Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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  1. Gamistry
    Dec 31, 2019
    10
    Such a great game I ever played, it might be the best action-game of all time. Unbelievable gameplay and perfect narrative based on true Japanese myths. Fascinating experience awaits
  2. RanGom007
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    complex, exciting, beautiful ... only for those who are ready to endure torment and enjoy the victory.
  3. Darkuriael
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Jedną z najlepszych gier w jakie grałem. Niesamowity klimat 10/10 Polecam
  4. GalvusGalvoid
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    Incredible game. My only problems are that I wanted a little more content and that most of the abilities aren't really useful.
  5. nurfedx
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best Games known to mankind.
    From Software is a safe heaven for the Gaming community.
    Especially in times where big Developers dissapiont us with theyr fraudulent intent.
    Praise the sun!
  6. Rynana
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Favourite fromsoft game after playing them all, anyone complaining about the difficulty didn’t put enough time and effort into it.
  7. 1anjeliy
    Feb 3, 2020
    10
    Игра топ 10 из 10 без минусов.Сюжет из игры в игру от фромов растет .Боевка-2000 из 10.Лучше боевку НЕЛЬЗЯ БЫЛО СДЕЛАТЬ.графика при бюджете выглядит иногда лучше дес стренджет,у которой бюджет намного лучше.Еще открытый мир с системами туннелей как в бладборне.И самое главное-тупым казуалам места нетгтупоголовым казИгра топ 10 из 10 без минусов.Сюжет из игры в игру от фромов растет .Боевка-2000 из 10.Лучше боевку НЕЛЬЗЯ БЫЛО СДЕЛАТЬ.графика при бюджете выглядит иногда лучше дес стренджет,у которой бюджет намного лучше.Еще открытый мир с системами туннелей как в бладборне.И самое главное-тупым казуалам места нетгтупоголовым каз
  8. YourDad
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Incredible theme style, incredible and one of a kind combat mechanism, which you get much better and games becomes much easier when you learn it or kind of practice it.
    Not like other games, where you just spam the hit button and dodge button and the animation does allkind od things.
    In this game you have to play smart and cthink about every move. Its simply a masterpiece. In my opinion    Incredible theme style, incredible and one of a kind combat mechanism, which you get much better and games becomes much easier when you learn it or kind of practice it.
    Not like other games, where you just spam the hit button and dodge button and the animation does allkind od things.
    In this game you have to play smart and cthink about every move.
    Its simply a masterpiece.
    In my opinion its the best game ever made.    … Expand
  9. the0ne
    Apr 21, 2020
    10
    Best game I've played in the last 3 years. Perfection from narrative to gameplay to lore
  10. dragonf1re98
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    un gran juego que genera que los jugadores de series como dark souls o bloodborne deban aprender de nuevo a jugar un titulo de FromSoftware.
  11. Incorruptiblecr
    Feb 23, 2020
    10
    Graphics 9/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Plot 8/10
    Pains 45/10
    This is my incorruptible and honest opinion
  12. Symphony93
    Mar 2, 2020
    10
    This is quickly becoming one of my favorite games of all time. I came into this game with mixed expectations. As a soulsbourne veteran, i was worried about a game without customization, and parry/deflection based combat but it just simply works perfectly in this context. The combat quick paced combat is intense and satisfying. The removal of the stamina bar allows you to focus on the enemyThis is quickly becoming one of my favorite games of all time. I came into this game with mixed expectations. As a soulsbourne veteran, i was worried about a game without customization, and parry/deflection based combat but it just simply works perfectly in this context. The combat quick paced combat is intense and satisfying. The removal of the stamina bar allows you to focus on the enemy and what they are doing rather than staring at your green bar go up and down. To me, the combat with bosses reminded me of learning an intricate dance with ebb and flow. Most fights require an aggressive mindset where you chip away at the bosses posture, but you must also know the proper response to everything the boss can through at you including the perilous attacks. These unblockable but can usually be highly countered. When the opponent uses a thrust attack, you can dodge into it to perform a mikiri counter. These do massive pasture damage and allows you to continue your aggression. In true FromSoftware fashion the boss fights are incredible and beating them is a rush i haven't found in any other game developer. While i was sad to see weapon customization go by the way side, FromSoftware was able to prefect the katana is every way. This isnt to say customization is gone either. The game allows you to experiment with the prosthetic attachments, and includes FromSoftware's first to my knowledge skill tree.

    I can't begin to explain how amazing the world building is in this game. All of the locations are beautiful and varied ranging from a corrupted temple of monks to a canyon of crazed monkeys. Everything was a joy to explore and fight my way through.    … Expand
  13. AhmedJM
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    As good as it gets when it comes to truly great gameplay on the PS4
    Gameplay 10/10
    Story 7/10
    Graphics 9/10
    OST 8/10
  14. JMAIII
    Mar 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hardest, yet most rewarding game experience I've ever had. Best of the souls series here. Do NOT GIVE UP! It's worth the effort to git gud.… Expand
  15. Mautilius
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    The best game of the generation. After great Bloodborne, Feom Software went even further with focus on attack and its tremendously involving and fun.
  16. Yusuke98
    Mar 30, 2020
    10
    Greatest feudal Japan experience yet

    Fromsofts Magnum Opus and one of the greatest games of all time

    A must play for any action game fan
  17. reread
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    at this point I don't think fromsoftware can screw up all their games are a must play
  18. Ma_Sou
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    The game is real masterpiece! Everything in the game is at the best quality.

    The music, graphic, combat style, boss fight design, story, everything is perfect. The only problems in the game are some camera issues during boss fights and some framedrops that I experienced on PS4 Slim with 1.04 update. They could make the game more optimized but I'm not gonna reduce the score for these. It    The game is real masterpiece! Everything in the game is at the best quality.

    The music, graphic, combat style, boss fight design, story, everything is perfect.

    The only problems in the game are some camera issues during boss fights and some framedrops that I experienced on PS4 Slim with 1.04 update. They could make the game more optimized but I'm not gonna reduce the score for these.

    It was fun and I loved it!    … Expand
  19. SaintP178
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Зачем слова, хидетака делает шедевры в которых мне всегда хочется сделать платину!!!! Но бладборн все равно вне всякой конкуренции!
  20. Chaunceyy
    May 29, 2022
    10
    第一个宫崎老贼的游戏，入了魂系列游戏的坑。在弦老师的教导下，体验了武侠的感觉
  21. Dimas5363
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    SEKIRO Превосходная игра, самое приятное парировать удары боссов, платина не сложная, а долгая. Кто играл тот поймёт
  22. Richyrik
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    Ambientacion brutal, accion sin descanso, una historia que te engancha y dificil, muy dificil, pero a la vez muy muy satisfactorio. Hay que sudar sangre para terminarlo, pero la sensación de superación que te otorga este juego, no te la va a dar ningun otro.
  23. check_this_kid
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Best souls game ever. Combat is perfect, although there is a steep learning curve, the deflection timing is a lot more forgiving that bloodborne or dark souls and the world is beautiful.
    Hope there will be a sequel.
  24. Polimoli
    Apr 19, 2020
    10
    Игра отличная, в ней прекрасно все, кроме одной вещи и это естественно камера( кароче как всегда) Сюжет отличный, прошел 4 раза на все концовки. Не вижу проблемы в том что у Секиро всего один меч, это с лихвой компенсируется огромным количеством оружия в противников, каждый из которых имет свою тактикуИгра отличная, в ней прекрасно все, кроме одной вещи и это естественно камера( кароче как всегда) Сюжет отличный, прошел 4 раза на все концовки. Не вижу проблемы в том что у Секиро всего один меч, это с лихвой компенсируется огромным количеством оружия в противников, каждый из которых имет свою тактику
  25. TREV0mortis
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Esse é o melhor combate dentre todos os jogos que conheço, quem está chingando esse jogo ou veio proucurando um rpg, que não é o caso desse jogo ou ficou preso no primeiro chefe. O combate parece simples pois só tem dois botões, mas é perfeito, os chefes são muito bons, principalmente o último, e o combate é complexo, não é preciso usar todos os botões para ser complexo e esse jogo fazEsse é o melhor combate dentre todos os jogos que conheço, quem está chingando esse jogo ou veio proucurando um rpg, que não é o caso desse jogo ou ficou preso no primeiro chefe. O combate parece simples pois só tem dois botões, mas é perfeito, os chefes são muito bons, principalmente o último, e o combate é complexo, não é preciso usar todos os botões para ser complexo e esse jogo faz isso muito bem, você tem que regular bem entre o ataque e o parry além de saber a hora de desbiar e a hora de aparar, não dá pra explicar muoto bem o motivo do combate ser tão bom, mas talvez seja por ser você que controla o personagem, sem momentos que ele faz tudo sozinho e também não é só esqu… Expand
  26. GITGOOD
    Apr 23, 2020
    10
    Sekiro is amazing. It is, by far, my favorite game. And I’m not biased, this is my first time ever playing a FromSoftware game, and it is amazing. I think there are a few main complaints about this game. 1. It’s too hard. The answer is that it’s not supposed to be. It’s not made for good players, it’s made for persistent players, which I love. I actually kinda suck at video games, it tookSekiro is amazing. It is, by far, my favorite game. And I’m not biased, this is my first time ever playing a FromSoftware game, and it is amazing. I think there are a few main complaints about this game. 1. It’s too hard. The answer is that it’s not supposed to be. It’s not made for good players, it’s made for persistent players, which I love. I actually kinda suck at video games, it took me upwards of 50 tries to beat some bosses, but it feels so rewarding when you do. Also, I think people need to understand that this isn’t a dark souls game. Stop leaving negative reviews comparing it to dark souls. It’s not an rpg, stop leaving negative reviews complaining about it not being an rpg. Just accept that it’s it’s own game and you will enjoy it a lot more.… Expand
  27. AQbornking
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    What make this game Great? The answer of this question is not that simple. Let discuss the unique factor of it. Just forget about dark souls for a moment. Protagonist starts with very low health, which will increase as you lean forward with the hardness of game and your decisions. This game have several mini bosses, bosses and several ways to slay them. Story of Sekiro is up to the markWhat make this game Great? The answer of this question is not that simple. Let discuss the unique factor of it. Just forget about dark souls for a moment. Protagonist starts with very low health, which will increase as you lean forward with the hardness of game and your decisions. This game have several mini bosses, bosses and several ways to slay them. Story of Sekiro is up to the mark too. And gameplay is massive. Items use in this is also make it unique.
    I have initially complain with the enemy respawn when you rest in sculptor. But that make sense for farming. Like pokemon when you go to the grass and wild pokemon appear or trainer in routes. For gold or level. It deserve 10/10.    … Expand
  28. Mclovin69
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although the game is really hard, I enjoyed it every step of the way. Although I do wish they added dlc.… Expand
  29. Bog_v
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра из серии соулс да и вообще в принципе!! Каждому своё, но мне зашло на 10 из 10. Да, она сложная и должна стоять не в списке первых игр, но очень крутая. Понравилось, что тут нужно учиться драться и ни шмот (которого тут и нет), ни фарм не нужен. Учись играть, драться, парировать, определяй атаки противников, соображай - и будешь тащить. А перекат - перекат удар, неосознанныйЛучшая игра из серии соулс да и вообще в принципе!! Каждому своё, но мне зашло на 10 из 10. Да, она сложная и должна стоять не в списке первых игр, но очень крутая. Понравилось, что тут нужно учиться драться и ни шмот (которого тут и нет), ни фарм не нужен. Учись играть, драться, парировать, определяй атаки противников, соображай - и будешь тащить. А перекат - перекат удар, неосознанный спам ударами и снова перекат - тут не прокачают. Пройдя один раз игру ты будешь знать все атаки каждого война и вполне легко можно пробежать и второй и третий раз. Лично мне далась игра очень сложно, на некоторых боссов уходило по несколько дней, но я вставал и ложился с мыслью их убить. Короче шедевр. После этой игры мне все не мило. Дтолько какие нибудь гоночки и жду елден рин.… Expand
  30. Waldini
    May 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing!. One of the BEST Game ever. … Expand
  31. YourTherapist
    May 11, 2020
    10
    I have been playing for weeks, and I’m hooked! The game is very difficult and especially hard during the ogre. Most of the bosses don’t have a “weakness” that you can exploit which in turn makes you more skilled when progressing. Many times you will have to search up how to get better if it gets to hard but normally it doesn’t really happen. The game really gets hard during the boss fightsI have been playing for weeks, and I’m hooked! The game is very difficult and especially hard during the ogre. Most of the bosses don’t have a “weakness” that you can exploit which in turn makes you more skilled when progressing. Many times you will have to search up how to get better if it gets to hard but normally it doesn’t really happen. The game really gets hard during the boss fights because they're unforgiving and you will have to come up with counter measures yourself. For some reason every time I die to a boss I always learn more and want to keep trying. Sometimes you will be up against very hard enemy’s but if you keep trying you’ll eventually get it. One thing about sekiro is that you will have to be very good at the base combat of the game because there aren’t any really amazing “special” abilities that aren’t used in niche situations. The game will eventually click and will become super fun but before that you’ll just be figuring out the game. When it clicked for me I was fighting Genichiro Ashina and when I finally beat him I just got really good. If you have played Dark Souls or other Fromsoftware games this one is very different and you’ll have to adjust. I think it’s a very fun game… Expand
  32. Teixeira
    May 26, 2020
    10
    For a guy who started playing videogames at the eighties with Ninja Gaiden, Sekiro is finally the game that you really feel that you are actually dueling with swords!

    Nice story and soundtrack, beautiful graphics, awesome gameplay and challenging difficulty (the most difficult Fromsoftware game). Maybe that's why many people rated it a bad game.

    Rightly deserved the GOTY 2019!!!!
  33. AndreiKT95
    May 30, 2020
    10
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  34. Sebasvinueza
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Bellísimo e increíble más que todo en su modo de combate ya que es el juego que me ha provocado combates más fuertes, entretenidos y habilidosos.
  35. manurodac
    Nov 5, 2022
    10
    Top 3 video game combat system of all time. Can’t put this game down even after Platinum.
  36. yo-soy-sulista
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Assim como Dark Souls, as pessoas que iniciam o jogo normalmente só esperam um jogo desafiador e mais nada, sem uma história bem construída e um jogo bom por trás em si. Sekiro prova que este pensamento está extremamente errado, entregando emoção e diversão do início ao fim.
    Apesar de existirem alguns problemas técnicos individuais, eu não diria que eles atrapalham o seu jogo em si. Com ou sem eles, a sua experiência continua sendo maravilhosa.
    De qualquer forma, devo dar ênfase aos bosses desse jogo. Apesar de alguns chefes como o Guardian Ape e Folding Screen Monkeys, no geral, a qualidade e dificuldade de bosses como Sword Saint Isshin, Great Shinobi Owl e Genichiro Ashina são impecáveis, dando uma ênfase incrível a cada vez que você quebra a postura de um inimigo e dando o incrível golpe Deathblow.
    A duração do jogo é realmente agradável, contando com mais de 25 horas de jogo, sem contar o NG+, no qual eu fui até o +8.
    Eu diria que este é um dos melhores jogos da geração, podendo ser comparado com jogos sensacionais como Bloodborne e até mesmo The Last of Us. Merecidamente conquistou o Game of The Year assim como conquistou os corações da grande maioria das pessoas que jogaram.
    Todos devem jogar Sekiro, e eu o considero os 230 reais mais bem gastos da minha vida, os 230 reais que me apresentaram à série Soulsborne.    … Expand
  37. Oldry
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Sekiro это - большой шаг в соулс лайк играх студии From Software. Я обожаю Dark Souls. И Sekiro не стала исключением. Как всегда интересный геймплей, мир, сюжет, персонажи и боссы. В Sekiro босс файты стали более красочными и динамичными. Главный герой быстр по сравнению с главным героем, а именно с безымянной проклятой нежитью в Dark Souls. В Sekiro также появился прыжок. From SoftwareSekiro это - большой шаг в соулс лайк играх студии From Software. Я обожаю Dark Souls. И Sekiro не стала исключением. Как всегда интересный геймплей, мир, сюжет, персонажи и боссы. В Sekiro босс файты стали более красочными и динамичными. Главный герой быстр по сравнению с главным героем, а именно с безымянной проклятой нежитью в Dark Souls. В Sekiro также появился прыжок. From Software привзошли себя… Expand
  38. Andoryuu7
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    My first ever souls game. Intense feeling. Lots of fun. Best game. Some people don't like they can't have very different approach of style like in Dark Souls. I have to say I like the fact of all of us playing similar because it makes it more fair to me.
  39. SynStark
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    From Software never disappoints. Amazing game, gameplay, story... GOTY and deserved it.
  40. Aksoy
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Çok sağlam oyun fazlasıyla beğendim eğer zor boss dövüşleri seviyorsanız direk alın
  41. edtks
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Another masterpiece by Fromsoftware with new fast-paced combat and gameplay mechanics, such as stealth option, shinobi prosthetic tool and combat arts which are well designed based on the world setting and characters. One of the reason Fromsoftware delivered such good game is they always willing to try something new and not just stick to the same style of previous succeeded title. The npcAnother masterpiece by Fromsoftware with new fast-paced combat and gameplay mechanics, such as stealth option, shinobi prosthetic tool and combat arts which are well designed based on the world setting and characters. One of the reason Fromsoftware delivered such good game is they always willing to try something new and not just stick to the same style of previous succeeded title. The npc of the game is rich in lore and exist with reason, which means the developers always had a clear picture in mind for what they are doing. Definitely a must-play and worthy GOTY title.… Expand
  42. SteamedHams
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Nothing else in gaming compares to the feeling of finally learning and overcoming a boss you've been struggling with for days on end. One of my all time favourites.
  43. Victari0n
    Oct 10, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece game, it has all the good things that FromSoft games had; the amazing level design, amazing cryptic lore, amazing gameplay and characters. Above all, the combat in Sekiro is the best i have ever seen and is the best in any Souls game.
  44. ff9alex
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    This game is hard I will begin with that, it's not exactly a soul like game but it is if you think just rolling and attacking its going to cut it it wont

    I liked the game so much I platined it in playstation beat every boss, love every second of it The story is alright nothing cinematic or dramatic but the game is beautiful, give it a try it a must play. And if you like ninja kind of    This game is hard I will begin with that, it's not exactly a soul like game but it is if you think just rolling and attacking its going to cut it it wont

    I liked the game so much I platined it in playstation beat every boss, love every second of it

    The story is alright nothing cinematic or dramatic but the game is beautiful, give it a try it a must play. And if you like ninja kind of scenarios this is your game    … Expand
  45. Inuyasha17
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is a very perfect game.
    It is a difficult game that boasts a very high level of difficulty.
    However, excellent graphics, high-quality action, hitting sense, and cool weapons are the advantages.
    And of all the games that exist, the sword fight was the best embodiment.
    This game is worth 100 points for Metasco.
  46. joxique
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    10/10 best game, I got platinum and played ng+++, i buy this game on ps and pc
  47. Aspethera
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    There is not much to say about at least one of the best if not the best combat system of all time. in my opinion its better than the souls ones
  48. stringofsoul
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    игра года 2019 однозначно
    тру хардкор
    было очень приятно этот прокт пройти
    спасибо миядзаки
  49. Basher1227
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. when i played this game i thought "wowee a ninja man samurai game this will be fun!" then i started playing and thought one thing: **** **** you spear man **** you headless man **** you monkey man **** you owl man **** you drunk man **** you samuri guy with ****ing lighting sword and A GODDAMN GUN AND **** YOU GRANDMA WITH KNIVES......... *ahem* all in all its a good game very nice 10/10… Expand
  50. bbandit925
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    I played Bloodborne, hated it, decided to never play another From game ever again.
    Decided to give this game a shot, one of my favorite games this generation.

    It was such a good game that I bought and plated all other games from this producer.
  51. Airo_Soho
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    90 hours and i get all achievements so, this game up to top 1 in my rank list. beacause is perfect
    does not need more or less.
  52. Anima2z
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    an absolutely masterpiece, so hard so satisfying, amazing visuals and scenary
  53. Qoo88039
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    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.
  54. StarovskiFTW
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Its' a punishing and hard game with a high learning curve. But every single enemy you kill, even the dumb NPCs, rewards you with a rush of adrenaline. Story is so and so, but the gameplay is gold. Calling it a souls game would be an insult, as its' a category of its own with the fluidity and the movement.
  55. steal150
    Feb 23, 2021
    10
    I had never thought I could beat Sekiro's bosses. Once finished, I'm pretty sure I'll survive NG+.
  56. IMishev
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. Super hard at first, but the feeling of the combat clicking is so satisfying. No other game for me has been as fun as this, once the combat clicks. Once its clicked, the difficulty drops off of a cliff, the learning curve is just large.
    Ive platinumed it, which I've never done before. Honestly could be my favourite game of all time in terms of the gameplay. So fast, opposite    Amazing game. Super hard at first, but the feeling of the combat clicking is so satisfying. No other game for me has been as fun as this, once the combat clicks. Once its clicked, the difficulty drops off of a cliff, the learning curve is just large.
    Ive platinumed it, which I've never done before. Honestly could be my favourite game of all time in terms of the gameplay. So fast, opposite of a button masher, hitbox is so clean. Ugh, just the best game.
    Also the story is pretty nice for a Fromsoft game. I enjoyed this game a lot more the Bloodbourne, and its made me a life long Fromsoft fan. Brilliant game    … Expand
  57. Rocca
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Es de lo mejor que he jugado en mi vida! Te enseña que debes aprender si o si y no te la pone nada fácil
  58. Amer21
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Easily one of the best games i have ever played.
    Never a game made me so excited during gameplay, and the posture mechanic add so much to the game.
    What i also like is the variety of ways you can kill an enemy, you can dodge and damage his health bar or you could go full on and deflect until his posture breaks, or you could use your prosthetic arm to break his posture and many other    Easily one of the best games i have ever played.
    Never a game made me so excited during gameplay, and the posture mechanic add so much to the game.
    What i also like is the variety of ways you can kill an enemy, you can dodge and damage his health bar or you could go full on and deflect until his posture breaks, or you could use your prosthetic arm to break his posture and many other ways.
    Fromsoftware really outdone themselves in this game.    … Expand
  59. martinho_99
    May 31, 2022
    10
    If there ever was a game that deserves to be called a masterpiece, then it's Sekiro. The visuals, the gameplay and the story are stunning. The combat system is so unique, innovative and brilliantly carried out that for me even the very high difficulty doesn't affect the joy of fighting in a bad way. On the contrary, the difficulty forces you the internalize the art of fighting like aIf there ever was a game that deserves to be called a masterpiece, then it's Sekiro. The visuals, the gameplay and the story are stunning. The combat system is so unique, innovative and brilliantly carried out that for me even the very high difficulty doesn't affect the joy of fighting in a bad way. On the contrary, the difficulty forces you the internalize the art of fighting like a shinobi and adds to the feeling. With this combat system I always felt like I have the abilities to defeat my opponents, I was sure through hard work I will gather the skills to succeed even in the hardest fights. Unlike some bosses in the Dark Souls games, Sekiro always gave me the faith and confidence that I will overcome the challenge I am facing. I hope fromsoftware will continue to use Sekiros fighting system and way of story telling in their future work.… Expand
  60. Jakahagar
    Aug 20, 2020
    10
    omg this game is fantastic
    Great combat system
    Awesome bosses
    Good story
    Nice graphics
    I love ishin ashina
  61. Croly
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    a Great Game. Finally Fromsoftware got the Game of the Year Award.
    The Game is not too hard ,but also not too easy. Perfectly balanced. The graphics are nice the combat system is very innovative.
    Overall just a very good game. i didnt like some of the areas though. thats the most common mistake video game developer make. the dont design it in a way that it seems believable for the npcs    a Great Game. Finally Fromsoftware got the Game of the Year Award.
    The Game is not too hard ,but also not too easy. Perfectly balanced. The graphics are nice the combat system is very innovative.
    Overall just a very good game.
    i didnt like some of the areas though.
    thats the most common mistake video game developer make. the dont design it in a way that it seems believable for the npcs to live there.

    so i would actually give this game a 9/10 ,because i dont like giving 10 out of ten cuz nothing is perfect. but i want the user score to get higher so i give 10 points.    … Expand
  62. Multilox
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    My ass is broken. issin Pidoras ebaniy. I tried last boss eight months but otpizdil ego. The best game in the world ❤️❤️❤️
  63. GABOTE
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Good atmosphere, good story, good combat system, good boss fights, good soundtrack.
  64. Rorrocop
    Jun 25, 2021
    10
    ES EL MEJOR JUEGO QUE HE TENIDO DESDE HACE MUCHOS AÑOS LAS PELEAS CON LOS JEFES OSN LO MEJOR
  65. sebasra
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Sekiro... this is just an absolute masterpiece.
    The game is hard, but when you learn from the enemies and find how to defeat them it feels so good
    11/10 for sure
  66. masshat
    Jul 11, 2020
    10
    You are looking for a challenge, you want to call yourself a PGM? you just landed in the right spot. This game is amazing, it immerse you in the JAPAN feudal era. You will die a lot of times, you will swear a lot of time but man the satisfaction of the swords strikes sound effect is just stunning and when you kill a hard boss or do a crazy move because you've panicked and pressed all theYou are looking for a challenge, you want to call yourself a PGM? you just landed in the right spot. This game is amazing, it immerse you in the JAPAN feudal era. You will die a lot of times, you will swear a lot of time but man the satisfaction of the swords strikes sound effect is just stunning and when you kill a hard boss or do a crazy move because you've panicked and pressed all the buttons in the same time is so funny. I've played it with a PS4 back button controller, must have for this game if you want to really mastery the sword and the moves.

    I generally don't like hard games when it's not funny to progress but this one changed my vision on HARD games. Finishing this game in the first walk-trough and finishing it again after hitting the demon bells (surprise on what is this), you can clearly make a statement on your game-play skill :)

    In the top of that it promote exploration and you will never be disappointed while exploring new regions.    … Expand
  67. lonelybluey
    Aug 13, 2020
    10
    I have never been so addicted to and platinum'ed a game so fast in my entire life. This doesn't stray to far from the typical Soulsborne framework, but then deviates from it so far that it definitely stands on its own among FromSoftware's growing pantheon of classics. Initially I was so taken aback by the deviation that I didn't even get to the first boss. I just put it away and playedI have never been so addicted to and platinum'ed a game so fast in my entire life. This doesn't stray to far from the typical Soulsborne framework, but then deviates from it so far that it definitely stands on its own among FromSoftware's growing pantheon of classics. Initially I was so taken aback by the deviation that I didn't even get to the first boss. I just put it away and played something else, disappointed that I wasted my money on such an overhyped product, after my journey from Demon Souls all the way back in the PS3 era up to finishing Dark Souls 3 and Bloodborne, I felt the itch for a new game from this company was not scratched. I was so disappointed. But I came back to this 3 months later, forced myself through learning the grappling mechanics, the parry move and the posture meter, the sneaking and deathblows, and when all the components clicked together, I was HOOKED. I devoured this game. Didn't play anything else for weeks. Every waking moment was spent thinking on how best to approach a new area, a new enemy, how to get through them with perfect parrys and no damage.The bosses, the environments, the music. If you can get through the initial hurdle of readjusting from a heavily armored knight, to a moderately armored hunter to finally a nimble shinobi, you owe it to yourself to play this gem. This is a worthy addition to FromSoftware's catalogue.… Expand
  68. ZeroDeaths
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    One of the best games if not the best game this generation!
    Im a huge FromSoftware fan, i’ve played bloodborne, dark Souls remastered and dark souls 3 and platinum-ed them.
    This game has by far the best gameplay out of all of the souls games and might i even say every ps4 game! Don’t get me wrong, when i first played the game i was like ... damn this gameplay sucks! As i was playing it    One of the best games if not the best game this generation!
    Im a huge FromSoftware fan, i’ve played bloodborne, dark Souls remastered and dark souls 3 and platinum-ed them.
    This game has by far the best gameplay out of all of the souls games and might i even say every ps4 game!
    Don’t get me wrong, when i first played the game i was like ... damn this gameplay sucks! As i was playing it in a souls style.
    Then i started learning about the mechanisms of the game and how to reflect, dodge, mirki, jump or even run and when to do each of them.
    Believe me once you get a grasp of it you’ll absolutely love it!
    Beating a boss is the most satisfying experience in any souls game.
    Graphics are gorgeous And the story is fine.    … Expand
  69. xSawada
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Mano Du céu, eu amei esse jogo, platinei e fiz mil G porque esse jogo foi incrível pra mim, os combates cada um foi uma história pra mim, sistema de parry incrível , parabéns aos produtores !!!!!
  70. Inuyasha1
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    근접 타격감, 칼싸움 게임의 최강자 게임. 세계의 모든 게임들 중 근접 타격감, 칼싸움 게임 1위는 세키로다. 검이 간지난다. 그 대신 프롬소프트웨어 근본 소울류라 난이도가 매우 어려움
  71. Tabosh
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Sekiro is the definition of git gud fromsoft made another masterpiece. every single bad review is about how hard the game is or how different it is from dark souls, well thats the point.. This isnt dark souls, when i started this game i had a hard time the parrying, the dodging, the grappling. These aspects of the game didnt click for me... Untill a certain boss when it did, it was almostSekiro is the definition of git gud fromsoft made another masterpiece. every single bad review is about how hard the game is or how different it is from dark souls, well thats the point.. This isnt dark souls, when i started this game i had a hard time the parrying, the dodging, the grappling. These aspects of the game didnt click for me... Untill a certain boss when it did, it was almost like i had an awakening i didnt struggle as much, gameplay became so enjoyable and amazing i coudnt stop playing, the graphics are amazing , the only gripe i have is that the story isnt as "deep" as other fromsoft game like bloodborne and ds3, but yhats the thing it shouldnt be, youre playing it in the moment these events happen, the world is still alive, enemies arent hollowed out souls they are humans and while sometimes the ai is a bit abusable it still is enjoyable, not mentioning the replayability, coming from someone who beat the game 6 times i am more that confident saying, every time u play it u can have a different experience since its almost an open world with linear plot if u enjoy high octane gitgud challenging games then this is the game for you.… Expand
  72. HomeroomTeacher
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Absolutely loved it. I'm currently at my 4th playtrough. This game is a literal adrenaline pump, with epic bossfights and challanging gameplay. I like how From Software finally dropped gear system, so people, who don't like grinding can fully enjoy a soulsborne game. Graphics are okay, animations and sounds, artistic style and visual effects are awesome, and not too many bosses areAbsolutely loved it. I'm currently at my 4th playtrough. This game is a literal adrenaline pump, with epic bossfights and challanging gameplay. I like how From Software finally dropped gear system, so people, who don't like grinding can fully enjoy a soulsborne game. Graphics are okay, animations and sounds, artistic style and visual effects are awesome, and not too many bosses are frustrating to play against. I found myself rather hating the mini bosses than the main bosses.

    Only downside for me is the camera, which tends to unlock during fight. Even with this, Sekiro is one of my favourite games of all time.    … Expand
  73. Gabitoxico
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. JOYA BRUTAL. Realmente me encantó el juego. FASCINANTE LA AMBIENTACIÓN Y LA JUGABILIDAD… Expand
  74. MateusFlar
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo extraordinário, melhor mecânica de combate de todos os tempos. Além de uma boa história.… Expand
  75. Nilknarff
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Sekiro: SDT, é um game onde a habilidade do player é testada e evolui a cada chefe que se enfrenta.
    A história não chega a ser inovadora, porém é muito bem feita e fácil de se entender.
    Bugs são raros e nenhum prejudica a experiência.
    O problema do jogo é não possuir um conteúdo adicional, pois seria muito bem vindo. Se um dia houver uma continuação, eu com certeza compraria.
  76. ViniciusEXC
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Ótima Gameplay, história também muito boa, e o protagonista é muito enigmático.
  77. MilkomedaMusic
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Great game, can show to the player the feeling of improvement and reward.
    Story is good, graphics are good and great mechanics (at first is a little hard and looks like it doesn't make sense, but with time you can see that makes sense and are unique). Bosses are challeging and every one is diferent.
    Also great to have a "open world" to explore, not having just one path.
  78. Keryanie
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece at gameplay level. This is one of the few REAL games on modern consoles. Not a great story, without good graphics or animations. However, if you loved DS series this is the game for you. Excellent boss fights and really hard to beat(like old school games).
  79. YoghurtDragon
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Beautifully crafted From Software formula. Elevated the Dark Souls like genre with new combat a mind-blowing soundtrack and just visually stunning world in Ashina.
  80. izzum
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    A lot of people dislike Sekiro due to its difficulty but to me at least thats just the fun of the game learning the moves and creating a counter attack for them (most bosses have weaknesses to exploit) and thats the only real point of criticism the game, story and everything are so good
  81. Kant3ro
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Inovador,divertido,con buenas mecánicas historia relativamente interesante tiene buena banda sonora y muy buenos jefes
  82. Erfan11
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Favorite game of all time tbh all the boss the cbot the flow if you feel it puts you in a state of flow like boxing or mma fight.
  83. terribad69
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    This game has the best combat in any game. Even after finishing the game and unlocking all trophies, it felt good repeating the game just so to re-live the epic duel, once again with ishin, father owl, lady butterfly and other bosses. And the story is filled with interesting lore that makes you want for more of this game. And as usual, fromsoftware provides with their traiditionalThis game has the best combat in any game. Even after finishing the game and unlocking all trophies, it felt good repeating the game just so to re-live the epic duel, once again with ishin, father owl, lady butterfly and other bosses. And the story is filled with interesting lore that makes you want for more of this game. And as usual, fromsoftware provides with their traiditional minimalistic yet amazing level design through interconnected world which does not fall far from previous souls titles.… Expand
  84. lordjovac
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    As a fan of both From Software games and medieval Japan, I was insanely excited for Sekiro. Then I wanted to break my copy in half because I didnt get it. It was insanely difficult and I couldnt wrap my head around its combat mechanics. Then I somehow stumbled all the way up to a certain boss, got pummeled a dozen times and then..it clicked. I blocked, side stepped and jumped over hisAs a fan of both From Software games and medieval Japan, I was insanely excited for Sekiro. Then I wanted to break my copy in half because I didnt get it. It was insanely difficult and I couldnt wrap my head around its combat mechanics. Then I somehow stumbled all the way up to a certain boss, got pummeled a dozen times and then..it clicked. I blocked, side stepped and jumped over his attacks and delivered punishment in a brutal but beautiful dance of death. I have now completed Sekiro 4 times and it cemented itself as one of my favorite games ever. I'm glad I didnt break that disc after all. Sekiro is From Software's most divisive game yet, but also its most focused. It delivers on everything it sets out to do. It innovates while remaining loyal to its roots and thats hard to achieve. Its also the most cohesive game from japanese developer in terms of its story. Hundreds of wiki pages are this time not required to understand the plot. Most RPG elements are thrown out of the window in favor of fast paced action and skill. I know everyone expected Dark Souls clone, but this aint that. I, for one, would love for From Software to continue innovate and deliver excitement and challenge in different packages instead of falling back to same old formula.… Expand
  85. hernan1
    Aug 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. buenisimo y los que creen que es injusto son unos bebes https://youtu.be/g3iHuqMwOrg… Expand
  86. Ulises_N
    Aug 1, 2020
    10
    Una obra maestra que se convirtió en uno de mis juegos favoritos, la historia es perfecta con la posibilidad de adaptarse a ti con cada final. Es un juego donde la dificultad te hace disfrutarlo aún más y te recompensa con la satisfacción de haberlo logrado.

    Simplemente asombroso!!!
  87. gustavobrito
    Aug 12, 2020
    10
    a true masterpiece. The combat is very unique and the world is so interesting and detailed. truly beautiful.
  88. foxbel
    Aug 13, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра в которую я играл на playstation, а так-же лучшая игра от From Software. Очевидный Must-play и Game of the year. "Hesitation means losing"
  89. rigos0902
    Aug 21, 2020
    10
    no lloren mancos, uno de los mejores videojuegos de esta generación, y un avance super notorio de las mecánicas de los soulslike. y quien lea esto y no comparta mi opinion, "aprende a agarrar el control, manco"
  90. groyfit
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    Это просто лучшая игра для любителей aнaльныx утех
  91. Ridleymain
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    This game is incredible. It is difficult, yet it never feels cheap when I die. The bosses are well designed, the music is pretty good, and the combat is fun and never got old. I love the games Fromsoft makes and this game makes me love them even more.
  92. Josuerx
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    El juego se siente natural en el combate, es duro cuando no prácticas y no eliges bien las habilidades para un enfrentamiento, terminas siendo víctima, como en toda la saga Souls de tus errores al control, y de la elección de herramientas y ataques.
    Visualmente es eun joya, mezcla perfecta de la fantasía y realidad, buenos paisajes.
    En rendimiento si podría pedir ser más el juego a 60FPS    El juego se siente natural en el combate, es duro cuando no prácticas y no eliges bien las habilidades para un enfrentamiento, terminas siendo víctima, como en toda la saga Souls de tus errores al control, y de la elección de herramientas y ataques.
    Visualmente es eun joya, mezcla perfecta de la fantasía y realidad, buenos paisajes.
    En rendimiento si podría pedir ser más el juego a 60FPS en consolas sería de lujo.    … Expand
  93. Hozuki
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Sem duvida alguma uma obra de arte, um jogo que te desafia o tempo todo, te dando uma motivação para querer praticar, melhorar e tentar de novo.
    uma verdadeira lição de narrativa e jogabilidade para a industria de jogos atuai, um sistema de aparar completamente novo, que te dá satisfação visual de ver em pratica, algo que chega a beirar o cinematográfico em seus combates.
    Sekiro: Shadows    Sem duvida alguma uma obra de arte, um jogo que te desafia o tempo todo, te dando uma motivação para querer praticar, melhorar e tentar de novo.
    uma verdadeira lição de narrativa e jogabilidade para a industria de jogos atuai, um sistema de aparar completamente novo, que te dá satisfação visual de ver em pratica, algo que chega a beirar o cinematográfico em seus combates.
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice é um dos poucos jogos em que tive vontade de fazer 100% de tudo o que tem a oferecer, o jogo conta com seu audio original em japones, e a atuação e relação dos personagens é incrivelmente detalhada, retratando um Japão em período de guerra, onde as pessoas quase não possuem mais emoções ou esperanças, e você sendo o Lobo de um braço só, precisa fazer o que lhe foi confiado a fazer, proteger seu mestre a todo custo, seguindo sua honra como um shinobi e se guiando por sangue com um poder desconhecido.
    Parabéns From Software.    … Expand
  94. Adillkhl
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    Tout simplement sekiro est parmis les 5 meilleures jeux que j'ai jouer durant toute ma vie Merci from software merci myazaki
  95. Markusjayar
    Sep 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Incredibly rewarding and completely different feel on NG+
  96. Danikosman
    Sep 27, 2020
    10
    My first fromsoft game and it was amazing even though punishing as hell in the begining but once u master the combat its pretty awesome
  97. Nyber
    Sep 29, 2020
    10
    Das beste Spiel dieser Konsolengeneration.
    Wunderschöne und gut durchdachte Spielewelt.
    Bei dem Schwierigkeitsgrad fällt mir eigentlich nur "Hart aber Unfair" ein. Das Kämpfen mit dem "Kusabimaru" fühlt sich einfach unglaublich gut an und jeder beseigte Boss macht lust auf noch mehr . Fazit: Lass dich auf das Spiel ein und es ist jeden Cent wert, kein Game zum gelegentlichen    Das beste Spiel dieser Konsolengeneration.
    Wunderschöne und gut durchdachte Spielewelt.
    Bei dem Schwierigkeitsgrad fällt mir eigentlich nur
    "Hart aber Unfair" ein.
    Das Kämpfen mit dem "Kusabimaru" fühlt sich
    einfach unglaublich gut an und jeder beseigte Boss
    macht lust auf noch mehr .
    Fazit: Lass dich auf das Spiel ein und es ist jeden
    Cent wert, kein Game zum gelegentlichen zocken.
    Good Luck :)    … Expand
  98. ADEGaming
    Jul 5, 2021
    10
    Sekiro, well well well. This is my first soulslike game. But hot damn, now I see the reason for the hype.
    I am now writing this review after I played my first DSR playthrough. They are completely different but share a lot of similarities. Is sekiro really much more difficult than Dark souls? Yes. How?
    Sekiro is completely a single-player experience. You will not receive any help from    Sekiro, well well well. This is my first soulslike game. But hot damn, now I see the reason for the hype.
    I am now writing this review after I played my first DSR playthrough. They are completely different but share a lot of similarities. Is sekiro really much more difficult than Dark souls? Yes. How?

    Sekiro is completely a single-player experience. You will not receive any help from the community. Now, if you found a roadblock in Sekiro, this is the kind of game that requires you to use some of your braincells in order to be adaptive and learn from the mistakes of your defeat. The combat is far more superior than Darksouls, the world and aesthetics of Sekiro trumps Darksouls. However, the exploration aspect of Darksouls is far more satisfying.

    Anyway, Darksouls and Sekiro introduced me to this new genre of games. I hope Elden Ring will be able to deliver.    … Expand
  99. saksoka
    May 24, 2021
    10
    Honestly s teir gameplay let's make this review a jojo reference muda muda muda muda muda muda muda muda muda muda muda muda muda
  100. 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
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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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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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