Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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  1. Linkdani20
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Un juegazo en todo el sentido. Con zonas memorables y jefazos épicos. Comparado con los títulos de fromsoftware es un 9/10. Pero comparado con los otros títulos triple A es un 10/10. Cabe destacar que es un juego que requiere paciencia y tiempo. Si no estás dispuesto a dedicarle un buen tiempo lo mejor será que no lo compres, pero si si lo estás prepárate para uno de los mejores juegos deUn juegazo en todo el sentido. Con zonas memorables y jefazos épicos. Comparado con los títulos de fromsoftware es un 9/10. Pero comparado con los otros títulos triple A es un 10/10. Cabe destacar que es un juego que requiere paciencia y tiempo. Si no estás dispuesto a dedicarle un buen tiempo lo mejor será que no lo compres, pero si si lo estás prepárate para uno de los mejores juegos de la última generación.… Expand
  2. gai_kaligula
    Oct 12, 2020
    9
    Plot/Lore - 8
    Dialogues / characters - 8
    Visuals / graphics - 8
    Optimization - 7
    Game mechanics - 10
    Combat system - 10
  3. danimart
    Oct 14, 2020
    9
    Is FromSoftware, no more words are needed. Funny gameplay, good difficulty, great atmosphere... The story is brilliant and the bosses are amazing.
    Thank so much for this game FromSoftware. You must play.
  4. Roken2440
    Mar 24, 2019
    8
    As long time souls fan spanning from Demon souls to Blood born this game is truly a great successor of the souls franchise. I will say forget everything you know about combat in previous souls game in term of advanced combat. This game will completely punish you for even attempting to play it like any of the other souls game and teaches you a whole new way to look at combat allowing a newAs long time souls fan spanning from Demon souls to Blood born this game is truly a great successor of the souls franchise. I will say forget everything you know about combat in previous souls game in term of advanced combat. This game will completely punish you for even attempting to play it like any of the other souls game and teaches you a whole new way to look at combat allowing a new whole brand of skills to develop as you progress. Every time a new boss had appeared and i felt like i learned something new in combat without it telling me like how to space cretin bosses or learning how to make incredible high speed deflections. Every fight i felt like i was in so far i felt a real accomplishment and i love it.… Expand
  5. Inculcinator
    Mar 25, 2019
    9
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is, at it's core, an updated publishing of Tenchu: Stealth Assassins. I hesitate to even compare it to Dark Souls, because it is so, so different. However, I will since I know that is on everyone's mind - including my own. I have played all of the Dark Souls games and have thoroughly enjoyed them. When taken in it's own light, Sekiro it is fairly close to perfect.Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is, at it's core, an updated publishing of Tenchu: Stealth Assassins. I hesitate to even compare it to Dark Souls, because it is so, so different. However, I will since I know that is on everyone's mind - including my own. I have played all of the Dark Souls games and have thoroughly enjoyed them. When taken in it's own light, Sekiro it is fairly close to perfect. It does have some blemishes, but the luster is almost blinding at this point. I think if players can stop trying to shoe horn it into the Dark Souls catalogue, they will learn to love it.

    Tenchu is one of my all time favorite games, it arrived on the market in 1998 for the PS1. To look at the graphics today and marvel at how it was even playable back then, is a demonstration of just how far game engines have come. Many games owe their success to Tenchu, being a pioneer of stealth tactical games. The unique play style is as engaging now as it was 20 years ago.

    The level design is incredible. This is one instance where sharing resources with Dark Souls is not a bad thing. I've only been playing for a few days, and I have not cleared very much of the game, but the environment so far is breath taking. It begs to be explored, and there are a plethora of corners to find and inspect. That cliff dropping into the bottomless chasm has a shelf to drop down to, provided you figure out the path to it. That rocky outcrop that seems unreachable actually is, and getting there is half the fun.

    I read so many complaints in this board that Sekiro is a poor excuse for a Dark Souls / Nioh love child. Yes, it is. However, that is not what this game is about. A Ferrari makes a poor work truck, and Sekiro is the Ferrari. I've played all the Dark Souls and I love them. They are great games. That doesn't mean this is a bad game. If you think it is a bad game because it's not Dark Souls, you're missing the point.

    I noticed right away that the controls are lightning fast and responsive, but not squirrely. Playing Dark Souls, I always feel like I'm moving with drag, even if I'm skinny rolling. There's just so much weight to the controls, albeit with very concise feedback; well, not Dark Souls 2, feedback was horrible in DS2. Sekiro is about maneuvering into an advantageous position with speed and then executing that advantage. A purpose that is succinctly delivered upon. I get excited when I see the opportunity to chain the grappling hook action to "Spider Man" my way around the area, and I achieve a great sense of accomplishment from stealth take downs.

    Unlike Dark Souls, this game has a coherent story which unfolds as you play. This doesn't have an esoteric lore that will take a community of YouTube streamers 3 years to unravel by reading item descriptions and hyper analyzing the fleeting lines of speech from NPCs. Sekiro's story It's woven into the progress of the game, the story will compel you to reach just a little farther to get the next verse and learn more about the protagonist and his charge.

    This game does share some common mechanics and story telling techniques with Dark Souls. I found it uncanny and unnecessary. There is a central hub where a female avatar will unveil story elements and upgrade your Sunny D, there's a crafts man who whiles away his time while you're not around by crafting items of his desire, there are fast travel points that act as leveling spots. These are all cosmetic, since the bedrock of Dark Souls is min - maxing your spec, playing fashion Souls and gitting gud.

    Another place where this game suffers is the heavy reliance on "hit and run tactics". Unfortunately, the enemy placement seems at times to be inconsiderate of this. Or they expect an assassin to barrel head long into groups of enemies. It's just not practical to fight an enemy head on while two or more take shots at you.

    Should you play this game? If you expect it to be Dark Souls and wont forgive it for not being so, then no. Save yourself the trouble. However, if any of what I've said sparks an interest in you, then yes, you should.    … Expand
  6. Grahl1
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    What can I say... From Software did it again. Distancing themselves miles away from all other devs, creating another masterpiece that is absolutely unparalleled in everything, be it graphics, story, immersion, and specially (man, specially) that gameplay. No games ever made are as challenging and as rewarding to PLAY (not just watch). I mean, the combat is just perfect. Even more complexWhat can I say... From Software did it again. Distancing themselves miles away from all other devs, creating another masterpiece that is absolutely unparalleled in everything, be it graphics, story, immersion, and specially (man, specially) that gameplay. No games ever made are as challenging and as rewarding to PLAY (not just watch). I mean, the combat is just perfect. Even more complex and rewardng than in the other souls games. And there's no artificial difficulty - this is not freaking Nioh, where everything one shots you. There are no one-shots, yet the skill cap is nearly limitless, unlike Souls games where after a while you realize you just gotta dodge and attack once, dodge and attack once.

    In short, absolute masterpiece, would call it the best game ever if it wasn't for me preferring Western medieval settings (maybe it's in my blood).    … Expand
  7. robandsunday
    Mar 24, 2019
    8
    I am a souls veteran. All the way back to Demon souls. I love this game. It is awesome. The grappling hook adds a vertical element to the game that is unlike anything else. The game is fairly tough. I died a LOT at first. The mechanics of the combat are definitely its own. If you try to use the dark souls style to the game. It will punish you brutally. I would have given it a 10. ExceptI am a souls veteran. All the way back to Demon souls. I love this game. It is awesome. The grappling hook adds a vertical element to the game that is unlike anything else. The game is fairly tough. I died a LOT at first. The mechanics of the combat are definitely its own. If you try to use the dark souls style to the game. It will punish you brutally. I would have given it a 10. Except that there is no character customization. There is no online play. Of course these things could be added later. If you were a souls veteran who loved the sword builds. Congrats. This is truly the game for you.… Expand
  8. aboodi
    Apr 4, 2019
    10
    AMAZING but very very HARD ! .. if you arent ready to rage and yell you wont enjoy this game , i for one loved it a lot , its different from the DS & BB series and much more adventure oriented , Bosses are great and challenging even mini-bosses are fun, areas are beautiful and the lore is rich .. i loved more than anything the abilities you have or gain , didn't even think they'd make itAMAZING but very very HARD ! .. if you arent ready to rage and yell you wont enjoy this game , i for one loved it a lot , its different from the DS & BB series and much more adventure oriented , Bosses are great and challenging even mini-bosses are fun, areas are beautiful and the lore is rich .. i loved more than anything the abilities you have or gain , didn't even think they'd make it this detailed and complex , the least thing i liked was the main character tho , its the first time we get one that is fully written and we cant make .. the rest is perfect IMO .. 10/10 i have high expectations from FS but this game was a sweet surprise !… Expand
  9. cogdotnet
    Mar 26, 2019
    9
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a fantastic game, that both previous and newcomers to the game’s style will be able to hop in and enjoy. The game is marked for it’s intense combat, strategic thinking, and beautiful world design, while only suffering from some minor polishing issues as well as a questionable amount of replayability.
  10. JxMendes
    Jun 18, 2019
    8
    Sekiro Shadows Die Twice is a great game, but it is not a Dark Souls or a Bloodborne, for some people this can be something good and for others, it can be something bad. I had some mixed feelings at times, but most of it was enjoyable. My main issue with this game is the exploration. It IS cool to use the grappling hook and to jump, but once you reach high and/or hidden areas there isSekiro Shadows Die Twice is a great game, but it is not a Dark Souls or a Bloodborne, for some people this can be something good and for others, it can be something bad. I had some mixed feelings at times, but most of it was enjoyable. My main issue with this game is the exploration. It IS cool to use the grappling hook and to jump, but once you reach high and/or hidden areas there is nothing really good there. At 90% of the time all you will find exploring the map is consumable items, the other 10% of the time you will find another Shinobi Prosthetic, even that is not that great. The only prosthetics that I had really used on my gameplay were the Firecraker, the Umbrella and the Axe, I didn't found a good reason to use the other ones most than a few times or just to test them. At the end of the day, Sekiro is a good game, but I can say to you that I am really happy that Elden Ring is going to be a full Soulsborne game and not a Sekiro like game.… Expand
  11. FlameVent
    Aug 6, 2019
    10
    Game's a masterpiece in every aspect i can think of. The combat system, prosthetic tools, places one visits through the game, bosses, the story, graphics. Just an awesome experience. Would recommend 10/10!
  12. Mandrax
    Mar 24, 2019
    9
    Lots of bad reviews here because From Software didn't make the game the person wanted (i.e another Soulsborne game) rather than because Sekiro is a bad game. Sekiro is a VERY good game. Whilst it has some of the feeling of Souls game, it clearly is a different beast.

    The combat system feels fresh, but is very difficult to master. It feels satisfying however when you get into a fight    Lots of bad reviews here because From Software didn't make the game the person wanted (i.e another Soulsborne game) rather than because Sekiro is a bad game. Sekiro is a VERY good game. Whilst it has some of the feeling of Souls game, it clearly is a different beast.

    The combat system feels fresh, but is very difficult to master. It feels satisfying however when you get into a fight where you are blocking and scoring hits on the counter. It feels realistic. The movement is fluid and jumping over trees and buildings using the grappling hook feels very satisfying.

    Whilst Sekiro doesn't have all of the customisation Dark Souls had, there is still enough to get your teeth into. With skill trees for both your character and your prosthetic weapon, it's not just a shallow action game with very little substance.

    The game is hard. I mean REALLY hard. But it's also a great deal of fun. I'm a massive Dark Souls fan, but I appreciate that this is a different direction, and it's a game that Miyazaki and his team have done a fantastic job with. Don't be put off by people who are upset that it's not another Souls game or that it's single-player only. There is enough in this game to keep any Souls fan busy.    … Expand
  13. jppgarcia
    Mar 29, 2019
    9
    It's a great game. FromSoft managed to create something fresh while still keeping many elements that made their latest games so enjoyable. It's not perfect by any means, but people giving it low scores either don't understand how reviews work, or are just mad because they couldn't get past a boss fight. GIT GUD
  14. SungeezSolaire
    Mar 29, 2019
    9
    In a genre now becoming crowded with rip offs of the dark souls formula, Sekiro delivers a unique and unforgettable experience that takes the tropes of it and adapts them into something very new. The combat system will take a long time to master but when you have it is the most fluid and enjoyable combat in the menagerie of From Software games. My only complaint may be the slight lack ofIn a genre now becoming crowded with rip offs of the dark souls formula, Sekiro delivers a unique and unforgettable experience that takes the tropes of it and adapts them into something very new. The combat system will take a long time to master but when you have it is the most fluid and enjoyable combat in the menagerie of From Software games. My only complaint may be the slight lack of visual customization for sekiro hinself, but it serves as a reminder, that this isnt a Souls title. Its possible better.… Expand
  15. Don_Quixote007
    Apr 20, 2019
    10
    Great game but not for mainstream players. No power leveling, no summoning, you need actual raw skill and reflexes to complete this game which many will find it so challenging even more than other From Software games. I give it 10/10.
  16. DiegoClarke
    Mar 28, 2019
    10
    Amazing game, challenging but very satisfying, masterpiece, to enjoy hours and hours
  17. VmsCritic
    Apr 7, 2019
    8
    This is my 3rd From Software game. I've played in PS4 DK3, Bloodborne and now Sekiro. I must also say I've also played Nioh. Sekiro has an unique mechanic for the From Software genre, it has a nice story, around 50 bosses if you count with mini bosses, great sword fighting moments. The most impressive is the way Sekiro style moves through the history, it begins as a Medieval Japan in War,This is my 3rd From Software game. I've played in PS4 DK3, Bloodborne and now Sekiro. I must also say I've also played Nioh. Sekiro has an unique mechanic for the From Software genre, it has a nice story, around 50 bosses if you count with mini bosses, great sword fighting moments. The most impressive is the way Sekiro style moves through the history, it begins as a Medieval Japan in War, shifts from beautiful gardens to deep valleys, and depending on the history you choose, evolves to a Mythical genre, of which I enjoy more. I find hard to review this game because I enjoyed the gameplay, mechanics, however the difficulty is not always fair, especially through mini bosses. Anyway, I found it better than Bloodborne, but Dark Souls 3 and Nioh are still better games. In the end, if it comes a new Sekiro game, I shall also play, but I hope From Software evolve in the graphics/visual thing, as it seems the same from the last 3 games.… Expand
  18. bcdserra
    Mar 28, 2019
    10
    Ragey bois need to put the controllers down and find other ways to vent than bashing on another FS masterpiece. No it's not DS. No it's not BB. This is Sekiro and no matter how much of a GOD you were at the former, you'll need to rethink your strategy and get good (absolutely no pun intended) because right now you are not.
    To others; NO the gameplay is not clunky, NO the graphics aren't    Ragey bois need to put the controllers down and find other ways to vent than bashing on another FS masterpiece. No it's not DS. No it's not BB. This is Sekiro and no matter how much of a GOD you were at the former, you'll need to rethink your strategy and get good (absolutely no pun intended) because right now you are not.
    To others; NO the gameplay is not clunky, NO the graphics aren't inferior to prior FS titles (they have slightly improved) and don't be mistaken because apart from the "Japanese" levels you'll definitely encounter some truly nightmarish Soulsborney areas you wish you hadn't. Enjoy !    … Expand
  19. raitei
    Mar 29, 2019
    10
    1000/10 This game is a masterpiece

    The visuals are breathtaking, the combat is the best I've ever played in any game.
    From Software doing it again with their masterpieces
  20. Tenchitenno
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    Very much a 10/10 for this. The game is visually appealing, nice environments and ambiance with a real attention to detail.

    The trademark fromsoft story and cryptic world building is present. The combat system will challenge you even if you are a souls veteran and will force you to take risks. The feeling of overcoming the bosses comes second to none. Contrary to what others have    Very much a 10/10 for this. The game is visually appealing, nice environments and ambiance with a real attention to detail.

    The trademark fromsoft story and cryptic world building is present.

    The combat system will challenge you even if you are a souls veteran and will force you to take risks. The feeling of overcoming the bosses comes second to none.

    Contrary to what others have said the game is not cheap or poorly balanced, on the contrary, It is however very hard to grasp and has a steep learning curve.

    If you enjoy reaction based combat, feudal japan, ninjas, and if you liked games like ninja gaiden where the only block is your lack of skill to kill this boss, then this is the game for you.

    If however you played souls for coop, leveling, and liked to powerlevel to pass bosses then you will probably struggle in Sekiro and this might not be your type of game.    … Expand
  21. DragonDHitman
    Apr 4, 2019
    8
    As a from software game it was challenging and hard so if you're looking for a hard game you will have much fun with Sekiro.
    As for the story. The story was good enough to not hate or dislike it. It was good...But still not on the level of The Witcher 3 or God Of War for example.
    The World was big with different kinds of enemies and Mini bosses which were as if not more challenging than    As a from software game it was challenging and hard so if you're looking for a hard game you will have much fun with Sekiro.
    As for the story. The story was good enough to not hate or dislike it. It was good...But still not on the level of The Witcher 3 or God Of War for example.
    The World was big with different kinds of enemies and Mini bosses which were as if not more challenging than some bosses.

    The fighting mechanics are really fun to use because of the prosthetic hand.
    The combat is FAR different than Dark souls combat.
    Each boss requires not only a different strategy but a different fighting style.

    Sekiro himself is a bland character but you don't really Dislike him.

    The final score I'd give this game is 8.5/10    … Expand
  22. BrightAbyss
    Mar 30, 2019
    10
    I just want to start off this review by saying that Sekiro may be the hardest game I have ever played, and I love it. I've played all the Soul's games including Bloodborne and have never struggled quite as much as I have with Sekiro. The bosses are very tough and unique, and the games overall story is actually quite compelling and I'm excited to see how it continues to progress (I'm aboutI just want to start off this review by saying that Sekiro may be the hardest game I have ever played, and I love it. I've played all the Soul's games including Bloodborne and have never struggled quite as much as I have with Sekiro. The bosses are very tough and unique, and the games overall story is actually quite compelling and I'm excited to see how it continues to progress (I'm about 4 bosses in). This is a great addition to the From Software repertoire, but I can tell you that while this is similar to DS and Bloodborne, it is not the same. There is a very steep learning curve to this game, and I would implore you to stick with it and not rage after the first few parts of the game because it is a truly fantastic game.… Expand
  23. GamerNotGood
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Sekiro: Shadows die twice is by far the best game Fromsoftware ever released. In terms of combat, this game introduces a new level of how combat in video games should be. the combat is fair and satisfying and challenging at the same time. the game is beautiful but not the best, but certainly the best from developers, Fromsoftware. I have to say the forth ending was the saddest and the mostSekiro: Shadows die twice is by far the best game Fromsoftware ever released. In terms of combat, this game introduces a new level of how combat in video games should be. the combat is fair and satisfying and challenging at the same time. the game is beautiful but not the best, but certainly the best from developers, Fromsoftware. I have to say the forth ending was the saddest and the most chilling ending i have ever gotten in any video games. the game is worth platinuming for sure.… Expand
  24. Normamm
    Apr 5, 2019
    10
    From Software brought to us a NEW type of stealth, prosthetic and posture battle that i had ever seen on games. Congratulations !!! What a SUCH GOOD GAME!
  25. ofcaveb
    Mar 24, 2019
    9
    The game is good, good graphics, good mechanics, AI of the NPC good, is challenging, is not repetitive, does not have to spend 2/3 of the game doing side quests, fun and well done fights scheme. Sekiro presents several ways to accomplish missions, and brings the touch of FromSoftware in its great difficulty and punishing the player for his mistakes. But the game is not perfect. The cameraThe game is good, good graphics, good mechanics, AI of the NPC good, is challenging, is not repetitive, does not have to spend 2/3 of the game doing side quests, fun and well done fights scheme. Sekiro presents several ways to accomplish missions, and brings the touch of FromSoftware in its great difficulty and punishing the player for his mistakes. But the game is not perfect. The camera disrupts the player in small places, rendering occurring in front of him, some bugs mainly with NPCs. But do not take away the brightness of the work. I hope they are corrected.… Expand
  26. Creeeamy
    Mar 25, 2019
    9
    Game is called shadows died twice, I have died at least 400 times by now. Extremely misleading title, but very good game.
  27. tooitchy
    Mar 26, 2019
    9
    Amazing game, it's not Dark Souls, it's not Bloodborne, this is Sekiro. It has a lot of the DNA of Souls games, but it is a different game for sure. It's difficult, but it's not unbeatable, just don't give up and leave a salty review on metacritic, just because you are bad. The negative reviews are a joke, especially the one claiming it's ripping off Nioh.....Guess they never knew thatAmazing game, it's not Dark Souls, it's not Bloodborne, this is Sekiro. It has a lot of the DNA of Souls games, but it is a different game for sure. It's difficult, but it's not unbeatable, just don't give up and leave a salty review on metacritic, just because you are bad. The negative reviews are a joke, especially the one claiming it's ripping off Nioh.....Guess they never knew that Nioh came after the Soulsborne games, or that Tenchu was a From Soft title, and this game is 100% From Soft, not Nioh at all...

    Whatever, point is, the game is fantastic, could easily be game of the year so far, but I doubt it will get the media appreciation it deserves. Great game, runs fantastic on PC (no ultrawide support and locked to 60fps, so I docked 1 point), other than that I get steady 60 fps at 1080p, and 1440p on a gtx 1070 and a 6600k. Beautiful, amazing level design, very fun, and challenging boss battles, with normal mobs that let you feel like a bad ass again after getting beat down by a boss for a few hours. Highly recommended, and to the idiot saying it's "QTE" combat..... I'm really not sure what game he's playing, you can break an enemys posture and do a death blow, but it's not straight forward to get to that point, Soulsborne games always had a finishing move after parries, or backstabs....this is the exact same thing, and nobody claimed those were QTE's, and just like in those games, you need to either parry, more than once on later mobs, to even get the deathblow, so it's not like you're just pressing A to one shot everyone.

    Metacritic should really prune the reviews that exist just to trash a game, without a basic understanding of it. There's just no way anyone in their right mind could rate this lower than a 6, even if they couldn't get passed the first boss, you will still experience enough of the game to appreciate what is being done here, and that it was your own ineptitude that kept you from proceeding.    … Expand
  28. randomPlayer42
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    I played every soulsborne game from ds1 onward and this is the best next to Bloodborne in my opinion. It's really fast pace and doesn't allow you to roll through attacks anymore as much as its predecessors did, but instead forces you to get good at the game. I died about 20 times to the first boss(ogre) and was about to get angry, but then realized you really have to change your playstyleI played every soulsborne game from ds1 onward and this is the best next to Bloodborne in my opinion. It's really fast pace and doesn't allow you to roll through attacks anymore as much as its predecessors did, but instead forces you to get good at the game. I died about 20 times to the first boss(ogre) and was about to get angry, but then realized you really have to change your playstyle (which is a good thing as its not dark souls anymore). Furthermore the graphics are great for this kind of game and the scenery is breathtaking at times. If you're a fan of difficult games, that reward you for good reflexes and observation go for it. It has to be said tho, for this kind of game don't be ashamed to look up guides if you struggles some enemies are a bit tricky. My complaint is, that you can't customize your charakter as much, I'd like to at least see some cosmetic la changes or new blades.… Expand
  29. moromir0
    Mar 27, 2019
    9
    if you dont have the brain capability to locate your guard button, this game might be very difficult for you.
  30. Sinloth
    Oct 21, 2019
    10
    I finally beat Sekiro, and I loved it.
    It took me a while, Sekiro is definitely a different kind of beast than its predecessors, but I must admit I had so much fun in failing over and over and over again, honing my skills, improving little by little... In the end, when I beat Demon of Hatred and Isshin, I felt like a god with katana.
    From Software is one of the best game developers of    I finally beat Sekiro, and I loved it.
    It took me a while, Sekiro is definitely a different kind of beast than its predecessors, but I must admit I had so much fun in failing over and over and over again, honing my skills, improving little by little... In the end, when I beat Demon of Hatred and Isshin, I felt like a god with katana.

    From Software is one of the best game developers of this time, hands down. The craftsmanship is apparent at every corner, the game looks great, moves great, animations are seriously state of the art. Mechanically the game takes a bit from the Souls series, but not quite as much as Bloodborne did, it's a breath of fresh air and I cannot wait for their next title, Elden Ring at this point.

    At times ridiculously punishing and difficult, but ultimately satisfying experience. Now that I have finished it once, I already plan to run an NG+ run with all my hard earned perks and I sincerely believe it will not be my last playthrough of the game. Personally I think Sekiro is the second best game released in 2019 (for me it actually comes very close after Resident Evil 2 Remake) and one of the best games we've seen in a while.    … Expand
  31. Karraces
    Apr 6, 2019
    10
    Fantastico juego que demuestra que From Software puede hacer cosas distintas a los Souls sin perder calidad.
  32. ArnieJRimmer
    Apr 7, 2019
    8
    Sekiro is a great game in a vacuum. Compared to the 5 previous Soulsborne games however, it falls short. My review is for people that loved those games, but haven't picked up Sekiro yet.

    The biggest issue? Fromsoft took a cleaver to the amount of content they would usually include in the series. Co-op PvE, PvP, player messaging/bloodstains, character creation, character build    Sekiro is a great game in a vacuum. Compared to the 5 previous Soulsborne games however, it falls short. My review is for people that loved those games, but haven't picked up Sekiro yet.

    The biggest issue? Fromsoft took a cleaver to the amount of content they would usually include in the series. Co-op PvE, PvP, player messaging/bloodstains, character creation, character build customization - all gone.

    Nominally it was done in order to create a 'more focused' 'action' game, rather then the 'action RPG' of other Fromsoft titles. The results are not worth the sacrificed elements. The new swordplay system is of course the biggest change, and it's not bad. Certainly faster, louder and more bombastic - but I would hesitate to call it better then the understated, slower, deliberate pace of Dark Souls. It is a nice change of pace in a game that plays quite similarly in other aspects to its fore-bearers.

    The new grapple hook and jump mechanic are less of a success. Grapple is limited to very specific locations which are highlighted by a big green circle on the UI. It looks a bit messy, and the circle will frequently not appear when it should do, leaving you unable to grapple. The hook is supposed to open up the game world, but its mostly just smoke and mirrors - there is no more freedom then in previous games, fromsoft have just been a bit cleverer in disguising the boundaries.

    The other big addition is the stealth mechanic. It isnt anything special. Imagine whats already in Dark Souls, add a UI meter telling you when an enemy will spot you and thats basically the gist of it. The enemy AI is essentially braindead, so do not expect any cool reactions to your characters sneaky antics like in MGS 5 for example.

    So all those elements removed, replaced with a decent combat system and so-so grapple and stealth mechanics. The trade doesn't work, and a lot is cut for little given back.

    Sadly these cuts extend to other parts of the game. It feels like the developers were working with a much smaller timeframe or budget then in the past. The size of the game world feels quite small, and you will revisit the Ashina Castle area of the map no less then 4 times over the course of the game. Another early portion of the world, Hirata Estate, gets retread in the late game as well. Much worse is the amount of content recycling when it comes to the enemies. Just about every 'miniboss' and a number of big bosses are reused. One of them no less then 5 times! A few others 3 times, and quite a lot twice. It feels like its all repeated in order to stretch out the play time, which leads into the difficulty.

    Yes, Sekiro is a very hard game. Prepare to struggle through many of the minibosses, and really struggle with some of the big bosses (the last two boss encounters are extreme, even if one is optional). Whilst there is nothing wrong with hard games, there needs to be a balancing act between tough but fair and frustrating. For my own tastes, Sekiro really straddles that line, sometimes falling over it. I am a veteran of fromsofts work, I even remember the joy of buying Dark Souls on release day. For someone with less experience then me, the difficulty could be overwhelming. In my opinion the high difficulty level, like the content recycling, is another way fromsoft have tried to lengthen the game. The longer it takes to clear a boss the longer your playing, right? If Sekiro's difficulty level was down on the same level as Souls, it would feel pretty short. Really short if there wasn't so much recycling.

    Despite not being up to the standard of previous games Sekiro is still very good - its just not quite up there with its predecessors. Here's hoping the numerous cuts made by the developers are in service of something greater - like programmers and modelers being taken off the project to work on Bloodborne 2.    … Expand
  33. RanGom007
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    complex, exciting, beautiful ... only for those who are ready to endure torment and enjoy the victory.
  34. EXILER
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece! (From Software) did it again!!! this maybe the closest we will ever get to Tenchu For a While.
  35. tibzoid
    Mar 28, 2019
    10
    STICK WITH IT. It's not a Souls game but it is made with the same level of dedication. It's only "hard" because you have to educate yourself and learn how to play it. That takes time. Whatever you do, don't give up on it. I broke through the frustration wall and now I'm absolutely loving it. The game mechanics seem confusing at first but you get muscle memory after a while and then itSTICK WITH IT. It's not a Souls game but it is made with the same level of dedication. It's only "hard" because you have to educate yourself and learn how to play it. That takes time. Whatever you do, don't give up on it. I broke through the frustration wall and now I'm absolutely loving it. The game mechanics seem confusing at first but you get muscle memory after a while and then it turns into a total blast. Again, keep going!… Expand
  36. Aleco
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    Total masterpiece. I see people complaining about lack of customization and RPG touch but I didn't miss them. This game doesn't need it and it works very nice. New combat mechanics are fresh and addictive, took me many deaths to get a hang of it but then I enjoyed it very much. Great way to reward more aggressive gamplay style. Visually beautiful.
  37. thegamefox1993
    Apr 1, 2019
    10
    why the hell are there so many salty fans, who haven't beaten half of the game, reviewing this?? This game is a masterpiece. From softwares second best game all time, and possibly one of the top 5 games this gen. This deserves all the 9s and 10s.
  38. steba73
    Mar 22, 2019
    9
    Bel gioco, grafica discreta e difficile all'ennesima potenza.
    Resta che ti tiene attaccato allo schermo per il forte senso di competizione che si instaura. Inoltre i combattimenti sono difficili, ma mai punitivi con l'impegno superi sempre il boss o miniboss di turno. Da comprare al day one!!!
  39. Mponder205
    Mar 28, 2019
    9
    If you like samurai/ninja and Japanese lore as well as the Soulsborne games, then run and buy this. I have not been able to put Sekiro down. If you are new to FromSoftware's games then be prepared for extremely intense yet rewarding mechanics that you don't find in modern games. People saying there is no leveling up are not good enough to progress I assume. There is character leveling,If you like samurai/ninja and Japanese lore as well as the Soulsborne games, then run and buy this. I have not been able to put Sekiro down. If you are new to FromSoftware's games then be prepared for extremely intense yet rewarding mechanics that you don't find in modern games. People saying there is no leveling up are not good enough to progress I assume. There is character leveling, skill leveling and tool leveling. No, there is no difficulty setting (except a trick to make it harder) Yes, you lose XP and money when you die. Yes, you will die a lot. No risk, no reward. There are always systems in place in any Fromsoftware game and this is one of the most fast paced and intense game they have ever made. Highly recommended.… Expand
  40. DoctorCocToPuss
    Mar 25, 2019
    8
    The game embodies the "break you down, then build you up" mantra often adopted by military boot camps. It is relentless, punishing, and unfeeling. It forces you to adapt. You will be very angry and may feel like quitting. But, once you do adapt, you will feel rewarded. Less for the items, loot, and abilities you receive upon triumph, and more for the knowledge that through the tribulationThe game embodies the "break you down, then build you up" mantra often adopted by military boot camps. It is relentless, punishing, and unfeeling. It forces you to adapt. You will be very angry and may feel like quitting. But, once you do adapt, you will feel rewarded. Less for the items, loot, and abilities you receive upon triumph, and more for the knowledge that through the tribulation you have become better. Man, does the game make you feel good about being better.

    Not perfect by any means, though. A few bugs here and there, not the most visually stunning in today's climate, camera can be clunky.    … Expand
  41. MESSAOUD93
    Apr 2, 2019
    10
    Brilliant game.I
    m amazed how much different this game is compared to other Fromsoftware I was definitely sure it would be a great game
    Thank you FromSoftware once again ! You're the best in the world
  42. marco88
    Mar 22, 2019
    9
    I love it. Finally is the first title from software that I am able to play . The combat system is awesome, with bloodborne I could play , too slow to attack, this one is faster and really reflex skill based , obviously technically is not the best as FS always been. But the gameplay is just nice.
  43. TheDevilCorrect
    Mar 24, 2019
    8
    Great game if you go in understanding there is some serious repetition.

    Dying, yes; but chances are you'll be running back (and forth) to the "save statue" to rest, rather than dying, because you can rez once before you suffer and penalties. Of course everything respawns so you gotta fight ur way back. The jump+grab ledge function is flighty. I get that they want precision, but it    Great game if you go in understanding there is some serious repetition.

    Dying, yes; but chances are you'll be running back (and forth) to the "save statue" to rest, rather than dying, because you can rez once before you suffer and penalties. Of course everything respawns so you gotta fight ur way back.
    The jump+grab ledge function is flighty. I get that they want precision, but it really translates in to just not feeling great or natural. Of course after you (irl) start to fatigue after hours of repetition these jumps to ledges start getting even more difficult and add to a mounting frustration level.

    Lastly, there are the annotations when you are being attacked. See, the game is dependent on these "worded" ques from semi-bosses. They tell you- when your enemy is about to thrust his weapon at you, or is about to perform a sweeping attack; in which there are very specific ways to counter each move. You get this information in two ways. One, the actual motion of your enemy, who will telegraph his strike type for maybe a second in real time. Which is pretty quick for most of us, considering the "mental stress of battle." The second indicator, is a word, which would be great, except it's in Japanese, and that's a problem if you don't speak Japanese. You may have to memorize the actually move that the blocky red and orange Japanese phrase means. So this weird symbol mean he going to "thrust attack."..etc. This could add hours of repetition if you don't take the time to do so.

    Don't get me wrong, it's a great game, but it's certainly not for everybody. The repetition is a bit mind melting.    … Expand
  44. kwstas
    Mar 22, 2019
    9
    as expected sekiro is another great game by fromsoftware which seems they cant make a mistake with their games . The game has some elements which reminds dark souls though with many new ideas overall . I cant say it is better than dark souls or bloodborne though it is almost an entirely different game so no one should compare them directly and it is also a great game in its own unique wayas expected sekiro is another great game by fromsoftware which seems they cant make a mistake with their games . The game has some elements which reminds dark souls though with many new ideas overall . I cant say it is better than dark souls or bloodborne though it is almost an entirely different game so no one should compare them directly and it is also a great game in its own unique way and style . In general it has a pretty enjoyable and complex combat system , it gives you more freedom on how you want to approach with jumping and parkour around and it also offers a way better stealth gameplay than any of the soul games . Of course it has a great design with some amazing graphics combining with an interesting scenario . Overall yet another great game for 2019 and we have not even reach the half of it .… Expand
  45. Vertas
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    Amazing graphics with a good story, and combat with a high skill cap but so satisfying when you for the first time beat a boss without taking damage.
    The only downside to it is also why the game works, there is few controlled rpg elements but this stands so u cant cheese tactics and abuse bosses in an unintended way
  46. bersi84
    Mar 23, 2019
    8
    After the SoulsBorne series it was apparent that Sekiro would deliver a quite different experience. Although some features are pretty similar such as the estus flasks for healing. Besides that the new fighting system is quite interesting but to me personally disappointing. It does not feel very appealing sometimes even more mashy although the 60fps combat itself is amazingly fluent.

    I    After the SoulsBorne series it was apparent that Sekiro would deliver a quite different experience. Although some features are pretty similar such as the estus flasks for healing. Besides that the new fighting system is quite interesting but to me personally disappointing. It does not feel very appealing sometimes even more mashy although the 60fps combat itself is amazingly fluent.

    I encountered some frame drops but as it was always on the same screen positions I think it is just a minor optimization problem because besides that the game runs smooth. The graphic is at times beautiful and sometimes a bit disappointing. It lacks details of other current gen titles of that caliber which is not that bad but I feel it still has to be noted because it is noticeable. The soundtrack is good but does not get me driven as other titles aswell. Yet it blends in well with the general theme. The loading times are okay. Strangely they seemed to get better after I was playing for a while, maybe I just got used to it. It is not as bad as Bloodborne was but still there are noticeably loading times when using the fast travel. Besides that the interconnected world has no loading sequences which is nice.

    The enemies are okay-ish. I cannot pinpoint describe what is lacking but they do not feel as detailed and charming as other games that FromSoftware delivered. The variety is also a little bit weak. Main and sub bosses are again a hard competition but the posture system feels weird at times when facing them. Also sometimes it feels more like defendin for huge time while dealing 1-2 slashes and wait again. This of course might be intended but to me feels less entertaining.

    I want to re-visit this review after more play-time as games such as DS or Bloodborne also took some time to get going but the first impression is, that the game was pretty hyped, delivered well but it is certainly not the awaited next prodigy from FromSoftware. Thats at least my personal opinion.

    Interested people should wait for a price drop. I do not see the launce price tag fitting, yet.    … Expand
  47. Evaldo12
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    jogabilidade excelente e fluida, from software acertou novamente
    Só a parte gráfica que não esta tão forte, mas não atrapalha em anda a gameplay
  48. Stinny_B
    Mar 22, 2019
    9
    Don't listen to people comparing this to Nioh because they're nowhere identical. Sekiro is extremely technical game that emphasizes raw skill with some light RPG mechanics. I applaud From Software doing something entirely different and being successful at it. You will think the introduction of the resurrection mechanic will make the game "easier" compared to previous titles, but if youDon't listen to people comparing this to Nioh because they're nowhere identical. Sekiro is extremely technical game that emphasizes raw skill with some light RPG mechanics. I applaud From Software doing something entirely different and being successful at it. You will think the introduction of the resurrection mechanic will make the game "easier" compared to previous titles, but if you aren't at the top of your game, than you'll easily find yourself beaten down by a simple thief. If you are looking for an action game that really tests raw skill to something that a game like DMC focuses on, than Sekiro will be your game. The lore is rich enough to keep you engaged, but far less cryptic than the Dark Souls games meaning you don't have to watch a gauntlet of youtube videos to really know what's going on.
    World design is really neat offering higher vantage points to really plan your routes offering a little more flexibility in how you engage enemies compared to past titles.

    Yea the graphics aren't exactly amazing, but honestly who really cares if the gameplay is good. Occasionally frame rate drops, but nothing major and something can be resolved easily with a patch. The addition of the mechanical arm is a nice introduction as it functions similarly to the trick weapons of bloodborne but has very specific uses and can be upgraded to increase its utility. You won't be disappointed with this title and anyone who gives it below an 8 because of graphics and frame-rate is just ridiculous.    … Expand
  49. kimyeonho
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    A better game than expected.
    The From software succeeded the gameplay of the Soul series and Blood Borne, but made a nice IP game with a new attempt. The manipulation of the battle unmistakably provides the thrill and thrill that has never been seen before.
  50. TangoFan
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    Mil vezes melhor que o repetitivo Nioh..

    Quem jogou Tenchu? Esse jogo é um Tenchu + DarkBorne

    SENSACIONAL!!!
  51. Animespora
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    Literally pay no real attention to 70% of the negative reviews. Sekiro is on a class all on it's own and From Software has said countless times that it was targeting pure action, rather than anything you would consider "deep" like countless RPG elements. Sekiro is an Action-RPG and that last part is because of the utility offered by items, prosthetic tools earned throughout the game (whichLiterally pay no real attention to 70% of the negative reviews. Sekiro is on a class all on it's own and From Software has said countless times that it was targeting pure action, rather than anything you would consider "deep" like countless RPG elements. Sekiro is an Action-RPG and that last part is because of the utility offered by items, prosthetic tools earned throughout the game (which are essentially like spells or weapon morphs in Bloodborne), and other stat related enhancements and even deadly. Sekiro is not Bloodborne, Demon's Souls, Dark Souls, SoulsBorne, wtf-etc! It's masterclass enemy design, animations, stealth, action mechanics, unique NPC quests, and it's "lovely" killer roosters :) not to mention some of the best fuc*** boss battles I've played in a video game! If you don't like sekiro, sekiro doesn't care... you already 死… Expand
  52. unit_1
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    Great game! I had high expectation and am not disappointed. Maybe I'll love it more than RE2. Too early to say. But it's definitely worth it.
  53. Whitewolfx99
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    One of the Best game this year! If you like Tenchu and Dark souls this is a perfect game for you!! Punishing gameplay as expected from Fromsoft. Definitely not for casual gamers out there.
  54. MadnessisRising
    May 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played this game so many hours in the last 3 days and i'm going for my fist review now.

    As a Dark Souls and Bloodborne-player I thought: Ok, this one will be though but I already have beaten the other FromSoftware-titles so i will be fine. I was so wrong. This game is so far the most difficult one. At least till now. I needed around 10-15 hours to fully understand everything new in this game. At least I can say after after all the learning (and of course dying) the combat is mostly awesome! Blocking in time with the sword to get through the enemy's defence is so much fun! Sekiro also looks so damn beautiful (at least for me who is interested in Japanese culture and history). Exploring the world is also cool.

    The one thing I don't like so far is, you can easily get one or two shot by some enemy's. Don't get me wrong it's ok that they are strong but sometimes you cant block in time after dodging them.

    There is another point which give me trouble so far: Dodging unblockable moves. I really love the mechanic. and it works quiet well vs. the "zombie-coach" but in fights against tough enemy's or bosses it's so hard to guess for which move they are going for. The time-gap is so damn little that i get hit by nearly every attack of those.

    Hopefully it's just me (and not the game) who needs to improve and get better, that i can give this game 10/10 points.

    -Edit-

    So far, so good I think i did (and beat) everything possible in this game exept the final endboss (Ishiin).
    I indeed got better in this game after beating the first 2, 3 bosses i also got (at least a bit) better in dodging unblockable moves. I also realized the umbrella-tool helps a lot when it comes to this.
    The fast two-shotting was still a problem for me but i got used to it.
    So these problems got solved, unfortunately other things still bothered me.

    The first thing is the enemy-variety. It looks like From Software got really lazy at least when it comes to the minibosses in the game. It is really sad to see some of them multiple times in the game on non-special places... It's ok to face some big Samurais (they may belong to a noble-guard or something) but for the others it's really sad. I only count 2 unique minibosses (O Rin and the armored knight on the bridge).
    Second: The manifestation-enemys (or minibosses if you want). They are by far the worst thing in the whole game. 5 Headless and 3 Shishimen-warriors. NONE of them was not even nearly fun to fight! During the midgame i try to face them sometimes but I got killed instantly. So i faced them in lategame with full attackpower and health and they die very easy with no special tactics just hit them without pause with your "divined-konfetti-katana". I expected more from FromSoftware, than this ****

    At last i will come to the main-bosses in game. Also in this category they were a bit lazy. The most of them are really great in design, super-difficult and interesting like it should be. But some of them also got reused later in game like the Monk (for which i was really glad, the true monk was one of the best fights in the game), the headless ape (still creepy but kinda boring to fight in the second time) and also genichiro (which was too predictable).
    Talk about Genichiro, it's really hard to push myself to fight him in the end. Why? Because of 4 damn phases..... I immediately got annoyed after beat Phase one when I saw another 3 Phase-Points. Like I said before it's totally Ok when they are strong but i don't wanna fight one guy for 20 minutes! I'm a patiently person but also my patience is limited. I prefer one or two healthbars with a difficult moveset over this guy.

    So sadly I can't get higher than 8 points but let me tell you it was a really great and fun experience so far which is totally worth playing. But compared to Dark Souls it has not that high replay-potential i think.    … Expand
  55. Aleshinkun
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    Miyazaki did it again.

    Froms come back wit a new ip setting in an amazing Mystical Japan. The game is hard but very satisfying, Art and map design are very inspired, but the very core of this game is the amazing gameplay. From improve the sword combat of the old souls, with some good stealth mechanics and cool finisher moves. So far a truly masterpiece...maybe not for everyone.
  56. moxmeista24
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    Ok so first off I don't like Dark Souls or Bloodborne. I like them from the outside (as in I think they look like great games in terms of environments, bosses etc.) but when I gave them a go I hated the repetitive corpse runs, rarity of checkpoints and lack of story focus. I know hardcore fans love all that but it felt tedious to me and I was always disappointed that I couldn't get intoOk so first off I don't like Dark Souls or Bloodborne. I like them from the outside (as in I think they look like great games in terms of environments, bosses etc.) but when I gave them a go I hated the repetitive corpse runs, rarity of checkpoints and lack of story focus. I know hardcore fans love all that but it felt tedious to me and I was always disappointed that I couldn't get into them (I got as far as Father Gascoine in BB).

    Despite all that I still pre-ordered Sekiro because it looked amazing when watching the trailers and gameplay videos. I'm happy to say that I have finally found a From Soft game that I can actually enjoy. This game is hard AF but it's so good and when you die it doesn't feel unfair or cheap. The combat is fast and fluid and the movement feels unrestricted and free (can actually jump and climb!). The skills tree is way better than having a list of stats as well, and after each boss you get a prayer bead, once you get 4 you can unlock a health & posture boost. This takes away the grinding element as you can't just grind to improve health or posture before a boss. This probably makes it harder in some ways but I prefer it.

    The story is also a lot clearer (although you still have to piece things together) and a proper protagonist is much better IMO as it gives some purpose to what you are doing. I haven't completed it yet I've just got past the poisonous drunkard boss from the trailer but so far I'm loving it.

    If you like action adventure games then you will definitely love this as it's incredible. Even if you don't like soulsborne games give this one a try as it's a lot more accessible than previous titles. The combat and general movement are more fluid, the checkpoints are spread out more sensibly, and there is much more overall polish in terms of final product.    … Expand
  57. duracellman
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    I had to come to grips with the lack of RPG mechanics, but I think From have created a masterpiece. The game being based on a specific character / weapon allowed them to make something incredibly focused while retaining signature From oddness, ambiguity, and intricate world design.

    People saying the combat is just about parrying now have not mastered the combat. In practice, deflection    I had to come to grips with the lack of RPG mechanics, but I think From have created a masterpiece. The game being based on a specific character / weapon allowed them to make something incredibly focused while retaining signature From oddness, ambiguity, and intricate world design.

    People saying the combat is just about parrying now have not mastered the combat. In practice, deflection works pretty differently than parrying in Dark Souls. There's so much more nuance to the combat now, from crowd control options, when to jump, dodge, block or deflect, move interruptions, combat arts, combos with prosthetic attachments good against certain enemies, etc. The posture system alone makes it completely different than Dark Souls. You can not play it like those games even if it seems like you can get away with it. If you're playing well you will be aggressive, attacking often and performing very deliberate moves against specific enemies.

    Once the combat clicked I was amazed at how fluid and fun it can be, and that a lot of tough enemies can be taken down pretty quickly if you play well. One thing it does have in common with Souls is that the longer a boss stays alive, the harder it is to deal with. And like Dark Souls it's a difficult game because it wants you to learn how to play it right, and execution in Sekiro is even more challenging, and even more satisfying than From's other games.    … Expand
  58. Dudraug
    Apr 25, 2019
    8
    My review contains some kind of spoilers...

    Game is actually good. But it has few serious problems, it is reason why my personal score is not 10/10. Actually I voted as "5/10" before but I've changed my opinion. Game is good especially after some point. So: + gameplay. When you understand how to play in right way you will love fight system and gameplay. + atmosphere. I don't know    My review contains some kind of spoilers...

    Game is actually good. But it has few serious problems, it is reason why my personal score is not 10/10. Actually I voted as "5/10" before but I've changed my opinion. Game is good especially after some point.

    So:
    + gameplay. When you understand how to play in right way you will love fight system and gameplay.
    + atmosphere. I don't know to describe it, but I love this world. I want to return to this world again and again.
    + Bosses. Not mini-bosses. Almost all "big bosses" are good. I've got too much fun from fighting with them.

    - Boring game beginning.
    - Chained ogre from game beginning is too powerful and HAS TERRIBLE hitboxes. I just spent too much time here. Hard bosses is not bad but I'm not sure that add such bosses in beginning of game is good idea. 90% of players don't have understanding of gameplay when they meet him. And bosses have to have non-broken hiboxes
    - Areas after Blazing bull: AshinaReservoir and Ashina Castle are terrible. They have terrible mini-bosses, boss-fight arenas, pathes to mini-bosses. I wanted to delete game when I was there. Small room as boss-fight arena in game with terrible camera... Are you serious? Developers know that camera in soulsborne games are not really good. I;m sure they know but they use small room as boos-fight arena!
    - Fight system. Not the combat system itself because it is good but fact that you have no choice. You cannot be a cliric, a mage, an archer. You have only one weapon. There are no Threaded Cane, Rakuyo or Saw Cleaver. It's so annoying
    - repeating of bosses/min-bosess. Some mini-bosses are repeated 4-5 times!!! if you thought that Dark Souls 2 has a problems with bosses repeating I can say - no. DS2 has unique bosses if we compare it with Sekiro!
    - There are too few interesting items which you can find in the wold. Game has no weapons, rings(runes), armors. 90% of items which you can find in game are consumable items.
    - Boring way to Platinum achievement.

    But after 2 walkthroughs I can say that game is really good. I hope that the developers will make work on the mistakes and we get 10/10 Bloodborne 2 or Sekiro 2. But now only 8/10    … Expand
  59. thimost
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    GAME of the YEAR!!!!!!! Maybe the best PS4 Game. Thank you so much 4 this Game.
  60. Qwazar
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    I consider this game one of the best in that janra. So in my opinion it is 10/10
  61. whatiswrongwith
    Mar 25, 2019
    9
    I am terrible at this game. I have played probably 4 hours. I have died almost a hundred times. But it's beautiful, holds me accountable, and I love it. This is my first From Software game, and I went in with the expectation that I would die a million times and might need to restart the game because of how terrible I would be at it. I think if you go in with that mindset, you'll becomeI am terrible at this game. I have played probably 4 hours. I have died almost a hundred times. But it's beautiful, holds me accountable, and I love it. This is my first From Software game, and I went in with the expectation that I would die a million times and might need to restart the game because of how terrible I would be at it. I think if you go in with that mindset, you'll become addicted to the exacting and exciting gameplay and alluring world. Wish me luck. Any advice on how to be better at this would be appreciated it. Gave a 9 cuz it's too hard, but it also gets a 9 cuz it's so hard.… Expand
  62. SLURM187
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    Different enough from From Software's last few releases to feel fresh, but similar enough to keep us crawling back for more. I don't want to spoil any game mechanics or progression like some of the other reviewers, but don't go into this expecting the exact same Dark Souls formula. It is very much a different game as far as progression is concerned. This game is focused primarily on combatDifferent enough from From Software's last few releases to feel fresh, but similar enough to keep us crawling back for more. I don't want to spoil any game mechanics or progression like some of the other reviewers, but don't go into this expecting the exact same Dark Souls formula. It is very much a different game as far as progression is concerned. This game is focused primarily on combat and exploration. You don't have to worry about finding sets of armor, new weapons, etc. You do however need to practice your combat skills until you feel comfortable navigating this treacherous world filled with supernatural creatures inspired by Japanese myths and lore. One aspect that I like is the removal of any online features. I always felt like summoning was a crutch for players that were too lazy to study each boss and figure out a proper strategy in order to defeat them. Bottom line, it is a great game.… Expand
  63. ultimatesoll
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is an action game that strong mix-up of Tenchu and Nioh.
    The plot takes place of the fantastic sengoku era of Japan. Controlling a sole protagonist one-armed ninja who fight against demons and their minions. The main character “Okami” will be facing with numerous strong enemies, such as: giant snake, golem-like undead samurai warriors, ogres, kunoichis and lots    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is an action game that strong mix-up of Tenchu and Nioh.
    The plot takes place of the fantastic sengoku era of Japan. Controlling a sole protagonist one-armed ninja who fight against demons and their minions. The main character “Okami” will be facing with numerous strong enemies, such as: giant snake, golem-like undead samurai warriors, ogres, kunoichis and lots of inhuman beings throughout the game.

    Comparing to Dark Souls series, Sekiro is a quite different game. You can either finish off your opponents by full stealth technique or one vs all melee combat style. You can sneak on the ledges, roofs, hills or hiding in the bushes, inside of the walls (just like Tenchu series). Our main character can learn new techniques and collect many new items, power-ups in addition to to his sub-weapons. The combat is heavily based on “sword on sword” gameplay. You can also use your “grappling hook” a lot along with the other gears you have. Unlike the Souls series, you have to be capable with one single character and his skills. Battle and dodge system is perfect despite some difficulties you have to struggle with, at the beginning.

    I can clearly say that boss battles so tough yet super fascinating (sometimes frustrating). So therefore, game gives you a ressurrection option whenever you beaten up. Not to mention this is a fast paced game.

    There are some similarity between the Souls game and Sekiro since it’s the spiritual successor of Souls games. Boss fights, bonfires and estus-like potions just some of them. The campaign has influenced by Souls/Bloodborne theme. The atmosphere is so epic, especially during the boss battles. Surprisingly some clashes are harder then any normal boss battle.

    Visuals are gorgeous but i can’t say the same for the frame-rates. Even PS4 Pro and Xbox One X can’t handle with the stable frame rate at lower resolutions (it barely hits 45fps). This is a big flaw of the game unfortunately, i hope they fixed it with a proper patch soon. Sounds, voices, soundtrack, they all awesome and you can feel the heat!

    From Software did a great job on this game. Along with DMC 5, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twices is one of the best action-adventure game of 2019. Highly recommending this game for all DS and epic journey fans. Play on.    … Expand
  64. isylgan
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    Great game all around, 20 hours in I found myself googling the actual story length, I just don't want it to end anytime soon.
    Combat system is truly revolutionary in its complexity and variability. Exploring for new tools adds a new kind of character building level, when missing single one of many prosthetics means missing a whole new mechanic you can utilize in your combat and therefore    Great game all around, 20 hours in I found myself googling the actual story length, I just don't want it to end anytime soon.
    Combat system is truly revolutionary in its complexity and variability. Exploring for new tools adds a new kind of character building level, when missing single one of many prosthetics means missing a whole new mechanic you can utilize in your combat and therefore you just can't allow yourself to go past any kind of tiny secret path on your way.

    To mention some minor letdowns for me so far:
    1) OST is not that atmospheric and haunting, especially compared to previous From's titles;
    2) level design is a bit too open for my taste - with this much of options to proceed I feel lost out of story progression sometimes and stressed with guessing things like "should I even be here fighting this thing at this point?". Having 2-3 paths to move on is fine, but currently I have like 5 different ways to go further at once and I am not a big fan of this simultaneous levels availability, I'll probably forget about 2 of them by the time I finish writing this.

    Other than that I am so happy with how things turned out with Sekiro. Can't wait for DLC announcement    … Expand
  65. WillTheWise
    Mar 24, 2019
    9
    -great world/level design and enemy placement, this is incredibly important in a game where you die a lot
    -cleverly placed items that encourage you to explore or lead you into traps
    -grounded combat (as opposed to hack n slash games like dmc) with similiar, simple inputs like the Souls/borne games, but with new options and more fancy looking abilities and animations -challenging and    -great world/level design and enemy placement, this is incredibly important in a game where you die a lot
    -cleverly placed items that encourage you to explore or lead you into traps
    -grounded combat (as opposed to hack n slash games like dmc) with similiar, simple inputs like the Souls/borne games, but with new options and more fancy looking abilities and animations
    -challenging and fair difficulty paired with the "face to face" combat makes beating (mini)bosses really satisfying
    -beautiful art design that overshadows the underwhelming graphics
    -and most importantly, the shinobi prosthetic is awesome

    From Software did it again.    … Expand
  66. Samx88
    Mar 26, 2019
    10
    I took 3 days off to play this game and man I wish I took a whole week. Sekiro is amazing and I’m so happy! Thank you From Software.
  67. foce
    Mar 24, 2019
    9
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice takes Hidetaka Miyazaki's signature world building and deliberate combat in an entirely new direction, ditching the RPG aspects present in the Souls and Bloodborne franchises for a more plot focused action game. While some may be upset by this, the trademarks of a FromSoftware game that have lent themselves to the global acclaim attained by Miyazaki's prior worksSekiro: Shadows Die Twice takes Hidetaka Miyazaki's signature world building and deliberate combat in an entirely new direction, ditching the RPG aspects present in the Souls and Bloodborne franchises for a more plot focused action game. While some may be upset by this, the trademarks of a FromSoftware game that have lent themselves to the global acclaim attained by Miyazaki's prior works are present in this game, arguably at their strongest implementation so far.

    The vertical design of the world of Ashina allows for more in depth exploration than almost any other game, giving the player a variety of options for each encounter. Barge in, guns blazing, and mow down everyone who stands in your way? Sure. Want to sneak through the grass and stealthily take down hordes of enemies to prevent engaging the entire group? Absolutely. Use your grappling hook to soar between buildings and avoid confrontation all together? Sekiro allows that. Despite removing the RPG elements, the freedom of choice in how a player can tackle combat situations is more diverse than it's ever been. Freedom of movement also lends itself to this player agency, with the player's shinobi being able to parkour up walls, swing across canyons, and shimmy across cliff ledges.

    The death system is very well executed, to an extent. Too many revivals will cause any characters you've interacted with to fall ill with Dragonrot, preventing interaction with them until one returns to an Idol and heals the characters. The downside of Dragonrot rears its ugly head with the Unseen Aid mechanic: A random chance that the downsides of player death (losing half of the current experience and currency) will be avoided that decreases with each instance of Dragonrot caused. While a viable way to punish a player for abusing the revival mechanic, having this potentially grind-saving skill left up to random chance is sure to cause frustration with multiple players.

    In addition, some items crucial to boss battles are hard to come across and very limited in how many the game will allow a player to access. This can lead to increased frustration upon a failed boss attempt or misuse of an item.

    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is undoubtedly one of the best games of the current console generation. Yes, it's got flaws, but high paced combat, a gorgeous and well developed world, and versatile combat make it an experience that is not to be missed.    … Expand
  68. davidh219
    Apr 1, 2019
    10
    Stands alongside Dark Souls 1 and Bloodborne as the best Fromsoftware is capable of and one of the best games of the modern era. No other studio working today is as effortlessly confident and successful at making new IPs, and as much as I enjoyed Dark Souls 3 and, yes, even Dark Souls 2, I think I'm not alone in hoping that their next game will be another fresh IP because they haveStands alongside Dark Souls 1 and Bloodborne as the best Fromsoftware is capable of and one of the best games of the modern era. No other studio working today is as effortlessly confident and successful at making new IPs, and as much as I enjoyed Dark Souls 3 and, yes, even Dark Souls 2, I think I'm not alone in hoping that their next game will be another fresh IP because they have demonstrated three times in a row that they are not only incapable of failing at it, but that it's when they do their most profound and impressive work.… Expand
  69. FredrikM
    Apr 3, 2019
    10
    Brilliant game, nothing shorter than of what you come to expect of a From Software title these days. The biggest criticism I find of this game from players is when they compare it with the dark souls games, or bloodborne for that matter. Thing is, this is not a bloodborne nor a dark souls, and the game is very well aware of what it is and what it's not. It is a game made by the sameBrilliant game, nothing shorter than of what you come to expect of a From Software title these days. The biggest criticism I find of this game from players is when they compare it with the dark souls games, or bloodborne for that matter. Thing is, this is not a bloodborne nor a dark souls, and the game is very well aware of what it is and what it's not. It is a game made by the same studio, applying many of the soulsborne mechanics but also introducing new ones. A lot of criticism is about the game only providing you with one way of playing it, which is partially true and partially not. Compared to dark souls it is definitely true, but that is not really a big flaw, most games does that. People who went into this game expecting a new dark souls-experience might be disappointed, but you must learn that if you want to jump into something to get your expectations met, buy the latest assassins creed or some other AAA mainstream title. If you want something fresh, innovative and exciting buy Sekiro, Jumping into this game with an open mind, and big scoop of determination you will likely have one of the best gaming experiences for years. Sekiro is one of those rare games that will consume you even when you're not playing it. You will find yourself contemplating on what path you should be investigating, what technique to use on the boss you're stuck at, what things you might have missed in your play through so far, and what secrets lying in store.… Expand
  70. blaow
    Apr 17, 2019
    10
    This game is just as difficult as the dark souls games but it doesn't have the crutches. There are no cheap or OP weapons because the game has been balanced around only one. There is no summoning, so YOU have to be good enough to beat the bosses, not someone else. Leveling is dependent on game advancement, so there is no farming to over level and make the game easier.

    This game takes    This game is just as difficult as the dark souls games but it doesn't have the crutches. There are no cheap or OP weapons because the game has been balanced around only one. There is no summoning, so YOU have to be good enough to beat the bosses, not someone else. Leveling is dependent on game advancement, so there is no farming to over level and make the game easier.

    This game takes my favorite thing from DS - difficult bosses/gameplay to conquer giving huge accomplishment - and gets rid of all the extras. Instead of swapping in gear to help against fire like in Dark Souls, I'm spending all of my time thinking of new, improved, or perfected strategies. In DS the boss strategy often came down to just hanging back, learning attack patterns, now dodge and pick away. In Sekiro sometimes you have to be on the defensive, sometimes you have to be full offense, and everything in between. Super satisfying and HARD.
    9 for now, I expect a 10 when I'm done.

    Update: Instant classic, easy 10. The game is even harder than I thought it was halfway through. Even after beating everything else the final boss feels like an insane difficulty spike. This game is not for everyone, but if you're up to the challenge I can't recommend it enough.    … Expand
  71. JGY
    Mar 26, 2019
    10
    I am writing a review from the perspective of someone who has very little experience with the Dark Souls/BloodBorne series. So from this perspective I can tell all who fall into this boat that Sekiro is a game of contradictions. It is difficult, challenging, and certainly NOT a game you play just to relax. That being said, if you play it, there is something about this game that keeps youI am writing a review from the perspective of someone who has very little experience with the Dark Souls/BloodBorne series. So from this perspective I can tell all who fall into this boat that Sekiro is a game of contradictions. It is difficult, challenging, and certainly NOT a game you play just to relax. That being said, if you play it, there is something about this game that keeps you wanting to come back.
    The world itself, set in feudal Japan, is absolutely breathtaking. It is authentic, regal, mature, taking aspects of Japanese history/mythology and highly immersive. I found myself sometimes just standing in one spot and moving the camera around just to admire the design. By the way, do this often in the game, there are many hidden areas that can be overlooked if you aren't aware of your surroundings. The story is equally engaging, and you begin to really take a liking for the character you play as you progress in the game.

    But the greatest factor of this game is its controls. I've played lots of games in my lifetime, but I have never played a game whose controls were so fluid and perfect. After five minutes of playtime I was surprised how organic the controls were. And, by extension, this drastically elevates the combat system. Suffice it to say you actually feel like you are holding the katana when fighting NPCs. It will take some time to learn the combat, however. The enemies in the game aren't messing around, they are just as skilled if not more skilled than you are. With practice and PATIENCE you'll become the Shinobi the game requires you to be.
    All-in-all this game is beautiful, challenging, brutal, and so rewarding to play. It challenges the gamer to become precise in combat, aware of surrounding and, in a nutshell, gain an intelligence that not many games offer. In terms of warnings, be prepared to die A LOT. If you can get through this game with minimal causalities you are a god. But if you are a vanilla mortal like the rest of us, you will certainly enjoy getting your ass kicked in a stunningly beautiful way :P
    Thus far this is the best game of 2019 and actually has made it to my top ten best games I have ever played easily.    … Expand
  72. Quina
    Apr 8, 2019
    8
    How to enjoy Sekiro:
    1. Deflect
    2. Deflect 3. Realise that this is NOT a soulsborne game 4. DEFLECT As a huge soulsborne player, after Dark Souls 3 I was actually aching for something new by FromSoft, and that's what I got. Sekiro takes the learnings from the recent FromSoft games and makes them into a classic stealth-action game with a twist. It repeatedly puts the player in    How to enjoy Sekiro:
    1. Deflect
    2. Deflect
    3. Realise that this is NOT a soulsborne game
    4. DEFLECT

    As a huge soulsborne player, after Dark Souls 3 I was actually aching for something new by FromSoft, and that's what I got. Sekiro takes the learnings from the recent FromSoft games and makes them into a classic stealth-action game with a twist. It repeatedly puts the player in positions where you feel absolutely hopeless in defeating a boss/miniboss, but through trial and error and not giving up (and 'getting gud') it is eventually possible, and success feels like sweet sweet FromSoft goodness. Graphics and designs are top notch of course.

    Why is this not a 10? Music is a meh. I was hoping for a lot more replayability. Sadly there are not many varieties to play Sekiro in terms of builds etc. Combat arts would have potential for this, but sadly they are mostly underwhelming.

    FromSoft shines when they make a new type of game, new world, new IP. We saw it with Dark Souls 1 and Bloodborne and now we're seeing it with Sekiro. Great game.    … Expand
  73. madFlasher
    Apr 2, 2019
    10
    Perfect balance, amazing fighting system, rich atmosphere make this game a pure brilliant
  74. ardademirel1990
    Apr 8, 2019
    8
    this games are supposed to be challenging. Thats why they are great pieces of art. However throughout the game there are moments where it gets from hard to f*cking bullsh*t. Especially the last boss! I was expecting to conclude my experience by facing off with a worthy opponent but i was forced to fight against a guy with four phases (its third one being the hardest off all game). Afterthis games are supposed to be challenging. Thats why they are great pieces of art. However throughout the game there are moments where it gets from hard to f*cking bullsh*t. Especially the last boss! I was expecting to conclude my experience by facing off with a worthy opponent but i was forced to fight against a guy with four phases (its third one being the hardest off all game). After numerous tries when I defeated Ishhin there wasnt the feeling of triumph but just relief that the game was finally over. All in all Sekiro is a fine and polished game however at some parts it takes its difficulty to extremes therefore ruining the games memory.… Expand
  75. Richard_abc
    Apr 1, 2019
    10
    Sekiro is so far the best game from FromSoftware in terms of the combat system, art design, and overall atmosphere. Some players would probably have a harsh time to get used to ist new combat system, but once you get it right, the satisfaction is beyond words. Plus, this is almost the only game you can find which successfully created a Japanese chambara (or Chinese swordman) sort of world,Sekiro is so far the best game from FromSoftware in terms of the combat system, art design, and overall atmosphere. Some players would probably have a harsh time to get used to ist new combat system, but once you get it right, the satisfaction is beyond words. Plus, this is almost the only game you can find which successfully created a Japanese chambara (or Chinese swordman) sort of world, so if you are a fan of chambara (or Chinese swordman) film, this is the right one for you.… Expand
  76. MurphyBrandon
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    The swordsmanship in Sekiro feels swift and powerful. The game gives the player immediate feedback using visual and audio cues. Winning a duel is always well-deserved and never just lucky. Deflecting attacks, jumping over sweeps, and quick-stepping into thrusts will reward the player appropriately. The large enemies aren't stacked with health points like in other games. They are dangerousThe swordsmanship in Sekiro feels swift and powerful. The game gives the player immediate feedback using visual and audio cues. Winning a duel is always well-deserved and never just lucky. Deflecting attacks, jumping over sweeps, and quick-stepping into thrusts will reward the player appropriately. The large enemies aren't stacked with health points like in other games. They are dangerous yet vulnerable. Stealth killing some of the tougher enemies is also possible if you prefer ninjas over samurai. Plus, the traversal around the diverse, beautiful world is fun thanks to the wall jump and grappling hook.… Expand
  77. Lumso
    Apr 14, 2019
    8
    Sekiro is a must play for Souls' fan, the sense of accomplishment when you defeat a boss is astonishing, nothing compared to the Souls saga.
    From Software brought the exploration of an interconnected world to another level, and the lore is involving.
    However for a non-Dark Souls fan, this game can be a frustrating experience if the player doesen't enter in the mindset of a game that let    Sekiro is a must play for Souls' fan, the sense of accomplishment when you defeat a boss is astonishing, nothing compared to the Souls saga.
    From Software brought the exploration of an interconnected world to another level, and the lore is involving.
    However for a non-Dark Souls fan, this game can be a frustrating experience if the player doesen't enter in the mindset of a game that let the player alone and doesen't help him during the playtrought.    … Expand
  78. mbestvina
    Apr 1, 2019
    8
    Sekiro is a disjointed experience. It clings to the structure and elements of the SoulsBorne games but desperately wants to be something different. Namely, an action sword-fighting game in the vein of Ninja Gaiden. The stealth and grapple mechanics make adventuring through the world much less threatening and more accessible, while they've made the bosses so impenetrably difficult as toSekiro is a disjointed experience. It clings to the structure and elements of the SoulsBorne games but desperately wants to be something different. Namely, an action sword-fighting game in the vein of Ninja Gaiden. The stealth and grapple mechanics make adventuring through the world much less threatening and more accessible, while they've made the bosses so impenetrably difficult as to alienate anyone that isn't a "git gud" snob. It's not particularly immersive as an adventure and it's often frustrating and time-consuming in its action. The pieces didn't gel for me, and the experience ultimately boiled down to a long list of hard, punitive bosses that made the game difficult to enjoy... but admittedly, I couldn't put it down.

    At the surface, Sekiro appears to be a spiritual continuation of Dark Souls and Bloodborne. You explore an interconnected dark fantasy world, collect items to help in battle, grow stronger, and fight a horde of monsters and villains. However, I'd strongly suggest you leave your expectations at the door as this is a totally different beast.

    From an adventure or exploration standpoint, Sekiro falters a bit. It differs by introducing stealth and a grapple hook, both resembling those of Batman Arkham and other AAA games. These mechanics work just fine but neither offers a ton of depth or skill and both of them trivialize the exploration. The grapple has also caused the levels to become more linear, just hiding usable items in every corner that you'll never use. Sprinting (or grappling!) past enemies is more effective than ever, with little incentive to fight them as the leveling system has been nerfed into a perk-system, most of which you'll never use. Stealth can be abused to defeat enemies one-by-one and even if you go in guns blazing, most standard enemies can be defeated by mashing the attack button all the way up to the last area. As hard as this game's bosses are, it's shockingly easy to get around the world and kill grunt enemies. Hence, the experience is a bit disjointed. Combine all that with the by-the-numbers Sengoku Japan storyline and the fact that there are only 8 linear levels and Sekiro fails to offer a substantial or immersive adventure for the player.

    The real meat of Sekiro comes in its combat and specifically its bosses. There are over 50 bosses and mini-bosses, making for a daunting quest. I lost count of how many of these I had to fight 5+ times, with the final boss taking me 30-50 tries over 3-4 hours. Sekiro is not for the faint of heart, approach with caution. This is substantially harder than Dark Souls and Bloodborne and they've removed leveling and summoning, which effectively served as those games' difficulty-select. You simply have to play these fights over and over until you've learned their patterns and can parry and punish appropriately. It's basically a rhythm game where you need to respond to each attack with one of a handful of actions. It's challenging and can be rewarding but it's far from the ground-breaking combat system it's being praised as. The "git gud" hype behind this game implies there to be a large component of skill but I found it to be much more a matter of trial-and-error. I don't care how "gud" you are, some of these bosses will wreck you on your first couple tries due to how fast and unpredictable they are. Also, many of the bosses can be more easily and safely defeated by running in circles and poking when open, making the core mechanics pointless.

    Unfortunately, Sekiro can't leave well enough alone, and feels the need to up the ante with extraneous difficulty at every turn. Like Dark Souls 2, you start with 1 healing item and almost no health, making the early-game unnecessarily difficult and sure to make many quit in frustration. In spite of its focus on action, Sekiro retains the bonfires and running back to bosses after death from Dark Souls. I think proper checkpoints would have better meshed with the trial-and-error combat here. Some mini-bosses can be stealth killed too, requiring some elaborate setup, meaning you'll have to redo that too every time you die. The die-twice mechanic gives you one extra screw-up but From seems to have used this as an excuse to push extra-hard rather than it being a tool for success. And lastly, a couple end-game bosses have 3+ phases and feel like complete overkill.

    Due to all this exacerbating what is already a demanding combat system, I found Sekiro to be immensely frustrating for about 50% of my playthrough. Every time I'd fight a fair, rewarding boss, it would throw me another that would twist my arm in painful, unexpected ways. If challenge for the sake of challenge is your thing, by all means have a blast! For everyone else, approach with caution. Sekiro lacks the immersive appeal of SoulsBorne, while offering a brutal combat experience that can be more frustrating and time-consuming than it is rewarding.    … Expand
  79. Valkuntah
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    Game with an interesting story, it is true that the weapons and style of clothing are the same and that the enemies are almost repetitive, but with a great difficulty of game as well as history, if you only look for a game where you would like to have a character cute without anything deep in their environment Sekiro is not for you (players who only look for meaningless complaints), inGame with an interesting story, it is true that the weapons and style of clothing are the same and that the enemies are almost repetitive, but with a great difficulty of game as well as history, if you only look for a game where you would like to have a character cute without anything deep in their environment Sekiro is not for you (players who only look for meaningless complaints), in short an increibe game.… Expand
  80. Reyn_Sedai
    Apr 18, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. fantastic atmosphere and world designs. as someone who's a huge Dark Souls 3 and Bloodborne fan Ive had a truly hard time adjusting to the parry method rather than dodging method and have died many many many many many times, giving the rot to most of my available npcs, all before the first boss in the past when the estate was burning. Thats my fault though not the games but i cant help but to miss the gradual progression through leveling up.… Expand
  81. Loran_
    Apr 2, 2019
    9
    Satisfying and challenging combat. Great Boss encounters , tremendous atmosphere and a stellar Art Design , Classic From Sofware. Some ugly texture work and a not so great enemy variety don't ruin the overall experience. Absolutely recommended
  82. erixguna1986
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Actually, I created the account to tell my honest experience of Sekiro Shadow Die Twice. It is absolutely a stunning game. I am really proud of myself because I really beat the hardest game ever created after the dark souls 3.
    Fromsoftware you have done an amazing job to keep our adrenaline level sky-high during the entire gameplay. When it comes to the final moments of a boss fight, my heart is pounding like jumping out of the body. Now we are fully equipped shinobis to take part in the DLC or Sekiro 2.    … Expand
  83. T3OD6R
    Mar 29, 2019
    10
    This game IS hard but practice makes perfect. I am an casual player but im loving the heck out of this. Already beat Lady Butterfly its hard but its a really fun fight
  84. Gripperas
    Apr 1, 2019
    10
    Just got Platinum trophy and Im really struggling to make a valid statement about the game. But im gonna try and convince all of you who havent played it yet and have doughts about buying it.

    What do you want? Good story? It might be one of the best well-executed story tellings in the history of gaming. Ιts not only about the cutscenes or the in-game dialogues or the plot twists. Its    Just got Platinum trophy and Im really struggling to make a valid statement about the game. But im gonna try and convince all of you who havent played it yet and have doughts about buying it.

    What do you want? Good story? It might be one of the best well-executed story tellings in the history of gaming. Ιts not only about the cutscenes or the in-game dialogues or the plot twists. Its all about the great voice acting ( I played both in Japanese and English language ), the tiny riddles and the hidden clues that you gonna have to solve throughout the game presented by Npc dialogues, Boss Lore and motives, item descriptions and World structure.

    What do you want? A fair challenge? I struggled in every boss and mini boss in the game and even after dying a hundread times I never got upset or angry about the game, simply because the fights are fair, well-designed and most of all cinematic. And by cinematic I mean it feels like you are watching a action movie scene. On the last boss I died 100++ times and I enjoyed every single death.

    What do you want? A fast pace combat like bloodborne thats gonna raise your andrenaline, raise your heart pulse and make your hands wet? Well in this game you will experience something even better. Heres why: you gonna have to stand face to face on your opponent and pressure him until either one of you dies. Attack - deflect - counterattack. The dodge button is only usefull for gap closing and escape in case you need to heal.

    What else do you want? Atmosphere? Classic soulsborne music and world design with the exception that this time is a bit less Dark.

    How about some improvements? Fall damage is not insta death anymore. Frame rates are 95% normal. And even when they are not, it doesnt affect your gameplay.( I played on PS4 classic not pro)

    Overall, a once in a lifetime experience. Trully innovative gameplay and absulutely must-have for hardcore gamers.

    Case closed.    … Expand
  85. nickkkkps4
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    best fighting system in gaming history 10/10
    literally superior in every aspect.
  86. Fejker1
    Mar 28, 2019
    10
    Gra wymagająca oraz bardzo dająca bardzo satysfakcji z grania osoby które lubią gry FROMSOFTWARE napewno odnajdą się w klimacie gry.
  87. Gajdash
    Mar 28, 2019
    8
    I really wanted to give this a 9 or even a 10, but I had to be fair to myself and my expectations. I, like so many others, struggled to enjoy Sekiro at first. I blame this on my expectations to play like Dark Souls/Bloodborne.

    Combat, was by far the most difficult transition. I just couldn't get into playing the game in its intended way; dangerously. Eventually I learnt it was less    I really wanted to give this a 9 or even a 10, but I had to be fair to myself and my expectations. I, like so many others, struggled to enjoy Sekiro at first. I blame this on my expectations to play like Dark Souls/Bloodborne.

    Combat, was by far the most difficult transition. I just couldn't get into playing the game in its intended way; dangerously. Eventually I learnt it was less about dodges and jumps, instead focusing on close quarters vis-a-vis parries and split second openings to strike.

    Since then, I have found battle -- in particular (mini) boss battles -- enjoyable and intense. Patience and concentration is required. But I can't help but feel that I'd finally learnt how to fight - properly - way too late on in the game.

    Sekiro presents itself as visually polished, with beautiful vistas and an environment that's second to none. The frantic open exploration really compliments this and is most highlighted when making a leap of faith off a ledge to grapple-hook away from a tense fight, unsure as to whether you'll make it.

    A variety of endings gives longevity but nothing next to the experience of character builds and customisation that adds to a more traditional Soulsborne experience. This is where Sekiro misses a trick, but it's more than made up for with the a library of skills to learn and shinobi tools to boot.

    The positives far outweigh the negatives and this game is happily recommend. An easy 8/10 if not a 9.    … Expand
  88. Mokhan13
    Mar 28, 2019
    10
    Being a veteran souls player I have to say this is another masterpiece from the great mind of Miyazaki. Also the most difficult of all from soft games( the bosses are insane), the monsters are pretty easy though due to the stealth mechanic. Going through the different areas and stages you can see the great amount of work that was poured into it, from majestic buildings to deadly cavernsBeing a veteran souls player I have to say this is another masterpiece from the great mind of Miyazaki. Also the most difficult of all from soft games( the bosses are insane), the monsters are pretty easy though due to the stealth mechanic. Going through the different areas and stages you can see the great amount of work that was poured into it, from majestic buildings to deadly caverns you have everything. I recently finished the game and all I can say the sense of accomplishment is one that I haven't had since beating bloodborne, I am excited to play again on new game plus. I have noticed many people complaining of the difficulty or saying it's not a soul's borne game, but people have been approaching the game incorrectly. This is a whole new type of gameplay, that Miyazaki wants us to learn, you still have dodging and blocking but now its more focused on blocking on the right moment, remembering certain patterns of enemies and bosses to build the posture bar so you can finally deal the finishing blow. you need to dodge at the right time and attack in the right moments. This game requires skillful play and I understand many people might not be for that but people need to understand that is the basis of from software games. To learn to adapt and conquer the challenges in front of you, and then feel great accomplishment from your efforts. It emulates real-life situations where difficult hurdles are thrown at you and the losers are the ones who give up but the winners are the few that endure and develop their senses to overcome the odds. This is what this game feels like, so I implore all of you to not give up and keep trying because eventually, you will get it. Especially those who hate on the game there is no need to give a masterpiece like this a bad review just because you couldn't get over the challenge, just move on with your life or keep trying until you get it. Heck, there are many out there willing to help also, just ask me and I can give you tips. But all in all, this is one of the best games I have ever played. I rarely enjoy many types of video games. The only few are probably battle royal games like apex legends. Yet, nothing can compare to the games from software makes. Miyazaki and his team have been saving the video game industry from dying out and I am really honored to be a part of the experience. Thank you for reading this review :).… Expand
  89. Zebra_in_Dream
    Mar 29, 2019
    10
    Masterpiece. It's not that hard if you really play it, not in a way of playing COD.
  90. GOTTHETOE
    Mar 29, 2019
    10
    after dark souls this is rly good (only played ds 2 and 3) i could say it's like nioh but it's not ( i haven't even played nioh) this game is very cinematic. i think that it was a good idea to do something new. it's still a hard game and sometimes i want to brake my keyboard but still the feeling of success after beating the boss is worth it. just play this game for the final boss i wontafter dark souls this is rly good (only played ds 2 and 3) i could say it's like nioh but it's not ( i haven't even played nioh) this game is very cinematic. i think that it was a good idea to do something new. it's still a hard game and sometimes i want to brake my keyboard but still the feeling of success after beating the boss is worth it. just play this game for the final boss i wont spoil it but the final boss is amazing just get your asses ready (it has 4 phases i wish u luck)… Expand
  91. skullknight8000
    Mar 30, 2019
    10
    Game play and Combat i cannot say anything about it. It was really perfect. . the story was much better than Soulsborn, and it was clear to you that you could understand. Bosses were all perfectly worked out, and some of them were also good forever.
  92. ELIGOS
    Mar 31, 2019
    10
    FromSoftware never fails to make a game as challenging as it is fun and satisfying. Boss fights, music, skills, an amazing world, characters and an actual understandable and coherent story. FromSoft has made a game worthy of Game of the Year.
  93. Endoki
    Apr 1, 2019
    10
    Normally you buy a game on the assumption that you can play it through. You want to be entertained by the story and enjoy good gameplay. It should be challenging in a way, but fair at all times and you should never feel that the game is unfair.

    Developers have in the past gone over to adjusting the level of difficulty without the player's knowledge and during the game if you fail too    Normally you buy a game on the assumption that you can play it through. You want to be entertained by the story and enjoy good gameplay. It should be challenging in a way, but fair at all times and you should never feel that the game is unfair.

    Developers have in the past gone over to adjusting the level of difficulty without the player's knowledge and during the game if you fail too often. If you don't make a section again and again, the enemies are suddenly weakened quantitatively and qualitatively. This is called "adaptive difficulty" in technical jargon. It should guarantee that the player remains "in the flow" and constantly experiences success without weakening his ego. The player usually doesn't notice this at all, he is happy about his success and the fun of the game remains. If an average player fails too often on an average difficulty level at a certain point, the developer has done something wrong at exactly this point. At least that's the current theory and prevailing opinion among developers.

    Well, and then From Software came around the corner... with a "slightly" different approach. Different levels of difficulty? There isn't. There is only one: ultra-heavy. You really have to train to master the fighting system thoroughly if you want to get ahead here. And you have to understand the world and how it works. In Sekiro we are talking about a wonderfully designed world which has a story to tell. In this world we play our protagonist, who has to keep his honor and would do anything for it, no matter how difficult and hopeless the situation looks. The protagonist would sacrifice everything for it and he has to train hard and develop further if he wants to master the challenges he faces. Nothing more this game demands from the player himself: Develop yourself further, train yourself and face the challenges. An important prerequisite for such a challenging game is extremely good control and a perfect fighting system. Sekiro delivers both.

    We have to explore this fantastic world and conquer the enormous dangers. Either we master this challenge with virtuosity, or we fail grandiosely. In between there is nothing at all. If we meet a boss in Sekiro and he turns out to be a true master of sword art, then this opponent can only be defeated if we become the better master. And that requires a lot of hard work. And it requires one thing above all else: before we defeat our opponents, we must defeat ourselves. We have to learn that failure is not frustrating. Failure is training. Failure is instructive. The game does not give us a sense of achievement, we have to work it out for ourselves. That's exactly what many players don't like. But in a certain way Sekiro not only makes us a better player with this approach, but also a better person. Because here you learn something incredibly important, which also has an enormous relevance in real life: The world doesn't owe us that it's fair and just. Why should it? If we want to achieve something, we have to work hard. And it's a lot of fun when the hard work pays off.

    At the end of the game you actually feel like you've gone through a development. You understand that it wasn't just a game, it was an important experience and a lesson. Hence 10/10 - The best game of the year.    … Expand
  94. xofnocrit
    Apr 3, 2019
    10
    One of the most precise and sincerely fascinating videogame of the second decade of this century. A masterpiece that will be forever remembered; the attention and love of the developers (From Soft. & Activision) truly gave us something that rarely we can appreciate, especially in the last, crude, gray years of commercial standars that evermost put blatantly focus of the economic aspect ofOne of the most precise and sincerely fascinating videogame of the second decade of this century. A masterpiece that will be forever remembered; the attention and love of the developers (From Soft. & Activision) truly gave us something that rarely we can appreciate, especially in the last, crude, gray years of commercial standars that evermost put blatantly focus of the economic aspect of the business.

    Through this game H. Miyazaki confirmed that videogames making, nowdays, require first of all one of the most basic yet largely ignored feature, love.    … Expand
  95. kittycatneko
    Apr 3, 2019
    10
    Sekiro is really a bold decision to make for From since they chose to depart from the famed Soulsborne series which has proved to be quite a genre of its own. Because of this decision, many (not all) long time fans of the series felt that they are betrayed. As a fan of the series, I do understand their frustration as Sekiro does not share many characteristics that Soulsborne games do. ForSekiro is really a bold decision to make for From since they chose to depart from the famed Soulsborne series which has proved to be quite a genre of its own. Because of this decision, many (not all) long time fans of the series felt that they are betrayed. As a fan of the series, I do understand their frustration as Sekiro does not share many characteristics that Soulsborne games do. For example, customization, pvp, stamina, dodging, or personally for me, the really, I mean really epic bosses. Although Sekiro's bosses are also really great, and I do feel the joy when I finally triumphed over them over like 50 tries, I still found my fights versus the Nameless King, Gael, or Friede in DS3, and Kos, Ludwig, or Gehrman had greater emotional aspects. Other issues such as no primary weapon variety or no pvp also disappoint some fans.

    HOWEVER, I do believe that this departure from Soulsborne a necessary move. Some people do expect, and love the idea that, any From game should be the same as any other games that they have played. But you know, let's leave that for Bloodborne 2 (yeah I know, I'm excited about this too). That's to say, Sekiro should be treated as a game of its own kind. I see people claimed that they did not expect Sekiro to be another Soulsborne game but at the same time criticized From for taking a different approach. This does not make any sense. Sekiro is made to be a solid game of its own and From should be proud because they made a game like this. I'm not telling people hating on Sekiro need to "git gud" because I understand that this is not really a reason for all the hates. But I don't really feel like this game deserves to be hated that much from the many loyal fans of From. So please give the game another chance in case you decided to throw it away before and appreciate Sekiro for its own mechanics. Maybe it's not as disappointing as you think. Best of luck and die more.    … Expand
  96. Axcalay
    Apr 5, 2019
    10
    This is an amazing game, yet hard as nails and will punish you for not paying attention and/or playing sloppy. Fromsoft really pushed the boat out with this one, and everything from the visuals, worldbuilding, level design and combat mechanics are top notch. Highly recommended, ONLY if you enjoy tough challenges. Even if you are a souls vet, this game will chew you up and spit you out. GitThis is an amazing game, yet hard as nails and will punish you for not paying attention and/or playing sloppy. Fromsoft really pushed the boat out with this one, and everything from the visuals, worldbuilding, level design and combat mechanics are top notch. Highly recommended, ONLY if you enjoy tough challenges. Even if you are a souls vet, this game will chew you up and spit you out. Git Gud will be your god damn mantra in Sekiro.… Expand
  97. Jiesemaster
    Apr 5, 2019
    10
    Definitely one of the best games in the early 2019. Indeed this game is hard or even punishable when you death. But as long as you familiar with the combat or action mechanism, you will experience the true beauty of Sekiro.
  98. ricjen27
    May 16, 2020
    10
    BE PATIENT - IT IS WORTH IT!
    Face the learning curve & Sharpen your reflexes. :-)
    This is a beautiful game in so many ways.. and the fact that learning to play it well takes some time once you do master it, it is so enjoyable and rewarding. My recommendation is take your time, do each area slowly and many times if necessary before passing to the next. You will get better. And when    BE PATIENT - IT IS WORTH IT!
    Face the learning curve & Sharpen your reflexes. :-)

    This is a beautiful game in so many ways.. and the fact that learning to play it well takes some time once you do master it, it is so enjoyable and rewarding.
    My recommendation is take your time, do each area slowly and many times if necessary before passing to the next. You will get better.
    And when in trouble there are so many walkthroughs out there that you can look at how other people managed and try different approaches.
    I am not a 'Gamer' and for sure not one of the best players, so It is accessible to anyone who is willing to give it the time.
    It will pay off because the game surprises again and agin, with surprising poetic moments, and beautiful sceneries.. But yes it is a fighting game.

    I am Not a 'gamer' but enjoy playing (good) video games every now and then.
    I loved; Zelda BOTW, Inside, Last of Us, Celeste, & Control- And enjoyed Horizon Zero Dawn and Death Stranding. And Now Serio is on my favourite's list too.    … Expand
  99. AndreiKT95
    May 30, 2020
    10
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  100. dangler11
    May 14, 2019
    9
    Another amazing game made by Fromsoft. If you think this is a Dark Souls game you are wrong. It's a different combat system that is demanding. I struggled at first and it took me a day or two to "get it" once it clicks though it is very satisfying. If you are having trouble then go explore another path. You can always come back. It can feel very demanding at times but if I can beat theAnother amazing game made by Fromsoft. If you think this is a Dark Souls game you are wrong. It's a different combat system that is demanding. I struggled at first and it took me a day or two to "get it" once it clicks though it is very satisfying. If you are having trouble then go explore another path. You can always come back. It can feel very demanding at times but if I can beat the game then so can you.… Expand
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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2019
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#5 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2019
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#5 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2019

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90

Universal acclaim - based on 77 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 76 out of 77
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 77
  3. Negative: 1 out of 77
  1. RPGamer
    Dec 17, 2024
    90
    Overall, Sekiro is defined by its riveting, challenging, and ultimately highly rewarding gameplay. Stemming from simplicity but giving a wide variety of different combat options, few games come close to matching the exhilarating rush that Sekiro’s best moments provide. Exploring its atmospherically engrossing levels is a treat, from a visual, musical, and atmospheric standpoint. Even if exploration and character storylines are sometimes hampered by Dragonrot, repeatedly severing the immortality of bosses with brutal “Shinobi Executions” and discovering the ritual secrets of eternal life offers a captivating experience that stands out as one of FromSoftware’s best and most distinctive titles.
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  2. Gamers' Temple
    May 15, 2019
    90
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is an enjoyable, yet deeply challenging game. It's not really a Dark Souls with samurais game, but whether or not you enjoyed the difficulty level of the battles in Dark Souls will be a good benchmark in gauging how much you'll like Sekiro. If you're persistent, up for a challenge, and don't become frustrated easily, then Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is an easy game to recommend.
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  3. Daily Star
    Apr 28, 2019
    100
    Though Sekiro feels impossibly hard at times, the level of euphoria you experience when delivering a death blow to a tricky boss or when you finally clear a castle grounds of all enemies is almost unparalleled.
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