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. tenebris_spirit
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    I agree with Tim Rogers. This masterpiece is the Grand Turismo of walking simulators. It's also a construction game though. The gameplay is much more literally about rebuilding a fractured society amidst a global cataclysm than I'd realized before launch. The game mechanics and progression system are perfectly balanced. Everything just works exactly as how I would expect it to. It'sI agree with Tim Rogers. This masterpiece is the Grand Turismo of walking simulators. It's also a construction game though. The gameplay is much more literally about rebuilding a fractured society amidst a global cataclysm than I'd realized before launch. The game mechanics and progression system are perfectly balanced. Everything just works exactly as how I would expect it to. It's gorgeous. The multiplayer aspect finally gives me positive online interactions with other gamers without anyone talking **** about my Mom. 11/10… Expand
  2. TwistedManiac
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    *sigh* Another year, another reviewbomb. The latest game from the respected developer of the MGS franchise, Hideo Kojima , hit stores on the 8th of November, and was met with a maelstrom of drama from the gaming community. A war erupted in comment sections all across the internet, with each side refusing to back down. Once user reviews for the game on Metacritic opened up, they took the*sigh* Another year, another reviewbomb. The latest game from the respected developer of the MGS franchise, Hideo Kojima , hit stores on the 8th of November, and was met with a maelstrom of drama from the gaming community. A war erupted in comment sections all across the internet, with each side refusing to back down. Once user reviews for the game on Metacritic opened up, they took the war here, dropping thousands of 0's and 10's in a desperate bid at getting some kind of validation for their childish behavior.

    This isn't an uncommon sight. It happens more often than you'd think, and is just yet another sign that real criticism is no longer valued, and that the majority of gamers are simply narcissistic bastards who refuse to accept the fact that someone else might have a different opinion than them.

    I can only hope that whoever is currently reading this has a better head on their shoulders.

    But what about the game, Death Stranding, then? Is it actually any good? Or is it the vile piece of crap that some claim it is?

    Well, in my opinion, Death Stranding is the single best video game I've played in 2019, and a breath of fresh air in an industry oversaturated by dull Hollywood action games, battle royale games and FPS games. It's a video game that dares to try something different, that dares to make you, the player, FEEL something apart from just the simple emotion of being vaguely entertained. But leave it up to the gaming community to mindlessly **** on anything that doesn't contain their beloved "instant-gratification-loop".

    But I'm not going to sit here and rail on and on about why I love this game so much. Chances are, you've probably made up your mind by now on whether or not you are interested in this. If you ultimately do decide to buy it, I can't guarantee that it's something you are going to enjoy. You might end up hating it, in fact. Just know that: to me, it was an amazing experience, and one that I'm very unlikely to forget any time soon.    … Expand
  3. ClaytonCarmine
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Thank MR Kojima and Kojima Productions!!!
    Such games do not come out every day and I truly enjoyed every moment.
    The plot is just super, like the music with the atmosphere, Death standing aids in tension and does not let go even after the final credits.
  4. DarkLordAlu
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This game is a masterpiece visually I feel like I'm on PC and then I realize I'm on the PS4 Pro this game is a definite a must own hours and hours of gameplay this game will be talked about from 2019 and Beyond I see this game winning best visuals best soundtrack best gameplay and the game of the year they have not been a game come out in 2020 that I think could top this game if you haveThis game is a masterpiece visually I feel like I'm on PC and then I realize I'm on the PS4 Pro this game is a definite a must own hours and hours of gameplay this game will be talked about from 2019 and Beyond I see this game winning best visuals best soundtrack best gameplay and the game of the year they have not been a game come out in 2020 that I think could top this game if you have not pick it up pick it up it's a must own like I said I on own all platforms and I have not seen a game on the Xbox One X they can even top this game visually… Expand
  5. PDGaming_PT
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    The story is interesting and engaging. The gameplay is fun and relaxing. BEST GAME
  6. suuckt
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Un juego muy personal con una historia atrapante. Una nueva ip muy fresca El juego quizás partió con muchas cinemáticas. Pero que eran necesarias para poder entender lo que nos querían transmitir. Fue muy arriesgado y interesante desde un principió
  7. hellcatelina
    Dec 10, 2019
    8
    The first half was a little boring. After many hours I realised that the game actually has something funny to play.
    It has a great story, beautiful world and the gameplay works correctly. It is what it is. Sometimes it gets boring to travel on foot and sometimes its exactly the opposite.
    As you progress it gives you new staff everytime to continue. I mean , you always have something new to    The first half was a little boring. After many hours I realised that the game actually has something funny to play.
    It has a great story, beautiful world and the gameplay works correctly. It is what it is. Sometimes it gets boring to travel on foot and sometimes its exactly the opposite.
    As you progress it gives you new staff everytime to continue. I mean , you always have something new to use. Whatever it gives you it does it correctly. Gameplay, story , acting, music. The only bad thing is that this delivery gameplay its repetitive sometimes. You have to enjoy what other games avoid by fast travel. Well I said, it is what it is.If you have free time and you like big games give it a try. It doesn't deserve all the hate. Also it doesn't deserve above 8/10. Thats my opinion.    … Expand
  8. Squanchy
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    As I said earlier this game was full of high expectations and many people will upset. For me, this game is beautiful in all respects. Gameplay mechanics, graphics, world, and the Story everything are beautiful. Already played 40h and even did not finish half of the game.
    Thank you, Kojima Productions!
    Best,
    AndrewAlexArt
  9. jhyug
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game sets new standards. It has new mechanics and new ways to approach the gameplay. Best graphic ever and great acting.… Expand
  10. Sideshow
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    I'm in love with this game. It's such a new breath in the industry. The best game for me.
  11. Reiomelo32
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Kojima fez uma grande obra prima. Não consigo parar de jogar. E aos haters, continuem com esses joguinhos de senso comum e com a falta de neurônios de vocês.
  12. Peryaline
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Elo ryje to jest kozak gra i tyle mam do powiedzenia gram se i już bo tak najlepiej
  13. Fox2014
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Love the game its a slowburn of a story and progress but picked up pace progress wise in ep.3, this game is a breath of fresh air no microtransaction no loot boxes, just something new, love the characters, gameplay, and the online function is just perfect instead of killing eachother we connect and help eachother i r
  14. dsab18935
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    劇情一流，畫面一流，玩法我喜歡。看似貧乏的玩法，但自身下去嘗試則完全不同，並不是簡單的a->b點，出發前需要考慮負重、配置等等，途中得考量路線、平衡、道具取捨，遇上bt又得考慮是否改道？種種因素使得遊玩並未ign那三流媒體說的如此遭！！！！
  15. Albrom95
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    I am addicted to this game. The simple act of making a delivery, incredibly does not make the game nauseating, but very fun and challenging. You're so sleepy from playing, the game throws you in the face, making you keep playing nonstop. Wonderful game, the best of the year for me.
  16. Courtney2303
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    Death stranding is an extraordinary accomplishment by Hideo Kojima. A game that tells a simple story in a idiosyncratic manner. A game that delivers jaw dropping visuals with an immense beautiful, insanely stunning backdrop. The gameplay loop is so immersive, even down to its control mechanics that’ll pull you into this world and never let go until the end. Follow suit an amazing originalDeath stranding is an extraordinary accomplishment by Hideo Kojima. A game that tells a simple story in a idiosyncratic manner. A game that delivers jaw dropping visuals with an immense beautiful, insanely stunning backdrop. The gameplay loop is so immersive, even down to its control mechanics that’ll pull you into this world and never let go until the end. Follow suit an amazing original score and soundtrack that’ll pull every emotion out of you while on this adventure. Please be patient with this game. Take your time and look around. Take a moment to appreciate the splendor of the game, for the game itself appreciate you.… Expand
  17. Boris_Shepard
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    Average scores are the lowest. So I am an intellectual minority. I bet the game 10. Thank you, genius!
  18. Rewosh
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Ci vuole il suo tempo per ingranare ma dopo diventa epico, complimenti a Kojima e a questo capolavoro
  19. UnoDtantos
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    That's the way to create new types of games, and i appreciate that very much. How kwons Kogima's games kwon that Game. You need relax situation and Big time to enjoy it. No olvidéis tomar descanso frecuentes mientras jugáis y diSfrutad.
  20. Ingramon19
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Totalmente diferente a cualquier otro juego, es más que un juego te invita a reflexionar a ver las diferentes referencias del mundo real
  21. p1menta
    Jan 1, 2020
    8
    very hard to define this one.
    its obviously not as bad as the haters want to portray, it is a kojima game after all, it cant actually be that bad, its mathematically impossible. but it really has some big flaws, specially with controls that, in a game like this, sould be perfect and it is far from it.
    nevertheles i loved the game, trekking around the world took me to such a spiritual    very hard to define this one.
    its obviously not as bad as the haters want to portray, it is a kojima game after all, it cant actually be that bad, its mathematically impossible. but it really has some big flaws, specially with controls that, in a game like this, sould be perfect and it is far from it.
    nevertheles i loved the game, trekking around the world took me to such a spiritual jouney that i cant really talk about yet, ive just finished it, btw.
    graphics are amazing, and the musics... damn. all songs here are from bands i already love for years, and they blend so perfectly with the beautiful vistas, and even with the tasks you're supposed to accomplish. its just marvelous
    i dont know exactly what to rate.
    7 seems way too low, 8 seems like a little bit too much when i remember the frustrating moments i've passed.
    so to me this is a liquid rating. it tottally flows towards 7 or 8. even going higher or lower than thse limits.    … Expand
  22. Dyscordia
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    no te dejes engañar por los haters que solo saben criticar por criticar. es un juegazo que tienes que jugar si o si.
  23. AlbinJ
    Nov 9, 2019
    9
    Idk why people feel the need to review bomb this game, I understand that the gameplay may seem really boring, because you have to have constant action in your games. The story is actually interesting, yes the cutscenes are really long, and if you don’t like that this game wasn’t made for you. I know people don’t like hearing that but it’s the truth.

    The gameplay for me didn’t get boring,    Idk why people feel the need to review bomb this game, I understand that the gameplay may seem really boring, because you have to have constant action in your games. The story is actually interesting, yes the cutscenes are really long, and if you don’t like that this game wasn’t made for you. I know people don’t like hearing that but it’s the truth.

    The gameplay for me didn’t get boring, because of the music you listen to and that it felt relaxing and nice to not have constant action.    … Expand
  24. horselord
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    I really don't know what I expected from Death Stranding, but it wasn't this. I can honestly say I've never played another game like it. A game that makes you consider every single step you take, causes you to be economical when deciding what to carry (no bottomless bags of potions here), and will have you literally holding your breath at times. The lights may be on more often than theyI really don't know what I expected from Death Stranding, but it wasn't this. I can honestly say I've never played another game like it. A game that makes you consider every single step you take, causes you to be economical when deciding what to carry (no bottomless bags of potions here), and will have you literally holding your breath at times. The lights may be on more often than they were in Resident Evil, but this is the next step in survival horror.

    Absolutely gorgeous environments, great voice acting, and the character models don't fall into the uncanny valley at all. Some great talent in this game, too. I'm not a Walking Dead fan, personally, but Norman Reedus really does make the perfect Sam Bridges.

    Docking 1 point for some connectivity issues that have make it borderline impossible to play the game online.    … Expand
  25. MsPerseus
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    To resume it all: is not for everyone. Give it a chance if you like open world games, interesting stories, and slow pace. It is not a truly walking simulator, as walking is the gameplay in itself. However, Kojima approaches it in a different way than usual; as you play, there is more to do, more ways to get to the point you wanna be. The travel is immersive and it feels real, it feels likeTo resume it all: is not for everyone. Give it a chance if you like open world games, interesting stories, and slow pace. It is not a truly walking simulator, as walking is the gameplay in itself. However, Kojima approaches it in a different way than usual; as you play, there is more to do, more ways to get to the point you wanna be. The travel is immersive and it feels real, it feels like your actions have real consequences. The best: the community. I encourage to play with an internet connection, because is with these connections that you made with others that the game is great at. You will find yourself helping others in return a lot of the time, or thanking others that left what you needed behind.

    It has a slow start, and in this start the game does not show all of its cards. Like Kojima says, it takes time to really enjoy the game (though I liked it from the start). It is not a shooter, but it has action parts. The best ones are the ones involving the rain or the EV.

    Yeah, it has weird parts, sometimes you would find yourself preparing and not doing anything, but for the most part is a great game. For me, it is a masterpiece, but I understand that for a lot, it would be plain boring. Again, opinions.

    As I said, it is not for everyone, but a lot of people will enjoy. Do not hate those who didn't like, and those who didn't like it, don't hate those who did like. This war is just stupid, let people enjoy things. Opinions and hate are different things, and this game does not deserve as much hate as its getting.    … Expand
  26. Icebeamer
    Nov 19, 2019
    9
    It’s so refreshing to play something different than the usual AAA. Beautifully crafted game with incredible music, acting and story. Boring gun gameplay, but the fighting just feels like it’s not meant to be part of the core gameplay. Enjoy it at face value and don’t go in with too many expectations, just let yourself get immersed in this new and different game universe.
  27. AbuDhabiDoo
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    Change... we fear change. Scrub nuggets that couldn't get past episode two are the only ones hating. Freshest game in years
  28. delphineback
    Dec 20, 2019
    6
    A nice game, at least, if not one of the gretest of 2019, which was a bad year for games. Let's hope for 2020 to be better.
  29. HZaccaro
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    Extremely beautiful graphics, the best one I've seen so far, the gameplay is incredibly unique, the story is one of the best I've seen too, it's a strategy/action/stealth/adventure... It's a mix of everything! I really can't write how amazing, massive and how good the community that plays this game is
  30. isg1983
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    Giving this a 10 just to balance kiddo/troll votes. They haven't been complaining playing their zelda games running a to b for hours. Wow... Just wow...
    %90 of the people who downvoted havent even play the game over 1 hour! Are you kiddin me? This game resolves in last 5 hours as most Kojima games do. If you cant endure simple chore mechanics then stop playing games all together. This    Giving this a 10 just to balance kiddo/troll votes. They haven't been complaining playing their zelda games running a to b for hours. Wow... Just wow...
    %90 of the people who downvoted havent even play the game over 1 hour! Are you kiddin me? This game resolves in last 5 hours as most Kojima games do. If you cant endure simple chore mechanics then stop playing games all together. This game is not a masterpiece but damn it close to being one if not for some weird mechanics or plotholes, other than that it's a breeze to have this kind of refreshing creative pieces in gaming world.    … Expand
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#33 Best PS4 Game of 2019
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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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