Any death stranding updates
I’m still on the third chapter. Have had to play a little bit slower because I’ve also been trying to do schoolwork.
The first few hours of the game are undeniably slow - walking everywhere, sneaking past enemies, don’t really have a vehicle towards the end of Episode 2, don’t have much of a way to defend yourself from the different enemies that exist in this game.
Then, the end of Episode 2 hits, and it starts to pick up a lot. The (I’m assuming) main antagonist reveals themselves, and things get crazy.
I’m in the third episode now, and I’ve gained access to vehicles, been able to do a lot more world building with other players, and have viable means to defend myself. I’m finding it to be an enjoyable, atmospheric experience overall, but that’s precisely what I was expecting going into it.
Would I recommend the game? Depends. If you’re a fan of Kojima’s work, sure. If you don’t mind a bit of a slog (especially in the beginning), sure. If you can appreciate games like Red Dead Redemption 2 that force you to play slowly and methodically, sure. If you like a story that isn’t always obvious, but somewhat obscure, in which there are many pieces you have to put together, then go for it. If you like world building, especially with other online players (who you don’t interact with directly), then this game has what you’re looking for.
This is a game where the entertainment is in the travel - and you will be doing a LOT of traveling, which is kinda the point, considering the main character is a post apocalyptic delivery man. This is not an action filled, non stop rollercoaster ride like Call of Duty or even an MGS game. If the thought of that turns you off, I would recommend you skip this game or borrow it from a friend so that you’re not making any monetary commitment to it.
Overall, it’s a welcome change of pace for me. It’s a moody trip through a post apocalyptic hellscape, riddled with ghosts, terrorists, and violent addicts that will attack anyone to get their fix.
I give it 9/10.