Ghost of Tsushima

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

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  1. Ahmed_22
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    It’s a phenomenal game , the world the characters the combat , everything blend in so perfectly
  2. Jjbatz33
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I don't want to give the score 10 just quite. I'm 17 hours in. Didn't even realize there are 3 separate map locations! The combat is so damn good once you get the hang of it. The story is great, visuals are not a 10 but they are close. GOW Tlou2 and HZD look better, but this game I have not taken so many pictures. It's just a different level of beauty. The combat and customization isI don't want to give the score 10 just quite. I'm 17 hours in. Didn't even realize there are 3 separate map locations! The combat is so damn good once you get the hang of it. The story is great, visuals are not a 10 but they are close. GOW Tlou2 and HZD look better, but this game I have not taken so many pictures. It's just a different level of beauty. The combat and customization is unreal. The side quest are great as well. Must buy and Play! Sound and music are great as well. This is a 9.6 but I went 10 and rounded up… Expand
  3. Deadended
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Graphics are amazing
    Controls are very good Loads of content Brilliant boss fights The game causes you to think about how your gonna fight the bad guys you can't just run in swing away and walk out you have to be aware of your surroundings and your enemy type. There is so much more to this game it's defo GOTY. one of the best samurai games ever made.    … Expand
  4. Propapu
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    The most complete samurai/shinobi game!
    Its perfect! Great world full of colors, histories, and diferent enemy's!
  5. RafaelRodrigue
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is so good that I need to review it, I never felt as immersed in a game as I feel in Tsushima. The game is a visual spectacle,I would be lying if I didn't say thats i have spent a few hours in photo mode.
    The combat is absolutely incredible, I really feel like a samurai in Feudal Japan. Sucker Punch offers an incredible job and deserves all the credits.
  6. TanWam
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Emotional and investing story, likeable protagonist, great combat and fun stealth mechanics when it comes to agility and skills etc. This makes you feel like you're playing inside of an old classic samurai film.
  7. caspervega
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best Game of the Year
    10/10
    Thanks Sucker Punch for this game, i've been waiting all my life for this game. its the most beautiful game i've ever seen, everything i wanted from a game, its here in this one, clean screen without life bars and things like that, no lock on target for the fights making every fight a true challenge, no arrow pointing to our destination instead you just    Best Game of the Year
    10/10
    Thanks Sucker Punch for this game, i've been waiting all my life for this game.
    its the most beautiful game i've ever seen, everything i wanted from a game, its here in this one,
    clean screen without life bars and things like that, no lock on target for the fights making every fight a true challenge, no arrow pointing to our destination instead you just follow the wind, amazing variety of combat with 4 combat stances and alot of techniques and weapons to use, incredible secondary missions, loved the haiku's and legends missions, alot of variety in armour and swords, amazing views, best sunsets and moonlight in every game ever. the story is incredible and the exploration is realistic and unique. the photo mode is the best i've ever seen, allowing you to change time, create animated videos or amazing photos. its everything i wanted! Easy my GOTY    … Expand
  8. FedorGavrichkov
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Невероятно стильная и атмосферная игра. Хокку, святилища и горячие источники - лишь малая толика наполняющих этот мир деталей. Хочется исследовать его, наблюдать за ним, созерцая прекрасные образы золотого храма, утопающего в золотом лесу. Однозначно, одна из самых иммерсивных игр, в которые когда либо играл.Невероятно стильная и атмосферная игра. Хокку, святилища и горячие источники - лишь малая толика наполняющих этот мир деталей. Хочется исследовать его, наблюдать за ним, созерцая прекрасные образы золотого храма, утопающего в золотом лесу. Однозначно, одна из самых иммерсивных игр, в которые когда либо играл.
  9. mfn073
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    A beautiful game. This game is very unique. I love when you use the Ghost mode you get flashbacks about that it is bad. Also in this open world you get a lot of rewards. The story is also cool and fun. Side missions are also fun to do. Love this game absolutely a masterpiece.
  10. L1nktendo
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I have literally joined Metacritic today just to write this review. I feel a little bit sorry for Sucker Punch to be honest, they have made a masterpiece of a game and a few reviewers have gave it average scores. These scores seem to be based on such minor niggles. One of the reviewers had scored this years ff7 remake higher which quite frankly is a joke. Ff7 remake was a good game butI have literally joined Metacritic today just to write this review. I feel a little bit sorry for Sucker Punch to be honest, they have made a masterpiece of a game and a few reviewers have gave it average scores. These scores seem to be based on such minor niggles. One of the reviewers had scored this years ff7 remake higher which quite frankly is a joke. Ff7 remake was a good game but was content filled with some of the most boring gaming I have experienced in a decade. Ghost of Tsushima is in the same league as Zelda breath of the wild. The combat is amazing and rewarding, the game world is detailed and engaging. Don’t let the professional reviewers average Scores put you off this is one of PS4’s finest.… Expand
  11. SAUDIKNIGHT
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Better than the freaking the gay of us 2 Better graphics better story better characters
  12. Rokangol7
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I’ve never played something like this on Play Station. An amazing proof that it is not wise to believe the critics some times. Game of the Year. Its a little bit like Zelda. 11 out of 10.
  13. MrSanickESP
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    It's a totally amazing game and another great Playstation exclusive.
    Its setting and incredible graphics make you stay fascinated and wanting to play the game more.
    I give it a ten because with what little I have played I have realized that it is a masterpiece.
    His photo mode is the best.
  14. Hws
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The ghost is the best game ever ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................ ............... .................. .. ................................… Expand
  15. theleqionpk
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    if you love the game and want study about Japanese history and culture, this game is a good start!

    no need to say anything more... just 3 words

    I LOVE THIS
  16. Patto1878
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Samurai RPG lads. Need I say more? Unreal. The graphics are incredible aswel.
  17. Bakudai
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Absolutely love everything about this game. I suggest playing on hard for the most enjoyable experience. It's such a beautiful game that I get distracted extremely easily doing side quests and exploring to such an extent I spent 30 hours in act one. Could not have asked for a better way to end the ps4 generation.
  18. tenhussle
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    one of the coolest video games! world is pretty beautiful and feels alive. combat is also very good.
  19. Chunkymonkeyy
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best games in the PlayStation 4 library.
    This game wasn’t in my radar until I saw game play at the state of play a few months back and it really got my interest. The music and visuals make it a stunning game and the gameplay is amazing. There’s so many was to play. Go in like a samurai and attack head on or play it safe hiding in the shadows like a ninja. This game has brought    One of the best games in the PlayStation 4 library.
    This game wasn’t in my radar until I saw game play at the state of play a few months back and it really got my interest. The music and visuals make it a stunning game and the gameplay is amazing. There’s so many was to play. Go in like a samurai and attack head on or play it safe hiding in the shadows like a ninja. This game has brought back my respect to PlayStation, after the last of us 2 I was really disappointed on the way they handled the franchise but this game Blew my expectations. The creators and developers behind this game created something amazing and they got my praise. This is truly the game of year.    … Expand
  20. Dillonstone450
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing. I've been waiting for an open world samurai game for years. I don't really like the way of the samurai games, and when this was announced I was ecstatic. So my hopes were pretty high It is just so hauntingly beautiful. The idea of using wind as a guide is one of the best ideas in gaming I've seen in so long. I really hope more games take this approach, and startAbsolutely amazing. I've been waiting for an open world samurai game for years. I don't really like the way of the samurai games, and when this was announced I was ecstatic. So my hopes were pretty high It is just so hauntingly beautiful. The idea of using wind as a guide is one of the best ideas in gaming I've seen in so long. I really hope more games take this approach, and start dropping items off of your HUD. One of the best games this generation… Expand
  21. WolF95
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    amazing game experience . if u were looking to old japan samurai game here u go sry for pc gamers not having much fun as ps4 having now. looking for subequal on the better machine ps5
  22. grunt6y65t
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Very beautiful game, the graphics are art and the history is the best of 2020. The combat is good too. In conclusion is a art piece completely
  23. Khaled798
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful game and better than TLOU 2 a laaaaaaate,i hope every one play this game before he rate it… Expand
  24. Lunkulu
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Maravilla de juego. El mapa, la ambientación, la música, el sistema de combates, la historia. El juego está increible. Un 10.
  25. jcoaki
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    10 out 10.
  26. Jonaskenazi1
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best games ever! Thank you Suckerpunch! Its a masterpiece. GOTY FOR SURE!
    Its perfect in every way!
  27. dallas82288
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best PS4 titles I have ever played excellent open world amazing graphics and great performances by the actors
  28. HoodieKage
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Game of the year, I don’t see anything dropping that’s better than this for a long time.
  29. JoeYourtheHERO
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Story was visually great; Some of the side quests had a little repetition.( Too me) The way the wind would guide you to your destination was fascinating. All around a great game because i got it for the story. Worth the money to play for story.
  30. Froox
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This is the best Samurai game ever And definitely should be the game of the year
  31. jccaballero
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    it's honestly a contender for game of the year (barring cyberpunk). this game is straight-up beautiful and the combat is challenging but not impossible to master,
  32. Gdoggy
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best game I’ve ever played - the most beautiful game I’ve ever played too- just made an account to rate it because it deserves its gg suckapunch
  33. Drizzt501
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Ghost of Tsushima has it all. Great story, satisfying gameplay, and a beautiful world. Although not the most impressive graphics from a technical standpoint, GoT is artistically the most beautiful game I've ever played. Even the music is a solid 10/10. Please do yourself a favor and play this gem. Sucker Punch knocked it out of the park with this one.
  34. YiffHyena
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Очень интересно сражаться с врагами. Много клеширрваного, но просто круто вписаного в атмосферу игры. Пока непрошол, но не увидел ни одного выделяющегося обсурдностью персонажа.
  35. Epicjernigaming
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Ghost of Tsushima is a Masterpiece. This game really does an amazing job immersing you in its world. The side missions feel important and organic. The combat is fun and challenging. The world is full of things to discover , and most importantly, things to see! Ghost of Tsushima is the most visually stunning game I have ever played. I literally created an account on Metacritic today to singGhost of Tsushima is a Masterpiece. This game really does an amazing job immersing you in its world. The side missions feel important and organic. The combat is fun and challenging. The world is full of things to discover , and most importantly, things to see! Ghost of Tsushima is the most visually stunning game I have ever played. I literally created an account on Metacritic today to sing its praises. This game is inspiring and beautiful. I honestly don't think I will ever finish The Last of Us Part 2 now. My immediate goal after beating this game will be a second playthrough with Japanese audio in Kurosawa Mode. ;)… Expand
  36. Guilhermelinck
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This os the Forest time i come to metacritic to rate a game on metacritic. This game has a lot of individual flaws like facial animations, cluncky combat and so on. If you take this individualy they would hurt the game... but when you analize teu gole game they are irrelevant. This game is a lovelatter to akira kurosawa fans, and f, km a certain way tô the western fans (if you know whatThis os the Forest time i come to metacritic to rate a game on metacritic. This game has a lot of individual flaws like facial animations, cluncky combat and so on. If you take this individualy they would hurt the game... but when you analize teu gole game they are irrelevant. This game is a lovelatter to akira kurosawa fans, and f, km a certain way tô the western fans (if you know what i mean). The visuals are perfect, it has a compelling story and the most awesome game mode (akira kurosawa mode) wich is pretty awesome but wasted on a game with such good visuals. I never felt borred with this open world game. Game me the fellings when i first played tenchu for the first time on my ps1. There is no such thing as a perfect game and this ratting i'm giving is for the awesome game presented and the respect for the fans and source material. If you like the genre it's a must play game. All this years waiting arent wasted. Haven't finished the game ter... but it's because i don't want tô. This game recovered my faith on sony exclusives. It's a masterpiece and if you can afford don't wasted more time waiting!… Expand
  37. roxfire
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Melhor joga de samurai que já joguei na vida, superando de longe Onimusha 3.
  38. Carannort
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    200% worth every cent I spent on it,
    Game is beautiful! The places you play in are just stunning, combat feels very nice and the way you have to work to improve your skills like the bamboo cutting for example, it makes sense, you may fail at it a few times but when you get it itfeels like you have worked the strength to finally get it and feels like a reward, also the mini games of    200% worth every cent I spent on it,
    Game is beautiful! The places you play in are just stunning, combat feels very nice and the way you have to work to improve your skills like the bamboo cutting for example, it makes sense, you may fail at it a few times but when you get it itfeels like you have worked the strength to finally get it and feels like a reward, also the mini games of following x animal to a shrine is so nice! It's a great way to pay homage to that Asian belief while also improving your character.
    I can't love this game enough, if you are still thinking if buying or not, be sure that you won't regret it, this game is so well thought, you get your main character and progress with him but in the way you meet so many more strong supporting characters both male and female and they all make sense.
    If you told me I would have to pay again to replay it I wouldn't hesitate for a second, this game is a true masterpiece!    … Expand
  39. Guitarwizard987
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game didn’t do anything revolutionary, but the things it does are flawless. Combat makes you truly feel like a one man wrecking crew without being way over the top and having you do crazy flips and unrealistic moves. The environments are gorgeous and the characters are very likeable. The loot system feels balanced and upgrading also feels balanced.
  40. Jpo41
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Love this game so far. The open world feels alive and the space doesn't feel wasted. I didn't like the fact that the HUD was missing at first but now that I am used to it, it feels like an improvement over most open world HUDs. The only negative is the camera sometimes goes at odd angles.
  41. Knox891
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Great visuals and combat. The sorry is also very compelling and immersive! Recommend!
  42. MilkyGinger-08
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I love the graphic, the atmosfer about feudal Japan, the culture, and story. Gameplay is good, and yeah, best for last PS4 games exclusive.

    Sorry for bad English
  43. Kojiro25
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is absolutely amazying! Beautifuly done! Gameplay, story, views, characters, everythins is stunning! Thank you!
  44. Linbin
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is masterpiece. graphics, gameplay and storytelling are mindblowing. Why is the score so low? Honestly, this is the best game of 2020.
  45. Ryusuke726
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    SP has truly come back with a vengeance. Ghost may be the best sony first party exclusive this gen
  46. Abood098
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Game of the year
  47. Zirjame
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This is absolutely good game. So far, I’d played for 20 hrs. The system of game is so nice and the atmosphere is very good. Everyone have to ply this game.
  48. Abram2x
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best Open Games of this year no doubt about that , Refreshing gameplay , beautiful graphics challenging RDR 2 One , Great map 10/10 Thanks Sucker Punch
  49. Sevasvm18
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Bastante entretenido y con un diseño de arte tremendo. Te atrapa desde el primer instante.
  50. Mariz1985
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is simply brilliant, runs perfect on ps4 pro. SP deserve every penny for their hard work.
  51. Rmetz96
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I'm new to open world games but this is incredible, it's so beautiful, the story is captivating without being over complicated and I really understand why I'm doing each mission, everything is a means to an end. The photo mode is amazing and I've spent so much time just lining up shots and choosing colour folters for my screenshots. Its not so big that it feels unmanagablely large like II'm new to open world games but this is incredible, it's so beautiful, the story is captivating without being over complicated and I really understand why I'm doing each mission, everything is a means to an end. The photo mode is amazing and I've spent so much time just lining up shots and choosing colour folters for my screenshots. Its not so big that it feels unmanagablely large like I felt when starting The Witcher. The combat is fun and interesting and gets more complicated as you get further into the game. Overall its just amazing to play and great fun!… Expand
  52. SmooveLikeJif
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This was a HIGHLY anticipated title on my list and it actually surpassed expectation for me. Everything about this game screams style, grace and care. If you like exploring this is for you, If you enjoy action this is for you, if you enjoy gore this is for you lol. Voice acting is great atmosphere is second to none. When I play a game I would like the game to feel look and sound true toThis was a HIGHLY anticipated title on my list and it actually surpassed expectation for me. Everything about this game screams style, grace and care. If you like exploring this is for you, If you enjoy action this is for you, if you enjoy gore this is for you lol. Voice acting is great atmosphere is second to none. When I play a game I would like the game to feel look and sound true to what they're attempting to portray. This game does this phenomenally!… Expand
  53. Biginjapan35
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Samuray temasını harika yansıtan bir oyun, grafikleri olsun, oynanışı olsun acayip sevdim. Tekrar bitirmeyi düşünüyorum.
  54. Muggs81
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This is an excellent game, advanced combat, great narrative, outstanding visuals. Game is also moderately long and is worth your money. Highly recommended.
  55. Viso_Rex
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece with a good story and a beautiful open world, I only complain about some missions that can become somewhat repetitive but after all it is a game of excellent quality with a good open world, greetings from Chile :)
  56. Yk2nite
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best games I have ever played , thank you sucker punch for not going political.
  57. chestor21
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This was my most antisapated game othere then cyberpunk and it lived up to the hype. A beautiful open world amazing vibrant colors and a japanese setting made this game so awesome. Story was suprising in most moments and not ****
  58. Blackbeetle
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    The world created in this game by Sucker Punch studios in this game is strikingly beautiful and filled and filled with things to do (side quests and fun mini games) . The story although can be predictable but is great nonetheless. The combat that makes you feel like a badass but steath falls apart a little but a game where you can have for hours upon hours living the samurai/ghost life.
  59. AdmiralJeferson
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Мне понравилась игра, графика не очень, но вот стилистика балдежная и весьма приятная боевка
  60. mr_misthios
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    This is quite a well executed, beautiful and fun game. I liken it more to a cross between AC:Odyssey and Sleeping Dogs in terms of how it looks and plays. It's not perfect in some areas - the combat camera in close quarters or where theres a fence can break the ability to fight properly, and some of the targeting of animals like dogs and boars seems off.
    Outside that, the polish on    This is quite a well executed, beautiful and fun game. I liken it more to a cross between AC:Odyssey and Sleeping Dogs in terms of how it looks and plays. It's not perfect in some areas - the combat camera in close quarters or where theres a fence can break the ability to fight properly, and some of the targeting of animals like dogs and boars seems off.
    Outside that, the polish on narrative, the sword combat, and the majestic beauty of the world is outstanding. You feel a sense of connection with the protagonist as you shape yourself into a reborn mongol killing machine. This is a game that - if you like open world, action adventure or samurai themed games - should be on your purchase list.    … Expand
  61. Bondofthesky
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Beautiful game, great combat mechanics and enjoyable to play. Well over 40 hours of game time. This game was released to help us forget about the disaster of the last of us 2. I will say that the collectors edition is not worth the price.
  62. Jordonjuice
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    It's like red dead blended with Nioh minus the difficulty. The combat is addicting, the story is great, and the graphics and photography mode are amazing. Potential game of the year
  63. Crossforest
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    Ghost of Tsushima offers some of the best looking environments and vistas in any game of the current generation.
    The combat is fluid and fast-paced, and due to some great skill progression, it will feel rewarding throughout the entire game.
    The stealth gameplay on the other hand, feels a little stale with really bad enemy AI. I'm personally also very done with hiding in tall grass as    Ghost of Tsushima offers some of the best looking environments and vistas in any game of the current generation.
    The combat is fluid and fast-paced, and due to some great skill progression, it will feel rewarding throughout the entire game.
    The stealth gameplay on the other hand, feels a little stale with really bad enemy AI. I'm personally also very done with hiding in tall grass as part of "stealth" gameplay.

    The main missions in the game are very well written, and the overall story is touching even if it's not revolutionary at all.
    The side missions however vary greatly in quality, with some of them sadly being downright boring and poorly written.

    Finally exploration has all of the tropes you know and love/hate from open world games, but packaged in a way that neatly fits the overall theme and setting of the game, making exploration feel rewarding instead of a checkpoint chore.

    Overall Ghost of Tsushima is a great game, full of fast-paced samurai action, set in a stunning world, that is a true joy to your eyes.
    It doesn't change up the open-world formula much, but instead delivers the known tropes in a focused package.

    If you enjoy open world games, you will love Ghost of Tsushima.    … Expand
  64. TheFahKing
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    This is an awesome game! It does enough to differentiate itself from Nioh and Sekiro. The narrative is straight out of a 60s samurai film and the world is one of the most beautiful the ps4 has given us. The open world navigation with the wind direction is a great idea. This is what assassin's creed wishes it was.
  65. IRONZAKU
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    如果索尼能多给些开发资金，我相信会比现在更加优秀。
  66. Dumagand
    Jul 23, 2020
    9
    I have just finished this masterpiece.

    If you play no other game this year, I humbly suggest you play Ghost of Tsushima.

    It is a harrowing tale, but one rooted in both folklore and history. Jin Sakai is perhaps one of the most fleshed out protagonists that has ever been created in this medium.

    Sucker Punch Entertainment hit this one clear out of the park.

    A solid 9/10.
  67. Wsmarr
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    I made an account specifically to review this game. Ghost of Tsushima is the best game I have played since God of War, and before that, the Witcher 3. The world was amazing, and the gameplay was divine. Excellent game!
  68. KHKCCW
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Ironic. A piece of **** like TLOU2 can get a Metascore of 94 but this masterpiece only can get 83. Kudos.
  69. NecrodomX
    Jul 27, 2020
    9
    Okay so - after 2 days of playing - here is my HONEST review:

    1. Graphics are very nice but what makes it unique is the setting and lightning. You may find the overuse of flowers/sakura petals a bit annoying but thats what they focused on otherwise the world would be barren with nothing interesting to see. 2. Combat is easy early on since you have just 1 stance, but it becomes a bit    Okay so - after 2 days of playing - here is my HONEST review:

    1. Graphics are very nice but what makes it unique is the setting and lightning. You may find the overuse of flowers/sakura petals a bit annoying but thats what they focused on otherwise the world would be barren with nothing interesting to see.
    2. Combat is easy early on since you have just 1 stance, but it becomes a bit interesting after you get other stances as they are needed for specific enemies.
    3. Side activities vary from random encounters saving the people of Tsushima to random missions you get by talking to people. My nit picking with this is that they repeat quite often (i understand the need for content but making them memorable would be better).
    4. Lip syncing is ... bad. I don't know what happened there but from what i see in all the cutscenes, it is just not syncing with what they say (neither in english or japanese). Another nit picking i have to state is that you CANNOT skip cutscenes during your first gameplay (in New Game + i guess you can but cannot say for certain as i have not finished the game).
    5. I have maximum gear (weapons+armor) when i reached Act 2 and it does make the combat very dull since most enemies die very easy (1-2 hits except for big guys) but the setting, blood, samurai vibe and story keeps you going. The main issue i have is the camera that sadly i have to constantly move to make sure that i target the correct enemy but sometimes, when you are surrounded by 5 of them, it's harder than you think to hit the one you mean to. There is NO lock on system so you need to adjust your camera every time you prepare to hit/dodge/parry a specific enemy.
    6. I sometimes feel like the horse animations are a bit weird compared to other games but this is just 1 more small thing i would prefer to be different.
    7. Game has some nice puzzles and it feels a lot like an Assassins Creed game. To be fair, once you get further in the story, you get more and more vibes of Assassins Creed core ideas.
    8. There are a few masks/hats that can be found in the world just be exploring and some look awesome and you can combine them with armors.
    9. The Charm system is also nice and different from "weapons has X stat and buffs X stuff". Armors are a different thing - they added base buffs that can be improved by upgrading the armor. Armors change looks once upgraded.
    10. Resources can be found in most places but some of them are locked behind specific missions which makes me think that i have no option but to upgrade 1 or the other armor. Would've been nice if we could get all materials from random places in the world which would be randomized as soon as you restart the game (that way nobody can know exactly which location to go to in order to get X resource).
    11. I noticed a few screen tearings/white screen for half a second while riding the horse. I also managed to stuck myself in between 2 rocks for a few seconds then my character automatically jumped out of that position and sometimes it just respawned me. These kind of bugs are expected and fun if encountered so i won't hold them down for this. A few patches should fix those small things. No major bugs hindering progress were encountered during my gameplay sessions.

    Overall thoughts about the game:

    It has a wonderful setting with lots of activities that involve combat mostly, samurai stances and assassinations give you vibes of Assassins Creed, interesting story (can't give more info on that as i am barely at Act 2), simple upgrade system and simple resource gathering system.

    Would give this a 9/10 because of the above and would recommend it for any Open World Gameplay enthusiast that also enjoyed one of the following:
    Assassins Creed
    Zelda
    God of War
    Witcher
    Shadow of the Colossus

    Message to developers: Think of what makes a good game and focus on those aspects - Engaging Story with choices or unpredictable plot twist - Good combat with different ways to engage/escape - Good crafting/gathering system to make players willing to grind/find the specific materials - Entertaining puzzles that vary in difficulty (jumping/climbing/platform/mind) - Loads of customization (armors/accessories - more slots = more work for you but more options for the players) - Interesting and unique boss fights that can take you from 1 location to another and reward you with special gear/accessories.

    There are a lot more things that players want but this is - in my opinion - the bare minimum that some desire. Thank you for everything you've done and continue to do in the future :). I appreciate your work and recommend it whenever i get the chance.    … Expand
  70. rainyday2
    Oct 23, 2020
    7
    Ghost of Tsushima is an exceptional open world game but it's still an open world game and such it comes with every negative aspect you can possibly think of that has been plaguing Ubisoft games since 2009

    Stick to the main story and the important character quests if you are like me and have serious open world fatigue . Thankfully unlike RDR2 GoT has incredible fast traveling and unlike    Ghost of Tsushima is an exceptional open world game but it's still an open world game and such it comes with every negative aspect you can possibly think of that has been plaguing Ubisoft games since 2009

    Stick to the main story and the important character quests if you are like me and have serious open world fatigue . Thankfully unlike RDR2 GoT has incredible fast traveling and unlike AC Odyssey it doesn't have sponge level based enemies which means that you can tackle the main story uninterrupted    … Expand
  71. Jbones17
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    I absolutely love this game. It is now firmly cemented as my favourite open world game of all time, overtaking Skyrim. Yes there are some very minor issues just like Skyrim and every other open world game out there. But the whole package this game delivers is absolutely mind blowing. Combat, World, story telling....everything is all 10/10 for me. Im blown away at the graphics consistently,I absolutely love this game. It is now firmly cemented as my favourite open world game of all time, overtaking Skyrim. Yes there are some very minor issues just like Skyrim and every other open world game out there. But the whole package this game delivers is absolutely mind blowing. Combat, World, story telling....everything is all 10/10 for me. Im blown away at the graphics consistently, it almost feels like your playing a ps5 game at times. Game of the Generation for me and well worth the wait!… Expand
  72. SoulReaperX
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This game is criminally under rated by the same critics who give TLOUP2 perfect scores for such a terrible story. This game is amazing. BUY IT NOW
  73. kivanc1907FB
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    One of the best exclusive games from Playstation again. Sucker Punch is known with Infamous and Sly Cooper series which were good franchises for playstation. However, Ghost of Tsushima is the best game of Sucker Punch. This game has amazing views and very good gameplay with only using Katana. Animations are not as good as the last of us part 2 but we can accept this because it is a openOne of the best exclusive games from Playstation again. Sucker Punch is known with Infamous and Sly Cooper series which were good franchises for playstation. However, Ghost of Tsushima is the best game of Sucker Punch. This game has amazing views and very good gameplay with only using Katana. Animations are not as good as the last of us part 2 but we can accept this because it is a open world game. As a Playstation fan, Sony kept his words that was a slogan "Best Place to Play". It was a fantastic generation for Ps4 players. We played many exclusive games which were candidate of game of the year! I am sure this game will be nominated as a candidate of goty as well as the last of us part 2.… Expand
  74. Redstripe420
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    If you're a fan of The Witcher, this games perfect for you. This is like the samurai Witcher game play-wise.
  75. Johnny-
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Beautiful environment and art direction. Combat is very good and story is satisfying. Incredible use of particles on the leaves, illumination is one of the prettiest in recent years.
  76. Killask
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Great game, i got the game earlier and now on the way to a Platin trophy. I always liked Japanese settings and this game doesn't disappointed me.
  77. Crux95
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    An excellent and beautiful game. Spend your $60 here instead of TLoU Part 2!
  78. AMX121
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    What an amazing game sucker punch as done it again a must-have if you are a ps4 owner
  79. liquidms
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    GOTY 2020, Excellent, Funny without political agenda.The Kurosawa mode the Best.
  80. render987
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    Ghost of Tsushima is by far on of the most beautiful looking games that will perhaps ever be seen on this console generation. The story is making with truly heart warming and 3 dimensional characters. The world is vast and expansive seen through an array of blended colors, mixed with the finest of paint brushes, by the carefullest of artist.
  81. Snizel
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    An incredible game, Sucker Punch always make the most fun games to play.
    The graphics are a true sight to behold, amazing views and settings.
    Combat is fluid and satisfying, great story.
    There are some bugs that will probably get fixed, but nothing serious that deters from the general amazing experience.
  82. Kauank
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    A industria estava carente de um bom jogo nesse tema. Um dos melhores jogos do ano !
  83. Steddag1
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    All I have to say Samurai simulator! They 1 to 1 showdown that can instantly take down your opponent or opponents with one strike of your blade.They have the black & white mode call Kurosawa mode that make you feel like you in old Japanese movie. All that ghost mode or being a ninja in the game so stealth take down, projectile weapons, etc.You can fight anyway you want. Its just breathe ofAll I have to say Samurai simulator! They 1 to 1 showdown that can instantly take down your opponent or opponents with one strike of your blade.They have the black & white mode call Kurosawa mode that make you feel like you in old Japanese movie. All that ghost mode or being a ninja in the game so stealth take down, projectile weapons, etc.You can fight anyway you want. Its just breathe of fresh air… Expand
  84. titanblade
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Started it last night and can tell its going to be aton of fun to play. So glad this came out after the last of us 2
  85. OnizukaDesuGa
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    When Sucker Punch first showed the trailer for Ghost of Tsushima, I was impressed already. The flute and beautiful scenery blew me away. I can wholeheartedly say this is the best open world historical game to date. The sound design, visual melds perfectly. Looking forward to the sequel
  86. MadRaccoon
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    Take the movie style and setting of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" mix it into Horizon: Zero Dawn's and Farcry 5's controls, visuals, gameplay with a hint of Red Dead Redemption 2's/ The Last Of Us 2's story telling and cut scenes, and you have Ghost Of Tsushima. The game doesn't do anything innovative or revolutionary, but it executes really great mechanics of your favorite gamesTake the movie style and setting of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" mix it into Horizon: Zero Dawn's and Farcry 5's controls, visuals, gameplay with a hint of Red Dead Redemption 2's/ The Last Of Us 2's story telling and cut scenes, and you have Ghost Of Tsushima. The game doesn't do anything innovative or revolutionary, but it executes really great mechanics of your favorite games together extremely well and really beautifully. Visually, the game is stunning as well. It's few downfalls are repetative objectives (Take over this section of the map, take over this section of the map now) and it doesn't take risks bring anything new to the gaming world. 88 out of 100 for me.… Expand
  87. kuronami
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Finally after so many disappointments we got something you would call a great game. A story told right, great visuals, good combat. Haven't finished it yet can tell it is already GOTY for me.
  88. Rey0
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    masterpiece that i've been waiting for 2 years. Enjoyed every moment, every quest and especially the combat.
  89. Videojuego1234
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    God Game god Game god Game god Game god Game god Game god Game god Game god Game
  90. NathanChan
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Game is just like a silent killer turning out to be outstanding without too much hype before release. Top tier graphic, best atmosphere, and most impressive combat, it’s not perfect though, still it’s got something special and something left to be further polished, I gave the game 10/10, also my full respect to Sucker Punch for the most unforgettable samurai experience so far.
  91. Lstapsi
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    One of, if not the most visually stunning game I have ever played. The vivid colours, beautiful lighting and the amazing weather really makes the world spectacular to be in. The combat is also great. The fluidity and gore really elevates the experience and makes you feel like a samurai you're meant to feel like. The customisation is also very good with a great number of outfits and colourOne of, if not the most visually stunning game I have ever played. The vivid colours, beautiful lighting and the amazing weather really makes the world spectacular to be in. The combat is also great. The fluidity and gore really elevates the experience and makes you feel like a samurai you're meant to feel like. The customisation is also very good with a great number of outfits and colour schemes. I had always hoped for a big open world samurai themed game, I've always thought it would have been assassins creed, but Ghost of Tsushima delivered perfectly.… Expand
  92. Krooz-Shimada
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    -Really samurai game!
  93. Martynas98
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I have Ever played! One of the best looking games too! Love the Japan setting and art of this game! Visually its so stunning and beautiful that it makes me want to cry!
  94. CrashMente
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Still playing it, but based on the moment I'm playing, I hardly will change my opinion, combat is one of the best, fun and violent, the exploration is amazing, you want to go to every corner of the map! Didn't encounter any major bug yet! Some downsides is the textures and the camera in some parts! This game is actually a 9.7 right know for me but metacritic score is just 0 to 10!
  95. Flashyboy89
    May 19, 2023
    9
    Ghost of Tsushima is a beautifully crafted game in every way. A joy to play for anyone who appreciates good storytelling, good script and interesting characters. Opposite to that other first party game that came out recently.
  96. Ajjj
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Goty easily it’s not even close. Makes tlou2 look like trash because it is. Hilarious how they gave this game a 83. When tlou2 has a 94. Idk what game they played but this game in literally every single way except maybe graphics but that’s preference because this game is beautiful and the load times are like 2 seconds on the pro. I have never pressed start on a game and have it be thatGoty easily it’s not even close. Makes tlou2 look like trash because it is. Hilarious how they gave this game a 83. When tlou2 has a 94. Idk what game they played but this game in literally every single way except maybe graphics but that’s preference because this game is beautiful and the load times are like 2 seconds on the pro. I have never pressed start on a game and have it be that fast. Please buy this game because sucker punch is now after this game right there with god of war for PlayStation best exclusive. If tlou2 wins goty over this Goty means nothing anymore.… Expand
  97. javiteam
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Estoy todavia sin palabras por el pedazo de juego que ha hecho sucker punch,el trabajo a nivel artistico es impecable,es uno de los juegos que mejor luce de la historia,el gameplay es divertido y segun avanzas mejora, la musica es digna de un oscar,y el conjunto de todo forma uno de los mejores juegos de este año y de la generacion,que con un poco mas de pulido en algun que otro bug yEstoy todavia sin palabras por el pedazo de juego que ha hecho sucker punch,el trabajo a nivel artistico es impecable,es uno de los juegos que mejor luce de la historia,el gameplay es divertido y segun avanzas mejora, la musica es digna de un oscar,y el conjunto de todo forma uno de los mejores juegos de este año y de la generacion,que con un poco mas de pulido en algun que otro bug y animacion podria haber sido de los mejores de la historia… Expand
  98. MarcG420
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Absolutely loving this game. I’m not the type of person who takes screenshots all that often in games but I’m taking them left right and centre with this game. Combat is superb; responsive and lethal. Story so far is excellent, with some really good story telling in the side quests.
  99. Miladinovix
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    As a film student I know my Kurosawa, and my Kobayashi, so believe me when I tell you that this beautiful game, gorgeous in every way, stands shoulder to shoulder with some of the best samurai movies.
    The story is pretty linear, basic and strong - samurai`s path must also be linear and determined. Whoever wrote this had perfect understanding of how samurai films work, how honor and    As a film student I know my Kurosawa, and my Kobayashi, so believe me when I tell you that this beautiful game, gorgeous in every way, stands shoulder to shoulder with some of the best samurai movies.
    The story is pretty linear, basic and strong - samurai`s path must also be linear and determined. Whoever wrote this had perfect understanding of how samurai films work, how honor and morality are the most important things in the mindset of a warrior.
    It is really a Far Cry 3 sandbox approach (that is, the best kind of approach) where you are given freedom (which is contextualized by the story) to explore, gather resources and build your army.
    Ghost of Tsushima is a story about a samurai who picks up beats and pieces of his fallen nation to create this corkscrew army and try to take over the island of Tsushima.
    With some of the best graphics ps4 has ever seen, ballet-like combat, useful and rewarding progression system. I dare to say the words that at first sounded a bit weird but are more and more clear every time I go back to play the game:
    "Perhaps this is the best PS4 game."    … Expand
  100. Sekito
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    The game is a masterpiece
    All people must play it
    The story was good
    The secondary missions are good as the main missions
    The graphics was incredible
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#19 Best 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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