Death Stranding

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  1. SUNDEE
    Aug 26, 2022
    10
    He gane looks great in ps4 and better with the upgrade to ps5. Love the game from beginning to end .... after chapter 12 I did truly love it and I it make me emotional to finished it.
  2. WinterIsHereXx
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    The absolute best game I've played. I hike for my job and also have to carry equipment with me in remote areas and have to plan navigating the landscape in much the same way with equipment weight, safest paths or fastest routes, caution around bad weather, etc (minus the MulEs and BTs of course). I am therefore all about delivery games and this one blows your mind with the storyline,The absolute best game I've played. I hike for my job and also have to carry equipment with me in remote areas and have to plan navigating the landscape in much the same way with equipment weight, safest paths or fastest routes, caution around bad weather, etc (minus the MulEs and BTs of course). I am therefore all about delivery games and this one blows your mind with the storyline, gameplay, and the characters. The atmosphere can be extremely stressful/suspenseful when it needs to be and also incredibly relaxing. The landscapes are beautiful. When you are hiking, the best part is getting a good view, listening to some good music and seeing a storm rolling in. That is this game.… Expand
  3. sahan47
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    yeah.. i actually played it back in 2019. but never came to give a score for it. today i randomly remembered it and wanted to play it all once again. i know its too late for it and nobody cares but hey. i just can't stop admiring this game and i gotta pay my respect here.

    Metta meditation is a type of Buddhist meditation. In Pali — a language that's closely related to Sanskrit and    yeah.. i actually played it back in 2019. but never came to give a score for it. today i randomly remembered it and wanted to play it all once again. i know its too late for it and nobody cares but hey. i just can't stop admiring this game and i gotta pay my respect here.

    Metta meditation is a type of Buddhist meditation. In Pali — a language that's closely related to Sanskrit and spoken in northern India — “metta” means positive energy and kindness toward others. The practice is also known as loving-kindness meditation. basically, metta is the general love towards the world itself.
    and now, i do also believe kojima calling his genre of game a "strand-type game" was indeed very cheesy way for him to marketing his game since we can say this genre existed thanks to souls-like genre and my beloved, Dark souls series. but stil, calling it strand-type or souls-like game,
    both of these genres have something very special for the modern society. i have played many games in my life, and i have never seen a game execpt dark souls, DS and disco elysium does such thing. to implant a Mindset within the player. an idea, a way of thinking...
    death stranding, in my humble opinion, teaches you the metta meditation mindset.
    and i get it. you may not like the game. but if you have experienced loneliness, depression and isolation in your life, trust me. just try it. you may appreciate and get what i mean.
    this game is made for this audience.
    in this game, you are alone. but yet you are not.
    you are alone but in your path, people have passed it.
    you are alone but you give kindness to the world around you
    and also you get kindness from others in tough situations
    this is love.
    this is a meditation. you are all by yourself, just "walking", feeling each step you take, and on your way, you give help and you get help. this is life. this is love and kindness. and thats why its so special.
    death stranding is an underrated gem. and yeah, its not for everyone and i get it if you don't like it.
    but man, if you actually could appreciate it for what it is...    … Expand
  4. Jollyolfun
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    im a hog for kojima games. this is no exception. many see the gameplay as a big downside and i understand that, but personally, I really liked the minimalist design and simply enjoying the environments while walking a massive expanse. not only that but the story is as goofy as youd expect from kojima.
  5. OscarAlvarez
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    Simplemente una obra maestra que no muchos podrán apreciar, la forma increible en la que se narra la historia, el mundo genial e inmersivo y junto a las mecanicas casi perfectas, hacen de este juego una brutal experiencia
  6. Luisgsghsh
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    " Death Stranding está criando um novo gênero de jogo e, portanto, abre seu próprio caminho para experiências mais interativas. É um trabalho corajoso graças à sua novidade, que felizmente não é um direito de se gabar para seus criadores, como pode parecer, mas um excepcional título que recompensará os corajosos que o jogarem.
  7. iberdaniel85
    Apr 10, 2022
    10
    Para mi uno de los mejores juegos de la generación pasada, una historia brutal.
  8. dc3365
    May 3, 2022
    10
    I loved this game. it's so hard to think Kojima went through the length to make something like this in this day and age.

    I adored Sam's relationship with other characters. I loved that the gameplay is not scripted and total a walk in the park. I love that it makes my heart beat faster and faster in fights. There were so many close calls.
  9. ManuelPol
    Jul 5, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I have played so far for ps5 (and ps4 as well actually). Cinematic is sickening, background musics are incredibles, the storyline is very different from other games. I would recommend this game.
  10. Asaffenathan47
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, jogo incrível, um dos melhores enredos que já vi em um jogo, tecnicamente falando esse jogo é quase perfeito, e a jogabilidade, o estilo de gameplay em si, muitas pessoas não curtiram, acharam chato e monótono, eu entendo quem não curtiu, o jogo não vai agradar a todos mesmo, (mas) eu particularmente adorei, foi um jogo que me envolveu do início ao fim, e mesmo vocêAmazing game, jogo incrível, um dos melhores enredos que já vi em um jogo, tecnicamente falando esse jogo é quase perfeito, e a jogabilidade, o estilo de gameplay em si, muitas pessoas não curtiram, acharam chato e monótono, eu entendo quem não curtiu, o jogo não vai agradar a todos mesmo, (mas) eu particularmente adorei, foi um jogo que me envolveu do início ao fim, e mesmo você caminhando muito fazendo entregas e tudo mais, cada minuto que passei jogando eu me diverti e aproveitei, é um estilo de jogo que me agrada, tá entre os melhores jogos que já joguei de certeza, Thank you Kojima!… Expand
  11. Madbert
    Jul 9, 2022
    10
    Nov 17, 2019

    Me ha sorprendido mucho el juego, por las malas criticas que tenía lo compré con mucho miedo, las primeras 3 horas sentí que todo lo malo que habían dicho era cierto y de repente boom, todo cambia, a medida que empieza el juego desde la muerte de la presidenta de los Estados Unidos el juego no para de sorprender, cada UCA (ciudades) que visitas va apareciendo mas equipo y    Nov 17, 2019

    Me ha sorprendido mucho el juego, por las malas criticas que tenía lo compré con mucho miedo, las primeras 3 horas sentí que todo lo malo que habían dicho era cierto y de repente boom, todo cambia, a medida que empieza el juego desde la muerte de la presidenta de los Estados Unidos el juego no para de sorprender, cada UCA (ciudades) que visitas va apareciendo mas equipo y mas construcciones donde la participación es clave para conseguirlas, el estrés y el miedo en algunas partes del mapa es real, y la sensación de estar conectando todo es muy viva. Cuando mirad el juego como a cualquier otro juego, mapa grandísimo, ir de punto A a punto B, en alguno juegos matando maquinas, en otros persiguiendo a alguien y en este repartiendo mercancía muy importante en un mundo post apocalíptico te das cuenta que al final no se diferencia de otros juegos que siempre te gustaron y empiezas a perder el miedo y a centrarte en la historia, la cual hasta el momento pinta muy bien. Merece la pena jugarlo.

    EDITO: *(19 noviembre 2019) Ya he terminado el juego y le tengo que subir la nota. El juego a medida que vas avanzando te va sorprendiendo cada vez más y el final te deja muy WTF. Es un juego muy largo, de los juegos con historia más largos que haya jugado nunca, el juego parece que termina (con créditos y todo) y continúa varias horas más hasta el verdadero final. Es un juego muy recomendado pero necesita tiempo.    … Expand
  12. Kinzatsu
    Jul 10, 2022
    10
    Jogo maravilhoso, ótima gameplay, ótima história e ótima trilha Sonora!
    Meu jogo favorito dos últimos anos, Thanks Kojima!!!
  13. gcarmigl
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    The best game in the history of mankind , the story is not for everyone. Only for high IQ people
  14. Duacorin
    Sep 22, 2022
    10
    This is the best game i ever played. Great wiews good story good gameplay thats why this game is the G.O.A.T
  15. hollowspillz
    Aug 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My most favorite thing ever. The most heartbreaking and emotionally impactful game for me. Not only it has a casting made of lots of actors and people that I always been a fan of, it also introduced me to a great piece of storytelling with an immersive world with characters you just can’t help but love. Easily has the best peaks I’ve ever seen. The soundtrack is so so so amazing and the visuals are too. Cliff’s reveal to Sam and Die-Hardman’s confession to Sam are the best scenes and acting I’ve seen. The only bad thing I see about it is that the replay value is not there. I would not play this again even if I got payed. Way too long and it felt repetitive at times, but it was 100% worth completing. Clifford Unger and Die-Hardman are one of the best characters I’ve ever seen.… Expand
  16. Pehe953
    Jul 22, 2022
    10
    Death stranding is a very beautiful game, that is just different than other games i have played. It’s very relaxing at times, and very stressful when it needs to be. The story is weird, but enjoyable. And the controls may be weird but it fits to the story.
  17. Soulsbornfan
    Jul 24, 2022
    10
    The first strand type game, a true innovative masterpiece designed by Hideo Kojima who Hideo Kojima Hideo Kojima Hideo Kojima Hideo Kojima Hideo Kojima
  18. soldier_ibra
    Aug 5, 2022
    10
    masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiecemasterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece… Expand
  19. Renatospada
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Gameplay certainly very heavy and therefore not appreciable by everyone ... But it is definitely worth a try.
  20. brytag
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    O jogo é ótimo, gostei muito de tudo o que ele oferece; História e game play de qualidade. Diversão garantida!
  21. Loqdona
    Sep 28, 2022
    10
    I finished this game two years ago. I remember it as the best time ever. I dońt get the low ratings, this is one of the best games I have ever played, it has great humor, meaning, fantasy, science fiction… and it works. Yes, the gameplay is not like a FPS, who cares. I can play shooters for hours, or sim racing games, but Death Stranding is something else. Give it a try.
  22. signaczak87
    Sep 30, 2022
    10
    The game is awesome. The plot is really way better than 95% of movies. Walking simulator? What about all the vehicles you get overtime. It is very widely complex, each attempt I learn something new. Hideo is the ultimate creator.
  23. Ra4a
    Oct 10, 2022
    10
    Kojima is a genius! In the evening, after hard work, walk around the beautiful world, with incredible scenery and musical accompaniment - 100/10. Idea, graphics, plot 1000/10. You can continue like this, endless transportation does not let you get tired and bored, it was very interesting to win platinum. The game was completed on ps4 pro. that's all) Racha*
  24. Lucknt
    Oct 18, 2022
    10
    This game is definitely not for everyone, but for those lucky few, who actually focus on the game's details, the context, the purpose, and the experience the game intends to deliver; you are gonna have a great time
  25. AtomosFabian
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    Es una gran historia, muy buena narrativa que no quieres dejar de jugar, la jugabilidad es muy diferente a lo que Kojima nos tenía acostumbrados pero en el modo de acción nos recuerda a otros de sus juegos, muy recomendado
  26. Jorllinio11
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Al principio es muy flojo, pero con paciencia al avanzar te va envolviendo, te sumerge con todo, sobre todo la música y te entrega una historia extremadamente buena y fantasiosa (además de fumada). Es mi juego favorito del mundo.
  27. Fireoil
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    An UFG from Hideo Kojima.

    I would expect something that break the fourth wall like a certain famous boss in MGS on PS1. I wont be disappointed. One of my best videogame experience of all time after more 20 years of gaming. Not only it did it but with the covid event it took a prophetic turn. This experience combined with real life event that matched in so many areas cannot be reproduced    An UFG from Hideo Kojima.

    I would expect something that break the fourth wall like a certain famous boss in MGS on PS1. I wont be disappointed. One of my best videogame experience of all time after more 20 years of gaming.

    Not only it did it but with the covid event it took a prophetic turn. This experience combined with real life event that matched in so many areas cannot be reproduced soon.
    Appart for that it's a new. Unique gameplay that need to be experienced. I can't say another because the experience itself shouldn't be spoiled. I bough the game without looking anything online. So the first hours were... what i did ? I was sort of returning playing solo games after take distance from it. So it was hard and all that menus and stuff were... disengaging. But. Like pretty much what's beautiful in life. It's not easy at first.
    That game represent that from top to bottom. A must play experience. A totally breakthrough journey for me that i continue to play trying finishing at 100%    … Expand
  28. witekzabujca
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Kojima is probably the only man in the world that can make walking simulator a game of the year. Magnificent.
  29. JrDouble
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    I didn't know if this game would be for me, but I was absolutely hooked as soon as I started playing. It took me about 70 hours on the playthrough and I enjoyed every minute of it. I recommend playing offline, driving a truck, and building some highways. What an experience and a wildly unique story.
  30. juniortiger
    May 17, 2023
    10
    You need check game out one the best game and lot action game and excellent graphic and good music and amazing story and good daY
  31. Ruben15st
    Jan 1, 2023
    10
    It is one of the best games I have played with one of the best endings I have ever seen, the world has never been empty with impressive graphics and amazing details 10/10 this game
  32. Todoshi
    Mar 11, 2023
    10
    masterpiece, the plot is just amazing, the gameplay is certainly not dynamic, but I don't remember a single moment where I would have thought to finish as soon as possible, I wasn't bored, the ending is just great, for the first time since I play games, they didn't give me the same emotions as death stranding
  33. MK07
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is absolutely incredible! I always bad mouthed in the past but now that I've played it, I honestly don't understand how people have an issue with it. This game is an absolute must play. Outstanding gameplay and graphics and a great storyline. This game is definitely for those who want a different approach to a great challenge, parts require you to adapt and conquer and the more you play, the more solutions become available to for your use. And hey, Who doesn't want to hear Troy Baker as the antagonist! An absolute Masterpiece of a game, get it if you can!… Expand
  34. soldierIBRA
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Unique experience, Unique style of gameplay, Amazing story! I highly recommend this game for the ones who wants to experience something new and good!
  35. raoki_
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    como amo este juego, tiene una historia preciosa, personajes que adoro, un ost increíblemente hermoso, y te regala momentos memorables, por buenas o malas razones. La experiencia del juego está en las cosas que te ocurren en el camino, si te atrapan las CV o si ruedas por una colina a 1000 metros de altura. El gameplay es más que caminar, planeas tus rutas, construyes una que otra cosa porcomo amo este juego, tiene una historia preciosa, personajes que adoro, un ost increíblemente hermoso, y te regala momentos memorables, por buenas o malas razones. La experiencia del juego está en las cosas que te ocurren en el camino, si te atrapan las CV o si ruedas por una colina a 1000 metros de altura. El gameplay es más que caminar, planeas tus rutas, construyes una que otra cosa por aquí, una cosa por allá, andas en tu moto, tu camión, tu dispositivo flotante tipo skate o tu tirolesa, además Louise está super piola.… Expand
  36. Niuti
    May 20, 2023
    10
    Très bon jeu, j’ai vraiment adoré, le jeu est vraiment magnifique avec de magnifiques paysages
  37. Gui69
    May 12, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It deserves more. Gfhdhrhdhdhhdhdhdcumdhhdjfjdjfjdfjfjjdidcomejfjdjdjjdjdjj… Expand
  38. Hugers
    May 21, 2023
    10
    A great game with an amazing story, this opinion is confirmed by the incorruptible and objective review of this game by Igor Link. Too bad you can't rate 12/10 on metacritic
  39. HeiSh
    May 22, 2023
    10
    What a masterpiece! The story is not easy, but it’s deep and philosophical, not for kids and small minded people. It’s about finding a connection between oneself and humanity. The game really opens up after quite some hours of gameplay. Truly unique!
  40. mixalis475
    May 31, 2023
    10
    I don't know how this game manages to do this but it has me invested in delivering packages by walking to the point of beating it 3 times and getting the platinum trophy
  41. Matetoss
    Jun 17, 2023
    10
    Écris le 17/11/19

    C'est très difficile de donner une note a ce jeu, tout d'abord car cela voudrait dire que nous pourrions le comparer avec un autre jeu qui lui aussi possède une note. Mais, c'est impossible. Si un jour on m'avait dit que je jouerais a un truc pareil. Je joue au jeu vidéo depuis mes 3ans, de la Nintendo 64 a la switch, et de la PlayStation 1 a la 5. J'ai joué a des    Écris le 17/11/19

    C'est très difficile de donner une note a ce jeu, tout d'abord car cela voudrait dire que nous pourrions le comparer avec un autre jeu qui lui aussi possède une note. Mais, c'est impossible.

    Si un jour on m'avait dit que je jouerais a un truc pareil. Je joue au jeu vidéo depuis mes 3ans, de la Nintendo 64 a la switch, et de la PlayStation 1 a la 5. J'ai joué a des centaines de jeux, passé des milliers d'heures, et explorer de nombreux terrains. Si The Last Of Us, Life Is Strange ou encore Beyond:Two Souls on a véritablement marqué ma vie de gamer et même ma vie tout court, Death Stranding est pour moi le jeu avec le scénario le plus prenant et le plus émouvant qui puisse exister a l'heure actuelle.

    Comme l'avait bien dit son créateur Hideo Kojima "ce n'est pas un jeu fait pour tout le monde" si vous n'êtes pas du genre émotionnel ou que vous préférez juste jouer au jeu vidéo pour passer du bon temps avec vos amis, alors passez votre chemin.
    Death stranding s'adresse a un public impliqué dans les questions "existentiel" de notre monde. DS questionne tout un tas de choses constituant nos réalités sociale et humaine, en passant de notre nature d'être humain jusqu'à notre représentation même de l'univers.

    C'est ce qui je pense déplaît à beaucoup de gens qui s'attendaient à avoir un énième shooter a la MGS, en effet même la narration et le scenario sont "bizarres". C'est très ouvert et sujet à interprétations, je trouve ça absolument génial.
    Comme dans l'art chaque joueur va avoir sa propre perception d'une même histoire, et c'est trop peu commun dans le jeu vidéo pour ne pas en parler ! je pense aussi que c'est ca qui a refroidi beaucoup de gens qui se sont retrouvé perdu face à cette liberté narrative.

    Pour ce qui est du gameplay en lui-même, cela se résume à faire des livraisons à travers l'Amérique. Absolument rien de plus, ça va donc vous paraître bizarre que je vous dise que le gameplay n'est pas répétitif. Mais, en effet, l'histoire va sans cesse donner un nouveau sens au gameplay et venir nous redonner un second souffle avec toujours plus de motivation pour rétablir les "Villes Unis d'Amérique".

    Le système de récompense est très jouissif pour le joueur et a aucun moment je n'ai été ennuyé par le jeu. Death Stranding est basé sur la natation, et même si son système atypique et innovant font de ce jeu un hors norme, il est pour moi l'un des meilleurs jeux vidéo que j'ai pu expérimenter jusqu'à ce jour    … Expand
  42. TheWirox
    Jun 20, 2023
    10
    el juego me gusto mucho, que si que al principio se hace un poco pesado pero despues te vas enganchando y la trama es muy buena pero fumada tambien xd (grande Kojima) y el soundtrack buenisimo tambien (grande Low Roar) y pues eso te quiero Hideo.
  43. Difedron
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
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  44. HereYouGoBuddy
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Not for everyone but definitely for me. The story is the best work of fiction ive ever experienced. Did not mind the slow pace.
  45. shahrokhwitch
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    my honest rate is 9 but the uoser score is ashamed me!! this game was something special
  46. Jenkins1955
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    The greatest game of all time.I have never lost myself in a world like this.keep on keeping on
  47. tantei
    Dec 6, 2019
    9
    This game is one of the most relaxing and smooth video game experiences I have ever had. This game is not for everyone, but I get enjoyment and fufilment from the "basic" game play loop.

    The game is absolutely gorgeous and while the story telling has no subtitlty it is a interesting and engaging story
  48. JustPlayer
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    Great game! Deep, large, very variable. Surprising every hour. And at the thirty hour throws up surprises. Interesting story. which is intriguingly told.
  49. TheQuietGamer
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    Puts you in the role of post-apocalyptic mailman as you ferry packages to and fro across a ruined America that's been brought to life by gorgeous photorealistic graphics. It's a long, arduous process that's made difficult by the weight of your cargo taking a toll on your balance and stability, as well as the path forward being rife with obstacles like highwaymen, destructive rainfall,Puts you in the role of post-apocalyptic mailman as you ferry packages to and fro across a ruined America that's been brought to life by gorgeous photorealistic graphics. It's a long, arduous process that's made difficult by the weight of your cargo taking a toll on your balance and stability, as well as the path forward being rife with obstacles like highwaymen, destructive rainfall, supernatural entities, and even the terrain itself. While new items and features are introduced at a steady pace to ensure things get easier as you progress, traveling across the vast, empty expanses for miles on end doesn't necessarily become any more exciting. As a result, this is very much one of those love it or hate it kind of things.

    I can see the game being a tedious slog for some and a straight shot of melatonin for others. There is an audience for this though. Personally, I was enamored with the story, themes, and overall originality of the mechanics. I enjoyed the sense of serenity that came from the slow-paced traversal so much that I was actually bothered whenever action would take center stage. I had no problem with the various enemy camps spread across the gargantuan map as I could deal or not deal with those as I saw fit. However, at several points you're forced into boss battles and the coverless third-person shooter system makes them more of a chore than anything. I was impressed with the scale of each encounter, but the game is definitely at its worst whenever guns are involved.

    The online component makes the journey a little less lonely. You won't get to actually interact with another person, but structures built by other players will appear in your world to act as helping hands. Coming across a bridge or zip-line someone left behind not only makes your trek less of a hassle, but also allows you to feel strangely connected to individuals you'll never see. These random acts of kindness inspired me to not take up my own placed ladders or climbing ropes after using them with the hopes that they might prove useful to anybody else came that way next. Sweetening all of this is the "likes" system which allows you to award others with bonus experience points at the touch of a button whenever they've built something that's pleased you. Seeing that somebody not only used a road or safe house I crafted, but saw fit to reward me for it always brought a smile to my face. It's easily the best multiplayer experience I've ever had.

    This is another meticulously crafted work of singular vision from the biggest auteur in the gaming industry. It transported me back to the PS2 era where you could find titles like Mr. Mosquito and Katamari Damacy that were entirely their own unique things. Because of this I believe Kojima delivered on his boasts of having created a completely new genre. I've certainly never played anything like this before. It's the kind of radical experimentation we need nowadays, even if the end results always end up being this divisive. While I definitely have a high affinity for the game I must admit not everyone will be as enthralled with it as I was. So despite the high score I'm giving it my ultimate recommendation is that you find a way to try it before you buy or even rent it in order to make sure it's for you.    … Expand
  50. Icekyng
    Mar 4, 2020
    9
    I am 49 so it took me a while to get used to the menus etc and what the hell was going on.
    But a great game, completely different to anything I have ever played before. I really enjoyed the cinematics and once I got into the road building and the brilliant ziplines I couldn't wait to play it.
    It took me ages but was worth it. Just an original game and really polished. Once I could skip    I am 49 so it took me a while to get used to the menus etc and what the hell was going on.
    But a great game, completely different to anything I have ever played before. I really enjoyed the cinematics and once I got into the road building and the brilliant ziplines I couldn't wait to play it.
    It took me ages but was worth it. Just an original game and really polished. Once I could skip the irritating "BT's are close" cinematic it made road travel really easy. Great game    … Expand
  51. ViRUS_Alexx
    Dec 6, 2019
    9
    Good, strong story. I really enjoyed, and would like to say, that DS can be recommended for playing! For me, one of the best games of 2019.
  52. Heavenly_King
    Apr 26, 2023
    9
    Beautiful and compelling game. The gameplay is unusual and Interesting. Absolutely not boring, do not believe fake negative reviews.
  53. bonidex
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    I find this game fascinating. It's a weird mix of metal gear stealth and story style with a dark souls online social game. It's the best online experience I've ever had in a game cause it's all helpful and encouraging. You can't get in somebody's way, just help. It's so refreshing.
    The gameplay starts hard, like metal gear 5, but you start getting better gear and getting used to and you    I find this game fascinating. It's a weird mix of metal gear stealth and story style with a dark souls online social game. It's the best online experience I've ever had in a game cause it's all helpful and encouraging. You can't get in somebody's way, just help. It's so refreshing.
    The gameplay starts hard, like metal gear 5, but you start getting better gear and getting used to and you start to enjoy and think about the game even when you're not playing. I found it tense and fun. Great game, great story and soundtrack. The graphics are insane. It's very weird, but if Kojima didn't make a weird game, than it would be really unexpected    … Expand
  54. explodr
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    I'm really shocked by all the negative reviews. I read some before playing, and figured the game would be boring and repetitive as some of them say. So I braced for the worst and... 10 hours later I'm still enthralled. This type of gameplay isn't for everyone- if you're looking for a mindless shooter or hack-n-slasher, you probably won't like it, as it requires a bit of thinking andI'm really shocked by all the negative reviews. I read some before playing, and figured the game would be boring and repetitive as some of them say. So I braced for the worst and... 10 hours later I'm still enthralled. This type of gameplay isn't for everyone- if you're looking for a mindless shooter or hack-n-slasher, you probably won't like it, as it requires a bit of thinking and planning. But in objective terms, Death Stranding is in a class of its own.

    First I'll list the bad: some parts can feel like a slog. There is some repetition between missions, as they all involve going somewhere, picking something up, and bringing it somewhere else. But that's the basic archetype of almost every video game. Besides that, there are times when it feels too easy or too hard, or a lot of info is dumped on you at once. The story is confusing, especially at the beginning, but all is revealed sooner or later. More impulsive players won't have the patience to sit through the cutscenes and dialogue, of which there is a lot.

    There's much more good than bad. The world feels massive and realistic, the original score suits each scene or level incredibly well, and the controls are impeccably ergonomic. The graphics are nothing revolutionary, but are still very good, and caused no lag on my standard PS4. The story is creative to say the least, as are the gameplay mechanics, some of which don't exist outside of this game.

    Overall, I think Death Stranding deserves an 85-90% score. Very few titles display this level of passion, creativity, and a mastery over UI.    … Expand
  55. drlowdon
    Jun 26, 2021
    9
    Following a cataclysmic event, known as the Death Stranding, the remnants of the human race are forced to live in underground bunkers isolated from the rest of the world. Their very survival relies upon ‘porters’ who deliver messages and supplies between these colonies. One such porter, known as Sam Bridges, will have a role to play in saving the World however…

    Death Stranding is not a    Following a cataclysmic event, known as the Death Stranding, the remnants of the human race are forced to live in underground bunkers isolated from the rest of the world. Their very survival relies upon ‘porters’ who deliver messages and supplies between these colonies. One such porter, known as Sam Bridges, will have a role to play in saving the World however…

    Death Stranding is not a game I could ever unequivocally recommend, and I’m sure many will be put off within the first few hours. Personally however I enjoyed the challenge of delivering packages to increasingly remote locations, and the excellent acting and soundtrack perfectly complimented the unique, interesting and sometimes downright bonkers plot. The ‘strand’, system in which players can cooperate to develop infrastructure such as roads and bridges, also adds an extra layer to the game.

    At the end of the day I think you just have to try it for yourself, I’m glad I did!    … Expand
  56. desertofthereal
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding starts out as a slow burn that gets hotter the more you explore and understand what is going on. Its story builds with each new chapter and the more you play the more you want to know. Its no Metal Gear Solid but there have been many times that what you did in that game can be used to help you in this game. I looking forward to seeing how the game ends. I really am enjoyingDeath Stranding starts out as a slow burn that gets hotter the more you explore and understand what is going on. Its story builds with each new chapter and the more you play the more you want to know. Its no Metal Gear Solid but there have been many times that what you did in that game can be used to help you in this game. I looking forward to seeing how the game ends. I really am enjoying the actors that are playing the roles and how they seem real.… Expand
  57. MrFlankster
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    I got started a few days late because I was expecting something similar to the MGS series. But the user reviews deflated my balloon. But, I was bored last night and thought I'd give it a go. Maybe buy it in conjunction with Modern Warefare. When/if you get bored, flip over to that... Death Stranding will start to whisper, "come baaaaack." It really is a magnetic game. It's hard to explain.I got started a few days late because I was expecting something similar to the MGS series. But the user reviews deflated my balloon. But, I was bored last night and thought I'd give it a go. Maybe buy it in conjunction with Modern Warefare. When/if you get bored, flip over to that... Death Stranding will start to whisper, "come baaaaack." It really is a magnetic game. It's hard to explain. Go redbox it and give it a good 5 hours. It's like a slow starting book, but then you'll blink and be hooked.

    Look at it this way, instead of approaching this as "playing a video game," approach it like you are sitting down to watch a Netflix series (a trippy one, like "Dark"), that you get to interact with. I've read people say the story sucks. While there are some premises to the story that are silly, overall, I'm sucked in.

    I CAN'T believe how interesting the game mechanics are. On paper, I thought I'd go nuts. After getting past the learning curve, I really got into it. Do your self a favor and don't pass judgement on this game until you are a couple hours past CHAPTER 3. Read up online on tactics to blow through the first 3 chapters ASAP, and then it really picks up.

    Because of the reviews, by the time I started, I went in with low expectations, so I'm sure that only helped me. Come to find out, it's not as bad as some peeps are making it out to be. It truly is unlike anything out there, but on the flip side, it truly isn't for everybody.    … Expand
  58. Cathodeus
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    I love this game, it is relaxing, I can play it with my daughter and the cinematics are really good. The environments are pleasing. It proof that we can still make different genre of games !
  59. the5mufy1
    Oct 12, 2020
    9
    10/10 because it's wired, newish, crazy, entertaining & got good graphics.

    All those COD & Fortnite Players are funny, those kind of games aren't for you guys. Sorry.

    Edit: After finishing this game, watching some youtube videos in which you can see how many flaws the story has, it isn't that good to me anymore but still an amazing game, because it is unique. Not a 10, but 8-9.
  60. B3ckett
    Jan 22, 2020
    9
    EVERYONE: You can't make a game about delivering packages entertaining and immersing?
    KOJIMA: Hold my beer.
    Some people say that it's stupid, because it's about inventory management and not action. And that's why I liked it so much. It's "oldschool", where you have to think a bit about what you are going against in this particular mission, instead of just rushing in. I guess oldschool    EVERYONE: You can't make a game about delivering packages entertaining and immersing?
    KOJIMA: Hold my beer.

    Some people say that it's stupid, because it's about inventory management and not action. And that's why I liked it so much. It's "oldschool", where you have to think a bit about what you are going against in this particular mission, instead of just rushing in. I guess oldschool gamers will appreciate it more than the younger gamers.

    The game has it's flaws:
    - boss fights are not that challenging
    - the edge is taken off a bit when you are equipped with weapons
    - the game is linear and doesn't that much encourage you to do side quests, as they seem unworthy, for the most part

    But it has it's pro's:
    - visuals
    - cast
    - story (for the most part)
    - music (!)
    - the mechanics
    - being a completely different thing

    Death Stranding shines as something different, althrough very much Kojim-ish to it's core. It's a welcome breath of fresh air blown straight into Konami's face.

    Instead of buying a 10th FIFA or 20th COD - buy Death Stranding. If you won't like, at least you will experience something else. And that's always worth your $ and time.    … Expand
  61. sid77
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    Ignore all the trolls who say this is a walking simulator, they clearly haven’t bothered to you know, play the game and get to chapter 3. There are bikes, jeeps trucks to help you get around plus loads of other things to help speed up Sam. Great game, fantastic to chill out too. Buy it and ignore the trolls trying to be cool.
  62. knoxin
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Really enjoying it, not for everyone, but I do believe that Metacritic should verify purchases by having people accounts linked by a simple Trophy check system as some people that are giving Zeros don’t own the game, but it’s looks amazing the audio / music is brilliant, and the story is Amazing to, but it not for everyone,
  63. stereomarlowe
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Played for 4 hours last night, woke up immediately wanting to get started again - if it's a walking sim, it's a pretty damn sexy one with an amazing 'feel', both artistically and in player movement.
  64. genuswelt
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    Great game, better than RDR2 for me. Audio/video 10/10. Story and cinematic are great. Pure Kojima experience :D
  65. theinformer
    Mar 17, 2020
    9
    The gameplay was simple, yet addictive. Helping other players via the chrial network felt rewarding. Story/music/environments were beautiful yet melancholic Only negative is the lack of good boss battles.
  66. Chatmak
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    I feel like although you have to go into this game with almost no expectations to fully appreciate what it's tryintg to achieve, it still manages to provide one of the most unique and (for me, at least) enjoyable experiences in gaming. Some will find the gameplay boring because large parts of it are traversing from point A to point B, and the occasional stealth or combat sections areI feel like although you have to go into this game with almost no expectations to fully appreciate what it's tryintg to achieve, it still manages to provide one of the most unique and (for me, at least) enjoyable experiences in gaming. Some will find the gameplay boring because large parts of it are traversing from point A to point B, and the occasional stealth or combat sections are serviceable but nothing special.

    I personally loved it because many of its mechanics were intrinsically rewarding to me. Long walks with beautiful scenery, a brilliant score scattered throughout the adventure and an inventory management system with a lot of depth made the journey very enjoyable for the full 100 hours it took me to get the platinum. The story is very good, though despite the solid acting and notable cast, the writing could be better and the plot doesn't really begin to click until fairly late into the game. Nevertheless the pay-off is spectacular.

    Most of the time you will be trekking long paths with nothing and no one accompanying you, and the brilliant music starting at just the right time can feel like a hard earned reprieve from the bitter loneliness, like someone has just put their arm around you when you haven't felt human interaction for months on end.

    I don't wholly agree with people branding this a 'walking simulator', but there are elements of simulation which more closely resemble a 'delivery logistics simulator'. If you are into this type of inventory micromanagement and a high degree of choice in how you approach these deliveries, no other game does this better. From choosing gear, equipment, how pieces of cargo are arranged on your back, which route to take, where to strategically take shelter from the corrosive rain, how to best avoid enemies and just how much you can carry from A to B. There is a brilliantly subtle risk/reward aspect to each delivery. Do you attempt to take as much cargo as possible over the shortest distance and risk losing or damaging it when encountering enemies, or do you take the longer route and bring sufficient gear to craft shelters along the way, meaning that you can carry less cargo?

    The progression is also fantastic, while some portions of the game can feel like a grind especially if going for all the trophies or achievements, this grind is rewarded with cosmetic items, and levelling up all the facilities unlocks aspects of the game intended to make it easier, like vehicles, equipment or materials that can be used to construct structures and roads. By the end of the game, it becomes less of a walking sim and more like you have successfuly built a delivery company from the ground up, your success entirely attributable to the hard work you have put in to get to this place.

    I encourage everyone to give this game a try, it's not only unlike anything else you will likely ever play, but on the off chance that any of what I've just described resonates with you, will provide an unforgettable experience.    … Expand
  67. nozser
    Dec 6, 2019
    9
    Fantastic game. The highs of the game are amazing.
    It does take it's time to get into though. And that's the main reason people don't like it. If you can sit and enjoy the experience it's well worth it
  68. Comrade_Suhov
    Jan 10, 2021
    9
    I hesitated to buy Death Stranding on launch and only got it a few months later. Honestly, I didn't know what to expect from the game based on their trailers. Sure, it took some time to get used to the game, but, after several hours in, boy, oh boy, I got hooked.

    The world unlike any other, the asynchronous multiplayer, graphics on PS4 Pro, the plot - everything is so unusual and    I hesitated to buy Death Stranding on launch and only got it a few months later. Honestly, I didn't know what to expect from the game based on their trailers. Sure, it took some time to get used to the game, but, after several hours in, boy, oh boy, I got hooked.

    The world unlike any other, the asynchronous multiplayer, graphics on PS4 Pro, the plot - everything is so unusual and thrilling. Sure, there are games with better open-world activities, better shooting and more sane plot but Death Stranding managed to do something rather unusual for a modern-day game - be unique.    … Expand
  69. Doggy
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    Death Stranding is a truly unique gaming masterpiece. Experience, that truly brings people together.
    The backlash this video-game (yes, not a movie!) gets is getting out of hand.
    ↓ PREMISE: An apocalyptic phenomenon, "Death Stranding", has ruined the world. The dead return as ghastly creatures known as the "BTs", who prey on the living and cause devastating "Voidout" explosions. The    Death Stranding is a truly unique gaming masterpiece. Experience, that truly brings people together.
    The backlash this video-game (yes, not a movie!) gets is getting out of hand.
    ↓
    PREMISE: An apocalyptic phenomenon, "Death Stranding", has ruined the world. The dead return as ghastly creatures known as the "BTs", who prey on the living and cause devastating "Voidout" explosions. The once harmless rain is now dubbed as "the Timefall", as it accelerates aging of anything it touches. Traditional communication and transportation has become near impossible thanks "Chiral" contamination.
    The USA is now isolated and broken, barely resembling the super power it once was. People have been walled up in cities and smaller prepper bunkers, just out of the harms way. All the essential information and material between the establishments is moved by brave Porters; couriers, who are one part STALKERs, one part mailmen, 100% insane.
    You take the role of the Sam Porter Bridges, a lone wolf freelancer famous of his crazy but guaranteed deliveries. He possesses a supernatural capabilities of not only being able to sense the otherwise invisible BTs in his vicinity, but also seemingly return back to the world of the living after death.
    After surviving a catastrophic voidout caused by a mysterious incident, he is... "hired"... by the BRIDGES company; the largest surviving faction that hopes to fulfill the late President's final wish and re-connect all the surviving cities across the America, under a single, revolutionary "Chiral Network".
    Sam himself has personal matters at stake as well, alongside with a plethora of mysteries concerning the true nature of the Death Stranding.
    ↓
    GAMEPLAY:Death Stranding is a BIG, VARIED game.
    One moment, you're playing an open-world adventure / RPG game where you take deliveries from point A to B, trying not only to stay alive but also keep your cargo intact.
    The next, you may find yourself stealthing past foes from the world of the living and the dead, potentially escalating the game into hectic action if you screw up.
    Soon after, you may find yourself building and repairing structures, establishing routes and laying literal roads, just to make your and your fellow players' lives easier.
    While not exactly an online-game, the players are sort of "connected" by their actions in the game world. Once a new area is connected to the Chiral Network, you get to see and interact with the various structures, signs, gear, and even vehicles of the other players (and vise-versa).
    Had a nasty, deep river blocking your path earlier? Maybe someone has built a bridge over it, making crossing a breeze! Got a long way to go to and need to lighten your load? Build a remote Post Box, and stash your excess cargo there! Maybe donate some of your extra gear to other players while at it. Gotta to find tons of materials to build an entire highway? Instead of doing it alone, co-operate with the community to finish the taunting task in a few moments! Got ambushed by nasty dangers on your way in to a new area, or found something neat to loot in a remote corner of the world? Place a holographic sign or two to inform your fellow porters about them in advance!
    The amount of choices given to you is vast. Little by little you witness the once barren wastelands evolve into bright and (sort of) living world. You truly are connecting with people, and not just with the NPCs!

    Finally, the "walking simulation" claims. Yes, you do plenty of "walking" in this game.
    However, where as in just about any other game you would just press UP and slide smoothly through the terrain, not having to worry about the weight or form of your arsenal, the Death Stranding truly SIMULATES all of these elements.
    It's a totally different thing to be running around with nothing more than your clothes and boots on, or to have 200kg of bulky packages hanging on your back and arms. There's a world of difference between waltzing on a flat and even footpath and having to balance on top of pile of wet rocks. You truly FEEL the weight, the physics, the terrain and the inevitable exhaustion of your character when you play DS. Tumbling down or getting washed away by rapids not only hurts Sam, but can also have you drop and damage your cargo, potentially ruining your day.
    This makes you really PLAN your actions in advance, making the game more tactical. Do I take a risk and reap big rewards, or do I play it safe and move light? Which routes do I choose, and will a Timefall be my cargo's demise? ...etc.
    ↓
    VISUAL PRESENTATION: Photorealistic world and characters. Gorgeous lighting. Fancy special effects. Great!
    Soundtrack is beautiful and varied. SFX is top notch, and VA job ranges from "fine" to "great".
    ↓
    CONCLUSION: Want to experience a memorable, slow-burn gaming experience like no other, with a bonkers story mixing scifi and Lovecraft? DS is the game for you!    … Expand
  70. Andoriyu
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    Pretty unique game. While looking back at the games feels to be it was repetitive - it wasn't repetitive to me while I was playing it. However, if you're looking CoD action or even MGS action - you're looking in the wrong place.

    Easy sell pros: - Amazing and well time music - Gorgeous land design - Interesting Story - Kojima amount of humor Less easy to sell pros: - Very    Pretty unique game. While looking back at the games feels to be it was repetitive - it wasn't repetitive to me while I was playing it. However, if you're looking CoD action or even MGS action - you're looking in the wrong place.

    Easy sell pros:
    - Amazing and well time music
    - Gorgeous land design
    - Interesting Story
    - Kojima amount of humor

    Less easy to sell pros:
    - Very connected feeling while you're playing single player game
    - Helping other players feels extremely rewarding and satisfying
    - Interesting take on game play
    - Well directed cut-scenes

    Cons:
    - It's easy to describe game as boring as possible while game isn't boring
    - Not so interesting NG+ experience aside from helping other players
    - Story telling mostly over cut-scenes    … Expand
  71. arcade313
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    I normally dont write reviews but I felt i had after all the negative reviews. I get why people are mad, because when the bought the game they was expecting some metal gear/ call of duty action. But instead the got a FedEx simulator meets nightmare on elms street. Well at least to them they did. What I got was probably the best hiking simulator I've ever experienced mix in with a littleI normally dont write reviews but I felt i had after all the negative reviews. I get why people are mad, because when the bought the game they was expecting some metal gear/ call of duty action. But instead the got a FedEx simulator meets nightmare on elms street. Well at least to them they did. What I got was probably the best hiking simulator I've ever experienced mix in with a little bit of nightmare on elms street. The challenge of navigating the difficult terrain is fun and using ropes and ladders left by others players. You can also leave emojis warning other players of the dangers ahead.. at first it was difficult learning all the stuff of how to craft items and make bridges. But once you get use to it it gets fun. I would write more but itshard to do on this cellphone with this post icon blocking what I is.… Expand
  72. burza1982
    Dec 2, 2019
    9
    Kojima proves again his mastermind. Details, story, all on highest level. The best game of this year for sure.
  73. AaronA
    Dec 19, 2019
    9
    GOTG contender for sure.

    The middle section of the game may drag a wee bit, but otherwise, no other game in existence gives you the feelings, emotions, and sense of wonder this did.

    If you think about it, it's the first game in many many years to never incite a feeling of Deja-Vu at all. You've seriously never played anything like this.
  74. Kansler
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Kojima is a madman. Please take all my money. This is one of a kind game. It takes plenty of risks, some of which work better than others. The end result is not everyone's cup of tea, but it sure is mine. The story is bizarre but, in the end, very compelling and emotionally engaging. The themes are surprisingly mundane: connection to other people, etc... The acting is obviously top notchKojima is a madman. Please take all my money. This is one of a kind game. It takes plenty of risks, some of which work better than others. The end result is not everyone's cup of tea, but it sure is mine. The story is bizarre but, in the end, very compelling and emotionally engaging. The themes are surprisingly mundane: connection to other people, etc... The acting is obviously top notch and the cut scenes range from good to mind blowing. The graphics and world building are outstanding and the soundtrack works to enhance the mood. The gameplay is probably the most controversial aspect of the game. I think it makes walking exciting again, since it really forces you to plan ahead, and to use your brain and strategy to get around. At its worst, the mission design can get tedious, and there are plenty of "filler" missions, to be sure. Another weak point is the stealth and fighting against the "MULEs", most of which can be skipped thankfully. But overall, I really enjoyed the gameplay and the story. I haven't had this much pure unadulterated fun in a game in a long time.… Expand
  75. pmdgv
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    I loved precisely because the game goes against everything I was expecting, and that's its charm. The game is not what the fans expected, but what Kojima expected. is a Kojima game, not the fans game.

    Presentation: 10
    Graphics: 10
    Sounds: 9
    Story: 10
    I loved
  76. Markos-
    Dec 6, 2019
    9
    I'm one of the bunch in love with the game, after 50 hours played. Not a game for everyone, sure, but the game is unique in several aspects. One of the most important for me: it is the closest thing I've seen to a hiking game. Before starting a route, you need to plan ahead on certain supplies, the terrain, weather forecast.. And while on the route, you'll need certain navigational skillsI'm one of the bunch in love with the game, after 50 hours played. Not a game for everyone, sure, but the game is unique in several aspects. One of the most important for me: it is the closest thing I've seen to a hiking game. Before starting a route, you need to plan ahead on certain supplies, the terrain, weather forecast.. And while on the route, you'll need certain navigational skills to be able to read what's the best possible route across a mountain or to cross a river or canyon. Then, you can use ladders and ropes to help you along the way, and will obviously need to tread carefully when walking or scrambling.
    But the "hiking" part is just a fraction of what it has to offer. You may choose to rely more heavily on vehicles (bikes and trucks), which will make things more direct but equally crafty. Planning efficient routes of delivery is equally important, and it can be so rewarding that you might be willingly spending time picking up other's lost cargo to finish their deliveries. Yes, some of us are doing that for fun, because it can be fun! It is very rewarding to offload a truck with 700kg of cargo on destination.
    And the story, sure, it is very intriguing and with a deep lore. But for me it's not the main attraction of this game, not even close. For me it is the adventure in the rough nature, where you need to survive and find your path across all kind of natural (and unnatural) dangers, and to do so, the game offers you a very realistic physic system and a full set of gadgets and tricks to overcome the different challenges.
    If you want simple, direct to the point games, where you don't need to be meticulous, yeah skip this one!    … Expand
  77. 48Laws
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Starts off slow but more game play options open up around episode 3. You're a delivery guy in a Kojima game, buyers who understand what those two things mean can more or less predict what the game is going to be like. There is a lot of terrain navigation and a methodical approach to inventory management/ travel routes is required. Losing packages can be frustrating but it's part of the funStarts off slow but more game play options open up around episode 3. You're a delivery guy in a Kojima game, buyers who understand what those two things mean can more or less predict what the game is going to be like. There is a lot of terrain navigation and a methodical approach to inventory management/ travel routes is required. Losing packages can be frustrating but it's part of the fun of the game (think Eve Online style despair feeling of losing stuff you've collected). I've been enjoying the game so far and love the motion capture in the cut scenes (there are many, again this is a Kojima game). There is combat but it's spread out and can be frustrating because your goal is usually to deliver a bunch of cargo, not be an action hero fighter. There are easy ways around combat once you learn a handful of simple strategies (Sam is not a great fist fighter). Terminal entries and emails have been interesting and fill in some of the lore but won't be attractive for gamers who hate reading. The combination of the soundtrack and overall aesthetic of the world, environments and characters has kept me hooked and continuing to build the chiral network. I've seen a few of my friend's structures in my game and it's fun to see where they've been and use items they've left as a free shortcut. It's a slow paced game and is almost more like a cinema experience early on. While this definitely isn't a game for everyone, I have no idea why some are rating it a 0 as if they're surprised about what's in it, to me it was basically what I expected it to be. Kojima delivery guy game, people are mad about too many cut scenes and having to do delivery guy stuff?… Expand
  78. jameson95
    May 24, 2020
    9
    This is a great game. Everything you think you know about video games is questioned by this game.

    I mean, this game is basically a walking simulator through Iceland. Isn't that on everyone's bucket lists? Sitting in those baths near the airport? Oh yeah that's in the game too. For $40, this game is an absolute must try. I don't doubt that some people won't be able to get into it. It    This is a great game. Everything you think you know about video games is questioned by this game.

    I mean, this game is basically a walking simulator through Iceland. Isn't that on everyone's bucket lists? Sitting in those baths near the airport? Oh yeah that's in the game too.

    For $40, this game is an absolute must try. I don't doubt that some people won't be able to get into it. It has basically crap controls for most of the entire game, combat which is so boring it is way more fun to skip, and using ladders, ropes, ziplines and driving a rusted out van is the funnest part of the game.

    But seriously the point of the game is really the plot and building a relationship with a baby. Yes, a baby. Goddamnit that baby is a hero.    … Expand
  79. Kaniya
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    One could say Death Stranding is a boring game, one could say its a new genre. I say its neither. But its a game that redefines a couple of familiar mechanics that we have seen in gaming industry. Sure you could go ahead and say it is actually a walking simulator, which it is, but the truth is that it is good at it.
    The technology that powers the game facilitates all its needs to a degree    One could say Death Stranding is a boring game, one could say its a new genre. I say its neither. But its a game that redefines a couple of familiar mechanics that we have seen in gaming industry. Sure you could go ahead and say it is actually a walking simulator, which it is, but the truth is that it is good at it.
    The technology that powers the game facilitates all its needs to a degree that is essentially an industry benchmark.
    Death stranding takes you to an empty, sad and depressing land. A land affected by a phenomena called death stranding that have messed up normal life cycle of humans on earth. I will say only this much to prevent any spoilers that might cause you to lose interest in story.
    But this world, also doesnt feel empty and lonely, it rewards you by showing other players helping each other not to only build America once again but also build a world for each other. The shared experience of Death Stranding slowly builds up and it rewards you for respecting and encouraging other players in this "difficult journey". This system sure is an evolved version of methods we have seen utilised in Souls series but here is designed in such a sense to give you happiness. now how much effective it is, it depends on your expectations from the game.
    You see, Death Stranding is a serious game, usually for us serious is defined as hard but fun in gaming world. Death stranding somehow tries to be serious by being a very realistic experience. Connecting America, if you imagine it in a world that humanity has lost many things, cant be a simple task of point n clicking. Its a hard task and a mission given to someone rather important and capable of doing it. but it also doesnt mean every second of this journey is filled with AAA over the board action sequences. This is a serious business of delivering parts to connect a nation to one another for a better tomorrow.
    Now that I have established my point, im going to say YES the game mainly involves delivering items around the shrunken version of North America from East to west, you have to traverse this environment mostly on foot and sometimes by cars and motors but that is basically what an ideal reality is for such situation. Still, the DS engines helps to resolve land traversal and takes its realism onto a new level. You can feel walking the entire america inch by inch, sure it can be repetitive , but seeing people have gone through same, put up outposts and left you supplies to use makes things interesting and your life easier, knowing that you are not alone in this journey. Sure it can be tedious at times or the whole structure is similar to fetch quests, but it is designed in depths. Inventory management, choosing your way, dealing with weather conditions, obstacles on the way are not things we see in a typical game that involves traditional fetch quests.
    You see, this game takes itself very serious just to tell you this is a new genre, a new definition of walking simulator games but in a such majestic fashion that I can say it does pushes it to next level and it is indeed very good at proving it.
    There are downsides in the game, story can open up itself in a very classic way of slowly explaining things to player but as matter of fact, everyone in the world of DS including Sam has no idea about the world they are living in, all they know is that they can gather more information through connecting america once again and that is when your reward comes through. Rewards do not need to always bee cool armors, cool weapons, cash or loot, they can simply be as realistic as nothing.
    "Nothing" in sense that Sam is putting his life in danger to do something that has nothing in it for him. Just like our own lives, we cant always expect rewards for stuff we do, however we can expect good things to happen, and it that department DS is good! it has bunch of really cool story segments that will keep you engaged through the end of it. DS gameplay is also designed in a very open ended fashion that is both balanced and details which shows Kojima ability in designing something new without much error. You could argue with me, but the game doesnt force you to grind for materials to build stuff, it rather gives you enough and asks you to make a wise decision about it. It asks you to make decisions about your every step since the whole world is reachable and its for you. It doenst ask you to build your adventures like Breath of the wild, it asks you to work for a nation, it asks you to work for your fellow players to build a world for you and for them.
    Death stranding sure has its up and downs and it comes down as to simple as poles, ropes and ladders and hands. But these are the things that brought us together and drove us away too. And death stranding tells that, it tells you how hard it is for us to be humans. something we take for granted. Thanks you sony for supporting developers new and unique ideas!    … Expand
  80. jas_on
    Jan 13, 2020
    9
    I started this game with a guarded but open mind and I was blown away by how much I enjoyed it. The attention to detail is amazing. My least favorite parts were where the game took away your agency and forced you to play a certain way (such as in certain fights or story missions) but that's mostly because what the game does best is give you freedom to play your way. Any aspect of the gameI started this game with a guarded but open mind and I was blown away by how much I enjoyed it. The attention to detail is amazing. My least favorite parts were where the game took away your agency and forced you to play a certain way (such as in certain fights or story missions) but that's mostly because what the game does best is give you freedom to play your way. Any aspect of the game play you choose to commit yourself to and dig deep on (building structures, fostering relationships with outpost residents, recovering stolen packages from enemy NPC camps) are mostly optional but able to be doubled down on and provide satisfying game play.

    I'd never played a Kojima game before Death Stranding, but I'm a fan now.    … Expand
  81. mijan
    Jan 8, 2020
    9
    Very very good game, classic Kojima convoluted story that is at times confusing but very interesting even after 50 hours. You constantly get new and better equipment so it never actually gets stale, there's always something new. Music and graphics are the best out there, graphics are almost photo realistic, it's quite incredible how good looking this game is. It's not a perfect game but itVery very good game, classic Kojima convoluted story that is at times confusing but very interesting even after 50 hours. You constantly get new and better equipment so it never actually gets stale, there's always something new. Music and graphics are the best out there, graphics are almost photo realistic, it's quite incredible how good looking this game is. It's not a perfect game but it sure is one of the best games that will define PS4 era.… Expand
  82. Azel
    Nov 27, 2019
    9
    The core gameplay loop is controversial to some, but to me it is satisfying to gradually overcome the terrain, with the game continually dropping new gadgets and abilities onto you. The world is initially harsh and a challenge to get across, but you make it civilized, and once you get the zip lines, you're creating convenient networks to get around. Most games have low level enemies toThe core gameplay loop is controversial to some, but to me it is satisfying to gradually overcome the terrain, with the game continually dropping new gadgets and abilities onto you. The world is initially harsh and a challenge to get across, but you make it civilized, and once you get the zip lines, you're creating convenient networks to get around. Most games have low level enemies to deal with, this game has the terrain as the common enemy, and you feel a sense of pride as you overcome it and change the landscape. In each area you are tasked with getting to your destination in your own way with no help, but upon doing so you link up to the "Chiral Network", allowing you access to usually a dozen or so of other players structures / items / signs in that area. This is always such a sense of relief, and you go on to add to these yourself or upgrade them, sharing the love. On the downside, in my opinion the story is a nonsensical mess, and the delivery of key plot points is mishandled. On top of this, some bosses or set pieces seem extremely out of place and don't have the same care and interesting mechanics as the rest of the game, and could simply not be there to be honest. But you can really just ignore that and focus on what you're doing for 99% of the game, which is facing the world find a refreshing kind of game, free from many video game conventions. If you don't like inventory management and tactical planning games, then give it a miss though, this isn't a game that necessarily has mass-appeal, but it is satisfying for people who like to tinker, optimize, gather, build and explore.… Expand
  83. Lobstermug
    Dec 28, 2019
    9
    I'll start off by saying it's definitely not for everyone. Even people who love Kojima's other games seem to find this hard to get into, but something about it just hits all the right buttons for me. The main thing is that if you don't enjoy the basic gameplay loop of delivering packages from point A to B, this game isn't for you.

    The fun is in plotting your route and using all the    I'll start off by saying it's definitely not for everyone. Even people who love Kojima's other games seem to find this hard to get into, but something about it just hits all the right buttons for me. The main thing is that if you don't enjoy the basic gameplay loop of delivering packages from point A to B, this game isn't for you.

    The fun is in plotting your route and using all the gadgets to make your way past obstacles while keeping your packages safe. There's so much mechanical depth, and it just feels good to play, it's very polished. You're constantly getting new tools, buildings, and vehicles.

    Of course if you just want to shoot the bad guys, there isn't a lot of that here. This is a slow burn and you gotta be in the mood to just chill and take it all in. The story is unique and well executed, the visuals are beautiful. There's lots of Kojima's personality in the world, it's full of his quirkiness. This is definitely a labour of love, which is rare in AAA gaming. It's sad that a lot of people are just dumping on it because it doesn't fit their preconceptions of what a game should be. I don't want to be that guy who gets all pretentious about people just not getting it or whatever, but I think a lot of the problems people are having with this game is coming from their own lack of patience and willingness to take the time to understand how things work mechanically.    … Expand
  84. rohail6
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    I'm not gonna spoil anything but once you stick through it, and I mean seriously stick through it, this is probably the most exceptional experience I've had with a game. One that will actually make you question your EXISTENCE. Pure sci-fi. On top of that Kojima still left some little things in the game for Metal Gear fans. All in all a solid 9/10. It just takes over 30-40 hours to reallyI'm not gonna spoil anything but once you stick through it, and I mean seriously stick through it, this is probably the most exceptional experience I've had with a game. One that will actually make you question your EXISTENCE. Pure sci-fi. On top of that Kojima still left some little things in the game for Metal Gear fans. All in all a solid 9/10. It just takes over 30-40 hours to really get there but once you do it's worth it. I haven't had an endgame experience like this since MGS4.… Expand
  85. Medallish
    Aug 29, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I went from not being hyped at all for this game, to being interested enough to eventually buy it, why? Because as we heard more about the game play, it reminded me of things like a simulator game, I'll say it's not quite that, but I was still drawn to it, and couldn't stop playing.

    I was also on the "Hideo Kojima is overrated" wagon, I spent 90 hours on this game and has completely reversed, he understands the The gaming medium, and doesn't just want to make movies. He did something unique with it, his presentation is rough in some places, but it's very Kojima, and has it's charm, I really don't think it should change.

    Finally for the game, it's certainly not a perfect game, but it's game play loop being delivering packages, it honestly works quite well, the challenge is the environment, I must admit most characters only really started coming to life by the end of the game, but by then Cliff Unger, and Die-Hardman were suddenly my two favorite characters, where before that point they were barely noticeable.
    Deadman is also a fun character, cute you could say, definitely a bit of a comic relief, all the characters are likable though, there wasn't a single character I completely disliked, I will say Higgs was the most built up character that you learn almost nothing about, when it comes to motivations, or I just didn't feel it when the reveal came.

    TL;DR Death Stranding is a unique game that has a surprisingly good game play hook, despite how it looks, and a story that really comes to life by the end.    … Expand
  86. Wargears
    Dec 6, 2019
    9
    Finally finished the game after 50 or so hours and wow what a ride. At first the game didn't really clicked on me and there are even times that I got bored to death with it, but even a lot of reviewers said that these is one of the type of games that will really took a long2x while to be good and guess what it did. As to avoid spoilers I will just put my pros and cons after finallyFinally finished the game after 50 or so hours and wow what a ride. At first the game didn't really clicked on me and there are even times that I got bored to death with it, but even a lot of reviewers said that these is one of the type of games that will really took a long2x while to be good and guess what it did. As to avoid spoilers I will just put my pros and cons after finally finishing the game.

    Pros
    >Eventhough people saying this game is a glorified walking simulator the game does feel fresh, unique, and a bit different from the typical triple a open world games devs like to churn out every year with the same formula.
    >Characters, story, and the lore are pretty amazing and also really deep.
    >The actors are perfect for their roles.
    >Interactions with other players was really fun especially building stuffs to aid yourself and them as well.
    >Play the game whatever the way you want. You can kill or avoid every enemies all together.

    Cons
    >Like I said this is a very slow burn game and wouldn't even take off at 30 or so hours so you'll either like or hate it.
    >Missions are consist of the usual delivery this deliver that from point a to point b, yeah there is collect and timed missions but other than that there's barely any variety. Also some rewards aren't really worth the long walk.
    >Disappointed that Bt's and mules aren't really a threat but more of an annoyance and you can go rambo on an army if you have the firepower.
    >Bosses are easy as hell, even the final bosses are pretty easy and doesn't really require strategy to defeat.
    >Terrains and physics can be really inconsistent at times.
    >The damn truck. I hate it!
    >Ui can be confusing at times and a lot of stuffs can be missed out if you don't bother reading the games manual.    … Expand
  87. SilvioDante
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    As with any work of art the the value of the work is in the eye of the beholder. Some people like Marvel films others like 60’s black and white samurai flicks by Akira Kurosawa. One prefers blockbusters the other cinema. If you are of the latter Death Stranding is a remarkeable game or rather is a remarkeable playable book and cinematic artpiece with a huge dose of Kojima’s iconic style ofAs with any work of art the the value of the work is in the eye of the beholder. Some people like Marvel films others like 60’s black and white samurai flicks by Akira Kurosawa. One prefers blockbusters the other cinema. If you are of the latter Death Stranding is a remarkeable game or rather is a remarkeable playable book and cinematic artpiece with a huge dose of Kojima’s iconic style of Sci-Fi woven through. The story is competing and deep, too deep for most I’d say. Truly a unique game that has people playing divided, this game is like a indie arthouse film with a Hollywood budget ... crazy… Expand
  88. resh_aykut
    Dec 2, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding son zamanlarda oynadığım en keyifli ve aynı zamanda mental olarak yoran (zorlayıcı), en ufak şeylerden bile sizi mutlu eden örneğini gösteremeyeceğim bir maceraydı. Oynarken her anından keyif aldım ve senaryoyu bitirmek 41 saatimi aldı. Post Apokaliptik bir evrende hissetmeniz gereken her duyguyu sonuna kadar hissettiriyor. Hideo Kojima'nın melankolik müzik seçimleri buDeath Stranding son zamanlarda oynadığım en keyifli ve aynı zamanda mental olarak yoran (zorlayıcı), en ufak şeylerden bile sizi mutlu eden örneğini gösteremeyeceğim bir maceraydı. Oynarken her anından keyif aldım ve senaryoyu bitirmek 41 saatimi aldı. Post Apokaliptik bir evrende hissetmeniz gereken her duyguyu sonuna kadar hissettiriyor. Hideo Kojima'nın melankolik müzik seçimleri bu duyguları buram buram yaşamanıza sebep veriyor. Aktör ve aktrisler zaten çıtayı en üst seviyelere taşımış. Hikaye kurgusu da şimdiye kadar yapılmış hiç bir filme veya oyuna benzemiyor. Oynanış online oyuncularla yardımlaşma içersinde geçiyor ve bu sistem o kadar iyi oyuna yedirilmiş ki geçtiğiniz bölgelere saatler sonra geriye döndüğünüzde medeniyet kurulduğunu görebiliyorsunuz. Karakterler arasında geçen diyolaglar o kadar başarılı ki kurgu ile bütünleştiğinde sonunda sizleri büyük sürprizler bekliyor olacak. Dikkatli takip etmekte fayda var. Oyunun sonlarına doğru parçalanmış toplumları ve insanları "NEDEN" bir araya getirmeniz gerektiğini o kadar iyi anlıyorsunuz ki, bunun nedenini öğrendiğimiz o andan itibaren geriye kalan yalnızca göz yaşlarınız olacak. Bu oyunla ilgili diyeceğim pek çok şey fakat özet geçmek istiyorum ; Death Stranding kesinlikle bir baş yapıt.… Expand
  89. ancientscream
    Nov 20, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All I can say is … groundbreaking, pushing the envelope of what gaming is, its more atmospheric poetry, with layers and layers of metaphor and futurist vision, it wont appeal to traditional gamers who are still looking for standard game paradigms such as another fps looter shooter, but if your looking for something really different and inventive and cooky, it really is amazing, Its a far future dystopian vision where a dimension beyond our comprehension has invaded on our own reality, US society has broken down, where the difference between whats real and whats tech magic is heavily blurred, where humanity is surviving but not in a form that is comparable to current society, its the kind of game people are going to be debating the meaning of for years to come, and that kind of inventive futurism is worthy of investigation, the actual gameplay parts of the game revolve largely around being a foot based delivery guy in an america that feels like a permanent nuclear fallout rainy day in iceland where it has been invaded by malicious entities from another dimension that also have a reach in to the realm beyond life and the experience of human death,(im sure the delivery gameplay element to some will feel chore like, as a recalibration from the endless in your face high paced re-action), but the story and futurist vision weaved throughout is the real interest, theres so much packed in here of interest, I think this is Kojima's masterpiece, like this is the kind of game he was building up to. its gonna divide some traditional audiences I'm sure, but noone can seriously review this game as zero!?! they are literally being absurd yes its not an FPS its not MGS but get a grip, I think also there is allot of people who don't wait for user reviews before buying thinking he's going to make another MGS, then they freak out because he's made a different style of game and then leave a protest rating, 0 is not really applicable to any game? but over time I think this will be recognised as on of the most innovative game 2019 produced. Story wise its interesting and worth going through the delivery jobs to get to the next reveal, heartman being a particularly interesting character and story part, though all the characters are well done, the ending could be a bit stronger, but the story parts leading up to it make it worth it, overall a great game.… Expand
  90. jenkins748
    Nov 19, 2019
    9
    It’s a very different type of game. Certainly not for action oriented gamers. The graphics are beautiful, the landscapes are memorable and the story is strange and fantastic. It’s a slower paced game but I don’t think that’s a bad thing. A bulk of the game revolves around making deliveries. If that doesn’t sound fun to you then don’t buy it. If you are looking for a break from the mundaneIt’s a very different type of game. Certainly not for action oriented gamers. The graphics are beautiful, the landscapes are memorable and the story is strange and fantastic. It’s a slower paced game but I don’t think that’s a bad thing. A bulk of the game revolves around making deliveries. If that doesn’t sound fun to you then don’t buy it. If you are looking for a break from the mundane shooters that are a dime a dozen then give this a shot. It’s not for everyone but I’m very much enjoying it.… Expand
  91. berithpy
    Nov 29, 2019
    9
    Enjoyed the game inmensly, a game where you interact with systems, where walking and resource management are key elements of the game, the story is as kojima as it gets and delivers if you know how he rolls, at the beggining and end you get an exposure dump which is great but it also shows how it lacks a good way to transmit the information as you play, it does provide with anEnjoyed the game inmensly, a game where you interact with systems, where walking and resource management are key elements of the game, the story is as kojima as it gets and delivers if you know how he rolls, at the beggining and end you get an exposure dump which is great but it also shows how it lacks a good way to transmit the information as you play, it does provide with an email/interview system which is good to give you more info but I personally consider it to be a bad way transmit to the player the backstory, you can't cosume it while you play, its a bit lazy in 2019, the soundtrack fits really well with the game and I feel like a found some great albums that I plan to keep listening!… Expand
  92. DarkN0rth
    Dec 10, 2019
    9
    Игра отличная. 140 часов и платина.
    Никогда не играл в МГС и фанатом гения не являюсь, но данная игра и не наскучила и сюжет зашёл.
  93. vahythelord
    May 2, 2020
    9
    Impressive game. Kojima charm is there. Gameplay gets better every chapter. Its slow at first, try patience. Story is existential and philosyphical and maybe not for people who arent on prying minds. Presentations like sound and graphics are perfect.
  94. AlphaBootis
    Nov 16, 2019
    9
    Superb title. Gripping story from beginning to end told with breathtaking visuals. Insane the Playstation 4 is still capable of this.
    Took about 40 hours for me.
  95. montagx
    Feb 17, 2020
    9
    Unique, different, a little tedious sometimes but surely a must-play game, just requieres times and patience to apretiate every detail and atmosphere
  96. Chotix
    May 2, 2020
    9
    I genuinely love this game. It might not be for everyone, and that's perfectly fine. But this is my favorite game on the PS4. If it seems interesting to you, absolutely give it a try.
  97. mal957
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    Sinceramente no pensé que me iba a gustar, termino atrapándome muchísimo (al punto de perder horas de sueño), al principio es lento, pero una vez que empiezas a obtener algunas mejoras se pone mas interesante. Lo recomiendo para aquellos viejos gamers que están un poco aburridos de las mecánicas de siempre, si uno se olvida de la controversia y de Kojima, es mejor de lo que parece
  98. danielscotth
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    Admittedly, I’m only several hours in so far, but in this small amount of time with the game I’ve been absolutely enthralled from the minute I started to the minute I had to put it down to get some sleep. If life’s responsibilities ceased to be a thing, I’d have guaranteed played this all through the night into the morning.

    Reviews have been so divisive on this and even those that have    Admittedly, I’m only several hours in so far, but in this small amount of time with the game I’ve been absolutely enthralled from the minute I started to the minute I had to put it down to get some sleep. If life’s responsibilities ceased to be a thing, I’d have guaranteed played this all through the night into the morning.

    Reviews have been so divisive on this and even those that have been highly receptive tend to say something along the lines of, “I think I like it...?” or “it’s boring, but it’s a masterpiece”. Those negative reviews completely dismiss the entire game as a piece of garbage with seemingly no merit. Still, after watching dozens of review videos, reading handfuls of varying reviews and scores, I couldn’t shake the fact that I felt like I’d really dig this game. I’m so glad I did. I was so hesitant to buy this game and even upon starting it to think, maybe they’re all right and I made a terrible decision. Nope. Not for me at least. I loved every minute of the cutscenes, traversal, soundscapes, and world that Kojima and his crew have created.

    I love the gameplay so far. The slow pace, micromanaging walking (which to me actually feels like Sam has real momentum and the feedback from the controls feels really good), the mapping out your delivery route, the aesthetics of the menus and open world, the graphics, soundtrack, etc. There’s chill moments and absolutely tense moments. ...and some REALLY bizarre, out-there moments as well! I guess it really does just come down to each persons individual tastes and phase of life. This is the perfect game for me right now amidst a sea of normalcy and same-same games - I love RPG’s, action games, shooters, etc - but it’s nice to have something so unique and so focused on a particular-narrow vision. To me, Death Stranding even this early in my play-through deserves nothing less than a 9/10. I know it’s a long game. I know, as with any game (RPG or otherwise) some aspects of gameplay do eventually get a little old towards the endgame. But I also know what I like, and it’s right here. This weird, gorgeous, oddly-fun (to me) game that Kojima productions has dared to make is EXACTLY what I didn’t know I wanted this game to be.    … Expand
  99. luigilago
    Dec 28, 2019
    9
    Excelente jogo. O começo é tediante, mas depois muda bastante.
    O povo acha que todos os jogos precisam ter o tempo todo ação. Kojima mostrou uma excelente história, com diversos blowmind's
  100. xentagz
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Kojima's best work to date. The game really starts after episode 3. Please don't miss this game..
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  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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