Death Stranding

 PlayStation 4
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7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 18537 Ratings

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  1. Cargograph
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Magnificent and oniric storytelling enveloping a creative and different game play. Love and passion behind it.
  2. JoseRojas
    Jul 11, 2020
    10
    This game is perfect. I am distracted for hours organizing my deliveries, overcoming the difficulties of the terrain. Add to everything wonderful landscapes, which transport you to nature itself.
  3. Xzcho
    Jul 11, 2020
    8
    The best story line I have ever seen . The gameplay is a bit boring but you wait for another obviously genius story line
  4. mmarkk3
    Jul 10, 2020
    7
    Despite the interesting story arc and visually stunning world of Death Stranding, the game slightly suffers from repetitive and tedious game-play.
  5. valexis2010
    Jul 10, 2020
    10
    Es un juego maravilloso, esta clase de arte que innova en un mundo donde no es fácil hacerlo. La sensación de ponerte delante del TV y no saber lo que te vas a encontrar y como afrontarlo es maravilloso. Su cantidad de mecánicas, la variedad de situaciones en su trama, la calidad técnica, la jugabilidad tan atrevida, etc... hacen un juego perfecto, cuando se unen a un presupuesto que haEs un juego maravilloso, esta clase de arte que innova en un mundo donde no es fácil hacerlo. La sensación de ponerte delante del TV y no saber lo que te vas a encontrar y como afrontarlo es maravilloso. Su cantidad de mecánicas, la variedad de situaciones en su trama, la calidad técnica, la jugabilidad tan atrevida, etc... hacen un juego perfecto, cuando se unen a un presupuesto que ha tenido que ser alto muy alto con tanto actor de renombre.… Expand
  6. Benyamin_BRM
    Jul 10, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece in every aspect, story, gameplay, graphics and e.t, playing the first hours maybe is a little hard but after chapter 2 the real map and game begins and game starts to show itself. please don't listen to negative comments about it, this game is a masterpiece and deserves higher score.
  7. DariaO
    Jul 10, 2020
    8
    (After ~140 hrs) The physics of everything is awful. I don't know if it's a real shortcoming or a part of the Great Kojima's Plan. Everything else is beautiful. The only game where I enjoyed reading long texts :)
  8. IvanLF
    Jul 10, 2020
    8
    Me gustó la historia y su despliegue visual, pero falla en su gameplay, que es tedioso y repetitivo. Aún así, me enganchó lo suficiente para sacarme el platino. No es lo mejor de Kojima ni de lejos, pero no es un mal videojuego.
  9. Jack09164
    Jul 10, 2020
    4
    В игре множество различных механик, которые по своей сути не глубокие, и при этом очень плохо друг с другом работают, а некоторые и вовсе делают бессмысленными некоторые механики. В целом, есть несколько неплохих идей и решений, однако, глупейшие геймдизайнерские ошибки сильно обескураживают. Наиграв в эту игру 52 часа и полностью пройдя всю сюжетную линию, понимаю, что из нее могла быВ игре множество различных механик, которые по своей сути не глубокие, и при этом очень плохо друг с другом работают, а некоторые и вовсе делают бессмысленными некоторые механики. В целом, есть несколько неплохих идей и решений, однако, глупейшие геймдизайнерские ошибки сильно обескураживают. Наиграв в эту игру 52 часа и полностью пройдя всю сюжетную линию, понимаю, что из нее могла бы получиться хорошая игра, будь условно тот, кто ее реально развивал и дополнял контентом, дорабатывал механики и сделал меньше душного и бессмысленного гринда, которого здесь очень много и ты практически ничего за это не получаешь. Сюжет здесь явно не сильная сторона, ибо он подается в начале и очень концентрированно в конце игры, а еще сами ходы угадываются за счет многочисленных намеков на протяжении игры. Персонажи раскрыты плохо, мотивация не всегда ясна, а поступки в целом вроде логичные, однако, наполнены абсолютно бездарно написанными диалогами. Единственный кто был хорошо, так это Дайхардмэн. Его раскрыли в конце, но его диалоги были наиболее живыми и реалистичными. Также оскорбляет отношение к самому игроку в игре: тебя будто считают полным идиотом, объясняя элементарные вещи по 3-4 раза, а то и больше, будто ты в первый раз не понял или не заметил какой намек, поэтому этот намек нужно обязательно обсосать со всех сторон, чтобы уж самый "одаренный" понял.
    Если же вас смущают игровые ролики, стриммы или вообще всё, что вы видели, то не стоит приобщаться к игре. Если же вас устраивает перспектива узнать весьма неплохо проработанный лор, играть в игру без интересной основной механики занимаясь душнейшим гриндом, то в целом игра может затянуть. Мне лично понравилась как реализована взаимосвязь игроков при постройки некоторых строений. Их, конечно, мало, но реально доставляет тот факт, что ты кому-то помог или кто-то тебе. Это немного добавляет осмысленности к твоему геймплею.    … Expand
  10. emigoyaf
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Amazing innovation gameplay system. A masterpiece storytelling and very inspiring experience for the industry
  11. Saijax05
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    Interesting story, good graphic , not bad gameplay , i say yes this game, and i love this world in game.
  12. DPetrov
    Nov 26, 2019
    10
    Dont listen to the negative reviews! This is game that you have to play to understand. This is not your typical AAA game. This is a journey in which you are slowly diving. Try it and make your own mind!
  13. Lieko
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    This is definitely NOT the game of the year, it’s the game of the decade.
  14. Laxus1122
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Death Stranding Is what you call an art , it’s a masterpiece from the gameplay to the story to every detail about it kojima did a great job making this game
  15. Ptrade
    Nov 26, 2019
    10
    Very interesting game with fascinating mechanics and story this is rather set of fresh ideas
  16. Serg_Svetashev
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    It's awesome game. Perfect dramatic creation. Thanks to developers team for greatest adventure!
  17. muzocan61
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    i like it and if you not ok to me because this game is not good at all ....
  18. NikitaRusu
    Dec 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Потрясающая игра! Могу понять тех, кому не понравилась, но я просто в восторге! От самого начала и до самого конца сложно было оторваться! Дизайн локаций, музыка, уникальные механики и сюжет здесь сделаны с исключительным трепетом! Очень глубокая проработка деталей, одних только анимаций столько, что даже после прохождения, будете находить новые. Я ставлю 10/10, но это моё личное мнение. Просто эту игру сложно судить, объективно. У каждого игрока будет свой уникальный опыт прохождения, кто-то сумеет погрузиться и сопереживать персонажам, стараться всё делать очень аккуратно, а кто-то постарается, как можно скорее проскочить локацию и будет идти на риск, ввязываясь в различные ситуации. И тот и другой вариант в игре приветствуется! И разнообразие гаджетов позволяет проходить игру так, как хочется вам! Даже, если вы посмотрели на Ютубе и вам не понравилось, это не страшно, т.к. смотреть это действительно утомительно, но если у вас есть возможность попробовать поиграть самому, то вам обязательно нужно это сделать! Ощущения от управления персонажем на каком-то нереальном уровне! Ты чувствуешь каждый лишний киллограмм, ощущаешь все неровности рельефа, ну и плюс мультиплеерная составляющая. Это действительно работает. На определенном этапе прохождения ты начинаешь понимать, что вместо продвижения по сюжету, ты занимаешься застройкой, и делаешь ты это лишь для того, чтобы облегчить жизнь другим игрокам. И это всё абсолютно безвозмездно. Действительно чувствуешь себя первопроходцем! Но, что ещё круче, так это ощущение невероятного облегчения, когда ты , проделав огромный путь с тяжёлым грузом, где-то в горах, среди снега находишь постройку другого игрока, которая просто спасает тебе жизнь! И ты искренне засыпаешь его лайками! Не потому что тебе принесет это выгоду (лайки в игре это просто выражение благодарности), а потому, что ты действительно искренне благодарен! Такое в играх не часто встретишь! Ощущения невероятные! Смешиваются, с одной стороны, чувство одиночества, а с другой ощущение единства с другими игроками. Это не передать словами, это нужно пережить самому! И спасибо Хидео Кодзиме, что не боится создавать такие игры, не смотря на то, что его могут не понять, и затраты могут не окупиться. Это очень смело и заслуживает уважения!… Expand
  19. FoxJoy
    Jul 9, 2020
    1
    I even don't wont to say anything, it's a garbage. Many words and no result in release.
  20. Chascoby7
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    Great game, with tons of fresh ideas. Maybe is not for everyone but definetly one of the most risky games ever!
  21. becrham
    Jul 8, 2020
    8
    good brand new idea of developing games, but lack of exciting fighting with enemies. the beautiful scenes take player's breath.
  22. Yjan
    Jul 8, 2020
    8
    A bit slow to start but overall the story is great and is a breath of fresh air from normal video games
  23. Erudito1990
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    Одно слово. Сюжет, сюжет и ещё раз сюжет. Актёрский состав, режиссёрская работа. Это не игра, а кино.
  24. SpaceHeroGuide
    Jul 8, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Death Stranding took me about 6 months to finish - not because of massive content but because it is so boring to play and feels like work. The graphics and the motion capturing are awesome - however you might ask yourself why USA now looks like Iceland. The basic plot idea about GD, BB, etc. is great and refreshing - however the story Hideo built from it is just not good. At multiple points in the game it spoils you that Amelie and Bridget are the same person, that Amelie is causing GDs to appear and that Clifford is Sam's dad. After you defeated Higgs it takes another 4 hours to finish the game - and there is no story in it. It's just used to stretch the game to at least 30 hours playtime. For example after you killed Higgs Fragile teleports everyone back except YOU - the only person who can stop Amelie and thus is important for humankind. So you have to walk all the way back to the beginning of the game. Why? Ask Hideo. There's just no logical reason to it. The gameplay is so repeating. If you start the game now, install all patches first so you can skip these damn animations of Sam getting in cars, Sam delivering crates, Sam looking at boring holograms, Sam looking at delivery drones walking away, Sam looking at bikes being delivered from your garage, Sam doing this, Sam doing that, ... It just makes you angry when you have to watch them over and over again. Oh and don't forget to get a cover for your X button - you will smash it so many times to go through all of the UIs to accept or finish a delivery. Death Stranding could have been a masterpiece - the gameplay and the story prevents that. So it's just a mediocre game you will play once, then deinstall and forget about.… Expand
  25. Avejant
    Jul 8, 2020
    8
    This game is example why great expectation can lead to great disappointment. That's a good game in terms of story (which is multilayered and full of symbolism and references to Egyptian mythology), graphic, OST and, of course, cast. Also I was glad to see Easter eggs in some NPC (which appearances was copy from famous people!) and additional materials (interviews and e-mails).
    Gameplay...    This game is example why great expectation can lead to great disappointment. That's a good game in terms of story (which is multilayered and full of symbolism and references to Egyptian mythology), graphic, OST and, of course, cast. Also I was glad to see Easter eggs in some NPC (which appearances was copy from famous people!) and additional materials (interviews and e-mails).
    Gameplay... That's very arguable thing. Personally I liked process of delivering cargo. Not only because that's pretty meditative but also because as your plot progress grow (and you get new devices) then you will be able to diversify delivery process. Also I highly recommend to play this game with Internet because of infrastructure sharing between all real players. That's very good feeling when you got like for you building from real person.

    But my problems with gameplay was linked with enemy encounters. That was pretty boring (although suddenly stealth is more interesting then open encounter because of environment audios and sinister atmosphere but boss battles is the most boring battles that I've ever played, sorry, Kojima).

    So I liked this game. But I would not recommend it everyone. And definitely not for the full price.    … Expand
  26. SatanOfHell
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Death Stranding é o jogo mais original, diferente e emblemático que joguei até hoje. Ou você ama ou odeia, eu amei. Independente de alguns problemas no ritmo de jogo, nunca imaginei que fazer entregas fosse tão prazeroso e divertido. Realmente é um jogo que polariza muito as opiniões, quem não faz o mínimo de esforço pra entender todo o conceito irá detestá-lo, o que é uma pena.
  27. Gamez_lord
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    The landscape, story, characters and players collaboration through psn is amazing, you will love such different amazing experience, gameplay needed some spice up, there are repetitive missions although the game gave you a way to avoid wasting time through constructing various things that lower time and satisfy the players
  28. SolidOrphan
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    Finally, an original AAA game. If you like slower paced game and a new genre, you should really love this game. Felt a bit like Breath of the Wild. The acting is amazing and the gameplay foundation is solid.
    It's not complex at all, you don't have to manage your inventory as stated somewhere else, there is an automatic triage option.
  29. Santpalau
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    Being interested in Kojima's separate career from Konami I followed with eager the development and periodical announcements of this game. Of course, as most of us, the story and gameplay intrigued me. I could not play the game after six months of its release and at the time I realized that there were divided opinions.
    At first, the game is routine and repetitive. You deliver, and deliver,    Being interested in Kojima's separate career from Konami I followed with eager the development and periodical announcements of this game. Of course, as most of us, the story and gameplay intrigued me. I could not play the game after six months of its release and at the time I realized that there were divided opinions.
    At first, the game is routine and repetitive. You deliver, and deliver, and deliver. Yes, the landscape in which you traverse each mission is comparable to any Icelandic landscape you see in documentaries, so every delivery is an eyegasm. This part of the game is critical. If you decide that you are not into a delivery simulation gameplay you will throw away one of the most immersive and scientifically satisfying stories you can get in a video game (a remark: I'm not saying scientifically accurate).
    After a quarter to a third of the game-run, the routine starts to entangle the complexity of each mission and their relationship with the story of your character and the entire world. Each time you think you are getting the hang of the missions you get surprised by the increasing menaces (and weight) that's expecting you around the corner. Each time you think you understand the explaining behind the whole setting of Death Stranding you are amazed by each data you collect and the NPC share with you, changing your previous understanding (and perhaps, if you are open-minded, your idea of the real-life itself).
    If you are expecting a game based in action, stealth, and character customization (such as previous Hideo Kojima's MGS videogame saga) you will not find it in Death Stranding. Whereas if you are trying to find a revealing game, a "gamechanger", a "different" game, Death Stranding it is (a remark: the previous statement does not mean that the game lacks in action and stealth, it's just that it is not filled with them).
    In conclusion, nowadays there are tons of action-filled games (and good games, such as Horizon, Zelda BoTW, God of War, TLoU), Death Stranding is not one of them. Complex stories, the ones that leave you thinking over and over in the toilet and shower (such as Christopher Nolan's film Interstellar) are the ones we are lacking today, and not everyone are ready for it, less they are ready to play that story in a videogame. And Death Stranding is one of the latter.    … Expand
  30. YoBoiTheQQ
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    So, this is a totaly controversial game. It is a masterpiece, no matter what anyone has in mind for the perfect game. I mean for those appreciating a good, deep and imersive story this is a must go but it is not -unfortunately- not a game for anyone. The mechanics of the game are not on the "kojima standard" and this is the main reason behind the 9/10. Shooting is ok, but you alwaysSo, this is a totaly controversial game. It is a masterpiece, no matter what anyone has in mind for the perfect game. I mean for those appreciating a good, deep and imersive story this is a must go but it is not -unfortunately- not a game for anyone. The mechanics of the game are not on the "kojima standard" and this is the main reason behind the 9/10. Shooting is ok, but you always reconsider your choice to do it, of course when not needed. In general, you get what you were promised, an existential question from kojima, a story that explores the untold fears and the darkest corners of the human brain, a tale of the excistence itself, the destruction that we may bring with our careless behaviour against any form of life. So yes, it is a controversial game, and yes it sometimes gets you to think of the walking simulator joke, but nonetheless, it is, most of all, an experience. You dive in and it stays with you forever, the feeling, the questions.… Expand
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Metascore
82

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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