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. explodr
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    I'm really shocked by all the negative reviews. I read some before playing, and figured the game would be boring and repetitive as some of them say. So I braced for the worst and... 10 hours later I'm still enthralled. This type of gameplay isn't for everyone- if you're looking for a mindless shooter or hack-n-slasher, you probably won't like it, as it requires a bit of thinking andI'm really shocked by all the negative reviews. I read some before playing, and figured the game would be boring and repetitive as some of them say. So I braced for the worst and... 10 hours later I'm still enthralled. This type of gameplay isn't for everyone- if you're looking for a mindless shooter or hack-n-slasher, you probably won't like it, as it requires a bit of thinking and planning. But in objective terms, Death Stranding is in a class of its own.

    First I'll list the bad: some parts can feel like a slog. There is some repetition between missions, as they all involve going somewhere, picking something up, and bringing it somewhere else. But that's the basic archetype of almost every video game. Besides that, there are times when it feels too easy or too hard, or a lot of info is dumped on you at once. The story is confusing, especially at the beginning, but all is revealed sooner or later. More impulsive players won't have the patience to sit through the cutscenes and dialogue, of which there is a lot.

    There's much more good than bad. The world feels massive and realistic, the original score suits each scene or level incredibly well, and the controls are impeccably ergonomic. The graphics are nothing revolutionary, but are still very good, and caused no lag on my standard PS4. The story is creative to say the least, as are the gameplay mechanics, some of which don't exist outside of this game.

    Overall, I think Death Stranding deserves an 85-90% score. Very few titles display this level of passion, creativity, and a mastery over UI.    … Expand
  2. Dusnay
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    game super! the plot is fantastic! Kojima is a genius!!! The game has a lot of interesting, beautiful music!
  3. NintendoArabia
    Nov 10, 2019
    7
    What can I say about death stranding .
    The game almost Got it .
    Every single thing about the game is perfect but when you mix them together they don’t work in harmony , I feel like there’s something missing it needs something more .
    But in the end love it or hate it I do believe the Game is a experience that you should try to play it .
  4. AMOLAPIZZA
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This game is love
    This game is poetry This game is hope for humanity
    You can’t call Yourself a gamer and Don’t Like this game.
    Recommended 10/10
  5. Purple-Urkel
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    It’s the most relaxing video game that I’ve ever played. Reminds me of riding my horse around the map in rdr2. I love it, but the whole game is walking around a beautiful map so it might not be for everyone
  6. BananaJNR
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    PERFEITO, o jogo trás mecânicas novas nunca antes vistas, os gráficos são sensacionais, jogabilidade impecável, a história é extremamente complexa
  7. ronboat
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    one of a kind experience, crazy how a game like journey was so well received and this has so much hate
  8. pibeplay83
    Nov 10, 2019
    1
    order simulator !! is this **** Kojima stops playing games !!! The best you already had in the metal gear is already there! Dense and stupid bored jubilate don't buy it !!
  9. Arigus
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. The integrity of the script, the graphics are super even on ps4 fat, the gameplay that you do not relax even for 1 minute. What I want to say is that Kajima is a Genius!!!
  10. greynose
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    There are people who think movies like Stalker by Tarkovsky or Tokyo Story by Ozu are crap. There are people who think Dostoevsky is hoax and Crime & Punishment is boring. There are people who rate Death Stranding 0/10, and they want the creative industry to limit itself to feeding them fast-food xx.

    Bad pacing? Don't even tell me if you are still in the first area (Eastern Area as    There are people who think movies like Stalker by Tarkovsky or Tokyo Story by Ozu are crap. There are people who think Dostoevsky is hoax and Crime & Punishment is boring. There are people who rate Death Stranding 0/10, and they want the creative industry to limit itself to feeding them fast-food xx.

    Bad pacing? Don't even tell me if you are still in the first area (Eastern Area as it's called in the game). As in every other game, the first part is for naiveté like you, to get you familiar with the mechanics of the game. Boring? It's in fact weirdly addictive and satisfactory. I give it a 10/10, not because I want to balance out the 0s in here, but because it breaks out of conventions that are what's really making most games boring these days. You are no longer challenging this guy or that––each trip is a challenge. Killing is no longer the way you approach another being––even the concept of killing is itself being overturned in the grand backdrop of Death Stranding. You are no longer alone, although so often you feel lonely in the game. As in the prophetic prologue quote from Kubō Abe, you are no longer holding sticks but ropes.

    I recommend this game, not just to niche players but to all who still love gaming. There are different ways to tell a story, and we do not need to limit ourselves to one.    … Expand
  11. Thiago_mcd
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    Great game, made with great attention to details. A different approach to stealth games. Amazing storytelling. Kojima just prove again, that he knows what he is doing!
  12. tetetoto
    Nov 10, 2019
    1
    So bored, so hyped. Meaningless quest, but only meaningful to HIDEO KOJIMA. Very disapointed.
  13. amritanshu09
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Amazing superb brilliant game of the year for me might not be for everyone but definitely for me
  14. Rickywestside
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is nothing more than package delivery and walking slowly. A horrible game that has no excuse for being as dull and full of itself as it is. Don’t waste your time playing this game.… Expand
  15. Richardmoreno19
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    pior jogo que já joguei na minha vida, um lixo como tudo que o kojima faz, não joguem
  16. Bubnogromishe
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    What could be easier than the delivery of the parcel? But it’s so addictive, and I don’t understand why, the longer you play, the more you want to play. With the advent of opponents and various devices, the game becomes even more interesting.
  17. crazycupmuffin
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    One of my favourite gameplay experiences ever. It is unlike anything i've played before. It is however probably closer to euro truck simulator 2 than say metal gear solid. And i'm glad. Yes you are delivering from A to B. But the journeys in between go from zen-like to action with human enemies to stranger things kinda horror with the BT's then back to relaxing journey all in one mission.One of my favourite gameplay experiences ever. It is unlike anything i've played before. It is however probably closer to euro truck simulator 2 than say metal gear solid. And i'm glad. Yes you are delivering from A to B. But the journeys in between go from zen-like to action with human enemies to stranger things kinda horror with the BT's then back to relaxing journey all in one mission. It's very unique. Great sci fi story, settings, graphics are the best i've seen, gameplay loop gets you hooked.
    Just dont buy if you are expecting, yet another by-the-numbers corporate AAA title. It's not that genre. Anyone that enjoyed no mans sky though for example, will love death stranding.    … Expand
  18. Sparrow_Odessa
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Игра великолепная, определенно лучшая игра 2019-го года. Главный враг в игре - это длинный путь, который нужно преодолеть, и при этом не растерять важный груз. Потрясающие сюжет и визуал находятся на максимально высоком уровне, а геймплей в свою очередь достаточно необычный и умный, я бы даже сказал тактический, поскольку перед каждой доставкой все нужно обдумывать и рассчитывать. КорочеИгра великолепная, определенно лучшая игра 2019-го года. Главный враг в игре - это длинный путь, который нужно преодолеть, и при этом не растерять важный груз. Потрясающие сюжет и визуал находятся на максимально высоком уровне, а геймплей в свою очередь достаточно необычный и умный, я бы даже сказал тактический, поскольку перед каждой доставкой все нужно обдумывать и рассчитывать. Короче эта игра не для малолеток, обожающих бессмысленные свистоперделки, но это очень образцовый проект для всей индустрии, ведь он дает игроку что-то действительно новое и неповторимое. За все весьма длительное прохождение мне нисколечко не надоело доставлять эти грузы, в первую очередь за счет того, что в каждой следующей миссии появляются новые приспособление и штуковины, приносящие в процесс доставки новые элементы и в целом облегчающие доставку. Также сильно держит сюжет, о котором даже после выключения приставки часто вспоминаешь и размышляешь. Ничего более интересного и залипательного в этом году не было.… Expand
  19. qrzombie
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Spent two days at this wonderful game. Unusual mechanics and total control over every step is what I was so lacking in modern games. And I will continue to enjoy the game.
    Every encounter with the BTs is something.
    Every delivery is planning and thinking about the way.
    Norman Reedus, Lea Seydoux, Mads Mikkelsen and others - it's just some kind of dream!
    The game gives a completely different experience than the games of the generation of popcorn.
    I never regretted it when I bought it, and my expectation since 2016 was fully justified.
    I advise everyone to dive into it.

    Hey, haters, did you bought the game?    … Expand
  20. GroLJ
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Абсолютный шедевр, самобытный и не повторимый.
    Но игра не для всех, но точно для тех, кто ценит и любит видеоигры.
  21. eldoutrinador
    Nov 10, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horrível, CHATO, arrastado, irritante e insuportável. Não entendo como alguém vai jogar 50 horas disso.… Expand
  22. Godsat
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    A diferent game. A new genre. A connected game like never before. Kojima is a genius and his creativity is much more than welcome.
  23. TL_1125
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game！i love it！It’s so fun，so beautiful and charm Kojima Hideo’s aesthetic and glamour is the number one in the industry.
    The daily and hard work of the courier, I can understand it now, but not only the deliveryman itself, but also the connection between people, is the essence of this game.    … Expand
  24. BlazinBender
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    So I got the game at launch and I’ve been playing whenever I have a free moment! The game is gorgeous and the gameplay is revolutionary! A masterpiece for sure. There is a lot of strategy when it comes to completing objectives and the travel may turn off players used to instant gratification due to the length of travel and the loneliness of the environment, but the joy I get fromSo I got the game at launch and I’ve been playing whenever I have a free moment! The game is gorgeous and the gameplay is revolutionary! A masterpiece for sure. There is a lot of strategy when it comes to completing objectives and the travel may turn off players used to instant gratification due to the length of travel and the loneliness of the environment, but the joy I get from completing a run is indescribable! If you don’t have patience then this game is not for you! Excellent in every way!… Expand
  25. Lifestream
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Partirò citando quello che in tanti esperti del settore hanno già detto, questo è il gioco di cui l'industria videoludica aveva bisogno ma che non si merita. Facendo una prima analisi parziale derivata dalle mie prime 15h di gioco si può già delineare un comparto tecnico d'eccellenza, dalla regia, al sonoro fino ad arrivare alla grafica. Ora andiamo ad analizzare la cosa più criticataPartirò citando quello che in tanti esperti del settore hanno già detto, questo è il gioco di cui l'industria videoludica aveva bisogno ma che non si merita. Facendo una prima analisi parziale derivata dalle mie prime 15h di gioco si può già delineare un comparto tecnico d'eccellenza, dalla regia, al sonoro fino ad arrivare alla grafica. Ora andiamo ad analizzare la cosa più criticata soprattutto paradossalmente da chi il gioco neanche lo ha provato ovvero il gameplay, questo è il classico gioco che non può e forse non vuole essere capito solamente guardando delle fasi di gameplay altrui ma che va provato pad alla mano per capire le sensazioni prodotte da un gameplay apparentemente ripetitivo ma maledettamente profondo. Ok lo scopo principale è portare dei pacchi da un punto A a un punto B e questo potrebbe far storcere il naso, ma quando si scopre tutto quello che implica il viaggio e tutte le meccaniche che ci sono in mezzo si rimane a dir poco basiti e appagati da ogni azione. Prima di tutto ogni parte del terreno è gameplay di conseguenza anche azioni apparentemente semplici come attraversare un fiume o scalare un pendio devono essere un'attenta analisi di diversi fattori quali peso trasportato (gestibile attraverso un dettagliatissimo menù), bilanciamento, vigore, psiche, profondità o inclinazione del terreno a seconda e tanto tanto altro. Di conseguenza le azioni che negli altri videogiochi sono le più banali qua diventano estremamente appaganti. Il tutto condito dall'oramai famoso social strand system ovvero la connessione indiretta tramite altri giocatori con la possibilità di condividere carichi, consegnare quelli smarriti da altri utenti, costruire e potenziare un notevole numero di edifici ognuno con scopi e peculiarità diverse. La sensazione di trovare l'oggetto essenziale per il tuo viaggio al momento giusto nel posto giusto lasciato da un altro giocatore è davvero impagabile. E' davvero troppo difficile poter spiegare tutto va assolutamente giocato, senza contare che ogni consegna è un continuo aggiungere di nuovi strumenti, meccaniche, voci nel menù, mezzi creando un stratificazione di avanzamento del gameplay mai noiosa. Ma non dimentichiamoci che c'è anche, nonostante sia in secondo piano una componente action e stealth (cose sulle quali devo ancora approfondire dato che sono ancora nelle prime fasi). Inoltre già da subito si possono notare all'interno dell'opera tematiche importanti portate da kojima quali ambientalismo, una forte critica ai crescenti sovranismi che tendono a isolare invece di connettere e al cyber bullismo. In ultimo lo story telling è mozzafiato ma di questo Kojima è maestro e si sapeva.… Expand
  26. StopRussophobia
    Nov 10, 2019
    4
    Meh Game
    Kojima isnt genius anymore I guess MGS5 was his mistake too.......
  27. dpaudiophile
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    As you should expect, people with short attention-spans aren't liking the game. screw them.

    If you like enduring travels on beautifully crafted and often dangerous terrain, an amazing story that gets better and better as you progress, but you don't mind a slower pace; which I believe makes everything much better, then get this game. I'm not giving it a 10/10 because the combat is    As you should expect, people with short attention-spans aren't liking the game. screw them.

    If you like enduring travels on beautifully crafted and often dangerous terrain, an amazing story that gets better and better as you progress, but you don't mind a slower pace; which I believe makes everything much better, then get this game.

    I'm not giving it a 10/10 because the combat is kinda meh, and a couple other things too, but they're so minor that it really doesn't matter or take away much from the entirety of this Death Stranding's greatness.    … Expand
  28. Martincuzzo
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Entre tanto battle royale, shooter y sandboxs genericos y sin alma, aparece este juego, simple , novedoso y adictivo, tecnicamente impecable, hermoso juego
  29. Isaacmj
    Nov 10, 2019
    1
    Es un juego muy aburrido y muy pretencioso, una basura, toda la campaña de marketing fue humo y del malo no se lo recomiendo a nadie Y la nota de la prensa me parece un insulto
  30. Fr117
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Después de 30 horas puedo ver porque este juego tiene tan variadas calificaciones y es que no es una aventura para todos, si vienes buscando una aventura 100% accion quedaras decepcionado ya que esta obra a pesar de parecer un juego "aburrido" se basa mas que nada en lo variado de sus mecanicas y es lo que te puede enganchar tanto tiempo ,no se limita a solo ser un shooter mas.
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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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