The Settlers: Fourth Edition

 PC
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Jul 30, 2001
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. IGN
    70
    Even with the improved graphics and the addition of some new units and the Dark Tribe, the game just boils down into a repetitive jumble of micro-management that didn't have any really interesting catches or scenarios to keep me hooked.
  2. GameSpy
    67
    Like getting the ant farm as a gift four birthdays in a row, the introduction of a "new" Settlers game is becoming a trite, if comfortable, old joke.

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 22
  3. Negative: 4 out of 22
  1. 666gonzo666
    Nov 28, 2014
    10
    The Settlers IV is great game, IMO best in series. I just love it: many resources, many buildings, and great gameplay. I can spend hours andThe Settlers IV is great game, IMO best in series. I just love it: many resources, many buildings, and great gameplay. I can spend hours and hours in the game on every map. 3 races are nicely varied (I prefer the Romans).… Full Review »
  2. NickM.
    Jul 11, 2003
    9
    You should get better unique units.
  3. ABB.
    May 11, 2003
    4
    Always the enemies are faster than you and have more resource than you.
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