Driver: San Francisco

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7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 461 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 273 out of 461
  2. Mixed: 131 out of 461
  3. Negative: 57 out of 461
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  1. DharcSlayer
    Jun 21, 2023
    9
    So at first glance, the intro of this game looks kind of bland to me, but as you progress through the storyline, it actually gets better.

    The game was super great, a decent amount of licensed cars as well as being able to drive fire trucks, really big rigs, and a few buggys and oldies. you have a kind of underwhelming (it felt a bit rushed) but very interesting storyline, the idea of    So at first glance, the intro of this game looks kind of bland to me, but as you progress through the storyline, it actually gets better.

    The game was super great, a decent amount of licensed cars as well as being able to drive fire trucks, really big rigs, and a few buggys and oldies. you have a kind of underwhelming (it felt a bit rushed) but very interesting storyline, the idea of actually using the AI-driven (I can't say npc cars cuz of the ff reason) cars to use as some sort of barrier (basically you can switch from one "npc" car to another, practically driving any vehicle you see on the road using the sort of soul shifting mechanic), or roadblocking on your incoming street racer opponents to ruin them is really thrilling, you have some parts of the story where you would yeet the cars and a sneak peek to a 2nd person driving is some wacky yet innovative gameplay. we also have a very busy and slightly congested environment here, as well as walking npcs on the sidewalks which brings the game like that really atmospheric lively vibe to it.

    Driving physics here is almost comparable to like GTA4/GTA5, which is a quite arcade-style drive.

    For replay value tho? altho yes, you can start over the game with your already unlocked vehicles saved, I really don't think I would restart all the storyline all over. Is it the best game ever? not really. Would you play it for it's unique mechanics? Absolutely.

    And, if you want to mind control those AI-driven cars and forcefully smash them into one another, Need for speed style, to create some carnage for no reason, this is the game for you.

    oh, and one last thing to mention, you have cinematic camera while you drive. I find that one interesting when I'm making youtube videos. so overall, not bad.    … Expand
  2. AyanDPaul
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    One of the best written games ever made! Even though I was a 2000s kid, I never really played it. Until now. And lemme tell ya. This games captures the 2000s traffic and the general vibe around them very well. And the damage model is ok too! If anyone is left out. You need to try this right now.
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#51 Best PC Game of 2011
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#57 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
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#48 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. PC PowerPlay
    Dec 4, 2011
    60
    Family-friendly smash-ups and a goofy concept. There's something refreshing in this game's profanity-free self-confidence. [Christmas 2011, p.64]
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Nov 15, 2011
    80
    We were worried that the new Driver would be just "good one" but expectations were exceeded by far. Great story, driving physics and a top soundtrack made new Driver a game to remember. [Nov 2011]
  3. PC Gamer
    Nov 9, 2011
    80
    Hardly the drive of your life, but easily one of the most memorable--and a great one-time gimmick done well. [Holiday 2011, p.78]
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