Death Stranding

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  1. Courtney2303
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    Death stranding is an extraordinary accomplishment by Hideo Kojima. A game that tells a simple story in a idiosyncratic manner. A game that delivers jaw dropping visuals with an immense beautiful, insanely stunning backdrop. The gameplay loop is so immersive, even down to its control mechanics that’ll pull you into this world and never let go until the end. Follow suit an amazing originalDeath stranding is an extraordinary accomplishment by Hideo Kojima. A game that tells a simple story in a idiosyncratic manner. A game that delivers jaw dropping visuals with an immense beautiful, insanely stunning backdrop. The gameplay loop is so immersive, even down to its control mechanics that’ll pull you into this world and never let go until the end. Follow suit an amazing original score and soundtrack that’ll pull every emotion out of you while on this adventure. Please be patient with this game. Take your time and look around. Take a moment to appreciate the splendor of the game, for the game itself appreciate you.… Expand
  2. AirHunter47
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    Love how this game works. And the whole delivery system is pretty entertaining, how the players help each other is something im. Story is well made and gameplay is awesome. Defenetly must have.
  3. SolidBigboss62
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    Bonjour bonjour et oui vous ne rêvez pas un 10/10 encore un chef d'œuvre de Kojima ! Je vous avoue que la fois où j'ai voulu l'acheter j'étais très mitigé à cause des notes qui vont de 0 à 3 mais en réalité tout ceux qui mettent ces notes ne sont nul autres que ceux qui n'ont pas joué au jeu. Je ne l'ai pas encore fini je suis à l'épisode 5 et aucun ennui. Il y a beaucoup d'action mais lesBonjour bonjour et oui vous ne rêvez pas un 10/10 encore un chef d'œuvre de Kojima ! Je vous avoue que la fois où j'ai voulu l'acheter j'étais très mitigé à cause des notes qui vont de 0 à 3 mais en réalité tout ceux qui mettent ces notes ne sont nul autres que ceux qui n'ont pas joué au jeu. Je ne l'ai pas encore fini je suis à l'épisode 5 et aucun ennui. Il y a beaucoup d'action mais les rageux vous diront le contraire. Les graphismes sont sublimes, l'histoire hyper interessante, un BB très attachant. Ungameplay très enrichis franchement rien à dire. Pas énorme en bug juste un pur plaisir !… Expand
  4. dschiavini
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    The real problem with the game is that if you want to complete all the missions, it is too long lasting.
      When I was about to get to 300 playing Hrs, I started to think that this would be Kojima's worst game (still being an excellent game).
      But then, the story started to evolve in an incredible way and pace. It reached the highest level ever seen in both games and movies.   I should    The real problem with the game is that if you want to complete all the missions, it is too long lasting.
      When I was about to get to 300 playing Hrs, I started to think that this would be Kojima's worst game (still being an excellent game).
      But then, the story started to evolve in an incredible way and pace. It reached the highest level ever seen in both games and movies.
      I should have voted 10 due to a story deserving 12, an overall technical quality deserving 10 and a gameplay deserving 7.5 just because of the stress caused by the number of side quests.
      Considering that if you play in hard mode and only the main missions, the gameplay gets a 9, the perfect score is not an option for me.
      The genre is rather unique, the environmental interaction is the best ever made, and the plot can only be compared with BioShock Infinite's or predestination's / shutter island's / Inception's, and Kojima also created the most complete and coherent fiction world ever seen. I preferred the Metal Gear saga (I love stealth), but it's for this game that I can say Kojima truly is a genius.
      For those who hate gameplay I highly recommend seeing a "game movie" on YouTube, it's more pleasant and interesting than most Hollywood movies, anyway Death Standing Is a Must-to-play or Must-to-see    … Expand
  5. Dgersey
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    it’s very rare in our time to see such a bold experiment. Great story and interesting gameplay, another masterpiece of genius.but the game was accepted ambiguously because such bold experiments always entail misunderstanding, but even if the gameplay turned out to be too ambiguous it is still a game from Hideo Kojima, which means that the game has a brilliant, interesting and confusingit’s very rare in our time to see such a bold experiment. Great story and interesting gameplay, another masterpiece of genius.but the game was accepted ambiguously because such bold experiments always entail misunderstanding, but even if the gameplay turned out to be too ambiguous it is still a game from Hideo Kojima, which means that the game has a brilliant, interesting and confusing plot with many references and its ideas. This game is beautiful but not for everyone.… Expand
  6. Shaner94
    Jun 22, 2021
    10
    Death Stranding is one of the most unique and fresh open world games that I have ever played. I enjoyed everything from the story, to the beautiful world and even the gameplay. Hideo kojima first post Konami is incredibly charming and I would say that it's one of my favorite favorite experiences in a video game.
  7. RegysRedfield
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    Uma obra prima do Mestre Kojima, história envolvente e complexa, ele conseguiu fazer um gameplay viciante, e a trilha sonora impactante
  8. kunmi
    Jan 5, 2020
    10
    Death stranding is definitely my Game of The Year. Let's dive in!

    Quick Summary: An open-world game with a very (almost) empty world (akin to games like Last Guardian, Shadow of the Colossus, Ico etc). Due to some environmental dangers, people live in underground bunkers and rely on porters to help deliver items. it is not totally empty because you occasionally run into other ''porters',    Death stranding is definitely my Game of The Year. Let's dive in!

    Quick Summary:
    An open-world game with a very (almost) empty world (akin to games like Last Guardian, Shadow of the Colossus, Ico etc). Due to some environmental dangers, people live in underground bunkers and rely on porters to help deliver items. it is not totally empty because you occasionally run into other ''porters', Mules/thieves, trigger happy terrorists, BTs. You are tasked with reconnecting the world and reconnect America while you experience some epic story-telling, ADDICTIVE gameplay, soothing score and satisfying ending.

    Plot: 10/10
    - Spot on!! absolutely engaging Sci-Fi story. It is very heavy on the sci-fi genre, with crosses into 'horror' and fantasy. The storytelling is deep! Every cutscene, even the tiny memory flashes all tie-up in the end.
    - The story develops slowly, suspenseful but intentionally to for you to draw up conclusions and conspiracies - before some crazy - WTF reveal moments that will keep you gobsmacked and emotional (due to some head-swelling moments). Feel free to jump into conclusions, that is the point.
    - There is an explanation for everything! (think of one thing you don't see or can't do; 24 hr cycle? no animals? game-over and continues? there are explanations.

    Gameplay: 11/10
    Now, if you do not like games like "Shadow of the Colossus" or "Last Guardian", it may take a while for it to grow on you.
    - Its gameplay is highly relaxing, you move across a gorgeous landscape, discover some soothing songs and just walk, it is very relaxing.
    - FREEDOM! no pathway, you chart your own course! scale mountains, exhaust your supplies, batteries and finally completing a tough delivery can be super satisfying. This is the only OpenWorld game where I bothered about sidequests. They were addictive
    - The map is not limited, you can go as far as the lands go, there are no ships and you can't swim (so deal with waters at the end of the world).
    - Walking, staggering and balancing gameplay can be very immersive, especially on mountainous terrains.
    - Yes, the fight scenes are not engaging as such; but after some time; you realize the game is not about the fight mechanics, and you have infinite continues DOOMS. ;)
    - The strand system, oh PERFECT fit. The game throws some tough missions at you, make you suffer through a region, and then finally allows you to link the area - and you have this sense of relief! well, executed.

    Graphics: 11/10
    Best looking game on PS4 this year, motion capture are super detailed; You can tell these are seasoned actors; they really relieve the characters they play. It makes the long cutscenes really interesting to watch.
    The world is detailed!!! lush grees, drylands, rocks. Change of terrain when BTs get you! awesome.

    Sound: 10/10
    The songs in this game are really soothing; usually discovered in very quiet and wide areas; camera pans out to let you absorb the details, then the music comes on. This gives it a really aesthetic feel. Perhaps some of the songs are average, but the way they are presented. Good Job!

    CONCLUSION:
    You cannot enjoy this game by watching someone play it. You have to experience it yourself to really feel the immersion. I love it and finally, I get it cannot be for everyone. We all have our tastes.

    This game is definitely not for you if:
    - You are impatient
    - You hate hiking
    - You hate Shadow of Colossus / Last Guardian.
    - You are big on hack/slash.

    Dive in, experience it; whatever the case! They will be waiting for you on the beach!    … Expand
  9. Firereviews
    Dec 27, 2019
    10
    Death stranding is something special. Anyone who calls this game super boring without seeing proper gameplay or anything should be forbidden. But it is not a requirement to like it. If you weren't interested in it from the beginning or if you don't agree with the gameplay, i.e. the RIGHT gameplay, then it's ok. But there are many people who only hear you deliver packages and then startDeath stranding is something special. Anyone who calls this game super boring without seeing proper gameplay or anything should be forbidden. But it is not a requirement to like it. If you weren't interested in it from the beginning or if you don't agree with the gameplay, i.e. the RIGHT gameplay, then it's ok. But there are many people who only hear you deliver packages and then start criticizing it directly. This game is a beautiful, epic and sad experience. 10 out of 10!… Expand
  10. vanya76rus
    Dec 28, 2019
    10
    In game's begin it's little bit boring,but this is only first 2-3 hours. Then game gives you interesting quests and with help of real people this becoming easy and interesting. I've spent about 30 hours without cutscenes. And this was amazing, i've enjoyed every second in this game.
  11. TheMagicalPic
    Dec 28, 2019
    10
    This game isn't for everyone, it's true, the game is just A LOT of walking, but this game is a so good, the story is rewarding, and the soundtrack is the best I've heard, so I won't say everyone should play this, but if your into games that make you feel, than buy it rn.
  12. jborges79
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    I really understand that the game have some fails and bugs. But I also understand that this game wasn't designed to please everyone. I, for example, don't think the game is boring at all, except for the endless and repetitive cutscenes, like the shower, entering private rooms, entering the trucks and so on. But those annoying interactions are common in Japanese games like Persona. Lot's ofI really understand that the game have some fails and bugs. But I also understand that this game wasn't designed to please everyone. I, for example, don't think the game is boring at all, except for the endless and repetitive cutscenes, like the shower, entering private rooms, entering the trucks and so on. But those annoying interactions are common in Japanese games like Persona. Lot's of repetitions and needless explanations for everything.
    I think Kojima could improve some aspects of the game and make it more fluid in some aspects, making it less annoying (cutscenes). The enemies could be more "motivated" and make the game more challenging.
    Aside from those remarks, the game is fantastic, the story is really good and the soundtrack and the scenery are amazing too.
    Maybe this game is a Kojima experiment on what he can do by himself without Konami.
    All we can do now is enjoy (or hate) and wait for the next moves, like a DLC, updates, etc.    … Expand
  13. ish1do
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    I finished the game in 90 hours. And I could easily spend even more time, because this is an incredible game! An exciting story and a strong plot, the delightful acting of all the actors ... This is the next level game. This is definitely one of the best games of recent years, and yes, it has become my favorite game ... Thank you Kojima Prod., with love from Russia
  14. Metakratos
    Dec 30, 2019
    10
    Well its a beautiful, well made game, better than what I expected after all the fuzz with the reviews. I give it a 10 so they have a chance to make another one!
  15. Ivanrough
    Dec 30, 2019
    10
    "Death Stranding is a bold and artistic vision that is not compromised in its design. It is a video game that encourages the player to be a good person, and to care for the fellow man."
    I subscribe to this. An incredibly consistent vision of the world :) I'm playing for the second time
  16. RyanR021
    Dec 30, 2019
    10
    Adorei o jogo, muito viciante, gráficos bons, história muito boa, e é muito legal a cooperação que você tem com outros jogadores
  17. LadyGrey
    Dec 30, 2019
    10
    Such an incredible game as you journey across the map trying to understand and unravel what is going on with the death stranding, void outs and BTs. There are amazing characters and development of them; you feel like you know them and can see how they effect the bigger picture and Sam's life. BB is the best character IMO and this game is absolutely amazing.
  18. Dzon117
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    got a new fresh look for games, played non-stop until i finished campaign, recommend to people who like relaxing games
  19. Benben233
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    Extremely amazing, beautifully and creative. Those who give negative comments are just a kind of person who can not appreciate art.
  20. yoyooooyo
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    KOJIMA IS A LEGEND, what made death stranding such an amazing experience is the story the music and of course the gameplay, many people that negatively bombed the game quits after the first hour or didn't play at all, which is funny why would you judge a game if you've never finished it? death stranding's story is unreal and the music is amazing and the moody cozy gameplay with the sceneryKOJIMA IS A LEGEND, what made death stranding such an amazing experience is the story the music and of course the gameplay, many people that negatively bombed the game quits after the first hour or didn't play at all, which is funny why would you judge a game if you've never finished it? death stranding's story is unreal and the music is amazing and the moody cozy gameplay with the scenery and cinematic is just outstanding, thank you to the one and only legend, Hideo Kojima, respect and love.… Expand
  21. Tizileo
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    A fantastic game, an amazing experience, kojima's masterpiece. From graphic to gameplay, from storylines to soundtrack, beautiful and entertaining.
  22. haohao0407
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    Amazing story, soundtrack and brand new gameplay style.
    If consider its a new company to build 3A level game with low budget, it deserve more than 10
  23. CameronMcGee
    Jan 1, 2020
    10
    A must play. Not for those looking for all action or a shooter. Very unique then other triple A games.
  24. HZaccaro
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    Extremely beautiful graphics, the best one I've seen so far, the gameplay is incredibly unique, the story is one of the best I've seen too, it's a strategy/action/stealth/adventure... It's a mix of everything! I really can't write how amazing, massive and how good the community that plays this game is
  25. Papal
    Jan 3, 2020
    10
    Death stranding является уникальным проектом который может понравиться не всем. Она потребует от вас множество десяток часов ,,медетации". Она имеет прекрасный сюжет, но если вы не уверены в покупке игры вам стоит сначала попробовать сыграть в симулятор дальнобойщиков и если вам не понравится время проведения в этой игре то не стоит ждать от геймплея многово. И если вы ещё захотитеDeath stranding является уникальным проектом который может понравиться не всем. Она потребует от вас множество десяток часов ,,медетации". Она имеет прекрасный сюжет, но если вы не уверены в покупке игры вам стоит сначала попробовать сыграть в симулятор дальнобойщиков и если вам не понравится время проведения в этой игре то не стоит ждать от геймплея многово. И если вы ещё захотите играть в неё играйте на лёгкой уровне сложности.
    P.s. Сам я советую играть в неё на максимально высоком уровне сложности с самого начала игры.    … Expand
  26. Xuterfox
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    Best game of 2019. Never thought that a delivery game would be so addictive. Can't stop playing! Mr. Kojima nailed it again.
  27. soman2157i988
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    Παιχνίδι σκεπτόμενου και ωριμου gamer. Αριστούργημα σε όλα τα σημεία ηχος, γραφικα, ιστορια ,gameplay, διαρκεια.
    Μην ακούτε τους haters που η εμπειρια τους απο videogames ειναι fifa fortnite και pupg.
    Δωστε του μια ευκαιρια, ξερει τι φτιαχνει ο kojima. 10/10    Παιχνίδι σκεπτόμενου και ωριμου gamer. Αριστούργημα σε όλα τα σημεία ηχος, γραφικα, ιστορια ,gameplay, διαρκεια.
    Μην ακούτε τους haters που η εμπειρια τους απο videogames ειναι fifa fortnite και pupg.
    Δωστε του μια ευκαιρια, ξερει τι φτιαχνει ο kojima.
    10/10
  28. Nicolas_Ray
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    Best game ever created for me! I dont now you need to play this game and only after this you can say: this is the best game in the world or this is the worst game in the world!
  29. tjblack7
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    This is a love it or hate it game. if you only enjoy FPS, fighting and fast paced online games, this is not for you. But if you love a great story, some unique gameplay and a bit of strategy in a game, you will probably love this.

    The game takes 50-70 hours to complete and there are hours of cutscenes. Taken alone the cutscenes present a 3+ hour movie that can be confusing at times, but    This is a love it or hate it game. if you only enjoy FPS, fighting and fast paced online games, this is not for you. But if you love a great story, some unique gameplay and a bit of strategy in a game, you will probably love this.

    The game takes 50-70 hours to complete and there are hours of cutscenes. Taken alone the cutscenes present a 3+ hour movie that can be confusing at times, but by the end make this one of the most emotional games I have ever played. I haven't been drawn into a games story like this since FF7 and in a smaller way Last of Us.

    The graphics are incredibly good for PS4, I am really curious if they will remaster this for the PS5 to take the graphics to the next level. As it is, it is beautiful but PC's can now do more so it's limits are visible. Sound is also incredible and the soundtrack is haunting while being appropriate for the game. No jarring heavy metal or club music in the middle of the wilderness.

    The gameplay is unique and where most people are either all in or just hate it. At it's core is a delivery/travel game that has you crossing the country as a heroic walking UPS van. You are evading gangs, ghosts and weather the whole way. Plus the weather destroys your cargo if you waste too much time in it. So it adds some strategy to the delivery system.

    Kojima style boss fights are littered here and there, with one(Higgs) being my only complaint, as it is so outside the mechanics of the regular game as to make me almost ding a point for it. But in the end it's just one fight that I disliked and the rest of the game was fun,

    I found unique ways to get past some obstacles and with the mostly open world you travel it allows you to choose long ways around, fight your way through or even create your own sky tram system to move round the world to speed you up. I spent hours building a fast travel system in the mountains that saved me tons of headaches and replays when I was up in the mountains.

    Plus as a bonus, other people playing the game might just cross into your world and the bridges, ladders, ropes and stations they leave behind can be used to help get you through. I found this aspect especially good because I would choose to leave things behind for the next guy to use. You can award likes to other players for their well placed assistance and get likes for what you leave for them. The likes are a score system for the whole game and help unlock better gear.

    Overall there is no other game like this, which is a shame because I would love to keep playing in new areas and new story arcs. Crossing my fingers for an even bigger sequel.    … Expand
  30. MarkTheExtra
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    This game is the most unique experience I've ever had with a video game. The way you interact with other players is such a positive experience, working together to achieve a common goal of reuniting America. The story of this game is where the game truly shines, it's an emotional rollercoaster I'll never forget and Hideo Kojima's true Magnum Opus. I fear that most reviewers of this gameThis game is the most unique experience I've ever had with a video game. The way you interact with other players is such a positive experience, working together to achieve a common goal of reuniting America. The story of this game is where the game truly shines, it's an emotional rollercoaster I'll never forget and Hideo Kojima's true Magnum Opus. I fear that most reviewers of this game haven't played the full game, which is a real shame because the last few hours of this game are truly outstanding. Death Stranding will go down in history as truly being ahead of it's time. If you only play one video game in your whole life, it deserves to be Death Stranding.… 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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