Fallout 4

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5.7

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  1. GodofGeckos
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    I'd like to start this off by saying that I suspect all the negative scores are the result of repeat accounts, or of people who haven't actually played the game. If you've seen gameplay, or played it yourself, you should know this to be true. The bugs are hardly game breaking, especially if you take steps to prevent them, and the graphic, while nothing marvelous, are an obvious improvementI'd like to start this off by saying that I suspect all the negative scores are the result of repeat accounts, or of people who haven't actually played the game. If you've seen gameplay, or played it yourself, you should know this to be true. The bugs are hardly game breaking, especially if you take steps to prevent them, and the graphic, while nothing marvelous, are an obvious improvement over FO3, FO:NV, and Skyrim. The optimization could be better, but I feel as if this is a problem not to just for PC, but for console as well.

    Whatever my thoughts may be, please just take that into consideration. I've played the game for well over twenty hours at this point, and have been playing Fallout since 1999: I know what I'm talking about. The fact that the user rating is lower than New Vegas is **** absurd, and should be disregarded.

    Pros:

    - Gameplay is far better than it has been in previous titles, with mechanics that actually allow for a 'no V.A.T.S' play through. It obviously isn't destiny, but for an RPG, especially one made by Bethesda, it's a refreshing change.

    - You're not going to find better graphics than Witcher 3 in this game, but this highly stylized version of Boston is still gorgeous. Bethesda has reached the apex of world design here, pulling out all the stops - a new story is hiding behind every corner.

    - Voice acting is incredible. Whether or not you're a fan of the silent protagonist (which I am, to some extent) is irrelevant; Brian DeLaney and Courtney Taylor have both put a lot of passion into this, as well as the entire supporting cast. Everyone is giving their all, and it's wonderful to listen to.

    - Companions are diverse and well thought-out. Everyone has a backstory, and none disappoint in complexity. The friendship/romance system is also a welcome addition.

    - The soundtrack... wow. Just... just wow. Not just the radio stations: Inon Zur is at his very best here.

    - The new leveling system is far better than any previous installment of the 3d series. It add a level of depth and customization that would be extremely hard to top. Don't let anyone else fool you, this makes the game far more engaging. Speaking of which...

    - It's far more difficult. I could have put this as a con as well, but I despised the easy nature of both NV and FO3. While the lack of a hardcore mode is irritating, this is made up by the fact that ammo is scarce, and enemies are tough. The challenge, however, is usually well worth it.

    - Finally, the story - what can I possibly say about it that hasn't already been said? It's dynamic, it's engaging: it's a work of art, frankly. The moral choices are difficult and game-changing, the scope is incredible, and the writing is award worthy. The third act is truly what stands out, though this is not to diminish just how fun the first two parts are - I won't spoil anything, but you're all in for a very special treat. The replayability alone is just incredible.

    Cons:

    - The bugs are numerous, as one would expect. If you don't download the beta update and (if you're playing in NVIDIA) disable streamer, then you'll not only find that your frame rate is practically non-existent, but you'll experience crashes that should've been patched day one of development. While almost everything is fixable in one way or another, it's still a very notice inconvenience that needs to be rectified as soon as possible.

    - The animations, especially facial, are improved, but that isn't really saying much. It still looks like garbage when someone is trying to speak, and while we all sorta expected it, it's a shame to see that our fears were legitimized.

    - The pacing at first is... wonky. As I said before, I'm not going to spoil anything, but it just seems like it's trying to haphazardly rush you into the wasteland as fast as possible. It'll probably be fixed by the modding community, but that's certainly no excuse.

    Verdict: 9/10

    A gem of a game, and easily one of the best, if not the best, games to come out of BGS since Morrowind. Everything is diverse, dynamic, and engaging; truly world design at it's finest. While the bugs can be a nuance and the pacing is off at the beginning, they hardly constitute a low score. You can see every ounce of passion and love that was put into this project, and the picture it paints is absolutely breathtaking.

    My advice? Buy as quickly as you can and jump right in. This is one hell of a treat, and you won't be disappointed.    … Expand
  2. Oshout
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Game is amazing. I've only put 5 hours in so far though.

    Me saying things like "graphics are great, gunplay is fun, game is legit fun" is not especially helpful. The game is a departure from previous fallout games in that you must build. When I finally realized how the pieces fit together I was exstatic, like I was blind and then could see. The right music was on and i was thought,    Game is amazing. I've only put 5 hours in so far though.

    Me saying things like "graphics are great, gunplay is fun, game is legit fun" is not especially helpful.

    The game is a departure from previous fallout games in that you must build. When I finally realized how the pieces fit together I was exstatic, like I was blind and then could see. The right music was on and i was thought, "OH MY GOD" as I started hoovering up every item I could.

    It stays true to previous tropes in that it's an inticing wander-land. I see places on the horizon, holes, interesting markers, and find things where nothing should be. It scratches that itch!

    A complaint I have is the RPG aspect - I can accept not having some of the basic RPG tropes, especially those common to the fallout franchise; games evolve, and it doesn't detract from the game. No longer do you have weapon skills which level up, nor do weapons seem to degrade, it's really nice not having to think about those things. Relatedly, the dialog options make the game feel on-rails. LIke, I meet some new people and I don't want to give them my back story because what if they're the bad guys, my character doesn't know -- so I have three options "tell them about my son" "tell them I'm a vault dweller" "Feel sorry for them" and so I choose 'feel sorry for them' and my character says something like "I lost my son, i feel sorry for you". but I'll just ride it out.

    I find it astonishing that there are so many low reviews on here; reading the reddit comments about the game prior to release I was expecting a crap fest but I can't put the game down or get it out of my head. I think it was the most played game in Steam's history last night. Maybe people think they're being edgy by hating on it? I just don't get it.

    If you like video games. If you like fallout. If you like exploring, building or atmosphere. FPS or yes, even RPG, this game is a MUST!    … Expand
  3. eldumloido
    Nov 15, 2015
    9
    Good game if you don't expect the same rpg experience as 1 and 2 had. Having played all previous fallout titles I get some of you don't like it and recommend trying it first at friends as everyone has it. If you don't have any friends watch online.
    It's more action game and your character is more generic leaving you less choices but if you don't expect perfect rpg but instead great action    Good game if you don't expect the same rpg experience as 1 and 2 had. Having played all previous fallout titles I get some of you don't like it and recommend trying it first at friends as everyone has it. If you don't have any friends watch online.
    It's more action game and your character is more generic leaving you less choices but if you don't expect perfect rpg but instead great action experience with some different paths to take and a big world to explore it's fun. Also if you can't play on controller wait for mods, UI is made for controller and mouse has issues if you don't want to go to do changes in ini file.    … Expand
  4. Exwin0880
    Dec 8, 2015
    9
    Love the game.

    Fallout 4 is a worthwhile entry into a storied franchise. The world is large and filled with interesting people and things to do.

    Its shortcomings are in the main story, which I feel is a bit lacking in such a well thought out game.
  5. Bennrama
    Nov 24, 2015
    9
    Posting a revised review now that a few good mods are up. Loving this game now, mainly due to the new sandbox elements that have not been present in previous fallout games, and a few mod tweaks to make the game more challenging, but not tediously so... A mod to bring more depth to the perk system would make this game truly fly... and I really think they should have made survival mode aPosting a revised review now that a few good mods are up. Loving this game now, mainly due to the new sandbox elements that have not been present in previous fallout games, and a few mod tweaks to make the game more challenging, but not tediously so... A mod to bring more depth to the perk system would make this game truly fly... and I really think they should have made survival mode a locked in option at the start of the game (like in fallout NV) and give the player some reward (like an exclusive and fun perk) to encourage them to play a version of the game that actually requires strategy and knowledge of the various enemies.

    Those who are complaining about graphics need to remember that this is an RPG. Graphics wingers can get stuffed as far as I'm concerned... entitled brats. Fallout 4 is a beautifully constructed environment. Those complaining about a lack of RP depth, I feel your pain, but I really do believe the perk system can be built upon in the future, by modders or Bethesda themselves. And the sandbox elements (with some mod tweaks) are excellent, and really do add something to the fallout world that was missing in previous games.

    People are judging this game harshly because of the grandness of the Witcher 3. But I think Fallout 4 offers some things that the Witcher doesn't. It offers a longer RPG experience (if you play survival difficulty and utilize base building properly), sandbox elements, a lot more personalisation of the main character, more influence over the game world, and the opportunity to kill raiders with teddy bears. I personally enjoy a game world more closely related to the real world. Less fantasy/wizard/unicorn nonsense and ye olde tavern crap.    … Expand
  6. Kaspar
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    I am 50 hours in and can't put it down. I also only played it on PC.
    I usually struggle to play games more than 3 hours at a time but the first time I sat down to play it I actually had a straight 7 hour session. I think one of the reasons is because there is so much different **** to do in the game.
    I would trade off between building up my settlements, exploring in a random direction,    I am 50 hours in and can't put it down. I also only played it on PC.
    I usually struggle to play games more than 3 hours at a time but the first time I sat down to play it I actually had a straight 7 hour session. I think one of the reasons is because there is so much different **** to do in the game.
    I would trade off between building up my settlements, exploring in a random direction, dungeon crawling or story questing.
    I've had a few bugs with visuals and AI pathing but none that broke the game or affected gameplay in any major way. My only big complain is how the new dialogue system is so simplified, no longer are there dialogue choices that become available because of ability scores or specific perks.
    But all in all if you like Fallout 3 or New vegas you will love this game.    … Expand
  7. EdwinFr
    Jul 12, 2017
    9
    Great game, ignore the haters,

    loads to to, great writing as is expected with bethesda,

    fun and challenging good player development great graphics

    buy this game
  8. strangergv1
    Nov 14, 2015
    9
    This game is the best fallout that I played. Fallout 4 has made massive improvement over new Vegas and fallout 3 there is no copy and pasted environments of textures from Fallout new Vegas and fallout 3. Fallout 4 is high in texture and Detail with a huge atmospheric world realistic lighting and shadows with a huge open world to explore ,atmospheric weather, fallout radiation storms, dayThis game is the best fallout that I played. Fallout 4 has made massive improvement over new Vegas and fallout 3 there is no copy and pasted environments of textures from Fallout new Vegas and fallout 3. Fallout 4 is high in texture and Detail with a huge atmospheric world realistic lighting and shadows with a huge open world to explore ,atmospheric weather, fallout radiation storms, day and night cycle is brilliantly done. There's crafting in the game so you can be creative, a huge selection of Clothing outfits with different armor for each limb. the power armor is awesome. shooting is tight, gameplay mechanics is solid, a good story, graphics is pretty good and a huge option of side missions. I like the perk system, the option to melee attack with firearms is a nice touch.

    Don't pay no mind to those that come here to give this game a 0 they clearly haven't played this game    … Expand
  9. leopoldo
    Dec 5, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is a great RPG. The story is good, but not as good as that of Skyrim because it gets lost at times. The gameplay is great, has lots of guns, lots of customization, many side quests, a huge map and a lot to explore. The soundtrack is good, but visually the game is ugly and outdated, and that's the biggest problem of the game, Bethesda should learn how to make a beautiful game,Fallout 4 is a great RPG. The story is good, but not as good as that of Skyrim because it gets lost at times. The gameplay is great, has lots of guns, lots of customization, many side quests, a huge map and a lot to explore. The soundtrack is good, but visually the game is ugly and outdated, and that's the biggest problem of the game, Bethesda should learn how to make a beautiful game, this is the fourth game that is visually exceeded. Overall, Fallout 4 is a great and very long game, but visually exceeded. 9/10… Expand
  10. Ryyx
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Don't listen to the haters, if you are a fallout fan, and ok with bethesda bugs, this game is great. First 7 hours of the game have been utterly flawless. Not sure what everyone's beef with the graphics are... They are certainly Next Gen, even if they are on the lower end of the next gen benchmark. Settlements is a cool new feature, though i suspect it will become tedious later in theDon't listen to the haters, if you are a fallout fan, and ok with bethesda bugs, this game is great. First 7 hours of the game have been utterly flawless. Not sure what everyone's beef with the graphics are... They are certainly Next Gen, even if they are on the lower end of the next gen benchmark. Settlements is a cool new feature, though i suspect it will become tedious later in the game.

    The crafting and modification system is fun, I am constantly seeking new components to make new mods for my favorite guns.

    Sure, it doesn't have micromanagement of repairs and boring stuff like that, instead you get settlements and a robust crafting system.

    The inventory system still sucks, no idea how my character can carry so much crap... But whatever. It's all good when it comes together.

    Now, if you will excuse me. I got some raiders to hack apart.    … Expand
  11. Henry0012
    Nov 15, 2015
    9
    The issue with Fallout 4 is that it is impossible to please everyone, especially for a game with such hype. You have to also give the studio credit for not lying at E3. I think they kept their promises so far on what's being advertised, unlike many other studios. The graphic and gameplay looks exactly the same as the E3 trailer.

    Despite all its flaw, Fallout 4 is still easily the best    The issue with Fallout 4 is that it is impossible to please everyone, especially for a game with such hype. You have to also give the studio credit for not lying at E3. I think they kept their promises so far on what's being advertised, unlike many other studios. The graphic and gameplay looks exactly the same as the E3 trailer.

    Despite all its flaw, Fallout 4 is still easily the best game of this year in my opinion. It is MASSIVE. Each individual areas are not cookie cutter of another area, and they always something unique about it. There are a lot of areas to explore, and the wasteland has never been deadlier than ever.

    The biggest complaint is probably the performance issue on the base game. It's hard to do graphic mod, when the base game is having some hard time running at 60fps on GTX 780. Though I don't think the graphic was as bas as other reviewers make it to be. Fallout 3 graphic was considered sub-par even for 2008 standard.

    Though I admit the RPG aspect has been dumbed down quite a bit. Most dialogue feels like yes or no and there are not really real consequence of either one of them. I also miss the Karma, faction system, and survival aspect like hunger. I think it's also a mistake to voice the main character. It's harder to feel immersive into the character you created, and voice acting essentially limited all the crazy dialogue you used to be able to say. Also now it's hard for the mod community to create companion mod as they can't voice act the main character interaction with the extra companion. Also I don't know why they make it so hard to read notes laying on the ground. I have to go to my inventory and specifically locate and read the note I just picked up.

    Despite all these flaws, Fallout 4 still come up on top of other games this year. I will probably easily lose 100-200 hours into this game and even more when interesting mods came out. I think it does live up to its promises and a lot of hype depending on how far up you set it.    … Expand
  12. oohbeartrap
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Whooooole lot of whining happening, here.

    Encountered a few, non-game breaking bugs so far. Mostly G-Sync speeds up the game and character disappeared when getting out of the vault. Restarted the game to fix that one. No issues so far. Game is fun. Looks gorgeous and I'm on solid 70fps with an i5 and 980 ti. Game feels really good on controller. Crafting is fun, building is fun,    Whooooole lot of whining happening, here.

    Encountered a few, non-game breaking bugs so far. Mostly G-Sync speeds up the game and character disappeared when getting out of the vault. Restarted the game to fix that one.

    No issues so far. Game is fun. Looks gorgeous and I'm on solid 70fps with an i5 and 980 ti. Game feels really good on controller.

    Crafting is fun, building is fun, combat is fun. I never get tired of it like I would with AssCreed or CoD or any of the other "AAA" titles you guys probably salivate over.

    It's Bethesda. There are bugs. This is not new. Get over it. You honestly think your **** matters when people STILL TO THIS DAY play Fallout 3 and Skyrim and love the hell out of them? If you don't like it, don't play it and find something else. Your time here is wasted. The game is breaking records and has plenty of people who aren't spoiled by mainstream crap.    … Expand
  13. CaptMescaline
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    The dialogue and player choice is fairly limited compared to fallout new vegas in terms of story but providing you come into the experience evaluating it on its own terms then I think you're in for a wild ride. Gunplay is fun and enemy AI has been improved a lot. Everything has been improved upon from fallout 3. The level and character design is amazing. There's enough content to keep youThe dialogue and player choice is fairly limited compared to fallout new vegas in terms of story but providing you come into the experience evaluating it on its own terms then I think you're in for a wild ride. Gunplay is fun and enemy AI has been improved a lot. Everything has been improved upon from fallout 3. The level and character design is amazing. There's enough content to keep you busy for quite a while. Worth the money.… Expand
  14. IE-33
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    The only one complain that I have with this game is; FPS drops in some areas...

    I don't really have much of issues with the game, only 3-4 visual glitches and one crash so far after playing for 20+ hours.

    I don't have very powerfull rig (950 2GB OC / 8GB RAM / FX4100) and game performs surprisingly well on my hardware (Everything maxed out, at 1080p ~ in 35-60 FPS, mostly 45+)
  15. Mannhorse
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Minus one for a few bugs here and there. Fallout 4 is an amazing game, and don't ever let the red color of the user score steer you from purchasing this game! The companions are more interesting than ever, almost reaching Bioware levels. The graphics are nice to look at, although a bit cartoony.
  16. Datamari
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    FANTASTIC!
    Fallout 4 is the game that everybody has been excited for, and since Fallout 3 is one of my favorite games of all time, I was pretty hyped for this game. It brought the hype, it really did. I can easily say that this game, while flawed is worth it. It has a huge world, and almost everything you do in this game impact the story, which is something I really enjoy. The characters    FANTASTIC!
    Fallout 4 is the game that everybody has been excited for, and since Fallout 3 is one of my favorite games of all time, I was pretty hyped for this game. It brought the hype, it really did. I can easily say that this game, while flawed is worth it. It has a huge world, and almost everything you do in this game impact the story, which is something I really enjoy. The characters are good, and almost no character feels bland or boring. The story is strong, and I really liked the crafting system. The main reason why people don't like this game is because it's buggy. Let me ask you a question: do you expect games to be perfect? Did you go up to this game and think that it would be the best game you've ever played? Of course not. Fallout 4 is not perfect, it never will be, but the amount of good in it makes it all worth while. Fallout 4 is a fantastic game, but in it's current state, it's full of glitches that will be fixed. It brought the hype, and V.A.T.S the truth.

    Fallout 4 gets a 9/10.    … Expand
  17. FaithMonax
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    Really good game & Fun game.
    The gameplay and crafting systems are awesome. Beats Fallout 3 in my opinion, my 2 is still king in my heart ;)
    Pros: -VATS is even better and the fighting is better :) -The level up system is different, where I feel levels are more relevant now.. -Crafting system is niiice -Graphics are nice, no idea why people are complaining. Maybe you can't run the    Really good game & Fun game.
    The gameplay and crafting systems are awesome. Beats Fallout 3 in my opinion, my 2 is still king in my heart ;)

    Pros:
    -VATS is even better and the fighting is better :)
    -The level up system is different, where I feel levels are more relevant now..
    -Crafting system is niiice
    -Graphics are nice, no idea why people are complaining. Maybe you can't run the game properly? Mine are on medium, and they're fine.

    Cons:
    -Bugs (building, particularly)
    -Hud made for consoles more than for PC, on the PC version?    … Expand
  18. Lgzxriotz
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    I have no idea whats wrong with the people posting negative reviews.
    Fallout 4 is one of the best games i have played in a long time, there are a few features that could have been done better but the game has been near perfect so far
  19. Stelf
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    If there were less bugs the game would be a perfect 10 but for 20h of playing finding more then 20 bugs that are very bad (like dialog boxes not showing up) Overall the game still feels and plays like fallout. the FP gameplay has been improved but that also was necessary for the game because of the added sprint feature which for me was very useful but used action points. Quite a fewIf there were less bugs the game would be a perfect 10 but for 20h of playing finding more then 20 bugs that are very bad (like dialog boxes not showing up) Overall the game still feels and plays like fallout. the FP gameplay has been improved but that also was necessary for the game because of the added sprint feature which for me was very useful but used action points. Quite a few textures also look muddy but thats to be expected from a Bethesda game what matters here is the gameplay and fallout 4 gets it right.… Expand
  20. Cariad
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    I am only 14 hours into the game, but so far I am happy with the experience.

    The graphics are good, I have a nVidia 760 GT and I can play the game on the highest setting. The story is different than past Fallouts, and I think that is part of why it is polarizing. You role play a more predefined character in Fallout 4, so some choices are influenced rather than flat out decided. The    I am only 14 hours into the game, but so far I am happy with the experience.

    The graphics are good, I have a nVidia 760 GT and I can play the game on the highest setting.

    The story is different than past Fallouts, and I think that is part of why it is polarizing. You role play a more predefined character in Fallout 4, so some choices are influenced rather than flat out decided. The play feels slightly like Witcher 3 to me in this way.

    The combat has changed to a faster pace, which I liked.

    The Perks and SPECIAL system has been redone, which I am not sure I like as much and is another reason why the game is polarizing. Your SPECIAL attributes all start as 1, with 21 additional points to distribute at character creation. You can add to any attribute when you level up, or to a Perk. Perk requirements are based on it's corresponding attribute. This has moved away from the numerical system from the past games. I don't think the system is bad, but it just doesn't feel like Fallout.    … Expand
  21. x6po6go6x
    Nov 17, 2015
    9
    Seriously though? The user reviews on this site are ridiculous. Go over to Steam and read real reviews by people that actually played the game and you'll see that most people are loving it. Steam also shows hours played so you can tell if the person has played for more than an hour. Bethesda games and games like them can not be reviewed after a couple of hours of game play. Even if youSeriously though? The user reviews on this site are ridiculous. Go over to Steam and read real reviews by people that actually played the game and you'll see that most people are loving it. Steam also shows hours played so you can tell if the person has played for more than an hour. Bethesda games and games like them can not be reviewed after a couple of hours of game play. Even if you don't like the game you have to admit that there is no way possible this game deserves a zero. After 37 hours of game play I am giving it a 9. The only reason I didn't give it a 10 is because of the bugs.… Expand
  22. AndyMugu
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    The game is a 2015 bethesda game... what did people expect?
    The biggest gamechanger for me is crafting & such, which is quite fun. If you liked Skyrim or Fallout 3 you'll love this game.
    Of course, if you can't live with the ""disapointing"" graphics the game offers like so many other people (which I find quite odd, since it seems people are complaining they can't even run the game) WAIT    The game is a 2015 bethesda game... what did people expect?
    The biggest gamechanger for me is crafting & such, which is quite fun. If you liked Skyrim or Fallout 3 you'll love this game.
    Of course, if you can't live with the ""disapointing"" graphics the game offers like so many other people (which I find quite odd, since it seems people are complaining they can't even run the game) WAIT FOR MODS.
    My personal experience with the game has been quite good, especially in the sandbox area, since it now offers so much more to do, humour is great. Only problem for me (really) is the bugs. But again,
    Think of a Bethesda game in 2015.    … Expand
  23. Asdfghjklkjhhgf
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    DO NOT READ THE REVIEWS WITH 0

    A major **** posted ruinous spoilers. Game's not like fallout 3. Some things have changed. Crafting has been improved and is now a major part of the game. There is no hardcore mode. There is no weapon decay. still great. 'neugh sayed.
  24. rhialy
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    The game itself is great. It's maddening me that people always expect the game of the century and are then disappointed if it's not.
    Don't listen to all these kids living in a dream world, objectively the game is good and its money well worth.
    The world is big, the characters are two hundred percent better than in FO3 or NV, the crafting systems are great, the gunplay is way better (only    The game itself is great. It's maddening me that people always expect the game of the century and are then disappointed if it's not.
    Don't listen to all these kids living in a dream world, objectively the game is good and its money well worth.
    The world is big, the characters are two hundred percent better than in FO3 or NV, the crafting systems are great, the gunplay is way better (only on PC of course).
    The only negative point for me is, again, the main story, which is not top notch. (But better than FO3 :s)
    I did encounter one graphical bug in 25+ hours of playing.    … Expand
  25. Tactix
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    I'm just going to assume most of the hate is from people who haven't played it. The gaming community of today seems to just be toxic towards any big releases. Fallout 4 is a fantastic game, I played 2, 3, NV and now 4 and while I only have around 18 hours into it, it's been a blast. The claims of the world being empty must be people who are watching streamers and not playing the game, myI'm just going to assume most of the hate is from people who haven't played it. The gaming community of today seems to just be toxic towards any big releases. Fallout 4 is a fantastic game, I played 2, 3, NV and now 4 and while I only have around 18 hours into it, it's been a blast. The claims of the world being empty must be people who are watching streamers and not playing the game, my first two hours of gameplay were spent exploring areas within 30 seconds of the vault. It's fantastic and give it a few days or couple of weeks for all of the children to filter out.… Expand
  26. Babakinush
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Are there problems? Yes. Is there so much hype that people are butthurt? Yup. I've logged 4-5 hours, and I feel the core dynamics of this game are a huge improvement. The guns feel more real, the environment feels more dynamic, and lastly, the difficulty feels real (the game is hard which is a nice change from most games these days).

    I have no idea what people are complaining about with    Are there problems? Yes. Is there so much hype that people are butthurt? Yup. I've logged 4-5 hours, and I feel the core dynamics of this game are a huge improvement. The guns feel more real, the environment feels more dynamic, and lastly, the difficulty feels real (the game is hard which is a nice change from most games these days).

    I have no idea what people are complaining about with content because this game is jam-packed full of secrets and if you take the time, lots of reading. I literally spent 2 hours just building a settlement.

    Pros:
    -so much content
    -huge open world
    -settlements
    -modding is fun and easy
    -guns feel/look great
    -new VATS is huge improvement
    -nice colors

    Cons:
    -some bugs
    -dialogue wheel isn't the best
    -control/settings for PC can be wonky    … Expand
  27. TragicHarmony28
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is in my top lists of favorite games in the past 10 years. The story unfolds, creating a funfilled, chaotic gaming experience. If you're a fan of RPG's then you will definately enjoy this game. The only reason i knocked the game down to a 9 was for the occasional glitches and graphics are somewhat underpar. Have fun with, which i beleive will be game of the year.
  28. sitruck
    Nov 15, 2015
    9
    I didn't overhype myself for this game and for that reason I'm loving it. GOTY candidate. As well there may be a few bugs they are nothing major more of just a hiccup in the engine but I always find myself laughing at them ,they do not take away from the game that much.
  29. acc244420
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    While it still has many of the problems (bugs, average gun play, some bland quests) I found myself really enjoying this entry into the series. It felt improved from the predecessors (Fallout 3 and New Vegas) and added some nice refinements to enemy design, world exploring, and character progression.
  30. Pantal00ns
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Most Fallout players came to this game thinking it would be Fallout 3: Part 2. Sure, I may have thought this too but the game, none the less is still great. I have around 6 hours logged so far and it's pretty fun. The quests are engaging, the graphics are great and the guns feel great (if you remove mouse acceleration).

    In my eyes, there are so many bad reviews because people thought    Most Fallout players came to this game thinking it would be Fallout 3: Part 2. Sure, I may have thought this too but the game, none the less is still great. I have around 6 hours logged so far and it's pretty fun. The quests are engaging, the graphics are great and the guns feel great (if you remove mouse acceleration).

    In my eyes, there are so many bad reviews because people thought this would be the holy grail of games (Protip: No game is gonna be that way). Sure the game was dumbed down a bit but it feels smooth now, instead of constantly being in your inventory. The game is meant to sell, and in doing so, Bethesda will try to sell to the largest demographic. Not everyone wants to spend countless hours slowly finding things in desks, the new system is fast and appeals to so many gamers.

    The Game was hyped a lot and when there's hype, each person wants the game to fit to their own wishes.
    Bethesda can't please everyone.

    Great game so far, can't wait to play more.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#31 Best PC Game of 2015
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#2 Most Discussed PC Game of 2015
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#2 Most Shared PC Game of 2015

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Metascore
84

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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