Death Stranding

 PlayStation 4
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  1. Malchy
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    While certainly being revolutionary in the way the game connects other players, it certainly isn't for everyone. I personaly find great satisfaction in going from point A to B, while carefuly planning the most effective route and trying to avoid dangers, the systems are rather shallow and first 10-12 hours of the game have pacing issues, because you don't have access to better equipmentWhile certainly being revolutionary in the way the game connects other players, it certainly isn't for everyone. I personaly find great satisfaction in going from point A to B, while carefuly planning the most effective route and trying to avoid dangers, the systems are rather shallow and first 10-12 hours of the game have pacing issues, because you don't have access to better equipment that makes delivering goods easier.
    The world is bleak and depressingly empty which can detract many people as well, since the exploration isn't as rewarding as for example Legend of Zelda: BotW.
    If you're looking for deep gameplay and adrenaline driven experience, avoid by miles. The story and social features are worth it though.    … Expand
  2. UKVampire
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Personally I am really enjoying Death Stranding. I do understand that it is not to everybody's style, however the ability to help other people out who you do not even meet appeals to me. The story is well told and has a fantastic cast of actors in it.
  3. phoenix0207
    Dec 2, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is one of the most beautiful experiences you'll find in any entertainment medium. Yes, there is a lot of walking, but there's a purpose for the walking. If you want a game where you shoot someone every five seconds - this isn't for you. Death has a profound affect on the world of Death Stranding and its to be avoided at all costs. If you want a serene, haunting experienceDeath Stranding is one of the most beautiful experiences you'll find in any entertainment medium. Yes, there is a lot of walking, but there's a purpose for the walking. If you want a game where you shoot someone every five seconds - this isn't for you. Death has a profound affect on the world of Death Stranding and its to be avoided at all costs. If you want a serene, haunting experience about humanity and the value of life, this is precisely for you. The world is gorgeous and the characters are, for the most part, engaging. The third act is phenomenal along with the acting of Troy Baker and Tommie Earl Jenkins. Death Stranding currently sits alongside God of War as the game of the generation.… Expand
  4. CptAhnungslos
    Nov 20, 2019
    9
    I give this game 9 "Likes".
    Why not 10? The menus are the opposite of intuitive.
  5. bansheemaster
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    It's fresh, it's engaging, and it's atmospheric. This isn't your usual fast paced shooter or adventure game you can knock out in a few hours and get a quick dopamine rush. This is a more slower paced and gradually rewarding game that hooks you with its incredible story, brilliant score, and mysterious lore. At first, I was bewildered that so many people called it "art" but after playingIt's fresh, it's engaging, and it's atmospheric. This isn't your usual fast paced shooter or adventure game you can knock out in a few hours and get a quick dopamine rush. This is a more slower paced and gradually rewarding game that hooks you with its incredible story, brilliant score, and mysterious lore. At first, I was bewildered that so many people called it "art" but after playing through 15 minutes, I could see why they think that. Is it? It really depends on you.

    Did you like Red Dead Redemption 2? Detroit Become Human? Alien Isolation? Alan Wake? If so, then you'll love Death Stranding. The only downside is the gameplay. It's a lot more simplistic but it's not entirely the Amazon Prime delivery game most people make it out to be. There's plenty of stealth, exploration, navigation, combat, and character customization to keep you entertained. It's not just a walking simulator, it's much more then that. Yes there are guns and bikes you can use to speed the process up but the game has an equal amounts of up's and down's to set a smoother pace. Most importantly, it's entertaining from start to finish.

    I should also note that there are a LOT of cutscenes so if you have ADHD, this might not be the game for you. This is a game for the patient gamers that I also believe the average gamer will enjoy just as long as they give it an honest chance. So sit down, enjoy the ride and try not to worry so much about the lack of RPG mechanics the game could have. Worry about the story and atmosphere that will quite possibly never be forgotten.    … Expand
  6. dpaudiophile
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    As you should expect, people with short attention-spans aren't liking the game. screw them.

    If you like enduring travels on beautifully crafted and often dangerous terrain, an amazing story that gets better and better as you progress, but you don't mind a slower pace; which I believe makes everything much better, then get this game. I'm not giving it a 10/10 because the combat is    As you should expect, people with short attention-spans aren't liking the game. screw them.

    If you like enduring travels on beautifully crafted and often dangerous terrain, an amazing story that gets better and better as you progress, but you don't mind a slower pace; which I believe makes everything much better, then get this game.

    I'm not giving it a 10/10 because the combat is kinda meh, and a couple other things too, but they're so minor that it really doesn't matter or take away much from the entirety of this Death Stranding's greatness.    … Expand
  7. questerra
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Great game. In this yame i can finally relax and just deliver stuff. Just what i need. Thank you Hideo Kojima.
  8. Lunaheal
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    One of the most intresting game i ever played. Setting and atmosphere feels really good, this is a masterpiece for years.
  9. deckhart
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    This game is fine and the gameplay loop is interesting enough to keep me going back to it.
  10. qazibhai
    Nov 20, 2019
    9
    A masterpiece we don't deserve. Immersive, relaxing, easy going gameplay wise. The story is interesting enough to keep you hooked till the end to find out what happend. Great acting and soundtrack. Overall an amazing game well worth the hype around it. Only catch is that you have to take the game for what it is, don't expect a metal gear game with a different skin, this is something wayA masterpiece we don't deserve. Immersive, relaxing, easy going gameplay wise. The story is interesting enough to keep you hooked till the end to find out what happend. Great acting and soundtrack. Overall an amazing game well worth the hype around it. Only catch is that you have to take the game for what it is, don't expect a metal gear game with a different skin, this is something way more special and unique.… Expand
  11. natetheartist
    Nov 23, 2019
    9
    Death stranding is a unique story set in an intriguing world.
    You play as a deliveryman named Sam in a world plagued by the Death Stranding. The mixing of a world of death and our future. Travel and delivery are the main components of the game, which is really refreshing and interesting in a market full of shooters and brawlers. Lots of interesting vehicles, obstacles, and balancing    Death stranding is a unique story set in an intriguing world.
    You play as a deliveryman named Sam in a world plagued by the Death Stranding. The mixing of a world of death and our future. Travel and delivery are the main components of the game, which is really refreshing and interesting in a market full of shooters and brawlers. Lots of interesting vehicles, obstacles, and balancing mechanics keep things interesting while you trek across a harsh environment over underground bunkers. This game has a great storyline, beautiful visuals, clever gameplay, and a killer soundtrack.    … Expand
  12. db1MACHINE
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. :: GAMING... STRANDED... ::

    I’m almost 40. First video game I ever played was Lander. I sucked at it. I’ve owned Segas, Nintendos, PlayStations, Xbox, Ataris, Acorn Electrons, Amigas, PCs, Handhelds etc. I’ve played Arvade exclusives and seen the birth of emulation. I got my backside digitally kicked in Unreal Tournament and was a part of the Halo revolution. I played Rainbow Six, the original, and am privileged to have seen the evolution of gaming in its entirety. I’m talking the evolution in games from Ridge Racer to Forza Horizon 4, Dark Seed to Dragon Age. Metal Gear to the Phantom Pain. Tomb Raider (Original) to the Last of us. As a combat veteran, and a first-responder, gaming is existential to my escapism. A therapy for everything that I have seen and done. And as of today, in 2019... I **** hate the vast majority gaming industry. The only renewed faith I have in this modern age are independent releases. Let’s fast forward to a more recent event in the purchase of HIDEO KOJIMA’S Death Stranding. Mixed reviews all round, I’ve seen. The IGN controversy, the meta critic used score. Whatever you’re looking for in a video game, the tiresome state of the industry is vacant in this game in EVERY SINGLE WAY. I was looking for a game that might change gaming culture the way Minecraft made me look at LEGO (and my own creativity). Death Stranding achieved that in about twenty hours. An epiphany... one that stopped me dead in my tracks. This is supposed to be a review and while I’ll skip over the technical, graphical and mechanical-“als”, the main thing I wanted to talk about was why Death Stranding made me fall in love with my PlayStation again. And fall in love with gaming; like playing through Mass Effect or KOTOR. THE GAME... wtf is up with it? I’m going to simplify it before complicating it. I’ve seen a ton of people try to explain this game simply and the best way to describe it is this. You’re basically a Special Forces Postman, with Robocop like tech. Seriously. I can hear Norman Reedus in my head saying; “Somewhere, a delivery is happening.” Set in a Dystopian United States of America, an event known as the Death Stranding tore apart the fabric separating life and death. Now the dead show up in the living world and the rain (Timefall) accelerates time. You play as Sam Porter Bridges, a loner who separated himself from the last bastion cities of this broken world and spends his time moving across the broken wasteland delivering packages and avoiding the ghouls known as BTs “Beached Things”. To avoid ALL spoilers, let’s just say that he’s compelled to make a journey from East-to-West, to connect all of the remaining cities in the US via a strange phenomena called the Chiral Network. In the way are package thieves (MULES), Terrorists and the Ghosts (BTs). But they’re only distractions, because the real challenge is the JOURNEY. Environmental issues like water, rocky areas, mountains, canyons, crevices, snow, rain (including the deadly timefall which turns metal to rust in minutes). People need you to get to them. Other players will place tech, ropes, ladders, bridges and structures to help you. Sharing resources is a must, and you’ll get help anonymously at every step. Because we’re all in this together. Everything you do, can help others playing the game. You can even take on tasks meant for them. THE TECHNICAL... it’s... complicated. Which is AWESOME. This game is all sorts of philosophical. It’s the FIGHT CLUB of the gaming platform. Compelling, utterly, during the telling of its story and filled with symbolism and subtleties that drive your compassion to save the game world. The physical control of Sam is realistic and uses every PS4 trick in the book to create interactivity. You can soothe the Bridge Baby (An ethereal fetus that you “link” with to detect the BTs), you can adjust balance by the triggers, and of course, what is a Kojima game without a TON of cool gadgets to play with; from weapons (lethal and non-lethal), vehicles, structural creations like zip lines, grenades and more... There’s a LOT of inventory shuffling since nothing is kept in a hidden bag you can’t see. The mechanics of placing everything onto (and into pouches) on Sam is impressive. With battery powered exo-suits and tactically deployed resting/charging spots, you can cover the VAST and challenging landscapes using tools and items left behind by other players. THE FUTURE... of gaming? Maybe. Maybe not. Death Stranding is the first game in a long time where I’ve been eager to isolate myself. The infrastructure of highways, bridges and buildings stopped me in my tracks when I realized that after walking back and forth from a delivery CHANGED the ground I’d walked on. Others walked that path too... I know... players “liked” the path I’d laid. In a world where every AAA game wants ALL of your money... Hideo wants you to explore. EVERYTHING.    … Expand
  13. UnoDtantos
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    That's the way to create new types of games, and i appreciate that very much. How kwons Kogima's games kwon that Game. You need relax situation and Big time to enjoy it. No olvidéis tomar descanso frecuentes mientras jugáis y diSfrutad.
  14. lionars
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
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  15. Ordy
    Apr 25, 2021
    9
    This isn't a game for everyone. if you want to run around and shoot stuff, have little time, no attention span etc. You won't enjoy this at all.

    It's a generally relaxing game, where you can take your time and look around / enjoy the world, but still requires concentration. There's world building (a type of transport & support network), complex interesting story & characters. Combat    This isn't a game for everyone. if you want to run around and shoot stuff, have little time, no attention span etc. You won't enjoy this at all.

    It's a generally relaxing game, where you can take your time and look around / enjoy the world, but still requires concentration. There's world building (a type of transport & support network), complex interesting story & characters.
    Combat is generally pretty basic, and i generally enjoyed it as it's not the focus of the game (not a fan of controller shooting games).
    There are some times where the game does drag a little, and i had a short point where I just wanted to finish it. Though I also did spend a lot of time fleshing out the 'network' rather than relying so much on the 'shared' constructions. But after learning of the world, reading all the 'interviews' then carrying on with the story, i didn't want it to end.    … Expand
  16. MaximumD
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    I've barely scratched the surface here, maybe like 10 hours in. The only thing I can say is that if liked these games:

    Ico Shadow of the Colossus Journey Alien isolation RDR2 then you will most likely enjoy this game. The reason I've mentioned those games is that they have 1 major element in common. It's takes hours to get through a lengthy intro and then the games really take    I've barely scratched the surface here, maybe like 10 hours in. The only thing I can say is that if liked these games:

    Ico
    Shadow of the Colossus
    Journey
    Alien isolation
    RDR2

    then you will most likely enjoy this game. The reason I've mentioned those games is that they have 1 major element in common. It's takes hours to get through a lengthy intro and then the games really take off. You have to have some patience and also you will not shoot a hundred enemies in the first level like COD. This game is very slow paced but also very thoughtful and you will not begin to see this until many hours in. At least like halfway through episode 2. Give at least that much time, like 10 hours.

    If you like a game you need to sink your time into in order the get the most out of it, then Death Stranding will not disappoint. The graphics and immersiveness of the environments will suck you in. The draw distance on consoles is incredible, even beating out RDR2 in fidelity. If you have a pro and an HDR TV your in for a real treat.

    The gameplay is slow paced except for times where enemies show up and you need to improvise. So far that has been my favorite moment in the game as I had to run and scramble up some precarious cliffs, deviating harshly from very well though out route. After I lost the baddies I luckily had made two ropes previously and was able to rappel down to safety. Like Alien Isolation, improvisation and quick thinking payed off.

    That's not to say the game is without problems. The inventory system and delivery terminals are a hot mess of confusing menus and information. I'm sure it's all useful in some way, but i'm not there yet. Also, the story is typical Kojima with a lot of exposition. It can get annoying sometimes when you keep getting calls on the radio from the supporting characters non-stop while your just trying to take in the game and play. So for me, these things detract from the game, hence a 9 score.

    So just want to touch on one more thing. I read through the negative reviews and see that most people probably did not even play the game or maybe played a few hours after release on Friday. Metacritic should really get a handle on this crap. If the game is not for everybody that's fine, but these ridiculous zero scores with no substance need to go. If you give the game a low score and provide some reasons for this, that's fine. But reading many of those reviews just made me realize that I should get the game, because just like the games I mentioned above, this game is not part of the same rehashed norm that AAA games have become.

    The new COD gets rave reviews, and yet it's just the same game as the original that came out like 12 years ago. And some people just want more of the same which is cool too. I'll spend my time playing Death Stranding, something new and interesting.    … Expand
  17. Orichalcon
    Nov 20, 2019
    9
    Yeah I get it, people find it "boring". In todays society these types of games are shunned for not being instantly gratifying. It's such a tragic set of circumstances in my humble opinion.

    This game is really an amazing experience if you embrace it for what it is, which is a simulated sci fi experience, in which you immerse yourself into the role of Sam Bridges on his journey through    Yeah I get it, people find it "boring". In todays society these types of games are shunned for not being instantly gratifying. It's such a tragic set of circumstances in my humble opinion.

    This game is really an amazing experience if you embrace it for what it is, which is a simulated sci fi experience, in which you immerse yourself into the role of Sam Bridges on his journey through the world in a bid to understand and unravel the mystery of the death stranding.

    I won't put any spoilers here, suffice to say the game does an amazing job of really making you feel like your journeys to deliver items of importance are impactful and whilst the game is linear, I still got an amazing amount of satisfaction planning my trips to avoid perilious situations, and ensuring I had the relative tools at hand to combat the terrain I was planning to navigate.

    Maybe this isn't for everyone, but in no way shape or form is it bad. To some it may be boring, granted, but for the people who this game was made for, and for those that can appreciate the amount of detail and love that was poured into making this title, it really is a diamond in the rough that deserves the respect of gamers around the world.

    I hope games like this, and those such as Detroit aren't canned because of the narrowmindedness of our current generation. Otherwise we'll end up having nothing but COD clones and FIFA for eternity. I dread the thought.    … Expand
  18. Froggask8
    Nov 22, 2019
    9
    The game is a masterpiece, acting, story, music, visuals are on another level. My only complaint is the game demands too much from the average player, you really have to let yourself get into it. I understand if the walking (which is not the only thing in the game) is annoying or not fun for others but it is an essential part of the story and philosophies behind the experience. I onlyThe game is a masterpiece, acting, story, music, visuals are on another level. My only complaint is the game demands too much from the average player, you really have to let yourself get into it. I understand if the walking (which is not the only thing in the game) is annoying or not fun for others but it is an essential part of the story and philosophies behind the experience. I only recommend this game to people who are looking for one of the most unique experiences out there and are willing to put in the time for a very interesting and compelling story, cast of characters and world.… Expand
  19. Ekko
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    It's not for everyone: If you like to sink hours into stuff like Minecraft or enjoy atmospheric games, this is for you. If you like games to take you to other places, to be artsy and weird, this is for you. If you don't mind a somewhat reduced gameplay and enjoy strong emphasis on vibe, game world and plot - this is for you. It has whacky and serious moments, some subtle, some on the nose.It's not for everyone: If you like to sink hours into stuff like Minecraft or enjoy atmospheric games, this is for you. If you like games to take you to other places, to be artsy and weird, this is for you. If you don't mind a somewhat reduced gameplay and enjoy strong emphasis on vibe, game world and plot - this is for you. It has whacky and serious moments, some subtle, some on the nose. It's not a perfect game, but it's the perfect antithesis to all those recurring safe bets, to the FIFA's, Need For Speed's and Call of Duty's (all good games). It's something else, something entirely unique. You won't ever have played something like this before. Promise. I'm about 25 hours in and personally loved every second so far. The mediocre and bad scores mostly stem from folks who don't like this sort of game, which is very understandable. It's a dividing game. It's special. We should be glad there's AAA-experiments like this. So hating on this game will only get us more COD for the rest of our lifes.… Expand
  20. Discoroo
    Dec 18, 2019
    9
    One of the most unique and interesting games I’ve ever played. It definitely isn’t for everyone and certainly had its flaws, but overall a mostly relaxing, contemplative, and enjoyable experience.

    I could say a lot but no one will read it, i just wanted to give a fair score for a good game, while not the best 10/10 game ever made, it certainly isn’t a 0/10 like most of the angry reviewers    One of the most unique and interesting games I’ve ever played. It definitely isn’t for everyone and certainly had its flaws, but overall a mostly relaxing, contemplative, and enjoyable experience.

    I could say a lot but no one will read it, i just wanted to give a fair score for a good game, while not the best 10/10 game ever made, it certainly isn’t a 0/10 like most of the angry reviewers here upset it wasn’t Metal Gear 2.0. In reality, I would give it an 8.5/10 but since you can’t do that here I have no problem rounding up.    … Expand
  21. Parogar
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    The **VAST** majorities of negative reviews on here are from people who are only "pretending" to own the game, and are either mad because, A, this game isn't on Xbox (or PC yet or Nintendo or whatever), or B, are just upset that the game exists at all.

    Anyone who can't tell you specifics about the gameplay and are only writing generic things like "this game is a walking simulator" are    The **VAST** majorities of negative reviews on here are from people who are only "pretending" to own the game, and are either mad because, A, this game isn't on Xbox (or PC yet or Nintendo or whatever), or B, are just upset that the game exists at all.

    Anyone who can't tell you specifics about the gameplay and are only writing generic things like "this game is a walking simulator" are just liars trying to demean the game because they're mad it exists. I'd say at least 85% of the negative reviews here are fake.

    The game is definitely not a walking simulator. I personally detest walking sims. If this game is a Walking Sim, then so is Breath of the Wild.

    This game actually shares more in common with BOTW than you might think. The real fun of the game is in traversal. Not mindlessly walking forward. But in seeing a mountain in your path and struggling to get up and over it.

    If you played BOTW and you loved trying to forge your path to the next ruin, which meant scaling a mountain and winding around it, or trying to figure out a way to get up and over with just the limited supplies that you had, then you'd love this game.

    I recommend playing it on HARD difficulty.    … Expand
  22. LatinCritic13
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is an arthouse game that will make you feel like you're taking LSD while playing it. This game won't appeal to everyone especially those that adore the Metal Gear franchise, but Kojima crafted something really special for Death Stranding using Horizon Zero Dawn's Decima Engine. And this is probably one of the most experimental games that must be played nonethelessDeath Stranding is an arthouse game that will make you feel like you're taking LSD while playing it. This game won't appeal to everyone especially those that adore the Metal Gear franchise, but Kojima crafted something really special for Death Stranding using Horizon Zero Dawn's Decima Engine. And this is probably one of the most experimental games that must be played nonetheless especially if you're a film buff.… Expand
  23. andynica
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Great game! I LOVE the story, I LOVE the gameplay loop and I LOVE this game, Its obviously not for everyone but it definetty it is for me
  24. polyhedraldice
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    A game this unique and not plagued with DLC and cash grabbing only comes around once in a blue moon.

    The environment, ambiance, and story is simply art in game form. This is simply one of my favorite narratives told in gaming throughout my lifetime, which dates back to 1984 when I first got an Atari 2600 from my parents on Christmas. This is something I just will not play devil's    A game this unique and not plagued with DLC and cash grabbing only comes around once in a blue moon.

    The environment, ambiance, and story is simply art in game form.

    This is simply one of my favorite narratives told in gaming throughout my lifetime, which dates back to 1984 when I first got an Atari 2600 from my parents on Christmas.

    This is something I just will not play devil's advocate on and slide my opinions because others that have not played it, have not played it to the end, and others who have decided to trash for some reason. I do not even care to attempt to understand why. This game is art, this game is great, and nothing out there even comes close to what this game represents.    … Expand
  25. Otakool
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    This game dares to be itself in a world full of same **** new skin. It’s not for everyone. It’s for ones that understand and and acknowledge good taste. This game is all about the feels. The soundtrack and music is carefully picked out and compliment the game beautifully.

    I like that the game is not predictable and the learning curve is rather enjoyable. Isn’t that a good thing? The    This game dares to be itself in a world full of same **** new skin. It’s not for everyone. It’s for ones that understand and and acknowledge good taste. This game is all about the feels. The soundtrack and music is carefully picked out and compliment the game beautifully.

    I like that the game is not predictable and the learning curve is rather enjoyable. Isn’t that a good thing? The game’s unique personality can be experienced through its storytelling, UI and sound design which is what makes it such a breath of fresh air.

    Simply put, this game is for adults and dads alike who are interested in some relaxing yet exciting gameplay and storytelling    … Expand
  26. TK4EVA47
    Dec 19, 2022
    9
    I played Death Stranding in 2022 and thought it was an amazing game that I loved.
  27. Mad-Marston
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Yeah even a walking simulator can been a hell of fun(of course many will not agree). When you have to manage your cargo weight and their placement, choose the best possible route though the road is mostly full of obstacles and hazzards. Speaking of hazzards navigating through the rain that eventually destroys all your goods plus trying to avoid the nightmarish invisible BTs are muchYeah even a walking simulator can been a hell of fun(of course many will not agree). When you have to manage your cargo weight and their placement, choose the best possible route though the road is mostly full of obstacles and hazzards. Speaking of hazzards navigating through the rain that eventually destroys all your goods plus trying to avoid the nightmarish invisible BTs are much funnier than I thought. As a person who lives in a country that many of its people out of despration choose to put their life on the line and carry heavy cargos (like even refrigerators sometimes) on their backs walking through very dangerous boarder routs on just to be able make their ends meet I can relate to this game more than any other game I've played in recent years.
    The game is not meant for everyone for sure, but it's a high quality game from both visual and technical stand point.    … Expand
  28. Jamejarrs
    Dec 5, 2019
    9
    After 50 hours, I've finished Death Stranding and am rewriting my review. My score isn't changing, to me it's still a high 9/10, I just wanted to revisit this with the context of the entire game.

    I'll start off by saying that even though I loved this game, it's very hard to recommend to people. A friend came to my apartment day 1 to watch the game and decide if he wanted it. In the end,    After 50 hours, I've finished Death Stranding and am rewriting my review. My score isn't changing, to me it's still a high 9/10, I just wanted to revisit this with the context of the entire game.

    I'll start off by saying that even though I loved this game, it's very hard to recommend to people. A friend came to my apartment day 1 to watch the game and decide if he wanted it. In the end, he didn't and I completely understand, especially seeing the portion of the game I played.

    Your enjoyment of this game will probably rely on how far you're willing to put up with a slog to get to the other side, which sounds like a bad thing but the rush of being able to fly past a spot that gave you so much trouble appeals to me very much. I spent a lot of time building structures to help myself and others along the way, and seeing likes from other players who I helped made me feel like it was all worth it.

    This game slow drips mechanics almost the entire time you're playing, to the point where you're well armed partway into chapter 3 and near the end of the game you have an entire arsenal of equipment that you can really tailor the game to the way you want to play. The slow drip is needed, if you look at the tips section at the end of the game, it's overwhelming just how many systems and mechanics they've crammed into this game, and they all work very well.

    Combat does indeed exist in this game, and you'd be surprised at how good it can feel. When I first learned about using cargo as weapons I didn't think I'd use it because I wouldn't want to hurt my packages, but I learned that when you knock out a MULE their cargo can be caught in mid-air which can then be thrown at another of your assailants. It made me feel like I was in an action movie and it was an awesome blend of the delivery and combat mechanics. As you move into the game you and your human enemies will grow your arsenal of weaponry to the point where they're just as formidable as you are, and they never felt like pushovers.

    Of all the things in Death Stranding, its main focus is the story, which ends up being way less enigmatic than it first appears once you have all the pieces. I felt it was very engaging and I was happily going through with deliveries just to see where the story would go next. I do have one issue and there's a very loaded exposition scene right at the end which could have been handled better, but aside from that - and some weird writing/character moments at points - it felt very well crafted.

    Presentation is, of course, top notch. This is the best photo-realism of any game this generation hands down, environments are beautiful and characters are detailed down to the pores on their skin. The actors all give great performances, bringing life and depth to their characters. The music, though sparse, is all fantastic and punctuates your journey in a way that makes you appreciate how far you've come.

    Slight hiccups caused a little aggravation along the way. At times I wished there were just an easier way to skip the small cutscenes in your room and in the terminals. Every action is accompanied with a short scene, and they can be skipped but the process of skipping multiple tiny scenes in a row can feel tiring. The physics can get a little wonky at times, Sam doesn't handle like you feel he should sometimes and I took a couple spills because he slipped slightly unnaturally or what looked like a hill suddenly felt like a drop. Also take the trike and jump while doing a wheelie, you float in a weird triangle-like arc.

    I'm interested in seeing all the things I missed and working towards platinum, but I don't know if I'd play from the beginning to see the story again. At the end of it all, these inconveniences were never enough to sour my experience and I'm very happy I put the time in to see it to the end. Absolutely rent it and try it out, if you bounce hard in the first couple chapters it's probably not for you. But if you find yourself enjoying those first hours of the game, you're absolutely in for a treat.    … Expand
  29. rosnk30
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    Death Stranding's new kind of experience. Sometimes he's like a other oper world game....history's main purpose and do it very well. Nice game 'n experience
  30. hypermikev
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    saying this is a walking simulator is overly simplified, it is more of a high risk delivery simulator. The game is polished and has amazing graphics, the story is fresh and unique from all games currently in the market, it's always cool to hate on something different but this game is needed to push the medium forward.
  31. FarfarAlex
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is not for everyone but it sure is for some

    Death Stranding delivers a new exiting gaming experiance, and while it's true that some people might find it repetetive to do the deliveries back and forth. Death Stranding more than makes up for it with interesting gameplay mechanics and great story.
  32. GusTavOdaS
    Nov 26, 2019
    9
    The history of the game is amazing, the gameplay, everything was amazing in this one, just a little bit slow to begin with the history, but, it makes you feel like you are playing some new kind of game, not shooter, not open world, it's different, i loved it!!
  33. EscapetoGame
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    Tell you what, don't buy into the negative stereotype about it being a "boring walking simulator", because it certainly is a lot more than that. I'd be lying if I said I'm not enjoying this game and there are reasons I would recommend it to anyone. This is certainly unlike any game I have played and it just keeps getting better. If you want to try something new give this game a chance.Tell you what, don't buy into the negative stereotype about it being a "boring walking simulator", because it certainly is a lot more than that. I'd be lying if I said I'm not enjoying this game and there are reasons I would recommend it to anyone. This is certainly unlike any game I have played and it just keeps getting better. If you want to try something new give this game a chance. It's very weird but wholesome and satisfying in it's own way.… Expand
  34. SgStarov
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    You will like this game or not. Try it before buying.
    Visual 10/10
    Gameplay 9/10
    Story 10/10
    Music 10/10
    Kojima over999/10 Genius xD
  35. Shamansdrum
    Apr 15, 2020
    9
    So after reading so many reviews trashing this excellent game I thought of adding a few pennies. Am I a Kojima fanboy? Not at all. I actually find MGV boring and drab, although it's much more of a shooter than this one. A lot of people will say it's a glorified walking simulator and there's certainly parts of the game that feel like it - one of the biggest challenges is terrain traversal.So after reading so many reviews trashing this excellent game I thought of adding a few pennies. Am I a Kojima fanboy? Not at all. I actually find MGV boring and drab, although it's much more of a shooter than this one. A lot of people will say it's a glorified walking simulator and there's certainly parts of the game that feel like it - one of the biggest challenges is terrain traversal. But instead of thinking of it in terms of walking simulator think of it as something of an evolution of a 3d platformer - it's a beautifully crafted, naturalistic world in which your objective is to get from point A to B. As the game progresses you find yourself in possesion of a growing number of tools to do that, so in the middle part of the game you actuall mostly drive around in trucks and motorbikes, while in the latter you mostly fly around on zipline. Now terrain traversal is fun and does make for quite a challenge. Another thing that makes for a lot of fun is new tools that are being introduced almost literally every half an hour. Some of them you might never use, some of them you will find yourself using constantly, so there are many ways to approach an objective. Another strong aspect is story - this game hours upon hours of beautifully realized cutscenes. How good is the story? It's good, although some dialogue lines are just badly written, mostly it's well versed. In an industry where most products have a throwaway story just for the sake of presenting cool graphics and mechanics, this one definitely stands out. Coupled with it's insane soundtrack and action heavy intervals, you get a one of a kind masterpiece. Most critics, even if they praise it suggest it could've been shorter, but I don't agree with them. I was actually surprised when the story started to wrap up, I wasn't ready yet - haven't delivered enough packages, haven't finished building all the highways (very satisfying activity btw), haven't encompassed mountains with my network of ziplines, haven't unlocked all the extra equipment... In the end story left me crying... this game certainly is a tearsqueezer. Does everything in the story make sense? Kinda, you just have to accept that it follows dream logic more often than waking logic. Buy it, it's worth it.… Expand
  36. davedrummer88
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    I was SO skeptical. I'm here to say I'm relieved and enthralled.
    I'm about to enter Chapter 3 and what a relief this game is--from industry standards; from looty-shooty--everything.
    This is a game about contrasts. It's enthralling. It has an addictive central gameplay loop. And the tiniest moments are when you'll feel the most impact: the ladder, road, or rope left by another player;    I was SO skeptical. I'm here to say I'm relieved and enthralled.
    I'm about to enter Chapter 3 and what a relief this game is--from industry standards; from looty-shooty--everything.

    This is a game about contrasts. It's enthralling. It has an addictive central gameplay loop. And the tiniest moments are when you'll feel the most impact: the ladder, road, or rope left by another player; barely making your run after an extensive bout with TimeFall; the encounters with BTs and MULEs are genuinely tense and engaging; the mini-boss fights with the cephlapods are arresting and terrorifying and a fair buffer for you screwing up and getting caught by BTs.

    Am I having as much "fun" as I did with MGSV? No. But I'm more engaged and the fun I'm having is amplified by the unparalleled production, drink-from-the-firehose lore setup and constant wonder that seemingly extracted from isolation.

    A masterclass in pivoting away from toxic, violent game design to empathetic world building and dynamic immersion through very simple but involved hiking and item management mechanics.

    Those with an open mind or craving something different will be drinking from the well here for quite a while.    … Expand
  37. Slava_Gedich
    Dec 2, 2019
    9
    + Interesting storyline
    + Memorable characters
    + Innovations in game mechanics (walking, helping each other) + Graphics + Music + A lot of different gadgets and tools + Cutscenes - Physics of vechicles - Control of your weapons during the battle (you always break down the flow of the battle by pausing and controlling your weapons) - Repeating the same cutscenes for some    + Interesting storyline
    + Memorable characters
    + Innovations in game mechanics (walking, helping each other)
    + Graphics
    + Music
    + A lot of different gadgets and tools
    + Cutscenes

    - Physics of vechicles
    - Control of your weapons during the battle (you always break down the flow of the battle by pausing and controlling your weapons)
    - Repeating the same cutscenes for some interactions
    - Super simple and stupid bosses and Ai    … Expand
  38. byateamwithlove
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    The game isn’t for everyone . It’s totally new experience for me . In terms of story ,music it’s excellent. The gameplay is really creative approach to open world games and honestly it’s really refreshing gameplay but I totally understand why some people simply don’t like it . It’s not an typical game it doesn’t give you want you want . Honestly it’s one of those game that you simply can’tThe game isn’t for everyone . It’s totally new experience for me . In terms of story ,music it’s excellent. The gameplay is really creative approach to open world games and honestly it’s really refreshing gameplay but I totally understand why some people simply don’t like it . It’s not an typical game it doesn’t give you want you want . Honestly it’s one of those game that you simply can’t put score on . If you truly want to experience something new it might be an amazing game for even one of the best games ever . That’s what happens when the game with such budget and attention of the mainstream audience . It’s simply not for everyone .… Expand
  39. Notafatbastard
    Jul 9, 2022
    9
    Fresh, original, unique. Sometimes obtuse, occasionally frustrating. Overall transcendent.
  40. Ramos43
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    New game experience. Very interesting. The best game from Hideo Kodjima. User score lie
  41. JSagittarius
    Nov 16, 2019
    9
    Tak po 43 hodinách a po dosazeni 235 levelu jsem dohrál tuhle hru. Relativně bych to dohrál drive ale finále je v podstatě jen čekání na rozhovory a sledovaní zakončení příběhu. Ta část na „břehu“ kdy sem musel cekal na titulky a zapnuti dalších rozhovoru byla docela úmorná. Následná další hodina konce to ale zlepšila.

    Hra je hodně unikátní a žádná jiná taková neexistuje. Ke hře jsem    Tak po 43 hodinách a po dosazeni 235 levelu jsem dohrál tuhle hru. Relativně bych to dohrál drive ale finále je v podstatě jen čekání na rozhovory a sledovaní zakončení příběhu. Ta část na „břehu“ kdy sem musel cekal na titulky a zapnuti dalších rozhovoru byla docela úmorná. Následná další hodina konce to ale zlepšila.

    Hra je hodně unikátní a žádná jiná taková neexistuje. Ke hře jsem přistupoval bez nějakých požadavku od ní. A možná díky tomu jsem z ni nebyl zklamaný. Bavilo mě doručovat ale nejvíc mě bavilo si budovat lepší cestu. Od nějaké části hry se mi dostalo do rukou zařízení „lanová dráha“ které umožnuju stavět vodicí veze max 300m od sebe a vytvořit tak síť/dráhu po které se můžu klouzat a ušetřím neskutečně casu. Užil jsem si to v části v horách. Kdy jsem si vždycky dal zaležet na tom abych sebou měl dostatek materiálu a při překonávaní hor jsem vždycky za sebou nechával cestu kudy se mohu pak vydat a nejen já. Par lajku jsem za to dostal :D
    Zprava nakladu a jeho rozmístěni, cesta do neznámého místa. To vše bylo hodně super. Jde vidět ze v tomhle leželo jádro hratelnosti. Naopak souboje mě vůbec nebavili. At už jsem se pral s lidskými protivníky nebo s VV. To platilo i pro souboje s bosy. Naštěstí se da konfliktu relativně vyhnout. Kromě bosu jsem tedy vůbec nebojoval.

    Příběh a svět ve kterém se hra odehrává je proste…….jiny :D Snad jsem ho i pochopil, i když se raději podívám na par videí na youtubu zda je to opravdu tak jak si myslím :D Bylo to zajímavé. Bylo ale par míst kdy je hra až neskutečně „mimo-příběhově“ textově otravná. Kdy mi postavy vysvětluji tohle a tamto a tohle a ještě u toho říkají že si musím pospíšit ale pak ještě kecají o tomhle a tamto ohledně hratelnosti.
    Příběh hodně rozmělňuje hráč jako takový. Protože klidně můžu ve hře hrát 15 hodin a neposunout se v příběhu ani o minutu. V tomhle jsem se snažil si udržet nějakou rovnováhu. I když jsem ji ze začátku trochu porušil a dost se věnoval budovaní silnic a doručovaní obyčejných zásilek.

    Soundtrack se povedl ať už to bylo zajímavé použití existujících skladeb nebo nove vytvořených pro hru. Vizuálně bylo také na co koukat. Svět byl sice „jednoduchý“ ale hezky. Vypraveni příběhu bylo provedeno také dost zajímavě. Na to bych asi řekl jen – klasicky Kojima. To samé platí o postavách. Dost zvláštní a unikátní. Asi v paměti mi nejvíc utkvěl Heartman.

    Závěrem ? Jedna se o těžce uchopitelnou hru. Po hratelností stránce je dosti unikátní a pokud od ni někdo čeká akční nářez tak má smůlu (přitom to ale tvůrce sám říkal, tohle není akční hra). Svět a příběh je také unikátní. Režie a střih a divnost od Kojimy je tam proste všude cítit  Užil jsem si to. A ať se snažím hledat nějaká negativa tak mi přijde ze po celou dobu hraní jsem se bavil. Ano byli zde pasáže kdy sem musel cestovat nějaký dlouhý usek nazpět nebo neskutečně ukecané emaily co posílají npc postavy (doplňuje to svět a příběh). Presto všechno ale jsem nezažil nudu.    … Expand
  42. reikami
    Nov 27, 2019
    9
    The only issue of death stranding - it's overhyped.
    Everything else is brilliant or at least well done, haters just waited with a mainstream to leave a negative mark, for them, imao, new CD Modern Warfare is a perfect one. Nothing could be done here. Kojima just got too much attention than needed for the game.
  43. underoath05
    May 17, 2023
    9
    Game is very cinematic, top quality, very unique, hard to compare it to any other game, a bit slow paced, not for everyone but one i did enjoy.
  44. Hectik
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    First off to the ones giving it 0's and 1's. Why? Is it because it's not a game where you're killing people left and right? Kojima was smart enough to release enough footage without sacrificing spoilers to give gamers enough background on what kind of gameplay you're gonna do. If you still purchased it and did that review bomb, haha Kojima got your money and most probably you feel likeFirst off to the ones giving it 0's and 1's. Why? Is it because it's not a game where you're killing people left and right? Kojima was smart enough to release enough footage without sacrificing spoilers to give gamers enough background on what kind of gameplay you're gonna do. If you still purchased it and did that review bomb, haha Kojima got your money and most probably you feel like an idiot and should give yourself a throat punch for your idiocy.

    Yes the game is not for everyone and involves a lot of travelling and will take you awhile to gain the fast travel option. I for one, refuse to do so because the landscape is so detailed and it feels so real with the terrain. You have to watch your footing when traversing especially when carrying heavy and unbalanced loads. Rugged terrain like sharp rocks, valleys, rivers and steep inclines are you real enemies. Throw in your rogue porters who'll steal your gear, rain that will degrade your cargo and the BT's that lurk in them and you're up for a real challenge early game. Unfortunately, that's when it changes when you get some decent weaponry and tools to deal with them and it becomes a bit too easy.

    Characters and story is where you see Kojima at work. Quirky character names like Die-Hardman, Deadman, Mama and Fragile all play a big part in the story along with Sam. Big names with the voice acting with Norman Reedus, Mads Mikkelson, Guillermo Del Toro (excited because he would helped Kojima with the story and characters), Lindsay Wagner and Troy Baker do a fantastic job.

    Game has great musical score and it really feels like you're watching a movie. Some great tracks from Low Roar which really gels with the current scenario.

    Overall, the game is great and can't wait to tackle it on a harder difficulty (played on Normal) to see if combat can be a bit more challenging. But it isn't a deal breaker as the game is more about the journey.

    Haters gonna hate. Stick to CoD and Fortnite. No need for toxicity in this game ; )    … Expand
  45. Fizard
    Feb 6, 2020
    9
    A lot of people say that this game isn't for everyone and this is true... I'm giving the score 9 because I'm taking into consideration that Kojima just created his company and the quality of the game (Cinematics, Graphics, mechanics) and using all those actors is impressive for a first game made really quick.
    I liked the concept of the story. It makes you think (more then I'd like some    A lot of people say that this game isn't for everyone and this is true... I'm giving the score 9 because I'm taking into consideration that Kojima just created his company and the quality of the game (Cinematics, Graphics, mechanics) and using all those actors is impressive for a first game made really quick.
    I liked the concept of the story. It makes you think (more then I'd like some times lol) and it's not the trivial game story most are used to. It's a very different game and confusing some times. I could just "connect the dots" at the last minutes of the game. But i think it could be more explained. It seems to get a little rush on the end, but considering this is his first game I understood.
    Just don't give up of the game on the middle and keep playing (skip the secondary deliveries if you didn't enjoy this mechanics) at least to understand the story. This game is almost like a Movie, people that don't like a lot of cinematic won't like it.    … Expand
  46. Alphaluna
    Jan 19, 2020
    9
    This is a game I can't stop thinking about after days of finishing it, after 60+ hours and probably more as I continue playing it after the story has ended. This is a game that is not for everybody, but it's a AAA game that goes where games like Shadow of the Colossus or Journey went before. Providing you with a solitude experience of contemplation and amazement. And no, it's not just aThis is a game I can't stop thinking about after days of finishing it, after 60+ hours and probably more as I continue playing it after the story has ended. This is a game that is not for everybody, but it's a AAA game that goes where games like Shadow of the Colossus or Journey went before. Providing you with a solitude experience of contemplation and amazement. And no, it's not just a walking simulator. It gives you so many tools as your go through the game, you can create roads, ride bikes, travel through zip lines that you can place wherever you want and everything you do is at the same time connected with other people who left ladders or ropes for you in the way. It feels like a world connected even when you are by yourself as the game plays a lovely song from "Low Roar".

    This is the game for people who like hiking, sci-fi, and horror. Yes, you fight monsters, but while that is part of the game with a lot of spectacle, you will be wishing to be spending your time o delivering packages rather than fighting. Why? Because the weight system feels great, your decision making on what to take with you, will you take the difficult path or the longer route using a truck? How many deliveries can you take with you? Your decision and how you travel is up to you, and that sense of freedom and exploration is something few games can provide you.

    And the vistas....oh y god, the vistas. Well if Horizon Zero Dawn was like an Avatar beautiful World, and RDR2 was like a realistic beautiful look at our old western with beautiful landscapes. DS is like going to Marks, Venus, and every planet you think about it. I know it's supposed to be the earth after the Death Stranding event, but still. It loks bautiful and otherworldly.

    All that said this is not a game for those who want everything from the start. If you don't have patience I can see yourself getting bored. But if you're up to the challenge, just like hiking, when you get to the summit (8+ hours into the game) you'll start to get why this game is special.    … Expand
  47. Overmorth
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    This is awesome designed brainblowing cinematographic game with soul and idea
    hard to drop playing, fresh exp - best 2019 openworld
    Its like Strugatsky written a game, not a book. great OST, nice actor casting, mesmerising story kojima did it again - gameplay fun and various, lore is deep as ur mama`s ass -game trying to squeeze out tears too much - it doesnt work that way pfheh    This is awesome designed brainblowing cinematographic game with soul and idea
    hard to drop playing, fresh exp - best 2019 openworld
    Its like Strugatsky written a game, not a book.
    great OST, nice actor casting, mesmerising story
    kojima did it again - gameplay fun and various, lore is deep as ur mama`s ass

    -game trying to squeeze out tears too much - it doesnt work that way pfheh
    -motophysics not polished - shame
    - 2 speeches ingame looked cringe:
    diehardman final speech and start hologramm convoy looked unnatural
    other screenplay made with talant and power    … Expand
  48. Undead_Witcher
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    The game is overall so much fun but it is definitely not for everyone. The story is deep and requires you to read lore and pay attention. This isn’t a game you can sit around and not pay attention to
  49. Zizout
    Feb 25, 2020
    9
    Después de ver el gameplay y ver todo el revuelo de Haters y Review bombing que tuvo estuve un poco paciente pero lo compre en una rebaja y al completarlo fue una grata sorpresa.
    He de decir que no me aburrí en ningún momento no como en otros sandbox. Pros:
    Uno de esos grandes finales que te hará volar la mente. Historia Ambiente Actores Personajes ¡¡¡SONIDO!!! Banda sonora Esas    Después de ver el gameplay y ver todo el revuelo de Haters y Review bombing que tuvo estuve un poco paciente pero lo compre en una rebaja y al completarlo fue una grata sorpresa.
    He de decir que no me aburrí en ningún momento no como en otros sandbox. Pros:
    Uno de esos grandes finales que te hará volar la mente. Historia
    Ambiente
    Actores
    Personajes
    ¡¡¡SONIDO!!! Banda sonora
    Esas travesías preciosas

    Contras:
    La mayoría de las batallas con los Bosses. Para mi un juego totalmente infravalorado, ojalá tenga una segunda oportunidad en PC y triunfe como el juegazo que es. Gracias a Hideo Kojima y Kojima Productions por esta experiencia tan gratificante    … Expand
  50. broskej
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Да это не MGS, но о это Кодзимагейм, это что-то невероятное. Спасибо всем кто это создал. !игра не для всех.
    P.S. Кодзима-гений
  51. GamerGuyPhill
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well it's definitely a weird game but I think that's it's charm, what the game does it does well and the performances in this game are amazing and very well done, the world is breathtaking and the music fits the bill the inventory management is a little too complex for me but I got it as I went on. If your a fan of stealth and open world games and of course Kojima then this game is for you.… Expand
  52. saga77
    Nov 24, 2019
    9
    3 weeks till the User score drops below Call of Duty Modern Warfare (2019)!
    Good old review bombing!
    Why are so many Users voiting for (against) this game?
  53. avantis
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    I don’t understand the bombing reviews. I’ve been 25 hours so far into the game and I love it. Thinking of it just as a walking simulator means that you are just scratching the surface of what you are playing, you can’t either judge the game by what you see in the gameplays of other people; you have to try it yourself. For me is a whole experience of adventure, story and gameplay. I see itI don’t understand the bombing reviews. I’ve been 25 hours so far into the game and I love it. Thinking of it just as a walking simulator means that you are just scratching the surface of what you are playing, you can’t either judge the game by what you see in the gameplays of other people; you have to try it yourself. For me is a whole experience of adventure, story and gameplay. I see it as a masterpiece and I think that within time this game will be better valued by all. It innovates and it offers something new. I can only say that you have to give it a tryc and judge by yourself.… Expand
  54. DalslandsTjuren
    Nov 24, 2019
    9
    Best game for this generation! The story is amazing, and the game is almost addictive! I love to create the best ways to deliver. It's an 9.5 game and I would say that every score under 6 is not that serious and a shame that people doesn't know better!
  55. redbattle
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    It's actually alarming seeing how many professional and amateur critics alike can't get over the fact that the gameplay focus in Death Stranding isn't geared mainly towards combat encounters. Weird considering the best players in MGS are aiming to get in and out with as few straight up combat encounters as possible. There's so much to love about this game and it's well worth a look.
  56. Malef
    Dec 29, 2021
    9
    [UPD] Time passed and i changed my mind. It is a good game. Thx, Kojima-san.
  57. Khaar
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
    Been a fan of Kojima for ages, however this game is not like an MGS title.

    This is a very "artsy" game, if you let go a bit it's a beautiful emotional experience much like Journey. Hell, I would go so far as to say this is very much in line with many of the MGS cutscenes. While many will see the story as convoluted and very metaphorical, how about you try to dig deeper and    Been a fan of Kojima for ages, however this game is not like an MGS title.

    This is a very "artsy" game, if you let go a bit it's a beautiful emotional experience much like Journey.
    Hell, I would go so far as to say this is very much in line with many of the MGS cutscenes.

    While many will see the story as convoluted and very metaphorical, how about you try to dig deeper and talk/think about each "idea" he conveys? That's the idea of "art".

    Art is mostly about reflecting and projecting.
    If you choose to focus on the negatives, it says more about yourself then the object you criticize.    … Expand
  58. neointhematrix
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    Can you COD (Call of Duty) **** go somewhere else to do a review ?? Every time a game isn't COD everyone has to hear how bad it is. Go play your COD and F***off! I really enjoyed this game and others might too if you COD idiots didn't troll every non - COD game.
  59. mikepatyaev
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Besieged by death's tide at every turn Sam Bridges must brave a world utterly transformed by the Death Stranding. Carrying the stranded remnants of the future in his hands, Sam embarks on a journey to reunite the shattered world one step at a time. What is the mystery of the Death Stranding? What will Sam discover on the road ahead? A genre defining gameplay experience holds these answersBesieged by death's tide at every turn Sam Bridges must brave a world utterly transformed by the Death Stranding. Carrying the stranded remnants of the future in his hands, Sam embarks on a journey to reunite the shattered world one step at a time. What is the mystery of the Death Stranding? What will Sam discover on the road ahead? A genre defining gameplay experience holds these answers and more.… Expand
  60. EvanGeistfeld
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    In order for you to receive an answer to my review, watch it here instead of reading it. https://youtu.be/6RhMHAPu0S0
  61. Gallbond
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Устал после работу/учёбы? Спокойно заходи в эту игру и релаксируй! Лучшая игра для отдыха
  62. EvilBeing
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    Unrealistic atmospheric game, worked out to the smallest detail. Addictive in the full program, despite the rather meditative gameplay, but still not many will fit this. From myself I recommend.
  63. mark2097
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    Off the bat, this game is not going to be for everyone. If you enjoy an evolving story and are prepared to invest 70 plus hours in to fully reveal the truth behind Death Stranding you will be rewarded with game that will leave you thinking long after it's reached it's climatic ending. Be prepared the first few hours are tough on you, they are meant to be! A fantastic game, beautifullyOff the bat, this game is not going to be for everyone. If you enjoy an evolving story and are prepared to invest 70 plus hours in to fully reveal the truth behind Death Stranding you will be rewarded with game that will leave you thinking long after it's reached it's climatic ending. Be prepared the first few hours are tough on you, they are meant to be! A fantastic game, beautifully crafted when enjoyed whole.… Expand
  64. Dr4gonkiller96
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    2 hours in, and at episode 2... Lots of cutscenes, lots of good music and graphics, the story so far is so interesting and will keep me going. the nice peaceful nature so far is great. this is my second Hideo Kojima game (the first was Zone of the Enders 2 on PSVR), and it's story is just like it, and i loved the story. I feel like i play games that have a story more for the actual story2 hours in, and at episode 2... Lots of cutscenes, lots of good music and graphics, the story so far is so interesting and will keep me going. the nice peaceful nature so far is great. this is my second Hideo Kojima game (the first was Zone of the Enders 2 on PSVR), and it's story is just like it, and i loved the story. I feel like i play games that have a story more for the actual story than the gameplay... that said, i don't care if the gameplay is meh, the story is enough... it only matters when the gameplay is just too hard and no way to make it easier (Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Nioh, Crash Bandicoot etc).

    enough chit chatting. i love it so far, the people giving bad scores... they obviously bought it without thinking, and wasn't made for them.    … Expand
  65. Fluxburner
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    Firstly this is A game for mature gamers. If your under 20 years old you probably won't like this game as you all mostly have short attention spans and this game mechanic won't suit your gaming evolution.We get it but your low ratings are all unjustified as you didn't do your homework on the game before you purchased it and frankly its evolution is probably years ahead of your personalFirstly this is A game for mature gamers. If your under 20 years old you probably won't like this game as you all mostly have short attention spans and this game mechanic won't suit your gaming evolution.We get it but your low ratings are all unjustified as you didn't do your homework on the game before you purchased it and frankly its evolution is probably years ahead of your personal gaming development.
    With that out of the way this game is one of the best and probably the most original game concept of 2019 period, sure it has a WTF story line ?, and infact thats what makes it so good, the concepts and ideas grafted into this game are nothing short of brilliant. It is fresh and original and no one that has gamed for 30 years can say otherwise the graphics are amazing and the facial graphics are the best I've seen ever in any game developed EVER, did I mention the soundtrack also nice as Sam can replay the tracks anytime in game you like. If you complete all the side missions as well this game has easily 100 hrs playing scope. Although it does get long winded and monotonous near the last act of the game the journey is worth it. Just remember to use your "options" controller button to skip through the fluff. Play this game with a headset on and experience the real feeling when you first encounter BT's for the first time. Forget the kiddy reviews listed , read the real one's and experience a game you would never conceive.A masterpiece in gaming and thanks for the fresh ideas Kojima even if you did get a little lost in your own story narrative at times.This game is a bold Odyssey of exploration and discovery and must be played in it's entitreity to appreciate the games magic easily a 9.5/10 and in my top 10 games of 2019    … Expand
  66. Agoonergamble
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    This should have been a 10 but I can't. I have only owned the playstation brand of consoles since the Xbox 360, my pc can't run much so maybe that makes me a playstation fanboy idk. (Getting a switch for Christmas, finally, BOTW here I come)

    This walking simulator, fetch quest game which it is in essence reguardless of what you say shouts everything that I dislike about game's. But I read    This should have been a 10 but I can't. I have only owned the playstation brand of consoles since the Xbox 360, my pc can't run much so maybe that makes me a playstation fanboy idk. (Getting a switch for Christmas, finally, BOTW here I come)

    This walking simulator, fetch quest game which it is in essence reguardless of what you say shouts everything that I dislike about game's. But I read you gotta play it for yourself, make up your own mind. So I did and got hooked on everything I'm ment to hate.

    As a world builder I honestly think kojima is up at the top, and with his world's and stories he can realize those visions in his games. Unfortunately even with an amazing cast the delivery of these ideas fall way short. Kojima is a director, he needs writers to put his ideas in context. I understood the story he was telling, it and the conclusion was wonderful but some scene's where pure kojima and it made me angry. This is awesome dude why are you ruining it!?. Is it a lost In translation thing I don't know but it's what docks a point for me.

    I got hooked on the gameplay loop, it's addictive. Some people are alcoholics, some people can restrain that addiction. I couldn't and that's why outside of the story stuff I mentioned above this is my game of the year.

    When I wasn't playing it I was thinking about it. I get lots of games. Play them on release and some grab me some don't. But it's been 2 years since I started playing a game and I had 30 hours clocked in 3 days. I'm a busy dad I don't do that. If you didn't get hooked, addicted, sure you hate this game. It's **** everyone is sucking his *expletive*. But for the people that it did click with its brilliant. You know their are actually people out there that play 5 hours of fallout 76 every night, why, because it clicked. And if a game can click for a buggy mess why can't alot of people click with a new type of gameplay loop in a bug free beautiful landscape. He made an addictive game out of the stuff we all hate.

    It must be noted the games slow start is too slow for some. And that's fair. That 10-15hr slog at the start is a hard sell and even though the **** this **** it's ment to make you feel gets rewarded later in the game. Alot of people won't hang that long or it just doesn't *click* before then. I loved the early game and that love grew through the game so I was always going to be the perfect person for this game. Even if I don't like fetch quests and walking Sims. Who knew!

    Boss fights are epic, but not that challenging. I think he would rather have went full on postal simulator and less action part's. But maybe he felt his metal gear solid expectations ment he needed to include that style of gameplay. Mules where fun but not challenging. I just wanted to deliver stuff. BTs in the early game are intense, scary as hell but that feeling couldn't last the whole game and became a slight annoyance. But the zip line I created over the windfarm is amazing and I give them BTs the middle finger as I zoom over them with 250kg of cargo.

    The online component is genius. It's like a social site that you can only like their content. No comments, no dislike, no trolling (no review bomb). In death stranding the guy that tells me he shags my mum is liking my bridge over that river with the red markers. And I even liked his rope. Reconnect America, in this game at least he sort of is.

    Sounds great, graphics are amazing. Bug free for me on a 3 year old base PS4. Some janky animation at times but I was hitting a lot of rocks so lol.

    In conclusion I do seem to have many issues or grips with the game like many reviews had but my experience with the game was addictive, morish, I will remember my play through in 10 years time. And I'm back on it going for 100%.

    Best walking simulator ever. Keep on keeping on    … Expand
  67. renofriends
    Dec 11, 2019
    9
    Not a game for everyone but absolutely a must play if you like the gaming world beyond casual and repetitive games. I thought it was going to be boring just to realize somehow that the gameplay keeps me hooked till the end. Also amazing OST, graphics, art design and story.
    The enphasis this game makes on the field and terrain makes any game that you walk through feel obsolete in this matter.
  68. Ham-Sta
    Nov 16, 2019
    9
    I love this game, can't wait to get back out and see what is over the next hill!...I am one of the lucky ones who get what this game is trying to do. So lucky to be playing a game that tries and succeeds in giving us an original experience.
  69. CHEMELIN
    Dec 18, 2019
    9
    Un juego diferente a todo, si tenes paciencia y te animas a una nueva experiencia.
    Podes llegar a descubrir una gran obra.
    Gran parte de las notas negativas se deben al lento arranque del juego que termina de cansar a los jugadores con que no acostumbran a jugar juegos de este ritmo.
    Yo en mi caso particular lo disfrute mucho.
  70. Cap_Konnius
    Nov 19, 2019
    9
    [I am in the second area and spent around 25 hours total in the game so far]
    The asynchronous multiplayer does it for me, as it brings to the game something that has not yet been done ever before.
    For people who think this is just one big fetch quest, you could not be more wrong. Once you get over the sea, there is a much larger area which opens up for you. It really starts being    [I am in the second area and spent around 25 hours total in the game so far]
    The asynchronous multiplayer does it for me, as it brings to the game something that has not yet been done ever before.
    For people who think this is just one big fetch quest, you could not be more wrong.
    Once you get over the sea, there is a much larger area which opens up for you. It really starts being difficult to get around - BTs, terrorists everywhere, rough terrain, a lot of deep rivers with strong current. Basically, the world becomes your enemy, anywhere you go. Every step is a challenge that you need to plan ahead for and think about. Every second you need to be on your toes.
    It really took cooperation what needed to be dozens of players to find materials and build roads, safe houses, generators, etc. along the supply line. The feeling when we completed road going through the entire area was just priceless. What was a wasteland full of deadly traps became an area where you could drive your e-bike freely and safely.
    And that's what I guess does it for me. This unprecedented system of players cooperating together, finally, not to kill a bunch of enemies, but in a positive way, helping each other to stay alive and to make life easier. The sheer positivity of providing others means to scale mountains or cross rivers more easily, and the satisfaction of knowing how many people used the road that YOU built.
    That's where Kojima really nailed it IMO.    … Expand
  71. Metempsychosis
    Nov 16, 2019
    9
    Whine, whine whine whine, whine whine.
    Translation: it is not Metal Gear, the trailers fooled me.
    So, apparently, some people don't know that youtube reviews are a thing or have come from the eighties, when we bought games without really knowing. This game isn't divisive. The larger portion of players have US culture shoved up so far up their asses they don't recognize the smell of    Whine, whine whine whine, whine whine.
    Translation: it is not Metal Gear, the trailers fooled me.

    So, apparently, some people don't know that youtube reviews are a thing or have come from the eighties, when we bought games without really knowing.

    This game isn't divisive. The larger portion of players have US culture shoved up so far up their asses they don't recognize the smell of feces in it anymore. When something different appears they think it's bad because it doesn't conform to the typical narrative and gameplay style. If this game was made with their mindset, Sam would be building bridges and uniting people by killing and blowing up stuff.

    instead of the actual repetitive gameplay people accuse this game of, Kojima is telling a story that uses Sam's job as courier as a framing device, while preaching about union and interdependence. No wonder the game would be 'divisive'... People from the US have convinced themselves that they are too independent and modern isolationist culture doesn't help, where people changed interrelationship with social media. Ironic, considering the game's mechanics and constant use of holography. Probably intentional.

    Complaining that the game is repetitive is akin to complaining that all you do in any game is push buttons on a controller or saying that people keep shooting each other in FPS games. Curious how this BS only surfaces when people don't like the game. It's about practical problem-solving in relation to plotting routes and getting cargo where it needs to be, while facing threats and ensuring that stuff isn't delivered damaged.

    Story-wise, it is a Kojima-brand delight.

    The graphical quality is not the best, but it is enough with the style of games Kojima has always made. There is no room to complain, with well used effects and well crafted maps and locations.

    The soundtrack shines as bright as the story.

    The only real bad thing is the asinine criticism and the fact that it is an exclusive.    … Expand
  72. uVimOvil
    Nov 11, 2019
    9
    a mi me esta enamorando el juego, cada dia llego de trabajar pensando en jugarlo..... me pasa eso solo con grandes juegos como red dead, hollow knight, sekiro, ect...

    juego sin duda es una joyita unica, por desgracia no esta echa la miel para el hocico de el asno. (juegos = vida) (comunidad =cancer)
  73. Ungodly_Phantom
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    Всем доброго времени суток. Первое что хочется выделить в этой игре, это замечательный саундтрек, серьезно, он идеально подобран. Это игра не про дикий экшен с нонстоповой динамикой. Эта игра не пытается вечно держать тебя в напряжении. Как было уже показано во многих видео и рассказано во многих обзорах, эта игра про "связи". Так что игрок еще до покупки должен понимать что его ждет. Да,Всем доброго времени суток. Первое что хочется выделить в этой игре, это замечательный саундтрек, серьезно, он идеально подобран. Это игра не про дикий экшен с нонстоповой динамикой. Эта игра не пытается вечно держать тебя в напряжении. Как было уже показано во многих видео и рассказано во многих обзорах, эта игра про "связи". Так что игрок еще до покупки должен понимать что его ждет. Да, это не массовый продукт. Но это отлично сделанная игра, в которой лично я мог расслабиться, наблюдать за интересной историей, интересными персонажами. Я не могу рекомендовать эту игру всем. Но я однозначно могу сказать что все мои ожидания игра оправдала, и я получил то чего ждал. (Отдельно хочу выделить шикарное коллекционное издание, своих денег оно точно стоит)… Expand
  74. DiegoDietz
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    Death Stranding es un juego lento, complicado, distinto a todos, difícil de entender. Pero justamente esto es lo que hace que termine siendo uno de los mejores exclusivos de la generación: Se arriesgó a ser muy diferente a lo que muchos imaginaban y cuenta una historia que se cocina a fuego lento.
    Con el correr de las horas uno se va metiendo más y más en la piel de Sam (Norman Reedus),    Death Stranding es un juego lento, complicado, distinto a todos, difícil de entender. Pero justamente esto es lo que hace que termine siendo uno de los mejores exclusivos de la generación: Se arriesgó a ser muy diferente a lo que muchos imaginaban y cuenta una historia que se cocina a fuego lento.
    Con el correr de las horas uno se va metiendo más y más en la piel de Sam (Norman Reedus), su relación con BB y la necesidad urgente de re conectar América.
    Las últimas 10 horas son una verdadera obra maestra. Con varios giros maravillosos en la historia, al final todo termina cerrando de una manera increíble y sin la necesidad de dejar cabos sueltos.
    Mención aparte para la tremenda interpretación de varias de las estrellas que forman parte del cast, los gráficos y la banda sonora que nos acompaña en este mundo desolado.
    Recomiendo que, aunque cueste por momentos y es verdad que hay muchas misiones que sobran, no abandonen el juego. Va a terminar valiendo la pena cada hora que hayan jugado. Créanme.    … Expand
  75. Kiatzu
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    Starts kinda slow and gets quite repetetive very fast. The world looks great and the idea behind building the world with others players is unique. The longer the game goes, the more interesting it gets. The actors, the music and the story is awesome though and makes this game a masterpiece for me.
  76. dyinginbeauty
    Dec 8, 2019
    9
    Kojima here has managed to create a game in which the journey itself is meaningful, and you come to largely rely on asymetrical multiplayer components to progress your game.

    Yes, it is self indulgent and Kojima is most likely a bit of a pervert and misogynist - his depiction of women is overly objectifying and in parts degrading, but if you can bare/ignore this, then death stranding    Kojima here has managed to create a game in which the journey itself is meaningful, and you come to largely rely on asymetrical multiplayer components to progress your game.

    Yes, it is self indulgent and Kojima is most likely a bit of a pervert and misogynist - his depiction of women is overly objectifying and in parts degrading, but if you can bare/ignore this, then death stranding will serve you as a unique experience in terms of gameplay.

    thats all I can say after 25h in - I am hooked. Definitely not for everyone.    … Expand
  77. Err0rc0de
    Dec 27, 2019
    9
    Beautiful graphics, interesting story, relaxing gameplay. The game may be too boring for some. Stop giving the game a 0, just because it's not a COD game. The game industry needs more breath of fresh air.
  78. npkrol13
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    A truly unique game with epic exploration and an intriguing scifi story like you've never seen. The game is part epic movie part delivery/exploration. Also, there is plenty of opportunities for action sequences but the main point of the game is figuring out how to navigate the insane environment of Death Stranding.
  79. Aaargh
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    This game is addictive. Definitely not for everyone. It isn't an action game. It is more of a graphical novel with a complex storyline, mixed with resource mngt, tedious but rewarding 'walking' missions that are basic fetch quests to enhance your abilities and push the story forwards.
  80. Fetch11
    Dec 2, 2019
    9
    This game seems to be very divisive. But it is a refreshing breath of fresh air and totally uncompromising in its visual creativity and unusual world building. I’ve wanted for a long time a AAA game not based around violence, because most have involved similar scenarios and revolved around conflict.
  81. thodgson
    Dec 12, 2019
    9
    It's the kind of game that keeps you going to find answers which are all part of the plot. The adventure, building, and uniqueness are all hugely engrossing and satisfying. I'm a huge fan of simulation games, city builders, FPS, and open-world games. Death Stranding ticks every box and is purely satisfying on many levels. The one down-side is the replayability - I don't think there isIt's the kind of game that keeps you going to find answers which are all part of the plot. The adventure, building, and uniqueness are all hugely engrossing and satisfying. I'm a huge fan of simulation games, city builders, FPS, and open-world games. Death Stranding ticks every box and is purely satisfying on many levels. The one down-side is the replayability - I don't think there is much there.

    Overall, I loved this game very much and played it for two weeks straight every moment I got. It was just that good and would recommend to nearly anyone who is a solo gamer.    … Expand
  82. user24601
    Dec 15, 2019
    9
    This game is different, but refreshing.

    It goes beyond gameplay, but rather it's about experience and learning via interaction with the environment, NPC, and other users per se.

    It's definitely not for everyone, but if you are one who is not afraid to go outside of the bubble, you should give it a try.
  83. Siggaard
    Dec 13, 2019
    9
    These days with Playstation Plus and all the discounts and all... I have so many untouched games. It's also harder to truly invest time in the games, when you know you have like 10 AAA games waiting. Maybe the games has become less interesting and more generic... A 3D fighting game feels like the ones I played in the 90's and while the graphics has improved, many of the core principles ofThese days with Playstation Plus and all the discounts and all... I have so many untouched games. It's also harder to truly invest time in the games, when you know you have like 10 AAA games waiting. Maybe the games has become less interesting and more generic... A 3D fighting game feels like the ones I played in the 90's and while the graphics has improved, many of the core principles of the genres stay the same. It drives me towards the story driven games. But they tend to stretch the story across many DLC's and seasons...
    Back to the point... I haven't felt so emerged and drawn to a game, as I am to Death Stranding, for a long time. Im like 15-20 hours in... Probably only halfway, but I really like the trip. Seeing all the mixed reviews I started the game with a feeling that I might not like it. I felt an urge to put a positive review here. This will rank as my GoTY.    … Expand
  84. adepuydt
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    This game is a beaty , a play today nany hours an i love the story .
    The gameplay is perfect .
    Sam is a deliveri man an the action is pretty , a will play because everthing is new a want to know what the story is , and yes why buy you this game is not fast but you must thinking how . I give this game a 9 because is maybey the best game on ps4 second game is GOW and 3 is Horizon have you    This game is a beaty , a play today nany hours an i love the story .
    The gameplay is perfect .
    Sam is a deliveri man an the action is pretty , a will play because everthing is new a want to know what the story is , and yes why buy you this game is not fast but you must thinking how .
    I give this game a 9 because is maybey the best game on ps4 second game is GOW and 3 is Horizon have you a ps4 this games are the best . Great work , some guys here place bad but you know what death stranding was , my questen to the bad score guys why buy you this ?
    Look before buying and a'm happy because is bether than a thougt .    … Expand
  85. icap
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    My advice is don't read any reviews. Go on YouTube see the gameplay, if you like what you see buy it. If not then don't. Personally I believe everything new is worth a chance and this is a totally new approach to gaming and storytelling. It is a technical masterpiece. It is obviously the beginning of a new genre.
  86. leandromiranda
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Original game...very ver stand!!!!!!!!!.
  87. Paha39-41rus
    Apr 25, 2020
    9
    Игра не идеальна. Да и что такое идеал? Да, возможно то, когда все люди массово превозносят то или другое, когда почти нет сомневающихся. К таким играм из последних можно отнести The Witcher 3 и его дополнения. Но всегда найдется недовольный, в игре всегда есть баги и прочее. Но всё всегда относительно. Творение Хидео Кодзимы – это правда творение, нравится кому-то это или нет, понял смыслИгра не идеальна. Да и что такое идеал? Да, возможно то, когда все люди массово превозносят то или другое, когда почти нет сомневающихся. К таким играм из последних можно отнести The Witcher 3 и его дополнения. Но всегда найдется недовольный, в игре всегда есть баги и прочее. Но всё всегда относительно. Творение Хидео Кодзимы – это правда творение, нравится кому-то это или нет, понял смысл или нет, а может ему не понравилась просто графика. Но и графика в этой игре очень сильная, помогает создать шикарную атмосферу, а анимация в игре не хуже (мне кажется даже лучше чем у RDR2) многих других современных игр. Я рекомендую данную игру, но она не для всех.… Expand
  88. luckystrike_bh
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    I am absolutely enthralled by this game. I am sick of the twitch shooter and battle royals genre and thos game is the antidote. Make sure you get chapter 3 before scoring this game. Super excited to see how the strand system works out.
  89. NaiSchult
    Dec 15, 2019
    9
    I understand if the gameplay is not for everyone but it picks up pace after a few hours. I love the feeling of accomplishing each task and helping develop the world. I’m glad I played this one till the end. It was a beautiful ride!
  90. skiits8
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    Perhaps not for everyone, but one of the best gaming experienecs I've had in recent memory. THe game will leave you with a feeling, an atmosphere. Some of the systems are slow, but the music and world are so amazing. It's a unique experience which is lacking in a gaming industry where creativity and art is often lacking. I reccommend it if you're on the fence - like Nier: Automata - itPerhaps not for everyone, but one of the best gaming experienecs I've had in recent memory. THe game will leave you with a feeling, an atmosphere. Some of the systems are slow, but the music and world are so amazing. It's a unique experience which is lacking in a gaming industry where creativity and art is often lacking. I reccommend it if you're on the fence - like Nier: Automata - it pushes boundaries and doesn't really follow a genre. 4k with good headphones makes it truly incredible. The idea of positivity within this game is also refreshing and needed in 2019.… Expand
  91. El112119
    Nov 16, 2019
    9
    11 hrs. on the game, and i gotta say i am having fun traversing through the world to get to my destination, yes the game is mostly walking for the first 10 hrs of the game, it might not be for people that the story gets really really interesting as you progress, but the first 10 hrs might set people away cause of how slow burn the game is, but for me the first 10 hrs i had fun exploring11 hrs. on the game, and i gotta say i am having fun traversing through the world to get to my destination, yes the game is mostly walking for the first 10 hrs of the game, it might not be for people that the story gets really really interesting as you progress, but the first 10 hrs might set people away cause of how slow burn the game is, but for me the first 10 hrs i had fun exploring areas and relaxing to it's amazing Soundtrack being played in the background as you traverse, and the world and the graphics are amazing it sets the PS4 Graphical to the next level, Decima Engine really made the game look amazing and so is the Characters, the Story is interesting , I have never played a game and a unique experience like this since, The Annoying part on this game is the Balance Cargo Mechanics when walking, it just stresses me out balancing Sam to not fall over.....but overall i love this game to the core

    Thank You Kojima for making this one of the Unique games to be created    … Expand
  92. Mr_NobodyV
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Kojima has surely made a game that he really wanted to make for a long time, and it shows. DS is surely not a game for everyone, but it dosen't mean it has no place in the gaming world. Yes, it is a walking simulator, but a good one at that. Graphics are one of the best this year has to offer, actors played their part perfectly and the story is simple yet engaging. I am a fan of HideoKojima has surely made a game that he really wanted to make for a long time, and it shows. DS is surely not a game for everyone, but it dosen't mean it has no place in the gaming world. Yes, it is a walking simulator, but a good one at that. Graphics are one of the best this year has to offer, actors played their part perfectly and the story is simple yet engaging. I am a fan of Hideo Kojima, Norman Reedus and SiFI genre, because of that I wad pretty satisfied by the time credits rolled. There always will be another GTA or Call Of Duty, but the games like DS is far in between. In the end - I higly recommend for everyone to give it a try, it may look simple, but DS is far more than it makes you believe.… Expand
  93. Drigaz
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Es un juego increíble, no hay nada ni parecido, de desarrollo lento, si, pero que provoca una inmersión total desde el minuto 1.
  94. pendrat
    Feb 25, 2020
    9
    Wow what a ride! First game in a long time I actually played through. Funny, considering it had some clunky controls and mechanics. But the positives really outclassed the negatives. A weird and absurd story with over the top characters, an absolutely stunning world to explore and now that i think of it, I actually liked the walking simulator bits. At times the world felt empty, butWow what a ride! First game in a long time I actually played through. Funny, considering it had some clunky controls and mechanics. But the positives really outclassed the negatives. A weird and absurd story with over the top characters, an absolutely stunning world to explore and now that i think of it, I actually liked the walking simulator bits. At times the world felt empty, but somehow it didnt matter. Loved the game, can see why it could be disliked tho. Hideo ftw.… Expand
  95. GThirst
    Nov 30, 2019
    9
    Giving this game lower than a 5 is absolute nonsense. I could see this game not being someones preference due to the style of story telling or the game play loop, but there is a lot of really respectable elements here that are good no matter what your preferences are.

    Obviously with a ton of user reviews, many of the people have never played it before. Many have watched youtubers do    Giving this game lower than a 5 is absolute nonsense. I could see this game not being someones preference due to the style of story telling or the game play loop, but there is a lot of really respectable elements here that are good no matter what your preferences are.

    Obviously with a ton of user reviews, many of the people have never played it before. Many have watched youtubers do half baked reviews. Some read the IGN review, which hadn't even completed the game even though it was their job and responsibility to do so. A lot of mental conditioning for people definitely changed perceptions of the final product.

    As for how I feel, this game is a slow burn and a beautiful cumulative journey. It took about 10 hours or so for it to really start clicking for me. I challenge people who are on the fence with this game to Redbox the game or borrow it from a friend and at least get through Chapter 5. I also suggest they focus strongly on story missions ONLY to that point, unless they really get sucked in to the gameplay loop. The game slowly trickles exciting events and better gear, then all of a sudden really takes off.

    As the final credits rolled, I realized I had never experienced a game with such a sense of journey and adventure before. The parts that are difficult or a bit boring are completely intentional - they lead to much bigger highs later. From Chapter 9 onwards, I couldn't put the controller down and I pulled an all nighter to complete the story. I haven't done that for a game since... At least 10 years ago.

    The story has some camp, but it is packed with emotions and some well thought out philosophies. You can feel the Kojima brand humor and story bits throughout. You can tell that his personality is a deeply thoughtful and conflicted man, while also a goofy side who wants to have some fun. This isn't for everyone as the tonal shifts can be jarring, but to me it is perfect. This is easily his most complete story ever. Even Metal Gear Solid (PS1) gave a feeling of unresolved issues (intentionally), whereas this game gave no obvious hints towards a direct sequel. Yet I want more from this universe.

    If memorizing a bit of jargon and immersing yourself in a strange world isn't your thing, you'll be turned off. If you just want to turn on your console for 30 minutes and have a few rounds, this isn't your game. This game requires you to immerse yourself and empathize with the characters. You have to project a bit since saving Amelie is your goal - a big sister role that people have criticized. "Why do I care about her? I haven't interacted with her." Detractors will say, and I agree to an extent, but I think it goes without saying this person who helped raise you and look out for you (Sam), that Sam has a family love for, is someone worth saving. You don't have any connections with others at the start, but by the end you'll have made a lot of connections with a great support cast.

    Go in with an open mind and recognize this isn't an arena shooter, an MMO, a looter, or even a tactical espionage game. This is something completely different. A cohesive narrative intertwining with a gameplay loop that ties directly into its philosophy. It is an adventure and any real adventure has highs and lows.    … Expand
  96. AstroBoy
    Mar 15, 2022
    9
    You can love or hate Kojima but he is a genius. I was playing this game like crazy for over 200 hours. The story is quite exceptional and intriguing, the graphics quality is great and the game mechanics are great.
  97. boris_out
    Feb 16, 2020
    9
    Смешанность, пустота, ощущение долгой истории, радость и недоумение — те чувства, которые я испытал после прохождения Death Stranding. Игра ли это в привычном понимании слова? Нет, Хидео Кодзима сделал что-то совершенно новое, игровой опыт, который никогда не забудется и будет ветром проносишься в сравнениях с другими произведениями искусства.
    Это тот опыт, который заставит Вас последний    Смешанность, пустота, ощущение долгой истории, радость и недоумение — те чувства, которые я испытал после прохождения Death Stranding. Игра ли это в привычном понимании слова? Нет, Хидео Кодзима сделал что-то совершенно новое, игровой опыт, который никогда не забудется и будет ветром проносишься в сравнениях с другими произведениями искусства.
    Это тот опыт, который заставит Вас последний час игры сидеть с открытым ртом и удивляться всему, что происходит на экране.    … Expand
  98. odmirfilho
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    Um excelente jogo, que tem um enredo fabuloso e emocionante, que se conecta muito ao gameplay. O capitulo 2 e 5 poderiam ser um pouco menores, fora isso o jogo é perfeito.
  99. MrStef85
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Loving the game so far. Pro: story, graphics and world. Cons: how the menu works.
  100. sergargil
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    Give this game a chance. Playing It is completely different from watching a Stream.
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#33 Best PS4 Game of 2019
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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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