Ghost of Tsushima

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 21430 Ratings

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  1. iSkimpyKnickers
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    One of the best looking and best paced games I've ever seen. Unfortunately critics seem to think that this is a game that is too familiar. But I believe it to be much more of a experience compared to games like assasins creed which they like to compare it to.
  2. JayK-jr
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is Breathtaking. The story is so well paced and it all wraps up together so well. The game made me build relationships with each of the characters through the side character missions which helped pad out the story and character. There is so much greatness in this game, from the story the combat and oh my god the visuals, this has to be the best looking and stylistic PS4 game to date. SPOILER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    The ending of the game where you have to fight your uncle was excruciating and the final two choices had me stuck for which felt like hours deciding what fate I should leave him. I regretfully at the time chose To honour my uncles wishes and give him a honourable death, however the emotion in that ending had me choking on my words and in my opinion is the better of the two. The visuals of the game are outstanding with all the particle effects with the fallen leaves let’s you feel fully immersed in this world and is an actual enjoyable open world to adventure with lots of stuff to do. I also found myself just staring off into the distance admiring the visuals and not to forget about that amazing photo mode they have added into the game.
    The combat is a challenging and heart racing experience where the fluidity of the swordplay and different stances and parry moves you can pull off really put me on edge and felt amazing to play. However the camera is a struggle at times where I found myself indoors hoping that the person behind me didn’t attack as I could not see a thing or move my camera fast enough or at a good angle and because there is no lock on, although which I think would of hurt the game, it still made it hard to target the right enemies either way.
    Other than the camera that had me on the ropes 25% of the time this game is an outstanding achievement and I applaud sucker punch and everyone who worked on the game they have done an amazing job and undoubtedly, have created one of my favourite games of all time.

    Thank you to all the devs and everyone involved in making this game. You have made a masterpiece.    … Expand
  3. MightyMase04
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Beautiful graphics, immersive gameplay, outstanding combat, relatable characters, and brilliant storytelling.

    Sucker Punch hit this one out of the park, and they're getting my 10/10 right along with it.
  4. chf_justice
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    I'm about 10 hours in and I'm loving this game. In the early game (on Hard), the combat is manageable when fighting 1-2 enemies but when against a patrol (of 5 or more enemies) I get overwhelmed and have to resort to ghost tactics.

    I just feel a sense of realism having to resort to ghost tactics to win against the enemy. Though as I get more technique points, I can slowly take on more    I'm about 10 hours in and I'm loving this game. In the early game (on Hard), the combat is manageable when fighting 1-2 enemies but when against a patrol (of 5 or more enemies) I get overwhelmed and have to resort to ghost tactics.

    I just feel a sense of realism having to resort to ghost tactics to win against the enemy. Though as I get more technique points, I can slowly take on more enemies at a time.

    Very fun combat. Exploring the open world by relying on the guiding wind is also a breeze and immersive.    … Expand
  5. Rudiculous_07
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    This game is actually really beautiful and pretty addicting . However no game is perfect it does have some bugs. But this story is quite fresh and good. Good games play. But most of the low rating are from woke people from last of us 2 who can't accept the fact . That this game I actually good. Japan actually like the game but American critics hate the game and calling racist and factualThis game is actually really beautiful and pretty addicting . However no game is perfect it does have some bugs. But this story is quite fresh and good. Good games play. But most of the low rating are from woke people from last of us 2 who can't accept the fact . That this game I actually good. Japan actually like the game but American critics hate the game and calling racist and factual wrong . So they're trying to say that Japan hates the game. The hypocrisy is unreal. Such hypocrites.… Expand
  6. 4Aiur
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    One of the most engaging and gorgeous open world games. Better than breath of the wild. Worth a shot, recommend to any type of gamer. Even if souls type of games aren't your thing(this is not really a souls game imo)
  7. Homeroids
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Loved this game. It's simply fun and a bit more like an AC game but with enough original ideas to take away, the been there done that, feel of an AC game. Plus who can argue about the cool theme? Some Pro reviews have noted the seeming contradictions of the Samurai code and the game breaking this code. It's a game. The writing also tries to deal with this dilemma. Is it perfectly dealtLoved this game. It's simply fun and a bit more like an AC game but with enough original ideas to take away, the been there done that, feel of an AC game. Plus who can argue about the cool theme? Some Pro reviews have noted the seeming contradictions of the Samurai code and the game breaking this code. It's a game. The writing also tries to deal with this dilemma. Is it perfectly dealt with? Probably not... but I don't care because it's a fun game. I don't expect games based on a historic theme to be 100% correct. I expect them to be fun to play. Heck, we had female soldiers in BFV. All good if that adds to your fun. Technically, the game is not perfect when it comes to some animations (eg looting) but again, I don't care. One thing I really noticed - the incredible fast load times for fast travel. 5 seconds at most for me. Not sure how they did that. After putting in 100+hrs into AC:Odyssey, where fast travel times were not that fast, this is one part of GoT I really loved, from a technical PoV. Cannot recommend this game enough!… Expand
  8. Unnatbiswal
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game beautifully represents samurai culture and emotions. Every side story you play has a different emotion. As a open world game, you would accept this game to be like a Assassins game, specifically like odyssey or origins which felt absolutely bleak, but this game does what almost no assassins game, or GTA game has done, it makes you feel for all its characters. Through the progression of story it makes you feel for its main characters, every characters motive seem absolutely justified. Most importantly this game makes you feel like a samurai and also a Ninja but it’s challenging combat also reminds that you are alone out in this island trying to kill other trained warriors. It successfully gives you a lesson on pride, it even tests you at key moments, if you are ready to give in your pride for the sake of your people or keep your pride for the death of your people. Next to The Last of us part 2 this game is absolutely Game of the year worthy and a must play. Game contains partial nudity and a whole lot of violence, maybe not par with the last of us part 2 but enough to make you think that you are reckless.… Expand
  9. YungKravies_96
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Easily the most beautiful, breath taking, enjoyable game I’ve played in the ps4 era, words just can’t do this game justice you have to play it for yourself, the attention to detail and the combat is satisfying it just leaves you wanting more and more, haven’t been hooked on a game this hard since the Witcher 3. Within my top 3 by a mile, obviously had its bugs and Imperfections here andEasily the most beautiful, breath taking, enjoyable game I’ve played in the ps4 era, words just can’t do this game justice you have to play it for yourself, the attention to detail and the combat is satisfying it just leaves you wanting more and more, haven’t been hooked on a game this hard since the Witcher 3. Within my top 3 by a mile, obviously had its bugs and Imperfections here and there but what open world game doesn’t? Also the insanely fast load times are worth mentioning especially for a game of this scale. Not even half way through the game yet and I’m already thinking about my next play through, an absolute master class in open world and samurai games, easy 10 for me.… Expand
  10. Tonarestriga
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    This game is far form perfect but I have to say it is a breath of fresh air as of late. Here are a few things I did and did not enjoy about the game.

    Pros:excellent combat systems, well tuned difficulty settings, amazing landscapes, and well programmed quests. Cons:over use of one certain theme (the senseless murder of helpless women and children) throughout the game, chat between    This game is far form perfect but I have to say it is a breath of fresh air as of late. Here are a few things I did and did not enjoy about the game.

    Pros:excellent combat systems, well tuned difficulty settings, amazing landscapes, and well programmed quests.

    Cons:over use of one certain theme (the senseless murder of helpless women and children) throughout the game, chat between protagonist and random characters have chat bubble mistakes where protagonist is listed as a “peasant” before his lines.    … Expand
  11. OmegaSG1
    Jul 26, 2020
    7
    Game is your typical open world. Ok story, good combat, and sketchy enemy AI. Its pretty. Its smooth. Its glitchy. At one point my Jin was running around with two broken arms hanging at his side. I have been shot with arrows through the sides of rock mountains. Good, fun game, but needs work.
  12. Delsin7
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Looks amazing. The world is beautiful, Combat is satisfying and the Story/Characters are great. Animations are meh sometimes but who cares if everything else is perfect.
  13. Reaperofoz
    Jul 26, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is pretty good. Just found chasing foxes a bit repetitive. I did not like the fact that my horse got killed. And that I had to kill so many dogs. Game had various bugs and glitchy mechanics. Game is very basic and gave no mental challenges. Decent game but not 10/10.… Expand
  14. Maxinux
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. Very polished, beautiful and amazing in every way. The story, the acting, the music, the action. It feels like every bit of this game made with passion. One of the best game of this generation. Thank you Sucker Punch and Sony for this amazing experience.
  15. TheCrabbyCow
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    It's definitely something you should play for yourself. By no means is it something I would rate a 9.5 or a 10 due to a few kinks such as the camera during combat situations, or how Jin Sakai can be a bit of a dull character, but It has some pretty good combat with some real challenge and an excellent story. Go ahead and pick it up if you feel like doing some cathartic sword slicing,It's definitely something you should play for yourself. By no means is it something I would rate a 9.5 or a 10 due to a few kinks such as the camera during combat situations, or how Jin Sakai can be a bit of a dull character, but It has some pretty good combat with some real challenge and an excellent story. Go ahead and pick it up if you feel like doing some cathartic sword slicing, petting red foxes or writing Haikus.… Expand
  16. Raythegreat
    Jul 26, 2020
    2
    Not that I don't enjoy the game, but don't really get why ppl rip on last of us 2 and praise this game so much, the graphics is ok not great, and the plot I could understand when I was 5: Japanese Samurai good, Mongolian bad, very one dimensional with occasional interneral struggle for Jin due to his obsession to follow the samurai code to the letter, can't really find things to praiseNot that I don't enjoy the game, but don't really get why ppl rip on last of us 2 and praise this game so much, the graphics is ok not great, and the plot I could understand when I was 5: Japanese Samurai good, Mongolian bad, very one dimensional with occasional interneral struggle for Jin due to his obsession to follow the samurai code to the letter, can't really find things to praise other than the awsome sword fight… Expand
  17. jman_00
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Truly one of the best games I've ever played. I found myself struggling to put down the controller. The only games I enjoyed this much were God of war 4, The Last of Us part one, and the Witcher 3. The story, voice acting, visuals are just all amazing. I really have no complaints with this game. I would give it a 9.5 out of ten.
  18. Warlike78
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Great game with amazing atmosphere, immersion, game play, and characters. Unlike a certain AAA game that fails at some of these. But this game deserves it's own spotlight that allows it to shine as it's own piece of art, mainly with the amount of realism with the Japanese culture.
  19. xMiragex
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    So far this game is probably GOTY, if Cyberpunk doesn’t blow us away, this is a dope game if ur into samurai or Japanese culture, it’s like a assassins creed Japan but better. It has it flaws but I think the good outweighs the bad in this game. Definitely recommend this.
  20. Magpie2205
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Heartfelt, gorgeous, challenging and profound. For any areas in which it may be lacking, it makes it up in others tenfold. Definitely Game of the Year material!
  21. maxmangrum2003
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    It’s beautiful. The graphics, the gameplay, the story, acting, the characters, acting, soundtrack. This is a better experience than The Last Of Us Part 2.
  22. MartyGabrielus
    Jul 26, 2020
    8
    Ghost of tsushima is a fun game, cliché story, cool characters, horrible stealth, terrible artificial intelligence, lots of polishing problems, facial expressions, bugs, bad textures, bad animations, artistic direction doesn’t match the rest because it’s very good, combat and cool mechanics, repetitive side missions (some), in general it’s good if they fixed the game, it’s even better,Ghost of tsushima is a fun game, cliché story, cool characters, horrible stealth, terrible artificial intelligence, lots of polishing problems, facial expressions, bugs, bad textures, bad animations, artistic direction doesn’t match the rest because it’s very good, combat and cool mechanics, repetitive side missions (some), in general it’s good if they fixed the game, it’s even better, congratulations sucker punch, I need the continuation of the jin’s journey (platinum is easy just takes a while).… Expand
  23. MscAdrian
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    El juego no es perfecto a pesar de la puntuación que le pongo, pero más que una opinión crítica es más personal. El juego me fascinó, su ambientación y jugabilidad me hicieron meterme en el personaje intento pensar en que haría el personaje para resolver cada conflicto que se presenta a lo largo del juego.en fin hay demasiado de este juego que me sorprendió y considero que es una buenaEl juego no es perfecto a pesar de la puntuación que le pongo, pero más que una opinión crítica es más personal. El juego me fascinó, su ambientación y jugabilidad me hicieron meterme en el personaje intento pensar en que haría el personaje para resolver cada conflicto que se presenta a lo largo del juego.en fin hay demasiado de este juego que me sorprendió y considero que es una buena experiencia para cualquiera que le guste este tipo de temática.… Expand
  24. Wtbi_seriously
    Jul 26, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I dont even know where to begin. So I'm gonna just do bullet points in no particular order.

    •This is a samuri game and there is no honor system.

    •Nothing you do in the game matters at all to the plot or outcome.

    •Dialog options are minimal and have NO effect on the game.

    • The game is comically easy even on hardmode.

    •Waterfall graphics are TERRIBLE.

    •Every mongal camp and farm is a copy paste with nothing interesting or different about any of them.

    •Unskippable dialog from the 80th peasant you save saying the same boring line is awful.

    •There is absolutely no penalty for dying whatsoever.

    •Many cutscenes simply fade to black and have only sound effects. Is this 2007?

    •The plot is boring and predictable.

    •Ryuzo betrays you because his men are supposedly "starving" ...on an island you cant walk 10 feet without tripping over a boar and a deer. •Only 2 animals you can actually interact with for hides in the entire game. Boars and Bears. Really?

    •Very limited selection of meaningful gear.

    •All swords only cosmeitc . All hats and masks only cosmetic.

    •PATHETIC talent system where you quickly get enough points to have e etythinf in the game so you don't have to make any choices in your build...

    There's many more awful things about this fame but im tired of even writing about them.

    This is the most disappointed I have been in a game in YEARS... And I wanted to love it so badly... but it failed at every turn.    … Expand
  25. MrBlakeyBear
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Ghost of Tsushima was a fantastic game from start to finish.

    No story spoilers but it made me emotional a few times and really excited to see where the story would lead.

    Besides some funkiness in some controls like climbing and trying to exit holes, I really enjoyed the game and would recommend it to all my friends.
  26. Talibankingdom
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    GoT does all the little things right and I’ve been waiting for a game like this, something I’m not able to just put down. People often compare GoT to the Assassin’s Creed Series, and while it does bear some resemblance (to the earlier releases), it does AC better with its pacing and storytelling. This isn’t a perfect game but it does come close just short of a few points.

    What went    GoT does all the little things right and I’ve been waiting for a game like this, something I’m not able to just put down. People often compare GoT to the Assassin’s Creed Series, and while it does bear some resemblance (to the earlier releases), it does AC better with its pacing and storytelling. This isn’t a perfect game but it does come close just short of a few points.

    What went right:
    Pacing and storytelling. The game divides the island of Tsushima into 3 parts where you will progressively unlock as you dive deeper into the game, Instead of throwing you into a vast open world, as compared to AC odyssey/ origins. This prevents the game from being too overwhelming and I didn’t felt lost about what to do next at all times. Majority of the side quests aren’t cookie cutter “fetch” quest but “tales” of key NPCs’ backstories. I find this way of “questing” really engaging and makes us fall in love with each of the characters even more, it truly gave me a deep sense of purpose to sidetrack and see how their side story unfolds.

    Gameplay
    Instead of the meaningless & shallow loot gear system in AC, SP made the point for you to stick with the same gear since day 1 and upgrade them as you progress through the game. It was extremely rewarding to see all of my gear fully upgraded and I really felt that Jin was getting stronger, though more like the terminator than a samurai when he was fully decked out. All of the gameplay mechanics aren’t revolutionary, but it was refined and I absolutely loved the lack of an HUD, GPS lines, map markers on your screen because i was truly immersed in 1274 Japan.

    Combat:
    Combat was satisfying, each stab and slash was weighty and you could really feel that impact. You have a wide range of gadgets & weapons at your disposal and no 2 combat scenarios are the same if you truly explore all of Jin’s Arsenal.
    Audio & soundtrack
    I played the game in Japanese voice over, voice acting was superb and the soundtrack was just brilliant. You could really feel Jin’s blade slicing and dicing through the thick armor of the Mongols.
    Graphics
    The graphics was so beautiful SP even gave you a screenshot button on your D-pad to capture stunning images in game. Absolutely stunning visuals even on such old hardware, especially the foliage, grass and scenery. Water physics was a little low end but I understand there are limitations of the PS4.

    Loading time
    Game loads as if I’m using an SSD, but it’s still the same HDD in my PS4 since day 1 5 years ago.
    What could have gone better
    Facial animation at times was abit stiff and using the Jap voice over means that the facial animation will never be in sync (as it was animated to English). Some animations were also abit buggy, it wasn’t game breaking but definitely noticeable. Such as stealth kills, mountain scaling and combat. Sometimes dead enemies will pass through walls.

    The standoff Mechanic is extremely O.P. once you get the hang of it and upgraded it. I felt that it should be an RNG thing instead where sometimes the Mongols would just swarm you instead.
    Enemy AI
    It’s 2020 and still stealth Mechanics in games are so easily exploitable. Enemies see their dead friends, walk around for abit and then act as if nothing happened. I tried not to abuse it because it was really funny and ruined the experience for me.

    Gore option I felt that to truly express the savage killings and brutality between the mongols and Japan in ancient times, there should be an option to toggle dismemberment / gruesome scenes.

    Performance
    I can’t really tell if it’s because my PS4 is 5 years old and aging but I do notice the occasional stutters here and there especially when there’s an epic fight going on.

    Overall
    This is one of the best games I’ve played in a long time and I’ve truly enjoyed my time in GoT. It’s not a perfect game but it does come close. The fact that this was so unexpected from Sucker Punch was what made GoT, for me such a stellar and outstanding game of 2020. They have certainly raised the bar in the open world action genre and I will be waiting patiently for the next big title from SP.    … Expand
  27. eeejaybee
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Absolutely magnificent game.
    Fantastic visuals, story, characters, sound design, score, combat, stealth, every aspect of it is almost flawless and I’m longing for more.
  28. Jfsimmons
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Awesome gameplay, grapics and story Little bugs in game. Love the bug open map and no having to stare at the min map
  29. Richardzard
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    I absolutely love Japan/ Anime/ and the history of the island.

    I did everything I could to keep from watching trailers and even watching gameplay because I wanted the experience to be genuine and not having an experience branching from all the gameplay that was out there. I can tell you, this game is amazing. The graphics are breathtaking and the environment/ atmosphere is almost    I absolutely love Japan/ Anime/ and the history of the island.

    I did everything I could to keep from watching trailers and even watching gameplay because I wanted the experience to be genuine and not having an experience branching from all the gameplay that was out there.

    I can tell you, this game is amazing. The graphics are breathtaking and the environment/ atmosphere is almost tangible it sucks you into the realm in which you are playing, Gameplay and sword fighting is a lot of fun and has a slight technical aspect to it; however, it does not feel complicated or difficult. I enjoy the open world and all the tiny details and the sense of exploration you get from it.

    The story is also really good. I don't want to spoil to much about it, but I will say this game holds a lot of replay value to it. I only encourage everyone who can, please buy this game. You will not regret it!

    10/10    … Expand
  30. Popollo22
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Love this game. I am nearly at the end and I am in awe of the scenery, landscapes and atmosphere they managed to create. I haven't used many of the ghost weapons this time through but the sword and bow combat is amazing. I'm hoping for a ng+ mode in the future.
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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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