Fallout 4: Automatron

 PlayStation 4
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6.4

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  1. imbtyler
    Apr 5, 2016
    8
    I really enjoyed this first DLC from Bethesda for Fallout 4. "Automatron" brings the *incredible* opportunity to build your own robot companion(s), which leads to a very unique experience, and opens up for Robot Mods to be released in future DLC, as well.

    Though the DLC Main Quest is only 3-4 hours long, the introduction of robot creation is what really stands as the foundation of this    I really enjoyed this first DLC from Bethesda for Fallout 4. "Automatron" brings the *incredible* opportunity to build your own robot companion(s), which leads to a very unique experience, and opens up for Robot Mods to be released in future DLC, as well.

    Though the DLC Main Quest is only 3-4 hours long, the introduction of robot creation is what really stands as the foundation of this new content. I only started playing FO4 a month ago, just dinged lvl26 while writing this; with that said, I'd have to admit that this content isn't very valuable for players who have already finished the game in its entirety. This is definitely the kind of DLC pack that can completely change how you play the game, if you have it installed early in your campaign.

    I usually prefer to travel with Dogmeat, because DOGS.... but being able to run around the Commonwealth with one of my own custom robots, while I'm still relatively new to the game, makes all the difference in the world.    … Expand
  2. Joker92
    Jul 2, 2016
    10
    Loved it. The quest is decent concerning length and pretty interesting. The Robot function is the best thing in crafting since mine craft lol. See people continue to be sour about this master piece of a game. Bethesda was far too ambitious in their advertising for this game, because it seems these people that have no idea what Fallout even is refuse to leave.
  3. Dal_ReviewedDat
    Mar 29, 2016
    9
    Value for Money right here.

    As a DLC Automation opens up a smallish dungeon and story (no more than a handful of hours) and the ability to build your own robot companion - which is as deep as the rest of FO4! Don't see this DLC pack as meant to change the game entirely, but as someone that's wondering the wasteland some 700+ hours in, I find this DLC and the new mechanical gangs    Value for Money right here.

    As a DLC Automation opens up a smallish dungeon and story (no more than a handful of hours) and the ability to build your own robot companion - which is as deep as the rest of FO4!

    Don't see this DLC pack as meant to change the game entirely, but as someone that's wondering the wasteland some 700+ hours in, I find this DLC and the new mechanical gangs refreshing.

    People complaining it's to easy are ... ???!!! THERE'S AN OPTION TO CHANGE DIFFICULTY, USE IT!!

    Personally, I'm really pleased I bought the Season Pass the day I bought the game last year, this is just the beginning and FO4 is already a superb sandbox RPG now :)    … Expand
  4. Destroyer67
    Apr 12, 2016
    8
    Automatron is the first of many DLCs Bethesda plans to release. Automatron starts with a Radio transmission coming from a Caravan pleading for help, where events transpire. Without spoiling anything, Automatron has an intriguing story with awesome and extensive Robot customization. The Robot customization allows you to mix and match robot parts, picture Mr. Potato Head but in Fallout withAutomatron is the first of many DLCs Bethesda plans to release. Automatron starts with a Radio transmission coming from a Caravan pleading for help, where events transpire. Without spoiling anything, Automatron has an intriguing story with awesome and extensive Robot customization. The Robot customization allows you to mix and match robot parts, picture Mr. Potato Head but in Fallout with RoboCo and General Atomics Robots. For example you could have a Protectrons body, Mr. Handy thruster and Sentry Head and Assaultron arms with a rapid fire laser rifle on the left hand and a Shishkebab on the right. Automatron is a great start to the sets of upcoming DLCs in Fallout 4.… Expand
  5. olivermatt
    Mar 23, 2016
    9
    With the idea of this DLC, along with wasteland workshop, being a fillers for the real player in Far Harbor coming this may, The installment of Automatron did its job wonderfully. It brought together the customization aspect of character creation to your mechanical companions. The customization possibilities are endless and this was a major must have for this DLC. Now in terms of theWith the idea of this DLC, along with wasteland workshop, being a fillers for the real player in Far Harbor coming this may, The installment of Automatron did its job wonderfully. It brought together the customization aspect of character creation to your mechanical companions. The customization possibilities are endless and this was a major must have for this DLC. Now in terms of the story, it was not all it could have been, robot companion Ada lacks excitement and doesnt pressure current involvement with the mechanist. If there was more emphasis on the need to fight the mechanist, the gameplay would be more intense and more enjoyable. The dungeons were very thorough and provided fantastic loot, the end of one having all three of the new weapon editions. Overall, this was more than i could have ever hoped Automatron to be. It is well worth paying for anyone who missed the opportunity of buying the 30 dollar season pass. Rejuvenates the game and adds more hours of enjoyment!!!… Expand
  6. Nathaniel_Cage
    Dec 11, 2020
    8
    Great story and well portrayed characters made me play this game for 100+ hours. Definitely will play this game again in the future!

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 18
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  1. CGMagazine
    Apr 14, 2016
    50
    I don’t know what makes me angrier, that Automatron is a hollow and boring bit of DLC, or that it actually made me have to reinstall Fallout 4 on my PS4.
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  2. GameGrin
    Apr 13, 2016
    75
    A bunch of new items and weapons, with a new companion and a huge amount of exploring to be done, there’s little reason Automatron shouldn’t be on your radar.
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  3. RPG Site
    Apr 11, 2016
    60
    With Automatron Bethesda has shrewdly managed to zero in on one already compelling point of Fallout 4's experience, dropping in a new twist that solidly expands on that point in an interesting new way. As such, it's a perfect add-on for those either experiencing the wasteland for the first time or returning for a new play-through. It's simplistic and short story component means that it arguably doesn't have enough content to actually draw you back in on its own, and that's a shame, but if more Fallout 4 is on the cards for you already and you love customization, there's a strong argument for playing it with Automatron attached.
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