will stay with you for the rest of your days.

    The great: the graphics, the worldbuilding, the plot and the characters

    The good: gameplay, progression system, the social strand system

    The bad: nothing

    The ugly: nothing
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  68. Jun 28, 2021
    10
    I can completely see how this can not be someone´s cup of tea, but I just love everything about this game. The world is absolutely amazing, the worldbuilding is, while a bit lenghty at times, fantastic. The story is enigmatic and you have to pay a lot of attention to actually understand some of the plot elements. The gameplay is addicting as fck to me. Yes, its just a bunch of glorifiedI can completely see how this can not be someone´s cup of tea, but I just love everything about this game. The world is absolutely amazing, the worldbuilding is, while a bit lenghty at times, fantastic. The story is enigmatic and you have to pay a lot of attention to actually understand some of the plot elements. The gameplay is addicting as fck to me. Yes, its just a bunch of glorified fetch quests, but the beautiful graphics, world, music, attention to detail, surprisingly stressful situations and just the satisfaction you get by every single quest make up for it. In my opinion a bizarre masterpiece, not for everyone, but if you have a bit of patience, Kojima will deliver you one of the best videogame worlds I have ever seen.
    All in all, definitely recommended, dont be discouraged by the negative reviews, just try it out for yourself and see if you like it.
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  69. Jul 6, 2021
    10
    This will make you ugly cry. Kojima Productions really nailed the mark of combining cinema and interactive gameplay in a new way. Simply put, this game is about kindness. Kindness for other players, for NPCs, for those passed-on in the game, and for your character and yourself... and of course, BB!

    The scenery is massive, breathtaking, and heavily inspired by the cliffs of Iceland to
    This will make you ugly cry. Kojima Productions really nailed the mark of combining cinema and interactive gameplay in a new way. Simply put, this game is about kindness. Kindness for other players, for NPCs, for those passed-on in the game, and for your character and yourself... and of course, BB!

    The scenery is massive, breathtaking, and heavily inspired by the cliffs of Iceland to represent an old earth during the last stage of human survival.

    The A-list cast of characters is stunning and the amount of work that went into creating this experience is nothing short of outstanding innovation that will revolutionize the gaming industry.

    Of all the games that seem overly pushed and heavily marketed, this one lives up to those standards. Cons: you will be heavily confused and frustrated the first ten hours. But the payoff is absolutely worth it!

    Hint: Hideo Kojima was seen in an interview editing those commercials alone.
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  70. Jul 8, 2021
    10
    Awesome game. Story 10/10. Atmosphere and gameplay complement each other, and I still listen to the music from this game.
  71. Apr 10, 2022
    10
    only reason why I bought a ps4 looks fantastic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  72. Jul 13, 2021
    10
    Ich hätte es nie gedacht, aber Death Stranding kriegt von mir 10 Punkte, als ich mir das Spiel gekauft hatte, hatte ich eigentlich absolut kein Bock diese Postboten Simulation zu spielen, denn ein Spiel das entwickelt wurde um den Spielern an manchen Stellen einfach keinen Bock zu machen mag ich eigentlich nicht allzu gerne, aber Death Stranding war wirklich unfassbar gut. Ich habe 47Ich hätte es nie gedacht, aber Death Stranding kriegt von mir 10 Punkte, als ich mir das Spiel gekauft hatte, hatte ich eigentlich absolut kein Bock diese Postboten Simulation zu spielen, denn ein Spiel das entwickelt wurde um den Spielern an manchen Stellen einfach keinen Bock zu machen mag ich eigentlich nicht allzu gerne, aber Death Stranding war wirklich unfassbar gut. Ich habe 47 Stunden in diesem Spiel damit verbracht Pakete von einem Ort zum anderen zu bringen und es wurde mir nicht eine einzige Sekunde langweilig.
    Über die Story möchte ich nichts sagen, zum einen wäre es wirklich viel zu kompliziert und zum anderen lohnt es sich einfach diese Story ohne Vorkenntnisse zu spielen, denn dann wird man mit einer unfassbar guten, überraschenden und abgedrehten Story überrascht.
    Das Spiel ist einfach unfassbar gelungen, was ich niemals gedacht hätte und gehört zu meinen absoluten Lieblingsspielen.
    -NerdGaming
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  73. Jul 15, 2021
    10
    After seeing all the mixed reviews I thought i would finally give this game ago myself. A long time Kojima fan with MGS series I thought Similar themes would apply.

    After the first two hours I did not really understand the concept or really what any of the characters were talking about. The graphics and visuals looked outstanding and after playing around 7 hours I thoroughly got on
    After seeing all the mixed reviews I thought i would finally give this game ago myself. A long time Kojima fan with MGS series I thought Similar themes would apply.

    After the first two hours I did not really understand the concept or really what any of the characters were talking about.

    The graphics and visuals looked outstanding and after playing around 7 hours I thoroughly got on board.

    Brand new concept of gameplay that became addictive. The story was ‘meh’ but i did like the connectivity to other players and helping out in the world. I would suggest going in with an open mind. I racked up a 90hour playthrough to complete and still playing after. Hope more content to come
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  74. Jul 27, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hi Sony, next time please don't port your game to the PC platforms, because exclusive games are the key to winning the war. Expand
  75. Aug 19, 2021
    10
    More than a game ...an experience not to be missed.In years to come this game will be appreciated for what it actually is a work of art.Play it through to the end and see for yourself DO NOT MISS OUT due to reviewers missing the point...special praise for the music truly haunting and beautiful.Best game Ive ever played well done to everyone who put this (game) together you should be proudMore than a game ...an experience not to be missed.In years to come this game will be appreciated for what it actually is a work of art.Play it through to the end and see for yourself DO NOT MISS OUT due to reviewers missing the point...special praise for the music truly haunting and beautiful.Best game Ive ever played well done to everyone who put this (game) together you should be proud of yourselves Expand
  76. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Великолепная игра, Гений гений. Любой человек должен пройти эту игру, ты обязательно получишь массу удовольствия. Не забудь выбить платину!!!
  77. Aug 29, 2021
    10
    Kojima muito além do seu tempo. Trilha sonora maravilhosa, todas as músicas são espetaculares, vai querer baixar todas elas no Spotify. No começo o jogador sofre com a mecânica e acharão as entregas maçantes e repetitivas, mas depois que pega o jeito do jogo, você quer realizar todas as entregas. Os cenários são maravilhosos. Os personagem são muito bem construídos. A estória é cativante eKojima muito além do seu tempo. Trilha sonora maravilhosa, todas as músicas são espetaculares, vai querer baixar todas elas no Spotify. No começo o jogador sofre com a mecânica e acharão as entregas maçantes e repetitivas, mas depois que pega o jeito do jogo, você quer realizar todas as entregas. Os cenários são maravilhosos. Os personagem são muito bem construídos. A estória é cativante e tem um final que junta as peças do quebra cabeça e deixa muita gente emocionada. Recomendo buscar a platina, tem muitas entregas para fazer após a estória principal. Dublagem em PT-BR impecável. Merecia ganhar o Goty, Expand
  78. Sep 27, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. The graphics are awesome. Great music. It's nice with voices in Polish. Katscenki are impressive, they are refined, often epic. Mega twisted game world. Great views. A powerful climate. The interface is sometimes not very readable, but after some time I got it. It's fun to think about. Physics and the fact that you can even trip over a stone, slip onThis game is a masterpiece. The graphics are awesome. Great music. It's nice with voices in Polish. Katscenki are impressive, they are refined, often epic. Mega twisted game world. Great views. A powerful climate. The interface is sometimes not very readable, but after some time I got it. It's fun to think about. Physics and the fact that you can even trip over a stone, slip on the mud - great. Medium melee combat, great boss fight. Vehicle controls are ok. There's krafiting and stuff like that. Addictive storyline. Optimization super, no drops in fps, etc. Online system in the story great, this is the first time I meet with such a solution. You can wash, pee, **** sleep, massage, etc. Nir has a problem with reading textures. The world is vast, you can enter anywhere. After heavy orders, there is great satisfaction when, for example, you have to go to the top of the mountains where the blows are freezing with the motor, you cannot do it and then you are pulled in by the tar 3 times which spreads goods from your backpack and then your skeleton is discharged and there is no charger nearby and you do not have you have an assembler or you are not within the hieral network. There are moments when you feel that it was created by Japanese hands. Expand
  79. Oct 3, 2021
    10
    I've platinum-ed this game with 120+ hours of gameplay.
    This is not just a walking stimulator. Glad that I didn't listen to the trend and brought it and played it.
    Fantastic experience for a true gamer that have patient to really enjoy a game.
  80. Oct 6, 2021
    10
    This game is not even close for everybody. If you are looking for an action experience, this is not the game for you. It’s a video game with meditative gameplay, fantastic music and great world detail.
    Death stranding is talking story about people.
    This game is the living world that transformed not only thanks for you, but by the other players.
    It’s wow.
  81. Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Amazing game with mind boggling story. Combine that with amazing gameplay design and unique online interactions , it is a masterpiece overall.
  82. Nov 13, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. FANTASTIC GAME!!!!! It really is not a game for everyone but if you get along with the different you will love the game !!! awesome soundtrack, gorgeous graphics!, e One of the best stories I've ever seen!!! SUPER RECOMMEND Expand
  83. Mar 7, 2022
    10
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  84. Dec 25, 2022
    10
    дети не поймут гениальность, кодзима гениальный
  85. Nov 18, 2021
    10
    Самый лучший, и продуманный сюжет который я когда либо видел. Ни одна игра или фильм не имеет такого насыщенного, инновационного, и интересного сюжета, как в этой игре. Кат сцены у игры просто шедевральные, никогда ещё в жизни я не радовался кат сценам, как здесь.
    Графика у игры божественная, по-этому ездить, ходить, или даже ползать по бесскраим просторам этой игры - одно удовольствие
    Самый лучший, и продуманный сюжет который я когда либо видел. Ни одна игра или фильм не имеет такого насыщенного, инновационного, и интересного сюжета, как в этой игре. Кат сцены у игры просто шедевральные, никогда ещё в жизни я не радовался кат сценам, как здесь.
    Графика у игры божественная, по-этому ездить, ходить, или даже ползать по бесскраим просторам этой игры - одно удовольствие
  86. Nov 20, 2021
    10
    Excelente game, para pessoas que buscam um jogo com foco em narrativa. Inspirador por tratar de um tema delicado focado em união, reconectar as pessoas e construir um futuro melhor!
  87. Nov 21, 2021
    10
    Eu amei praticamente tudo nesse jogo, game único, te passa uma sensação muito boa ao joga-lo. Infelizmente não é para todos mas vale a experiência.
  88. Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Top Game!!!
    Typisch Kojima!
    Verstehe nicht warum hier einige das Spiel entweder nicht verstehen oder nicht mögen.
  89. Nov 30, 2021
    10
    FR : Ce jeu est incroyable, il transporte dans une ambiance difficile à décrire correctement. J'ai mis 1 an avant de me lancer dans Death Stranding après sa sortie suite aux avis mitigés que j'avais pu lire. Cependant j'étais attiré par les échos qui précisaient que le scénario était excellent. J'ai donc décidé un jour de me lancer en espérant ne pas me lasser des quêtes de livraison. EtFR : Ce jeu est incroyable, il transporte dans une ambiance difficile à décrire correctement. J'ai mis 1 an avant de me lancer dans Death Stranding après sa sortie suite aux avis mitigés que j'avais pu lire. Cependant j'étais attiré par les échos qui précisaient que le scénario était excellent. J'ai donc décidé un jour de me lancer en espérant ne pas me lasser des quêtes de livraison. Et là en quelques heures seulement j'ai été captivé par la découverte, les paysages grandioses, les morceaux musicaux sélectionnés qui vous transportent totalement (Low Roar / Silent Poets / Woodkid dans la director's cut).
    J'ai pris une grosse claque et j'ai été fasciné par cette expérience. C'était mon premier Kojima ! (jamais joué aux Metal Gear), c'était mon premier Platine PS4 ;)
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  90. Jan 5, 2023
    10
    What an experience! Was very cool the journey, the details, the soundtrack, the actors.
  91. Jan 25, 2022
    10
    Incredible story, unique gameplay, masterpiece. Hideo youre the man!! Anyone who still plays remember about true ending after credits
  92. Jul 6, 2022
    10
    yet another masterpiece by THE GOAT Hideo Kojima. He will continue to be the GOAT and father of gaming.
  93. Jan 1, 2022
    10
    I followed this game since the first teaser. In the end the game didn't match my genre, it felt really horror. Still I tried the game and it became one of my favourite games in the last 25 years of gaming. The scenery, the music, the open world, the scary moments, the story, the feeling when you reach your destination after a long and hard trip was amazing!!! Thank you for this game!!!
  94. Jan 16, 2022
    10
    A ver nice story into a the slowest game, but this is part of its magic. For me it's an incredible game but no perfect
  95. Aug 30, 2022
    10
    Один из лучших сюжетов в видеоиграх. Спасибо Кодзиме за незабываемые впечатления
  96. Jan 27, 2022
    10
    Just finish story. I can admint its geting boring in some point to deliver this parcerls but the story is mindblowing and the last chapter is playing on our at least on my emotions. The long story and repetive missions are done with perpouse to band player with characters to put some emotions betwen player and character we control and the one are close to us. Graphic is delicious the worldJust finish story. I can admint its geting boring in some point to deliver this parcerls but the story is mindblowing and the last chapter is playing on our at least on my emotions. The long story and repetive missions are done with perpouse to band player with characters to put some emotions betwen player and character we control and the one are close to us. Graphic is delicious the world is not my favourite but for post apocaliptic one is ok. This game has to be finished for the story! Its long time i havent got tears in my eyes after finish game. Higly recomended! Expand
  97. Jul 24, 2022
    10
    Ein Meisterwerk....da bleibt nicht viel mehr zusagen....Hatte unglaublich viel Spaß mit diesem Game
  98. Feb 14, 2022
    10
    Beauty. Visual masterpiece.
    Great soundtrack is immerses you in the gaming atmosphere.
    Interesting game concept. Lots of cut scenes, great cast.
    Love it.
  99. Feb 19, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece
    From Well Written Story to the engaging Gameplay & Combat to the freedom of exploration & stunning world to the emotional music, what an excellent experience delivered by PlayStation Studios I think everyone should absolutely experience this gem
  100. Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Игра которая перевернула моё восприятие к игровой индустрии. Это настоящий шедевр!
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 111 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 111
  2. 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. 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.
  3. 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.