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  1. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you like a grounded samurai fighting game this will be a must buy for you also the game is beautiful and has an amazing photo mode the world of Tsushima is just so distracting that you can sometimes get lost in either side content or chasing a fix to unlock new charms or overall just being immersed into the world this a day 0 buy and you shouldn’t miss out sukerpunch really did a good of giving an open world experience with so much variety and amazing things to do Expand
  2. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    My favorite game of 2020 by far! Great ambiance, graphics and gameplay! A true homage to Japanese and Samurai culture.
  3. Jul 20, 2020
    8
    A solid game, made with care and with a perfect balance in gameplay, content and story. Not too much, not too few. Compared to the late Assassin’s Creeds, who are literally bloated with content to a point it’s just overwhelming, Ghost of Tsushima is well balanced and a breeze to play. The sword fights are precise and thus demanding, but always satisfying. Only the stealth mechanics are aA solid game, made with care and with a perfect balance in gameplay, content and story. Not too much, not too few. Compared to the late Assassin’s Creeds, who are literally bloated with content to a point it’s just overwhelming, Ghost of Tsushima is well balanced and a breeze to play. The sword fights are precise and thus demanding, but always satisfying. Only the stealth mechanics are a little too simple. But if you’re a true samurai, you’ll always face your opponent head on. A great game to finish the reign of the PS4. Expand
  4. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This game might be one of the best games I've ever played. The fictional setting in 13th century Japan is amazing and incredibly immersive. The attention to detail and historical accuracy is outstanding.

    The gameplay is a clever mix of many different genres but with a lot of unique and interesting additions relating to the culture and style of the Samurai. The sword combat blew my mind,
    This game might be one of the best games I've ever played. The fictional setting in 13th century Japan is amazing and incredibly immersive. The attention to detail and historical accuracy is outstanding.

    The gameplay is a clever mix of many different genres but with a lot of unique and interesting additions relating to the culture and style of the Samurai. The sword combat blew my mind, it's so complex and yet so much fun.

    Story, music and graphics are top notch, but most importantly the art style is incredibly beautiful and atmospheric. The love the creators had for ancient Japanese culture is extremely palpable..

    I highly recommend everyone to set the language to Japanese audio with subtitles, it truly feels like you're playing an Akira Kurosawa movie. The game even offers a "Kurosawa setting" that let's you play the game in a black & white cinematic mode, I haven't tried it yet because I initially wanted to see it fully colorized, which is totally worth it, but now that I fell in love with this universe I think the Kurosawa mode could be pretty amazing actually.

    This is a must play for anyone, even if you think you're not interested in Japanese culture, after this game, you definitely will be. The game transcends genres, it's a true work of art. 10/10
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  5. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Amazing combat and gameplay. Finally normal game without "strange people". I love my Katana. I want more!
  6. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Incredible game! Finally a true samurai title that’s everything I could’ve asked for, I’m not much of a completionist but I’m finding myself exploring every nook and cranny to find all the amazing things this game has to offer, amazing combat, I personally love the stealth, the takedowns are BRUTAL, and the story is incredible and has weight. Amazing job sucker punch you have made me aIncredible game! Finally a true samurai title that’s everything I could’ve asked for, I’m not much of a completionist but I’m finding myself exploring every nook and cranny to find all the amazing things this game has to offer, amazing combat, I personally love the stealth, the takedowns are BRUTAL, and the story is incredible and has weight. Amazing job sucker punch you have made me a massive fan Expand
  7. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game with amazing graphics and good gameplay...Good way to closed PS4 age
  8. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Most beautiful game I've ever played in regards of the scenery. No matter how many times I fight in the game it makes me come back for more. Exploring the areas never get boring at all because of the scenery. Really enjoying the game. 6 hours in and still on act 1 doing side quest for the sake of a new hat.
  9. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Its so beautiful and fun. I've never had as much enthralling with a game like this one.
  10. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Everything is outstanding, from the main story to side quests they don't feel like a chores like other games. Tons of customization and skills you'll be able to do and it depends on what gameplay you'll want. Graphics is great all the scenery will make you love more Japan. Best samurai/ninja game that I've played.
  11. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This game is pretty awesome this is great a end for the PS4 exclusives....this is a must play game.Those who like games like samurai,action you will love this game.....the kuraosawa mode is pretty awesome the story line is great...I loved the graphics of this game...
  12. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Absolutely stunning visuals and absolutely beautiful story. Would recommend without a doubt to anyone. The ending is satisfying and the beginning is gripping the same goes throughout the story.
  13. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This game is Absolutely Amazing the graphics the combat best PS4 Exclusive I’ve played massive respect to suckerPunch for making this masterpiece highly recommend had so much fun so far the Side missions and Exploration is just wow
  14. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    amazing graphics, fun campaign and quests. Smooth combat. Interesting characters, the main is a bit dull but that is what I somehow expected from a samurai. This game meets all my high expectations 10/10 and might even replay it. Only the Witcher 3 and Oblivion have made me do that!!
  15. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Шедевральная игра, просто лучшая в которую я играл за всё время!!! Expand
  16. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, it's just one of the best game on the playstation 4 !
    Great work from Sucker punch.
  17. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    The Ghost of Tsushima manages to offer an immersive open world game with graphics that can only be described as movie-esque. I acknowledge that it is a romanticisation of Japan but it did a damn good job at convincing me that this world or timeline could have been real. The game also manages to do what many games before it have not. That is to recognise that ,we, the player are not kidsThe Ghost of Tsushima manages to offer an immersive open world game with graphics that can only be described as movie-esque. I acknowledge that it is a romanticisation of Japan but it did a damn good job at convincing me that this world or timeline could have been real. The game also manages to do what many games before it have not. That is to recognise that ,we, the player are not kids anymore and that we can figure things out for ourselves. While it seamlessly guides us towards places as we journey across Tsushima. Almost like a companion. Expand
  18. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Wonderful graphics, excellent storytelling and can't get enough. Sucker punch did an amazing job on this project.
  19. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This game is excellent, I’m having so much fun playing this and I am about 20 hours in and really enjoying the story, combat and exploration with it, side quests are great too and don’t feel like bloat at all, I’ve not been bored once! Thankyou suckerpunch for nailing this one! Gotta get Back to playing it now!
  20. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Amazing. Plays similarly to Shadows of Mordor and AC but has gritty realism and responsive tough but fair combat. Abilities unlock along the way, giving you tons of ways to slaughter people. Immersive as hell. Must buy
  21. Jul 23, 2020
    9
    While certain games aim to virtue signal, make political statements, and are otherwise hell-bent on destroying on a beloved franchise; Ghost of Tsushima focusses on being a FUN GAME. The visuals of this game are breathtaking, I've found myself stopping myself mid-quest to take pictures with the in-game photo-mode. And I NEVER use photo-mode, that's how beautiful this game is! The combat isWhile certain games aim to virtue signal, make political statements, and are otherwise hell-bent on destroying on a beloved franchise; Ghost of Tsushima focusses on being a FUN GAME. The visuals of this game are breathtaking, I've found myself stopping myself mid-quest to take pictures with the in-game photo-mode. And I NEVER use photo-mode, that's how beautiful this game is! The combat is fluid, swift, and brutal. You are given a variety of sword stances and tools at your disposal suited for any situation; which is further complemented by a skill tree that progresses at the perfect pace, making you feel like you're always improving. The story itself is gripping but can be overly serious at times. I would've liked some more comedic relief but I understand why there isn't, since the game takes place in feudal Japan as Mongolian's take over Tsushima. Lastly, the game handles Japan's culture with respect and sensitivity. I have no clue what some people are complaining about! This isn't "cultural appropriation", it's CULTURAL APPRECIATION! That said, I highly recommend buying this game before this console generation ends! Expand
  22. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Breathtaking visuals and cinematic combat. Got goosebumps on several occasions when playing. Only a few bugs and some repetition in quest structure. This is the lone wandering swordsman simulator I have been waiting for!
  23. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Honestly the best samurai and open world game since The Witcher 3. Witcher has better writing and complexity. But visuals and combat in this game are breathtaking and exceptional. Love it. Famitsu 40/40 is thought to disagree.
  24. Jul 20, 2020
    6
    Put in at least 10-15 hours. Very pretty to look at. Combat is fun. Open world, if that’s your thing. Kind of feels like an Assassin’s Creed game at times. It’s fine.
  25. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This game is really awesome , way better then the last of us Part 2. Hope to see more games like that
  26. Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have must have
  27. Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Очень красивая игра, которая, хоть и не привносит в индустрию ничего нового (буквально, абсолютно ничего), умудряется затянуть очень надолго. Живописные виды часто заставляют тянуться к кнопке фоторежима, а боевка, при всей своей анти-оригинальности, также выглядит красиво, интересно и даже сложно. Sucker Punch сумели создать атмосферу, благодаря которой из игры не хочется выходить десяткиОчень красивая игра, которая, хоть и не привносит в индустрию ничего нового (буквально, абсолютно ничего), умудряется затянуть очень надолго. Живописные виды часто заставляют тянуться к кнопке фоторежима, а боевка, при всей своей анти-оригинальности, также выглядит красиво, интересно и даже сложно. Sucker Punch сумели создать атмосферу, благодаря которой из игры не хочется выходить десятки часов, и благодаря которой ты делаешь то, что, казалось бы, бессмысленно.
    Объективно игра, может, не 10/10, но здесь я пишу свои впечатления от игры, и вот они то как раз на 10/10.
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  28. Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Yes yes yes. Yes a thousand times! It's refreshing these days to see a game actually live up to its hype. No, it's not perfect, but the homogeneous world Sucker Punch created is just breathtaking, and I found myself surprisingly invested in the vivid and emotional story.
  29. Jul 21, 2020
    10
    I thought this was going to be another Sekiro, but it truly wasn't. Ghost of Tsushima sets itself apart from modern games and brings back some of it's beauty and gameplay from previous Way-of-The-Samurai style games, with the style and technical benefits of 2020's best. It's an absolutely beautiful game, each frame being worth hanging on my wall. Good job!
  30. Jul 21, 2020
    10
    The long wait is finally over and it does disappoint! It's so much better than I imagined and for me, this is the best PS4 exclusive in the market! Thank you Sucker Punch for such an amazing game. 10/10 from me.
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83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 122 Critic Reviews

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  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. 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.
  3. 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.