Death Stranding: Director's Cut

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  1. alanjackson
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    One of the greatest games I've ever played. It can take 5-10 hours to get hooked, but once you are you'll never wanna stop. The sense of community is like no other I've experienced, especially for a single player game.

    This is a 'you either get it, or you don't' type game. Give it time, and you will be hooked I almost guarantee it.
  2. Deepy93
    Feb 17, 2022
    9
    Truly unique and refreshing gaming experience. Loved the exploration, insanse story and the music.
  3. marvsfontanilla
    Feb 15, 2022
    8
    Story: 7
    Graphics: 9
    Sound: 8
    Gameplay: 8
    Game Time: 60 + 20 Hours (Main Story + Extra)
  4. KoLudo
    Feb 14, 2022
    0
    After so many rave reviews, and being an older gamer who doesn't really get FPS games so much I was intrigued so much by Death Stranding. I went in with an open mind prepared for something different. I spent 16 hours or so waiting for the game to get good. It didn't.

    This game is absolute dross. It is so frustrating to play. The invisible enemies can suddenly appear and make you lose    After so many rave reviews, and being an older gamer who doesn't really get FPS games so much I was intrigued so much by Death Stranding. I went in with an open mind prepared for something different. I spent 16 hours or so waiting for the game to get good. It didn't.

    This game is absolute dross. It is so frustrating to play. The invisible enemies can suddenly appear and make you lose all your stuff, little glitches like having my bike be near the lake at the end of a mission and then is disappearing afterwards, and the fact that you sometimes can't save to try and work around these frustrations.

    Everyone talks about the story as being so amazing. I decided to watch the cutscenes for the game on YouTube after I gave up to see what I had missed, and wow it just made me so glad I gave up on it. I just cannot understand what people liked about it. As I watched someone clearly far better at the game and more experienced than me playing through the final scenes of the game I just felt this huge overwhelming relief that I hadn't wasted any more of my life on this.

    I saw the two sides of reviews going into this and as it so common on the internet it seems like it was impossible for people to have an objective and balanced middle ground so I was really curious to see what I thought for myself, but my conclusion is clear - from over 40 years of gaming on dozens of different platforms going back as far as loading games on cassette tape, Death Stranding is, without a doubt, the most overrated and frustrating tripe I have ever put effort into playing.    … Expand
  5. JonyFumo
    Feb 8, 2022
    4
    El juego es hermoso en lo audio visual, su historia también me encantó. Pero su jugabilidad es muy aburrida e insoportable… caminar las primeras horas del juego es una mierda no tienes como escaparte de los cv sin que lleven a la su mundo de petroleo o nose que carajos. Un juego patético para todo lo que podría ofrecer con su historia y audiovisual.
  6. SleepNot
    Feb 4, 2022
    7
    История шикарная, проработка сценария и сюжета поражают! Очень-очень впечатлило! Но геймплей... Классный старт, потом 70% игры достаточно скучно, есть конечно кайф медитации и расслабления, но надоедает очень быстро. И финальные 20% игры опять супер, но чтобы их дождаться нужно наиграть 10-15 часов делая одно и то же.История шикарная, проработка сценария и сюжета поражают! Очень-очень впечатлило! Но геймплей... Классный старт, потом 70% игры достаточно скучно, есть конечно кайф медитации и расслабления, но надоедает очень быстро. И финальные 20% игры опять супер, но чтобы их дождаться нужно наиграть 10-15 часов делая одно и то же.
  7. Tommycbs
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    Among the best graphics out there. A truly incredible story and very meaningful. It isn’t the most fun game and I’d consider it more an experience but it’s well worth the play josh take many breaks. It can get addictive eventually after the slow start. My only criticism is the driving. It’s the worst driving physics I’ve ever seen in a game. Otherwise the game played perfectly
  8. Akma
    Jan 16, 2022
    1
    This is nothing like MGS.... Such a boring and mundane game with lots of repetitive tasks... Don't waste your time on this junk.
  9. VTHokies1999
    Jan 13, 2022
    8
    I completely pass on Death Stranding when the original came out because it looked a little too weird and I feel into the trap that the gameplay was just walking across the US making deliveries. When the director's cut came on for the PS5 I decided to finally give the game a try after all the hype and I am glad I did. I can see how this is not a game for everyone and some of the firstI completely pass on Death Stranding when the original came out because it looked a little too weird and I feel into the trap that the gameplay was just walking across the US making deliveries. When the director's cut came on for the PS5 I decided to finally give the game a try after all the hype and I am glad I did. I can see how this is not a game for everyone and some of the first hours are pretty tedious. The story is also very weird and I think Kojima was dropping acid when he thought it up. With that said I did start to enjoy the story and game loop once I got a few hours into the game. Once you get access to vehicles and tools like the zip line, the game is much better. The graphics on PS5, music, and tone of the game all come together really really well, it is actually pretty amazing how beautiful the game is even though the world is basically destroyed. This game looks and sounds better than many "next-gen" games like Halo Infinite, Forza Horizon 5, and RE Village. With all those positives out of the way there are some issues. Like I said the first few hours are a bit slow and this game really isn't for everyone. It is generally a slow paced game with sporadic action mixed in. I found the section of the game in the snow covered mountains a bit draining, I wish that was shortened a little bit. Beyond those complaints, I am really enjoying the game and I wouldn't skip it. If you're not sure about it, buy it on sale.… Expand
  10. Pandapitch
    Jan 10, 2022
    6
    Мне нравится эта игра, честно, НО:
    На 15 час игры ты уже просто изнываешь от ходьбы, от стрельбы, от езды ты умираешь на 3 часу игры. Очень плохой баланс между кат-сценами и геймплеем. Аудиоплеера так и не нашел в игре. "Твари" появляются часто и просто начинают бесить.
    Кароч, часть того что срежиссировано и двигает сюжет - отлично, есть атмосфера, аудио (как музыка, так и эффекты)    Мне нравится эта игра, честно, НО:
    На 15 час игры ты уже просто изнываешь от ходьбы, от стрельбы, от езды ты умираешь на 3 часу игры. Очень плохой баланс между кат-сценами и геймплеем. Аудиоплеера так и не нашел в игре. "Твари" появляются часто и просто начинают бесить.
    Кароч, часть того что срежиссировано и двигает сюжет - отлично, есть атмосфера, аудио (как музыка, так и эффекты) приятно слушать. Актерская игра - отличная.
    Часть геймплея... ну, его затянули, как-то, ну слишком.
    И так как, оценка 6, история и атмосфера все же перетягивают на себя "одеяло", и ты получаешь удовольствие. Остальные 4 балла, завязали узел на шее и пригнули с Хрупкого , как частица Бозона, Моста.    … Expand
  11. JohnRambo1488
    Jan 8, 2022
    2
    Absolute boredom, repetitive missions:
    Take parcel from A to B ... well done now take parcel from B to A ... well done now take parcel from A to B and maybe C ... you done one mission /quest .. you done them all...
  12. djdizzy
    Jan 5, 2022
    9
    I’ve seen so many mixed reviews about this game, it’s truly a love it or hate it game. I finally but the bullet and bought the Director’s Cut on PS5. I saw for myself it truly is a game you’ll either love or hate. But if you haven’t played it, it’s hard to describe the vibe this game gives.

    I was looking for a game to just chill out following particularly hard days of work. Something    I’ve seen so many mixed reviews about this game, it’s truly a love it or hate it game. I finally but the bullet and bought the Director’s Cut on PS5. I saw for myself it truly is a game you’ll either love or hate. But if you haven’t played it, it’s hard to describe the vibe this game gives.

    I was looking for a game to just chill out following particularly hard days of work. Something not too challenging that I can destress with. It definitely is that but what I wasn’t expecting was just how immersive and how much of a piece of art the game is. It’s not quite the walking simulator that many people say about it. I’ve never played another game like it, its gameplay loop is unique. If you have the patience for it then it’ll make you think differently than any other game you’ve played. I’m new to the game but I absolutely love it for what it is. Time flies by when I play this game and it definitely does destress me. Even though it does have tense moments, it’s 90% relaxing and 10% tense. It’s beautiful on PS5 and it runs so smooth.    … Expand
  13. ihearthawthats
    Jan 1, 2022
    9
    Hours Played: 101 Hours
    Trophy Completion: 63/63 PLATINUM
    Worth My Time: Yes, at least once. Worth My Money: Yes, at any price. What I Like: Story is top notch with tons of Kojima's vibes and surprisingly, the gameplay is also quite good. What I Dislike: Combat that's a bit sluggish and driving physics that's barely passable mar what is otherwise a great gameplay loop. How It    Hours Played: 101 Hours
    Trophy Completion: 63/63 PLATINUM

    Worth My Time: Yes, at least once.
    Worth My Money: Yes, at any price.

    What I Like: Story is top notch with tons of Kojima's vibes and surprisingly, the gameplay is also quite good.

    What I Dislike: Combat that's a bit sluggish and driving physics that's barely passable mar what is otherwise a great gameplay loop.

    How It Stacks Up: Rivals Metal Gear Solid V and in my opinion, Death Stranding is the better game. My knowledge of the game before playing was that it was a "walking simulator"; this couldn't be further from the truth. It is an easy recommend for any and all gamers.    … Expand
  14. soybrunix
    Dec 31, 2021
    7
    The story is very interesting and new, the gameplay can be complicated in certain points and very easy in others, the performance on PS5 is sensational, the Dualsense makes you feel the weight of things as if you were carrying them. All this is debatable but that it is a one-of-a-kind game, that cannot be denied.
  15. Tabdelno
    Dec 30, 2021
    10
    If I were to be asked by somebody unfamiliar with the medium whether video games could be art, I’d say that they could, and would give this game as my proof. People giving this game anything other than excellent scores are, simply put, philistines. Nuff said.
  16. Sheila26
    Dec 27, 2021
    10
    Me lo pasé en la ps4 y me pareció excepcional ahora que lo tengo en la ps5 y con los cambios que le han echo me muero por volver a jugarlo!
  17. dark0153
    Dec 23, 2021
    7
    Piece of **** content - racing minigame required to be mastered in order to unlock all trophies.
    Death Stranding is not a **** racing game.
  18. Prezza66
    Dec 23, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Worst playstation game I've played. It takes everything I dislike from other games and brings it together. Walking simulator with poor story. Very boring game. Hideous is only a genius in conning people out of their cash. No more hideous for me. If this is your type of game then fair play unfortunately I have a brain and this is trash.… Expand
  19. f1ying_monkey
    Dec 21, 2021
    10
    Как-то я пытался написать здесь отзыв на эту игру, наваял 2000 знаков или больше, но он не отправился, а текст не был утерян (
    В общем, это шедевр игровой индустрии. Арт-хаус, современное искусство, называйте как хотите. После прохождения было ощущение, будто я посмотрел очень хороший сериал в несколько сезонов, с философским подстекстом и таким приятным послевкусием на подумать.
    Что    Как-то я пытался написать здесь отзыв на эту игру, наваял 2000 знаков или больше, но он не отправился, а текст не был утерян (
    В общем, это шедевр игровой индустрии. Арт-хаус, современное искусство, называйте как хотите. После прохождения было ощущение, будто я посмотрел очень хороший сериал в несколько сезонов, с философским подстекстом и таким приятным послевкусием на подумать.

    Что касается технической стороны в сравнении с версией для PS4 здесь вы получите моментальные загрузки, быстрые переходы, 60 фпс в 4к и приятные ощущения в дуал сенсе.
    Я начинал играть еще на прошке, но после пролога забросил. Потом перешел на 5ку, обновился за 700р до этой версии и взахлеб наиграл больше 100 часов. Был момент, когда я как одержимый строил дороги и выполнял стандартные заказы.

    В игре каждый найдёт чем себя развлечь, даже после прохождения сюжета.
    По началу игра может показаться скучной и сложной, или даже страшной, но по мере прохождения динамика будет увеличиваться, а также количество всяких полезных девайсов, которые будут упрощать перемещение и доставки и помогут в борьбе с "тварями".

    Я даже до сих пор не открыл фуры и не все дороги достроил за +100 часов     … Expand
  20. timyzs
    Dec 11, 2021
    9
    very slow-paced game with amazing story and graphic. Gameplay wise it is one of the most-innovative ones I've played in quite a while.
    For those who called this a 'walking simulator', they have probably played only the first 2 chapters...
  21. vb51x7
    Dec 6, 2021
    10
    Ничто больше не могло сравниться с этой амбициозностью, этим масштабом тем и идей.
  22. Woodley1400
    Dec 2, 2021
    9
    This was one of those games that after about 15 hours had me wondering, "why didn't I play this sooner?!" Death Stranding was moderately appealing to me, but circumstances prevented me from playing the game at its original release. The Director's Cut provided a fresh and exciting opportunity to experience the game on PS5. The first dozen hours are slow and tedious, but that is kinda theThis was one of those games that after about 15 hours had me wondering, "why didn't I play this sooner?!" Death Stranding was moderately appealing to me, but circumstances prevented me from playing the game at its original release. The Director's Cut provided a fresh and exciting opportunity to experience the game on PS5. The first dozen hours are slow and tedious, but that is kinda the point. The game can be frustrating and challenging, but not in the way games usually are. Kojima tells an interesting story with poignant lessons that are beautifully woven into the gameplay mechanics. There have been few gaming experiences in my life that so neatly combined narrative elements and gameplay with such intentionality. This game challenges so many modern gaming conventions, and I think, it could provide a push to improve many games (especially open-world ones) over the next decade.… Expand
  23. TeOne
    Nov 30, 2021
    9
    Ottimo upgrade. Già molto bello su ps4 liscia, ora su ps5 bellissimo. Il gioco è sempre lo stesso ma interessanti le aggiunte, si amalgano bene al resto. A me è piaciuto davvero tanto questo gioco, che dire... Ottimo!!!
  24. ssstylish
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    Kojima genius. Brand new experience for me. Game that proves that action or game without action can be awesome
  25. AtarixMo0n
    Nov 29, 2021
    0
    Pésimo, deja mucho quw desear desde todos los aspectos posibles, donde esta la dificultad de los juegos como Dark souls??
  26. AndreaPichinini
    Nov 29, 2021
    0
    Terrible game, delivery simulator. How Sony have the nerve to charge full price for this I don't understand.
  27. Jaro93
    Nov 27, 2021
    9
    Great on ps5, with all functions of pad. Game different from the other ones, with “strange” story, but I really enjoy it
  28. Robert88
    Nov 24, 2021
    6
    I found my self contemplating if another journey through deathstranding is worth the effort and time with Some minor adjustments to the game , graphics vastly improved , takes advantage of the duel sense controller with the haptic feedback and adaptive triggers .. some added missions which doesn’t really add much to the story. May be few extra hours if that .. the extra gear. That isI found my self contemplating if another journey through deathstranding is worth the effort and time with Some minor adjustments to the game , graphics vastly improved , takes advantage of the duel sense controller with the haptic feedback and adaptive triggers .. some added missions which doesn’t really add much to the story. May be few extra hours if that .. the extra gear. That is now in the game is cool but majority of it is way late end game and not very much of a chance to use it often which is disappointing .. should’ve added a new game plus .. .. overall I say if you never played death stranding and wanna give it a try pick this version up ! now If you played deathstranding you pretty much already experienced what ever this director cut has to offer But for ten bucks a upgrade it’s worth the ten dollars . .. I’d give it a 7 may be 8 reason being the directors cut doesn’t justify a paying full retail for not enough content to really say this is any different from the original besides the updated graphics ,a few added missions may be a couple of extra cut scenes , and new gear that you can unlock this time around .. it definitely needs a lot more to it,

    What this feels like is a metal gear substance trying to charge people full retail for just minor additions .. this is not a final fantasy , this is not shadow of colossus which is a cult classic , or god of war . It’s not a remake ..

    If you can pay ten bucks an get the upgrade do it , if you never played the game and thinking about getting it Try it out see if you like it . It’s enjoyable the first time around ..after the second time it’s a game you will need to put down and forget the story to play again    … Expand
  29. Daniel0809
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    This game to me is flawless on the Playstation 5. The frame rate , graphics & new content was worth the $10. I gave Death Stranding originally a 10 because to me its a perfect game and im still enjoying it 350 hours later.
  30. Harryik
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
    Дороговато за игру, цена очень высокая. Но это к большенству игр от. Sony. Это самая большая проблема
  31. iMustang
    Nov 16, 2021
    9
    Death Stranding is a game I can only describe with one phrase - A Work of Art. From the moment you're set free in the beautiful open world that really shines on PS5, the music that greets you as you walk on your journey of solitude sets the perfect tone for this journey of hope. All alone in the world, nearly every person you meet being a hologram while they're safely tucked away in aDeath Stranding is a game I can only describe with one phrase - A Work of Art. From the moment you're set free in the beautiful open world that really shines on PS5, the music that greets you as you walk on your journey of solitude sets the perfect tone for this journey of hope. All alone in the world, nearly every person you meet being a hologram while they're safely tucked away in a bunker, this game finds a perfect balance of feeling isolated yet somehow connected to someone somewhere. The bonds you make along the way in this lonely world are it's best asset, and while the gameplay itself is fairly straightforward I found it both charming and fitting for the narrative of this game. The storytelling is without a doubt this game's greatest asset with wonderfully cryptic information drip-fed to you throughout the experience, just to save all the best twists and turns for the very end. I choked up more than once during this journey, especially at the end, and left this game completely satisfied. It truly feels like a once in a lifetime experience, and honestly one I feel as though I could recommend to anyone. Driving through the open world, listening to the beautiful music by Low Roar, and remembering the wonderful characters I met along the way... Yeah, Death Stranding was without a doubt a near-masterpiece.… Expand
  32. Ponds98
    Nov 15, 2021
    9
    Masterpiece, Awesome and detailed gameplay not meant for everybody, not for close-minded or COD/FIFA players. Story beyond the incredible and technical side jaw dropping; probably one of the best sci-fi stories in whole history.
  33. Soowie
    Nov 13, 2021
    9
    Не играл на PS4, очень хотел обновление для PS5, игра шикарная!
    Люблю Кодзиму
  34. Panda0_0
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    Just stop review bombing Please !! give this a time, rush through the first 2 chapter and then you will fall in love with Daddy Kojima
  35. dmeade613
    Nov 9, 2021
    10
    I played it when the original came out got half way through and thought it wasn’t for me played the directors cut knowing what to expect now I know it is a real masterpiece I hope there is a sequel
  36. Antipiperos
    Nov 8, 2021
    0
    Refritos a 80€ cojo un juego de ps5 le meto dos cosillas y a pagar de nuevo . Refrito de nuggets a 80€
  37. RanGom007
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    This game has become something so outstanding and unusual that even two years after its release, I still love it and admire the work of the developers. The story, the characters, the world in which everything happens. Atmosphere, music, game mechanics. This is beyond praise. Kodjima Production you passed an incredible game, thank you!
  38. Ray6701
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Awesome masterpiece wow amazing graphics cool experience and great story to play
  39. slaine130177
    Nov 6, 2021
    6
    N'ayant pas fait le jeu sur PS4, c'était donc avec plaisir que je me suis lancé dans cette édition PS5 director s cut.
    Alors je dois le reconnaître, je n'ai pas fini le jeu, je n'y arrive pas, je n'éprouve aucun plaisir à le faire même après plus de 40h.
    Pour tout dire, le jeu démarre plutôt bien. Le scénario s'annonce excellent, la bande son est génial et franchement, graphiquement, le    N'ayant pas fait le jeu sur PS4, c'était donc avec plaisir que je me suis lancé dans cette édition PS5 director s cut.
    Alors je dois le reconnaître, je n'ai pas fini le jeu, je n'y arrive pas, je n'éprouve aucun plaisir à le faire même après plus de 40h.
    Pour tout dire, le jeu démarre plutôt bien. Le scénario s'annonce excellent, la bande son est génial et franchement, graphiquement, le jeu propose des décors d'une grande beauté. Tout débutait bien donc... Vient ensuite les débuts du gameplay où on découvre le coeur du jeu: les quêtes fedex.
    Je dois avoué que les premières heures, marcher tranquillement, arpenter l'environnement en surveillant ma charge, analyser le terrain, trouver le meilleur itinéraire, etc... le tout dans le silence d'un monde totalement vide était plaisant, du moins, apaisant. Malheureusement l'ennui vient rapidement, le tout accompagné de frustration d'un gameplay qui se veut pourtant hyper "travaillé" et "réaliste" alors que c'es truffé de non sens et de buggs.

    Commençons par quelques points qui m'ont fatigué:
    - les combats sont atroces. Que ce soit en maniant les différentes armes du héros, ou quelque soit l'ennemi (y en pas des tonnes non plus), tout est lourd, lent, pas précis. Pour un titre fait par l"équipe de MGS, y a de quoi être surpris. Sans parler de l'IA aux fraises
    - l'infiltration, à mourir de rire. Comment expliquer que les gardes qui se trouvent face à nous ne nous voient pas dans les herbes "hautes" alors que notre chargement dépasse de 2 mètres au dessus. Ah mais oui, c'est vrai, j'ai appuyé sur le bouton pour retenir ma respiration donc c'est bon. Par contre, fait du bruit dans 1 pièces, et ils vous entendront 3 pièces plus loin... Et je ne parle pas des échoués qui ne servent à rien, ou des fois vous tuent sans savoir comment.
    - la charge sur vos épaules est prise en compte pour l'équilibre et tout un tas de paramètre. Par contre roulez en moto et là toute l'histoire d'équilibre disparait, la moto n'a aucune réaction.
    - les villes (si on peut appeler cela des villes) sont vides (véritablement aucun PNJ ou personnage). Déjà que le monde est totalement vide, alors ils auraient pu donner un peu de relief aux quelques traces d'urbanisation. A part discuter à des hologrammes pour avoir vos missions, vous ne rencontrerez personne. C'est un choix assumé de proposer un univers dépouillé pour coller au scénario mais j'ai eu surtout l'impression que c'était pour compenser toutes les ressources que le jeu prenait pour les décors et environnements
    - le jeu est hyper scripté. Je m'attendais à une metéo en temps réel (jour nuit) de la pluie en temps réel, qui aurait rajouté au stress du voyage. Mais non, les zones de pluie sont programmées à l'avance (la preuve, les autres joueurs mettant des panneaux pour vous prévenir quand vous y arrivez), ainsi que toutes les situations tendues. Du coup, aucune surprise ni tension.

    Bref, je pourrais continuer des pages sur les défauts du titre et je regrette vraiment de ne pas avoir accroché. J'ai essayé, j'ai lutté, adorant les oeuvres de Kojima, mais là je n'y arrive plus. Je ne m'amuse pas et le seul intérêt du jeu c'est de poursuivre pour connaître le dénouement. Trop peu pour m'infliger encore une cinquantaine d'heures, car le principal dans un jeu vidéo c'est de s'amuser, ce qui n'est pas mon cas ici...    … Expand
  40. WebUser777
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    A game that is so relevant at the current time, when people are sitting at home because of the pandemic. A beautiful and insanely atmospheric game from Hideo Kojima, who once again proves to the whole world that he is a true genius.

    P.S. I passed the regular version on PS4 and now I have passed the director's version on PS5 with pleasure.
  41. Bandaid
    Nov 3, 2021
    10
    I didn't think I'd like it and loved it from start to finish. A unique experience I didn't know I wanted.
  42. lostsol
    Oct 29, 2021
    10
    I can't get enough of this game and the world Kojima and his team have created!
  43. SocialRainCloud
    Oct 28, 2021
    9
    An absolute masterpiece. The layers in this game is unlike any other. Only point of improvement would be the driving. 9.5/10.
  44. Crystoph
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    This game is awesome. this game was an experience from start to finish. in many situations it seems to live in a film for how well we are shot certain scenes. the gameplay is not limited to the delivery of packages but there is a lot behind this spectacular game. I suggest everyone to play it before judge because it deserte
  45. BarelRiderHobit
    Oct 21, 2021
    10
    Adds a ton of neat features structures and equipment that are fun. As they are OPTIONAL to the game and you have the choice to not use them it doesn't take away from the difficulty of traversing terrain we loved from the original. I certainly used all the new stuff though as they were a blast. One of my favorite games of all time.
  46. Rippy3
    Oct 21, 2021
    8
    A good game really well thought and innovative mechanics outside of combat. Story fantastic definitely need to pay attention though. I love the sharing of structures with other players. World feels a bit to sparce for me it could do with more player npc interaction. Over all an 8 for me and well worth a play.
  47. nemanjavaskovic
    Oct 18, 2021
    10
    Best game ever made. Spent over 100 hours in original chasing platinum trophy, and 78 more hours in director's cut. People who don't understand philosophy and physics behind this masterpiece should not be angry with Sony or Kojima. The should take a deep breath and admit they are not at that level yet. LEARN AND ADAPT!
    Once again, best game ever made
  48. mythiiix
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    Relaxing gameplay and an enjoyable story.
    Can’t wait for more kojima games.
  49. MK11
    Oct 16, 2021
    0
    I played the original game on PS4. Easily one of the worst games I've ever played for 8th Generation consoles and among the worst I've played in general. The story is absolutely horrible and impossible to follow, a problem shared with Metal Gear Solid 2, another Kojima product I don't like.

    The gameplay is even worse and is easily the worst I've ever played on PS4. This game proves that    I played the original game on PS4. Easily one of the worst games I've ever played for 8th Generation consoles and among the worst I've played in general. The story is absolutely horrible and impossible to follow, a problem shared with Metal Gear Solid 2, another Kojima product I don't like.

    The gameplay is even worse and is easily the worst I've ever played on PS4. This game proves that Kojima needs Konami more than Konami needs Kojima. Go back to Konami please.    … Expand
  50. Chicane
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    this is literally the most beautiful, atmospheric and emotional game I've ever played! ps5 upgrade - stunning visuals!
  51. Psilo_Sybin
    Oct 15, 2021
    9
    A breathtaking, emotionally deep game. Hosting a surprisingly addictive gameplay loop. A fun world to explore as well, especially if you are online. It's a unique experience that has a slow start but once you're in its quite captivating.
  52. DeeMc
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Don't believe all the negativity-try the game yourself and give it a fair chance.

    I didn't when I originally got the PS4 game. Honestly the game is slow to get going but once it does it is fun, unusual, beautiful, and well worth it. And I am not a Kojima fan.
  53. DarwinWolf
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is not of Call of Dutiers or fortniters, this is a game about enduring the hardships of a punishing post-apocalyptic world. is not about killing people is about letting them live. is not about destroying but about building up. maybe that's the reason for doing bad… Expand
  54. Mithronyo
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    As i have enjoyed the original release on PS4 back in 2019, the Director's Cut enhances on everything that made Death Stranding the Master Piece it is.

    -Technical: improved quality with Performance mode that runs at locked 60 FPS at 1800P. And a Quality mode that targets 60 FPS at native 4K, mostly running at 60 FPS with small dips in the mid 50s in certain scenes. Finally Wide Screen    As i have enjoyed the original release on PS4 back in 2019, the Director's Cut enhances on everything that made Death Stranding the Master Piece it is.

    -Technical: improved quality with Performance mode that runs at locked 60 FPS at 1800P. And a Quality mode that targets 60 FPS at native 4K, mostly running at 60 FPS with small dips in the mid 50s in certain scenes. Finally Wide Screen Mode (My Favorite) that combines both modes offering wider field of view running at locked 60 FPS while using native 4K textures for many onscreen resources, only draw back in this mode is the two black bars on top & bottom of the screen, but it might be ok if you're playing on a large screen.

    -Gameplay Mechanics: mostly maintained the older mechanics (if it ain't broke, why fix it) but with added flavor of the adaptive triggers & haptic feedback of the PS5 dual sense controller. In game additions; new structures, items and methods of delivery.

    -Story: the main story remains untouched from the original release, yet there were few side story missions added that offer more cover of this weird world of Death Stranding.

    For veterans or newcomers, this is a very important game in the industry, it is different and unique and it touches on very important aspects in our lives as gamers; the sense of connection & isolation.
    Yes the game starts slow but i guarantee that anyone who passes Episode 3 in the game will continue and will enjoy this weird piece of art.    … Expand
  55. Aruuun
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece that Is all I can say. I can see why people don't like it. But for me the story was amazing
  56. Bebop_01
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    One of the best games of all time. People who hate this game have either never played it, played it not on the hardest difficulty and therefore think it’s easy or have just a terrible taste ooor can’t handle the fact that this game is against trumps ****
  57. Lewisant999
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    My first experience with death stranding at launch wasn’t the best. I was very on the fence from the off and ended up quitting after 10hrs. But after holding off I finally sat down and revisited Death Stranding. I was fortunate to be able to experience this game for the second time on ps5 with the directors cut. And I was blown away. From what started as a simple game of deliveringMy first experience with death stranding at launch wasn’t the best. I was very on the fence from the off and ended up quitting after 10hrs. But after holding off I finally sat down and revisited Death Stranding. I was fortunate to be able to experience this game for the second time on ps5 with the directors cut. And I was blown away. From what started as a simple game of delivering packages from point A to B that I assumed I had already made up my mind on that it wasn’t for me slowly unfolded into becoming an addictive, very well written game of love, betrayal and deliveries. I turned a complete 180 on this game and now happily call this game a masterpiece. But calling it a masterpiece doesn’t do it justice. On my second play through I learned that this game Is a completely unique game that stands out from the rest. But I also appreciate this game isn’t for everyone. The way of the game mechanics in this title isn’t like your standard open world rpg that we are accustomed too. It’s a learning curve that starts off slow but when it kicks in becomes an experience like no other. The look and style of this game is better than most Hollywood blockbusters and any ps5 game to date. It’s graphical detail is way ahead of its time. It has an ensemble cast and they all give stellar performances. And although the story is a slow burn when you get to the closing credits you are left in awe at what you have just witnessed. I was once someone who said death stranding wasn’t for me. So if anyone else is feeling the same I ask you to try again sit down and stick at it. I can guarantee you won’t be disappointed.… Expand
  58. HTGamer
    Oct 5, 2021
    9
    Death Stranding launched on PS4 in late 2019 and polarized people due to some curious design decisions from Hideo Kojima. It's rather ironic for a game about uniting the world. After releasing on PC the game has gained some more recognition and respect among the gaming community. Now that the Director's Cut has arrived on PS5, console gamers can experience the game again with technicalDeath Stranding launched on PS4 in late 2019 and polarized people due to some curious design decisions from Hideo Kojima. It's rather ironic for a game about uniting the world. After releasing on PC the game has gained some more recognition and respect among the gaming community. Now that the Director's Cut has arrived on PS5, console gamers can experience the game again with technical upgrades and a few more gameplay additions.

    Death Stranding is a different kind of experience, modeled after games such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild rather than GTA or Assassin's Creed. It's more about traversing the environment than meeting a quest-giver every 5 meters or so and go all guns blazing. It also focuses on establishing connections with NPCs and human players alike. You receive emails from NPCs which trigger an emotion of worry, and you get social media-style "likes" from other real players roaming the game's world and using the structures you left behind. It's an asymmetrical online system inspired by the Souls/Bloodborne games.

    The game's story is a mix of sci-fi, philisophy and human tragedy. The story itself is fine, full of typical Hideo Kojima twists and turns, but many people will be left scratching their heads. The game's overall atmosphere (a blend of tranquility, solitude and horror) is unique. The actors' performances are the best you can find in gaming, although it's clear they didn't have as much time to shoot their scenes as it's possible on movies. Hideo Kojima has created some fantastic characters with interesting backstories, but a few of them end up a disappointment (particularly Higgs, voiced by Troy Baker, and Fragile, voiced by Lea Seydoux). The world building though is almost flawless.

    The main gameplay loop is about delivering cargo from point A to point B. But the trick is in traversing the environment. As you walk around, you have to balance the weight of the cargo you are carrying, and also use the tools at your disposal to cross a chasm, descend a big vertical drop, etc. Basically the environment is a puzzle you have to solve in order to proceed to the next mission - or rather, delivery.

    Apart from environmental hazards there are threats coming from humans who want to rob you of your cargo, and from ghosts called BTs that can grab you and force you to fight otherworldly creatures in a shifting landscape. Unfortunately the boss fights of Death Stranding are few and far in between, and of low quality, just like Kojima's MGSV The Phantom Pain. They could have been something special, especially the Mads Mikkelsen sections, but the way they have been implemented is mediocre at best. Bosses are slow to respond, easy to avoid, just spam them with bullets and you are done with them (or you can just leave most of the boss fight areas and the fight stops). Only 2 encounters towards the end are what you'd call a true boss fight, but don't expect anything that matches Hideo Kojima's brilliant accomplishments in past MGS games.

    The Director's Cut additions include some new equipment, a racing mode, a firing range (basically the VR Missions from old MGS games), new customization options, a few new OST tracks, and a few more story missions.

    On the technical side, Death Stranding is a luxurious production. Graphics were some of the best found on PS4 and are still striking on the PS5. Now you got to choose from 4 graphical options, all of them targeting 60 fps (some of them better than others). There is a standard 16:9 mode and an ultrawide 21:9 mode with black bars and wider FOV, and each mode has Performance and Quality options. I think it's best to stick with the standard 16:9 Performance mode, don't engage the ultrawide mode unless you got a really big TV or monitor to compensate for the loss of screen area. This game has one of the most memorable OSTs in recent memory, and the 3D Audio tech enhances the acoustic experience. The Dualsense controller is also used wisely, with the adaptive triggers and the haptics increasing the immersion factor. You can import your PS4 save and continue on PS5 from where you left off, but it's a convoluted process.

    Death Stranding is a unique experience. It's surreal that this game launched merely months before the Covid pandemic hit the world, lockdowns were put in place isolating people from one another, and dependence on delivery men grew more than ever. Playing the game in a post-Covid world feels completely different than before, because we can relate to the in-game world thanks to our own experience coping with the pandemic. Give this game a try if you are tired of modern AAA games recycling same old same concepts and ripping you off with loot boxes and microtransactions. If you just want to endlessly and mindlessly shoot and punch enemies, Death Stranding isn't for you.    … Expand
  59. Musico-vagante
    Oct 5, 2021
    7
    O jogo está belíssimo, a ambientação muito boa, o uso do dualsense realmente me deixou ainda mais imerso no mundo, porém ainda é muito cansativo. O gameplay, apesar dos 60 fps não é tão fluido em alguns momentos. Ao escalar, por exemplo, a movimentação do Sam decepciona.
  60. bombita34
    Oct 4, 2021
    10
    Игра буквально сделанный богом ,спустившийся на землю что бы радовать игроков ,а вот плохие оценки поставили предвзято даже не поиграв в игру
  61. PlatinumHEAD
    Oct 4, 2021
    0
    оригинал понравился но в этом переиздании слишком мало нового чтобы платить фулл прайс
  62. Artemon96
    Oct 4, 2021
    3
    And a new round of "elitism" of the Sony boys. They will put 10 out of 10 on kojima's fingertips, even if they sell the same game twice, three times, etc. And the problem is not Billy boy, but Sony's politics. They release a game with a minimum of innovations at full price. Yes, any company for this would have been drowned in dislikes and 0/0 for a long time. But Sony doesn't care, theyAnd a new round of "elitism" of the Sony boys. They will put 10 out of 10 on kojima's fingertips, even if they sell the same game twice, three times, etc. And the problem is not Billy boy, but Sony's politics. They release a game with a minimum of innovations at full price. Yes, any company for this would have been drowned in dislikes and 0/0 for a long time. But Sony doesn't care, they milk their fans for money, and they are even happy. And of course the release of the director's cut only on PS is, to put it mildly, piggish. Well, the comments of Sony fans that it is necessary to completely cancel the user rating completely speaks for itself. They're not playing a game, they're playing numbers on metacritic. After all, 10 out of 10 elitism must be maintained, because Sony simply cannot release bad games on its platform.… Expand
  63. Juanita1
    Oct 4, 2021
    10
    Sehr schöne Atmosphäre und Darsteller. Die Grafik sieht auch sehr schön aus.
  64. Avorax
    Oct 4, 2021
    10
    Pensaba que seria una mierda de juego cuando todo el mundo me decia que era el delivero simulator, pero nada mas lejos de la realidad, esta BRUTAL,No esperaba nada y volvi con oro.
  65. SickK
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    They made a masterpiece even better. This game offers you a unique and amazing experience, you never had. A must play!
  66. Asellum
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    Great masterpeace. Very deep in game story, exceptional gameplay and mistery atmosphere. Good actors,great music and Kojima.
  67. Fanchbretagne
    Oct 3, 2021
    1
    Je suis pas content.
    Là en gros il sont en train de nous vendre un DLC pour le prix d'un nouveau jeu. Et quand je vois ce que coute la mise à niveau du jeu avec le dlc quand on a déjà le jeu sur ps4, c'est encore plus honteux.
    Comment on peut accepter ça. Et quand je vois tout ceux qui mettent 18-19-20 pour ça, c'est pas normal sachant que c'est gratuit partout ailleurs ou juste quelques    Je suis pas content.
    Là en gros il sont en train de nous vendre un DLC pour le prix d'un nouveau jeu. Et quand je vois ce que coute la mise à niveau du jeu avec le dlc quand on a déjà le jeu sur ps4, c'est encore plus honteux.
    Comment on peut accepter ça. Et quand je vois tout ceux qui mettent 18-19-20 pour ça, c'est pas normal sachant que c'est gratuit partout ailleurs ou juste quelques euros pour les studio plus vénal. Sony vient de passer pour le constructeur et ses studios pour les plis cher du marché. C'est même une première et les seuls à faire payer une mise à niveau graphique d'un jeu récent. Sans parler des 2-3 options supplémentaires qui sont gratuites partout ailleurs, même le DLC est l'un des plus cher de l'histoire connaissant en plus qu'il est pas non plus énorme et propose quelques chose de dispensable.    … Expand
  68. denorx
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    Amazing as the original, just wayy better. 4K60 is so crisp and it’s what this game deserved.
  69. songforyou0313
    Oct 2, 2021
    10
    This is the only game I would call it an "artwork".
    Kojima built a world with his unique own way. Creative story, epic music, stunning cutscenes.

    Btw, the gameplay is not a walk simulator. As the story goes, you get more and more equipment and vehicles. Also, you need a proper plan and resource control, which make every delivery very different.
  70. KasaethaN
    Oct 2, 2021
    10
    Not a game for everyone, just for people who really love art and details, patient enough to actually understand what this game is about. If you get it, it's a totally amazing, genuine and different experience.
  71. Ad345
    Oct 2, 2021
    10
    If you really want a original experience, you have to play this game, i know its a slow pace game, but its gonna be worth it
  72. Hooks235
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    It feels like no one checks or maintains this Metacritic site, since a bunch of no-lifers who have not even played the game can simply put 0 and say: "this game was not released on the PC, so I'll put 0". About the game: I played it (unlike others who put 0). I can say that this is a unique experience: a new interesting idea with a plot, new mechanics, great implementation of theIt feels like no one checks or maintains this Metacritic site, since a bunch of no-lifers who have not even played the game can simply put 0 and say: "this game was not released on the PC, so I'll put 0". About the game: I played it (unlike others who put 0). I can say that this is a unique experience: a new interesting idea with a plot, new mechanics, great implementation of the controller into the game, fascinating graphics. Kojima has created a completely new product, and this is very important, because now everyone create second-rate games with the same mechanics and storylines, so appreciate unique games like Death Stranding, there are not so many of them on the market, so go buy it and experience it for yourself!… Expand
  73. FearTheClown
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    Loved it before and love it again. A one of a kind experience. Not for summer action movie bros.
  74. Greenman3374
    Sep 30, 2021
    10
    Probably the most unique game I have ever played, Interesting mechanics and extremely deep storyline. Definitely not an in your face shooter or action game if thats what your looking for but graphics are amazing, game-play is strangely tedious, soothing and enjoyable all at the same time. A killer soundtrack to really set the feels too. Have put off buying this game due to bad reviews butProbably the most unique game I have ever played, Interesting mechanics and extremely deep storyline. Definitely not an in your face shooter or action game if thats what your looking for but graphics are amazing, game-play is strangely tedious, soothing and enjoyable all at the same time. A killer soundtrack to really set the feels too. Have put off buying this game due to bad reviews but I'm telling you this was a pleasure to play and i wish i got into it earlier.… Expand
  75. sergioodoardi
    Sep 29, 2021
    0
    Walking simulator all over again. 2 or 3 more things but they are selling it like it was a brand new game. Trash.
  76. rrafemi
    Sep 29, 2021
    5
    Debería ponerle menos nota. Que cosa más soporífera de juego. Lo único que se salva es la historia además de los gráficos porque el desarrollo deja muchísimo que desear.

    Te mandan a tomar viento una y otra vez, lugares lejísimos, lo único que haces es caminar y de vez en cuando usar algún vehículo. Y luego otras tantas veces te mandan de vuelta al principio del mapa. Es una total y    Debería ponerle menos nota. Que cosa más soporífera de juego. Lo único que se salva es la historia además de los gráficos porque el desarrollo deja muchísimo que desear.

    Te mandan a tomar viento una y otra vez, lugares lejísimos, lo único que haces es caminar y de vez en cuando usar algún vehículo. Y luego otras tantas veces te mandan de vuelta al principio del mapa. Es una total y absoluta pérdida de tiempo de juego. Así yo también hago juegos que duren 200 horas.

    Luego es como jugar al citiville, construyes algo y tienes que pedirle al vecino que te mande recursos para completarlo. Tardas horas o días.

    Por favor, que sopor de juego.    … Expand
  77. Jbx
    Sep 29, 2021
    10
    Amazing game, so much wierd fun. Kojima is a rolemodel for other game developers. How will ever be able to play a linear shooter that is obviously made for twelve year olds, ever again.
  78. Darkula666
    Sep 29, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love MGS. Love it. My favorite seres.
    I love open world games. I love good music and graphics I love Norman Reedus This however is the worst game I ever played. I honestly can’t get over how boring this game is.
    It’s the worst. The worst gameplay ever. I am so disappointed with this game. It looked bad, but I have a PS5 so why not, how bad can 4K 60 be Turns out…. Pretty bad !!!    … Expand
  79. ValeriaInarritu
    Sep 29, 2021
    10
    I love this game so much. And I'm happy to play this version, no bugs, 4K and stable fps, thank you so much Kojima Productions! A year ago I bought Sam Bridges replica cap and I put it on even when I play Death Stranding!
  80. Lunaor
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Deathstranding is an outstanding game. Great story, slow paced game. Great to get lost in the gameplay can play for hours.
  81. dangyosabyss
    Sep 28, 2021
    4
    The director's cut adds a new area, a racetrack, some songs, a few missions and a few items. What caused them to think that this games ATROCIOUS driving warranted a race track I do not know. It is abhorrent. The new area (building and top of a hill) is beautiful but really is something that was cut out in order to sell back to us later on. Wait for the price to fall. It isnt 2deep4u. It isThe director's cut adds a new area, a racetrack, some songs, a few missions and a few items. What caused them to think that this games ATROCIOUS driving warranted a race track I do not know. It is abhorrent. The new area (building and top of a hill) is beautiful but really is something that was cut out in order to sell back to us later on. Wait for the price to fall. It isnt 2deep4u. It is a walking sim given a kojima makeover with added urination and poop jokes. This is the point where we must stop kissing Hideo's rear because his games are suffering. From the visionary who brought us the first 3 MGS games we are right in expecting more. Maybe its time he left video games to people who enjoy playing them and just go off to make movies.

    For my original review see below:

    First and foremost It is a walking sim. The presentation and actors are great and the world looks beautiful but there is very little actual gameplay fun to be had here. Hideos intentions are honourable verging on sickly but the point persists that video games must be fun and there is very little to be found in DS. This is exactly the kind of bloated movie with added game that konami canned him for. In no way is it acceptable to have to skip the same 4 cutscenes every time just to shower. I would urge players to note the amount of times they have thought 'just let me play the game'. And from past experience we know that games that do this lack gameplay - MGS4 for example. At this point Hideo should just go and make movies because the severe amount of bloated pointless garbage in this game renders gameplay an afterthought. It is charming: the cast are great and a few terrible lines aside its a fairly solid (sorry) story. But it is a lot less smart than it believes itself to be. It is everything questionable/bad about Hideos games and please note i am saying this as a fan of 20years and having completed DS and nearly Platinum'd it. It is blatant that Kojima has played and attempted to ripoff games like Journey and Firewatch. DS is a big budget faux-hollywood version of these games. Isolation is a theme throughout but upon beating the game it feels more like an excuse for foisting an empty world on us. I will never condone konamis practices but after experiencing DS i can understand why they kept tabs on the Kojimaisms in all the games hes released. This is not an MGS2-esque prophecy that will be relevant in a decade - it is a knee-jerk pander piece trying to cash in on modern political paranoia. What many will refuse to admit is that after making a series based on the Patriots system of control you spend DS building one yourself amid claims that it will 'bring da people togevur'. The formula for the gameplay we do get is 'Go from A to B dodging ghosts or humans - meet thank you hologram - rinse and repeat' and it is not good enough. I cannot tell you how many times my thumb ached from holding the same direction for minutes on end. A total lack of dynamism. It is honestly an amazon simulator and any majesty the world had evaporates when you can build roads through it. I have lost a lot of faith in my usual trusted reviewers because theyre calling this game a 9+/10 and that is nowhere near true.
    Hideo is a genius and the world sorely needs his games. But this is barely a game. I think we have reached the point where he should just go and make movies because this game is an afterthought attached to one.    … Expand
  82. fadz13
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    One of the best-looking games on PS5. Way ahead of its time. Therapeutically relaxing to wind down to and playing it can be a form of soul meditation.
    Great use of the DualSense's haptic feedback and 3D audio. The incredible soundtrack while traversing the terrain.
    Hideo Kojima really tried to show the importance of the journey and the small incremental victories and enjoying the routine    One of the best-looking games on PS5. Way ahead of its time. Therapeutically relaxing to wind down to and playing it can be a form of soul meditation.
    Great use of the DualSense's haptic feedback and 3D audio. The incredible soundtrack while traversing the terrain.
    Hideo Kojima really tried to show the importance of the journey and the small incremental victories and enjoying the routine experiences over just having a good destination.    … Expand
  83. KHS
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Мне игра понравилась на 10 из 10. Это однозначно уникальный гемплей, которого раньше не было ни в одной игре. Крутой сетевой режим. Нестандартный сюжет. Игра расслабляет и увлекает. Это моё первое прохождение, мне игра понравилась. Хочу посоветовать её тем, кто хочет просто немного отдохнуть и расслабиться.Мне игра понравилась на 10 из 10. Это однозначно уникальный гемплей, которого раньше не было ни в одной игре. Крутой сетевой режим. Нестандартный сюжет. Игра расслабляет и увлекает. Это моё первое прохождение, мне игра понравилась. Хочу посоветовать её тем, кто хочет просто немного отдохнуть и расслабиться.
  84. Shams84
    Sep 28, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Kojima must be very ignorant, a pity of time and money, I work in life like a porter now I play the role of porter in a game! A one point just because of the graphics of the game… Expand
  85. Rashimoto
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    *spoiler free* This game is fantastic but it understandably isn't for everyone. My fiancé for example loved watching me play this game but when he tried to play he found the traversal aspect difficult. The game mimics real-life balancing functions and you have to plan routes to make deliveries and overcome challenging and intimidating monsters made of Lovecraftian nightmares while trying*spoiler free* This game is fantastic but it understandably isn't for everyone. My fiancé for example loved watching me play this game but when he tried to play he found the traversal aspect difficult. The game mimics real-life balancing functions and you have to plan routes to make deliveries and overcome challenging and intimidating monsters made of Lovecraftian nightmares while trying to connect America after a mysterious apocalyptic disaster. The plot gets insane but it is slow-going in it's unveiling. The gratification is in the experience: connecting people both real and simulated, dealing with isolation and solitude, questioning your eyes, questioning yourself. It's an existential game and if you play games purely for action you won't be satisfied here. But if you like strategy games and challenges and looking for clues in the minutiae, and the idea of leaving behind footprints that may help others in their solitude, this is the game for you. It's brilliantly executed and gorgeously rendered. Visually cinematic, and that's not hyperbole. Many write it off as a "delivery game" but this is a misrepresentation because as gamers we are conditioned to be destination-focused. The premise of DS is not in the deliveries nor the destination but in the journey between. It's an atmospheric experience driven by the player with the end goal being the joy you find in helping others who are taking roads less traveled. And the monsters you encounter aren't always the obvious ones. This is my favorites Kojima game by far, 2nd only to MGS2, which elements of the latter can be found now in the directors cut with new stealth-based missions. Don't be afraid to try something new.… Expand
  86. PetrGusev
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Unique experience! If you a fan of Kojima games, you must buy death stranding
  87. Qouaxlrose
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Excelente game, o que era bom melhorou e adicionou mais ainda, mais ação, dinâmica...jogão...
  88. charlietoohuman
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    I played through the OG version and LOVED it. I personally would give this game an 8 or 9, but like another reviewer said, I’m going to give this a full 10 because I’m sick of seeing these review bombing trolls. Just doing my part.
  89. Josh645678
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Amazing game worth the 10 dollar upgrade please do not listen to the trolls on here max about it not being on there platform this whole console war stuff is getting out of hand y’all need to stop both sides
  90. Joseph117
    Sep 28, 2021
    0
    this game is very boring, repetitive and easy. The added content isn’t all that special either.
  91. Bastard1998
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    The great game becomes more greater. It looks awesome on PS5, and the dualsense features just amazing! There is not much of a new content, but I didn't expect for something big for 10$. I recommend it to everyone, who wants to replay the game, or who wants to play it for the firs time. Don't listen to haters. This game is not only abot fun, it's about helping each other. It's so nice toThe great game becomes more greater. It looks awesome on PS5, and the dualsense features just amazing! There is not much of a new content, but I didn't expect for something big for 10$. I recommend it to everyone, who wants to replay the game, or who wants to play it for the firs time. Don't listen to haters. This game is not only abot fun, it's about helping each other. It's so nice to see, that your buildings helped so many people. If you're just going from A to B, you won't get pleasure from this game. But if you helping each other, make buildings, you'll get a great pleasure from this game.… Expand
  92. Gamer_geek2
    Sep 27, 2021
    10
    Amazing game ,xbots are just dumb they are giving it bad reviews so yah.play the game
  93. Sinroyal_gaming
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    This game is definitely worth the $10 upgrade. it’s slow to pick up at first but once you put few hours in the story gets really good.
  94. eDe11
    Sep 28, 2021
    0
    No Monster Energy in the director's version? Kojima betrayed us all. Sam can only drink Monster Energy - that's the basis of the game.
  95. Gamecriticpro
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    I honestly think the game deserves an 8, but I'm giving it a 10 just to upset all the trolls!
  96. Goku_5297
    Sep 28, 2021
    9
    I had bought the ps4 version just recently and got the upgrade for very cheap. Super glad that Kojima thought of the gamers!!. The Haptic Feedback blew me away, it's so damn accurate and feels super good. The visuals are great. Had frame drop on couple of occasions for a second or two, other than that it's phenomenal.
  97. knolya
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Death Stranding is the best game from Kojima ever , Yes better than Metal Gear Solid
  98. playgamer2014
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Tá aí um bom jogo, quando tem a mão da PLAYSTATION envolvido só sai nesse naipe aí, já na concorrência verde do fracasso só tem jogos baixa renda pra enganar os gados do Phil kkkkkkkk, chupaa. Caixistas mongolóides sss.
  99. Espee
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. If you haven't played it, don't rate it. It makes open world traversal the actual interesting part of the game, which is awesome. It's weird and probably not for everyone, but if you really play and it clicks, it's an amazing journey.
  100. JokerSakuragi
    Sep 28, 2021
    9
    Loved the game even if people say its a courier game. The director cut helped the game make it more confortable and easy to finish.
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#20 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2021
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#16 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2021

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85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 66 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 66
  3. Negative: 0 out of 66
  1. CD-Action
    Jan 19, 2022
    80
    Director's Cut is by far the best way to experience Kojima’s latest game. However, if you’ve already played Death Stranding and you’re considering buying the new edition just for the added content, better sleep on it. [12/2021, p.78]
  2. Shindig
    Dec 12, 2021
    60
    Death Stranding: Director’s Cut is a solid remaster with smart upgrades that build upon the original release without taking away from what made it a unique experience. The game itself has a lot to say and some of it is genuinely compelling, however, the pacing is abhorrent and the core gameplay is a deadly pill made out of tedium and boredom, that I really wish I hadn’t swallowed. Let’s hope I’m a Repatriate.
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  3. Gamersky
    Dec 2, 2021
    100
    Whether the 4k60 frames or the powerful features of DualSense, the experience of Death Stranding: Director's Cut has been taken to another level. With this Director's Cut, there will be some new feelings when going through the "journey of connection" again.
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