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Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

Image: Steam / its publisher

  • Soulslike
  • Action
  • Feudal Japan

A shinobi in Sengoku-era Japan. Its combat is based on deflecting blows to break the enemy's posture: once you master it, it's a perfect sword duel. No classes or builds: everything depends on your skill.

Why play it now

When you have energy, concentration and the will to overcome a real challenge.

Who it's for

For anyone who wants to master a demanding combat system and experience the satisfaction of beating extremely tough bosses.

When not to pick it

If you're tired or want to relax: it's one of the hardest games of its generation.

What it offers

  • Combat / action: 100 out of 100
  • Exploring: 60 out of 100
  • Story: 50 out of 100
  • Thinking: 45 out of 100

Our own editorial classification, not Steam data.

Details

Controller
Controller support
Disk space
25 GB (minimum)
Steam Deck
Verified
Steam reviews
95% positive (356,499)
Metacritic
88/100
Developer
FromSoftware, Inc.
Release date
21 MAR 2019
Steam genres
Action, Adventure

Based on what the game states on Steam.