Imported from my Backloggery:

Despite having a convoluted plot and absolutely ridiculous dialogue at points, Death Stranding delivers a narrative and experience that I will remember for years to come. There are so many themes, so many moving parts to the narrative that could be picked apart and analyzed infinitely. The choice of music in the game is phenomenal as well. The graphics and sound design, as well as the mechanics that supplement the walking make the gameplay meditative, enjoyable, and magical at points.