Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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  1. Whitewolfx99
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    One of the Best game this year! If you like Tenchu and Dark souls this is a perfect game for you!! Punishing gameplay as expected from Fromsoft. Definitely not for casual gamers out there.
  2. faull
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    Jogo do ano! Ação e combates excelentes com uma jogabilidade fluida. Ninja Gaiden, Tenchu e Soulsborne, combinação perfeita!
  3. VasuBangera
    Apr 25, 2019
    10
    From Soft have done it again, with new IP they have brought in new take on the souls like. Sekiro is very different from souls like game. First time, the game has story which every one can understand. The combat is completely different from other games, the enemy health bar is smaller but the posture bar is bigger and in your face to tell you that its the most important feature of combat.From Soft have done it again, with new IP they have brought in new take on the souls like. Sekiro is very different from souls like game. First time, the game has story which every one can understand. The combat is completely different from other games, the enemy health bar is smaller but the posture bar is bigger and in your face to tell you that its the most important feature of combat. There is a single weapon in game. There are now skills passive and active which you unlock via skill points. You earn skill points only by killing enemies and bosses. If you die, you loose half of XP earned. There is also currency now from which you can buy items. There is no other weapon but the prosthetic arm does the role of secondary weapon. There are different types and which can also be upgraded by collecting crafting materials. The bosses are all human level except for few bigger ones. Overall the game is not for everyone, if you can parry then this game is easy else its makes boss fight tough since you need to learn boss moves and see for a opening. Definitely this game is 10 of 10.… Expand
  4. Tastet55
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Second favorite game in this genre behind bloodborne. Nearly perfect!!! Challenging combat, excellent level design.… Expand
  5. amralchalati
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    Great game and I enjoyed playing it! The environments and characters design is well done and the clashing swords combat is what makes the game enjoyable. It got the game of the year and it deserve it.

    Personal note: I wish it was a bit easier.
  6. redeyedwerewolf
    May 31, 2019
    10
    Another Fromsoftware masterpiece.This game is a breath of fresh air but still has the souls formula in terms of difficulty and progression.This game can not be placed in the soulsborne genre due to many differences in gameplay,the combat in sekiro is one of the best i seen and is soo fun, it may be more complex than the past fromsoft games but it is soo beautiful and addictive.DeflectingAnother Fromsoftware masterpiece.This game is a breath of fresh air but still has the souls formula in terms of difficulty and progression.This game can not be placed in the soulsborne genre due to many differences in gameplay,the combat in sekiro is one of the best i seen and is soo fun, it may be more complex than the past fromsoft games but it is soo beautiful and addictive.Deflecting attacks and responding to different "Perilous Attacks" never gets old.Note that this game (like most fromsoftware games) is pretty difficult,but never to the point where it is unfair in my opinion.This game is probably my favorite fromsoftware game to date.

    I just wished that there was more boss variaty because most bosses are reskins or you fought them before.Nevertheless, this is a great game for TRUE FROMSOFTWARE FANS!    … Expand
  7. SliceNDiceXD
    Mar 23, 2019
    10
    My expectations were high, and Sekiro managed to exceed them. FromSoftware, once again, delivers the best level design in video games. However, this time around they have included a combat engine with a greater degree of dynamism, allowing for intense skirmishes based on parrying, deflecting, and good 'ol maneuvering. Honestly, combat is the best a FromSoftware game has ever been. ItMy expectations were high, and Sekiro managed to exceed them. FromSoftware, once again, delivers the best level design in video games. However, this time around they have included a combat engine with a greater degree of dynamism, allowing for intense skirmishes based on parrying, deflecting, and good 'ol maneuvering. Honestly, combat is the best a FromSoftware game has ever been. It stands among the best in the entire art form. The world is rich and beautiful and well realized. The leveling system has been dramatically simplified, but in its place is a fantastic system for developing, and upgrading, your shinobi prosthetic (which essentially acts as a sub-weapon). The traversal in this game is shockingly satisfying. I was not expecting that. I figured we would get something along the line of the grappling hook in the Arkham games (which I always found a little cumbersome), but instead the grappling hook feels fast and fluid. The traversal in this game feels like it mixes the best elements of the traditional Souls level design/progression, with BotW's emphasis on verticality and freedom. The balance it strikes is extremely satisfying, providing an end result that makes the traversal feel incredible, but without undermining the tight level design. Sekiro is a marvel. It is going to be brought down by the barrier of entry (which forces people to play Sekiro in a thoughtful manner), as frustrated gamers are bound to lash out, but don't pay them any mind. Sekiro is one of the best games ever made. Quite possibly the best game of this generation.… Expand
  8. RichiK
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Умопомрачительный геймплей и замечательная история. Игра проходится на одном дыхании. From Software, низкий поклон ❤️
  9. yusufklks
    Aug 4, 2019
    10
    92

    Hikâyenin düzgün anlatılmaması haricinde bol boss savaşı, vuruş hissiyatı, keşif, boss savaslarından sonra yaşadığımız tatmin hissiyati, oynanış çeşitliliği gibi ögeler Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice'ı harika bir oyun yapıyor.
  10. FabNasty
    Apr 6, 2019
    10
    If the game is hard, git gud. Stop crying about it in your review that you gave a zero because, once again, you should probably just git gud. Do people really complain about how many GB's the game file is....c'mon dude git gud. Are people ACTUALLY saying this game ripped off Nioh??? Nioh OBVIOUSLY copied FromSoftware's games that's why it was a good game, so get it straight, oh and gitIf the game is hard, git gud. Stop crying about it in your review that you gave a zero because, once again, you should probably just git gud. Do people really complain about how many GB's the game file is....c'mon dude git gud. Are people ACTUALLY saying this game ripped off Nioh??? Nioh OBVIOUSLY copied FromSoftware's games that's why it was a good game, so get it straight, oh and git gud. In closing, stop crying, git gud and have a lovely day.
    P.S. Slant Magazine is absolut trash. Their game reviews are click-bait and their reviewers need to git gud.
    P.S.S. To all the "soulbourne veterans" who had the audacity to complain about difficulty in a FromSoftware game, you frauds need to go down to the store and pick up a big bottle of maximum strength GitGud.    … Expand
  11. Alejangrido50
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    este juego PARA MI. es una obra maestra. por eso miyazaki gano el goty con este juego,este juego tiene muchas de las mejores batallas con jefes de todos los juego de from software, dificultad, set de movimientos, complejo y gran gameplay, adictivo, todas las herramientas shinobi sirven para cualquier situacion. es realmente increible.
  12. Richard_abc
    Apr 1, 2019
    10
    Sekiro is so far the best game from FromSoftware in terms of the combat system, art design, and overall atmosphere. Some players would probably have a harsh time to get used to ist new combat system, but once you get it right, the satisfaction is beyond words. Plus, this is almost the only game you can find which successfully created a Japanese chambara (or Chinese swordman) sort of world,Sekiro is so far the best game from FromSoftware in terms of the combat system, art design, and overall atmosphere. Some players would probably have a harsh time to get used to ist new combat system, but once you get it right, the satisfaction is beyond words. Plus, this is almost the only game you can find which successfully created a Japanese chambara (or Chinese swordman) sort of world, so if you are a fan of chambara (or Chinese swordman) film, this is the right one for you.… Expand
  13. Grahl1
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    What can I say... From Software did it again. Distancing themselves miles away from all other devs, creating another masterpiece that is absolutely unparalleled in everything, be it graphics, story, immersion, and specially (man, specially) that gameplay. No games ever made are as challenging and as rewarding to PLAY (not just watch). I mean, the combat is just perfect. Even more complexWhat can I say... From Software did it again. Distancing themselves miles away from all other devs, creating another masterpiece that is absolutely unparalleled in everything, be it graphics, story, immersion, and specially (man, specially) that gameplay. No games ever made are as challenging and as rewarding to PLAY (not just watch). I mean, the combat is just perfect. Even more complex and rewardng than in the other souls games. And there's no artificial difficulty - this is not freaking Nioh, where everything one shots you. There are no one-shots, yet the skill cap is nearly limitless, unlike Souls games where after a while you realize you just gotta dodge and attack once, dodge and attack once.

    In short, absolute masterpiece, would call it the best game ever if it wasn't for me preferring Western medieval settings (maybe it's in my blood).    … Expand
  14. randomPlayer42
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    I played every soulsborne game from ds1 onward and this is the best next to Bloodborne in my opinion. It's really fast pace and doesn't allow you to roll through attacks anymore as much as its predecessors did, but instead forces you to get good at the game. I died about 20 times to the first boss(ogre) and was about to get angry, but then realized you really have to change your playstyleI played every soulsborne game from ds1 onward and this is the best next to Bloodborne in my opinion. It's really fast pace and doesn't allow you to roll through attacks anymore as much as its predecessors did, but instead forces you to get good at the game. I died about 20 times to the first boss(ogre) and was about to get angry, but then realized you really have to change your playstyle (which is a good thing as its not dark souls anymore). Furthermore the graphics are great for this kind of game and the scenery is breathtaking at times. If you're a fan of difficult games, that reward you for good reflexes and observation go for it. It has to be said tho, for this kind of game don't be ashamed to look up guides if you struggles some enemies are a bit tricky. My complaint is, that you can't customize your charakter as much, I'd like to at least see some cosmetic la changes or new blades.… Expand
  15. Stixc
    Mar 28, 2019
    10
    Потрясающая боевка, отличный геймдизайн, проработанный мир игры, невероятный хардкор-все это про sekiro:shadows die twice. Игра настолько хардкорная, что я после прохождения бб и 3 дс-ов, страдаю от анальной порки от каждого бомжа, а про боссов я вообще молчу, на первого встречного мне босса (леди бабочка), я потратил 4 часа, я восторге, секира-божественна !Потрясающая боевка, отличный геймдизайн, проработанный мир игры, невероятный хардкор-все это про sekiro:shadows die twice. Игра настолько хардкорная, что я после прохождения бб и 3 дс-ов, страдаю от анальной порки от каждого бомжа, а про боссов я вообще молчу, на первого встречного мне босса (леди бабочка), я потратил 4 часа, я восторге, секира-божественна !
  16. Kunray
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    Where have I been? I was sad they had no plans for another Dark Souls, but this is pretty much another spiritual sequel that look pretty cool
    The way i see it. This game can go far and the way you play... ok 
  17. JayCoconuts
    May 3, 2019
    10
    Great game! If you're thinking of trying this game, expect the game to be difficult.. This game will test you, and will keep testing you.
  18. BrightAbyss
    Mar 30, 2019
    10
    I just want to start off this review by saying that Sekiro may be the hardest game I have ever played, and I love it. I've played all the Soul's games including Bloodborne and have never struggled quite as much as I have with Sekiro. The bosses are very tough and unique, and the games overall story is actually quite compelling and I'm excited to see how it continues to progress (I'm aboutI just want to start off this review by saying that Sekiro may be the hardest game I have ever played, and I love it. I've played all the Soul's games including Bloodborne and have never struggled quite as much as I have with Sekiro. The bosses are very tough and unique, and the games overall story is actually quite compelling and I'm excited to see how it continues to progress (I'm about 4 bosses in). This is a great addition to the From Software repertoire, but I can tell you that while this is similar to DS and Bloodborne, it is not the same. There is a very steep learning curve to this game, and I would implore you to stick with it and not rage after the first few parts of the game because it is a truly fantastic game.… Expand
  19. Aleco
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    Total masterpiece. I see people complaining about lack of customization and RPG touch but I didn't miss them. This game doesn't need it and it works very nice. New combat mechanics are fresh and addictive, took me many deaths to get a hang of it but then I enjoyed it very much. Great way to reward more aggressive gamplay style. Visually beautiful.
  20. Boom1c
    May 30, 2019
    10
    This a launcher new line games from software And this game is very cool even in spite of its unjustified severity
  21. nnevill
    May 2, 2019
    10
    Just another masterpiece from Hidetaka Miyazaki. Of course lore is not so close to non japanese players but it still awesome. And what is great that after beating Bloodborne, all Dark Souls series - it's still difficult to cope with the game. It's an evolution in soulsborne genre and it's some kind of fresh air after those endless and similar Ubisoft sandboxes.

    P.S.: Isshin Ashina    Just another masterpiece from Hidetaka Miyazaki. Of course lore is not so close to non japanese players but it still awesome. And what is great that after beating Bloodborne, all Dark Souls series - it's still difficult to cope with the game. It's an evolution in soulsborne genre and it's some kind of fresh air after those endless and similar Ubisoft sandboxes.

    P.S.: Isshin Ashina (Immortal Severance ending) is probably the hardest boss in video games :)    … Expand
  22. dantah
    Mar 27, 2019
    10
    Game of the year!!
    A perfect accompaniment to the SoulsBorne series, with plenty of unique ideas of its own and some of the best combat of the generation.
  23. Walker_Bros_360
    May 9, 2019
    10
    This was my first fromsoftware game, and it was brilliant. Great character design feeling of freedom in where you go despite being quite linear, and the combat is fantastic as long as you're prepared to fail before succeeding
  24. liost5oul
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    It was a great andventure ans I like gameplay and mechanichs a lot. One of a very few games that dont treat players like they are retardos
  25. Samx88
    Mar 26, 2019
    10
    I took 3 days off to play this game and man I wish I took a whole week. Sekiro is amazing and I’m so happy! Thank you From Software.
  26. tjk1984
    Oct 25, 2019
    10
    My first "Souls Born" game was DS3. I was an amazing game. Thought nothing could come close to that experience..... Then I played Sekiro, and I can honestly say that Sekiro is the better of the two games. Its hard to express the emotional rollercoaster this game puts you through with its rewarding and punishing combat difficulty, but its fantastic. Anyone who is thinking about pickingMy first "Souls Born" game was DS3. I was an amazing game. Thought nothing could come close to that experience..... Then I played Sekiro, and I can honestly say that Sekiro is the better of the two games. Its hard to express the emotional rollercoaster this game puts you through with its rewarding and punishing combat difficulty, but its fantastic. Anyone who is thinking about picking up Sekiro, but hasn't yet, do yourself a favor and buy it right away.. Its extremely fun, and the level design is top notch. Worth every cent of the $60 it cost me.… Expand
  27. Zorada
    May 4, 2019
    10
    Bloody brilliant, yeah at the start its harder than dark souls but once you get into the deflecting and general game mechanics your golden. What a ride, A must play
  28. Mooltissm
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    Im amazed how much different this game is compared to other Fromsoftware games but it still has that nice and satisfying essence of souls game in it. Just buy and enjoy this masterpiece.
  29. Qwazar
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    I consider this game one of the best in that janra. So in my opinion it is 10/10
  30. spaceit
    Mar 22, 2019
    10
    Отличная игра с отличной боевкой, разрабам удалось переместить все самое лучшее из серии Souls и сделать это еще лучше, отличная графика а анимация всего, что только можно перечислить, настоятельно советую играть с Японской озвучкой.
    И если не сможете убить первого босса с первой попытки, пожалуйста не ломайте
    монитор, ему тоже больно(    Отличная игра с отличной боевкой, разрабам удалось переместить все самое лучшее из серии Souls и сделать это еще лучше, отличная графика а анимация всего, что только можно перечислить, настоятельно советую играть с Японской озвучкой.
    И если не сможете убить первого босса с первой попытки, пожалуйста не ломайте
    монитор, ему тоже больно(
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#4 Best PS4 Game of 2019
5
#5 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2019
5
#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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