Grand Theft Auto IV

 PlayStation 3
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5146 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,707 out of 5146
  2. Mixed: 810 out of 5146
  3. Negative: 629 out of 5146
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  1. SixS.
    May 5, 2008
    10
    Brilliant! One of the best games of all time. I can't wait for the PC version.
  2. 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
  3. MarkH.
    May 5, 2008
    9
    Very good, slight graphical glitches at times, nothing serious, but still considerably better than the 360 version (which I owned before taking it abck and swapping it).
  4. KayN.
    May 5, 2008
    8
    As a guy said before me, 10 means perfect, this game is not perfect. Though this game is really good, it missed out on too many things that would have made it THE game. As other people have complained about, no haircuts, no tattoos, no car mods, no aeroplanes, cars have slippery tyres (though I'm a good driver), less weapons, hardly any gangs or gang wars, turf wars, no real perks, As a guy said before me, 10 means perfect, this game is not perfect. Though this game is really good, it missed out on too many things that would have made it THE game. As other people have complained about, no haircuts, no tattoos, no car mods, no aeroplanes, cars have slippery tyres (though I'm a good driver), less weapons, hardly any gangs or gang wars, turf wars, no real perks, such as buying massive mansions, businesses, night clubs and territory, that should not have been left out. I can understand why it has got so much critical acclaim as it is a technical achievement in gaming. But it feels as though reviewers are too afraid to say what they really feel. In the fear of being criticized. I can see this game isn't all it was cracked up to be. The multiplayer needs A LOT of work. They need to fix the technical issues such as continuous loading. It's not the perfect game, but since there has only been a few good games this gen, it has had a lot of praise. But I'm still angered that I have all this money and no Strip club, protection racket, car shop, Yacht, Casino or Mansion to spend it on… Expand
  5. VictorD.
    May 5, 2008
    2
    It's a good game, but the media reviews are totally over blown, it has plenty of flaws, and the aiming mechanics are sloppy. Funnier still is how everyone points this out yet still gives it a perfect score, it's pathetic.
  6. Shadowdancer
    May 5, 2008
    10
    An awesome game that simply everyone should play. The scale on which this game has been designed is simply marvelous. It can't be helped while playing to, at more than one point, give great respect to the creators for making such a pure diamond of a game.
  7. GordonS.
    May 5, 2008
    8
    Pretty good game and certainly best GTA so far but not as good as reviewers described it. There is no major flaws; but story, graphic and sound are not nearly as good as Bioshock fro example.
  8. LimanimaL.
    May 5, 2008
    9
    What else is there to be said about this game? This game is just awesome. Taking a cab and enjoying the ride in the back seat, is one of the most realistic things I've ever seen on a video game. Fantastic game.
  9. LoganM.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    The best GTA ever great graphics,best storyline,very fun multiplayer.
  10. NeinW.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    Been a gamer since the Atari days.. this is by far the best, most complete video game I've ever played.
  11. BD
    May 4, 2008
    8
    Wait what the hell? How does this have 100/100 . If it has some 99 and 98s in its reviews, shouldn't it average out to 99 not 100?
  12. KitF.
    May 4, 2008
    9
    It's nice to see how the series has finally matured a bit. The camera could be a little higher whilst driving, there could be a few more weapons, and their's a few load issues, otherwise, I have yet to find fault with the game. I'm not a Grand Theft Auto fan in the least, but this story held me captivated, and the online multiplayer kept me having fun. Definitely a must-buy It's nice to see how the series has finally matured a bit. The camera could be a little higher whilst driving, there could be a few more weapons, and their's a few load issues, otherwise, I have yet to find fault with the game. I'm not a Grand Theft Auto fan in the least, but this story held me captivated, and the online multiplayer kept me having fun. Definitely a must-buy for anyone who liked the previous- For that matter, I'd recommend this to anyone who liked the Sopranos as well.… Expand
  13. SebasS.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    This is the best game ever.
  14. JW
    May 4, 2008
    6
    This game is almost exactly the same as all the other GTA's just with better graphics.
  15. FredC.
    May 4, 2008
    0
    This game has poor graphics for a PS3 game and poor taste. It appeals to little teenagers though.
  16. Rol
    May 4, 2008
    8
    Great story but overall given the reviews it doesn't live up to the hype. Too many small flaws and the graphics are just quite good. Loads of technical issues. And the missions (they do get much better) are very familiar if you played GTA3 before. Good game but really nowhere near as good as people make out.
  17. FrankV.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    Great single payer! online mode is the best! Races are amazingly good!
  18. RobertJ.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    World's best game!!
  19. NickU.
    May 4, 2008
    9
    This game has a lot of realism and makes the video game playing community take a real look at the series. Grand Theft Auto IV has become a next-gen game for a next-gen system. There are a lot of buildings that you can walk into like the previous games of the series, however the graphics and the modernization of the city very well makes up for this.
  20. MorganC.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    Perfect, with only a few minor flaws that still don't detract from the game itself.
  21. JamesK.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    Best Game Ever
  22. Jerm
    May 3, 2008
    7
    You can't have a 100 average when each score isn't 100. It's impossible. Humph.
  23. NateD.
    May 3, 2008
    9
    Fun, good graphics, great soundtrack, I love how much is going on around you, Like the city is alive.
  24. 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!!!
  25. MatB.
    May 3, 2008
    10
    Not perfect, but better than any other game I've ever played.
  26. TomE.
    May 3, 2008
    2
    I am an avid gamer, 37K gamerscore.... But I can't roll with a game that revolves around cop killing and prostitution.
  27. NathanD
    May 3, 2008
    10
    Quality, no doubt about it. Controls are different, but easy to get used to, and I enjoy them more. Definitely ah must get
  28. LukeF.
    May 3, 2008
    10
    Quite possibly the best next-generation game so far.
  29. SebastianK.
    May 3, 2008
    10
    Hold on ocarina of time, here comes gta4!! the best game ever.
  30. PatL.
    May 3, 2008
    9
    It is definitely a great game, but I think that now it's getting overrated by many reviewers. I mean: it's great, but factors like innovations and defects like Framerate and some controls that don't work quite well (aim, for example) have been completely ignored. Of course this doesn't transform it in a bad game. Not at all. But it's not a perfect game at all and It is definitely a great game, but I think that now it's getting overrated by many reviewers. I mean: it's great, but factors like innovations and defects like Framerate and some controls that don't work quite well (aim, for example) have been completely ignored. Of course this doesn't transform it in a bad game. Not at all. But it's not a perfect game at all and it doesn't deserve all that hype. I really ask to reviewers to be more objective in the future, because there are limits to everything.… Expand
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#1 Best PS3 Game of 2008
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Metascore
98

Universal acclaim - based on 64 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 64 out of 64
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 64
  3. Negative: 0 out of 64
  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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