Death Stranding: Director's Cut

2021 505 Games

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PlayStation 5 PC iOS Mac Xbox Series X|S

Game modes

Single player

HowLongToBeat

Main

37:45

Main +

59:15

100%

112:15

Details

First release date

September 24, 2021

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Summary

Death Stranding is an action game set in a post-apocalyptic United States. Players control Sam Porter Bridges, a courier tasked with reconnecting isolated cities via a communication network while delivering essential cargo. The gameplay blends traversal, resource management, and narrative elements, with a focus on social connectivity through asynchronous multiplayer. It is known for its unique mechanics, atmospheric world, and philosophical themes. The Director's Cut includes more character action, extended storylines through new missions and a unique Social Strand System to stay connected with other players around the globe.

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OpenCritic reviews

104Reviews86Great score

PlayStation LifeStyle

September 23, 2021

Masterpiece

Every new line of code written enhances the original experience, bringing new ways for existing players to enjoy Death Stranding again. Whether you're here for exploring the factory and playing with the new toys like I am or want to challenge friends for top spot on the racing and firing range leaderboards, odds are there is a reason for you to come...

God is a Geek

March 29, 2022

Masterpiece

The Death Stranding Director's Cut on PC is well worth it for fans and for those who missed it first time around.

Attack of the Fanboy

September 23, 2021

Great

Overall, Death Stranding Director’s Cut is solid as a PS5 port, but underwhelming as a Director’s Cut. If you were expecting a big new story expansion akin to Iki Island, then you’ll be disappointed by this Director’s Cut. If you just want to jump back into Death Stranding for a few hours in 60 FPS, then you’ll have a decent time. I wish more could...

Metro GameCentral

September 28, 2021

Worthwhile

It's hard to believe this is Hideo Kojima's preferred version of the game, considering it side lines so much of the core gameplay and adds little else of any substance.

Shacknews

September 23, 2021

The Death Stranding Director’s Cut adds enough new tools and toys for players to utilize to make the experience worth replaying for those diehard fans. And for those that were unsure about getting in, the shuffling and redistribution of tools ensures that the early game is more approachable, while still retaining the sense of scale and progression offered...