Death Stranding

 PlayStation 4
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7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 18537 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 4,342 out of 18537
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  1. chablestien
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    A great experience! Beautiful landscapes, amazing character design, the whole time you are on the edge of your seat or scratching your head at the obscurity that is death stranding. Would not however suggest this to someone who enjoys instant gratification in video games, tis a slow burn. Cannot wait to see what surprises this studio has next.
  2. IDra23
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    There are a lot of aspect of game which we love, some people love the gameplay, some people love the story, some of them love both of it, as for me, i always loved narrative aspect in a game, don't get me wrong, this game for some is addictively fun, for some it's just plain boring, but some advice for you, if you still want to give this game a try, just be a little patient, at least forThere are a lot of aspect of game which we love, some people love the gameplay, some people love the story, some of them love both of it, as for me, i always loved narrative aspect in a game, don't get me wrong, this game for some is addictively fun, for some it's just plain boring, but some advice for you, if you still want to give this game a try, just be a little patient, at least for me, when i finished the game, it was really worth it, and the gameplay is actually make sense in a way this game is trying to be, it fits the entire concept in the game, and it's not wrong, just something new and fresh. And the story though, it's masterpiece! I wont spoil it too much but from my understanding, it's a symbolism of today problem with possible solution for humanity in the future in a form of meta-narrative, very genius!… Expand
  3. godpld
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    A obra prima definitiva de Hideo Kojima que oferece tudo e muito mais que ele prometeu.
  4. Wuffles
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    So many giving this game a 0 just because its not for them, although that's not how reviews work. So I guess I have to give it a 10 just because I like it. This game is brilliant in its own way with some flaws if you aren't expecting the style. I recommend watching gameplay video to see if its a game for you.

    It was never meant to be a run around shoot em up game. Hideo has kept a bit    So many giving this game a 0 just because its not for them, although that's not how reviews work. So I guess I have to give it a 10 just because I like it. This game is brilliant in its own way with some flaws if you aren't expecting the style. I recommend watching gameplay video to see if its a game for you.

    It was never meant to be a run around shoot em up game. Hideo has kept a bit of his stealth mechanics in this one when encountering human or BT enemies, and a bit of action follows halfway through. It is truly a unique game, where so many reviewers say they haven't played anything like it before. You never get a triple A quality game that tries something new, and I like that a lot. Just know what you're getting yourself into. Also, good long cutscenes with epic story.    … Expand
  5. Blacklabel505
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This is a great game being overlooked by all of the hype based off of the 10s and 0s you can tell exactly what's going on. Of course this is nothing like MGS, if it was he might have just made a 6th sequel don't you think? You have to pay attention and if you have a short attention span then yes this game will come off a little boring. If you're here looking at the reviews, please giveThis is a great game being overlooked by all of the hype based off of the 10s and 0s you can tell exactly what's going on. Of course this is nothing like MGS, if it was he might have just made a 6th sequel don't you think? You have to pay attention and if you have a short attention span then yes this game will come off a little boring. If you're here looking at the reviews, please give this game a fair shake and play it yourself. Especially now that it's getting review bombed. This game took 3 years to make and has so much hard work behind it and is different from most games which is amazing in that itself. Kojima is an amazing artist and deserves to be taken seriously. Let yourself decide instead of someone else. The graphics are the best and now people are using it as a benchmark test.… Expand
  6. Porogoso1007
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    So right out of the get go I’ll say it. It’s not for everybody but for those who will try it bare the first 8-10 hours of the game and it will open up unbelievably so. The name of the game is delivery and player choice, much like Zelda breath of the wild. Your objective is to deliver cargo but what road you take is really up to you, and that’s the magic of it. The multiplayer is verySo right out of the get go I’ll say it. It’s not for everybody but for those who will try it bare the first 8-10 hours of the game and it will open up unbelievably so. The name of the game is delivery and player choice, much like Zelda breath of the wild. Your objective is to deliver cargo but what road you take is really up to you, and that’s the magic of it. The multiplayer is very interés since you always feel you are helping or contributing to something greater. There are a couple of systems you need to learn but not something you can’t do. I’m a really hardcore player and it’s nice to see and play something different than the basic, go here, kill and come back. So it’s a nice change of pace. Also there hidden stuff that you can miss if you don’t explore everything even the private rooms.… Expand
  7. dandanbr
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    A game for people who has pacience It is really a masterpiece, kojima is still great
  8. AndyFO
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Let's start by saying people who are giving this game a 0 are clearly one of the following.
    1. Mad/Hating
    2. Never played it. 3. Messing around, bullying the game. From the moment you start playing you realize this game is not near a 0. Period there is no argument here. Now I'm not getting into why the game is hgoodood, I read many reviews ranging from mediocre to amazing. I find this    Let's start by saying people who are giving this game a 0 are clearly one of the following.
    1. Mad/Hating
    2. Never played it.
    3. Messing around, bullying the game.
    From the moment you start playing you realize this game is not near a 0. Period there is no argument here. Now I'm not getting into why the game is hgoodood, I read many reviews ranging from mediocre to amazing.
    I find this GamGame toe be one if the most unique and spectacular experience in ps4 now days. Do not believe the haters. If you're interested don't doubt because of others. Is amazing.    … Expand
  9. Silentmeta1
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    The Game which defines the connections, the game which defines the emotions! This is the game,' patience people have always waited for'. The uniqueness of this game makes it a masterpiece ❤ amazing essence , amazing cinematic and the physics is mind blowing.
  10. Digorebucci
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Espetacular, o game me manteve preso a história, não consegui faEr outra coisa se não jogar, o gameplay é bem divertido
  11. imilder
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    I've been playing video games since 1996 and yes I've played a lot of bad games. Today's youth who just play online games like Fortnite or Pubg will never know what it really is to make a good story like Kojima does. I have been playing alone at night and have been immersed in the world of Death Stranding. The graphics are beautiful and the story captivating, the actors are good and wellI've been playing video games since 1996 and yes I've played a lot of bad games. Today's youth who just play online games like Fortnite or Pubg will never know what it really is to make a good story like Kojima does. I have been playing alone at night and have been immersed in the world of Death Stranding. The graphics are beautiful and the story captivating, the actors are good and well fitted into the story. The gameplay is very easy to learn and the enemies of the game are very interesting. People have to be open minded to new experiences and only then will they enjoy the game.… Expand
  12. A1ZAWA_
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Very good game but not for everyone,perfect graphics, history and world, loved all the character until now
  13. Damon1533
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O MELHOR E MAIS BONITO JOGO QUE JÁ JOGUEI QUEM ESTÁ DANDO NOTA BAIXA DEVE SER CAIXISTA OU NÃO JOGOU SÓ PÔDE NOTA 1000 SEM MAÍS.....… Expand
  14. Fray182
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game.кадзима гений)
    Ушёл с игра с головой, такого не было наверное лет 10, захватывает все, даже нудная доставка превращается что-то незабываемое , будто я действительно сам доставил груз...
    Музыка на высшем уровне    … Expand
  15. Babsm
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Death Stranding is a masterpiece made with a lot of care and love by it’s developers.
  16. Raxyz
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    The game does a perfect job at advertising itself as to what expect. It's a slow paced game, one almost completely devoid of combat, but with their own set of challenges to keep you interested. Death Stranding is a open world survival horror game with a heavy emphasis on Kojima's convoluted narrative. It's not a game everyone will find enjoyable, but it's definitely one of the most uniqueThe game does a perfect job at advertising itself as to what expect. It's a slow paced game, one almost completely devoid of combat, but with their own set of challenges to keep you interested. Death Stranding is a open world survival horror game with a heavy emphasis on Kojima's convoluted narrative. It's not a game everyone will find enjoyable, but it's definitely one of the most unique experiences gaming can offer, and no, it would not translate better as a movie or TV show. There is plenty of gameplay involved, just specifically not combat.

    If you're still in doubt, I'd say there's a pretty easy way to tell if you should but the game or not. If you think games can be art, you'll definitely appreciate the weird experience DS has to offer. Otherwise, the game will just feel pretentious and empty to you.    … Expand
  17. FuzziSlippers
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    There has been a lot of different reviews about this game, some good some bad. After having skimmed through a large portion of them, I have came to the conclusion that a large majority of the negative reviews are either trolls, konami shills, or people who simply don’t get it. There was a time, where a game like this would be considered a masterpiece. Sadly those days have been eroded,There has been a lot of different reviews about this game, some good some bad. After having skimmed through a large portion of them, I have came to the conclusion that a large majority of the negative reviews are either trolls, konami shills, or people who simply don’t get it. There was a time, where a game like this would be considered a masterpiece. Sadly those days have been eroded, eroded like the flesh of your character’s skin when the rain hits it. Gaming in today’s day and age has been whitewashed, people now come to expect the same formula released every 6 months rehashed with a different skin, presented under a different theme but none the less the gameplay in those games remain passionless, and lack substance. Sure the new Call of Duty looks great, but beyond the flash it is just a remake of call of duty 4. Most people have become accustomed to these kinds of games that when they play something like death stranding, they hate it. This game will not receive the praise it deserves because of companies like EA bastardizing the industry for a quick buck, and anyone who can’t grip the immaculance that is death stranding lacks just as much tegridy as the companies that make the passionless games they’re used to playing. As for my review? What else can I say, the game is brilliant. Boring walking sim? Not even close, sure there is a lot of walking but In a post apocalyptic world you are going to do a lot of walking. Chances are you’ll almost never come across a band of nomads driving cars welded together from other cars like in mad max, a true apocalyptic scenario will likely be exactly as the one death stranding imposes. None the less, as I begin to trail off point. I am only half way through episode 2, and so far I have been almost dragged twice to my death by BT’s, and ambushed once by MULES. So if you are someone who thinks all you do is walk, then you never really gave the game a chance or just haven’t played at all and are just being trendy by hating something you do not understand or you think is cool to hate because your favorite loser YouTuber doesn’t think it’s fast paced enough to deserve the recognition as the piece of art this game actually is. Kojima is on a constant ego trip for a reason, the man is a genius. And even if I never play this fame again after I play through it, I will continue to support developers like Hideo, because developers like Hideo aren’t passionless hacks like EA or Ubisoft. Sadly like I said, this game won’t get the praise it deserves and people will continue to throw their money at companies like EA that are run by actual sociopaths. Oh well, people always gonna be blissful to their own ignorance… Expand
  18. giyuu
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Not even halfway passed the beginning and this game is already worth my $60. The unique gameplay mechanics, the music, and the graphics all are godlike. Can't speak for the story much since again, im only a few chapters in, but i just gotta drop a 10 because i'm already enjoying it and know it's only gonna get better. I can already tell this isn't gonna be a fun game if you're impatientNot even halfway passed the beginning and this game is already worth my $60. The unique gameplay mechanics, the music, and the graphics all are godlike. Can't speak for the story much since again, im only a few chapters in, but i just gotta drop a 10 because i'm already enjoying it and know it's only gonna get better. I can already tell this isn't gonna be a fun game if you're impatient but if you aren't, mannn you're in for a not just a great game, but an experience tbh.… Expand
  19. p4l4d1nr0
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A game that just does not let you go away from your console. Just brilliant.… Expand
  20. gFGaddict
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This game is just simply unlike anything I’ve ever played and I can’t get enough. It’s hard to pin what it is that has me so enthralled but this is one of the best experiences in gaming I’ve ever had.
  21. Vic3
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Half trough the Game and already one of the best i have ever played. I think it is a masterpice so far.
  22. LeTakara
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    An awesome experience and a compelling storytelling. It is the kind of game you have to play to realize its greatness. I am simply loving it!
  23. Expertgamerpro
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great journey with unique elements , visually stunning, amazing gameplay and breathtaking story. However the game it starts slowly and start growing after EP2 a lot of twists and shocking story telling . One thing I know for sure this game is not for average gamers , this game only for those who cares about the ART of Kojima… Expand
  24. Nod-99
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    idéia diferente de tudo q tem hj no mercado. Se Kojima continuar fazendo jogos assim, ele sempre vai ter minha atenção
  25. NicollasPlate
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This game is pure art in all aspects, never felt an emotion like this, surpassing even Metro 2033 which has ever been the most atmospheric game I've ever played
  26. ZUDWA
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    such games should be appreciated, just a breath of fresh air!
    I haven’t seen anything like it yet
  27. buky7686
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like this, interesting and fun, immersed in the game.
    I look forward to player’s link when I’m playing.    … Expand
  28. Hikelmi
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    A Hideo Kojima Game! One of the best narrative on the world's games, best graphics of this generation. Kojima Productions has potential! I waiting for new projects anxiously...
  29. Miguelacorca67
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Acabará siendo un clásico Koyima ha decidido evolucionar cuando lo fácil habría sido hacer otro Metal.
  30. Invectivade
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Best goddamn looking game on the PS4 and wildly entertaining with frequent (and well needed) breaks in between.
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#33 Best PS4 Game of 2019
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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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