Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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Universal acclaim- based on 1759 Ratings

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  1. LordGandhii4
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a brutal, relentless game that rewards mechanical skill or ingenuity (depending on which approach you take) while also proving to be a focused, polished title that never feels too frustrating or slow. If you have the patience to play through this game, I wholeheartedly recommend it, because it's an incredibly satisfying experience that really puts all theSekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a brutal, relentless game that rewards mechanical skill or ingenuity (depending on which approach you take) while also proving to be a focused, polished title that never feels too frustrating or slow. If you have the patience to play through this game, I wholeheartedly recommend it, because it's an incredibly satisfying experience that really puts all the skills you've developed playing video games to the limit.… Expand
  2. Krobatn795
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    Sekiro is by all means deserving all praise. The exploration, storytelling and visuals are on par with, and at times even surpass From Software’s older games, however the combat itself has been overhauled massively which makes Sekiro their best game to date.
  3. Solids1hat
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    This is best From software game, it is even better than Dark Souls 1. It is also a antidote for the mediocre micro-transaction generic game we see from other studios.
  4. Tzarian133
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    That aside is the game fun? For me it is exhilarating, it has more than lived up to the hype, and it keeps impressing me with every new step I take. It's such a fresh take on the over-permiated souls-like genre, and feels like it takes genuine skill and timing to progress. Every boss is a new challenge that beats you into the ground over and over again, until you enter a flow and finallyThat aside is the game fun? For me it is exhilarating, it has more than lived up to the hype, and it keeps impressing me with every new step I take. It's such a fresh take on the over-permiated souls-like genre, and feels like it takes genuine skill and timing to progress. Every boss is a new challenge that beats you into the ground over and over again, until you enter a flow and finally do it in one breath. The sense of progression that you feel when you go from taking a minute per silly swordsman at the beginning to when you learn the game and can easily dispose of generals without taking a hit.… Expand
  5. Crushcan3478
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    i have reached the point of the game where i play the game over and over and i feel like the boss instead of the actual bosses.
  6. Blagia309
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    The one thing that I want to emphasize on is the sheer quality of the game as a whole. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice really feels and plays like an ideal AAA product, with every aspect being so polished to perfection. It delivers an unforgettable experience while transporting you to this deep, mystical and fictional Japanese land on the verge of collapse, keeping you on the edge of your seatThe one thing that I want to emphasize on is the sheer quality of the game as a whole. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice really feels and plays like an ideal AAA product, with every aspect being so polished to perfection. It delivers an unforgettable experience while transporting you to this deep, mystical and fictional Japanese land on the verge of collapse, keeping you on the edge of your seat throughout the journey, while effectively testing all your skills as a player.… Expand
  7. Brisbane83
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    Weirdly enough, this might be my favorite FROM's game so far. No useless fat, very to the point. Much more engaging combat (no endless roll-attack-roll-attack). Stealth is very basic but gets better in late game with more options.
  8. 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
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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.
  14. 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.
  15. 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.
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. 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.
  19. Trojan9757
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    The amount of people saying this game is bad because they suck at the game is just hilarious.
  20. 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
  21. Jojodumb863
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    This was my first game in the Souls-like genre. It blew me away. Such a great game.
  22. mlnsn
    Jul 22, 2021
    8
    Gameplay : 8/10
    Design (video + audio) : 8/10
    Story : 7/10
    Technical aspects : 9/10
    Repeatability: 8/10
  23. Fannieboc41
    Jul 9, 2021
    10
    Came in expecting unplayable white-knuckle difficulty, left with one of my favorite From Software titles. Wonderful game if you enjoy a challenge.
  24. Kingsupere408
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    My favorite From Soft game. The level of engagement, how deeply you interact with enemies and bosses is the best part of this game.
  25. Acidtrip4
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    The only souls game i love so far. three platforms and still kicking. Such a great game.
  26. wwwzzzzz
    Oct 20, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Interesting and new mechanisms..........................................!!!… Expand
  27. Riann87
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    The truth is just one, people who are giving grades lower than 7 is because they couldn't play, they must not even have passed the first Boss! LOL
  28. BharborButcher0
    May 2, 2022
    10
    um dos melhores da geração, pra mim o melhor da From, a jogabilidade é perfeita, a agilidade, combates, esse jogo é fora de série.
  29. richyet93
    Dec 11, 2021
    9
    Most satisfying sword play in a game I’ve played. Mechanics towards crowd control could be better, but 1v1 duels are epic.
  30. qBoris
    May 19, 2023
    10
    Very good fight mechanics. Awesome bosses. I finished 3 times back to back to see all endings and fight for all bosses. It's hard but defiantly worth every seconds of it .
  31. cchenders40
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It took me three years to finally beat this game. I picked this game up and expected dark souls with ninjas, and as a result this game destroyed my soul and I rage quit and didn’t return to it for 3 years. When I came back to it finally I stopped trying to play it like dark souls and played it like it is supposed to be played. This is an anti-souls game. The people who will have the most trouble with this game are people who love souls games and are expecting more of the same here. When I finally got it and the combat clicked boy did I fall in love with this game. This may be the best combat system in all of gaming. It’s fast, frenetic, and high risk/high reward. When you get it down it feels amazing. In some ways it’s like a rhythm game, each fight is a dance with its own pacing. The story here is some of Froms best work. It is subtle yet profound. The best example of this is seen in the games beginning and ending. The game is bookended as you fight the same bad guy (sort of) at the beginning of the game and again at the end (before the actual final boss) in the same location under similar circumstances. In the first scene at the games beginning wolf (Sekiro) fumbles to grab his sword, as he is at a low in his life having failed and been imprisoned. By the end of the game however, he smoothly grabs his sword without taking his eyes off his foe. He is confident now, he has been refined and grown from where he once was, he knows what he must do and he does it. That type of subtle character building is all over the game and I love it. The world is so well realized here, the characters are interesting, the atmosphere is great, the art style is beautiful, and the game design is unmatched. This game literally teaches you to be a master at it without you knowing. I struggled for hours at the beginning but by the time of my second play through I was able to fly through the game in half the time and best most of the bosses on my first try. The game is designed to teach you. It is brilliantly made and expertly crafted. The boss battles are brilliant and thrilling as well. I also want to just say that this game takes a HUGE risk and I respect the heck out of it for that. There are found endings to this game (a true ending, two normal endings, and a bad or evil ending) the evil ending can be chosen 2/3 through the game. As a result of you choose that path you miss out on one of the biggest and coolest locations in the game and roughly 5 main bosses. How many people have played this game and missed all that content and just thought “well I guess that’s it”?! That is crazy sauce! But I think that’s such a cool decision. Man this is an amazing game. I might even go so far to say that it is my favorite fromsoftware game yet (Elden Ring has not released yet so this might change for me). I give this game a 10 please try it for yourself!… Expand
  32. ElTula
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Yo el año pasado jugué sekiro y hace mucho tiempo que un juego no enganchaba tanto con un vídeo juego solitario, diseños de enemigos, mapa, animaciones, efectos todo está muy bien cuida
    do ... Personalmente lo único que no me gustó diría que es la historia le daría un 7/10 todo lo demás es magnífico sin duda este juego se volvió uno de mis favoritos a día de hoy ya le tengo como 500 horas    Yo el año pasado jugué sekiro y hace mucho tiempo que un juego no enganchaba tanto con un vídeo juego solitario, diseños de enemigos, mapa, animaciones, efectos todo está muy bien cuida
    do ... Personalmente lo único que no me gustó diría que es la historia le daría un 7/10 todo lo demás es magnífico sin duda este juego se volvió uno de mis favoritos a día de hoy ya le tengo como 500 horas jugadas    … Expand
  33. mtsssssssss
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    this is incredible, best game of all time no cap, the combat is amazing, and the lore too
  34. AO-Stroke
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    one of the best games of this decade, at some point I stopped finding the game very difficult and it was in 2019 the year of its release, and now since this beginning of the year I started the game again I finished it 100% I had all the successes, I must say that you have to have perseverance and observe the opponents to really get something positive out of it and to move forward andone of the best games of this decade, at some point I stopped finding the game very difficult and it was in 2019 the year of its release, and now since this beginning of the year I started the game again I finished it 100% I had all the successes, I must say that you have to have perseverance and observe the opponents to really get something positive out of it and to move forward and that's it for the life in every day to question themselves. The game is magnificent, I just hope for a sequel after Elden Ring.… Expand
  35. Menoxiros
    Feb 6, 2023
    9
    Sekiro is one of the best games i have ever played. Now i tell you why. First the things im don‘t like. One is the weird camera, which sometime just turns arround is just not good. Second is the Position of the checkpoints, sometimes there like a whole city with no checkpoint and sometimes there‘s like one house between theme. Anything else is just great. The graphics are even for 2022Sekiro is one of the best games i have ever played. Now i tell you why. First the things im don‘t like. One is the weird camera, which sometime just turns arround is just not good. Second is the Position of the checkpoints, sometimes there like a whole city with no checkpoint and sometimes there‘s like one house between theme. Anything else is just great. The graphics are even for 2022 very good.The story i not great, but not bad too. The combat system is the best i know, every fight feels great, of course it‘s not such flexible cause you have just one main weapon, but that not so important cause the developers did it to make a perfect balanced weapon which is just ultra fun to play with. Some people say because there‘s only one weapon which you cant upgrade it don‘t feel rewarding but most things you find have a reason why they are ingame. Most fun are the bosses many people say they are to difficult but they‘re just bad (and the first game from from software I played is elden ring which many peoply say is a ˋeasyˋ from software game and sekiro has arround the same difficulty) it just feel like a dance he hits, you parry, you hits he parry, sounds very boring but feel such great. Everyone who hasn‘t played the game yet shouod play it instantly as long as it is not his first action video game. Sorry for my bad english im german.… Expand
  36. uncleblazer
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
    this is the best game i've ever played. not going to be for everyone since it isn't a traditional souls game and it can be very hard at times. the combat is top tier, very deep and a lot of ways to play with the different tools and arts. game story is great, i really like all the endings, you have to do some digging to get a lot of context for the story but i found it worth it. has some ofthis is the best game i've ever played. not going to be for everyone since it isn't a traditional souls game and it can be very hard at times. the combat is top tier, very deep and a lot of ways to play with the different tools and arts. game story is great, i really like all the endings, you have to do some digging to get a lot of context for the story but i found it worth it. has some of the best boss fights. the human bosses are good but a couple of the beast bosses are amazing. game looks and sounds great. voice actors for english and japanese are awesome they did really good work. add sekiro dlc or sequel to the long list of things fromsoftware needs to be working on.… Expand
  37. kopety
    Jan 29, 2023
    9
    My second favourite From Software game. The combat is tuned to perfection. Hitting those perfect deflects feel more satisfying than sex


    Ok i’m lying but it’s awesome
  38. EalyLiu
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    It's great. It's the best game I've ever seen. The picture is exquisite, the movement is smooth, and the design is exquisite.
  39. ZackH25
    Mar 28, 2023
    8
    For me although a great game it is somewhat overrated. Firstly the areas, the bosses/ mini bosses and most the enemies are very well designed. My favourite boss has to be the Genichro boss fight as it was quite epic, a fair challenge if prepped well and when summoned lighting it was very exciting. The level design was also great. The main problem is with combat. Combat is good but itFor me although a great game it is somewhat overrated. Firstly the areas, the bosses/ mini bosses and most the enemies are very well designed. My favourite boss has to be the Genichro boss fight as it was quite epic, a fair challenge if prepped well and when summoned lighting it was very exciting. The level design was also great. The main problem is with combat. Combat is good but it forces you to only play in a few ways. This is because it only lets you use one main weapon plus a few items. So there is less customisation and ways to play in this game compared to other souls game. I know they were trying to make you learn deflecting but more ways to win and beat the game would have been better… Expand
  40. coreymickael
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    Perfect
    This is one of the best games for all of time
    I'll never regret for playing Sekiro
  41. LostTarnished
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    The very moment you walk as a shinobi you can realise how masterpiece it is
    It is different souls like but the best different
  42. Augoosetus
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Rating; 9.6

    This was my first game in to the Fromsoft catalog of amazing games, and it did not disappoint. The combat masterly designed, and requires a lot of practice and skill to perfect. Bosses utilize this combat system to the fullest, with some of the best bosses ever designed, and made being in this game. The story for the most part, is also really interesting for people who focus    Rating; 9.6

    This was my first game in to the Fromsoft catalog of amazing games, and it did not disappoint. The combat masterly designed, and requires a lot of practice and skill to perfect. Bosses utilize this combat system to the fullest, with some of the best bosses ever designed, and made being in this game. The story for the most part, is also really interesting for people who focus on that side of the game. Not everyone will have the best of time playing this game, however, and could end up leaving it outrage. The reason for this is because of the aforementioned combat system that requires a lot of practice to get used to and to perfect usage of. Overall, this is an amazing game that pretty much has no complaints from my side.    … Expand
  43. Elwardy
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Perfect. I never played a game with these aesthetics. The Japanese culture is amazing. It's the best souls like gender by Elden Ring. You must play, if you want sure. ;)
  44. Poikito
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Es diferente en muchos aspectos. La verdad nunca sentí tanta satisfacción en un juego después del primer God of war. Este título sabe como hacerte sentir esa emoción de derrotar a un jefe o explorar una soná nueva. La. Historia es excelente. Es único en su tipo
  45. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!! sekieo
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  1. GameGrin
    Dec 2, 2019
    90
    It’s certainly not a game for those looking for a more relaxing trip through mythical Japanese inspired locales, but whoever decides to stick with Sekiro through its hardships are bound to experience one of the most rewarding and memorable titles of the year.
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  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    May 22, 2019
    90
    The corollary of its obsessive refusal to countenance even a hint of compromise is the vast amount of satisfaction it provides when you do finally make those breakthroughs and progress to a new area. If you fancy yourself as a hardcore gamer, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is the embodiment of what games are all about. [Issue#177, p.77]
  3. Cubed3
    May 3, 2019
    90
    Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is the breath of fresh air the "Soulsborne" sub-genre needed. It proves that stats, levelling-up, and equipment, is not what makes this kind of games. Instead, what matters is how death is treated, what sort of consequences there are for choices the player makes, and really big doors that open dramatically slow. The verticality of the level design, grappling hook, jumping and almost Zelda-style progression makes this one stand out in an ever increasing sea of imitators. Ultimately, this is more than just a sum of its parts; it's full of mystery, jaw-dropping spectacle and intense satisfaction.
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