Death Stranding

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  1. Fenno91
    Jul 21, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Reflection on the game. Premise, I played It with hard settings. Guys, let's face it. The setting, the music, the graphic quality (it doesn't even click to pay for it), the idea of the game, the storyline; all these things are fantastic. Planning the trip is very nice and delivering gives satisfaction, especially for the big plan behind it of course. But what's the bloody reason for having MULI or CA so damn "empty"? Why not add a bigger challenge component to travel and planning? Like "will I get away with all those MULES?" or "let's hope I don't get CA this time". But no, MULES are just dummies to throw puppets at and there's no stealth gameplay done right, and the CA, the CA... total disappointment the CA. They don't even catch you doing it on purpose, and if, out of frustration, you choose to get caught to feel some kind of emotion, you find yourself expecting a boss that calling him blind and with the reactivity of a Baobab would be reductive. Please try to give up the role of kojima fan (which I appreciate, eh!!) and think objectively for a minute. That's a serious shortcoming. A more accurate AI would have made the game extraordinary, imagine riskier trips, where really the organization of the trip would have counted and actually moved the success or failure of the delivery. It would have been a dream to play it. I do not complain about the long deliveries, menus, huge cut scenes, the combat system or the many other things on which many people hate (right or wrong you decide it). I complain about the lack of IA, we are in 2019 for **** sake. I complain that there is absolutely no difficulty in making deliveries. And it's really a frightening sin with enemies that he has IN particular...devised so splendid and… Expand
  2. deathspamming
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    I spent an hour climbing a mountain only to fall back down to the bottom, breaking all my gear in the process. I decided to take a break and crush a Monster energy drink. Truly, this game is art.
  3. jjbubs
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    DS is an awesome game if its up your ally. Extremely unique and awesome story and gameplay - there is actually nothing like it. Story is a bit complex and makes u use ur mind which i enjoyed. Has an extremely powerful message as well.
  4. Laryporter
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Es una montaña rusa de emociones con una calidad tremenda de detalles y unos personajes que son una locura
  5. Andoriyu
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    Pretty unique game. While looking back at the games feels to be it was repetitive - it wasn't repetitive to me while I was playing it. However, if you're looking CoD action or even MGS action - you're looking in the wrong place.

    Easy sell pros: - Amazing and well time music - Gorgeous land design - Interesting Story - Kojima amount of humor Less easy to sell pros: - Very    Pretty unique game. While looking back at the games feels to be it was repetitive - it wasn't repetitive to me while I was playing it. However, if you're looking CoD action or even MGS action - you're looking in the wrong place.

    Easy sell pros:
    - Amazing and well time music
    - Gorgeous land design
    - Interesting Story
    - Kojima amount of humor

    Less easy to sell pros:
    - Very connected feeling while you're playing single player game
    - Helping other players feels extremely rewarding and satisfying
    - Interesting take on game play
    - Well directed cut-scenes

    Cons:
    - It's easy to describe game as boring as possible while game isn't boring
    - Not so interesting NG+ experience aside from helping other players
    - Story telling mostly over cut-scenes    … Expand
  6. Sonnos
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    I can totally understand why so many people didn't enjoy this game, and I agree this game isn't for everyone, however, the first hours of the game, until you start the have an understanding of the game, it may feel a little boring but my friends, for my opinion, the entire game succeed to tell a good and very interesting story
  7. YoMamaed
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    I don't know why people got to hate this game. It's kojima, kojima has a wired creative mind. Kojima is like the Stephen King of video games
  8. Waltergt78
    Jul 20, 2020
    5
    I received this game as a gift for Christmas, and I have to say I was looking forward to play it. But barely got 2 hours of playtime. The whole walking around get boring. And when that black rain, comes it becomes more like a run for your life, instead of fighting. Maybe I need more time to play, to undertand what's going on. But I got bored really quickly.
  9. Yk2nite
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This was a great game loved it a lot. It was very different and that doesn’t mean it’s bad.
  10. Hidro_17
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This game is really great , some may find it a bit slow at first but once you you get the hang of things you'll enjoy it
  11. Alexthelion
    Jul 20, 2020
    7
    The game wasn't bad. But I do see why this game was divisive. Does feel a bit...empty. But I do see potential if there was ever a sequel.
  12. Gusta123
    Jul 20, 2020
    6
    ok, the story is actually good but gosh, what a boring gameplay, walking and walking all the game along
  13. Softhands
    Jul 20, 2020
    8
    I completely get why people don't like this game, its a niche experience and it just so happens to really appeal to me. If you like simple yet rewarding game systems where you are rewarded for preparing equipment beforehand and careful planning that can pay off sometimes hours down the line then this is for you. If that sounds kind of boring then STAY AWAY!.

    The Good: Rewarding game    I completely get why people don't like this game, its a niche experience and it just so happens to really appeal to me. If you like simple yet rewarding game systems where you are rewarded for preparing equipment beforehand and careful planning that can pay off sometimes hours down the line then this is for you. If that sounds kind of boring then STAY AWAY!.

    The Good:
    Rewarding game systems for thinking ahead and knowing your surroundings

    Beautiful world and music, seriously these are some of the best looking environments and designs I have seen in the game.

    Every piece of equipment has its place and feels like a genuine upgrade every time you get something new. Who knew building infrastructure could be so fun?

    The struggle and dangers of the world are actually a threat (play on hard), makes completing runs feel all the more satisfying

    Actor performances across the board are great and when the story is focusing on any character beside Amelie its great stuff. One of the biggest character payoffs is just a simple hug, good job Kojima.

    The story is a mixed bag but I found it to be a ultimately positive experience that just overstays its welcome. It also works a lot better the second time around when you know what the characters are talking about and what happens so like I said, a mixed bag.

    Themes of the game, not one person is an island angle is perfect for this kind of experience. Game play reinforces the themes perfectly and Multiplayer is purely cooperative and adds to this as well.

    Its really refreshing to play an apocalyptic game where its ultimately a very human and hopeful experience, would have been the easy option just to go full nihilistic but their is nothing easy about this game.

    The Bad:
    The story, especially in the later parts almost fall apart due to pacing issues. There are too many monologues that ultimately don't matter and the game ends up over explaining itself, especially towards the end. The story focus on how and why things happened far too much when the heart of the game is how characters deal with the problems rather then how they happened in the first place.

    Almost everything to do with Amelie is not terrible but is the source of my issues with the games story.

    Holograms, you will see what I mean

    Getting through the first area game play wise is the worst part of the whole game, very unfortunately as the first level of any game are very important. After that the game improves drastically.

    Too many little animations may seem like a small inconvenience but in the long run it really starts to waste a lot of time, a skip option for the BT alert would be a great start.

    Second time around you really feel those first 10 hours drag due to the lack of equipment. Some sort of NG+ would have worked here where you start with way more then the first time around.

    Conclusion:
    This is a bold game, and a completely unique experience that alone should be applauded even if its not for you. I love this game but I am not blind to its short comings and its far from perfect . Story over explains itself to put it mildly but the characters and game play are the real story tellers here and how they inform the story and themes is the best part of the game.

    You are meant to fall, you are meant to feel frustration and despair but you cannot quit because humanity is worth it. The people you meet, the bridges you build the other players who help you along this long and dangerous road, that is the heart of Death Stranding.

    8/10 Kojima and his team have made something special here but the next time maybe rennin Kojima a little.    … Expand
  14. kotulp
    Nov 24, 2019
    6
    I really believed in this game... First 10 hours was fun... I really enjoyed it... But then... Doing The same thing 30 hours over and over again? No thanks... You know... Story is good (I watched it on YT cause I can't complete this... This... I don't know how to call it... But Gameplay is trash) If you like Euro Truck simulator... Buy it... If not... Than buy something else... Like GodI really believed in this game... First 10 hours was fun... I really enjoyed it... But then... Doing The same thing 30 hours over and over again? No thanks... You know... Story is good (I watched it on YT cause I can't complete this... This... I don't know how to call it... But Gameplay is trash) If you like Euro Truck simulator... Buy it... If not... Than buy something else... Like God of War or The Last of Us (both 10 of 10 games)

    My Death Stranding Review:

    Story: 7/10
    Gameplay: 5/10
    Average: 6/10    … Expand
  15. G0dnezzz
    Jul 20, 2020
    8
    Начну наверное с самого главного, гений ли Кодзима? Я считаю,что данное высказывание полностью подтверждено сюжетом который здесь без шуток гениален. Существенный минус здесь-геймлей, но я считаю что эту игру стоит проходить ради сюжета.Начну наверное с самого главного, гений ли Кодзима? Я считаю,что данное высказывание полностью подтверждено сюжетом который здесь без шуток гениален. Существенный минус здесь-геймлей, но я считаю что эту игру стоит проходить ради сюжета.
  16. mjwarrior
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    I love this game, the loop, for me, is extremely addictive. I understand that this is a divise game and not everybody will like it, totally normal. Great graphics and great story.
  17. Vhirsion
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    The game is hard to get in to but once you get the grasp of it the game will be amazing. I don't need to talk about the graphics, it's unlike any other game. The story is kinda confusing in the beginning but it is not hard to understand, fighting is pretty fun and you will get a good sense of progression. The story is very interesting and straightforward, you do this with one goal in mind.The game is hard to get in to but once you get the grasp of it the game will be amazing. I don't need to talk about the graphics, it's unlike any other game. The story is kinda confusing in the beginning but it is not hard to understand, fighting is pretty fun and you will get a good sense of progression. The story is very interesting and straightforward, you do this with one goal in mind. Not everyone will like this game of course, everyone has their own taste, but the game is definitely worth playing, even with the AAA price, you are getting much more content than most AAA games for the same price. And the amount of little details really amazed me. In conclusion: Death Stranding is an amazing game with an interesting and straightforward story. It is 100% worth trying at least, if it is not your taste, refund it.… Expand
  18. AlonExTReme
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    It's a GREAT game, everything is perfect.
    Score: 9/10

    I'm a big fan of hideo kojima, I bought a ps3 just to play MGS4.
  19. LeoVicky
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    A beautiful game with amazing gameplay. And story, how can people not like it.
  20. ishi_yanagi
    Jul 19, 2020
    7
    DeathStranding is more like a Movie than a game.

    my base score: 6 character model: excellent, but like a Inflatable doll, the feeling of silica gel; the lips of women are too thick and out, like attaching to the face -0 story line: good, a movie style. the dialogue gave u a choice, but in fact, you have no choice -0 the game experience: walking too much and boring, just to finish    DeathStranding is more like a Movie than a game.

    my base score: 6
    character model: excellent, but like a Inflatable doll, the feeling of silica gel; the lips of women are too thick and out, like attaching to the face -0
    story line: good, a movie style. the dialogue gave u a choice, but in fact, you have no choice -0
    the game experience: walking too much and boring, just to finish tasks -2
    music: excellent +1
    the Cast: excellent, i like Mads Dittmann Mikkelsen, Mark Norman Reedus, Margaret Qualley,Mala Morgan +2
    personal: too many thumbs up -0

    my final score: 7    … Expand
  21. kkh1218
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    Good graphics, sagging story, still an interesting story.
    Someone can dislike this kind of game-play.
  22. Okevin212
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    I couldn't put this game down. It's like a bizarre sci-fi game that sounds boring really boring but is really fun. The faster you try to go the slower you end up finishing.
  23. Takamon
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    This is a great game. But the pace of the game is slow. If you do not like slow pace game, then you will not like this game.

    The graphic is beautiful, and the game play is interesting. I spent a lot of time in building bridge, road, and other facilities in the game. The sense of achievement you gain when you receive a "like" by some one who used the facilities you built is great. The    This is a great game. But the pace of the game is slow. If you do not like slow pace game, then you will not like this game.

    The graphic is beautiful, and the game play is interesting. I spent a lot of time in building bridge, road, and other facilities in the game. The sense of achievement you gain when you receive a "like" by some one who used the facilities you built is great.

    The story is very good. Although some of the concept in the story is difficult to understand, Kojima did produced a wonderful story that discuss about the relationship between people.

    I really like this game.    … Expand
  24. Cowcatapult
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Es muy difícil describir este juego. La historia es una maravilla, los gráficos de lo mejor que se ha hecho hasta ahora y la banda sonora impresionante. Si te han dicho que trata sobre repartir paquetes en plan glovo, no les creas. Dale una oportunidad porque es una pasada.
  25. horizontjesus
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    лучшая игра прошлого года,в ней есть все и красивая графика и закрученный сюжет и оригинальный геймплей
  26. lukdeblanco
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    Arranque lento,pero si le perdonas la poca acción y te gusta repartir cajas
    es tu juego
  27. tstempert
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    I have never experienced a game like this. I don’t think we will experience another game like this for quite some time.

    The story is in true Kohima fashion - mysterious and extremely unique. As a completionist, I felt at times disconnected from the complex story. If I had stuck to the main objectives in closer succession to one another I would have been fully engaged. (I believe this is a    I have never experienced a game like this. I don’t think we will experience another game like this for quite some time.

    The story is in true Kohima fashion - mysterious and extremely unique. As a completionist, I felt at times disconnected from the complex story. If I had stuck to the main objectives in closer succession to one another I would have been fully engaged. (I believe this is a problem in all open world games, not just Death Stranding. The story is unparalleled and is a must for those who love psi-fi and horror-esq material.

    I got the platinum for this game. If you had asked me my score up one completion it would have been a 10/10. However, after sitting on it for some time I have realized that this is not a game for everyone. You can not pick this up like you can an Assassins Creed, Call of Duty, Mario Kart, or Spider-Man and love it. It takes patience, appreciation for a story, and time (something that professional game critics do not have, in my opinion). I spent 200 hours in this game.

    This game deserves a good score for its beauty, unique story, and attempt to do what others have not done before - and for doing it decently.    … Expand
  28. Myrsus
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Ахуенна кадзима гений нахуй. Дали задание спиздить у МУЛов(злых чуваков) посылку. Я такой иду думал по стелсу спизжу. В итоге нахуй Ваня Пержаебальников бежит с посылкой от 12 мулов. Они меня ясен хуй догоняют и происходит оргия. Я просыпаюсь на помойке, в итоге нахуй иду опять пиздить эту посылку. Окей с горем пополам потратил я 30 минут спиздил ее и куча разных плюшек. Несу такой до базыАхуенна кадзима гений нахуй. Дали задание спиздить у МУЛов(злых чуваков) посылку. Я такой иду думал по стелсу спизжу. В итоге нахуй Ваня Пержаебальников бежит с посылкой от 12 мулов. Они меня ясен хуй догоняют и происходит оргия. Я просыпаюсь на помойке, в итоге нахуй иду опять пиздить эту посылку. Окей с горем пополам потратил я 30 минут спиздил ее и куча разных плюшек. Несу такой до базы 150КГ на своих двоих, за спиной Эйфелева Башня. Иду такой все заебись и тут сажается сука мои супер роботизированные ноги. Я такой блять пздц и иду без них, пздц сложно качается башенка туда сюда, я себе чуть пальцы не сломал пока эту хуйню контролировал еще и гейпад лагает. В итоге иду такой блять уже весь потный, осталось 500 метров и у меняя блять ломаются ботинки. Я превращаюсь в улитку и двигаюсь со скоростью 2км в час, уже думаю похуй главное донести. Ребенок этот на груди кричит из за того, что я каждые две минуты об землю ебусь. В итоге дохожу уже до базы, уже метров 30 до пункта назначения И ЗНАЕТЕ ЧТО? ЗНАЕТЕ СУКА ЧТО?Я БЛЯТЬ НЕ УСПЕВАЮ НАЖАТЬ КНОПКУ РАВНОВЕСИЯ ИЗ ЗА ТОГО ЧТО ЗАХОТЕЛОСЬ ПОЧЕСАТЬ ЯЙЦО И Я СУКА ПАДАЮ, ЦЕННЫЙ РЕДКИЙ ГРУЗ НАХУЙ ЛОМАЕТСЯ И МНЕ ЧЕРНЫЙ ПИДОР В МАСКЕ ГОВОРИТ ЧТО ПИЗДА РУЛЯМ ЦИВИЛИЗАЦИЯ ПАДАЕТ БЕЗ ЭТОЙ ХУЙНИ КОТОРУЮ Я 4 КМ НЕС И МЕНЯ СУКА КИДАЕТ НА ЭКРАН ЗАГРУЗКИ, А ПОСЛЕ НА ЭКРАН ЗАГРУЗКИ СОХРАНЕНИЯ. Я уже думаю пизда донесу этот полюбому и проделываю те же самые манипуляции еще один раз. КАРОЧЕ НАХУЙ МОРАЛЬ: ИГрать В ДЕТХ ХУЕНДИНГ на максимальной сложности очень весело. Мой ебаный поход занял 3 часа… Expand
  29. Digiclone
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    story: The game initially presents you with a world adapted to chaos, a post-apocalyptic scenario where society started to stabilize. It is from this point on that you get to know the unique and magical lore of this game that involves a simple concept to an incredible conclusion that answers all your questions in a journey full of emotions, incredible characters and difficulties to bestory: The game initially presents you with a world adapted to chaos, a post-apocalyptic scenario where society started to stabilize. It is from this point on that you get to know the unique and magical lore of this game that involves a simple concept to an incredible conclusion that answers all your questions in a journey full of emotions, incredible characters and difficulties to be overcome. I can't go into details because spoilers would ruin the experience.

    gameplay: No, it is not a walking simulator. The game largely focuses on crossing terrains, there are numerous ways and as the game progresses you gain new and useful technologies to customize your map making your life easier and helping other players. There are also several action sessions where you can use firearms and other weapons you use ... well, other things like projectiles. Enemies range from humanoid soldiers to giant creatures that look like they came out of a Japanese movie. There is a lot of variation in what you can do, from basic needs to leaving various fun interactions for other players while you find the ones they left for you.

    art: While the game has a more realistic footprint, it is interesting to note that several designs and scenarios are extremely more beautiful and more interesting than real landscapes. The characters also have an unusual design that is very well done.

    soundtrack: Imagine Bloodborne meets Cyberpunk, boss fights have this type of synthwave music in epic proportions, the songs from other points in history can vary well between drama and the wonder of discovering new mysteries and places. ALSO, we have Hideo Kojima's playlist that brings us unique experiences with real bands in reflective moments in the game that you will never forget.    … Expand
  30. ArmandoRCKR
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    An underrated wonder, only a privileged mind like that of hideo Kojima would make a mechanic like that of "ordering" be so addictive to play, in addition to its history and incredible narrative in a beauty on a visual and sound level ...
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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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