Grand Theft Auto IV

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7.9

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  1. GuybrushT.
    Jun 12, 2008
    7
    Way too hyped, and too bugged at launch.
  2. JonathanC.
    Jun 21, 2008
    7
    This game removed so many of the fun elements that were present in the previous installments. No more going to the gym to work out and learn new melee moves, no more barbershops for different haircuts, tattoo parlors, no more vigilante missions, taxi cab missions, fire truck missions, house theft missions. The motor cycles have been nerfed to the point where they are really just This game removed so many of the fun elements that were present in the previous installments. No more going to the gym to work out and learn new melee moves, no more barbershops for different haircuts, tattoo parlors, no more vigilante missions, taxi cab missions, fire truck missions, house theft missions. The motor cycles have been nerfed to the point where they are really just pointless. Overall, granted the driving IS more realistic. However, if I wanted realistic driving physics in a video game I'll play Gran Turismo, not GTA4. The driving simply isn't as fun as it used to be. OK, so blasting through a police barricade at 150 mph and continuing on with barely a scratch wasn't realistic but hey, it was more fun than the overly critical driving controls in this game! Some of the games are downright undriveable and you'll find yourself desperately clutching any fancy, good handling sports car you come across. Speaking of options that have been removed from the series, NO MORE PROPERTIES! What am I accumulating all this money for? I can't own properties of my choosing, I can't buy businesses, what am I supposed to do with this fortune I've amassed. I can't get cool Fresh Prince haircuts, I can't get sweet Motley Crue tattoos, so what am I supposed to do with this money? There are no more gangs. Granted, it did occasionally get annoying having to be shot at whenever you entered a hostile area but I felt it did lend some character to the game. If you've been screwing the Triads over repeatedly throughout the storyline that it's only appropriate that their going to shoot at you when you roam around in their territory. Furthermore, it was always great running into your own gang members and watching them fight for you. No more of this in GTA4. Overall, I feel that the storyline holds up pretty well with the rest of the series. Niko and his brother are solid characters and the voice acting is also strong, although I don't think anyone will ever beat Ray Liotta in Vice City. You'll find yourself running up against some of the big cats in Liberty City and the cast of supporting characters also holds up well with those of the previous series. However, the entire friendship dynamic is implemented in a horrible fashion. You'll find yourself feeling obliged to go man-dates with certain characters just to keep their benefits going, such as postponing that retry of this mission you've been dying to beat so that you can drive halfway across the city to take your potsmoking Jamaican friend to Cluckin Bell so that he'll keep selling you discount weapons. Again, good idea in theory, but severely annoying when implemented in a lengthy game like this. Furthermore, the ability to use the internet and access the police database is really just a tease. Most of the internet sites consist of pointless drivel and you'll often find yourself mysteriously unable to access most of it. Another sadly implemented gimmick. I could go on and on about this game. Just for the record, I BOUGHT THE PS2 TO PLAY GTA. In my opinion each of the previous games had a separate strength, I felt the storyline of GTA3 was the best while the environment and world of Vice City excelled and the sheer scope and amount of various activities in San Andreas was amazing. I don't really see any areas in which GTA4 excels over any of its predecessors. All of those fun, albeit "frivolous" activities in San Andreas have been removed, Liberty City takes itself to seriously to be stir as much entertainment and nostalgia as Vice City and the story of a tough guy immigrant rising to the top still doesn't strike me as much as the silent protagonist of GTA3 battling for and against the Italian Mafia. Definitely a step back in the series.… Expand
  3. JohnC.
    Jun 23, 2008
    7
    Graphically this game is leaps and bounds above San Andreas. But boy is this city devoid of anything to do. I had more fun buying property in Godfather's Don Edition. Money is useless in this game. There isn't any gambling, any dirty business with strippers, no racketeering, pimping, extortion (yeah one store with a rock in the window...) Kind of a bland morose city.
  4. Guardian
    Jul 18, 2008
    7
    In short GTA4 is a fun ass ride for sure. Its got some great graphics and a pretty tight story line with plenty to do and see and a huge city to explore. But, and please excuse me for saying this its pretty much a fuller more polished version of the previous outings. Having played all prior version of GTA i thought there could have been just a little more individuality to this one. In short GTA4 is a fun ass ride for sure. Its got some great graphics and a pretty tight story line with plenty to do and see and a huge city to explore. But, and please excuse me for saying this its pretty much a fuller more polished version of the previous outings. Having played all prior version of GTA i thought there could have been just a little more individuality to this one. Fantastic game dont get me wrong, it just felt like i had played this one 3 times b4. Worth the money, worth the time, and would b fantastic if i hadnt played the previous ones is all.… Expand
  5. MaartenR.
    May 14, 2008
    7
    The graphics look good, but the gameplay is nothing i haven't seen before. San Andreas was a bigger step forward than this game is. For me, I regret to say, it's the most overrated game of the century.
  6. DonK.
    May 20, 2008
    7
    Great game but not the best. Some needlessly pain in the butt missions and craptacular foliage and facial renderings make it far from perfect.
  7. AnonymousMC
    Jun 14, 2008
    7
    This game is my favorite of the GTA series (other than the original top down game). I say this because I didn't get bored right aways. Yes, it's open ended, and yes, you can shoot people for hours, but I could also go play a game where I can shoot people for hours and actually progress. The missions are entertaining, but having to go and pick up your friends all the time isThis game is my favorite of the GTA series (other than the original top down game). I say this because I didn't get bored right aways. Yes, it's open ended, and yes, you can shoot people for hours, but I could also go play a game where I can shoot people for hours and actually progress. The missions are entertaining, but having to go and pick up your friends all the time is annoying. The driving isn't that great, the cars feel like crap. The graphics are decent, but that's like gold in this series. If they were excellent, I think Rockstar would explode and cause a world-wide panic. The online isn't that great, it's been done before, only better. The story is the shining part of this game, it's really well done, and not another overly cliche gangster/gangsta' plot point. So, it's not perfect, but it's good. Sorry I don't think it's God-like because everyone else tells me to.… Expand
  8. HarryS.
    Jun 18, 2008
    7
    Sure this game has impeccable presentation, but as much as it has style, it lacks originality. The story itself was mediocre, the missions got boring, and driving around was a bore, thank god for the taxi. Rockstar said they wanted to make more GTA more realistic, which they have done, but this has taken away from GTA what made it so fun: a hyper realistic world full of crazy things to Sure this game has impeccable presentation, but as much as it has style, it lacks originality. The story itself was mediocre, the missions got boring, and driving around was a bore, thank god for the taxi. Rockstar said they wanted to make more GTA more realistic, which they have done, but this has taken away from GTA what made it so fun: a hyper realistic world full of crazy things to do. Its a shame that once you have completed the game there is nothing much left to do apart from look at pretty visuals. The multiplayer is fairly good, although nothing too new or special. Overall, a 7/10, its the same old GTA with better graphics, with a fairly lacklustre storyline and an unimpressive finale, but is merited by the sheer epicness of the game world and its presentation.… Expand
  9. AkuytK.
    Jun 2, 2008
    7
    Gameplay and story is what I wanted. I don't care that much about graphics, city-accuracy and varying degrees of realism. Missions are boring, repetitive, and forgettable. It is easy to see how, after playing the game for only 2-3 hrs, critics would give it a high score. However, playing through this game to the end has little reward or depth in play. Poor story and a terrible Gameplay and story is what I wanted. I don't care that much about graphics, city-accuracy and varying degrees of realism. Missions are boring, repetitive, and forgettable. It is easy to see how, after playing the game for only 2-3 hrs, critics would give it a high score. However, playing through this game to the end has little reward or depth in play. Poor story and a terrible ending, not justified by "realism" contribute to a totally underwhelming and unsatisfying gaming experience. I reserve my high scores for truly great games (Zelda:OoT?). You still have to play it for the great things it offers, but don't expect unique gameplay or that feeling of satisfaction when you finish.… Expand
  10. PajoolD.
    Jun 21, 2008
    7
    This game is way overrated, i could play San Andraes for 12 hours straight when I got it, this game you easily get sick of, they don't even have offline multiplayer, you can't do up cars there is nothing new added to the game, it's not that great.
  11. JuanN.
    Jul 20, 2008
    7
    Ok, pretty much the same with better graphics and slightly better controls, except driving seems harder.
  12. GillianS
    Nov 5, 2009
    7
    Personally, critics have been too smooth with that game. Repetitive missions, annoying features such as breaking out the windshield when you collide with something. They should have give it a 85, not 98.
  13. JornS
    May 2, 2009
    7
    I would give it a 7 just because of the fact, that when you beaten the main storyline, the game ends, it just ends there, and there is nothing more to do then driving around and/or go sightseeing, wich by then, you'd propably did already.. good: graphics, (side)missions that are there, less arcade-like driving like vice city has, multiplayer and a big urban envirement. bad: no; I would give it a 7 just because of the fact, that when you beaten the main storyline, the game ends, it just ends there, and there is nothing more to do then driving around and/or go sightseeing, wich by then, you'd propably did already.. good: graphics, (side)missions that are there, less arcade-like driving like vice city has, multiplayer and a big urban envirement. bad: no; planes, tattoos, haircuts, not that much side-missions, kate dies! i'd prefer to see rasta-man die :P, that annoying prick with bad english... worst: the lack of property, buying/owning company's like in vice city.… Expand
  14. Jim
    Jun 1, 2009
    7
    I realized the fun was gone in the first car chase where I shot out the guys tires and he kept driving along at full speed, crashing through cars without slowing down, and making all the turns like he was on rails. That's just one of many many examples. It's almost like they tried to remove anything fun that had remained from previous games. Where's the sandbox environment I realized the fun was gone in the first car chase where I shot out the guys tires and he kept driving along at full speed, crashing through cars without slowing down, and making all the turns like he was on rails. That's just one of many many examples. It's almost like they tried to remove anything fun that had remained from previous games. Where's the sandbox environment where anything goes? Where's the fun and mayhem of the past games? I really can't believe that reviewers cited answering a cell phone, and driving people around town and on virtual dates for virtual bowling, as features that made this a better game. Seriously...who paid off who for those reviews? You can see the discrepancy when you look at critical reviews vs. actual gamer reviews. I think a lot of people aren't going to look at the GTA series the same way. I hope Rockstar listens and doesn't believe it's own hype for the next one. It was worth a 7 not a 10.… Expand
  15. VanA.
    Jun 24, 2009
    7
    I really tried my best to like GTA4. This is one of my favorite franchises ever. I have fully completed and LOVED every game before it, even the top-down ones. The ridiculous praise it got seemed too good to be true. After forcefully playing for about 15-20 hours, I simply couldn't stand the repetition, inconsistency and overall frustration. My biggest complaint lies with the I really tried my best to like GTA4. This is one of my favorite franchises ever. I have fully completed and LOVED every game before it, even the top-down ones. The ridiculous praise it got seemed too good to be true. After forcefully playing for about 15-20 hours, I simply couldn't stand the repetition, inconsistency and overall frustration. My biggest complaint lies with the physics. It's far too realistic for a GTA game. It gives you a stunningly detailed world with limitless possibilities but mocks you and quickly slaps your wrists if you dare to try anything extraordinary. Driving had an over the top arcade like feel in previous GTA's that made it very fun but 4 went overboard and made it feel like a flat out simulation. Walking and running quickly became notorious due to the countless stops and delays when you nudged something or made a quick turn. The cellphone integration was clunky and needless. Dating and hanging out was forced down your throat and the missions were very repetitive. All in all, I found playing GTA4 to be more of a chore than anything else. The effort and devotion from the talent at Rockstar and the technology at work is certainly impressive but in conclusion, I simply didn't find it fun to play and never touched it again.… Expand
  16. YoyoS
    Aug 24, 2009
    7
    1-WAAAAAAY too realisitc. The cops can shoot you through the car windows. If you collide with an object at high speeds you're going out of the windshield which is by far the most annoying feature of the game and REALLY ruins the fun. I'm a huge vice city fan and when you don't want to do missions you can mess with the cops and actually withstand them (unless you slam a 1-WAAAAAAY too realisitc. The cops can shoot you through the car windows. If you collide with an object at high speeds you're going out of the windshield which is by far the most annoying feature of the game and REALLY ruins the fun. I'm a huge vice city fan and when you don't want to do missions you can mess with the cops and actually withstand them (unless you slam a tank), but with GTAIV, try playing around with the police when your wanted level is 4 stars..it's just too much. 2-The controls are CRAPPY 3-very, very limited weapons.… Expand
  17. JamesR.
    Jan 29, 2010
    7
    As a game by itself it looks good and plays well and i had some very happy times playing it, as part of the gta series it is however, dissapionting. many things which made vice city and san andreas such good fun are missing and replaced by some very poor mini games , friends that bug the hell out of you to do boring repetitive things with them to keep them happy. It's all a bit of a chore.
  18. J.H.
    Apr 28, 2008
    7
    It's just the same, it never changes. Also there are a lot of performance issues. also, a 10 means perfect, this ain't perfect. If your new to the game I would give it a 9, if you played the whole series I would give it a 7. It's just San Andreas in a nextgen case.
  19. RobertN.
    May 18, 2008
    7
    Graphics are horrible - why are the GTA games so dark and dismal all the time (except for GTA Vice City)? Looks like the developers spent more time trying to make the wrinkles and scars in people's faces appear realistic than they spent on the character models themselves. The story is good, but you don't play GTA games for the story. I don't want to watch a movie, I want to Graphics are horrible - why are the GTA games so dark and dismal all the time (except for GTA Vice City)? Looks like the developers spent more time trying to make the wrinkles and scars in people's faces appear realistic than they spent on the character models themselves. The story is good, but you don't play GTA games for the story. I don't want to watch a movie, I want to play a game. Not much a fun factor compared to Saints Row (now that was a fun game!). Automatic targeting system is not fun! What good is a shooter if you don't get the targeting system right? What's so hard about making a manual targeting easy and intuitve? Saints Row got it right the first time. GTA still doesn't get it, Although it has made some improvements. Went from horrible to just bad. Too much talking on the radio. The internet surfing is just lame. Composed of a bunch of links. Humor is pathetic - like something a 5th grader would come up with. You can't buy anything off the internet. You can't do anything on the internet except send and receive e-mails. Would have been nice if you could order flowers, books, etc. I could go on, but I won't. Don't know why so many gave it a 10/10. They obviously never played Saints Row, as Rockstar stole many ideas from it.… Expand
  20. conailldoherty
    May 21, 2008
    7
    what is all the fuss ,i mean come on.It's just the same thing again exept this time the controls are bad.Everythings bean done before.they copyed the lock and aim from 007 everything or nothing,smathing threw car windows from flatout,cars from driver and most of the missions have been done before in other gtas.It's a great game but completly overrated and fails to deliver
  21. Mimo
    May 27, 2008
    7
    They certainly know how to skip on what makes GTA great. The missions are fun but aren't to unique to separate them from each other, you know, kill that guy with this; stuff like that. The voice-acting is excellent, the animations have a nice rehaul, the visuals from day to night are wonderful, and the content goes above and beyond. But it deserves a 7 for not being original and only They certainly know how to skip on what makes GTA great. The missions are fun but aren't to unique to separate them from each other, you know, kill that guy with this; stuff like that. The voice-acting is excellent, the animations have a nice rehaul, the visuals from day to night are wonderful, and the content goes above and beyond. But it deserves a 7 for not being original and only sticking to the close knit formula from the previous titles. (thinking inside the box) The one thing they could have done to save this title would be to include the catches to missions like a speed meter or the car will explode or a new way of playing like rail shooting. Multiplayer is a fun addition but its only fun for a couple sittings. I recommend this only because of the story and the ragdoll physics engine. PERIOD.… Expand
  22. Jerm
    May 3, 2008
    7
    You can't have a 100 average when each score isn't 100. It's impossible. Humph.
  23. TimA.
    Jun 13, 2008
    7
    This is massively overhyped as much as it pains me to say it. I have found with all of the previous GTA games that they can take a bit of getting into as they teach you new skills or simply set the story up for you, I thought initially that was what was happening here but alas no. Versus it's predecessors there is a distinct lack of originality here. It's the same stuff from This is massively overhyped as much as it pains me to say it. I have found with all of the previous GTA games that they can take a bit of getting into as they teach you new skills or simply set the story up for you, I thought initially that was what was happening here but alas no. Versus it's predecessors there is a distinct lack of originality here. It's the same stuff from before. The presentation is undeniably fantastic but it is a case of style over substance. They should not have done Liberty city again - I think everyone is bored with the American crime scene setting - the obvisou choice was London - they could have taken the same main character and used him there as there is a known eastern european crime scene in London. Very disssapointing and shame on everyone who gave it high marks just because it's GTA.… Expand
  24. VictorM.
    Aug 17, 2008
    7
    It was a great game and the most refined outing so far, but the ending was... strange, the missions were unoriginal(shoot, shoot and shoot more), there was nothing to do after you finished the story, no way to make money and sometimes it was boring.Not the best GTA game, but a nice game.There are many more games which are alot better.
  25. GasperG
    Feb 25, 2010
    7
    The 4th generation of the gta franchise takes you back to Liberty City where you play as Niko Belic whose come to seek the american dream due to his cousins wild emails and a special person the gameplay is youre clasic gta with an improved one on one combat mechanic, a new cower sistem and the lack of vehicles, weapons, mini games, etc. all of witch used to apear in previous gta gamesThe 4th generation of the gta franchise takes you back to Liberty City where you play as Niko Belic whose come to seek the american dream due to his cousins wild emails and a special person the gameplay is youre clasic gta with an improved one on one combat mechanic, a new cower sistem and the lack of vehicles, weapons, mini games, etc. all of witch used to apear in previous gta games luckily it has a good multiplayer that makes the missing content fell less depressive this is a very good game, however you do not get the full game in a copy of gta4 alone, if you want the full game you have to buy a copy and then all the gta dlc avalable that is why i give the disc version a very good 7.… Expand
  26. JakT
    Nov 15, 2008
    7
    GTA 4 was the game that clearly proved that there is something very rotten inside the game review industry. I, by no means support the notion that no game deserve a round 100, but the huge 100 tidal wave is simply ridiculous. The game is basically an improved version of 3, while ignoring the large majority of additions its sequels provided. I have to wonder since when highly repetitive GTA 4 was the game that clearly proved that there is something very rotten inside the game review industry. I, by no means support the notion that no game deserve a round 100, but the huge 100 tidal wave is simply ridiculous. The game is basically an improved version of 3, while ignoring the large majority of additions its sequels provided. I have to wonder since when highly repetitive missions, horrible framerate and bad controls (driving a car in GTA used to be fun). Answering the whims and chores of your cousin and contacts is not an interesting feature in any way. The game is overall fun in small doses but it doesn't match with the previous titles. The only redeeming factor was the online gameplay which is quick, versatile, and while not perfect, it's very fun. looking at the scores given by professional sites is simply annoying and disappointing, these sites should help the gamer, not the game. GTA IV gets a nice average 7. Game reviews website gets a 3.… Expand
  27. TravisB.
    May 11, 2008
    7
    No gang wars, no airplanes, no buying property, no jet pack, other than multiplayer nothing new was added that wasnt in san andreas. A great game, but also dissapointing, im not sure why rockstar wouldnt have made it better.
  28. PJ
    May 17, 2008
    7
    very much over-hyped, and not nearly as good as I thought it would be...It's a great game but theres so much disappointment. You should have to not have to unlock freeroaming, cops should not be so easy to escape, and some missions are a bit too lame. The multiplayer is awsome, but other than that the game feels like it could have been better. I think I had more fun playing Vice City very much over-hyped, and not nearly as good as I thought it would be...It's a great game but theres so much disappointment. You should have to not have to unlock freeroaming, cops should not be so easy to escape, and some missions are a bit too lame. The multiplayer is awsome, but other than that the game feels like it could have been better. I think I had more fun playing Vice City when it first came out....… Expand
  29. TheWatcher
    May 17, 2008
    7
    Shallow, repetitive, poor frame rates, bad controls, and virtual girlfriends - it's a spotty teenager's dream.
  30. Vidman
    May 26, 2008
    7
    Other than better graphics and a slightly better story, GTA4 is inferior to San Andreas. You spend 30+ hours of doing the same thing we've been doing for the last 3 GTAs. Absolutely nothing new to speak of.
  31. Korne
    Jun 24, 2008
    7
    This game has an excellent WOW factor, but the effect does not last much longer than a week. Beyond the bad shooting mechanics, weak story development, and a million things to distract you from what you are playing, is a very, very average GTA game that misses out on what made the series fun. No longer is the game a cartoony joke of mafias and gangs. The realistic physics is amazing, but This game has an excellent WOW factor, but the effect does not last much longer than a week. Beyond the bad shooting mechanics, weak story development, and a million things to distract you from what you are playing, is a very, very average GTA game that misses out on what made the series fun. No longer is the game a cartoony joke of mafias and gangs. The realistic physics is amazing, but the realistic world is a bore.… Expand
  32. MS
    Nov 23, 2009
    7
    Horribly over-hyped in nearly all respects. Rockstar Games have undoubtedly created an impressive digital world but have forgotten what makes games fun: their heart and soul. It's certainly a solid experience throughout but once it has lost it's original charm it never reclaims it. Unfortunately realism has been placed over fun.
  33. paulholycross
    Jan 25, 2009
    7
    no se que le ven a este juego si es muy entretenido no se niega par despues de unas horas es de lo mas plano que hay, el control es muy incomodo y en los espacios pequeños es inmanejable, la historia no se niega que es buena y tiene forma pero no alcanza la profundidad de otros juegos, por eso mismo no comprendo como fue el juego del año. definitibamente sanandreas todaviano se que le ven a este juego si es muy entretenido no se niega par despues de unas horas es de lo mas plano que hay, el control es muy incomodo y en los espacios pequeños es inmanejable, la historia no se niega que es buena y tiene forma pero no alcanza la profundidad de otros juegos, por eso mismo no comprendo como fue el juego del año. definitibamente sanandreas todavia sigue siendo el mejor de todos el mas completo y el mas entretenido.… Expand
  34. IanM197
    Aug 18, 2010
    7
    While no one can say that Grand Theft Auto IV is a bad game, there's no denying that a lot of what made the series so fun and addictive in the first place is sorely missing from this entry. Tanks, parachutes, planes, push bikes, and inventive cheats are just some of the omissions, which make the fourth main entry in the series feel incredibly diluted in comparison to the previous behemoth,While no one can say that Grand Theft Auto IV is a bad game, there's no denying that a lot of what made the series so fun and addictive in the first place is sorely missing from this entry. Tanks, parachutes, planes, push bikes, and inventive cheats are just some of the omissions, which make the fourth main entry in the series feel incredibly diluted in comparison to the previous behemoth, San Andreas. The graphics, gameplay, and story have all been improved upon though, and the incredible Euphoria physics engine makes the game a joy to play. If a future entry brings back the inventiveness of San Andreas, improves the graphics further and implements the Euphoria engine, Rockstar may well have the best game of this generation on their hands.… Expand
  35. Smartacus
    Aug 30, 2010
    7
    Not a bad game, but not one to write home about either. Put aside all the hype and the fact that there is a large amount of game play, what is left is a game that is just slightly above average. Unless you are a completest, I would recommend to play just the main storyline. Everything else is just filler meant to suck away you time from better games.
  36. Inuit_Dude
    Apr 15, 2011
    7
    i think this is a pretty good game with obviously a few exceptions. first off the graphics are not all that great but when you look at the size of the city you play in and the fact that there are no loading pauses they are actually good and definatly better than past GTA games.the online is compleate garbage unless you have the game filled up with 15 other people but good luck findingi think this is a pretty good game with obviously a few exceptions. first off the graphics are not all that great but when you look at the size of the city you play in and the fact that there are no loading pauses they are actually good and definatly better than past GTA games.the online is compleate garbage unless you have the game filled up with 15 other people but good luck finding others to play with. the story is pretty good in my opinion and people may say it is boring and all you do is kill but there are a variety of missions (albiet not a very wide range) and you will have fun as long as you have a health cheat because some of the missions are just impossible to do if you dont have cheats enabled and you will just get frustrated. besides the story there is the obvious just go on killing rampages which always put a smile on my face but there are also added things that you could do like call up one of the in game friends and go bowling or see a show (the stand up comedy club is so funny it is just a shame that they did not have more to watch) and you can even go on dates although i am not sure what the point of adding that was. i wish they had kept the ambulance and taxi missions but this is still a great game and you should play it at least once especially since it is only $20 brand new and i dont see another GTA coming out in the near future… Expand
  37. BlacksitePSU
    Oct 6, 2011
    7
    Although GTA IV makes its debut as a "next-gen" title for the PS3 and Xbox 360, it has fell short in terms of visuals and fun gameplay to introduce a more realistic approach to the series. At best, it can be described as a title in its respective series that improves upon the core elements of any sandbox title to a startling degree: story, firefights, driving/walking physics, open-worldAlthough GTA IV makes its debut as a "next-gen" title for the PS3 and Xbox 360, it has fell short in terms of visuals and fun gameplay to introduce a more realistic approach to the series. At best, it can be described as a title in its respective series that improves upon the core elements of any sandbox title to a startling degree: story, firefights, driving/walking physics, open-world level design, all of which feel more real and authentic. However the most important element in any sandbox title is replay value. So can you honestly tell me that you enjoy getting calls from your cousin to go bowling? It's not the worst game I've ever played but it's not very memorable either.… Expand
  38. the_blueprint
    Dec 11, 2013
    7
    Technically this game is very good. The story is good, the ending of the story is one off the most gripping moments ever. But, why is this game gta? Why has this game an open world? There is nothing do do in the open world, not like in the previous gta games. The gameplay has improved a lot over previous installments but if they focused on the story, made this exact game but more linearTechnically this game is very good. The story is good, the ending of the story is one off the most gripping moments ever. But, why is this game gta? Why has this game an open world? There is nothing do do in the open world, not like in the previous gta games. The gameplay has improved a lot over previous installments but if they focused on the story, made this exact game but more linear and focus more on the gameplay it could've been so much better. Such a big and beautiful world and nothing to do in it. It's a shame.… Expand
  39. coldcalculated
    Dec 11, 2011
    7
    This game is not impressive. I was pumped when this game came out, but when i played it I simply did not enjoy playing it. Got tired of it very quickly. They took too much of what i loved about san andreas out of this installment.
  40. MediaFreak
    Dec 28, 2011
    7
    The Graphics and the fact the GTA 4 is massive is fantastic. However GTA 4 is let down big time on the gameplay. It baffles me that critics can give it such a good score while being aware of this. The story isn't very interesting nor is the character very likeable. The mission are very very repetative, and it's usually the duller ones that are the most frustrating. Wondering aroundThe Graphics and the fact the GTA 4 is massive is fantastic. However GTA 4 is let down big time on the gameplay. It baffles me that critics can give it such a good score while being aware of this. The story isn't very interesting nor is the character very likeable. The mission are very very repetative, and it's usually the duller ones that are the most frustrating. Wondering around the game doing your own thing is the most fun you'll get out of this game, as the makers don't seem to understand what variation means. It's generally just Drive from A to B, Kill everyone, Drive to C.… Expand
  41. mrnice
    Aug 27, 2017
    7
    Saved by the satire and the social commentary. However, this series is due for some creative thinking about mission design. In terms of what the player is doing on a mission-to-mission basis, the game offers little refreshment or expansion to what older entries offered. Even way back to GTA III in 2001.

    It's like, the tropes are there, and a helicopter is introduced in late game (uhhhh    Saved by the satire and the social commentary. However, this series is due for some creative thinking about mission design. In terms of what the player is doing on a mission-to-mission basis, the game offers little refreshment or expansion to what older entries offered. Even way back to GTA III in 2001.

    It's like, the tropes are there, and a helicopter is introduced in late game (uhhhh spoiler I guess) but the game doesn't really play with the players' expectations in terms of mission content.

    After the campaign is finished, the sandbox doesn't open up but on the contrary seems like a semi empty shell for fun gameplay. Some players have commented that this illustrates the meaninglessness of materialistic pursuit (i.e. the american gangster dream is pointless, kids). But then why didn't Rockstar shove the fun sandbox content into earlier parts of the game, and made an optional part that 'unlocked' the meaninglessness? It's like GTA IV doesn't reach a point where its map gets utilized in a very satisfying way.

    The online part was surprisingly still quite active. I give an extra point for that. I got an idea for a future game, wherein players could create their own maps "inside" skyscrapers. Like obstacle courses for other players, shooting ranges and various missions. Made by the community. Unlocked by in-game currency and made using an extensive level editor. That would make GTA feel like an adventure again.

    The "underdog rising up ranks" story has become a nuisance almost.    … Expand
  42. fanguychris
    Mar 17, 2012
    7
    I really don't see why this game has gotten so many perfect scores, it's a great game but it is definitely not perfect. I thought the story was really good, Nico is a really interesting character but there are too many characters. Throughout the game you meet so many people and it makes it hard to follow the story sometimes, however most of these characters are pretty cool. The gameplayI really don't see why this game has gotten so many perfect scores, it's a great game but it is definitely not perfect. I thought the story was really good, Nico is a really interesting character but there are too many characters. Throughout the game you meet so many people and it makes it hard to follow the story sometimes, however most of these characters are pretty cool. The gameplay has been improved but it's still far from perfect, the cover system gets really awkward in tight spaces so its easy to end up dying because of it and the driving, while very enjoyable for the most part, has its problems when you have to chase someone. These flaws could easily be forgiven if there were checkpoints in the missions but for some reason Rockstar have decided that it would be better to have to restart the entire mission every time you fail! When you throw in the flaws with the controls it can get very frustrating! Its not all bad though, if you just want to travel round the city and have fun stealing cars and beating people up, you'll have a great time, the free roam aspect of this game is nailed brilliantly and the amount of things that there are today boggles the mind. The multiplayer, while not extremely addictive, is pretty good as long as you're playing with plenty of people. This game shows its problems when you're trying to play the story line, don't get me wrong its not a bad game, i enjoyed quite alot of it, but there are many problems that I can not over look.… Expand
  43. theforeveverwar
    Mar 31, 2012
    7
    2011:
    I loved GTA III, Vice City was one of my favs, I felt that san andreas was losing a little from its sights, and now GTA iv. Well, the game wasn't all that engaging actually after all is said and done. Sure there are some great moments, the story and characters are very well done as always, but for me the game was almost too overwelhming. Things like having a girlfriend, checking    2011:
    I loved GTA III, Vice City was one of my favs, I felt that san andreas was losing a little from its sights, and now GTA iv. Well, the game wasn't all that engaging actually after all is said and done. Sure there are some great moments, the story and characters are very well done as always, but for me the game was almost too overwelhming. Things like having a girlfriend, checking email, going out, tended to add to much, which luckily it is all optional, but it still feels like your missing out if not doing these things. The car physics were horrid, never could drive it. I miss the old GTA, especially vice city, remember the stolen car lists, the taxi, vigilante, ect. missions. These were the side missions that i thought were good and not a distraction like in Gta iv. I didn't walk away impressed with the game.    … Expand
  44. Gravelord
    Feb 1, 2013
    7
    GTA 4 is a slight downgrade from the previous games in the series, it is missing many of the elements that made the previous installments of the series amazing games but at the same time adds some cool new stuff also. The biggest negative this game has is it's story missions and side missions, these felt like a repetitive bore rather than a supposed amazing experience that they wereGTA 4 is a slight downgrade from the previous games in the series, it is missing many of the elements that made the previous installments of the series amazing games but at the same time adds some cool new stuff also. The biggest negative this game has is it's story missions and side missions, these felt like a repetitive bore rather than a supposed amazing experience that they were promised to be. Most characters in the game felt boring and uninteresting even the main character of newly settled Liberty city resident Niko Belic, who just acts like a angry and unfunny stereotypical Russian thought the entire game along with his funny and more interesting cousin Roman Belic.

    Another major negative about this game is the decreased map size and lack of vehicles in the game. What made the previous GTA games great is the pure and utter stupidity of them, with over the top vehicles like the hover car or the jet pack and the massive map size with unique and interesting locations to explore like military bases. But GTA 4 falters massively in these categories. It's map size is smaller than previous GTA games like San Andreas and at the same time more uninteresting to explore, with shooting pigeons and playing darts the only to really do. The vehicles in the game are also much more uninspired than previous games, instead of running people down in tanks or causing some chaos in jets, you instead can grab a ride in a taxi and explore the bland area of Liberty city for the insane price of $20 in game dollars. However GTA 4 delivers really well on some features. The multiplayer is a prime example of this, with 14 excellent game modes and a massive 8 players party mode the bland Liberty City can become a hectic and thrilling place. Although there are still some lag and connection problems in the multiplayer. Also worth noting is the visuals of GTA 4 as they are nothing short of amazing and really help make you feel that you are walking around in Liberty city.

    Overall GTA 4 is a great game with many flaws, major and minor, but still delivers well on multiplayer and just overall fun. I recommend anybody should go out and buy this game as it offers much enjoyment and epicness. 7/10-Great.    … Expand
  45. kuzlac
    May 7, 2013
    7
    GTA IV is a good game. I enjoy the open-world and non-linear game designs in GTA IV. You are free to jack any vehicle you like and kill anyone you dislike. You are free to complete the missions in any order you want.

    It is a good game. Graphics(7/10), audio(9/10), storyline(8/10) and gameplay(8/10).
  46. Monkey_Kibbles
    Jun 6, 2013
    7
    VERY disappointing, glitches, bad art style/graphics, and lower frame rate on PS3 and Xbox 360 versions make this game a cliche'd crime story at best.
  47. TailGunnner
    Aug 13, 2013
    7
    The game is good I admit but its ower rated.. its not 10/10 game... you ahve a 4 city sandbox game with lot of things to do but the story line, the physics... They ruin stuff
  48. PadrinoSRB
    May 26, 2014
    7
    It's really nice story and that car driving in game is so realistic, but graphic is not great, it's like "black and white" sometime...that's the only reason why i don't like GTA IV
  49. hon777
    Sep 20, 2014
    7
    This game is overrated. Reasons? This game has done nothing new for the series as a whole, nor was it too interesting. GTA San Andreas was much better, brought a lot more to this game series and was actually pretty fun because it felt more immersive. I'm actually not sure what feeling of accomplishment or fun that I should be deriving from this game because all you are looking for isThis game is overrated. Reasons? This game has done nothing new for the series as a whole, nor was it too interesting. GTA San Andreas was much better, brought a lot more to this game series and was actually pretty fun because it felt more immersive. I'm actually not sure what feeling of accomplishment or fun that I should be deriving from this game because all you are looking for is either money, weapons, or cars. Not something that big of a deal considering all you are going to do with that is either kill for more money, weapons, or cars and the gameplay is not that great or fun enough to keep one's interest. The one thing that it did good on for the series was perhaps the story, but it wasn't really enough to continue to captivate my interest.… Expand
  50. erbixuela
    Jan 16, 2015
    7
    Después de Jugar a san andrea me parecio un poco malo.............................................................................................................................................
  51. PeterAlexander
    Jan 6, 2016
    7
    Whilst GTA IV had the recipe for one of the greatest games of all time, it couldn't really capture the magic a Grand Theft Auto game would truly need to excel. GTA IV was far too dark, the main character was one dimensional and the game simply lacked the vibrant world it had the potential to produce. Nevertheless, it provided a premise that could perhaps be fulfilled in later instalments.
  52. Henvak
    Apr 21, 2016
    7
    Un juego de transición entre GTA San Andreas y GTA V, Cuando se lanzo gráficamente (a mi) me parecía bestial, no tenia la ps3 y la quería por este juego, estaba obsesionado (Ya había jugado a sagas anteriores) El juego en historia es un poco flojo aunque tiene misiones muy divertidas. Y el Multijugador (Aunque no es lo mismo que el GTA V y el Samp de San Andreas) lo disfrute en su épocaUn juego de transición entre GTA San Andreas y GTA V, Cuando se lanzo gráficamente (a mi) me parecía bestial, no tenia la ps3 y la quería por este juego, estaba obsesionado (Ya había jugado a sagas anteriores) El juego en historia es un poco flojo aunque tiene misiones muy divertidas. Y el Multijugador (Aunque no es lo mismo que el GTA V y el Samp de San Andreas) lo disfrute en su época muchísimo, Si quieres este juego solo te lo recomiendo para jugar la campaña y hacer el chorra por Nueva York, Porque para eso ya tienes el GTA V que esta mas pensado para ello.… Expand
  53. ljt2000
    Dec 1, 2016
    7
    Very dull and uninspired for a Grand Theft Auto game. Rockstar's attempts to make the game more serious don't work very well because seriousness doesn't contrast well against Grand Theft Auto's formula. Grand Theft Auto IV isn't a bad game by any means, it's just a very underwhelming one.
  54. MileHighBob
    Dec 8, 2016
    7
    I am actually surprised this game is so high. It was a good game and I played through the campaign and The Lost and The Damned DLC, enjoying it for the most part. Like all GTA games, V being better, there is too much damn driving and flying around, back and forth like a real life. I would love some more skip options on that stuff. I also thought the controls were too heavy and awkward onI am actually surprised this game is so high. It was a good game and I played through the campaign and The Lost and The Damned DLC, enjoying it for the most part. Like all GTA games, V being better, there is too much damn driving and flying around, back and forth like a real life. I would love some more skip options on that stuff. I also thought the controls were too heavy and awkward on this game. I do love how dark and gritty the game looks and feels, but the shortcomings make it one of my least favorite GTA games.… Expand
  55. Elerrwi44
    Dec 19, 2016
    7
    Short. Very few hours you can play in the game. The map is so freakin' small and on top of that it's full with buildings. Boring repetitive missions. Few guns available in the game, and also there's no weapon customization. The physics are ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE. Cars felt goofy, not realistic AT ALL. Graphics are bad. After finishing the boring repetitive storyline there's almost nothing toShort. Very few hours you can play in the game. The map is so freakin' small and on top of that it's full with buildings. Boring repetitive missions. Few guns available in the game, and also there's no weapon customization. The physics are ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE. Cars felt goofy, not realistic AT ALL. Graphics are bad. After finishing the boring repetitive storyline there's almost nothing to do. Very few vehicles. Very few stores available. Such a downgrade from GTA SA.

    Still, it has that DARK Grand Theft Auto feeling tho, and characters are great.    … Expand
  56. Jaleo
    Jan 13, 2017
    7
    Can't remember a lot because it was many years ago, but sure it was fun, and San Andreas put the level so high so it had a hard task to surpass it. Most probably the GTA I played the less hours because besides bowling and a few sidequests, there's not much else to do but the missions, some of them interesting. This one made a high jump when it comes to quality, but maybe lacked some charmCan't remember a lot because it was many years ago, but sure it was fun, and San Andreas put the level so high so it had a hard task to surpass it. Most probably the GTA I played the less hours because besides bowling and a few sidequests, there's not much else to do but the missions, some of them interesting. This one made a high jump when it comes to quality, but maybe lacked some charm and charisma. Let's go play some bowling cousin, and play with the swing! (that was truly hilarious and glad that Rockstar didn't fix that bug)… Expand
  57. egoBorder
    Aug 9, 2021
    7
    This remains a must-play, but often seriously hampered by technical flaws. This PS3 version often slows to a crawl, and you will lose long and complex action set-pieces because of issues with the cover system and things like that. However, this world is so rich and unique that it's hard to imagine some piece of it won't endear itself to players. You're probably better off seeking theThis remains a must-play, but often seriously hampered by technical flaws. This PS3 version often slows to a crawl, and you will lose long and complex action set-pieces because of issues with the cover system and things like that. However, this world is so rich and unique that it's hard to imagine some piece of it won't endear itself to players. You're probably better off seeking the moddable PC version instead, but as a quaint throwback this flawed sandbox retains a lot of charm to this day.… Expand
  58. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jul 14, 2020
    7
    Grand theft auto IV
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  59. BlitZeR_95
    May 5, 2018
    7
    I would say this is average at best for a GTA game. Story was meh but the main protagonist was a good character. He pretty much carried some part of this game
  60. Schism78
    Jul 24, 2018
    7
    For its time it was a very good game. Awesome graphics, fun physics, and it also finally includes an official online multiplayer mode. What was disappointing is that the map was not so big and that there were not even half of the weapons that GTA San Andreas had
  61. Mindurbidniss
    Mar 11, 2022
    7
    First of all I want to praise the level of detail and immersion. The issue is, in the jump to realism, they lost the fun of San Andreas and those before. They also dropped a ton of features, virtually no customization as far as clothes and cars. Another area that's seriously lacking in this vs previous GTA's is in the characters. They're simply not interesting. Niko may be the leastFirst of all I want to praise the level of detail and immersion. The issue is, in the jump to realism, they lost the fun of San Andreas and those before. They also dropped a ton of features, virtually no customization as far as clothes and cars. Another area that's seriously lacking in this vs previous GTA's is in the characters. They're simply not interesting. Niko may be the least interesting of all and at no point did I connect with him or route for him. Other aspects of this game such as the realistic vehicle handling and cover mechanics were excellent additions though and led to some cinematic situations.… Expand
  62. FrpMan
    Dec 19, 2020
    7
    Oyun hikaye olarak güzel olsa da oynanış olarak biraz yorucu. Araba mekaniklerine alışmak zaman alıyor ve LC yani new york fazla gri geliyor insana.
  63. elolugo
    Nov 11, 2021
    7
    Cool game. With enhancements but with downgrades as well. San Andreas raise the bar too high i guess
  64. Descole
    Apr 6, 2020
    7
    Its a decent game. The story is solid and the soundtrack is pretty good, only thing whats not good is the Gameplay. Could be better
  65. Rustick
    May 21, 2023
    7
    понравился главный герой и пару персонажей, атмосфера неплохая, сюжет тоже неплох, но визуал так себе, постоянно мерцающие текстуры, не очень интересные миссии, урезанные или убранные механики по сравнению даже с SA
  66. AntonioSantos
    Nov 15, 2021
    7
    O game envelheceu mal, comparado ao GTA 5 no quesito diversão ele fica pra trás, em questão de mecânicas e físicas pode até ser bom, mas muito realismo em games pode ser um tanto chato, em fim, na época que lançou talvez tenha sido algo que impressionou bastante a Crítica, mas hoje em dia vemos o quão envelheceu esse Game.
  67. AncientGod
    Oct 20, 2020
    7
    Not Going to lie that i had some fun playing this game,dating,blowing stuff up,hang out with friends BUT they removed some of the fun sides of gta san andreas like hairstyle,Not really that big city.They only focused it on the graphics and stuff.But still it has a great storyline
  68. tufekciero
    Mar 12, 2021
    7
    BRONZ zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
  69. MadIsAdopted
    Dec 4, 2022
    7
    The most controversial game in the whole GTA franchise for sure. It's really quite hard to formulate a final verdict because it's all love-and-hate.

    Pros: - best score music in the series + huge variety of radio stations - best physics in the series - the biggest improvement comparing to previous game - best interaction with objects in the series Cons: - hella repetitive -    The most controversial game in the whole GTA franchise for sure. It's really quite hard to formulate a final verdict because it's all love-and-hate.

    Pros:
    - best score music in the series + huge variety of radio stations
    - best physics in the series
    - the biggest improvement comparing to previous game
    - best interaction with objects in the series

    Cons:
    - hella repetitive
    - blurry af with goofy graphics. I feel like I have myopia each time I play GTA 4
    - 25 fps on average
    - lacks features from previous games like garages, parachutes, jet packs, estate and etc.
    - Open world has no interesting aftergame activities to offer

    Uncertain:
    - Driving physics are very impressive but annoying when it comes to chasing a victim or escaping from cops
    - plot is realistic and serious, however despite amount of various events in mission progression feels bland and forgettable.

    So yeah, light 7/10 seems about right to me    … Expand
  70. PYTH00
    Aug 15, 2023
    7
    This game has a special place for me, whether it's the story, whether it's the gameplay, whether it's driving a car, it was a very different and special experience for me, the story of Niko Bellic, our main character, was beautiful, I couldn't finish it completely because being a hitman always makes you very tired, but it's a very nice game for a game that came out according to that time.
  71. Oguxhan19
    Jun 30, 2022
    7
    Normal bir oyun olarak ortanın biraz üstü, bir GTA oyunu olarak çok zayıf bir oyun.
  72. lizardkingg
    Jul 21, 2023
    7
    Overall, it's not a bad game, but compared to it's predecessors it feels underwhelming. I tried, but ultimately lost interest.
  73. WyattH.
    Jul 3, 2008
    6
    Decent but lacked the extra stuff that makes GTA so fun. I mean I was at like 800k$ when I finished the game because I simply could not find a way to spend it.
  74. RobD.
    Oct 1, 2009
    6
    One of the best games available on PS3 yet I will now contradict myself by saying that this is the most disappointing game I have ever purchased. They concentrated way too hard on the "environment" and forgot about the people who play the game. Driving is now rubbish, would be OK if the brakes worked, missions are all samey totally lacking in imagination, storyline weak and One of the best games available on PS3 yet I will now contradict myself by saying that this is the most disappointing game I have ever purchased. They concentrated way too hard on the "environment" and forgot about the people who play the game. Driving is now rubbish, would be OK if the brakes worked, missions are all samey totally lacking in imagination, storyline weak and anticlimatical, characters annoying rather than funny, radio stations boring and again not funny, music all rubbish, Lazlo as a loser doesn't work, combat improved but still dodgy, keeping your friends amused gets on your nerves and finally it all takes itself far too seriously which for me is everything that Rockstar used to stand against! I will still probably buy the next one but patience is wearing thin (especially with the episodic rubbish that us PS3ers can't get). Also this game's crying out to have multiple cities using the 55Gig capacity of the PS3 to "fly" between them in aeroplanes (like we used to have in the PS2 days) but bet they cop out on that one due to inferior capacity of XBox. Bigger concern is that it's a sign of the times. Manufacturers are all playing it safe and innovation is running dry. My PS1 and PS2 collections outnumber the PS3 stuff by about 5 to 1. Where are the innovative titles like Abe's Oddysee, Incredible Crisis, MGS 1 & 2, Silent Hill 1 & 2, TR 1? The other thing I don't get is how come all of "us" can give this an honest review yet all the "professional" reviewers have been duped by this game?… Expand
  75. JakeS.
    May 30, 2008
    6
    Two giant steps forward, and six gigantic steps back. The physics, graphics, and comedy are top notch, but compared to the last two console incarnations, GTAIV falls flat on its face. The story, controls, and gameplay have become bland and uninteresting. Fun weapons, vehicles, and side missions of the past are non existent this time around. The last few GTA games have been nothing but a Two giant steps forward, and six gigantic steps back. The physics, graphics, and comedy are top notch, but compared to the last two console incarnations, GTAIV falls flat on its face. The story, controls, and gameplay have become bland and uninteresting. Fun weapons, vehicles, and side missions of the past are non existent this time around. The last few GTA games have been nothing but a step above the other, surprising me each and every time, with the latest installment though, it feels although I've been swindled.… Expand
  76. JaspJ
    May 3, 2008
    6
    The bad outweighs the good; poor quality graphics (for next-gen), appalling load times, crashes often, corrupts saved games, sludgy car controls, clunky character controls, multiplayer disconnects, and it takes too long to get to any gameplay. I envy the players who got past all that and managed to enjoy this shoddy game.
  77. MichaelB.
    May 3, 2008
    6
    I am surprised that no one has mentioned the tremendous amount of violence, swearing, and immorality that goes on in this game. Parents beware!!!
  78. JW
    May 4, 2008
    6
    This game is almost exactly the same as all the other GTA's just with better graphics.
  79. HarleyH.
    May 5, 2008
    6
    This game does not deserve a 10/10 and shame on the critics who have done so. This game is not revolutionary, original, or even attractive visually to me in the LEAST! I have played the other GTA games and was not impressed before. However, I decided to take the time to try this game before I bashed it to hell. Now, don't get me wrong. I love violence in games, as this game was fun This game does not deserve a 10/10 and shame on the critics who have done so. This game is not revolutionary, original, or even attractive visually to me in the LEAST! I have played the other GTA games and was not impressed before. However, I decided to take the time to try this game before I bashed it to hell. Now, don't get me wrong. I love violence in games, as this game was fun (to an extent, before shit got whole heartedly repetitive) and had plenty of it (Flinging your character out the front window is absolutely a blast) BUT! In no way shape or form can I see this game is that much diffrent from the last, and the last, and the last GTA to come out other than a few tiny changes to the gameplay, graphics, and storyline. The ratings for this game... Have made me question the integrity and honesty of these so called "Critics".… Expand
  80. LuisF.
    Jul 16, 2008
    6
    It's a really good game but they even removed some features from the others GTAs, and I found the driving WAY less fun because of the physics.
  81. JaredH.
    Jul 9, 2008
    6
    this game is average and i don't see how it's one of the best rated games of all time. after you do something once you never really want to do it again. i was really excited for this game when it was released but after playing and beating it i never want to play it again. there's no replay value to me. it's more of been there done that and i've never even owned a this game is average and i don't see how it's one of the best rated games of all time. after you do something once you never really want to do it again. i was really excited for this game when it was released but after playing and beating it i never want to play it again. there's no replay value to me. it's more of been there done that and i've never even owned a gta game before.… Expand
  82. HeloD.
    Apr 29, 2008
    6
    Ya. Overrated perfectly describes this game. Majority of the time you are driving people around, playing stupid minigames, going on dates (which are boring), and doing other boring missions such as these. When you get in gunfights the game mechanics are very basic even with the new cover system (which feels very clunky and unpolished). The cars feels like they are on ice and are barely Ya. Overrated perfectly describes this game. Majority of the time you are driving people around, playing stupid minigames, going on dates (which are boring), and doing other boring missions such as these. When you get in gunfights the game mechanics are very basic even with the new cover system (which feels very clunky and unpolished). The cars feels like they are on ice and are barely able to turn unless you heavily brake all the time. In short, the game's concept is good like it has been in every GTA game except it misses the integral ingredient....FUN. If I want to take girls on dates I'll do that in real life....if I want to drive people from one location to another....I'll become a taxi driver.… Expand
  83. BillyJ.
    Apr 30, 2008
    6
    If this game get game of the year ill be pretty mad.... I found gta 3 fun when i was like 14 but this game is now kind of immature... This game cannot even compare to Bioshock in any aspect... 100 is a ridiculous score for this Good but not great game. Buy only if you like weak story's, mediocre/repetitive gameplay, and graphics that don't compare to many of todays games.
  84. DC
    May 23, 2008
    6
    I used to think IGN were perfect at ratings, until I saw that this title got 100% when Haze only got 45%. This game is by no means bad, but at the same time its not special. The reviewers just look at the name and publisher, then rate it according without even picking up a controller. Or so it would seem. They did the same with Halo 3. I'm tired of big name games getting huge ratings I used to think IGN were perfect at ratings, until I saw that this title got 100% when Haze only got 45%. This game is by no means bad, but at the same time its not special. The reviewers just look at the name and publisher, then rate it according without even picking up a controller. Or so it would seem. They did the same with Halo 3. I'm tired of big name games getting huge ratings primarily because the prequal was good. This game is a 5.5 - 6 and only idiots or teenagers will say its any higher.… Expand
  85. KevoO.
    May 30, 2008
    6
    Good story, fails to push the gameplay aspects though so feels just like any other GTA. seems there are less features than its ps2 predecessor San Andreas which is worrying. Don't believe the hype. that much being said its still a good game, but could have been so much more...multiplayer is good fun and saves this in many ways. 6/10
  86. KyleB.
    Jun 12, 2008
    6
    I have to agree with Bill D. because the game does seem to be rushed.
  87. Mark
    Jun 16, 2008
    6
    I seriously wish Metacritic would send out a memo to reviewers and and let users know how to vote properly. If you didn't manage to graduate from primary school 10/10 = 100% means perfect, absolutely no flaws and 0/10 = 0% means completely flawed, no entertainment value at all. Just had to get that out. This, my first experience with GTA was fun at first but it's now sitting I seriously wish Metacritic would send out a memo to reviewers and and let users know how to vote properly. If you didn't manage to graduate from primary school 10/10 = 100% means perfect, absolutely no flaws and 0/10 = 0% means completely flawed, no entertainment value at all. Just had to get that out. This, my first experience with GTA was fun at first but it's now sitting unfinished, with other games taking priority.… Expand
  88. DaleL
    Sep 26, 2008
    6
    Most overrated game ever, proably not as good as the previous GTA titles, feels like a chore playing through the missions and gets very repetitive.
  89. CodyB
    Mar 17, 2009
    6
    I'm just giving this game the score I feel is right. The only reason almost every critic in the gaming community has given this game perfect scores is because it has so much to offer and it is based on the real world ("this game is a work of fiction" my ass). Libery city in gta 3 and liberty city stories look more New York than in this game (the manhatten-based island in gta 4 is I'm just giving this game the score I feel is right. The only reason almost every critic in the gaming community has given this game perfect scores is because it has so much to offer and it is based on the real world ("this game is a work of fiction" my ass). Libery city in gta 3 and liberty city stories look more New York than in this game (the manhatten-based island in gta 4 is about the only place that actually looks like New York in this game), there's a lot in this game that has been done before in previous gta games, and a little too much repetitiveness can get in the way of a good time. Idk how critics (this is the one of the only mistakes game informer has ever made, and their the ultimate video game professionals) can be brainwashed by this real-life simulator, this game will NEVER be the epic experience that san andreas was and always will be!!! That doesn't mean gta 4 wasn't good, I'm just saying it wasn't worth all the hype and didn't deserve all those game of the year awards such as best 360 game (which should have been left 4 dead), best ps3 game (which should have been metal gear solid 4), best action game (which should have been fallout 3) or over-all game of the year (which should have been either metal gear solid 4 or fallout 3). Don't get me wrong, it's good but not that good (not like san andreas or a whole lot of games out there).… Expand
  90. MarkD
    Dec 3, 2008
    6
    Good to see i'm not the only one who doesn't go uttterly loopy over these games! The raving reviews would have you believe GTA is the greatest thing since sliced bread. However there are flaws with the controlls and while the go anywhere do anything gameplay is a great premise the reality is a game that has long periods of boredom with little excitement to be had. Getting you Good to see i'm not the only one who doesn't go uttterly loopy over these games! The raving reviews would have you believe GTA is the greatest thing since sliced bread. However there are flaws with the controlls and while the go anywhere do anything gameplay is a great premise the reality is a game that has long periods of boredom with little excitement to be had. Getting you car washed or your hair cut hardly sends the pulse racing does it? Not a bad game but horribly overrated.… Expand
  91. A.Nonymous
    May 12, 2008
    6
    Another rehash of the GTA franchise, with a few extra gimmicks, a lick of paint and liberal withdrawals. Major dissapointment.
  92. BrettH.
    Jun 25, 2008
    6
    This game is an amazing visual upgrade from all the other GTA games in the series, however it lacks something needed to make a great game. The missions are very repetitive if you hadn't noticed before opening up the 2nd island. The online play is horrible with a mixture of most users using auto-aim to irrelevant game types such as TDM. GTA is not a game to go around shooting each This game is an amazing visual upgrade from all the other GTA games in the series, however it lacks something needed to make a great game. The missions are very repetitive if you hadn't noticed before opening up the 2nd island. The online play is horrible with a mixture of most users using auto-aim to irrelevant game types such as TDM. GTA is not a game to go around shooting each other in a huge city, it's a game that you go around shooting the city itself. The integration of choppers and other things is awesome however the actual game itself just lacks a good story line, motive and variety. I give this game a 6 simply because of the fact that it got so boring I quit playing it after I opened the 3rd island.… Expand
  93. JackH
    Jun 26, 2008
    6
    Good game, but get's boring after a while....not much revolutionizes this game...it's the same garbage we've been used to for years now in GTA titles...other than graphics...they took away instead of added to this series. Helping and defending people not worth giving a crap about (other than your cousin Roman) gets old fast. I'm 86% done with this game and haven't Good game, but get's boring after a while....not much revolutionizes this game...it's the same garbage we've been used to for years now in GTA titles...other than graphics...they took away instead of added to this series. Helping and defending people not worth giving a crap about (other than your cousin Roman) gets old fast. I'm 86% done with this game and haven't picked it up in 2 weeks. obviously not that great of a game for not holding my attention long enough. I played all the way through Call of duty 4 and MGS:4 without breaking away to play many of other games.… Expand
  94. JohnF
    Oct 19, 2009
    6
    GRAPHICS: For the sheer size of the game, the graphics are very impressive and set a great backdrop for the story. However, the orange-tint common in contemporary games is also here. It's a shame that such a pretty game is bogged down with such an ordinary after-effect. GAMEPLAY: You can do a lot, and most of the controls are very good. Though in the end, controlling Niko feels more GRAPHICS: For the sheer size of the game, the graphics are very impressive and set a great backdrop for the story. However, the orange-tint common in contemporary games is also here. It's a shame that such a pretty game is bogged down with such an ordinary after-effect. GAMEPLAY: You can do a lot, and most of the controls are very good. Though in the end, controlling Niko feels more like work than work. PRESENTATION: High production values are here, though the pacing of the story, the sometimes-awkward controls and abundance of tedious missions makes progressing through the game feel like a chore. The self-aware sense of humor with the PS2 GTA games feels absent here. If you've got 50+ hours to spend on a game and are suffering from OCD, this game is right down your alley. There's no arguing-- this game has a lot crammed into it, but in the end, it's just not very fun.… Expand
  95. RyanV
    Feb 17, 2009
    6
    While a fan of the GTA series, I found this installment to be slow and boring. Not all may agree, but this is my personal opinion. It didn't do enough to draw me in, the driving was lackluster and the combat was awkward.
  96. Sasha
    Jun 21, 2009
    6
    This game was decent , but not the amazing and incredible game every one(not just critics) say it is. GTA 4 has a great story and cool characters with some fun free roaming, but it doesn't live up to it's score. it's slow, repetitive and the graphics kinda suck(they're on par with prototype). i was told the graphics were soooo good and how the game rocked so hard! i This game was decent , but not the amazing and incredible game every one(not just critics) say it is. GTA 4 has a great story and cool characters with some fun free roaming, but it doesn't live up to it's score. it's slow, repetitive and the graphics kinda suck(they're on par with prototype). i was told the graphics were soooo good and how the game rocked so hard! i gave it a multiple tries and each time i got the same reaction. "sigh...what now? oh, do the same thing again? oh sh** the cops!..i'm dead? what the hell, i was just evading them for the last 10 min! at least i get to repeat the level again..." try this game, it's decent, but i prefer crackdown, prototype, and godfather 2(each one individually) to GTA4. even San Andreas was more faced paced than this.… Expand
  97. Mojo1977
    Oct 27, 2010
    6
    I bought this game the day it came out. After played the hell out of San Sndreas, how could I now. The graphics blew me away and the opening scene and music is just awesome. Aiming is great and puts the camera right in the action. Problem with the game?
    After a while the missions are just work. Where is all of the fun? Where are the harrier jets, mustang fighter planes, jet packs, 3' long    I bought this game the day it came out. After played the hell out of San Sndreas, how could I now. The graphics blew me away and the opening scene and music is just awesome. Aiming is great and puts the camera right in the action. Problem with the game?
    After a while the missions are just work. Where is all of the fun? Where are the harrier jets, mustang fighter planes, jet packs, 3' long **** for weapons, etc...? The best part of San Andreas was the wacky stuff in the game. I havent played the game since the first week. Maybe it gets better, but without a chance of stealing a 777, what's the point.

    Graphics = 10
    Gameplay = 8.5
    FUN = 5    … Expand
  98. Karma_police
    Mar 25, 2013
    6
    This game is not bad, but certainly it isn't a masterpiece i don't know how this is the best game in all metacritic history, i mean San Andreas was a lot better than GTA4 i hope Rockstar make an awesome GTA with the next one.
  99. Chandley54
    May 12, 2011
    6
    What happened?!? How did this go so wrong??? I was so unbelievably excited about this game, and I thought for the first 5 minutes that it would be as great as I had always hoped... and then it just wasn't. I can't particularly put my finger on an exact reason why... I'm going to blame GTA san andreas, which just set my hopes so high. Sure GTAIV has a great story line, interestingWhat happened?!? How did this go so wrong??? I was so unbelievably excited about this game, and I thought for the first 5 minutes that it would be as great as I had always hoped... and then it just wasn't. I can't particularly put my finger on an exact reason why... I'm going to blame GTA san andreas, which just set my hopes so high. Sure GTAIV has a great story line, interesting characters (If a little stereotypical and annoying) and sometimes fun gameplay... but I've seen it all before and I didn't get sucked into the world in the same way I have in previous iterations. No customisation, a bland city with such a small amount of variety....... How did it go downhill so much from SA??? Overall I think this is a fun game, but one of the most over-rated of all time.… Expand
  100. Axelskull
    May 21, 2011
    6
    Why must i forever be fat Niko? Average gameplay, average story, removal of some key things like the gym. Like no aircrafts at all.

    p.s. this 150 minimum words is really quite annoying.
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Universal acclaim - based on 64 Critic Reviews

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  1. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    100
    Grand Theft Auto IV is not a perfect game, but it is fantastic through and through, from start to finish and beyond. It is so massive, vast and impressive that it is almost mind-boggling to imagine how much work must have gone into the game to come up with so much detail.
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  2. Gameplayer
    100
    But GTA IV will never get old, or start repeating itself. It will always offer anyone who turns it on an experience to savour.
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  3. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    100
    GTA4 is a traditional crime story through and through, with a script that rarely strays from its purpose, a pitch-perfect supporting cast, and an expert combination of in-game storytelling and crafted cut-scenes. [June 2008, p.80]
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