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  1. Nov 9, 2019
    4
    Courier simulator. Argh. Não passarei o pano no jogo somente pq é do Kojima. O jogo é chato. Um simulador dos correios.
  2. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    A slow paced epic! I loved this game from begging to middle to end, although the first hours are pretty slow, whenever it picks up it's pace it gets incredibly interesting and addicting. And the story... Oh God did I cried.
  3. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Outstanding masterpiece. Don’t listen to haters, that don’t even play the game. It’s 40-60 hours long, but they already screams that it’s sucks in first 12 hours after release. Just play it.
  4. Nov 9, 2019
    7
    This would be such a good game, if Kojima would care about gameplay just as much as about story telling.

    Combat: - enemies and bosses are way to easy and uninteresting to fight - there is not much weapon variety (bola gun, grenades, your fists), you cant even use the electric spears of the enemies, which would have been a lot of fun. - attacking enemies while wearing your payload
    This would be such a good game, if Kojima would care about gameplay just as much as about story telling.

    Combat:

    - enemies and bosses are way to easy and uninteresting to fight
    - there is not much weapon variety (bola gun, grenades, your fists), you cant even use the electric spears of the enemies, which would have been a lot of fun.
    - attacking enemies while wearing your payload feels extremely clunky and unfun to perform
    - not much enemy variety either
    - you cant kill human enemies, because of them turning into void outs, so you only can stun them for a few seconds

    Traversing the environment:

    - walking around with a giant 120 kg, 3 meter high jenga tower on your back, while stumbling over rocks without falling, or climbing up ropes with the strength of your bare hands, while wearing the entire jenga tower on your back,looks just so immersion breaking. As if Kojima never heard of the terminology: center of mass. Couldn't they have restricted the backpack height just a little and gave him in exchange a few more drones which carry part of his payload and follow him around instead ? So that his movement while wearing the payload does not look as ridiculous?

    Story:

    -The story is overall well done and it shows that Kojima does understand cinematography very well, but does his stories always have to be so esoteric and melodramatic ? I could have done easily without the paranormal ghost story in exchange for a alternate dimension colliding with our world sci fi approach. Let the deads rise up and void out, but at least try to give a halfway believable explanation for all of that, instead of resolving to pure esoteric giberish. After him explaining the reasoning of why the BBs (bridge babies) can see the BTs he totally lost me. That was the single most stupid thing i ever heard. Someone really needs to buy Kojima a few weeks of physic lecture on some university or college,so that he gets his facts straight and doesn't always have to resolve to pure esoteric nonsense in his story lines.

    Summary:

    This game is a graphical milestone. The gameplay idea of having to constantly balance your payload on your back with the shoulder buttons, orelse risking a fall and potentially payload lost or damage is a very interesting and unique concept, but traversing the environment lacks a bit of variety and can get monotone very quickly and it certainly does not carry over 50+ hours. Adding a few additional gameplay elements and making the combat a little bit more challenging and engaging wouldn't have hurt the game either. If you love builder and hiking games then you are good, otherwise you maybe should stay away or test it at a friends house before buying.
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  5. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Hideo Kojima's creative freedom reaches its climax on his triumphant return
  6. Nov 9, 2019
    0
    I have never in my life played a game so presumptuous of the player's tolerance of its own shortcomings in pacing, so sure of its ability to deliver a compelling narrative, so praised for its avant-garde approach to gaming, so confident of its unsubtleties in presenting its themes, so grandiose in its design philosophy and system, while simultaneously being mediocre in every aforementionedI have never in my life played a game so presumptuous of the player's tolerance of its own shortcomings in pacing, so sure of its ability to deliver a compelling narrative, so praised for its avant-garde approach to gaming, so confident of its unsubtleties in presenting its themes, so grandiose in its design philosophy and system, while simultaneously being mediocre in every aforementioned aspect.
    Unrestricted abberance of an egotistical mind hidden behind dazing spectacles, treating the player not as an active agent of the world but as a mindless passenger, to the point where one sometimes wonders whether he is Sam or the naked baby he is hauling, monotonous gameplay linked together with "artistic" cutscenes hither and thither, worthy only of people with low self-respect and extreme masochism. If the Strand genre symbolizes gold-plated garbage bins sewed together with haughty narratives, this game may be the best one yet.
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  7. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Ниче такая игруха с нормальным грубо говоря сюжетом и беганье не надоедает как могут говрить различные малолетние дебилы
  8. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    I’d hate to parrot what everyone has said but this game isn’t for everyone. But it sure is something new and different. Funny enough while this game has been known for the mystery of its story its gameplay has been exactly as advertised (you walk while some indie music plays in the background). While it’s not insanely action packed like a metal gear game, the fun is going from place toI’d hate to parrot what everyone has said but this game isn’t for everyone. But it sure is something new and different. Funny enough while this game has been known for the mystery of its story its gameplay has been exactly as advertised (you walk while some indie music plays in the background). While it’s not insanely action packed like a metal gear game, the fun is going from place to place and the struggle that presents, especially when you’re in an unconnected region. This game really stands out from others and its definitely entertaining in its own unique way. Expand
  9. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    The game is not for everyone, but it does not stop to contain a deep meaning. The mechanics of movement are very thoughtful and well-developed. Kojima made the most unusual AAA project.
  10. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Me gusta, en lo que llevo de juego me gusta la música las cinemáticas, en si, la narrativa me encanta, jugabilidad es algo nuevo y divertido.
  11. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This is a masterpiece. This is not a game for everyone. The game was made to divided people. To recreat video game.
  12. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Death stranding é um jogo no qual a história prende você até o fim, a trilha sonora é incrível e os gráficos estão insanos. Recomendo fortemente esse game, muitas pessoas que estão dando críticas negativas nem se quer jogaram o jogo, alguns estão dando críticas negativas só porque o jogo vai sair para PC. Recomendo muito o game!
  13. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Лучшее сочетание геймплея и сюжета, постепенное нарастание интереса. Жуки классные. Перевод приятный - "Чао какао" Expand
  14. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Отличный сюжет, куча игровых механик, очень крутые идеи с мультиплеером. Геймплей медитативный, но в трейлерах все было показано. По мне так игра года.
  15. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    After waiting years for this game it delivered. It’s beautiful and the story is amazing but takes time to pick up overall amazing
  16. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    A warning: this game is an exceptional piece of digital art, but it's not for everyone. Here are some of the things you should probably be a fan of, if you're planning to get Death Stranding:

    - A rich, plot heavy story - An original setting that meshes sci-fi and lovecraftian horror - A gameplay that's not heavily combat focused; that rewards patience and planning ahead; that focuses
    A warning: this game is an exceptional piece of digital art, but it's not for everyone. Here are some of the things you should probably be a fan of, if you're planning to get Death Stranding:

    - A rich, plot heavy story
    - An original setting that meshes sci-fi and lovecraftian horror
    - A gameplay that's not heavily combat focused; that rewards patience and planning ahead; that focuses on traversing beautiful landscapes and mold the environment to your need, with a touch of stealth

    Technical Execution: 10/10
    Art Design: 10/10
    Sound Design: 10/10
    Story & Characters: 10/10
    Gameplay: 8/10

    Overall: 10/10
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  17. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Великолепная игра от гения! Прекрасная атмосфера, музыка. Та игра от которой муражки по телу идут! Всем советую данный шедевр
  18. Nov 9, 2019
    0
    Beautiful graphics, complete set of absurdly repetitive cinematics, meaningless story
  19. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Beautiful game, Amazing story, amazing gameplay, amazing characters honestly this game deserves to be game of the year
  20. Nov 9, 2019
    1
    I would have never imagined this game to be so pointless... Is all about walking with heavy packages.... After the long cinematic opening, and the beginning of the gameplay, it seemed promising... Then, after a few deliveries, I thought I would see some real action but nothing... ... After 10 hours, is just the same delivery thing again and again.... I don't think I will keep playing itI would have never imagined this game to be so pointless... Is all about walking with heavy packages.... After the long cinematic opening, and the beginning of the gameplay, it seemed promising... Then, after a few deliveries, I thought I would see some real action but nothing... ... After 10 hours, is just the same delivery thing again and again.... I don't think I will keep playing it till the end.... I expected much better from Kojima. Expand
  21. Nov 8, 2019
    10
    Is a breath of fresh air, definitely not for everybody but the story is awesome so far.
  22. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    It's fresh, it's engaging, and it's atmospheric. This isn't your usual fast paced shooter or adventure game you can knock out in a few hours and get a quick dopamine rush. This is a more slower paced and gradually rewarding game that hooks you with its incredible story, brilliant score, and mysterious lore. At first, I was bewildered that so many people called it "art" but after playingIt's fresh, it's engaging, and it's atmospheric. This isn't your usual fast paced shooter or adventure game you can knock out in a few hours and get a quick dopamine rush. This is a more slower paced and gradually rewarding game that hooks you with its incredible story, brilliant score, and mysterious lore. At first, I was bewildered that so many people called it "art" but after playing through 15 minutes, I could see why they think that. Is it? It really depends on you.

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

    I should also note that there are a LOT of cutscenes so if you have ADHD, this might not be the game for you. This is a game for the patient gamers that I also believe the average gamer will enjoy just as long as they give it an honest chance. So sit down, enjoy the ride and try not to worry so much about the lack of RPG mechanics the game could have. Worry about the story and atmosphere that will quite possibly never be forgotten.
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  23. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Giving it a 10 because peoples reviews are **** You didn't even beat the game ****
  24. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    If you like microtransactions and dancing and vbucks and shooting and cursing at 13 year olds into a mic and that kind of stuff then stick to xbox and fortnite cause this game isn't for you
  25. Nov 9, 2019
    0
    Here's my honest review of the game. For those of you who are wondering what type of game this is, it's basically Euro Truck Simulator without the truck, without the roads and without anything. You just walk from point A to Point B delivering packages for 40hrs. Ain't worth the 60$ pric. You can get the same vibe just by adding character models to a terrain map in unreal engine.
  26. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    An incredible experience. A pondersome journey that is masterfully crafted to evoke emotions and meditation. Certainly not an experience that many people will like. If you're the type that has patience and an appreciation for the kind of deep weirdness that is Hideo's calling card then you may just fall in love with this bizzare experience... as I have.
  27. Nov 9, 2019
    3
    Aceptable como película, pésimo como videojuego. .
  28. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Such a unique game! Some people won't like playing the game, but I love it!!! Such fun wondering the landscape dodging monsters and I can't wait to see what happens in the story and what happens with everyone connecting in the world!
  29. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Kojima and his team, made a true masterpiece. He said that he created a new genre, and I can see that. He made what gamers don't like, a major gameplay part. I see on YouTube non gamer people being excited to play this, being confused and curious, and that encourage them to play more and more. This game can give you a head scratch, but it can reward you with everything you'll witness. YourKojima and his team, made a true masterpiece. He said that he created a new genre, and I can see that. He made what gamers don't like, a major gameplay part. I see on YouTube non gamer people being excited to play this, being confused and curious, and that encourage them to play more and more. This game can give you a head scratch, but it can reward you with everything you'll witness. Your patience will be rewarded. Expand
  30. Nov 9, 2019
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy monotono demasiado repetido en 30 horas que jugue solo caminaba del punto a al punto b Expand
  31. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Kojima fez uma grande obra prima. Não consigo parar de jogar. E aos haters, continuem com esses joguinhos de senso comum e com a falta de neurônios de vocês.
  32. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    This game is not for everyone but is for me it’s about the journey it’s about planning through BB’s hard terrain and Husk.

    First couple of hours are a slug as it teaches you the easy to use game mechanics but as the gameplay slugs kojimas story makes up for, but when the game and world fully opens up for you it’s where it shines, the empty atmosphere and soundtrack make you feel not alone
    This game is not for everyone but is for me it’s about the journey it’s about planning through BB’s hard terrain and Husk.

    First couple of hours are a slug as it teaches you the easy to use game mechanics but as the gameplay slugs kojimas story makes up for, but when the game and world fully opens up for you it’s where it shines, the empty atmosphere and soundtrack make you feel not alone it’s a beautiful post apocalyptic world contrast that I can’t just stop looking at and taking in.

    This game is not for evyit takes time
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  33. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    I don’t think this game is for everyone but it is definitely something unique and I love it!
  34. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This was an absolutely incredible and mind blowing experience. Death stranding is unlike any other game out there so it's a bit unfair to judge it based the standards of most games. Kojima productions has created such an interesting world with a complex, emotional and captivating story that never siezes to amaze you. It also has graphics beyond any other game that is currently available.This was an absolutely incredible and mind blowing experience. Death stranding is unlike any other game out there so it's a bit unfair to judge it based the standards of most games. Kojima productions has created such an interesting world with a complex, emotional and captivating story that never siezes to amaze you. It also has graphics beyond any other game that is currently available. The game does start a bit slow but after a few hours it adds a lot of new and interesting mechanics such as the social strand system and the epic battles with giant creatures. Death Stranding is truly a unique experience and hopefully there will be more games like it in the future . Expand
  35. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    It looks like a simply deliver game with combat and stealth elements but it has a very nice cargo system like how do you take what you need without too much extra weight
  36. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Everyone complaining about the boring point A to point B gameplay I ask, did you do any research on the game? Did you have any idea what this game was supposed to be?
  37. Nov 9, 2019
    5
    This game is bad, Boring and monotonous. After 25 hrs i cannot find why it has perfect reviews.
  38. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Not every game have to be a Battle Royale or COD. Exploring different ideas and game type can be tough. Open your mind and discover a new world. You will not regret it.
  39. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    As expected from kojima.
    Fascinating story, Very creative, super interesting game!
    BB is definitely the most adorable/precious baby in the entire universe!!
    Loved Norman's character(sam).
  40. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    Very big cool story and music. Norman Ridus cool actor. Graphics at the highest level
  41. Nov 9, 2019
    8
    Llevo como 10 horas y he de decir que es un juego lento pero muy entretenido. Es diferente a lo demas que he jugado con muchas incognitas que me crean hype por desvelarlas.
    No os espereis el tipico juego de accion porque no lo es, es mas profundo. La sensacion de estar solo es abrumadora y muy bien conseguida. Labhistoria me esta pareciendo fascinante sinceramente. El hecho de ser
    Llevo como 10 horas y he de decir que es un juego lento pero muy entretenido. Es diferente a lo demas que he jugado con muchas incognitas que me crean hype por desvelarlas.
    No os espereis el tipico juego de accion porque no lo es, es mas profundo. La sensacion de estar solo es abrumadora y muy bien conseguida. Labhistoria me esta pareciendo fascinante sinceramente. El hecho de ser "repartidor", tiene sentido si te enteras bien de lo que esta pasando en el juego.
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  42. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Люди навооброжали себе, а это типичная игра от Кодзимы. Мне понравилось.
  43. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    The game contains extremely hard but simple gameplay and very strong philosophy in the same time.The game gives you time in your travels to think. It's like when you stop reading a book for a moment to think harder about it's main point, but it gives you some simple and physically hard gameplay which is not interrupting your thinking process. Not for everybody. For me - excellent.
  44. Nov 9, 2019
    2
    One of the worst """"stories""""" I have ever witnessed. Doesn't help that the gameplay, while a promising concept, is terribly implemented and explored.

    Just about everything about Death Stranding is hilariously bad, but that is no surprise considering the magisterial Hideo Kojima never made a game that wasn't terrible and made me want to claw my eyes out. Expect insanely terrible
    One of the worst """"stories""""" I have ever witnessed. Doesn't help that the gameplay, while a promising concept, is terribly implemented and explored.

    Just about everything about Death Stranding is hilariously bad, but that is no surprise considering the magisterial Hideo Kojima never made a game that wasn't terrible and made me want to claw my eyes out.

    Expect insanely terrible dialogue. Literally. No hyperbole here. THE worst you'll ever hear in any video game, film or TV show. Even Tommy Wiseau could write a more competent script. Expect demeaning and insulting female representation. But that is no surprise considering it's made by a guy who came up with Quiet and MGS3 boob-cam.
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  45. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Maşallah hideo abi, morgens hingesetzt und später beim Piss Druck gemerkt, dass schon 10 Stunden vergangen sind.
  46. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    I’m going to give you the real deal for this game and why I think it’s a masterpiece. If you go in thinking you’re going to have “fun” in the traditional sense of video gaming, you’re going to have a bad time. This is a revolutionary sci-fi movie that uses the gameplay to enhance it’s theme. It teaches you to think of others and help them out. I had fun building things for other players toI’m going to give you the real deal for this game and why I think it’s a masterpiece. If you go in thinking you’re going to have “fun” in the traditional sense of video gaming, you’re going to have a bad time. This is a revolutionary sci-fi movie that uses the gameplay to enhance it’s theme. It teaches you to think of others and help them out. I had fun building things for other players to use. Most people who are giving it low scores are judging it as a video game, not the immersive interactive cinematic experience that it is. I love the movie-length cutscenes, and thinking about the overarching themes behind the game. Give it a chance, you may love it or you may hate it. I guarantee you will have played nothing like it. Expand
  47. Nov 9, 2019
    1
    Nice graphics, period! the game doesn't offer any fun, I understand that all games are repetitive but this game has nothing different, the whole game is too boring, has too many cinematics, mediocre combat mechanics, basic shooting system, any part of inventory has menus with lots for reading and it is nothing intuitive. Conclusion: A very boring game with mediocre gameplay and way tooNice graphics, period! the game doesn't offer any fun, I understand that all games are repetitive but this game has nothing different, the whole game is too boring, has too many cinematics, mediocre combat mechanics, basic shooting system, any part of inventory has menus with lots for reading and it is nothing intuitive. Conclusion: A very boring game with mediocre gameplay and way too many cinematics, pretty sure most people won't keep playing beyond 10 hours... Expand
  48. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Le pongo 10 solo por mis wevos, esto es para valancear los 0 de los Xardidos, me cago en tus muertos Phil patadas de ahogado Spencer
  49. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Death Stranding reinvents how video game design can work. It takes you through an experience you didn’t expect, doesn’t hold back with its design intentions and execution, and takes the gamer through a journey like no other. This is a masterpiece that only Kojima could pull off.
  50. Nov 9, 2019
    8
    Very Cinematic game, much slower pace, but overall enjoyable if your looking for something different. The voice acting is great, the graphics are good. Interesting but odd story, but overall enjoyable. Consider Death Stranding if you're looking for something different, out of the box.
  51. Nov 8, 2019
    5
    Tiene una trama interesante pero tiene muchas cinematicas y eso para mi es una basura, ya que es un videojuego no una pelicula interactiva. Y la jugabilidad es muy sencilla, aparte de un mundo abierto muy vacio y tedioso, todo esto convirtiendolo muy aburrido y estrezante.
  52. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    In a market full of half baked shoot em ups with no thought put into anything but micro-transactions, Death Stranding is a slow burn with thought put into everything in the game, even down to the way you distribute the cargo on your body affecting the way you hold your balance while walking. This games world is so engrossing that when I ended my first session after playing almost 10In a market full of half baked shoot em ups with no thought put into anything but micro-transactions, Death Stranding is a slow burn with thought put into everything in the game, even down to the way you distribute the cargo on your body affecting the way you hold your balance while walking. This games world is so engrossing that when I ended my first session after playing almost 10 hours, I felt like I was returning home, not getting off of a game for the evening. This game is brilliant and easily contending for my game go the year. Expand
  53. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Finally something new in the realm of AAA titles. Always loved Kojima's games and I was very excited to play this game. However, I do undertand that it's not for everyone. That was also the case for the Metal Gear Solid series.

    I think Death Stranding is a very special game that tries to do something diffrent. I wouldn't recommend it to everyone. But try it at least.
  54. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    A história do jogo é uma das melhores que eu já joguei, nunca imaginei que caminhar em um jogo seria tão divertido
  55. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    Лучшая игра ноября! Пока сам не попробуешь, не поймёшь. Она просто другая, слегка медитотивная сюжет выдают ровно тогда когда надо. А всех мелочей не сыскать и за 50 часов. Вообщем пробуйте, создавайте новые связи
  56. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Hideo Kojima genius. Thanks you! It’s beautiful game! I play 20 hours in game! It’s difficult and different world.
  57. Nov 9, 2019
    0
    It's garbage please don't play this game it's better that you play with your dog that this
  58. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Intrigante, tenso,te prende e te faz pensar, algo surreal e muito bem estruturado Expand
  59. Nov 9, 2019
    0
    I bought the ultimate version to play.... nothing! Boring and overrated. The media create a ultimate hype for “God Kojima”.
    Why media needs to carry Sony. Is Sony paying for reviews? Shame
  60. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    The game is unique and really challenging! I enjoyed every new upgrade on my journey!
  61. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Incredible story, very immersive and beautiful soundtrack. I don't know why have so many negative reviews but the game is amazing and without bugs. I also loved the simple gameplay and the characters. Perfect work Kojima
  62. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    Game runs very smoothly. Haven't had one bug or game crash. I enjoy the soundtrack very well done. The vibe and scenery is so eerie it fits the scifi vibe very well. The game system pics up very quickly after the first initial scenes. The acting is just spot on with all the key roles. I cant wait to finish.
  63. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    You either like it or hate but its seems those who hate it haven't played it,am very happy with this game it has such an amazing world.
  64. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Great game, new concept, relaxing music and beautiful graphics and future narrative.
  65. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    I Thoroughly enjoyed this game.it is relaxing but at times has enough tense moments that it draws you in with the storyline. It is a suped up Walking/delivery simulator for sure, but adds such an intriguing story that you are 5 hrs deep into the game before realizing it. It has been said enough but I will say it myself.Death Stranding isn’t for everyone and that’s ok. Don't bringI Thoroughly enjoyed this game.it is relaxing but at times has enough tense moments that it draws you in with the storyline. It is a suped up Walking/delivery simulator for sure, but adds such an intriguing story that you are 5 hrs deep into the game before realizing it. It has been said enough but I will say it myself.Death Stranding isn’t for everyone and that’s ok. Don't bring your prejudices or hate for either Sony/Kojima to this fight.if this game is not for you that’s fine but to review bomb this game or any other game is just plain stupid and childish. As for myself I can’t get enough of Death Stranding and am looking forward to playing it again this weekend. Expand
  66. Nov 9, 2019
    0
    This game was really boring to play, I had to stop playing it after spending 8 hours on it. I really don't understand what's fun about delivering 'stuff'.
  67. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Alot of the reviews don't have a clue what they are playing(IGN). For a game some described as frustrating, I haven't died or struggled like they described. The game feels like No Man Sky's(post next update) and sorta breath of the wild but with unique immersive story. The game XP is "likes" in the game which if you put something down and it helps others they can like it. Mechanics likeAlot of the reviews don't have a clue what they are playing(IGN). For a game some described as frustrating, I haven't died or struggled like they described. The game feels like No Man Sky's(post next update) and sorta breath of the wild but with unique immersive story. The game XP is "likes" in the game which if you put something down and it helps others they can like it. Mechanics like this make you want to put down useful stuff and help others. Expand
  68. Nov 9, 2019
    3
    Seré breve.
    Es mi primera Review en esta plataforma, decidí hacerla porque dar una opinión en redes sociales o fotos, actualmente se considera "tóxico".
    Después de una sesión "gracias" a un colega que lo reservó, ambos coincidimos respecto a las impresiones que nos llevamos: Mecánicas repetitivas y sosas hasta el cansancio. Un mundo vacío, carente de interés, tan solo lleno de pasto y
    Seré breve.
    Es mi primera Review en esta plataforma, decidí hacerla porque dar una opinión en redes sociales o fotos, actualmente se considera "tóxico".

    Después de una sesión "gracias" a un colega que lo reservó, ambos coincidimos respecto a las impresiones que nos llevamos:

    Mecánicas repetitivas y sosas hasta el cansancio.
    Un mundo vacío, carente de interés, tan solo lleno de pasto y rocas.
    Un sistema de batalla, lento, flojo y consideramos que posiblemente un paso atrás respecto a MGV.
    Ya estamos acostumbrados a las cinemáticas exageradas dentro de los productos de Kojima, pero que traten de colarnos algo tan largo y aburrido (después de al menos 25 minutos de una secuencia, estábamos revisando el celular mientras tomábamos cerveza)... Eso ya dice mucho.
    Y es que por dónde le mire, no encuentro puntos fuertes y memorables, la selección músical, exceptuando un par de piezas es completamente olvidable.
    Ajeno a la falta de elementos en el entorno, gracias al motor gráfico se consiguen muchos paisajes preciosos, no hay duda en ello.

    Lo recomendaría? No! En su momento recomendé desde títulos como BioShock, Valiant Hearts the Great War, Hellblade, Journey, Ori (entre muchos títulos y géneros), sería un pecado recomendar un intento de película interactiva que nunca debió ser un juego
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  69. Nov 8, 2019
    0
    It's very hard to suggest anyone to buy Death Stranding as so many great, fun games are available for purchase at the moment. Death Stranding was never meant to be a game and the lazy and intuitive gameplay really shows. Sam is a total clumsy mess, tripping on the smallest little rocks and spilling his little boxes. There isn't much to talk about gameplay as the whole game is dependent onIt's very hard to suggest anyone to buy Death Stranding as so many great, fun games are available for purchase at the moment. Death Stranding was never meant to be a game and the lazy and intuitive gameplay really shows. Sam is a total clumsy mess, tripping on the smallest little rocks and spilling his little boxes. There isn't much to talk about gameplay as the whole game is dependent on getting from one place to another on foot and delivering crates. The cutscenes should've been cut short and to the point but instead they're long movie style cutscenes and don't make much sense. I'll be playing more but only to see if things somehow get better. Definitely not worth $60. Expand
  70. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    The most immersive game I have played since red dead 2. As a huge fan of survival simulation games the gameplay here was everything I could want it to be. People say I really like “dad games” maybe this is another one of those? The story kept me at the edge of my seat also. If you enjoy weighty games and more survival based games I can’t recommend enough.
  71. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Anti review bombing. Who rated negatively deserves to see their fat moms stranded on the beach.
    This game is A+
  72. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Never has a game had me cancel my pre order only to buy it back on day 1
  73. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    En lo que llevo de juego es una gran historia y si, me parece un simulador de caminar pero es asombroso como es que hicieron que una actividad como caminar sea mas entretenida que juegos de guerra y acción y lo que falta...
  74. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Baita jogo, muito bem planejado e feito, e mestre Kojima nunca deixa a desejar, parabéns!
  75. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Шикарная игра с некой своей неповторимой затягивающей в себя атмосферой, очень обманчива скучная на первый взгляд, однако спустя некоторое время она приятно удивляет различными механиками, локациями, гаджетами. И конечно же всё сопровождается прекрасным умиротворяющим саундтреком, эстетичными пейзажами и философским сюжетом с актуальной проблематикой — люди разрозненны сегодня — это фактШикарная игра с некой своей неповторимой затягивающей в себя атмосферой, очень обманчива скучная на первый взгляд, однако спустя некоторое время она приятно удивляет различными механиками, локациями, гаджетами. И конечно же всё сопровождается прекрасным умиротворяющим саундтреком, эстетичными пейзажами и философским сюжетом с актуальной проблематикой — люди разрозненны сегодня — это факт и Кодзима показывает насколько это опасно, и более того — воплощает это в геймплее игры — очень необычно, учитывая что на сегодняшний день игр с по-истине проработанным сюжетом, персонажами, НЕ скомканными диалогами и катсценами вообще практически не выходит, а тут это еще приправлено и необычными ситуациями и метафорами. Из Death Stranding получился бы прекрасный психологический роман или фильм. Expand
  76. Nov 9, 2019
    0
    Okay so me being almost 7 hours in the game and being so invested(financially and emotionally) in this game for almost 4 years now I have to say that it’s really a game that is trying so hard to be something different but fails to deliver any sense of innovative creation other than being graphically amusing which is not enough to elevate the experience! I’m terribly disappointed! TotallyOkay so me being almost 7 hours in the game and being so invested(financially and emotionally) in this game for almost 4 years now I have to say that it’s really a game that is trying so hard to be something different but fails to deliver any sense of innovative creation other than being graphically amusing which is not enough to elevate the experience! I’m terribly disappointed! Totally overrated desperate hype which follows the Konami kojima fiasco and people wanting redemption for kojima sad but true Expand
  77. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    jogo pra receber nota 0 tem que ser pay to win cheio de microtransaçoes, jogos on line que dão problema de servidores sendo impossíveis de jogar, jogos que crasham, jogos que prometem alguma coisa e entregam outra completamente diferente, estou achando a maior sacanagem essa galera hater estar dando nota 0 só pra sacanear mesmo sem ao menos terem jogado o game, eu tbm não joguei mas éjogo pra receber nota 0 tem que ser pay to win cheio de microtransaçoes, jogos on line que dão problema de servidores sendo impossíveis de jogar, jogos que crasham, jogos que prometem alguma coisa e entregam outra completamente diferente, estou achando a maior sacanagem essa galera hater estar dando nota 0 só pra sacanear mesmo sem ao menos terem jogado o game, eu tbm não joguei mas é muito vacilo isso com certeza, vou dar 10 só pra reforçar minha indignação com essa galera que se diz gamer, tenho todas as plataformas de geraçoes antigas e a atual e nunca vi tanta merda no mundo gamer como agora nessa geração!! Expand
  78. Nov 9, 2019
    8
    Коджимба гений. Скучновато, но так интересно
  79. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Who gave this game negative review must be fat fortnite virgins. This game is masterpiece dont listen to them.
  80. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Beautiful. Brilliant. With an incredible UI and mechanics system. Profoundly unique and a breathe of fresh air for gaming. Not for everyone but definitely for me.
  81. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Todos estos haters se han visto el juego por youtube, simplemente xD. Ni puta idea.
  82. Nov 9, 2019
    8
    Truly Unique, beatiful cinimatics, beautiful land scapes and and interesting gameplay. experiences like this are why I still play games. If your looking for. Mind **** the look no further.
  83. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Simplesmente incrível, consegue ser uma experiência individual, e que cada um tenha sua aventura.
  84. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    20 hours and still enjoying it. Amazing story and innovational gameplay. This is the first time I find delivery so interesting.
  85. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Death Stranding is a beautiful game in all ways.
    It’s fresh it’s something new it’s letting the player think for once about other instead of pushing them away.
    Great acting beautiful music for me this is a masterpiece!
  86. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    The game is chilled. I like exploring and learn about new stuff even tho this game is kinda slow and the combat is mesh but I like playing games that are chilled that's why I give this game a 9
  87. Nov 8, 2019
    1
    too much walking in the game. the controls distract you from actually enjoying anything in this game. also too many cutscenes. kojima need to do tv shows and not games.
  88. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Proposta totalmente revolucionária.quem deu menos que 9 não entendeu a proposta do jogo
  89. Nov 9, 2019
    0
    É jogo ou filme ? 1 hr de jogo, 10 hrs de filme. Peguei no sono jogando...,
  90. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Best game of the year. I cant believe all the negative haters, its just ridiculous.
  91. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    An absolute masterpiece. A very emocional an extremely Well produced story with many mechanics working together to make a marvellous journey. Complex an incredible physics, awesome graphics an enviromental detail.
    A great game but some of the mechanics May be exhausting for many people
  92. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Haters gonna Hate! True Gamers are enjoying a truely new experience! This Game is something Special if you free your Mind of all the Open World Ubisoft Formula crap.
  93. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Only Kojima could have made this game. Take that how you will. Game on my friends!
  94. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Single handedly the best game of this generation. Kojima has mastered his craft with an unfiltered look into a post apocalyptic America. It's dark haunting and beautifully crafted. Don't let the review bombing scare you away from this uniquely genre defining game. Highly Recommended
  95. Nov 9, 2019
    9
    A beautiful game world full of detail which is backed up by fun and relaxing gameplay. I'am loving it at the moment. Great work kojima
  96. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    I'm 15 hours in and I can't get enough of this game. It's not for everyone - it's different, and it takes its sweet time. What you'll find here though is a game that's at times deeply calming and meditative, at other times horrifying and adrenaline pumping, but is at all times a deeply touching statement on the community humans can create when they're forced to come together.

    I find
    I'm 15 hours in and I can't get enough of this game. It's not for everyone - it's different, and it takes its sweet time. What you'll find here though is a game that's at times deeply calming and meditative, at other times horrifying and adrenaline pumping, but is at all times a deeply touching statement on the community humans can create when they're forced to come together.

    I find myself addicted to the process of delivering packages - every moment requires focus, as the terrain itself is your adversary. That deep requirement of attention allows me to forget, for once, much of the other stress on my mind, whereas traveling in other games is often meaningless and completely uninvolved.

    I love this game. I love what this game means for the industry. If you're going to pick it up, make sure to give it an honest chance.
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  97. Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Fun Fact: 100% of negative user reviews didn't actually buy or play the game.
  98. Nov 9, 2019
    1
    Juego aburrido, solo caminar caminar y caminar para entregar paquetes, los pocos momentos de acción saben a poco, cuando toca disparar (si es que toca) mejor no lo hagas, se siente tosco y poco divertido. Para llegar del punto A al punto B es un engorro, tropiezas con cada piedra y cada montículo. Los bosses parecen monstruos de tinta con una I.A. Bastante pésima, la historia aunque unJuego aburrido, solo caminar caminar y caminar para entregar paquetes, los pocos momentos de acción saben a poco, cuando toca disparar (si es que toca) mejor no lo hagas, se siente tosco y poco divertido. Para llegar del punto A al punto B es un engorro, tropiezas con cada piedra y cada montículo. Los bosses parecen monstruos de tinta con una I.A. Bastante pésima, la historia aunque un poco loca en ocasiones entretiene pero se hacen las cinemáticas largas y pesadas. El social strand system parece una copia barata de dark souls.
    Mucha espectativa con este juego y al final resulta ser una fumada de Kojima. Nada recomendable, solo para los fans aferrimos a Kojima.
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  99. Nov 9, 2019
    0
    El juego mas pretencioso que existe, con una complicidad ridícula de los fanboys de Kojima. Donde quedo el Kojima de MGS 3?? ese si era un verdadero videojuego. Death Stranding es una peligro para el futuro de los buenos videojuegos donde prima la jugabilidad y el trasmitir emociones por medio de momentos jugables no unas cinemáticas de 45 minutos. Los creativos de hoy dia deberíanEl juego mas pretencioso que existe, con una complicidad ridícula de los fanboys de Kojima. Donde quedo el Kojima de MGS 3?? ese si era un verdadero videojuego. Death Stranding es una peligro para el futuro de los buenos videojuegos donde prima la jugabilidad y el trasmitir emociones por medio de momentos jugables no unas cinemáticas de 45 minutos. Los creativos de hoy dia deberían recordar lo que era hacer videojuegos en los 90 donde te transmitían cosas mágicas por medio de la jugabilidad.

    En fin respecto a Death Stranding después de 20 horas mi conclución es que es aburrido, pretencioso, con unas físicas horribles, una historia buena pero nada del otro mundo, gráficos que cumplen pero con un mundo vació es fácil cumplir en el apartado técnico.
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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 111 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 111
  2. 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. 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.
  3. 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.