Ghost of Tsushima

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 21430 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19,664 out of 21430
  2. Mixed: 823 out of 21430
  3. Negative: 943 out of 21430
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  1. VsAssassin
    Oct 5, 2020
    9
    I will start off by saying, "Do not skip this gem from Sucker Punch!" As a late-gen title, Ghost of Tsushima shines the brightest. Every facet of it delivers and makes for a game that combines gameplay and narrative so seamlessly. Yes, I never knew slashing through enemies (or dueling them) and unravelling a revenge story in Ghost could be this engaging! Please, reader, if you have $60 toI will start off by saying, "Do not skip this gem from Sucker Punch!" As a late-gen title, Ghost of Tsushima shines the brightest. Every facet of it delivers and makes for a game that combines gameplay and narrative so seamlessly. Yes, I never knew slashing through enemies (or dueling them) and unravelling a revenge story in Ghost could be this engaging! Please, reader, if you have $60 to spare, get this amazing game. You will be doing yourself a great favor--trust me!… Expand
  2. Frankdnb
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, beautiful, fun to play. I wish more games had this level of polish and quality storytelling.
  3. Honest-Review
    Oct 5, 2020
    9
    As close to a masterpiece as games come.

    First off, i played this game on a base PS4 on a LG9 TV and i can not begin to tell you how stunning it looked. It is 100 percent the most beautiful looking game on a console. I could sit here all night and tell you about how wonderful the game is and how cool Lord Sakai is but i will instead list my dislikes as my likes are too many. Devs please    As close to a masterpiece as games come.

    First off, i played this game on a base PS4 on a LG9 TV and i can not begin to tell you how stunning it looked. It is 100 percent the most beautiful looking game on a console. I could sit here all night and tell you about how wonderful the game is and how cool Lord Sakai is but i will instead list my dislikes as my likes are too many. Devs please listen.

    1: Enemies can get a little repetitive looking.
    2: I would have liked a little more music in the game.
    3: i think there is a 3rd thing but i cant remember it right now haha.

    BUY THIS GAME! If you are reading this a year later and the game is on sale for under 20, give your head a wobble and stop reading and looking into this game, it will spoil it! BUY IT NOW! GOOOO, LEAVE!    … Expand
  4. shankazama
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    Amazing and breathtaking game. If poetry was a game, this is it. A great story that is engaging and emotional. It has a couple of gut-punching moments that really makes its mark.

    Design wise, this game is one of the most beautiful and artsy game ever.

    Do not skip out on this one, you will thank me.
  5. LinkSolid3
    Oct 5, 2020
    9
    Game of the year contender here is why.
    Very diverse gameplay. Once you start to learn how to parry, switching fight stances on the fly during the middle of combat, the skills you unlock, the charm buffs, the various accessories you get to help you fight. Your ghost abilities give you multiple stealth assassinate abilities the game is so awesome.
    There is no hud on then screen only when    Game of the year contender here is why.
    Very diverse gameplay. Once you start to learn how to parry, switching fight stances on the fly during the middle of combat, the skills you unlock, the charm buffs, the various accessories you get to help you fight. Your ghost abilities give you multiple stealth assassinate abilities the game is so awesome.

    There is no hud on then screen only when you want to activate an action command there is the wind chimes that help you navigate where to go by blowing wind on the various plants in the world that bend towards the direction you need to go.

    You can plan attacks when entering the various mongol bases in a variety of ways. Take out watchers by bow, sneak in from the roofs and start picking enemies off one by one as if you were Batman. Use darts one of which can 6 there are many ways to approach each situation.

    The world is beautiful where you can just follow smoke in the sky to a camp, follow the wind to new destinations, follow the foxes to shrines, follow the birds, gateways and other environmental clues that makes it feel so much more immersive.

    The developers also are giving additional content in the form of new game plus, online multiplayer mode, additional customization options and much more all as part of the game for no additional charge. Developers take note this is how you make and deliver a game.    … Expand
  6. nityy
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    This is amazing! This game is SO beautiful. I played 2 acts and I think, that it's as good as The Last of Us 2
  7. Millenibill
    Oct 5, 2020
    9
    Sure some of the side quests are fetch quests or make you feel like you're repeating a bit. But they're optional. The story is great and the mechanics are a ton of fun. Fantastic game.
  8. weishen
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    This game gave it's target audience exactly what they want. A great story of a badass hero wearing badass armor outfits with a fun engaging combat mechanic to fight invading bad guys. This game is the best way to visit ancient Japan as a samurai. I wish there will be more games like this that focus for it's target audience.
  9. Underpants158
    Oct 4, 2020
    8
    So basically I think it's a great game and I attribute that sentiment to the world of GoT. I just really liked the world. It was a beautiful world to be in and walk around. Rarely do I stop to admire the scenery in triple A games even though games like Uncharted 4 repeatedly tell you to **** do it. However in this game I found myself purposefully walking instead of running just so I couldSo basically I think it's a great game and I attribute that sentiment to the world of GoT. I just really liked the world. It was a beautiful world to be in and walk around. Rarely do I stop to admire the scenery in triple A games even though games like Uncharted 4 repeatedly tell you to **** do it. However in this game I found myself purposefully walking instead of running just so I could soak it all in. The story is well told. If you know anything about samurai you know they wouldn't be down for sneaking around and stabbing people in the back. Thankfully the story touches on this a lot, more than just a throw away justification. The side characters also have their own side missions that focus on their storyline. Those weren't too interesting to me so frankly didn't finish any of them. My time in the world clocked in around 30 hours I would guess.

    The gameplay is fun and exciting because successfully parrying is very important as it gives you the ability to heal and do special moves. However the gameplay doesn't really change as your progress. There are duels, which essentially are boss fights, but they are pretty much the same throughout. The enemies are slightly different but overall the same. You have different stances to deal with different enemy types but that also doesn't feel like a noticeable change to the gameplay. I don't have a problem with this but it should be mentioned. Speaking of the boss fights, they are intense! And failure doesn't feel punishing. You start the duel right from the beginning a mere 5 or so seconds after gameover. Actually I kind of wished there was a press X to continue option just so I could collect myself before the rematch. But who can complain about ultra fast load times right?    … Expand
  10. SternRitter
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Simply incredible!!! Beautiful graphics, amazing combat, many secrets to uncover, and great voice acting! No agenda and most importantly the game is FUN!!!
  11. Arman_dot24
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    One of the most gorgeous games i have ever played in my life. Combat mechanics are good and it was satisfying for me at least.
  12. Thr33-Nin3s
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    Brilliant game with great art, storyline arc and overall gameplay. Decent amount of side quests which are also varied in nature (not just fetch quests). Decent enemy AI which will challenge the player especially on hard mode.
    Detailed and extensive skill tree to suit many different play styles although I found I generally stuck to a limited few simply because they were effective.    Brilliant game with great art, storyline arc and overall gameplay. Decent amount of side quests which are also varied in nature (not just fetch quests). Decent enemy AI which will challenge the player especially on hard mode.
    Detailed and extensive skill tree to suit many different play styles although I found I generally stuck to a limited few simply because they were effective.
    Occasional graphical “bleeds” ie...grass outside a tent or structure popping through solid walls...but nothing major and easily lived with.
    Definitely buy this game if you enjoy beautiful open worlds, non linear play, challenging boss fights and a rich, detailed story. Easily my personal “Game of the Year” so far.    … Expand
  13. Mitchewix
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Amazing combat system and the game is gorgeous! I couldn't put my controller down! The game is also filled with content!
  14. St-Anger
    Oct 3, 2020
    4
    Get out of here with all these 10's!!
    This game is not a 10 at all. Its an extremely average game. When I first started out playing I did see its potential that unfortunately got boring fast. I'm just glad I purchased it on disc because I ended up trading it in.

    Feel free to give it a go but much better games are available than this!
  15. Kwstaras
    Oct 2, 2020
    7
    Excellent combat (a bit hack & slash, but entirely new) and a wonderful scenery. Unfortunately, most of the (unnecessarily many) side quests are somehow in repeat. Scenario is OK! At the end of the day, most of the credits go to the beautiful scenes, sound and environment (reminding me of Kurosawa in RAN)!!!
  16. Hjalle100
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    Ghost of Tsushima is one of the greatest games I have ever played. The game includes an amazing story with a beautiful open world. Thrilling side quests and amazing tales. Side content is amazing including fox shrines, cosmetic shrines and much much more. If you're thinking of buying it then buy it. The reason i gave it a 9 wa because i missed a New Game+ which is a feature that most gamesGhost of Tsushima is one of the greatest games I have ever played. The game includes an amazing story with a beautiful open world. Thrilling side quests and amazing tales. Side content is amazing including fox shrines, cosmetic shrines and much much more. If you're thinking of buying it then buy it. The reason i gave it a 9 wa because i missed a New Game+ which is a feature that most games miss but New Game+ in Ghost of Tsushima would be amazing. But overall an amazing experience for all.… Expand
  17. MSAN2020
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente juego, el post final es muy diverso y luego de matar al Kahn los diálogos se adaptan a ese hecho, se nota que todas las acciones que hagas tienen repercusión en el desarrollo de los diálogos y eso es algo de admirar en mi punto de vista.

    El paisaje en todo momento permite disfrutar de un japón con gran diversidad biológica    … Expand
  18. christopher_912
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    This is one of my favorite games of all time. Easily in the top 3. I'm not saying it's the best game of all time and it might not be everyone's type of game but I absolutely love it. I love japanese folk lure and myths/legends. And it's gotta be one of if not the most beautiful game I've ever seen. The artwork, the weather and even down to the leaves just make it so immersive. I think theThis is one of my favorite games of all time. Easily in the top 3. I'm not saying it's the best game of all time and it might not be everyone's type of game but I absolutely love it. I love japanese folk lure and myths/legends. And it's gotta be one of if not the most beautiful game I've ever seen. The artwork, the weather and even down to the leaves just make it so immersive. I think the game play is addictive and the swordplay is so satisfying. The only disappointed is that there's no new game plus or way to replay missions. Which suck cause if you unlock everything by the end of the game there's no way to replay with those unlockables but either way I love this game and hope there's more to come… Expand
  19. lilrickerr
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    game was 10/10 i enjoyed every moment of it. The only game that i would ever pay full price for and was worth it.
  20. Millymolly
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Отличная игра. Стилистика, боёвка супер. Хорошее времяпрепровождение обеспечено. Немного не понравилось открывать вручную карту, как-то привычнее вышки, но это наверное дело вкуса и разрабы внесли нечто новое в жанр. Считаю что с этой игрой разработчики вышли на новый уровень.Отличная игра. Стилистика, боёвка супер. Хорошее времяпрепровождение обеспечено. Немного не понравилось открывать вручную карту, как-то привычнее вышки, но это наверное дело вкуса и разрабы внесли нечто новое в жанр. Считаю что с этой игрой разработчики вышли на новый уровень.
  21. jaxs0n12
    Oct 1, 2020
    9
    I thoroughly enjoyed GoT. I got the Platinum trophy and enjoyed just about every second of Jin's journey.

    The story was good enough--nothing crazy and nothing really caught me off guard. I cared about Jin but cared more for his companion's--I feel like Noria, Taka, Lady M, and such all had more character development than Jin but that is OK. The game does get repetitive if you are    I thoroughly enjoyed GoT. I got the Platinum trophy and enjoyed just about every second of Jin's journey.

    The story was good enough--nothing crazy and nothing really caught me off guard. I cared about Jin but cared more for his companion's--I feel like Noria, Taka, Lady M, and such all had more character development than Jin but that is OK.

    The game does get repetitive if you are trying to clear every settlement and town. While killing Mongols is awesome due to the combat being challenging and fun ( I loved trying to get perfect parrys) going into a town and clearing them of Mongols got old after a bit.

    The Tales were all solid. Again, the writing did not blow my mind but the Tale were, for the most part, unique enough to be interesting. They weren't always "go here, find this person, kill them," but tended to have some kind of twist or variation. I liked that.

    The game may be the best looking on the PS4. The setting is amazing and SuckerPunch nailed the views. I'd say this game is a must-play for all.    … Expand
  22. MGS_WayOfHonour
    Oct 1, 2020
    10
    Flawless - engaging, entertaining, with definite values and a tonal quality that is unmatched.
  23. SaltyDalty
    Sep 30, 2020
    6
    I'm going to start this by saying I haven't finished this game, I only got a lot bit into act two. The only reason I stopped here is because I felt like I experienced all the game had to offer. All the enemies were the same, all the "bosses" were the same, no new weapons, and all the areas look the same. I would keep playing if it gave me something new, but right now I'm just bored. It'sI'm going to start this by saying I haven't finished this game, I only got a lot bit into act two. The only reason I stopped here is because I felt like I experienced all the game had to offer. All the enemies were the same, all the "bosses" were the same, no new weapons, and all the areas look the same. I would keep playing if it gave me something new, but right now I'm just bored. It's not a bad game, the game play was fun it looks good, I'm just not getting anything new and interesting to keep me playing.… Expand
  24. Mariocc0930
    Sep 30, 2020
    10
    De los mejores juegos de samurais que se pueden jugar, gráficos impresionantes y jugabilidad increíblemente buena
  25. hosseinpsg
    Sep 30, 2020
    10
    wow, very good game, i love the way of story and gameplay show the world of samurai
  26. Joeypickles
    Sep 29, 2020
    10
    I've only played 5 hours, but so far this game is fantastic! The combat feels incredible and the story is gripping. The world is also incredibly beautiful and immersive.
  27. Svi
    Sep 29, 2020
    7
    Promising. I thought this game will be different than other generic open worlds. But finally a bit boring as any generic open world and it took me times to finish it. Still not my cup of tea.
  28. browat
    Sep 29, 2020
    0
    Honestly surprised the user sore is so high for this game. I thought it was just ok. Ghost of Tsushima offers some pretty landscapes, but they are lifeless. The movement is relatively clunky, and it really could have benefitted from some refinement there. It's a game where there are elements of ninja-like stealth, but the movement is extremely one dimensional. You hide in the grass, stayHonestly surprised the user sore is so high for this game. I thought it was just ok. Ghost of Tsushima offers some pretty landscapes, but they are lifeless. The movement is relatively clunky, and it really could have benefitted from some refinement there. It's a game where there are elements of ninja-like stealth, but the movement is extremely one dimensional. You hide in the grass, stay out of sight, and that's about it in terms of stealth. They do a great job with the map, but moving throughout it is also very one dimensional.

    I won't go on with a long review, but I was unfortunately pretty disappointed by this game. It's also pretty ridiculous that so many people are using TLOU2 to influence their review of this game. They are completely different games that happened to come out within a month of each other. Too many biased reviews here, I'd pay attention to the critic score for this one.    … Expand
  29. LucasZeta
    Sep 28, 2020
    10
    You can pet the foxes.
    You can relax on springs.
    You can compose rap songs.


    10/10
  30. deadxlift
    Sep 29, 2020
    4
    Looks quite nice for the most part, but that's about it. The Japanese paint job that was slapped on the same old open world mechanics can't stop the game from feeling incredibly generic after a couple of hours. Combat is too easy, camera is clunky, too. Probably would have felt better if it came out a couple of years ago, now it's just a bunch of mechanics that have been done better byLooks quite nice for the most part, but that's about it. The Japanese paint job that was slapped on the same old open world mechanics can't stop the game from feeling incredibly generic after a couple of hours. Combat is too easy, camera is clunky, too. Probably would have felt better if it came out a couple of years ago, now it's just a bunch of mechanics that have been done better by other games.… 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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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 122 Critic Reviews

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