Ghost of Tsushima

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

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  1. tabark
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    It's like Witcher 3 in Japan. This game is so easy and so hard in the same time. Love this game
  2. YarikShadow
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best Sucker Punch work. Really nice game, which brings beautiful world, kendo’s fighting system, some interesting questions and very strong atmosphere of middle aged Japan.
  3. HenryReds
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Great game. It's feel like an open world old style, but i love art direction and combat system!
  4. aswinraj
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    No other game has got me into exploration as this one did. I decided to do a few side missions before going on with the main story, and several hours later, I’m still exploring undiscovered locations and doing side missions.
  5. Ayoxi
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Un jeu graphiquement jolie présentant des belles couleurs, des musiques qui donne une ambiance de zenitude tout en présentant l'art et la poésie de la culture Japonaise. Ghost of Tsushima présente un concept proche d'un Assassin's Creed, un monde ouvert diversifiant avec des techniques de combats diversifiés (mode bourrin ou discrétion) à vous de voir votre façon d'insérer les campsUn jeu graphiquement jolie présentant des belles couleurs, des musiques qui donne une ambiance de zenitude tout en présentant l'art et la poésie de la culture Japonaise. Ghost of Tsushima présente un concept proche d'un Assassin's Creed, un monde ouvert diversifiant avec des techniques de combats diversifiés (mode bourrin ou discrétion) à vous de voir votre façon d'insérer les camps ennemis. Ce jeu est pour ma part un bon jeu … Expand
  6. Moxumed
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    A beautiful game with a beautiful world to explore.
    The Story ist very intense.
  7. Downgadern
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    The best game of the Year. Story, Music, Graphics and Gameplay is nearly perfect. Such a beautiful open world
  8. Resedbutton
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing game! Beautiful graphics. Gameplay is sublime. Finally a good game with a great story. The combat is so intuitive and precise. For any fan of Samurai games or movies this A no brainer. I remember hoping for another Onimusha or a Red Dead but feudal Japan. Well hope no more! The game is just incredibly well done and the open word is filled with so much to do and beautiful vistas.Amazing game! Beautiful graphics. Gameplay is sublime. Finally a good game with a great story. The combat is so intuitive and precise. For any fan of Samurai games or movies this A no brainer. I remember hoping for another Onimusha or a Red Dead but feudal Japan. Well hope no more! The game is just incredibly well done and the open word is filled with so much to do and beautiful vistas. Great job Sucker Punch!!… Expand
  9. agostini
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    So much fun. Amazing graphic. Didn't encounter bugs. Gameplay is great. Story is good. Worth the money.
  10. Ghost115
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Absolutely in love with this game, story is engaging and very interesting, plenty of quests and places to discover, every inch of this game is like a painting and the combat has depth and meaning as it evolves.
    Overall its everything you could want in a a video game
  11. rorschach_
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing. Delivering amazing combat along with many techniques available to improve your combat, stealth and archery skills. The story is well written, along with amazing side characters and stories. The environment of Ghost Of Tsushima is beautiful. Possibly the most beautiful game I’ve played to date. Jin is a great protagonist. One of the things that I love about him is thatThis game is amazing. Delivering amazing combat along with many techniques available to improve your combat, stealth and archery skills. The story is well written, along with amazing side characters and stories. The environment of Ghost Of Tsushima is beautiful. Possibly the most beautiful game I’ve played to date. Jin is a great protagonist. One of the things that I love about him is that he sort of acts like Kratos and Samurai Jack, who don’t seem to talk as much but when they do it sounds plain, and that is because Jin was trained to control his emotions and keep them aside at times since he was young, making him an interesting protagonist. He also does not stop fighting until the poor and weak are safe, which shows the hero in him and love it.… Expand
  12. xElmo
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This is a great game. The visuals are stunning, probably the best I have ever seen on PS4. Sucker Punch has done a great job of portraying the Japanese culture and landscape, probably the best i've ever seen.

    The Combat ist surprisingly challenging and deep if you are playing on hard difficulty. I had feared that the combat would be a dumbed down button mashing experience like in    This is a great game. The visuals are stunning, probably the best I have ever seen on PS4. Sucker Punch has done a great job of portraying the Japanese culture and landscape, probably the best i've ever seen.

    The Combat ist surprisingly challenging and deep if you are playing on hard difficulty. I had feared that the combat would be a dumbed down button mashing experience like in Assassins Creed but it surprised me how engaging and diverse it is. If you played Sekiro before then it is fair to say that Tsushima does not need to hide. On top of that it is refreshing that the Open World is not a boring, superficial and repetitive Ubisoft formula type but rather filled with interesting and memorable side-quests on par with the Witcher 3.    … Expand
  13. Degeneratorr
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I am 40 hours in right now, it's my favourite Playstation 4 exclusive so far
  14. Marcos_Roberto
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Jogo excelente com experiência única, me fez entrar de cabeça no mundo samurai com meus gráficos incríveis e missões no mapa que fazem o jogador não focar somente na principal. Comecei diretamente no difícil e a dificuldade corresponde, diferente da maioria dos jogos nos dias de hoje.
  15. bigdicker
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    best game ever, I buyed it yesterday, but I can submit positive sides, which are: graphics, a lot of interesting situation and fighting system
  16. imKoi
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Okay, Im finally see a great game, not business and not sjw ****
    If you like Japanese setting - thats a game for you.
    To be short:
    - great graphic
    - great gameplay
    - epic story
    - no microtransactions
    - you see love that developrs give us with their product :)
  17. Ghh1982
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Thr gameplay is amazing
    The story is good
    The Graphics is legendary
    The characters are great
  18. SoulBrother67
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    From the opening section when you ride out into a field of white flowers and you see the sucker punch logo I was just in love this is the game its beautiful and the combat is really fun with a lot of depth especially as you unlock more abilities. If you love well done open-world games with good story great voice actors fun combat this is the best money you'll spend this year.
  19. SEKIROK
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    东方的艺术风格，日本的特色文化和武士都展示了出来。游戏各方面都算不上顶尖，但是玩着很舒服。美。
  20. TimlioPS
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    The game was absolutely unreal! Theres not one bad thing about it. I could not put it down and that hasnt happened to in a long time! Easy 10 for me. Now to go for platinum!!!
  21. Mohammed099
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Urjsineeubdbejsbssjbsisbejsbsishsisbsineidsnisbsizjsjsibsjshsbsbsisbsjshshsuwbwjwbsiwbs… Expand
  22. MsytiqNani
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is totally breathtaking, from its scenic beauties to the awesome portrayal of Japan and its culture, the smooth combat system (though i would like to point out the camera was a bit of trouble at first, but you will get used to it) and its emotional and engaging story . Sucker punch really stepped up their game. I have enjoyed every ounce of it. Also i don't understand the criticsThis game is totally breathtaking, from its scenic beauties to the awesome portrayal of Japan and its culture, the smooth combat system (though i would like to point out the camera was a bit of trouble at first, but you will get used to it) and its emotional and engaging story . Sucker punch really stepped up their game. I have enjoyed every ounce of it. Also i don't understand the critics giving this low scores ( GameSpot this one is at you), yes i know the game has bugs but don't they all !! and it does not hamper the game experience to the point where it need to be critical thrashed just on its release. Also, every other critic review i watch points out the generic repetitive mission which is a far stretched accusation specially for this game, but even then no game can have all their mission unique, heck even red dead 2 has repetitive mission in fact every game which is an open world has repetitive mission. All in all this is a great game which every Ps4 owner should experience. Don't let the critic review's influence you otherwise.… Expand
  23. makibao
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 今年最佳遊戲大賞就是他了 ，那個頑皮什麼狗的，不要再作常弊了，基本上我是不會在網站上評分的，但這次我忍不住來評分了，麻煩大家玩之後再評分，滿滿的日本武士風跟精彩的打鬥場面，有點誇張，但又不會太誇張的主角傳奇，我已經化身惡鬼了，我已經變成境井仁了，我也開始覺得我這樣見蒙古人就砍，真的變戰鬼了，反觀什麼東西2的，還好沒買。（忘了說，二周目打算用黑澤明模式通關）… Expand
  24. Ronin928
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its one of the best games I played this year, can't wait for any DLC or new game plus mode to come to the game thanks sucker punch for giving us a game for the gamers..… Expand
  25. yukimura
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Ghost of Tsushima is a freaking awesome samurai game!! Gamers definitely deserve a best game like GOT but not like tlou2 which was false advertising and misleading...What did u see in the trailer is what will u play in the game! Sucker Punch really did a very good job! The graphic is just simply gorgeous and i considered it as the best in the generation. Gameplay is very solid and great,Ghost of Tsushima is a freaking awesome samurai game!! Gamers definitely deserve a best game like GOT but not like tlou2 which was false advertising and misleading...What did u see in the trailer is what will u play in the game! Sucker Punch really did a very good job! The graphic is just simply gorgeous and i considered it as the best in the generation. Gameplay is very solid and great, each strikes from the katana is very realistic and powerful. U have to experience the game urself.… Expand
  26. Musashiokami
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    The details in the game is great. Feels a bit like far cry series but in japan. Story is good. Gameplay wise feels like tenchu and assassin's creed put together.
  27. DaddyJuice
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    I have been a gamer for more then almost 25 years now, been plenty of games that i loved. Never before did i submit a review on metacritic but i just feel like i have to speak on this amazing game. That alone should say something.
    Sucker punch hit a home run with this one, absolutely stunning game, beautiful visuals, the artistic vision for this game is spot on. If you love the samurai    I have been a gamer for more then almost 25 years now, been plenty of games that i loved. Never before did i submit a review on metacritic but i just feel like i have to speak on this amazing game. That alone should say something.
    Sucker punch hit a home run with this one, absolutely stunning game, beautiful visuals, the artistic vision for this game is spot on. If you love the samurai ninja theme then this game is like a wet dream. I remember being a little kid playing tenchu stealth assasins on my ps1, climbing rooftops sneaking around executing my enemies. Nothing after the tenchu series ignited that sprak for me. Now 3 generations of hardware later and they finally bring us a worthy samurai game and i couldn't be happier. I had zero expectations and went in fresh, but within hours i could already tell this was gonna be my favorite ps4 game so far. This game will take you on a journey through old feudal Japan fighting back at the mongol invaders as ons of the last of your clan. The Island is full of mystique and hidden areas. Hot springs, waterfalls, bamboo forests, hidden caves and settlements its all here, the artistic style with oversaturated colours are really really impressive. The combat is so well done, u need to be quick on your feet and adapt the correct stance for each enemy you face, its a thrill to be dodging weaving and parrying incoming attacks. Im playing on hard and its just so fun and punishing at the same time. The amount of content is amazing. So many skills te evolve and upgrade. Different skill trees for techniques, stances, special moves, ninja weapons like a blow dart with different poisons, short and long bow with a range of different arrows.

    Take my word for it this is a masterpiece and you will enjoy every minute you spend in this game. Sucker punch really put a lot of effort and love into this game and it shows. As of now my favorite ps4 game. Buy this game to support sucker punch because we need more games like this!! Im out    … Expand
  28. Martins_Luis
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Ghost of Tsushima is one of the games that surprised me most in this generation. An impeccable story, excellent gameplay, stunning graphics showing perhaps the most beautiful game I have ever played and seen. The artistic direction of this game is to be congratulated,. Every moment of this adventure is spent in a place as or more beautiful than the previous one. As an open world game, itGhost of Tsushima is one of the games that surprised me most in this generation. An impeccable story, excellent gameplay, stunning graphics showing perhaps the most beautiful game I have ever played and seen. The artistic direction of this game is to be congratulated,. Every moment of this adventure is spent in a place as or more beautiful than the previous one. As an open world game, it has its flaws, but they are far from disturbing the immersive experience in which this environment places us. Great side missions as opposed to many games in recent years, missions that I really enjoy playing, with good stories, rewarding and without much repetition. I definitely recommend this game.… Expand
  29. Pouyakh
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game and i love the atmosphere of it , it feels great and you feel like samurai Brilliant
  30. Othman-ll
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Im in love with the game! Best in 2020 so far. Great game, good story, amazing island, fun combat. Thank u SP
  31. SVP_ParaBellum
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Невероятно красивая игра! С момента релиза играл в нее сутки напролет, а когда надоедало бегать по сторонним квестам и зачищать карту, то сюжетная линия с своим эпиком возвращала мой восторг на ту де планку!
  32. Cheche4693
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    El juego es muy entretenido, me encanto el combate, la exploración, la historia, los personajes y las misiones secundarias y eventos del mundo. Lo que sentí que le faltó fue en las animaciones de parkour y la animación cuando derrumban a Jin con un barrido de lanza, sería mi única queja con el juego.
  33. Mekdrek1
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece and one of the best open games ever. Sucker punch has made a beautiful world full of character and wonder. 10/10 must buy.
  34. Sion_scullion90
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game just doesn't feel like a repetitive grind unlike other games I'm a good 20+ hours in and I cant stop playing. By far one of the best ps4 exclusives to come out and a great way to end an era for the playstation 4 BUY IT!!!!
  35. clementine123
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Ghosts of Tsushima is one of the samurai experiences i've ever seen. The combat is great, the Standoff feature is very awesome,and the fact that the game uses the nature as coordinates to your next location makes the game an trufully immersive experience. So great job Sucker Punch. A wonderful game to close up the PS4 generation
  36. Dasone
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    The game really deserve every seconds from your time it really was great and Full of life
  37. yazan2017aa
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    goty i have never collected all of the collectables in any video game but this game's collectibles are fun and actually useful and I collected everything
  38. TyTy7
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    The gameplay is on point, the storyline is amazing, the visuals are beautiful, everything is just so good about this game and you can't know how good it really is until you play it, Its just such a good game and I highly recommend it to anyone and everyone. There is so much variety in your appearance and variety in where you can explore. 10/10 on everything about this game. NothingThe gameplay is on point, the storyline is amazing, the visuals are beautiful, everything is just so good about this game and you can't know how good it really is until you play it, Its just such a good game and I highly recommend it to anyone and everyone. There is so much variety in your appearance and variety in where you can explore. 10/10 on everything about this game. Nothing negative about it either, you can change your difficulty to whatever you want and the way the game looks, like graphics and stuff and there are abilities that you can get throughout the game to make your experience that much more better. You play as a samurai, who wouldn't want to play as a samurai in a game where you do savage moves on enemies and help people in the process. If you don't want to fight, there is a whole island to explore and you can admire the beautiful scenery that the game has to offer. I made an account with metacritic just so I can put a review on this game, that's how good it is. Potential GOTY nomination.… Expand
  39. JindoDog
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 고스트 오브 쓰시마는 매우 훌륭한 게임입니다.
    세키로와 견줄 수 있을 정도로 검의 타격감도 훌륭하고, 근접 전투가 재밌습니다.
    그리고 로딩 시간이 매우 빠릅니다. 무엇보다 게임에 등장하는 야생 동물들.. 붉은 여우와 황금색 새는 나의 훌륭한 동료가 되어주며, 말은 나의 전우이자 반려마입니다. 이 게임에는 게다가 어떤 쓸데없는 사상이나 개똥철학을 강조하지도 않습니다. 그저 묵묵하게 사무라이가 되어 전쟁을 해쳐나가는 고독한 늑대를 그려나갈 뿐이지요.
    The ghost of Tsushima is a very good game.
    Sekiro: Like the shadow Di Twice, kendo is good and close game is fun.
    And loading time is very fast. Most of all, the wild animals in the game... The red fox and the golden bird are my great friends, and the horse is my comrade and colleague. And this game doesn't focus on useless philosophy like any other uncomfortable game. The ghost of Tsushima silently portrays a lonely wolf who becomes a samurai and harms the war.    … Expand
  40. Farziyooo
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best game i play samurai i love this game a lot
    Thank you sucker punch
    Bomb
  41. kingkamo
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    amazing game with great combat. if you wanna feel like a samurai buy this game or if you just want a good game to play buy this game. you will get lost in the world in the best possible way. island of tsushima feels alive you wont see the same place more then twice ( unless its tide to the main story).
    this is the best swansong game for the ps4 cant wait for ps5
  42. Nikhail
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Tight and intense combat that always feels fresh in every enemy encounter and gives you the true feeling of fighting as a samurai. A variety of tools are also available to complement this combat and to feed into whatever play styles the player chooses. Intriguing story with a small but good cast of characters that tells a fine and bloody tale of the Mongolian invasion of Japan. MainTight and intense combat that always feels fresh in every enemy encounter and gives you the true feeling of fighting as a samurai. A variety of tools are also available to complement this combat and to feed into whatever play styles the player chooses. Intriguing story with a small but good cast of characters that tells a fine and bloody tale of the Mongolian invasion of Japan. Main protagonist is well developed throughout the story whilst the antagonist was felt unique and original. Character progression is also very good with a lot of ways to build up Jin as a samurai and as the ghost. Atmosphere and environments of the game is the best I’ve seen in any game world and is one of the highlights of this game together with the fantastic combat. Music and sounds also complements the environments perfectly and there’s a lot to look for here with traditional Japanese music to Mongolian throat signing in some combat encounters an. English voice acting is pretty good however have not tried Japanese voices as of yet but going from the trailers the syncing with voice and mouth motion but it could be fixed. There is also a plethora of side activities and stories to follow aside from the main campaign that adds several hours of gameplay and value to this already awesome game world. All in all, a fantastic game that had high expectations but delivers on everything it promised and more. A great send off for the last PS4 exclusive of this console generation and a mature experience to show how Sucker Punch has developed as a studio since the Infamous games. now.… Expand
  43. Cacasecaxxx
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juegazo, después de habérmelo pasado puedo decir que los escenarios son hermosos, el sistema de combate aunque un poco simple al principio, tras una hora de juego se vuelve de los mejor citas que he probado, la historia me parece magnífica, y es algo fresco que necesitaba la industria,la batalla final contra tu tío, cuando desde el principio pensé que es contra el khan me parece una de las más bonitas y buenas batallas finales en un juego, y la coreografía que se forma es estupenda.
    Aunque hablar de este juego sin hablar de sus escenarios es pecado, todo es extremadamente bonito y seguramente pase a la historia como uno de los juegos más bellos que hay.
    Aun estoy con las misiones secundarias para sacarme el platino pero de momento tengo más de la mitad hechas y todas tienen una historia interesante y no son repetitivas.    … Expand
  44. Iamlegend007
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    The game is awesome beautiful settings always wanted a samurai game with best mechanics and this game trust me delivers with all the content secrets side activities everything the only complaint is the walking animation and missing of rag doll physics everything else is on point and I am loving it
  45. Inuyasha1
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    It's the best. Games are like war movies. It's the best knife action game ever, and the best game of 2020. Battle scenes stood out throughout the game. Like a real samurai, I wanted to protect Tsushima Island and take my own adventures as a wolf. And this game even gives a subtle impression. It was the best. This kind of war and an outstanding sword fight... Sucker Punch Productions is aIt's the best. Games are like war movies. It's the best knife action game ever, and the best game of 2020. Battle scenes stood out throughout the game. Like a real samurai, I wanted to protect Tsushima Island and take my own adventures as a wolf. And this game even gives a subtle impression. It was the best. This kind of war and an outstanding sword fight... Sucker Punch Productions is a great game company!… Expand
  46. Nawa
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Wow .... been anticipating this game for months And it payed....... best intro of a game .period Stunning graphics.... sharp combat .. very interesting story ( based on real history) and characters...
  47. wgaminginc
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Loving this game so far!! Screw tlou2! This game has potential to becoming game of the year!!!
  48. UsephSea
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece in my opinion. Great story Satisfying gameplay
    gorgeous open world that encourages exploration. I can see this game winning GOTY.
  49. Tekken_soulking
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best game I've ever played. This game is perfect for anyone who likes samurai, samurai movies or Japanese culture.. im 20hours in and I can't stop playing this masterpiece. THANK YOU SUCKERPUNCH
  50. Squashan
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    An absolutely brilliant open world game that makes you truly FEEL like a samurai!
  51. yousef10
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Gameplay: 10.10
    Story.8.5.10
    Side quest.10.10
    Graphics.10.10 The game show to us its one of the best samurai game with Japanese culture i enjoy playing legendary side quest...
  52. JudgeSal
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Absolutely loving the game so far, would highly recommend! Sucker Punch has created one of the most beautiful game world's I've ever seen and the combat is a lot of fun.
  53. Earthzero
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This is a beautiful game with a lot of things to do, combat is always something to look forward to , plus it’s very challenging, I love that about the game, few problems here and there but the game makes up for it when you get lost in the world of Tsushima
  54. senim
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    지금까지 나온 여러 오픈월드 rpg 게임들의 장점들을 가져온 게임.
  55. 187
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best game for PS4 since the Witcher 3.
    I love how they designed the Map.
    I love Japan
  56. miguelcarvalho
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Deliciado com a aventura de Jim na sua jornada pela ilha de tsushima, parabéns a equipa da sucker punch pelo maravilhasa experiência neste pedaço da história japonesa
  57. Oilgrand
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Над этой игрой, точнее над еë картинкой работал сам Иисус, это самая красивая в плане освещения игра (после RDR2, конечно)
  58. VENOM92
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best open world game this generation with tons of great side activities and secondary stories, great deep combat, awesome main story... highly recommended.
  59. Zaelplays
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Very enjoyable and beautiful. The combat, the story, the environment. Everything in this game traslades the player in a slow and beautiful way through it's world wanting you to never leave it till the end.
  60. ManLikePauly
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is incredible, one of the best games I’ve ever played. The graphics are beautiful, the story is amazing (I haven’t completed it yet, however) but so far I’m enjoying.

    Definitely a whole 10/10 for me unlike the 2/10 which was TLOU2.
  61. serg28373
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Неплохо, очень даже неплохо. Шикарный саундтрек. Шикарная графика. Тут просто нет того, к чему можно придраться.… Expand
  62. ReverendVargoth
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Ghost of Tsushima is one of the most visually striking, fun to play games I have personally ever played. This incredible samurai epic which draws parallels from such films as Seven Samurai and Yojimbo, transports you to an era where steel, and patience are the key to victory against the Mongol Hordes. I found myself stopping and staring at the beautiful vistas presented to me too manyGhost of Tsushima is one of the most visually striking, fun to play games I have personally ever played. This incredible samurai epic which draws parallels from such films as Seven Samurai and Yojimbo, transports you to an era where steel, and patience are the key to victory against the Mongol Hordes. I found myself stopping and staring at the beautiful vistas presented to me too many times to count in the first few hours alone, only to run a few hundred yards to initiate a standoff against a wandering patrol of Mongols in which I cut them down like I was hitokiri battousai. While the game itself is both visually and mostly fun at times, there are minor issues I ran into with the camera at times when fighting in densely populated areas with buildings. The camera does not make objects transparent so if you are fighting and there happens to be a pillar, tree or wall, it will obscure your vision. This can be fixed with simple camera adjustments, but when you're in the heat of the combat, trying to strike down 5-6 foes some of which are of screen it can be rather frustrating. While this is an issue, it rarely happened to me in game, although it was annoying when it did. The compelling characters, and side quests in conjunction with the free flowing combat system, make this game a joy to play, despite these very few insignificant hiccups. Bottom line is if you are a fan of Samurai epics, incredibly easy to pick up gameplay, open world games where the beauty of the world around you will literally make you stop and appreciate it this is the game for you. Although I had slight problems with the camera work at rare intervals, the package is the closest thing I have seen to a complete, bug free, and incredibly enjoyable experience in ages. I will admit that I have a bias toward Samurai games that are done well, so although this would traditionally be a nine out of ten for me due to the rare instance of annoying camera work, the overall setting, dedication to detail and gameplay hit detection that is almost perfect edges this into the ten out of ten category. Even people that don't enjoy Samurai tales will find something to enjoy here, and to me this is a strong contender for game of the year.… Expand
  63. morikules
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    In my opinion it does many things better in terms of story, open world and gameplay than the assassins creed reboots origins and odyssey. Its an absolut beautiful game and a wonderful end of the ps4-era. Chapeau Sucker Punch
  64. Anasmasula
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Awesome game deserves much more praise than **** tlou 2. Gameplay and graphics are great
  65. Arian1910
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    A real Masterpiece. i enjoy ever second of the game. i think ghost of tsushima is the best exclusive ps4 game after uncharted franchise.
  66. ActionCritic
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    First impression, may change later.
    Solid game, worth playing. It's a methodical battle system rather than button mash, which is good.
  67. rled23
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    To say that this game is “just another assassin’s creed game” is outright blasphemous. Perhaps the only notable AC thing about this game are the stealth kills. Climbing mechanics feel more like Uncharted, world building a bit like Horizon Zero Dawn and the overall world presentation and exploration is like that of Breath of the Wild’s. All of which are great games so I literally have noTo say that this game is “just another assassin’s creed game” is outright blasphemous. Perhaps the only notable AC thing about this game are the stealth kills. Climbing mechanics feel more like Uncharted, world building a bit like Horizon Zero Dawn and the overall world presentation and exploration is like that of Breath of the Wild’s. All of which are great games so I literally have no issues with it whatsoever. It’s like the perfect culmination of everything that’s great about open world games.

    The best thing about this game is the combat. Jheezas, as soon as you sort of master the stance switches and the perfect parries, it really does make you feel like some invincible samurai who can easily storm through the gates of a castle town. Except for the fact that the game doesn’t fail to humble you in combat from time to time which helps remind you how essential it is to time your strikes as well as your quick fire tools at your disposal.

    A common complaint among critics is the repetitiveness of the side missions — so you’ll give the like’s of AC Odyssey and RDR2 a pass but not this one? C’mon now. I like the side missions in this game especially the tales ones. The special side missions are also great as the equipments/moves you acquire from them really do enhance the the gameplay. Don’t get me started with the Black Dye Merchant. Good gawd. Black armor with a red katana hilt anyone? Could not ask for more. But obviously that’s just a personal preference. Also, I like how I haven’t had to reference my map to unlock/start side missions for the most part as the method for unlocking said missions are organically done in the game — just explore and you’ll see what I mean!

    By the way, I love how there’s no camera lock during combat as it increases your need to focus and the overall sense of urgency.
    Duels are always fun but my only gripe is that the intros are always the same but hey, they are pretty intros anyway. The open world is jaw-droppingly gorgeous. Like there are some locations in this game which makes you wanna slow down your trusty horse companion just so you can bask in the glory of the view before you. I swear I spend too much time using the photo mode in this game. It’s just so well crafted, I mean what can I say?

    Writing haikus are super relaxing experiences. I’ll leave that for you to explore but those are my 2 cents.

    This game is a dream like honestly, what a time to be alive as a gamer who’s into samurai warriors and whatnot.

    BUY THE GAME!!!    … Expand
  68. Lotfi
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing Game ... the Gameplay ,the Story ,the mission side all This is Perfect . thanks SuckerPunch
  69. N3CH1ST
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Ghost of Tsushima is the best way to end the ps4 era. Great open world, amazing story etc.
  70. Uizke
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Great game great fight boss great story one of most bast game ever i played
  71. Yareyarekakyoin
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You have stances just like Nioh, you have a cool bow that is very satisfying to shoot at enemies heads, and you have stealth as well, like SEKIRO stealth but with more stuff.
    You have char customization, they're very unique, I'm using a traveller set to find stuff as I pass by, my DS4 starts to vibrate when I'm near a collectible.
    Combat is fast, never underestimate even the weakest enemy, I'm loving the villain of this game, also, apart from all the combat, is a very relaxing game, the world is so beautiful, that you will try to take lots of pictures of the landscape, or just slaughtering some enemies.
    Also, everything loads do quick, after you die takes like 3 or 4 seconds to the respawn.
    Fast travels are also really fast    … Expand
  72. thiagogangrel
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Jogo fantástico, narrativa inovadora com uma história e personagens marcantes. Combates bem intuitivos e de fácil execução. Recomendo 100%.
  73. alimoradi
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best japanese world game created by western studio
    Interesting gameplay
    My game of the year
  74. Razor2k
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
  75. IKiriyamaB2
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    a great story with great gameplay this is the best open world game in pa4 this game is better than Tlou 2 i think this is the best samurai game in the history the photomode in this game is better than Tlou 2 story and gameplay
  76. EzTeebs
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Sometimes playing video games is a chore. You move from one point to the next with a inevitable open-world tedium. Every story is the same, every character is the same.

    Ghost of Tsushima is the polar opposite of this; it reminds you why games are fun. There is life in every frame. Every heartbeat of the brutal, intensely satisfying combat; every drop of rain and every leaf journeying    Sometimes playing video games is a chore. You move from one point to the next with a inevitable open-world tedium. Every story is the same, every character is the same.

    Ghost of Tsushima is the polar opposite of this; it reminds you why games are fun.

    There is life in every frame. Every heartbeat of the brutal, intensely satisfying combat; every drop of rain and every leaf journeying the wind; the slow, melodious hum of the world flows through the player to the sound of an enchanted medieval Japanese flute.

    This is why we play games.

    Ghost of Tushima never condescends the player; it's a game made by gamers who feel tired of being strung along. The emphasis is adventure, and the fulfilling feeling of growth and mastery of the world and your skills.

    BUY IT.    … Expand
  77. AntonyWild
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Игра для высоковибрационных людей, которые могут в прекрасное, в древнюю культуру Японии , в кредо бусидо, самопознанию, любовь к мирозданию и бытию , любовь к природе. Геймплей, сюжет, геймплей - шикарны. Высоковибрационный интернет не оценил , играя на пляжу. Лучший эксклюзив Сони, THANKS DEVELOPERS!Игра для высоковибрационных людей, которые могут в прекрасное, в древнюю культуру Японии , в кредо бусидо, самопознанию, любовь к мирозданию и бытию , любовь к природе. Геймплей, сюжет, геймплей - шикарны. Высоковибрационный интернет не оценил , играя на пляжу. Лучший эксклюзив Сони, THANKS DEVELOPERS!
  78. LegendKing23
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    A real masterpiece! The graphic is so beautiful and the colors are perfect. The Gameplay is great, too. Ghost of Tsushima is a full openworld, not just at the beginning like TLOUP2! But the best on the game is the Story ! It doesn't give you a PTSD syndrome like Last of Us 2!
  79. MrMTuck
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    Уже не помню какая игра, за последнее время, так затягивала!) Когда купил, с 11 дня и до 3 ночи безвылазно сидел)
  80. ForkoLense
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Они пытались сделать из меня самурая... я прогнулся
  81. Joeg1928
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game was absolutely amazing. If you are into samurais and feudal Japan this game portrays it incredibly. Combat is terrific and personally I loved the story as well. The open World is absolutely beautiful and jam packed with things to do and places to explore.
  82. Nezku
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    One of the most beautiful open world games that you have played in this generation, the gameplay is elaborate and fun and the technical direction is great, the best conclusion of the PlayStation brand in this generation
  83. Wheelz18
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Stunning visuals and compelling story backed up by a world that feels lived in.
  84. Madhalm
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Thank you sony for this masterpiece Beautiful world of tsushima iseland nice trees fantastic horse
  85. trustno2
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Not perfect but good enough open world game. Amazing Japanese style is the most attractive part. Duel under blossom trees is definitely addictive.
  86. Woodstock4517
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Started it day one, the minute it downloaded I couldn't put it down it's such a beautiful and more importantly a fun game. The side quests are woven into tales and it shows that thought was put into them. The gameplay is amazing, the fighting feels intense and real and the standoffs are so cinematic and a little intimidating it's such a good touch. I will say the framework at times willStarted it day one, the minute it downloaded I couldn't put it down it's such a beautiful and more importantly a fun game. The side quests are woven into tales and it shows that thought was put into them. The gameplay is amazing, the fighting feels intense and real and the standoffs are so cinematic and a little intimidating it's such a good touch. I will say the framework at times will bug out slightly but that's an easy enough patch. The story is entertaining not agenda based so its feels like an escape from real world politics which is refreshing. It's a masterpiece and game of the year worthy. But we know who the media is giving that to unfortunately . This is a day one buy… Expand
  87. Mohammed1415
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Omg this is amazing and creative and The side quests are great, the game world is beautiful, and the diversity of characters
  88. read2see
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Ghost of Tsushima is a beautiful and an enjoyable game. Simply, a labor of love.This game is my GOTY 2020 and here is why.

    Before everything, fast load times are great. Let's start with the beautiful and lush open world. The open world is not big and is not small because it is a perfect fit for the content the game has to offer, full of variety from beginning to end in terms of    Ghost of Tsushima is a beautiful and an enjoyable game. Simply, a labor of love.This game is my GOTY 2020 and here is why.

    Before everything, fast load times are great.

    Let's start with the beautiful and lush open world. The open world is not big and is not small because it is a perfect fit for the content the game has to offer, full of variety from beginning to end in terms of biomes, features very good amount of quality side quests that build the supporting characters as well as quests for the people in Tsushima. There are plenty of weather conditions you can experience in the game (my favorite being the sunny and stormy weather conditions), the lighting and clouds are wonderful. I only had one minor thing that could have been better is not being able to re-visit a few castles after story, maybe you can and I haven't figured it out but from what I tried I couldn't get in, [insert LET ME INNN meme].

    Next, the gameplay. The game features two fighting styles, Samurai (Katanas Blazing lol) and Ghost (Stealth), there are no restrictions you can mix and match as you like. Each style has its own skills to unlock, as well as a lot of variety to how you can take on different types of enemies using stances which also have their own skills. Then there are charms which are passive skills you can equip. Along the variety of the stances there is also variety to the ghost style which has its own skill tree, let's just say there are plenty of skills to go around and unlock and the great thing about it is that you will get all of those lovely skills and enjoy your way to get them because of how fun the combat is and the great side quests to do, I did not feel like it was a drag instead I wanted more. Furthermore, you can use the bow and some more weapons you can unlock as you progress the story. You will have plenty of ways to take on enemies, you might even neglect some because there are so many and you might grow a preference to some over the other, but trying new weapons and mixing them with your gameplay every time will always be equally fun.

    There hasn't been too many games where I am going somewhere and I see a patrol or an enemy camp and the first thought I get every time even at the end of the game is that this is going to be good, the combat is so enjoyable I can't get enough I am always fighting whichever enemies come across me or I come across them. I played the game about %60 Samurai and %40 Ghost, the AI could be better in some sections when going stealth and the camera might get in your way sometimes.

    The duels are another great feature of the game, basically they are the boss fights and they're so much enjoyable. I wish in a future update they would let us replay them, at least the ones in the open world.

    If I had to give you a feel to how the combat is from games you might have played, I would say Sekiro combat + Nioh combat and a sprinkle of Batman combat and there you go Ghost of Tsushima combat.

    Crafting, upgrading and customization, they're all done the right way, no restrictive levels or you can't use this until you reach this rank etc. If you have the materials and the supplies to craft/upgrade whatever you want guess what you can, yes you can get a lot done in just the first act of the game that you might fear to become overpowered but don't worry as you progress the enemies will be challenging, I will not lie I did hold off some of the sword upgrades/ skills that makes killing enemies faster until the final act because I wanted the fights to last longer due to how fun they are. I also didn't use the ghost weapons willy-nilly until the final act as well due to the same fact. Overall, it is up to you and there are no restrictions on you, if you feel you are becoming overpowered you can hold off some skills/upgrades until the final act in which you will feel comfortable with all of the upgrades and skills.
    You balance yourself out and if that's still too easy just play on Lethal difficulty.

    The customization, you can unlock them all in-game, the way all games should be instead of bloated skins’ stores that are after every penny you've got. Moreover, the armors you unlock all have their own passive skills for each type of armor/outfit,
    The soundtrack is simply wonderful I loved it and the voice acting was great.

    Finally, the story, I have enjoyed the story and the characters all the way to the end, loved the character development and the back stories of the supporting characters as well, likewise there is some good lore.

    Overall, a very enjoyable experience through and through, I can't wait until SuckerPunch adds in new game+ to have another go at it. I would recommend it to avid 3rd person lovers that enjoy sword combat. I think you will like the game if you like AC franchise, Sekiro,The Witcher 3.    … Expand
  89. Slownick
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I’ve ever played. Sucker Punch has very good taste in making games
  90. nannerom
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I gave it a 10, would have loved to give it 9.7 or 9.6 but i can't. After many hours playing the thing that botherd me the most was the facial expression of the characters in the game. They could hvae done a better job there. For the other small issues... I think they will be fixed in an update and they haven't taken away any gaming experience. I love the game and advise it to all who loveI gave it a 10, would have loved to give it 9.7 or 9.6 but i can't. After many hours playing the thing that botherd me the most was the facial expression of the characters in the game. They could hvae done a better job there. For the other small issues... I think they will be fixed in an update and they haven't taken away any gaming experience. I love the game and advise it to all who love the open world rpg genre.… Expand
  91. Pepper007
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Outstanding, one of the best games in 2020 and maybe top 20 of the entire PS4 library. BUY BUY BUY YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!!!
  92. Rodrigomb
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Sensacional, lindo. Vale muito a pena jogar. A história é boa. Os contos são interessantes.
  93. Mafigua
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    Un juego realmente excelente, su arte, su guión, su historia y su jugabilidad son impecables
  94. kurdgamers1
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is a Masterpiece 10/10 Thank you suckerpunch production, side missions are amazing, combat is epic story is great.
  95. Felipe_slice
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Excelente mundo aberto convidativo a exploração, sistema de combate diferenciado, inovador e dasafiante, sistema de evolução do personagem variado e intuitivo! Fecha a geração de grandes exclusivos do PS4 com chave de ouro
  96. SoraPrideMonth
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    What can i say? It's a masterpiece. A game that truly makes you feel like a samurai, an epic and thrilling stories without clichés like revenge, sexuality or dawson creek's level of dialogues.
    I would let Jin Sakai marry my daughter.
    Also probably the best game on the system. At least in the span of these 2 months, that's for sure.
  97. notStiv
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Have you ever dreamed of being a samurai which sole purpose was to defend his own country in a time of tumultuous warfare? Well then, you're in luck! Look no further and buy Ghost of Tsushima (a videogame which some might even consider a work of art given its absolute stunning beauty) and be the badass the world deserve!
  98. Niesdang
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I love this game not only because graphic or gameplay. The way they tell me the story inspired me like an. Elderly person tells story to their grand children .
  99. Davidls04
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Simplemente hermoso, combates muy bien elaborados y divertidos e impresionantes peleas contra jefes
  100. Ponycornosaurus
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece. Everything in it fits just right, from the graphics, to the exploration, and the combat is the most complete i've ever seen in a game. The amount of combos you can make is insane. You can always choose to take your enemies with different options. The photo mode is so well designed I spend most of my time on it. I just wander the world and everythingThis game is an absolute masterpiece. Everything in it fits just right, from the graphics, to the exploration, and the combat is the most complete i've ever seen in a game. The amount of combos you can make is insane. You can always choose to take your enemies with different options. The photo mode is so well designed I spend most of my time on it. I just wander the world and everything seems intriging and perfectly placed. This is my GOTY without a doubt… Expand
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#19 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#5 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2020

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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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