Death Stranding

 PlayStation 4
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7.4

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  1. cas514
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I can't believe how much hate this game has gotten. A game that focuses on the beauty of players working together to built a better world instead of killing each other and competing with each other. A game that uses the open world as a gameplay mechanic instead of canvas to pad out the run time with pointless objectives and filler collectibles. I completed this game in 100+ plus hours, andI can't believe how much hate this game has gotten. A game that focuses on the beauty of players working together to built a better world instead of killing each other and competing with each other. A game that uses the open world as a gameplay mechanic instead of canvas to pad out the run time with pointless objectives and filler collectibles. I completed this game in 100+ plus hours, and after beating it i just want to start over and do it all again. Anyone that calls this just a walking sim should just stick to COD or whatever boring shooter is popular today, im happy just using my ladders and ropes. I really have no interest in games that dont innovate gaming. I really hope we get a sequel.… Expand
  2. Pavlol
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    I personally really enjoyed the game. Great story. These **** reviews just show how people just want the same kind of game everytime. Kojima did a brilliant job. Well done
  3. TwinkieGorilla
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I went into this with healthy skepticism and walked away declaring this an absolute masterpiece. I am 42 years old and have been a gamer since the Commodore 64 and I can safely say neither I nor you have ever played a game quite like this. The story, the characters & the addicting game loop had me mesmerized for 60 hours of free-time straight...and I'm still not done with it and stillI went into this with healthy skepticism and walked away declaring this an absolute masterpiece. I am 42 years old and have been a gamer since the Commodore 64 and I can safely say neither I nor you have ever played a game quite like this. The story, the characters & the addicting game loop had me mesmerized for 60 hours of free-time straight...and I'm still not done with it and still can't put it down.

    Don't trust the dullards review-bombing this game and don't self-clown & pass on it!    … Expand
  4. Sadboybebop
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Yet another Kojima masterpiece. Would recommend this game to anyone who loves Kojima and loves complex storylines.
  5. Alexandre1799
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Amazing story, and addicting gameplay, the world is made in a way that the paths you choose feel challenging, but also is perfect for you to plan your route and combat encounters in the loneliness of the map, it is a relieve among all the games today that just feel the same thing over and over again, is the perfect title fot those moments when you think "i wanted to play somethingAmazing story, and addicting gameplay, the world is made in a way that the paths you choose feel challenging, but also is perfect for you to plan your route and combat encounters in the loneliness of the map, it is a relieve among all the games today that just feel the same thing over and over again, is the perfect title fot those moments when you think "i wanted to play something different, but what?" I hope kojima keep thinking out of the box and giving us new creative games, and that other developers follow his example.… Expand
  6. flametail23
    Nov 18, 2019
    3
    I'm sorry but Death Stranding is a ultimately pointless and boring game to play. Yes the graphics look nice and it holds a couple of great moments but the gameplay itself leaves alot to be desired.
  7. Melora
    Nov 18, 2019
    0
    Boring and self-indulgent nonsense. Kojima believing his own hype. This the best they can do, a literal walking simulator? Pretends to be deep but is only pretentious twaddle. It's not a game, it a collection of cutscenes at most. Avoid.
  8. aenarvel
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I just finished it today after over 80 hours. It was awesome. Best game of the year, one of the best games of the decade! Truly a masterpiece. I'm so sad that some people could get into it. Well, it's a sing of our times that people have built walls even in their minds, which prevent them from understanding and appreciating such treasures like this one!
  9. ElWray
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    So I just finished the game and felt like I had to leave a review to counter a bit of the hate on here.
    It took me about 49 hours to complete all the chapters, doing quite a number of side missions, but not nearly all of them.
    And I just have to say that this has been one of the most unique game experiences I've had in a long time. And last time I felt so immersed in a game was last    So I just finished the game and felt like I had to leave a review to counter a bit of the hate on here.
    It took me about 49 hours to complete all the chapters, doing quite a number of side missions, but not nearly all of them.

    And I just have to say that this has been one of the most unique game experiences I've had in a long time. And last time I felt so immersed in a game was last year with read dead. And contrary to what has been going around on the internet, I’ve had fun with the game from the moment I started it.
    The gameplay is very strategic, deals with a lot of management and is downright addicting and thrilling. Having to move a **** ton of cargo through a challenging terrain, planning your route, planning the trip, dealing with all the obstacles and challenges along the way. Also the passing in which the map and upgrades are revealed and implemented is amazing, changing up the core gameplay with crazy bosses and other mini gameplay elements that we come to know from Kojima.
    Also the online element is really cool and refreshing. Had so much fun seeing other peoples structures and signs, helping me out and making my travels easter.
    The story is fun and interesting. It’s a bit mystical and has many fantasy elements. But it also deals with some more philosophical and more current subjects. Some that our friends from the US might take a bit too personal, especially coming from a non-american. And I feel like some journalists and internet media kinda showed how toxic they can be, when creators don’t show America in the fantastic light, leading the world and propagating how great of a country it is.
    So I think a lot of the hate also comes from this. And the fact that they take what Kojima said about Americans liking shooters more, being taken too personal. And If you rate this game 0 because of that… Pretty pathetic I must say.

    All and all, I feel like we had these sort of weird experiences a lot more in the PS2 and GameCube era. I guess gamers were a little different back then. And I don’t understand all the fuss. It’s a really, really good game. Sure, silly at times, maybe even a bit cringy. But that’s Ok. It’s unapologetically itself. And I’m pretty sure that this game will reveal itself to be a pretty big cult classic and all the downvotes in the world isn’t going to change that. Why? You might ask? Because, again, It’s really that good. You just need to give it time to breathe and don’t rush to finish it in under forty hours. And to top it all off: 1) No microtransactions 2) a completely new and super creative IP from great talents in gaming and film. 3) A story that ends and doesn’t build up to a shared universe!

    I recommend this to anyone who likes strategy, the best item management since RE4, creative story, amazing environments and taking their time. Be patient and be open to what this game wants to give, and you’ll probably be as addicted and fascinated with this game as I am.    … Expand
  10. jfuruuchi
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Com quase 50 horas de jogo e já chegando ao final, sinto uma pena imensa em terminar essa obra prima do Kojima. Com certeza levarei comigo os momentos épicos de caminhadas solitárias ao som de Low Roar. História e gráficos incomparáveis. Uma pena ter gerado tanto hate dos Caixistas .

    With almost 50 hours of play and already coming to an end, I feel a great pity in finishing this Kojima    Com quase 50 horas de jogo e já chegando ao final, sinto uma pena imensa em terminar essa obra prima do Kojima. Com certeza levarei comigo os momentos épicos de caminhadas solitárias ao som de Low Roar. História e gráficos incomparáveis. Uma pena ter gerado tanto hate dos Caixistas .

    With almost 50 hours of play and already coming to an end, I feel a great pity in finishing this Kojima masterpiece. I will surely take with me the epic moments of solitary walks to the sound of Low Roar. Amazing history and graphics. A pity to have generated the related "hate" from players.    … Expand
  11. Clintzubeans
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    This is my non-spoiler review of Death Stranding...I fell in love with every aspect of this game throughout my play through. The addicting game play loop of gathering materials to construct various objects in the world (Bridges, Roads, Time Fall shelters, Recharge Stations), as well as delivering packages in good condition to get likes, stat boosts, and new items. At first the traversalThis is my non-spoiler review of Death Stranding...I fell in love with every aspect of this game throughout my play through. The addicting game play loop of gathering materials to construct various objects in the world (Bridges, Roads, Time Fall shelters, Recharge Stations), as well as delivering packages in good condition to get likes, stat boosts, and new items. At first the traversal mechanics can seem cumbersome, but after a while it becomes second nature and I grew to really appreciate how realistic and tactile it was. As you get further into the game and begin upgrading Sams stats and unlocking new ways of traversal it really opens up the possibilities and gives a real sand box-like experience. Vehicles are extremely fun to navigate with. I found it a fun challenge trying to climb steep cliffs with a motorcycle or truck so I could arrive with all my cargo, and the power skeletons are a godsend for maximizing the amount of gear you can travel with on foot. The acting is for the most part excellent all around. Mads Mickelson is a stand out, especially towards the end of the game. There are a few characters that come off odd, but they are relegated to side missions that aren't integral to the games story. The story is so intriguing and deep and it makes you want to get down to the bottom of what is going on in it's bizarre and stunning world. Sometimes the way it is fed to you can be a little on the nose or strange, but it didn't detract from the story it was trying to tell overall. There are so many memorable moments that impacted me on a deep emotional level. Game graphics need no comment, as they are easily the best looking graphics of the generation. Performance was extremely solid on my PS4 slim and I didn't encounter a single glitch or noticeable drop in frame rate. Character, enemy, and environment design is all top notch. Everything has had a painstaking amount of detail poured into it and it truly shows. Bosses are such a spectacle and can be quite challenging if you are unprepared to deal with them. Normal BT's are extremely nerve racking when you encounter them and have led to some truly intense and memorable moments. At the end of the day there is truly no game like Death Stranding. The best way I can describe it is an experience. When I completed it, it felt like I had been on an epic journey that I had put my blood, sweat, and tears into. Riding the highest highs and crushing lows right along with Sam. It's a game that can only be fully appreciated and understood by actually playing through it entirely. I truly believe that once the dust on controversy has settled, people will look back on Death Stranding as one of the best and most important pieces of entertainment media ever created. Up there with the likes of Inception and the Lord of the Rings. I will never forget my time with Death Stranding, and as I completed my journey I was sad that I will never be able to experience it for the first time again. For those who are on the fence about this game, please give it a try and go into it with an open mind. If you can actually make it to the end of the journey, there is no way you could call this anything less than a great game. For me, it is a masterpiece and sits atop the throne of my favorite games of all time. This is my honest review of the game and I give it my score not to combat the bad scores, but because it's just how I feel about the game.… Expand
  12. DavidMartia
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Un juego que de verdad no es para todo el mundo, tiene muy buena historia, una magnifica banda sonora y una experiencia muy agradable, el juego al ser un "genero nuevo" no le va a gustar a todo el mudo pero antes de hacer criticas injustas denle una oportunidad, si no pueden jugarlo, miren gameplays en youtube, pues este juego de verdad vale la pena, aunque en algunos momentos si deja queUn juego que de verdad no es para todo el mundo, tiene muy buena historia, una magnifica banda sonora y una experiencia muy agradable, el juego al ser un "genero nuevo" no le va a gustar a todo el mudo pero antes de hacer criticas injustas denle una oportunidad, si no pueden jugarlo, miren gameplays en youtube, pues este juego de verdad vale la pena, aunque en algunos momentos si deja que desear y se vuelve un poco aburrido "momentos de recorrer grandes distancias una y otra vez", pero al realizar esas misiones obtenemos la recompensa de ver parte de la historia que nos engancha y nos deja con la intriga que nos empuja a seguir jugando y si no vemos el juego con mala cara y tratamos de centrarnos en ver los puntos fuertes y tratar de disfrutarlo, realmente podemos darnos cuenta que el juego es una obra de arte. El modo multijugador nos deja disfrutando bastante ya que podemos interactuar de manera indirecta con otros jugadores lo que lo hace realmente bonito, ver y encontrar una escalera para que atrevieses una zona más rápido, un mensaje de apoyo, una advertencia de lo que se aproxima, es muy bonito y una manera bastante entretenida de hacer un multijugador, gracias por este juego, que en sin más, una obra de arte.… Expand
  13. Thayne
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is a game not for everyone.

    Ironically, a game that is all about connecting people and bringing them together, Death Stranding is the most divisive title of the decade. Being able to enjoy this game comes down to whether or not you're able to appreciate games as an art form or if you only play games for fun. In Death Stranding you play as Sam, a package delivery guy    Death Stranding is a game not for everyone.

    Ironically, a game that is all about connecting people and bringing them together, Death Stranding is the most divisive title of the decade. Being able to enjoy this game comes down to whether or not you're able to appreciate games as an art form or if you only play games for fun.

    In Death Stranding you play as Sam, a package delivery guy snatched into the service of an organization trying to re-establish a nationwide network in post-apocalyptic America. You pick up delivery orders and traverse the distance between the cities - mostly on foot. If you feel like pulling a heavy load of cargo across long distances on challenging terrain is a drag, you would be correct. But make no mistake, this is by design. As mentioned earlier this game is all about making connections and building bridges - both literally and figuratively. Death Stranding continuously highlights how much harder things are to do on your own by creating a stark contrast between making deliveries to a new location for the very first time and returning to a place you already connected to the others. Bringing nodes online shares the area with other players, allowing you to use equipment, vehicles and structures they left behind by other Sams moving through. Using paths in common with others also clears the terrain from rocks and creates natural dirt paths. You can even co-operate with other players and build paved roads spanning great distances around and above otherwise dangerous areas.

    Most of Death Stranding's gameplay mechanics have to do with cargo. Whether carrying things as the main gameplay loop is something you can enjoy or not is entirely up to your personal preference, but it's undeniably well designed. Sam has a limit to how much he can carry, both in weight and volume. The shape and weight of his cargo loadout affects his stability and movement speed. His ability to maintain his balance is affected by many things, like slopes, terrain and the sharpness of his turns. You have complete control over Sam, but he also has momentum. The only time I ever had to fight the controls was when I was trying to interact with the floating cargo carrier I was dragging behind me. The game also has combat features that should feel very familiar to Metal Gear Solid players, although with much less variety.

    To keep this review spoiler free, I'm not going to discuss the story in much detail. The world of Death Stranding is strange and fascinating, with bits and pieces of the details fed to the player as Sam progresses across the continent. In typical Kojima fashion the story is both another strong point of the game and sometimes comes off a little preachy. The dialogue also misses a few beats.

    Positives:
    + the world and the characters are excellent
    + a truly unique game

    Negatives:
    - has pacing issues
    - it's not for everyone    … Expand
  14. VictorKudr
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Идиальная игра, лучшая за последним 5 лет.
  15. NooknCranny
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    I think the game is a slow burn but some how with little patience i can see the ideas and i feel like a survivor delivering in a apocalyptic world. A bloody transporter revolving around a genuinely interesting story.
  16. Grindmaker
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Best game of 2019.
    The plot obscures all the problems of gameplay.
    Go eat hamburgers, brainless idiots who specifically underestimate.
  17. Godlight
    Nov 16, 2019
    0
    Massenger man look sick laster kojima u troll damn america people goofy non understand your game nuclear bommer begin your game it shame for u to sony & pc in future same rip.
  18. MarcelloTavares
    Nov 18, 2019
    3
    Are you kidding me ? Is this a demo ? Kojima spent so much time doing "the movie" he forgot he had to do a game too ? And all this crap from the "real critics" about that this is a masterpiece ? Is that a kind of "Shakespeare in Love" situation ? Of course it will win game of the year... we poor mortals dont understand the genius of Kojima. Walking simulator...
  19. Umar_Ali
    Nov 12, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The first ten hours of this game is just tutorials about walking, the game has some interesting stuff after that but isn't enough to redeem this steaming pile of garbage.
    The story itself is shamelessly plagiarized from the anime Evangelion.
    Kojima even included the idea of four explosions changing the whole world as we know it from the anime.    … Expand
  20. UhFitz
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is a wonderful game but is not for everyone. I found this game relaxing and memorizing with it's story and game play. Some will not enjoy the slow pace game play but this certainly picks up in the later half of the game, I assume the majority of reviews are from users who have NOT beat the game or even got passed the first 3 episodes out of 14. The start of the game is theDeath Stranding is a wonderful game but is not for everyone. I found this game relaxing and memorizing with it's story and game play. Some will not enjoy the slow pace game play but this certainly picks up in the later half of the game, I assume the majority of reviews are from users who have NOT beat the game or even got passed the first 3 episodes out of 14. The start of the game is the only thing not letting me give this a 10, the story telling world everything is great. If you enjoy Euro Truck Simulator or games where you deliver cargo you will enjoy this, if you are a hardcore action fan who wants every moment to be crazy this isn't for you. It's slow paced and rewarding for those who choose to enjoy something instead of dismissing a game after 2 hours of game play. You wouldn't watch a movie for 10 minutes and say it's the worst movie ever made, why would you do the same with a game? Full game will likely take 38-42 hours depending on your play style.

    First half of the game 7/10
    Second half of the game 10/10    … Expand
  21. Draxxthemsklons
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    First off, this is not a game for everyone. Like most Kojima games he mixes a complex story with well developed characters with gameplay that on the surface seems very basic, maybe somewhat monotonous, but the more you invest in it the more complex and rewarding it becomes. There are many negative reviews but my theory is it’s mostly from people who just rushed through the game not takingFirst off, this is not a game for everyone. Like most Kojima games he mixes a complex story with well developed characters with gameplay that on the surface seems very basic, maybe somewhat monotonous, but the more you invest in it the more complex and rewarding it becomes. There are many negative reviews but my theory is it’s mostly from people who just rushed through the game not taking in any aspect of it. Pissed their vehicles kept breaking down and not knowing why they can’t find generators. If you try and rush through this game you’re gonna be sorely disappointed. You actually have to prep for most mission, yes they all do boil down into fetch quests, but traversing through the environments lends enough variation that it was hard for me to become bored. Working with other players to build structures to make travel easier was probably the most rewarding for me putting in materials to help build roads only to come back later and it was completely built was an awesome experience. It’s a game where if you got it day one everything you make will make it easier for people who play it later on which is the most innovative mechanic I’ve seen in any game this year. I’m only giving it a 9 out of ten cause it gives you the option to pee on stuff just not the bosses and that’s a missed opportunity if I’ve ever seen one.… Expand
  22. polltonniy
    Nov 18, 2019
    1
    Death Stranding’s narrative was good but this game definitely needs to have actual gameplay.
  23. whatiswrongwith
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Breathtaking, original, deep, and rewarding. Death Stranding is a truly immersive experience that rewarded me greatly for committing to its strangely imagined, darkly emotional, yet constantly subversive, timely, and even funny, world. The gameplay mechanic satisfyingly complements the narrative in a way that I found amusingly realistic. The game moves at a slower pace, and this pace madeBreathtaking, original, deep, and rewarding. Death Stranding is a truly immersive experience that rewarded me greatly for committing to its strangely imagined, darkly emotional, yet constantly subversive, timely, and even funny, world. The gameplay mechanic satisfyingly complements the narrative in a way that I found amusingly realistic. The game moves at a slower pace, and this pace made the game more rewarding and immersive than nearly every game I've played recently. The opening hours are very cinematic heavy, and you will feel like your play is but a footnote for the first two. But those cinematics drew me in with their eerie mystery, and I appreciated how the gameplay matched their tone. I recommend keeping an open mind and letting yourself sink into Kojima's headtrip. You won't be disappointed. Death Stranding excels at exploring wide ranges of emotions with its often perilous and then often oddly idyllic scenarios: fear gives way to hope, disconnectedness is replaced with togetherness, frailty soon transforms into empowerment. You will spend time carefully navigating jaw-droppingly beautiful landscapes. The size of the world will weigh on you, and you will feel genuine relief and empowerment when you gain new ways of traversing environments and overcoming the threats you face. The negative reviews are clearly based on the opening two chapters, and I completely agree that players will do a lot of listening, watching, and walking for the first few hours. But I found these hours especially emotional and beautiful, and I was intrigued by how this game just doesn't feel like other games. I think the negative reviews overlook how integral the early game's slow pace and terrifying world are to the game's impressive narrative arc and the amazingly crafted moments that you experience when you later survive particularly harrowing situations. It is there--when a dark corner of the world throws a seemingly impossible challenge your way, and escaping that corner reveals a beautiful landscape with new sights, sounds, and genuine feelings of relief--that this game is such a massive success. Few games, if any, excel like Death Stranding does at delivering the truly significant emotional moments that I think make gaming such a special medium. If you are looking for something deeper, odder, more unique, and more beautiful than your typical gaming fodder, I heartily recommend Death Stranding.… Expand
  24. xanfus
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    The game has given what lone gamer wants and deserves: society, panorama, a job. Sometimes job gives sense of significance to somebody. NPCs tell u are special all the time. Till u believe in this world, you are involved. One doesn't even get happy in this game, just relieved, like in "Dark souls". But that's enough, that's my everyday life. Ingenious game, truly, because it's simple. DoThe game has given what lone gamer wants and deserves: society, panorama, a job. Sometimes job gives sense of significance to somebody. NPCs tell u are special all the time. Till u believe in this world, you are involved. One doesn't even get happy in this game, just relieved, like in "Dark souls". But that's enough, that's my everyday life. Ingenious game, truly, because it's simple. Do you know the proverb "everything ingenious is simple"?… Expand
  25. jonatastrafa
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    I have 30+ hours in the game and I do not get tired of it. I'm having so much fun that time just flies. Don't understand how so much people think it's boring.
  26. DmitryV
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Игра на твёрдую 8, ставлю 10 т.к тупые люди ставят низкие оценки) По мне игра бомба, Кодзима гений, жанр очень не обычный реально по началу скучно и нихера не понятно, но после 10 часов начинаешь затягиватся, становиться очень интересно на третьей главе , когда появляется транспорт, помощь связь с другими игроками, прям эффекты вау ловишь) В общем ребята не бросайте игру, не хейтите,Игра на твёрдую 8, ставлю 10 т.к тупые люди ставят низкие оценки) По мне игра бомба, Кодзима гений, жанр очень не обычный реально по началу скучно и нихера не понятно, но после 10 часов начинаешь затягиватся, становиться очень интересно на третьей главе , когда появляется транспорт, помощь связь с другими игроками, прям эффекты вау ловишь) В общем ребята не бросайте игру, не хейтите, поиграйте и поймёте в чём соки. Реально игра бомба… Expand
  27. khimmy6171
    Nov 18, 2019
    0
    After spending a couple of hours on the game (somewhere between Chapter 1 and 2), all I ever can think of was I probably wasted $60 on this game. I wasn't sure whether I even had the desire to continue playing this game, let alone finishing it.
    As soon as chapter 2 ended, things started to pick up. I now know how to use things, where to go and more importantly how this game works.
    Now I    After spending a couple of hours on the game (somewhere between Chapter 1 and 2), all I ever can think of was I probably wasted $60 on this game. I wasn't sure whether I even had the desire to continue playing this game, let alone finishing it.
    As soon as chapter 2 ended, things started to pick up. I now know how to use things, where to go and more importantly how this game works.
    Now I am "really" enjoying this game and I am only at Chapter 3. This game definitely is a slow-starter.
    This game reminds me of employing strategies of moving/collecting junks (and the satisfaction that followed) in Fallout games. The element is there and I can't believe Kojima-san took this element into an addicting, fun game.
    As with other Kojima-san games, the attention to detail is top-notch and the graphics are.... insanely detailed and clean-cut. Can't wait to go back home and continue the game.    … Expand
  28. Robgilb9
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Brilliant game. Breath of fresh air in the gaming world. On so many levels this game is amazing but like all truely great thing get more appreciated in time. Thank you kojima
  29. Vitmex
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    When buying this game, you must understand what you get.
    If you are familiar with Kojima games, how it works with the world, gameplay and characters, the game will not disappoint you.
  30. TrueGangsta94
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    Not a usual game and thats why i love it.
    Yes. You a delivery guy BUT! Not a usually delivery..and think about it..All in the games you need to kill that or that...bit here death stranding is on another dimension..another level..you cant explain the srory in the first hour..and you play and delivery and build structures and have fun..its not boreing..expect me..
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 111 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 111
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 111
  3. Negative: 3 out of 111
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Mar 18, 2020
    100
    Death Stranding is creating a new game genre and therefore paves its own path towards more interactive experiences. It is a brave work thanks to its novelty, which fortunately is not a bragging right for its creators, as it may have seemed, but an exceptional title that will reward the brave who play it. [Issue#299]
  2. New York Daily News
    Mar 18, 2020
    80
    This game does manage to be fun, even if it is one of the heaviest experiences of 2019. Everything from story to gameplay is begging to be dissected, filled with imagery and symbolism -- just like so many Kojima games before this one. Entering Death Stranding, it’s likely that we all thought Kojima’s calling card was lengthy cutscenes and stealth and action gameplay.
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  3. Carole Quintaine
    Jan 29, 2020
    100
    Death Stranding stands as a powerful author’s game which drives a strong message of how our over-connected society is evolving, and how we can help other players. Unlike many AAA games, it shines on a truly spiritual level. Well written, engaging and visually magnificent, it offers, despite some pacing flaws, an astonishing solo game with elegant multiplayer elements. A unique representation of Hideo Kojima’s talent.
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