Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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  1. Verbal_cz563
    Oct 20, 2020
    10
    This game almost made me kill myself. But once you overcome the hardest of **** namely Genichiro, Guardian Ape and Isshin the Sword Saint, you will feel so much accomplishment, that it will be worth it. One of the best games i've ever played
  2. DanielxDaniel
    Oct 27, 2020
    10
    Los fanáticos de souls me van a odiar pero este es el mejor. Es uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado en mi vida, es realmente difícil y da un placer enorme derrotar a un boss sin ayuda. Pero no se queda en ello, los gráficos la música y la jugabilidad hacen imposible que te aburras con el. Lo he ganado 4 veces porque no te aburres de recorrerlo.
    Lo recomiendo sobre todo si te gusta el    Los fanáticos de souls me van a odiar pero este es el mejor. Es uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado en mi vida, es realmente difícil y da un placer enorme derrotar a un boss sin ayuda. Pero no se queda en ello, los gráficos la música y la jugabilidad hacen imposible que te aburras con el. Lo he ganado 4 veces porque no te aburres de recorrerlo.
    Lo recomiendo sobre todo si te gusta el Japón feudal.    … Expand
  3. ltravis005
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    A privilege to play! Easily one of the best gaming experiences ever! . It's Dark souls perfected, without any of its flaws, in a more immersive, fantastic 16th century setting. Clunky RPG & stat mechanics have been scrapped without losing character customization through prosthetic enhancements and multiple schools of skill types. It's difficult but fair. It respects your intelligence &A privilege to play! Easily one of the best gaming experiences ever! . It's Dark souls perfected, without any of its flaws, in a more immersive, fantastic 16th century setting. Clunky RPG & stat mechanics have been scrapped without losing character customization through prosthetic enhancements and multiple schools of skill types. It's difficult but fair. It respects your intelligence & ability to figure things out for yourself. This game is brilliant is so many ways, you are hurting yourself by not buying it now & giving it a chance.… Expand
  4. thomas_9797
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    in challenging gameplay, anyone who has the patience to learn how to fight and finish it will realize why it is game of the year 2019. it is not unfairly difficult as some people acclaim it simply invites you to plan a strategy instead of running towards all enemies as if you are indestructible.
  5. Smashg
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    Un muy buen juego muy recomendable es uno de los mejores juegos de from software.
  6. KOSYAVCHIK
    Nov 12, 2020
    10
    This game gave me a bunch of emotions, true emotions. My favourite souls like game (i played Dark Souls Remastered, Dark Souls 3, Bloodborne and Sekiro), but in my opinion easiest souls game.
  7. Raios-Rogue
    Dec 9, 2021
    10
    the hardest best Fromsoftware game ever created with the best narrative story plot awesome endings phenomenal character development awesome NPC the mind of Miyazaki is so creative full with so much fantasy innovation i loved every second of this game this game will make you a much better gamer and hone your skills that transfer into other games as long as you have patience and i am stillthe hardest best Fromsoftware game ever created with the best narrative story plot awesome endings phenomenal character development awesome NPC the mind of Miyazaki is so creative full with so much fantasy innovation i loved every second of this game this game will make you a much better gamer and hone your skills that transfer into other games as long as you have patience and i am still playing it to this day this game is the hardest game ever made its not for everyone if for those games that are hardcore gamers that want to become god tier gamers its a game that pushes your brain capacity to the limit and the gamers that have the patience to beat this game to give back Kur's charm and play with demon bell and no kuro charm to master this game like me have my most utmost respect i even respect people that are not as good gamers but are stubborn and put effort into beating finishing this game even if they dont want to comeback and play more thats on them they will miss the other endings and secret boss fights. Sekiro is very punishing yer rewarding and requires you to get good at deflecting think of deflecting as rhythm getting your timing correct the combat is very good you have plenty of arts shinobi arts and your shinobi prosthetic arm to work with the combat is fast paced faster than bloodborne be aggresive on your attacks and you will need to have great reflexes being patient having good cordination and great timing dodging properly will get you a long way because later if you decide to futher punish yourself to master the game and improve your skills like me go without Kuro charm and + demon bell that means if you dont deflect perfectly you take damage bosses have so much more damage posture and health as do enemies and they break your posture very fast you gotta master deflecting and doding and using your prosthetic arm and shinobi tools and shinobi arts at the same time sometimes just perfect deflecting wont do you any good in NG + 2 you are already getting killed in one hit and bosses break your posture very fast as long as you dont give up and you have patience to continue dying and playing you will get better at the game you will build muscle memory faster reflexes your senses will sharpen it's a punishing game made for the soulsborne fans its made for the hardcore and god tier gamers which are at the top of skill in gaming this game is mength to test fully what you got it will push you to the limit you will either get better and push past your limit evolving your skills and enjoying how much better your getting and how much better you playing and you will enjoy the entire game or you will become the one thing in gaming disrespect the most a casul gamer that never wants to get stronger and improve and play games on easy or normal difficulty and when he clashes with a game like this he becomes a quiter a btch ass niga that will give up miss out on a phenomenal game and quit and run to play fortnite like a coward staying the same weakling casual scrub they always have been.My biggest disappointed is where is our Expansion The Lighting of tomoe i mean thank you Miyazaki for the DLC you gave us with the boss rush and new skills but all of us fromsoftware fans would have loved The lighting of tomoe Expansion i really hope this game gets a sequel because Wuchant Fallen Feathers from The Chinese are already stealing from Sekiro and Bloodborne i would Prefer Sekiro Sequel From Fromsoftware and Miyazaki which are talented Japanese developers rather than having to play A female Sekiro Wuchag The Fallen feathers where they are absolutely stealing all if your sounds and animations UI From Sekiro and Bloodborne.This is a must play game for gamers that seek to attain greater skills by striving to improve to enjoy a great narrative story and a fantastic semi open world filled with so much innovation fantasy and a fatanstic combat system dont give up become stronger acquire strength think of death not as annoyance but as a new begining for you to keep trying and keep getting better. Set your heart ablaze surpass your limits. Hesitation Is Defeat !… Expand
  8. Altahir
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    BEST GAME FROM SOFTWARE Sekiro>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>dark souls
  9. Ha1vy
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    Оригинал обзора (который писался до добавления турниров силы и прочего) находится в стиме
    Обзор для тех кому лень читать:
    Чел...эта игра года и у неё очень положительные отзывы ВЕЗДЕ и у тебя всё ещё есть сомнения ? Если нет и ты не боишься что при первом прохождения прожечь свой стул смело покупай! Более подробный обзор(для тех у кого все ещё остались сомнения о покупке) : Для меня    Оригинал обзора (который писался до добавления турниров силы и прочего) находится в стиме
    Обзор для тех кому лень читать:
    Чел...эта игра года и у неё очень положительные отзывы ВЕЗДЕ и у тебя всё ещё есть сомнения ? Если нет и ты не боишься что при первом прохождения прожечь свой стул смело покупай!

    Более подробный обзор(для тех у кого все ещё остались сомнения о покупке) :
    Для меня эта игра- лучшие творение From Software
    После этой игры я не могу играть в дс 2 из за того что она кажется медленным говном
    Я выбил платину(4 прохождения на разные концовки) и прошёл её лишний раз с дебаффом амулета и колокола
    Мой предыдущий опыт в играх от From Software составляет даже на половину не пройденный DS 2
    Плюсы:
    +Локации (Дворец первоисточника с его красивейшим видом- это лучшая реализация особенности японской архитектуры в играх )
    +Саундтрек (очень хорошо синергирует с происходящим во круг игрока и вписывается в сеттинг игры)
    +Сюжет (Конечно, не венец голивудского творения, но для жанра соулс лайк он более открыт для игрока и не вся история сокрыта в описании предметов в отличии предыдущих игр разработчика)
    +Боевая система(Не так проста в освоении (если для вас это первая игра в жанре SL) , но при её полном изучении вознаграждает приятной визуальной реализацией боя, чувство что это не битва, а танец) (очень сильно это видно в битве с госпожой бабочкой)
    +Боссы (имеют свои тактики, но при первом прохождении жопу вам порвут точно)
    +Турниры силы и дуэли с боссами (невероятно штука, которая выбьет все дерьмо из любого чела вне зависимости от его способности и знания механик игры, ибо боссы в этом режиме имеют слегка измененный мув сет. Под "слегка" я имею ввиду ключевые удары и фишки самого босса из за которых иногда вообще складывается ощущение что его пройти нельзя. Генетиро например может за 1 секунду пройти расстояние во всю арену и нанести 2 удара не заблокировав которые можно умереть имея полное хп)
    Минусы:
    -Начальное управление (LB и RB при блоке и ударе (играю на геймпаде от хуана) просто не удобны и лучше забиндить на LT и RT (на самом деле исключительно моя придирка и минус не имеет право на объективность т.к. управление- дело вкуса и вообще некоторые на барабанах бонго игру проходят и им норм
    -Боевые стили( большая часть бесполезна и вообще не используется в прохождении (кроме микири или удара тени в некоторых местах)
    Итог: Игра очень качественная и полностью оправдывает свою цену в 2000 руб. Я могу порекомендовать игру поклонникам игр From Software и рекомендую новичкам жанра повременить с прохождением Sekiro и пройти трилогию Dark Souls, потому что есть вероятность что динамика DS вам покажется очень медленной после прохождения Sekiro
    Оценка: 10 семечек тыкв из 10    … Expand
  10. rikaru1858
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    Zerei no PS4 pro , Xbox one S e digo que o jogo é digno de terno goty na sua conta , jogasso! Super recomendo
  11. UmCarinha
    Mar 8, 2021
    10
    O melhor da from software e um dos melhores da geração.
    Hitbox excelente, ambientação incrível, personagens legais, bosses interessantes e um nível de dificuldade bem desafiadora, tudo que eu procurava em um jogo. Para quem reclama da falta de PvP e da falta criação de personagem no jogo, enfiem suas reclamações naquele lugar!
    O jogo não tem que ser só mais um maldito Dark souls, não é    O melhor da from software e um dos melhores da geração.
    Hitbox excelente, ambientação incrível, personagens legais, bosses interessantes e um nível de dificuldade bem desafiadora, tudo que eu procurava em um jogo. Para quem reclama da falta de PvP e da falta criação de personagem no jogo, enfiem suas reclamações naquele lugar!
    O jogo não tem que ser só mais um maldito Dark souls, não é RPG, entendam isso de uma vez por todas e nem todo jogo precisa de um maldito pvp.
    Se não gostaram do jogo por esses motivos, suas reclamações são estupidas, procurem outro jogo ou voltem pro dark souls, se a from quiser fazer um jogo de tiro em primeira pessoa que ela faça, eles não são obrigados a fazer o que a comunidade patética de dark ouls querem.    … Expand
  12. markus312
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Being a fan of souls-like games, this was a breath of fresh air. The combat, the setting, the enemies and bosses all make it a worthwhile experience
  13. AngellopzYe
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    Un juego espectacular y muy desafiante
    Altamente recomendable Lo único que no me gustó mucho fue la música
  14. WhiteClad
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    This was my first Souls-like game and I have to say it took some time to get used to it. But after all it is the first game that gave me "gamegasm" - the indescribable satisfaction from killing a hard boss you've been fighting for a long time. This game really gave me the gaming experience, not just cutscene-watching and killing lame NPCs experience. You can really feel how you progressThis was my first Souls-like game and I have to say it took some time to get used to it. But after all it is the first game that gave me "gamegasm" - the indescribable satisfaction from killing a hard boss you've been fighting for a long time. This game really gave me the gaming experience, not just cutscene-watching and killing lame NPCs experience. You can really feel how you progress through the game exclusively because of your skill and not because grinding or, god forbid, lootboxes. Another thing that I like about it more that I did about Dark Souls 3 I played next, is that its fast. In DS3 I would sometimes rage when I got hit because my character was too slow, but in Sekiro I know - I got hit because I was slow. So if you're not afraid of challenge and have patience, this one is a must-have.… Expand
  15. SkyHigh69
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sekiro shadows die twice feels very good to control and while having a big learning Curve after mastering the combat it feels very fluent and you can also feel every deflect and every blow. the Bosses were the Highlight for me i didnt hate a single one (if we dont count headless). a perfect game with great level design, bosses and combat. totally deserved the game of the year award.… Expand
  16. DiamondEd1
    Oct 4, 2022
    10
    This is one of my favourite games of all time. The reason I love 'Sekiro' and 'Bloodborne' is the forward thinking combat and the way the game forces you to get better and perservere, and this is a truly wonderful video game.
  17. A_good_username
    Mar 8, 2021
    10
    This is the best AND easiest FromSoft game. The story is from good to great at some places and the combat, ohh the combat! It is the most satisfying thing ever. Ever time you pull off a parry you feel like a badass. The level design isn't as Dark Souls 1 for example, but at the mid-point it branches out in 4 different directions to 4 different bosses. To be fair you can't complete a wholeThis is the best AND easiest FromSoft game. The story is from good to great at some places and the combat, ohh the combat! It is the most satisfying thing ever. Ever time you pull off a parry you feel like a badass. The level design isn't as Dark Souls 1 for example, but at the mid-point it branches out in 4 different directions to 4 different bosses. To be fair you can't complete a whole section without interacting with another one, but , in my opinion, that just encourages exploration more. The bosses are the best FromSoft has ever created and they are all distinct from each other and feel super satisfying to beat. The game, how ever near perfect it is, lacks multiplayer and a bunch of RPG elements expected in FromSoft games, but I just find the common Dark Souls stile a bit overwhelming, I personally prefer the simplicity that Sekiro offers. To wrap this up I have put around 130+ hours into this game and I love it to bits, it may not have the replay-ability as some other Soulborne stile games, but for me the core combat is fun enough to still be engaging after all this time. Also the free update they added recently has some more endgame content, other than new game + and is the most challenging thing (by far) in the game. This is a 10/10 masterpiece and is worth every cent. Good luck out there and remember to stay strong, Wolf!… Expand
  18. GameforGamers
    Jan 12, 2021
    10
    best game of 2019, this is another proof that, Fromsoftware are the leaders in game design, and challenging video games, the sound, and visuals are outstanding too.
    10/10
  19. Mahannbz
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    One of the best games I have played,amazing gameplay and boss fights amazing mini boss fights very good level design and items and inventory system, good story,characters and satisfying music,also good world design,the only problems are drop frames on the high building and lyp syncing
  20. Maxgames12
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    La verdad el juego es muy bueno y la historia es larga y divertida,la dificultad es demaciado genial para mi exelente juego
  21. reytor25
    Jan 31, 2021
    10
    Simplemente Obra Maestra
    El juego siempre se siente justo. Los combates contra los jefes son épicos en todo sentido(música,escenarios)
    Es tan bueno que aunque te maten 100 veces no te va a aburrir y vas a querer seguir jugando. En fin mi videojuego favorito
  22. Ostarina
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    One of best games i played if you like challenge you cant go wrong with sekiro

    Sorry my bad english
  23. Star_Enios
    May 4, 2021
    10
    With these impeccable battle mechanisms Sekiro only exposes other games of that genre.

    Its a fantastic game all around that you get truly better by grinding and getting muscle memory
  24. chiefofbricks
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is by far the hardest Fromsoftware game yet. So much so I even disliked the game for nearly 6 months before I enjoyed it. Once I took the time and learned how to play its unique style it made me truly feel achieved by overcoming its massive difficulty.
  25. Maruyama79
    Feb 27, 2021
    10
    The best game ambientation. Great bosses. Great music. Difficult but is incredible how you learn to play enjoying to the top. It deserves everything. Great job From Software!
  26. JokerHD
    Aug 16, 2021
    10
    One of the best games I‘ve played. The game is super hard but it’s fair ever time. The combat system is also one of the best I‘ve ever seen. 10/10! You really need to play it!
  27. Dunpow25
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    What a masterpiece. Sekiro is excellent. From its combat, world and story this is Miyazaki magnum opus.
  28. Faknord90
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is amazing. Probably the best third person action game I've played. I loved the story and world as well.
  29. Primebear
    Apr 12, 2021
    10
    Fromsoft made a perfect action in a different direction from the perfect previous work. It is not easy to melt a different tempo while maintaining the company's own style.
  30. Fatbastard19
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    "Git Gud" - These words have never rang truer.
    As a long time soulsbourne veteran I will begin by saying that Sekiro is one of the most difficult, if not the most difficult, of the genre. It is also one of the best.
  31. Ardho
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is an amazing game, I feel like being a real shinobi loyal to the master, I think adding normal levels might be better
  32. 1Andonly
    Apr 22, 2021
    10
    Amazing game play, lore and overrall difficulty - it's quite fair TBH, This gem has to be experienced and talked more about. Absolutely recommend if you like a bit of a learning curve and a super rewarding Git gud-feeling.
  33. YokoHugo
    Jul 28, 2022
    10
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  34. Avocado17
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Amazing game. Contrary to popular belief you in fact die way more than twice.
  35. Sara988
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Don't go in expecting a Soulsborne game.
    You don't get to customize your character.
    You don't get to just use any weapon.

    That doesn't mean it is bad. In fact, I think it's a brilliant move. FromSoft has set a narrative with this that makes for a -real- story to be told with the player, rather than AT the player like in other FromSoft titles.
  36. Ardiffaz22
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Clashing of swords at its finest.
    It was a bit overwhelming in the very beginning for me (and I've never played a Souls game before) but after some time I got used to the flow. And when you get the rhythm, it becomes the dance.
    Fast-pacing engaging combat which requires your concentration and punishes you for your every mistake. It plays fair and teaches you to fight perfectly and if    Clashing of swords at its finest.
    It was a bit overwhelming in the very beginning for me (and I've never played a Souls game before) but after some time I got used to the flow. And when you get the rhythm, it becomes the dance.

    Fast-pacing engaging combat which requires your concentration and punishes you for your every mistake. It plays fair and teaches you to fight perfectly and if you learn your lesson it will be the most satisfying combat ever. Very fluid animations and clashing sounds which become the music. But katana is not your only weapon, you can use tons of tools fit into the prosthetic arm, both offensive and defensive. Or you can ignore them completely and only use your sword. It doesn't have the variety of customization like in an RPG, but what it has, it is made perfect.

    Yes, it's hard, it requires you to 'git gud', and you will die a lot and suffer. I had so much rage during some of the fights, yet I have never even considered a rage quit. The learning curve of the difficulty is quite balanced: once you start to feel comfy, it gives you another challenge. So you'll never get bored, even after beating the game: you can go for additional NG+ playthroughs and make the game harder (yes, harder). Just give up Kuro's charm and ring the demon bell ;D

    But besides the combat, this game has some more to offer. The stunning visuals of mountainous Japan, filled with gorgeous castles and temples, detailed armor of human warriors and fascinating creatures, which, as I suspect, are inspired by Japanese mythology. The game on the whole feels very Japanese, but it doesn't require you to know almost anything about their culture beforehand. The story is clear and quite linear, yet you can have 4 different endings. There are not so many characters, but each one of them has a story to tell. Plus some pieces of lore can be found in item descriptions and environment. If you pay attention the lore becomes more deep and complex.

    Easily one of the best (or even the best) game I've ever played. Well done, FromSoftware.    … Expand
  37. Berzerk50
    May 14, 2021
    10
    It's one of those games that can get frustrating to the point where you just wanna quit and play something else. But when your adrenaline kicks in and you finally defeat the boss, It gives you very satisfying feeling executing that feels like crack.
  38. Zombiecat47
    May 14, 2021
    10
    In an era where full-priced games are filled to the brim with microtransactions, locked out content, or boring open worlds with equally boring cut-and-paste content, occasionally a gem like SEKIRO™: SHADOWS DIE TWICE comes along and reminds us why we play games in the first place.
  39. 24Kamspy
    May 14, 2021
    10
    I'd like to get this out there for people like me.

    I LOVE the Dark Souls series, but I was never any good with the parry. Straight sword and shield tank. Never even tried a parry outside of the Undead Burg I was so bad. Bloodborne wasn't even an option for me (could have been the 22fps). So I finally picked up Sekiro expecting to get demolished, but figured I'd finally try it out. I    I'd like to get this out there for people like me.

    I LOVE the Dark Souls series, but I was never any good with the parry. Straight sword and shield tank. Never even tried a parry outside of the Undead Burg I was so bad. Bloodborne wasn't even an option for me (could have been the 22fps).

    So I finally picked up Sekiro expecting to get demolished, but figured I'd finally try it out. I put it off for so long because I was told it's all about the parry, and I was terrible at Dark Souls parry.

    But guess what? It's waaay easier. Just the game as a whole. Not in a "too easy" way. It's still Dark Souls hard, but the parry system is much more forgiving and I'm actually pretty good at it.

    The moral of this long post is; if you sucked at the parry in Dark Souls and are staying away from Sekiro because of it. Don't. It's awesome, and is completely different.    … Expand
  40. Mirukahia0207
    May 14, 2021
    10
    PROS:
    - Story / Samurai / Shinobi folclore
    - Stealth is not boring
    - Better dynamic combat than other Souls
    - Fast , agressive combat
    - Bosses
    - Enviroment / Landscapes / Map transitions
    - Weapons / Sub-weapons / skills
    - Combos
    - Deflection / Parry system that works and feels damn good
    - Choices matter

    CONS:
    - The Headless
    - The headless
    - The headless
    - The headless
  41. DrStrangelove1
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Don't buy it. It's so good that it has ruined other games for me. Now, any other game feels like garbage in comparison.
  42. Chulepa7
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Understandable story, really good gameplay, actually interesting characters, no ***king spooky giant skeletons in pitch-dark caves. Solid 10/10, hoping for a sequel some day.
  43. Evisicrator13
    May 14, 2021
    10
    After finally beating Sekiro I only feel one emotion, satisfaction. Satisfaction that I pushed through the odds and got "gud." This game isn't like a Souls game, in fact its nothing like it. If people say Dark Souls is hard, then Sekiro is unbeatable. After beating Sekiro it really put into perspective how "easy" the souls games are. People take for granted how many tools and assist's youAfter finally beating Sekiro I only feel one emotion, satisfaction. Satisfaction that I pushed through the odds and got "gud." This game isn't like a Souls game, in fact its nothing like it. If people say Dark Souls is hard, then Sekiro is unbeatable. After beating Sekiro it really put into perspective how "easy" the souls games are. People take for granted how many tools and assist's you get throughout the souls games, magic for being able to cheese bosses, buffs to speed up kills, leveling stats to close the gap, summoning help from other players. All of these tools to help you beat any obstacle thrown at you and people still call those games hard, I was one of them, but after beating Sekiro that has all changed.

    Sekiro rips away all of those tools to help you succeed and leaves you with only one thing, raw skill. The only way to beat Sekiro is to familiarize yourself with the mechanics and master them. No summons to help you fight the boss, no magic to cheese from far away, just your raw skill and determination. This game will push you to the limit, it will break you over and over again until you either push past your limits, or crumble from defeat. This game will make you relearn all over again how to play, in all honesty you'd be better off playing this game before any other souls games.

    If you're like me and so many others that have put hundreds of hours into the souls series then you will have an especially hard time with this game. All of those hours perfecting the mechanics and getting in the play-style of playing defensively, staying back and waiting will completely and utterly ruin you with this game. This game will force you to forget all of your previous knowledge and relearn everything. If you don't master the art of deflecting, counterattacking, and taking advantage of enemies you will not be able to finish this game. But once you do master those arts, oh my lord is it satisfying. Finally hitting that moment where you perfectly deflect a bosses entire chain and get the deathblow is one of the most satisfying things I have ever done in a video game. Getting to that point where you completely and utterly destroy a boss with perfect deflects and counterattacks will never cease to make me feel like a badass. This game is a master of making you feel like you are truly good at it, as well as making you feel like you are truly god awful at it. It will test your will, and if you pass, will make you feel like you can take on anything.

    It's hard, but try to not go into this game thinking its going to be another Dark Souls experience, because you will be sorely mistaken and frustrated. This is not Dark Souls, this is Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and if you don't come to terms with that then you will not enjoy this game. Great game over all though, and the combat is really satisfying, performance is good but not great, try it if you like being actually challenged and tested with all of your skill.    … Expand
  44. Despresso9
    May 14, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is the type of game that pushes you to your limits, you hate it, but then you realize you've been falling in love with it. It's one of the greatest experiences gaming has to offer, overcoming the impossible, not because of an XP system or leveling up, but because you grew up as a shinobi, your skills got better, you started getting the hang of the game, you became the shinobi.

    +    Sekiro is the type of game that pushes you to your limits, you hate it, but then you realize you've been falling in love with it. It's one of the greatest experiences gaming has to offer, overcoming the impossible, not because of an XP system or leveling up, but because you grew up as a shinobi, your skills got better, you started getting the hang of the game, you became the shinobi.

    + Awesome OST
    + Top tier gameplay
    + Shinobi boy
    + Difficult
    + Japanese lore, and setting, LOVE IT!
    + Long, but not long enough to fill the void that IT will create :(

    - The monk is using hax I swear
    - You won't find a game quite like it, so the hollow feeling will last. Forever.
    - not long enough to fill the void of finishing it :(

    10/10 a Masterpiece    … Expand
  45. Equalizenear98
    May 17, 2021
    10
    10/10. if you are a hardcore dark souls fan you are going to love it. Amazing combat.
  46. Superbolonio
    May 20, 2021
    10
    El juego más difícil de From, con probablemente el gameplay más pulido e impresionante que han hecho y una ambientación y combates espectaculares. Mis únicas pegas son su historia, que no es tan buena como las de los Soulsborne, y la poca rejugabilidad. Si te gustaron las anteriores obras está también lo hará.
  47. Opposite-noob
    May 31, 2021
    10
    No entiendo que haces aqui porque deberias estar jugando sekiro!!!
    Es simplemente el mejor juego que he jugado
    Si al principio del juego no entiendes nada como por ejemplo: Quienes son los personajes Que es lo que tienes que hacer La historia. Si bien al principio no entiendes nada es ese sentimiento de conocimiento y logro gradual el que te hace sentir INCREIBLE!!! SI NO LO TIENES    No entiendo que haces aqui porque deberias estar jugando sekiro!!!
    Es simplemente el mejor juego que he jugado
    Si al principio del juego no entiendes nada como por ejemplo:
    Quienes son los personajes
    Que es lo que tienes que hacer
    La historia.
    Si bien al principio no entiendes nada es ese sentimiento de conocimiento y logro gradual el que te hace sentir INCREIBLE!!!
    SI NO LO TIENES NO DUDES EN COMPRARLO!!!
    AL PRINCIPIO NO ENTENDERAS NADA PERO NO TE ABRUMES POR QUE POCO A POCO TE DARAS CUENTA DE TODO, ES UNA OBRA MAESTRA!!!!!    … Expand
  48. The4headgenius
    May 31, 2021
    10
    Amazing game. very challenging and rewarding when you overcome the challenge.
  49. Manz_kingz6
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    Best FROM game in terms of pure gameplay. Doesn't have a lot of replayability but its pure action throughout.
  50. Loiii2
    Jun 13, 2021
    10
    The best and most difficult game I ever played. Amazingly difficult which is what i like.
  51. Razee1
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is not a Souls game. This can't be stressed enough. Attempt to i-frame dodge through the game and you will get your ass slapped all the way back to Lordran. While it borrows certain elements from Souls, like the checkpoint system or cryptic NPC questlines, it's pretty much its own beast. And what a beast it is.

    It's one of those good news, bad news situations. Good news: the days    Sekiro is not a Souls game. This can't be stressed enough. Attempt to i-frame dodge through the game and you will get your ass slapped all the way back to Lordran. While it borrows certain elements from Souls, like the checkpoint system or cryptic NPC questlines, it's pretty much its own beast. And what a beast it is.

    It's one of those good news, bad news situations. Good news: the days when you needed to keep an eye on your stamina for every attack, block or dodge are over. Bad news: that doesn't mean the game is any less challenging. Quite the opposite, actually. Wolfie goes down in two hits tops, and at all times he's either heavily outnumbered or he gets crushed in the health bar measuring contest. And the absence of stats, gear and online co-op means there are no shortcuts. You won't be able to overlevel, no Solaire will come to your aid. It's either nut up or shut up.

    Luckily, there are ways to put you at a lesser disadvantage. Sekiro features a rudimentary stealth system and enough freedom to thin out your enemies' ranks one by one. Most of the times you can clear entire areas just by being sneaky. Apparently, Sekiro started out as a Tenchu game and I totally believe it, considering how far stealth will get you. But eventually a direct confrontation will be unavoidable. And where Souls games required you to only land that one parry, Sekiro demands that you time your blocks near perfectly several times per exchange. Combat is fast, fluid and demanding enough to make you break a sweat.

    While the areas are open and generally well-designed, they are not exactly eyecandy. Souls games are known for their sinister beauty, but that is largely absent in Sekiro. Some areas look flat-out rough. Only rarely will you get the urge to stop and soak in the atmosphere. A missed opportunity, really. And while the environments leave room for exploration, the absence of cool gear makes it feel strangely unrewarding. Also, due to the nature of combat you will see the same instakill moves and finishers quite often. A bit of variety would have been nice.

    Like the player, Sekiro faces its own set of challenges. Developer From Software has been around for over three decades, but only since the release of Demon's Souls the studio has gained a larger recognition in the West. Ever since, most of their games have been Souls games either directly or in spirit. Being widely known as the developer of Souls games came with the issue that they were expected to make nothing but Souls games - a curse, if you will. Sekiro marks the first time in a while that a major From Software title branches out far enough to be called its own thing - and be accepted by a large audience. With that leap of faith out of the way, it'll be exciting to see what they will come up with next.    … Expand
  52. Mathew453
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    I was bored, and saw that this game won game of the year, so I bought it.

    After playing this game for two and a half hours, dying repeatedly to the game's first mini-boss, I contacted steam and demanded a refund for a game I simply couldn't play. ...but I couldn't get it out of my head. I got the game again for Christmas, and after finally killing that first mini-boss, I couldn't    I was bored, and saw that this game won game of the year, so I bought it.

    After playing this game for two and a half hours, dying repeatedly to the game's first mini-boss, I contacted steam and demanded a refund for a game I simply couldn't play.

    ...but I couldn't get it out of my head.

    I got the game again for Christmas, and after finally killing that first mini-boss, I couldn't get over how I felt. I kept going, perfecting the fighting style until I reached the game's first real boss. It knocked me down again. I fought that boss over and over again until the swordplay became a lethal kind of dance. I felt invincible. After the first boss, I went onto the next one, and the next, until I completed the game's first ending. Then I played it all again, exploring the abilities, fighting styles, and story arcs that I hadn't tried before. I reached the game's truly final boss and killed it in one try because the game had trained me to fight so well. It was by far the most rewarding experience any video game has ever given me. After over 150 hours, I earned every single achievement.

    From someone who refunded this game the first day they played it, from someone who would have never been remotely interested in Japanese culture otherwise, let me tell you that Sekiro is one of a kind. Not only is the combat an art-form in and of itself, but the story is moving and the characters compelling.

    If you buy Sekiro, don't get frustrated when you hit a wall. Don't look up cheese strategies or try to savescum the game. Get back up, watch a walkthrough or two if you really need to, and vault over that wall like a f***ing shinobi. You won't regret it.    … Expand
  53. Beeps3
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Sekiro has an extremely brutal design philosophy that defies conventional wisdom. When I heard people complaining about the difficulty of the game and how you apparently needed to "flawless" bosses/memorize movesets in order to beat them, I instinctively shrugged such complaints off. Similar statements were made about all of the previous games, and they were never true.
  54. Tominator10
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    I fought Genichiro and boom baby, there's that feeling I had back in the day playing DS1 for the first time, learning a boss, improving with every death, finally breezing through phase 1 only to repeat the process for phase 2 and so on. What an epic fight that was. Finally beat him and decided to put my excitement into a review. Love this game.
  55. Sergantsl1piner
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    I normally don't write reviews about games especially critically acclaimed games such as this one. Sekiro, however really deserved something to be said about it. I have never been a fan of the souls series but i respect what they done for gaming and the difficulty they presented so i expected to be frustrated while figuring out the initial learning curve. The first playthrough of this gameI normally don't write reviews about games especially critically acclaimed games such as this one. Sekiro, however really deserved something to be said about it. I have never been a fan of the souls series but i respect what they done for gaming and the difficulty they presented so i expected to be frustrated while figuring out the initial learning curve. The first playthrough of this game was one of the most challenging experiences I have ever had in gaming, but when I finally understood the game mechanics and practiced them i truly understood what a work of art it actually is. It reminded of actual fighting and how a split second opening can make or break a battle.… Expand
  56. Immunium720
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Every other action game seems kinda bad after playing this. Masterpiece of a game.
  57. Flound4er
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Playing through Sekiro for the first time was the greatest gaming experience of my life. Never has a game meant so much to me. Like all the Souls, this game is pure immersion--It speaks to you in every detail. And the difficulty drives you deep into the this immersive experience, where you find yourself gritting your teeth, riveted to the screen and fighting with all your might to justPlaying through Sekiro for the first time was the greatest gaming experience of my life. Never has a game meant so much to me. Like all the Souls, this game is pure immersion--It speaks to you in every detail. And the difficulty drives you deep into the this immersive experience, where you find yourself gritting your teeth, riveted to the screen and fighting with all your might to just stay in it a little longer. To deflect and to dodge and to land just one more hit! Time and again, Sekiro had me falling out of my chair, stunned with the realization of what I must do... Twice! The resurrection mechanic just further enriches the experience, forcing you to become the ultimate shinobi master and and not only beat a boss, but completely to annihilate it... or at the very least to just barely out-live it, surviving and succeeding by the tiniest of margins. What a game! As a Souls fan (both dark souls and various other souls-like games), this game is just a treasure. It excels in areas Dark Souls cannot. Being provided with only one main weapon means makes for a finely tuned PVE combat experience that is much more immersive than the other Souls games... and you don't have any choice about it! You are forced to master these new mechanics, and quickly find yourself grappling around, sprinting, dodging, deflecting, and then destroying enemies and bosses that will leave your breathless with their magnificence. I could say more, but I don't want to spoil it for anyone. I implore you to not watch any videos of anyone else playing this game. No streams, no youtube, no reading about it. Just play the game. You just stumbled upon the greatest 1-player game of all time. Immerse yourself in it. Enjoy the experience.… Expand
  58. Afrodizactz2
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    I've never played Dark Souls so I have nothing to compare Sekiro to, It was hard to understand the mechanics at first but once I got the rhythm and patterns of bosses, it was actually really REALLY fun. It was quite the challenge for me, I'm not gonna lie but it felt amazing beating the game for the first time; I achieved nothing in life, but I'm proud of myself xD.
  59. Coldrolnal7
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    As someone that has poured many, many hours into the previous FromSoft titles, dying repeatedly until I was able to either get lucky or I was able to "git gud", I can say without a shadow of a doubt that this is the only real thing Sekiro has in common with those games. You will die. A lot. Way more than twice. Just..a lot. This is not a Soulsborne game. You are not some powerful knightAs someone that has poured many, many hours into the previous FromSoft titles, dying repeatedly until I was able to either get lucky or I was able to "git gud", I can say without a shadow of a doubt that this is the only real thing Sekiro has in common with those games. You will die. A lot. Way more than twice. Just..a lot. This is not a Soulsborne game. You are not some powerful knight capable of face-tanking every entity you come across. You are a ninja. The game will remind you constantly of this fact. You are free to play as dirty as you know the enemies will. Poison them, set them on fire, stab them in the butt when they are not looking and then Spider-Man away. Who cares! Just kill them before they kill you. If there is anything to take away from my rambling, it is simply this. You are shinobi. You are not a samurai or knight. So don't expect to play as one and you and this game will get along well! But you are gonna die way more than twice. The game is a gat dang liar.… Expand
  60. Bukikha9
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    This is a game about fighting through a supernaturally tinged recreation of 16th-century Japan as a deathless assassin with a sharp blade and a weaponized prosthetic arm, but there are plenty of moments when the sword is sheathed and the game shows a quiet cinematic discipline.
    + The visuals. Really immersive and well detailed, the artistic direction is gorgeous
    + The combat is extremely    This is a game about fighting through a supernaturally tinged recreation of 16th-century Japan as a deathless assassin with a sharp blade and a weaponized prosthetic arm, but there are plenty of moments when the sword is sheathed and the game shows a quiet cinematic discipline.
    + The visuals. Really immersive and well detailed, the artistic direction is gorgeous
    + The combat is extremely satisfying and fair
    + Graphics are really beautiful.
    + Customizable controls
    + Good character personalization with skills and prosthesis tree
    + Soundtrack is delicious
    + High learning curve
    + Good environment    … Expand
  61. TheAutist62
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    When you thought Sekiro would not be too hard because you finished:

    Demon's Souls
    Dark Souls 1
    Dark Souls 2
    Dark Souls 3
    Bloodborne

    Think again. It's quite challenging, and the gameplay feels different and refreshing.
  62. Lexnextdex21
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    One of the best games i've played so far. As a fan of soulsborne series i must say i love this game! It's without a doubt both easier and harder in different aspects than the previous souls games. The general enemies are easier than they have ever been because you can stealth kill everybody in the level if you choose to but then the mini bosses and actual bosses come along... They aren'tOne of the best games i've played so far. As a fan of soulsborne series i must say i love this game! It's without a doubt both easier and harder in different aspects than the previous souls games. The general enemies are easier than they have ever been because you can stealth kill everybody in the level if you choose to but then the mini bosses and actual bosses come along... They aren't the most difficult bosses but they are very challenging and there are very few options to power up and brute force your way through a boss. You can farm xp and money to buy new skills and other things but you can't raise your base stats. If you aren't sure of yourself or willing to improve you could hit a brick wall after a few hours and give up. Combat is very responsive and nearly all the problems like phantom hits, delayed actions after button presses, and unresponsive controls from the souls series have been fixed. On my 1650 at 1080p I get a solid 60fps on a mixture of max and high settings so the game runs well also much better than previous Fromsoft games.The soundtrack beautifully complimented each area and encounter. It's one of the most impactful and memorable scores from their library I have played. I'm an explorer and love finding secrets. Trust me, there are tons of those as you progress and you're rewarded for going off the beaten path. So the game will most likely satisfy you about that. I also don't recommend using any guides on your first playthrough and experiencing everything first hand. Try not to get too angry when you sit back and enjoy ancient castles, bamboo forests, acid swamps, mountain side temples, forsaken villages, and more in this journey you're about to take. Also keep in mind that you will die a lot more than twice.… Expand
  63. Cezar_Augusto3
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    The closest to an actual sword fight a game can feel. Epic samurai game 10/10
  64. Deadpirate66
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Fromsoft's loveletter to Dex builds. "Fall seven times and stand up eight."
    -Japanese proverb.
  65. Ametyoo811
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    When I was a child. One day I went to the video game store to buy Metroid 2.
    And then the sales lady told me "It may be too difficult for you."
    But I said "It's ok! I want this!" Some months later. After having finished the game, I went to the video game store to tell that to the lady. But I found the store gone. Sekiro reminded me of the story and the days I wasn't afraid of challenges.
  66. Slimreaper36
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Best game I've ever played since Dark Souls. Highly recommended. Its a tough but extremely rewarding game just like any other game made by Hidetaka Miyazaki. The fluid animation, the rock solid combat mechanics, all the varied enemies, bosses and excellent true-to-live 16th century Sengoku period Japan level design....everything about this game is just amazing and an absolute blast toBest game I've ever played since Dark Souls. Highly recommended. Its a tough but extremely rewarding game just like any other game made by Hidetaka Miyazaki. The fluid animation, the rock solid combat mechanics, all the varied enemies, bosses and excellent true-to-live 16th century Sengoku period Japan level design....everything about this game is just amazing and an absolute blast to play. Highly recommended.… Expand
  67. Halo2jackal
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    If you thought Bloodborne was fast-paced, well do I have a product for you, my friend.
  68. Ilmyyr74
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Best rhythm game 2019. Its like dance dance revolution but with swords really dank.
  69. Delta98
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Having just got the final achievement at NG+4 I have to say it is one of the best games I have played. Being the huge Soulsborne fan I am this was a really refreshing take to the already polished From Software formula.The game takes place during the Sengoku era of Japanese history in the land of Ashina. You play as shinobi Wolf tied up in a battle over the powers of immortality whilstHaving just got the final achievement at NG+4 I have to say it is one of the best games I have played. Being the huge Soulsborne fan I am this was a really refreshing take to the already polished From Software formula.The game takes place during the Sengoku era of Japanese history in the land of Ashina. You play as shinobi Wolf tied up in a battle over the powers of immortality whilst seeking revenge on the samurai clan who attacked you and kidnapped your lord. In comparison to previous From Software titles, the gameplay is very fast paced with a much higher focus on skill rather than stats. The game strips you of your ability to customize stats, choose between weapons and vary your build and instead creates a much more focused and well polished experience where all elements of gameplay feel much more thought out and planned; the game does not suffer the issue of "too many weapons" and instead allows you to vary your play only a bit in terms of combat arts.
    It is not for everyone. It is a very difficult beast to master and takes a lot of patience and practice. However this all pays off as the experience becomes much more rewarding when you finally master that boss you have been stuck at for hours and instead of just beating him with great stats or luck, you realize that you have learned the boss and become better at the game. This invokes a true feeling of progression and reward that just leveling cannot give. To conclude, the game is not for everyone. If you are looking for a challenging but fair experience that actually takes effort and skill to beat and not just tedious grinding, this might be the game for you. For fans of the Soulsborne series I highly recommend the game, however know that your previous experience will work against you in the start; you will have to re-adapt to this new and amazing experience.    … Expand
  70. Kudahl65583
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    One of the finest pieces of games of all times what masterclass wow such wow.
  71. Gfalexis39
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    I got stuck on Lady Butterfly and just gave up. But now, after playing it on the PC, this game totally deserves GOTY. The combat system is incredibly fluid and getting better at dodging and deflecting is the most important skill in the game. I used to hate this game but now I love it. 10/10 would get ground pounded by the Demon of Hatred again.
  72. Fitcheroo18
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    I finally beat Sekiro. Just under 60 hours, and 5 hours alone spent on the final boss and it's honestly one of the best experiences with a game I've ever had.
  73. Dishonest1489
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    It feels like a FROM Software game within the first 20 minutes. Juicy flask to heal your git gud boo boos. Quick, rhythmic patterned play and reactions. A world a bit less dark but just as gritty. Has the feel of Samurai Bloodborne with faster combat. Echoes of Nioh with smoother mechanics and less punishing game play. Rhythm and technique versus cheap punishment. Im enjoying it, optionsIt feels like a FROM Software game within the first 20 minutes. Juicy flask to heal your git gud boo boos. Quick, rhythmic patterned play and reactions. A world a bit less dark but just as gritty. Has the feel of Samurai Bloodborne with faster combat. Echoes of Nioh with smoother mechanics and less punishing game play. Rhythm and technique versus cheap punishment. Im enjoying it, options for problem solving are great -- stealth? Distraction? Death blow from above? Almost reminds me a little of Arkham Asylum / City with the flow of combat, technique, and ability to creep along rooftops.… Expand
  74. Ollyz7
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    A challenging yet highly rewarding stealth/action game with phenomenal combat and surprising re-playability.
  75. Enti-dades555
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Como fanático del trabajo de FromSoftware desde hace mucho tiempo, disfruté mucho este juego y lo consideraría una obra maestra absoluta, que bien vale la pena el precio.
  76. Neorg80
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    In short, it's a stealth game made by FromSoft, and as a fan of both stealth and FromSoft, this is quite literally my wet dream. Possibly dethroning Souls games from my list of favourites. Game's that good, man.
  77. Emperorfart8
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    It's a brutal and unforgiving adventure but it's incredibly rewarding as you learn and master the different enemies you face. The gameplay is as great as ever and the combined narrative and world-building makes for an incredibly memorable experience.
  78. Darkshatter84
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Easy gameplay in friendly Japan. Honestly one of the best games i've ever played in my life.
  79. Simpledimp12400
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    One of the best action games of all time, and well deserving of the GOTY award.
  80. Malenkiy2778
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Бои не похожи ни на что, что я испытал до этой игры. То, как вы отклоняетесь и уклоняетесь от атак, а также плавно переходите между атакой и защитой, просто чертовски гладко. Система навыков и протезы также позволяют смешивать бой.Бои не похожи ни на что, что я испытал до этой игры. То, как вы отклоняетесь и уклоняетесь от атак, а также плавно переходите между атакой и защитой, просто чертовски гладко. Система навыков и протезы также позволяют смешивать бой.
  81. HulkHogan6
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Leaked audio from inside FromSoftware:

    "Dangit, players aren't parrying enough in the Dark Souls games! They're all just spamming magic or rolling around!"

    "What if we made a game that was all parrying?"

    "Johnson, you're a genius."

    *Sounds of truckloads of money crashing through the walls of FromSoftware HQ*
  82. Gurgli1ng
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    Imagine Dark Souls but the speed is doubled and your roll is now a version of the Bloodborne dodge. No builds, only you, your sword, your skills, prosthetics, ninjutsu and the deflect button. It's hard, this game will you up. But the challenge is fair. Japan as a setting isn't as in depth as Dark Souls or as evocative as Bloodborne, but there's a unique charm to Sengoku Era Japan that FromImagine Dark Souls but the speed is doubled and your roll is now a version of the Bloodborne dodge. No builds, only you, your sword, your skills, prosthetics, ninjutsu and the deflect button. It's hard, this game will you up. But the challenge is fair. Japan as a setting isn't as in depth as Dark Souls or as evocative as Bloodborne, but there's a unique charm to Sengoku Era Japan that From Soft know how to handle, probably because they're Japanese. It's good. Get it. Don't hesitate on the buy button.… Expand
  83. Joey1232
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    An absolute masterpiece of game design and storytelling , it takes all of the annoying things from the souls born series and throw them aside like they never happened , if that is the same quality I am going to expect from elden ring then it would be 2022 goty for sure
  84. T12oad
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    It's just one of them games where you can kick-back, relax, not worry about stressful enemy types or annoying boss battles. Everything will want to kill you, but because you're an awesome Shinobi, they'll die with one fatal blow.
  85. Tetstr23
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    It's frustrating, but finally finishing the final boss gave me a real sense of satisfaction.
    I thought I was bad at video games, but this game really did make me feel like I've really honed and improved my skills.Thank you, Sekiro. You're a very vital piece of helping me realize that I am capable of growth.
  86. Creepypasta9910
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    One of the best games I have played in the last 10 years. You can do it. Beast game.
  87. Amerlamps13
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    This game really deserved the Game of the Year 2019 award. This game is a masterpiece.
  88. Maxter71
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    Died twenty times to a chicken wow. I think I’m pretty good at this game :)
  89. Dellema1
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sekiro: You'll die more than twice. Amazing game. Killing that giant ape was epic.… Expand
  90. Kenchishab8
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    It's all awesome. The fighting somehow suits me much better than earlier soulslike. I'm a shinobi god! It feels good. The parrying makes all the difference, and I like not having to agonize over whether I use the right items on the right armour. Not all souls-fans will agree, and that's ok. For me, this is the ultimate game.
  91. Skeany_0
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    Sekiro challenges your patience, reflexes, and muscle memory. Once you overcome the hurdle that is relearning how to approach FromSoft's games, this game gets easier. It's no small task though, as I got pummeled until forcing myself to play this for what it is. A fast paced action game with unequaled and unforgiving satisfaction derived from combat.
  92. Rotura47
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    Uno de mis aspectos favoritos de los juegos de FromSoft es la satisfacción que recibes al derrotar a un jefe que ha demostrado ser difícil. Podría llevar horas, días o en su primer intento. La sensación no tiene parangón en los juegos. Ese sentimiento se amplifica en Sekiro, para jefes, mini jefes o simplemente un montón de mobs. La muerte es más fácil esta vez, te cortan en segundos. PeroUno de mis aspectos favoritos de los juegos de FromSoft es la satisfacción que recibes al derrotar a un jefe que ha demostrado ser difícil. Podría llevar horas, días o en su primer intento. La sensación no tiene parangón en los juegos. Ese sentimiento se amplifica en Sekiro, para jefes, mini jefes o simplemente un montón de mobs. La muerte es más fácil esta vez, te cortan en segundos. Pero también puedes matar en segundos. La recompensa del riesgo está por las nubes y sientes la gratificación de cada encuentro.… Expand
  93. Bronze5Hands
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    From Software captivated me again, they gave me a game that was a true adventure. Adventures are not supposed to be easy they're supposed to be long, captivating, mysterious, magical, and challenging. While I did start off with a rough time on one of the first bosses something just clicked with me that instantly hooked me, I understood the game and that's all it takes to fall in love withFrom Software captivated me again, they gave me a game that was a true adventure. Adventures are not supposed to be easy they're supposed to be long, captivating, mysterious, magical, and challenging. While I did start off with a rough time on one of the first bosses something just clicked with me that instantly hooked me, I understood the game and that's all it takes to fall in love with it. This game is an absolute joy to play, and it's an experience from start to finish, while it's a Niche genre I do believe this game is a masterwork and an example to other game developers. Do yourself a favor, if you like a good challenge, a great story, fantastic satisfying gameplay, and amazing scenery purchase Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. You won't regret it.… Expand
  94. Hmantian999
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    Overall, great game. Highly recommended if you are looking for a good challenge.
  95. Austicsaviant69
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    + The art-style fits the Sengoku Japan setting of the game pretty well.
    + Similar to From's previous games, there are checkpoints you have to search for.
    + Combat is pretty fun once you understand how it works. (There is a certain boss who will force you to understand how combat works. This boss is ) + Multiple endings. + Stealth in this game is fun as opposed to the boring stuff you    + The art-style fits the Sengoku Japan setting of the game pretty well.
    + Similar to From's previous games, there are checkpoints you have to search for.
    + Combat is pretty fun once you understand how it works. (There is a certain boss who will force you to understand how combat works. This boss is )
    + Multiple endings.
    + Stealth in this game is fun as opposed to the boring stuff you see in other games.
    + Fun boss fights.
    + The game rewards you for exploration.
    + Japanese voice acting in this game is top-notch.
    + Lots of varied areas and enemies. You will fight humans, monkeys, monsters and more monkeys. Lots and lots of monkeys.

    +- The game is very fast-paced. This is alright once you get used to it but might feel too hard while playing the game for the first few hours.
    +- Some soundtracks were fun to listen to. Some were "ok".

    - While I like challenging games, this game felt too punishing. Getting hit two to four times while fighting bosses means you are dead. Moreover, some attacks are fast and will one-shot you which is something I haven't encountered in From's previous games. One-shots have always been clearly telegraphed in their previous games (remember Lorian's beam in DS3?) but for some reason they did not follow the same rule in this game.
    - It can take a long time trying to beat some bosses/mini bosses only for you to get killed for getting hit twice. Meh.
    - Headless.    … Expand
  96. Markai6736
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    I feel like this game was made specifically for me, each battle is just an exchange of clashes until one is victorious, each fight has its amazing rhythm to it and this game is forces you to learn how to deflect, how to parry, it has a steep learning curve, but once you master it, you feel like a real badass. This game makes you feel like the ultimate beast when everything clicks, I canI feel like this game was made specifically for me, each battle is just an exchange of clashes until one is victorious, each fight has its amazing rhythm to it and this game is forces you to learn how to deflect, how to parry, it has a steep learning curve, but once you master it, you feel like a real badass. This game makes you feel like the ultimate beast when everything clicks, I can play over and over again and never get bored,I've beat it like 50-60 times already, did several speedruns, challange runs, boss rushes, beating the game without dying, FromSoftware is truly the GOAT developers, can't wait to see what they do with Elden Ring.… Expand
  97. TechForcer485
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is like Guardians of the Galaxy. You have to dance to defeat your enemies. If you dance better than your enemy then you will win. On more serious note here are things I like about this game.
    Pros
    - Better than Dark Souls (I played every Dark Souls game) - Harder than Dark Souls. This game is more about timing your attacks. - Best sword combat I have ever seen in a game -    Sekiro is like Guardians of the Galaxy. You have to dance to defeat your enemies. If you dance better than your enemy then you will win. On more serious note here are things I like about this game.
    Pros
    - Better than Dark Souls (I played every Dark Souls game)
    - Harder than Dark Souls. This game is more about timing your attacks.
    - Best sword combat I have ever seen in a game
    - Atmospheric. They nailed the feudal Japan feel.
    - Nice soundtrack
    - Highly replayable. There are 4 endings. Some endings will make you fight new bosses.
    - Great boss fights
    - Very polished and optimized
    Cons
    - You are not dancing right if you think there is any.

    11/10 Would dance again.    … Expand
  98. Jawstrong16
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    I hated this game when I first started it. It was my very first From Software game, and I was not at all prepared for the steep difficulty curve. I only got it because one of my best friends kept recommending it to me, and although I had heard that it was hard, I had no idea how brutal it actually was. Still, I kept at it, and the moment the combat clicked, I instantly saw it in anI hated this game when I first started it. It was my very first From Software game, and I was not at all prepared for the steep difficulty curve. I only got it because one of my best friends kept recommending it to me, and although I had heard that it was hard, I had no idea how brutal it actually was. Still, I kept at it, and the moment the combat clicked, I instantly saw it in an entirely new light. The combat is fast-paced and exhilarating, and every death is just another lesson. In order to build you up into a Shinobi killing machine, Sekiro first has to break you down repeatedly. And the game scales the difficulty as you go, making sure that there's always a new challenge to throw yourself at. The graphics are absolutely beautiful, and the story is also rich and compelling. Sekrio: Shadows Die Twice is a masterpiece worthy of recognition, and anyone who is up to the challenge should play it.… Expand
  99. Carcino700
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    FromSoft and Miyazaki showing the world how to make games. Best stealth action game ever!
  100. Zorao95
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    What an amazing game. It's difficult at the start but once you grasp the combat in this game you will be able to defeat the bosses.
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2019
5
#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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