Fallout 4

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5.7

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  1. CaptainChaos
    Aug 13, 2016
    10
    Truly amazing. Just like F3 and FNV but better. Each area feels different, and the verticality of downtown Boston is amazing. Everything is connected at level and above, giving you seemingly unending paths to take and watch your back from. Power Armor is balanced by having VATS drain it significantly, and personally I love the new Perk System (its seems cleaner to me than the oldTruly amazing. Just like F3 and FNV but better. Each area feels different, and the verticality of downtown Boston is amazing. Everything is connected at level and above, giving you seemingly unending paths to take and watch your back from. Power Armor is balanced by having VATS drain it significantly, and personally I love the new Perk System (its seems cleaner to me than the old Skills system). Sure, it could have been ported better and that makes me angry, but the reality is, mods will fix that and the game is just awesome. About 250 hours and only have seen maybe 60% of the map.… Expand
  2. popqazguy
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    Fallout....Fallout never changes

    PROS - Hugely improved combat that feels great now - Great, emotional start that doesn't linger too long! (although i wish we could explore the prewar era more) - Voiced character adds a ton of emotional attachment and gives your character more depth - Settlement building deepens the interaction with the world and finally lets you build a home of    Fallout....Fallout never changes

    PROS
    - Hugely improved combat that feels great now
    - Great, emotional start that doesn't linger too long! (although i wish we could explore the prewar era more)
    - Voiced character adds a ton of emotional attachment and gives your character more depth
    - Settlement building deepens the interaction with the world and finally lets you build a home of your own
    - Armor and weapon crafting is AWESOME! The variety here is just great and you see the effects immediately
    - Story is engaging (so far)
    - Much improved graphics and animations
    - Pipboy interface comes alive more, and everything about the game is more immersive
    - Companions are fantastic! and offer unique dialogue

    CONS
    - Dialogue system is severely watered down due to having a voiced protagonist
    - Not much innovation at all. This is pretty much just Fallout 3 with better mechanics
    - Perk Tree is initially quite messy, and some of the balancing is off, with having to invest way too much to set up trading
    - Performance is pretty demanding considering how dated the graphics are compared to other 2015 games
    - Dated engine, results in tons of loading, and the occasional dumb NPCs.

    Overall, this is STILL a great game! And in many ways its an improved version of Fallout 3. Its addictive, the looting is faster, and there are numerous subtle improvements. But the dumbed down dialogue system and the general lack of new systems, (the lock picking, hacking is virtually the same) makes the game feel too familiar is some ways, and lacks the awe inspiring freshness that was present when Fallout 3 released.

    In the end, Its more Fallout, with some improvements and some steps back. But its still a ton of fun, and i cant wait to finish the story!    … Expand
  3. Lambo442
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Haven't experienced any bugs so far. The building aspect alone has been keeping me occupied for hours. It's very intuitive. Deciding whether to keep a neighbours sofa for use in your own home or scrap it for parts is a nice touch and I love the way NPCs come and live with you and can be assigned as workers. It's not linear at all like some people have said. The character animations areHaven't experienced any bugs so far. The building aspect alone has been keeping me occupied for hours. It's very intuitive. Deciding whether to keep a neighbours sofa for use in your own home or scrap it for parts is a nice touch and I love the way NPCs come and live with you and can be assigned as workers. It's not linear at all like some people have said. The character animations are phenomenal and the voice acting is fine. The UI is a lot smoother and looting is ten times quicker as you only have to hover over boxes etc now to see contents. It's perfect. The music is more like the Elder Scrolls universe too, which I dig. User score is incorrect on this one… Expand
  4. mindw0rk
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Bad: blurry textures that are about the same quality as vanilla Skyrim, dialogue options are constructed the same way for all chats, occasional stuttering.

    Good: story, quests, crafting and town building, balance at highet difficulty.

    Amazing: atmosphere, music, world design and details, ability to use power armor, gameplay overal.
  5. TraumaHunter
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Ignore the negative user reviews.

    This game is amazing. This site got raided and about 1000 negative reviews showed up overnight. You shouldn't be looking here to find quality reviews in the first place. The game is not buggy like everyone claims it is and mods are already fixing the small kinks that are there. The only annoyance i've had is that I had to go to the .ini files    Ignore the negative user reviews.

    This game is amazing.

    This site got raided and about 1000 negative reviews showed up overnight.

    You shouldn't be looking here to find quality reviews in the first place. The game is not buggy like everyone claims it is and mods are already fixing the small kinks that are there.

    The only annoyance i've had is that I had to go to the .ini files to change FOV from 75 to 90 and there was no slider in the options.

    That's literally it.

    Don't listen to the raid : The reviews will hopefully be removed that came as a result of the raid.    … Expand
  6. Quellor
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Fallout 4 is one of the most anticipated games for 2015 and it simply delivers when it comes to game play and story. Graphics and new mechanics have been vastly upgraded and the game overall has a polished feel to it. If you are a fan of the Fallout franchise then this is a must have. For people one the fence it would be a strong recommendation to try. Made by Bathesda, well known for aFallout 4 is one of the most anticipated games for 2015 and it simply delivers when it comes to game play and story. Graphics and new mechanics have been vastly upgraded and the game overall has a polished feel to it. If you are a fan of the Fallout franchise then this is a must have. For people one the fence it would be a strong recommendation to try. Made by Bathesda, well known for a hit series of games. I could plainly see that Fallout 4 was made with a high level or attention to detail and built around a strong foundation and reputation.… Expand
  7. drumbunny
    Nov 14, 2015
    10
    Best Fallout since 1 and 2!!
    I rather have a speaking character, resulting in much more Immersion, than text lines as dialog...
    The story is ok (never been big in Bethesda games), graphics are very good for an open world game, gunplay way better than in FO3 and NV!
  8. Mercarcher
    Nov 13, 2015
    10
    I'm 60 hours into the game and closing into the end game on my first playthrough. Let me first say in my 60 hours I have run into only 2 bugs both of which are very minor and were resolved by a restart of the game. There isn't a massive problem with the game engine as the 0's who probably haven't even played the game will make you believe.

    Don't mind the circlejerk hate brigade about    I'm 60 hours into the game and closing into the end game on my first playthrough. Let me first say in my 60 hours I have run into only 2 bugs both of which are very minor and were resolved by a restart of the game. There isn't a massive problem with the game engine as the 0's who probably haven't even played the game will make you believe.

    Don't mind the circlejerk hate brigade about this game, it is fantastic. The new perk system really makes you choose how you want to play your character, a lot more so than previous fallout games where you could literally become master of everything relatively quickly. The story also has you make some hard choices when choosing your faction because they all have valid goals that can not overlap. The gun modding system is by far the best addition to the series though. I'm constantly looking around for scrap items so I can customize my guns. Combine that with the legendary weapon perks and you have an extremely fun way to hope for an amazing gun. I personally got lucky and got a hunting rifle with the perk "Does double damage if the target is at full HP" and I modded it to becomes a .50 sniper rifle with a silencer so I can sneak around picking off full HP targets stealthy from a distance. Its just amazing how much you can tailor your experience to how you want to play.

    So far from the Elder Scrolls and Fallout series I rate this below Morrowind, but above New Vegas, Skyrim, Oblivion, and Fallout 3. Its a fantastic game.    … Expand
  9. StrongHarm
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    Superb! This is in the top 5 games I've ever played. I'm floored there are so many bad reviews. I sincerely believe that the people giving it negative reviews tried to play through it fast like any other game they've played in the past. I could see how the complex nuances would escape you if you went about it this way. As for me; I've spent a lot of time building my settlements up.Superb! This is in the top 5 games I've ever played. I'm floored there are so many bad reviews. I sincerely believe that the people giving it negative reviews tried to play through it fast like any other game they've played in the past. I could see how the complex nuances would escape you if you went about it this way. As for me; I've spent a lot of time building my settlements up. There's a bar in each one with ceiling fans, jukeboxes, smokes a brews on tables, etc. I've researched and refined the best defensive strategies and employed the standard at each location. Each settlement is a creative masterpiece. Although I've sank a lot of time into that, I don't feel like I've skimped on questing and fighting. It's easy to put time into both since there's no time limit on quests and tasks. As for graphics I'm really impressed with the godrays and the artillery in particular. The story line is engaging and fun.. and these devs have a great sense of humor. Besides the very few bugs I've encountered (understandable for a game so new and so vast) I really can't think of how it could possibly be better than it is. I don't know if I've ever been so immersed in a game before, and I've been at this since the 90s. Bravo Bethesda!!… Expand
  10. Akrabra
    Nov 14, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A Masterpiece in its own right. Fallout 4 might be a little rough around the edges, but when the world opens up and welcomes you into it, then there is no turning back.

    Detailed world - Simply put the details in this game will put many developers to shame. Every object in the world is placed with care and though, every object has functions and animations to perform these functions.

    Game-play - A huge step up from FO3 and New Vegas. Gun play is vastly improved to give the game a good weapon handling feeling. Though easier to hit enemies without proper stats, it is still tied in nicely with weapon crafting, armor crafting and SPECIAL/Perks. Keeping it grounded as an RPG with the stats doing its magic in the background. Other crafting also includes a cooking system, and a chem system.

    Story - The story is quite solid and actually has some twists and turns you won't see coming. The characters you meet in the world are interesting and unique. Dialogue is better than ever and every dialogue choice made might move the conversation forward in unexpected ways, so weigh your options carefully. Factions are present in this game and they are all well presented within the setting. Having their own motivations and ideology. Will you save the Commonwealth from itself? Will you turn it into a state for human hope, or take it down a dark path? The choice is yours and it works well.

    Companions - Interesting individuals might join you on your journey, and they are a fancy bunch of misfits in true Fallout style. Each individual joining you have their own motivations, backstory and preferences. Dialogue is tied to a like/dislike system which works very well. Unlike other game with companions you can't have everyone liking you because of the choices you make in the game. Their combat AI is abit rough, and they can grate your nerves, but the positives outweigh the negatives on this one.

    Atmosphere - The new colour palette, lighting options, water graphics and weather system all lends the game a much needed lift in the atmosphere depatrment. The world is beautiful, and scary. The music does it part to keep you hooked, both inside and outside of combat. Every small detail adds to this atmosphere and keeps the world fresh throughout the game.

    Exploration - The exploration is top notch in every aspect. Assisted by great gameplay, atmosphere, and the attention to detail no two locations are the same and every location has a story to tell. It might lead to a new quest from a note, holotape, computer or just an npc that needs your help. Every time you go around a corner something new is happening, and it keeps you hooked for hours on end.

    Graphics - As atmosphere is part of this, the graphics are in its way great. Though the engine is now very old, and it is sadly a console port. Textures range from amazing to very poor. Character models is a huge improvement compared to Skyrim, but lacking compared to other RPG's out this year, same goes for animations.

    UI - The UI quite bad, or it is easy enough to use, but it was built for console. This has however been a problem with Bethesda since Morrowind, and TW3/DA:I also had these problems. I don't see this changing for any huge RPG in the future, seeing as consoles are the main market.

    All in all to me this game is not perfect. It has its rough edges and some things that i wish were different. To me though those things just evaporates when i start exploring and taking part in this amazing world Bethesda has built. This is the masterpiece i was waiting for, and got. 10 does not mean perfect, it just means i enjoy it that much.    … Expand
  11. Doomsday4766
    Feb 2, 2016
    10
    I love it! Fallout 4 is SUCH an improvement over the mechanics of 3 ! if they put out DLC half as good Fallout 3's this will be the best game in existence . I always felt that console games really lacked that 'sandbox' feel. Honestly i am a PC gamer, i need mods. Fallout 4? I haven't had the need or want to install a single mod, ok , maybe I could use 'scrap scrap' but other wise this is aI love it! Fallout 4 is SUCH an improvement over the mechanics of 3 ! if they put out DLC half as good Fallout 3's this will be the best game in existence . I always felt that console games really lacked that 'sandbox' feel. Honestly i am a PC gamer, i need mods. Fallout 4? I haven't had the need or want to install a single mod, ok , maybe I could use 'scrap scrap' but other wise this is a solid installment to the Fallout franchise.

    Fallout 3 was just so rigid You couldn't do anything besides murder and kill everything .. which isn't so bad. Fallout 4 however really adds a 'progressive feel' like you actually accomplish stuff. Unlike 3 where in the end your only left with a dead story and all your 'stuff' . I could play Fallout 4 forever and still have my settlements to improve, or random events to find, or legendary gear to collect.

    10/10 because unlike every other big company AAA rated game Bethesda still tries to give us something new and different , I appreciate that.    … Expand
  12. stocean
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Game is too fun. No time to write in-depth review. It's basically Fallout 3+ in Skyrim engine XXL. If you like free-form exploring, crafting, wandering around doing whatever you want, you'll LOVE this game.
  13. Ezzaron
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    this game is awesome. i love every part of it so much, even if i dont use the power armor to get a higher difficulty. all 0 score people should shame themselves, just compare it to games nowadays. your expectations where to high, fallout is not responsible for that. my expectations where high too, but i love it as it is. just play how you want, the world is open as ***... there is nothingthis game is awesome. i love every part of it so much, even if i dont use the power armor to get a higher difficulty. all 0 score people should shame themselves, just compare it to games nowadays. your expectations where to high, fallout is not responsible for that. my expectations where high too, but i love it as it is. just play how you want, the world is open as ***... there is nothing to critize, game runs well and i dont have any perfomance issues at all! maybe buy a better setup, i dont know. recommend this 10/10, the 7 years of waiting are paying off, 10 times in my opinion :) 10/10 good job bethesda, another diamond in your games collection!… Expand
  14. UnkleBustakap
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    We already knew it wouldn't look gorgeous. The crafting system and building system are a ton of fun. Some situations are definitely challenging. Pure open world.

    9/10 but an extra point to offset those who don't like bethesda style rpgs.
  15. Ericius
    Nov 27, 2015
    10
    I was kind of scared I would not like this game because of all the (very) negative reviews. But curiosity and my love for the open fallout world moved me to buy it anyway. I'm a discount man and I hardly buy full price games. For Fallout I made an exception which made the gamble even bigger. After 25 hours of play I can say the game has progressed on all levels. It runs smooth on highI was kind of scared I would not like this game because of all the (very) negative reviews. But curiosity and my love for the open fallout world moved me to buy it anyway. I'm a discount man and I hardly buy full price games. For Fallout I made an exception which made the gamble even bigger. After 25 hours of play I can say the game has progressed on all levels. It runs smooth on high quality, everything is very beautiful. Combat is challenging and runs very smooth. I can imagine people who want to play a straight forward shooter or traditional RPG are disappointed (as we can read here as well). But I am thankful to Bethesda they do let the games they make evolve. First hour I thought that Fallout 4 was a prettier, smoother and faster version of New Vegas. Until the super expended crafting system was unveiled and after that the village building. Great stuff!… Expand
  16. daftshadow
    Nov 13, 2016
    10
    Fallout 4 is such an amazing game. It's even better with all those crazy mods. I've played through the game several times and put over 200+ hours. Despite the out dated game engine, visually it is still nice and only made better with graphic mods. Hopefully the next Fallout game will use a brand new engine with better graphics. If you're a true RPG fan, Fallout 4 is your dream game.
  17. Daelda
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    Excellent game! The game is massive, very enjoyable, and runs extremely well! I have had almost no glitches in my game since installing it, and not a single glitch that caused me to be unable to play or that caused a CTD.

    The settlement system is excellent, if a bit daunting and has a bit of a learning curve to it. The new Power Armor actually FEELS like Power Armor, instead of just    Excellent game! The game is massive, very enjoyable, and runs extremely well! I have had almost no glitches in my game since installing it, and not a single glitch that caused me to be unable to play or that caused a CTD.

    The settlement system is excellent, if a bit daunting and has a bit of a learning curve to it. The new Power Armor actually FEELS like Power Armor, instead of just another suit of armor, similar to steel-colored leather.

    The graphics are beautiful, and, while not "photo-realistic" or anything, they are still very beautiful. I enjoy the voice acting and while the voiced name is mostly a "gimmick", hopefully it can be used by modders and expanded upon by Bethesda in future updates/DLC and upcoming games.

    I was a bit frustrated with the keyboard command layout - I did not like how it was set up, and changing it could be difficult, if not impossible.

    The game's potential, once modders get a hold of the necessary tools, is enormous! I look forward to seeing just what the community does with the game.

    I am old enough to remember playing Fallout when it originally cam out. Is this the same game? No. Does this game fit in the same universe? Sure! As much as Fallout 2 did, and Fallout 3 and New Vegas. If you are a "purist", then really, the only "true" Fallout" game was the original, because the others began drifting from that original vision starting with Fallout 2.

    Oh, and if your complaints are about the lack of an FOV slider, or godrays - this is why they have an ini file. It's easy enough to change them. I set my FOV to 110 in the ini, and used the Bethesda launcher to set the godrays to low. Easy as pie.    … Expand
  18. KoneSide
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    Absolutely stunning, HAS got to be GOTY 2015!
    Recommended def.

    Graphics - 9.5/10
    Gameplay - 9.5/10
    Customization 9/10
    Overall 9.5/10

    Amazing game, Todd Howard has done it again.
  19. GenXY
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    Jesus Christ, these negative reviews are absurd. Giving it a 10 to balance out the total insanity of people giving out red scores to this magnificent video game. You all should be ashamed of yourselves, this is a prime example of why no one trusts user reviews on here anymore.
  20. silkforcalde
    Apr 24, 2018
    10
    Easily the most misunderstood game of all time. An absolute masterpiece of level design, world design, loot, combat, etc. Wonderful visuals. Amazingly well designed side characters with truly fantastic dialogue. One of the best games of all time, no contest. No other game provides such a feeling of dangerous adventure. To get the full experience this game must be played on survivalEasily the most misunderstood game of all time. An absolute masterpiece of level design, world design, loot, combat, etc. Wonderful visuals. Amazingly well designed side characters with truly fantastic dialogue. One of the best games of all time, no contest. No other game provides such a feeling of dangerous adventure. To get the full experience this game must be played on survival mode, the best hard difficulty mode of all time. Nothing else is as deep, challenging, immersive, and enthralling as this game. A masterpiece.… Expand
  21. keysmachine
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    10 because I think it's funny that there's almost as many positive reviews as there are negative reviews.

    also because this is the game I've been waiting for, for quite some time. The gun-play is nice the graphics are good and I'm getting nothing but butter smooth frame-rates. I wasn't sure how I would feel about my character having a voice, but it's pretty well done. oh and 10 did i    10 because I think it's funny that there's almost as many positive reviews as there are negative reviews.

    also because this is the game I've been waiting for, for quite some time. The gun-play is nice the graphics are good and I'm getting nothing but butter smooth frame-rates. I wasn't sure how I would feel about my character having a voice, but it's pretty well done.

    oh and 10 did i say that already?    … Expand
  22. Dtweak
    Nov 15, 2015
    10
    This game is the Apple of the gaming industry. Everybody is trying to push android without ever even trying an IOS device.

    This game will not please everybody but its not because something is wrong with it. Almost everything has improved in the game and there is a ridiculous amount of content. So much that anybody reviewing the game at this point may have had and entirely different    This game is the Apple of the gaming industry. Everybody is trying to push android without ever even trying an IOS device.

    This game will not please everybody but its not because something is wrong with it. Almost everything has improved in the game and there is a ridiculous amount of content. So much that anybody reviewing the game at this point may have had and entirely different experience.

    I find the is more emphasis on combat and exploration then story and choices. In previous fallout games I pretty much played with the radio on the entire game. This time around I've left it off and have been enjoying the great ambiance this world has to offer. Loot and progression have also been largely improved do to legendary enemies dropping legendary items and the HUGE perk tree. Crafting is also the best I've ever seen in a game.

    The only con i can give is for questing. Quests is oblivion and new vegas were a LOT better at telling a unique story and offering unique ways to complete them but to be honest I haven't made it far enough in the game to judge quests yet as I'm having too much fun exploring and enjoying the combat.    … Expand
  23. DRMSUX
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    A real direct sequel to Fallout 3. Excellent story and character development, not to mention the millions of hours you will spend exploring the scenery and making their buildings, helping the settlements and of course the main missions / secondary. It is mandatory purchase for fans of the Fallout series.
  24. kuehnau
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Another great game by Bethesda Softworks, 7 years in the making. Fallout 4 is the perfection combination of new updates and nostalgia. It doesn't fix what never needed to be fixed, address some problems past games had and adds a whole lot more content.

    I was worried the game wouldn't run the best on my hardware, but I was surprised to find out the game wanted to run on 'Ultra' settings.    Another great game by Bethesda Softworks, 7 years in the making. Fallout 4 is the perfection combination of new updates and nostalgia. It doesn't fix what never needed to be fixed, address some problems past games had and adds a whole lot more content.

    I was worried the game wouldn't run the best on my hardware, but I was surprised to find out the game wanted to run on 'Ultra' settings. With a slightly outdated CPU and GPU, this was a nice surprise to know I didn't need to break the bank for optimal performance.

    People complaining about how the game looks, saying it's 'ugly' are just being asses. Any comparison to Fallout 3 and New Vegas can show you they improved how almost everything in the game looks better. I have a feeling most PC gamers are just really spoiled and look for anything to complain about.

    I have spending roughly 7 hours in the game so far, I have yet to run into any bugs or errors that has caused me any problems, unlike other users here, the game hasn't driven me 'insane' with bugs and glitches. Instead, so far, it has been a really enjoyable experience.

    Bottom line, it's a good game, it's hardly as 'ugly' as so many spoiled brats are screaming about and so far I have had nothing but a good time with the game. Haters gonna hate, I guess.    … Expand
  25. Benjamin99
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Best game I ever played. I have been a long fan of the fallout franchise since fallout 2 and shady-sands. And I can surely say this is the best fallout version yet. Some of the best mods that was in fallout 3 and New Vegas has been implemented in the core game of fallout 4 and it was a pleasant surprise. 10/10 a must buy for any RPG fan.
  26. zaphod6502
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    It runs well, looks great, I can make my own towns, I can make my own armor and weapons, and I can explore a large number of interesting locations. It's an updated Fallout 3 and I love it.
  27. irmscher
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    5.4 average user score, really? Those who are thinking to try this game, don;t think a single more minute, get it on Steam and you can ask for a refund within the 24 hours. This game is literately a masterpiece! I'm a gamer since early 90's so I know what I'm talking about. Those haters whine and compare it to Older Fallout series all the time. C'mn, download and install Old Vegas and see5.4 average user score, really? Those who are thinking to try this game, don;t think a single more minute, get it on Steam and you can ask for a refund within the 24 hours. This game is literately a masterpiece! I'm a gamer since early 90's so I know what I'm talking about. Those haters whine and compare it to Older Fallout series all the time. C'mn, download and install Old Vegas and see how much hours you will be willing to put in to that game. You are simply spoiled kids I must say who have no clue what a real game should look like. And don't me even get started on modding, you can customize your experience to pretty much whatever you want with so many mods out there for this game.… Expand
  28. chaos_1984
    May 5, 2016
    10
    Why all the negative reviews, in reality this is probably 8/10 but why all the 0's? Finally has a new engine from Fallout 3 and NV, NV prob has a stronger story. Solid gameplay and graphics overall though.
  29. Jacsam
    Dec 18, 2015
    10
    If you liked fallout 3 then you will like fallout 4. I cannot understand why each sequel of a game must show something different. The Fallout 3 game was amazing and this is more of the same with a new story and improved graphics. This game is just what I expected and it is a lot of fun to play. Consider it to be a huge DLC of the other fallout games and you will love it. I bought allIf you liked fallout 3 then you will like fallout 4. I cannot understand why each sequel of a game must show something different. The Fallout 3 game was amazing and this is more of the same with a new story and improved graphics. This game is just what I expected and it is a lot of fun to play. Consider it to be a huge DLC of the other fallout games and you will love it. I bought all of the DLC content on fallout 3 and skyrim so why stop there and get this game. The game is so huge with so many things to do. Remember the game will get the steam workshop and all of the cool mods. How could you possibly love fallout 3 and hate fallout 4? That makes no sense. If you hated fallout 3 then why would you get fallout 4?… Expand
  30. pixel_geist
    Nov 13, 2015
    10
    the best fallout ive ever played,

    I think that the people complaining about frame rates and stuttering are using inferior hardware, because my MSI laptop can run this game with a Nvidia 860M video card.... The crafting is more streamlined, bethesda took out everything I hated in New Vegas, added base building and crops and I have had the best times building forts and farms.... The    the best fallout ive ever played,

    I think that the people complaining about frame rates and stuttering are using inferior hardware, because my MSI laptop can run this game with a Nvidia 860M video card....
    The crafting is more streamlined, bethesda took out everything I hated in New Vegas, added base building and crops and I have had the best times building forts and farms....
    The looting now has a purpose, and I feel that this is the game Fallout 3 should have been.    … Expand
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#31 Best PC Game of 2015
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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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