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  1. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Most if not all of the people grilling the game with bad scores are ones who did not finish the game let alone reach half-way, so far loving every minute of it myself.
  2. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This game is a very specific product. I understand why it causes so much noise. And although my rating for this game is 10, I think its current score is well deserved. For, how true art is to me to debate and make you think. Kojima has done a tremendous amount of work on the game and it feels like an author's game and not a product of a large corporation. For which he is greatly thanked.
  3. Nov 12, 2019
    4
    You walk and walk, game play mechanics are boring, playing this I feel like I should be doing something with my time.
  4. Nov 12, 2019
    8
    I would call this game a walking simulator, very unique genre never seen in aaa games . It has very slow pace in gameplay and storytelling, and defiantlyisn't for players who expect fast action. The action in game is very unique with BT encounters, and i find that part of game most interesting. However when fighting with humans i really didn't have much fun.
  5. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Best game ever, Kojima dit it again. Some people are to stupid to understand this game. Well maybe they should eat less hamburgers more vegetables. Thx Kojima!
  6. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incrível, um dos maiores games que ja joguei na vida! Valeu cada centavo pago!!!! Expand
  7. Nov 12, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. :: GAMING... STRANDED... ::

    I’m almost 40. First video game I ever played was Lander. I sucked at it. I’ve owned Segas, Nintendos, PlayStations, Xbox, Ataris, Acorn Electrons, Amigas, PCs, Handhelds etc. I’ve played Arvade exclusives and seen the birth of emulation. I got my backside digitally kicked in Unreal Tournament and was a part of the Halo revolution. I played Rainbow Six, the original, and am privileged to have seen the evolution of gaming in its entirety. I’m talking the evolution in games from Ridge Racer to Forza Horizon 4, Dark Seed to Dragon Age. Metal Gear to the Phantom Pain. Tomb Raider (Original) to the Last of us. As a combat veteran, and a first-responder, gaming is existential to my escapism. A therapy for everything that I have seen and done. And as of today, in 2019... I **** hate the vast majority gaming industry. The only renewed faith I have in this modern age are independent releases. Let’s fast forward to a more recent event in the purchase of HIDEO KOJIMA’S Death Stranding. Mixed reviews all round, I’ve seen. The IGN controversy, the meta critic used score. Whatever you’re looking for in a video game, the tiresome state of the industry is vacant in this game in EVERY SINGLE WAY. I was looking for a game that might change gaming culture the way Minecraft made me look at LEGO (and my own creativity). Death Stranding achieved that in about twenty hours. An epiphany... one that stopped me dead in my tracks. This is supposed to be a review and while I’ll skip over the technical, graphical and mechanical-“als”, the main thing I wanted to talk about was why Death Stranding made me fall in love with my PlayStation again. And fall in love with gaming; like playing through Mass Effect or KOTOR. THE GAME... wtf is up with it? I’m going to simplify it before complicating it. I’ve seen a ton of people try to explain this game simply and the best way to describe it is this. You’re basically a Special Forces Postman, with Robocop like tech. Seriously. I can hear Norman Reedus in my head saying; “Somewhere, a delivery is happening.” Set in a Dystopian United States of America, an event known as the Death Stranding tore apart the fabric separating life and death. Now the dead show up in the living world and the rain (Timefall) accelerates time. You play as Sam Porter Bridges, a loner who separated himself from the last bastion cities of this broken world and spends his time moving across the broken wasteland delivering packages and avoiding the ghouls known as BTs “Beached Things”. To avoid ALL spoilers, let’s just say that he’s compelled to make a journey from East-to-West, to connect all of the remaining cities in the US via a strange phenomena called the Chiral Network. In the way are package thieves (MULES), Terrorists and the Ghosts (BTs). But they’re only distractions, because the real challenge is the JOURNEY. Environmental issues like water, rocky areas, mountains, canyons, crevices, snow, rain (including the deadly timefall which turns metal to rust in minutes). People need you to get to them. Other players will place tech, ropes, ladders, bridges and structures to help you. Sharing resources is a must, and you’ll get help anonymously at every step. Because we’re all in this together. Everything you do, can help others playing the game. You can even take on tasks meant for them. THE TECHNICAL... it’s... complicated. Which is AWESOME. This game is all sorts of philosophical. It’s the FIGHT CLUB of the gaming platform. Compelling, utterly, during the telling of its story and filled with symbolism and subtleties that drive your compassion to save the game world. The physical control of Sam is realistic and uses every PS4 trick in the book to create interactivity. You can soothe the Bridge Baby (An ethereal fetus that you “link” with to detect the BTs), you can adjust balance by the triggers, and of course, what is a Kojima game without a TON of cool gadgets to play with; from weapons (lethal and non-lethal), vehicles, structural creations like zip lines, grenades and more... There’s a LOT of inventory shuffling since nothing is kept in a hidden bag you can’t see. The mechanics of placing everything onto (and into pouches) on Sam is impressive. With battery powered exo-suits and tactically deployed resting/charging spots, you can cover the VAST and challenging landscapes using tools and items left behind by other players. THE FUTURE... of gaming? Maybe. Maybe not. Death Stranding is the first game in a long time where I’ve been eager to isolate myself. The infrastructure of highways, bridges and buildings stopped me in my tracks when I realized that after walking back and forth from a delivery CHANGED the ground I’d walked on. Others walked that path too... I know... players “liked” the path I’d laid. In a world where every AAA game wants ALL of your money... Hideo wants you to explore. EVERYTHING.
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  8. Nov 12, 2019
    6
    Death stranding is like Rick & Morty, you need an extremely high IQ to understand it.
  9. Nov 12, 2019
    1
    Short Summary: Deluvery guy simulator. boring, not worht your money. Typical egomaniac Kojima s***t. Not worth your time or money.
  10. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    A fresh new games, with new mechanics never seen before! i'm addicted to it...
  11. Nov 12, 2019
    9
    Sa change,s est beau et passionnant,D'accord certain trouve sa répétitif mais quelle jeux ne l est pas dans le font.
  12. Nov 12, 2019
    0
    I am really enjoying the game. It is a nice meditative experience.
    I like the easier than expected gameplay, the really awesome sound design and the long cutscenes.
    I don't get the time to really get into games like I used to, especially the more difficult ones, and I never enjoyed easier type the life is strange kind of games with their weird drama. I like being able to come home from
    I am really enjoying the game. It is a nice meditative experience.
    I like the easier than expected gameplay, the really awesome sound design and the long cutscenes.
    I don't get the time to really get into games like I used to, especially the more difficult ones, and I never enjoyed easier type the life is strange kind of games with their weird drama. I like being able to come home from work, finish a couple deliveries, see some nice story progress and call it a day. The ease of play and the nice environments are a bonus. I also really like the asynchronous online gameplay, where the material collection is not the goal but using them to do stuff and help each other out is the goal. I like that rank based on level and other accomplishments is not the focus. It really made me look at the loot part of gameplay differently, and I found that not worrying about loot/quality of loot made me open my eyes to something new.
    I am finding that most of the criticisms people have are the reasons that I like this game.
    I guess the whole hyping, and keeping stuff mysterious led people to have crazy expectations and then they were let down.
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  13. Nov 9, 2019
    4
    Your a postman, that's it a **** postman, this game should be called death postman, I'm 6 Hours in and I don't see myself going back to play anymore, it's just to **** boring.
  14. Nov 12, 2019
    4
    Just like many said, it was hyped as something but turned out to be something else. Even worse, the gameplay is boring and frustrating (deliver this, deliver that and hold R2/L2 otherwise ...).

    I never thought Kojima would do something like this but he did
  15. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Ótima jogabilidade história excelente apesar de arrastada ,mas jogo muito bom parabéns kojima por sair do meio convencional dos games .
  16. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    一堆雲玩家擱淺在1~2章,一堆洗0~4分的真的有夠誇張,明明就很神在那邊蝦機吧亂噴,很明顯就是有人在客意洗負面評價,真的是雲的非常厲害呢ㄏㄏ
  17. Nov 12, 2019
    9
    The gameplay loop is surprisingly addicted with great graphics and interesting plot to follow.
  18. Nov 12, 2019
    7
    Death stranding is a very unique game one of the most unique I've ever played I cant even think of a game that is close to unique as this but it is also very controversial. There is 2 sides one praising the game the other pointing out the flaws and also some in the middle both sides are completely valid I can say confidently the game is fairly boring its one of those games where its fun toDeath stranding is a very unique game one of the most unique I've ever played I cant even think of a game that is close to unique as this but it is also very controversial. There is 2 sides one praising the game the other pointing out the flaws and also some in the middle both sides are completely valid I can say confidently the game is fairly boring its one of those games where its fun to watch but not so fun to play which I felt when watching my father play it then him letting me have a shot for a while. The game play is very slow VERY slow basically its get from A to B without letting go of your controller otherwise sam (the protagonist) is gonna fall over and also sneaking around the BT's. the best part of this game is making sam fall over... ok maybe not so much but thats still fun the actual best part is the the amazing views accompanied by the music me and my dad were waiting for some of that amazing music by low roar and some others I cant remember the problem with the music is that it just doesent play enough in my opinion your walking this long vast open spaces barren of any life except for the MULE's (the bandits of the game) and the BT's which is the last thing you want to see all this without any music there will be some fairly rare moments where you DO get music and when you do it looks and sounds amazing the music perfectly accompanies the amazing views you get but again these moments don't happen enough sure you can listen to them in your private room and at lvl 2 structures but the ones from the private room are ONLY in the private room and the lvl 2 structures only have so much range

    in short the game is unique and is not a game for everyone but when you do pick it up its hard to put it down the game has its flaws but those flaws outweigh the positives or the other way around for other people
    my opinion on the game is fairly balanced and thats why I would recommend this game to a select few. the people who are able to sink hours into a game and not get sick of it and those who dont need action to find a game fun (in a way)
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  19. Nov 12, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I only played a few hours and have not seen much action but in a way I have been waiting for this kind of game..The sound&vision of the game are superb...maybe I change my opinion in the future but so far so good..If you like to think while gaming this might be for you. Expand
  20. Nov 12, 2019
    9
    I will admit the game is not for everyone, but it is an amazing game. Beautiful views and music. Beautiful story. The world involves a lot of walking I will admit, but I feel like that's part of it. I feel like I am putting in the effort. The main character of course is the one doing the work but I feel like I'm on a journey with him. Everyone is complaining about boredom but I have yet toI will admit the game is not for everyone, but it is an amazing game. Beautiful views and music. Beautiful story. The world involves a lot of walking I will admit, but I feel like that's part of it. I feel like I am putting in the effort. The main character of course is the one doing the work but I feel like I'm on a journey with him. Everyone is complaining about boredom but I have yet to be bored myself as I spend my time in the game exploring and helping others. The game also personally speaks to me after I watched an interview with Kojima about what the message of the game is. I leave that to you to find out. Expand
  21. Nov 11, 2019
    0
    Pretty game.... thats it. Its a garbage walking simulator with the groundbreaking mechanic of holding L2 + R2 so Sam doesnt fall and damage his packages. Embarrassing to even call this a game. No respect for the player's time. Just walking for hours and delivering to holograms.
  22. Nov 12, 2019
    1
    Jogo lixo!! Walking simulator total.. tá pra existir jogo mais chato e monótono
  23. Nov 10, 2019
    10
    love it so match ..I can't stop playing it or thinking about it when I don't .. its one of best game I played this year
  24. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Inovador, história e trilhas sonoras demais. Mas não é um game pra quem curte muita gameplay com ação.
  25. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Instead of liking the game, I love it!

    The first 10 hours of gameplay can be dull which I think sets place for the negative reviews. But it really is a tutorial that teaches you about the world around you and the interaction with it. If you manage to hold on the first hours, you will be rewarded, it will hook you up. Since I have enough free time, I play this game for hours non-stop and
    Instead of liking the game, I love it!

    The first 10 hours of gameplay can be dull which I think sets place for the negative reviews. But it really is a tutorial that teaches you about the world around you and the interaction with it. If you manage to hold on the first hours, you will be rewarded, it will hook you up.

    Since I have enough free time, I play this game for hours non-stop and it really got me immersed. Time flies by fast. Can't stop playing it!

    Before buying the game I was a bit skeptical about the asynchronous multiplayer, since I mostly play single player games. But it turned out really well. You will really appreciate it.

    Story is very deep. I enjoy it.

    If you have enough free time, I'd recommend to give this game a try yourself.
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  26. Nov 12, 2019
    9
    I'm on chapter 3 and so far, this game has been nothing short of a visual masterpiece. The pacing is slow but at the same time perfect. I've never played a game that quite literally puts me in the shoes of the protagonist, making me think about every step I take, plan my routes, arrange cargo, take note of my stamina and take into account enemies, my surroundings and the weather as I planI'm on chapter 3 and so far, this game has been nothing short of a visual masterpiece. The pacing is slow but at the same time perfect. I've never played a game that quite literally puts me in the shoes of the protagonist, making me think about every step I take, plan my routes, arrange cargo, take note of my stamina and take into account enemies, my surroundings and the weather as I plan to make the most efficient trip possible.

    Gave it a 9 out of 10 because I wish the enemies were a bit of a challenge. I find them very easy to beat. The vehicle mechanics are also pretty clunky and weird. Besides these hiccups, the gameplay, story and visuals are engrossing and captivating. An extremely immersive experience and just what I look for in video games. Not everyone's cup of tea.
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  27. Nov 12, 2019
    1
    Good graphics and music,but gameplay extremely boring.I would rather watch a movie.
  28. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Шедевральная игра. Кодзима в очередной раз доказал, что не просто так зовётся гением. Атмосфера, музыка, идеально подходящий медетативный геймплей. Ведьмак от мира дальнобойщиков. 12/10
  29. Nov 12, 2019
    0
    Instead of enhancing the game-play, Kojima blames the player doesn't understand his masterpiece of art. What a joke!
  30. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Very interesting idea. I think that the game is perfect and ingenious. For the first time, I see that the game combines genres so well: sandbox, action shooter and horror. I played more than 60 hours and I think it takes so much time to realize the meaning of the game. I gave her the title Game of the Year.
  31. Nov 12, 2019
    9
    Death Stranding is not for everyone but it sure is for some

    Death Stranding delivers a new exiting gaming experiance, and while it's true that some people might find it repetetive to do the deliveries back and forth. Death Stranding more than makes up for it with interesting gameplay mechanics and great story.
  32. Nov 12, 2019
    8
    Топ сюжет. Игра не отпускает. Да, ходить, да доставлять, иногда однообразно но сюжет сглаживает все недостатки
  33. Nov 12, 2019
    6
    This game isn't a perfect 10 nor is it deserving of 9, 1, 2 and for sure not a 0. The odd 5 hours i've played is only a tiny ass sliver of the game, i've had only 1 or 2 encounters with the bandits (MULES) and the BT creatures. It was at those 2 points where i was enjoing the game, sneaking around avoiding the BTs and when they did see me one tme the black goop spewed out humanoids toThis game isn't a perfect 10 nor is it deserving of 9, 1, 2 and for sure not a 0. The odd 5 hours i've played is only a tiny ass sliver of the game, i've had only 1 or 2 encounters with the bandits (MULES) and the BT creatures. It was at those 2 points where i was enjoing the game, sneaking around avoiding the BTs and when they did see me one tme the black goop spewed out humanoids to grab me and drag me in it was crazy and cool but the time before that i was just walking along bored, most of the time except for dialogue and cutscenes i just watch netflix while im playing. Don't get me wrong i see what Kojima is trying to do, the guy has some weird af ideas and i think many fans were expecting like a spiritual successor to MGSV that was even more **** insane.

    Each to their own, the people giving it low scores were probably expecting it to be more action packed and the ones giving it 10 out 10 love Kojima and completely know understand his vision fo his game, thats my best guess. Make good choices my dudes, watch some gameplay on twitch or youtube and know what you are paying for
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  34. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Best game I have ever played period. Definitely not for everybody. Outstanding graphics, fresh ideas, interesting story and a crazy apocalyptic world. I cannot remember when I have enjoyed any game that much, maybe MGS1, Diablo 2, so really long time ago... Yes I like Kojima and no I wasn't happy with MGSV after the first half.
  35. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This is an amazing game don't listen to haters who didn't even played the game. Death stranding is an addictive game that keeps evolving as you play. You can better gear and a lot of stuff to help you on the journey. You can decide which way to take to destination freely. This is more than a walking simulator but some people just hate for no reason or they are xbox fans.
  36. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo muito bom !!! Melhor Gráfico da geração!!! A história consegue nos prender!!! 10 Expand
  37. Nov 12, 2019
    8
    I'm a 35 year old guy who only has at most 4-5 hours of play time per week. I've never played any MGS games before and didn't know much about Hideo Kojima before seeing trailers of Death Stranding. Anyways, I really liked this game because it detaches me from the real world and puts me in an adventure that I love being a part of. Here's my summary of good and bad points (I've only playedI'm a 35 year old guy who only has at most 4-5 hours of play time per week. I've never played any MGS games before and didn't know much about Hideo Kojima before seeing trailers of Death Stranding. Anyways, I really liked this game because it detaches me from the real world and puts me in an adventure that I love being a part of. Here's my summary of good and bad points (I've only played like 4-5 hours in total so far)

    Good:
    - Great graphics on the PS4 pro with beautiful landscapes. I love walking around and exploring the post apocalyptic world, traversing rivers, rocky mountains etc.

    - Great cutscenes, feels like being a part of a Hollywood movie. Like a mixture of Lost, Stranger Things, Black Mirror.

    - Lack of action and pacifism was appealing to me. I have no rush and I see this as a relaxing experience as if I'm actually exploring a new world trekking around. This really might be a new genre and it has tons of potential for improvement.

    Bad:
    - The technology of the world seems to be too advanced for sending deliverymen around on foot. This feels weird. Could be better if the survivors weren't this "clean" and plastic. I like the world presented in the movies "The Road" and "Book of Eli" when it comes to post apocalyptic environments.

    - Could have been better if there was vehicle physics and gameplay like Spintires.

    - The async multiplayer feels weird. Makes the game easier but funnier. Might be better if you play it totally offline, giving you more isolation and realism of being alone in the environment.
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  38. Nov 12, 2019
    0
    Es una puta mierda ya me he desecho de él, solo he conseguido durar el fin de semana haciendo recados y viendo las putas cinemáticas igual que con el puto the order
  39. Nov 12, 2019
    10
    I find the game play fun and addicting. Just a wonderful world to be in and the story is done so good. I have been dreaming about the game when I go to sleep, and before this game I can't remember the last time I had a dream.
  40. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Awesome game with new elements. Boring and repetitive at first 5 hours, but later game is super fun. Highly recommend!
  41. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Kojima god. Its be wonderful .you don't love this game if you pc gamer or if you dont have internet, becouse multiplayer make world intresting and full. Gameplay very intrsting only if you play maximal hard level. Story wonderful , in the end i cry like baby
  42. Nov 11, 2019
    9
    Wonderful storytelling in a beautiful setting. I was a little cautious going into a game primarily centered around delivery missions but the story and characters were deep, relatable, and held my interest without fail. Anytime I even started to feel like the game was slowing down they would introduce a new mechanic,a setting change, or a new story arc or character which I felt made it aWonderful storytelling in a beautiful setting. I was a little cautious going into a game primarily centered around delivery missions but the story and characters were deep, relatable, and held my interest without fail. Anytime I even started to feel like the game was slowing down they would introduce a new mechanic,a setting change, or a new story arc or character which I felt made it a great experience. Expand
  43. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Impressive landscapes, wonderful gaming experience, stunning story and the community factor is incredible.
  44. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    I do not do this kind of thing usually and my English might not be the best.

    But this game is breathtaking, I have not played an open world like this ever in my life, and lord knows I love open world games, but this one is just unique. I am no game designer so I'll try to make this to best of my capacity. The in game mechanics are brilliant and most are quite original, the fact that
    I do not do this kind of thing usually and my English might not be the best.

    But this game is breathtaking, I have not played an open world like this ever in my life, and lord knows I love open world games, but this one is just unique.

    I am no game designer so I'll try to make this to best of my capacity.

    The in game mechanics are brilliant and most are quite original, the fact that walking up a mountain with 100kg of cargo is challenging is a facet of open world I had never seen.
    The mechanics with the Bts are fabulous and incredibly entertaining, the smules I have not gotten to try them out too much because they can indeed be quite challenging. The shooting and fighting is exactly what you can expect from a kojima led game.

    The sound design of the game is fabulous, I got nothing more or less to say about it.

    The story is brilliant, and the end is one of the most rewarding ending scenes I have ever had in any game out there, I have not been gaming for too long but 20 years I have been playing games since I found my fathers Sega and was playing the Macdonald platform games, and to be fair from that day up to now I have never ever jumped aboard a strong feel train as I have at the end of this game.

    This game is not for everyone, so if you are reading this hoping to learn more and i you should or not buy it I'll make it simple.

    Do you play games that are slow and where patience is key? Then this could very well be for you the universe is incredibly large, there is no dead space because your character interacts with all environments.

    Are you more of a fast paced gamer who would rather play CoD, Fortnite or GTA? Then do not get this game you will be disappointed, I enjoy both slow and fast paced and this was a complete blast of joy.

    The cast is mostly amazing, script is a bit rough at points but nothing too bad.

    It was just the best 50 hours I have ever spent on a first play through of a game.
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  45. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    if you are fully prepared to immerse yourself in the landscape and story this game is without a doubt incredibly beautiful and engaging.
    A lot of people can’t grasp the concept of a game that doesn’t deal out instant gratification and that doesn’t have fighting/winning as the main objective.
  46. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    I'm not a fan of Metal Gear Solid but this game is absolutely phenomenal from all sides. This can't be described, this has to be played.
  47. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Death Stranding is amazing. I believe this is my new all time favorite game. I can’t recommend for youngsters or gamers looking for a shooter. I can recommend for those with the intelligence enough to understand the game and it’s mechanics. This is more than a game. It’s a beautifully made masterpiece focused on the more mature audience. It starts off very slowly and builds up. TheDeath Stranding is amazing. I believe this is my new all time favorite game. I can’t recommend for youngsters or gamers looking for a shooter. I can recommend for those with the intelligence enough to understand the game and it’s mechanics. This is more than a game. It’s a beautifully made masterpiece focused on the more mature audience. It starts off very slowly and builds up. The negative reviews are rubbish most likely by kids or those seeking high action shooters. Don’t listen to the whining or Xbox fanboys. It’s a damn masterpiece. Hideo Kojima is the man. Thank you for such a wonderful game. Expand
  48. Nov 11, 2019
    8
    Dediquenle tiempo, es un juego que se disfruta poco a poco, no como a los que estamos acostumbrados que desde el principio se gastan las sorpresas y la trama.
  49. Nov 11, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Read Carefully ~

    Death Stranding is a serene strategic, world building game. Through the delivery of desperately desired cargo, Sam Bridges connects a devastated and fractured world caused by what is called, The Death Stranding. This game contains the same elements that you will find in most movies and television programs. The actors take their jobs very seriously by giving their best efforts in order to make the world around you, the player, a sense of urgency and importance. This is very much a game about a man who makes deliveries. Those deliveries, one by one, make the world whole. The further in you go, the more the game has to offer to you. Walking turns to running, running turns into a motorcycle. The empty land becomes filled. Filled with trails, ladders, bridges, and more. Things you did not build will help you along the way; making your trek possible. You thank other players who have come before you, making a passage for you. Sometimes to climb, sometimes to rappel down. You are a pathfinder. you make a way for people to follow and you contribute to the creation of the new world.

    Enemies become more and more of a threat - sneaking turns into battles. You begin to hunt the MULEs, you begin to hunt BTs.

    People who claim that this game is monotonous did not play this game. People who rate this game lower than 4, did not play this game. Death Stranding has a massive map and tons of enemies. A great story, impressive lore, and strong gameplay. However, this game is not for everyone. Patience is definitely a virtue
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  50. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    This game is awesome, it has complex walking mechanic, great story and characters, and lore is a first class. I love the social aspect of the game and that the players can help each other.

    Ta gra jest niesamowita, posiada zaawansowaną mechanikę chodzenia, wspaniałą historię i postacie, i jeszcze lore to pierwsza klasa. Kocham aspekt społecznościowy gry i to że gracze mogą sobie pomagać.
  51. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly This game is absolutely amazing. I find the gameplay to be fun and interesting along with the different landscapes you’ll come across, and along with that there are the BT’s which I find to be **** terrifying anytime I see one XD. I instantly start to panic as soon as it starts to rain and I love that. This game can be so peaceful and scary at the same time. I would easily give this game a 10/10 (remember this is my personal opinion) Expand
  52. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    It's a masterpiece. And one of the most important games for current generation.
  53. Nov 11, 2019
    2
    Walk simulator. The lack of content in this game is unbelievable. This is an insult to the consumers.
  54. Nov 11, 2019
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. MGS is an awesone series.
    I bought Death Stranding because i had to play for myself.
    Story seems really cool. Graphics are great, atmosphere fantastic. Music is great.

    But what counts is the gameplay.
    And oh my the gameplay is so dull and super boring. So deep gameplay to Kojima is, balancing your packages on your back. Making sure you dont fall over,while you climb a mountain? And rocks and walk through river's.
    I want different games no doubt. But when you take the game out of it. And gives us an annoying walking sim,thats not even fun to walk around. Kojima lost me. This is a new genre aye? Just like farming sim and games like that. Pizza delivery man.
    Played about 4 hrs. I had enough.
    4/10 honest review. So lucky I didnt end up getting collectors edition. Or id be forcing myself to play the game. And like it.
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  55. Nov 11, 2019
    0
    12 hours in, I will have to abandon this because this is NOT a game.

    We have: 10/10 main story and world building, 10/10 graphics, 10/10 sound design, 10/10 character development, but -40/10 core game loop. --- 0/10. Death Stranding has the most boring, tedious, and frustrating gameplay I have ever experienced, out of hundred of games I've played (incl. plat on MGSV).
    12 hours in, I will have to abandon this because this is NOT a game.

    We have:
    10/10 main story and world building,
    10/10 graphics,
    10/10 sound design,
    10/10 character development, but
    -40/10 core game loop.
    ---
    0/10.

    Death Stranding has the most boring, tedious, and frustrating gameplay I have ever experienced, out of hundred of games I've played (incl. plat on MGSV). Seriously, if Kojima thought this gameplay is a good idea, it's probably good for him to retire or just make a film.
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  56. Nov 11, 2019
    1
    That is the worst game i have ever played. Kojima I want my money back.....
  57. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Absolutely my best game experience ever i have. The story inspired and encouraged me get some motivation to face upcoming difficulties that would happen in my life.
    Gameplay itself may not satisfying everyone but for me its a fantastic boundary-pushing and brand new game.
  58. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Awesome. So addicting. Hideo Kojima is a genius. So unique and interesting.
  59. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Number one: Death Stranding is not a game, it’s an experience, and one that I am very grateful for.

    It’s sad for me to see the negativity over this game because for purely selfish reasons I hope to have more experiences like Death Stranding in the future. I’m generally not someone who thinks that there are such things as review bombs, nor do I think people’s thoughts should be
    Number one: Death Stranding is not a game, it’s an experience, and one that I am very grateful for.

    It’s sad for me to see the negativity over this game because for purely selfish reasons I hope to have more experiences like Death Stranding in the future. I’m generally not someone who thinks that there are such things as review bombs, nor do I think people’s thoughts should be moderated, metacritic included. I believe everyone has the right to express themselves regardless of their opinions effect on others and if a game is bombed with negativity then there is probably a reason for that. It is in that freedom of expression that we find truth.

    I have to wonder though, are these 0 reviewers playing the same game as I?

    Am I really that different than so many other people where I find Death Stranding (at times) to be pure unmitigated genius, and other people are bored to tears?

    And yet, I understand their point of view because if Death Stranding is anything it is very, very different than anything else out there today. It is less a game and more of an experience.
    Death Stranding is beautiful.
    Death Stranding is lonely, so lonely
    Death Stranding is hopeful and yet full of despair, setsunai.
    And yes, Death Stranding is full of moments of tension and gripping fear, it is not a game devoid of action as others would have you believe. There is great tension in the game with MULE’s and BT and I find the balance of everything quite enjoyable.

    It is not entirely inaccurate to state that this game is essentially “Being Norman Reedus”, and I am enjoying it!

    The amount of work, effort, care and love put into every minute detail of the character and his animations is astounding to me and I find that alone very entertaining. The line between where Sam begins and Norman ends is quite blurry, and the experience is all the better for it. I personally feel a real connection to this game. I feel a connection to Norman Reedus, and to this world. That I can feel emotion strongly, to feel like I know someone from a digital representation of their character is completely amazing to me. Hideo Kojima must be acknowledged for his lovingly detailed recreation of Mr. Reedus’ actual person.

    As you can tell, so much of the Death Stranding experience hinges on the personality of Norman Reedus. We as the player spend a great deal of time with just him and the environment. You’ll know best whether or not that interests you, but I will also say that the story in this game is absolutely top notch. It is a truly wonderful (again that word) experience that I feel moves me in as similar manner as something along the lines of Howl’s Moving Castle.

    In short, if you’ve the funds I think you owe it to yourself to see whether Death Stranding is for you, because if it is... it is an experience like none other in gaming today that I am so glad I didn’t pass on because of other’s criticisms.

    And if you try it and find that Death Stranding is not for you, then I am truly sorry for whatever it is that I have which you do not posses that allows me to feel such a strong connection to this game, it’s characters, it’s world, it’s music and sounds, pain and joy... the whole amazing experience.

    If you decide for whatever reason that you don’t enjoy Death Stranding, then I’ll thank you for supporting me and others ability to wholeheartedly love this strange and unique game, experience. Dear Mr. Kojima, please keep on keeping on. It was brave of you to release this game and we are all, those of us who have hearts opened to it, all the better for it.

    I am fully entertained and while I have much more to go in this game, I’m already looking forward to the next experience.
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  60. Nov 11, 2019
    9
    I absolutely love it. It's funny because all the reasons people find this game boring and tedious I find it fun.
  61. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Наверное самая лучшая игра за последнее время. Графика,музыка,сюжет. А те кто просто обвалил рейтинг видимо мозгов маловато чтобы понять новый жанр.
  62. Nov 11, 2019
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is a third-person action game, with a heavier-than-usual de-emphasis on the "action." It is a game about exploration in which there isn't that much to discover. It is a game about America that takes place in a world that bears only minimal resemblance whatsoever to the country it's portraying. It is a game that takes, at minimum, 10-15 hours to actually become "fun," and even then the definition of fun is one likely to vary wildly for its players. It is a Hideo Kojima game in which the story is the least appealing aspect of the whole endeavor. Ultimately, Death Stranding is a game that is unlike much else I've played before, and I'm not entirely sure if I want to play anything like it ever again. Expand
  63. Nov 11, 2019
    1
    Walking simulator. Extremely boring. Delivery packages point to point and do it again, until u lose your mind
  64. Nov 11, 2019
    1
    Very bad and boring game...Very very disappointed. The story is compelling but not enough to compensate for the immense boredom.
  65. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    this game is beautiful and incredible. I went into the game nearly completely blind, having seen only the reveal and launch trailers, and it continually blew me away with just how good it is. I'm not going to talk about the story because I think everyone should experience it, even if just the cutscenes. But just know that it is video game storytelling at its finest. As for thethis game is beautiful and incredible. I went into the game nearly completely blind, having seen only the reveal and launch trailers, and it continually blew me away with just how good it is. I'm not going to talk about the story because I think everyone should experience it, even if just the cutscenes. But just know that it is video game storytelling at its finest. As for the gameplay, while it may not be for everyone I thought it was done very well and tied into the story nicely also. Even though the majority of it is walking, the path from A to B is so varied and enjoyable that it still manages to be fun just delivering packages and keeping balance. There's variety in the mission types also, so it never feels like the same deliveries over and over again. You're graded as well, and it's actually quite satisfying delivering something through a tough path and getting an S rank and seeing the npc actually be happy about it. And the better you do, the more upgrades received, which you're constantly getting anyway. The few moments when the game does have some action are when it actually does struggle a bit. Boss fights against BTs, which are the majority of the combat segments, are fairly boring because you stand and shoot, and if you die you can just repatriate with no real punishment. The wave-based encounters against Cliff are better, but the gunplay itself still feels a bit unpolished and there's not really enough healing items to use most of the time(at least on hard difficulty, which is how I played the entire game). It's not really a huge problem though, as combat encounters are few and far between and really just serve to spice up the game play a bit. And they're more than made up for by the one real bossfight in the game, which is insanely well done. All the gameplay is elevated by the soundtrack, which is also very good and well picked. The Low Roar tracks that play sometimes during exploration really help set the melancholic atmosphere and are perfectly suited to the climbing around you do. the song during the final chapter, BB's theme, also does its job in the best way possible. I only wish some of the tracks would play more, it's kind of rare they actually come on while making deliveries and the only music player is in the private room. Lastly, the way the indirect multiplayer is used is genius and really embodies the game's theme of making bonds. I really can't say how many times I was saved by someone's generator or safe house I came across while low on supplies, and gaining likes from real people who used what I placed down genuinely made me happy.
    So overall I'd rate Death Stranding 10/10. And, if anyone is wary about playing it from all the negative *American* reviews, I'd say go for it if only for the story. It's definitely worth it.
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  66. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Excelente juego, atmosfera brillante, graficos sublimes, kojima lo mejor del mundo
  67. Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This game is something unique! All you need to decide before playing/buying it who are: a mortal combat super duper fatality guy - this is not for you. A guy which tired of pointless fighting, who wants to seat down on a couch with a cup of tea and walk into a beautiful worlds - you are welcome here! The graphic is so real and surreal at the same time, Iceland views are so magic and you’reThis game is something unique! All you need to decide before playing/buying it who are: a mortal combat super duper fatality guy - this is not for you. A guy which tired of pointless fighting, who wants to seat down on a couch with a cup of tea and walk into a beautiful worlds - you are welcome here! The graphic is so real and surreal at the same time, Iceland views are so magic and you’re walking into that by your own all alone. Soundtrack - 10/10. I’m so glad that games like this one can exist, thank you Sony for support! And we need to support this just cuz its different and brave step for industry! Expand
  68. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Ignore the people giving this game a 0. I can't imagine how bad a game would have to be to warrant that. Anyway, this game has surprised me in so many ways! I love the gameplay and the story. Am absolutely hooked
  69. Nov 11, 2019
    0
    Primero quiero aclarar que no soy hater de Kojima.
    Soy fan o mejor dicho soy fan del trabajo de Kojima hasta metal gear 4. Llegué a culpar a Konami por el juego incompleto y repetitivo que fue MGS 5, pensé que ellos orillaron a Hideo a hacer ese juego incompleto y repetitivo.
    Como fan confié ciegamente en en Death Stranding. No quise ver ningún video de gameplay hasta que saliera el juego
    Primero quiero aclarar que no soy hater de Kojima.
    Soy fan o mejor dicho soy fan del trabajo de Kojima hasta metal gear 4. Llegué a culpar a Konami por el juego incompleto y repetitivo que fue MGS 5, pensé que ellos orillaron a Hideo a hacer ese juego incompleto y repetitivo.
    Como fan confié ciegamente en en Death Stranding.
    No quise ver ningún video de gameplay hasta que saliera el juego pues Erróneamente pensé qur Kojima haría algo extraordinario.

    Cuando comencé a jugar Death Stranding dije..Ok todo bien en el inicio. Mientras avancé en la trama y ví que solo era cargar paquetes, correr de la lluvia, pasar despedido con las sombras esas y correr de las Mulas....me desesperé.
    Dos días fueron suficientes. No quiero jugarlo más.
    Que aburrimiento......

    Es que siempre he pensado que ser fan no es lo mismo que ser estúpido.

    No entiendo de donde sacan que es buen juego???

    Que tiene de entretenido cargar cosas y que si se te caen se dañan???
    Las mulas solo arrojan granadas desde lejos y eso que estoy jugando en modo difícil.

    Y todavía dice Kojima que si no nos gustó es porque no lo entendimos.... Vaya ego!!!

    Es fácil.... quien diga que es bueno un juego cuyo gameplay consiste en cargar cosas de un lado a otro, tiene el cerebro como Homero. “Yummy Yummy Yummy, te lo voy a decir y espero que te gustará”
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  70. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    What can i say honestly this game is a F*****g masterpiece i love everything about this game yeah there some bugs here and there but man the team over at kojima productions know what there doing the visuals in 4k or decima engine are amazing the story os so complex and weird that you want to just keep leaening more love the actors norman amd matts are simply perfectly amazing for this gameWhat can i say honestly this game is a F*****g masterpiece i love everything about this game yeah there some bugs here and there but man the team over at kojima productions know what there doing the visuals in 4k or decima engine are amazing the story os so complex and weird that you want to just keep leaening more love the actors norman amd matts are simply perfectly amazing for this game overall amazing game in my book good job kojima and kojima productions10/10 for me PS to all new players beginning of game stsrts real slow trust me but onve you get to the end of chapter 2 you will be simply amazed and from then on the game shows its true potential also the game is not gonna be for everyone but i found tge game very balancing for me i liked gling on adventures it mellowed me out just chilling walking the mountains the combat was fun and controls were fairly simple and cutscens were amazing Expand
  71. Nov 11, 2019
    9
    Поставлю общую 9, сюжет просто великолепен - 10, интрига с первых трейлеров до финальных титров, геймплей довольно оригинальны местами увлекательный, но не тот, что заставит тебя играть в эту игру снова и снова через годы - 8, саундтрек, катсцены на высочайшем уровне - 10. Спасибо, Хидео, история получилась великолепная!Поставлю общую 9, сюжет просто великолепен - 10, интрига с первых трейлеров до финальных титров, геймплей довольно оригинальны местами увлекательный, но не тот, что заставит тебя играть в эту игру снова и снова через годы - 8, саундтрек, катсцены на высочайшем уровне - 10. Спасибо, Хидео, история получилась великолепная!
  72. Nov 11, 2019
    4
    SEDEX simulator, you feel like a postal worker. I don't understand how Kojima had the courage to publish this game...
  73. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Perfect game for me ,thats why max vote
    Music 10/10
    Game 10/10
    Story 10/10
    Graphic 10/10
  74. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    an action survival game where the terrain, the weather, the beasts, and the bad men are all out to keep you from delivering your boxes to folks and hooking them up with internet. Death Stranding boils decades worth of familiar designs and mechanics into a thick hearty stew that speedrunners will be chewing on for years. just **** eat it
  75. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Simplesmente fantástico!!! O enredo, os gráficos, trilhas sonoras e a mecânica do gameplay. A implementação do fator "conexão" com a comunidade de jogadores em um sistema online agrega uma experiência única. A física funciona muito bem nesse game e é uma das dificuldades integradas no cenário, assim o próprio ambiente torna-se seu inimigo. Tudo funciona muito bem em Death Strading,Simplesmente fantástico!!! O enredo, os gráficos, trilhas sonoras e a mecânica do gameplay. A implementação do fator "conexão" com a comunidade de jogadores em um sistema online agrega uma experiência única. A física funciona muito bem nesse game e é uma das dificuldades integradas no cenário, assim o próprio ambiente torna-se seu inimigo. Tudo funciona muito bem em Death Strading, fundamentado em parelelo com a história. Uma qualidade a ser seguida na indústria dos games! Expand
  76. Nov 11, 2019
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There's not enough story line. Too much up the same thing It's a bit repetitive like an old assassin's creed game. Disappointed from how much hype this game had. Expand
  77. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Лучший сюжет из всех видеоигр! Не в одной игре мира не было такой привязаности к мелочам.
  78. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    10/10 Игра захватывает сюжетом, механиками и актёрами. Ничего в ней скучного нет, играю по 12 часов в день, ни на секунду не заскучал
  79. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  80. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. thanks for this wonderful game, it’s beautiful. Calm atmosphere, no action, at the same time very disturbing when BT met. In created with a soul, thank you very much Hideo Kojima. Expand
  81. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    It's great that a game like death stranding exists. Such a fresh take on the open world, with realistic traversal and resource management techniques.
    Great social strand system.
  82. Nov 11, 2019
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. **** director.you meant we all stupid bull **** just because we like FPS games? lmao
    relly cool game,but not suitable for everyone.
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  83. Nov 11, 2019
    8
    Захватывающий сюжет, интересная механика перемещения - впервые добраться из точки а в точку б это челлендж. Игра неоднозначная, но меня затянула. Рекомендую.
  84. Nov 8, 2019
    10
    The people reducing this game to a walking simulator and giving it a -0- are extremely silly. Play the game for yourself before judging based upon mindless, volatile clowns and their mentally challenged banter. I assure you this is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced in the best way imaginable. These people never even bought the game. Use your heads before assuming that any of themThe people reducing this game to a walking simulator and giving it a -0- are extremely silly. Play the game for yourself before judging based upon mindless, volatile clowns and their mentally challenged banter. I assure you this is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced in the best way imaginable. These people never even bought the game. Use your heads before assuming that any of them have ever even seen the start screen. I’m 55 hours in and it just keeps getting better. As much of that time has been spent cleaning up trophies as opposed to polishing off the story. I have at minimum 100 hours left and each time I think the game is done surprising me with technological upgrades to better aid my journeys, I’m surprised all over again. You get a trike, a truck and a hover cargo craft you can ride on as early as episode 3. You get highways to ride clear across the central US from end to end. You get several varieties of grenades, non-lethal guns, various decoys and all the makings of artistic excellence from a man amidst a very strong departure from the slave owners who once drove him into the ground. Kojima made a game where we help one another. The social strand system is INVALUABLE and has made the game everything it is. The maps are also sprawling, daunting and gorgeously designed to the point of putting everything to utter shame with far less by way of assets. This is my GOTY and even better, Game Of The Generation. Expand
  85. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Этл очень хорошая игра с глубокими сюжетом, любители лутер шутеров идут лесом
  86. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Here to counter all the imbeciles review bombing it with a zero and haven’t played it. Go back to playing dumb shooter games and weeb games with little girls in them.
  87. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    The Great Game in the world.
    IGN, GI,EDGE is SUCK.
    They don't know what game to evaluate,a game that will be named for innovation in the future game history.
  88. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Death Stranding is probably one of the best gaming experiences I've had this year. It feels lkke a Kojima again rather than the mess that was MGS5 and coming from a big big fan of MGS2 and MGS4 its a dream come true. Fairly lengthy cutscenes with intriguing story and innovative gameplay is what I ever wanted!
  89. Nov 11, 2019
    6
    Kojima spend all of Sony's money to make such a nonsense? If you want to be ambitious, you have to meet certain requirements. The artistic part has its touch but playably it is a terrible disaster! A shame as paid media have endorsed such "game" crap.
  90. Nov 11, 2019
    4
    A bored walking simulation. Aburre demasiado ese tipo de mecánica sosa y lenta.
  91. Nov 11, 2019
    1
    The game is just a walking simulation. I don't recommend this game to anyone.
  92. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра проста топ!!! Я думал что это проста обычный симулятор доставщика но это больше чем проста игра ты на работе делаеш одно и тоже и в игру заходя ты делаеш тоже самое павторяеш одно и тоже.Мне игра по душе Expand
  93. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    The most engaging work of art I have ever experienced! Gameplay that builds in. Complexity the longer you play. So addictive!!
  94. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Прошёл игру на одном дыхании за 40 часов геймплея!!!!! Оригинальный геймплей! Кодзима очень рискованно поступил, он не сделал попсу, пытаясь угодить всем! Я отношусь, похоже, к малому числу людей, которых эта игра зацепила до глубины души!! Игра сделана с очень большой любовью и старанием! Сюжет очень медленно раскачивается, после вываливается на голову. Через сутки, переварив это всё....Прошёл игру на одном дыхании за 40 часов геймплея!!!!! Оригинальный геймплей! Кодзима очень рискованно поступил, он не сделал попсу, пытаясь угодить всем! Я отношусь, похоже, к малому числу людей, которых эта игра зацепила до глубины души!! Игра сделана с очень большой любовью и старанием! Сюжет очень медленно раскачивается, после вываливается на голову. Через сутки, переварив это всё.... я просто хочу выразить огромную благодарность! Спасибо большое Кодзима! что не делаешь все эти однообразные шутаны и батлроялы! Буду с нетерпением ждать следующей его игры, и надеюсь критика DEATH STRANDING не скажется на его видение игр! Хочу чтобы он продолжал делать необычные игры с большим посылом и любовью!!!!! Expand
  95. Nov 11, 2019
    4
    Game is not creative. If I wanted to watch a movie I would go to the theatre. Kojima seems washed up....
  96. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    나도 모르게 이게임을 계속 하게된다
    스토리.건설,전투도 있으며 보스전도 재미있어요
    룸에서 음악을 들으며 휴식을 하고 다음 목적지에 계획을 세우며 가는길에 다른 유저가 만든것에 도움도 받고 여러가지 오묘하게 재밌가 샇이는 게임입니다
  97. Nov 11, 2019
    9
    a mi me esta enamorando el juego, cada dia llego de trabajar pensando en jugarlo..... me pasa eso solo con grandes juegos como red dead, hollow knight, sekiro, ect...

    juego sin duda es una joyita unica, por desgracia no esta echa la miel para el hocico de el asno. (juegos = vida) (comunidad =cancer)
  98. Nov 11, 2019
    1
    This is not a game. I don't understand why people keep throwing money at hideo kojimas ideas. He has one good game under his belt. . . Your a postman picking up and dropping off parcels. Only the cult of kojima could get away with such a bad idea. Some say the sequel will follow a apocalyptic Plummer.
  99. Nov 11, 2019
    2
    I really wanted to like this game but it is so boring. I have 25 hours in so far and still so boring. If you like action adventure games this aint it chief. If you like slow paced games then this is the game for you. It is not a fun game but the story is very interesting.
  100. Nov 11, 2019
    9
    This is such a beautiful and well thought out game. A lot of (simple-minded) people mistake this for a simple delivery game, but it is so much more intriguing than that. The two initial chapters truly separates those who game, and those who this game was intended for.

    I have never been more impressed with a game more than I have been with Death Stranding. The cinematics, the backstory of
    This is such a beautiful and well thought out game. A lot of (simple-minded) people mistake this for a simple delivery game, but it is so much more intriguing than that. The two initial chapters truly separates those who game, and those who this game was intended for.

    I have never been more impressed with a game more than I have been with Death Stranding. The cinematics, the backstory of each character, the challenges of plotting your path and preparing, thinking quickly in battle, and above all else, coming together with your fellow players to work together and rebuild the world. IMO, this game shows me how we can come together to make a difference and really focuses on how we're can do that in addition to thinking strategically. I am in utter awe at the part that each player has played, and can't thank everyone enough for helping out despite its cost to you. It makes me have hope in us in a time where we are so divided. As I am nearing the end of the main storyline, I am grateful for all the emotions I have experienced in this game. It's so rare to be so completely on edge where you choose to take a break, cry when you find our why things are as they are, be so concerned for others, and relate so much to a character. It's great tho think and to make tough calls instead of aimlessly shooting each other for a change(although I love FPS).

    I hope everyone gives this game a chance instead of giving up on the training stages.
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  101. Nov 8, 2019
    4
    Is a very monotonous game, it has great music and world detail, but no more. The story is compelling but not enough to compensate for the immense boredom.
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 111 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 111
  2. 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. 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.
  3. 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.