Ghost of Tsushima

 PlayStation 4
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9.1

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  1. Iqra007
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    This game is perfect masterpiece . Love it so much . Thank you sucker punch for this gem . Hope for sequel on next gen
  2. Fozzie
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing
  3. TheOneZumo
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    Excellent World, Atmosphere, Combat. This is the new height of Open World Games.
  4. engrnaeemahmed
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    This game is so perfect and beautiful . Love it this so much . Damn masterpiece
  5. zan1995
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    For me this game was breathtaking a fresh breath of the felling of freedom no doubt one of the prettiest games out there on the ps4 it deserves all of the praise
  6. pjstemarie
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    As an Xbox fanboy, I have to say this game is amazing. It's everything you want in an open-world game. it's enjoyable, easy to play, deep secrets and so much more. If you played Last of Us 2 and need a palate cleanser, and have the urge to actually play a fun game, spend your money on this.
  7. Qlorck
    Aug 5, 2020
    8
    Really good game, for those who compare this to assassins creed, you don't know anything. This game is way better than a boring generic AC. graphics are not amazing as they first appeared in the commercials but still very good. Storytelling is nice. The environment is excellent, you really feel like a samurai in the Japanese middle age. The gameplay is very nice too, a bit disturbing atReally good game, for those who compare this to assassins creed, you don't know anything. This game is way better than a boring generic AC. graphics are not amazing as they first appeared in the commercials but still very good. Storytelling is nice. The environment is excellent, you really feel like a samurai in the Japanese middle age. The gameplay is very nice too, a bit disturbing at the beginning with the camera which is slightly different than usual, but within the game, we adapt. The soundtrack is perfect, the Japanese voices are great. The custom of the main character is really cool too. There aren't massive issues. Annexe quests are a bit repetitive at some point. I was a bit disappointed with certain other aspects like when there is body on the floor, your feet pass trough it like nothing, you are not on the body, you are in the body, problem is that it happens 100% of the time like they didn't pay attention to that. Or when you throw an arrow on something like a tree or whatever, you're never going to fund it stick into something, it just disappears. Another thing is that you pass literally trough every bamboo forest like if there isn't anything, impossible to cut the bamboo with your katana or anything.
    Small thing but it breaks a bit the immersion and makes the game unperfect, it is those tiny things that make the difference between a really good game and a masterclass.    … Expand
  8. UnknownIdentity
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    Great game.Amazing characters,soundtrack,story.My favourite samurai game.The graphics are amazing.I had to stop many times just to take a photo.
  9. Manlypelican
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    A fantastic game wit ha beautiful world amazing characters and a story that will leave you conflicted. Really good. those load times are insane too 4 seconds.
  10. GabeCuerva
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    Amazing / Brilliant Game.
    Great original story that isn't a sequel or remake. The story makes you feel like you are a part of it and you get hooked on what's going to happen next. You can also do it at your own pace, theres plenty of side quests without feeling like its over saturated.. i never felt like i was grinding to progress further - it felt like a journey. Scenery is captivating    Amazing / Brilliant Game.
    Great original story that isn't a sequel or remake. The story makes you feel like you are a part of it and you get hooked on what's going to happen next. You can also do it at your own pace, theres plenty of side quests without feeling like its over saturated.. i never felt like i was grinding to progress further - it felt like a journey. Scenery is captivating and gorgeous - Samurai fights feel authentic with a badass twist (skills / stances etc)

    10/10. Final sendoff for the PS4.    … Expand
  11. DMDSSPLAYER93
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    This game is simply breathtaking,from the graphics,the deep story and dozens of hours to play.The gameplay alone is addicting and will make it very hard to put down;Simply put this game is next gen level and then some.
  12. Jin3
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing,beautiful, and thrilling. I wasn't planning on getting it but when I did I was incredibly surprised by how enthralled I was by the game.
  13. TheBritishAlien
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game and I've loved every minute of it. I hope Sucker Punch produce another GoT in the future as a sequel to this!
  14. cydeliveryguy
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    SO awesome better then sekiro finally something better came out lol F U C K houston he is retarted
  15. greenden007
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    This game was truly phenomenal. The developers truly put in endless passion and love into creating this masterpiece. One of the biggest wins in playing the game is the immersion. The music is great and brings through so much of the emotion that is hidden behind the mostly emotionless voice acting. The lack of an always visible HUD, especially in an open-world game, is so refreshing. TheThis game was truly phenomenal. The developers truly put in endless passion and love into creating this masterpiece. One of the biggest wins in playing the game is the immersion. The music is great and brings through so much of the emotion that is hidden behind the mostly emotionless voice acting. The lack of an always visible HUD, especially in an open-world game, is so refreshing. The minimalistic view with the HUD, minimap, and missions are quite unlike other open-world staples. The story is realistic as well as the fact that it is based on a real-life event (the invasion of Japan by the Mongols, not the actual Ghost of Tsushima). The story also ends beautifully,(no spoilers), and it brought me to tears no matter how many times I've seen it. The Critic score underplays how wonderfully this game is... and if you are buying a PS4, then you NEEEEED to get Ghost of Tsushima.… Expand
  16. ElPopiSempai
    Aug 5, 2020
    9
    The game is purely amazing. Fun combat, a huge map worth exploring, side missions and main missions. The graphics are beautiful, and the wind tracking mechanism is an amazing touch. I could go more into detail but I dont think I need to. You got to play this game.
  17. Diori
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    An incredible, beautiful, and immersive game. Ghost of Tsushima is a great game to finish the ps4 exclusives. The best open world issue I've ever played, surpassing "the witcher 3". I'm in doubt between: Ghost of Tsushima or Bloodborne, in the matter of best exclusive.One of the best games I have ever played.Congratulations Sucker Punch
  18. Archane
    Aug 5, 2020
    7
    Ugh.....this Game... I like Shadow's... but I'm having some real problems with it... Until you unlock all the stances the swordplay is hard. Once you do that, it gets a lot more fun. Yahtzee said it best. It's almost like they should've been all unlocked from the start but open world games got to do the unlocking. There's also this character dissidence here. They give you the tools to beUgh.....this Game... I like Shadow's... but I'm having some real problems with it... Until you unlock all the stances the swordplay is hard. Once you do that, it gets a lot more fun. Yahtzee said it best. It's almost like they should've been all unlocked from the start but open world games got to do the unlocking. There's also this character dissidence here. They give you the tools to be all sneaky stabby and yet go out of your way to shame you for doing so. So I made the decision to not do the secret stabbing thing unless it was to save lives in game... A samurai that bend his code of honor for the people he's supposed to protect. When it's his life alone he fights out in the open. Except for Archer, **** them.

    Then I get to save my uncle and there's a guy on the other side of the door. I can do nothing... nothing but sneak kill him.... Nothing else. Can't stand up, can't take out my sword... can't do anything else... Lets go kill the guy so my uncle can be like oh what have you done... you stabbed someone in the back... oh no.... Hmpf and they say linear games are bad because you get railroaded in them. Never have I felt so suddenly sucked out of the experience before.

    It was trailing along but that one moment really took the wind out of my sails to be honest. Now I'm just going to play through it the rest of the way    … Expand
  19. RJ21
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    It's really great!
    A feudal japan samurai that is not supernatural..

    It's a shame that assassin's creed will never make a japan series..
  20. Derekp
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    Man I never wrote a review on this site, but felt this is the time. This game is amazing, I cryed in the end. The combat is amazing, a mix of sekiro, batman and ryse. The fights are so fun, and the animations, oh boy, best I've seen to date. The fight is like a dancing, it's so beautiful. The way the mongols move and all the stances you have it's so great. The side missions areMan I never wrote a review on this site, but felt this is the time. This game is amazing, I cryed in the end. The combat is amazing, a mix of sekiro, batman and ryse. The fights are so fun, and the animations, oh boy, best I've seen to date. The fight is like a dancing, it's so beautiful. The way the mongols move and all the stances you have it's so great. The side missions are integrated with the main missions, they are fun and I have done all of them. The sound is amazing too. The exploration is very encouraged, there many pieces of armour and swords to find. The only bad thing I found is that the graphics are a little too dark. But thats not enough to diminish how amazing this game is. I love sucker punch games, loved second son, keep up the good work. 10/10… Expand
  21. Alontal
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    One of the best game's I have ever played. I could go on and on about the gameplay, the story, the world, but I'll save us all some time and just tell you this.
    Go buy it. Ita 40$ for 80 hours of pure fun.
  22. Fitolukas
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    A veces pienso que en la vida hay placeres más allá de los 7 pecados capitales cada ser humano vive y disfruta su vida cómo le complazca más aún en estos tiempos de igualdades una de esas virtudes que me ha deparado el destino es sin lugar a dudas el mundo de los videojuegos desde tiempos que apenas sabía como me llamaba en mi siempre existió el gusto de tomar un control y disfrutar enA veces pienso que en la vida hay placeres más allá de los 7 pecados capitales cada ser humano vive y disfruta su vida cómo le complazca más aún en estos tiempos de igualdades una de esas virtudes que me ha deparado el destino es sin lugar a dudas el mundo de los videojuegos desde tiempos que apenas sabía como me llamaba en mi siempre existió el gusto de tomar un control y disfrutar en pantalla ya sea el más minúsculo movimiento o acción tanto se ha preocupado la industria de llevar este mundo a un lugar donde se merece estar en lo alto de la cima del entretenimiento
    He aquí ante ustedes una obra magnífica recién terminando de digerir el final de tan Magna obra sólo puedo dar gracias y gracias
    Mis sentimientos fluyeron como un niño de 7 años con su primer juguete y como un adolescente que te hace entender que la vida no es fácil no es color de rosa gracias a la industria por hacerme parte de esto gracias al estudio por crear algo sublime gracias por ser
    GHOST OF TSUSHIMA    … Expand
  23. Ashishd_316
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 10/10 10/10 10/10 no words to say just 10/10
    10/10 10/10 10/10 no words to 10/10 10/10 10/10    … Expand
  24. SangreSamurai
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    Amazingly beautiful world and satisfying stylish combat. Just being a ninja/samurai and exploring the world is what this game is all about. The story and side quests have mediocre writing in places but also great moments especially later on in the game and the Mythic quests. The beautiful visual style and art in this game makes up for any other shortcomings.
  25. Atrsh
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Fantastic and compelling Story/World. Awesome Grafics and a very nice combat system. All the things one loves on a great SinglePlayer Game
  26. CriticalRiview
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game! The textures are a bit low resolution, but other than that the game looks great!
    The combat is also really really good!

    All and all, your money won’t go to waste here! This is THE game to pick up right now!
  27. VelAmi
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    Honestly after watching the E3 presentation back in 2016 and eventually the pre-release clips I wasn't expecting much. Having played some passt Assassin's Creed games, which somehow I immediately connected to this game, and hearing the term open world, I wrote it off as an other generic Ubisoft-like experience. Gather this, explore that, rinse and repeat. The only thing that kept meHonestly after watching the E3 presentation back in 2016 and eventually the pre-release clips I wasn't expecting much. Having played some passt Assassin's Creed games, which somehow I immediately connected to this game, and hearing the term open world, I wrote it off as an other generic Ubisoft-like experience. Gather this, explore that, rinse and repeat. The only thing that kept me slightly more interested was SuckerPunch's previous titles such as the Sly Cooper and Infamous which although they didn't blow me away I fairly enjoyed. Yet after looking further into the combat system from curtain trusted YouTube channels and being a big fan of the Japanese culture I thought I'd give the game a chance. I spent 70€ (PS Store) and jumped in hoping that my hard earned money and time I'll invest won't go to waste. Damn, the opening, these amazing graphics! "This could be something special" I thought. "Now if only this stays as amazing as the opening we've got in our hands something real good". And it did. Beyond the beautiful landscapes and the minimal hub wind based ways of getting to your next objective lies a satisfying combat system that doesn't become boring (at least for me playing in hard mode). The game feels fluid and tempts you to explore, to discover different gear and attires to customize your character as you please. It throws you into unexpected situations that puts you in the shoes of how samurai had to always be prepared for danger lurking. To cut it short they managed to find the perfect balance between an AC game and the realism of Red Dead Redemption 2 but somehow making it more enjoyable than both.
    Although it does have some flaws it is easy to look past them and highly recommend it. For me it's an easy 9/10.    … Expand
  28. Poop_dealer_fre
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    Great game , amazing in fact , combat feel’s weird at first but as you get more comfortable with it feel’s fun and satisfying , they did an amazing job showing the sheer power of the katana where you can die easily but the enemies also die easily ( this is more consistent in lethal mode ) , great graphics and detail , story starts of dry of bland but by the end of the second chapter youGreat game , amazing in fact , combat feel’s weird at first but as you get more comfortable with it feel’s fun and satisfying , they did an amazing job showing the sheer power of the katana where you can die easily but the enemies also die easily ( this is more consistent in lethal mode ) , great graphics and detail , story starts of dry of bland but by the end of the second chapter you understand why it started of dry jun also grows as a character from being an emotionless samurai to the “ghost of tsushima” Just an absolute masterpeice… Expand
  29. doodledeej37
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    One of the best games I've ever played. Imagine if the creators of Red Dead Redemption decided to make the same game, except with samurais. It encourages you to explore the world and there are so many fun little details like following a yellow bird that can lead you to hot springs that increase your health and other cool things. Story is very engaging, before the game even begins it dropsOne of the best games I've ever played. Imagine if the creators of Red Dead Redemption decided to make the same game, except with samurais. It encourages you to explore the world and there are so many fun little details like following a yellow bird that can lead you to hot springs that increase your health and other cool things. Story is very engaging, before the game even begins it drops a bomb on you and then just when you start to get the hang of the sword play, the game shames your character and thus begins the actual game where you must go find companions to help you on your mission and increase your "legend" to obtain new ghost weapons. In the beginning the controls and all the abilities seem to be overwhelming but will quickly become second nature to you. It was way better then I thought it be, did not want to put down my controller while playing it.… Expand
  30. scythelord
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    I'll be honest, this game snuck up on me. I was unaware of it until launch. I just completed the story yesterday. It was an utterly flawless game. The story was great as a history buff. The combat was fun and engaging. The sound design and graphics are top notch. I did not run into anything I felt was needlessly repetitive. I completed the game entirely.if I had one nitpick it would beI'll be honest, this game snuck up on me. I was unaware of it until launch. I just completed the story yesterday. It was an utterly flawless game. The story was great as a history buff. The combat was fun and engaging. The sound design and graphics are top notch. I did not run into anything I felt was needlessly repetitive. I completed the game entirely.if I had one nitpick it would be that there isnt a new game + or that the story doesnt go on for 10 hours more!… Expand
  31. Matin1382
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Perfect. a good game and thriller.very very very very good game and perfect
  32. Suprtrooper7746
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Ghost Of Tsushima was a pleasant suprise, with unique exploration mechanics that utilize nature to guide you to find collectibles and hidden areas, beautiful biomes and regions that are vastly different from one another, satisfying/ brutal combat that holds your attention, charming characters that have tons of unique side quest that add to the game world, the best photo mode seen inGhost Of Tsushima was a pleasant suprise, with unique exploration mechanics that utilize nature to guide you to find collectibles and hidden areas, beautiful biomes and regions that are vastly different from one another, satisfying/ brutal combat that holds your attention, charming characters that have tons of unique side quest that add to the game world, the best photo mode seen in gaming, and much more. I wasn’t as hyped for this before release, but after playing the first hour I can’t put it down. Sucker Punch has brought feudal Japan alive, and have done an excellent job building a Charming unique world into the fold.… Expand
  33. Masterx1185
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Un extraordinario juego con una fuerte ambientación de la cultura e historia japonesa. Historia profunda en la cual se siente la frustración de un pueblo oprimido por la invasión Mongol, crudeza de esa época con enemigos tanto invasores como los del mismo pueblo que se convierten en criminales que buscan sobrevivir siendo traidores vendidos al bando enemigo o simplemente por necesidad. EsUn extraordinario juego con una fuerte ambientación de la cultura e historia japonesa. Historia profunda en la cual se siente la frustración de un pueblo oprimido por la invasión Mongol, crudeza de esa época con enemigos tanto invasores como los del mismo pueblo que se convierten en criminales que buscan sobrevivir siendo traidores vendidos al bando enemigo o simplemente por necesidad. Es ahí cuando nuestro héroe que no es un todo poderoso desde el inicio tiene que pasar por una y mil aventuras para fortalecerse a sí mismo y por ende reunir un grupo para poder liberar a la isla de Tsushima. Me encantó el juego, es bastante filosófico y como es basada en la cultura japonesa valores como el honor, lealtad y esfuerzo son muy frecuentes. Para mi el juego del año, además de ser un juego que procura ser neutral en las cuestiones de corrección política, pero bueno aun así hay un personaje que es debido a la presión de los medios tuvieron que poner de la manera mas forzada para convertirla en bisexual aunque era casada y con hijos, fue super forzado pero solo fue el 1% del juego. Al principio tiende a ser un poco monótono, pero a medida que avanzamos la historia y fortalecemos a Jin, el juego se vuelve super divertido. Cómprenlo sin pensarlo dos veces, un juego extraordinario.… Expand
  34. TheRogue76
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Honestly it’s a pretty great game. I got it around two weeks ago and i have been going through almost all of it since then. Extremely fun combat(might need some getting used to) and a very decent story that sticks the landing really well. But the graphics are by far its best asset. It looks gorgeous all the time. Has a few good ideas like letting you stop a quest to go do sth else and notHonestly it’s a pretty great game. I got it around two weeks ago and i have been going through almost all of it since then. Extremely fun combat(might need some getting used to) and a very decent story that sticks the landing really well. But the graphics are by far its best asset. It looks gorgeous all the time. Has a few good ideas like letting you stop a quest to go do sth else and not really forcing the exploration and collectibles down your throat. They are there, make no mistake, but they are fun optional things to do. Looking forward to more games in this series.… Expand
  35. Arkaveous
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    This is the prettiest game I have ever played to date. Gameplay is unique and exciting. It's hard to find anything to complain about with this game.
  36. Vasia9000
    Aug 6, 2020
    7
    A good game, but it could have been much better. I hope the second part will be steeper
  37. Allvincent23
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    I don’t think it’s even close as to what the best video game ever created is. It’s this one right here that takes the cake and eats it too!
  38. Churma
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Best samurai game ever. The music, gameplay, story, character and anything about this game is amazing.
  39. miyar
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Best game of the PS4 generation by far. Must play and leagues ahead of the critics’ other picks.
  40. sasherma
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Incredible game art - this game defies expectations. I’ve never seen a game so beautifully made!
  41. yobaman
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    This game is by far the best that I've played on PS4. Stunning graphics, brilliant sound effects and a magnificent picture really helps getting a full immersion in the game. Another thing that I liked was the difficulty. You see, this game focuses more on the plot (which is also a very good thing), and, unlike Nioh or Sekiro, you won't have to die 20 times on the same place.
    Overall,    This game is by far the best that I've played on PS4. Stunning graphics, brilliant sound effects and a magnificent picture really helps getting a full immersion in the game. Another thing that I liked was the difficulty. You see, this game focuses more on the plot (which is also a very good thing), and, unlike Nioh or Sekiro, you won't have to die 20 times on the same place.
    Overall, Sucker Punch did a great job on creating a game that would mark the end of PS4. A very picturesque end.
    I hope that they will also port this masterpiece on PS5.
    10/10.    … Expand
  42. Manoozzy
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This game is simply incredible, even not being historically accurate the story is fascinate not for the plot twists or something like that, but for how Jin Sakai (the main character) envolves thougth the narrative to become the ghost of tshushima and a few remarkable moments that made my jaw fall.
    The open world is full of dialogues and upgrades to get, for simply bathing or getting a    This game is simply incredible, even not being historically accurate the story is fascinate not for the plot twists or something like that, but for how Jin Sakai (the main character) envolves thougth the narrative to become the ghost of tshushima and a few remarkable moments that made my jaw fall.
    The open world is full of dialogues and upgrades to get, for simply bathing or getting a legendary armor. (They are useful and worth of doing, but if you’re playing on a easy/medium difficulty they break the game a little)
    The gameplay is enjoyable all the time despite the bugs, the combat is fluid, the stealth is exiting with brutal executions, but with a poor AI. AI.AI smart AI.    … Expand
  43. Kydraiden
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Visually the Game is Stunning!! Addicting I couldn't put it down until I finished it.
  44. Valdeildson20
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Jogo, simplesmente, sensacional. Lindíssimo e viciante. Vale muito a pena..
  45. adrizerozero
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    O jogo se torna muito especial a partir do momento em que tenta quebrar alguns clichês do gênero "open world" mesmo mantendo outros deles, assegurando uma experiência muito intrigante, única e surpreendente. Exemplo disso é o sistema de sidequests, cada uma delas não é feita em vão no ponto de vista da narrativa do jogo, não apresentando missões repetidas ou de entrega de itens. Mas nadaO jogo se torna muito especial a partir do momento em que tenta quebrar alguns clichês do gênero "open world" mesmo mantendo outros deles, assegurando uma experiência muito intrigante, única e surpreendente. Exemplo disso é o sistema de sidequests, cada uma delas não é feita em vão no ponto de vista da narrativa do jogo, não apresentando missões repetidas ou de entrega de itens. Mas nada impede do jogador ignorar essas missões secundárias, podendo seguir direto nas missões principais da história, já que o jogo não apresenta um sistema numérico de Level do personagem. Os upgrades são feitos de forma muito natural com pontos de experiência adquiridos durante alguns combates, depois aplicados em árvores de habilidades, cada uma delas recompensando de verdade o jogador com novas mecânicas dentro da gameplay.
    A história é agradável de acompanhar, os personagens são muito bem escritos e possui uma cadência de acontecimentos bem pontual e coerente. Ela fica ainda melhor se o jogador completar todas as sidequests específicas de personagens mais relevantes antes de chegar no clímax final.
    Tudo isso acontecendo em um mundo vasto, repleto de conteúdo, dividido em 3 partes, cada uma referente a um ato da história. O visual do jogo é muito bonito, o cenário realmente ganha vida com a excelência artística da Sucker Punch. Existem bugs frequentes de física, coisas atravessando, personagens flutuando, até algumas texturas sem muitos detalhes. Mas já que se trata de um jogo de mundo aberto, com uma performance tão boa no Ps4, isso pode ser relevado. Aliás, joguei no Playstation 4 Slim, e quedas de FPS só aconteceram de forma intensa em duelos, momentos especiais em que você enfrenta um único inimigo com um ângulo de câmera mais próximo do personagem e com mais efeitos rolando na tela. Fora isso, os loadings são assustadoramente rápidos. Esqueça Assassin's Creed Odyssey, em que você espera minutos para abrir o jogo.
    Enfim, Ghost of Tsushima cumpre o papel de inovar, respeitar o gênero, surpreender e, PRINCIPALMENTE, divertir o jogador.    … Expand
  46. bewarechameleon
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    from the off, i'm going to state that i already have bias in favour of samurai and ninja video games as a massive fan of stealth games such as the tenchu series. that being said, i was already a fan of this game before i even installed the game into my console.

    now i've played it i can confidentally say......i absolutely love this game now granted, there were a lot of things that    from the off, i'm going to state that i already have bias in favour of samurai and ninja video games as a massive fan of stealth games such as the tenchu series. that being said, i was already a fan of this game before i even installed the game into my console.

    now i've played it i can confidentally say......i absolutely love this game

    now granted, there were a lot of things that knocked me out of the emersion such as the glitches. constantly getting stuck in terrain when you feel like you should be able to climb that area, certain dialogue options not triggering when they should. entire missions rendered unplayable such as the water children mission looking for the kappa when i was supposed to be looking for clues and instead stuck in an endless investigation animation until i had to restart.

    other than these instances, i enjoyed every minute. i love all of the bright colours you witness as you traverse your environment, the mysterious side quests you come across searching for legendary outfits and equipment, the fact that you can use the wind to guide you to your objective with a quick swipe up of your controller to even being able to change the weather by playing your flute you carry around. i enjoyed everything about this game and will be extremely surprised if this game doesn't score 'game of the year'. buy it, buy it now    … Expand
  47. Janne-da-arc135
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    I made an account just to rate this game, because it has been many, many years since I have played a game this good, and Sucker Punch needs to be praised for making by far, the best game on the PS4.

    This game is only the second game ever to make me cry, the first being Nier Replicant. The ending was beautiful and seriously brought tears to my eyes. And this is coming from someone who    I made an account just to rate this game, because it has been many, many years since I have played a game this good, and Sucker Punch needs to be praised for making by far, the best game on the PS4.

    This game is only the second game ever to make me cry, the first being Nier Replicant. The ending was beautiful and seriously brought tears to my eyes. And this is coming from someone who hardly ever cries. The gameplay is fun and addicting, the soundtrack is really nice and fits the game, and the story is one of the best I’ve ever seen.

    Seriously, do yourself a favor and pick this game up if you haven’t already. It’s one of the best games you’ll ever play!

    Thank you so much for the hard work Sucker Punch! This is the first game of yours I’ve ever played, but it definitely won’t be the last. You just got yourself a new fan!    … Expand
  48. SamHunny
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    To give you some background, I am a fan of Japanese history/culture and a hobby historian; I have done extensive research for the Kamakura era. This game takes a lot of creative liberties and I would say it is historically inspired, not historically accurate. The attire, for example, is more often Edo era but sometimes is Sengoku era--still several hundred years after the Mongol invasion.To give you some background, I am a fan of Japanese history/culture and a hobby historian; I have done extensive research for the Kamakura era. This game takes a lot of creative liberties and I would say it is historically inspired, not historically accurate. The attire, for example, is more often Edo era but sometimes is Sengoku era--still several hundred years after the Mongol invasion. Let's not forget the Kamakura era was really the introduction to samurai and bushido as we would later know them but the games story treats them as established traditions.
    It's clear the main inspiration was Akira Kurosawa films, with stand offs, 1 on 1 duels, and an amazingly cinematic experience that isn't isolated to cutscenes as you can pause the game most anywhere and get a perfect camera shot.
    The world is compact, which I appreciate because I don't have time for the likes of Witcher 3 and Red Dead Redemption 2's bigger and more robust worlds. Everything decorating the world feels purposeful and tells it's own story, from tragically placed bodies to burned down ghost towns. There's something to do not too far in any direction and the people you serve rush to you needed aid or offering you information. The quests really do remind me of the Witcher where each is a unique, consice story that will never be repeated. I really feel like a samurai protecting his people, even after the billionth time I rescue some villager from Mongol captors.
    One thing I really appreciate is that the Mongols are not painted evil by default. You can see how human they can be within the prologue itself and it contrasts well with how frustrated the main character, Jin, gets with his own people in later missions.
    I've seen people complain that Jin is boring and I really believe it comes down to personal taste. He has his depth but it's carefully guarded and I think that's an intentional aspect for his situation and how he was raised. He's respectful to allies and animals alike, but will stand firm where he must. I only played the game in English as the mouths don't sync for Japanese but I'm not disappointed--all of the characters are acted very well and have a lot of emotion and care in their lines. The pronunciation for non-english words are mostly natural and I could tell the actors really cared about the language, making the characters feel all the more believable.
    I don't really feel like I need to justify the combat--it's amazing. It's not Assassin's Creed: I've played every main AC entry since Renaissance. Assassin's Creed wishes it was this good. Controls are tight, impact is so satisfying, and being able to change the difficulty any time gives you a real sense of mastery. It's easy to get overwhelmed, which is why sometimes the less honorable option is the only way. Still, you aren't forced to take the easy option most of the time so even if it's harder, you can just slice through enemies like a pure blooded samurai.
    The story is great, the gameplay is great, the history is inaccurate but treated with respect, and the game is clearly made with love and inspiration. I'm glad this game is daring to put Japanese history and tradition front and center without being fantasy or over-the-top waifu bait. Not only do I hope this encourages more westerners to appreciate the majesty of Japanese culture but also encourage Japanese developers to share their culture and history with the works without worrying about how to "westernize" it.
    This is a skippable point but let's be honest, reviewers are mad that Last of Us 2 did poorly. They're mad Americans love and respect Japanese culture. I'm so tired of hearing about "white people" or "racism" when seeing reviews about this game; if you are worried, this game is in no way racist. It's crafted beautifully and it's well deserving of all the love and praise it's gotten. For any of it's minor flaws, few low scores have been fair to it and I think if they stopped hating it because it's Japanese history told by Americans, then they might actually enjoy themselves.

    This is game of the year for me.    … Expand
  49. spiegel1
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Flamboyant graphics, realistic action, fresh game system. And the story of probability being existenthusiastic.
    I think it will be the best game of the year.
  50. BigMikko
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. TL;DR great game, great story. not really long story, amazing combat. Not perfect, but damn great game.

    The story is exceptionally well made, though in my standards, too quick (bare in mind i enjoy long stories like assassin's Creed 2, witcher 3, etc). The side missions somewhat make up for it. Gameplay is great, my favorite aspect is the combat. It is indeed tough, but it fills you with pride when you understand the enemy patterns and master your Stances (BE patient, MASTER the enemy's patterns AND your stance attacks). I also enjoy the Outpost/fort attacks (similar to AC), though alerting the enemy is less punishable than other games' stealth functions.

    IT IS NOT AC JAPAN: no conspiracy to overthrow shadow puppeteers, climbing is VERY limited, assassination function is not as advanced as AC gameplay. Personally I'm annoyed with people praising this game as the Japanese assassin's Creed we always wanted (and I want it so badly). sucker-punch deserves better than that. not every open world game that involves stealth should compare to the assassin's Creed franchise, especially if that game is in a historical setting (ghost of tsushima has displayed better authenticity then any assassin's Creed I remember btw) this amazing game deserves to be in a league of its own, ESPECIALLY the combat, it smokes AC out the water in my opinion ( the last combat I truly enjoyed from assassin's Creed was unity, THAT took skill). GoT does have flaws, I wish there was more customization to gear, as in purchasing seperate armor components, that may have different affects on health, combat, etc. Instead you just unlock/discover armor/outfits that you can upgrade/dye. (Though helmet and mask are interchangeable but they seem just cosmetic). Biggest complaint is how you get the actual ghost armor late in the game, I DONT LIKE THAT, they marketed the game with that armor ON. I would assume you'll get it alot sooner. But whatever.

    The characters are good, I did form some love for some, annoyance for others (that was because of their actions/personality, not bad writing) the best part about the story is how it handles a conflict between holding one's honor/ego/self vs. doing what's necessary to protect someone. The big question is: will you sacrifice your honor(life) for someone's life? Or vice-versa? (Bare in mind feudal Japan's samurai culture was insanely honorable. Remember seppuku, cutting yourself open from waist as suicide from dishonor, their honor is LITERALLY THEIR LIFE). I love that conflict.

    All in all I did enjoy this game and I am still currently playing it, if you wish to go for all the trophies/achievements, it is very doable, personally I will enjoy the grind. Would give it 10 out of 10, but the story length, customisation options, were not my forte. (Story is not short, I'm just used to longer stories is all, regardless it is damn great!) I genuinely cannot wait for a sequel, I honestly hope there is a sequel.

    GHOST OF TSUSHIMA IS A GREAT GAME, GET IT.    … Expand
  51. Spliff007
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Really fun combat and story. Graphics are really good. Only thing that is not that great is the AI.
  52. Nuja
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Awesome game! Beautiful graphics and have a lot of content, and very respectful with the Asian culture and story, thats why this game is loved in Asia too. Good mechanics, everything is near perfection. Good job Sucker Punch, you deserve the GOTY.
  53. Jgpolito
    Aug 8, 2020
    5
    Is there anything more gratifying than mowing down a heap of Mongolian soldiers with Ghost Stance?

    I submit that there is not!
  54. MJDIDDY
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Outstanding game, enthralling story throughout all 3 acts with a great villain and fully enjoyable gameplay mechanics. The scenery and graphics are just stunning for a ps4 game, probably the best I've seen, it looks like a ps5 game. The game has a brilliant ending to top off an outstanding game. It simply is a must own for ps4 users. Xbox users are missing out big time!
  55. Major_Arjun
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Amazing game! Beautiful world, challenging and fun combat and a good story.
  56. Funktionull
    Aug 12, 2020
    7
    A great game made almost intolerable in its pacing due to unskippable repetitive narration and exposition with way too many arbitrarily slow horse trots and walking segments there for no reason other than to allow characters to talk. Please for the love of God add the ability to skip dialogue and cutscenes after completing the story.
  57. Knifey420
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    This is without a doubt the best gaming experience I've had on the ps4 and quite possibly my favourite game of all time. It has everything I want from an open world action / adventure adventure game. Fantastic story with interesting and meaningful side quests, engrossing gameplay with one of the best combat systems I've ever seen. Utterly jaw dropping visuals - they are not the mostThis is without a doubt the best gaming experience I've had on the ps4 and quite possibly my favourite game of all time. It has everything I want from an open world action / adventure adventure game. Fantastic story with interesting and meaningful side quests, engrossing gameplay with one of the best combat systems I've ever seen. Utterly jaw dropping visuals - they are not the most "realistic" graphics, but they sure are beautiful I've ever seen on a console - proving that photorealism doesn't necessarily equal better. The world is hugely immersive and uses a clever and original mechanic to guide you to your objectives and places of interest while maintaining an organic feel. Exploration in this world is a joy, Sucker Punch does a phenomenal job of recreating the atmosphere and environment of feudal Japan, from the dense bamboo forests, to the golden forests and peaceful fishing villages, to the tranquil hidden mountain shrines. There are so many things to discover. Even if you detract from the main quest, it never felt out of place going back to it. It's actually more beneficial to complete side quests before progressing through the main story, especially on harder difficulties.

    The voice acting is superb, the soundtrack is epic and lends a cinematic quality and ambience that succeeds in immersing you into the game. It's not without flaws though. The camera system can be hindering at times, there are a few graphical glitches (which are barely noticeably unless you're actively looking for them) and the main character could be a bit more interesting. However these flaws are so minor that they can easily be forgiven as Ghost of Tsushima more than makes up for them with it's many other shining attributes.

    A superb masterpiece of gaming

    10/10    … Expand
  58. Deneosan
    Aug 14, 2020
    5
    What a fantastic game this is , from the visuals ; the game play, right the way through to the music . Everything about this game makes you care about the characters you come across . What a fantastic job Sucker Punch.
  59. Desafie
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    I loved this game. I still can't stop playing this game. I love his katana fighting and graphics.
  60. cerebro8902
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    GOAT! Absolutely loved this game, i flawless masterpiece, i didn't want it to end
  61. Crookedquill
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Hands down one of the best games I have ever played in my entire life, breathtaking, the story line is amazing and the gameplay is even better.
  62. tommymarchesi
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    I loved this game so much. Sucker Punch knocked it out of the park with an engaging story and a beautiful ending. This was the first and only game where I cried at the ending, so I knew that I should review this game here.
  63. HarleyDyna
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    The game is an amazing experience.
    It holds you in front of the tv. It is a color entertainment and makes you take screenshots so often.
    It attracts you into the world so that you want to explore every place and do every side mission.
    This deserves 100% the game of the year 2020.
  64. karimluk
    Aug 15, 2020
    8
    Ghost of Tsushima is a very good game, the story is amazing and the island of Tsushima is interesting and big but when you complete 100% is boring because the island is completely empty you dont have nothing to do. Would be good an arena to fight with enemies or retry enemies bases Pd: sorry my english is not good
  65. Hilukee
    Aug 15, 2020
    8
    Excelente jogo, muito belo de ver, mas precisa melhorar na textura de alguns objetos
  66. Crazyfool
    Aug 15, 2020
    8
    The game is fun, it does get repetitive, but still I enjoyed playing it. The repetition kind of kills it for me though. I was just wanting it to be over by the end.
  67. PilhaSpencer01
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo viciante, antes da atualização estava ruim a iluminação e as texturas do cenário, depois melhorou bastante. História boa, combates muito legais e gráficos bonitos apesar do Downgrade visível. Como não tem nota 9,5 dou um 10.… Expand
  68. TBG_87
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    i created meta critic just for this game because it was the best game that release in 2020
  69. ekko64
    Aug 21, 2020
    7
    Enjoyable but nothing too amazing. Combat is great, keeps you on your toes and you look forward to it but the repetitiveness/dullness of the open world tasks brings it down a bit. Story did not grab me either, was not overly invested in the characters you had to help via side quests, the most interesting part of the story came at the very end I found. There are some suboptimal UI issuesEnjoyable but nothing too amazing. Combat is great, keeps you on your toes and you look forward to it but the repetitiveness/dullness of the open world tasks brings it down a bit. Story did not grab me either, was not overly invested in the characters you had to help via side quests, the most interesting part of the story came at the very end I found. There are some suboptimal UI issues too, eg you can't easily see your objectives whilst inside enemy bases, I Had to keep bringing up the map screen and resuming the game for it to briefly show me the objectives, sometimes the guiding wind would also show them but not all the time.
    Camera often frustrating more than anything else during fights coupled together with a mid/end game system that requires you don't get hit, makes this extremely annoying.    … Expand
  70. Lucky5CIaptrap
    Aug 24, 2020
    5
    Boring story, very boring side quests but the combat system is okay. There are too less details in this game and it seems that sucker punch didn't pay any effort
  71. time_
    Aug 26, 2020
    7
    it's a ubisoft game made worse

    terrible pacing, mediocre story, baffling direction, and filled with bugs that while funny, still break my inmersion

    stilll a fun game but the The Last of Us Part II bandwagon overrated this game (and it's not even better than the latter)

    the Far Cry series is not only better but much more fun
  72. b3nnyBlanc00
    Aug 31, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just finished this game and overall it was fairly good. The landscape was great looking but nothing groundbreaking. The story was an interesting period piece but the plot is stretched thin at times. For the aspects outside gameplay I would give this game an 8.5 . The gameplay itself became a grind like alot of these open world games. The controls were a little weird for me. The side missions start to get tedious. There was no need for the foxes, pillars and haikus. It was just boring busy work. Some of the main missions are more interesting than others. The mongol territories were very Far Cry style, although I did enjoy the bonus aspect added to each. The duels were frustratingly easy even on the hardest setting, especially after playing Sekiro recently. I give it a 6/10, same as I gave the last Far Cry. RDR2 was a little bit better even with all the grinding, and Horizon Zero Dawn was the last time i truly enjoyed a game like this.… Expand
  73. Bruno777
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    This game is sensacional !!!
    Very beautfull
    Gameplay 10
    History 10
    worth every penny!!
  74. tamninja
    Sep 3, 2020
    10
    For those who wonder, go to Youtube, look at the reviews. Look at people's playthrough. You'll know this is a great game, probably the best game the ends the PS4 era. Just ignore those stupid TLOU2 fan boys, you know they're dumb. Trust your eyes, trust your instinct.
  75. PHNTMRIDR
    Sep 12, 2020
    10
    Really enjoyed the game and am still enjoying it. I can see this probably going for game of the year. Still on story, but decided to write a quick review on it.
  76. nordskaya
    Sep 11, 2020
    10
    It's the execution of the game that takes my breath away. You can have a fun combat game, a beautiful game design, and also a good story, but to put that all together in a way that is cohesive, and reinforcing itself so that its meaning is always clear and shining forth, that's mastery of the art of story-driven gaming.

    One of the best stories I've ever seen, in television, in movies,    It's the execution of the game that takes my breath away. You can have a fun combat game, a beautiful game design, and also a good story, but to put that all together in a way that is cohesive, and reinforcing itself so that its meaning is always clear and shining forth, that's mastery of the art of story-driven gaming.

    One of the best stories I've ever seen, in television, in movies, in games. But it wouldn't have had its special touch if it weren't also a game, which molds its narrative in fluid ways, influencing the way you experience and think things through. For those who say games can't tell meaningful stories, they're dead wrong.    … Expand
  77. Orawpe
    Sep 19, 2020
    10
    The best game i have every played. I bought Ghost Of Tsushima the day it came out and have loved it all the way through playing it, the story is incredible and even after you finish the main story there is still so much to do such as the tails which are such good quality they feel like part of the main campaign. This game came out shorty after the last of us part 2, a game everyone hadThe best game i have every played. I bought Ghost Of Tsushima the day it came out and have loved it all the way through playing it, the story is incredible and even after you finish the main story there is still so much to do such as the tails which are such good quality they feel like part of the main campaign. This game came out shorty after the last of us part 2, a game everyone had high expectations for and overall as a story game it failed, the only reason i actually bought a ps4 was to play TLOU2 so that was just horrible for me but after having playing ghost of tsushima it has completely made up and more for TLOU2 which i know is unrelated by this game is simply incredible, the only game i like slighlty better than this was the first last of us but this game is an abolsute must buy for any PS4 owner and i am sure like other ps exculsives like TLOU1 that it will be coming to ps5 and maybe eventually ps6 as a classic as this game is clearly loved by almost all who played it, i absolutely can not wait for what the next Ghost Of Tsushima game is and i am already extremely excided for Ghost of Tsushima Legends, also the fact that dlc is coming for free really shows a lot about the dedication to its fan base and this game will remain at the very top of my list for a very long time i am sure.… Expand
  78. Sevsbay
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    Absolutly stunning. For me it's the better Assassins Creed. Graphics are fantastic and the gameplay is fun.
  79. Kwstaras
    Oct 2, 2020
    7
    Excellent combat (a bit hack & slash, but entirely new) and a wonderful scenery. Unfortunately, most of the (unnecessarily many) side quests are somehow in repeat. Scenario is OK! At the end of the day, most of the credits go to the beautiful scenes, sound and environment (reminding me of Kurosawa in RAN)!!!
  80. Alfredofan
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    The hame is fantastic. I’m a big fan of god of war, rdr2, sekiro, but, this game is absolutely beautiful and has something else. My favourite game for ps4 so far.
  81. neurolboi
    Oct 19, 2020
    9
    if this or doom eternal will not be a game of the year, then these prizes arent valuable anymore
  82. HeinAung20
    Oct 27, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s incredibly beautiful and combat is **** amazing it really lives like the tale of the Japan… Expand
  83. EwokSmuggler
    Nov 9, 2020
    9
    Story is great, Gameplay is very fun and simple, All around great game out of Sucker Punch. 9.5/10
  84. Zaccla
    Nov 1, 2020
    9
    Nice game a little bit repetitive but its a good start for a new licence....
  85. Tonis_93
    Nov 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La storia fatta molto bene composta in 3 atti; come se fosse un film.
    Il gameplay è molto piacevole, così come il combat System che difficilmente stanca.
    Ottimo gioco    … Expand
  86. Meet_Parmar
    Nov 11, 2020
    10
    Ubisoft could never reach this height even if the bet thier goddamn lives on it
  87. Haider_Talal
    Nov 12, 2020
    10
    It is an awesome game with very good graphics and masterpiece story.
    They way you play is unique and the Legends update is awesome
  88. Ahmedswessi26
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    That’s Greatest Game by Studio Sucker punch Productions I Think The Team of this game Worked So hard To make Ghost of Tshushima For The Gamers
  89. Pigparker
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    Ótimo jogo, gráficos lindos e artísticos, combate dinâmico e cinematográfico, modo foto que te faz passar horas e horas nele, a exploração do jogo é incrível também, a ilha de Tsushima tem vários locais lindos que você vai passar por lá e vai ficar horas admirando,contos míticos muito bons, história um pouco repetitiva mas tem seu charme, um dos melhores exclusivos da Sony sem sombra deÓtimo jogo, gráficos lindos e artísticos, combate dinâmico e cinematográfico, modo foto que te faz passar horas e horas nele, a exploração do jogo é incrível também, a ilha de Tsushima tem vários locais lindos que você vai passar por lá e vai ficar horas admirando,contos míticos muito bons, história um pouco repetitiva mas tem seu charme, um dos melhores exclusivos da Sony sem sombra de dúvidas.… Expand
  90. bagieta21
    Nov 15, 2020
    7
    Beautiful graphics. amazing atmosphere...but the game is kind of boring. it is a good game if you want to relax.
  91. HaloComesBac
    Nov 29, 2020
    9
    One of the best games I've ever played. Beautiful graphics, an emotional to enjoy and excellent, simple combat which evolves as you advance through the game. as a open world game this is excellent. You are actually encouraged to explore and do side tasks/mission to unlock new weapons etc which actually help. These side missions are actually fun and feel like a smaller main mission. It alsoOne of the best games I've ever played. Beautiful graphics, an emotional to enjoy and excellent, simple combat which evolves as you advance through the game. as a open world game this is excellent. You are actually encouraged to explore and do side tasks/mission to unlock new weapons etc which actually help. These side missions are actually fun and feel like a smaller main mission. It also connects with the main story very well to. This game captures the samurai aspect very well through it's beautiful art design, music, graphics and combat which includes stealth or going head on. the only thing preventing me from giving Ghost of Tsushima a perfect score is the camera. it isn't very good and can sometimes get in the way of combat but it isn't a game breaking issue. Easy GOTY for me… Expand
  92. soki98
    Nov 15, 2020
    9
    this game has it all a beautiful world and music and very nice and satisfying combat and skill tree
  93. CityPauper
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    It is a beautiful game. Well made and provides so many hours of fun. Great multiplayer, story and side quests. Could be a bit tedious at times but overall a very solid game that I wish to see more of its kind.
  94. Landonitis
    Nov 30, 2020
    10
    I wasn't sure what to expect when I purchased this game two weeks ago. I was encouraged by reviews and decided to log in. I would like to start by saying I typically game 2-4 hours per week. This game is so good I have cleared twenty hours already.

    As you will see in almost all other reviews, the game is beautiful, the user interface is refreshing, the gameplay it strong, and the open    I wasn't sure what to expect when I purchased this game two weeks ago. I was encouraged by reviews and decided to log in. I would like to start by saying I typically game 2-4 hours per week. This game is so good I have cleared twenty hours already.

    As you will see in almost all other reviews, the game is beautiful, the user interface is refreshing, the gameplay it strong, and the open world is rich. But what I wanted to write a review for was the writing. This is the first game I have played in years where I actually cared about the NPCs. The writing for side quest characters is so good that I have been avoiding main story arc just to immerse myself more in the island and its people.

    For example (this paragraph contains spoilers of a side quest, skip to next paragraph if you wish to continue reading without spoilers), after vanquishing a small city from the Mongols you hear from a local that his neighbor has been sneaking out at night. As you investigate it appears that this neighbor is stealing from the shrine. You follow him to a group of homes which appears is filled with bandits. As they discuss the most recent idol they found, they explain they are going to "bury it with the others" you follow them, and when you reach the burial ground, you realize they are burying these items to protect them from future Mongol invasions, in fact, they have been protecting peasants from Mongol raiders. As you bring them back to the city for fortified protection, the neighbor who reported this activity is at the gates shooing away peasants calling them thieves and bandits. Of course you step in and grant them entrance.

    Honestly, when you play side missions as described in the paragraph above, it is deep and enthralling. Everyone you meet has their own motivations and intentions and they are played out beautifully. There are many serious characters and there are some funny ones along the way, like the drunken Sake merchant who literally had me laughing out loud at several of his quests arcs.

    I love this game, I love the story, I love the side characters and NPCs, I love the visuals, and I love the combat, which punishes for not using mechanics and gives a true feeling of accomplishment when utilized to its potential.

    If you love story driven games, this is honestly the best open world game for you.    … Expand
  95. CarlJung
    Dec 1, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. if you love Japanese history and culture
    if you love the Edo Period
    this is the game for you .
    Brilliant world design , amazing combat , well made gear and weapon system
    magnificent story , very unique legendary quests that reward you with a worthy price indeed.
    some of the side missions could feel tedious .
    but these are not related to the heroes you encounter in the game itself
    just random citizens
    Sucker Punch made an amazing job and research made the game feel very authentic
    if you ever watched Akira Kurasawa movies this will feel familiar
    for me the game played is even better in Japanese .

    Graphics 8/10
    Gameplay 8/10
    Design 10/10
    Story 9/10

    this should have won best game of the year ..
    but for me it will always be    … Expand
  96. Toni185
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    This game is one of the best i ever played, graphics is amazing on PS4 Pro and game is so addictive and fun! 10/10
  97. Nayhat
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    One of the best game I have ever played. Beautiful acting, very good graphics, intense music. Story makes you cry.
  98. RoccoBalboa
    Dec 4, 2020
    9
    Amazing history, really good gameplay and atmosphere of Japan. Also online mode is really enjoyable. Great job from developers, you should give this game a try.
  99. Jesus_16
    Dec 7, 2020
    9
    Just played it recently and all I can say is that this game is a masterpiece with great visuals, story, acting, and just being overall too damn easy to be distracted with many side activities. The only thing that bothered me was that there were too many fox dens to do even after I had unlocked all charms slots and made the grind to 100% completion kinda tedious. But that's just my opinionJust played it recently and all I can say is that this game is a masterpiece with great visuals, story, acting, and just being overall too damn easy to be distracted with many side activities. The only thing that bothered me was that there were too many fox dens to do even after I had unlocked all charms slots and made the grind to 100% completion kinda tedious. But that's just my opinion so yeah also the ending was so good that It is even comparable to red dead redemptions 2 ending. I highly recommend this game and if you haven't played it, what are you doing with your life.… Expand
  100. AntonioCosta
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece!
    SJW free , a good story and the developers don’t false advertise and lye to their fans unlike The Last Of Us Part II
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#19 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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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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