Ghost of Tsushima

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 21430 Ratings

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  1. Nefistoteles
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Un maravilloso juego que si bien no es puntero en gráficos lo suple con una magnifica elección de colores y unos escenarios maravillosos ,ademas cuenta con una historias muy entretenida y una secundarias que si bien no son las mejores del medio tampoco son las peores la unica apega es que la jugabilidad se vuelve facilon hacia el final
  2. RafaelAlmeida
    Aug 15, 2020
    9
    Jogo muito bom ! Gráficos lindos , jogabilidade excelente.
    Pequenas falhas , poderiam ter explorado mais os personagens com diálogos como em the witcher 3 e com escolhas .
    Mas isso não atrapalha. Recomendo o jogo.
  3. Babyface_
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game could be perfect, but unfortunately you realize that the developers probably didn't have enough time left. I think that the developers would have needed at least another year. It is a great game! I love it and I really had a lot of fun. But it is not perfect.

    But first to the positive things!
    A beautiful game world.
    Scope of the game is fine.
    The sound is great.
    The combat system is super(rarely there are strange bugs here and there in the combat)
    Jin's development is interesting.
    The side quests are short and that's fine (I hate long side quests! You can tell good stories in short quests. And here the developers succeeded).

    Neutral...
    The story was good, but unfortunately I am missing something here.
    You level extremely fast (if you finish area no.1, you're actually quite good at it. An average player won't do that, but Open World fans are fast there).
    The opponent AI is sometimes stupid.

    Negative...
    The controls are sometimes annoying and I slip on edges.
    Sometimes the hitbox fails and it gets bigger(nice bug).
    My horse likes to run through the fire haha(that's rather funny :D); but the horse doesn't always come to you. I actually had to wait 2 minutes(!!!)...
    In this game there are only 10 NPC models(maybe there are more, but somehow they all look the same. In a 2020-game I expect something different).
    Hardly any diversified side quests.
    NPC animations are not nice.

    Story/Atmosphere 8
    Game World/Sound 10
    Gameplay 9
    Playtime/scope 10
    Fun factor 9
    Game: 9.2 / 10
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  4. AstroZombi
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    A beautiful, fantastically told story of honor, the horrors of war, and of characters having to do what they need to do to survive. The game graphically is breath taking, the voice acting for both English and Japanese is excellent - with a bonus of the One and only Zoro from One Piece voice actor Kazuya Nakai - Voicing The main character, Jin. The game controls extremely well with fluidA beautiful, fantastically told story of honor, the horrors of war, and of characters having to do what they need to do to survive. The game graphically is breath taking, the voice acting for both English and Japanese is excellent - with a bonus of the One and only Zoro from One Piece voice actor Kazuya Nakai - Voicing The main character, Jin. The game controls extremely well with fluid and fun (and brutal) combat. This is honestly a game that just fully draws you in, with varied missions types and exploration that never feels dry or like a chore. This game is truly an experience and I cannot recommend it enough !

    Graphics- 10 Sound design- 10
    Music -10
    Controls - 8
    Story -9

    Overall - 9.4    … Expand
  5. Aquelyras
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    This Game is a Whole Masterclass.

    I need to say that i was a bit Scared about this Game cause the more i saw it looked like an Assasins Creed in Old Japan. But Holy **** this Game is Miles Better than any of the Current AC´s. In Every Way. The Graphics is for me a 9/10. The Game works with Insane Good Lightings and a gives the Game a Very Very Good Looking when ur Riding ur Horse or    This Game is a Whole Masterclass.

    I need to say that i was a bit Scared about this Game cause the more i saw it looked like an Assasins Creed in Old Japan. But Holy **** this Game is Miles Better than any of the Current AC´s. In Every Way.

    The Graphics is for me a 9/10. The Game works with Insane Good Lightings and a gives the Game a Very Very Good Looking when ur Riding ur Horse or Running. But i need to Say that the Game is Based to looked good in Fast Movement. Cause of the Impressive Lightning Combined with everything on the Grass is Moving or Trees + in my Opinion a Lot of Wettness on the Ground. But when u take a Look on the Ground in Camps or Areas u see that its a but Meh. Which means it doenst Look that good, on This Things also the Characters besides the Main Characters from the Different Story Types also the Clothing from Normal NPC looks a bit Muddy sometimes. If i need to Rate it Between other Game i Would say its on a LvL of GoW which is for me 3rd. Behind RDR2 (2) and TLOU2 (1).

    The Atmosphere and Music are Good Mix overall i liked it and it never feeled to much or Stupid. U get this Samurai Feeling All the Time so a classy 10/10.

    The Story for me is Good. But it has the Same Problem which every Open World Game has. Cause im a Player who makes Many Side Quest and Stuff the Story gets Loss besides it. The Story was Good but i never got an Emotional Impact or feeled like "Holy **** for me a 8/10.

    The Open World is full with Activities which Really Make Fun. The Map also isnt complete Overfulled with Dog**** Side Stuff Like in Ubsoft Games or so. The Quest Makes Fun even to Follow The Foxes or get the Shrines is Good. It overall dont Feel to much it is a Perfekt Fitting. 10/10.

    The Game dont has a HUD so u cant just Click a Point on a Card and see how ur Running towords this Point. The thing with the Wind is a New and Very Good Choice SuckerPunch did here. It also dont feels like a **** thing or that u need to Long to Achive a Point on the Map its Really Really Good Made.

    Character Customizations are Ok u Can Chance ur Armor, Mask, Hat, the Katana & Dagger Skin also the Bow Skin. Its Okay nothing so Special but still Fine 8/10.

    In This Game u dont Have a Grinding System like u have in AC that the Higher u go the Harder the Enemies are. The Game is Based that u Shoulöd Feel how Powerful a Katana is. And that is the Best Decission SP can have Done Her. I cant Imagin how Sad it Must be Feel to have a Katana and cant Compete Against the same Enemies only cause thei are 5 Lvls a Head or so. It Just Feels Real and Impactful.

    What i need to Critics are the Cutscenes, not cause thei feel Wrong Placed are so the Completly Fine. But idk the Cutscenes Feel so "Cheap" It doesnt Feel like Year 2020. Thei are a bit Out of Time if u Compare them to TLOU2 or Red Dead Redemption 2. The "Intro" and the "Outro" of the Cutscenes as i said feel a Bit Cheap in my Opinions.. 8/10.

    What i overall Miss a bit but well thats not a Big Deal in the Games At the Moment only RDR2 & TLOU2 made Them which i Realized was the Character Mimic. That u can see how a Character Feel. When he Talks about his Family Died or so. The Face Looks Permanently the Same. But i dont Give a Score for that. Cause not Much Games even Improved that.

    I Need to Give 1 Bonus Points for the Very Good Synchro and the Insane Good Looking Armours and Masks. In my German Synchro i had 1 Issue that when Ur Jumping the Sounds Jin Gives are the Japanes Sound that doenst Fit the Synchro that Well but that a Small Issue i have. Overall is the Synchro Perfekt.

    If ur a Trophy Hunter the Platin is very Easy and not Ginding **** Like other Open World Games.

    From my Side its a 9.2/10. Which means a 9 on Metacritic. i Hade Good i guess Arround 60 Hours until my Platin Trophy, and never got Bored.

    Have Fun Playing.    … Expand
  6. LGEwins
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    I have no finished the game yet, but cant stop playing. Game looks great, Im enjoying the story.. Im doing all side missions.. just a fun game to play!
  7. Ashdemon
    Jul 30, 2020
    9
    Made me cry for a horse, this game is simply art and definitely game of the year For me
  8. solkan55
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    20 hours into the game and I am not disappointed. Beautiful landscapes and fantastic sound and music design. Now back to playing!
  9. Takamon
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    I have play over 20 hours for this game. I just can't stop playing it.

    The graphic is stunning! Every screen-shot is like a picture. It is a beautiful open world to explore, the side quest is interesting, and they did not force you to do the side quest by forcing you to upgrade the level of you character (Like Assassin creed). It is up to you if you want to play those side quest.    I have play over 20 hours for this game. I just can't stop playing it.

    The graphic is stunning! Every screen-shot is like a picture.

    It is a beautiful open world to explore, the side quest is interesting, and they did not force you to do the side quest by forcing you to upgrade the level of you character (Like Assassin creed). It is up to you if you want to play those side quest.

    The atmosphere of the sword duel is outstanding. The game play is interesting. The starting one-on-one combat is cool, and the combat is not very difficult (unlike Sekiro). Using proper form against different enemy, and properly applying counter attack will make you game much more easier. Finding the proper timing of counter attack is one of the most interesting part of this game.

    Regarding the Story. I haven't finish yet. But this is not a story based/motivated game. So I don't thinks it will has a big influence on the player's enjoyment on the game. But if there something really really bad on the story or story telling, like TLOU 2, which is purposefully making player miserable, I may come back and change my score.    … Expand
  10. RealGamerDeLife
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    Juegazp

    historia de honor brutal

    excelente gameplay

    una ambientación brutal

    la camara es el único punto negativo
  11. yayaya803
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    感覺出製作團隊很用心打造出一款武士風格的開放世界遊戲，這種類型的遊戲在ps4上少見，整體來說都還不錯，風景漂亮，戰鬥不會太難也不會太簡單，缺點是有一些小bug
  12. Krikoff
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Внимание!, игру проходил на японском языке, с русскими субтитрами, так как считаю это момент крайне важным, ощущения от игры могут быть совершенно не такими, если воспользоваться полным переводом.!
    Отличная игра, прошел на одном дыхании (абсолютно все миссии, включая дополнения). Абсолютно все в игре плавно очаровывает, если вначале не совсем понятно в чем же вся прелесть, и графика на    Внимание!, игру проходил на японском языке, с русскими субтитрами, так как считаю это момент крайне важным, ощущения от игры могут быть совершенно не такими, если воспользоваться полным переводом.!
    Отличная игра, прошел на одном дыхании (абсолютно все миссии, включая дополнения). Абсолютно все в игре плавно очаровывает, если вначале не совсем понятно в чем же вся прелесть, и графика на любителя, и бой стандартный, и сюжет завязка как во всех подобных играх. НО! потом по мере втягивания в игру, все начинает не просто преображаться, а по настоящему радовать во всех отношениях.
    В сюжете не смотря на всю понятность появляется много интересных, хорошо раскрытых персонажей, все очень разные, яркие, и с своими "тараканами" (причем ярко выражеными), Навыки прокачиваются, и бой становится очень интересным, разнообразным и быстрым. Графика если вначале и вызывала вопросы. То потом все эти цвета, звуки и мелочи окунают в отличную атмосферу самурайских фильмов. И как бы не было безразлично, но разочек другой рука так и тянется включить фильтр Куросавы.
    Количество все возможных навыков вне боя, а так же разных девайсов очень грамотно сбалансировано, также как и переключение между ними в динамике.
    Практически нет банальных сайд квестов, напоминает местами РДР2, ты заведомом знаешь что почти все миссии это - крушить монголов и разбойников, но обставлены они таким образом, что каждый раз тебе интересно причина появления такой мисси, и ее развязка, огромное количество неожиданных поворотов, сразу же понимаешь почему разработчики указывали на РДР как одну из игр вдохновителей.
    Много собирательств, и система поиска не слишком сложная, и напоминает чем то Человека Паука, что дает возможность собрать абсолютно все плюшки))) правда их так много, что время предется потратить хоть и не столько как в Одиссее (ох, лучше не вспоминать о ней), но точно не мало.
    Так же радует возможность организации облика героя, по цветам стилю и так далее. В общем Игра однозначно должна быть в коллекции, и обязательна к полному прохождению!    … Expand
  13. Wardaddy1
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    Very good game, the gameplay is on point and so is the story... It is not on the same level of RDR2 or GoW (2018) when it comes to details, acting, graphics... it simply doesn't have the same amount of hard work behind it. 5 ebing average, this game is a solid 8, must-play! (upped it to a 9 because of salty tlou2 fans, but its an 8)
  14. Lil_jimmy
    Aug 15, 2020
    9
    Es un juego con muy buenos gráficos, excelentes jugabilidad, entretenido, con una historia muy interesante, unos paisajes hermosos y muy bien trabajados, se nota que le pusieron mucho cariño al juego. Sin embargo tiene pequeños bugs y creo que el juego tuvo que haber sido originalmente en japones y no en inglés.
  15. VengeanceNut
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    Beautiful game and beautiful world, one that you will definitely get lost in and spend hours during side quests before realizing. Combat is fun and fluid, nothing groundbreaking but it is extremely satisfying.
    Definitely a game to cleanse your pallet of any other terrible Sony exclusive that dropped recently.
  16. MANXMAN76
    Sep 15, 2021
    9
    This is such an amazing game It has sooooo much care put in and runs silky smooth on ps4 pro the only downside to this game is after you know how to time your attacks you become invincible and I had to switch to the hardest difficulty to keep that sense of immersion. such an amazing game and it should have won game of the year and I highly recommend this game to anyone on ps4 or ps5 thisThis is such an amazing game It has sooooo much care put in and runs silky smooth on ps4 pro the only downside to this game is after you know how to time your attacks you become invincible and I had to switch to the hardest difficulty to keep that sense of immersion. such an amazing game and it should have won game of the year and I highly recommend this game to anyone on ps4 or ps5 this is worth every penny you spend.… Expand
  17. Alevegao
    Jul 28, 2020
    9
    This game is everything you could want and more in a samurai game. It has good story, great game play, a beautiful open world to explore and the side missions are very good too, they feel like they mean something not just having side missions for the sake of it. Would very much recommend to anyone looking for a fun time and a satisfying, well told story
  18. Dmc20
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    This game is art come to life everything in this world is beautiful and you could just put the controller down and enjoy the environment and the music. The lighting and texture of everything is breathtaking. The gameplay is as well amazing deciding weather to fight as a samurai or ghost this game gives you many options for how to handle this world.
  19. Bastonec97
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    As a fan of Japanese / samurai culture, this game delivered what I was hoping for in every aspect. The inspiration from Kurosawa is evident (with even a cool ass gameplay mode named after him) but the game still manages to give a unique depiction of the era its set in. From the story, the scenery, to the phenomenal gameplay - albeit slightly similar to Assassins Creed - it is so much moreAs a fan of Japanese / samurai culture, this game delivered what I was hoping for in every aspect. The inspiration from Kurosawa is evident (with even a cool ass gameplay mode named after him) but the game still manages to give a unique depiction of the era its set in. From the story, the scenery, to the phenomenal gameplay - albeit slightly similar to Assassins Creed - it is so much more polished. The fighting and overall controls are smooth and not too repetitive since you’re able to unlock new techniques over the course of the game (though mostly in the 1st-2nd acts).
    The characters are interesting in my opinion and their backstories are beautifully laid out in a way that is easy to follow without getting convoluted.
    Although I haven’t made it to the end, I think i’m close enough to confidently say that this will go down as one of my favourite games ever, top 5 at the very least.    … Expand
  20. devycrockett
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    Great open world game with great story and combat mechanics. Always love japanese samurai story. This game is Worthwhile!
  21. IDK-
    Aug 13, 2020
    9
    Ghost of Tsushima is so much fun not only in gameplay but it's story too. This game is so historically accurate with its theme's that you end up learning alot about Japanese culture in the 12th century. I don't want to say much everything about this game is great. Although my only issue is the map size. While it's huge I feel like a lot of it could be trimmed down. You often visit areasGhost of Tsushima is so much fun not only in gameplay but it's story too. This game is so historically accurate with its theme's that you end up learning alot about Japanese culture in the 12th century. I don't want to say much everything about this game is great. Although my only issue is the map size. While it's huge I feel like a lot of it could be trimmed down. You often visit areas once but never again. So that's a bit annoying. In addition with how many Fox dens there are OMG stop please. In any case that's really my only issue with the game.… Expand
  22. Phillyflyers19
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    This game is fantastic. The visuals are stunning. The story is good and the combat feels awesome. Love this game.
  23. BarDocK_LSSJ
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    Haven't completed the game but it's been great so far, i would say it is a solid 9 for me since i found the story interesting but if you think it's not great then it would be an 8. Overall, the combat, the gameplay, the art design and the open world mechanics are great and they certainly carry the game along amazingly, I'm genuinely glad that this was a great experience unlike theHaven't completed the game but it's been great so far, i would say it is a solid 9 for me since i found the story interesting but if you think it's not great then it would be an 8. Overall, the combat, the gameplay, the art design and the open world mechanics are great and they certainly carry the game along amazingly, I'm genuinely glad that this was a great experience unlike the disappointment that was tlou2 since it would be a shame the end the era of the ps4 behemoth with a let down.… Expand
  24. BHam
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    Definitely worth buying, such a beautiful crafted story, and stunning graphics, I'm loving every second I play this game, the combat is great I feel like a badass when I win a fight when it's like almost 10 enemies versus me, and exploration is amazing, I really like the fact that there's no constant marker to tell you where to go, just follow the wind to find your objective or just followDefinitely worth buying, such a beautiful crafted story, and stunning graphics, I'm loving every second I play this game, the combat is great I feel like a badass when I win a fight when it's like almost 10 enemies versus me, and exploration is amazing, I really like the fact that there's no constant marker to tell you where to go, just follow the wind to find your objective or just follow your own path.… Expand
  25. MastaShakes
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    This is absolutely gorgeous even on standard PS4. And the game-play is great like a bridge between hack and slash and Dark Souls. Play it on hard, its challenging but not impossible ... bottom line its a great game.
  26. FairyTail779
    Aug 4, 2020
    9
    I loved this game. The graphics are amazing, the sound design is beautiful, the characters look fantastic, and the voice acting is great. Combat can be a little hard and unforgiving, especially on lethal difficulty, but still fun to cut down wave after wave of enemies. Trying to climb cliffs and latters can be a little annoying at times, but it doesn't break the game in anyway. This gameI loved this game. The graphics are amazing, the sound design is beautiful, the characters look fantastic, and the voice acting is great. Combat can be a little hard and unforgiving, especially on lethal difficulty, but still fun to cut down wave after wave of enemies. Trying to climb cliffs and latters can be a little annoying at times, but it doesn't break the game in anyway. This game is worth buying and playing.… Expand
  27. SerJarris
    Jul 27, 2020
    9
    Gameplay- Good and yet not challenging on the hardest difficulty once you get the hang of it especially when using the tools and "builds" available to you. It has the common stealth op game mechanic but with a few mistakes during combat you will be punished. Not too many animations especially when it comes to stealth kills and the ai can be derpy at times and can be exploited. But whenGameplay- Good and yet not challenging on the hardest difficulty once you get the hang of it especially when using the tools and "builds" available to you. It has the common stealth op game mechanic but with a few mistakes during combat you will be punished. Not too many animations especially when it comes to stealth kills and the ai can be derpy at times and can be exploited. But when combat works which it generally does it's extremely satisfying, there's nothing better than perfect parrying an enemy. Graphics- Good not quite LOU2 but a very solid 8/10. The beautiful environment is highlighted by haikus(poems) of the current surroundings. Player customisation is good with different armour pieces giving different effects which lean towards different play styles, along with charms which are earned through missons and exploration which can further the desired effects. The open-world- It isn't filled with life like GTA5 but it's on par with HZD. Buffs come in the forms of bamboo cutting aka button memorising under a set time, hot springs which buff health but also offer insight into your characters thoughts and shrines which are parkour sections to get primary charms. Which fox dens accompanying then which first increase the charm slots available and then eventually buff a minor charm.

    Story- Satisfying enough and isn't far fetched with evolution and tradition being at odds which each other. Legend missions are a typical do 3-5 things such as clear bases or find select spots with aid to obtain said item. But generally have their own unique spin. Characters- 7 out of 10 cast with a couple characters being unlikeable at points but with the context of their situations it's understandable. Insight is also added about the world through scrolls which tell the story of normal people and what they're going through.

    Ending- Neatly wraps up Jin's journey. My main tip would be take your time so you don't get burnt out playing.

    Positives-Fast travel is extremely fast which is a +. The game thrives during duels which feel great, though this may be due to the limited number of duels. Definitely hope a duelling mode is added or at the very least being able to replay duels. Problems- The camera is lacking and button prioritisation(r2) is geared towards picking up loot instead of switchcing combat stances. This only affected my personal experience 5 or so times and never got me killed
    There's a stand-off glitch where it'll never begin so you have to take massive damage is frustrating but will eventually be fixed. It also has witcher 3 fall damage which is terrible but can be somewhat negated with an early skill which stops fall damage from plausible heights. During the platinum run fox dens were tedious if anything, basically just 30 or so seconds of following a fox to a inari shrine and there's a LOT. Though take this with a grain of salt as completing all the fox dens aren't necessary whatsoever.    … Expand
  28. Fyxse
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    Great game, amazing open world, fantastic gameplay, great characters with good side quests and a nice main quest.
  29. Hihohiho
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    This game is fantastic had to wait a day and a half to get playing it my son wasn't giving it back till he completed it. It's very addictive and beautiful to watch game play is great. Not as good as rdr2 but not far of it. Highly recommend it. 8.5
  30. Smrdjan
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Awesome, fun, does not get boring and great story! Really refreshing in this time of isolation.
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Awards & Rankings

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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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