Death Stranding

 PlayStation 4
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7.4

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  1. kraftw33rk
    Apr 16, 2021
    5
    Grafik, Pixel, Framerate und Sound sind nicht alles und doch ein typischer Kojima. Klasse Atmosphäre. Tolle Grafik und spitzen Sound. Die Geschichte wird toll erzählt.
    Leider werden Schauspieler-Gesichter verwendet - Niemals Filme und Games mixen!
    Wertet und lenkt ab! Das Gesicht des "The walking Dead" Schauspielers haut mich ständig raus aus der Geschichte. Ich denke andauernd nur an    Grafik, Pixel, Framerate und Sound sind nicht alles und doch ein typischer Kojima. Klasse Atmosphäre. Tolle Grafik und spitzen Sound. Die Geschichte wird toll erzählt.
    Leider werden Schauspieler-Gesichter verwendet - Niemals Filme und Games mixen!
    Wertet und lenkt ab! Das Gesicht des "The walking Dead" Schauspielers haut mich ständig raus aus der Geschichte. Ich denke andauernd nur an die Serie statt in dem tollen Spiel zu sein. Schade Kojima. Das hätten 5 Sterne werden können     … Expand
  2. SethGrey
    Apr 8, 2021
    6
    A Messy Work of Art

    Graphics, World Design & Presentation: 8 Visually stunning and intriguing world design. One of the best looking open world games of the modern era. The post-apocalyptic world design with lush green environment with oily-dirty substance and structures make for a unique sight. The presentation is a bit problematic at times, there are sometimes too many cut scenes that    A Messy Work of Art

    Graphics, World Design & Presentation: 8
    Visually stunning and intriguing world design. One of the best looking open world games of the modern era. The post-apocalyptic world design with lush green environment with oily-dirty substance and structures make for a unique sight. The presentation is a bit problematic at times, there are sometimes too many cut scenes that slows down an already slow game. Some skipable with one button, others require different buttons.

    Soundtrack & Voice Acting: 10
    Music is transcendent, it's up there at the top of video game soundtrack Hall of Fame with Nier: Automata and The Last of Us. Voice acting is excellent.

    Writing & Story: 7
    We're getting into controversial territory here. The main plot is unique and unlike anything I've experienced before. The story is built around original concepts only capable of coming out of the mind of a genius or a man man. The plot deserves a perfect score for creativity. Sadly, you can't talk about the story without the writing. The dialogue is questionable at times, the fourth wall breaking regularly shatters the immersion of an otherwise serious storytelling experience. The protagonist's oedipal relationship with his mother/sister/lover also is jarring and everything is too much on the nose starting from the names of the locations (Knot this, Knot that) to names of the characters (Bridges, Strand, Die-Hardman etc). There are too many eye-rolling moments to take the story seriously at times.

    Gameplay & Fun Factor: 0
    This is where things get interesting. As I attempt to get the platinum trophy on hard difficulty, this has been easily one of the most frustrating gaming experiences of my life.

    The core gameplay of Death Stranding is intentionally tedious, which is ironic since gameplay is the foundation and heart and soul of every video game. The constantly mandatory opening of menus interrupt the moments of auditory bliss provided by the otherworldly soundtrack. Gameplay requires a lot of precision get imprecise controls worsened by realistic physics make traversal a real nightmare. Whilst zip-lines can be fun to use, most everything isn't.

    Combat mechanics aren't engaging, most of the enemies provide distraction from the real enemy of the game - the controls. Moreover the excessive slow motion slows down the cripplingly slow gameplay even further. I'd recommend playing on the Easy mode, disregard the stealth and quickly chop through the enemies to get to the good part, the story.

    Overall the gameplay is intended to realistically reflect the hardships of carrying inhumane amount of weight and travelling across rough terrains. This is a textbook example of how too much realism can actually hurt a game.

    Performance & Stability: 7
    Game plays like a dream. Apart from sudden loading pauses when you're zip-lining through the map (which I imagine can be fixed with an SSD) there's no frame rate drops or no crashes to talk about. Incredibly stable!

    Overall: 6.4
    Death Stranding is a unique blend of intriguing and emotional story, sublime music, spectacular visuals and intentionally frustrating and tedious gameplay which makea it an inconsistent work of art that's difficult to recommend to everyone. It's cripplingly slow and takes a little too long to unlock the more engaging elements of the gameplay. One could argue that it should've been a movie or a TV show instead of a game but it's hard to argue that it's an incredible and unique experience should you suffer through the boring slog of a gameplay for 50+ hours.    … Expand
  3. 0007
    Apr 12, 2021
    0
    You just run around delivering boxes. I think Kojima played a practical joke on gamers
  4. tfonias74
    Apr 7, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very different and interesting game with a extremely boring finale.. the last 4 chapters at least are filler with no interest. You get to fight the same boss at least 3 times in a boring fight that offers nothing new. I have to admit the last part of the game really soured the whole experience.… Expand
  5. P15
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    Сразу видно, что игру любили люди, которые её делали. Куча идеально работающих механик, интерактивность, проработка мелких деталей, отличный сюжет и невероятный сетинг. Безусловно есть люди, которым игра не понравилась из-за нестандартного подхода к геймплею, мол " willing simulator ", но даже при этом сложно отрицать, что "Death Stranding" прекрасная игра. И к сожалению, игры такогоСразу видно, что игру любили люди, которые её делали. Куча идеально работающих механик, интерактивность, проработка мелких деталей, отличный сюжет и невероятный сетинг. Безусловно есть люди, которым игра не понравилась из-за нестандартного подхода к геймплею, мол " willing simulator ", но даже при этом сложно отрицать, что "Death Stranding" прекрасная игра. И к сожалению, игры такого уровня, встречается крайне редко.… Expand
  6. YjiDu
    Apr 6, 2021
    9
    Incredible game. There is some issues with cars and bikes, but that is absolutely invaluable. I played on hard and after completing story, I feel just good. Story is amazing. You see how story takes the swing and every twist is valuable. I don't know what to say. If you hadn't played it yet, you definitely should.
  7. steverozada
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Este juego, o lo odias, o lo amas. Me encuentro en el segundo grupo. No es el tipo de juego para todo el mundo, pero si lo que te gusta es difrutar de los graficos, del sonido, de la historia, este juego te tedra pegado a la pantalla por horas. Es como escuchar rock o chill out, hay momentos para todo.
  8. Nexon214
    Apr 4, 2021
    7
    I give it an 7, because of the overall experience. My thoughts on Death Stranding is honestly mixed, because on "gameplay" wise, well... That doesn't really exist. So for the "gameplay", I give it a 4 out of 10. But on the cinematic side Death Stranding show it's real strength. It has a lot of depth, interesting characters, world, why did all these things happened etc. That was a 10/10 forI give it an 7, because of the overall experience. My thoughts on Death Stranding is honestly mixed, because on "gameplay" wise, well... That doesn't really exist. So for the "gameplay", I give it a 4 out of 10. But on the cinematic side Death Stranding show it's real strength. It has a lot of depth, interesting characters, world, why did all these things happened etc. That was a 10/10 for me. That's why, my overall rating is 7.… Expand
  9. JonayBN69
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is one of the most underrated games, people throw so many beef about it but it is awesome anyways.… Expand
  10. Dubeau
    Apr 4, 2021
    6
    Death Stranding has a very ambitious story to tell but it fails with it's gameplay mechanics and fights. The story is not simple and revolves a lot on fantasy. It's good and they put real actors in it. The delivery of the story is amazing. At the base however, this is a lot a walking simulator. You get vehicles at some points, most of them are slow enough that the BT can attack you. MakingDeath Stranding has a very ambitious story to tell but it fails with it's gameplay mechanics and fights. The story is not simple and revolves a lot on fantasy. It's good and they put real actors in it. The delivery of the story is amazing. At the base however, this is a lot a walking simulator. You get vehicles at some points, most of them are slow enough that the BT can attack you. Making deliveries gets very old, very fast. The gun/grenade fighting works with human targets, but the BTs it generates horrible fighting. The system is so slow and unprecise that the BT have a net advantage. On top of that, they attack from behind, something your character can't handle well since it takes forever to move or turn around. The music is quite good, especially like Low Roar music. I like the fact that you can share other players structures. The reward system is fun too. I give it 68%. The ending is blocked with a series of BT fights, and factually kill the game before the end. Great story but with bad enemy design and choices.… Expand
  11. marvsfontanilla
    Mar 31, 2021
    9
    Story: 7
    Graphics: 9
    Sound: 9
    Gameplay: 8
    Game Time: 40 Hours (Main Story) + Extra
  12. Aggelosfk
    Mar 29, 2021
    9
    Although not a game for everyone, it is arguably one of the best experiences you can have in terms of story .The mechanics are great ,the sense of "cooperation" you have with other players is fantastic.
    I recommend playing it, its something different wich yoo will remember for a long time
  13. Amescu
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    Believe me, I was one of the haters of this game. Delivery guy, boring mechanics, boring experience, the story makes no sense, blablabla...
    I could not be more wrong. Easily one of the best games of my entire life.
  14. perro_loco
    Mar 27, 2021
    8
    Great game! Not for everyone, but you will enjoy the game ir you give it a chance.
  15. Western_Zombie
    Mar 27, 2021
    9
    I've waited over a year before I bought the game, I was discouraged by the mixed reviews. Now, after completing the main story and most side activities in almost 120 hours I can easily say it's one of the best games I ever played (and I played hundreds of them).

    Death Stranding is a kind of anti-game, taking apart what video games really are and what is their purpose. Many people call it    I've waited over a year before I bought the game, I was discouraged by the mixed reviews. Now, after completing the main story and most side activities in almost 120 hours I can easily say it's one of the best games I ever played (and I played hundreds of them).

    Death Stranding is a kind of anti-game, taking apart what video games really are and what is their purpose. Many people call it a walking simulator and at the first glance it really is just that. The trick is that going from one point to another, figuring out the routes, making choices, building structures that will help you and others to traverse difficult terrain gave me more fun than vast majority of action-packed games ever did. Making deliveries became an addiction for me for many hours. You don't have to shoot people to have fun fighting obstacles in a game.

    The other thing is the story, which is incredibly deep and moving near the end of the game. I would compare it to the best sci-fi films in history, like 2001: Space Odyssey or Interstellar. It's epic but also touching and intimate. It makes you wonder what's the meaning of life, what will happen in the future, it questions your beliefs and morality. It left me literally in tears at the end of the game and I will never forget that.

    At last, the graphics and music. It's a delicious cherry on top. Almost every frame in the game could be a perfect wallpaper, it's so mesmerising. The thing I keep coming to the most is probably the music though. It's one the best soundtracks ever. Ryan Karazija, who made most of the songs in the game, is one of the biggest musical discoveries for me in the last decade.

    I love this game. It has its flaws, like shallow fighting system, little bugs and glitches, but it's constantly on my mind and I can't stop thinking about it. I was never a Kojima fan, I never cared about MGS series. Buy now I'm waiting eagerly what his next creation will be.    … Expand
  16. Yo-yo
    Mar 27, 2021
    0
    I’ve taken **** that are more interesting and fun than the gameplay. The story is as per Kojima MO convoluted and makes no sense. Now I completely understand why he was fired from Konami, he’s a hack who wants to make **** movies and his games are now just as bad as his cut scenes. Avoid at all costs.
  17. ThiterDiego
    Mar 25, 2021
    10
    Increíble historia, gráficos asombrosos, te atrapa desde el primer momento por la trama
  18. pr31br
    Mar 22, 2021
    8
    It is a great game without a good gameplay. I've recently achieved a platinum and i want to kill myself. Kojima did something strange yet beautiful. Wandering around is not only boring but hard. However all of this disappears when i see the story. Not only is it filled with metaphors, great characters, brilliant plot twists and the consuming mystery that brought me to the end. I'm studyingIt is a great game without a good gameplay. I've recently achieved a platinum and i want to kill myself. Kojima did something strange yet beautiful. Wandering around is not only boring but hard. However all of this disappears when i see the story. Not only is it filled with metaphors, great characters, brilliant plot twists and the consuming mystery that brought me to the end. I'm studying as a scriptwriter and i can confidently say that if this game was a movie it would be 11/10. What ruins it for many people is the gameplay aspect. Unfortunately i'm obligated to agree since that is true. Controls on ps4 feel amazing and interactions with monsters (i don't mean energy drinks) feel even more frightening because of the smooth vibrations. But vehicle controls… Don't even attempt to drive a transport on a road that has more than 1 rock on it, unless it is a transporting skateboard. The music part hits really good just in time, but i'm disappointed about a fact that you're actually not able to listen to it freely while being on your way.

    U should buy this game if you support the idea that videogames are the evolution from books and movies, if you're really disappointed about The Last Of Us 2 script or if you want some really strong story.    … Expand
  19. limars
    Mar 19, 2021
    0
    boring, boring, boring, Kojima please start making movies and stop making stupid games like this one
  20. Soroush-Strand
    Mar 14, 2021
    10
    I just Wanted to Say,
    This game is a Complete masterpiece
    Story
    Gameplay
    Music
    Graphics
    And.......
  21. Za_Uvek
    Mar 13, 2021
    8
    Hideo Kojima said this would be a genre defining experience and he wasn't wrong. Show me another game that comes close to being a 'pack marching simulator' and I'll bite my tongue.

    The story in Death Stranding is everything you would expect from Kojima. Confusing, convoluted and melodramatic. The whole plot centres around your character who acts as a courier while trying to link data    Hideo Kojima said this would be a genre defining experience and he wasn't wrong. Show me another game that comes close to being a 'pack marching simulator' and I'll bite my tongue.

    The story in Death Stranding is everything you would expect from Kojima. Confusing, convoluted and melodramatic. The whole plot centres around your character who acts as a courier while trying to link data system up from facility to facility in order to connect people together. All this amidst a world that has been devastated by a cataclysmic event that brought ghost like entities into our realm. That's probably the easiest way to describe the plot, anything beyond that dives into insanity territory. All I can say is, whether you end up loving or hating the overall plot, you can't say it's not original.

    The game-play is where this game gets a big thumbs up for me. It is a love it or hate it affair (just like the story), but if it's your bag, you'll be hooked in an instant. The game-play predominately consists of your character delivering packages from one place to the next. The challenge stems from how you get there. The multiple hazards along route, such as enemy 'MULES' trying to steal your gear, the 'BT' ghostly entities trying to stop your progress or the rainfall slowly destroying your cargo all pose a significant threat. However, I found the most enjoyable challenge was trying to navigate the terrain itself. This game does an amazing job of conveying how it feels to carry such a heavy weight over long distances (after spending 15 years in the army I can vouch). Once each order had been completed, I felt a great sense of relief over and over again. On top of all that, the game looks great and gives the overall experience an 'otherworldly' feel. Coupled with some great sound and a decent soundtrack, you have an overall atmosphere that's hard to match.

    I loved my run of this game. The cast and voice acting kept me engaged, even if the story was a bit too much to swallow. But the addictive nature of the game-play itself is why I stayed. In saying that, this won't be for everyone. If travelling in game for long periods of time put you off, maybe not for you. But if you are into an immersive atmospheric experience that is completely original, give it a crack for sure.    … Expand
  22. Bobby77777
    Mar 11, 2021
    3
    Couldn’t even finish the game. Just got so boring midway, it’s nice graphics definitely fool you into thinking the world is interesting, but it’s empty, you meet 3 story related characters throughout the whole game. There pretty much no cutscenes which just means that you story progression is checklist and you get the satisfaction at the end. It is really going from point A to point BCouldn’t even finish the game. Just got so boring midway, it’s nice graphics definitely fool you into thinking the world is interesting, but it’s empty, you meet 3 story related characters throughout the whole game. There pretty much no cutscenes which just means that you story progression is checklist and you get the satisfaction at the end. It is really going from point A to point B going trough a difficult terrain and avoiding enemies which are pretty dumb and easy to cope with. The story is weird, like really weird. Kojima was on magic mushrooms and he was making this game. Low-key feels like the guy is trying to tell us he was abducted by aliens or smtg. Idk. Waste of money.… Expand
  23. KanjiSan
    Mar 9, 2021
    9
    I hesitate to call Death Stranding a game...it's really more of an experience. The description "genre defying" is most definitely the most appropriate way to describe Death Stranding(DS). I can't really compare DS to any single game...it really leverages bits and pieces of so many different game genres while creating a brand new experience. Some of my friends asked me why I'd play aI hesitate to call Death Stranding a game...it's really more of an experience. The description "genre defying" is most definitely the most appropriate way to describe Death Stranding(DS). I can't really compare DS to any single game...it really leverages bits and pieces of so many different game genres while creating a brand new experience. Some of my friends asked me why I'd play a game where "you play a delivery man in a game that requires no skill"....and honestly...I can't disagree with their description...but I also can't agree with it either. Death Stranding (DS) is so much more than that...while also not much more than that. But I'll do my best to summarize it.

    After 2020...this game was so refreshing. Where most games encourage you to constantly "destroy" and "indiscriminately kill" all that is around you, DS encourages you to do the opposite. You're encouraged to re-build the a post apocalyptic world while helping strangers...you never actually meet in game. You can tell other players exist...but you never actually see them...but you can help them and they can help you. The game rewards you for helping and connecting people with in game "likes"...but there is no way to "dislike" something. And inevitably, other players will benefit from your paths and structures. Other players will contribute to building and up keeping your structures and I'd be you will contribute to theirs.

    As for game play mechanics....you are essentially a delivery man who goes on lots of hikes. And while this sounds super simple...it's anything but... You want to maximize the amount of cargo you can carry, but you also have to literally balance the cargo you choose with the supplies you need to complete the delivery. You'll need to "balance" the cargo you want to deliver with minimal damage, with the supplies you need to complete the delivery. If you take the direct route, you'll likely encounter some conflicts along the way the requires fighting supplies. But if you take a longer route, it'll be more difficult terrain that not only requires you to bring extra supplies but will require more patience to find a route where you won't fall over and damage your cargo. And along the way, "walking" will require you to manage multiple controls. Kojima was so detailed in this game design, that you have to use the left/right triggers to balance the weight on your back along with not only the terrain, but the wind and currents. It's so incredibly simple and yet so complex.

    I also find it very interesting that "killing" in this game is possible, but also highly discouraged. If you kill a living being, you have to dispose of their body or risk a "void out" which essentially is a game over moment requiring you to reload from a save point. It's totally possible to accomplish a disposal...but it's also a major pain discouraging killing a living thing. I know some won't enjoy this...but I personally found it so refreshing. I never intentionally killed another player/NPC. But I did accidentally kill one NPC....that I mistook for an in game hologram by running them over with a vehicle. I was compelled to get out of the vehicle and check on the character even though time was ticking for a timed delivery. I was heart broken while I watched his NPC's partner grieve over their partner/porter's body. It was a total accident and still so emotionally impactful even though it was an accident.

    As for the story, cinematics, and music.....WOW! I'm still in awe. I'm not going to claim the script was flawless...but the story was VERY WELL done. In various parts of the game, you'll have some eye rolling moments where there is quirky dialogue and you'll question why some character names are so very...cliche. But I PROMISE that if you complete the game you won't regret it. The overall story is very well told and complete by the end of the game. I can't even begin to describe how many emotional roller coasters I experienced while playing the game. I was so fortunate to have a friend who had recently finished the game that I could share my experiences with. If you can share the experience with a friend...I'd highly recommend it.

    At the beginning I said this was more of an experience than a game...and I still hold to that claim. I do think you need to play the entire game to appreciate that experience. I know it's hard these days to trust a creator..but I'd highly encourage you to trust Kojima and play through the entire game. It is possible to play the entire game only focusing on the "main" missions, but I suspect you'll instinctively start to complete side missions which will help you along the way.

    Overall...I can't effectively communicate how much I appreciated this game. It's absolutely fantastic!!!! As tempting as a 10/10 was...DS isn't without flaws, but no game/experience is. The music and pacing was fantastic. I wish I had more characters...so I'll end with just EXPERIENCE DEATH STRANDING!    … Expand
  24. Vibby_Xo
    Mar 8, 2021
    10
    Not for everyone. A lot of people are not going to enjoy this as it is something new, they’ll especially not like it if they go in thinking it’s something it’s not so it is important to know what you are getting into (to a certain degree).

    Saying that it is a game you should give a chance if you think you’d be open to it, I gave up after 8 hours of my first play through but picked it up    Not for everyone. A lot of people are not going to enjoy this as it is something new, they’ll especially not like it if they go in thinking it’s something it’s not so it is important to know what you are getting into (to a certain degree).

    Saying that it is a game you should give a chance if you think you’d be open to it, I gave up after 8 hours of my first play through but picked it up again over lockdown and loved it, easily my favourite game of the year and one of my favourites of all time. Gameplay can be described as a walking sim which is true to an extent. But it is more about building networks both with other players and within the world itself and planning out deliveries. Though sparse the world is beautiful to travel through and the idea is once you have made a trip a few times by foot you should have built enough infrastructure to make the trip faster each time. Gameplay and story and well interlinked and once it has you hooked it is very absorbing despite all the walking. The story and acting although not perfect and can tend to be a bit cheesy are exceptionally well done. I would go as far to say this is a masterpiece, though as said before it will not be appreciated but everyone. The soundtrack... it is best experienced within the game as it really elevates those moments but if you don’t like the game and aren’t going to finish it or aren’t even going to get it then just listen to the soundtrack as it is exceptional. It does feel that people tend to complain that most games nowadays are all the same but then when a new concept comes along it gets hated in for being different. So even if you don’t like Death Stranding I hope you can appreciate it for trying something new.    … Expand
  25. PuzonPan
    Mar 8, 2021
    10
    Theres only one bad things i can say about this game. The big ass half screen tips/tutorial notifications that will only go off on its own after good 30s.
    Other than that such a great game. Great story, great cast, great Universe, great interface, great sound effects, good music, great graphics and so so many great little gameplay details that makes this Title so amazing and one of a kind    Theres only one bad things i can say about this game. The big ass half screen tips/tutorial notifications that will only go off on its own after good 30s.
    Other than that such a great game. Great story, great cast, great Universe, great interface, great sound effects, good music, great graphics and so so many great little gameplay details that makes this Title so amazing and one of a kind .. kojima productions really got me with this one. Just about to finish the game and already upset that death stranding 2 was not announced yet. 9.8/10    … Expand
  26. SleepNot
    Mar 7, 2021
    7
    Death stranding is a very good game but so boring! Interesting gameplay first hour but absolutely same all game after.
  27. Stefanobed
    Mar 3, 2021
    10
    Another masterpiece of hideo, is a real new game in the industry , kojima n 1
  28. derfs
    Mar 2, 2021
    10
    that is a masterpiece. The actors are brilliant. it's Kojima's new game. 10/10
  29. Tzanegmr
    Mar 1, 2021
    10
    It's appeals to a more patient state of mind. Play this game when you are ready.
  30. tgosbfernandes
    Feb 28, 2021
    8
    Início de game play chato , no entanto, no desenvolvimento melhora um pouco mais não e incrível, acaba sendo muito repetitivo acaba equilibrando pela história , gráficos e som serem muitos bons
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#33 Best PS4 Game of 2019
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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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