Death Stranding

 PlayStation 4
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7.4

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  1. explodr
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    I'm really shocked by all the negative reviews. I read some before playing, and figured the game would be boring and repetitive as some of them say. So I braced for the worst and... 10 hours later I'm still enthralled. This type of gameplay isn't for everyone- if you're looking for a mindless shooter or hack-n-slasher, you probably won't like it, as it requires a bit of thinking andI'm really shocked by all the negative reviews. I read some before playing, and figured the game would be boring and repetitive as some of them say. So I braced for the worst and... 10 hours later I'm still enthralled. This type of gameplay isn't for everyone- if you're looking for a mindless shooter or hack-n-slasher, you probably won't like it, as it requires a bit of thinking and planning. But in objective terms, Death Stranding is in a class of its own.

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

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

    Overall, I think Death Stranding deserves an 85-90% score. Very few titles display this level of passion, creativity, and a mastery over UI.    … Expand
  2. Dusnay
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    game super! the plot is fantastic! Kojima is a genius!!! The game has a lot of interesting, beautiful music!
  3. NintendoArabia
    Nov 10, 2019
    7
    What can I say about death stranding .
    The game almost Got it .
    Every single thing about the game is perfect but when you mix them together they don’t work in harmony , I feel like there’s something missing it needs something more .
    But in the end love it or hate it I do believe the Game is a experience that you should try to play it .
  4. AMOLAPIZZA
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This game is love
    This game is poetry This game is hope for humanity
    You can’t call Yourself a gamer and Don’t Like this game.
    Recommended 10/10
  5. Purple-Urkel
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    It’s the most relaxing video game that I’ve ever played. Reminds me of riding my horse around the map in rdr2. I love it, but the whole game is walking around a beautiful map so it might not be for everyone
  6. BananaJNR
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    PERFEITO, o jogo trás mecânicas novas nunca antes vistas, os gráficos são sensacionais, jogabilidade impecável, a história é extremamente complexa
  7. ronboat
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    one of a kind experience, crazy how a game like journey was so well received and this has so much hate
  8. pibeplay83
    Nov 10, 2019
    1
    order simulator !! is this **** Kojima stops playing games !!! The best you already had in the metal gear is already there! Dense and stupid bored jubilate don't buy it !!
  9. Arigus
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. The integrity of the script, the graphics are super even on ps4 fat, the gameplay that you do not relax even for 1 minute. What I want to say is that Kajima is a Genius!!!
  10. greynose
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    There are people who think movies like Stalker by Tarkovsky or Tokyo Story by Ozu are crap. There are people who think Dostoevsky is hoax and Crime & Punishment is boring. There are people who rate Death Stranding 0/10, and they want the creative industry to limit itself to feeding them fast-food xx.

    Bad pacing? Don't even tell me if you are still in the first area (Eastern Area as    There are people who think movies like Stalker by Tarkovsky or Tokyo Story by Ozu are crap. There are people who think Dostoevsky is hoax and Crime & Punishment is boring. There are people who rate Death Stranding 0/10, and they want the creative industry to limit itself to feeding them fast-food xx.

    Bad pacing? Don't even tell me if you are still in the first area (Eastern Area as it's called in the game). As in every other game, the first part is for naiveté like you, to get you familiar with the mechanics of the game. Boring? It's in fact weirdly addictive and satisfactory. I give it a 10/10, not because I want to balance out the 0s in here, but because it breaks out of conventions that are what's really making most games boring these days. You are no longer challenging this guy or that––each trip is a challenge. Killing is no longer the way you approach another being––even the concept of killing is itself being overturned in the grand backdrop of Death Stranding. You are no longer alone, although so often you feel lonely in the game. As in the prophetic prologue quote from Kubō Abe, you are no longer holding sticks but ropes.

    I recommend this game, not just to niche players but to all who still love gaming. There are different ways to tell a story, and we do not need to limit ourselves to one.    … Expand
  11. Thiago_mcd
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Great game, made with great attention to details. A different approach to stealth games. Amazing storytelling. Kojima just prove again, that he knows what he is doing!
  12. tetetoto
    Nov 10, 2019
    1
    So bored, so hyped. Meaningless quest, but only meaningful to HIDEO KOJIMA. Very disapointed.
  13. amritanshu09
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Amazing superb brilliant game of the year for me might not be for everyone but definitely for me
  14. Rickywestside
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is nothing more than package delivery and walking slowly. A horrible game that has no excuse for being as dull and full of itself as it is. Don’t waste your time playing this game.… Expand
  15. Richardmoreno19
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    pior jogo que já joguei na minha vida, um lixo como tudo que o kojima faz, não joguem
  16. Bubnogromishe
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    What could be easier than the delivery of the parcel? But it’s so addictive, and I don’t understand why, the longer you play, the more you want to play. With the advent of opponents and various devices, the game becomes even more interesting.
  17. crazycupmuffin
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    One of my favourite gameplay experiences ever. It is unlike anything i've played before. It is however probably closer to euro truck simulator 2 than say metal gear solid. And i'm glad. Yes you are delivering from A to B. But the journeys in between go from zen-like to action with human enemies to stranger things kinda horror with the BT's then back to relaxing journey all in one mission.One of my favourite gameplay experiences ever. It is unlike anything i've played before. It is however probably closer to euro truck simulator 2 than say metal gear solid. And i'm glad. Yes you are delivering from A to B. But the journeys in between go from zen-like to action with human enemies to stranger things kinda horror with the BT's then back to relaxing journey all in one mission. It's very unique. Great sci fi story, settings, graphics are the best i've seen, gameplay loop gets you hooked.
    Just dont buy if you are expecting, yet another by-the-numbers corporate AAA title. It's not that genre. Anyone that enjoyed no mans sky though for example, will love death stranding.    … Expand
  18. Sparrow_Odessa
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Игра великолепная, определенно лучшая игра 2019-го года. Главный враг в игре - это длинный путь, который нужно преодолеть, и при этом не растерять важный груз. Потрясающие сюжет и визуал находятся на максимально высоком уровне, а геймплей в свою очередь достаточно необычный и умный, я бы даже сказал тактический, поскольку перед каждой доставкой все нужно обдумывать и рассчитывать. КорочеИгра великолепная, определенно лучшая игра 2019-го года. Главный враг в игре - это длинный путь, который нужно преодолеть, и при этом не растерять важный груз. Потрясающие сюжет и визуал находятся на максимально высоком уровне, а геймплей в свою очередь достаточно необычный и умный, я бы даже сказал тактический, поскольку перед каждой доставкой все нужно обдумывать и рассчитывать. Короче эта игра не для малолеток, обожающих бессмысленные свистоперделки, но это очень образцовый проект для всей индустрии, ведь он дает игроку что-то действительно новое и неповторимое. За все весьма длительное прохождение мне нисколечко не надоело доставлять эти грузы, в первую очередь за счет того, что в каждой следующей миссии появляются новые приспособление и штуковины, приносящие в процесс доставки новые элементы и в целом облегчающие доставку. Также сильно держит сюжет, о котором даже после выключения приставки часто вспоминаешь и размышляешь. Ничего более интересного и залипательного в этом году не было.… Expand
  19. qrzombie
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Spent two days at this wonderful game. Unusual mechanics and total control over every step is what I was so lacking in modern games. And I will continue to enjoy the game.
    Every encounter with the BTs is something.
    Every delivery is planning and thinking about the way.
    Norman Reedus, Lea Seydoux, Mads Mikkelsen and others - it's just some kind of dream!
    The game gives a completely different experience than the games of the generation of popcorn.
    I never regretted it when I bought it, and my expectation since 2016 was fully justified.
    I advise everyone to dive into it.

    Hey, haters, did you bought the game?    … Expand
  20. GroLJ
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Абсолютный шедевр, самобытный и не повторимый.
    Но игра не для всех, но точно для тех, кто ценит и любит видеоигры.
  21. eldoutrinador
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horrível, CHATO, arrastado, irritante e insuportável. Não entendo como alguém vai jogar 50 horas disso.… Expand
  22. Godsat
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    A diferent game. A new genre. A connected game like never before. Kojima is a genius and his creativity is much more than welcome.
  23. TL_1125
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game！i love it！It’s so fun，so beautiful and charm Kojima Hideo’s aesthetic and glamour is the number one in the industry.
    The daily and hard work of the courier, I can understand it now, but not only the deliveryman itself, but also the connection between people, is the essence of this game.    … Expand
  24. BlazinBender
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    So I got the game at launch and I’ve been playing whenever I have a free moment! The game is gorgeous and the gameplay is revolutionary! A masterpiece for sure. There is a lot of strategy when it comes to completing objectives and the travel may turn off players used to instant gratification due to the length of travel and the loneliness of the environment, but the joy I get fromSo I got the game at launch and I’ve been playing whenever I have a free moment! The game is gorgeous and the gameplay is revolutionary! A masterpiece for sure. There is a lot of strategy when it comes to completing objectives and the travel may turn off players used to instant gratification due to the length of travel and the loneliness of the environment, but the joy I get from completing a run is indescribable! If you don’t have patience then this game is not for you! Excellent in every way!… Expand
  25. Lifestream
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Partirò citando quello che in tanti esperti del settore hanno già detto, questo è il gioco di cui l'industria videoludica aveva bisogno ma che non si merita. Facendo una prima analisi parziale derivata dalle mie prime 15h di gioco si può già delineare un comparto tecnico d'eccellenza, dalla regia, al sonoro fino ad arrivare alla grafica. Ora andiamo ad analizzare la cosa più criticataPartirò citando quello che in tanti esperti del settore hanno già detto, questo è il gioco di cui l'industria videoludica aveva bisogno ma che non si merita. Facendo una prima analisi parziale derivata dalle mie prime 15h di gioco si può già delineare un comparto tecnico d'eccellenza, dalla regia, al sonoro fino ad arrivare alla grafica. Ora andiamo ad analizzare la cosa più criticata soprattutto paradossalmente da chi il gioco neanche lo ha provato ovvero il gameplay, questo è il classico gioco che non può e forse non vuole essere capito solamente guardando delle fasi di gameplay altrui ma che va provato pad alla mano per capire le sensazioni prodotte da un gameplay apparentemente ripetitivo ma maledettamente profondo. Ok lo scopo principale è portare dei pacchi da un punto A a un punto B e questo potrebbe far storcere il naso, ma quando si scopre tutto quello che implica il viaggio e tutte le meccaniche che ci sono in mezzo si rimane a dir poco basiti e appagati da ogni azione. Prima di tutto ogni parte del terreno è gameplay di conseguenza anche azioni apparentemente semplici come attraversare un fiume o scalare un pendio devono essere un'attenta analisi di diversi fattori quali peso trasportato (gestibile attraverso un dettagliatissimo menù), bilanciamento, vigore, psiche, profondità o inclinazione del terreno a seconda e tanto tanto altro. Di conseguenza le azioni che negli altri videogiochi sono le più banali qua diventano estremamente appaganti. Il tutto condito dall'oramai famoso social strand system ovvero la connessione indiretta tramite altri giocatori con la possibilità di condividere carichi, consegnare quelli smarriti da altri utenti, costruire e potenziare un notevole numero di edifici ognuno con scopi e peculiarità diverse. La sensazione di trovare l'oggetto essenziale per il tuo viaggio al momento giusto nel posto giusto lasciato da un altro giocatore è davvero impagabile. E' davvero troppo difficile poter spiegare tutto va assolutamente giocato, senza contare che ogni consegna è un continuo aggiungere di nuovi strumenti, meccaniche, voci nel menù, mezzi creando un stratificazione di avanzamento del gameplay mai noiosa. Ma non dimentichiamoci che c'è anche, nonostante sia in secondo piano una componente action e stealth (cose sulle quali devo ancora approfondire dato che sono ancora nelle prime fasi). Inoltre già da subito si possono notare all'interno dell'opera tematiche importanti portate da kojima quali ambientalismo, una forte critica ai crescenti sovranismi che tendono a isolare invece di connettere e al cyber bullismo. In ultimo lo story telling è mozzafiato ma di questo Kojima è maestro e si sapeva.… Expand
  26. StopRussophobia
    Nov 10, 2019
    4
    Meh Game
    Kojima isnt genius anymore I guess MGS5 was his mistake too.......
  27. dpaudiophile
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    As you should expect, people with short attention-spans aren't liking the game. screw them.

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

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

    I'm not giving it a 10/10 because the combat is kinda meh, and a couple other things too, but they're so minor that it really doesn't matter or take away much from the entirety of this Death Stranding's greatness.    … Expand
  28. Martincuzzo
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Entre tanto battle royale, shooter y sandboxs genericos y sin alma, aparece este juego, simple , novedoso y adictivo, tecnicamente impecable, hermoso juego
  29. Isaacmj
    Nov 10, 2019
    1
    Es un juego muy aburrido y muy pretencioso, una basura, toda la campaña de marketing fue humo y del malo no se lo recomiendo a nadie Y la nota de la prensa me parece un insulto
  30. Fr117
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Después de 30 horas puedo ver porque este juego tiene tan variadas calificaciones y es que no es una aventura para todos, si vienes buscando una aventura 100% accion quedaras decepcionado ya que esta obra a pesar de parecer un juego "aburrido" se basa mas que nada en lo variado de sus mecanicas y es lo que te puede enganchar tanto tiempo ,no se limita a solo ser un shooter mas.
  31. Danyboyr26
    Nov 10, 2019
    8
    it's a great game, it's a patience game and it's really not meant for anyone
  32. Cold_IcedCoffee
    Nov 10, 2019
    8
    Death Stranding is a slow game. If you love scenery and adventure, this is it. The concept of the game and the science that goes behind it is very interesting and hard to wrap your head around. I have ran into little to none issues in this game and I believe this game is polished well. My hopes were high on this one and I was very satisfied. I only wish people would deliver their packagesDeath Stranding is a slow game. If you love scenery and adventure, this is it. The concept of the game and the science that goes behind it is very interesting and hard to wrap your head around. I have ran into little to none issues in this game and I believe this game is polished well. My hopes were high on this one and I was very satisfied. I only wish people would deliver their packages and stop leaving EVERYTHING in my post box FOREVER. Though I love going back and forth between locations and seeing things change overtime.… Expand
  33. Takecare
    Nov 10, 2019
    1
    Maalesef oyun çok kötü, kojima hiç yapamamış.
    Adının ekmeğini yemek istese bile oyun o kadar kötü ki buna müsaade etmez.
    kargo simulasyonu yapıp, cok sağlam teknolojinin olduğu yerde her yere yürüyerek götürtmek oyuncuyu büyük başarısızlık. Kojima yaptı diye böyle kötü bir oyunun altında kendimizi zorlayıp sanatsal derinlik aramaya gerek yok. Hikayede cok klasik büyük amerika, dünyanın    Maalesef oyun çok kötü, kojima hiç yapamamış.
    Adının ekmeğini yemek istese bile oyun o kadar kötü ki buna müsaade etmez.
    kargo simulasyonu yapıp, cok sağlam teknolojinin olduğu yerde her yere yürüyerek götürtmek oyuncuyu büyük başarısızlık.
    Kojima yaptı diye böyle kötü bir oyunun altında kendimizi zorlayıp sanatsal derinlik aramaya gerek yok.
    Hikayede cok klasik büyük amerika, dünyanın donu amerika, amerika da amerika.
    Yeni bir şey deniyorum dediği şey diğer oyuncuların itemlerini kullanmak oda 3 4 yerde en fazla lazım oluyor çok büyük bir etkisi yok.
    Koskoca açık dünya oyun yapmışsın keşif hissi yok dümdüz arazi her yer.
    Keşfetmeye ihtiyaç duycağın hiç bir şey yok, açık dünya adı altında oyunu sınırlandırmış resmen.    … Expand
  34. PaBorges
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O mundo aberto não é explorável pelo tamanho do mapa... Poderia ter recompensas a ser adquiridas e encontrados neste mesmo mundo aberto, pois é muita andança de um ponto A ao B sem nada pra se fazer ou adquirir praticamente, e outra como pode ser tão realista como muitos falam, como o personagem consegue andar com e se equilibrar com um monte de caixas nas costas e até mesmo lutar!? Esquisito demais na minha opinião...… Expand
  35. MrMementoMori
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    in defense of the genre. this is not your every day video game kiddos. confusion and curiosity go hand in hand in this one.
  36. suuckt
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Un juego muy personal con una historia atrapante. Una nueva ip muy fresca El juego quizás partió con muchas cinemáticas. Pero que eran necesarias para poder entender lo que nos querían transmitir. Fue muy arriesgado y interesante desde un principió
  37. AnarchoCaptain
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Fantastic and brave. What could have been simply a Fedex simulator is lush due to the "strand" factor that makes the world feel like it's expanding a bit more with every advancement and every delivery. What I found most surprising was not the level of details that Kojima infuses into his games (what you can pick up, animations and interactions) but more the cooperative factor from otherFantastic and brave. What could have been simply a Fedex simulator is lush due to the "strand" factor that makes the world feel like it's expanding a bit more with every advancement and every delivery. What I found most surprising was not the level of details that Kojima infuses into his games (what you can pick up, animations and interactions) but more the cooperative factor from other gamers (Dark Souls). Placing helpful signs, cheering people on, leaving gifts...Seeing a new bridge pop up or pitching in materials to finish up a structure is fun and keeps giving you reasons to grab just one...more...delivery. The genius of the game is the zen like moments it creates (should you choose to embrace the atmosphere) and then the hard shifts when you're spotted by MULES or stumble upon BT territory and the ante goes up.

    Again, kudos to Kojima. It's not a "perfect" game. It's a brave game in a world that is ever tempted to give into producing the same old rehashed shooters and open world games that try to throw so much at you but never really make it feel like it mattered. Akin to popcorn Summer blockbusters. They're fun and necessary. But so are art house films that make you feel something deeper or remind you of why you love cinema (gaming in this case).

    You'll probably know if this game is for you by now. If you're just starting, get to Chapter 3. Echoing what other outlets are saying, things probably hit their stride there for most people though I found the early two chapters nowhere near as monotonous as people were saying early on. I hope to see more risks taken like this from developers in the future. This is the first game in the nearly 35 years I've been playing them since the early Nintendo days that reminded me that brave ideas make for the most memorable experiences.

    Recommend!    … Expand
  38. hitsuyosi
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    I have played a lot of games, but this is the first time I feel its fun when I just running to my distination. When I succesfully overcome all the difficulty moment in my way, dilivered a heavy package, I feel so much sense of achievment.
    In other openworld games, I always expect skip the boring travelling, reach my distination, and then have some fun in that location. But here I already    I have played a lot of games, but this is the first time I feel its fun when I just running to my distination. When I succesfully overcome all the difficulty moment in my way, dilivered a heavy package, I feel so much sense of achievment.
    In other openworld games, I always expect skip the boring travelling, reach my distination, and then have some fun in that location. But here I already have enough fun during the travelling, I need to find the very optimized route to carry as much as possible without screwing up everything.
    In addition, there are fights with BTs, as well as human enemies, its already fun enough without them.
    The story is great, I don't have to mention. Everything you might have question is explained well in the story. You feel everything you are doing is on purpose, give you immersion that let your emotion same with main charactor.    … Expand
  39. Gray-fox
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    A new take on paper boy. A lot of MGS references that makes it familiar but new.
  40. STRONGHEART
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing. I've read some other reviews and have come to the conclusion that whoever gave poor reviews is a casual gamer. If you are casual then dont buy this but if you are a true gamer then you will love it.
  41. GutiOut
    Nov 10, 2019
    2
    + Looks good and sounds good.
    - DS is literally the most boring game ever designed (not literally but you understand me).
    Kojima, did you chose the wrong industry ?

    "Everyday is pretty much the same **** boring monotony and it's crushing my spirit" (The Man Who Delivers).

    *If you want a walking simulator this is your game.
  42. Jeffskt
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Perfect graphics, story and gameplay! Kojima as always does not disappoint, game unlike any other, besides the stars that play the game.
  43. Matzneo
    Nov 8, 2019
    0
    El hype pudo con este juego, nos bombardearon todos los días con publicidad y noticias en todas las páginas posibles y al final el juego es un mojon
  44. WhiteAL
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This game may seems boring, but it’s actually really interesting as if you have a try.
  45. wuyinzhe01
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    If you like FPS games, this game is not suggested for you.
    Only watch twitch will let you fell sleepy. But if you play it, you will fell this game's glamour.
    It's great amazing.
  46. adrean90
    Nov 10, 2019
    8
    I don't really think it's a bad game... I think too many people are hating on this game for no reason. I think it's a very entertaining game and has a interesting story. It by no means a "masterpiece" or a "10 out of 10!" game, however death stranding is a mailman simulator with action, stealth, and horror elements. If you are looking for a crazy action game this isn't it. But if you likeI don't really think it's a bad game... I think too many people are hating on this game for no reason. I think it's a very entertaining game and has a interesting story. It by no means a "masterpiece" or a "10 out of 10!" game, however death stranding is a mailman simulator with action, stealth, and horror elements. If you are looking for a crazy action game this isn't it. But if you like really weird game with a interesting story then check this one out.… Expand
  47. Crisqueer
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    If you like COD o Fornite... This game is not for u........................
  48. Xem92
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    The story is interesting and engaging, the gameplay is fun and relaxing, I really enjoyed the experience and was really excited to see each turn the story provided. It was great, especially the hades segments.
  49. Nery17
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Crecer jugando videojuegos desde los 90s me ha dado la facultad de poder calificar está genial obra maestra... No es perfecto pero es diferente a lo que hay en estos últimos tiempos.. Un soplo de aire fresco...
  50. robertonunez
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    A good game. Some mechanic seem repetitive.. but in deep the history has is own character... a hideo kojima game... sound pretty unreal but kojima deliverys a realy masterpeace .......

    his game is another true hideo kojima masterpiece. the gameplay is fresh and new the concepts or deep the story is someone out there but still told in great hideo kojima fashion. The graphics are    A good game. Some mechanic seem repetitive.. but in deep the history has is own character... a hideo kojima game... sound pretty unreal but kojima deliverys a realy masterpeace .......

    his game is another true hideo kojima masterpiece.

    the gameplay is fresh and new the concepts or deep the story is someone out there but still told in great hideo kojima fashion.

    The graphics are phenomenal especially for PlayStation 4 and PS4 Pro.

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  51. Navi_
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Good and deep game. Movement in front, without regard to the past.
    Trekking.
  52. SoulSword13
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This game is another true hideo kojima masterpiece.

    the gameplay is fresh and new the concepts or deep the story is someone out there but still told in great hideo kojima fashion.

    The graphics are phenomenal especially for PlayStation 4 and PS4 Pro.

    If you're a fan of hideo kojima's games and you're a fan of open world nuances this games.
  53. aaronjf94
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    This game is horribly boring and full of micromanagement to a ridiculous degree. It also doesn't look as good as was shown. Various issues on the ps4 pro screen tearing, lag spikes. At least they let people know in advance the first half is super boring.
  54. Monschau76
    Nov 10, 2019
    3
    I really wanted to like this game because the story seemed great. However...the controls are super clunky..the menus are confusing...and is just not good. I hope that people have a better experience than I did with it. Played for 10 hours and deleted game. I hope Kojima starts making movies and stays away from making games. Terrible. I gave this a 3 because the world looks amazing andI really wanted to like this game because the story seemed great. However...the controls are super clunky..the menus are confusing...and is just not good. I hope that people have a better experience than I did with it. Played for 10 hours and deleted game. I hope Kojima starts making movies and stays away from making games. Terrible. I gave this a 3 because the world looks amazing and the sound track is great. Game is terrible.… Expand
  55. OneBrutalGamer
    Nov 10, 2019
    1
    Kojima é superestimado. Embora ele seja um produtor Ok, exageraram no hype dessa produção. Death Stranding é pretensioso demais, exagerou no tamanho do mapa, na história com excesso de cutscenes e esqueceu de inserir conteúdo. As missões são sempre repetitivas, o jogador demora demais para ir de um ponto ao outro fazer as entregas, enquanto demora meia hora para realizar a entrega, nãoKojima é superestimado. Embora ele seja um produtor Ok, exageraram no hype dessa produção. Death Stranding é pretensioso demais, exagerou no tamanho do mapa, na história com excesso de cutscenes e esqueceu de inserir conteúdo. As missões são sempre repetitivas, o jogador demora demais para ir de um ponto ao outro fazer as entregas, enquanto demora meia hora para realizar a entrega, não acontece nada durante a jornada, mas as vezes pode ter uma batalha ridiculamente patética e sem desafio algum. O jogo prometia uma física extremamente realista e inovadora. Nada demais nisso pois quando se usa algum veículo, principalmente a moto, a física se mostra quebrada e mal feita. Jogo horrível, entendiante. Não funciona, não passa de um simulador de correios hightech durante o fim do mundo.… Expand
  56. ColdFire02
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    I loved the game, but it's not a game for everyone. Been waiting nearly 3 years for this.
  57. bielholanda308
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    entra na galeria de piores jogos de todos os tempos uma desgraça completa, quero meu reembolso ! não há palavras para descrever tamanho lixo que esse jogo é !
  58. Bruno2511
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    Jogo entediante e repetitivo só faz entregas do começo ao fim. Além do game não apresentar cenas de ação,como prometido o jg e enjoativo e não faz sentido nenhum fora os bugs.
  59. Pliskins
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente, novedoso y carismático;
    -Es el juego más ingenioso he intuitivo que jugado en toda mi vida.
    -Tiene todos los ingredientes para ser adictivo y a la vez convertirse en un juego de culto.    … Expand
  60. johndenton
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Awesome game, good story,graphics, soundtrack and physics. except for the poor gameplay.
  61. WilliamP
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    Jogo repetitivo, muito chato. Kojima errou feio desta vez. Maior parte do desafio é manter a personagem equilibrado. Muito ruim pra Sony que já nos brindou com jogo como God of War
  62. BrunoAraujo951
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    O game tem uma boa história e intriga a todo momento. Pode ser lento demais para alguns devido a principal atividade de entregas, mas após um tempo você descobre que pode só fazer as entregas principais para avançar mais rapidamente pela história. Death Stranding entrega uma experiência inovadora que pode ser excepcional para uns e medíocre (em seu real significado) para outros. OsO game tem uma boa história e intriga a todo momento. Pode ser lento demais para alguns devido a principal atividade de entregas, mas após um tempo você descobre que pode só fazer as entregas principais para avançar mais rapidamente pela história. Death Stranding entrega uma experiência inovadora que pode ser excepcional para uns e medíocre (em seu real significado) para outros. Os gráficos são lindos e o jogo quase não tem bugs em seu lançamento. Pra quem quer um jogo pra se jogar por muito tempo, que não seja frenético o tempo todo e com alguns alívios cômicos, esse game é sem dúvidas uma boa experiência. Só não dou 10 por que nada é perfeito e realmente poderiam ter uma maior objetividade na história principal. Vale a aposta.… Expand
  63. emanuelfer
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Un juego fuera de serie , diferente a todo.
    Por momentos manejas a un ser humano y no a un PJ.
    La ost es descomunal , el mundo inhospito y cuidar esa carga como oro junto al BB.
    No estábamos preparados para algo así y tenían razón
  64. Atreus08
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    La historia y sus gráficas muy bonitas y todo, pero no logra generar interés en seguirlo jugando por su aburridísimo gameplay.
    Las misiones, los enemigos, mecánicas y bosses son de lo más simplón que la industria nos ha dado.
  65. KiiOO
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    "You play a post-apocalyptic Mailman that scares ghosts away with bottles of his piss and excrement."

    10/10.

    On a serious note though - Death Stranding is a fresh new experience, it gives you a break from the norms we now face in gaming. It is peaceful and carries a strong message about helping others.
  66. Mamatilloff
    Nov 10, 2019
    8
    It's a well job done, different kind of story, it's a OK game..............................
  67. Mat565
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    I am LOVING the game,it's a fun game,and memorable one,so satisfying,good game etc
  68. redbattle
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    It's actually alarming seeing how many professional and amateur critics alike can't get over the fact that the gameplay focus in Death Stranding isn't geared mainly towards combat encounters. Weird considering the best players in MGS are aiming to get in and out with as few straight up combat encounters as possible. There's so much to love about this game and it's well worth a look.
  69. Mastermiomz
    Nov 10, 2019
    1
    The game is boring, it is a walking simulator, simplistic missions, the game comes down to graphics only, the character has to mix with the various 'packages' he has to deliver, I don't understand this deification of Kojima, dull game without challenges, boring, full of cutscenes and CG ... Extreme Tasteful Game
  70. andgarciabr
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Um salve pra galera da SAD Games, que sempre apoiou o kojima que é um Deus!
  71. Poptaka
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Kojima’s Death Stranding is very much the ‘marmite’ of video games. You either love salty spreads or you don’t. You’ll love DS or you’ll hate it. Any assessment of the quality of the game is made so complex given the sheer scale of the spectacle of Kojima and any of his works. DA really does force the player to question their own philosophy of what constitutes a game, of what constitutesKojima’s Death Stranding is very much the ‘marmite’ of video games. You either love salty spreads or you don’t. You’ll love DS or you’ll hate it. Any assessment of the quality of the game is made so complex given the sheer scale of the spectacle of Kojima and any of his works. DA really does force the player to question their own philosophy of what constitutes a game, of what constitutes art. And for the game’s ability to do that, the spectacle in which it occurs, and the complexity of the themes and game world that it tries (successfully or not successfully depending on the above love/hate of marmite) to present is worthy of praise. I love my marmite. I love this game. I cannot remember being this drawn into a world before in gaming.… Expand
  72. kenjirou
    Nov 10, 2019
    4
    I bought the collector's edition and it is wonderful (the baby is funny), but not to mention the game... It is much less than I thought, it is extremely boring, I can only highlight music and cinematics.
  73. MrBumpy
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    One of the best games i`ve played.
    Big thanks to the creators! Especially for the longest interesting ending i ever seen!)
  74. Officialaeazy
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Awesome game! If you are looking for a hatch and slash game then this isn’t for you. But if you looking for a game with a great/weird storyline and great voice acting then this is for you. Graphics are amazing especially on a PS4 Pro.
  75. HotaruKensaki
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    The story is just great and the game itself is really good even tho its a new genre.
    I just dont know what to say, another Kojima masterpiece.
  76. nick_junkie
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Great meditative gameplay which allows player to help another players and fascinating story
  77. NoutRyot
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfeito !!! Mais uma obra de Kojima !!! Efeitos sonoros incríveis!!! Gráficos animais e uma história cativante !!! Definem esse game com um pé no futuro !!! Simples se curte esse estilo de jogo compre !!! A indústria precisa de games assim !!! E um jogo de campo aberto onde você tem que estar atento e controlando tudo !!! Incrível… Expand
  78. SandroTevez
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Kojima is a master! His games are unique! Death stranding is Art, I understand the haters fell sorry about them lol!
  79. ELLIEZEL-GAMING
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Very much like MGSV when it comes to pacing in its story but sticking with it for 8 hours or more, can be a really rewarding experience. The story, music, and creative character design overall just feels very Kojima. I wouldn't compare it to metal gear but it definitely is a masterpiece.

    This is truly a necessary game to the video game industry.
  80. Dobrolubov
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a very good game. Of course, she is not for everyone. Worthy of rare connoisseurs of games of this genre… Expand
  81. kratosdeusdague
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    game horrivel, simulador de andar com cutscenes excessivas, isso era pra ser um jogo
  82. TBiondich
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Summary, you are a postal worker walking away form ghost, not running just walking. Save your money, go watch someone stream this first.… Expand
  83. igorpmorais
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    I think that with this Game, PS4 is saying its farewells in the best way possible. I just love it TONS.
  84. CBL2744
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This game is so intricately designed and the systems are so complex, it's a wonder they developed and released this in 4 years. When Ubisoft, Bethesda, EA, etc. are churning broken games with no content, this is an Oasis in the gaming landscape right now. Yes, the pace is slow in the first two episodes but I think that sets you up For an incredible experience from episode 3 and on.This game is so intricately designed and the systems are so complex, it's a wonder they developed and released this in 4 years. When Ubisoft, Bethesda, EA, etc. are churning broken games with no content, this is an Oasis in the gaming landscape right now. Yes, the pace is slow in the first two episodes but I think that sets you up For an incredible experience from episode 3 and on. Wonderful game that I will be sinking hundreds of hours into.… Expand
  85. SSonetti
    Nov 10, 2019
    3
    Entediante. A necesside de tentar se provar que é um cineasta, atrapalha a real entrega de que é necessaria na area de games. Infelizmente o hype foi excessivo e essa idolatria com Kojima é desnecessário.
  86. Jefedemuchanina
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    One of the most boring vapid games ive ever played you know its bad when kojima fanboys are pumping 10’s at it and its still only at a 7
  87. Geber
    Nov 10, 2019
    3
    Trash game, good movie. But we review games here not movies, this game is basically a walk simulator with a lot of cut-scenes, it would have been better if it was a movie
  88. Lovebringer
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Ofcourse this is not what usual gamer wants to see. Most of people using games as a place where you can leave your brain behind, and here you need to read, think, listen... This isn't just a game, this is universe that's interesting to explore
  89. CovenantSSlayer
    Nov 10, 2019
    6
    A Uber Eats game... You go from one point to another, (boring) then cinematic everywhere; I think the game has a wrong concept of how 'the industry should be' and I am very sorry to say that it does not meet my expectations. Hideo, you failed.
  90. nickthecook
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Brilliant game design that proves anything can be made fun in a video game.

    Space janitor, cook, and now, courier make a list of professions that don’t sound enjoyable, but can be made so by stories that resonate with the player, atmosphere and very solid mechanics.
  91. antoniocarboni
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game!
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  92. jjtechman101
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    I love it I love death stranding it's so beautiful and stunning and emotional I cried 3 times already and I'm only on chapter 5
  93. Undead_Witcher
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    The game is overall so much fun but it is definitely not for everyone. The story is deep and requires you to read lore and pay attention. This isn’t a game you can sit around and not pay attention to
  94. DogeZalio
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Let me start with I actually own this game. I've played the game since release date and I'm currently at chapter 4. This game does not have enough credit it's a good ass game I've put hours into. The moments where you are face to face with BTs makes you hold Your breath and is a nerve racking experience. There look of the land is amazing and if this is a waking simulator it's a good ****Let me start with I actually own this game. I've played the game since release date and I'm currently at chapter 4. This game does not have enough credit it's a good ass game I've put hours into. The moments where you are face to face with BTs makes you hold Your breath and is a nerve racking experience. There look of the land is amazing and if this is a waking simulator it's a good **** walking simulator.… Expand
  95. HawkesDeadpool
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Este jogo é o que promete, sinto muito por aqueles que esperavam um novo "metal gear", mas a promessa não foi essa.
    Comprei em pré e não me arrependo em nada.
    Estou muito feliz com o jogo.
  96. RonaldBig
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Great game!
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  97. ArtofWEZ
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    10/10 I have a lot more respect for Santa Claus now

    Don't listen to the complaints on how much a "Game" it is. we have evolved the medium to be anything that is an interactive experience. that said this game has more "Gameplay" than most other games on the market. Probably My favorite Kojima game since MGS2 or ZOE2. There is nothing quite like it. It's like if the games "Journey"    10/10 I have a lot more respect for Santa Claus now

    Don't listen to the complaints on how much a "Game" it is. we have evolved the medium to be anything that is an interactive experience. that said this game has more "Gameplay" than most other games on the market.

    Probably My favorite Kojima game since MGS2 or ZOE2. There is nothing quite like it.

    It's like if the games "Journey" and Metal Gear Solid had a baby with more niche games like Eurotruck simulator and Lost in Blue.

    It gets better the further you get in, you really feel like you are working together to create a connected world. There are more ways to deliver a package than most AAA games have for choice in their entirety.

    To give you an idea, my first full delivery I accidentally fell into a river dropping all my packages. I desperately swamp t shore against the stream, bolted down the river and tossed a ladder down to block the packages so I could regrab them.. As I do I get attacked by terrorist bandits and we fight it out on the ladder, I knock one in the face with a case sending him into the water and tackle the next.

    Now I drive around in a truck that I keep loaded with all sorts of traversal options for every delivery task and even have a network of mechs and roads.

    Amazing game., will shake hands of UPS driver.    … Expand
  98. mrlief
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    I honestly don’t know what you guys were expecting. This isn’t an action game. This was never advertised to be ANYTHING like MGS. The gameplay is refreshing and exactly what I was hoping for, but I miss give a preface. I am not a huge fan of shooters, I don’t dislike them but unless they do something truly different I find them pointless. This is exactly the game it was advertised and II honestly don’t know what you guys were expecting. This isn’t an action game. This was never advertised to be ANYTHING like MGS. The gameplay is refreshing and exactly what I was hoping for, but I miss give a preface. I am not a huge fan of shooters, I don’t dislike them but unless they do something truly different I find them pointless. This is exactly the game it was advertised and I believe many of you came into this thinking it assuming because Kojima was the director of the MGS project he would deliver something that you found enjoyment in, just because of his talent. BUT you guys clearly aren’t interested in a courier game wihtout guns, this s YOUR fault. You misled yourself.… Expand
  99. Hectik
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    First off to the ones giving it 0's and 1's. Why? Is it because it's not a game where you're killing people left and right? Kojima was smart enough to release enough footage without sacrificing spoilers to give gamers enough background on what kind of gameplay you're gonna do. If you still purchased it and did that review bomb, haha Kojima got your money and most probably you feel likeFirst off to the ones giving it 0's and 1's. Why? Is it because it's not a game where you're killing people left and right? Kojima was smart enough to release enough footage without sacrificing spoilers to give gamers enough background on what kind of gameplay you're gonna do. If you still purchased it and did that review bomb, haha Kojima got your money and most probably you feel like an idiot and should give yourself a throat punch for your idiocy.

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

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

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

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

    Haters gonna hate. Stick to CoD and Fortnite. No need for toxicity in this game ; )    … Expand
  100. skullclamp
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    MASTERPIECE! you may feel boring in the beginning of game play. but from chapter 3, you will find this have crazy fun game play.
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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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