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. Maximus404
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Death stranding is the most forward thinking game I have played in years. While it disguises itself as a open world sandbox it is very much a new genre all of itself. If your looking for mgs you will be disapointied. This is a game that centers itself around delivering packages from point a to point b this might sound boring but if you are open minded you will find the gameplay is unlikeDeath stranding is the most forward thinking game I have played in years. While it disguises itself as a open world sandbox it is very much a new genre all of itself. If your looking for mgs you will be disapointied. This is a game that centers itself around delivering packages from point a to point b this might sound boring but if you are open minded you will find the gameplay is unlike anygame before it and is extremely rewarding. I suspect dispite the hundreds of warnings allot of people will buy this expecting a new action based hit, this is not what death stranding is, this is a game that is wrapped in mystery and builds on it's themes using symbolism and emotion . It's not going to be for everyone but those of us who have a deeper understanding of kojima outside mgs this might be his best work.… Expand
  2. Asin667
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Addictive and all encompasing, Death Stranding is a whole different level of addictive and innovative. It's atmosphere grabs you and never lets go. Some may day it's just delivery sim but it is beyond that in every single way. It's deeper and more emersive than any of us realized and I cant wait to finish it.
  3. Ares779
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is one of its kind.It conveys its message in a unique way.The message of us being disconnected from our society.Those long walks really made me think...made me feel lonely.But then through my journey i encountered various equipments left by others which helped me a lot whether it be ladders,bridges,vehicles to complete my journey and them in the end when when i saw peopleDeath Stranding is one of its kind.It conveys its message in a unique way.The message of us being disconnected from our society.Those long walks really made me think...made me feel lonely.But then through my journey i encountered various equipments left by others which helped me a lot whether it be ladders,bridges,vehicles to complete my journey and them in the end when when i saw people living happily(customers) it really made me happy and gave me feeling that there is still hope for us.That we still care of each other.… Expand
  4. Ker0Sen
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    I play the game 20h+, a good game, it does not deserve to be bombarded with so much hate, how in the world a gamer can give this game a 0 rating? Congratulations to the team that worked on this game, thank you for this original idea, the suspense, the creativity, the fun, the adventure, and the vision that is Death Stranding.
  5. Lethaljoe
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is a unique game. It's literally like an entire environmental puzzle. It's had me hooked for the 5 hours I've played so far.

    It's a complete "walking simulator" in what the internet has called it. But it's fun, dazzling and most importantly has a lot of great design. Don't let people who get bored when asked to do something different for once. Watch some gameplay and you    Death Stranding is a unique game. It's literally like an entire environmental puzzle. It's had me hooked for the 5 hours I've played so far.

    It's a complete "walking simulator" in what the internet has called it. But it's fun, dazzling and most importantly has a lot of great design. Don't let people who get bored when asked to do something different for once. Watch some gameplay and you will know if it's right for you.    … Expand
  6. Joustin
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Just as many games do not need a complex plot, DS does not need much action to be a special game .... I love the world created by Hideo and I think it is already a memorable work.
  7. Brokenchain316
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    This game is meant to be a life lesson experience. Hideo Kojima has always tried to convey that the lust for power and wealth is humanity's undoing. This game is an attempt to show you the value in taking pleasure in building rather than smashing. I find this game to be breathtaking and fun so far. You can't compare this to other games. And ridiculously low review scores when the qualityThis game is meant to be a life lesson experience. Hideo Kojima has always tried to convey that the lust for power and wealth is humanity's undoing. This game is an attempt to show you the value in taking pleasure in building rather than smashing. I find this game to be breathtaking and fun so far. You can't compare this to other games. And ridiculously low review scores when the quality is there proves the need for this game...I do think it could use more exploration and secrets to find but this could be dlc ideas. Maybe missions into old bunkers etc would be fun.… Expand
  8. Brycex
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    This game will not be for everyone, I think the negative feedback is from people not looking to try something new but the same cookie cutter type game as every other developer. I'm 12 hours in and love it. If you're after an experience then it's the right game for you.
  9. IsaOdal
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    The best part of these game was the development. It was a mystery. And now, we have all lies on a surrface. Every feature that we were promised, works only in cut scenes. Every MGS had a lot of problems< but they had a gameplay. and now we only have a problems. #KonamiGenius ****
  10. EthanVonCarter
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Now I usually do not write reviews, especially when I havent even finished the game. (which non of these reviews that are out now have btw) Anyhow, I just felt that I need to step into the rescue of this Masterpiece that a few self-entitled **** decided to throw dirt on just because it isnt cod or someother game that demands for instant gratification to be "fun". Is it different? YES, isNow I usually do not write reviews, especially when I havent even finished the game. (which non of these reviews that are out now have btw) Anyhow, I just felt that I need to step into the rescue of this Masterpiece that a few self-entitled **** decided to throw dirt on just because it isnt cod or someother game that demands for instant gratification to be "fun". Is it different? YES, is it for everybody? NO, ABSOLUTELY NOT. It's fine that people doesnt enjoy the game, totally understandable. But giving it a 0/10 is disrespectful, and nothing but that. Kojima and his team, tried something new, AND IT WORKS, so you'll either hate the game or love it. But even if you hate it, don't base your review on what you think it should have been, because no. This game wouldn't have worked as a movie, (as some have stated) No, they shouldn't have added fast travel etc. It would have ruin the whole experience of the game. This game is really enjoyable because it's hard. This game works BECAUSE its so frustrating sometimes. I've seen some people call this game "The Dark Souls of world traversal" And it truly is that.

    Now lets ignore these children and focus on the game. It's big, gorgeous and hard to traverse. For me, it's never boring, its hard. And that's really everything I'm gonna say. I really believe this game is something YOU need to experience for yourself without spoilers. If you need instant gratification to have fun, don't buy this. Play something else :,)
    But if you want to experience something truly new, uniqe and wonderful. Try it out. Compared to everything that has been released in a very long time, this truly is goldglimp of hope for this industry. We dont need the same thing over and over again, we need new and innovative ideas that work with the concept of gameplay. And Death Stranding does that really really good!

    Only reason that I'm not giving this a 10/10 is beacuse I havent finished it. But It probably is a 10/10. Cheers    … Expand
  11. Jaegotit
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    I spent an hour playing the game an I really enjoy it. Its very engaging as of right now I wish i was at home still playing it. But i had to go to work. Just try the game first for yourself before saying its terrible which it is not 9/10 is my rating of Death Stranding.
  12. Oktoberknight07
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    I’ve played this all day and I can officially say I am addicted and it has lived up to MY expectations. This is not a game for everyone. It is extremely hard to describe what is fun about it, but I enjoy the fact I have to be alert 100% of the time otherwise the main character will fall over and your mission has failed. I’ve already enjoyed the asynchronous multiplayer aspect of the gameI’ve played this all day and I can officially say I am addicted and it has lived up to MY expectations. This is not a game for everyone. It is extremely hard to describe what is fun about it, but I enjoy the fact I have to be alert 100% of the time otherwise the main character will fall over and your mission has failed. I’ve already enjoyed the asynchronous multiplayer aspect of the game and it has saved me so many times already.… Expand
  13. electrih
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    One of the few games in modern days which actually takes risks with it's story and game-play. Not everything is a complete success, but the atmosphere and the original story is nothing like current games has to offer. Kojima keeps redefining gaming experience, blurring the line between gaming and movie experience.
    Modern day audiences which have accustomed to hyper fast online games may    One of the few games in modern days which actually takes risks with it's story and game-play. Not everything is a complete success, but the atmosphere and the original story is nothing like current games has to offer. Kojima keeps redefining gaming experience, blurring the line between gaming and movie experience.
    Modern day audiences which have accustomed to hyper fast online games may not appreciate the story telling and slow paced exploratory gameplay.    … Expand
  14. Lockjaw_01
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Утверждать, что Кодзима ГЕНИЙ, пока не стану, т.к. не прошёл сюжет полностью, но наиграв не малое кол-во часов уже могу сказать о плюсах и минусах игры(имхо).
    Плюсы:
    -интригующий сюжет
    -классный визуал
    -музыкальное сопровождение
    -действительно новый геймплей
    Минусы(вернее один но очень ВАЖНЫЙ):
    -игра может оттолкнуть своей медитативностью. Она слишком медлительна и монотонна. ВЫХОД СМЕРТИ(боже) отнимет у вас кучу времени и сил, если вы не любите подобные проекты. Но если вам нравится куча мелких геймплейных механик, вы любите досконально изучать миры и вы наслаждаетесь от вдумчивого сюжета, то это ваша игра    … Expand
  15. Petitalexx
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    It’s a amazing game, breathtaking visuals and the story got me on the first minutes in the game! It’s my first game from Kojima and I’m blown away for the originality the game got!
    The landscape evolution is so great during the game! I was not sure the game was for me because it’s not for everyone but I’m glad I play it.
  16. Mrfizzy
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Very unique and innovative. This isn't a game for everyone. It succeeds in unique experiences, an engaging plot, new style of game mechanics, thought provoking ideas about the detriment of a modern society that is always connected and seeking validation. What I enjoy most about the game is the satisfaction of successfully navigating through difficult terrain, avoiding or escaping from BTsVery unique and innovative. This isn't a game for everyone. It succeeds in unique experiences, an engaging plot, new style of game mechanics, thought provoking ideas about the detriment of a modern society that is always connected and seeking validation. What I enjoy most about the game is the satisfaction of successfully navigating through difficult terrain, avoiding or escaping from BTs and Mules, the unique ways you can interact with other players and the amazing plot and characters. This is not for people looking for an over the top action game. What Death stranding offers is a gameplay experiences that focusses on helping other players rather than destroying them.… Expand
  17. wxywxywxy
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Not a perfect game but definitely not a Zero point game. The quality it delivered worth my 60 bucks.
  18. AureliaRH
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    This game is beautiful, I thought that it would be boring because some of the reviews implied so. But I couldn't put controller down once I started the game. Maybe this game is not for everybody, but for me it's exactly what I want to play at this time.
  19. Marbrand
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Beautiful, cinematic, thought-provoking and fascinating. Serene and terrifying. Simple and complex. Zen and violent. A truly unique game unlike any other and well-worth the time to get into the story and ideas Kojima has presented in the latest release from the video game auteur. Themes of connection and isolation and how much helping each other truly matters. An experience that is so muchBeautiful, cinematic, thought-provoking and fascinating. Serene and terrifying. Simple and complex. Zen and violent. A truly unique game unlike any other and well-worth the time to get into the story and ideas Kojima has presented in the latest release from the video game auteur. Themes of connection and isolation and how much helping each other truly matters. An experience that is so much more than the sum of its parts.… Expand
  20. Inx2027
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Brilliant game. Anyone with a bit of patience will see the the quality gameplay and the long term rewards. The multiplayer/shared universe element is an added bonus. Beautiful and complex, Death Stranding is a Kojima game through and through with his trademark storytelling and humour. Loving it so far
  21. Rockchalk1214
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Not meant for the fast paced player... very slow game with a terrific story.
  22. 2ugly_jpg
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    yes it is a game in which you go from point a to point b but with interesting mechanics and a story worth listening to, I understand that many people found it very boring but I would say that it is relaxing, it is not a game with action around every corner. in short it is a good game worth playing
  23. Phatzombi
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Good story, great graphics and detail. Different from other games in alot of ways. Great cast and music soundtrack to go with it, cant go wrong picking this game up.
  24. MeccaCola
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    I really like the game though but I understand if many don't.
    It's difficult to explain in words.
  25. eidovolta
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is a breath of fresh air in a world full of instant gratification videogames. While lacking in some departments for the "modern gamer", for me personally, Death Stranding hits the spot perfectly. Up to this day i never really liked traversing enviroments in games, because all it was just holding "forward" and not really doing anything else. What Death Stranding does, isDeath Stranding is a breath of fresh air in a world full of instant gratification videogames. While lacking in some departments for the "modern gamer", for me personally, Death Stranding hits the spot perfectly. Up to this day i never really liked traversing enviroments in games, because all it was just holding "forward" and not really doing anything else. What Death Stranding does, is give you a handful of enjoyable minigames to play while looking at the beautiful enviroments and listening to the ambience of it all. That's what works for me, I think in the coming years, games will start adding these minigames to traversal, instead of opting for 100% fast-travel. Fast-travel has it's merits, but sometimes it's good to let the player enjoy the scenery, even if it seems lengthy.
    i have not finished the game yet and i feel there is a lot more to discover in the upcoming hours, that i will play. I feel that the majority of people here giving 0's didn't even touch the game based on their reviews and seeing as some of their "claims" were proven wrong when i actually got to a certain part of the game, which showed that they didn't know what they were talking about.
    All in all, if you cannot spare 60 dollars for a game of this scale, wait for a sale, give it an honest try, ignoring all other opinions and for once, try to form your own. It is what i did and i have to say i'm not missing a single cent that i spent.
    Music is gorgeous, Graphics aswell, albeit i was hoping for 60 fps, the game being locked to 30 being a minus for me. The story, seemingly complicated to some, is told in chunks, not too complicated, easily to digest considering how long the game is.
    While some people maybe expected a military shooter ala Metal Gear Solid and what we're seeing is the dissapointment of not getting something you're expecting. For me the gameplay is above all else, "glorified fetch quest", "boring, repetitive" some may call it, don't listen to those people and try it for yourself, at the end of the day you might end up as me and find a new game to add to your favourites. You may not end up liking it, but that's okay.    … Expand
  26. maxadw
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    This game is not for everyone. Complaining about this game being repetitious doesn't make sense to me because technical all games are. If you're looking for intense action, go play COD/etc. You do walk a lot, but everything you do has a purpose. This is my first Kojima game and I can say that it's definitely an unique experience. Honestly, just give the game a chance and see what it hasThis game is not for everyone. Complaining about this game being repetitious doesn't make sense to me because technical all games are. If you're looking for intense action, go play COD/etc. You do walk a lot, but everything you do has a purpose. This is my first Kojima game and I can say that it's definitely an unique experience. Honestly, just give the game a chance and see what it has to offer. I'm not sure how long people have played it but if you play it for more than 5 hours it picks up a lot.… Expand
  27. alio828
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    It’s funny that almost every 0 point user reviews are based on their 2-3 hours of gameplay. As we know, first 2-3 hours of game is basically contains nothing but Kojambo’s explanatory tutorial crap. I understand why they gave up so fast, I also hated painfully slow gameplay and repetitive cutscenes until episode 3. Long story short, all I want to say without spoiler is that do not believeIt’s funny that almost every 0 point user reviews are based on their 2-3 hours of gameplay. As we know, first 2-3 hours of game is basically contains nothing but Kojambo’s explanatory tutorial crap. I understand why they gave up so fast, I also hated painfully slow gameplay and repetitive cutscenes until episode 3. Long story short, all I want to say without spoiler is that do not believe 0 points with just saying this is ‘walking simulator with baby’.… Expand
  28. That1Dork
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Thought I feel the main idea of the game will go over a lot of players heads. Death Stranding's ideology isn't what I would say many gamers were looking for nor were they expecting. I would say, when people think of a Kojima game they tend to think of only Metal Gear Solid. Though that is of course a great series, it was always centered around a central conflict of war and it's integralThought I feel the main idea of the game will go over a lot of players heads. Death Stranding's ideology isn't what I would say many gamers were looking for nor were they expecting. I would say, when people think of a Kojima game they tend to think of only Metal Gear Solid. Though that is of course a great series, it was always centered around a central conflict of war and it's integral part of our society. Our society has become so enthralled by war games and those who create them when something new and hoenstly innovative like DS comes out it often leaves the player feeling underwhelmed or unimpressed at a first glance. Yes, the game is very long and somewhat all over the place. However, it takes what many games tend to not do and place the players in a sort of space where they are truly on their own. Kojima stated himself he wanted the player to feel a type of aloneness while playing and climbing rocks and mountains all by your lonesome I say capture that type of affinity. He got what he was going for. The game is not bad, it is something that's new and that I say people aren't used to yet. "walking simulator" isn't exactly what I'd call it, but rather a game that gives the player a chance to instead of run and gun and have to attack everything or be some sort of super soldier, instead you're a simple carrier on a mission to connect the remaining strands of a post apocalyptic America. It's different, but most games that tend to go this route are and will literally either hit or miss with a target audience. If you went in expecting Metal Gear 2.0 then of course you'd feel cheated and kicked to the curb. It's not Metal Gear. This is something that with the combined efforts of a masterful team and a man using his own dream journal as inspiration, and created something both unique and somewhat a topic changer for how people play most games nowadays. It's a good game, and I think it deserves some credit for being able to bring new ideas like a carrier system and exploration of field versus simply only and always finding an enemy to attack. If people would focus that instead of the former, maybe they'd see it in the light Kojima meant for it to be presented. Again, it's not a war game. It is it's own genre all together. Love it, or hate it, it brought something new to the table and I appreciate what work they have done.… Expand
  29. Chicago_113
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    It's definitely different but I love this game, the mechanics are great the story is kojima as usual but I wouldn't want it no other way at all can't wait to see what he does next.
  30. MissOblivuonHD
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    The game -although definitely divisive- is fun in it's own unique ways. It's a fascinating slow-burn masterpiece that's keeping me hooked. After 12 straight hours of playing I took the liberty of writing a review. The only thing that bugs me is the clunky menus. I was pleasantly surprised after reading many of the horrid things others had to say about it.
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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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