Ghost of Tsushima

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  1. guiletheguiles
    Aug 5, 2020
    8
    Ghost of Tsushima could've been a mediocre game at best, but it proves to be much better than many other open world games out there.

    This is probably the most beautiful game I've ever played, after TLOU2. Part of the reason why it is so fantastic is because of its scenery. The art direction and evinronmental design is near-perfect here and it merges VERY WELL with story and gameplay.    Ghost of Tsushima could've been a mediocre game at best, but it proves to be much better than many other open world games out there.

    This is probably the most beautiful game I've ever played, after TLOU2. Part of the reason why it is so fantastic is because of its scenery. The art direction and evinronmental design is near-perfect here and it merges VERY WELL with story and gameplay. The island of Tsushima is so rich with beauty and secrets to find, that makes you ACTUALLY strive to defend it from the Mongols. It makes you give a ****
    The gameplay is also top-notch. I confess that it took me a long while to fully get used to the combat but, when it clicks, it CLICKS. It mixes style with substance with ease and makes every single encounter be slightly different or intense enough to make you search for more. Especially during the big battles that the story throws you in.

    Exploration (of course) plays a gigantic role in how you'll enjoy the game's progress and I'm happy to say that riding and running through the fields of Tsushima is one of the "chillest" things in gaming, in 2020. Discovering secrets, experiencing the calm soundtrack, collecting masks, flowers, completing objectives, raising your legend status and doing everything else that the open world has to offer is stunning. It might get repetitive, since objectives lose variety halfway through the 2nd act, outstaying its welcome a bit, but it's nothing gamebreaking and it's just incredible how GoT's collectables managed to keep me interested until the credits roll. Even the sidequests got me hooked. There are some very fun and well-written ones.

    But the story is probably the weakest part of GoT. While it does get better in the 2nd act, characters have no charisma and the writing lacks any surprises and charm. It does come with some impactful high stakes moments and a few enjoyable samurai tropes, but not enough to make it stand out.
    Combat, while VERY stylish, does require some time to get used to. At first, it might feel clunky, especially when you're fighting many enemies. Fighting does not work against mobs in this game. Also, stealth mechanics, while seviceable, only work when you done perfectly. Problem is, GoT will seldom give you space or a path to always eliminate entire groups by only using stealth.

    One last thing that might push you away from Ghost of Tsushima is how "cliché" it can become. It is an open world that WILL get repetitive, DOES use a bunch of systems and mechanics from others of the genre and NO, it's not as good as industry colossi like The Witcher 3 or Zelda BOTW.
    The thing is: That's fine!
    Ghost of Tsushima gets all of those clichés and problems, put them in a powerful blender and makes an impressive and bonafide juice with it.
    If you like action and open world games, I definitely recommend this one. It's one of the most remarkable exclusives on the console.

    Unless... Unless you don't like the samurai, for some reason.    … Expand
  2. Plain_Sight_Doc
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    The last of the Exclusive PlayStation games has come. And it does not disappoint. The game is above all else beautiful and serene and at the same time an ode to all things Japanese culture. Never has there been another game to take place with such grace and ease. It’s almost as if Sucker Punch was meant to make this game. From the landscapes to the combat, everything is a dance of colorThe last of the Exclusive PlayStation games has come. And it does not disappoint. The game is above all else beautiful and serene and at the same time an ode to all things Japanese culture. Never has there been another game to take place with such grace and ease. It’s almost as if Sucker Punch was meant to make this game. From the landscapes to the combat, everything is a dance of color and respect for you, the player, and for the culture it sincerely represents. Combat is just right, difficult and rewarding. With every strike of the katana, Jin Sakai feels powerful yet vulnerable. Every move you make is meaningful.

    The score is definitely one of the better ones in any game, reminiscent of the movie entitled “Hero” with Jet Li. Blades of grass bend under your feet and to the wind toward your objective. “Your father is the guiding wind behind your back” your uncle proclaims. Giving substance and meaning to even the simplest yet most effective waypoint systems in any game made to date. Little details abound everywhere like this. I am almost sad that only people with a PlayStation can enjoy this title. This game is probably one of the easiest to play and yet difficult to master games. It is like dark souls with beauty and grace. Death , despair, honor and dignity. Themes present in the game pointing you ever forward to the conclusion. By and large a great tale of a accidental hero rising to the occasion to save his people , culture and home. It deserves your attention. It is a fantastic game. Flawed but perfect, like a Japanese painting. Play this game. You will regret you did not.    … Expand
  3. borba72
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This game is so beautiful I practically don't ride my horse, I just walk around everywhere to admire its beauty.
    It's minimal UI also contributes to this sense of beauty. Also, combat is very funny.
    Only down to it is the in-combat camera, which sometimes gets "a little lost" around the place.
  4. MikeMenkes
    Jul 27, 2020
    8
    Its a good open world game with satisfying combat. It doesn't try to do much that's new. Its pretty standard stealth and fighting very much like an Assassin's Creed game. It has a lot of character and depth. It also looks pretty outdated. Its almost a comic book drawing style. The "fur" texture on the armor is really muddy looking and it looks like use of a lot of 2014 assets.
  5. RealR3V1EW
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    I'm gonna say this is the first game I had a desire to get a platinum trophie. The game is a love letter to every open world game made, and its fantastic. The story is actually better than I thought it was going to be starting the game. The combat was the real star, leaving three choices of stealth, archery, or sword play. The A.I isn't the smartest but it works with the game allowing youI'm gonna say this is the first game I had a desire to get a platinum trophie. The game is a love letter to every open world game made, and its fantastic. The story is actually better than I thought it was going to be starting the game. The combat was the real star, leaving three choices of stealth, archery, or sword play. The A.I isn't the smartest but it works with the game allowing you to do some crazy cool assassinations. I could go on and on but this IMO is a timeless classic that I'll see myself going back to.… Expand
  6. dgbot07
    Aug 2, 2020
    8
    Um jogo de altos e baixos. Seus visuais maravilhosos contrastam com alguns locais em baixa resolução. Seu combate é fluido e prazeroso, mas contrasta com uma câmera confusa que atrapalha em alguns momentos.
    Infelizmente é mais um game de mundo aberto com um motor físico mediocre. Muito fácil ver personagens flutuando após combate ou quando são expostos diretamente a algum objeto de cenario    Um jogo de altos e baixos. Seus visuais maravilhosos contrastam com alguns locais em baixa resolução. Seu combate é fluido e prazeroso, mas contrasta com uma câmera confusa que atrapalha em alguns momentos.
    Infelizmente é mais um game de mundo aberto com um motor físico mediocre. Muito fácil ver personagens flutuando após combate ou quando são expostos diretamente a algum objeto de cenario sem física aplicada. Ainda assim é um game melhor qye esses últimos Assassins creed e para a SuckerPunch uma evolução bem vinda    … Expand
  7. Charlatanspete
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Nailed it! Perfect game. Great visuals and brilliant combat plus the added bonus of a decent story.
  8. Voodoo123
    Jul 27, 2020
    9
    +Arresting visual style
    +Excellent sword combat +Above average storytelling
    +Superb soundtrack +Excellent mission design +Very impressive cutscenes and cinematography -Can, at times, suffer from old school 'openworldiness' For me THIS is the definitive samurai/ninja fantasy I have waited for since the days of PS3. I am just so thankful to suckerpunch for pulling this out of the bag.    +Arresting visual style
    +Excellent sword combat +Above average storytelling
    +Superb soundtrack
    +Excellent mission design +Very impressive cutscenes and cinematography
    -Can, at times, suffer from old school 'openworldiness'

    For me THIS is the definitive samurai/ninja fantasy I have waited for since the days of PS3. I am just so thankful to suckerpunch for pulling this out of the bag. Infamous was a great series but please only make more samurai action RPGs from now on. Thanks for the amazing journey guys and gals ❤️    … Expand
  9. alexander8883
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Great storytelling, amazing and satisfyingly awesome combat, awesome stealth options and a game that just keeps giving the more you play. A must play game
  10. Brks-Phantom
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    The open world of this game is something else, it's a higher ground.
    The game is gorgeous one of the most beatifull of all time.
    The Characters are very,very carismatic, even the antagonist is a very **** good character.
    It's a must play game on PS4.
  11. Belgarion53
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Beautiful Optimized
    Extrem good combat
    Short loading times
    Good story!!
    Just play it
  12. PRAVDORUB_RUS
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Great graphics, gameplay. Good move by Sony to close the generation with a golden release.
  13. cas514
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Great Game, It's the best Sucker Punch game i've played personally. This maybe the first western PS Exclusive that i play more than once because the gameplay feels really fun and satisfying.

    Cons: Can't hide bodies in a stealth game? This obvious. Where are the choices? Sucker punch is known for their infamous series where they give you choices to where the story can go. Wish they    Great Game, It's the best Sucker Punch game i've played personally. This maybe the first western PS Exclusive that i play more than once because the gameplay feels really fun and satisfying.

    Cons:

    Can't hide bodies in a stealth game? This obvious.

    Where are the choices? Sucker punch is known for their infamous series where they give you choices to where the story can go. Wish they had give me the choice to let me choose wether i want to be samurai and ninja (ghost)

    Yuna - I dont understand why she was so prominent in the story, we could have done with-ought her. The story kept pushing her as some one i needed to care about but i didn't? She was serious and stoic just like Jin which made their interaction uneventful and boring.

    The game was missing some levity. Playing a game for 60 hours and everyone just being depressed or dying get exhausting. I understand the subject matter is serious but even Yakuza has a dramatic story but they still have fun funny side quests to balance things out. Because remember this is a game not a movie.

    Needed way more dismemberment.

    Ryuzo was wasted. He was the only other character (besides Khan, Uncle and Jin) i thought was cool so the way his arc ended was very disappointing. I had wish his conclusion ended in a more positive way especially since the rest of the cast of "friends" are lame.

    The Supporting Cast - the crew you recruit just don't do it for me, they have their background and stuff but i didn't really get invested in any of their stories. Quite honestly i would have been ok if Jin went through his Journey all alone.    … Expand
  14. leewwe
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    When it comes to Sucker Punch games, I've bought all their projects. From Sly Cooper and their trilogies in the Playstation 3 and also all of their Infamous games. Now, Ghost of Tsushima is, by far their most ambitious game to date. It's been a while since I felt hooked on a game, no matter if I played 3 hours straight and afterwards I lay my controller down, I find myself thinking aboutWhen it comes to Sucker Punch games, I've bought all their projects. From Sly Cooper and their trilogies in the Playstation 3 and also all of their Infamous games. Now, Ghost of Tsushima is, by far their most ambitious game to date. It's been a while since I felt hooked on a game, no matter if I played 3 hours straight and afterwards I lay my controller down, I find myself thinking about the game, searching videos online and engaging myself in discussions online about the game.

    The world is widened, vivid, colorful and filled with side quests and beautiful decor. Side quest characters are blended in to the main story. Combat feels fluid, bloody and exciting. The guiding wind mechanic is pure genius, giving us consumer immersion, no mini-map, just a gust of wind to guide us to our destination. And also, this game has the fastest fast travel in any game I've played in recent memory.

    The story of a samurai, with deep moral values, becoming the savior ghost of the island of Tsushima is a game that common people would brush off as another Assassin's Creed rip-off, but Sucker Punch proved us wrong and brought us an exciting exclusive to the Playstation 4, a swan song for the console and what a way to close the cycle. It's not a perfect game, no game is (maybe the first The Last of Us, but that's my opinion). It has glitches, bugs and SOME missions get repetitive, but overall it's a solid game. I can see myself reminisce my time playing this game in the coming years and how enjoyable it was playing it. One of the best exclusives the Playstation 4 has to offer.    … Expand
  15. belikejunkie
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Great game, played about a half of it. Atmosphere, battlesys, exploring, right theme of justice, all this aspects perfectly fits me. Worth buying!
    Doumo arigatou gozaimasu Sucker Punch!
  16. jordankrush
    Jul 18, 2020
    8
    Great game. Very beautiful. Really highlights what the PS4 can do and makes me excited for what the PS5 will be capable of. The only issue I have with the game is the camera when fighting multiple enemies. A lock on system would have been nice.
  17. Hyph
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    I was honestly on the fence about this game. On one hand I love the stoic nature and history of the samurai but on the other I am completely burned out on open world games. (I am a completionist)

    I went into this game with a bad attitude. Within the first couple of hours the game won me over. There is a certain magic quality here that this game and it’s creators have weaved together. A    I was honestly on the fence about this game. On one hand I love the stoic nature and history of the samurai but on the other I am completely burned out on open world games. (I am a completionist)

    I went into this game with a bad attitude. Within the first couple of hours the game won me over. There is a certain magic quality here that this game and it’s creators have weaved together.

    A quality that transcends stunning graphics & gameplay loops. It’s a feeling like no other.

    This is definitely one of those titles you need to be in the drivers seat to understand. I too checked out streamers and YouTube reviews but they could not convey it’s true essence.

    If you’re on the fence I would urge you to pull the trigger and buy this game ...you will be amazed!!    … Expand
  18. SteelGod
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    I would say 9.5, but here I give it a 10. There is no such thing as a perfect game, but this is one of the best in the genre. If you are into open-world, action RPGs - this is a must. And certainly the best samurai game I've played so far.
  19. Derivative85
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Fantastic storytelling with magnificent graphics. I recommend it to everyone.
  20. BrazilianLegacy
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos do ano. Ptqpariu muito bom! Tanto na histórica,gráficos e jogabilidade. Um dos jogos mais bem feitos que já joguei.
  21. Joellemm
    Aug 9, 2020
    8
    its a very fun experience that is brimming with detail, beauty and just enough heart to make you feel as though the developers cared a great deal for the culture and time period. So many of the game's systems and gameplay elements have been designed to really harness the game's stunning world and art style. The gameplay itself is fantastic, the combat and stealth mechanics are smooth andits a very fun experience that is brimming with detail, beauty and just enough heart to make you feel as though the developers cared a great deal for the culture and time period. So many of the game's systems and gameplay elements have been designed to really harness the game's stunning world and art style. The gameplay itself is fantastic, the combat and stealth mechanics are smooth and satisfying. I've played what feels like a hundred hours, and the narrative and characters are interesting enough to make this time spent feel worthwhile.

    However, I can't tell you i've gained much from the experience other than some pretty decent screenshots. With animals to follow and discover, no HUD to distract, and a wind mechanic that removes the need for a typical way point, you'd be fooled for thinking the game is immersive or unique. These are great ideas, and as said, they draw your eyes to the scenery, but sadly, they don't keep them there. The game feels like a standard Ubisoft title. A big map littered with repeating locations and things to do. A map that still end up being used as often as in any other game. Also, a very serious criticism, has to be the terrible AI. Moreover, its quite astonishing how easy the game is to play. (I played on normal, like i do with any game, and there are long stretches, tens of hours, where i didn't even come close to dieing.)

    In all honesty, this game might be the most accessible game of its type (I'm assuming this explains the high user review score). There's no doubt that this is a positive. But sadly, it leaves an empty feeling when you realise how unoriginal so much of the game's core is. All of the game's themes and gameplay elements good, but also kind of uninspired.

    Sucker Punch has perfected the style they set out for, and have immediately mastered the open world genre...but they have done so in the existing template so many developers before them had already established. Its a great game, just not a particularly memorable one.    … Expand
  22. ShadowWolf712
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    A few AI quirks and some fidgety camera positions hold the game back from perfection, but the world, the characters, the epic tale, and some of the most fluid blade-to-blade combat ever seen in a game more than make up for any shortcomings. This game is gorgeous and crazy fun to play.
  23. AboIbrahiem
    Aug 8, 2020
    9
    It's probably the best samurai game ever made. It's assassin's creed Japan, but it's done 100x better than anything Ubisoft would've ever made.
  24. Le_Habitant
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    By far one of the best games I have ever played. The story and the pacing of both main quest and side quest with the sporadic secrets and things to uncover felt better than any other game to date. I never once wanted to put the controller down I always wanted to see what was beyond the next horizon or forestland. Truly a masterpiece.
  25. thegodoflions
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    a breath of fresh air in the garbage heap that is the western gaming industry
  26. EduardoMeurer
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Um dos jogos mais lindos que joguei , além da imersão no mundo dos samurais que te faz pensar e agir como um , o mapa é muito bem desenvolvido e vivo, o combate é muito contagiante e te faz querer batalhar a todo momento.
  27. Beowulff78
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Such an incredible, satisfying and beautiful experience. Well done, Sucker Punch!
  28. NicoleCativa
    Jul 18, 2020
    8
    It trully is a good game, one of the most beautiful scenarios I've ever played through, loved the main story and the gameplay is addictive!
    Sadly there's stuff we can't simply cover our eyes to... Like the huge amount of glitches and bugs that shouldn't be on a AAA game and how the side quests turn out to be so repetitive. I've achieved the platinum trophy, but it turned out really boring    It trully is a good game, one of the most beautiful scenarios I've ever played through, loved the main story and the gameplay is addictive!
    Sadly there's stuff we can't simply cover our eyes to... Like the huge amount of glitches and bugs that shouldn't be on a AAA game and how the side quests turn out to be so repetitive. I've achieved the platinum trophy, but it turned out really boring after a few side quests!    … Expand
  29. alpha6_games
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    By far one of the most fun and visually stunning games I have played in a long time. Ghost doesn’t try to reinvent much but instead of breaking something that’s not broken they refine and perfect a lot of things within the sub genre. Videos and streams do not give the visual impact of the environments justice until you play it yourself. Defiantly one of my favorite games of the year.
  30. Mad-Marston
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    For a long time I wanted a grounded samurai game and finally Sucker Punch gave such a game. Yeah the game has rough edges but as a whole package it's a dream come true for me. The Island of Tsushima is mesmerizing. It made me really want to visit the real Island one day.
  31. LucianoMarinho
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    O jogo é excelente. Possui uma mecânica de combate extremamente divertida e viciante. A exploração é algo lindo de ver devido aos cenários bonitos e bem construídos. Em determinados momentos, porém, a qualidade gráfica não se mantem. Nada disso atrapalha a diversão. É uma ótima pedida.
  32. apocon
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Full of heart, beautiful, great story and gameplay. GOTY contender in my eyes.
  33. AreYouSerious
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Best game I have ever played.

    Monstrous statement, having been a gamer for 30 years, but this game has never made me feel like any other game across so many areas; combat, world, story... everything. I've never had so many chills/adrenalin in any entertainment medium. Jaw dropping on so many levels, words really cannot describe how this thing hits you. I'm really harsh with    Best game I have ever played.

    Monstrous statement, having been a gamer for 30 years, but this game has never made me feel like any other game across so many areas; combat, world, story... everything. I've never had so many chills/adrenalin in any entertainment medium. Jaw dropping on so many levels, words really cannot describe how this thing hits you.

    I'm really harsh with game/movie reviews (just look at my other reviews), so when I give this a 10, I don't give it lightly. There are one or two tiny little things I wish were a little better, lip syncing/matching, as an example, but as an overall experience, this game is sublime, amazing, and (in my experience) second to none.    … Expand
  34. Garrett_Watts
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    I have not had this much fun playing a game since Bloodborne and Horizon Zero Dawson! The gameplay is so addictive, the environment just stunning, the UI and all the menu’s are so simple and clean yet deeply involved. SuckerPunch had my heard with in famous 1 and 2... (wasn’t so big on second son) but wow. Just wow. This game is one of the coolest games I have ever played in my life andI have not had this much fun playing a game since Bloodborne and Horizon Zero Dawson! The gameplay is so addictive, the environment just stunning, the UI and all the menu’s are so simple and clean yet deeply involved. SuckerPunch had my heard with in famous 1 and 2... (wasn’t so big on second son) but wow. Just wow. This game is one of the coolest games I have ever played in my life and very, very easily is in my top 5 of this generation and just as easily in my top 10 of all time. Huge props to the Kurosawa mode as well! I will play through this 3 times EASILY, and I know it’s way too soon to even be discussing this (and I don’t care how long it is from now) but GOT:2 is already my second most anticipated game (only behind the supposed Harry Potter RPG) thank you to everyone at Sucker Punch for giving us this miraculous game!… Expand
  35. beegie_b
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Quite possibly the best game to release in the last year. Combat is extremely fun. The world building is absolutely incredible. Few games will have me simply wasting time and enjoying the scenery. Massive innovations to the open world format, no longer chasing the HUD or compass, you follow environmental queues instead, adding to the immersion. The progression system means you can unlockQuite possibly the best game to release in the last year. Combat is extremely fun. The world building is absolutely incredible. Few games will have me simply wasting time and enjoying the scenery. Massive innovations to the open world format, no longer chasing the HUD or compass, you follow environmental queues instead, adding to the immersion. The progression system means you can unlock most of your skills and moves within the first act, which makes you feel a bit overpowered, but this opens the door to more difficult and engaging combat in the next two acts. The game encourages learning in act one, and mastery in the next two acts. The story is great, but I have not yet finished the main quest, so perhaps it will collapse. I do doubt this considering the conversations I've had with friends and colleagues. Great work sucker punch. This is a great example of how to make a game for your audience, not the press core.… Expand
  36. Kenms
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    An amazing game with a lot of content, have mistakes with certain missions or bugs, but in all aspects, the game is full of love for the japanese culture and bring excellent gameplay, side-mission really interesnting and a continue improve of the player and his skills, one of the best games of the year easy.
  37. HappyPhilXD
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    Just finished the game after 50 hours and wow, what a great experience. Never was I bored, the story was interesting, even the side quests. The world is beautiful and I liked to explore it.
    The fighting is on par with Sekiro but with its stances different and never boring.
    The charakters are likeabel and good written and no unnecessary charakter deaths for shock value. Just the AI is    Just finished the game after 50 hours and wow, what a great experience. Never was I bored, the story was interesting, even the side quests. The world is beautiful and I liked to explore it.
    The fighting is on par with Sekiro but with its stances different and never boring.
    The charakters are likeabel and good written and no unnecessary charakter deaths for shock value.
    Just the AI is sometimes dumb and the controlls while climbing a bit wonky.    … Expand
  38. scorp332211
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    Simply put- Truly Excellent! One of my favorite games of all time! And easily the best game of 2020. First off- the game is stunningly beautiful. The grass, trees, red leaves, everything is stunning. The story is really good as well. I loved becoming the Ghost. Combat is really good. It’s great getting the different fighting stances. Recommend doing all of the side quests and clearingSimply put- Truly Excellent! One of my favorite games of all time! And easily the best game of 2020. First off- the game is stunningly beautiful. The grass, trees, red leaves, everything is stunning. The story is really good as well. I loved becoming the Ghost. Combat is really good. It’s great getting the different fighting stances. Recommend doing all of the side quests and clearing bandit camps. Definitely recommend doing the bamboo strikes to increase your health to be strong enough for the end of the game. I found everything to be interesting. This is one of the few games I cared about enough to go for 100% completion. So overall- this is excellent and well worth buying! Great open world game with plenty to do that’s all engaging. I’ve played it through twice already and will play it again in the future!… Expand
  39. Cem1923
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    A beautiful setting, great gameplay, and wonderful story. This game reminds me of a classic Assassin's Creed game updated in every way.
  40. 2ofclubs
    Aug 15, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful open world with a greatly immersive guidance system. Swordplay is excellent. Main story is good, without being great. The "twist" can be seen a mile off, but its still very well told.
    Companion tales are excellent, though Norio's could probably cut to the chase quicker.

    Side tales can be a bit cookie cutter, although the stories thar envelope them are well told and generally very sad.

    Camera lock on is an issue.
    Other activities are a bit repetitive too. Platinum hunters will be sick of fox dens very quickly.    … Expand
  41. GoatesOates
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece that elevates Sucker Punch Productions to the heights of Rockstar Games and Naughty Dog. Well done, I cannot wait to see what is next.
  42. tzo
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    excelent game that reminds me horizon zero dawn in a samurai world, i´m really enjoying it.
  43. BaliCritic
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Comfortably sits in my top 10 video games of all time. Well done SuckerPunch.
  44. Giantmonkey
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Awesome graphics and gameplay! Games like this come around once in a blue moon so Great Job Sucker Punch!
  45. GhorarDeem
    Aug 4, 2020
    9
    Suggestion for casual gamers :
    - Highly recommended (for general gamers, i fall into that category)
    - MUST PLAY, a MUST REQUIREMENT (for those who are samurai manga fans, samurai movie fans) *TLDR (No Spoilers)* First of all, i am a very casual gamer, there are no Platinum or Gold trophies in my collection. I play any game to get my mind away from things, relax, and immerse into    Suggestion for casual gamers :
    - Highly recommended (for general gamers, i fall into that category)
    - MUST PLAY, a MUST REQUIREMENT (for those who are samurai manga fans, samurai movie fans)

    *TLDR (No Spoilers)*

    First of all, i am a very casual gamer, there are no Platinum or Gold trophies in my collection. I play any game to get my mind away from things, relax, and immerse into the larger than life experience.

    "Ghost of Tsushima" felt like a breath of fresh air in the time of sequels after sequels.
    - Is the gameplay revolutionary?-NO!
    - Is the story is completely unimaginable?-NO!!
    - is the game Bug free?-NO!
    - is the game fun to play?-YES!!
    - Are the game characters interesting?-YES;
    - Are the game characters likable?-mostly Yes, it may and will vary.
    - Is the Katana/Samurai Sword combat any good?-I FREAKING LOVED IT
    - Is the Gameworld Nice?-OH BOY, HELL YEAH!!!!.
    - Will this game help to formulate a solution to fight real-world socio-political issues which are currently plagued the world?- NO, of course not, it is a game, for the solution you need to study in proper fields, like politics, sociology, psychology, history, biology, etc.

    Lots of people are saying it is not at all like Assassins Creed. BUT i think it is not entirely true, the formula in many ways based on AC series but GOT fused that mechanic very very nicely with its gameplay. GOT used various aspects from various successful open-world games, and that is not a bad thing at all.
    It is a big game, you can make it shorter if you want BUT the gameworld will gently push you, like a gentle breeze (Pun intended) to do the side quests, and the game will treat the player fairly to do that as well. As for me, i did not feel bored at all by doing the side quests, and the game environment played a major part in that.

    There are some cons off course, but that would be knit-picking in the grand scheme of things, BUT sometimes the combat camera may infuriate the players a bit (it did to me), as the combat is largely based on time windows.

    I wanted to give the game rating a 8.5, but it will be unfair if i rate it only 8, But as my own experience i think it will not be unfair to rate it 9 as this game got me stuck to it for all those hours. and after finishing the story will dive back into it again to complete some of the remaining side quests and hidden areas of the third act.    … Expand
  46. antzware
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    This game is amazingly fun, and incredibly gorgeous. The fighting is so fun that I always complete all the side quests from a zone before moving to the next and this is something I rarely do in games. I regret not buying the collector's edition when I had the chance because I always thought the combat will be Dark Souls style, slow paced and tactical, but no. The combat is very fun, thereThis game is amazingly fun, and incredibly gorgeous. The fighting is so fun that I always complete all the side quests from a zone before moving to the next and this is something I rarely do in games. I regret not buying the collector's edition when I had the chance because I always thought the combat will be Dark Souls style, slow paced and tactical, but no. The combat is very fun, there are some boss fights that provided a good challenge as they required way more patience than your average mongol.

    The graphics and visuals in this game are maybe unmatched by anything. You always feel like you want to take pictures, it is simply stunning. If you are a sucker for particle effect like me, especially leaves blown by the wind you will have a lot of this while running through leaves or flower petals covered forests floors. There are several duels that take place in some amazing and diverse duel rings next to beautiful bodies of water of full of fireflies.

    There is also an incredible attention to details in some way you might easily miss but the cool kind of attention to detail, not the boring kind from Red Dead Redemption 2. The developers seem to have put quite a lot of thought it this game like you put in raising your beloved child. There are several videos on youtube showing this.

    I am still playing it but it will be probably my second game that I will try to get a platinum trophy for because like Zelda it makes you want to explore every corner of the world finding all its secrets and amazing hidden places.

    The game is not perfect, I would have preferred a little bit of easier world traversal, like being able to jump of cliffs with less damage or more climbing parts although fast travel is very fast and makes it easier to go from place to place. Also side quests diversity could have been bigger but the fun combat makes up for it.    … Expand
  47. bxgdvn
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This is a fresh and deep breath inside this clustered with wokeness and preaching gaming industry. It’s a must if you love Japanese history and aesthetics, but even if you’re a casual players — it is a bang for your buck.
  48. MkRey
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Ótimos jogo, bons gráficos para um vasto mundo aberto, apresentando bastante partículas. Ótima gameplay
  49. Noir9090
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Absolutely stunning game! From the looks of it it's going to be tough battle for Game of The Year between this and Cyberpunk(assuming it doesn't get delayed and fill the promises). Anyhow on to the game.
    Ghost of Tsushima is pretty much mix of Dark Souls and Assassins Creed style games. Open world with good amount of side quests available. Battles despite well done I will say didn't    Absolutely stunning game! From the looks of it it's going to be tough battle for Game of The Year between this and Cyberpunk(assuming it doesn't get delayed and fill the promises). Anyhow on to the game.
    Ghost of Tsushima is pretty much mix of Dark Souls and Assassins Creed style games. Open world with good amount of side quests available. Battles despite well done I will say didn't really bring me feel so much feel of Samurai but more of Ninja but maybe that's just me(game offers more stealth approach too for actual ninja style). Regardless it was a lot of fun kicking some Mongol butt. Aesthetics are beautiful in the game. One little nitpick I do have is the fantasy armor. If you go for historical landscape I feel like you should go all the way and not bring fantasy/future era equipment to the game. Still all in all I would give this game easy 9,5/10 but since system only goes for full scores it has to be full 10/10. As game I can't really find any real flaws that truly hurt my experience from it, just small nitpicks. Easily among best games in recent years.    … Expand
  50. FGS
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Brilliant map design, satisfying combat that is genuinely challenging at times and requires full attention. 10/10
  51. madFlasher
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing atmosphere, not historical correctly but so beautiful! Quite a good combat system in between of Assassin's Creed and Sekiro
  52. vendeta
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    One of the best atmospheric games for today! The story, plot, graphics, gameplay, action, everything is done with a soul and at a very high level.
  53. minihutchi
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    This game is absolutely incredible, happily a 9.5/10, the landscapes are absolutely stunning even on a base PS4 where I was playing, the characters are extremely well written and wrapped up in a story which not only rings true with the spirit of the samurai but tells an epic tale along the way of family, duty and loyalty to ones self and country. my only gripe with the game was theThis game is absolutely incredible, happily a 9.5/10, the landscapes are absolutely stunning even on a base PS4 where I was playing, the characters are extremely well written and wrapped up in a story which not only rings true with the spirit of the samurai but tells an epic tale along the way of family, duty and loyalty to ones self and country. my only gripe with the game was the ladders which I would often spend about 5-10 seconds walking around before climbing up, this broke immersion a few times and could definitely be improved but the way I see it, when you come out of a game this grand in scale and the biggest complaint you can have is the ladders, who can really complain, definitely a must play for any PlayStation owner and if you’re an avid samurai fan or Japanese martial artist like myself, it’s honestly worth picking up a system for (even if you might be better waiting and playing it on a ps5 to get the best bang for your buck) Amazing job Suckerpunch!… Expand
  54. broyds
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    This game has totally taken me by surprise! When Ghost of Tsushima was first announced I genuinely didn't care for it. I have never really been interested in Japanese history and have always avoided films based on this topic as I feel there not really my cup of tea. I watched the state of play about this game and thought the gameplay looked boring and uninspiring. Then the gameThis game has totally taken me by surprise! When Ghost of Tsushima was first announced I genuinely didn't care for it. I have never really been interested in Japanese history and have always avoided films based on this topic as I feel there not really my cup of tea. I watched the state of play about this game and thought the gameplay looked boring and uninspiring. Then the game released and got quite good reviews so I checked out a walkthrough of the opening of the game and was surprised by how good it looked, so I took the plunge and brought the game. I am so glad that I did, it is very enjoyable.

    You play as Jin Sakai the last remaining Samurai after the Mongolians slaughter everybody on the beach at the opening of the game. You are tasked with trying to rescue your uncle who has been captured by the Mongolian leader Khutan Khan. I wont talk about any of the story after this point as I don't want to spoil it, but I can assure you it is gripping throughout.

    The combat is very solid and a joy to play. It never gets boring parrying enemy attacks and changing between each different combat stance. You unlock a new combat stance after defeating a certain amount of enemy leaders. You can defeat enemies using any stance you prefer, but certain stances are easier for enemies that are wielding a certain weapon, there is a stance for swords, shields, javelin or spears and brutes. It is great to easily switch between while in the middle of a fight.

    The amount of exploration really adds to the game as well. There are plenty of different collectables to find and they are made easier to find thanks to animals you can follow that will lead you to them or if you where the travellers cloak your controller will vibrate when you are close to a specific type of collectable.

    The only negatives I can think of are that the stealth is incredibly basic if not the least impressive stealth I have seen from a game in years. Whenever you enter a camp unseen enemies always conveniently have there back turned to you and others are always finding some sort of fascination out of staring at a wall. The stealth does get difficult at times as sometimes it is just a case of working out which guard to take out without alerting any others. Thankfully the combat is so good that it more than makes up for the sub par stealth mechanics. Other slight negatives include getting stuck occasionally when fighting standing on a rock and not being able to roll away to avoid your enemy.

    The last thing I want to mention is that new mechanics are always being introduced to the game to keep things interesting, so just when you think you have seen all the game has to offer something new comes along to add to the variety.

    A must play! P.S Make sure you do the bamboo strikes they are incredibly fun.    … Expand
  55. matrixasiseefit
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I have no idea while the so callled "game critics" are giving this game anything less than a 9. This is not only is Ghost of Tsushima most beautiful gamenI have ever played , but it's my Game of the Year for 2020 and it's not even close.
  56. vashkor
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Sucker Punch did such an excellent job at bringing the japanese minimalistic zen atmosphere, which then is contrasted by badass katana bloodbaths. It is arguable if it has the best graphics but it's definitely one of the best aesthetic and stylistic package. It took the often intimidating open world rpg genre and vastly improved on it, making it simple and fun, yet deep snd justified.
  57. sickshadow
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Esse jogo tem um dos melhores sistemas de combate que ja fizeram, história muito boa com várias referências e conteúdos da história do Japão. Os gráficos são impressionantes com muita cor e brilho. Infelizmente a inteligência artificial dos NPCs ficou a baixo do nível dessa geração e a câmera precisava ser melhor trabalhada
  58. maahikhan15
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Amazing graphics , sorry, gameplay, sound , characters, voice acting poggers
  59. EucaliptoBAO
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Incredible game. Exploring Tsushima is such a great experience, the game has a lot of great side quests to do and the combat is amazing.
  60. RabbCT
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    30 hours in and it's easily the best open world game I"ve ever played. Big enough world to get lost in for hours, but not big enough that it's bare and only has repetitive, grindy locations littering the entire map (Assassin's Creed....) The game has great, smooth gameplay and a very easy to learn combat system that's fun through the entire playthrough. As you progress you learn more and30 hours in and it's easily the best open world game I"ve ever played. Big enough world to get lost in for hours, but not big enough that it's bare and only has repetitive, grindy locations littering the entire map (Assassin's Creed....) The game has great, smooth gameplay and a very easy to learn combat system that's fun through the entire playthrough. As you progress you learn more and more skills and techniques that add more options to how you play, and while sounding very simple, it keeps it paced well enough that you're constantly earning rewards, as opposed to buying boosters for quicker progression... This game is very easily one of the best games to launch this generation, and worth every penny of my $65 I spent on it.… Expand
  61. Youngmetro
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    What can I even say about this game that hasn’t been said. It’s not a perfect game no game is but to me it achieves what it sets out to do so well I can look past its few short comings. I found the conflict with in Jin and compelling tale with like able and hateable characters through out the best plot. The open world is beautiful and exploration is beautiful I feel like I get a tangleableWhat can I even say about this game that hasn’t been said. It’s not a perfect game no game is but to me it achieves what it sets out to do so well I can look past its few short comings. I found the conflict with in Jin and compelling tale with like able and hateable characters through out the best plot. The open world is beautiful and exploration is beautiful I feel like I get a tangleable reward for everything I do in the game instead of “oh here’s some exp”. Combat is maybe second to known in terms of swords play. A master piece of a game… Expand
  62. DeathDrager
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, enjoyed it every second of it.
    almost getting the platinbum trophy also!
  63. yourherojames
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    An action-packed game that blends every modern day open-world element together so well and will leave you craving any future sequel.
  64. Alphasgt14
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    What a way to end the PS4 console generation!! Tbh, when I saw the 83% for the critics review portion I didn't really think that this game was going to be as mind blowing as it was. WOW was I wrong!! This will probably win GOTY imo- Let's wait until Cyberpunk tho
  65. NerdyThursday
    Jul 30, 2020
    9
    It’s weird for my first review to be about an open world game, as I absolutely despise them....usually. Ghost seems to smooth over all of the things I dislike about those games. The side missions seem to matter first off. I never feel like I’m doing something meaningless or wasting my time. Resource collecting is sooooooo smoothly integrated that you never have to stop moving to collect.It’s weird for my first review to be about an open world game, as I absolutely despise them....usually. Ghost seems to smooth over all of the things I dislike about those games. The side missions seem to matter first off. I never feel like I’m doing something meaningless or wasting my time. Resource collecting is sooooooo smoothly integrated that you never have to stop moving to collect. The combat is fluid, intuitive and ever evolving.

    This game is gorgeous. I have taken and uploaded multiple screenshots per play session just because my jaw had dropped. If I upload from my Pro to Twitter, you can load the image in 4K, and that is a sweet touch!

    The story and more hooked me from the start. I highly recommend this game.    … Expand
  66. 245218899
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    Not a perfect game but the good definitely outweigh the bad. It takes a while for the combat to really click but eventually everything falls into place. Saying this game is beautiful is an understatement as it's not only the best looking ps4 game it's also the best optimized game for the console. If not for the repetitive activities and the uninspired side quests this game would haveNot a perfect game but the good definitely outweigh the bad. It takes a while for the combat to really click but eventually everything falls into place. Saying this game is beautiful is an understatement as it's not only the best looking ps4 game it's also the best optimized game for the console. If not for the repetitive activities and the uninspired side quests this game would have topped FFVIIR as my game of the year. Thankfully aside from that the game is definitely worth getting as its excellent storytelling, overall presentation and god tier openworld make for a very memorable experience.… Expand
  67. soozarr
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Most enjoyable and immersive game ever. Really like the environment and story of Jin. Already looking forward to more of how his story will expand if there is a sequel. A "lone" warrior hunted by the Shogun trying to defend his home is really compelling.
  68. S0LiD
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    One of the best games of the year, must play. Top battle control, wonderful locations, great characters, very well designed.
  69. glauciobg
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Its really outrageous what part of the gaming press is trying to do, to shape the gaming industry according with its own interests and concepts about what games should be. Ghost of Tsushima is suffering with biased reviews, made by writers who are in an open conflict with AAA developers and studios and who are pushing to smaller and linear games, boycotting open-world games.
    Not every    Its really outrageous what part of the gaming press is trying to do, to shape the gaming industry according with its own interests and concepts about what games should be. Ghost of Tsushima is suffering with biased reviews, made by writers who are in an open conflict with AAA developers and studios and who are pushing to smaller and linear games, boycotting open-world games.
    Not every game needs to be 100% original and innovative and many times all that need to be done is good execution of well-known and accepted ideas, that are demandes by the market. By players that do like AAA open-world games, the way they are. That its the proposal of Ghost of Tsushima: to be an excellent AAA open-world game, with the elements and concepts that, yes, you already found in other also good AAA open-world games and that a large part of the gaming market wants to play. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. And players should not be judged or pushed to like or dislike a product for entertainment based on an agenda.    … Expand
  70. lowkee33
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    I am not good at writing long detailed reviews, but I felt that Ghost of Tsushima was so good that I would at least give my opinion. If you played a Sucker Punch game then you’ll feel right at home here. The open world is vast and just so beautiful. These devs should be commended. The passion and love that went into this game is very apparent. The characters are great, I loved playing asI am not good at writing long detailed reviews, but I felt that Ghost of Tsushima was so good that I would at least give my opinion. If you played a Sucker Punch game then you’ll feel right at home here. The open world is vast and just so beautiful. These devs should be commended. The passion and love that went into this game is very apparent. The characters are great, I loved playing as Jin. He has an interesting story that revolves around the main plot. I also want to commend them for making the secondary missions feel as important as the main missions. There is a lot to do in this game if you don’t like doing all the extra stuff you can get away with doing the main story and maybe just a small amount of the other missions but in my opinion you would be missing a great part of the game if you skipped out on side quests. And also for completionist there is collectibles and those are actually pretty fun to hunt down as well. Long story short the game is beautiful with a magnificent story, I really enjoyed my time with this game and hope for DLC or a sequel more than anything right now. Something else I want to add that blew me away is that the loading times on this game are amazing and I played the digital copy on a PlayStation 4 pro on a regular hard drive and load times were never more than maybe 10 or 15 seconds long. So if you have love for open world game samurai awesome action come back and then definitely do yourself a favor and check this game out.… Expand
  71. Senkaiden
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    If i was asked to review this game using only one word, that word would be..AWESOME!!
  72. Lifeaslord
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Great game one of the most beautiful games ever just incredible love the main character and the story
  73. subarusauruswrx
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This game is totally inaccurate, because the mongolians don't use the sweet and sour pork trojan horse trap. 0/10
  74. leomauch
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    Everything that I have to say is: Well done, Sucker Punch, well done.
  75. BreakingBadBR
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Jogo fenomenal, ambientação maravilhosa..Esse game não é perfeito tecnicamente porém é ótimo de se jogar. Ele é o meu GOTY de 2020
  76. tacsman
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    The most amazing experience I've had with a video game since Spiderman. I can kill mongols all day. Hell, even collecting cosmetic items is fun and addicting.
  77. benneyspears
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    amazing 10/10 game. best game i've ever played. amazing visuals, gameplay and story
  78. DevilHelghan
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Sensational game congratulations to the whole team of the sucker punch for the feat, the setting and the immersion in a Samurai world this epic.
  79. ArashGamer
    Dec 1, 2020
    9
    The best samurai game in a long time and a great fun for all, who love action. Love for Japan and its history is a big plus, but its knowledge is not necessary to enjoy every minute of this beautiful game.
  80. kitamo
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game, world design very well reflects the atmosphere of feudal Japan. The music gives an extraordinary effect - the whole thing looks like Kurosawa's Seven Samurai. Some people compare this game to Assassin's Creed - it's something else.
    The story may not be of the highest caliber, but a well-balanced one allows you to feel the atmosphere of the samurai world.
  81. reviewmassa1920
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing game superb story gorgeous visuals rewarding combat. Game has it all, light-years ahead of all other current games . Do yourself a favor and puck this one up.
  82. robtion
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    A fantastic game. In particular, if you are a fan of the Tenchu games you should not miss this. It has exceeded my expectations in terms of gameplay and world building. The atmosphere is unmatched with great use of particles, lighting, and art design. The freedom to approach situations using stealth or swordplay or a combination of both is satisfying. Lots of upgrades, gadgets, and varietyA fantastic game. In particular, if you are a fan of the Tenchu games you should not miss this. It has exceeded my expectations in terms of gameplay and world building. The atmosphere is unmatched with great use of particles, lighting, and art design. The freedom to approach situations using stealth or swordplay or a combination of both is satisfying. Lots of upgrades, gadgets, and variety keep things fresh. Easily my favourite game of 2020 thus far and one of the best games on PS4.… Expand
  83. PhantomZhu
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    What an amazing game, took me two weeks to reach the credit, having prioritized side content before main quest. The game has so many moving parts working in tandem, making it even better than the sum of its parts. Usually when I say "better then the sum of its parts", I'm usually using the phrase to justify a good excellent score to a mostly decent game. however the individual parts inWhat an amazing game, took me two weeks to reach the credit, having prioritized side content before main quest. The game has so many moving parts working in tandem, making it even better than the sum of its parts. Usually when I say "better then the sum of its parts", I'm usually using the phrase to justify a good excellent score to a mostly decent game. however the individual parts in this game not only work in tandem, but are all of high calibur in presentation, production, execution and consistency. amazing graphics, great combat, stellar sound and music design, fantastic usage of side content to flesh out the world, all culminating to a cohesive and amazing experience through and through. instant classic in my eyes, go and support Sucker Punch! mostly underrated studio, that have with this game cemented their mark on gaming history!… Expand
  84. Samfletcha
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    To put it short-- I haven't actually enjoyed an open-world game like this in a long time. With minimal UI, the game allows you to take in all the beauty Sucker Punch put into this game. The Japanese voice acting is incredible and deserves high praise. The game progresses you at just the right pace and gives a variety of styles to play.
  85. Carvalho
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Outro ótimo jogo exclusivo, gameplay ótima, gráficos lindos, não tive praticamente nenhum bug, junto com the last of us, esse é um dos melhores jogos do ano, até agora
  86. badbado
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I loved the game! Was expecting a good game but not this good ! Love it! The game made me want to visit all the places I can.
  87. osguell
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Wow, just wow you have to play this game, it looks amazing, it plays amazing and it has a great story to it
  88. hagergregory7
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    What an amazing game! Great story, gameplay and graphics. Best ps4 game since spiderman. Buy it and you wont regret it.
  89. El112119
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I Really Love this game, the combat is satisfying that it reminded me of Witcher a bit, and the Graphics oh gaddem the graphics, there are some low textures up close but over all the Visuals are stunning and the use of color on this game, i got addicted with the photomode to make one as my wallpaper on my PC, the story is decent , the character are good especially the side quests missionI Really Love this game, the combat is satisfying that it reminded me of Witcher a bit, and the Graphics oh gaddem the graphics, there are some low textures up close but over all the Visuals are stunning and the use of color on this game, i got addicted with the photomode to make one as my wallpaper on my PC, the story is decent , the character are good especially the side quests mission story, There are glitches here and there but it didn't ruined the experienced for me, i have a blast playing this game, i loved Sekiro cause of the Japanese Setting, and this is game is for me, i just love Japanese Culture in General, and the Best part is, The Load time are quick to load, and i love how unique the Wind Mechanic as your guide that points on your Objectives

    Sucker Punch Really Outdone themselves on this one, Thank You.    … Expand
  90. ReniferZiolo
    Dec 19, 2020
    8
    I was really hyped for this game and then came the disappointment.
    First of all the downgraded graphics, namely: cut down volumetric, speculars and textures, some objects are extremely low poly. I could overlook it cos the trailers were too good to be 100% true. Most of the side missions and even some of the main ones have very simplistic animations. Feels like an old RPG game with basic    I was really hyped for this game and then came the disappointment.
    First of all the downgraded graphics, namely: cut down volumetric, speculars and textures, some objects are extremely low poly. I could overlook it cos the trailers were too good to be 100% true. Most of the side missions and even some of the main ones have very simplistic animations. Feels like an old RPG game with basic lip movement. I can understand such things in side emissions but not in the main arc! Secondly, the locations are very repetitive, you can see the assets being reused all over again I wish they were more creative with the locations, the world which happens to be beautiful in some areas after a while feels repetitive and boring. Following Inaris and birds to secret locations were fun at first but then became tedious. Why create a huge empty world? I am hallway through the story and the cliches are overwhelming, it has it moments but don't expect witcher quality script writing here. What deserves praise are the costumes and the soundtrack. Of course the costumes of the main characters cos the NPC are generic as hell. As goes for the gameplay, solid stealth mechanics but can become clunky at times , fighting is sweet playing either as samurai or ghost feels very rewarding. also if you are a fan of Japanese aesthetics than it is the best Japanese styled game hands down-just not as good as expected. I was hoping for a game that would score at least 9 out of 10 (in my own world of course)    … Expand
  91. kubr1ck36
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Just unlocked the platinum trophy.

    Although i think the game is deserving of a 10 out of 10 mark, the game is certainly not perfect. During my playthrough i encountered a couple of buggy/glitchy moments. Minor stuff concerning AI and textures popping through walls. What motivates me to give this game a 10 is the enjoyment that Sucker Punch has managed to deliver. From the very first    Just unlocked the platinum trophy.

    Although i think the game is deserving of a 10 out of 10 mark, the game is certainly not perfect. During my playthrough i encountered a couple of buggy/glitchy moments. Minor stuff concerning AI and textures popping through walls.

    What motivates me to give this game a 10 is the enjoyment that Sucker Punch has managed to deliver. From the very first minute to the moment i unlocked the final trophy, all i wanted to do was play this game. There are few games that really manage to grab me by the balls like this game has.

    If your game is as much fun to play as this one is than in my book that's as perpect as it gets.    … Expand
  92. Radm2000
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Epic game. SP worked hard for this. thanks for this amazing journey. This is how you make a game
  93. Uniqe
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    What a beautiful ending for the PS4 era and sucker punch just mailed it! This game have stunning graphic beautiful music, the world feels so immersive that even side quest are a joy to do. This game bring honour to the Japanese culture and history. The only complaint I have that I wished camera was reactu5n better during frights. 10/10
  94. Oddkeep
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    What a video game should be....fun. The story is wonderful and the side quests are engaging. The island is alive and the combat is a blast. One of the most beautiful games I have ever played...and I mainly play games on PC. This game absorbs the player into the world of the samurai. Professional critics will fault it for being "another open world game" but this is my game of the year soWhat a video game should be....fun. The story is wonderful and the side quests are engaging. The island is alive and the combat is a blast. One of the most beautiful games I have ever played...and I mainly play games on PC. This game absorbs the player into the world of the samurai. Professional critics will fault it for being "another open world game" but this is my game of the year so far. Everyone is so busy trying to change the world with their video games...Sucker Punch is just out here making games that are a joy to play. Well, spent money. This game took me to another world.… Expand
  95. forcore
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    Beautiful scenery, refreshing fighting, film-like performances, and moderate difficulty constitute an excellent game
  96. Shagarot
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    I love this game.I didin't even knew I need it in my life and now I can't wait to see another Succer Punch production. While GoT is not perfect, it's still a great game. Perfect PS4 excluvise to bid farewell to current generation of consols.
  97. gilbertofp16
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    It is a 10. The story is slow but the characters little by little they start to show their colors, there is a good narrative, some side quests are sad and other even funny, but maintain you interested and give more background to the island. The graphics are the limit of the generation, pushing all limits of the PS4 pro. And the gameplay could be better but it is fun to play and easy to conquer.
  98. klokwok
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    The best in the genre. Size of the world is just about right, not too bloated and copypaste-ish like last assassins' ones. Variety of biomes, aesthetic, combat. Everything is almost perfect. Except stealth, stealth is meh.
  99. slavigrad
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    I love the combat, style, music, atmosphere, side activities, tales, duels, characters etc.
    I have fun doing stealth, samurai combat and duels. There is problem with camera (sometimes I lose combat because of it) but it doesn’t ruin the fun. Most of the times it works.
    All the small details in this game are well crafted. I care mostly about the small details. It’s great fun!
  100. maxgreat73
    Nov 13, 2020
    9
    Ghost of tsushima is a really good game. The set up is nice, the Art is awesome. The story is nice as well. The main quest is well written, but the side quest of every characters are way better.
    But it has some flaws. The open world is a little bit empty, because the game is a little bit too long. It is fun to find the first 10 foxes, but after 20, it's boring. Same thing with the hats.    Ghost of tsushima is a really good game. The set up is nice, the Art is awesome. The story is nice as well. The main quest is well written, but the side quest of every characters are way better.
    But it has some flaws. The open world is a little bit empty, because the game is a little bit too long. It is fun to find the first 10 foxes, but after 20, it's boring. Same thing with the hats. I also think the progress going from samurai to the ghost, is not emphasized enough. Killing everybody in the shadow or following the samurai code do not change anything in the game, not even some dialogues.
    The game is still good, but to be perfect it should have stay true to its idea, and not becoming a classic open world game that look a lot like a good assassin's creed.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#19 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#2 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020
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#5 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2020

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 122 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 107 out of 122
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 122
  3. Negative: 0 out of 122
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Oct 7, 2020
    100
    The best samurai game in a long time and a great fun for all, who love action. Love for Japan and its history is a big plus, but its knowledge is not necessary to enjoy every minute of this beautiful game. [Issue#305]
  2. PSX Extreme
    Oct 5, 2020
    85
    Ghost of Tsushima is a flawed, but fun, game. While the gameplay itself was solid, and the story was decent, I definitely expected a lot more from Sony’s final PlayStation 4 exclusive. It had enough to keep me hooked, but lacked the polish we’ve all grown to love from a Sony first party game.
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  3. Siliconera
    Sep 15, 2020
    70
    Ultimately, it feels like the game could have benefited from a smaller scope or a more linear structure. Focus on the duels could have created a more engrossing product, especially if it honed in on the narrative for a more concise and cinematic experience. But as it stands, Ghost of Tsushima is another AAA open world title and doesn’t seek to define itself as anything other than that.
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