I try some games at different times because maybe the gaming mood I was in at a particular time made me not like it. Like right now, I have serious Souls/souls-like fatigue. Do playing a game like them would probably not be a good fit.
The story in Death Stranding seemed interesting/crazy. But I just couldn't stick with the super boring gameplay. I got what I'd assume is maybe halfway the last time I tried, but the game failed at keeping me interested.
I'm willing to look past a bad first entry to a series, if the sequel is good. Assassin's Creed comes to mind.