Customers regard the graphics, story, and soundtrack of Death Stranding as exceptional, frequently citing them as highlights of the game. However, some players found the controls and pacing to be less intuitive and slower than preferred, while others noted a significant amount of walking. The open world and price point also received positive feedback. Despite some criticisms, many players found the game's unique features engaging.
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Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A True, Cinematic Experience
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
If you like Hideo Kojima games, you will like this one. The story is top notch and the graphics are amazing. The gameplay is a little bit slow at the beginning but it starts getting fun towards the end. I highly recommend this game for fans of Kojima's work.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Fascinating, beautiful. Not for everyone.
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Death Stranding is peak Kojima. It’s a commentary on society, life and death, and showcases Hideo Kojima’s obsession with American culture and politics. I think about this game when I’m not playing it, which is what it wants.
The game is more than a “walking simulator”, although that is much of the game. It’s some of the most satisfying walking you’ll do in a game, I would argue. The game itself is beautiful to look at. It’s also super intense and nerve wracking when you run to to enemies.
It’s definitely not for everyone. If you’re looking for non-stop action and to turn your brain off, this isn’t the game for you. If you’re looking for a thoughtful, tense experience, then maybe this is.
If you’re not sure, I suggest waiting for a sale.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Outstanding game! Very long and drawn out if you love just venturing about which i quite enjoy. Easy to get lost in just wandering, Great graphics and story line. If your running an atmos system even up scaled sounds beautiful!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
This game is different!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The game play is different than any game. You walk a lot to deliver items in this game. It is very slow paced. The visual and sound are good. You would enjoy it if you like “Kojima”type stories.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Overall performance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Amazing story but you gotta work for it.
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
First things first, yes you play a UPS guy delivering packages. But the storyline goes batcrap crazy in typical Kojima fashion. Its awe inspiring. A must play even if to ride out this crazy train of a narrative.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful game but not for everyone
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
If dont like slow gameplay, repetitive gameplay, lots of back tracking, long cutscene, heavy narrative. This is not a game you are not going to like. Other wise you will love it. Recommend first to see videos before making your purchase decision.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Unique
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Death Stranding is a unique game from every corner you look at it. Design, graphics, story. You have to play it for a while to get into it. give it sometime and you will be rewarded. I hope the sequel does things differently though.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Kojima is doing all right by himself.
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Originally I didn't know what to think about this one, but having actually played it, I can say I thoroughly enjoyed it. It's a solid, meditative 60 hours of gameplay, a much easier to digest story, and it all looks great.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay, Story
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Not an uber eat simulator
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It is a good game, if you have fun with its entertaining story and it has many hours of gameplay, ignore what people say that it is an uber eat simulator.
I would recommend this to a friend
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World design
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Control scheme
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Fun, but a little tedious
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The game overall is very fun, and the world building is great. My only complaint is that the controlls can be a little difficult, and it can get boring just running around delivering stuff.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good deal
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Shipped Quickly, well packaged, no rattling. Great deal, thank you.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay, Story
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Another Kojima masterpiece
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I will say this game isn’t for everyone, but I enjoyed the story, the graphics, and concept overall. This is definitely a slow burn kind of game, so take your time with it.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Story for the ages
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This game takes a long time to really get into and process what is happening. However, once it is done, you are in for the story of a lifetime. It is very emotional and breathtaking at many points. Can not recommend this enough.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
5 Star Game
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Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent Graphics. Very good story and strong characters. Can not wait for the sequel.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A+ unexpected experience.
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great game! I'm only about 3hrs in so far but it has been a lot more fun that I expected it to be. If you are expecting tons of action or a call of duty type game, then this is definitely not for you. However, if you are open something new, give a try. If I explained that so far all you do is balance yourself and deliver packages across a crazy town, it'll sound pretty boring..but once you are playing, it is actually a lot of fun. This aside, I have a high quality surround sound system I have invested over 10k in by now and the soundtrack on this game is absolutely awesome. Great LFE and wonderful use of surround speakers. Last but not least, the graphics and in game visuals are great. Highly recommend the game!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worth the wait..IMO
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Worth the wait for me. Been excited since day one, because the trailers were so weird. Great game, beautiful graphics and lots of crazy stuff going in the game. Highly recommend if you want a beautiful and compelling game.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay, Story
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great action adventure game
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Gameplay literally is delivering packages across United States, might not be for everyone, but for those who enjoy a good story and helping others, enjoying beautiful landscapes and a great soundtrack, this game is for you.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Interesting Game
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
As to be expected, Kojima made a very interesting game that has been polarizing the gaming community. Glorified delivery boy simulation or deep narrative on modern social and political constructs....or both....or neither. Open to interpretation to every person. However, in terms of game mechanics has a lot of detail put into it and a fair bit of strategy regarding how to organize packages for optimum balance and efficiency, prevent degradation of your packages, etc. Graphics are phenomenal. Huge world side. I'd recommend to someone looking for a beautiful game with a story that no-one (even Kojima) probably really understands but that is fun nonetheless.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Gameplay
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Didn't quite live up to the hype. Niche game.
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This was one of my most highly anticipated games of the year. The name Hideo Kojima holds a lot of weight in the gaming community.
While I did enjoy the game, it wasn't exactly what I expected or wanted from this A-lister project.
Despite Excellent Graphics, fantastic voice work, and a completely Original story.
I couldn't recommend this game to most people. As it's a very slow burn at the start.
Not suitable for the A.D.D. attention span many have today.
But, if you enjoy a strange though provoking single player experience check this game out.
It's nice to know they still make unique original games, and not just remakes, and sequels with a large budget.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Story
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great graphics and a good story
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Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Excellent graphics and a good story to back it up.