Ghost of Tsushima

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9.1

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  1. Ghadafhi
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    It's like Assassin's Creed but better with samurai. Better in a way that it has less to no RPG elements, enemies has no level. I hope they fix the climbing and jumping mechanics, it's clunky and messy. Otherwise this game is darn good!
  2. Shane081
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game,great graphics,great gameplay and the download is only 47 gbs so perfect game if you have barely any space on your hard drive… Expand
  3. The_Spartan3
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Então o jogo possui gráficos lindos, cenários diferentes um dos outros, dificuldade justa Encontrei poucos bugs na minha jogatina Mas sei que eles existem, a história progride BEM, é um jogo relativamente curto acho que pelos pontos de viagem rápida da uma grande encurtada no jogo as missões secundárias são em grande parte repetitivas porém são poucas então meu que agente consegue segurar a barra, gostei bastantes dos coletáveis e dos itens cosméticos ( espadas e Armaduras ) para finalizar a platina vem muito fácil… Expand
  4. cuervoxi
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    Realmente un juego increible, CLARO que no es perfecto! y tiene cosas que arreglar.
    pero es immersivo, tiene buena historia y buena jugabilidad.
  5. denizarslan105
    Mar 18, 2021
    9
    Ghost of Tsushima is by far the best game I have ever played in 2020 because of the satisfying combat and the incredible views that you will see in the game. I think Sucker Punch made an excellent game after the Infamous second son. The only Bad thing about this game is just sometimes game repeat itself but I didn't felt like that much but overall this game is enjoyable.
  6. Trebolino
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    Me parece un muy buen juego, para mi lo mejor son los escenarios y lo único sería que la historia puede ser un poco predecible.
  7. Ebola8MyFace
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    Created an account just to sing the praises of this masterpiece. That critic review of 83% is nonsense. This is the most immersive and exciting game I've played since Red Dead Redemption 2. I have a sneaking suspicion that if Naughty Dog had published it, many of these corporate review sites might be a little less critical, but that's neither here nor there. It's game of the year IMHO, andCreated an account just to sing the praises of this masterpiece. That critic review of 83% is nonsense. This is the most immersive and exciting game I've played since Red Dead Redemption 2. I have a sneaking suspicion that if Naughty Dog had published it, many of these corporate review sites might be a little less critical, but that's neither here nor there. It's game of the year IMHO, and a helluva lot of fun. Enjoy!… Expand
  8. Leonardocunha
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    Ótimo game, existem bugs e poderia ser melhor na questão técnica. ( nada que tire o brilho do game )
    Mas poderia ser melhor polido.
  9. jarontheharen
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Truly an amazing game, and possibly the start of an amazing series. The game's size and scale is enough to make it a masterpiece. The easy traveling and random events make the game a lot less boring than most other open world games. The fighting mechanics aren't the best you'll ever see, but the variety of moves, abilities, skills and fighting styles you learn are unmatched. The story isTruly an amazing game, and possibly the start of an amazing series. The game's size and scale is enough to make it a masterpiece. The easy traveling and random events make the game a lot less boring than most other open world games. The fighting mechanics aren't the best you'll ever see, but the variety of moves, abilities, skills and fighting styles you learn are unmatched. The story is amazing and unless you weren't following it, you will be emotional at a lot of moments. You can EASILY get lost in the world with what feels like endless things to do. The game focuses on how YOU play, stealthy; swords-swinging; etc. The customization isn't bad by any means, with most pieces of armor and clothing dealing different abilities and skills to assist you in your playstyle and how you travel across the terrain.
    The game is easily an 8 for most players, but to stand up to a lot of open world games such as RDR2, GTA, Batman Arkham and others, its truly a masterpiece in itself and deserves no less than an 8.    … Expand
  10. linuswilson
    Oct 18, 2020
    9
    NG+ is totally bugged. You lose all armor and gear.
    This game has excellent graphics & game play. It is an easy game to get all the trophies in and do every upgrade.
    The story is just average with weak plot, good characters, and no branching narrative. Players aren't given one story choice until the end. That is cheap way to write an RPG with no branching narrative. There is a lot of cut    NG+ is totally bugged. You lose all armor and gear.
    This game has excellent graphics & game play. It is an easy game to get all the trophies in and do every upgrade.
    The story is just average with weak plot, good characters, and no branching narrative. Players aren't given one story choice until the end. That is cheap way to write an RPG with no branching narrative. There is a lot of cut and paste quests (hot springs, haiku, & shrines) and random respawning fight encounters.
    I wish they would fix the ammo bug where you lose half your thrown and ranged weapons when ever you visit a hot spring.    … Expand
  11. VanderleiKVRA16
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    Achei o jogo incrível, cheio de detalhes e com um cenário de encher os olhos, pena que a história não é tão boa assim e nem tão longa.
    Na minha opinião deveria ter muito mais atividades no mapa, pois após a platina já não tem mais nada pra se fazer.
    Ansioso para receber a notícia de um próximo GOT.
  12. Sanek_Jam_orek
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    Буду писать все кратко:
    1. Невероятно красивый открытый мир, заходил в фоторежим каждые 5-10 минут игры(10/10)
    2. Боевка не сложная(кроме высокого уровня сложности), но интересная и имеет много элементов(10/10) 3. Техническая часть - игра хороша, но только на фоне себя. Качество лицевых анимацией и прочего на игру 2020 года не тянет. (8/10) 4 Сюжет не буду расписывать, дабы без спойлеров    Буду писать все кратко:
    1. Невероятно красивый открытый мир, заходил в фоторежим каждые 5-10 минут игры(10/10)
    2. Боевка не сложная(кроме высокого уровня сложности), но интересная и имеет много элементов(10/10)
    3. Техническая часть - игра хороша, но только на фоне себя. Качество лицевых анимацией и прочего на игру 2020 года не тянет. (8/10)
    4 Сюжет не буду расписывать, дабы без спойлеров -(9/10)    … Expand
  13. JHarrt
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    An excellent game with minor flaws, but having a breathtaking open world, immersive story and amazing combat, this firmly cements Ghost of Tsushima as one of my favorite PS4 exclusives ever!
  14. storygamer
    Jan 22, 2023
    9
    A wonderful farewell for the PS4. Ghost of Tsushima has an interesting setting and story with a cool soundtrack. It`s like a better version of newer Assassin`s Creed games.
  15. VMSHiNo
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    This is not a game, It’s an experience, a masterpiece. Flawed yes, but it IS the PS4 ‘s swan song.
  16. BluntMicrocell
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Thank F this came out very quickly after the whole Last of Us Part 2 trash!!!!! This game is as near perfection as you can get these days with just some minor gripes and bugs to deal with.
  17. peank
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    This has been the game I've been waiting for and the very first (probably last) PS4 game that I worked to get platinum for. Graphic is amazing, gameplay is easy to get too but takes time to master, sound is superb, and the story/pacing is very well-done, while implementing new features in an open-world genre. Can't get enough of this game, and I right away start new game after finishingThis has been the game I've been waiting for and the very first (probably last) PS4 game that I worked to get platinum for. Graphic is amazing, gameplay is easy to get too but takes time to master, sound is superb, and the story/pacing is very well-done, while implementing new features in an open-world genre. Can't get enough of this game, and I right away start new game after finishing it. The devs really took their time and really respectful of the source material for this game. The game has tremendous potential and things can only get better from here, and I hope Sucker Punch consider making extra content and franchise out of this game! Definitely a great swan song to PS4 system, and I'm not even selling the game so I can replay this when PS5 comes out.… Expand
  18. ThebigbossCE
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    Really ambitious game, but yes. It is really fun and immersive to play it, and yes the story is good so we do not see time going while playing the game.
    Beautiful graphics.
    I'll leave a 9/10 for this masterpiece
  19. HarveyBirdman_2
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    A Fun Game With an Open World Concept! If you like upgrading, and unlocking new items and different moves throughout the game to keep it fresh the whole time . this has that!
  20. TheloniusFabdul
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    In an age where most AAA games are plagued by greed and political correctness,
    this game is a beacon of hope, shining amidst the darkness; a sign that perhaps not all hope is lost
    for the future of the gaming industry.
  21. Moongluum
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Visually just a beautiful game. The scenery and story just flows so well and it draws you into playing longer and longer (I have to watch my sleeping patterns, haha). I'm really impressed with the camera setting (Kurasawa) looks great and a beautiful nod to the director.

    My only caveat with the game is the camera angle. I would prefer to have it extended, but I understand the    Visually just a beautiful game. The scenery and story just flows so well and it draws you into playing longer and longer (I have to watch my sleeping patterns, haha). I'm really impressed with the camera setting (Kurasawa) looks great and a beautiful nod to the director.

    My only caveat with the game is the camera angle. I would prefer to have it extended, but I understand the limitations in terms of graphic processor.

    Overall, I think this is 9 out of 10 game. Sucker Punch does really well to possibly leave the game open ended to a sequel or even the possibility of a prequel to detail Jin's story.    … Expand
  22. Jemma
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    I literally could not put this game down. Being Asian, it was so nice to see a Western studio handle the Japanese Culture with so much respect. Not only that, with characters like Yuna and Lady Masako, Sucker Punch really showed that they could write strong female characters without coming across as forced. The scenery was beautiful, the characters showed actual growth, the story made meI literally could not put this game down. Being Asian, it was so nice to see a Western studio handle the Japanese Culture with so much respect. Not only that, with characters like Yuna and Lady Masako, Sucker Punch really showed that they could write strong female characters without coming across as forced. The scenery was beautiful, the characters showed actual growth, the story made me cry at least 3 times, the gameplay was super fun, and I couldn't get over how well the English voice acting was!

    I did come across some bugs, like changing between stances sometimes didn't register, Jin would hit the wrong enemy at times, and some of the stealth was a bink wonky at times, but none of this was enough to damper my enjoyment. Well worth the buy! I'm now playing through it again in Kurosawa mode.    … Expand
  23. Zeingrimm
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Gran juego, muy buena historia y disfrute mucho del combate y la exploracion, no pare de jugarlo hasta que saque el platino
  24. quadman
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Just finished the game and It was an amazing experience. The look of the game took me in from the start and the gameplay and story made me stay. The only thing keeping me from giving it a 10/10 is the combat fell off in terms of fun factor towards the end of the game. Other than that it is an amazing experience and I would recommend playing at least once.
  25. StylishMuttin
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    A very good looking and polished game. honestly this is the best looking game I've ever played and it has the best in game photo mode to compliment that. The story isn't perfect, but a young samurai's struggle between keeping his code of honor and doing whatever is needed to save his people gets pretty enticing after the first act. The combat is confusing at first but the game does a goodA very good looking and polished game. honestly this is the best looking game I've ever played and it has the best in game photo mode to compliment that. The story isn't perfect, but a young samurai's struggle between keeping his code of honor and doing whatever is needed to save his people gets pretty enticing after the first act. The combat is confusing at first but the game does a good job of really making sure you learn it and once you do its really fun.
    My only complaints are that there are a few minor scenery oversights where you can see through the bottom of a boulder at a certain angle, and the depiction of Tomoe in one of the main side tales changes so radically at the end without enough evidence to make it believable.
    If I could I'd give this game a 9.4-9.5 out of 10    … Expand
  26. gamejediben
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Probably the most beautiful game released this generation. Extremely addictive gameplay and some of most immersive gaming Ive ever experienced. It has flaws but it does so much right that I cant help but recommend it. I should note that I have greatly enjoyed every Sucker Punch game released since 2009. Such a great company.
  27. SirDouchebag27
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    The most beautiful game I've played in a while, together with Dishonored and Assassin's Creed 2, the fun I experienced was immeasurable, besides the gameplay being fun and fluid, the story was beautiful (some parts were a little predictable, but well executed none the less), and, while the sidequests were a little repetitive, they became quite interesting because of how well the storyThe most beautiful game I've played in a while, together with Dishonored and Assassin's Creed 2, the fun I experienced was immeasurable, besides the gameplay being fun and fluid, the story was beautiful (some parts were a little predictable, but well executed none the less), and, while the sidequests were a little repetitive, they became quite interesting because of how well the story progressed on them, overall, a must-play game.… Expand
  28. GreenGiant_6-9
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    I will admit this is my first review, but the main reason is because “Ghost of Tsushima” was that good to me. I completed the game, both endings, 100% and I would do it all over again. Not only was this game amazing to look at, the story and side quests were super enjoyable. I enjoyed the little bugs and glitches the game had to offer and honestly every game has their neat features.I will admit this is my first review, but the main reason is because “Ghost of Tsushima” was that good to me. I completed the game, both endings, 100% and I would do it all over again. Not only was this game amazing to look at, the story and side quests were super enjoyable. I enjoyed the little bugs and glitches the game had to offer and honestly every game has their neat features. Although at times the immersion will be broken because of nitpicking things I was hooked along the whole ride of the game. Also, for those people who have a hard time to shed a tear trust me I’m with you, and this game was able to make me cry thanks to the pacing, layout, and impacting story. Hope you enjoy the game as much as I have. A must play experience!… Expand
  29. HughFarff
    Aug 4, 2020
    9
    Amazing story, combat is exhilarating and challenging plenty of things to discover and explore
  30. Estelina
    Aug 4, 2020
    9
    Un excelente juego, la escenografía, el diseño del mundo y sus personajes entrañables lo hacen un clásico contemporáneo. En donde la experiencia de Sucker punch se ve reflejada, como el mejor trabajo que han hecho hasta ahora. Más de 100 horas jugadas, muchos duelos y mongoles asesinados por el fantasma. Muy recomendable.
  31. skoogan
    Aug 4, 2020
    9
    Very beautiful game, fun combat with some interesting characters. I just could not put my controller down.
  32. Markie1993
    Aug 4, 2020
    9
    Beautiful features and stunning story, tracing back to historical Japanese culture... must say Its great to learn the culture of samurai vs mongols, personally who needs LOU2 lool
  33. Stinkmaster
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Look the story is..... Fine. It's fine, if not good. it's a really traditional, and traditional kind of storytelling.
    But man, if you were upset about The Last of Us Part II, and were frustrated with the story of that game, and upset that it was so depressing.
    This is the game for you It is AN ABSOLUTE BLAST. I haven't finished the game yet, but EVERY single time I play, I play for way    Look the story is..... Fine. It's fine, if not good. it's a really traditional, and traditional kind of storytelling.
    But man, if you were upset about The Last of Us Part II, and were frustrated with the story of that game, and upset that it was so depressing.
    This is the game for you
    It is AN ABSOLUTE BLAST. I haven't finished the game yet, but EVERY single time I play, I play for way longer than I should cause this game is an absolute blast. It makes you feel like a badass blade master pretty early on, and in introducing new NPC types does so interestingly and plausibly (no flying shock troopers). This game is so much fun, everyone should own it, and for a first play through, this game is a must play. It hasn't made me feel anything at all (except that I love Yuna), but it is fun, and easy, and a good adventure action game. It's just a blast. Suckerpunch is really one of the kings of gameplay right now.    … Expand
  34. MountainofW
    Aug 4, 2020
    9
    Coming from an all around weeb, this game is amazing. In recent times the Japanese media and eastern media has done a very well job at making it in the western culture. Anime is on the rise like never before, friends of mine that have never heard of anime are getting into it to see what all the hype is about. And the friends that had or do watch anime are getting into manga and the such. IComing from an all around weeb, this game is amazing. In recent times the Japanese media and eastern media has done a very well job at making it in the western culture. Anime is on the rise like never before, friends of mine that have never heard of anime are getting into it to see what all the hype is about. And the friends that had or do watch anime are getting into manga and the such. I remember discovering anime when I was in the third grade and after watching so many ninja and samurai shows and thinking, “Man, I really wish there was a game I could play that kinda has stuff like this.” But at the time, there weren’t. Ghost of Tsushima has given me what I’ve wanted for so many years. Not all the flashy stuff with spells and jutsus like naruto or bleach, but a more simplistic down to earth experience that I could wrap my head around. A samurai in japan based on an era in which enemies are invading your home and you throw everything you have to drive them away, even at the cost of your honor and the lives of those you love, **** epic. Being a weeb heightened my want for something that I could call a Japanese experience, and this gane delivered. Objectively this game is also very fun, while the only downside for me is that some missions might get repetitive from time to time. The combat is fun and interactive having to doge arrows, attempting perfect parry’s and dodges. The story is entertaining and not at all boring. The open world is fun and immersive. And to top it all off, the game is absolutely stunning to the eyes, seriously I highly recommend the game.… Expand
  35. McNima
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    An extremely amazing truimph!An exquisite world, a very nice story, well-done characterizations, flexible gameplay and a very well-designed combat system make the game one of the bests among open-worlds we have seen in years. The in-game world is so beatiful and dynamic you'd never get tired exploring and wandering around. Nevertheless, the game has some technical issues specially whenAn extremely amazing truimph!An exquisite world, a very nice story, well-done characterizations, flexible gameplay and a very well-designed combat system make the game one of the bests among open-worlds we have seen in years. The in-game world is so beatiful and dynamic you'd never get tired exploring and wandering around. Nevertheless, the game has some technical issues specially when going in stealth like repetitive stealth kill animations. But the issues are not so anoying and you can just ignore them in many cases. In conclusion, Ghost of Tsushims has been one of the greatest open-world games I have experienced so far. 9/10 it proudly deserves.… Expand
  36. zan1995
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    For me this game was breathtaking a fresh breath of the felling of freedom no doubt one of the prettiest games out there on the ps4 it deserves all of the praise
  37. pjstemarie
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    As an Xbox fanboy, I have to say this game is amazing. It's everything you want in an open-world game. it's enjoyable, easy to play, deep secrets and so much more. If you played Last of Us 2 and need a palate cleanser, and have the urge to actually play a fun game, spend your money on this.
  38. maXXXon4ikoff
    Oct 22, 2020
    9
    Самый лучший эксклюзив на PS4. Самая лучшая рпг игра про самураев. Правда игре не хватает расчленёнки, но она и без неё хорошая.
  39. Manlypelican
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    A fantastic game wit ha beautiful world amazing characters and a story that will leave you conflicted. Really good. those load times are insane too 4 seconds.
  40. UlrikO
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    I thoroughly enjoyed Ghost of Tsushima, I believe that being the final PS4 exclusive it had a lot to live up to especially following in the steps of games like Horizon: Zero Dawn, The Last of Us, etc. Games notorious for being incredible exclusives that both tell a great story, in addition to making the best of the technology at the time. Ghost of Tsushima Lives up to these predecesores byI thoroughly enjoyed Ghost of Tsushima, I believe that being the final PS4 exclusive it had a lot to live up to especially following in the steps of games like Horizon: Zero Dawn, The Last of Us, etc. Games notorious for being incredible exclusives that both tell a great story, in addition to making the best of the technology at the time. Ghost of Tsushima Lives up to these predecesores by telling a story that constantly kept me engaged and was truly striking when it came to the visuals which was highlighted in the photo mode- a mostly unnoted feature in most other games, but that displayed the sheer beauty and depth of the world Suckerpunch has created. The reason I didn't give the game a ten was due to primarily technical issues- many of which could easily be fixed via an update. the biggest issue being the camera making hard to see the enemy at times which a thing that you especially notice in a game like this which is contingent on seeing the enemy's moves and learning to use that against them.

    For a dlc, which I think should really be considered by suckerpunch, I would love to see more story on Tomoe, or something with the nearby island of Iki as it seems to be a great way to do something a bit different and introduce the character to places they haven't been to. Along with this I and many would agree that mythic tales were undoubtedly a highlight of the game and so would love to see some more content regarding that.

    overall this has been one of my favourite open world games and one of the best PS4 exclusives I have played in a while. I would love to see a sequel to this game in a different setting- perhaps Kyoto, and hope suckerpunch stickwith this type of game for the future.
    Incredible game!    … Expand
  41. DMDSSPLAYER93
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    This game is simply breathtaking,from the graphics,the deep story and dozens of hours to play.The gameplay alone is addicting and will make it very hard to put down;Simply put this game is next gen level and then some.
  42. ElPopiSempai
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    The game is purely amazing. Fun combat, a huge map worth exploring, side missions and main missions. The graphics are beautiful, and the wind tracking mechanism is an amazing touch. I could go more into detail but I dont think I need to. You got to play this game.
  43. SangreSamurai
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    Amazingly beautiful world and satisfying stylish combat. Just being a ninja/samurai and exploring the world is what this game is all about. The story and side quests have mediocre writing in places but also great moments especially later on in the game and the Mythic quests. The beautiful visual style and art in this game makes up for any other shortcomings.
  44. Bboxx1988
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    With some polish to the character movement, and small physics hiccups this game would be perfect. This game was a absolute blast from beginning to end. The story was engaging and emotional as well. One of the best video game stories I've come across.
  45. VelAmi
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    Honestly after watching the E3 presentation back in 2016 and eventually the pre-release clips I wasn't expecting much. Having played some passt Assassin's Creed games, which somehow I immediately connected to this game, and hearing the term open world, I wrote it off as an other generic Ubisoft-like experience. Gather this, explore that, rinse and repeat. The only thing that kept meHonestly after watching the E3 presentation back in 2016 and eventually the pre-release clips I wasn't expecting much. Having played some passt Assassin's Creed games, which somehow I immediately connected to this game, and hearing the term open world, I wrote it off as an other generic Ubisoft-like experience. Gather this, explore that, rinse and repeat. The only thing that kept me slightly more interested was SuckerPunch's previous titles such as the Sly Cooper and Infamous which although they didn't blow me away I fairly enjoyed. Yet after looking further into the combat system from curtain trusted YouTube channels and being a big fan of the Japanese culture I thought I'd give the game a chance. I spent 70€ (PS Store) and jumped in hoping that my hard earned money and time I'll invest won't go to waste. Damn, the opening, these amazing graphics! "This could be something special" I thought. "Now if only this stays as amazing as the opening we've got in our hands something real good". And it did. Beyond the beautiful landscapes and the minimal hub wind based ways of getting to your next objective lies a satisfying combat system that doesn't become boring (at least for me playing in hard mode). The game feels fluid and tempts you to explore, to discover different gear and attires to customize your character as you please. It throws you into unexpected situations that puts you in the shoes of how samurai had to always be prepared for danger lurking. To cut it short they managed to find the perfect balance between an AC game and the realism of Red Dead Redemption 2 but somehow making it more enjoyable than both.
    Although it does have some flaws it is easy to look past them and highly recommend it. For me it's an easy 9/10.    … Expand
  46. Poop_dealer_fre
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    Great game , amazing in fact , combat feel’s weird at first but as you get more comfortable with it feel’s fun and satisfying , they did an amazing job showing the sheer power of the katana where you can die easily but the enemies also die easily ( this is more consistent in lethal mode ) , great graphics and detail , story starts of dry of bland but by the end of the second chapter youGreat game , amazing in fact , combat feel’s weird at first but as you get more comfortable with it feel’s fun and satisfying , they did an amazing job showing the sheer power of the katana where you can die easily but the enemies also die easily ( this is more consistent in lethal mode ) , great graphics and detail , story starts of dry of bland but by the end of the second chapter you understand why it started of dry jun also grows as a character from being an emotionless samurai to the “ghost of tsushima” Just an absolute masterpeice… Expand
  47. doodledeej37
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    One of the best games I've ever played. Imagine if the creators of Red Dead Redemption decided to make the same game, except with samurais. It encourages you to explore the world and there are so many fun little details like following a yellow bird that can lead you to hot springs that increase your health and other cool things. Story is very engaging, before the game even begins it dropsOne of the best games I've ever played. Imagine if the creators of Red Dead Redemption decided to make the same game, except with samurais. It encourages you to explore the world and there are so many fun little details like following a yellow bird that can lead you to hot springs that increase your health and other cool things. Story is very engaging, before the game even begins it drops a bomb on you and then just when you start to get the hang of the sword play, the game shames your character and thus begins the actual game where you must go find companions to help you on your mission and increase your "legend" to obtain new ghost weapons. In the beginning the controls and all the abilities seem to be overwhelming but will quickly become second nature to you. It was way better then I thought it be, did not want to put down my controller while playing it.… Expand
  48. onslaught1584
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    Graphically stunning, but a bit overuse of particle effects. The story isn't groundbreaking, but it's fun and above standard for video game narratives. I miss lock on targeting, but after some effort, I've stopped swinging wildly into the air with my sword. Otherwise, the combat, when mastered, flows like water. Completing a string of combos flawlessly and switching in to ghost stance isGraphically stunning, but a bit overuse of particle effects. The story isn't groundbreaking, but it's fun and above standard for video game narratives. I miss lock on targeting, but after some effort, I've stopped swinging wildly into the air with my sword. Otherwise, the combat, when mastered, flows like water. Completing a string of combos flawlessly and switching in to ghost stance is some of the most gratifying gaming I have experienced in a while.… Expand
  49. bewarechameleon
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    from the off, i'm going to state that i already have bias in favour of samurai and ninja video games as a massive fan of stealth games such as the tenchu series. that being said, i was already a fan of this game before i even installed the game into my console.

    now i've played it i can confidentally say......i absolutely love this game now granted, there were a lot of things that    from the off, i'm going to state that i already have bias in favour of samurai and ninja video games as a massive fan of stealth games such as the tenchu series. that being said, i was already a fan of this game before i even installed the game into my console.

    now i've played it i can confidentally say......i absolutely love this game

    now granted, there were a lot of things that knocked me out of the emersion such as the glitches. constantly getting stuck in terrain when you feel like you should be able to climb that area, certain dialogue options not triggering when they should. entire missions rendered unplayable such as the water children mission looking for the kappa when i was supposed to be looking for clues and instead stuck in an endless investigation animation until i had to restart.

    other than these instances, i enjoyed every minute. i love all of the bright colours you witness as you traverse your environment, the mysterious side quests you come across searching for legendary outfits and equipment, the fact that you can use the wind to guide you to your objective with a quick swipe up of your controller to even being able to change the weather by playing your flute you carry around. i enjoyed everything about this game and will be extremely surprised if this game doesn't score 'game of the year'. buy it, buy it now    … Expand
  50. BigMikko
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. TL;DR great game, great story. not really long story, amazing combat. Not perfect, but damn great game.

    The story is exceptionally well made, though in my standards, too quick (bare in mind i enjoy long stories like assassin's Creed 2, witcher 3, etc). The side missions somewhat make up for it. Gameplay is great, my favorite aspect is the combat. It is indeed tough, but it fills you with pride when you understand the enemy patterns and master your Stances (BE patient, MASTER the enemy's patterns AND your stance attacks). I also enjoy the Outpost/fort attacks (similar to AC), though alerting the enemy is less punishable than other games' stealth functions.

    IT IS NOT AC JAPAN: no conspiracy to overthrow shadow puppeteers, climbing is VERY limited, assassination function is not as advanced as AC gameplay. Personally I'm annoyed with people praising this game as the Japanese assassin's Creed we always wanted (and I want it so badly). sucker-punch deserves better than that. not every open world game that involves stealth should compare to the assassin's Creed franchise, especially if that game is in a historical setting (ghost of tsushima has displayed better authenticity then any assassin's Creed I remember btw) this amazing game deserves to be in a league of its own, ESPECIALLY the combat, it smokes AC out the water in my opinion ( the last combat I truly enjoyed from assassin's Creed was unity, THAT took skill). GoT does have flaws, I wish there was more customization to gear, as in purchasing seperate armor components, that may have different affects on health, combat, etc. Instead you just unlock/discover armor/outfits that you can upgrade/dye. (Though helmet and mask are interchangeable but they seem just cosmetic). Biggest complaint is how you get the actual ghost armor late in the game, I DONT LIKE THAT, they marketed the game with that armor ON. I would assume you'll get it alot sooner. But whatever.

    The characters are good, I did form some love for some, annoyance for others (that was because of their actions/personality, not bad writing) the best part about the story is how it handles a conflict between holding one's honor/ego/self vs. doing what's necessary to protect someone. The big question is: will you sacrifice your honor(life) for someone's life? Or vice-versa? (Bare in mind feudal Japan's samurai culture was insanely honorable. Remember seppuku, cutting yourself open from waist as suicide from dishonor, their honor is LITERALLY THEIR LIFE). I love that conflict.

    All in all I did enjoy this game and I am still currently playing it, if you wish to go for all the trophies/achievements, it is very doable, personally I will enjoy the grind. Would give it 10 out of 10, but the story length, customisation options, were not my forte. (Story is not short, I'm just used to longer stories is all, regardless it is damn great!) I genuinely cannot wait for a sequel, I honestly hope there is a sequel.

    GHOST OF TSUSHIMA IS A GREAT GAME, GET IT.    … Expand
  51. Spliff007
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Really fun combat and story. Graphics are really good. Only thing that is not that great is the AI.
  52. Hyper23
    Aug 8, 2020
    9
    This game is one of the most beautiful I have ever played. The combat is exciting and satisfying, when fighting bosses or large groups of enemies and winning never felt easy. The game is also really immersive with getting rid of a HUD and making the wind your way of navigating. The story is top notch with you actually caring about many of characters in the game. Your also interested inThis game is one of the most beautiful I have ever played. The combat is exciting and satisfying, when fighting bosses or large groups of enemies and winning never felt easy. The game is also really immersive with getting rid of a HUD and making the wind your way of navigating. The story is top notch with you actually caring about many of characters in the game. Your also interested in many of the side missions with main characters own story line. My few nitpicks are a couple of bugs and that Jin is a pretty ok hero.… Expand
  53. Brock_Tennyson
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    Very very good game defenatly check out the photo mode can't stop playing this game. It's A Masterpiece
  54. greeneye-77
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    This is another amazing single player, story driven game from Playstation. I couldn’t put it down from startup. It scratches all the itches I look for in an open world game. Collectibles, character upgrades, side quests, and weapons upgrades. The game is visually gorgeous and the music and sound is top notch too. The story is compelling and had some moments where I was like “Hot damn!”This is another amazing single player, story driven game from Playstation. I couldn’t put it down from startup. It scratches all the itches I look for in an open world game. Collectibles, character upgrades, side quests, and weapons upgrades. The game is visually gorgeous and the music and sound is top notch too. The story is compelling and had some moments where I was like “Hot damn!” Sucker Punch really put thought and effort into this game and it shows. I love it when I feel I get my $60 worth with a game. My only complaints would be that while the stories of the side quests are good you basically do the same thing which is “go here and fight this group of enemies. This game is definitely in my Top Ten games of this generation.… Expand
  55. hazuki81
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    Top Sandbox Game. Story ist gut und wird durch die Nebenstorys sogar noch rund um Tsushima ausgebaut. Grafik bis auf wenige Ausnahmen sehr gut. Nur bei den Lichteffekten haben es die Entwickler etwas übertrieben. Und beim Kampfsystem ist die Kamera etwas suboptimal.
  56. Smckay
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    Great game. The gameplay and story draws you in . Its one of those games you don't want to stop playing snd when you do you find your self wanting more
  57. scr930
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    Engaging, immersive, fun and continuously incentivizng further exploration, GoT is one of my top 5 games of the PS4 generation.
  58. Tsunowa
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    This game was totally amazing, just finished Platinum and wanted more. The history is getting more interesting in the middle/final game, but was keep me always come back to play was the amazing side quests, world exploration and combat! Combat was the perfect challenge for me, really worth it each cent.
  59. NONAMESAMURAI
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    The graphic is beautiful, no other game is beautiful like this game. The game play is brilliant and satisfying. The photo mode is incredible, this is another level of photo mode. It has set the precedent for other game to follow it photo mode.
  60. qwertyl
    Aug 10, 2020
    9
    An astoundingly looking game with great gameplay mechanics and a pretty good story of self-reflection of the main character. The combat system is quite demanding at a higher difficulty especially on Lethal. One of the best open-world games to date.
  61. darth_jax
    Aug 11, 2020
    9
    Tôi đã có một hành trình tuyệt vời đầy cảm xúc. Ghost of Tsushima xứng đáng là một trong những tựa game hay nhất hệ máy PS4. Không cố gắng hoàn hảo về mọi mặt nhưng Sucker Punch hoàn toàn biết cách chạm đến trái tim người chơi, như một bản nhạc hay chỉ cần chạm đến cảm xúc chúng ta một giai điệu.
  62. Zinkee
    Aug 11, 2020
    9
    Amazing game with a great story and visuals. The only things keeping below 10 is the camera and the AI, the camera feels like another enemy in the game, while the AI can be the dumbest (even on lethal difficulty), I could assassinate someone and the NPC that is right next to him wouldn't even notice. Overall the best game I've played this year.
  63. Jtmr11801
    Aug 11, 2020
    9
    Just finished the game, beautiful story, loved the scenery's especially during one on one fights. I think it had the most beautiful backdrops of any game. So much so that I enjoyed the haikus bc of the scenery. That said, alot of repetitive tasks with little reward. I also would've liked all of the one on one fights to be as parry reliant as the the final one.
  64. Jagerman
    Aug 12, 2020
    9
    A wonderful game. The players have been waiting for this for so long and finally Sony has pleased its Playstation fans. Congratulations to the entire Sucker Punch team.
    We hope that the quality in the new next generation project will be higher.
  65. keivan98
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    This game is amazing. I like the story and the combat system. It is fun to play
  66. Kaelhunickk
    Aug 12, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Al principio no le tuve fe al juego. Pero luego de darle una oportunidad, creo que se merece esta nota. Sinceramente tanto la historia principal como las secundarias me mantuvieron entretenido durante todo el juego. La forma en la que Jinn lucha por detener a los mongoles teniendo que desafiar a su tío, dejando a un lado su honor como Samurai y convirtiéndote en el Ghost me gusto bastante. Por el lado de las subtramas, cada personaje se vuelve mas "humano" a partir de ellas y vamos conociendo sus decisiones. Es un muy buen juego que me encantó pero por cositas puntuales no le doy una nota perfecta… Expand
  67. EZLOPEZ2
    Aug 12, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game, graphics, history is really good, one of the best games of PS4...… Expand
  68. SiradruidtheIst
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    A beautiful and engaging game with top notch voice actors. The story telling is next level. Overall a great game.
  69. Kingsheepgamer
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    Ghost of Tsushima is one of the best games of this generation, not only is this game so immaculately great it is also the game we always wanted a freaking samurai game. ( You can also play as a stealthy ghost if you want to, your choice), they even took the gps to the next level instead of a line leading you on the mini map or huge arrows leading you on the road instead, you follow theGhost of Tsushima is one of the best games of this generation, not only is this game so immaculately great it is also the game we always wanted a freaking samurai game. ( You can also play as a stealthy ghost if you want to, your choice), they even took the gps to the next level instead of a line leading you on the mini map or huge arrows leading you on the road instead, you follow the wind with just a swipe up on the touchpad. Also there is no hid during open world and there barely is during combat just your health and resolve. This also got Kurosawa Mode HOW COOL IS THAT… Expand
  70. IronBird
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    Absolute masterpiece! Music is dope! Gameplay is great! Story is simple but hard enough to take your attention from start of it till the end. Gimme more of that!
  71. Alex5Gremlin
    Aug 15, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A gorgeous world with fun gameplay that you will get into after a while is just another example of Sucker Punch's skills. But the story and characters take the cake, especially Jin. If you want a game that's the ultimate samurai fantasy game, a story that shows how brutal and condemning war is, a barrage of characters that you'll remember to till the end and want to see another hypocritical villain like Thanos and protagonist that is really fun and memorable and to wear cool armour and masks and to show off your katana skills, this is the game to play. What a stunning game.… Expand
  72. awolfie
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    A wonderful game. Pkaying it is enjoyable, often being lost in its beauty scenery or the combats.
    Story is interesting and often rewarding. The sude missions, although after some tine a bit repetitive, are so interesting at the same time. Japanese culture well thought of. Happy to have fi ished it. Well done to the tean and its effords
  73. kuni92
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    前評判にビクビクしつつ、発売日に購入してプレイ。
    久々にハマりました。
    一部ではなんやかんや言われてるようですが、普通に良作でした。 海外で作られたゲームなので身振り手振りや台詞回し等の細かい部分は若干欧米ゼスチャーでしたが、時代劇に対する強い愛情を感じました。 後半、戦闘がマンネリ気味になったのとクリア後何もないのは寂しい。 しかし総合的に大満足です。 人にオススメしたいゲームのひとつになりました。    前評判にビクビクしつつ、発売日に購入してプレイ。
    久々にハマりました。
    一部ではなんやかんや言われてるようですが、普通に良作でした。
    海外で作られたゲームなので身振り手振りや台詞回し等の細かい部分は若干欧米ゼスチャーでしたが、時代劇に対する強い愛情を感じました。
    後半、戦闘がマンネリ気味になったのとクリア後何もないのは寂しい。
    しかし総合的に大満足です。
    人にオススメしたいゲームのひとつになりました。
  74. Bigtone541
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    Beautiful game with a very good story. Gameplay and combat mechanics were very smooth and responsive for the most part. A few camera angle issues here and there but nothing to ruin the experience. I recommend this to any gamer!
  75. CyberSoldierE
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    Amazing game! I was worried that it would get boring or repetitive but it was captivating from start to finish.
  76. gantou
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    I've been waiting for a good Samurai game that doesn't focus Japanese lores/demons forever. This game is near perfect. It looks gorgeous despite not relying in high quality models. Which also allows for the pleasantly surprising ability to load very fast. I do wish there was less stealth in the game play or not force it, but seeing that it is very key to the story I don't hold it againstI've been waiting for a good Samurai game that doesn't focus Japanese lores/demons forever. This game is near perfect. It looks gorgeous despite not relying in high quality models. Which also allows for the pleasantly surprising ability to load very fast. I do wish there was less stealth in the game play or not force it, but seeing that it is very key to the story I don't hold it against it completely. I'm hoping that they will release new game plus. I've already platinumed the game so i don't want to start again until there's a patch for it.… Expand
  77. Regenerated
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    "The proud do not endure"

    "The strength we need is all around us The mighty fall at last To be no more than dust before the wind" How do I say this? I had one of the greatest gaming moments in my life while playing Ghost of Tsushima when I was still relatively early in the game probably in the first quarter or first third. I was up in an upper room in a farmstead home overrun by a    "The proud do not endure"

    "The strength we need is all around us
    The mighty fall at last
    To be no more than dust before the wind"

    How do I say this?

    I had one of the greatest gaming moments in my life while playing Ghost of Tsushima when I was still relatively early in the game probably in the first quarter or first third. I was up in an upper room in a farmstead home overrun by a cadre of Mongol invaders and my purpose was to sneak around, cut down, pick off and whittle the foreign force down to size. Like a ghost. I was peeking out from one of that upper room windows and fired a bow shot and made a mess of it. Oops, not like a ghost at all. Before I know it, the alerted Mongol unit had figured out where I lurked and they rushed up the ladder to the floor I was at. The whole entire room was swamped with Mongol warriors including the leader of the squad, and I was fighting for my life. I had no other recourse but to unsheath and wield my katana into service. There I was dashing, dodging, parrying, rolling, slashing and thrusting in all directions towards an enemy foe or avoiding the slash of the blade of another one, or manoeuvring into a position of advantage or outmanoeuvring one that had me in his sights. When the whirling, clash and glint of metals had cleared, I remained standing and all around me were the dead bodies of my enemy. There are times, just like that, you feel like you are Maximus Decimus Meredius, Chen Zhen, Druss The Legend, John Wick all rolled into one. But Ghost of Tsushima provides its own identity, that is of the form of Jin Sakai that you now get a chance to be of.

    Then, in another moment of gaming, I had another experience where I felt I was Leonidas and the 300 Spartans at Thermopylae. I was out travelling the land, and stumbled upon some enemy scouts. I was overwhelmed but it so happened right behind me was a rocky hill that had a path wedged in between. And because of the lay of the ground as it is, I fell back purposefully retreating into the corridor flanked on both sides by outcrops, that kept the attackers front of me and bottlenecked. With that tactic, I was able to whittle the enemy force piecemeal and have them succumbing to me eventually.

    Highlighting two of those instances above probably is adequate.

    I have to point out the environment that you will be immersed in.... Oh my God, so beautiful at times, swirling with array of fallen leaves and caressed with flows of wind. The vistas, forests, shorelines, grasslands that greet your vision is so enthralling.

    The game is beautiful, breathtaking, captivating, atmospheric, engaging, absorbing, and heart-pulsing, when those occasions come into play.

    When you are in the midst of playing this game, it dawns upon you that the people - Sucker Punch, that is - that set to making this game a reality, truly love and care about it. You feel that same affection and attention put into to the main story and side stories that go along with it and how it has been fleshed to make it Japanese but at the same time universal. In addition, the homage paid to Japanese culture and samurai films of the past is also felt. It may not be entirely accurate timeline-wise, I guess, when it comes to things like the katana for example during the time of the first Mongol invasion, but the overall arc of it is cohesive using those Japanese related elements to furnish the game. Furthermore it is a work of fiction. It can be easily overlooked and does not detract from the story. It is a heartfelt one, and deep. And not just something tacked on just to backdrop a game, but it is profound. Gameplay mechanics, or design is nothing new. You would have encountered it with Lara Croft, or Nathan Drake or Far Cry (4) but it all come together very well for this game alone. Combat, to me, is fantastic with its diversity through stealth play or the various stances. It was very satisfying.

    I truly recommend Game of Tsushima. It has entered into my short list of games that you must play. I would say it is near perfect, and I give it 9/10 as a game. Even with that, I classify it as a masterpiece.    … Expand
  78. Joroken
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    I suck with writing reviews but I never felt so emotionally invested in such a game I absolutely love ghost of tsushima and I have faith in gaming again sucker punch made something truely special and was glad to experience it!
  79. Alvajry
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    This game is amazing. The landscapes are very promising and the game play is awesome. the story and music gets you engaged into the game. Needless to say, my only problem to the game is sometimes the camera will block your view by going around a tree or a Piller but other than that I really recommend this game.
  80. ALoveSupreme
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    Beautiful world with an engaging combat system. Experience is a cross between Breath of the wild and Horizon Zero Dawn.
  81. Darrius79
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    So having now put 50 plus hours into this game and finally finished it. I think it's time I give my opinion of this game. Ghost of Tsushima is a truly phenomenal game for alot of reasons. I haven't been this invested in an open world game in along while. GOT has a esome fight system that makes you feel like a true samurai after you dispatch five guys in a standoff or straight up fight. TheSo having now put 50 plus hours into this game and finally finished it. I think it's time I give my opinion of this game. Ghost of Tsushima is a truly phenomenal game for alot of reasons. I haven't been this invested in an open world game in along while. GOT has a esome fight system that makes you feel like a true samurai after you dispatch five guys in a standoff or straight up fight. The world is beautiful having huge fields with blowing long grass or forest with red or yellow leaves on the trees as well as the forest floor or having a duel in a field of red flowers. The game has an ability to make you want to explore as well as you should. Weather it's following a fox to shrine or a golden bird to an object or place you would have probably past. Having little to no hub is great. Giving you that movie feel. On that note my second play through will be in Kurosawa mode making the game not only feel like a movie but also look like it. This is a must play game! I definitely recommend this to action open world game players or anyone looking for a fun epic story driven game.I gave it a 9 for the slight technical issues (nothing gamebreaking)… Expand
  82. Samcro041285
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    Beautiful game with a lot to do without getting repetitive. One of those games you want to 100% My only problem with it is sometimesthe camera isn't great but apart from that I'd recommend it to anyone
  83. skeetertbone
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    Honestly, best game of 2020! Great gameplay, voice acting, and engaging story.
  84. Captain_Vimes
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    Wow ! Two words.... Buy It. NOW !!

    Yes it can all feel a bit samey now and again, but I don’t even care, taking 5 dudes out in super slow mo Samurai style, clicking straight into Ghost mode for a further three.... makes you feel like a Samurai Super Hero, and it NEVER gets old. Story - compelling and some side missions are truly touching and emotional. Gameplay - no joke - perfect    Wow ! Two words.... Buy It. NOW !!

    Yes it can all feel a bit samey now and again, but I don’t even care, taking 5 dudes out in super slow mo Samurai style, clicking straight into Ghost mode for a further three.... makes you feel like a Samurai Super Hero, and it NEVER gets old.

    Story - compelling and some side missions are truly touching and emotional.

    Gameplay - no joke - perfect

    Graphics - at their best they are amazing, but landscapes can get a bit glitchy. Give me DLC already people :)

    Also Kage is the best ;)    … Expand
  85. Faustino23
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    O jogo realmente muito bem elaborado, história bem digna a cultura japonesa. Algum detalhes de bugs mas nada que aos poucos as atualizações vem corrigindo, recomendo por ser uma experiência muito bem vinda neste final de geração e exclusivo, Playstation realmente é a estação de jogos mais bem servida.
  86. ShrimpsLord
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    Игра просто заебись, но есть постоянно встречаю баги. Но геймплею не мешает. Сюжет просто великолепен. Я даже прослезился. ИГРАТЬ ВСЕМ
  87. Ruzo
    Aug 15, 2020
    9
    This game is great really make me feel like a samurai plus the world is gorgeous full of detail
  88. L33_B152_
    Aug 15, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story flows as how most people will expect it would be. Fight, got beaten, learn new ways, get new allies and then revenge. The story of the game tells player that we need to make different choices in life in order to survive. Even though some times we need to break the tradition. Betrayal in order to survive in a desperate life is also introduced in the main story. The part where Jin learnt a new ways to accomplish his mission by breaking the tradition plays a pivotal point in the story and gameplay in the game. Throughout the story and side quest, from helping a villagers to find his missing father to rescuing Shimura, Sucker Punch successfully draws players attention by putting in those NPC’s shoes during a difficult moment (War).

    Combat was very satisfying and dangerous at the same time. Few hits by the opponent and you face loading screen. The game uses parrying and dodging system. Furthermore, the latest lethal difficulty punish player who made a mistake by dealing more damage, a more aggressive situation, and harder to parry and dodging but at the same time. However, “it’s 80 samurais against a thousands army”. Unlike samurai, the Mongols fight in group so don’t expect it’s going to be easy. The game offers a feature called “Standoff” which allowed player to take out 3 enemy (upgradable). This system still depend on the situation in the game as sometimes player did not get to choose to perform a standoff before starting a combat due to its story related. Players need to release the long hold triangle button instead of pushing the button to initiate the slash and 1 hit kill. This could be difficult at some point if player was nervous and did not release because all this while, I guess all game uses “press” instead of “release” the button to initiate a fight. See the reverse psychology here? But in the end of the fight, just like Sekiro, you will feel rewarding as hell and satisfied at the same time. Over time, you won’t feel fear walking in and out of the fight if you fight wisely. Try to challenge: Broken armour, no upgrade, no charm, lethal difficulty if you like!! The way the game let Jin to learn new stance is interesting. The process to unlock stances is by either observing the Mongols Commander moves in the camp or defeating them. Just like in real life, we learn from our opponent and then develop new skills to counter them. Hence, player was determine to learn more about Jin’s opponent in-game to unlock new skills. All 4 stance move has its own upper hand when facing different type of opponent. Over time, when you get used to it, try taking out opponent by using all types of stances. This game also offers the coolest Boss fight I’ve ever experienced. From the Mongol general to the classic samurai sword fight, you never see anything like this before in a game. On the stealth part. The enemy AI was a bit dumb. Took out a friend on the other room while his partner was not alerted by his voice.

    If you are someone that understands the Japanese culture, high chances are, you will appreciate every detail in this game. From the architecture design of a temples, shrines, pagodas, village houses, inns, the sewage in the village, every interior of these buildings was accurately or nearly portrait inside the game. The game also introduce “Haiku” (Japanese Poetry), where Jin appreciate the beauty of the nature in Tsushima island to reflect his current life. I myself practices Buddhism, at the very first time I saw the Goddess of Mercy in Golden Temple, I bow to the Goddess and surprisingly a lot of butterfly spawn out and I really appreciate how Sucker Punch connect those details together. The sword that Jin uses, it’s called “Tachi” instead of “Katana” in this game in case you switch into Japanese dub while playing. It is correctly pronounce in this game as in real historical timeline. Japanese sword during that time was called “Tachi”. However, please bear in mind that the “Chiburi” (action where Jin clear the blood away from his sword) was practice during the late Edo Period while the game timeline was Kamakura period. It’s not historically accurate at this point but it is still nice to have this features in the game. Throughout the story, Sucker Punch also expose to the player where different class of people during the feudal Japan holds different kind of lifestyle and difficulties in their daily life. From a thieves who stole a farmers food to those samurais who lost their masters and clan and become a “Ronin”.

    I always find myself staying at the same spot for a period of time to sink in and appreciate the artwork Sucker Punch has put into this game. Players are able to freeze a frame anytime and snap the creative photo whenever they want. I also like the way how the lightning in this game affects the overall tone and mood in this game. the word “Breathtaking” is the best word used to describe the graphic in this game.    … Expand
  89. DrAdzaa
    Aug 16, 2020
    9
    Just great game good story and really good ending i really enjoyed, side missions are also very cool and i like it with adaci
  90. Rei_Reviews
    Sep 14, 2020
    9
    Looks aren't everything, but they do help paint over the cracks. Ghost of Tsushima has no right to look as beautiful as it does, it's a video game after all, but it does, and it is visually spectacular. Couple this with fun and diverse combat and Ghost of Tsushima is a must play, so much so that this is the first game that I decided to get the platinum trophy for in nearly 5 years. VisualsLooks aren't everything, but they do help paint over the cracks. Ghost of Tsushima has no right to look as beautiful as it does, it's a video game after all, but it does, and it is visually spectacular. Couple this with fun and diverse combat and Ghost of Tsushima is a must play, so much so that this is the first game that I decided to get the platinum trophy for in nearly 5 years. Visuals and Sound (9/10), Gameplay (8/10), Story (9/10)

    Visuals and Sound (9/10) From the very first scene, riding your horse into battle, you can see how beautiful this world is and that Sucker Punch has put a ridiculous amount of effort in to make it so. It was a a little odd at first to see literally everything moving on screen, because it's just not something I've seen in a video game before, you might get some moving grass or a swaying tree but that's about it. In GoT it's every blade of grass, every flower, every leaf (and there are lots of leaves) that move whenever there is a gust of wind. Now that I've seen it, there's no excuse for other developers. When you're standing atop a mountain after just traversing a cleverly designed shrine puzzle, and you pan the camera you can see snow capped mountains in the distance, the yellow leaves of the Golden Temple, and the fields of rolling grass. it is amazing. But then you see the water close up and the illusion is broken, and you start to notice everything else that's not quite as good as it should be. You notice the guiding bird getting stuck on a tree, you notice that you can't see when you try to fight a Mongol in their tent, you notice the horse that's conveniently placed itself between you and the camera in a standoff and you notice it when the whole last area is just snow.
    Sound is also done really well, it never really strays from being an ambient noise that you would expect to hear when in nature. Chirping birds, squealing deer, distant fights all help to create a world that feels lived in. I played with Japanese audio and English subtitles (because Zoro, and it's Japan) and there were a few times where the subtitles didn't match to the Japanese that i could understand, but that might just be a dialect thing and it isn't really game defining. I did switch to English after I'd finished to see what it sounded like, and it was just weird. I recommend Japanese with English subtitles.

    Gameplay (8/10) It's an open world game, and it does everything you'd expect an open world game to do. Clear out enemy territories, scale tall areas, find hidden items, and go on all too samey side quests. It's nothing new, and GoT doesn't do anything revolutionary with the gameplay. Combat is fun. You get an absolutely awesome feeling when you pull off multiple perfect parries in a row and the Mongols that are watching fall over and run away. You have multiple stances to choose from depending on which enemy you are fighting at any particular time, and changing between the stances is super fluid and feels natural. The duels, where I think this game particularly excels in the combat are engaging, challenging, and fun, but there aren't enough of them. I played on Medium for the first Act because it was too easy, and switched to Lethal in Act 2. Somehow switching to lethal made the game easier, i died a few more times, but when you parry well you will almost always get a kill, and parrying isn't difficult.

    Story (9/10) The story isn't groundbreaking, but the way it is developed through the environments in the Island of Tsushima is what makes this story engaging. The constantly moving wind and environment really helped to build the mythos of the divine wind (Kamikaze) that protected Japanese shores from the Mongol invasions, and throughout the story you felt like you were becoming this legend.

    I can't wait for the upcoming DLC, and hopefully a sequel in the years to come.    … Expand
  91. JonathanIsBro
    Aug 17, 2020
    9
    Жду не дождусь уже потратить своё время больше чем сейчас черт подери да... вообщем
  92. Tekbexind
    Aug 17, 2020
    9
    Additional free surprise online co-op! Definitely my personal GOTY. Thank you, Sucker Punch.
  93. Jasen_30
    Aug 18, 2020
    9
    One of the best single player campaign that I have played in a long time.
  94. TaroNaza
    Aug 19, 2020
    9
    Loved it!!
    Nice graphics and very good gameplay and I loved the music, I liked how their historical representation was so accurate, nice combat system and the story well written and well-executed! TOTALLY WORTH IT
  95. Magical_Aids
    Aug 20, 2020
    9
    This game is really a 9 but after platting this game. i still want to go restart all over again and were getting multiplayer. Music score out of the world, Combat fun and rewarding Characters amazing. So fun great game almost perfect, but it is unoriginal 3rd person open world BUT i didnt say it was a bad thing because it made me fall in love with the genre again for 30+ hours and after iThis game is really a 9 but after platting this game. i still want to go restart all over again and were getting multiplayer. Music score out of the world, Combat fun and rewarding Characters amazing. So fun great game almost perfect, but it is unoriginal 3rd person open world BUT i didnt say it was a bad thing because it made me fall in love with the genre again for 30+ hours and after i was done i was satisfied with the whole game. 1 of the Best 60$ investments (on this gen)… Expand
  96. PushPau
    Aug 21, 2020
    9
    Прошёл игру сегодня со всеми дополнительными квестами. Это потрясающее, аутентичное приключение. Все задания интересные, нет типичных "сходи-принеси три ветки оливы". Каждая сайд-миссия оформлена и ощущается, как отдельное приключение, история, над которой трудились, убирая лишнее. Не было заданий, которые я бы захотел убрать из игры из-за их бессмысленности.
    Красивейший мир. Да,    Прошёл игру сегодня со всеми дополнительными квестами. Это потрясающее, аутентичное приключение. Все задания интересные, нет типичных "сходи-принеси три ветки оливы". Каждая сайд-миссия оформлена и ощущается, как отдельное приключение, история, над которой трудились, убирая лишнее. Не было заданий, которые я бы захотел убрать из игры из-за их бессмысленности.
    Красивейший мир. Да, технически графика устарела, но не настолько, чтобы воротить нос от нее. Мы стали забывать, что игры ценны не только визуалом. Хотя мы и вправе требовать определенного технического уровня от AAA, особенно когда соседи показывает вау-эффект, но игра - это в первую очередь впечатления, эмоции, опыт. Если в игре сама ИГРА крутая, то графика отходит на второй план. Играм на Switch скудная графика, например, не мешает быть увлекательными. В Цусиме меня смущали некоторые элементы графики первые пару часов. Я думал: "Ну как так можно, 2020 год, что это за мутные текстуры, почему герой лазает так, как-будто у него реактивный ранец за спиной" и т.д. Но потом это уходит. Ты погружаешься в игру, как это было в детстве, когда угловатые головы рассказывали цепляющие истории и срать было на графон.
    Анимации лиц и движений в Цусиме отличные. В динамике все выглядит потрясающе, работа художников великолепна. Бои ощущаются круто, проходил на самом сложном уровне, который недавно появился. Рекомендую на нем, там есть вызов и реальное чувство борьбы, все механики начинают работать. По структуре сюжет напомнил Mass Effect 2, когда мы собираем команду, выполняем их хотелки, а они потом нам помогают, а в конце прем на самоубийственную миссию. Приятная отсылка. Финал сильнейший. Саундтрек - в душу. Я кайфанул от игры. Эмоционально на 9 баллов чистыми. Жду кооператив.    … Expand
  97. Lewburrow99
    Dec 2, 2020
    9
    Wasn’t expecting much, just a cool looking samurai game. After around 50 hours and the platinum trophy it turned out to be one of my favourite games of the year. Exploration feels very rewarding and addictive (not like a chore like most other games). The combat is clean and feels amazing paired with a good story. Would 100% recommend to anyone who loves samurai movies/games and or fun openWasn’t expecting much, just a cool looking samurai game. After around 50 hours and the platinum trophy it turned out to be one of my favourite games of the year. Exploration feels very rewarding and addictive (not like a chore like most other games). The combat is clean and feels amazing paired with a good story. Would 100% recommend to anyone who loves samurai movies/games and or fun open world games.… Expand
  98. PierreNahm
    Aug 22, 2020
    9
    Jogaço, gameplay fantástica com um sistema de combate viciante, ambientação linda, vale a compra!
  99. babaganoosh08
    Aug 23, 2020
    9
    Take a bow SP, take a bow. I can appreciate a game like this may get tiresome and repetitive for some but I found the length just right. Beautiful landscapes, lots to explore, various ways to play and more than enough customizable options. The ability to play in full Kurosawa mode alone is worth a replay but I'm going to save that for the PS5 version.
  100. swagg2087
    Aug 23, 2020
    9
    This game is dope! From the graphics, to the world building, the combat system, and quality of content. This is the kind of game Sony and Sucker Punch should be proud of. This game would be a 10 but there are some minor technical glitches, like Jin's feet always seem to go through the ground on inclines. Also the bird that leads you places doesn't always work correctly and the camera canThis game is dope! From the graphics, to the world building, the combat system, and quality of content. This is the kind of game Sony and Sucker Punch should be proud of. This game would be a 10 but there are some minor technical glitches, like Jin's feet always seem to go through the ground on inclines. Also the bird that leads you places doesn't always work correctly and the camera can be a pain sometimes, but overall a superb game. And as a bonus the multi-player looks like its gonna be great too. Just have to wait and see, but hey its free!! Thank you Sucker Punch!!!… Expand
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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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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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