Fallout 4

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5.7

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  1. kype
    Jun 17, 2018
    10
    I'm giving it a 10/10 not because it's a masterpiece (far from it) but because so many dissatisfied fan abuse the rating system with zero scores... you didn't get what you wanted?! Fine, but it won't make it a bad game, just because you are offended.
    Yes the RPG elements are a bit weaker then in the previous installments, but the lore is still great! The world is simply gorgeous! In none    I'm giving it a 10/10 not because it's a masterpiece (far from it) but because so many dissatisfied fan abuse the rating system with zero scores... you didn't get what you wanted?! Fine, but it won't make it a bad game, just because you are offended.
    Yes the RPG elements are a bit weaker then in the previous installments, but the lore is still great! The world is simply gorgeous! In none of the previous Fallout games have I ever felt that I kinda want to see it in it's prewar state, full of life... And all the stories that the city of Boston has to offer makes you realize that the prewar America was just as **** up under the surface as the wasteland is.
    As I said it's not a 10/ 10 but rather a solid 8 or 9    … Expand
  2. Boomguy1997
    Jul 15, 2018
    10
    Love the fallout games. Can't wait for 76. Love the Far Harbor DLC. Don't really like the other one except for Nuka World.
  3. Imotep
    Jul 20, 2018
    10
    Great shooting game with a fantastic world to discover but not the best RPG game nor Fallout game
  4. LetMePickThat
    Aug 7, 2018
    10
    Fallout 4 is a good game.
    Even though it differs quite considerably from the two previous FPS titles of the franchise, it is still a very solid game. Sure, there are some issues with the approach Bethesda chose. The perk system is average at best, the RPG side is nonexistent and the timeline differs considerably from what was established in the previous Fallout games.
    Yet it is    Fallout 4 is a good game.
    Even though it differs quite considerably from the two previous FPS titles of the franchise, it is still a very solid game. Sure, there are some issues with the approach Bethesda chose. The perk system is average at best, the RPG side is nonexistent and the timeline differs considerably from what was established in the previous Fallout games.

    Yet it is definitely worth playing if a Skyrim in a post-apocalyptic world is what you're looking for.    … Expand
  5. Daggerrim
    Aug 13, 2018
    10
    This Game Is Amazing From it's World To All Of It's Gear. Even Though The Story Is Not Bad But it Could Have Used Some Work And More Choices, Other Than That It An Amazing RPG, And If You Are Starting A New Character And You Don't Want To Have To Go Through The Kind of Boring Just Get The Start Me Up Mod.
  6. EriRei
    Aug 24, 2018
    10
    Gave it a 10 just to offset the scrubby 0 reviews. Realistically its like a 7 vanilla, 8 with mods.
  7. gregthebunny
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    Best Fallout game of 2015. The only way Bethesda could top Fallout 4 is if they make a better game.
  8. Cherudex
    May 29, 2019
    10
    10, just to trying to balance an unfair total score of 5.5... A fair score should be like 7
  9. KeepinBlazin
    Dec 31, 2018
    10
    It's an amazing game, really. Sure the quests might not be what you'd expect but they're still great quests. The graphics? Great unless you're playing on Windows 95. All of the youtubers that say this game is terrible are wrong. For others that say it's terrible, you guys have just played better on a beefy PC. If you actually give this game a chance and explore, you'd find that it's a lotIt's an amazing game, really. Sure the quests might not be what you'd expect but they're still great quests. The graphics? Great unless you're playing on Windows 95. All of the youtubers that say this game is terrible are wrong. For others that say it's terrible, you guys have just played better on a beefy PC. If you actually give this game a chance and explore, you'd find that it's a lot better than you give it credit for. Maybe it's not as good as Fallout 76, which came out earlier this year, but this game still has good graphics compared to a lot of games now.… Expand
  10. Artem5300
    Jan 11, 2019
    10
    Игра очень хорошая, Геймплей топ, Оптимизация хорошая. Такой маленький бал из за того то-что ее заср*ли олдфаги если вам не нравится идите играйте в свой fallout 1 и 2 на своем старом ноутбуке а так игра норм
  11. i44arho
    Apr 1, 2019
    10
    Only after playing other similar games, I realized how good this game is! P.S I also played in the previous parts, each episode is good in its own way.
  12. Mehrab4K
    Oct 21, 2020
    10
    Graphic is fantastic gameplay is great and story is very good . I recommend you play this game on 1440p resolution or higher
  13. I3L1NK
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Despite the low user score, I actually enjoyed this game a lot for hundreds of hours. So **** you guys.
  14. mv999
    Jun 17, 2019
    10
    Sure it has bugs but when you look at how much fun I had those bugs dont matter.
    Ad Victoriam
  15. Drew606
    Aug 17, 2019
    10
    I love this game, I enojoyed making fly some super mutant faces. And the final is very unexpected.
  16. TannerSF
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    При грамотном моддинге нереальная имба
    Тодд Говард мой кумир
  17. emil0891
    Nov 30, 2019
    10
    At first seems to be quite a nice game, but that soon changes after hiting level 20 or 30.
    1.Bagspace is a pain in the as, and will slow you down most of the time
    2.after clearing the first 3 zones you are stil not strong enough to go further,since level in zones are from 30 up to 99
    3. You ca not in a easy way comunicste with others
  18. ttquatr
    Jan 6, 2020
    10
    Best game i have played thank you Bethesda thank you Todd Howard you must play Fallout 4
  19. ScottishGollo
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    Boy oh boy this one is just fun while the glitches are bad and performance may be a little on the downside youll have the time of your life i myself have over 2600 hours in game the mods is what gives this game an extra oomph 10/10 would recommend
  20. Mrfunnyswag
    Aug 18, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.

    Now we are engaged in a great civil war, testing whether that nation, or any nation so conceived and so dedicated, can long endure. We are met on a great battle-field of that war. We have come to dedicate a portion of that field, as a final resting place for those who here gave their lives that that nation might live. It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this.

    But, in a larger sense, we can not dedicate -- we can not consecrate -- we can not hallow -- this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract. The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here. It is for us the living, rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus far so nobly advanced. It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us -- that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion -- that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain -- that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom -- and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth. Fallout fans are soy    … Expand
  21. LWolf8
    Jun 10, 2020
    10
    If you think of this game as vanilla only, it's 6/10 or 7/10. But with modding Fallout 4 is one of the greatest games of all time.
  22. SickStyle
    Aug 22, 2020
    10
    After years, this game is still too enjoyable. With mods, graphics looks very cool. If you start it to just try, you may not like. Start to enjoy it, not just play. Make it your own game.
  23. powermaxlevel
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Gameplay, Graphics, Characters, story...this game had everything and was revolutionary. Few games are as iconic and masterfully conceived and produced.
  24. SirDragdord
    Aug 1, 2020
    10
    Балдёжная игра. Не на десятку конечно, но ставлю её для повышения общей оценки, а то игра заслуживает явно большего, чем 5.5.
  25. shinkleihh
    Jul 23, 2022
    10
    No way do I think this game is a 10. But it's damn sure much closer to a 10 than it is to a 0. I think the game has many flaws, but is too solid to be even lower than a 7. I think the perfect score for this game is an 8 to 8.5.

    + The levelling system is no Elder Scrolls but I'd reckon it's above average. I think the way they implemented S.P.E.C.I.A.L in this entry is unique, but still    No way do I think this game is a 10. But it's damn sure much closer to a 10 than it is to a 0. I think the game has many flaws, but is too solid to be even lower than a 7. I think the perfect score for this game is an 8 to 8.5.

    + The levelling system is no Elder Scrolls but I'd reckon it's above average. I think the way they implemented S.P.E.C.I.A.L in this entry is unique, but still great.
    + VATS is much better compared to 3 & New Vegas. The time not stopping may take away some strategy, but it adds a lot more stress to an encounter as you don't have all the time in the world to target a person/body part.
    + The game, at least compared to previous titles, has an amazing world in terms of things like immersion. Exploring feels rewarding in this game.
    + Gameplay is just a major step up from previous titles.

    - The main issue is the story, and how you really define RPG. For the most part, if you want to categorise this game, then it's safer to call it an RPG rather than something like a first person shooter. However, while this game does have large decisions for the player to make, it's somewhat lacking for the smaller ones that you'd find in previous titles, or even in other RPGs like The Witcher 3.
    - Also weapon variety.

    You could always go deeper, but it's not really worth it for this type of review. I definitely shouldn't be giving this a 10, but I hate the way the majority of people rate games on these sites. They either give it something extremely low, or a 10. No way in hell is this game lower than a 6 or a 10. It's at least a 7, and I'm not gonna budge. I'm only giving this a 10 because I'd rather iron out the reviews.    … Expand
  26. Dersoli
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    people are too stupid not to reject the false feeling of the old games, I was disappointed in these people, the game deserves more.
  27. Natway
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Largement meuilleur fallout 4 et ce qui dise que new vegas est mieux je les comprends vraiment pas
  28. EwokSmuggler
    Nov 10, 2020
    10
    Amazing Game. Hundreds of Hours worth of content, exploration, questing, combat, etc. Only criticism i can give the game is voice acting and lack of dialogue choices. Everything else about the game is perfect. Gunplay, perks, SPECIAL, good and interesting factions to join and help.
  29. Leatherman
    Feb 21, 2021
    10
    Todd - GENIUS.
    In the near future this game will become a classic. Better than WitcherDAOFO 1-2 and other overrated games. I LOVE THIS GAME.
  30. ktoxo4et
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Played 1300+hours and this is great!Building is great, world is interesting and good to explore.Yep, as RPG this is worth, than F:New Vegas, but not so bad.There's interesting quests and storyline.
    BUT DAMN OPTIMIZATION...It's verrrryyyy bad
  31. Stanley96
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    Jogo simplesmente perfeito, com um toque pós apocalíptico pra ficar melhor ainda, super recomendo
  32. Krmassil24
    Feb 20, 2021
    10
    When we look at other fallout games, even if the RPG becomes incredibly weak, the story of the game has deeply impressed me and I enjoyed the game, I played the game with many critical aspects, I am more positive about the game.
  33. dimvla
    Jan 31, 2021
    10
    exceptional rpg fps combination. fallout 4 progressed the series adding significant strategic/tactical and managerial options. from an rpg standpoint, very good story and character creation. as an fps very good physics and weapon detail. leaving the turn based genre, which probably pissed of plenty of fans, fallout 4 evolved to the game we imagined back in the day when we played fallout 2
  34. lionwarbuster33
    Jun 9, 2021
    10
    10/10/10/10/10 Stars!!!!!!!!!!!! Top 10 Best of the Best millitary special ops game. This Game has 99999999999999 trillion Realistic resolution open world military game in the Whole universe!!!!!!!!! Anyone can play this game Anyone!!!!!!!!!! all ages 10/10/10/10/10 stars!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ratings. There are more variety of stuffs and more newer rework to characters and weapons to10/10/10/10/10 Stars!!!!!!!!!!!! Top 10 Best of the Best millitary special ops game. This Game has 99999999999999 trillion Realistic resolution open world military game in the Whole universe!!!!!!!!! Anyone can play this game Anyone!!!!!!!!!! all ages 10/10/10/10/10 stars!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ratings. There are more variety of stuffs and more newer rework to characters and weapons to choose from. Also more newer events to the game Fallout 4. Also the Top 10 Best game to play with friends, 10/10/10/10 Stars!!!!!!!!!! The best game of the best game of the year!!!!! Thumps up … Expand
  35. Jahidster
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    You all should respect this game, there are no such games as Fallout 4. It is absolutely different game, it has a fantastic atmosphere!
  36. Woolee
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    this is a love letter to all of the OG fallout fans out there
    if you finished fallout 1-2 years ago and still have that itch for more
  37. Falloutboy78
    Apr 16, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece. Good writing and great gameplay wanna have ounse ounse with this game. Just awesome
  38. NCRtrooper
    Apr 19, 2022
    10
    not as good as new vegas but its one of the best damn fallout games i have ever played
  39. FerXopo1996
    May 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un juego de mundo abierto entretenido para los amantes de los escenarios post-apocalipticos. Me encantó.… Expand
  40. DryChicken47
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    Yes, Fallout 3/NY were better in story telling, dialogue etc. But it does not make Fallout 4 an absolute trash game. For people, who never played a Fallout game before, this game is perfect as an entry game for the franchise. I don't get why people always get instantly toxic and hateful, because it's not 1:1 the same game that they played over 10 years ago. Things change, and you should beYes, Fallout 3/NY were better in story telling, dialogue etc. But it does not make Fallout 4 an absolute trash game. For people, who never played a Fallout game before, this game is perfect as an entry game for the franchise. I don't get why people always get instantly toxic and hateful, because it's not 1:1 the same game that they played over 10 years ago. Things change, and you should be open for new things, instead of being instantly toxic. It's still a unique game, and should as seen one like the other titles before. If I look at the games that released now, I'm very happy that this game exist. There ain't no real alternatives to this game.… Expand
  41. Xe0m
    Feb 26, 2023
    10
    I am sick with all these New Vegas fans that are giving this game low raitings, I give this game 9/10 but in dealing with these **** i am giving 10 on metacritics
  42. jinyeong266
    Mar 18, 2023
    10
    I'm a user who played Skyrim for 8 years. However, I had a very big complaint about the main character being mute in Skyrim, and after playing this game, all the complaints disappeared, and this is the perfect game.
  43. m4nniac
    Mar 29, 2023
    10
    i dont care what people say fallout 4 is underated masterpiece screw fallout new vegas. bethesda fallout is better than obsidian or interplay fallout it has creative freedom. hate me what u want but without bethesda fallout, doom and wolfenstein or another game will not return or not dead because of them. all of you who hate bethesda or larpers just grasping for obsidian attention maybei dont care what people say fallout 4 is underated masterpiece screw fallout new vegas. bethesda fallout is better than obsidian or interplay fallout it has creative freedom. hate me what u want but without bethesda fallout, doom and wolfenstein or another game will not return or not dead because of them. all of you who hate bethesda or larpers just grasping for obsidian attention maybe can we enjoy current fallout… Expand
  44. xXPr0Gam3rXx
    May 29, 2023
    10
    I can't believe Bethesda paid money to buy right for this dead-beat franchise with PS1 graphics top-down games, like it's nintendo or something. They probably found the intellectual property right in a garbage can or something xDDDD

    Anyway they turned those outdated 2D game into a cool first person looter shooter called Faoout 4 and it's awesome! If you are a fan of Destiny 2 and like    I can't believe Bethesda paid money to buy right for this dead-beat franchise with PS1 graphics top-down games, like it's nintendo or something. They probably found the intellectual property right in a garbage can or something xDDDD

    Anyway they turned those outdated 2D game into a cool first person looter shooter called Faoout 4 and it's awesome! If you are a fan of Destiny 2 and like loot this is the game for you!!! You can collect loot and even equip new weapons to shoot enemies with.

    The story was mid tho    … Expand
  45. Fll4love
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    My first favorite game I can say that it was love at first sight, every day I can't live without playing Fallout 4
  46. Jamesgary
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    mabye not the best game in the fallout 3 but fallout 4 change the player althougt have many bug but the game still work
  47. Poodlefish
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    All time favorite game. Bethesda knows what they are doing and have created the most believable game world I have ever played in.
  48. DaveRobC67
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Unfairly reviewed at launch, like Starfield. Overall a fantastic game by Bethesda. Great gameplay and hundreds of hours of content
  49. RaphaelFranco
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    O just don't have words to describe how much i love Fallout and this game in particular.
  50. Hassie
    Dec 14, 2015
    9
    Fallout is not perfect. The game definitely shipped with more than it's share of bugs, considering it is a triple A title, that sells for the steep price tag of $60. That being said, a game really is a source of entertainment, and if you enjoy the game, than it did it's job. Now in the first 2 weeks I owned the game, I spent 90+ hours playing, including what I consider to be one of it'sFallout is not perfect. The game definitely shipped with more than it's share of bugs, considering it is a triple A title, that sells for the steep price tag of $60. That being said, a game really is a source of entertainment, and if you enjoy the game, than it did it's job. Now in the first 2 weeks I owned the game, I spent 90+ hours playing, including what I consider to be one of it's best features, and that is it's settlement building system. That feature alone deserves a score of 5. Of course there is so much more to this game than just that, and I really like where they went with this NEW Fallout, like the SPECIAL system of perks/skills. I know so many people complain because they wanted Fallout 4/NV 2.0, instead of a brand new Fallout, but I take this game for what it is, a new game all to it's own.

    When WoW came out, the face of MMO's changed forever. The days of hard grinding by killing monsters over and over for hours on end, like in Final Fantasy XI and Everquest, were in fact over. this game added that settlement system, that was a management system on top of the action RPG I purchased. I would love it if games would decide to add MORE, and give me a city builder/strategy game in addition to the RPG I bought.    … Expand
  51. BrianHarvey
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    I've played all the fallout games and loved them all. Fallout 4 is basically fallout 3/new vegas with slightly better graphics and settlement building.

    I have no idea why it's got such low user reviews because honestly the feeling of freedom and exploration and gleefully picking up toasters it gives me is second to none. It's a bit janky, just like the previous two games were but    I've played all the fallout games and loved them all. Fallout 4 is basically fallout 3/new vegas with slightly better graphics and settlement building.

    I have no idea why it's got such low user reviews because honestly the feeling of freedom and exploration and gleefully picking up toasters it gives me is second to none.

    It's a bit janky, just like the previous two games were but goddam it's so **** immersive and I'm having so much fun. I have two characters - a smart, charismatic guy who hacks computers and robots and picks locks and sneaks around and I have hank - an incredibly ugly idiot who punches everything to death and **** hell I am having a blast.    … Expand
  52. mixxalot
    Dec 22, 2017
    9
    Massive improvement over the last few Fallout games. The options for crafting and building things is greatly expanding which adds a lot of fun to the game. The game feels tighter and better focused than the sandbox that was FO3. I also compared it to FO New Vegas which is not that good. So FO 4 is the best in the series so far. Great action. With the latest patches the game runs smootherMassive improvement over the last few Fallout games. The options for crafting and building things is greatly expanding which adds a lot of fun to the game. The game feels tighter and better focused than the sandbox that was FO3. I also compared it to FO New Vegas which is not that good. So FO 4 is the best in the series so far. Great action. With the latest patches the game runs smoother and Nexus mods. I really do not get why people still think that Fallout New Vegas is the better game? I played that and it sucks balls. The FO New Vegas controls are clunky you cannot sprint or run and cannot craft as many things. Combat is far better in the FO 4 game compared to FO3 and NV. In fact playing FO New Vegas recently for comparison makes me cringe at how bad the older FO games really are compared to FO 4. Hopefully FO 5 is even better!… Expand
  53. markb1166
    Dec 9, 2015
    9
    After ten hours in the game and being sidetracked continuously I can say I am enjoying Fallout 4 as much as did Fallout 3.

    Haven't had any issues with glitches as yet but have two save files at the ready in case but loads to do to take up your time and a great game.
  54. nirax
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    wow im surprised by all those bad reviews.
    let me tell you one: I played Oblivion, Fallout3, Fallout NV, i heavily modified them and wrote mods for them.
    As with all titles of this series there are some nasty bugs still present before further refinement in form of patches fixes them eventually. I make it short as i want to play and only write this review as i guess most ppl that are    wow im surprised by all those bad reviews.
    let me tell you one: I played Oblivion, Fallout3, Fallout NV, i heavily modified them and wrote mods for them.
    As with all titles of this series there are some nasty bugs still present before further refinement in form of patches fixes them eventually.

    I make it short as i want to play and only write this review as i guess most ppl that are pleased are playign the game instead writing long reviews about it which hits the score pretty badly.

    So pros:
    + the open world experience i expected
    + characters feel vivid belivable
    + dogs, companions etc feel "real"
    + high customization of guns, homes, everything. (who writes there is none simply didnt found how to do it yet..
    +cool perks
    + combat, vats etc is fun
    + great immersion and atmosphere
    + worht the buck

    negative:
    - characters look worse than before. thats similar to DA:I.
    - partially the textures (but on pc we´ll fix that)
    - AWFUL CONSOLE INSPIRED CONTROLS. (will be surely fixed but atm this is extremly anoying)
    - usual bugs (ie hack a console and get bugged when shutting it of because you were in sneak or 1st person mode, or same with entering a power suit etc)
    - partial disconnect between character and you as player (harder to "roleplay" it) as the char expression through voice or even action (like banging the pitboy against the wall) may be outchar for the character you would like to play. same thing about a too much railroaded start story for my taste which suffocates starting possibilities and imgaination.

    all in all: if you liked previous titles you will like this one.    … Expand
  55. Redcoatwright
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    The hate this game is catching is completely unwarranted. Is it a 10/10, absolutely not but its not a 0/10, that's for damn sure. Just the internet hate echo chamber in action.

    Anyway, ill start with: The Bad. - The dialogue is terrible compared to FO3 and tying into this the karma system as well. It was awesome all the different dialogue options they had and I dont think they    The hate this game is catching is completely unwarranted. Is it a 10/10, absolutely not but its not a 0/10, that's for damn sure. Just the internet hate echo chamber in action.

    Anyway, ill start with:

    The Bad.
    - The dialogue is terrible compared to FO3 and tying into this the karma system as well. It was awesome all the different dialogue options they had and I dont think they needed to "optimize" this aspect for console. I played FO3 on the 360 and it was just as easy in terms of dialogue...pretty pissed about this

    - I guess the graphics aren't very good, but I don't really give a **** to be honest. The people whining about that are just dickheads. Awesome graphics are something I appreciate when I first step into a gameworld and then forget about.

    The good:
    - Tons of fun to fight, gunplay is way better and the VATS is still awesome and slightly improved by the crit meter

    - Looting system is way better and helps to keep the game immersive

    - Quests are quite fun, people saying they're all fetch quests must have played like 2 hours and went looking for fetch quests. A quest to rescue someone /= a fetch quest. A lot of the quests revolve around going and clearing places out which means killing. This is like half the point of this game, killing everything...Anyway, I'd say the quests are on par with FO3.

    - Crafting and modding system, awesome, simply put. House building...pretty fun, never played the mod everyone talks about but I enjoy this aspect for maybe 30 minutes at a time then I get bored, move on and come back later.

    - New enemies, holy **** so much fun. Legendary enemies were a great edition. Also the degrees of enemies is awesome, like ranks and whatnot.

    - Power armor is way better in this game, finding really good power armor seems pretty hard to do (good) so you work for it. Also new guns that are awesome, junk jet is okay, syringer is pretty cool, but the variety of weapons is just awesome.

    - tons of new songs and things to listen to on the radio, ****s my jam, that fiddle is awesome.

    - Weird little side quests that show up are cool so far, my guess is that they'll get boring but so far they're fun.

    I think I've touched upon everything I wanted to. For reference, I'm about 50 hours into the game at present. I've tried to be as critical as possible, I'd realistically rank this at an 8.5/10 if they let me but i settled on 9 because I think the game is just tons of fun.    … Expand
  56. justjj
    Nov 28, 2015
    9
    Great game overall. just a few issues that I suspect are being worked on now, inlcuding lack of FOV settings, and the dialog options are clunky right now. so much to explore and enjoy though.highly worthwhile.
  57. 123ocelot
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    firstly people are giving it 0 and on the first day release thats stupid enoguh as it is i mean the fact that mods and i stress mod and support will come later like people whine that thier is no hardcore mode give it 2 weeks and thier will be a mod for that its just i think thier are some seroius trolls on here and thats it the game on the otherhand is great dont compare it to fallout 3 orfirstly people are giving it 0 and on the first day release thats stupid enoguh as it is i mean the fact that mods and i stress mod and support will come later like people whine that thier is no hardcore mode give it 2 weeks and thier will be a mod for that its just i think thier are some seroius trolls on here and thats it the game on the otherhand is great dont compare it to fallout 3 or new vegas cause thats like comparing gta 3 to gta 5… Expand
  58. stimpy77
    Nov 28, 2015
    9
    I greatly enjoy this game and have invested tens of hours so far. Very well done. Immersive and goes on and on and on. Graphics are great. Dialog and voice acting are incredible and polished. Only complaint about that is that dialog options are not clear, typically two-word descriptions for what will be a full sentence of spoken word, but not considered broken. Lots of missions in thisI greatly enjoy this game and have invested tens of hours so far. Very well done. Immersive and goes on and on and on. Graphics are great. Dialog and voice acting are incredible and polished. Only complaint about that is that dialog options are not clear, typically two-word descriptions for what will be a full sentence of spoken word, but not considered broken. Lots of missions in this game, lots of activities. There's this unique settlement building detail added to this game that I have mixed feelings about. On one hand it adds an interesting new dimension to the game, kind of like a component of strategy games like how in Starcraft where you set up a base and gather up all the resources and build stuff (that tiny tidbit is where similarity ends). On the downside, settlement maintenance seems like a time-consuming distraction from everything else in the game. You do get minutemen support, but you can't do a lot with them; both artillery smoke grenades and flare guns are always out reach for minutemen support. I haven't run into any glaring bugs, just a few inconvenient design choices. Like, I wish I could do more with "Home Plate", like connect settlement resources to my own home out there or hold a Diamond City party. I'm having a hard time seeing some sort of ultimate goal, other than finding the protagonist's son--like maybe the search for a mega-G.E.C.K. that would turn the whole planet into a radiation-free Amazon jungle :) Nothing's perfect in this world, and this game is short of a 10. But it came close.… Expand
  59. Akrippr
    Nov 14, 2015
    9
    Although buggy I have found the story line entertaining, the landscape immersive and the the jokes amusing. I do like the weapon and armor crafting, it's more entertaining and I can make better weapons for my playstyle and I don't have to carry extra weapons and armor for repairs. Not a big fan of the fusion cores, makes me wonder if the claims of the game length are padded by walking inAlthough buggy I have found the story line entertaining, the landscape immersive and the the jokes amusing. I do like the weapon and armor crafting, it's more entertaining and I can make better weapons for my playstyle and I don't have to carry extra weapons and armor for repairs. Not a big fan of the fusion cores, makes me wonder if the claims of the game length are padded by walking in power armor every where. The pipboy app is amusing but not much use but Bethesda gets a point for it. I am taking away a point for the RPG portion, I don't feel it's up to par with 3 and NV but I expect this is due to Bethesda trying to appeal to a broader audience. I'll let them try and pick up the spare with the DLC.… Expand
  60. rattlehead
    Aug 7, 2019
    9
    After playing for 20 hours, my faithful canine companion just found a hunting rifle out of nowhere and fetched it for me; barrel between his teeth. He then laid it down at my feet like a morning newspaper. Mind = Blown.
  61. Xon
    Nov 17, 2015
    9
    I've played Bathesda's other games on pc and thoroughly loved them.
    It's clear that they ar trying to make quests and missions more interesting.
    The world is also denser and more varied. The gameplay is surprisingly challanging. The graphics are fine: it's pretty enough for me. What I love most is wandering the wasteland and discovering little hidden stories and palces. That    I've played Bathesda's other games on pc and thoroughly loved them.
    It's clear that they ar trying to make quests and missions more interesting.
    The world is also denser and more varied.
    The gameplay is surprisingly challanging.
    The graphics are fine: it's pretty enough for me.

    What I love most is wandering the wasteland and discovering little hidden stories and palces.

    That being said, if you played a heavily modded New Vegas this feels like more of the same. Which I don't mind in the least.    … Expand
  62. Skarwind
    Nov 17, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is an engrossing experience. Although the graphics may no be outstanding, the gameplay is more of the same as Fallout 3 and New Vegas, with some updated tweaks, and the crafting system is tedious, at first as there is a lack of any kind of guidance when it comes to it, Fallout 4 remains one of those games that will just amaze you with the vast amount of content there is toFallout 4 is an engrossing experience. Although the graphics may no be outstanding, the gameplay is more of the same as Fallout 3 and New Vegas, with some updated tweaks, and the crafting system is tedious, at first as there is a lack of any kind of guidance when it comes to it, Fallout 4 remains one of those games that will just amaze you with the vast amount of content there is to absorb.

    Visually, the game is decent looking. It won't compare to The Witcher 3: WIld Hunt, or Mad Max but the open world is atmospheric and gives the aura of dread, sadness, and dark colors that the Fallout games are known for. Textures are muddy and characters look like plastic dolls but that doesn't stop the game from being entertaining. As this is a review of the PC copy it will be a key note that modders will eventually patch in graphical tweaks and enhancements as every other Bethesda game has had before it.

    The gameplay is the same fun mix of FPS/RPG elements that Fallout fans will love, but if you are expecting smooth transitions between firefights as seen in Call of Duty, Battlefield or Destiny you will be disappointed. The gunplay is solid but there are a few kinks here and there that make it slightly annoying but the V.A.T.S. mechanic helps to alleviate these issues and in my opinion adds to the gameplay when trying to find that sweet critical hit spot on a raider's head or sever a limb off of a suicidal super mutant running towards you with an armed fat man shell.

    Speaking of V.A.T.S., this time around you don't have the benefit of the time stopping effect as seen with Fallout 3 and New Vegas. Time slows, giving the player a sense of urgency when aiming for specific body parts or figuring out if they want to queue their critical strike, which is also a new feature. Filling the critical meter allows the player to make a guaranteed critical hit this time around.

    The dialogue is your usual rehashed cast of voice actors that every Bethesda game has and will win no awards here. They did do a good job of adding Bostonian accents this time around to make the game feel more authentic but expect to hear the same voices between chats. The main character has also received a voice this time around so it may or may not be harder for some players to imprint themselves onto their characters. I have had no issues doing so but I could understand why some people are annoyed with the idea that they can't give their own voice to the main character this time around.

    The crafting system is a double edged sword. What could have been the perfect addition to the franchise has instead been marred with many difficulties. There is no standard tutorial and many players will find this frustrating as they flounder around with the different parts they can craft and place in their settlements. Want to know how to give power to a certain building? "Figure it out!" The game may as well be yelling at you with a smug look on its face.

    Once you sort out all of the issues with the system it becomes a blast to place structures, power generators, lights, and even beds for your settlers. One major issue I noticed is that if you want to place anything you will have to manually walk to wherever it is you want to do so. There is no fast style of movement to speed this up and it can become a chore and hopefully that will be a feature the developers can add in later. Bethesda has made it clear that they plan on adding features as well as planned DLC for the game and that they will listen to the community to see what we want as far as quality of life changes are concerned.

    The game is amazingly fun and is a very rewarding experience for any who choose to play it. It's not without its fair share of bugs, gameplay issues, and odd little quirks that players have come to accept with Bethesda games, not that this should be respected or praised, but it is a good game and one that every fallout loving gamer should play.    … Expand
  63. dajarvi
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is a step forward compared to the previous titles. I have played Fallout 3 and New Vegas, but the innovation behind Fallout 4 is much more immersive and streamlined. I enjoy the new system of character development and interaction with the world. Fallout 4 plays more like a simulator compared to its predecessors. The graphics are better, but nothing compared to 2015 standards.Fallout 4 is a step forward compared to the previous titles. I have played Fallout 3 and New Vegas, but the innovation behind Fallout 4 is much more immersive and streamlined. I enjoy the new system of character development and interaction with the world. Fallout 4 plays more like a simulator compared to its predecessors. The graphics are better, but nothing compared to 2015 standards. Hopefully, modding will come down the pipeline sooner than later. Glad I bought this at full price. It has been worth it.… Expand
  64. Lightninli
    Nov 23, 2015
    9
    All hail the new king of the Sandbox! This is my kind of game, big open world with a reasonably good storyline, unique missions, a solid crafting engine, and above all... V.A.T.S. I like that they brought back the songs from Fallout 3, though I would have liked maybe ten more songs so that they don't repeat.

    Graphics do what they need to do, and I like the look. It's a story driven    All hail the new king of the Sandbox! This is my kind of game, big open world with a reasonably good storyline, unique missions, a solid crafting engine, and above all... V.A.T.S. I like that they brought back the songs from Fallout 3, though I would have liked maybe ten more songs so that they don't repeat.

    Graphics do what they need to do, and I like the look. It's a story driven game, and not a graphics mind-bender. Right pace, right look, great feel, and highly addicting.    … Expand
  65. thedeuce75
    Jan 9, 2016
    9
    Loved it, put 140 hours into it. Exploring, building, scavenging and of course shooting stuff were the strongest parts. Sure the story could have been a little better or the graphics bumped up a littler higher, but I played through it like a crack addict and was pretty bummed when it was over.

    I hope they put out some decent DLC, so I have a reason to revisit my compound.
  66. hodub
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    First I'll write a review on the game, then I'll write a review on the gamers writing the reviews.

    I'm three hours into it and definitely enjoying it so far. There's an insane amount of crafting you can do in this game, and the combat feels more realistic than its predecessor. I'm only on XP Lvl 4 right now though, so I can't say enough to give a full impression until I've completed it.    First I'll write a review on the game, then I'll write a review on the gamers writing the reviews.

    I'm three hours into it and definitely enjoying it so far. There's an insane amount of crafting you can do in this game, and the combat feels more realistic than its predecessor. I'm only on XP Lvl 4 right now though, so I can't say enough to give a full impression until I've completed it.

    My only complaint thus far is a technical one - for some reason the game will not launch in fullscreen (non-windowed mode) and will be stuck in a black screen with a blue ring loading cursor. Therefore, it appears that it can only be run in Windowed/Borderless mode via the Settings on the FO4 launcher menu. Once Bethesda rectifies this issue though, I'll be happy.

    Now, to all of you complaining and giving this poor reviews: STOP BEING A BUNCH OF CRYBABIES. Yes, we've been waiting for this game for five months now, and yes, it just launched, so there's naturally some bugs to iron out still. But this game is still far better than most of the newest games out there. So if you can't appreciate all the hard work Bethesda have put into it, then go eat a turd sandwich.    … Expand
  67. ph4nn0m
    Nov 14, 2015
    9
    Pros :
    - Bigger world
    - Hundred misions . - Excepcional ambientation - Great history - Better crafting - Settlements. - Hours and hours of fun ( I have played 55h) - V.A.T.S. In my opinion has improved. Against: - A.I still stupid , worst that Skyrim in my opinion. - New conversations mode is horrible. - Graphics from 2011 (looks like skyrim mod). - I 'm not disagree with new    Pros :
    - Bigger world
    - Hundred misions .
    - Excepcional ambientation
    - Great history
    - Better crafting
    - Settlements.
    - Hours and hours of fun ( I have played 55h)
    - V.A.T.S. In my opinion has improved.
    Against:
    - A.I still stupid , worst that Skyrim in my opinion.
    - New conversations mode is horrible.
    - Graphics from 2011 (looks like skyrim mod).
    - I 'm not disagree with new S.P.E.C.I.A.L , but why eliminate SKILLS????!! wtf.... They have oversimplified there.
    - Again they simplified FACTIOns. Obsidian did great work at FONV on this.
    - Karma mode is really bad.    … Expand
  68. TheSimulacra
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    This game is exceptional. As someone who played Fallout 3 and Fallout New Vegas to death, this game feels every bit like an "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" evolution of those great games. They kept the core gameplay concepts that were great in Fallout 3/NV/Skyrim, they improved on basically everything in the game, and they got rid of things that quite frankly didn't work. ForThis game is exceptional. As someone who played Fallout 3 and Fallout New Vegas to death, this game feels every bit like an "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" evolution of those great games. They kept the core gameplay concepts that were great in Fallout 3/NV/Skyrim, they improved on basically everything in the game, and they got rid of things that quite frankly didn't work. For instance, the "karma" system was a weak gameplay mechanic that just overcomplicated your decision-making in the game and it's thankfully gone. I honestly don't understand why anyone felt like that system was valuable. It wasn't like the Mass Effect Paragon/Renegade system that affected your abilities and was based entirely on how you made decisions (not dumb stuff like, did you pickpocket that homicidal maniac). It was silly and distracting and thankflly it's gone. The consequences of your devious actions will be dealt with in the real world, not a theoretical one full of inscrutable algorithms.

    The weapon/armor crafting system is fantastic. It's deeper and more interesting/flexible than what New Vegas offered without getting too complicated at all. The scrap/junk system is also great once you get the hang of it, and I say this as someone who doesn't usually play survival crafting games. It's far less complicated than those games, so you won't spend all of your time obsessing over harvesting the right materials; basically the interface is so streamlined it makes what could've been an extremely cumbersome part of the game very easy.

    The combat is still similar enough to Fallout 3/NV that you won't be lost, but they made minor improvements that make a huge difference. First of all, being in VATS only slows the game down a little bit, so you still have to move pretty quickly, but you have enough extra time to queue up a few actions before executing your plan. Enemies still have pretty bad combat AI, but it's much improved over previous Fallout/Elder Scrolls games. Combat is still fun, even if it's not exactly the best FPS experience you've ever had, it's still better than the prior games. Guns definitely have a better feel to them than in prior games. It's more challenging to get critical hits staring down the iron sights than it was in previous games, so combat feels a lot more engaging and not just a matter of pointing at someone's head and clicking.

    As far as bugs, I haven't encountered anything significant at all after many hours with the game. No crashes, no freezes, no corrupted save files and no quest-breakers or /stuck issues. Granted I'm running a 970M 6GB machine but in all honesty having a powerful rig never stopped GameBryo games from breaking before. I'm running on High settings at 1920x1080 and it's really smooth for me. I turned down AA and sampling a little just to alleviate some of the minor stuttering I was getting sometimes, but I was able to get through the entire big battle in Concord (loads of enemies, long draw distances, lots of physics stuff going on) without any framerate issues. I'm sure others are having their own experiences, but for me this game is smooth as hell, and smoother than any other GameBryo game has ever been at launch for me.

    This is absolutely a Fallout game as much as Fallout 3 or New Vegas were Fallout games. I honestly don't feel like I'm playing the same game as some of these "0/10" and "2/10" reviewers here. I think some people just blew up the hype wayyyyyyyy too much in their minds and seem to be disappointed that it isn't some Elysian paradise of video games.

    Ultimately, if you liked Fallout 3/New Vegas, I think you're going to love this game. If you kind of liked those games but felt maybe they were a bit too clunky for you, it's worth giving this game a shot for you because they've done so many excellent improvements to those systems that it could make the difference for you.    … Expand
  69. Kafei88
    Nov 17, 2015
    9
    People are too hard on this game, so I'll put my opinion below.
    Fallout 4 might as well be considered one of my most anticipated games ever since I played its predecessors. But did it deliver? Hell yeah it did! Sure, it's buggy at times; but that's why the development team is there. They will release patches soon enough. My only issue is the same with every other Creation Engine game: the    People are too hard on this game, so I'll put my opinion below.
    Fallout 4 might as well be considered one of my most anticipated games ever since I played its predecessors. But did it deliver? Hell yeah it did! Sure, it's buggy at times; but that's why the development team is there. They will release patches soon enough. My only issue is the same with every other Creation Engine game: the AI. Don't get me wrong, they are tough as nails, but when it came to the other NPCs walking into walls, and into each other, it was disappointing to say the least. Sure the game isn't better than Fallout 3, but it's what we've all been waiting for after the sad display, which was New Vegas. The story for the fourth installment was great! It wasn't original, but it kept me going through the main quest with optimism that the end would leave me happy, and that it did. As for the newer mechanics; I found some of them to be a clever idea, but not entirely memorable, such as the house building. To conclude, I had fun with this game, it didn't feel entirely like a Fallout game; but it's much better than rehashing the same old product, and selling it for 60$. It isn't for everyone, but it tries to reach out to the diehard fans of the franchise, and it worked fairly well.    … Expand
  70. Klewer
    Dec 29, 2015
    9
    Fantastic continuation of the series that lives up to the expectations. Comparing to the previous versions can be hard at stages, as a few features are removed that probably stop this from being a 10. Any fan of the other games or a FPS with a bit of RPG elements should take a look at this.
  71. Greenwood0
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    I felt like I had to review this game after all the bad critics, here's what I think after playing for 3-4 hours. I'm not new to Fallout, played Fallout 3 and New Vegas for around 140 hours combined.

    - It feels like a Fallout game. - The first hour of play is amazing, the beginning of the story is great. - No more durability on weapons and apparel is AMAZING! I hated it so much in    I felt like I had to review this game after all the bad critics, here's what I think after playing for 3-4 hours. I'm not new to Fallout, played Fallout 3 and New Vegas for around 140 hours combined.

    - It feels like a Fallout game.
    - The first hour of play is amazing, the beginning of the story is great.
    - No more durability on weapons and apparel is AMAZING! I hated it so much in the other games that I installed a mod to remove it.
    - Nice crafting system!
    - You can store your junk in the craft bench with 1 button! No more spending hours in your inventory, understanding what's important or not.
    - The is some humour in the game.. I don't understand the reviews saying it's not humorous...!
    - I like that there is no more reputation system, it makes it easier to just do whatever you want.
    - It's too bad Karma is gone, I liked it.
    - Various weird bugs on launch day, the worst I got was not being able to move after a dialogue.. I had to restart the game.

    So overall it's a really good game that I will play for a couple of years. Sure, there are some changes, but as always, most people hate when things change.    … Expand
  72. wwolf_1
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    With over 14hrs played already I have yet to run into any bugs/glitchs/problems. Over all I am very impressed with the game an have been enjoying it immensely. Much better then FO3 an on par if not better im many categories then FO:NV
  73. Mallenlane
    Apr 11, 2017
    9
    These reviews are ridiculous. Most of these people have never reviewed any other game, came on here to say 'me too'.

    The game is fun. The graphics are pretty good for a game, which unlike nearly all other games, can't know which assets will be on screen at any given time. People like to compare to games which are not remotely doing the same things.
  74. a9249
    Jan 27, 2018
    9
    Another in a long line of amazing RPG experiences. Bethesda knows their players enjoy modding just as much as the game itself and give us a framework from which to build from. The story is just as complex as the previous iterations of the franchise, and like always... the side quests are often times better than the main story-line. This is one of those "you have to play if you like scifi"Another in a long line of amazing RPG experiences. Bethesda knows their players enjoy modding just as much as the game itself and give us a framework from which to build from. The story is just as complex as the previous iterations of the franchise, and like always... the side quests are often times better than the main story-line. This is one of those "you have to play if you like scifi" games. Minus one point for still using the same engine for over a decade.… Expand
  75. chrisr2112
    Nov 26, 2015
    9
    I can't believe the extent that this game is getting shat on in here. It definitely has its problems, and it isn't necessarily a "pure" RPG like the first couple Fallout games, or New Vegas (to an extent), but FO: 4 does many things very well. To keep things brief, I will list the pros and cons I've noticed in the 40 some hours I've played.

    Pro's: - The gunplay is fantastic, and    I can't believe the extent that this game is getting shat on in here. It definitely has its problems, and it isn't necessarily a "pure" RPG like the first couple Fallout games, or New Vegas (to an extent), but FO: 4 does many things very well. To keep things brief, I will list the pros and cons I've noticed in the 40 some hours I've played.

    Pro's:

    - The gunplay is fantastic, and definitely a step up from FO: 3 and NV. It is comparable to Bioshock: Infinite.
    - The world is fun to explore, and is on par with 3 and NV. There is no shortage of cool easter eggs, and there are hundreds of areas to visit (some much bigger than others)
    - The diversity of creatures/enemies to fight is FAR better than in 3 and NV. There are still new variations that I am running into.
    - Weapon customization is interesting, and adds to the experience.
    - Yes, I am going to put the story in the "pros" section. It is interesting, enjoyable, and I feel that it has good replay value.
    - MOD FRIENDLY

    Neutral
    - Some followers are interesting enough, but I feel Bethesda could have added a bit more depth to them. They can also prove useful in the wasteland (eg. One follower can pick almost all locks, another can hack most computers). Once you have "befriended" a follower, they also grant you a unique perk. However, most followers can be relatively buggy at times.
    - Base building is a cool feature, but it is relatively shallow and doesn't add much to the base experience of the game. It seems to be just another optional feature that you could either pour dozens of hours into, or ignore entirely.
    - Many of the base RPG elements in the game are dumbed down. For example, the levelling and stat allocation has been simplified. I've put this in the neutral area because this isn't necessarily a bad thing. The game feels more user friendly and is likely more accessible to more casual gamers.

    Cons
    - The speech aspect of the game has been significantly dumbed down to the point where it is a step below FO: 4 and NV.
    - Doesn't seem to be as decision based as I had hoped. I haven't really encountered any game changing decisions yet after 40 hours of gameplay. This could however change as I progress further into the game.

    Overall, FO:4 should be taken for what it is. A great exploration based shooter with a decent story, which incorporates RPG elements. The game is a blast, and I would recommend it to most gamers. Just a side note to anyone considering giving this game a 0 rating, consider that 0 is literally the lowest you can rate something. It means that the game has literally no redeeming qualities, and should have never seen the light of day. An example of a true zero is "Big Riggs: Over The Road Racing".    … Expand
  76. weazz1980
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    I don't understand the 0 Ratings.

    This is the best Fallout Game from the whole Series and i played all of them since Fallout 1! It's the most immersive game i ever played. The graphics are good, remember how many little items are scatered troughout the wasteland, you cannot render every item with 4k resolutions, except you own a nasa-computer. Best part here is the new lightning.    I don't understand the 0 Ratings.

    This is the best Fallout Game from the whole Series and i played all of them since Fallout 1!

    It's the most immersive game i ever played. The graphics are good, remember how many little items are scatered troughout the wasteland, you cannot render every item with 4k resolutions, except you own a nasa-computer. Best part here is the new lightning. Everything looks just beatiful with the sunrays, the fog, the new weathersystem. When the rain drops against your power armor helmet you think just "wow". I stop regularly to enjoy the scenes. Something like that i had with like 100 mods installed on the previous games. The sounds are superb, everything just fits here. The Powerarmor steps, the rain on the rooftops inside buildings, the weapons particularly the laser sounds, the announcements in subway stations and so on... really good.

    To be honest i don't really care about the main plot. I'm about 30 h into the game and haven't even touched the main plot. Just exploring and have tons of fun on the way!

    And i don't think that i'm cut in character devlopment. I like the new system very much. You can choose to be the run and gun type charakter or you go sneaky beaky like. Everything is possible and some traits are now build into the perks... so you didn't loose them.

    You can clearly see how Bethesda has taken a lot of ideas from the modding scene and Fallout 4 really benefits form it! I just love the way you can mod your weapons and armor and that the power armor is becoming something like a "vehicle" which needs "fuel". It feels just right and is set up perfectly immersive. Just go on a diving run with your power armor, it's amazing. And i'm really happy that they finally got a spot flashlight! That's one thing that bothered me in the previous games. Now you have really creepy experiences.

    Sure it's not all perfect... the dialog system could have needed more attention. But i can live with that.

    I enjoy every minute i play, so i can recommend the game for everyone who likes a good mixture of a roleplay and an action game!    … Expand
  77. hemmo1986
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 while not a technical marvel, nor a step in any new direction from previous entries. it is however still a superb title just like the previous games that came before it.

    Its safe to say Bethesda has taken the safe path and stuck to doing what they do best. Making great open world RPG's with hours of content. While the game lacks inspiration and at times feels more like an    Fallout 4 while not a technical marvel, nor a step in any new direction from previous entries. it is however still a superb title just like the previous games that came before it.

    Its safe to say Bethesda has taken the safe path and stuck to doing what they do best. Making great open world RPG's with hours of content. While the game lacks inspiration and at times feels more like an updated version of Fallout 3 running in the Skyrim engine with a few technical flaws. But anyone who delves into this game will find it easy to overlook these issues due to the superb gameplay, story, quests and all the other enriching values this game has to offer.

    Another standout entry into the fallout series. Lets just hope Fallout 5 manage a bigger leap in creativity.    … Expand
  78. Mooncalfian
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    Would appeal to: Bioware fans, Minecraft fans, Skyrim fans.
    Would not appeal to: people who lose their minds over one or two RPG elements being simplified (compared to the 3 or 4 RPG elements which were buffed up, such as crafting, companions and settlement management).
    Overall, this is a better game than Fallout 3, without breaking a sweat, and roughly as good as New Vegas. Some of    Would appeal to: Bioware fans, Minecraft fans, Skyrim fans.
    Would not appeal to: people who lose their minds over one or two RPG elements being simplified (compared to the 3 or 4 RPG elements which were buffed up, such as crafting, companions and settlement management).

    Overall, this is a better game than Fallout 3, without breaking a sweat, and roughly as good as New Vegas. Some of the changes aren't welcome ones, like the new perks system, but other changes feel like a solid step in the right direction -- the excellent and varied romanceable companions for example, or the sheer wealth of customisation options.

    There are bad things about it, such as the limited options you get with which to reply to people, the OCCASIONAL bugs, and the fact that the world doesn't feel like a wasteland anymore due to the changes in the colour mood and the insane amount of enemies (which seems intended to appeal to FPS fans, but is boring for people like myself who is more of an RPG fan).

    But these issues are FAR outweighed by the brilliance of the game, seen quite often during all types of gameplay. The world feels alive, the freedom feels at a new level, it's tough as nails, it's mostly quite pretty, and it's absolutely rammed full of excellent content and interesting characters, missions, and places. So much love and care has gone into designing every aspect of the world, and it all really shines through. The story is also very solid compared to Fallout 3 and Skyrim; I'm actually amazed that Bethesda were able to write it, and though by no means a literary masterpiece, the game narrative makes up for this fact with some great conversations you have with your companions.

    Overall, the best AAA game I've played in many years.    … Expand
  79. Jhoathan
    Mar 14, 2018
    9
    I really don't get it why some people whine that much about this game. It's unfortunate but sometimes I wonder that the only solution for developers to avoid the fanbase's rage would be to end/close the story of their franchise and start working on new titles rather than a sequel. This game is really amazing, I've played for 275 hours and still didn't beat it, Bethesda have delivered usI really don't get it why some people whine that much about this game. It's unfortunate but sometimes I wonder that the only solution for developers to avoid the fanbase's rage would be to end/close the story of their franchise and start working on new titles rather than a sequel. This game is really amazing, I've played for 275 hours and still didn't beat it, Bethesda have delivered us plenty locations to discover and explore. The game isn't perfect though: there have been some changes, such as seen in the skills system as well as the exclusion of the karma, but nothing, in my opinion, that justifies all this hatred.… Expand
  80. Woody0
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    I am not sure if I just got lucky, but I had one bug in my 10-15 hours of play. I was unable to do anything after I activated a terminal.

    I have been enjoying myself.
  81. strohl
    Nov 15, 2015
    9
    I've played every fallout more than two times each. This game is a great step forward for Bethesda. Most bad reviews flat out lie about the game is like. It is far better than fallout 3 and NV. Legendary encounter,unique weapons and the best shadows in a Bethesda game EVER!
  82. MrAB
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    I am a bit disappointed by this game. It does not live up to the hype. While I think the graphics are fine for the most part, certain areas look horrible, and the facial animations look horrible at times. The game is surprisingly bug-free at release, and runs quite well on my 4gb RAM and i5 660, but it gives of a really underwhelming experience. Bethesda have played it too safe with thisI am a bit disappointed by this game. It does not live up to the hype. While I think the graphics are fine for the most part, certain areas look horrible, and the facial animations look horrible at times. The game is surprisingly bug-free at release, and runs quite well on my 4gb RAM and i5 660, but it gives of a really underwhelming experience. Bethesda have played it too safe with this one. The main question that always pops up to my mind each time I play it is 'is that it?'. It doesn't really live up to expectations, and isn't worth five years of waiting. But I'm not going to apologise for saying it's one of my favourite games this year.… Expand
  83. apoe
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    Bad:
    * Only have SPECIAL and perks, no more skill point allocation. SPECIAL points don't actually feel very useful besides being a prerequisite to unlock specific perks.
    * Perk selection UI went for aesthetics rather than functionality, I only realized I could scroll down to see more perks after playing the game for 8 hours because there was no indication that you could scroll. Maybe I'm    Bad:
    * Only have SPECIAL and perks, no more skill point allocation. SPECIAL points don't actually feel very useful besides being a prerequisite to unlock specific perks.
    * Perk selection UI went for aesthetics rather than functionality, I only realized I could scroll down to see more perks after playing the game for 8 hours because there was no indication that you could scroll. Maybe I'm just stupid.
    * I prefer the old dialogue system with a voiceless protagonist but with more dialogue options.
    * Enemy AI is still pretty dumb. There's some minor improvements such as throwing grenades at you if you're behind cover.
    * Inconsistent voice acting. Some of it's really good, some of it's pretty damn bad.
    * Mouse acceleration is on by default, need to edit config files to disable.
    * High frame rate (120+) causes some bugs, just like Skyrim. So if you have a high refresh monitor, you still want to cap the frame rate to something like 80.

    Good:
    * The combat and shooting mechanics are SO MUCH better than FO3 / NV.
    * The new 'quick loot' system is a big quality of life improvement. You can still use the old style, too.
    * New crafting and modding system adds a lot of weapon and armor customization.
    * 'Legendary' enemies and randomly generated unique item drops.
    * Settlement building 'minigame' is surprisingly fun.
    * The urban area is infinitely more detailed and significantly larger than DC in FO3 or the Strip in NV.
    * Sound assets are also much improved. Guns sound a lot more punchy, even the sound of spent shell casings hitting the ground are a lot more crisp. Distant gunfire also sounds good.
    * Still plenty of amazing quest lines, scavenging for ammo / caps / resources, and freely exploring the world to find interesting things.
    * Friendly NPCs on follow / escort quests will auto-correct their path if they get stuck, including teleporting to the player. Haven't had any stuck NPCs yet.
    * 20 hours in and I haven't had a single crash, and the game just released. If this was FO3 or NV, the game would have crashed at least ten times already. The Oblivion/FO3/NV style microstutter is also fixed.    … Expand
  84. simpleman
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    I really can't stand those pathethic bad reviews, with no valid points or arguments.I see that people are comparing Fallout to Witcher, Witcher is a narrative action-rpg, a very good one with top notch actors with good and interesting atmosphere.I finished it, and it was a masterpiece.That being said about Fallout 4, I always thought that Fallout franchise was interesting, even if II really can't stand those pathethic bad reviews, with no valid points or arguments.I see that people are comparing Fallout to Witcher, Witcher is a narrative action-rpg, a very good one with top notch actors with good and interesting atmosphere.I finished it, and it was a masterpiece.That being said about Fallout 4, I always thought that Fallout franchise was interesting, even if I prefer TES lore and atmosphere.I was hyped for Fallout, but man since I started to play Fallout 4, then I realized how good and addicting of a game it is.Since Skyrim there was not a game that kept me hooked so much, sure it's not perfect, but it's narrative is good, and I met plenty of interesting characters, and man the crafting system is...wow, never seen nothing like it, it has so many gameplay concepts in one game.I'm just sad that this game is getting attacked by these kind of people.If you make a review, use some valid points, pro an con.There are areas where a game does better, and areas where does not, but Fallout 4 is a masterpiece in it's unique way.… Expand
  85. Rhesyk
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    The graphics are fantastic, not sure why people hate them - they are vastly improved over FO3 and NV. The main problem people have is a graphics/performance issue, but I am not sure whats causing this and I am unaffected so I am not dropping points (especially as this will be fixed soon enough).

    Bought a new R9 380 4GB (on i5-2500k, 16GB Ram) and can run on ultra @ 1080p smoothly with    The graphics are fantastic, not sure why people hate them - they are vastly improved over FO3 and NV. The main problem people have is a graphics/performance issue, but I am not sure whats causing this and I am unaffected so I am not dropping points (especially as this will be fixed soon enough).

    Bought a new R9 380 4GB (on i5-2500k, 16GB Ram) and can run on ultra @ 1080p smoothly with no stuttering or glitches.

    I think the intro/character creation was excellent, makes sense with the plot but allows us to have a glimpse at the pre-war/fallout aspect which was a nice addition (albeit brief).

    At first I thought the lack of skills was dumbing down - its not, its all been consolidated into the SPECIAL/Perks system with the perks. (if you have max charisma but zero persuation games normally fail you, but under the new system its the max charisma that matters which makes more sense - and perks can be taken to make this more succesful).

    On the map size, it may appear smaller but I have found its not just a case of being densely packed but there is less "dead" or "inactive" space, and lots of small buildings are open in the world (not needing you to enter tiny shacks like before which was annoying).

    My only gripe so far is the controls/ui so I am knocking this down to 9 but I am sure I will get used to it. Actually I don't like the lack of control over the characters voice (many games use EQ/pitch effects to customise a voice actors recorded lines) but this is a personal preference it doesnt make the game bad so I wont knock a point off for it. (nothing wrong with the voice btw - I just like to customise things).

    For what its worth I am not new to the series or Bethesda being an older gamer who still plays FO1,2 (and tactics since im a pervert apparently - its actually a great tactical rpg) and Morrowind etc.

    Biggest tip to enjoy the game - drop all preconceptions, just take it as a game in its own right and you will be pleased if you like open world exploration, the fallout settings and humour and especially the SHENANIGANS. No game has shenanigans like FALLOUT!    … Expand
  86. GoldenPartyMan
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Pero mira cuanto odio, a este juego, la gente creera que el juego es malo, por estas notas tan bajas que les ponen los usuarios, pero solo estan segados por su Fanboyiismo (o como se escriba) y el no poder aceptar cambios o algunas cosas, hasta el nivel de darle un 0 (Enserio, un 0, seria que te vendiesen un juego que al prenderlo es una pantalla en negro sin sonido ni nada, eso seria unPero mira cuanto odio, a este juego, la gente creera que el juego es malo, por estas notas tan bajas que les ponen los usuarios, pero solo estan segados por su Fanboyiismo (o como se escriba) y el no poder aceptar cambios o algunas cosas, hasta el nivel de darle un 0 (Enserio, un 0, seria que te vendiesen un juego que al prenderlo es una pantalla en negro sin sonido ni nada, eso seria un 0), y me cuesta creer que la genten no pueda ser objetiva y solo da unas notas por que no les gusto a ellos, El juego es un 9, como Fallout es otra historia, pero yo si me voy a comprar un juego y mas aun si nunca he jugado un juego de Fallout, creeme que le darias igual un 9, no le hagas caso a todos estos Fanboys frustrados, vale?… Expand
  87. chowkaideng
    Aug 12, 2018
    9
    Not my kind of story, but it's truly a great RPG with a huge world to explore. Pretty much like in Skyrim, the amount of mini missions from NPCs can be a little bit overwhelming, but it's really fun to play. For me it was 154 hours of gameplay. I'm not sure why this game has a so low user score. Apparently was not good enough for many Fallout fans. I'm gonna try New Vegas for sure and compare :)
  88. sasukeuch
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    From what I've played of the game, it's excellent. Graphics, though not the best, are certainly reasonable (which is to be expected with Bethesda). The combat has been redone to feel far bother, VATs is now more of a tool than a necessity to properly aim as it was in previous games. The world is lively, fun to explore, and just as expansive as other hit Bethesda titles. Weapon and armorFrom what I've played of the game, it's excellent. Graphics, though not the best, are certainly reasonable (which is to be expected with Bethesda). The combat has been redone to feel far bother, VATs is now more of a tool than a necessity to properly aim as it was in previous games. The world is lively, fun to explore, and just as expansive as other hit Bethesda titles. Weapon and armor modifications are a fun addition, and add plenty of depth to an already long list of gear. The base-building, while finicky at times, is a welcome addition, and serves as a fun distraction to the main game (though I can see myself and others doing far more with it, the chances to make elaborate basis with high-tech defenses are almost endless). There were a few problems however. The new dialogue system, while more streamlined, takes away a bit of the charm of previous games' dialogue systems. Rather than choosing a specific sentence to say (many of which were crammed full of classic "Fallout" humor), the new dialogue system feels bland. The options are woefully untelling of what your character will actually say, and your character may spout words that you never intended them to say. This kind of system make work fine in other games, but it removes something that made Fallout just that little bit more interesting. The glitches are still abundant (though the vast majority of them hardly hamper the experience). What is a problem though are the framerate issues, which can turn an intense firefight into a battle against the choppiness of the game. While these issues technical issues are being worked on, they must be taken into account. This game, in my opinion, still lives up to the Fallout Name. Its vast array of strengths outshine its few weakness, and I can feel the traditional Bethesda charm oozing in every inch of this game. Not that I'm trying to invalidate other people's reviews, but quite honestly I can't see what the huge problem is. As a fan of Fallout 3 and New Vegas, I really enjoyed this game. Anyway, in my opinion, this game was certainly a worthy successor to both of these games, and is certainly going to keep my occupied for months to come.… Expand
  89. Envy661
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    I've played Fallout 3 and New Vegas, viewing New Vegas as being the significantly better story-telling experience and my absolute favorite in the franchise.

    I do not understand anyone's gripes with this game. Every major new feature added in, with the exception of the voiced player character, was previously a mod from 3 and new vegas. -Power armor has weight to it, has the best    I've played Fallout 3 and New Vegas, viewing New Vegas as being the significantly better story-telling experience and my absolute favorite in the franchise.

    I do not understand anyone's gripes with this game.

    Every major new feature added in, with the exception of the voiced player character, was previously a mod from 3 and new vegas.
    -Power armor has weight to it, has the best stats, and requires energy to power it. This was one of the definitive power armor mods out there.
    -Weather effects, including radiation storms.
    -Custom variants of already included weapons.
    -Settlement building (Real-time Settler)
    -Layered armor
    And a ton more...

    In regards to the perk tree... It does feel watered down, but it also feels like, just like with the dialog, choice matters more. Instead of arbitrary skill points that add simple multipliers for you to work towards, you're instead given half your usual SPECIAL amount from previous titles, and perk options that carry a lot more weight. Instead of stat raising for combat and picking more diplomatic or resourceful perks, you're left with only the option to either invest in combat that level, invest in resourcefulness, or raise your SPECIAL to work toward something. The system actually feels a lot more unforgiving than the previous iteration, so I can only see it as an improvement.

    Same with dialog. While there may not be a defined karma system, karma is still technically there with the weight of conversation choices and your actions in general. In this game, it's less like karma is needed and more like it's completely redundant. This game just doesn't have a need for a system that was already sub-par to begin with.

    Overall, this game is a beefed up Fallout 3 with a significantly more immersive experience, more intuitive controls, and vastly superior graphics (which actually look better than the newest Call of Duty, yet people say they're garbage for some reason).
    I recommend this title to everyone. It is perhaps the best Fallout title to date. It is by far the best Bethesda title to date as well.

    If you want a stat management game - a genre that's been on it's way out since Mass Effect, go try Pillars of Eternity or Wasteland 2. Leave your shallow and dated statistical elements out of our immersive RPG experiences.

    I thought I would edit this to include two things:

    1) I play on survival difficulty. While not really as 'Fun' as Hardcore mode in New Vegas, it is definitely more challenging.
    2) I play with a Keyboard and Mouse. This question was asked of me. I thought I would state it.    … Expand
  90. GwionBach29
    Dec 3, 2015
    9
    The reviews here are ridiculously negative and biased. Hard to believe people are playing the same game I am.

    Bottom line, it's not a perfect game, and deviates from the Fallout norms in some ways that may annoy you if you're a purist. -AI still has serious issues -The amount of junk in the game is overwhelming -Power armor is given too early All that aside, I found the    The reviews here are ridiculously negative and biased. Hard to believe people are playing the same game I am.

    Bottom line, it's not a perfect game, and deviates from the Fallout norms in some ways that may annoy you if you're a purist.

    -AI still has serious issues
    -The amount of junk in the game is overwhelming
    -Power armor is given too early

    All that aside, I found the storytelling to be quite good, and the game's combat is significantly improved from previous Fallout games. All in all, this game is a big step forward for the Fallout series.    … Expand
  91. Paedow
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    Besides the fact, that the game has crashed a lot, I love it. Fallout 4 is an improvement to Fallout 3 in every way. The world feels more alive than in any other Fallout game and the new dialogue system is just what Fallout needed to tell its story better. I also like the way the simplified the character system. You still have a lot to customize but don't need to mess around with a millionBesides the fact, that the game has crashed a lot, I love it. Fallout 4 is an improvement to Fallout 3 in every way. The world feels more alive than in any other Fallout game and the new dialogue system is just what Fallout needed to tell its story better. I also like the way the simplified the character system. You still have a lot to customize but don't need to mess around with a million different values. The character creation is also a lot better, the different characters in the Commonwealth are unique and distinguishable.… Expand
  92. xVinci
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    I cannot say anything about the bad mouse / keyboard controls as I mostly play with gamepad on the PC as well - I simply find it more relaxing.

    I have only one thing to say: Make sure you're at least 5 - 10 hours in. I think all the people talking about "non-immersive" haven't had their first thunderstorm alongside radioactive lightning and fog, haven't liberated idillyc places for    I cannot say anything about the bad mouse / keyboard controls as I mostly play with gamepad on the PC as well - I simply find it more relaxing.

    I have only one thing to say: Make sure you're at least 5 - 10 hours in. I think all the people talking about "non-immersive" haven't had their first thunderstorm alongside radioactive lightning and fog, haven't liberated idillyc places for settlements, haven't met some of the most interesting companions, haven't read notes or listened to many of the holotapes you find, and I could go on.

    Add one other point: I knew how a Bethesda game would be in the beginning, and it's turned out exactly the way I thought it would, yes you get bugs, clipping, and sometimes ugly textures. But what's so bad about it? You don't like it in its current state, wait 2 patches, wait for the tons of mods that definitely will come and enjoy it then, you'll have to wait 1 - 2 months max.

    Sorry to all the people who do not like it, but I'm in love :)

    -1 point for the not so smooth framerates on Ultra, even though Ultra doesnt really look different from high (at least for e.g. god-ray setting)    … Expand
  93. Eikast
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Now to be fair I have only spent 4-5 good hours on this game so far so I may not be qualified to give it a full review, but neither are the 820 negative ratings -_-
    This game plays well for me at 4K with consistent 60 FPS (if your system can't handle eye candy then you need to use the right graphical settings). I started off playing the first 2.5-3 hours with a keyboard and mouse (I tried    Now to be fair I have only spent 4-5 good hours on this game so far so I may not be qualified to give it a full review, but neither are the 820 negative ratings -_-
    This game plays well for me at 4K with consistent 60 FPS (if your system can't handle eye candy then you need to use the right graphical settings). I started off playing the first 2.5-3 hours with a keyboard and mouse (I tried using an XBO controller and I didn't like it). I ended up getting a steam controller today and after choosing the right config, I love it.

    This game has quite a bit of RPG elements but it's also a FPS/ 3rd person shooter. The game can be unforgiving if you don't plan your attacks, but if you play smart then you will be satisfied with the gameplay. As for the story, I enjoy it so far but to be honest I'm doing all of the side quests that I get the chance to do. I am in no rush to beat this game. I'm giving it a 9 out of 10 simply because I feel that they could've updated the game engine (apparently it's the same as Skyrim).    … Expand
  94. TeddieL
    Nov 14, 2015
    9
    I love this game. Many old Fallout-fans hate this game because how different it is compared to the other Fallout games. I've played both 3 and NV and those game were fun, but there was something that I didn't like about those games. With the new Fallout title, Bethesda really wanted to aim for the casual gamers. I don't think that's a bad thing. It really made a game I liked, with a goodI love this game. Many old Fallout-fans hate this game because how different it is compared to the other Fallout games. I've played both 3 and NV and those game were fun, but there was something that I didn't like about those games. With the new Fallout title, Bethesda really wanted to aim for the casual gamers. I don't think that's a bad thing. It really made a game I liked, with a good mix of Action and Sandbox RPG.

    Many people started to get angry when they realized there was only 4 conversation options and how the main character was not you, because there was a voice actor. I felt fine hearing Codsworth actually saying my real name, I don't really know why people got so mad when all they got were 4 options when Fallout 3 and NV had many different options but did lead to the same conversation.

    As i said before, I liked the new Mass Effect like conversation system. I think the voice really added some meaning in the conversation, because you can hear your character say it. I thought the voice acting was good and the writing was also good.

    The story was good, there was alot of different ways to complete the main story, as there is in the other Fallout games with a lot of different factions to join to help their cause and what they believe the wasteland should turn into.

    The combat was fun and satisfying to play with and I loved the new crafting system with the new scraping system. The only problem was that you didn't want to drop any scraps because of the material which resulted in you having to get over encumbered quite often.    … Expand
  95. Isca
    Nov 14, 2015
    9
    I honestly don't see why people are so down with this game. It's a lot of fun, atmospheric, polished, well crafted and easy to play.

    Sure, there are some glitches and bugs, but saving and then logging back in has immediately fixed any issues for me. It's basically FOLV 2, with a few extra crafting features. Everything seems solid game-play wise (admittedly after only 20 hours playing    I honestly don't see why people are so down with this game. It's a lot of fun, atmospheric, polished, well crafted and easy to play.

    Sure, there are some glitches and bugs, but saving and then logging back in has immediately fixed any issues for me.

    It's basically FOLV 2, with a few extra crafting features. Everything seems solid game-play wise (admittedly after only 20 hours playing time). The voice acting is tedious in places, and the facial expressions of NPCs is a bit 1995, but other than that everything's good so far.

    I don't know what people were expecting that isn't here?

    Top notch gaming entertainment!    … Expand
  96. TheBrownWeiner
    Feb 28, 2022
    9
    I wasn't understanding all the negative votes on this (at first).
    Considering on Steam, it has Very Positive user reviews.
    I play on PC and this game is literally one of the best games I played in my entire life and "I'm old". However, I can actually see how people might not like this game if they are playing on a console, because one of the main reasons that this game is incredible    I wasn't understanding all the negative votes on this (at first).
    Considering on Steam, it has Very Positive user reviews.
    I play on PC and this game is literally one of the best games I played in my entire life and "I'm old".

    However, I can actually see how people might not like this game if they are playing on a console, because one of the main reasons that this game is incredible is PC mods. And honestly, without mods I probably would not be nearly as enthused.

    Bethesda has promised mods for consoles in the near future, but they should have had it at launch. Also, imo they should have had a DLC prepared for the end of December. If you have a PC, get this and get it now. If you have a console you are only going to get a fraction of the experience.    … Expand
  97. hopefulcynic
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    This game is amazing. It's clear they've gone in a different direction than the last two games, but this has so much to offer. That being said, there are some concerns I need to bring up. First being that I hope this game opens up later on with new lore and enemies.

    I say this because within about 3 hours of playing I've already fought every enemy from previous fallout games, I've been    This game is amazing. It's clear they've gone in a different direction than the last two games, but this has so much to offer. That being said, there are some concerns I need to bring up. First being that I hope this game opens up later on with new lore and enemies.

    I say this because within about 3 hours of playing I've already fought every enemy from previous fallout games, I've been recruited into what has been the most secret of societies (the one you might find 70% into New Vegas, I have a set of power armor (FROM MY FIRST MISSION), a minigun, a missile launcher, a fat man, a junk shooter, a syringe rifle, and almost everything I had at the end of New Vegas. This both worries me and excites me. Worried because I'm afraid I've already seen everything already; excited because there's so much more of this game to go and I'm hoping they've added some new lore/enemies.

    My biggest complaint is that I feel like I'm playing a written story instead of creating my own. From the start you become the general of the minute men and start building settlements. This is a cool feature, but I didn't really have a choice. I have yet to be faced with difficult decisions, like blowing up or saving Megaton, siding with slavers or wiping them out, joining the NCR, MR house, Caesar's Legion, or yourself. It's very clear who the good guys are and who the bad guys are and you're the good guy.

    Settlements take savaging and crafting to a whole new level. Part good part bad.

    Good because there is so much you can do with settlements and it's a lot of fun playing with the robust building options (forcing you to keep enough beds, food, power, water, defense, and electricity; all while bringing in new members).

    Bad because literally everything has a purpose. You won't be sifting through loot to find goodies, you'll be picking up everything that's not bolted down, trying to keep enough oil, copper, steel, ceramic, fiber optics, wood, plastic, acid, concrete, rubber, circuitry, glass, crystals, aluminum, nuclear material.... (it's a bit overwhelming and leaves you more excited to find a microscope or a lighter than a new weapon). You can assign settlers to scavenge for you, but because what they find will be deposited into your workplace bench, you'll never know if they're even finding anything let alone what.

    Some skills are forced open you. If you want to build settlements, you will need 6 charisma in order to activate the perk that allows you to set up trade routes and build merchants .Trade routes are not an option they are a necessity.

    The combat is more fluid and a lot of fun. Weapon customization can turn a pipe pistol (10 to 13 damage using .38 rounds) into a .45 cal headspliter with a 45 round drum (24+ damage). You will still find legendary items that add a special ability (my favorite so far is a shoulder piece that slows time when I reach 20 health and the ax that knocks enemies down for an easy finish).

    It's cool how you shape the world in an effort to build the minute men (you even get a flair gun that calls reinforcements if they're near by). It's just too bad that I had no choice in the matter.

    While I miss the freedom of the last 2 games, I am having a blast with F4. To everyone complaining about graphics, the game looks great on ultrra settings (it's not 4k but still looks great) and wait a month and you can install all the texture packs you want.

    Though this review has been on the critical side, I still give this game a 9 and would recommend it.    … Expand
  98. RingK
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Fun thing the fallout community, first they complain that fallout 4 "seems a recycled fallout3", then they complain because it's different from fallout 3. All of those saying that "They took out every rpg element" are wrong, they just changed it: it could be confusing at first, but it's basically the same thing.

    Fallout 4 is far from perfect, it lacks a base    Fun thing the fallout community, first they complain that fallout 4 "seems a recycled fallout3", then they complain because it's different from fallout 3. All of those saying that "They took out every rpg element" are wrong, they just changed it: it could be confusing at first, but it's basically the same thing.

    Fallout 4 is far from perfect, it lacks a base building/recycling/scavenging tutorial, the recycling process could have been done better and there are some bugs, but the story is solid, the gunplay is really improved, the weapon/armor modding it's great, the settlements are fun to manage when you understand how and your choices have a deeper impact than "destroy megaton=megaton is no more there" and "let megaton live=you have a discount in shops".    … Expand
  99. DustinOrion
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Takes a lot of getting used to but once you do its a great game. The voice acting seems a bit unnecessary considering how much effort they put into it.
  100. Yonkiman
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    I'd rather have waited until I was much further in to write a review, but since 10 hours after release there are so many ridiculously bad reviews, I felt I should weigh in to try to keep things balanced.

    After 5 hours of play, I can tell you that on my PC (i5 something, GTX 760, 1920x1200), the game is stable, the frame rate is good enough (haven't measured it yet because I'm happy),    I'd rather have waited until I was much further in to write a review, but since 10 hours after release there are so many ridiculously bad reviews, I felt I should weigh in to try to keep things balanced.

    After 5 hours of play, I can tell you that on my PC (i5 something, GTX 760, 1920x1200), the game is stable, the frame rate is good enough (haven't measured it yet because I'm happy), the game is BEAUTIFUL, and I am having a lot of FUN. I'll modify this review as I get more into the game, but so far I'm very happy that I preordered.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. CD-Action
    Feb 4, 2016
    80
    After terrible first couple of hours Fallout 4 pulled itself together and ultimately was almost as fun as The Witcher 3. There’s a huge chasm between these two games in terms of technology (F4 looks like a X360 game), but their open worlds are equally good and Bethesda did a better job with crafting. [01/2016, p.42]
  2. PCWorld
    Jan 19, 2016
    70
    This isn’t the step forward I expected, though. Here we are, the first Bethesda game on a new hardware generation, and I can’t help feeling like we’ve regressed—like Fallout 4 really is Oblivion-with-guns. A decade later, it certainly makes many of the same mistakes.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Jan 4, 2016
    92
    It’s easy to get carried away by Fallout 4’s massive open world. While the gunplay is much improved and the quests fun, I found the UI lacking on the PC. The inventory and build menus are really tedious to use. [Dec 2015]
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