Death Stranding

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  1. kraftw33rk
    Apr 16, 2021
    5
    Grafik, Pixel, Framerate und Sound sind nicht alles und doch ein typischer Kojima. Klasse Atmosphäre. Tolle Grafik und spitzen Sound. Die Geschichte wird toll erzählt.
    Leider werden Schauspieler-Gesichter verwendet - Niemals Filme und Games mixen!
    Wertet und lenkt ab! Das Gesicht des "The walking Dead" Schauspielers haut mich ständig raus aus der Geschichte. Ich denke andauernd nur an    Grafik, Pixel, Framerate und Sound sind nicht alles und doch ein typischer Kojima. Klasse Atmosphäre. Tolle Grafik und spitzen Sound. Die Geschichte wird toll erzählt.
    Leider werden Schauspieler-Gesichter verwendet - Niemals Filme und Games mixen!
    Wertet und lenkt ab! Das Gesicht des "The walking Dead" Schauspielers haut mich ständig raus aus der Geschichte. Ich denke andauernd nur an die Serie statt in dem tollen Spiel zu sein. Schade Kojima. Das hätten 5 Sterne werden können     … Expand
  2. SethGrey
    Apr 8, 2021
    6
    A Messy Work of Art

    Graphics, World Design & Presentation: 8 Visually stunning and intriguing world design. One of the best looking open world games of the modern era. The post-apocalyptic world design with lush green environment with oily-dirty substance and structures make for a unique sight. The presentation is a bit problematic at times, there are sometimes too many cut scenes that    A Messy Work of Art

    Graphics, World Design & Presentation: 8
    Visually stunning and intriguing world design. One of the best looking open world games of the modern era. The post-apocalyptic world design with lush green environment with oily-dirty substance and structures make for a unique sight. The presentation is a bit problematic at times, there are sometimes too many cut scenes that slows down an already slow game. Some skipable with one button, others require different buttons.

    Soundtrack & Voice Acting: 10
    Music is transcendent, it's up there at the top of video game soundtrack Hall of Fame with Nier: Automata and The Last of Us. Voice acting is excellent.

    Writing & Story: 7
    We're getting into controversial territory here. The main plot is unique and unlike anything I've experienced before. The story is built around original concepts only capable of coming out of the mind of a genius or a man man. The plot deserves a perfect score for creativity. Sadly, you can't talk about the story without the writing. The dialogue is questionable at times, the fourth wall breaking regularly shatters the immersion of an otherwise serious storytelling experience. The protagonist's oedipal relationship with his mother/sister/lover also is jarring and everything is too much on the nose starting from the names of the locations (Knot this, Knot that) to names of the characters (Bridges, Strand, Die-Hardman etc). There are too many eye-rolling moments to take the story seriously at times.

    Gameplay & Fun Factor: 0
    This is where things get interesting. As I attempt to get the platinum trophy on hard difficulty, this has been easily one of the most frustrating gaming experiences of my life.

    The core gameplay of Death Stranding is intentionally tedious, which is ironic since gameplay is the foundation and heart and soul of every video game. The constantly mandatory opening of menus interrupt the moments of auditory bliss provided by the otherworldly soundtrack. Gameplay requires a lot of precision get imprecise controls worsened by realistic physics make traversal a real nightmare. Whilst zip-lines can be fun to use, most everything isn't.

    Combat mechanics aren't engaging, most of the enemies provide distraction from the real enemy of the game - the controls. Moreover the excessive slow motion slows down the cripplingly slow gameplay even further. I'd recommend playing on the Easy mode, disregard the stealth and quickly chop through the enemies to get to the good part, the story.

    Overall the gameplay is intended to realistically reflect the hardships of carrying inhumane amount of weight and travelling across rough terrains. This is a textbook example of how too much realism can actually hurt a game.

    Performance & Stability: 7
    Game plays like a dream. Apart from sudden loading pauses when you're zip-lining through the map (which I imagine can be fixed with an SSD) there's no frame rate drops or no crashes to talk about. Incredibly stable!

    Overall: 6.4
    Death Stranding is a unique blend of intriguing and emotional story, sublime music, spectacular visuals and intentionally frustrating and tedious gameplay which makea it an inconsistent work of art that's difficult to recommend to everyone. It's cripplingly slow and takes a little too long to unlock the more engaging elements of the gameplay. One could argue that it should've been a movie or a TV show instead of a game but it's hard to argue that it's an incredible and unique experience should you suffer through the boring slog of a gameplay for 50+ hours.    … Expand
  3. 0007
    Apr 12, 2021
    0
    You just run around delivering boxes. I think Kojima played a practical joke on gamers
  4. tfonias74
    Apr 7, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very different and interesting game with a extremely boring finale.. the last 4 chapters at least are filler with no interest. You get to fight the same boss at least 3 times in a boring fight that offers nothing new. I have to admit the last part of the game really soured the whole experience.… Expand
  5. 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
  6. YjiDu
    Apr 6, 2021
    9
    Incredible game. There is some issues with cars and bikes, but that is absolutely invaluable. I played on hard and after completing story, I feel just good. Story is amazing. You see how story takes the swing and every twist is valuable. I don't know what to say. If you hadn't played it yet, you definitely should.
  7. steverozada
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Este juego, o lo odias, o lo amas. Me encuentro en el segundo grupo. No es el tipo de juego para todo el mundo, pero si lo que te gusta es difrutar de los graficos, del sonido, de la historia, este juego te tedra pegado a la pantalla por horas. Es como escuchar rock o chill out, hay momentos para todo.
  8. Nexon214
    Apr 4, 2021
    7
    I give it an 7, because of the overall experience. My thoughts on Death Stranding is honestly mixed, because on "gameplay" wise, well... That doesn't really exist. So for the "gameplay", I give it a 4 out of 10. But on the cinematic side Death Stranding show it's real strength. It has a lot of depth, interesting characters, world, why did all these things happened etc. That was a 10/10 forI give it an 7, because of the overall experience. My thoughts on Death Stranding is honestly mixed, because on "gameplay" wise, well... That doesn't really exist. So for the "gameplay", I give it a 4 out of 10. But on the cinematic side Death Stranding show it's real strength. It has a lot of depth, interesting characters, world, why did all these things happened etc. That was a 10/10 for me. That's why, my overall rating is 7.… Expand
  9. JonayBN69
    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
  10. Dubeau
    Apr 4, 2021
    6
    Death Stranding has a very ambitious story to tell but it fails with it's gameplay mechanics and fights. The story is not simple and revolves a lot on fantasy. It's good and they put real actors in it. The delivery of the story is amazing. At the base however, this is a lot a walking simulator. You get vehicles at some points, most of them are slow enough that the BT can attack you. MakingDeath Stranding has a very ambitious story to tell but it fails with it's gameplay mechanics and fights. The story is not simple and revolves a lot on fantasy. It's good and they put real actors in it. The delivery of the story is amazing. At the base however, this is a lot a walking simulator. You get vehicles at some points, most of them are slow enough that the BT can attack you. Making deliveries gets very old, very fast. The gun/grenade fighting works with human targets, but the BTs it generates horrible fighting. The system is so slow and unprecise that the BT have a net advantage. On top of that, they attack from behind, something your character can't handle well since it takes forever to move or turn around. The music is quite good, especially like Low Roar music. I like the fact that you can share other players structures. The reward system is fun too. I give it 68%. The ending is blocked with a series of BT fights, and factually kill the game before the end. Great story but with bad enemy design and choices.… Expand
  11. marvsfontanilla
    Mar 31, 2021
    9
    Story: 7
    Graphics: 9
    Sound: 9
    Gameplay: 8
    Game Time: 40 Hours (Main Story) + Extra
  12. Aggelosfk
    Mar 29, 2021
    9
    Although not a game for everyone, it is arguably one of the best experiences you can have in terms of story .The mechanics are great ,the sense of "cooperation" you have with other players is fantastic.
    I recommend playing it, its something different wich yoo will remember for a long time
  13. Amescu
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    Believe me, I was one of the haters of this game. Delivery guy, boring mechanics, boring experience, the story makes no sense, blablabla...
    I could not be more wrong. Easily one of the best games of my entire life.
  14. perro_loco
    Mar 27, 2021
    8
    Great game! Not for everyone, but you will enjoy the game ir you give it a chance.
  15. Western_Zombie
    Mar 27, 2021
    9
    I've waited over a year before I bought the game, I was discouraged by the mixed reviews. Now, after completing the main story and most side activities in almost 120 hours I can easily say it's one of the best games I ever played (and I played hundreds of them).

    Death Stranding is a kind of anti-game, taking apart what video games really are and what is their purpose. Many people call it    I've waited over a year before I bought the game, I was discouraged by the mixed reviews. Now, after completing the main story and most side activities in almost 120 hours I can easily say it's one of the best games I ever played (and I played hundreds of them).

    Death Stranding is a kind of anti-game, taking apart what video games really are and what is their purpose. Many people call it a walking simulator and at the first glance it really is just that. The trick is that going from one point to another, figuring out the routes, making choices, building structures that will help you and others to traverse difficult terrain gave me more fun than vast majority of action-packed games ever did. Making deliveries became an addiction for me for many hours. You don't have to shoot people to have fun fighting obstacles in a game.

    The other thing is the story, which is incredibly deep and moving near the end of the game. I would compare it to the best sci-fi films in history, like 2001: Space Odyssey or Interstellar. It's epic but also touching and intimate. It makes you wonder what's the meaning of life, what will happen in the future, it questions your beliefs and morality. It left me literally in tears at the end of the game and I will never forget that.

    At last, the graphics and music. It's a delicious cherry on top. Almost every frame in the game could be a perfect wallpaper, it's so mesmerising. The thing I keep coming to the most is probably the music though. It's one the best soundtracks ever. Ryan Karazija, who made most of the songs in the game, is one of the biggest musical discoveries for me in the last decade.

    I love this game. It has its flaws, like shallow fighting system, little bugs and glitches, but it's constantly on my mind and I can't stop thinking about it. I was never a Kojima fan, I never cared about MGS series. Buy now I'm waiting eagerly what his next creation will be.    … Expand
  16. Yo-yo
    Mar 27, 2021
    0
    I’ve taken **** that are more interesting and fun than the gameplay. The story is as per Kojima MO convoluted and makes no sense. Now I completely understand why he was fired from Konami, he’s a hack who wants to make **** movies and his games are now just as bad as his cut scenes. Avoid at all costs.
  17. ThiterDiego
    Mar 25, 2021
    10
    Increíble historia, gráficos asombrosos, te atrapa desde el primer momento por la trama
  18. pr31br
    Mar 22, 2021
    8
    It is a great game without a good gameplay. I've recently achieved a platinum and i want to kill myself. Kojima did something strange yet beautiful. Wandering around is not only boring but hard. However all of this disappears when i see the story. Not only is it filled with metaphors, great characters, brilliant plot twists and the consuming mystery that brought me to the end. I'm studyingIt is a great game without a good gameplay. I've recently achieved a platinum and i want to kill myself. Kojima did something strange yet beautiful. Wandering around is not only boring but hard. However all of this disappears when i see the story. Not only is it filled with metaphors, great characters, brilliant plot twists and the consuming mystery that brought me to the end. I'm studying as a scriptwriter and i can confidently say that if this game was a movie it would be 11/10. What ruins it for many people is the gameplay aspect. Unfortunately i'm obligated to agree since that is true. Controls on ps4 feel amazing and interactions with monsters (i don't mean energy drinks) feel even more frightening because of the smooth vibrations. But vehicle controls… Don't even attempt to drive a transport on a road that has more than 1 rock on it, unless it is a transporting skateboard. The music part hits really good just in time, but i'm disappointed about a fact that you're actually not able to listen to it freely while being on your way.

    U should buy this game if you support the idea that videogames are the evolution from books and movies, if you're really disappointed about The Last Of Us 2 script or if you want some really strong story.    … Expand
  19. limars
    Mar 19, 2021
    0
    boring, boring, boring, Kojima please start making movies and stop making stupid games like this one
  20. Soroush-Strand
    Mar 14, 2021
    10
    I just Wanted to Say,
    This game is a Complete masterpiece
    Story
    Gameplay
    Music
    Graphics
    And.......
  21. Za_Uvek
    Mar 13, 2021
    8
    Hideo Kojima said this would be a genre defining experience and he wasn't wrong. Show me another game that comes close to being a 'pack marching simulator' and I'll bite my tongue.

    The story in Death Stranding is everything you would expect from Kojima. Confusing, convoluted and melodramatic. The whole plot centres around your character who acts as a courier while trying to link data    Hideo Kojima said this would be a genre defining experience and he wasn't wrong. Show me another game that comes close to being a 'pack marching simulator' and I'll bite my tongue.

    The story in Death Stranding is everything you would expect from Kojima. Confusing, convoluted and melodramatic. The whole plot centres around your character who acts as a courier while trying to link data system up from facility to facility in order to connect people together. All this amidst a world that has been devastated by a cataclysmic event that brought ghost like entities into our realm. That's probably the easiest way to describe the plot, anything beyond that dives into insanity territory. All I can say is, whether you end up loving or hating the overall plot, you can't say it's not original.

    The game-play is where this game gets a big thumbs up for me. It is a love it or hate it affair (just like the story), but if it's your bag, you'll be hooked in an instant. The game-play predominately consists of your character delivering packages from one place to the next. The challenge stems from how you get there. The multiple hazards along route, such as enemy 'MULES' trying to steal your gear, the 'BT' ghostly entities trying to stop your progress or the rainfall slowly destroying your cargo all pose a significant threat. However, I found the most enjoyable challenge was trying to navigate the terrain itself. This game does an amazing job of conveying how it feels to carry such a heavy weight over long distances (after spending 15 years in the army I can vouch). Once each order had been completed, I felt a great sense of relief over and over again. On top of all that, the game looks great and gives the overall experience an 'otherworldly' feel. Coupled with some great sound and a decent soundtrack, you have an overall atmosphere that's hard to match.

    I loved my run of this game. The cast and voice acting kept me engaged, even if the story was a bit too much to swallow. But the addictive nature of the game-play itself is why I stayed. In saying that, this won't be for everyone. If travelling in game for long periods of time put you off, maybe not for you. But if you are into an immersive atmospheric experience that is completely original, give it a crack for sure.    … Expand
  22. Bobby77777
    Mar 11, 2021
    3
    Couldn’t even finish the game. Just got so boring midway, it’s nice graphics definitely fool you into thinking the world is interesting, but it’s empty, you meet 3 story related characters throughout the whole game. There pretty much no cutscenes which just means that you story progression is checklist and you get the satisfaction at the end. It is really going from point A to point BCouldn’t even finish the game. Just got so boring midway, it’s nice graphics definitely fool you into thinking the world is interesting, but it’s empty, you meet 3 story related characters throughout the whole game. There pretty much no cutscenes which just means that you story progression is checklist and you get the satisfaction at the end. It is really going from point A to point B going trough a difficult terrain and avoiding enemies which are pretty dumb and easy to cope with. The story is weird, like really weird. Kojima was on magic mushrooms and he was making this game. Low-key feels like the guy is trying to tell us he was abducted by aliens or smtg. Idk. Waste of money.… Expand
  23. KanjiSan
    Mar 9, 2021
    9
    I hesitate to call Death Stranding a game...it's really more of an experience. The description "genre defying" is most definitely the most appropriate way to describe Death Stranding(DS). I can't really compare DS to any single game...it really leverages bits and pieces of so many different game genres while creating a brand new experience. Some of my friends asked me why I'd play aI hesitate to call Death Stranding a game...it's really more of an experience. The description "genre defying" is most definitely the most appropriate way to describe Death Stranding(DS). I can't really compare DS to any single game...it really leverages bits and pieces of so many different game genres while creating a brand new experience. Some of my friends asked me why I'd play a game where "you play a delivery man in a game that requires no skill"....and honestly...I can't disagree with their description...but I also can't agree with it either. Death Stranding (DS) is so much more than that...while also not much more than that. But I'll do my best to summarize it.

    After 2020...this game was so refreshing. Where most games encourage you to constantly "destroy" and "indiscriminately kill" all that is around you, DS encourages you to do the opposite. You're encouraged to re-build the a post apocalyptic world while helping strangers...you never actually meet in game. You can tell other players exist...but you never actually see them...but you can help them and they can help you. The game rewards you for helping and connecting people with in game "likes"...but there is no way to "dislike" something. And inevitably, other players will benefit from your paths and structures. Other players will contribute to building and up keeping your structures and I'd be you will contribute to theirs.

    As for game play mechanics....you are essentially a delivery man who goes on lots of hikes. And while this sounds super simple...it's anything but... You want to maximize the amount of cargo you can carry, but you also have to literally balance the cargo you choose with the supplies you need to complete the delivery. You'll need to "balance" the cargo you want to deliver with minimal damage, with the supplies you need to complete the delivery. If you take the direct route, you'll likely encounter some conflicts along the way the requires fighting supplies. But if you take a longer route, it'll be more difficult terrain that not only requires you to bring extra supplies but will require more patience to find a route where you won't fall over and damage your cargo. And along the way, "walking" will require you to manage multiple controls. Kojima was so detailed in this game design, that you have to use the left/right triggers to balance the weight on your back along with not only the terrain, but the wind and currents. It's so incredibly simple and yet so complex.

    I also find it very interesting that "killing" in this game is possible, but also highly discouraged. If you kill a living being, you have to dispose of their body or risk a "void out" which essentially is a game over moment requiring you to reload from a save point. It's totally possible to accomplish a disposal...but it's also a major pain discouraging killing a living thing. I know some won't enjoy this...but I personally found it so refreshing. I never intentionally killed another player/NPC. But I did accidentally kill one NPC....that I mistook for an in game hologram by running them over with a vehicle. I was compelled to get out of the vehicle and check on the character even though time was ticking for a timed delivery. I was heart broken while I watched his NPC's partner grieve over their partner/porter's body. It was a total accident and still so emotionally impactful even though it was an accident.

    As for the story, cinematics, and music.....WOW! I'm still in awe. I'm not going to claim the script was flawless...but the story was VERY WELL done. In various parts of the game, you'll have some eye rolling moments where there is quirky dialogue and you'll question why some character names are so very...cliche. But I PROMISE that if you complete the game you won't regret it. The overall story is very well told and complete by the end of the game. I can't even begin to describe how many emotional roller coasters I experienced while playing the game. I was so fortunate to have a friend who had recently finished the game that I could share my experiences with. If you can share the experience with a friend...I'd highly recommend it.

    At the beginning I said this was more of an experience than a game...and I still hold to that claim. I do think you need to play the entire game to appreciate that experience. I know it's hard these days to trust a creator..but I'd highly encourage you to trust Kojima and play through the entire game. It is possible to play the entire game only focusing on the "main" missions, but I suspect you'll instinctively start to complete side missions which will help you along the way.

    Overall...I can't effectively communicate how much I appreciated this game. It's absolutely fantastic!!!! As tempting as a 10/10 was...DS isn't without flaws, but no game/experience is. The music and pacing was fantastic. I wish I had more characters...so I'll end with just EXPERIENCE DEATH STRANDING!    … Expand
  24. Vibby_Xo
    Mar 8, 2021
    10
    Not for everyone. A lot of people are not going to enjoy this as it is something new, they’ll especially not like it if they go in thinking it’s something it’s not so it is important to know what you are getting into (to a certain degree).

    Saying that it is a game you should give a chance if you think you’d be open to it, I gave up after 8 hours of my first play through but picked it up    Not for everyone. A lot of people are not going to enjoy this as it is something new, they’ll especially not like it if they go in thinking it’s something it’s not so it is important to know what you are getting into (to a certain degree).

    Saying that it is a game you should give a chance if you think you’d be open to it, I gave up after 8 hours of my first play through but picked it up again over lockdown and loved it, easily my favourite game of the year and one of my favourites of all time. Gameplay can be described as a walking sim which is true to an extent. But it is more about building networks both with other players and within the world itself and planning out deliveries. Though sparse the world is beautiful to travel through and the idea is once you have made a trip a few times by foot you should have built enough infrastructure to make the trip faster each time. Gameplay and story and well interlinked and once it has you hooked it is very absorbing despite all the walking. The story and acting although not perfect and can tend to be a bit cheesy are exceptionally well done. I would go as far to say this is a masterpiece, though as said before it will not be appreciated but everyone. The soundtrack... it is best experienced within the game as it really elevates those moments but if you don’t like the game and aren’t going to finish it or aren’t even going to get it then just listen to the soundtrack as it is exceptional. It does feel that people tend to complain that most games nowadays are all the same but then when a new concept comes along it gets hated in for being different. So even if you don’t like Death Stranding I hope you can appreciate it for trying something new.    … Expand
  25. PuzonPan
    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    … Expand
  26. SleepNot
    Mar 7, 2021
    7
    Death stranding is a very good game but so boring! Interesting gameplay first hour but absolutely same all game after.
  27. Stefanobed
    Mar 3, 2021
    10
    Another masterpiece of hideo, is a real new game in the industry , kojima n 1
  28. derfs
    Mar 2, 2021
    10
    that is a masterpiece. The actors are brilliant. it's Kojima's new game. 10/10
  29. Tzanegmr
    Mar 1, 2021
    10
    It's appeals to a more patient state of mind. Play this game when you are ready.
  30. tgosbfernandes
    Feb 28, 2021
    8
    Início de game play chato , no entanto, no desenvolvimento melhora um pouco mais não e incrível, acaba sendo muito repetitivo acaba equilibrando pela história , gráficos e som serem muitos bons
  31. Danvor
    Feb 28, 2021
    5
    Excellent game, very captivating, sure it took awhile to get accustomed to the world's mechanics and lore, sometimes felt tedious and difficult but overall it is a masterpiece that will linger and make us explore further the concepts of the game.
  32. Alloyd
    Feb 28, 2021
    8
    Death Stranding est une expérience à part dans l'univers vidéoludique, très plaisante elle n'en demeure pas moins sans défaut, surtout vers la fin ou on ne peut nier une redondance dans le gameplay qui à du mal à se renouveler.
    Cependant il n'en demeure pas moins que je ne peux que recommander ce jeu pour son scénario, sa direction artistiques, ses acteurs, et pour l'expérience qu'il nous    Death Stranding est une expérience à part dans l'univers vidéoludique, très plaisante elle n'en demeure pas moins sans défaut, surtout vers la fin ou on ne peut nier une redondance dans le gameplay qui à du mal à se renouveler.
    Cependant il n'en demeure pas moins que je ne peux que recommander ce jeu pour son scénario, sa direction artistiques, ses acteurs, et pour l'expérience qu'il nous offre.    … Expand
  33. Cherub1991
    Feb 27, 2021
    9
    A 9/10 for this game? You’d think I’ve lost my mind but hear me out. I’ve never played a game that had both a unique gameplay mechanic as well as a very weird but interesting story as well. Sure the big name cast and Kojimas fetish for movies shines so bright that it’s blinding, but it’s a worthwhile experience. So much attention to detail went into the game whether it’s in needingA 9/10 for this game? You’d think I’ve lost my mind but hear me out. I’ve never played a game that had both a unique gameplay mechanic as well as a very weird but interesting story as well. Sure the big name cast and Kojimas fetish for movies shines so bright that it’s blinding, but it’s a worthwhile experience. So much attention to detail went into the game whether it’s in needing different ways to combat enemies, modes of transportation, or even just idle animation, this game has everything that fits for its story. The game has a neat way of incentivizing you to complete orders and the online feature helps to make that happen even though my one gripe about that is it kinda leaves a mess of too much stuff not enough usability for my liking. While I would have liked Silent Hills this game is unique and has a level of polish that makes other AAA games seem a bit janky. I get people may not like this sort of style in terms of action games but it definitely does a great job in sharing its message and wrapping things nicely in the end. Also smacking people with boxes is good cathartic fun.… Expand
  34. Maruyama79
    Feb 27, 2021
    3
    Boring.....This is the first time in my life that I abandon a game. Definetly not for me
  35. vernoneden
    Feb 22, 2021
    9
    Brilliant story and revelations
    Gameplay is .... Different.... Not bad just different
  36. deathstramding
    Feb 22, 2021
    10
    Hideo Kojima's new masterpiece, this game is an excellent experience i love this game
  37. Bengey
    Feb 20, 2021
    5
    Fantastic original game. Great characters and storyline. Good balance of action and exploration, may not be to everyone’s taste, but I thought it was a Kojima classic
  38. TheManInBlack13
    Feb 19, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The majority of negative reviews you'll see for this game will say the same things: Slow. Boring. Not what was expected. A few hours into the game and I could see why some people were saying that. Although very definitely a Kojima game it was very definitely NOT Metal Gear Solid, or anything like it. Then again, nor was it ever trying or claiming to be.

    You start the game feeling lonely, isolated, ferrying packages between a few points and trying to figure out what to do when you encounter BTs. Anyone slating the game on the basis of this feeling of isolation, I dare say has missed the entire point of the game. You're MEANT to start out isolated, you're MEANT to start out alone and it's MEANT to completely suck.

    Underneath the stunning vista is a story of how the human race needs connections. The pace does pick up and the story is beautifully interwoven between your progress through cinematic sequences. You begin to sympathise with Sam Bridges aversion to human contact given his condition. Once you approach the end game there's a huge sense of achievement. Especially if you've taken the time to get all the waystations and so on up to maximum connection.

    You'll get attached to BB in a way that will surprise you, making certain aspects towards the end even more emotional.

    One gameplay aspect I really enjoyed is that Hideo Kojima doesn't hold your hand. It's an exploration game in more ways than one, you have to figure out menus for yourself. It's on you to figure out where the best place to concentrate your resources and buildings (spoiler: it's the snowy mountains, zip wires are a MUST).

    Kojima achieved with this game what should be the holy grail in gaming, I was left completely satisfied, and yet wanting more. Troy Baker and Norman Reedus are outstanding (because of course they are) and if there's a sequel (I don't see how, but I can hope) then they HAVE to be part of it.

    I loved this. Read the next review down and it's likely to be someone who hated it. Fact is, because it's a game that is designed to elicit emotional responses it really is one you have to experience yourself. No-one can tell you how you're going to enjoy this game or otherwise.    … Expand
  39. Lucid_dream_14
    Feb 18, 2021
    10
    Brilliant game, fantastic story. A little slow to start with, but once it gets going it's a blast
  40. Buranbai
    Feb 17, 2021
    9
    I loved the game, high quality since day one. The gameplay is slow but I prefer it that way. The game provided me with experience which I didn't get at any other game so far. The closest might Zelda Breath of Wild, but collaborative pathfinding was unique for me. i wish there would be options to skip some annoying repetitive scenes. UI is sometimes hard to read. The story ended up in aI loved the game, high quality since day one. The gameplay is slow but I prefer it that way. The game provided me with experience which I didn't get at any other game so far. The closest might Zelda Breath of Wild, but collaborative pathfinding was unique for me. i wish there would be options to skip some annoying repetitive scenes. UI is sometimes hard to read. The story ended up in a disappointing way.… Expand
  41. LVVrunner
    Feb 16, 2021
    0
    The game is about how a person is hung with boxes (very realistic - no) and walks around an empty world. Games like this shouldn't exist!
  42. Cacau-05
    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
  43. LeoCoelho
    Feb 16, 2021
    8
    O COMEÇO DE ALGO GRANDIOSO?

    Edit: Antes de mais nada, o review a seguir vai mostrar minhas opiniões pessoais em relação ao jogo, aqui deixo apenas o que penso a respeito do hate que esse jogo levou, mais que injustiçado. De antemão o jogo não é um jogo perfeito, mas faz a maior das coisas que se propõe certas, e com certeza foi um marco para essa geração. Não adianta reclamar da    O COMEÇO DE ALGO GRANDIOSO?

    Edit: Antes de mais nada, o review a seguir vai mostrar minhas opiniões pessoais em relação ao jogo, aqui deixo apenas o que penso a respeito do hate que esse jogo levou, mais que injustiçado. De antemão o jogo não é um jogo perfeito, mas faz a maior das coisas que se propõe certas, e com certeza foi um marco para essa geração. Não adianta reclamar da saturação do jogos que copiam os estilos e não dar pelo menos uma chance quando alguém, principalmente do porte do Kojima oferece uma novidade, é preciso ter a mente mais aberta, eu também senti a mesma coisa que a maioria das pessoas que ficaram desconfiadas quanto ao jogo, mas eu esperei poder jogar para poder opinar realmente, e o jogo me surpreendeu positivamente, então vamos ao que importa.

    Resumo
    Death Stranding é o tipo de jogo que não dá para classificar em um estilo fixo, apesar de beber de uma fonte do estilo de jogos abertos, é inegável que até o momento (2021) ele é um jogo único, e que merece os seus méritos por pelo menos pensar fora da caixinha, o jogo vai agradar muita gente que achou que seria monótono, eu era um, mas as mecânicas que foram empregadas aqui influenciam e muito, e a diversão no meu ponto de vista foi nas possibilidades que o jogo te dá, junto com os recursos, depois de entender suas mecânicas, cada pessoa vai criar os seus "nós" do jeito que acha que deve com o jogo.

    PONTOS POSITIVOS

    - O que realmente brilhou aqui é a história, aqui temos toda a doidera de Hideo Kojima, mas que fez desse mundo algo rico com personagens memoráveis, que começa com o protagonista, e vai até parte de seus NPCs que encontramos, o enredo é rico, cheio de reviravoltas justificáveis, tudo nessa narrativa me leva a crer que Death Stranding seria um excelente série da HBO fácil fácil.

    - A mecânica social de Death Stranding é algo que realmente me surpreendeu, os elos socias das estruturas que o jogo possui, me fez, uma pessoa que odeia multiplayer, querer estar mais lincado com pessoas que jogam o game

    - Death Stranding é um jogo que tem bastante coisa para fazer, de forma errada se fala que é um jogo com missões de ir do ponto A, para o ponto B, mas o que você pode fazer para facilitar suas missões é algo que me prendeu realmente nesse Jogo;

    - Os gráficos desse jogos estão muito bem feitos, é fácil ficar preso olhando para os cenários do Título, eles tem uma beleza peculiar que faz o jogo ser relaxante, ao mesmo tempo que se percorre a sua história

    - Por ultimo, a trilha sonora do Jogo é memorável, e merece um tópico exclusivo por aqui.

    PONTOS NEGATIVOS

    - A Física de alguns veículos são completamente frustrantes em alguns casos, quase todos os equipamentos de Sam são aprimoráveis de forma a se tornarem as entregas mais fáceis durante a progressão do jogo, mas os veículos as vezes são totalmente sem resposta, alguns exemplos são um rocha mínima é capaz de fazer o veículo travar, outra é que até a ré parece que tem um delay enorme no jogo para entender que é para o veículo andar para trás, ao meu ver os aprimoramentos dos veículos poderiam incluir o aumento da tração dos mesmos, tenho certeza que não iria influenciar na proposta do jogo;

    - Sem dúvidas o jogo tem uma histórica que beira o inpecável, mas no terceiro ato do game, senti que ficou arrastado algumas partes que já davam para ser entendidas sem uma cutscene de 2 **** horas, adicional a isso a parte chata é que uma parte legal da história está em entrevistas, e eu até entendo que tem coisas que simplesmente não da para jogar diretamente na história, mas particularmente em um jogo que tem potencial para se ter mais de 100 horas de jogo, sou a favor das coisas serem mais simplificadas;

    - A mecânica de gerenciamento de carga poderia ser mais otimizada, as vezes para fazer uma ação eu tive que percorrer 3 itens do menu, acho que se a proposta do jogo gira em torno disso, poderia se encurtar as escolhas nesses menus, um exemplo disso é que não da para pegar uma carga do chão e colocar diretamente no veículo que vc está usando, vc tem que colocar na suas costas abrir o menu de cargas, e se o veículo estiver bem próximo é que se pode fazer essa transferência, no inicio nem da para reclamar, mas depois de 50 horas de jogo fica massante.

    Em suma, Death Stranding pode não ter sido o que todo mundo esperava, mas me deu algo novo para entender que se eu quero algo novo eu tenho que estar disposto a experimentar algo novo, não to dizendo aqui que você é obrigado a gostar do Título, mas que uma atitude foi tomada, e posso concordar que vai ser um entretenimento divertido para todo mundo, mas sou a favor de incentivar essas ideias, Hideo Kojima saiu vitorioso no meu conceito entregando um marco, divisivo, mas ainda assim, um marco.

    História: 9,0
    Gameplay: 8.5

    NOTA FINAL: 8,8    … Expand
  44. Twitchyryno
    Feb 14, 2021
    0
    this game has got to be one of those most boring games ever made... all you are is literally a postman going from one side of the map to the other... they should rename this game to postman simulator tbh
  45. yertre
    Feb 14, 2021
    7
    The bulk of Death Stranding's gameplay is walking across an empty terrain, and it's surprisingly engrossing. The walking is a very meditative experience, and quite unique in it's own way. Some missteps were made here in regards to the balance of the goods you carry, but the walking is a fairly
    engaging and calming core gameplay loop.
    Almost everything else in the game is subpar,    The bulk of Death Stranding's gameplay is walking across an empty terrain, and it's surprisingly engrossing. The walking is a very meditative experience, and quite unique in it's own way. Some missteps were made here in regards to the balance of the goods you carry, but the walking is a fairly
    engaging and calming core gameplay loop.

    Almost everything else in the game is subpar, though. The biggest offenders are the driving sections. You don't have to do anything during those sections. Nothing is happening, and nothing will ever happen. There is no threat, no rules to follow, nothing. It's repetitive, boring and I wish they just weren't part of the game.

    Setting up zip-lines to skip bits of walking was a very satisfying experience, but they break the game.
    I'm amazed how much the game lets you skip through zip-lines.

    The story and characters were a bit of a letdown. The game has been shrouded in this air of intrigue and mystery, but it turns out that despite everything, Death Stranding is a pretty conventional game.
    Please don't go in expecting any great writing or characters or anything.

    I'd recommend the game if any of what I said sounds interesting to you. Keep in mind that the walking is quite repetitive, and if lots and lots of walking doesn't sound very fun, I don't think you should play it.    … Expand
  46. AlvaroK95
    Feb 11, 2021
    9
    Después de 20 años jugando videojuegos, he vuelto a sentir esa sensación de "a ver de qué va este juego", en lugar de decir "voy a jugar a un ARPG, a un FPS...". Esa sensación de sorpresa de cuando empecé en este mundillo de los videojuegos ante ese disco/cartucho que no sabía qué me podía ofrecer. Kojima se ha reinventado y nos ha brindado algo que me cuesta agradecer y expresar solo conDespués de 20 años jugando videojuegos, he vuelto a sentir esa sensación de "a ver de qué va este juego", en lugar de decir "voy a jugar a un ARPG, a un FPS...". Esa sensación de sorpresa de cuando empecé en este mundillo de los videojuegos ante ese disco/cartucho que no sabía qué me podía ofrecer. Kojima se ha reinventado y nos ha brindado algo que me cuesta agradecer y expresar solo con palabras.… Expand
  47. IDK_IHNFI
    Feb 11, 2021
    10
    Great immersive game,I really enjoyed the game during quarantine.the story telling,characters and the cutscenes are great. Кодзима гений
  48. Danc439
    Feb 10, 2021
    9
    Kojima shows in this game all his passion for the video game and what it represents, transcending the simple concept of entertainment, creating a story not only interesting, but with deep and interesting characters. The weaknesses of the game come out especially in the shooting phases and in the more advanced parts of the game where the gampley tends to be heavy and repetitive.
  49. sphirit
    Feb 10, 2021
    7
    Es un juego distinto, a veces que le daria un 10 y otras un 5. Tiene toques de obra maestra y toques de juego regulero, pero lo importante es que he sido capaz de terminarlo y he disfrutado jugandolo.

    El 80% del atractivo del juego radica en la historia y el otro 20% en los paisajes (graficos espectaculares) Me llevo un buen recuerdo de este juego aunque reconozco que no es para    Es un juego distinto, a veces que le daria un 10 y otras un 5. Tiene toques de obra maestra y toques de juego regulero, pero lo importante es que he sido capaz de terminarlo y he disfrutado jugandolo.

    El 80% del atractivo del juego radica en la historia y el otro 20% en los paisajes (graficos espectaculares)

    Me llevo un buen recuerdo de este juego aunque reconozco que no es para todo el mundo.    … Expand
  50. TRAPALATOR
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    This game is only for diferents minds. I play this game and i'm so glad for play this game. Is a masterpiece.

    hideo kojima has taken out of the hat the game he wanted to make and sincerely, he has managed to impact the whole world.
  51. Luke23d
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Absolutely amazing. The slow burn is just what I wanted in a kojima game. The setting, environments, story , music and unique gameplay are absolutely great. And the gameplay is surprisingly fun. Probably my favorite kojima game to date
    This is not for people who only like action filled repetitive shooters. This game is for the open-minded thoughtful players.
  52. redroxx
    Feb 9, 2021
    0
    It is the most boring game i’ve ever played... My life is way more interesting than this game!!!
  53. prioritet
    Feb 8, 2021
    10
    Очень необычный проект. Смелый, нестандартный, увлекательный. С шикарным сюжетом и потрясающей графикой. За смелость, глубину и историю эта игра однозначно заслуживает 10.
  54. Vinni_To
    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.
  55. BenjiGilWil
    Feb 7, 2021
    9
    Loved every minute ❤ Beautifully designed, beautifully written. I was so sad when Sillent Hills was cancelled... I'm not now
  56. sprintrey
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    Восхитительная игра с незабываемым сюжетом, игра временами раздражала, когда нужно было выполнять скучные задания, но таких моментов не так много, и в целом на восприятие игры не повлияло, хотя конечно же зайдет не всемВосхитительная игра с незабываемым сюжетом, игра временами раздражала, когда нужно было выполнять скучные задания, но таких моментов не так много, и в целом на восприятие игры не повлияло, хотя конечно же зайдет не всем
  57. Solidwisdom
    Feb 6, 2021
    5
    Not my type of game. It looks absolutely stunning the attention to detail but its just so boring all you do is like deliver stuff and pacing is terrible. I did enjoy it for a short while because its so different than most games which was uniqie but it turned out to be a weird game and not fun
  58. Manchosuarez
    Feb 4, 2021
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Increible que este sea el primer juego que me haga hacerle una pequeña reseña. El mayor desastre de Kojima, el tipo ya venia dando tumbos con el desastrozo metal gear solid v, donde kojima demuestra no tener ni idea de como hacer un mundo abierto y con este walking simulator lo reafirma. Un mundo abierto donde tu unica tarea es llevar paquetes de aca para alla, en donde los bugs te hacen romper el juego y saltarte todas las aburridas mecanicas que Kojima quiere obligarte a jugar. Una historia ridicula y pretenciosa que solo una persona con un nivel intelectual muy bajo llegaria a admirar, las peores fisicas que se pueden ver en esta generación junto a otros juegos y sin lugar a dudas el juego mas inflado por parte de la prensa y los horrendos fanboys de la diva Kojima. No le doy un 0 porque hay gente detras de Kojima que trabjaaron duro en esta porqueria.

    Incredible that this is the first game that makes me do a little review. Kojima's biggest disaster, the guy was already stumbling with the disastrous metal gear solid v, where kojima demonstrates having no idea how to make an open world and with this walking simulator he reaffirms it. An open world where your only task is to take packages from here to there, where the bugs make you break the game and skip all the boring mechanics that Kojima wants to force you to play. A ridiculous and pretentious story that only a person with a very low intellectual level would come to admire, the worst physics that can be seen in this generation along with other games and without a doubt the most inflated game by the press and the horrendous Diva Kojima fanboys. I don't give it a 0 because there are people behind Kojima who worked hard in this crap.    … Expand
  59. Byrne2020
    Feb 3, 2021
    7
    I must say that this game did grow on me. At first I was a tad disappointed however I gave it a chance and I’m happy I did.
  60. B4KER
    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.    … Expand
  61. a9249
    Jan 28, 2021
    1
    Pickup packages. Take to hub.
    Avoid monsters.
    Pickup more packages. Take to the hub.

    Thats it. Thats the game. Its a giant fetch quest.
  62. Brunoyudi
    Jan 28, 2021
    0
    the gameplay loop may be tedious, but it's one of the best scripts ever written into game form
  63. Critic940
    Jan 26, 2021
    10
    Most creative and inovative game I've ever played.... fantastic voice acting....music... interesting story....loved it.
  64. drcoomer
    Jan 26, 2021
    9
    Death Stranding stands tall as a well-crafted and unique piece of art. It's not the first game I'd choose if I was looking for some nonstop, fast-paced action, and I understand some people's gripes with that. But what it does present is an honest, thought provoking story combined with a endlessly beautiful landscape to explore. The atmosphere in this game is like no other, and many timesDeath Stranding stands tall as a well-crafted and unique piece of art. It's not the first game I'd choose if I was looking for some nonstop, fast-paced action, and I understand some people's gripes with that. But what it does present is an honest, thought provoking story combined with a endlessly beautiful landscape to explore. The atmosphere in this game is like no other, and many times throughout my playthrough I found myself sort of wandering around like I was in my own Denis Villeneuve film, admiring the vast and empty landscape. Death Stranding really made me feel a lot of different emotions. Every now and then a shiver would send down my spine, whether it be in amazement or fear. No matter how strange and "Kojima-esque" the narrative got, I was still completely engaged throughout. All of the actors' outstanding performances (a special "Bravo!" for my man, Norman Reedus) were complimented by an excellent script that truly provided an unforgettable video game experience. Although the boss fights were few and far between, every single one of them was hauntingly unique (the shots of the boss in the downtown battle are *chefs kiss*). The soundtrack is one of the best I've heard in a while, adding so much emotional weight to the story. Death Stranding is truly unlike any other video game you will play. For some people, that's a good thing, and for others it's not. You be the judge.

    8.8/10    … Expand
  65. Slckaer
    Jan 26, 2021
    7
    This game is slow, very slow. Takes some time to finish. The interface is a mess especially when you try to find something on the map. Where is the explanation of all those icons?

    That being said the game looks very good on the PS4 Pro. The game-play is what you would expect from an open world game. Everyone's journey is different and that makes this game good. Without giving spoilers    This game is slow, very slow. Takes some time to finish. The interface is a mess especially when you try to find something on the map. Where is the explanation of all those icons?

    That being said the game looks very good on the PS4 Pro. The game-play is what you would expect from an open world game. Everyone's journey is different and that makes this game good. Without giving spoilers the game is also unique.

    I enjoyed the game but also got frustrated sometimes because of the interface mess. The online functions made the game a lot easier.    … Expand
  66. Exterminador_d7
    Jan 26, 2021
    8
    The story is impeccable, the characters are phenomenal, the graphics are beautiful, the gameplay (for me) is very fun and the missions are creative in their essence. The biggest problems of the game are the extreme repetition of requests, a break in rhythm during the narrative with massive missions and several texture bugs in the PS4 Slim and Fat version. But these problems do not make theThe story is impeccable, the characters are phenomenal, the graphics are beautiful, the gameplay (for me) is very fun and the missions are creative in their essence. The biggest problems of the game are the extreme repetition of requests, a break in rhythm during the narrative with massive missions and several texture bugs in the PS4 Slim and Fat version. But these problems do not make the game bad, so much that the slowness of the narrative has a function in the script as well as the amount of 500 side missions somewhat repetitive. My grade is 8.5 out of 10.… Expand
  67. Rains01
    Jan 26, 2021
    10
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  68. PSGaming
    Jan 24, 2021
    10
    Death stranding is absolutely phenomenal and very very emotional game.It is vety underrated and deserves better score.Hideo Kojima delivered definitely another masterpiece.
  69. Danielk1p
    Jan 23, 2021
    10
    Death stranding is a game it will not be for every body, i dont say it in a way " uhhh you are not smart " or anything like that, if you like the game, it will be a 10 for you, but if you dislike it, it will be a 0, theres no middle ground, because the game is good, but the mechanics are not for everybody
  70. nonolox
    Jan 20, 2021
    8
    Es complicado explicar mis sensaciones con este juego. Debe de ser de los más polarizantes que haya visto nunca en base a las reviews que hay por aquí.

    Quitémonos primero las partes que creo que no tienen discusión: su apartado técnico y sonoro. Death Stranding es de los juegos que tocan el techo gráfico de la PS4. Un mundo abierto enorme, con climas dinámicos y ni una sola bajada de    Es complicado explicar mis sensaciones con este juego. Debe de ser de los más polarizantes que haya visto nunca en base a las reviews que hay por aquí.

    Quitémonos primero las partes que creo que no tienen discusión: su apartado técnico y sonoro. Death Stranding es de los juegos que tocan el techo gráfico de la PS4. Un mundo abierto enorme, con climas dinámicos y ni una sola bajada de fps (va a 30, eso sí). En cierto momento del juego, te dan facilidades para atravesar el mundo más rápidamente y apenas he notado popping o ralentizaciones en ningún momento. Las texturas y modelados de personajes tienen muchísima calidad, y las animaciones... madre mía con las animaciones. Siendo un juego de quien es, con cinemáticas bastante largas a ratos, se agradece muchísimo que le pongan todo el empeño a las animaciones faciales y modelados de los personajes, sinceramente, están a una calidad que he visto en pocos juegos. Me deja perplejo como de bien han recreado a los actores que encarnan a estos personajes y, además, el doblaje (yo lo he jugado en español) es sublime.

    El apartado sonoro del título es también otra de sus grandes virtudes, y no solo por la música, que es espectacular, si no por el cuidado que se le han puesto a varios sonidos y efectos ambiente. El único pero es que creo que algunas canciones no suenan en el momento adecuado y se interrumpen con mucha facilidad, por lo que no te da tiempo a disfrutarlas plenamente. Como he dicho antes. el doblaje me parece muy bueno, tanto de personajes principales como secundarios.

    Jugablemente, Death Stranding es un título muy extraño. Literalmente su loop jugable se basa en recoger y entregar paquetes (o "carga", como se le llama en el juego), enfrentándonos a diversos obstáculos en ocasiones, como pueden ser grupos de enemigos, terrenos complicados, climas adversos, etc. El cómo, cuándo y cuántos paquetes lleva Sam lo decides mayoritariamente tú mismo.

    Es un juego de dar caminatas, literalmente, pero también es mucho más. El género, como lo define su creador, es el "social strand", donde varios jugadores cooperan en un mismo mundo para facilitarse las entregas los unos a los otros. Es decir, tú, como jugador, estarás solo en un tu mundo, pero te irás encontrando estructuras que han fabricado otros jugadores en los suyos, carga que hayan dejado tirada por ahí o señales que te avisen de peligros inminentes. Tu puedes hacer lo mismo, siendo la recompensa "likes" que te dejan el resto de jugadores si les gustan o les ayudan las estructuras que construyas. Al principio no me acababa de convencer la idea, pero aproximadamente después de 4 o 5 horas de juego (tiene un inicio muuuuuy lento) empecé a entender de que iba la cosa.

    Vayamos con el tema tabú de este título: Hideo Kojima y su carrera de cineasta frustrado. No diría que la historia de Death Stranding es especialmente buena, ni que sus personajes son memorables. A ratos he tenido la sensación de como si hubieran intentado hacer la típica del protagonista silencioso, pero solo a medias. Sam es extremadamente aburrido como personaje, exceptuando momentos muy contados. El resto no van mucho más allá y no por su interpretación, que, de nuevo, es sublime, si no por sus... diálogos, ¿sus formas de expresarse?, no lo sé. Hay algo en ellos que se siente artificial, que te hace darte cuenta de que no son personas de verdad. Además tengo que mencionar el empeño de Kojima darles nombres que oculten un "doble significado" que, lejos de ser profundo, me resulta bastante rídiculo y bochornoso. El personaje de Fragile repite durante todo el juego y hasta la saciedad una frase que debéis oír por vosotros mismos, porque yo no doy crédito de que el guionista (o quien sea responsable) le diese el visto bueno. El único personaje que creo que es muy bueno es el que interpreta Mads Mikkelsen y no lo detallaré para evitar spoilers.

    Lo que más me mola de Death Stranding es su ambietación. Tiene la capacidad de transmitirte la desesperanza que están viviendo en ese mundo y juega con conceptos muy interesantes, pero llevados de forma regular. Se nota mucho que el tito Koji quería meter un puntito de terror en el título y vaya que si lo consigue. Atravesar algunas zonas de EV ha sido para mí una de las experiencias más agobiantes que he vivido en un videojuego, aunque solo al principio del mismo, ya que la mecánica envejece muy rápido y al final se convierten en otro obstáculo más que sortear.

    Le he metido mucha caña por su historia, pero creo que Death Stranding es sin duda un buen juego y se nota mucho el cariño y empeño que le han puesto. No hay duda de que, guste o no, el título goza de una calidad que ya le gustaría tener a muchos otros videojuegos y te hace darle vueltas a ciertos temas que, con el COVID-19, están más presentes que nunca.

    Lo importante no es destino, si no el camino.    … Expand
  71. dancodan
    Jan 20, 2021
    10
    A great work of art. Typicall Kojima game with twists and turns. It’s not a game built on action, it’s built on exploration and managing during hard circumstances.
  72. Magnaorum
    Jan 19, 2021
    0
    Não sou acostumado com jogos do Kojima, mas gostei muito deste, não encontrei 1 erro sequer no jogo, gráficos lindos usando o motor gráfico do HZD, sempre tem algo novo acontecendo no jogo, como animações diferentes, jogabilidade muito boa, historia fantástica, o único problema para mim é um certa demora no desenrolar da historia, porém isso não afeta minha nota, experiência incrível,Não sou acostumado com jogos do Kojima, mas gostei muito deste, não encontrei 1 erro sequer no jogo, gráficos lindos usando o motor gráfico do HZD, sempre tem algo novo acontecendo no jogo, como animações diferentes, jogabilidade muito boa, historia fantástica, o único problema para mim é um certa demora no desenrolar da historia, porém isso não afeta minha nota, experiência incrível, principalmente o modo online inovador.… Expand
  73. Dead_Logo
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    Just awesome,i have no words to describe those feelings that i get from this game,Kojima genius!!!
  74. Clapek
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Hideo showed the class, music, story, quests and open world. A must-play game!
  75. ionutzriciu
    Jan 15, 2021
    9
    It's a diferent kind of game give it time and it will grow on you. Starts realy slow but it doesn't stop evolving and before you know it **** is on fire (in the good way)
  76. Chase-2200
    Jan 14, 2021
    3
    I absolutely hated this game, I got 10 hours in and I forced myself to keep giving it another hour. I would give game a 0 because of the boring story and the horrible gameplay but I respect that he tried something different with this game. It’s a love or hate situation and for me, it wasn’t love.
  77. EdwardG
    Jan 14, 2021
    8
    Death Stranding is captivating and intriguing from the offset. You're thrown into a bizarre apocalyptic United States that is never too obtuse in its weirdness, but rather strange and beautiful enough to make the basic act of traversing from point A to point B an interesting and challenging task.

    It's core gameplay loop of delivering items in an attempt to reconnect the country is    Death Stranding is captivating and intriguing from the offset. You're thrown into a bizarre apocalyptic United States that is never too obtuse in its weirdness, but rather strange and beautiful enough to make the basic act of traversing from point A to point B an interesting and challenging task.

    It's core gameplay loop of delivering items in an attempt to reconnect the country is deeper than it may initially appear, and as you progress through the game more avenues of traversal are opened up, so you'll soon be doing much more than just walking. That said, even when you are just walking it's more engaging than it sounds, and the combination of gorgeous Iceland-inspired geology and sporadic Low Roar needle drops punctuate the experience.

    The story, worldbuilding and characters are top notch in Death Stranding. Despite some iffy dialogue, the narrative is enjoyable and bolstered by some great performances, in particular from Troy Baker and Mads Mikkelsen, who shine as Higgs and Cliff respectively. The cinematography in some cutscenes is frankly amazing too.

    I do have some gripes with the game. Sometimes the mechanics feel a little janky, especially when climbing or colliding with terrain. The combat and boss fights weren't as strong as they could've been, and the gunplay is just so-so. Death Stranding is quite a long title and it's core gameplay loop can get repetitive after a while - getting all facilities up to a 5 star connection is quite a grind, and one that I've not seen through. After the story concludes and the credits roll, continuing to rebuild America becomes less compelling.

    One little thing I wish was included in the game is a portable music player - the music featured in Death Stranding is excellent and I wish you could play it wherever you wanted, not just while resting in a private room. The sound design is spot on but having a music player may have benefited the lonelier stretches of gameplay.

    Still, I think this is a great game and one that is a refreshing deviation from the norm. It exists in its own space, and it's uniqueness makes it a game well worth trying. The social features are fantastic; knowing that your contributions to the game world make an impact on other player's journeys is rewarding in a way I've not experienced before. The game's message of unity permeates through the story and all facets of the gameplay.

    It's a very original, memorable title, unlike other AAA games on the market, and I'm glad I took the plunge and gave it a go. At the end of my playthrough, I can safely say that this is a game that I really enjoyed.    … Expand
  78. Maurer
    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
  79. Kuro4027
    Jan 10, 2021
    9
    Genius. this game was created by a genius. and this genius obviously hates motor vehicles
  80. 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
  81. rey8d01
    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.
  82. pyro1227
    Jan 10, 2021
    7
    initial score: 4/10 , after playing it through to completion 7/10

    edit: after playing the last few hours I did actually start enjoying this game more. I think there is some content and good story telling in there but gees do you have to slog through terrible gameplay to get there! The gameplay improves massively once you have better gear and vehicles and as you get better at navigating    initial score: 4/10 , after playing it through to completion 7/10

    edit: after playing the last few hours I did actually start enjoying this game more. I think there is some content and good story telling in there but gees do you have to slog through terrible gameplay to get there! The gameplay improves massively once you have better gear and vehicles and as you get better at navigating and avoiding the particularly irritating geometry issues. Overall I look back on the game quite positively, its probably much cheaper now than at launch so not a bad time to pick it up.

    old review:

    The gameplay is just tedious, so tedious and uninspired that it really lets down a stunningly beautiful game with a fantastic soundtrack. I really wish I hadn't bought this game at launch. Probably the purchase I regret most out of any PS4 game I have purchased. It is not worth more than £10 - if you're lucky enough to be reading this ( and haven't bought it yet) then just wait until the game is in the bargain bin and you might actually feel quite a bit more positive about it.    … Expand
  83. vvbudkov
    Jan 10, 2021
    2
    The game is absolutely not interesting. Locations look the same, npc’s movements look the same, dialogues are boring and senseless, the world is empty. All quests are super boring - go there, deliver something. Game mechanics is not anything genius, just few scripted moves. Spend more than 30 hours in game, stuck in the 3rd chapter and deleted it.
  84. wasik72
    Jan 10, 2021
    0
    Naprawde nudna gierka. Nie ma nic takiego co by Cie ciaglo do tej fabuly (ktora jest taka jakby jej nie było) gra miala jakis tam potencjal, ale szczerze gowno z tego wyszlo. Jedyne co mi sie podoba to stawianie mostow/generatorow itd. przez innych graczy dzieki czemu mozemy z tego korzystac.
  85. mateus_bk
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    Mind Blowing ; Different Game from Different Genius ; Thanks Kojima and Sony
  86. butterboi
    Jan 8, 2021
    1
    Honestly, this really is a god awful 'game'. Sure, the wandering around the pretty map can be relaxing but this quickly gets tiring. The story is ambitious, but very poorly executed with quite awkward character animations and strange dialogue transitions. The rampant product placement is just down right cringey. The inventory management is more complex than an A380 cockpit and the gameHonestly, this really is a god awful 'game'. Sure, the wandering around the pretty map can be relaxing but this quickly gets tiring. The story is ambitious, but very poorly executed with quite awkward character animations and strange dialogue transitions. The rampant product placement is just down right cringey. The inventory management is more complex than an A380 cockpit and the game mechanics are about as smooth as concrete. Honestly, I am baffled by the positive reviews. The Hideo fanboy defense of a bad creation is astounding. The strory is, admittedly, interesting. However, we all have a limited number of hours in our lifetime, and I highly advise against spending them on this mediocre game. Watch the cutscene compilation on YouTube and get on with your life.… Expand
  87. Angelbleach
    Jan 8, 2021
    10
    My fauvorite videogame this game is a masterpiece it is magnificient .

    Mr Kojima i love you , the history is anwesome , the music is damn good and spiritual
  88. Lastmandancing
    Jan 7, 2021
    9
    Bought it in 2020 and here's my review. This is a great AAA game (much better than other games in 2020). It has all the ingredients for a solid AAA project, such as stunning graphics, tons of high quality cinematic scenes, interesting mechanics, great soundtracks, and more. The story is a bit complex and not suitable for every audience, but the way it is told is amazing! Combat andBought it in 2020 and here's my review. This is a great AAA game (much better than other games in 2020). It has all the ingredients for a solid AAA project, such as stunning graphics, tons of high quality cinematic scenes, interesting mechanics, great soundtracks, and more. The story is a bit complex and not suitable for every audience, but the way it is told is amazing! Combat and transport mechanics are fine. There would be more such games. Thank you.… Expand
  89. Prizman_
    Jan 7, 2021
    9
    everything is very cool, but difficult (especially the storyline). Kojima is a genius
  90. Clockworknate
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    Amazing absolutely gorgeous game, I enjoyed every moment, even the scary parts!
  91. Kudurcultist
    Jan 6, 2021
    8
    If you buy this game expecting a Metal Gear-like experience, a Silent Hills, or something in between then turn around and don't come back. This is not that. And it doesn't need to be that. Death Stranding is a very niche game not meant for all audiences. If you are one of those unable to engage the concept of this game, then I'm sorry for you. This game is about the story. Not about fightsIf you buy this game expecting a Metal Gear-like experience, a Silent Hills, or something in between then turn around and don't come back. This is not that. And it doesn't need to be that. Death Stranding is a very niche game not meant for all audiences. If you are one of those unable to engage the concept of this game, then I'm sorry for you. This game is about the story. Not about fights or action.

    Death Stranding is not a game that will mark an era but will stay in the hearts of many gamers. Myself included. Maybe in time and with some DLC if it ever happens, this game could be legendary. Right now it's not, but it's close.    … Expand
  92. guchhamps
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    Realmente é um jogo muito diferente, além dos gráficos muito lokos ele mantem uma historia muito boa, uso de mecânicas diferentes de outros jogos e que consegue manter um clima atmosférico incrível tbm.
  93. Javovvv
    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
  94. Spazmodical
    Jan 4, 2021
    0
    Very nice story telling, gorgeous graphics and a gameplay style that allows you to relax. I really hope other developers will follow suit and create such games. A genre of it's own.
  95. Ledikari
    Jan 4, 2021
    9
    It's not a perfect due to the long tutorial and cut scenes (yes the whole chapter 2 feels like a tutorial and there are cut scenes you need to skip over and over again). It might be a walking / fetch quest to others but you can only understand the game when you reach chapter 3. Great game and the gameplay loop is addictive
  96. m0m0
    Jan 4, 2021
    9
    A must experience game for me. Story is top notch, typical Kojima style storytelling, but makes sense in the end. Gameplay is simple point A to Point B, but addictive for me at least. The monotonous slog felt like an integral part of the experience.

    Graphics are pretty, storytelling is top level, rivalled only by Last of us 2. The only bad parts, vehicles control horribly. Boss    A must experience game for me. Story is top notch, typical Kojima style storytelling, but makes sense in the end. Gameplay is simple point A to Point B, but addictive for me at least. The monotonous slog felt like an integral part of the experience.

    Graphics are pretty, storytelling is top level, rivalled only by Last of us 2.

    The only bad parts, vehicles control horribly. Boss battles are more annoying than difficult.    … Expand
  97. Arhigluk
    Jan 4, 2021
    1
    Сам геймплей довольно скучный. Только в последней трети игры более-менее интересно. Сюжет неплохой. Но что больше всего выбесило, так это совершенно хамское поведение разрабов с искусственным затягиванием прохождения. Сначала несколько раз подряд с одного конца карты на другой засылают, в 13 эпизоде уж совсем нагло титры на 40 минут подрубить без возможности пропустить. И только потом идётСам геймплей довольно скучный. Только в последней трети игры более-менее интересно. Сюжет неплохой. Но что больше всего выбесило, так это совершенно хамское поведение разрабов с искусственным затягиванием прохождения. Сначала несколько раз подряд с одного конца карты на другой засылают, в 13 эпизоде уж совсем нагло титры на 40 минут подрубить без возможности пропустить. И только потом идёт концовка сюжета. Оценка могла бы быть и 6-7, но вот за такое хамство снижаю до 2.… Expand
  98. adeelisyours
    Jan 3, 2021
    7
    I purchased this game back in Jan 2020 but after reading reviews back then i did not even try this game until now. The game is unique and is not meant for fortnite/COD type games lovers. Although this is not Metal Gear Solid either yet this is an original and fresh idea. No one could dare to invest resources in such games other than Kojima. The graphics of this game are very nice and theI purchased this game back in Jan 2020 but after reading reviews back then i did not even try this game until now. The game is unique and is not meant for fortnite/COD type games lovers. Although this is not Metal Gear Solid either yet this is an original and fresh idea. No one could dare to invest resources in such games other than Kojima. The graphics of this game are very nice and the choice of background songs by Low Roar was indeed heart touching.… Expand
  99. HaloFever
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    Simple put, this game is a masterpiece that pushes the medium forward. I do not hand out many 10s on Metacritic. Some games deserve the upper echelon praise and this this one of them. I hope other developers and developers to come make note of this. You can gamify anything. For the longest time, games have been about shooting and killing. This is includes open world games. But games can beSimple put, this game is a masterpiece that pushes the medium forward. I do not hand out many 10s on Metacritic. Some games deserve the upper echelon praise and this this one of them. I hope other developers and developers to come make note of this. You can gamify anything. For the longest time, games have been about shooting and killing. This is includes open world games. But games can be about anything, especially open world games Death Stranding proves that.

    Usually I separate the bad and the good in my user reviews. Death Stranding is such a unique entity that it is impossible to separate the bad from the good because the bad might be the good. The game begins like a slow “walking simulator”. The player character is a porter who carries goods on his back and makes his way through a barren post apocalyptic landscape while a song from a little known Icelandic group plays in the background. I can understand how gamers, including professional reviewers, would be slow to warm up to this game. My advice for new players is to keep going. Like Kojima’s Metal Gear series, Death Stranding keeps adding gameplay elements and tools for the player character to overcome obstacles. By the end, this game is as relentless as any. Basically, a game like Death Stranding is for finishers.

    The premise of the game is connecting people. The player character does this by transporting goods from one location to the other. Traversing terrain is not trivial but also not impossible. You can be strategic and lay out a path with ladders and climbing ropes in the early game and larger structures in the later game. Or you can try to shove a vehicle over the rocks and through streams. Anyone familiar with the Halo series knows that you can eventually fit a vehicle into a space that it is not supposed to go. This is only a portion of the game. The other portion, if you want it to be, is kicking ass.

    The game gives the player character a progressively more powerful arsenal to defeat enemies. You start by using fists to knock out humans and end by using assault rifles and rocket launchers. The game is very clear that human enemies are not to be killed. No spoilers except to say that dead bodies are difficult to deal with. That doesn’t stop the player character from ramming humans with vehicles or knocking them out with rubber bullets. You can be stealthy like Metal Gear Solid if you want to, and the multitude of options is what separates a magnificent game from a decent game.

    An arsenal of weapons also becomes available to deal with ghosts, a.k.a. BTs. No spoilers here. The player confronts ghosts in the opening cutscene. You start out playing a survival horror game and finish in monster slaying game. At some point you have to realize that Death Stranding is a video game and the ghosts are NPCs that follow rules. You can rely on stealth like with humans or you can also go in guns blazing to clear an area. Preparation and strategy is all up to the player and I love it.

    The real gem of this game is the connection with other players. Although you never see the other players in you game, right from the start, you will see structures built by other players. You will build a bridge and another player will use it. You will find cargo lost by other players that you can use or return to them. Some structures will be partially built by other players and finished by you. During an intense fight, an avatar of another player will toss you items to help you. I found myself growing more communal, and sending items I did not need to a shared locker instead of my private locker. I built bridges to make the game easier for new players. I was effusive with likes to other players. I would love to see more of this.

    If I have any criticism of Death Stranding, its in the UI for handling inventory. After about 40 hours of play, I still have difficulty understanding when to hold the X button to go back to the menu or when hit the O button to cancel a selection. The inventory system in Death Stranding is a bit unique in that each item is a fully modeled object. You can see how the items load into the player character’s backpack. There is no magic bag of infinite volume and finite weight like Skyrim or a grid of boxes to fill like The Witcher. I merely wish there were a few tweaks to make the UI easier to understand.

    All in all, Death Stranding is fully deserving of all of its game of the year awards. In many ways, it deserves better of players. Few games bust through genres and even fewer succeed. Consumers like familiar things. They want the same Call of Duty, the same actors in every movie, and the same sounding music. Every now and then, someone like Kohima comes along and gives us something different. Embrace it.

    Full disclosure: I played Death Stranding on PS5. The load times were super fast like any game on PS5. Transitioning from safe houses to the open world may have been torture on the PS4. I wouldn’t know.    … Expand
  100. osm
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Boundless thanks and thanks to the man of construction, Mr. Kojima, the friends of this game will be seen over time for those gamers who either did not play the game and because of the toxic atmosphere that has been created and what they have heard from other people in this game. Not getting close and those people who pass by after the first hours of the game test, all these friends will one day come to the conclusion what a precious jewel you have lost in the game industry.
    hideo kojima tanks.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 111 Critic Reviews

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