Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5159 Ratings

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  1. Okami6
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    One of the greatest game I've ever played. This is a must play for soulsborne fans.
  2. BBthree4
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Finally I can review this AMAZING game,First, this game is a masterpiece honestly i can't talk anything negative about Sekiro so if you are reading my review to see the cons about this game, you better leave.
  3. 8Veep9
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    A truly amazing game that I've fully completed in a little less than 100 hours, spread across the last month since release. With six playthroughs and the super rare 'Sekiro' achievement under my belt, I can wholeheartedly recommend Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice to anybody who is even remotely interested in the game. Definitely my personal favorite From Software title so far.
  4. Johnnyrage706
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Spiritual successor of the Tenchu series??? I think yes! Amazing masterpiece.
  5. Monkier320
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    I played almost all Fromsoftware games and Sekiro was one of the most incredible experiences. The gameplay never felt more natural and almost rhythmically musical. The story was touching and capturing. Wish i could forget i played it and start all over again.
  6. Frozorid19
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    I hate Dark Souls. Its particular strain of sadomasochism-passing-for-gameplay has infected so many genres that all it takes for a game with clunky movement and a terrible camera to earn the adulation of credulous imbeciles (recognizable by their rallying cry "git gud") is to call itself "a Souls-like".
    Fortunately, Sekiro is not Dark Souls. Yes, the cameraman still attempts to perform an    I hate Dark Souls. Its particular strain of sadomasochism-passing-for-gameplay has infected so many genres that all it takes for a game with clunky movement and a terrible camera to earn the adulation of credulous imbeciles (recognizable by their rallying cry "git gud") is to call itself "a Souls-like".
    Fortunately, Sekiro is not Dark Souls. Yes, the cameraman still attempts to perform an amateur colonoscopy whenever a large enemy backs you into a corner. And yes, even petty bandits (or frail old ladies) can combo you to death off of one mistake. However, the main difference between this game and the entirety of the Dark Souls canon is that combat is actually fun. Fluid movement, a stamina mechanic that rewards aggression, and excellent visual/sound design all make even standard enemies encounters enjoyable. The implementation of a rudimentary (yet serviceable) stealth system means that working your way back to bosses after you die never becomes unmanageably tedious. The bosses themselves are difficult but not unreasonably so (at least during the first playthrough), and while they can all be defeated "fairly", Sekiro provides enough tools to mercilessly cheese most of them if the player is willing to experiment. While I do have a variety of criticisms ranging from the quality of the story ("minimalist" would be putting it generously) to the limited enemy variety (you fight 4 versions of the same miniboss) to consumable scarcity (certain enemies become very annoying or even borderline impossible to defeat without items you cannot obtain easily until late in the game), none of these are serious enough to deny my enthusiastic recommendation.    … Expand
  7. Desintegrador75
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    I was really hesitant to buy this game. A lot of people said it was harder than DS and I was never good at any of the Souls games, even though I have played them all (except Demon Souls) and beat them. Dark Souls was one of my favorite games, despite all its flaws, frame rate drops, budget cuts and brutal difficulty. For the most part, though, I didn't like it for its difficulty, I likedI was really hesitant to buy this game. A lot of people said it was harder than DS and I was never good at any of the Souls games, even though I have played them all (except Demon Souls) and beat them. Dark Souls was one of my favorite games, despite all its flaws, frame rate drops, budget cuts and brutal difficulty. For the most part, though, I didn't like it for its difficulty, I liked it for the world it built. Sekiro is definitely more about combat, and (slightly) less about exploration, but combat is much tighter and exciting, and less frustrating. In the end, I found the game very fair, definitely exciting, and hard but certainly not impossible.… Expand
  8. Nozoeok8
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Fast-paced, visceral, and far more realistic than previous souls games. Combat consists of breaking an enemy's posture, which means attacking them, deflecting their attacks, and other special actions. This is the big win of this game. Fighting is about rhythm. Since enemies always have the same move combos, you can detect the rhythm of their attacks while blocking, and the next time youFast-paced, visceral, and far more realistic than previous souls games. Combat consists of breaking an enemy's posture, which means attacking them, deflecting their attacks, and other special actions. This is the big win of this game. Fighting is about rhythm. Since enemies always have the same move combos, you can detect the rhythm of their attacks while blocking, and the next time you see this, just repeat that rhythm with your deflect button. This would become boring after a while, but the perilous attacks add a little spice to the equation. Honestly, the idea of going back to Dark Souls seems slow and unappetizing after this game.… Expand
  9. Culzulz87z
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a brutal action adventure game. But, it can be easy game if you can mastering the basic, mastering the code of patience and learning ultra instinct to reflect (of course ... like Goku in Dragon Ball Super). Sekiro's first playthrough is the hardest of them all, it was pain, harsh, torturing, brutal and made people rage quit.
  10. Rpact101
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Its a nice feeling. This game has a unique combat system, so even if you are a veteran of the Souls series, be prepared for a challenging game.
  11. Peterstrant2
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    I thought Dark Souls 3 was my favorite game of all time, then I finished Sekrio, and man, this game is amazing. It deserved it's GOTY award hundreds of times over.
  12. DANTESFENIX2
    Jun 18, 2021
    9
    Uno de los juegos más retadores que existen, los souls no son difíciles, pero este si y de una manera muy elevada, un verdadero reto de principio a fin , from software es mi estudio favorito actualmente por encima de naughty dog
  13. Jojodumb863
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    This was my first game in the Souls-like genre. It blew me away. Such a great game.
  14. Leepic82
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    From Software and my lord Miyazaki never fails.Great atmosphere,graphics and story.Sekiro:Shadows Die Twice is one of the best game Fromsoftware ever released.You can feel the soul of previous games.It challenges, punishes, and brings a warm feeling of joy with every mastered encounter.It's not for everyone,and it is deeply challenging game.It will develop all of your devotion,your skill,From Software and my lord Miyazaki never fails.Great atmosphere,graphics and story.Sekiro:Shadows Die Twice is one of the best game Fromsoftware ever released.You can feel the soul of previous games.It challenges, punishes, and brings a warm feeling of joy with every mastered encounter.It's not for everyone,and it is deeply challenging game.It will develop all of your devotion,your skill, your ability to pull through.Sekiro is a worthy heir to the Souls-like dynasty.… Expand
  15. Chadnordic5544
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is an action oriented game, somewhat reminiscent of games like Batman: Arkham Knight, since there are upgrade trees in the game, close combat, combat tools and sneaking. Sekiro’s sneaking and combat are both refined and easy to understand, but especially the combat deserves a high mention for being very tense and thrilling.
  16. Trojan9757
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    The amount of people saying this game is bad because they suck at the game is just hilarious.
  17. Jay2cents
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    Understand when to do what and the game is damn thrilling. With the intricate level design that's made the Dark Souls games so great and most of the FromSoftware DNA still intact. It's just the combat that has been reconfigured, and the end result is just as nuanced as any other game they've made.
  18. Threedeep3
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    If you're expecting some kind of Dark souls series, I wish you'd think one more time seriously before you spend your money. There is nothing about Dark souls series stuffs in Sekiro except it's 3rd person camera and some similar sort of bonfire system. It's actually more close to the "Tenchu" series of Fromsoftware's another famous franchise. And also this game's difficulty is muchIf you're expecting some kind of Dark souls series, I wish you'd think one more time seriously before you spend your money. There is nothing about Dark souls series stuffs in Sekiro except it's 3rd person camera and some similar sort of bonfire system. It's actually more close to the "Tenchu" series of Fromsoftware's another famous franchise. And also this game's difficulty is much difficult than Dark souls series. If you have played Fromsoftware's Armored core series and have seen "Game over" in few seconds often, this game will show you exactly same situations.… Expand
  19. Shiftaltx1380
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    This game is amazing. The learning curve is high, but once you've got the blocking down, this game becomes so satisfying. The movement is fluid and the story is interesting. This has become one of my favorite games of all time, and I hope From Software release some DLC for this. It deserves the extra treatment.
  20. Yneta330
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    The most violent, vicious and most engaging combat you will ever experience in a video game. Everything is so precise too. Its so much fun to play. FromSoft continues to raise the bar.
  21. Flawsin3911
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    A great game that makes us exceed ourselves for each boss we face, a game that forces us to improve if we want to progress in the game, a type of game that we dont see everyday, a game like the old games that made us being much better and not a simple difficulty game like 99% of single player games nowadays.
  22. Thebull1562
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    For noobs who have never played a hardcore game like me. This game will make you want to gouge your eyes out and bust your head through a fricken window. Prepare to focus focus focus. You slip up, you die. You get too confident, you die. You assume that you have an advantage, you die. Humble yourself before you purchase this masterpiece.
  23. Xaddoc3097
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    Fantastic. One of my favorite games of all time. Pulse-pounding, beautifully precise combat. A little rough to get into, but once you're in the rhythm, it's a high like no other game I've played.
  24. Grov-erg5
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    Après des heures de jeu, mes mains tremblent, mes bras sont mouillés et mon rang en tant que joueur expérimenté des jeux Dark Souls est piétiné. Si vous pensez que si vous terminez Demon Souls, tous les Dark Soul`s et Bloodborne, ce ne sera pas trop difficile pour vous? Ne vous flattez pas, ce jeu va vous détruire!
  25. Criziz507
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time. Enjoyed it so much I did all achievements and beat the game 4 times to unlock all the endings. The graphics, gameplay, lore, environment and sound in this game is just perfect, there is not a single thing I disliked. People complain about the difficulty, but once you practice the parrying, the satisfaction in blocking 20 attacks in the perfect timingOne of my favorite games of all time. Enjoyed it so much I did all achievements and beat the game 4 times to unlock all the endings. The graphics, gameplay, lore, environment and sound in this game is just perfect, there is not a single thing I disliked. People complain about the difficulty, but once you practice the parrying, the satisfaction in blocking 20 attacks in the perfect timing in a row is something you don't get from any other game.… Expand
  26. Kromebat888
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    Is it hard? Yes. Will you want to quit halfway? Yes. Should you? Absolutely not. Sekiro is an experience that demands your attention. What you'll find through this difficult experience is not only satisfaction from killing an incredibly hard boss but also an engaging story spanning throughout the entire experience that'll result in a thematic ending. As you slowly progress through thisIs it hard? Yes. Will you want to quit halfway? Yes. Should you? Absolutely not. Sekiro is an experience that demands your attention. What you'll find through this difficult experience is not only satisfaction from killing an incredibly hard boss but also an engaging story spanning throughout the entire experience that'll result in a thematic ending. As you slowly progress through this story, you'll find yourself becoming more skilled the same way the Wolf sharpens his sword. You'll find yourself engaged with interesting characters that will show how you, the wolf, want the story to end.… Expand
  27. Lattle414
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    Sekiro has a really good fighting system that makes you THINK all the while effectively managing your health-stamina-posture gauges.
  28. Nightmare89
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    This game is amazing, and I think it has some of the best gameplay mechanics From Software has ever put out, maybe even of any game I have ever played.
  29. Josnbrollin7
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    The swordplay alone is so much fun to master that it leaves any other melee-oriented game in the dirt, without a doubt the best game I have ever played, so much so that when returning to other games I can’t help but feel like their combat is shallow.
  30. Zenomorium5578
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    pros:
    +fantastic art style
    +great story, masterful narratives and fascinating characters +deep, fast and addictive combat +enemies with high variety and highly impressive Boss designs +fast paced movement system +fantastic soundtracks and satisfying sound effects +low spec requirements and relatively small disk occupation +compartively high replay value cons: -some frustrating    pros:
    +fantastic art style
    +great story, masterful narratives and fascinating characters
    +deep, fast and addictive combat
    +enemies with high variety and highly impressive Boss designs
    +fast paced movement system
    +fantastic soundtracks and satisfying sound effects
    +low spec requirements and relatively small disk occupation
    +compartively high replay value

    cons:
    -some frustrating Boss encounters
    -some reskinned or recycled enemies
    -sometimes grappling spots don't work well
    -player’s choices on NPCs are too constrained    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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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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Metascore
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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