Fallout 4: Far Harbor

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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 270 Ratings

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  1. Sjalka
    Jun 9, 2016
    7
    Well, here is the "big" one - the one "real" expansion - or so it was announced.

    To make it short - i am a little disappointed. However - not so much in the context of Fallout 4 and its content - but rather when i compare it to Fallout NV and its expansions. For the most part, i would compare Far Harbour to the Honest Hearts expansion of New Vegas. A big map - tough enemies and    Well, here is the "big" one - the one "real" expansion - or so it was announced.

    To make it short - i am a little disappointed. However - not so much in the context of Fallout 4 and its content - but rather when i compare it to Fallout NV and its expansions.

    For the most part, i would compare Far Harbour to the Honest Hearts expansion of New Vegas. A big map - tough enemies and somewhat new weaponry and stuff - clearly aimed at the players who are either end game or near endgame.

    Far Harbour does however get beaten .... badly ... by Old World Blues in lore and humor, by Dead Money in terms of lore and atmosphere and by Lonesome Road in terms of backstory and also visual atmosphere.
    Far Harbour is not a bad expansion - but it does feel like it barely reaches above the necessary average.

    The new enemies are alright - but quite frankly, i have seen more variety and creativity in the modding community. The new weapons are nice additions - well modelled and fit in conceptually - but they are nothing astonishing. The survival mode ... well .. is part of the patch, but i ll just include it ... is very nice. However - considering it was kind of meant to be like that from the start ... it is a but a little late.

    In my opinion, the Far Harbour characters are rather boring. They are barebone archetypes at best. The storytelling does not exceed other Fallout 4 quest-lines ... so it is nither better nor worse much.

    In terms of visuals - Far Harbour slightly steps it up with thick mist and an overall damp wetness about the place; a good contrast to the very bright and dry wasteland. It does however come at a high price in terms of performance. In certain areas Far Harbour runs significantly worse than inner city locations in Boston.

    On a personal note.

    I believe to remember Bethesda saying that Far Harbour featured the largest expansion map/geography of any Fallout expansion - ever.
    That statement kind of stuck in my mind - and of course i went exploring and comparing to what i remember from older expansions (dating back to Fallout 3 expansions) ... and i came to the conclusion that

    "...it certainly does not feel like it is bigger..."

    Like the Fallout 4 map - Far Harbour feels cramped and stuffed full with things. You get factions mere meters from each other establishing bases in such vicinity that it does break (my) immersion. Old World Blues felt bigger in sheer geometry to me - and MUCH better paced in terms of encounters and storytelling.

    However - at the end of it all ... it is "more" of Fallout ... and although there is a lot to complain about in Fallout 4 ... one can enjoy and spend dozens of hours with the game. So this expansion is certainly not what i hoped for - but it is enough to have fun with for a good amount of time. Despite all the negative points, i have to admit that it is still fun to play - so i remain a 7/10 - above average    … Expand
  2. Nerocz1
    Jul 14, 2016
    7
    I have really mixed feelings about this one. Don't get me wrong. I absolutely love Fallout 4, BUT. Far Harbor supposed to be a BIG dlc and it is ... in a way.. The problem is that is took my just 4 hours to finish it. (And about two hours i was trying to beat that stupid "memory" level, you will see what i mean). So yes. It is full of contend (meaning size of new explorable space) butI have really mixed feelings about this one. Don't get me wrong. I absolutely love Fallout 4, BUT. Far Harbor supposed to be a BIG dlc and it is ... in a way.. The problem is that is took my just 4 hours to finish it. (And about two hours i was trying to beat that stupid "memory" level, you will see what i mean). So yes. It is full of contend (meaning size of new explorable space) but quests are blend are characters very narrow. Its fine addition worth of money, but nothing special...… Expand
  3. JaydenPickens
    Feb 20, 2019
    6
    It's funny how this dlc is better than the game itself. Better story, better characters, we finally have DECISIONS when it comes to the main quest. The bad things about this dlc are for sure some of the quests, that will remind you of the base game... so yeah "go find this, go kill that". At least not all the quests are like this here. Also the memory puzzle is f***ed up. Don't want to goIt's funny how this dlc is better than the game itself. Better story, better characters, we finally have DECISIONS when it comes to the main quest. The bad things about this dlc are for sure some of the quests, that will remind you of the base game... so yeah "go find this, go kill that". At least not all the quests are like this here. Also the memory puzzle is f***ed up. Don't want to go through it ever again. It makes me sad, that the base game is garbage, while this little dlc tries to redeem it. Well, it won't redeem Fallout 4 or Bethesda in any way, but it's a good dlc. Worth your time, go play it. Pickens approves.… Expand
  4. yosa1
    May 27, 2016
    5
    I love the start of this, the fog was creepy, the idea of some more detective work and discovery was a good premise and of course the new coastal setting is something I happen to really love.

    This DLC suffers from bloated map locations with the only purpose of housing a pile of hostiles; now I don't mind a good old shoot out but it gets ridiculous. When it come to game play the base    I love the start of this, the fog was creepy, the idea of some more detective work and discovery was a good premise and of course the new coastal setting is something I happen to really love.

    This DLC suffers from bloated map locations with the only purpose of housing a pile of hostiles; now I don't mind a good old shoot out but it gets ridiculous.

    When it come to game play the base game took a left turn, any DLC that follows suit will have the same elements and same flaws, this does just that.

    Map design is is horrendous, hilly and platform like is limiting, the base game does this in areas as well, it is retarded, I have been forced to go lateral for one 5th the map trying to move forword, thank god for jetpack mods with no ap limitation. (the main quest will force some platform jumping in first person and floaty as hell) . I learned new colourful words such as **** and "you **** **** good luck soldier.

    Download If you like the base game, its more to explore.    … Expand
  5. trooper1993
    May 31, 2016
    7
    To keep it simple, the Far Harbor Dlc is essentially Bethesda making up for the weak narrative in the original storyline. Taking inspiration from Stephen king's novel the entire storyline, map layout and overall ambience will keep you hooked and fully immersed. If the player approaches the storyline correctly he will be awarded with 20 hours of stimulating gameplay. Finishing the storylineTo keep it simple, the Far Harbor Dlc is essentially Bethesda making up for the weak narrative in the original storyline. Taking inspiration from Stephen king's novel the entire storyline, map layout and overall ambience will keep you hooked and fully immersed. If the player approaches the storyline correctly he will be awarded with 20 hours of stimulating gameplay. Finishing the storyline can however be achieved in less than half of this time but is not recommended. The only real drawback in this dlc is the Dima simulation missions that felt completely unnecessary and excessively tedious. Please bear in mind that only 3 out of the 5 simulations are needed to progress through the storyline. The last level will temporarily lobotomise the part of your brain responsible for patience and will turn you into a human version of an infuriated Deathclaw.… Expand
  6. Kso
    May 20, 2016
    7
    The main storyline is 4h long if you like walk around and kill reskined mobs from main game then you can make max 20 h of wandering thru map.Its ok but lags many glithes not long generic story line, the same mobs over and over again, not so many new good weapons well its good but shoud be much better if you think about skyrim ,oblivion or fallout3 dlc.

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79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. CD-Action
    Sep 16, 2016
    85
    Unlike previous Fallout 4 DLCs Far Harbor provides a huge new island full of interesting stories, people to talk to and tough choices to make. A must-have for any Fallout fan. [09/2016, p.43]
  2. GameGrin
    Jun 28, 2016
    90
    With excellent gameplay and atmospheric effects, tied together in a bundle of deeply intricate lore, fans of the series should not be disappointed.
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  3. Everyeye.it
    Jun 7, 2016
    70
    Quotation forthcoming.
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