Death Stranding

 PlayStation 4
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7.4

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  1. Rebe1Heart
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    I enjoyed this game it’s not prefect but what game is? I think it has reinvented how games can be made and what can be achieved, probably the most beautiful game I’ve ever seen graphically and artistically, the story is very well written and is quite emotional towards the ending, The only negative thing is it can be a little repetitive as your going from point A to point B back and forthI enjoyed this game it’s not prefect but what game is? I think it has reinvented how games can be made and what can be achieved, probably the most beautiful game I’ve ever seen graphically and artistically, the story is very well written and is quite emotional towards the ending, The only negative thing is it can be a little repetitive as your going from point A to point B back and forth but that said most open world games have an element of repeating quests, The Beauty and story of the game make any shortcomings trivial and can be forgiven, this truly is like a piece of art, If your intellectual and appreciate stuff like this then you’ll get it if your a bit slow and ignorant then you won’t, this game isn’t for everyone, but it should be appreciated that a game like this has been made and exists as it sets the bar of things to come… Expand
  2. Ozzybananas
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    I love the game! I can tell soo much effort has been placed to make sure the experience is complete and ubique. It’s a different beast and I’m loving it!!
  3. Mcalche
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    A pure masterpiece in every sense of the word. Engaging start to finish. 10/10.
  4. Fairdiak
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    This is the most fun and innovative game in years, don’t trust these bots review bombing it, its not supposed to be like call of duty or fortnite, people who only enjoy those type of games, this is not for them! Looks like salty xbox players can’t stand the idea of another PS exclusive being GOTY
  5. akramovbehruz
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Гениально!!! Это ШЕДЕВР!!! - это если кратко. А так очень годный проект , залетает на ура. Графика - топ, музыка - топ, сюжет - топ (но надо немного подразобраться), геймплей тоже топ. Советую не дожидаться ПК релиза , это игра создана для ps , они дополняют друг друга.Гениально!!! Это ШЕДЕВР!!! - это если кратко. А так очень годный проект , залетает на ура. Графика - топ, музыка - топ, сюжет - топ (но надо немного подразобраться), геймплей тоже топ. Советую не дожидаться ПК релиза , это игра создана для ps , они дополняют друг друга.
  6. ShozzBott
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Didn't think I would like this, but if someone knows how to make transporting goods fun, it's Hideo Kojima. After the first 8 hours or so you'll immediately be thankful you stuck with it. Things open up and reward you for sticking through to the end. A must-have for fans of The Last of Us, Horizon Zero Dawn, or Metal Gear Solid.
  7. Genexus84
    Nov 15, 2019
    3
    Very monotonous.too many cutsences. boring gameplay.The music is good, and some view.but this game is too overhyped. the graphics are damn good but the world of death stranding is too emtpy. it's all about walking and delivering in a great world. If you want to watch a movie then this is a good choice.as I said the story is very good. for me it's a pure walking simulator with goodVery monotonous.too many cutsences. boring gameplay.The music is good, and some view.but this game is too overhyped. the graphics are damn good but the world of death stranding is too emtpy. it's all about walking and delivering in a great world. If you want to watch a movie then this is a good choice.as I said the story is very good. for me it's a pure walking simulator with good graphics. nothing more. There are much better games out there.the most overrated and overhyped game. It's full of cutscenes. the biggest disappointment this year.
    it's not a hate but the whole thing is just too overhyped.    … Expand
  8. rotolotto
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    I made it a point to save my review for when I finished the game. The first thing you need to know is that you will be aware within the first 2 hours whether or not this game is something you can appreciate or if you're uncomfortable with this format. Think scaling the colossi in Shadow of the Colossus but on the scale of the mundane- that level of control is in every step and you will notI made it a point to save my review for when I finished the game. The first thing you need to know is that you will be aware within the first 2 hours whether or not this game is something you can appreciate or if you're uncomfortable with this format. Think scaling the colossi in Shadow of the Colossus but on the scale of the mundane- that level of control is in every step and you will not be able to appreciate this game unless you are the one with the controller in your hands. Kojima has made something incredibly interesting and I'm on board for his unrestrained works if they maintain and/or improve this level of quality. Death Stranding is an engaging game that will make you feel the weight of Sam's pack as you struggle to cross the dangerous American wilds. The story isn't as complicated as something like Kingdom Hearts or the MGS franchise as a whole, but there's plenty of intrigue that is paired with the world building and lore in the social menus. Overall the game is dripping with that Kojima style and flair and it's obvious that he wanted to create something out of frustration that expresses the value of connection and helpfulness. The feeling of finding someone has left a bike for you out in the world or placed a climbing anchor in an area notorious for high-cargo deliveries is so overwhelmingly appreciative that you feel compelled to use the in game "Like" system to praise other players and to contribute in the same way to pay that forward. This game requires an investment to fully appreciate, but once you do you cannot help but be impressed. The visuals are gorgeous, the sound design is great and there are plenty of licensed tracks to use in your room as well as popping up in some areas as you hike around. The thing that keeps this game from being a ten is the combat. While there are some neat tools available to you as the player, for story reasons you will want to stick to non lethal means, and this limits things a bit. Otherwise Death Stranding is a game that I can recommend to anyone who wants to experience an interesting take on multiverses, life and death, and time travel elements with all of Kojima's known flair, provided you are willing to really engage with the game and realize that it is not Metal Gear 6.… Expand
  9. maximovich
    Nov 15, 2019
    1
    Summarizing my opinion about the game, I'd say it's not entertaining. The story takes elements from various sources too recognizable and mixes them in an improvised way, for this reason the story is not entertaining, which means that there is no motivation to progress in the game. About the gameplay, must be the poorest gameplay I have ever seen in any AAA game, the missions areSummarizing my opinion about the game, I'd say it's not entertaining. The story takes elements from various sources too recognizable and mixes them in an improvised way, for this reason the story is not entertaining, which means that there is no motivation to progress in the game. About the gameplay, must be the poorest gameplay I have ever seen in any AAA game, the missions are repetitive, that gray world full of rocks doesn't invite exploration.
    I would not recommend this game to anyone, I regret spending 60 dollars on this technical demo.    … Expand
  10. AzizQ8
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    ممتاز جداً ، ادمان غير طبيعي ، اصبحت مهووس بها
  11. NarmanHammer
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Absolutely beautiful and groundbreaking game. This game breaks all the norms, and does what no games have done before. Any reviews calling this a “walking” simulator did not get past chapter 2, because the game opens us rapidly after that point. This game is a once in a lifetime experience, and is something everyone should experience.
  12. Dalarmes
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    This game is incredible, fantastic, amazing game produce of Kojima.............................................
  13. KolesnikovGAME
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    Привет всем. Постараюсь написать самый объективный отзыв об игре. В игре много минусов и так же много плюсов. Каждый должен определить нравиться она ему или нет. Было бы проще это определить если бы были демо версии, без них сложно понять механики игры. Из плюсов можно отметить прекрасную музыку, которую нельзя слушать пока ты доставляешь заказы. Красивая графика, но очень пустынный мир.Привет всем. Постараюсь написать самый объективный отзыв об игре. В игре много минусов и так же много плюсов. Каждый должен определить нравиться она ему или нет. Было бы проще это определить если бы были демо версии, без них сложно понять механики игры. Из плюсов можно отметить прекрасную музыку, которую нельзя слушать пока ты доставляешь заказы. Красивая графика, но очень пустынный мир. Интересный сюжет, но он подается обрывками что сложно воспринимать растягивая прохождение на несколько дней по 3 - 4 часа . Минусы - это затянуться доставок. Убрать все ненужные доставки или заменить их доставками роботом, оставить только сюжетные миссии с экшоном, добавить миссии в аномальных зонах и базах сектантов (добыть у них груз, украсть транспорт). В целом игра не плохая дождитесь скидок и покупайте. Спасибо.
    подписывайтесь на мой канал ютюб Kolesnikov ► GAME    … Expand
  14. Lewdy_Senpai13
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    It's one of those games that you just can't trust a reviewer because their experience and your experience will be completely different. If you're into game that involves lots of walking traversing, micromanaging your equipment, games more story derivative then you will like this game. I would say for those of you who have a shorter attention span and love fps games, this is not the gameIt's one of those games that you just can't trust a reviewer because their experience and your experience will be completely different. If you're into game that involves lots of walking traversing, micromanaging your equipment, games more story derivative then you will like this game. I would say for those of you who have a shorter attention span and love fps games, this is not the game for you. This game is more of an RPG game where it's more story than actually killing or action. If you like metal gear solid stealth aspect of the game them you will like this too. Honestly I love this game and definitely one of Kojima's best games yet… Expand
  15. Hedrocs
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    Terrible game with the only gameplay part being fetch quests. And a simplistic story that is made hard to fallow through criptic unhuman dialogue! Compering this to truck simulator is an insult to the simulation games!
  16. RaytenCasseber
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    A incredible game.
    Simplesmente inovador, a experiência é rica e desafiadora. Possui uma mecânica única e há anos luz de seu tempo. Kojima traz de volta ao mundo dos games a humanidade que foi perdida com a saturação causada por tantos jogos genéricos.
  17. astrophel
    Nov 9, 2019
    6
    Jogo com muita cg, combate chato e repetitivo, caminhadas entediantes sem fast travel, o que ajuda o game e a parte gráfica dos personagens e dublagem, parte gráfica do ambiente também ficou devendo.
  18. Allbrans
    Nov 15, 2019
    2
    un juego poco interesante, aburrido, solo caminar y caminar, se centra en cinemáticas
  19. hudsonrab
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    This game is simply a walking simulator, you get 90% of the game just walking and nothing more, a bad game. well short of kojima.
  20. Gamer1999
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esto parece mas una película de Final Fantasy que un juego, el gameplay es colocarte todo lo que puedas cargar en el lomo de un punto A a un punto B lo cual lo hace algo repetitivo, todo se ve demasiado lineal, no es un rpg, no es un shooter , parece un walking simulator pero al final te deja la sensación de que termina siendo solo una pelicula.… Expand
  21. HachikoBaby
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    The game is addictive as moba’s or looter shooters but in its uniqueness.
    It’s charm worked on me, I cannot stop delivering and making the in game world more comprehendible for me, the fact that someone else using my enhancements of the worlds motivate me to build something cause other might use it and won’t go through the same hardcore climbing.
    The game quite often shows u how ur work    The game is addictive as moba’s or looter shooters but in its uniqueness.
    It’s charm worked on me, I cannot stop delivering and making the in game world more comprehendible for me, the fact that someone else using my enhancements of the worlds motivate me to build something cause other might use it and won’t go through the same hardcore climbing.
    The game quite often shows u how ur work helped other players.
    Even such a simple thing as going somewhere puts ur pass on the map for someone and if he goes by it the game will tell u. So it’s that aspect.
    The story is interesting no doubt it delivers chills, twists and questions .
    The gameplay might seem boring by the outsiders but for u it will keep u right on ur game pad all game long cause one little miss and it will punish u harder than any game beforehand.
    It’s the 10 cause after all I have never seen anything like that and I doubt anyone could have enough resources to make anything like that in the foreseeable future.    … Expand
  22. DulceLinux
    Nov 15, 2019
    4
    La música está hermosa y los gráficos e historia están muy bien, pero el movimiento de todo sobre el terreno, parece tan artificial, las cinemáticas están impresionantes pero con errores básicos de animación que para el presupuesto que tiene el juego es patético. Y la jugabilidad también es totalmente aburrida. Esperaba mucho más de Kojima, que triste que ya no sea capaz de siquieraLa música está hermosa y los gráficos e historia están muy bien, pero el movimiento de todo sobre el terreno, parece tan artificial, las cinemáticas están impresionantes pero con errores básicos de animación que para el presupuesto que tiene el juego es patético. Y la jugabilidad también es totalmente aburrida. Esperaba mucho más de Kojima, que triste que ya no sea capaz de siquiera acercarse a lo que era antes. :(… Expand
  23. itsmepaok
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    I sincerely cannot understand the amount of hate this game gets. I get it's not your typical game with constant shooting and killing random AI and have the typical "infiltrate this place and stealthily kill all these almost blind people". The game has these elements but in a limited amount and that ois what i love about this game. It's different. It's based on traveling and figuring outI sincerely cannot understand the amount of hate this game gets. I get it's not your typical game with constant shooting and killing random AI and have the typical "infiltrate this place and stealthily kill all these almost blind people". The game has these elements but in a limited amount and that ois what i love about this game. It's different. It's based on traveling and figuring out the path you need to take amd appreciating the world around you. I have played a lot of video games and i believe that all these people writing these bad reviews have too. So aren't you a little tired of the same shooting and killing and parkouring and all the other game play elements that wr see game after game after game? I know i am a bit, so playing this game was so refreshing for me I loved every minute of it. Trust me, you'll get to play your typical shooter games soon enough, just learn to appreciate something different, something new.… Expand
  24. FilthyActs88
    Nov 15, 2019
    3
    This is literally just a walking simulator, just watch a silent playthrough and you will have just as much fun (if not more because you don’t have to “play it”) as someone who actually played the game.
  25. Saladino19XX
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    person who definitely deserves most praise in this context is Kojima. DS is a masterpiece.
  26. DiogeneLaerzio
    Nov 15, 2019
    4
    Terrible videogame, good atmosphere, bland map design, glaringly appalling gameplay, interesting story (a bit too kitsch, but w/e), oscillating characters (the protagonist is terrible, he actually regresses as the story reaches his conclusion, I don't fully understand why Kojima thought that was a good idea).
  27. NathanChan
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    I just felt so bad for those reviewers who have to rush the game in order to give a quick review in time, but this game is not for quick beat, you must take your time not thinking about beat it in a couple of days like a COD campaign, just take your time to discover the little interesting details in the enormous world, I'd say there must be surprise for everyone who put a relaxing mood on it.
  28. 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.
  29. NeyXP
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Um jogo fantástico, foram 44 horas de descobertas, surpresas e tensão, sem dúvidas um dos melhores jogos que já joguei desde 1985, Kojima está de parabéns, pela genialidade.
    Esse é um dos jogos que só quem jogar saberá o quão ele foi bom.
  30. SomaKurusu
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    Gráficos exelente, Diseño artístico y banda Sonora de 10. Muy buena historia, jugabilidad algo repetitiva y físicas mejorables. Sin dudas es un gran juego que ha recibido odio injustificado por parte de la comunidad que ni siquiera lo ha tocado.
  31. Jadeboat
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Это гениально, но поймёт этот не каждый, обидно, что такая хлрошая игра имеет 63 былла из-за дебилов, которые поиграли 2 часа.
  32. Hepstall95
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Game design is top notch in this game gameplay isn’t boring once you start playing story is very good and the ending is worth it recommend to any gamer
  33. Abed1980
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Amazing game you just need to give it a chance. The game starts slow but once it kicks in and you learn its mechanics you'll be blown away.
  34. Kurokawa
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    I think that the game ia not for everyone, because its a paced game and you discover the story slowly as you play. The BTs are amazing enemies and give chills sometimes.
    The construction of the map is amazing, mainly when you até delivering goods or free roam.
    The pace is very good for the timing that the game delivers.
  35. EricRedfield
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Ótimo jogo, parabéns Hideo Kojima esse jogo é incrível. Uma história emocionante, Death Stranding é um jogo épico
  36. makjanger
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    People who gave it less than 5 is pretty much just echo chamer. Following the trend of people's impression without even giving it a second look. People who played the game confirms pretty much how much fun the game actually is.
  37. Desdemona
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Absolutely stunning, literally one of the best games I've ever played. From the lovely peaceful moments where it's just you and the world, the feeling of isolation that is absolutely beautiful, to the nail biting suspense of the more dangerous areas, it all feels unbelievably immersive. I agree that it's not a game for everyone, you shouldn't go in expecting a full packed action game. it'sAbsolutely stunning, literally one of the best games I've ever played. From the lovely peaceful moments where it's just you and the world, the feeling of isolation that is absolutely beautiful, to the nail biting suspense of the more dangerous areas, it all feels unbelievably immersive. I agree that it's not a game for everyone, you shouldn't go in expecting a full packed action game. it's an experience, a unique experience that no other game successfully delivered for me. The atmosphere gave me tears multiple times. The story is amazing and the acting is great. The progression in the game feels really rewarding as well, unlocking more and more cool and interesting items the further you progress. The only reason I gave it a 9/10 instead of a 10/10 is because a lot of outposts feel the same, there's not a lot of variation in it.
    I 100% recommend this game for anyone searching for an unforgettable gaming experience!    … Expand
  38. duzitall80
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Wow! What a journey. Wasn't for sure how I was going to like this one but it hit the ball out the park for me. The World is breathtaking with some of the best waterfalls I've ever seen in a game. There's a great sense of accomplishment as you figure the best routes to cross rivers and mountains that block your path and that keeps growing as you build roads and bridges as the game goes on.Wow! What a journey. Wasn't for sure how I was going to like this one but it hit the ball out the park for me. The World is breathtaking with some of the best waterfalls I've ever seen in a game. There's a great sense of accomplishment as you figure the best routes to cross rivers and mountains that block your path and that keeps growing as you build roads and bridges as the game goes on. It's definetly man verses wild type of ride. I took great satisfaction in finally reaching the pinnacle of a mountains peak to look back at the amazing world below knowing I could install a zip line to help me next time I cross. There's something to be said at a game that makes you breathe the world in and even put the controller down many times just to enjoy the view and the great music along the way. I never felt bored and thought the game is paced great with amazing cut scenes, new rides, guns, stuff to build, and other mechanics all throughout the journey to learn and master. It's a slow burn a lot like red dead was but damn what a journey through a beautiful world that I think we all will be talking about for years to come. Thanks to Kojima the crew and anyone who's helped me along my journey in this game for that I'm truly grateful and not alone.… Expand
  39. Blitzer1945
    Nov 9, 2019
    0
    En juegos de mundo abierto y no tan abiertos los principales pecados eran las misiones de recadero; tal como en Mad Max, Nier Autómata, God of War (un poco). Todos ya habíamos señalado que ir de un punto a otro solo para entregar o recojer era aburrido, o lo catalogabamos de MISIONES DE RELLENO...y siempre resaltadas como los puntos más negativos en cualquier juego..QUE SORPRESA...EstamosEn juegos de mundo abierto y no tan abiertos los principales pecados eran las misiones de recadero; tal como en Mad Max, Nier Autómata, God of War (un poco). Todos ya habíamos señalado que ir de un punto a otro solo para entregar o recojer era aburrido, o lo catalogabamos de MISIONES DE RELLENO...y siempre resaltadas como los puntos más negativos en cualquier juego..QUE SORPRESA...Estamos en el 2019 y con DEATH STRANDING Hideo Kojima games nos quiere vender un juego con las características principales de ser repartidores y llevar paquetes en un mundo TOTALMENTE VACÍO...en un concepto bastante raro y confuso...no pueden imaginar lo difícil que fue estar jugando horas y horas llevando y trayendo paquetes. es imposible que te maten y los retos son poco satisfactorios...los personajes tienen poco carisma y son poco memorables...este juego te cansa y no te invita a seguir jugandolo luego de dos horas...¿Ese es el reto quizas? ¿A ver quien soporta mas tiempo jugando? Si ese es el reto o innovación príncipal KOJIMA lo ha logrado...pero si lo ha vendido como un juego de accion entonces tenemos un gran problema...Juego olvidable pero con buena exploración para ver si las MEJORES EMPRESAS DE VIDEOJUEGOS PUEDEN TOMAR ALGO DE DEATH STRANDING para pulirlo y aterrizarlo de mejor manera que este videojuego. Comprenlo cuando valga 10 dolares.… Expand
  40. ArlonBR24
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Uma obra prima, um dos jogos mais diferentes e mais imersivo que eu já joguei
  41. Yrors
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    After playing Death Stranding extensively, it is clear to me that Kojima originally set out to create a unique experience unlike his previous works, one that challenges the current state of AAA game development. He has succeeded in this regard, albeit at the cost of disappointing a large portion of his loyal fans and those looking for a more 'action-driven' experience. On the surfaceAfter playing Death Stranding extensively, it is clear to me that Kojima originally set out to create a unique experience unlike his previous works, one that challenges the current state of AAA game development. He has succeeded in this regard, albeit at the cost of disappointing a large portion of his loyal fans and those looking for a more 'action-driven' experience. On the surface level, calling Death Stranding a 'walking simulator' is not too far from the truth with the primary mechanic of the game being on-foot traversal, however, the true enjoyment of Death Stranding is found in the game's encouragement of players to utilize skills often unseen in many AAA games, most notably character management, problem-solving and adaptation. This makes Death Stranding more akin to the design of many indie games, where more niche genres such as strategy and simulations thrive under a lower quality expectation. Death Stranding simply captures these niche elements and seeks to elevate them with a AAA budget and a talented studio, as seen by some of the game's more polished elements such as its breathtaking visuals, intriguing audio design and high budget cast. This game is definitely not for everyone, but ultimately succeeds in capturing Kojima's vision of challenging the norms of video game development and creating a fresh experience in an over-saturated market.… Expand
  42. Nasal90
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Perfect story, great gameplay, something refreshing, but slow pace and you MUST play online.
  43. callmeabotgirl
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Great unusual game with so interesting story.
    I like how meditating it is.
    Views, music, characters and game mechanics are just adorable.
    Thanks to Universe for Kojima.
  44. zecik
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Through all the hate and 0 rates I will give 10, but game honestly is like 8+, there's shooting, and combat mechanics, but most negative comment is like - there is only walking, like they play for one hour and naaah this is stupid, im stupid, stupid is the game, ill give 0 xD Game is great, but people dont get it, they are ignorants
  45. Derpina
    Nov 15, 2019
    4
    Good things
    Nice phisics
    Good music theme
    Excelent history

    Bad things
    Boring game u just walk from one point to another, that's it. And of course, hours and hours of cutscenes
    Expensive
  46. SimonThSorcerer
    Nov 15, 2019
    2
    THUMBS DOWN AS A GAME! Thumbs up as a movie! (I have played it myself and I have watched 16 hours of let's plays on Yotube and the 9 hour long movie version, also on Youtube.) Most of the actual gameplay is REALLY boring, except the few tense boss fights and the rare action sequences. But the story, weirdness and cutscenes really make up for it. I wouldn't buy it for the astronomical priceTHUMBS DOWN AS A GAME! Thumbs up as a movie! (I have played it myself and I have watched 16 hours of let's plays on Yotube and the 9 hour long movie version, also on Youtube.) Most of the actual gameplay is REALLY boring, except the few tense boss fights and the rare action sequences. But the story, weirdness and cutscenes really make up for it. I wouldn't buy it for the astronomical price it is sold currently, but maybe on a 80% Steam Summer sale when it comes out on PC next year, but most probably not at all. I can already see the many-many disappointed buyers....

    Just watch a Youtube let's play or Youtube Movie version of it. In fact, I find watching someone else play the game is better than playing it myself, hence the 2 out of 10. Just type in on Youtube "Death Stranding movie" and get ready for a better more enjoyable movie experience that the game itself, and it's free. Why would you buy it then? It gets a thumbs up as a movie, but thumbs way down asa game. Kojima you should focus on making animated movies and series instead of games, because you are better at it.    … Expand
  47. Hideki914
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    In game you do just one thing , you will out in a place to finish in other place
  48. Derrik4999
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    AMAZING graphics, AMAZING sound design, Pretty good story, VERY cool enemies

    The WORST gameplay of any game this decade, no joke. I have seen Indie titles developed in 24 hours that were more fun to play than this, and this alone ruins it all. If you are considering buying it, don't. Watch a playthrough on YouTube instead, it's just a walking simulator anyway.
  49. Robgilb91
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    50 hours in and this is the best game of 2019 easily. Something new and different. Take a break from same old battle royal and fps come reconnect with kojima.
  50. SSJ_VII
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    One of the best game i ever played the story mode the gameplay the soundtrack everything is beautiful it’s a masterpiece
  51. TZT
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    The game is awesome.
    Gameplay 6/10.
    Story 10/10.
    Music 10/10.
    Graphics 8/10
  52. SkyWatcher
    Nov 15, 2019
    6
    Death stranding is a unique and different game and not for everyone, the story in this game is above average, but in my opinion the first episode is amazing and the last episode is amazing as well but the rest is really boring, and this game is just a delivery simulator and I spend 26 hours just delivering stuff from A to B and I skipped all of the standard deliveries. And the mostDeath stranding is a unique and different game and not for everyone, the story in this game is above average, but in my opinion the first episode is amazing and the last episode is amazing as well but the rest is really boring, and this game is just a delivery simulator and I spend 26 hours just delivering stuff from A to B and I skipped all of the standard deliveries. And the most annoying thing about Delivering are the BT's they are so annoying it's already hard enough to walk over mountains and walk in snow that slows you even more but than these BTs, in the beginning the Bts are super cool but when you encounter them evry time when you do a delivery and maybe 3 times in one delivery and by the end of the game you will hate them… Expand
  53. Ihnspyre
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    It's funny that a game intended to bring gamers together (the whole Strand concept from the awesome Kojima) actually ended up dividing them so much and bringing out the hate hoard. The game has divided critics and gamers alike but the most important aspect is that there IS NO GAME like it. It's unique, with all the good and bad elements that comes with being unique. I've spent around 55It's funny that a game intended to bring gamers together (the whole Strand concept from the awesome Kojima) actually ended up dividing them so much and bringing out the hate hoard. The game has divided critics and gamers alike but the most important aspect is that there IS NO GAME like it. It's unique, with all the good and bad elements that comes with being unique. I've spent around 55 hours with this game and absolutely loved it, even though I had some reservations before playing.

    GAMEPLAY: the main aspect of the game is making a planned delivery from point A to B. You need planning ahead of your journey (resource management, cargo distribution on yourself for balance and ease of traversing, terrain study so that you can be prepared with climbing anchors or ladders or vehicles), you can study the weather to find out where you will be met with timefall and probably BTs (you can scan the map and you get information about areas with rain and information about the direction of the wind to try and predict where the rain is heading to), you can choose a vehicle if the terrain permits the use of one (either a bike for hard terrain, a truck for less difficult terrain and if you have a huge cargo, a floating carrier that connects itself to you if you want to go stealthy and on foot), you can choose which and how many weapons to take (you have pistols, rifles, shotguns, bola gun for stealth approach, grenade launchers, grenades, stun grenades, smoke grenades and each of them has different types of ammo for different situations, some of them are non-lethal for human enemies in order to prevent the creation of new BTs, others have hematic rounds made with Sam's blood in order to damage the BTs and the BT bosses). On your way from point A to B you might need to improvise, you need to traverse diffcult terrain, you need to use stealth to dodge human enemies or BTs, you might need to fight humans or BTs and BT bosses (fantastic design with Lovecraftian influences), you can build different constructions that can help you or other players traverse (bridges, energy generators, safe houses, zip lines)

    STORY : one of the most unique universes and lore I've seen in a while, with Lovecraftian influences, lots of twists, fantastic actors, awesome soundtrack and story moments

    The gameplay aspect is unique and does not revolve around classic mechanics and people unfortunately like to play games with classic gameplay. Most hate that you have to walk a lot, which is true and they have the right to hate that gameplay aspect, but review bombing this game with a 0 just because the game is not for them is simply put stupid. It's like blaming a game like Journey for not having combat, or blaming Borderlands 3 for having a lot of guns and rpg statistics to study. Death Stranding is a niche game, reviews have been released a week before the official game release, gameplay demos presented everything that you can do in game, this is the game and it's fantastic IF you like this gameplay style and story. Hating on a game just because it's not what you hoped is childish but it's fine either way. Financially the game will perform well and the kids thinking it's alright to rate a 0 for this game could easily go play something else with more instant gratification (maybe Uncharted 4) or other easier to grasp games so that they won't be forced to think too much.

    This is the best AAA game I've played since Witcher 3 and one of my favourite games all time (27 years of gaming), top 15, up there with Planescape Torment and Disco Elysium and Witcher 3 and Morrowind and Deus Ex and Dark Souls/Bloodborne/Sekiro and Nier Automata and The Last of Us and a few others. This game deserves a spot up there with the big ones.    … Expand
  54. FumblerX
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    So beautiful game, I really enjoy playing this product of Kojima Production, this game isn’t for everyone, some people want action and gameplay with shooting, killing, so they want movement in games. Death stranding is about moving, but not in our usual understanding. Maybe this game relate to elitist culture, for certain group of people. Not everyone likes this game, but for Kojima’s fansSo beautiful game, I really enjoy playing this product of Kojima Production, this game isn’t for everyone, some people want action and gameplay with shooting, killing, so they want movement in games. Death stranding is about moving, but not in our usual understanding. Maybe this game relate to elitist culture, for certain group of people. Not everyone likes this game, but for Kojima’s fans and fans of MGS this product will become something more than the simple routine delivery.… Expand
  55. Gazzoose
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    I havr played about 3/4 of the story and absolutely loved it, the aesthetic, atmosphere, and story are all excellent. It leaves me asking enough questions to want to continue playing and is exactly what I expected from Kojima. The graphics are excellent and the gameplay is fair, my only complaint is the repetitive cutscenes that play every time you enter a specific type of combat/sneaking section.
  56. Gymly
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Magnificent masterpiece. After 52hours in game I love it, its not for everyone but it really dont deserve 0 ratings at all
  57. YoBenson
    Nov 11, 2019
    0
    it's very boring I don't want to watch a movie I want to play.. a video game is a simulator of walking and repetitions from point a to point b and repeats and repeats to infinity.. UBER SIMULATOR
  58. kuiriz
    Nov 11, 2019
    2
    6 horas jugando, la verdad no me siento complacido lo acabaré tal vez y lo revenderé a la brevedad
  59. Fhorsel17
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Con casi 20 horas puedo afirmar que sin dudas del goty del año. Algo completamente diferente en esta industria que siempre va hacia lo seguro
  60. NationalDex
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    Kojima and Sony owe us an exclusive, this was suppose to be exclusive, IT WAS FUNDED AND PUBLISHED BY SONY TOO
  61. Hura-Sama
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Amazing, anyone with half of a brain will love what Kojima tried to do here, the haters giving low rates are just that, haters, people who have brains that only allow them to play Fortnite! =/
  62. GameplayDoEdi
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo excelente, que prende bastante aqueles que gostam de uma vasta exploração com gráficos impecáveis, sonoplastia sem igual e gameplay sólida. Pode ficar um tanto quanto repetitiva, mas agradou por se mostrar diferente em sua proposta. Parabéns, Kojima. Continue assim: criando e inovando. Só espero que da próxima vez deixe claro para esses mal agradecidos do que seu jogo se trata. Quem já conhece o diretor, sabe que seus jogos fogem da curva do MainStream e isso não agrada a todos.… Expand
  63. brunagd
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Kojima is a genius!Epic game with amazing story, graphics, soundtrack, gameplay.
  64. edutomazzoni
    Nov 15, 2019
    3
    Simply a interesting but boring game at the same time. It seams incomplete...
  65. Dssucks
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a waste of $60 this was. All you do is walk around and deliever packages in a empty open world and watch long cutscenes its boring as hell. Please dont waste your money on this garbage. You will regret it if you do.… Expand
  66. Mis_dos_pelotas
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    Es un buen juego, pero tiene errores que lo dejan lejos de ser una obra maestra. Entre ellos, la conducción de vehículos, muy mejorable. Es. Especial, la de las motos.
    El combate cuerpo a cuerpo, es demasiado simple, y el gunplay tambien. Por lo demás, me parece muy buen juego, y para nada es aburrido.
    Me voy por el capítulo 6. No hagáis caso a los dieces ni a los ceros. Solo son spam de    Es un buen juego, pero tiene errores que lo dejan lejos de ser una obra maestra. Entre ellos, la conducción de vehículos, muy mejorable. Es. Especial, la de las motos.
    El combate cuerpo a cuerpo, es demasiado simple, y el gunplay tambien. Por lo demás, me parece muy buen juego, y para nada es aburrido.
    Me voy por el capítulo 6.
    No hagáis caso a los dieces ni a los ceros.
    Solo son spam de fantásticos y escocidos de mierda    … Expand
  67. kentuxo
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    JOGO LIXO

    comprei esperando um GRANDE game, a única coisa grande foi a minha deceção, no jogo você faz intregs e ve cg, e só isso
  68. Belanna84
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is one of the best games I've ever played with and it's a real shame to see such a low grade. The first two chapters are slow but they are meant to be so! It's the beginning of the journey and you are meant to endure hardships if you have little to none connections with others to help you. Keep playing and you see a majestic story starting to unfold. The characters are well developed and, in my opinion, Sam really resonates with the player. The graphic is incredible and the enemies are really creepy. Are the fights hard? No. And with good reason. Because they aren't the point of the game. The point is not the fighting, it is the quests to connect all the stations. The realization that when pooling all your resources together with other player you build roads that help everybody. Please give this game a fair chance. It's very different so it takes a moment longer to deeply understand its message.… Expand
  69. alijarchiie
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    The best game ever from the master everything is great the visual the music the story the graphic kojima is the best director in the world
  70. cruzathor89
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Una auténtica oda a la creatividad y mediante un género arriesgado, una auténtica clase de nuevas mecánicas que harán marcarán las bases del futuro de los videojuegos.

    Banda sonora impecable, juego adictivo, historia totalmente original. 10/10
  71. biggpapi87
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A fantastic, beautiful experience.

    So many brain dead 0 star reviews from a bunch of children that cant get their head around a game where you're not constantly shooting.

    The core gameplay loop is super fun and unique and the story is fantastic.

    If you only wanna have the same gaming experiences every single time then avoid this game, if you brain is capable of enjoying new things give it a try as its a totally unique experience in gaming.    … Expand
  72. Omnom1113
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    The game is great. The gameplay is well balanced, never in my 70 hours playing i got bored by this "walking simulator", the maps are designed so you encounter some mules,terrorists,BTs.
    The story is really really good.
    now comes the fun part, the mole people who reviewed it after playing it for 1-2 hours (or never even playing it) and i know u couldnt even get passed episode 3 because    The game is great. The gameplay is well balanced, never in my 70 hours playing i got bored by this "walking simulator", the maps are designed so you encounter some mules,terrorists,BTs.
    The story is really really good.
    now comes the fun part, the mole people who reviewed it after playing it for 1-2 hours (or never even playing it) and i know u couldnt even get passed episode 3 because the only thing you talk about is the WALKING. On day 1 people already gave it a 0/10, how the hell did you complete a 60 hour game in a day? oh yea you didnt, then why you reviewed a game after playing it for less then an hour? because you have the attention span of a 6 yr old and need constant action or the game is trash,    … Expand
  73. Naconc
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Just can’t stop playing!!! I was wondering if I should buy this game because lots of reviews different, but Once I play it myself, I found it’s a great game!
  74. s1av0
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    The story is interesting and engaging, the gameplay is fun and relaxing . Kojima is one of the best video game content producers. I enjoyed it very much.
  75. metapau
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    I'm just gonna cut to the chase here. This triple A indie piece can be tough to crack or describe, since there's literally not very much anything out there to be compared with. And it shouldn't be judged by simply watching gameplays or some pieces of the story. You MUST experience it throughout by yourself in a natural phase to get it. This is literally worth all 10 because it's addictive,I'm just gonna cut to the chase here. This triple A indie piece can be tough to crack or describe, since there's literally not very much anything out there to be compared with. And it shouldn't be judged by simply watching gameplays or some pieces of the story. You MUST experience it throughout by yourself in a natural phase to get it. This is literally worth all 10 because it's addictive, original, emotional and unconventional, even though you'll find all the game mechanics somewhat familiar and engaging, all at the same time. This is Art, folks. No micro transactions, no dumb DLC and no bs. Just pure awesomeness. And literally, after years and years of playing games, I sincerely can say, I'm truly lucky I got to play this Hideo Kojima's masterpiece. I feel really sorry for all the kids who played it and didn't get it. The intelectual, artistic, social aspects of it. It's rated M (Mature) for a reason.Daring to compare Ubisoft or EA trash to Kojima's DS would be simply ignorant in the first place. It's an experience like no other. And originality surpasses such as Rockstar Games productions way far and beyond.… Expand
  76. Mv85rasdlkjf
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This spills a lot of emotion into me more than I can receive.
    You shouldn't be afraid of death.
    You shouldn't be afraid of losing things. Because you are not lost connections between you and others.
    You shouldn't be afraid of death. Because death is just touching the other side.

    And here, we don't need guns. Don't beat people with bats.
    I saw ending and this is the best game.    … Expand
  77. jokercomrade
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    Игра действительно поражает и удивляет кучей новых механик, не похожа на все стандартные жанры которые были до этого, сетевая комуникация со стороны кажется странной, но ощущается это потрясающе, это в природе людей обьеденятся ради одной общей большой цели! Этот посыл отлично вплетается в потрясающий научнофанастический сюжет, явно вдохновленный произведением Стругацких "пикник наИгра действительно поражает и удивляет кучей новых механик, не похожа на все стандартные жанры которые были до этого, сетевая комуникация со стороны кажется странной, но ощущается это потрясающе, это в природе людей обьеденятся ради одной общей большой цели! Этот посыл отлично вплетается в потрясающий научнофанастический сюжет, явно вдохновленный произведением Стругацких "пикник на обочине"… Expand
  78. Bob1984
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Ignore the haters this is a one of a kind game, am only 10 hours in and u can see and feel the quality. Only giving a 9 because I don’t kno how the rest of the game will be, but I expect I will be changing my 9 to a 10 once I have finished it.. Any1 debating buying this should do cos it is a unique experience.
  79. TheRealGamer133
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    An amazing game! I couldn’t bother to write a review, but seeing all these 0s from dull haters which didn’t even touched a game is just unfair. You have to play it to really feel that magic of travelling around huge and beautiful world with just you and your cargo. It’s awesome meditating experience, and everyone should at least give it a try!
  80. Igorchagas
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    congratulations on the innovation, a game that tried something new to get out of its usual sameness. I always bet on differentiated content.
  81. Zivojin
    Nov 8, 2019
    8
    The only good thing i can say about this game is that the graphics look good but too bad for kojima graphics dosen't make a good game the gameplay is lack luster bad and the over all gameplay is realy boring and very repeteriev... i don't get the 100 and 95 reviews this game gets reading them this game shouls have got a 75 at leastvfrom them and not a 100

    I've played the game now for 25h    The only good thing i can say about this game is that the graphics look good but too bad for kojima graphics dosen't make a good game the gameplay is lack luster bad and the over all gameplay is realy boring and very repeteriev... i don't get the 100 and 95 reviews this game gets reading them this game shouls have got a 75 at leastvfrom them and not a 100

    I've played the game now for 25h the story is very good and intresting that is why i up my rateing from 5 to a 7.    … Expand
  82. ShoTz1506
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    So everyone has been talking bout Death Stranding lately and i gotta say, the game is of course not for everyone, but thats what makes it special by itself, get your popcorn a soda and get comfortable cause this is going to be like a little bit long article.

    First of all the game is so damn amazing, i consider my third fav videogame of this gem. Ok so my arguments of why im saying that.    So everyone has been talking bout Death Stranding lately and i gotta say, the game is of course not for everyone, but thats what makes it special by itself, get your popcorn a soda and get comfortable cause this is going to be like a little bit long article.

    First of all the game is so damn amazing, i consider my third fav videogame of this gem. Ok so my arguments of why im saying that. The gameplay its unique by its own terms, other Walking simulators are just that, walking an watching and see an story that you may like or not. But Kojima and his whole team took that "Walking" concept and made it evolve in a way that no one could even imagine it, maintining the balance of the character with the triggers is something that maybe no one would ever think about, the weight of what youre carrying all your way to the delivery point affects on this. All the amount of details make funny something that looks boring, dont know how, de but it does it. Now, there are fire weapons on the game and i gotta say this fire system is bad design that it feels satisfactory to kill a mule or a BT, but it feels clunky, and the same with the driving system, holy moly i can only remember a game with so bad driving like GTAIV or Watchdogs (yeah, it feels that bad). But even with those mistakes i kinda love it.

    Now, is the story good? Hell yeah i like it so far, im already halfway through the game and i gotta say it, i hate MGS cause its so confusing like KH (im not even a Kojima fan tho). But Death Stranding's storytelling its so memorable for its character and its own way to tell the story that you may be remembering the adventure for so long. BB is the most cuttest thing ive seen this generation, i really love how the game builds this relationship between Sam, BB, The Player, and the other side characters, and obviously, the villain.

    Graphically talking the game was a **** surprise to me, i was expecting good graphics but not like this. My God the art an the designs, every stetic part of the game if beatifully directed that it makes you feel like the protagonist.

    Well that was my opinion about the last Kojima Game, im loving it so far. Srry if my english is not so good, and thanks for reading:3    … Expand
  83. XTPK
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    i try it and it was new way to gameplay style The game was open world and have a good graphics and high game play value
  84. Der_Haifisch
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Extremely satisfaying, addictive, incredible story, incredible artistic direction.
  85. DonPelayo
    Nov 15, 2019
    2
    Extensas cinemáticas, se supone que esto sea un videojuego no una película.
    Las mecánicas son un desastre, realmente el feto no es necesario, y tampoco el fabricar puentes, ya que otras personas ya lo hacen por mi.
    El caminar de un lado a otro probablemente no sea lo más aburrido, sino mas bien los soporíferos combates.
    -A Hideo Kojima Review
  86. BigBoss_NGNM
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Tranquil, with enough tension to keep you going. Amazing voice acting, great cinematics and beautiful landscapes. A must for any narrative driven AAA gamer.
  87. Dykren
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Death Stranding will not be for everybody. It seems meticulously engineered for a pretty specific kind of nerd. My wife, for example, loves this game, and when she loves a game, she dumps hundreds of hours into it. Me? I merely like this game, and probably wouldn’t invest a bunch of time into it were it not for work. Of course, there will be people who won’t like the game at all; it willDeath Stranding will not be for everybody. It seems meticulously engineered for a pretty specific kind of nerd. My wife, for example, loves this game, and when she loves a game, she dumps hundreds of hours into it. Me? I merely like this game, and probably wouldn’t invest a bunch of time into it were it not for work. Of course, there will be people who won’t like the game at all; it will feel like a chore to them. Fortunately, it doesn’t take long to determine whether or not Death Stranding is a game for you. I recommend experiencing it in some way, though, be it through a stream or a borrowed copy, because I think it will be talked about for years to come.… Expand
  88. JacenAlf
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    This game is a totally unique experience, it starts with a bang but then slows down for the first few hours but as you get further into it the better it gets. The likes system is brilliant and quite addictive, it’s also great how the community comes together.
  89. Gandul--
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Es una maravilla, no puedo parar de jugar, por favor darle la oportunidad y los 0 y malas notas no las entiendo la verdad por qué es muy buen juego.mecánicas, gemplay,historia,gráficos brutales vamos probarlo
  90. Shin_krsk
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    I don’t understand what makes this game special, but I can’t stop playing it. Everything is pretty primitive but very interesting. probably Kojima is really a genius
  91. Lector
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    Очень красивая игра. Но не для каждого. После работы расслабиться на часок другой идеально.
  92. Ars_Solum_Ath
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    So, after beating the game I'm with mixed feelings and a hard punched stomach. No, it's the first time that I play a Kojima"s game, never played metal gear etc..
    *The things i didn't like that much:
    Although it's genre is an action general game, i'd say it has more of survival and stealth factors than actual action ones.. I had a lot of frustrating times when I was almost at the    So, after beating the game I'm with mixed feelings and a hard punched stomach. No, it's the first time that I play a Kojima"s game, never played metal gear etc..
    *The things i didn't like that much:
    Although it's genre is an action general game, i'd say it has more of survival and stealth factors than actual action ones.. I had a lot of frustrating times when I was almost at the delivering point and lost just because my items got damaged from the rain or the rocky terrain, or got caught by the BT's because i didn't have that much of weapons to take them down...(Just not so rare ammo, which come together with the weapons themselves)
    The menu... Oh that was REALLY challenging to deal with.. the inventory, the way you take the the orders and you equip sam.. Yeah, a little better work on that section could give a much easier "getting familiar" with the menus of the game.
    The world... Yeah i know, it's the main theme of the game, the character's isolated profile, the fractured world, but still, from time to time it felt very repetitive having to do it over and over again in order to go to the next mission made me feel bored. As for the overall appearance and esthetics, the world of HZD (they both have been made with Decima engine) was more... alive, i ment to a day- night cycle, landscapes etc..
    Last but not least, (personal opinion) just because I'm a fan of action RPGs, I'd love it to be a little more... well action!
    *Now for the things I liked and loved:
    The game is without a doubt something new. In every way. That is very good to the alternative gamers who want to experiment with new ideas.
    I don't think i have seen better graphics (by that i mean mostly the characters models and moves) in another game, and for that it stole my heart.
    But there is more!
    The SCENARIO... It really was a masterpiece, dramatic, futuristic, with great monologues (mosty at the end of the game, don't worry *NO SPOILERS*) Left me with a bittersweet taste and had me thinking a lot! The only feeling that i'll say is that it was... "jaw dropping".

    In conclusion, I'd say this is a game for open minds and strong guts. Had such a good time and of course I'll play it again!

    So, join me to reconnect the world, tomorrow is in own hands:)

    Ars_Solum_Ath    … Expand
  93. TheLaw25_
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    Haven't finished the game yet but I'm enjoying so far. I understand that this game is not for everyone but I feel like most of the negative reviews are people who give negative reviews for the sake of negative reviews.

    I can't wait to finish the game & I hope there will be a sequel!
  94. somanymatts
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    There is a lot of "drama" in the media over reviews for this game, and it's honestly weird. This game is amazing... yes, the gameplay is just making deliveries, in the future, where there has been some catastrophic event and society is on the brink of full collapse, and supernatural stuff is going down and you must make move around a vast terrain, sometimes stealthily, to avoid theThere is a lot of "drama" in the media over reviews for this game, and it's honestly weird. This game is amazing... yes, the gameplay is just making deliveries, in the future, where there has been some catastrophic event and society is on the brink of full collapse, and supernatural stuff is going down and you must make move around a vast terrain, sometimes stealthily, to avoid the supernatural stuff and other general scum lurking around just looking to rob you of your cargo. Turns out to be fun gameplay, and no, this is not a murder simulator, so if you have to be shooting someone to have fun, then this is not your game...

    Honestly, if you are looking for a sweet game to play over the Holidays, alone or with friends, and you really want to kill time, this is 100% the thing you want. Even if you screw up the stealth parts of the game, it turns into a trippier plat-former that will blow you and your friend's minds. Reviewers are just leaning into this being a non-game because, I think, they know most their subscribers or readers won't play the game given it is not a killing game, so they are just creating content to appease any FOMO these people who need murder simulation in their games to have fun. The thing is, EVERYBODY WHO DOES NOT PLAY THIS GAME WILL BE MISSING OUT.

    On top of the gameplay is a 10+ hour movie inserted via the now infamous cut scenes that should be common place in today's video game market, but somehow you risk getting "review bombed" if you do this is a game (wtf?)

    I'm only giving this a 9/10 and not a 10/10 because I don't understand why I can not rotate the topography map to see the terrain and lock in a rotated map so I can plot my courses better. I still assume I am missing something because it feels dumb to just let us kinda make way points by hitting the big touchscreen button, rotating the controller while setting a marker, but I feel so stupid and incompetent trying to make way points like that. Still, just running where it seems I can run works out for me, but the setting of way points doesn't feel "finished", just kinda abandoned or implemented under false premises about what they think players should be allowed to do... i don't know, but no reviewer online has touched on the way point system other than hype up the topography feature which I can't seem to use how one would assume one could be able to.

    I own a X Box One X, PS4 and Switch and Game Pass is where I play my arcade like fun stuff, just have the PS4 for exclusives and THIS IS THE ONLY GAME TO MAKE ME HAPPY I HAVE A PS4 since Spider-Man... I am not buying a PS5; my XBox One X has assumed the crown and not going back.

    Games like Death Stranding make me happy I still have a PS4, this is the game of the year too, imo, shame on any professional video game reviewer who gives this anything below like a 8.5... games have not been that great this year outside of like the new Fire Emblem, even that one was like... why am I a teacher? Still fun, but Death Stranding, visuals, ambience, music, acting, GAMEPLAY!!!, controls... everything is amazing, but the map/waypoint/topography map system.

    If I were Sony, just put out ads with 80% gameplay to the tune of Connected by Radio MC's... surprised those didn't happen prior to the release of the game. Seems they felt YouTuber headwind would be no match for a sick ad campaign?

    Oh yeah, and I upped the rating to a 10 because of all the wack reviews giving a 1... people who reviewed this as a 1 should be shamed a year or two from now... like, if you reviewed God of War 4 a 1, you should have a "Dunce Hat" like icon on your reviewer name tag... Same should go for Death Stranding cause this is legit, any child, adolescent or adult can have a sick immersive experience that has all the depth great art allows; this is a game you think about for days between when you play and after; everything one looks for and craves in art and Death Stranding shows video games are ripe for art, and yes, your gameplay has to be fun and this gameplay is fun... it's Katemari Domacy addictive fun, and Kojima does a great job making this game not too scary. I hate horror movies for the most part, unless the director is truly skilled and understands what truly draws most people into the essence of horror, the unknown. Anyways, just buy this and play this... if you have friends, invite them over for the beginning, play with friends or alone, just have your mind blown. There... another slogan for Sony...    … Expand
  95. Ablestract
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Honestly having a great time with the game. It's so unlike anything I've ever played, it has this zen quality thats hard to describe
  96. Faccboi
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    ok i had my thoughts about this game at start, i can see ppl dont like it but you dont have to kill always for a game to be fun. its a modern masterpiece the best game ive played since GoW . im gaming for over 20years and i can say this score is way downrated . actors senario music gameplay is a bit weird but fun a perfection kojima only could pull out and very risky move.
    "standing applause"
  97. rain97
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    Probably the only AAA game where you are better off watching the cutscenes from youtube than actually waste time playing it. Death Stranding is an insult to every video game that has well thought out, deep and fun gameplay elements. EVER.
  98. CriticInAWay
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Game has phenomenal music and graphics.
    Since I wasnt even looking for an Action packed game (was never advertised as one) I must day iz later on had a lot of Action actually... in a positive way since it didnt Interrupt or ruin the chill nature of the game and the brillant story
  99. yourdj
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    Kodzima genius!Kodzima genius!Kodzima genius!Kodzima genius!Kodzima genius!
  100. mismikka
    Nov 14, 2019
    5
    I paid 70$ not for that to look at product placement and monster energy drink. Why restoration of America why not restoration of whole world. Cutscenes could be more interactive. I like the gameplay, generally the game is interesting.
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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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