Death Stranding

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  1. Snaketwisted
    Jan 2, 2021
    8
    The game requires patience and a long attention span. The reward is a beautifully told original story set in a unique world. At times the games cleverness gets the better of it (some of the characters have cheesy names, and some attempts at humor are cringy), but ultimately it is a fantastic game well worth the work required to complete it.
  2. snorkiss
    Jan 1, 2021
    4
    This game felt like I was working for an insane person who was trying his level best to slowly break my spirit by making me listen to nonsensical gibberish and perform incredibly dull tasks - over and over and over again. Well, it worked. I made it to chapter 7 and decided I'd sooner eat a bucket of glass than continue with this painful journey into mind-numbing tedium. Nice graphicsThis game felt like I was working for an insane person who was trying his level best to slowly break my spirit by making me listen to nonsensical gibberish and perform incredibly dull tasks - over and over and over again. Well, it worked. I made it to chapter 7 and decided I'd sooner eat a bucket of glass than continue with this painful journey into mind-numbing tedium. Nice graphics though, 4 stars.… Expand
  3. Aircus
    Jan 1, 2021
    5
    Best game of 2020 in my mind! Definitely not a streamlined game. Excellent gaming atmosphere! Very nice music! One million times better than TLoU2.
  4. Sunrider37
    Jan 1, 2021
    10
    My favorite game of all time! Kojima is truly a genius......................
  5. BeeSting1
    Jan 1, 2021
    7
    A delivery sim, with a bizarre story.

    Good - the game has very realistic aspects in regards to movement and overall human capabilities. Sam feels very vulnerable, which forces me to manage movements and physical exertions. - it's cool how you can use other people's equipment online to navigate the terrain. - the stealth BT sections are very tense. Something to do with the cry    A delivery sim, with a bizarre story.

    Good

    - the game has very realistic aspects in regards to movement and overall human capabilities. Sam feels very vulnerable, which forces me to manage movements and physical exertions.

    - it's cool how you can use other people's equipment online to navigate the terrain.

    - the stealth BT sections are very tense. Something to do with the cry of a baby which makes the tense environment even more tense. I guess it's the traditional belief that even I carry that babies can detect supernatural entities.

    - using sam's **** as grenades is kind of funny.

    - short cutscenes of BB keeps the mystery up.

    - The twist at the end of the game was very cool. It was all very confusing rights before the end, and I was on the verge of giving up on the confusing story. But during the last cutscenes, everything was made clear, all the questions were answered. And the twist was pretty crazy.

    Bad

    - the gameplay has too much walking. There needs to be a bit more action. More offensive stealth.

    - can't explore the cities or facilities.

    - the game focuses too heavily on defensive gameplay which isn't exactly up my alley. But I guess it's expected of a game made by Kojima.

    - the feeling of repetition sets in quickly. Just taking an order, delivering it, looking at a hologram talk to you, take the next order, rinse and repeat. It's also very weird how Sam doesn't say a single word when the hologram is talking.

    - the stealth sections are tense, but they also get repetitive since there are mostly only two types, against BTs and mules.

    - there's apparently like 50,000 people in one of these knot cities, but I never see a single soul anywhere around these facilities. Neither am I allowed to see them inside the facilities. I just wish there was some way I could explore the lives of these people while holed up in there. I think it would have been interesting had they included that in the game.

    - the environment gets repetitive too. I traverse the same Rocky paths, grassy paths, muddy paths. They all look and feel the same wherever I Go. Sure they have their own unique properties, but it's literally these three types of terrains repeating over and over again throughout the world.

    - the BTs eventually just weren't scary anymore. Rather annoying. Most of the time I just wanted to get to my destination just so I can progress the story which was the only thing I cared about. So I just avoided them as much as I could, craft a bunch of grenades and just kill them and get on with the route, or even just build a timefall shelter and skip the rain completely. I really didn't want to be crawling around the entire map slowly just to get to my next destination.

    - that part where I was supposed to take that girl with the hourglass to her boyfriend didn't feel very emotional even though I think the game tried to make it look emotional, because I don't know either of these characters. There was no character buildup of any kind prior to the mission. That cutscene and the crying and the voice acting seemed very sad but I felt nothing.

    - the higgs boss fight felt extremely clumsy to play. Camera angle went crazy and I just kept getting interrupted. Fighting him in person was also really annoying, because using the strand didn't always work period and I tried canceling out his detector, but it never worked no matter what timing I tried. And the hand-to-hand combat had sad music but I felt no emotion, because I just wanted it to end.

    - the whole buildup with fragile and Higgs, and the hate that fragile had for him didn't amount too much. When she finally got his hand on him, she didn't really do anything besides punch him once in the face then execute him with the gun. The way she explained how she felt about him, I really thought she would give him a treacherous painful end. Maybe have him die in the time fall. But just a bullets the head completely negated everything she's said before. And her comeback about "damaged goods" was super lame, and super weak.

    - the baby crying during fights or like a big fall becomes annoying. On top of that, I'm really not a kid's person. I can't stand taking care of a kid. So all the crying eventually just got on my nerves.    … Expand
  6. Destroyer2208
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    An amazing game from start to finish. Beautiful near photorealistic scenery matched by some of the most detailed characters I've seen. The story is the real highlight as it kept me intrigued throughout and still resonates long after. Gunplay and melee combat can be frustrating. The inability to lock-on especially. This is where Death Stranding falls short in its execution. I alsoAn amazing game from start to finish. Beautiful near photorealistic scenery matched by some of the most detailed characters I've seen. The story is the real highlight as it kept me intrigued throughout and still resonates long after. Gunplay and melee combat can be frustrating. The inability to lock-on especially. This is where Death Stranding falls short in its execution. I also encountered some inconsistencies with traversal which caused me to fall. But this doesn't happen often and the game saves generously. Please ignore the majority of negative reviews. I wish I had sooner. Because its mostly people who obviously didn't finish the game. No, this isn't MGS, this is Death Stranding.… Expand
  7. takisstamgr
    Dec 31, 2020
    10
    I want to apologize to Hideo Kotzima for listening to the bad reviews and playing this masterpiece after 1 year. For me it enters my top 5 games on ps4, next to the last of us 2, red dead 2, the last guardian, shadow of the colossus.
  8. Inac10
    Dec 30, 2020
    9
    E um jogo para quem gosta de sair andando e entregando encomendas, e um jogo tecnicamente primoroso, você vai ficando cada veis melhor em entregar criando maneiras de fazer isso cada veis mas rápido.
  9. Funlunde
    Dec 29, 2020
    10
    Among the stack of "amazing" PS5 launch games sitting on my shelf, Death Stranding is the only game I cannot put down. Since I've gotten this game, I've spent the majority of my time playing Death Stranding.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Trust me, you won't know if you're like me until you try the game. Don't deprive yourself of the potential to find something that is essentially your very own smart drug.    … Expand
  10. elkoalapuesto
    Dec 29, 2020
    0
    **** Standing. This game is so annoying in so many ways... The first 30 mins are great, lots of expectations, nice graphics, cool music... Soon you realize the storytelling is slow and bad done, and the game becomes boring and repetitive, far too long and... uuugr I regret so much having paid for it...
  11. protagonist44
    Dec 29, 2020
    6
    A trap for perfectionists, but not really satisfying. A system of “likes” that are meaningless. And frankly, even with the nice story, it’s quite boring, as it is composed of fetch quests only. Wouldn’t play it again.
  12. Reed618
    Dec 29, 2020
    10
    Having now finished the game twice and platinumed it too I can safely say Death Stranding is one of my favorite games on ps4. The story is a bit of a mess if i'm honest. There are some cool ideas there but hidden underneath a lot of nonsense sci fi terms. It's not well paced either. The game opens with what is essentially a film and closes with what is essentially a longer film. Parts likeHaving now finished the game twice and platinumed it too I can safely say Death Stranding is one of my favorite games on ps4. The story is a bit of a mess if i'm honest. There are some cool ideas there but hidden underneath a lot of nonsense sci fi terms. It's not well paced either. The game opens with what is essentially a film and closes with what is essentially a longer film. Parts like the motivations of the villain higgs could have been explored in more depth and there are lots of plot holes. There's also too much information hidden away in emails and interviews that you need to read to understand important things like what even is the death stranding. However, that said the characters are pretty great. I really like deadman, heartman, fragile, mama... the whole bunch really. The performances are really excellent as well and I found sam's growing bond with bb very touching as well. Overall the story is a mixed bag.

    As for the gameplay, while it's not for everyone I love it. Traversing large stretches of difficult terrain is like a puzzle. Figuring out what equipment you'll need and how best to use it. What really makes the gameplay special though is shared world elements. This feature is really wonderful. As you deliver more packages and level up the waystations you boost the signal for the area you're in. Now that you've boosted the signal you suddenly find there are more generators, bridges, bikes and trucks. Now the way forward becomes easier. It's this unique cooperative style of gameplay in which you're being helped by lots of people all around the world.

    Also you can help others too. If I build a road for example then i'll get notifications telling me that people have travelled on it and they like it. It's fun seeing your hard work pay off. The game handles progression incredibly well. Levelling up waystations also unlocks new vehicles, weapons, backpack covers which are timefall resistant, upgraded walking skeletons and more.

    There are also a lot of cool and unique elements which add challenge. BTs which you have to sneak past which will try to drag you into the ground and rain which will damage everything you carry. Storms which can make it harder to find your way and enemy encampments which will attack you.

    Like I said this game isn't for everyone but it's really unique. It's a shame some people hated on it pretty much because it tried something different. So many people complain about repetitive ubisoft open world games or how sequels are so derivative and just play it safe. Death Stranding did not play it safe. It tried something different and that's not such a bad thing.    … Expand
  13. juliansrum
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In all honesty this game, i feel, is life changing.
    If you allow it the story will immerse you completely and take you a a typical kojima wild ride. Up there with the best in the metal gear series and very innovative with controls.    … Expand
  14. DrZIM
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    One of the most interesting and beautiful game on the PS4. This game has very interesting gameplay. Deep and philosophy game plot. Atmosphere world. And very cool actors cast. Hideo Kojima is a genius!!!
  15. Elpapu
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima.
    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima.
    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima. Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima

    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima

    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima
    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima.
    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima. Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima

    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima

    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima.
    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima. Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima

    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima

    Is the awesome game. El mejor juego que he visto en mi vida casi a la altura de God Of War 4. Mi 10/10. A veces pienso que este juego pudo dar un poco más pero aun así me encanto demasiado y espero que salga algún tipo de secuela para poder jugar y seguir disfrutando del invento de Kojima    … Expand
  16. MarlonMBO
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    Algo muito diferente e criativo! Excelente história, gráfico e jogabilidade.
  17. Empyrea
    Dec 27, 2020
    5
    I'm so so disappointed with Kojima. I loved all his Metal Gears, his cinematics, his way of introducing sci-fi things, always finding the right balance making everything so belieble (which is very difficult to achieve), but this game is so so boring and repetitive. I don't know for how long I've been playing this game (15? 20 hours?) and I'm still in the middle of chapter 3 (and there areI'm so so disappointed with Kojima. I loved all his Metal Gears, his cinematics, his way of introducing sci-fi things, always finding the right balance making everything so belieble (which is very difficult to achieve), but this game is so so boring and repetitive. I don't know for how long I've been playing this game (15? 20 hours?) and I'm still in the middle of chapter 3 (and there are 14!). Graphics and music are good. The plot seems weird, but the story goes too slow to get to know it better. My main complaints are: as I said, too repetitive and boring, tiny letters (it's hard to read even with a big tv. I like to play the games in English but because of the tiny letters I decided to put the game in Spanish but at least the voices were decent); also I almost got mad trying to build the first bridge and making the first motorbike work, I ended up looking for help in internet. Because I got this game borrowed I don't think I'm going to play it any more because I have other games more interesting. I wouldn't recommend buying this game. It's better to skip it or get it borrowed from a friend but don't buy it unless you are really really really pacient.… Expand
  18. ExquisiteDust6
    Dec 27, 2020
    8
    A noble, gorgeous story mixed with methodical gameplay that not everyone will enjoy.
    In my opinion, the gameplay time is a little too long. But the beautiful storytelling and original setting allow you to immerse yourself in this amazing creation.
  19. Rallandollo
    Dec 27, 2020
    3
    Insanely boring, tedious and monotonous. What the h*ll what Kojima thinking spending all these years making a game this repetitive. Such a waste of potential. Only good things are graphics. Also a very confusing and uninteresting story. Careless combat, no AI and also way to easy combat.
  20. the50admiral
    Dec 26, 2020
    0
    Game is just a walking simulator. Don't expect anything more than that. Not worth the money (wouldn't play even if it was free.)

    Edit: How does this game have positive reviews? All you do is walk around!
  21. DarthArchon
    Dec 26, 2020
    0
    Don't think this game is just a walking simulator, there's vehicles and many option to complete your quest. The gameplay is quite fun honestly and the world is very beautiful and well made.

    The story though... I don't have a lot positive to say about it. Most element of the story feel made up to justify the gameplay and do not really fit together logically. A good exemple of this are    Don't think this game is just a walking simulator, there's vehicles and many option to complete your quest. The gameplay is quite fun honestly and the world is very beautiful and well made.

    The story though... I don't have a lot positive to say about it. Most element of the story feel made up to justify the gameplay and do not really fit together logically. A good exemple of this are the enemy camp you will encounter. They're in the middle of nowhere and do nothing but try to steal your package because "the evolve to do so, cause of the serotonin they get from delivering those pacakge" basically there just there to be in the way... I was left from 1/5 of the game onward with the immersion shattering feeling that this game universe could not exist and was made up for me to deliver stuff around. There's so many thing about this game that seem that have been put in there to look cool and mysterious but the basis of those thing are hollow and don't have a meaning or purpose.    … Expand
  22. INU4SH4
    Dec 26, 2020
    7
    As much as I love the mad genius known as Kojima and as much as I want to love Death Stranding, I can't really go over a 7. And the score is this high mainly thanks to its creative and compelling story and original universe.

    The single biggest issue with this game just like Metal Gear Solid V is its length. I felt like MGS V stretched for too long ending up making me bored. The main    As much as I love the mad genius known as Kojima and as much as I want to love Death Stranding, I can't really go over a 7. And the score is this high mainly thanks to its creative and compelling story and original universe.

    The single biggest issue with this game just like Metal Gear Solid V is its length. I felt like MGS V stretched for too long ending up making me bored. The main appeal of "walking simulators" is that they deliver beautiful and unique SHORT experiences so that the player doesn't get fed up and gives up. it's a shame, because Death Stranding universe, plot, characters, and overall lore are brilliant. However, I can't deny that a lot of times its side and main-quests feel repetitive. I have no issue with "walking simulators" and I love works such as Journey and What Remains of Edith Finch but Death Stranding is too long for its own good.

    Make no mistake, the game is a visual trip and sometimes it is quite innovative and incredibly detailed but its major misstep is how repetitive it can get.

    Would I recommend this game still? Yes, it's definitely not a must-play and I'd even recommend you to stay away from it if you can't stand even short "walking simulators". But if you're looking for a unique and bizarre post-apocalyptic sci-fi/dark fantasy story you should give this a try if you believe you can endure its repetitive nature. There's also a plus if you enjoy interacting and helping other players, building and using other players' structures is really cool.    … Expand
  23. nitinjadhav
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Strangely addictive and refreshingly full of meaningful story.
  24. Wolfyboi
    Dec 26, 2020
    9
    Death Stranding is a divisive game simply because most people don't enjoy the gameplay. With that said it's definitely a one of a kind game. As Kojima himself put it this is the first "Strand Type" game. The gameplay revolves around the main character Sam "porter" Bridges (Norman Reedus) in a post apocalyptic world where Porters (delivery men) are humanities last connection to eachotherDeath Stranding is a divisive game simply because most people don't enjoy the gameplay. With that said it's definitely a one of a kind game. As Kojima himself put it this is the first "Strand Type" game. The gameplay revolves around the main character Sam "porter" Bridges (Norman Reedus) in a post apocalyptic world where Porters (delivery men) are humanities last connection to eachother and the only way to get vital supplies and resources in a world thats too dangerous or treachorous for your average person to undergo. In this world there are BT's (essentially ghost) that liter areas where timefall (rain that ages whatever it touches) pours down and turn the game into a stealthy crawl as you evade detection from these otherworldly human shadows that can only be seen while standing still. This provides areas of tension where you'd like to rush through as quick as possible to avoid damage to whatever packages you may be carrying but detection means you're in for a fight and will have to worry about being dragged off into a battle with a large enemy while losing your gear. This brings me to the combat which is by far the games weakest point. Thd combat against other humans ehich are rogue Porters crazed by packages or something like that basically they want your packages and will try to kill you with guns and various other weapons the catch is you can't kill them you can only knock them out because killing them would create more BT's and make your life harder. This makes the combat rather annoying as you only have limited options to deal with them dispite having access to handguns, assault rifles and even rocket launchers later in the game. This is helped a little by the addition of non-lethal weapons but thats not nearly as fun right. The BT's are far worse of an enemy though. They will often times be just small humans and upon detection you can use various weapons designed for taking them out but the only thing that works is grenades. This again makes combat feel terrible and makes you just want to be as stealthy as possible with 140kg of gear on your back. The story though is where this game really shines without giving any spoilers the cinimatics are top tier just like you'd expect in a Kojima game. If the gameplay doesn't keep you the story most certainly will. If the combat was better i'd give it a perfect score. I just wish they had a new game+ in it so i wouldn't lose all of my time consuming structures i built… Expand
  25. Touchthis
    Dec 25, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You can’t find any game which is worse. Don’t waste your time and money.no gameplay, no story, just walking. The walking dead can truly fight with death stranding for the most boring ****… Expand
  26. bsebesty
    Dec 25, 2020
    10
    An amazing masterpiece in its entirety. Nowadays games fall into some sort of a category. Very rarely do You get something new. Even benchmark games like Zelda: BOTW build on existing formulas. Not so with Death Stranding. It has a very unique gameplay, a mind boggling storyline reminiscent of Stranger Things which kept me going into the late night and a fantastic atmosphere with theAn amazing masterpiece in its entirety. Nowadays games fall into some sort of a category. Very rarely do You get something new. Even benchmark games like Zelda: BOTW build on existing formulas. Not so with Death Stranding. It has a very unique gameplay, a mind boggling storyline reminiscent of Stranger Things which kept me going into the late night and a fantastic atmosphere with the superb music score it has. I loved the serenity of the mountains, climbing, walking over the peaks, looking far into the horizon for signs of infrastructures. I am just amazed how well the game mechanics are pieced together and how innovative many of them are. Even the acting is excellent, consistent and coherent. This is not just a game, it's like a long interactive movie. This game sucked me in like not other has done for the last 30-40 years, when I played Elite on a Commodore 64. Kudos to Hideo Kojima and all the people who contributed! It's a true masterpiece.… Expand
  27. ahmed11egp
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    I absolutely love this game, it's a different game than any other one, one should say it's not for everyone . if you want a different experience I would say give this one shot.
    if you got bored of most of games being similar to each other, this one is different.
    Masterpiece
  28. Boby33gold
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    Nota 10 ,bravo ,grafica tare ,story fain ,fara buguri ,recomand cu drag .Are si actiune buna ,trebuie rabdare si jucat cu atentie ,oricum mana japoneza de elita .
  29. neckezz
    Dec 22, 2020
    0
    This game is a **** mess. Contains 0 fun, the gameplay is absolutely bad with mechanic how to stay stable, story 0, please avoid this game.
  30. BratansRevenue
    Dec 22, 2020
    0
    This game is boring as **** The hype was great and boy was I disappointed. Story is a **** gameplay is laughable. Controller is overloaded. No thanks.
  31. Cibion
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    It's one of the best games I have ever played. Death stranding brought me crystal clear sincerer feelings. I must confess that I have fallen in love with this game. Kojima is a genius!!!
  32. MrV_ID
    Dec 21, 2020
    9
    Ως ένας άλλος Οδυσσέας, ο Sam Bridges αναλαμβάνει το αργόσυρτο ταξίδι γεφύρωσης μίας καταρρέουσας χώρας—είναι όμως η Ιθάκη αυτή που περίμενε; Το "Death Stranding" γίνεται (εσκεμμένα) κατά τόπους κουραστικό, ωστόσο ο προορισμός εξιλεώνει τη διαδρομή.

    As another Odysseus, Sam Bridges embarks on the slow journey of bridging a collapsing country — but is Ithaca what he thought it would be?    Ως ένας άλλος Οδυσσέας, ο Sam Bridges αναλαμβάνει το αργόσυρτο ταξίδι γεφύρωσης μίας καταρρέουσας χώρας—είναι όμως η Ιθάκη αυτή που περίμενε; Το "Death Stranding" γίνεται (εσκεμμένα) κατά τόπους κουραστικό, ωστόσο ο προορισμός εξιλεώνει τη διαδρομή.

    As another Odysseus, Sam Bridges embarks on the slow journey of bridging a collapsing country — but is Ithaca what he thought it would be? "Death Stranding" becomes (deliberately) tedious in places, however, it's the destination that atones the route.    … Expand
  33. AndresMVega
    Dec 19, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lo bueno:
    -Un gran contexto muy creativo, las cv, las armas, las reglas que se imponen al jugar, muchas mecánicas para escalar, correr, la moto, el camión, etc.
    -Low Roar

    Lo Malo:
    -Luego de poco tiempo el Gameplay se hace tedioso.
    Después de ver a Heartman el juego ya no tiene nada más que entregar al jugador y desde aquí aun faltan como 8 a 9 horas para terminar, tiempo que no esta justificado ya que seguimos con las mismas mecánicas de escalar y correr, las cv y los jefes siguen sin ser un reto, una gran decepción, nisiquiera supera el apartado técnico que tenía MGS5 porque death stranding tiene peores gráficos...
    -Historia aburrida, mala, con un guión lleno de basura (que la fotógrafa, chatarrero, director de cine, etc...) que después no tiene ninguna importancia ya todo se explica al final con una cinemática malísima que es simple continuismo del MGS3, mismos recursos, el protagonista enojado, el discurso del jefe die hardman (zero), y luego revelando un montón de cosas, muy mal realizado, el único personaje que resulta interesante es Fragile (eva) pero está completamente desaprovechado ya que aparece muy poco, lo mismo con Sam (snake) se queda callado en situaciones muy obvias que el podría solucionar (a cada rato te deja muy descolocado).
    La historia tiene varios problemas, pero el principal es Amelie. Kojima esta vez se arriesga demasiado y destruye todo un contexto que se veía genial, que parecía lo único bueno en Death Stranding, resulta que "Amiele es una entidad de extinción y todos los que están conectados a la UCA se van a morir", ¿no pueden simplemente desenchufar el cable?, al final cambian las reglas porque sí, todas las playas están en manos de Amelie porque hay como una jerarquía y no se que... ¿alguien entiende esta parte?. El juego ya tenía su solidez con un contexto bien logrado y sale este final que no podía ser más ridículo.    … Expand
  34. henkka
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Its masterpiece, one of my favorite games of this generation...............
  35. Bloodshoks
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    Goog game with very interesting history. And beautiful world. And with beautiful actors play.
  36. Wyldeww
    Dec 19, 2020
    0
    Just garbage in form of code for special kids that love to see deep sense even in a pile of ****
  37. Julioalves
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    A great game with a little repetitive gameplay, with great history and caracters.
  38. 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.
  39. gdariel
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Un juego que comienza de una manera lenta para convertirse en una gran aventura. Si te gusta Silent Hill, P.T, Metal Gear V no dudes un segundo en jugarlo. Me sorprendió para bien ❤️ Gran juego.
  40. nikos8232
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Great game.I 'm surprised how ordinary walking was made so interesting.my favourite game. kojima did a good job making this gloomy world. the writing is absolutely perfect. gameplay is in my opinion really cool
  41. Doctor_Bombit
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Многие обзорщик это окрестили симулятором ходьбы и бу бу бу 20ч ходьбы до сюжета это ни разу не правда и для меня было удивление что доставлять грузу довольно интересная задача. Есть конечно еще те индивиды которые упорно говорят что сюжет сложный и поэтому игра помойка, ну в принципе таким как они место на помойке) В итоге это лучшая игра за 2019 точно в которые реально приятно поигратьМногие обзорщик это окрестили симулятором ходьбы и бу бу бу 20ч ходьбы до сюжета это ни разу не правда и для меня было удивление что доставлять грузу довольно интересная задача. Есть конечно еще те индивиды которые упорно говорят что сюжет сложный и поэтому игра помойка, ну в принципе таким как они место на помойке) В итоге это лучшая игра за 2019 точно в которые реально приятно поиграть
  42. Mohammed_Saint
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    This amazing game is absolutely and remarkably magnificent beyond measure and any kind of recognition.
  43. bill_dep
    Dec 18, 2020
    0
    Σκουπίδι.... Το παιχνίδι είναι σιχαμα βαρετό μονότονο πραγματικά. Κρίμα τα χρήματα
  44. andry9611
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    96% positive review on Steam and someone review bombing just for a Cyberpunk 2077 collaboration. You must be Harvard graduate i guess. Blame this website too to letting these ignorant people to do this.
  45. GoatSimp69
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    A beautiful game.

    Magnificent scenery, delicate feelings, lovely music.

    It's the journey ,not the destination ,that matters.
  46. hugoarrruda
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    O jogo mais incrível de todos os tempos!
    Uma belíssima jornada emocionante através de um mundo pós apocalíptico por uma pessoa sem esperança na humanidade. Final incrível, gráficos belíssimos história nota 10!!!
  47. acidboi-25
    Dec 17, 2020
    8
    Good story, fun mechanics. Worst thing about it were useless and boring side missions.
  48. Grzegorz1985
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    Playing everyday about last two weeks. Great game, not another "cut and copy".
  49. darkmatter12345
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    I just finished this game at 185 hours, wow.

    Not once did I find it boring.
  50. Jolly_Jonny
    Dec 17, 2020
    9
    More of an experience then a game. The music, the world, characters are all really good and the overall message it sends about connecting as people really hits home at these trying times we live in. It has a story to tell and it does it well. Its not and high octane action game and if you're going into it expecting a metal gear experience, your gonna be disappointed.
  51. JanJon
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    game is amazing yeah it's not for everyone but I loved it on of the best games i played
  52. Camperro25
    Dec 17, 2020
    8
    Awesome graphics, and amazing story, seriously, that is the one of best stories i could have imagined. Big actors taking part in that game is a next step in progress of video games industry (especially Margaret Qualley, and Mads Mikkelsen).

    Anyway the gameplay is boring and slow, only thing to do during gameplay is to watch beautiful landscape of dying America. The game might be better    Awesome graphics, and amazing story, seriously, that is the one of best stories i could have imagined. Big actors taking part in that game is a next step in progress of video games industry (especially Margaret Qualley, and Mads Mikkelsen).

    Anyway the gameplay is boring and slow, only thing to do during gameplay is to watch beautiful landscape of dying America. The game might be better if it would be a movie in my opinion, since first 20 hours is so boring so it makes a lot of people quit before 3rd chapter.    … Expand
  53. Bonlip
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    A Great game with perfect gameplay. I play it every day and think about it all the day
  54. German_Nik
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Великолепная игра! Жаль,что многие не оценили данный проект.
  55. pognali
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Игра шикарная, одна из не многих которая заставляет задуматьтся после прохождения, шутки про симулятор доставщика все-таки про эту игру, но что-то в этом есть раздавать заказы под шикарные сандтреки игры идтя по равнинам и скалам. Но не многим это понравится. Но сюжет всё-таки стоит внимания 10/10Игра шикарная, одна из не многих которая заставляет задуматьтся после прохождения, шутки про симулятор доставщика все-таки про эту игру, но что-то в этом есть раздавать заказы под шикарные сандтреки игры идтя по равнинам и скалам. Но не многим это понравится. Но сюжет всё-таки стоит внимания 10/10
  56. PeinLankaster
    Nov 25, 2019
    10
    В целом для первого сольного проекта нормально, персонажи хороши и музыка тоже, правда на один раз игра... Но Кодзима красавца, за русскую локализацию 10 баллов.)
  57. mokryj_son
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    Great and impressive game! Kojima is real true genius.Music, design, story and gameplay 10/10.
  58. sursaa
    Dec 16, 2020
    0
    A monotonous boring bullsh*t experience.
    Gameplay Loop: 0 you can only make boring fetch quests deliveries for all the game
  59. GlennLimos
    Dec 15, 2020
    8
    I'm surprised I like it as much as I do. The story is something else, the world is something else. Everyone says walking simulator, and I get it. It reminds me of cabin to cabin hikes in Norway, and that part is pretty chill and not to everyones liking. The game systems are solid though, from world building to just walking mechanics, the latter I thought would become tiresome after a shortI'm surprised I like it as much as I do. The story is something else, the world is something else. Everyone says walking simulator, and I get it. It reminds me of cabin to cabin hikes in Norway, and that part is pretty chill and not to everyones liking. The game systems are solid though, from world building to just walking mechanics, the latter I thought would become tiresome after a short while, but Im not even close to get bored of after close to 50 hours. They made a game mechanic of the over encumber mechanics of other RPGs. I'm thorough with my play through and I get some repetition of some cut scenes here and there, but it's skippable so it doesn't bother me that much, and there are a lot of them so I'm surprised it lastet this long without repetition.

    It's something somewhat original, and deserves praise just for that even though some people find it boring. And game mechanics wise, it just works.

    If you don't hate it right off the bat and can't decide on if you like it, give it a chance to at least chapter 3, that's when world building stuff comes into play and the world gets more "alive", you don't meet other players directly, but you encounter signs of them throughout the game from here on.    … Expand
  60. yjwno0
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    To Hideo Kojima: Stick to your guns!

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

    10/10
    Keep on Keeping on
  61. Messihan
    Dec 14, 2020
    1
    Waste of money. Graphics but nothing more. Boring. Spend all time like a delivero's worker. Better simulator ever.
  62. PapaLins
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    perfeito na sua proposta, diferente de tudo e do velho clichê de sempre nos jogos.
  63. feelgoodru
    Dec 14, 2020
    1
    - очень скучная и затянутая игра.
    - бесконечные одинаковые задания.
    - сюжет не раскрывается до самого конца игры, а в конце просто устаешь от сплошного "кино". - супер ужасная механика передвижения на транспорте, хуже любого инди разработчика. - унылые и всратые схватки с "тварями", тебя куда то утаскивает - можешь воевать, либо просто выйти за пределы смолы. некоторые бои не избежать    - очень скучная и затянутая игра.
    - бесконечные одинаковые задания.
    - сюжет не раскрывается до самого конца игры, а в конце просто устаешь от сплошного "кино".
    - супер ужасная механика передвижения на транспорте, хуже любого инди разработчика.
    - унылые и всратые схватки с "тварями", тебя куда то утаскивает - можешь воевать, либо просто выйти за пределы смолы. некоторые бои не избежать и не обойти никак.
    - не продуманность/не реальность происходящего - в век технологий и 3д принтеров, где печатаются целые строения - нет нормального транспорта с большими колесами, вездеходов или квадрокоптеров для доставки посылок.
    - разработчик (который гений) полностью не уважает и ненавидит своего игрока, заставляет выполнять самые нудные задания и заниматься просто анонизмом, долбиться об камни часами на мотоцикле (автомобиль там вообще просто бесящее говно), падать, все ронять и собирать. ходить по одним и тем же местам туда/сюда снова и снова с тупыми заданиями.
    + сюжет (опять же сюжет подается не постепенно, а только в самом конце и снова все затянуто)
    + актеры и графика

    древняя игра "вангеры" про доставку - на голову продуманнее.

    но самое ужасное - это реакция "говорящих голов" - проплаченных стримеров и журналистов о том, что игра шедевр. Игра просто лютое говно. Ужаснее и скучнее я еще не видел. Грош цена всему журналистскому сообществу, кто освещал эту игру и пел ей дифирамбы.    … Expand
  64. Dos1a
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece game. I enjoyed it a lot and I do not understand why is everyone hate it so much.
  65. matteodreddy
    Dec 13, 2020
    8
    great story,great open world,good combat,good quests,very deserved success.
  66. cobb208
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    The start of the game is slow awful and boring. Once you get past this though, the story really opens and provides evolving gameplay. The gameplay is unorthodox to say the least. It is a nice change of pace and is a nice platform for the story the game is trying to give. I am happy I beat the game and got to see where the story was going. The gameplay towards the end is very differentThe start of the game is slow awful and boring. Once you get past this though, the story really opens and provides evolving gameplay. The gameplay is unorthodox to say the least. It is a nice change of pace and is a nice platform for the story the game is trying to give. I am happy I beat the game and got to see where the story was going. The gameplay towards the end is very different compared to what it starts out as (in a good way). This is a hard game to recommend because it depends on what someone wants out of a video game. I enjoyed it. If you want a change of pace from other video games and a nice story that is not too hard to follow (compared to MGS that he has written) this is a great game to pick up.… Expand
  67. zitoy
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Неспешная игра для тех кто умеет наслаждаться моментом.
    После прохождения игры было чувство как после прочтения очень хорошей книги.
  68. Taro-Naza
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    It starts slow but after you start to get the system, it becomes more fun, nice graphics, original gameplay and mechanics and very interesting original story, and the most important the more you play the more you understand what Kojima was trying to do, it is a game about collaboration and community and sharing and collaboration to make it through, I love it
  69. Stemmy
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Most negative reviews come from the current way the west and other areas interpret both games and art itself while most people thought that this was going to be an action-packed game. I think this game should've had a demo to prevent people from thinking it was going to be an traditional experience or like Call of Duty. The game takes an abstract approach to story telling and usesMost negative reviews come from the current way the west and other areas interpret both games and art itself while most people thought that this was going to be an action-packed game. I think this game should've had a demo to prevent people from thinking it was going to be an traditional experience or like Call of Duty. The game takes an abstract approach to story telling and uses experience, time, and struggle as a basis for the theme of connection that is present in the game. You also connect with other players and can use their buildings and they can use yours. It's all about thinking HOW other players INDIRECTLY (as opposed with directly in other games) help us and how we can do the same by connecting with them. There's other messages to be found in the game, but that's the simplified main theme of the game. Overall, the game is beautiful and has an amazing message. I would buy it, even if it means waiting for sale if you feel hesitation.… Expand
  70. tom_harding
    Dec 11, 2020
    4
    Well, what can be said. After reaching the west coast i finally put the game down and just watched a video of the ending. I felt taken advantage of, as though the developers aimed to create an insulting but addictive game play loop where each time you are given a small amount of shallow gratification for hours of menial work. Lets just deliver one more package, maybe I will then reach aWell, what can be said. After reaching the west coast i finally put the game down and just watched a video of the ending. I felt taken advantage of, as though the developers aimed to create an insulting but addictive game play loop where each time you are given a small amount of shallow gratification for hours of menial work. Lets just deliver one more package, maybe I will then reach a 'high' and find something more interesting - instead I felt empty. I'm sure some of the better mechanics will influence future games and the world has to be one of the most stunning realisations of Iceland ever seen in video games but its not enough - the game is tedious and insulting to its players.… Expand
  71. Kidoble
    Dec 11, 2020
    9
    Buenísimo, innovador, arriesgado, novedoso, original, diferente, etc.. lo tiene todo!
  72. maksimStark18
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Самый интересный сюжет и повествование, визуальная часть на высоте, физика движения поражает. Одним словом, Шедевр.
  73. Kokande
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    Kojima is a genius. Best game I ever played so far. Very beautiful and chill!
  74. Raigard
    Dec 9, 2020
    10
    The hype mislead too many people towards hate when they found out something completely different from they expected. To experience this game you must come with an open mind. It has one of the slowest begginings, but if you get through it you will find a deep and fulfilling experience worth your time and money. This game may look like a singleplayer experience, but it only reach itsThe hype mislead too many people towards hate when they found out something completely different from they expected. To experience this game you must come with an open mind. It has one of the slowest begginings, but if you get through it you will find a deep and fulfilling experience worth your time and money. This game may look like a singleplayer experience, but it only reach its pourpose if played to and with other players. The game will become harder if you focus only in your own objectives. Its a game abound connection and bonding.

    I'm giving it a 10 to compensate all the zeroes, but it is a 8 gameplaywise and 9+ for settings, theme and story.    … Expand
  75. The_Junker
    Dec 9, 2020
    10
    I have never seen a more innovative and ingenious game than this. the highlight is the absolutely complex but still incredible story. The gameplay is something new never seen before and when you start playing another game you notice that you lack the fantastic game mechanics and features that make this art innovative.
  76. Zurab
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра отличная советую для прохождения. Сюжет игры понятен и интересен в отличие от the Last of us 2 который настолько тупой сюжет что назначина игрой года… Expand
  77. thiagosrdg
    Dec 6, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos que já joguei. Gráficos muito bons e a história sem duvida é absolutamente interessante. A trilha sonora é muito boa e combina muito com a estética do jogo. Parabéns kojima pela obra de arte.
  78. notfake7
    Dec 5, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is okay, I enjoyed this game at the beginning but over time everything started feeling slow, the story was just too long and the game lost my attention after about 70%. I had to kill like 4 or more final bosses and every time I was hoping that this is the last one but no, definitely too the long the game. UI is also overcomplicated, the same animations in terminals were really annoying after a while. I got plat in this game and that was definitely a pain to finish everything.… Expand
  79. skaneria007
    Dec 5, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If it wasn't for the pandemic, I would give the game a 6.5/10. But thanks to the immense boredom of self-quarantine, I invested enough time into the game to actually understand the story. But once I did, I absolutely loved the game!!! I'll be honest, the fun doesn't really start until you're at the middle of the game. And the game mechanics are more-or-less based on reality, so action sequences don't have the best gaming dynamics. However, if they really chose to go the "reality" way, I don't get how a person could possibly carry upwards of 100kgs of cargo on their back and manage to travel uphill.

    But boy, it gets to you towards the end... pretty deep stuff. I even shed a tear when the game got over. The final stretch of the game is when you really learn more stuff about the characters and how they became what they are.
    I just feel like the action sequences could use better combat mechanics, especially during boss fights where Sam (protagonist) gets knocked down and gets eaten before even getting a chance to get up and move.

    My advice to a first time player: yes, its mostly deliveries, but each delivery has new and interesting challenges. If you put enough time into the game, you won't be disappointed. Its certainly not a combat-first game, but it doesn't disappoint.    … Expand
  80. Faxthtax
    Dec 5, 2020
    1
    Jesus .. Kojima must stop eating mushrooms on a daily basis.
    Honestly, what the hell did i just witness? This is the worst piece of drivel i have ever played on a console.
    Looking back, MGSV was a piece of unfinished business that was very overrated, and he make this, a USPS Delivery simulator with some sort of narrative i cant take seriously.. I dont know if he is taking the piss or    Jesus .. Kojima must stop eating mushrooms on a daily basis.
    Honestly, what the hell did i just witness? This is the worst piece of drivel i have ever played on a console.
    Looking back, MGSV was a piece of unfinished business that was very overrated, and he make this, a USPS Delivery simulator with some sort of narrative i cant take seriously.. I dont know if he is taking the piss or not. But one thing is certain, Kojima does not know a fart about making open world games. He basically just makes a large map and keeps it empty, lifeless and dull. He tries his best by throwing music in there on your many endless strolls. But that is just a poor excuse to save. And ALL these absurd details signed Kojima. Like seriously, you deliver corpses to incinerators.. CORPSES!! Suddenly i found myself outside with a dead chick wrapped up and strapped to my back. Deliver This!! ABSURD!!
    And what is it with these menus? So complex, confusing and overly detailed. I just did not understand a thing..
    What he IS good at is graphics. It is pretty though but a waste, but i just dont ever seem to get into Kojima´s bonkers mind. He is a loon. I do not understand why critics praise his garbage so highly just because they still ride on the Metal Gear Solid wave. I for one will never ever throw more money at Kojima productions ever again. A total waste.
    1 for graphics, 0 for everything else.    … Expand
  81. Edfil
    Dec 4, 2020
    10
    An astonishing, confusing, brilliant game from start to finish. A unique and unavoidable game for those who want something more than violence and more violence.
  82. bergcamp101
    Dec 4, 2020
    9
    Big, vast and beautiful game. Music is taking you, plot is deep and thoroughly written. Unforgettable feelings. Bravo.
  83. OldAndCynical
    Dec 3, 2020
    9
    I do not get people who say this game is not fun. Because Death Stranding is one of the funniest games I've played this gen. Genuinely amusing and entertaining at every turn.
    On top of that, the game is full of fresh new ideas and concepts, and the story is fresh too. And the sad fact that 99% of games today are just tired rehashes of old ideas, makes the freshness and uniqueness of Death    I do not get people who say this game is not fun. Because Death Stranding is one of the funniest games I've played this gen. Genuinely amusing and entertaining at every turn.
    On top of that, the game is full of fresh new ideas and concepts, and the story is fresh too. And the sad fact that 99% of games today are just tired rehashes of old ideas, makes the freshness and uniqueness of Death Stranding stand out even more in a positive way.
    One of the greatest joys of this game was learning. I went in blind, and learned to master the environs and the tools the hard way. It took a VERY long time to really 'get' everything, but once I did, I genuinely felt like the master of the battlefield, able to take any order and deliver it with style. And this was great because in most games today, you can learn the ropes in five minutes, so to have something genuinely challenging to play is AWESOME.
    So, if the game is so brill, why I gave it mere 9 and not 10?
    Well, its because of the game world. The world in Death Stranding is extremely barren, and there really is nothing whatsoever to see in it, except for half dozen tiny ruins. Now, some say its because timefall has eroded all away, but if this is so, how come there are certain ruins, unprotected from timefall, that still stand almost intact?
    No, I suspect that the game world was left barren because Kojima intended it to be rebuild full of life by players in the online game. But when the game got such bad reception, Kojima dropped the whole idea and left it as is. Well, whatever the reason, the barrenness of the game world really eats you away, and that's from someone who is used to playing JRPGs that have painfully barren maps...
    Other issue is that there is no real PS4Pro enhancement here. I first played thru the game on regular PS4 when it came out. And now I replayed thru it on PS4Pro. And was shocked to see no difference between the two 'versions'. No real visual enhancement, just bit better framerate, is all that Pro gives me. Disappointing. So, hence 9/10
    Still this game is genuine masterpiece, and one everyone should play thru. Even if it hurts. And if Kojima was ever to see this review, well, thank you for giving us the most unique, and one of the best, game of the generation. If all devs had such vision and ability, our gaming lives would be so much more fascinating and fulfilling.    … Expand
  84. UncleTornado
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    Это хорошая идея, превратить обычный симулятор почтальона, исходя из этого можно сказать шедевр от кадзимы, жалко что не эксклюзив сони
  85. Gravex
    Dec 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I bought this game with the special addition ps4 pro and even though it took me quite a while to beat it , I throughly enjoyed it. Calling it a walking simulator is true at times but I honestly enjoyed putting in the effort to find the best ways to make deliveries and finding ways to make it easier for myself and others that were connected to the same server as I was. The story is spoon fed to you which I did find just a little annoying but after every cutscene it just made me want to continue to see how the story unfolded. I did get max with all facilities in the game just because that is the type of player that I am and I feel if I did not do that I would have completed the game much sooner but there is a sense of accomplishment from doing that and getting the trophy that says only 4% of players actually did it. The ending of the game did a nice job explaining most things about the story and the final cutscene of the main story with Sam and Lou walking away from the incinerator was one of the most touching things I have ever seen from a video game . Couple that with the amazing song choice for the ending cutscene and I could not help but shed some tears at the ending . You truly get attached to your BB. This game is not for everyone, if all you want is action and combat , look elsewhere.… Expand
  86. gettywreckty
    Nov 30, 2020
    10
    I never was a Kojima fanboy but this game clearly made me one. Despite many people claming about the boringness of this game, its slowness and calmness combined with great soundtrack and story made me absolutely love it.
  87. FafaCZ
    Nov 30, 2020
    3
    Most stupid game... very monotonous. Only music and world detail are great, but nothing else. I would like to know how the creators came up with the idea of ​​the game... Sometimes I think that they must take pills and drink alcohol together.
  88. rvp
    Nov 30, 2020
    10
    The game is just greatness. Kojima knows how to tell a great story which you won't forget in a long while. It's not just a good story it's a great one and such a creative one. The atmosphere is soooo god! The soundtrack is great. I really liked the gameplay as it's chill and just fun to explore the world and help in whatever is going on in the world. I get why some people dislike theThe game is just greatness. Kojima knows how to tell a great story which you won't forget in a long while. It's not just a good story it's a great one and such a creative one. The atmosphere is soooo god! The soundtrack is great. I really liked the gameplay as it's chill and just fun to explore the world and help in whatever is going on in the world. I get why some people dislike the gameplay. But it's not the fault of the game if you buy a game whose setting and gameplay you do not like. If you like Jazz and buy a Metal album, you cannot criticize the artists that you do not like the music. The reviews on the internet give a clear picture what the game is. Imo the game is a masterpiece. One of the few games which are brave enough to try something new and I loved it. The story is just great!… Expand
  89. dsokolovskyi
    Nov 30, 2020
    9
    This game is not for everyone. Got a very great experience, for me better such a game than some kind of standard pop game.
  90. Eissa1996
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Death stranding is a unique experience with alot of great and unique ideas that should be experienced by everyone
  91. BuddhaX93
    Mar 30, 2020
    9
    This game has really boring gameplay. Sure, the gameplay was fun and interesting the first 10-15 hours but after a while the grind becomes really boring. But then we have the story and boy (!) it's really interesting sci-fi tale. If you like something new and fresh, with alot of sci-fi then Death stranding won't disspoint. Then we have the graphic and it's the best out there for the PS4.This game has really boring gameplay. Sure, the gameplay was fun and interesting the first 10-15 hours but after a while the grind becomes really boring. But then we have the story and boy (!) it's really interesting sci-fi tale. If you like something new and fresh, with alot of sci-fi then Death stranding won't disspoint. Then we have the graphic and it's the best out there for the PS4. Overall this is a 8.6 for me. The gameplay get's boring after a while but the story want's me to finish it and everything that so fuzzy in the storyline makes sense at the end.… Expand
  92. loiclecool
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    i've never seen a game like this before, it is quite unique and i loved it.
  93. free-meerkat
    Nov 28, 2020
    9
    A game, which once untangled, presents a beautiful and creative story.

    To understand the plot and characters, I highly recommend Noah Caldwell-Gervais' review on YouTube. It's a game which requires you to put in some effort to believe all the ridiculous stuff that's going on. Absolutely not a game for everyone, and really not meant to be. But once you're in, you're in for 60+    A game, which once untangled, presents a beautiful and creative story.

    To understand the plot and characters, I highly recommend Noah Caldwell-Gervais' review on YouTube.

    It's a game which requires you to put in some effort to believe all the ridiculous stuff that's going on.

    Absolutely not a game for everyone, and really not meant to be. But once you're in, you're in for 60+ hours of fun.

    The pacing is an issue, with many moments when you wish the cutscene will end. Furthermore, the pacing towards the end is not great, especially the last 2-3 hours.

    The voice acting and Hollywood actors which participated in this project are great and thoroughly enjoyable.

    Make sure this game is for you before playing to avoid disappointment.    … Expand
  94. Alowe39
    Nov 28, 2020
    9
    This is an exceptional game. I can understand why it divides people and I do get why it isn't for many, but for me it really hit the mark as a game that looked to provide something radically different to your average game. Calling it a delivery simulator or Amazon simulator does not reflect the nuance and intelligence of the core game mechanic and overarching narrative. The world isThis is an exceptional game. I can understand why it divides people and I do get why it isn't for many, but for me it really hit the mark as a game that looked to provide something radically different to your average game. Calling it a delivery simulator or Amazon simulator does not reflect the nuance and intelligence of the core game mechanic and overarching narrative. The world is stunning, and I particularly enjoyed the asynchronous multiplayer element. I am not a massive multiplayer person so wasn't expecting to really engage with that aspect, but it added an interesting and meaningful dimension and I found myself going out of my way to leave tools that could help other players. Definitely worth playing, and delivers something very different.… Expand
  95. Yennorth
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра за последнее время. Терпение вознаграждает игрока в конце шикарным сюжетом и концовкой
  96. alexandrumna
    Nov 28, 2020
    9
    Amazing game! I don't even know what category to place this game in. It is something different. It feels like more than just a game. The story is definitely the best thing about this game. I would rate it 12/10. Graphics and music are also a solid 10. It's a very addictive game and yes, if you expect a souls-like game, then this is not the game for you. I love how you engage with theAmazing game! I don't even know what category to place this game in. It is something different. It feels like more than just a game. The story is definitely the best thing about this game. I would rate it 12/10. Graphics and music are also a solid 10. It's a very addictive game and yes, if you expect a souls-like game, then this is not the game for you. I love how you engage with the community by building things for all of you to use and helping everyone by donating equipment. And I kept being blown away by the little things in this like ylu can see the tears drop on the cheek and then on the chin. This is just an example. The only downside is that it can become a drag if you are a completionist and gameplay mechanics could have been more polished, other than that it's amazing. If you are in a search of a great game with a great story, this game is for you. Don't listen to all the low reviews as most I think are from children unable to comprehend the greatness of this game and would only play minecraft and fortnite. This game is something else and it deserves a try.… Expand
  97. Omarunes95
    Nov 26, 2020
    9
    A game that not everyone will get at first but shall shine when take a minute and think about it, it's a breath of fresh air in a world filled with map objectives that you have to tick off and collect, the story is definitely interesting. It is a very different game than anything most gamers have experienced and i have to admit that the younger audiences won't appreciate it at first butA game that not everyone will get at first but shall shine when take a minute and think about it, it's a breath of fresh air in a world filled with map objectives that you have to tick off and collect, the story is definitely interesting. It is a very different game than anything most gamers have experienced and i have to admit that the younger audiences won't appreciate it at first but hopefully people will see the charm of the game when they play it. The visuals and style are extremely impressive the gameplay is tight and intuitive and the soundtrack just fits with the whole experience that kojima wanted us to experience. Go into it with an open mind and you won't be disappointed.… Expand
  98. super_absorber
    Nov 26, 2020
    0
    Edit 26/11/2020: Picked it up again since I'm bored waiting for Cyberpunk 2077. This game is really a trash game that offers nothing. Gameplay? Not fun. Control? Bad. Story? Boring. What is worse is that this game really makes you frustrated and angry at its stupid design. It should worth less than $5. I changed the rating from 4 to 0. Sorry,, all the cons outweigh everything else

    I'm    Edit 26/11/2020: Picked it up again since I'm bored waiting for Cyberpunk 2077. This game is really a trash game that offers nothing. Gameplay? Not fun. Control? Bad. Story? Boring. What is worse is that this game really makes you frustrated and angry at its stupid design. It should worth less than $5. I changed the rating from 4 to 0. Sorry,, all the cons outweigh everything else

    I'm about 15 hours in, and I will say that this is the only game I have said "trash game" among all the Ps4 games I have played. Good graphics, so far a so-so story, and the worst gameplay and traversal in the world. Would not recommend this game to anyone when there are so many other good games out there    … Expand
  99. Qwazar
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    I don't understand why those fake accounts are review bombing this game, this is quite evil. This game doesn't deserve 3.3. That's why I will contribute a little to improve it.

    I came across that game after finishing MGS5. Ohh.. What could I Tell you. This game definitely very hard to digest (in terms of story). However gameplay is very unique. I didn't like it at first few hours. But    I don't understand why those fake accounts are review bombing this game, this is quite evil. This game doesn't deserve 3.3. That's why I will contribute a little to improve it.

    I came across that game after finishing MGS5. Ohh..
    What could I Tell you. This game definitely very hard to digest (in terms of story). However gameplay is very unique. I didn't like it at first few hours. But after receiving some cool gadgets, I started to truly enjoy it.

    Well I don't know how to tell, but I think that that game becomes bater and better by you playing it . I think that it is quite true that not everyone could enjoy it. The story is amazing. If there is a reason why you must play it. Only to finish the story.    … Expand
  100. PoopJuice07
    Nov 25, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great way of delivering a story, awesome boss fights especially to Higgs a reference to Metal Gear Solid fight. Another masterpiece of hideo kojima… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 111 Critic Reviews

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