Fallout 4

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  1. Malprodigy
    Nov 30, 2015
    9
    I can't stop playing! Its hard to not appreciate all the work that went into this. My only complaint are the number of bugs (nothing game breaking so far, just minor inconveniences), but I'm sure these will be worked out with future patches.
  2. cabalavatar
    Nov 14, 2016
    9
    I love this game, and if you go into it without preconceptions of what an RPG or what Fallout "should be", you'll probably love it, too. My only gripe is similar to others' gripes: I wanted more RPG elements to developing my character, closer to what Skyrim offered. Reward me for being stealthy, using silencers, preferring semi-auto guns, etc. Otherwise, top-notch game that deserves atI love this game, and if you go into it without preconceptions of what an RPG or what Fallout "should be", you'll probably love it, too. My only gripe is similar to others' gripes: I wanted more RPG elements to developing my character, closer to what Skyrim offered. Reward me for being stealthy, using silencers, preferring semi-auto guns, etc. Otherwise, top-notch game that deserves at least a 9/10.… Expand
  3. Chowda
    Jun 20, 2016
    10
    While playing Fallout 3 I wished I could build my own settlement and improve Megaton....this game is my wish come true....settlement building in a Fallout world!!!
  4. ici_chacal
    Jan 19, 2016
    8
    I bought the game 2 months after premier becouse for two months I was fighting with myself if this is enought different from Fallout 3, because the graphics and the content looks the same on the first sight. Now after installing and playing I do not regret ! This game is as good as F3 or maybe even better. Yes the graphics engine could have been better but even that the game looks reallyI bought the game 2 months after premier becouse for two months I was fighting with myself if this is enought different from Fallout 3, because the graphics and the content looks the same on the first sight. Now after installing and playing I do not regret ! This game is as good as F3 or maybe even better. Yes the graphics engine could have been better but even that the game looks really good. The story is interesting (at least for me). I am playing on PS4. Now I have over 150h in the game and I can recomend to all who want great Apo atmosphere with good characters and dialogues.… Expand
  5. Mattcha
    Feb 21, 2016
    8
    It's a good, yet ultra repetitive game that I've struggled to pick back up and play for more than 10-15 minutes since originally sinking 30+ hours into at launch. Walk, shoot, loot. Rinse + repeat.
  6. Iheartnapalm
    Feb 16, 2016
    10
    Please ignore all the sub-5 reviews! Fanboys hate change and react to it like children. This game is incredible- easily one of my top 5. I loved Fallout 3 and Fallout new vegas, but I feel like fallout 4 is an improvement in almost every ways. Combat, dialogue, characters, map, and settlement building are all awesome. And the graphics are not that bad. Yes they're not top of thePlease ignore all the sub-5 reviews! Fanboys hate change and react to it like children. This game is incredible- easily one of my top 5. I loved Fallout 3 and Fallout new vegas, but I feel like fallout 4 is an improvement in almost every ways. Combat, dialogue, characters, map, and settlement building are all awesome. And the graphics are not that bad. Yes they're not top of the line, but you won't notice. The story isn't bad, but it's not atrocious. Certainly not bad enough to ruin an otherwise stellar game.… Expand
  7. Amleida
    Jan 25, 2016
    8
    Considering the amount of detail and effort put into making this massive game, I find it hard to believe that someone can rate it lower than 6.0 without the influence of heavy bias. I've never played any of the previous Fallout games, and I was positively surprised by Fallout 4. It's not without it's faults, glitches and occasional frustrations, but overall it's a very solid game and ifConsidering the amount of detail and effort put into making this massive game, I find it hard to believe that someone can rate it lower than 6.0 without the influence of heavy bias. I've never played any of the previous Fallout games, and I was positively surprised by Fallout 4. It's not without it's faults, glitches and occasional frustrations, but overall it's a very solid game and if you look closely, you'll notice the incredible amount of detail the developers put into it. I know a lot of people were frustrated that the game was dumbed down in order to become more appealing to casual gamers, and although that is a shame, it's no reason to downrate the game into the negatives, purely based on being let down according to your expectactions. I see some people claim that Fallout 4 is "mediocre", and that is definitely an exaggeration.… Expand
  8. Concretenomad
    Dec 3, 2015
    9
    Skyrim with guns. I have played every Fallout except New Vegas. I look forward to doing everything in this game.

    I do feel that the graphics are not that much better than Skyrim. With games like Bloodborne and Witcher out the bar has been set higher. Bethesda could have done a bit more to improve the looks of the game. The best change to the game is that V.A.T.S no longer stops time.    Skyrim with guns. I have played every Fallout except New Vegas. I look forward to doing everything in this game.

    I do feel that the graphics are not that much better than Skyrim. With games like Bloodborne and Witcher out the bar has been set higher. Bethesda could have done a bit more to improve the looks of the game.

    The best change to the game is that V.A.T.S no longer stops time. Man did I abuse the heck out of that. This game is actually challenging on Survival mode. Anything less than Survival is a duck walk though.    … Expand
  9. gameslayer621
    Nov 30, 2015
    10
    Fallout 4 is THE best game i have ever played but i will name some issues first:

    Graphics: The graphics melt my eyes with beauty but at nighttime (in-game) it looks like Fallout 3. Bugs: i haven't encountered game breaking bugs except a couple crashes but the other bugs are pretty funny. Lacking features from older games: Fallout: New Vegas has a lot of survival based features    Fallout 4 is THE best game i have ever played but i will name some issues first:

    Graphics:
    The graphics melt my eyes with beauty but at nighttime (in-game) it looks like Fallout 3.

    Bugs: i haven't encountered game breaking bugs except a couple crashes but the other bugs are pretty funny.

    Lacking features from older games: Fallout: New Vegas has a lot of survival based features such as Hardcore mode, making your own ammo at workbenches, repairing weapons, radiation takes down s.p.e.c.i.a.l points and other effects, crafting special weapons at workbenches, and more.

    Environments: Fallout 4 has the best environmental detail of any video game as of today. Hundreds of incredibly detailed locations can be found, Any person who says this game is unfinished or lacking a lot of content are autistic and deserve to stay off this website. This is not a perfect game but it is very very close. Maybe updates or DLC will add the features i was looking forward to this game but this game deserves a solid 10/10. The weapon and settlement building and customization is too big to fit in this review, so ill just stop here.    … Expand
  10. phantomlord
    Nov 25, 2015
    8
    It took me 90 hours to do everything the game had to offer and get every trophy. I was very disappointed that the game was so quick and easy when it was promised to be a 200+ hour game. Bethesda really refined and updated lots of things since Fallout 3 and New Vegas but they also left out a lot that those games had. The updates to the gun play and overall handling of your character wasIt took me 90 hours to do everything the game had to offer and get every trophy. I was very disappointed that the game was so quick and easy when it was promised to be a 200+ hour game. Bethesda really refined and updated lots of things since Fallout 3 and New Vegas but they also left out a lot that those games had. The updates to the gun play and overall handling of your character was vastly improved from the previous games. I used v.a.t.s. probably 70% less than I did in Fallout 3. Overall the game was definitely fun and kept my attention until the end but the end came to quickly and the story that was building the whole time really doesn't go anywhere special in any of the possible endings… Expand
  11. KalebSweeney
    Dec 3, 2015
    9
    Really good game if your a xbox user i recommend ps4 for this game from my stand point,
    and yes one of the best games i've ever played!!!!! i give it a 9!!!
  12. Devinkt
    Jan 20, 2016
    10
    Without a doubt one of the best games I have ever played! Let me start off by saying this is the best world in the Fallout franchise it is so absorbing with so many interesting locations and very little space gone to waste on the map. The story is starts slow but grows in entertainment with some very memorable quests, this is the first Bethesda game in my opinion with an interesting "badWithout a doubt one of the best games I have ever played! Let me start off by saying this is the best world in the Fallout franchise it is so absorbing with so many interesting locations and very little space gone to waste on the map. The story is starts slow but grows in entertainment with some very memorable quests, this is the first Bethesda game in my opinion with an interesting "bad guy" (the Enclave was boring). The endings leave something to be desired with very few alternatives. The side quests are few in number yet most are very interesting and unique. Fallout 4's main strengths however are its world and its game play with a great crafting system, unique enemies, and a variety of cool weapons. The companions in Fallout 4 although not very useful are interesting, some offer some of the best quests and backstory in the game. My one major problem with Fallout 4 is the dialogue system I miss New Vegas with its silent protagonist and multitude of choices in the iconic Fallout style. Bethesda made a huge blunder with a voiced protagonist because each quest requires far more work accounting for the shortage in the main game as of now. If Bethesda had left this feature out perhaps they could have used their time to add in more side factions like in New Vegas where some groups like the Boomers or Khans were not essential for an ending. These down sides did not effect my enjoyment in the game and though I do hope future DLC will give the game a fuller feel I would recommend this game to everyone.… Expand
  13. Alec101101
    Feb 18, 2016
    8
    The newest fallout game is outdated engine wise but a lot of the mechanics than make it new and fresh to all fans
    Pros:
    Awesome new characters
    Gameplay
    Mods on console
    New building mechanic for weapons

    Cons:
    Dumb AI that runs into traps
    Story being spoiled by side quests
    Outdated engine (graphics)
  14. noahbruhh
    Feb 19, 2016
    10
    This game made me truly feel lost, and I loved every second of it , there are so many complaints about graphics and technical problems but the game crashed less times than BO3 did for me ( on ps4) I think this game is true accomplishment and would ABSOLUTELY recommend it
  15. TheTrurth
    May 11, 2016
    8
    Great game if you like role playing games but it is defiantly flawed. The positive part is the graphics are great, movement has improved from the previous games and a huge world. The bad part involves quests and some changes they made that I personally didn't like. A bonus was the settlement you can improve and the weapons you can make. Main quest wasn't boring but it wasn't as fun as theGreat game if you like role playing games but it is defiantly flawed. The positive part is the graphics are great, movement has improved from the previous games and a huge world. The bad part involves quests and some changes they made that I personally didn't like. A bonus was the settlement you can improve and the weapons you can make. Main quest wasn't boring but it wasn't as fun as the main quest of fallout 3 or even Fallout NV. It just lacked a creative element and it lost some of the dark humor you see in the other main stories. Another part of the game I didn't like was the few extremely boring and unrewarding side quest. But that was only a few most of the side quest were fun and really told a clever story which was my favorite part of the Fallout series. The saddest part of this game was there wasn't a variety of special weapons and easter eggs. With all that out of the way I gave Fallout 4 an eight because it kept me entrained to finish the game 3 times, get a platinum, and write a review (which I normal don't).… Expand
  16. AristotlesPal
    Jun 3, 2016
    10
    This game is amazing for what it is. Easily WELL over 100 hours of gameplay in a full playthrough if you do everything, So much collectables. So many unique weapons. So many locations.

    The plot is standard for a fallout game , you need to go get 'something' which leads you to getting involved in a broader conflict. In fo1 it was the water chip, in FO3 it was your father, in fonv it was    This game is amazing for what it is. Easily WELL over 100 hours of gameplay in a full playthrough if you do everything, So much collectables. So many unique weapons. So many locations.

    The plot is standard for a fallout game , you need to go get 'something' which leads you to getting involved in a broader conflict. In fo1 it was the water chip, in FO3 it was your father, in fonv it was the Platinum Chip. Now it is your son.

    The plot is rather strong, with 4 factions. 3 of them are interesting, but one of them falls a small bit short , but they are still solid and don't do much to take away from the overall experience, You will find yourself doing all sorts of quests through the ruins of the commonwealth .

    The background lore and sidequests are fantastic, on paper there is not THAT much more sidequests than in fo3 , but in reality they are VERY long and exciting. You will often find yourself spending well over an hour in a sidequest. And bringing you to locations packed with great lore that makes sense.

    Gameplay is amazing , the gunplay feels like Destiny which in fact they modelled it after. And you now have the ability to sprint which was missing from all 3d fallouts. Enemies are generaly tough but not bullet sponges and there is many different enemy types and subtypes , Such as Super Mutants,Mirelurks,Molerats,Stingwings,Protectrons,Sentry Bots etc. And there is also a solid settlement mode and a solid crafting mode.

    The graphics and sound are also VERY VERY good, fallout has never looked as good and certainly not sounded as good. Every weapon has a different sound and changes according to attachment and enemies shrieks are stunning. It's obvious they put a lot of effort in to voice acting and hand and face gestures because this really stands out. The lighting and textures look 'good' , realistically it's not the most beautiful game in the world. But it certainly is one of the most beautiful open world rpg's.    … Expand
  17. rafomlg
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Después de 10 horas puedo opinar algo. El juego me está gustando mucho.

    El sistema de mejora de objetos es un acierto y eso de despiezar armas y usarlas para modificar otras me gusta, ademas de que han puesto el sistema de crafteo de comidas Los graficos son decentes, nada que ver con el aborto de F3 o NV La OST esta a la altura de la saga, se agradece el doblaje al español aunque    Después de 10 horas puedo opinar algo. El juego me está gustando mucho.

    El sistema de mejora de objetos es un acierto y eso de despiezar armas y usarlas para modificar otras me gusta, ademas de que han puesto el sistema de crafteo de comidas

    Los graficos son decentes, nada que ver con el aborto de F3 o NV

    La OST esta a la altura de la saga, se agradece el doblaje al español aunque no sea gran cosa

    El gunplay perfecto, no era dificil viniendo de Fallout 3

    Mundo muy grande, vivo y con un monton de misiones. Por ahora la trama no me esta pareciendo gran cosa pero el juego tiene tanto contenido que te olvidas de eso

    La construccion de ciudades es una pasada, da muchisimas horas de vicio

    Cuando tenga unas 50h de juego volveré a dar mi opinion pero con las 10 que llevo me esta pareciendo un juego con una nota muy merecida (87)    … Expand
  18. SchroederRock
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    A couple things to note: no gamer that didn't receive an advanced copy for rating has played this game enough to give a fair score based on the entire experience. Second, it's Fallout - it's always going to be fun for the people that love Fallout. The things that are nice in 4 is the small push for cooperative play and more customizations to be had in-game (be that a self-made town,A couple things to note: no gamer that didn't receive an advanced copy for rating has played this game enough to give a fair score based on the entire experience. Second, it's Fallout - it's always going to be fun for the people that love Fallout. The things that are nice in 4 is the small push for cooperative play and more customizations to be had in-game (be that a self-made town, weapon, etc.). The opportunities for growth remain the same: the graphics are nowhere near class-leading and there can be some bugs here and there that will irk you a bit. I still adore this game and the franchise as a whole. The Xbox One version comes with Fallout 3 as well (courtesy of backwards compatibility), so there's a much bigger value there for newcomers or those of us that like to retreat history. But for Fallout, the only way to make the game feel bigger/better is continued excellence of storytelling on top of a more immersive world, which is hard to do when you're making sacrifice after sacrifice for graphics. Bethesda really need to retool their graphics engine to really bring these wastelands to life. I mean, I can definitely deal with them as-is, but I think about what could be and I know that there are opportunities to make Fallout a perfect 10 game from nearly every perspective, but it's not quite there yet. The game is absolutely worth buying, though, and I'll probably re-tweak this review once I've spent more time with it and have completed the entire story.… Expand
  19. Mistoman
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    What can I say other than I am shocked at how harsh these reviews are. Simply cannot trust the user community of metacritic. I went to the midnight release for this and haven't been able to put it down since. While there are a handful of graphical bugs which keep the game from being a perfect 10, the environment and atmosphere of fallout 4 are amazing.

    Combat has significantly improved    What can I say other than I am shocked at how harsh these reviews are. Simply cannot trust the user community of metacritic. I went to the midnight release for this and haven't been able to put it down since. While there are a handful of graphical bugs which keep the game from being a perfect 10, the environment and atmosphere of fallout 4 are amazing.

    Combat has significantly improved over FO3 and NV, which both felt clunky to me. I was not expecting much in the graphics department per Bethesda's explanation, but I was pleasantly surprised there as well. The weather effects are the best I've seen this generation.

    Fallout 4 does streamline the process a bit which seems to have angered a large number of "loyal" fans. I enjoy the direction Bethesda has taken; to me it feels like less janky version of FO3. Please check other websites reviews before buying like Steam which gives this a 9/10    … Expand
  20. deerock8891
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Improved graphically , but playable for improved and there is a change from his predecessors, new mechanics , map bigger , everything bigger and hours of fun . 10/10 for me. My personal GOTY.
  21. OmGool
    Nov 11, 2015
    9
    Quick and honest by bulleting
    Do not be a dick, wont cost players nothing to be honest to games, not blind and ignorant.
    Pros: -HUGE value of money **** of content, like supermuch to do -Shooting is improved from latest fallouts -Improvements (some were not in my liking, like VATS wont pause time, but still lots of improvements) -Perk-tree is big and vast -Side-mission and LOTS    Quick and honest by bulleting
    Do not be a dick, wont cost players nothing to be honest to games, not blind and ignorant.

    Pros:
    -HUGE value of money
    **** of content, like supermuch to do
    -Shooting is improved from latest fallouts
    -Improvements (some were not in my liking, like VATS wont pause time, but still lots of improvements)
    -Perk-tree is big and vast
    -Side-mission and LOTS of them. With them this game lasts for hundreds of hours.
    -Music!!!

    Cons:
    -Dialogue is dummed down
    -Text is lagging and buggy
    -Some fps failures (in my ps4 its like every 3h fps drops very low for few seconds)
    -Story was ok but I was looking for more
    -I see no point in building. Its ok to be there but it wont reward player
    -Some parts for guns are SO much tougher to fin than others
    -Map which I hoped to be bigger
    -Various bugs and glitches here and there. (the damn dialogue just wont work properly)

    Neutrals:
    -This game is harder than previous fallouts
    -Graphics. It goes, nothing special. Its better then last gen but not the sharpest in the pack of ps4 games
    -Athmosphere, mostly dull but in some cases like storms its super

    Conclusion:
    Must buy to all any RPG players. Wont get more worth of your money than this. If someone says this game is **** they havent played it and just hates this thats better then they.
    -    … Expand
  22. MrBill
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am well over 30 hours into the game and it just keeps giving more. I wonder if any of the 0/10 fools below have opened up a broadside of cannons from the deck of a flying nuclear USS Constitution onto a band of scavengers under the command of robot pirates... I have and it was pure undiluted fun :)… Expand
  23. PeekyGunker
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Honestly, I have no idea where people are getting these horrible scores from. This game is simply amazing. Bethesda took the things that made 3 and New Vegas great, revamped them and fixed all of the issues with them. The combat is extremely fluent, and a emulates that of an FPS game.There are tons of places to explore and enjoy. The leveling system has improved drastically, as their isHonestly, I have no idea where people are getting these horrible scores from. This game is simply amazing. Bethesda took the things that made 3 and New Vegas great, revamped them and fixed all of the issues with them. The combat is extremely fluent, and a emulates that of an FPS game.There are tons of places to explore and enjoy. The leveling system has improved drastically, as their is no level cap and the perk system has a new style. In the older games, weapon customization wasn't exactly a huge part of the game, but in Fallout 4, that is one of the main components. The crafting system is easy to use and gives you a sense of individuality when you name your own weapon and make it your own. Building settlements is really fun, but sometimes it can be a little buggy. As for the mood and atmosphere, it replicates Fallout 3's and makes this game have the same classic Bethesda style. With a Bethesda game, bugs are to be expected, but in this game, I have encountered little to none other than some speech glitches and one weird glitch where I launched into the sky and died. There are plenty of missions to do and things to explore. I have no idea why anybody would hate this game. It's **** amazing.… Expand
  24. RaXoRkIlLaE
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    People seem to out this game down, yet it's not as bad as they claim it to be. Considering the fact that Todd Howard always exaggerates features in the game and makes promises that never hold, it is fair to say that it did not live up to its hype. Nonetheless, it is a definite improvement over fallout 3 and new vegas. The graphics seem stylized yet they're quite nice. I love the atmospherePeople seem to out this game down, yet it's not as bad as they claim it to be. Considering the fact that Todd Howard always exaggerates features in the game and makes promises that never hold, it is fair to say that it did not live up to its hype. Nonetheless, it is a definite improvement over fallout 3 and new vegas. The graphics seem stylized yet they're quite nice. I love the atmosphere present in the game and the fact that they added some color. The game is set in a post-post-apocalyptic era. The flora and fauna should be more than capable of flourishing within 200 years. The landscape shouldn't be so gloomy. The only issue i have and the reason I rated it a 9/10 is a bit of lag. The fps do seem to dip but I'm sure that with some optimization implemented in future patches, the problem will be fixed.… Expand
  25. frerfox
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Man I haven't had this much fun with a game in a long time. I used to be a marathon game session regular. There were whole days where I'd play for 10 hours easy peasy on a single title... that hasn't happened for me in a few years with the exception of DA:I and Witcher 3... and now Fallout 4.

    I haven't had a single game breaking bug crop up yet in 15 hours of play and aside from a rad    Man I haven't had this much fun with a game in a long time. I used to be a marathon game session regular. There were whole days where I'd play for 10 hours easy peasy on a single title... that hasn't happened for me in a few years with the exception of DA:I and Witcher 3... and now Fallout 4.

    I haven't had a single game breaking bug crop up yet in 15 hours of play and aside from a rad scorpion getting tossed into the sky 15 ft when trying to pop out of the ground nothing else too wonky has happened.

    Everyone whining about graphics is doing just that they are a big improvement over the other fallout titles and while it might not be "next gen" I'm happy with it. I'd rather have the huge open world that I'm currently playing in then have it look "next gen".

    Story hasn't been the biggest draw for me yet but that's cause I'm all kinds of ADD over the side quests. And while I will get on with the story I'm having way too much fun exploring the wastes at this time.

    Also the shooting I love the improvements they made to the system using look down sights is standard for any FPS now a days but I feel they implemented it well and it adds a great amount of "Oh hell, oh hell!" as your starting down a tactical sight shooting at Blood bugs trying to drink your blood.

    While my score is is personal preference I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys this type of game. And I've had a chance to speak to several co workers who have played and they have been having a blast as well.    … Expand
  26. Spankmyarsered
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Awesome game. I wanted a modern version of FC3 and thats exactly what this is. Buggy maybe (I havent seen any yet), but still brilliant. Ok, so the combat mechanics arent Destiny. The graphics are good but not great. But the sheer size, immersion and fun make this a 10/10.
  27. SanchoOrgasmo
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    One word: Awesome.

    Personally, I found this game amazing. Currently have around 30 hours since release day on November 10th, and I can't be more satisfied. Game continues the motif that war never changes in a good way. The vast majority of complaints I see here are about graphics, or the dialogue system, or how it is a step backward for the Fallout series, or even performance or    One word: Awesome.

    Personally, I found this game amazing. Currently have around 30 hours since release day on November 10th, and I can't be more satisfied. Game continues the motif that war never changes in a good way.

    The vast majority of complaints I see here are about graphics, or the dialogue system, or how it is a step backward for the Fallout series, or even performance or bugs. I actually believe this game to be beyond beautiful in terms of substance and graphics.
    -The graphics themselves are fine, with good quality textures and a nice theme. I think people like to say the graphics are bad because they see a lot of gray, but in reality that is just a feature that defines the wasteland. For those that feel that the graphics are previous gen, go back and look at Skyrim's and then reassess your life. Besides, if you're playing a game for the graphics, you aren't playing the game for the right reason.
    -The dialogue system has at times been annoying, but any complaints I have with it or trivial. For the most part it does its job just as well as the old system Bethesda used in the old Fallout's and Skyrim.
    -As for performance related issues and bugs, I don't see where all the hate is coming from. My experience has been great, with my game maintaining a consistent 30 fps in the most intense fire fights. I have noticed minor split second freezes after returning to the Commonwealth from a building or some odd, but never from just wandering the wasteland. From what I've read up on, updating your PS4 system could potentially help with this, or it could be a problem more rooted in the specific model of PS4 you own. As far as bugs go, honestly what did you expect? It's a Bethesda game and it's so massive that its bound to have kinks in it's pipes. Bethesda will have these fixed in no time. (I should note that most of the bugs I have encountered have been small graphical glitches; nothing gamebreaking)

    To wrap this up, I would like to mention some things that I found exceptional. Particularly, the atmosphere of the wasteland and how amazing it is. I won't elaborate on it too much as I would encourage you to try it for yourself while just walking around in game, but I can say it does a great job. Finally, the other thing, is that the map size is every bit as big as other titles, such as Skyrim. It may not look large, but it is, and it has every bit as much detail put into it as Skyrim, if not more.

    Conclusion: Amazing game. Would recommend to anyone who is willing to sit down and take in a story that requires more than the memory of some less creature to understand.
    Result: Proud retainer of said game and will spend many, many, many more hours in it.    … Expand
  28. Jyykson
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    This is the best open-world exploration and player choice RPG ever made, period. I dare the negative reviewers to name a better option, because they can't. Witcher made great strides this year towards building a world as engrossing as Bethesdas', but they have a long way yet to go. Fallout may not be perfect, but if you've actually played it you will fall in love and think that it is.This is the best open-world exploration and player choice RPG ever made, period. I dare the negative reviewers to name a better option, because they can't. Witcher made great strides this year towards building a world as engrossing as Bethesdas', but they have a long way yet to go. Fallout may not be perfect, but if you've actually played it you will fall in love and think that it is. If you want a huge RPG to explore with the best world design in gaming, this is your only option, nothing else lives up to it, and you won't regret a moment of it.… Expand
  29. sonicboomish
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    Ignore the trolls & haters. How can you give a game 0/10? That means it's literally a broken game. Anyway, this game is perfect. I don't see the problem with graphics. After 20 hours of gameplay I still have not encountered a single bug. I love the dialogue system. The settlement building works really well & the story is amazing!
  30. vinnykin
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    I really enjoyed Fallout 3 and NV so was looking forward to this game.......I was not disappointed!

    I have noticed a lot of complaints about bugs, frame-drops etc but never experienced a single one of either. Never had to re-load a save, never got stuck on terrain and never noticed the framerate dropping. I have to wonder if PC users have been spamming the console reviews or something.    I really enjoyed Fallout 3 and NV so was looking forward to this game.......I was not disappointed!

    I have noticed a lot of complaints about bugs, frame-drops etc but never experienced a single one of either. Never had to re-load a save, never got stuck on terrain and never noticed the framerate dropping. I have to wonder if PC users have been spamming the console reviews or something. This was my experience and I'm not claiming that the game contains none of these things, just that I didn't experience any, and I was everywhere!

    If you liked F3 and NV then buy this game    … Expand
  31. Mavolio
    Nov 13, 2015
    10
    10/10 FOR A TRULEY AWESOME SEQUEL GAME BY BETHESDA!!!!!!

    But...but...but...I'm ENTITLED!!! Don'tcha just love the F****ING MEEEEE!!! Generation? GO BACK TO PLAYING MINECRAFT YOU MORONS!!! This game might not be polished like the MEEE!!! Generation DEMANDS EVERY GAME THEY BUY THE DAY AFTER LAUNCH to be but hey, YOU CAN'T HAVE IT ALL AT ONE TIME or you just might overdose or short    10/10 FOR A TRULEY AWESOME SEQUEL GAME BY BETHESDA!!!!!!

    But...but...but...I'm ENTITLED!!!

    Don'tcha just love the F****ING MEEEEE!!! Generation?

    GO BACK TO PLAYING MINECRAFT YOU MORONS!!! This game might not be polished like the MEEE!!! Generation DEMANDS EVERY GAME THEY BUY THE DAY AFTER LAUNCH to be but hey, YOU CAN'T HAVE IT ALL AT ONE TIME or you just might overdose or short circuit that feeble glob of noodles sitting in that cranium cavity where a working brain normally rests. Had absolutely ZERO problems minus a MINOR screen hiccup here and there when first loading the game after downloading ...BUT seeing... (hint: LRN2Tweek your "gaming" rig) nVidia may have had a major role in the development of Fallout4 I can see how the "average gamer" is flustrated with this game (/Pffft!!!), but as a FAITHFUL AMD/RADEON user on ALL my devices THIS game runs 100% PERFECTLY FINE AMD/Radeon.

    ...me.....Me....ME.......MEEE!!! Generation-----PISS OFF ya self righteous whining little B****ES!!!

    10/10 GAME PLAY

    10/10 GRAPHICS

    10/10 TIME CONSUMPTION

    8-9/10 Crafting (the only flaw is they jump you right into it at the very beginning of the game)

    1/10 For the "veteran gamer" me...Me...MEEEE!!! Generation that have no idea how to hardly even turn on a computer let alone optimize a game's option to function with in their "gaming rig's" specs.    … Expand
  32. bcdserra
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    I'm not a professional reviewer or "hack" like I've read so many times in the negative comments. I was not paid for this. Fallout will be Fallout, sandbox games will be sandbox games. It's buggy (nobody said it wasn't going to be, nor did it stop me from enjoying previous Fallouts) and it's quite ugly (nobody said it would look better, it does but only proportionally to the console, soI'm not a professional reviewer or "hack" like I've read so many times in the negative comments. I was not paid for this. Fallout will be Fallout, sandbox games will be sandbox games. It's buggy (nobody said it wasn't going to be, nor did it stop me from enjoying previous Fallouts) and it's quite ugly (nobody said it would look better, it does but only proportionally to the console, so still inferior to other AAA titles) I still think it looks great and a,d os o,teres reminds me of Bloodborne for 2 reasons: lesser graphics but great design, and the crafting system where nothing is explained and gave me a whole afternoon of pleasure figuring it out, much like.....everything in From's game.
    You didn't fool me Bethesda because you promised me more adventures in wasteland plagued with the same flaws that never stopped me from enjoying previous trips. I like it, I think it's RADS.    … Expand
  33. HardleyJoker
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Fallout 4 is the best game of this year. I've seen many reviews on this sight that appear to rate this game far too harshly based off of one or two mechanics that they don't agree with. The open world might not be as big as you expected but it is filled with so many locations. The story, while fairly slow to begin with, opens up to many choices as you progress. The side/ miscellaneousFallout 4 is the best game of this year. I've seen many reviews on this sight that appear to rate this game far too harshly based off of one or two mechanics that they don't agree with. The open world might not be as big as you expected but it is filled with so many locations. The story, while fairly slow to begin with, opens up to many choices as you progress. The side/ miscellaneous quests have been interesting so far and the game DOES contain RPG elements, they are just more subtle in this game than they were in fallout 3. The settlement builder is very vast (I think there are upwards of thirty locations you can build, that heard about so far, forgive me if I'm wrong) however if that is something that you don't like then you don't have to do it at all. If you are a fan of the series then you should love this game (unless you actively go out looking for problems with the game/ nitpick). I haven't faced on serious glitches or frame rate issues so I can't comment on that unfortunately. The game is as good if not better than the witcher 3 as Fallout 4 has a game that focuses more on player freedom and exploration, whereas the Witcher 3 focuses on character relationships (which Fallout 4 has improved upon massively as well) and a more story focused RPG. However unlike the Witcher 3 I think I'll be replaying Fallout 4 for many years to come and it's only going to get better as the developers will only making the experience better with free updates and dlc that will be worth paying for, unlike many dlc that is available nowadays.… Expand
  34. Kohana
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    There is loads I could review about this game but I have chosen not to.
    This score of 10 exists simply to counter-act all the Black-OPs fans and review hipsters giving a score of 0.
    Grow up! Literally sat here reading reviews from users who think a 0 some how makes sense after they list plenty good about the game. One review had something like 6 pros and 2 cons in a little    There is loads I could review about this game but I have chosen not to.
    This score of 10 exists simply to counter-act all the Black-OPs fans and review hipsters giving a score of 0.

    Grow up!

    Literally sat here reading reviews from users who think a 0 some how makes sense after they list plenty good about the game. One review had something like 6 pros and 2 cons in a little list....but still a 0?

    My actual score for the game is 7.5. Only missing .5 due to some bugs that need ironing out. Could of got a 9 if they didn't destroy the dialogue but hey, a score of 8 is fair.

    A score of 5 or 6 is fair if you didn't like it.

    A score of 0 is **** **** and you all know it!    … Expand
  35. jonaju
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    its good, bunch of /r/games babies posting reviews its good, bunch of /r/games babies posting reviewsits good, bunch of /r/games babies posting reviews
  36. raqun
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Technical issues aside this is a game that deserves a perfect score from me. Everything that's good for me pretty much outweighs the bad completely. I love it. I have been a fan of Fallout since Fallout 1 came out 18 years ago. I finished fallout 2 21 times, Fallout 4 replaces Fallout 2 as my favorite game. Well or it's a draw.
  37. kaymanr
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    I don't even know where to start with this game. It is absolutely incredible, a near perfect triple A game with fantastic RPG elements, endless subplots, and excellent gunplay. There is almost no flaw in this game, and all improvements from fallout 3 are all good ones. The new and revised skill/talent tree gives numerous upgrade paths, and great ideas for talents. So before I go i need toI don't even know where to start with this game. It is absolutely incredible, a near perfect triple A game with fantastic RPG elements, endless subplots, and excellent gunplay. There is almost no flaw in this game, and all improvements from fallout 3 are all good ones. The new and revised skill/talent tree gives numerous upgrade paths, and great ideas for talents. So before I go i need to ask the question, what makes you S.P.E.C.I.A.L?… Expand
  38. thatguyfromusa
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Game of the Year? Yea. I think this is one of the games, were can spend hour,days,years. But i still hope that the next Elder Scrolls, i going to have better Graphics
  39. Ozzy0071
    Jan 19, 2016
    10
    Fallout 4 is an amazing game. This is not the type of game that comes out every year, and you can tell how much effort and work has gone into creating it. The world is beautifully detailed. The character creator is one of the best from any game that I have played. The story is intriguing. I cannot think of one bad thing to say about this game.

    Your character is the only survivor of    Fallout 4 is an amazing game. This is not the type of game that comes out every year, and you can tell how much effort and work has gone into creating it. The world is beautifully detailed. The character creator is one of the best from any game that I have played. The story is intriguing. I cannot think of one bad thing to say about this game.

    Your character is the only survivor of Vault 111, in Boston (called "the Commonwealth"), after a nuclear holocaust. The new character creator is very powerful and very fun to use. This is one game that, when you picture in your mind what you would like your character to look like, you can actually make it. Even if you are not happy with your design, there are a few opportunities to change it before you get into the main game, and you can get facial reconstruction surgery at any point you like.

    The gameplay is comparable to any purely FPS game, and is actually a lot more fun. The crafting system is literally the best crafting system from any game, and using a workshop to build settlements can be considered a game in itself. You can literally spend hours building whatever you like. There are endless possibilities.

    The game soundtrack is amongst my favourites. It is tense, powerful and captivating. Even the soundtrack playing at the main menu is beautiful. I just wish you could buy a CD of the soundtrack like you could with the first Mass Effect game.

    10/10. Great game. There is always something to do, somewhere to go and something to find. You will never be bored.    … Expand
  40. hiwasafari
    Nov 26, 2015
    8
    Fallout 4 feels more like fallout 3,5 than fallout 4. The hype surrounding this game has been crazy and expectation has been sky high. Finally after getting the platinum trophy for the game I feel can have a honest opinion about the game.
    Calling it fallout 3,5 does not make the game bad. Honestly, if you loved fallout 3 you will love fallout 4. There are improvements but there are not    Fallout 4 feels more like fallout 3,5 than fallout 4. The hype surrounding this game has been crazy and expectation has been sky high. Finally after getting the platinum trophy for the game I feel can have a honest opinion about the game.
    Calling it fallout 3,5 does not make the game bad. Honestly, if you loved fallout 3 you will love fallout 4. There are improvements but there are not groundbreaking. The gun play, graphics and animation has all seen improved but it is not the huge improvement many of us expected. One thing I did not like is the dumbing down of the rpgs elements. Like any other other bethesda game lately, it feels like they focus more and more on action/adventure then rpg aspect of their games. The story this time is more intriguing than the last time and some of missions are really cool to play. There is different type of factions you can join and they all have their own quest-line.
    The game has few cool added features like crafting your own settlements and moding every weapon. But overall the changes and improvements are so little I cant help to feel a bit disappointed. I expected fallout 4 to be a 10/10 game, the game has so much going for it but in the end I feel like it bethesda played a bit to safe. That is why I rate this game 8/10, it is a great game don't get me wrong. But it won't have the same impact as fallout 3 or skyrim had when they launched. FOR THE LOVE OF GOD BETHESDA , LEAVE YOUR ENGINE BEHIND    … Expand
  41. Veridiano02
    Nov 24, 2015
    10
    I loved the game since the first moment. It's one of the best.
    Well, the negatives reviews are a lie. Not opinions, but lies. 100% false, I can assure you. I don't know why this... (I don't know if I can call them people) are saying this kind of stuff, but they lie. Try it for yourself, and then decide.
  42. Explodet
    Jan 17, 2016
    10
    It's pretty obvious people metabombed this game without even playing it. The fact is, their ignorant claims were priven incorrect but they still bang on with the same tired arguments.

    They say it's dumbed down and stats no longer affect convrrsation. This is wrong. People on multiple playthroughs are noticing differences in this regard. It has those stat/skill checks, it just usually    It's pretty obvious people metabombed this game without even playing it. The fact is, their ignorant claims were priven incorrect but they still bang on with the same tired arguments.

    They say it's dumbed down and stats no longer affect convrrsation. This is wrong. People on multiple playthroughs are noticing differences in this regard. It has those stat/skill checks, it just usually doesnt give you a big text block saying "pick dis option using high int lol" So which game is dumbed down again? They say your conversation choices dont matter, but thrre are countless examples of when they do and you could even lock yoyrself out of things but being too mean. I even skipped a whole string of quests because of my high intelligence. Why go find new parts to a ship when you are smart enough to repair the old ones.

    As for factions, you have four large ones that are all important to the story. You get tons of endings based on how your various truces play out, or you can take out three and have one reign supreme. Sorry but half the factions in NV had little impact on anything. Id hardly qualify random casinos as a faction..Oh, you could sell chems with the great khans? I have an entire farm I created with my own brahim where I make my own jet and make a fortune doing so. I even got a guy willing to give me nearly double what shops give. I shot up a drug deal, killed the witnesses, tossed their bodies in a river, stole the chems, broke into the place where they were made, looted it all, shot the place up, and had mister sandman visit anyone who accused me. I threw on a BoS suit, they thought I was one of them even though I was with their enemy, and infiltrated them.

    The roleplaying is still here, you just gave a backstory and more defined motuves, you know, like every other rpg. Is the Witcher not an rpg because you gave to play as Geralt? Get real. My character is a smooth talking high intelligence woman, who is on the outside appears to ve doing goos, but in reality is a sarcastic asshile violent drug lord rebuilding the Commonwealth on blood and jet.

    Let's talk about why I love this game. This is easily the best looking Fallout. While it doesn't compete with The Witcher in that regard, this game is certainly more fun to play. They vastly improved the gunplay, and as simeone who plays tons of shooters, it gets a thumbs up. The world is huge and there is so much to do. The most fun I gave is just wandering about finding new places. Two months later and people are still finding new things. I love the Settlement building as well.

    I highly recommend this game. Ignore the ignorant haters who didnt play this and metabombed it took seconds after its release. Its a shame a few ignorant "professional reviewers" listened to that loud minority of gamers and repeated the same ignorance without checking the facts. I remember a certain "angry" reviewer who just jumped on the hate train without checking actual facts or giving a game like this enough time. Funny, but there is nothing angry about this guys reviews, he just **** a ton. I guess rather than making decent reviews some people just want to appeal to their troll fanboys.

    There's a good reason why mostly everyone who is anyone plays this game religiously. It's that much fun.    … Expand
  43. RedGolem
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    It is awesome. An improvement over Fallout 3, better graphics, crafting, and new cool mechanics like the power armor, the oportunity to make your own settlement and modding your weapons.
  44. tylercaplon
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    GOTY for me. Game is phenomenal. There is tons to do. Game is massive. Building a sanctuary is beyond addicting. Graphics are great. Gameplay is great. Great game all around. Please ignore the trolls and negative reviews. This is the best game out for current gen hands down.
  45. tyrell
    Nov 11, 2015
    8
    Sad sad Internet trolls. Notice the pattern over the last 2 years? 4 minutes after release, a highly anticipated game is raked through the coals by planted reviews, annoying individuals who each have the attention span of a gerbil, and those trying to run a high end game on a 4 year old Acer laptop. For those who don't fall into these categories, this Fallout is just as good as the last.Sad sad Internet trolls. Notice the pattern over the last 2 years? 4 minutes after release, a highly anticipated game is raked through the coals by planted reviews, annoying individuals who each have the attention span of a gerbil, and those trying to run a high end game on a 4 year old Acer laptop. For those who don't fall into these categories, this Fallout is just as good as the last. Don't believe the trolls. The graphics are NOT terrible (PS4). They are actually quite beautiful. It feels like Fallout, looks great, and adds some new twists. If you liked that last 2 Fallout games, you will be pleased.… Expand
  46. Stenbocken
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    Fallout 4 has the right balance between looting, exploring and action and is so much fun. The graphic might not be the most advanced right now but it is still beautiful and vibrant.
  47. Hannon74
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    So I read some of the negative reviews and I don't get the hate. I'm only 2 hours in and The graphics are better. the shooting is better. The world is beautiful, I care about my guy and the NPC's I met. I am still using my first gun, a 10MM that i have modded and it's totally amazing. I started building a shelter. the dialogue is similar to fallout 3. Everything flows and isn't stop timeSo I read some of the negative reviews and I don't get the hate. I'm only 2 hours in and The graphics are better. the shooting is better. The world is beautiful, I care about my guy and the NPC's I met. I am still using my first gun, a 10MM that i have modded and it's totally amazing. I started building a shelter. the dialogue is similar to fallout 3. Everything flows and isn't stop time like old RPG's ie. you can just walk away from conversations. vats is real time. The only knock is that it's there's no tutorials so it's not intuitive to use some of the menu's. I watched a you tube video and got some help now I'm on my way. I really am very happy with this game so far and can't wait to get back to it. and that's how I judge a game.… Expand
  48. Spiderman00
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    An easy 10/10 for me. GOTY right here. Ignore the stupid trolls and negative reviews. This doesn't deserve anything short of an 8. Game is massive. Tons to do. Fun and addicting. Everything I expected and than some. Enjoy :)
  49. MyThoughts
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Seems harsh, everyone giving such bad reviews because they have unrealistic expectations.

    I think the game is amazing; the art style, the sound quality, the combat, all the hundreds of small tweaks that improve upon Fallout 3/New Vegas. What I think could have been done better is what everyone else has already mentioned: the main story. There is nothing ground breaking about it, nor    Seems harsh, everyone giving such bad reviews because they have unrealistic expectations.

    I think the game is amazing; the art style, the sound quality, the combat, all the hundreds of small tweaks that improve upon Fallout 3/New Vegas.

    What I think could have been done better is what everyone else has already mentioned: the main story. There is nothing ground breaking about it, nor is it delivered in such a way that you want to relate to or even help the main character. But that's not even one of the main draws of this game. The best part of this game is the main reason everyone should have bought it for. The exploration. That's why Bethesda markets their product as an open world rpg. If it was marketed as a deep story driven emotional experience then yes, everyone should be mad. But don't complain that it doesn't have the story quality of say Chrono Trigger, or Metal Gear.

    As for the people saying it's just an updated version of fallout 3. What were you expecting? Fallout is Fallout is Fallout. You knew what you were paying for when you did.    … Expand
  50. preacherdave
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    THE GOOD
    I can not put this game down. Every time I look at the clock fours have gone by. It is strange coming into this game after playing the Battlefront game and seeing the crazy graphics on that game. Fallout is not going to win in the graphics category but a pretty Fallout game might suck, I want a little dirt in my wasteland. I like the graphics but may not be everyones cup of tea.    THE GOOD
    I can not put this game down. Every time I look at the clock fours have gone by. It is strange coming into this game after playing the Battlefront game and seeing the crazy graphics on that game. Fallout is not going to win in the graphics category but a pretty Fallout game might suck, I want a little dirt in my wasteland. I like the graphics but may not be everyones cup of tea. Story is better then the other games more crafting and better crafting. This game will suck you life away. Game of the year contender for sure.

    THE BAD
    During crafting placing doors, wall and buildings can be frustrating and things sometimes won't line up at all.

    FYI..I have played all the Fallout games on PC and Fallout 3 and new vegas on PS3.    … Expand
  51. Maliam
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    The TL;DR of (around 90%) of the bad reviews is "Boo hoo my graphics aren't 4k ultra no-scoping mega god-send amaze-tastic, 0/10( + bugs)". These people all need to get off their high horses. This game looks amazing! (Yes it is no MGSV in graphics, but it's still wonderful in it's own way). Yes there are bugs - This is Bethesda, it's expected at release.

    So my TL:DR for a normal person:    The TL;DR of (around 90%) of the bad reviews is "Boo hoo my graphics aren't 4k ultra no-scoping mega god-send amaze-tastic, 0/10( + bugs)". These people all need to get off their high horses. This game looks amazing! (Yes it is no MGSV in graphics, but it's still wonderful in it's own way). Yes there are bugs - This is Bethesda, it's expected at release.

    So my TL:DR for a normal person: I personally haven't stopped playing this game since i got it at midnight on release - and i have no intention of stopping anytime soon. It is very (VERY) fun and there are so many things to do you can easily lose track of time, i know i did.

    +A must buy (9.5/10).    … Expand
  52. neng
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    A good many of the negative reviews are just plain false on their face. Thus, the reliability of Metacritic is completely compromised and worth nothing. Metacritic as a source of data is dead, However,Fallout 4 is very much alive as a great game and puts the lie to negative reviews. Anyone who decided not to buy this game based on a negative review here truly was looking for an excuse notA good many of the negative reviews are just plain false on their face. Thus, the reliability of Metacritic is completely compromised and worth nothing. Metacritic as a source of data is dead, However,Fallout 4 is very much alive as a great game and puts the lie to negative reviews. Anyone who decided not to buy this game based on a negative review here truly was looking for an excuse not to buy. So,I very much pity the negative reviewers as they are obviously incapable of appreciating a great game which is completely sad.… Expand
  53. Dal_ReviewedDat
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    45 hours in:

    I won't lie, I am a huge fan of Fallout 3 and since the announcement I've had the count-down clock on my mobile, and I've tried to realistically manage my own expectations as I did fear that they'd ruin a great franchise. So, as you can see I'm giving it a 10 and this is for numerous reasons. If you are a hardcore Fallout 1 and 2 or Tactics fan, and FO3 was a huge    45 hours in:

    I won't lie, I am a huge fan of Fallout 3 and since the announcement I've had the count-down clock on my mobile, and I've tried to realistically manage my own expectations as I did fear that they'd ruin a great franchise. So, as you can see I'm giving it a 10 and this is for numerous reasons.

    If you are a hardcore Fallout 1 and 2 or Tactics fan, and FO3 was a huge disappointment for you, this is not the game for you.
    The game feels like a natural progression from FO3, with most of the structure unchanged and changes that have been made have been done so to make the game more fluent, perhaps in this it's lost a little of it's tactical strategy. For instance, v.a.t.s is still used in the game, but the game no longer freezers still. This means in effect you no longer get to pause the game when in combat and assess each and every enemy and think of your way in or way out of the current scenario. Instead, the enemies continue to pursue or aim/fire at you but in slow-mo, this adds a whole heap of pressure onto your decision making and it will probably see you hip-firing like mad once your AP points are out - but is this a flaw in the game? No, not at all in my opinion. Fallout 4 is hard. Most encounters before reaching level 25 feel like stacked odds against you, and dying becomes a regular event (top tip - quicksave, a lot!)

    I read a review (Guardian I think) that mentioned that FO4 feels more like Fallout 3.75 - and I get this. The world itself, although stunning and vibrant, feels like FO3. If you've not seen the comparison screenshots of say Dogmeat from PS3 to PS4, you can see the graphics have been updated 'just enough' to get away with being new gen. While the map is bigger than that in FO3, it is remarkably more vertical (!) and you will find many buildings taller than ten-penny tower, and you will find more caves deeper than FO3 vaults.

    As an RPG, the levelling is a lot more straight forward and directly mixes perks with SPECIAL stats. Choosing wisely early on and pre-planning your character goes a long way. To be a jack-of-all-trades doesn't work as your damage will be to low against harder enemies. This means a lot of thought is worth putting in to your development from level 5 onwards!

    It's all about that Base:

    Hell yeah. The base building option in FO4 is a great addition. It means you can build an entire town from scratch, if you've the resources. Unlike FO3, everything you pick up can become useful. To be able to scrap anything into its basic form ie wood, steel, ceramics etc; means that scavenging is far more rewarding and becomes a task to perform ritually if you are focused on developing your new town (!). 45hours in, I can honestly say at least 8 hours play was building and scavenging. I really enjoyed this, as occasionally frustrating as it is when fences etc dont snap into place, you can pick it up and remove it so easily you can end up, as I have, with a base looking as good as anything already standing in the world. It's also really fun defending the bases once the raiders come charging in. Remember though, this is totally optional and you don't have to make bases.

    I do feel reading reviews on here though (ridiculous to score this game a 3 or below!) and most of the haters seem to have lost what RPG means. As a gamer who's played decades of RPGs, I find this style a joy to play as it has the right mix of action, adventure and exploration that sucks me deeply into the world Bethesda have created. I think people like the ability to freeze the game and play it almost turn-based still like a strategy game, perhaps players that don't like the frantic moments. But evading death has sometimes been the best moments in the game for me, and yes, sometimes I've taken advantage of flawed AI, but I did so in F3 also and I think it's part of using the environment to favour you.

    Glitches. Glitches everywhere. One thing I did notice from my first few hours is seeing a graphical glitch is going to be part of the experience, end of. Most of the glitches I've noticed are within chats with NCPs, the most common of which is when you start talking a little to close to someone they lean in and their face disappears. No glitch in 45hrs though as prevented me completing a quest or made an enemy impossible to kill. So, I've overlooked them and just hope they patch them up for the future.

    Overall, FO4 offers much the same as FO3. Don't buy if you expect a whole new game, it really isn't - but in my opinion, FO3 is one of the greatest games ever made. Had they took the model and changed it radically, people would complain and hardcore fans would cryout. Instead they built on what they do best, and have offered a potential unlimited experience in FO4. With DLC and future modding being available (and free) for PS4, this game I maybe still playing in 1000hrs+ time.

    I don't say it often, but I love this game & perhaps it's nostalgia, but I missed Fallout!    … Expand
  54. Cockerham
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    So first of all, this game is not a 10...but because of the hundreds of babies that troll this site, I'm forced to at least attempt to balance out their stupidity. Because hey guess what? It's also not a 0. Someone needs to get these fools a copy of Superman 64 stat.

    Fallout 4 falls (tee-hee) in line perfectly with Fallout 3 and New Vegas. It offers a deep, deep world filled with    So first of all, this game is not a 10...but because of the hundreds of babies that troll this site, I'm forced to at least attempt to balance out their stupidity. Because hey guess what? It's also not a 0. Someone needs to get these fools a copy of Superman 64 stat.

    Fallout 4 falls (tee-hee) in line perfectly with Fallout 3 and New Vegas. It offers a deep, deep world filled with interesting characters to meet and buildings to explore.

    The people comparing Fallout 4 to Witcher 3 know exactly zero about game design or what it takes to make a world this in-depth. NO ONE makes RPG's like Bethesda, for better or worse. There are literally thousands of items littered throughout the world that you can pick up and interact with. And nearly every single one of those items matter since you can craft weapons, bases, and armor. Bethesda's engine maybe old and broken, but it's kind of incredible that it can keep track of all the intricate things your character can do. Want to collect all the lunchbox's and dead bodies strewn about the waste and store them in your house? You can! Why? Heck if I know! It's just something that's weirdly possible in Fallout/Elder Scroll games.

    It's impossible to compare Fallout 4 to other open world RPG's since Fallout (and by extension all of Bethesda's RPG's) is all about exploration. It's about letting you interact with the smallest of objects and experiencing dozens of interesting random encounters. So of course games like the Witcher 3 (which is laser focused) is going to look and run better.

    HOWEVER! All that said, I still find it inexcusable to release a game this buggy. Yes, yes I know that we should be used to Bethesda's games being this bad on release, but frankly that's a load of crap. They claim this game was in development for over 4 years...how the hell is it possible to STILL release a game this broken after so many years?!

    Finally, I want to address the people that say New Vegas was better and that they wished Obsidian developed this instead. Obsidian is one of my favorite game developers bar-none. They are experts at taking existing properties and just making them BETTER! But you got to take off the rose tinted glasses my friends. Obsidian has always released broken games. Am I the only person here that remembers the release of KotoR II and New Vegas? NV was damn near unplayable on release. It crashed constantly and required multiple patches. And the combat in NV was so much worse. What we're all remembering about New Vegas is the story and the characters. These are the things Obsidian excel at. To say Obsidian could have made a better Fallout 4 is asinine.

    After about 50 hours played, and Jeebus knows how many more to go, I think it's safe to say this is my favorite Fallout game. I LOVE the combat, weapon modding, and companions you meet (companions are actually useful for the first time). Still...I wouldn't blame you if you waited a few months for patches to iron out the bugs.    … Expand
  55. Snusnu
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    I Love this Game. I think You Love it or hate it. Its not a Mainstream game which Takes you by the hand and leads you through. Its such a deep advemture which totaly Sucks You in and that makes it so awesome. The graphic is not the main Thing i care about, Its the experience and thats just addicting. Cant stop playing it. Graphics are really ok for the big size of this Game. I Play it onI Love this Game. I think You Love it or hate it. Its not a Mainstream game which Takes you by the hand and leads you through. Its such a deep advemture which totaly Sucks You in and that makes it so awesome. The graphic is not the main Thing i care about, Its the experience and thats just addicting. Cant stop playing it. Graphics are really ok for the big size of this Game. I Play it on The ps4 and got no Problems with the Technics etc. My goty 3015… Expand
  56. suzuki013
    Nov 24, 2015
    10
    This game made me listen to oldies every day!
    I'm hoping for zombie wave survival mode. the inventory interface kinda make me tired but it didn't ruin my experience of this game
  57. lolosaurus
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    Don't listen to negative comments they are just COD Noobs! This game might not have best graphics but it has the best story ever and the best combat that any fallout game has seen! There might be small bugs but most of them are not gamebreaking. Now i am level 48 and the game has crashed for me only once.
  58. xepherys
    Feb 22, 2016
    9
    I can't believe all of the complaints about this game. I actually played through FO3 in it's entirety (with platinum) immediately before starting FO4, and I can't sing FO4's praises high enough. For those complaining about the simplification of the leveling system - it's simplified insomuch as it's easier to understand. It's actually much more complex and allows for much more preciseI can't believe all of the complaints about this game. I actually played through FO3 in it's entirety (with platinum) immediately before starting FO4, and I can't sing FO4's praises high enough. For those complaining about the simplification of the leveling system - it's simplified insomuch as it's easier to understand. It's actually much more complex and allows for much more precise building of character specs. If you've only played for 5-10 hours, you also have no business leaving a review, good, bad, or otherwise. Games like this take time to develop. The story is actually quite good. Taking yourself on side missions help develop the story as a whole (even though they aren't "story related", per se). The factions take time to warm up to you, which actually makes sense because usually groups in the real world don't just bring people in and make the president. Choices you make OVER TIME impact how the game unfolds.

    The crafting is a fun side project, the glitches are almost non-existent, especially in 1.03 (though they were never so bad as many people like to portray). I'm chomping at the bit to get to my next game - The Witcher 3 - but I can't put FO4 down. It's incredibly fun, wonderfully large, and extraordinarily varied in it's game play from person to person.    … Expand
  59. Dukemang
    Feb 13, 2016
    8
    I'm a big fan of Bethesda titles and when I heard Fallout 4 was going to be released, I couldn't believe my ears. I pre-ordered the game and anticipation was really getting to me every day. When I first got it and played it, it looked great but I honestly thought they could've done a little more graphically wise (although they've spend quite a long time developing this game and graphicsI'm a big fan of Bethesda titles and when I heard Fallout 4 was going to be released, I couldn't believe my ears. I pre-ordered the game and anticipation was really getting to me every day. When I first got it and played it, it looked great but I honestly thought they could've done a little more graphically wise (although they've spend quite a long time developing this game and graphics never make a game in my opinion). The story is pretty solid throughout but to be honest, I felt at a loss after completing the main campaign. Sure, you have a plethora of side missions to do...but it just seemed like they were either too repetitive or bland. Although I did enjoy the follower missions, everything else felt sort of "ehh" for me all in all. I do believe this game was a little over hyped BUT, this game is great for anyone who loves a great RPG or what's to dive into the Fallout series.… Expand
  60. BatmanB
    Jan 31, 2016
    9
    Okay, I'm giving this game a 9/10 because this game is for action fans not RPG Fans. The game is great and all if you don't see it as an RPG Game, because it's an Action with RPG elements, if you want a solid RPG game than sadly this is not it. Go pick-up Fallout 1-3 or New Vegas if you want a real RPG. Overall this is a really good game, it wasn't executed pretty well but it is a good game.
  61. Termin8ter
    Feb 3, 2016
    8
    Fallout 4 has a massive open world, with loads of side-quests, and Bethesda have improved the gun play from Fallout 3. Fallout 4 suffers from a couple of problems though. First of all, the main campaign is boring and uninteresting. Second of all, the graphics, while good, suffer from glitches and lag, because Bethesda used the same engine that they used for Oblivion, which transportsFallout 4 has a massive open world, with loads of side-quests, and Bethesda have improved the gun play from Fallout 3. Fallout 4 suffers from a couple of problems though. First of all, the main campaign is boring and uninteresting. Second of all, the graphics, while good, suffer from glitches and lag, because Bethesda used the same engine that they used for Oblivion, which transports terribly onto next-gen. Another problem is that Bethesda were terribly lazy with upgrading the HUD and Pip-boy systems, because they are nearly identical to the Fallout 3 versions. Hopefully Bethesda don't f@# up Doom 4. Only buy this game if you are a hardcore Fallout or Bethesda fan, but if your'e not, there are better RPGs out there, like The Witcher 3, or Skyrim, or MGSV.… Expand
  62. MJames99
    Feb 5, 2016
    8
    On first impression the game can seem boring if you've played previous versions. It seems a bit too much of what you have seen before, get through this though to appreciate the size of the game, character relationships, building settlements and the crafting weapons and armour system and you're in for treat. It's one of them games which encourages perfection though so you will findOn first impression the game can seem boring if you've played previous versions. It seems a bit too much of what you have seen before, get through this though to appreciate the size of the game, character relationships, building settlements and the crafting weapons and armour system and you're in for treat. It's one of them games which encourages perfection though so you will find yourself starting over and over again to ensure you don't miss anything, don't waste any resources. Still, the best fallout game to date.… Expand
  63. tagurit22
    Jan 22, 2016
    10
    I heard that there have been a lot of negative reviews for Fallout 4 and was very surprised. I got this game for Christmas and it has blown me away. The replay value is exceptional due to the different options you can take along the main story line. The different play types you can try with your character as well add to the replayablity of this game. Okay I understand complaints about theI heard that there have been a lot of negative reviews for Fallout 4 and was very surprised. I got this game for Christmas and it has blown me away. The replay value is exceptional due to the different options you can take along the main story line. The different play types you can try with your character as well add to the replayablity of this game. Okay I understand complaints about the story line but in Fallout 3 the main story line wasn't the greatest either. Okay you are looking for your dad and in this game you are looking for your son. I do not see a huge difference in the quality of the main story line so I do not understand those complaints fully. I love how they made the gunplay better and I do still like VATS is very helpful. It just depends on your play style. The graphics I feel are great I think some people think The Witcher 3 looks better because of the setting the world takes place in. The Witcher 3 from what I have played thus far is a great game it just didn't suck me into the game like Fallout 4 did. I love Diamond City Radio and the music and the setting of the game. The new settlements and other gameplay mechanics are good in my opinion. I would say job well done Bethesda!… Expand
  64. GesherX3
    Jan 31, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. muy bueno. la gente que califica bajo quiere lo mismo toda la vida, para eso estan los cod. me parece buen argumento, tiene buena trama, el mundo abierto es genial, distintos modos de juego muy interesantes.… Expand
  65. Kvk
    Feb 3, 2016
    9
    El mejor Fallout de la saga. Gráficamente no es lo mejor de PS4 ni Xbox One, pero tienes horas y horas de diversión, tanto la historia principal como en las secundarias. Juegazo, muy recomendado
  66. al1en
    Feb 12, 2016
    9
    the shooter gameplay, atmosphere and depth of this game is just incredible, it sucks you in and doesnt let go for a while.

    what i didnt like is that when the Story is finished there is still a lot to explore but no really new stuff, same old Monsters and enemies. the constant Need for crafting materials and Fusion cores to keep your power armor running is also a Major pain in the ass    the shooter gameplay, atmosphere and depth of this game is just incredible, it sucks you in and doesnt let go for a while.

    what i didnt like is that when the Story is finished there is still a lot to explore but no really new stuff, same old Monsters and enemies.

    the constant Need for crafting materials and Fusion cores to keep your power armor running is also a Major pain in the ass and finally made me stop playing the game    … Expand
  67. QuincydaVinci
    Mar 15, 2016
    9
    This was the first Fallout Game I have ever played and its very fun to travel and adventure in this game. I will definitely support Bethesda and there games from here on out.
  68. Connor96
    Mar 19, 2016
    10
    Its amazing better than i thought better than i could imagine much better than the previous games so much to do in the game and i love the story in it they should make a movie.
  69. Kurgaan
    Mar 19, 2016
    8
    Very disappointing initially but if you can ignore the settlement building and concentrate on the rest of the game it grows on you. It's a great open world but something seems to be missing...
  70. 20RickGrimes
    Mar 26, 2016
    9
    Everyone giving this game less than a 4 is just looking for something to cry about. Re-vamping the skills and leveling system was an attempt at something new. The new power armor mechanic; an attempt at something new as well. Everyone **** about outdated graphics doesn't appreciate the massive world they created, wherein thousands of items can be looted from all over the game. Fallout 4 isEveryone giving this game less than a 4 is just looking for something to cry about. Re-vamping the skills and leveling system was an attempt at something new. The new power armor mechanic; an attempt at something new as well. Everyone **** about outdated graphics doesn't appreciate the massive world they created, wherein thousands of items can be looted from all over the game. Fallout 4 is far more massive and has way more stuff to do (some of it admittedly less interesting) than games like the Witcher 3. That's a trade off and they people have different tastes and interests. I personally found settlement building to be an absolutely wonderful addition to the game. The new dialogue wheel WAS a mistake in my opinion, but there are still some classic Fallout responses to be found in-game. I have beaten this game 3 times and earned the platinum in this sucker (my first and only) while only encountering 2 bugs that forced me to restart my ps4. In comparison to FO3 and New Vegas, each of which I put in 500+ hours, costing me many hours of time from hard resets and the such. But Fallout is worth the frustration in my opinion. 4 is no different, it's an absolute blast… Expand
  71. mentalmannie
    Apr 13, 2016
    9
    This game blew me away! Ive spent so many hours on it, its unreal. There is nothing about this game that has disappointed me yet. I love the story (although maybe it could do with a little bit more exciting ending) and the side quests were entertaining. I can't get my head around how some people didn't enjoy this game (but then i guess its not for everybody). My only negative note is thatThis game blew me away! Ive spent so many hours on it, its unreal. There is nothing about this game that has disappointed me yet. I love the story (although maybe it could do with a little bit more exciting ending) and the side quests were entertaining. I can't get my head around how some people didn't enjoy this game (but then i guess its not for everybody). My only negative note is that I've had a lot of problems with the game from extreme lag to my companions permanently disappearing... I've had to start a few new games because of some problems, just because they stop me from progressing in the story.… Expand
  72. TetsuoLW
    May 10, 2016
    9
    Great game! I like the way this game start with less talk then Fallout 3, this helps to keep me interested in the game at the beginning. You are about to build a great character, this game is hard for some hours, everything is new.. but at some time you turn yourself into a great and strong person (with heavy guns), and almost everything is possible in this vast world. It take a few hoursGreat game! I like the way this game start with less talk then Fallout 3, this helps to keep me interested in the game at the beginning. You are about to build a great character, this game is hard for some hours, everything is new.. but at some time you turn yourself into a great and strong person (with heavy guns), and almost everything is possible in this vast world. It take a few hours for the game to shine, but it's worth it. This is a really addict game. I usually have problem to finish long games, I only had 1 platina trophy in al my PS3 and PS4 history, until that one I obtain in Fallout 4 ;)… Expand
  73. Jonny5784
    May 12, 2016
    9
    I think fallout 4 is a great overall game would have liked to give it a 10 but if I'm honest I just can't here's why, don't get me wrong I love the game BUT the graphics are a bit dated the combat system feels a little dated the story/ story's are a bit a average and as we all no it is a little glitchy in places, the world is massive which is great but there's so much to do, but I feelI think fallout 4 is a great overall game would have liked to give it a 10 but if I'm honest I just can't here's why, don't get me wrong I love the game BUT the graphics are a bit dated the combat system feels a little dated the story/ story's are a bit a average and as we all no it is a little glitchy in places, the world is massive which is great but there's so much to do, but I feel constantly side tracked by it and a lot of it feels like filler,so conclusion is great game with lots of minor problems, but a must play in my book… Expand
  74. Rundusol
    Nov 10, 2015
    8
    Well here we are, Fallout 4 is finally out to the masses and we've all no doubt spent countless hours creating our character, exploring the world, looking for junk in every single dilapidated building and cupboard, drawer, dead body etc....

    So let me start this by saying I have played all of FO3 and FONV as well as Skyrim and many other RPG's both new and old. I've also spent roughly 10    Well here we are, Fallout 4 is finally out to the masses and we've all no doubt spent countless hours creating our character, exploring the world, looking for junk in every single dilapidated building and cupboard, drawer, dead body etc....

    So let me start this by saying I have played all of FO3 and FONV as well as Skyrim and many other RPG's both new and old. I've also spent roughly 10 hours in FO4 so far, which is by no means a long time. Especially considering my first 2 hours were spent with the character creation screen and then looting everything in sight upon leaving the vault.

    It feels very "familiar". It feels like a prettier version of previous Fallout games, this might be bad to some and good to others. For me it is OKAY. I am not fussed either way, but it does feel a little bit stale to be completely honest.

    From a technical perspective the game clearly looks like a last gen re-fresh, don't get me wrong - it can be rather beautiful at times and the game world is lovely fleshed out with detail, but the closer you look the more rubbish you see at times. Some characters are beautifully rendered and animated, then others look like their face is melting and a blind person wrote their animation codes with lip sync and facial animation looking rather horrific. Technically it is not ground breaking nor wonderful, but it is perfectly serviceable and should be a good baseline for future bethesda games.

    I will say however that it suffers from catastrophic FPS drops on the PS4, in the first section as you're walking around the vault I experienced somewhere in the region of 15-20fps just by stepping in and out of the chryo-chambers. Then at other times it would just stutter for a second and completely jar you out of the world. Fortunately I have not experienced any crashes or game breaking problems (YET).

    On the gameplay and story front, I guess the best I can say is that it feels like every other FO game I have played. Which again to some is good and others will be bad. The customisation options and ability to create/have your own bases to build is great and will appeal to the people out there who love this kind of thing. The storyline and side quests all feel very familiar again, I won't spoil anything for obvious reasons, but it doesn't feel as impactful as the Witcher 3 or even GTA5 to certain extents.

    Overall FO4 is a good game, it is not without its flaws and it will appeal to a lot of people. But I cannot help but feel that is is somewhat tarnished by the big bethesda name, in that, most people can see them doing no wrong / the hype surrounding FO4.

    I used the word familiar a lot in describing FO4. That is pretty much what I can say about it in a nutshell. It is a familiar game set in a familiar world with a familiar storyline and familiar way of progressing through the world. To me that is OKAY, to others it will be and is cause for annoyance and to some it will be amazing.    … Expand
  75. GamerJones
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    5-hours in (after the initial startup, face editing and prologue gameplay) and i absolutely love it. There has been a lot of hype about this game, and as the window closed in on the release, the skeptics grew in size. However, this game, at least for me, lives up to all of its hype. Bethesda RPG's have never been known for deep dialogue and gripping storytelling as much as they are the5-hours in (after the initial startup, face editing and prologue gameplay) and i absolutely love it. There has been a lot of hype about this game, and as the window closed in on the release, the skeptics grew in size. However, this game, at least for me, lives up to all of its hype. Bethesda RPG's have never been known for deep dialogue and gripping storytelling as much as they are the absolute kings of open world exploration games, and no one else can make the player feel as free to do what ever, as they do. Sure the graphics arent the best in the business compared to other games and RPGS of this generation (Witcher 3, Far Cry 4 etc.) but its still god damn beautiful in its own way, and it plays oh so smoothly. Sure there are bugs, but there has been in any game taking on this caliber of content size! If you loved Fallout 3 and SKyrim, then just buy this game right now! You wont be dissapointed!… Expand
  76. OriginalName1
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Graphics don't make a game. The open world feels amazing and the story, for how far I have gotten, seems really good. While all the negative reviews are right that the game didn't live up to they hype train, we were all ready to call Fallout 4 the best thing ever made, and nothing can live up to that hype. If you want an open world RPG you willOne of the best games I have ever played. Graphics don't make a game. The open world feels amazing and the story, for how far I have gotten, seems really good. While all the negative reviews are right that the game didn't live up to they hype train, we were all ready to call Fallout 4 the best thing ever made, and nothing can live up to that hype. If you want an open world RPG you will love this game.… Expand
  77. Cberry96
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Flat out... Fallout 4 is a great Bethesda game. DO NOT trust these user reviews! The game's graphics aren't

    even close to bad. All of the hype over Fallout' 4's "poor graphics" is **** Besides, this game doesn't need incredible graphics, to make it an incredible game... Anyhow, The storyline is SOLID. The combat is fantastically fun. The depth of player freedom is unrivaled, by    Flat out... Fallout 4 is a great Bethesda game. DO NOT trust these user reviews! The game's graphics aren't

    even close to bad. All of the hype over Fallout' 4's "poor graphics" is **** Besides, this game doesn't

    need incredible graphics, to make it an incredible game... Anyhow, The storyline is SOLID. The combat is

    fantastically fun. The depth of player freedom is unrivaled, by all of Bethesda's predecessors. And it's all

    wrapped up in one massive, beautifully radioactive world, for you to explore! BOTTOM LINE, If you love

    Bethesda's games or open-world RPGs in general, Then you will undoubtedly love this game!    … Expand
  78. mewbomb
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    When playing this game, I think a lot of people actually will enjoy playing if they allow themselves, but whether they want the game to succeed or crash and burn will really decide how they feel about it. Bethesda didn't add much aside from making the gameplay much better for a shooter rpg and adding an incredibly robust system to build in game structures and modify your weapons and armorWhen playing this game, I think a lot of people actually will enjoy playing if they allow themselves, but whether they want the game to succeed or crash and burn will really decide how they feel about it. Bethesda didn't add much aside from making the gameplay much better for a shooter rpg and adding an incredibly robust system to build in game structures and modify your weapons and armor beyond anything we see in even the average rpg. The story was about as sound as any previous Bethesda game in the last decade, and their changes to dialogue didn't seem to make it worse for wear. There are some places where their graphics team should have done better and I can't really excuse bugs when they happen (though I have yet to see them, there are others who have reviewed and seen them).… Expand
  79. eeanmuir
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    I have 2 hours thus far. I had to peel my ass off the couch to go to bed to get up early for work.

    Super excited to further explore - everything I had hoped for thus far.
  80. tanki2
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Why are there so many blatantly obvious troll ratings and just generally stupid reviews?

    If you're looking for pretty graphics or a good story, go play the witcher 3. But if you want good gameplay and decent writing, play this. Have you ever noticed how the best witcher 3 reviews never mention the gameplay or obvious flaws about it? Cause it's pure ****
  81. airaani
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loving this game! The customization of weapons and armor is mindblowing. I find myself tempted to play through again when I'm done, just to try some different S.P.E.C.I.A.L. combinations and different fighting styles.
    My settlement is up and running, with electricity, water, food, a manned guard tower, and automated turrets. The base-building is really unparalleled.    … Expand
  82. WillakaDirk
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    man this game is not a 1 2 3 4 5 or a 6 ..maybe a 7 to the toughest critic...but to me its not there best after 20 hours in. i still think its a worthy game and a must play to all falloutfans and any person who enjoys rpg-post apocalyptic- or openworlds..
    However on the flip side its not as great as witcher 3 maybe a tad better than mgs5 because of the cutout content in mgs5 its not a 10    man this game is not a 1 2 3 4 5 or a 6 ..maybe a 7 to the toughest critic...but to me its not there best after 20 hours in. i still think its a worthy game and a must play to all falloutfans and any person who enjoys rpg-post apocalyptic- or openworlds..
    However on the flip side its not as great as witcher 3 maybe a tad better than mgs5 because of the cutout content in mgs5 its not a 10 either im a die hard fan to both w3 mgs5 and fallout.    … Expand
  83. Bartisan
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Only five hours in and I know this is going to occupy a lot of my time. The new crafting system adds a great level of gameplay in an already massive world. I am annoyed by the graphic complaints, because a great game is more that just shiny objects (and hey, it's the apocalypse. Most everything is rusted). Yes, it feels a bit like Fallout 3 visually, but the depth of story and interaction options well surpass any meager shifts in visuals. And honestly, plying the grimy outskirts of post-nuclear rebuilt Boston SHOULD feel grim.

    As role-playing games go, this will probably be the one folks are talking about for quite some time. Bravo, Bethesda. You've done it again.    … Expand
  84. TWDDUDE
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    This game is awesome, it has some fps flaws and few bugs (that's all I have encountered) but the game itself is **** perfect, fun story, great atmosphere, good character creator and **** load of stuff to do.

    C'mon people this game deserves more than 6.5 user score
  85. schnide
    Apr 12, 2016
    9
    Stunning in almost every respect. Not because any one aspect is hugely polished to the point of perfection, because it isn't. What's incredible about this game is the scale both in terms of the world and everything that happens in it. No game I've ever played hangs together quite like this, and say this as a fan of Fallout 3. Sure, the dialogue system is smoke-and-mirrors that fallsStunning in almost every respect. Not because any one aspect is hugely polished to the point of perfection, because it isn't. What's incredible about this game is the scale both in terms of the world and everything that happens in it. No game I've ever played hangs together quite like this, and say this as a fan of Fallout 3. Sure, the dialogue system is smoke-and-mirrors that falls short of the meaningful impact your chosen words had in the previous game. Yes, the loading times between indoor and outdoor sections are hugely annoying and break the immersion just a little. But otherwise, oh, that immersion - I've been voluntarily trapped in the wastelands for several months now, following every breadcrumb that leads me to a new location or mission, crafting new settlements and making sure all their inhabitants are happy, getting the platinum achievement by finishing all three storylines, wondering which of the three factions I really would have followed in real life.. Fallout 4 is a game like no other which, with better dialogue trees and no loading times, could possibly be my favourite game ever. As long as Bethesda improve on what they have to polish it up and make it even deeper, and don't just make more of the same for the inevitable Fallout 5, then I will continue to be a fan of the Fallout franchise for many years to come. Thank you, Bethesda, for a game whose length justifies the price tag many, many times over.… Expand
  86. wardevil28
    Nov 30, 2015
    9
    I hear some good and bad stuff about this mostly the bugs but most game are going t have them accept it deal with it and move on, also its never going back to the turn based over from fallout 2 days this is the new vision of the company if you want the old fallout go buy wasteland and stop whining. Gameplay depends on you build really if you want to be good with pistols, rifles or melee itI hear some good and bad stuff about this mostly the bugs but most game are going t have them accept it deal with it and move on, also its never going back to the turn based over from fallout 2 days this is the new vision of the company if you want the old fallout go buy wasteland and stop whining. Gameplay depends on you build really if you want to be good with pistols, rifles or melee it will take some effort, i enjoy exploring the wasteland and occasionally finding a booby trapped room to navigate, you can go with a charming hero that can disarm most situations with a threat or a bribe but in reality you will have to use brute force at somepoint learn to accept that like in reality some people just need to get shot in the face before they can be reasoned with. The settlement thing is a bit of a time sink need to have a decent amount of scrap and copper for wires and auto turrets if I could fortify an encampment to the point raiders wont even try to attack I might actually spend the time building stuff. i wish they had mounts for a quicker means of travel and level progression you cant undo your choices so choose wise. like any other shooter the story is so-so for me its all about being a wasteland badass.… Expand
  87. hokido
    Mar 15, 2016
    8
    Bethesda have improved on what they accomplished with Fallout 3 and the addition of the settlement builder and finally a use for all of those countless items you pick up for no reason are two great additions to Fallout. the former does however still need a bit of work can be a bit awkward at times and as usual there are some bugs it is a Bethesda game after all bug wise though not as badBethesda have improved on what they accomplished with Fallout 3 and the addition of the settlement builder and finally a use for all of those countless items you pick up for no reason are two great additions to Fallout. the former does however still need a bit of work can be a bit awkward at times and as usual there are some bugs it is a Bethesda game after all bug wise though not as bad as Fallout 3.… Expand
  88. Snake_Plisken
    Mar 19, 2016
    9
    Love this game. Great story, interesting progression, fantastic graphics. The building of the huts seemed unnecessary. Also, I would have like to have a "what did i miss" list. Cant wait for the DLCs
  89. gNarNar
    Nov 18, 2015
    8
    Here's a REAL review of the game. To start off i own all the fallouts ive played and beat 1,2,3 and new vegas and loved them all for the lore and addictive nature of all of them and i love fallout4. Simply because it still has all the lore and addictive formula.
    The game isnt as bad as people make it out to be and it confuses me a bit because fallout3 was a lot more "barebones" FPS than    Here's a REAL review of the game. To start off i own all the fallouts ive played and beat 1,2,3 and new vegas and loved them all for the lore and addictive nature of all of them and i love fallout4. Simply because it still has all the lore and addictive formula.
    The game isnt as bad as people make it out to be and it confuses me a bit because fallout3 was a lot more "barebones" FPS than this game. I am down right BAFFLED that people who only ever played fallout3 are saying this game doesnt meet their standards as fallout3 is still the weakest in the series while still being a solid game.

    Also those people who are saying it "doesnt take elements from new vegas" when it in fact takes a lot of combat and gameplay mechanic elements from it that operate in the background.

    Also on account of people saying "the characters are horribly written" i strongly disagree, The character Nick is by far the best character bethesda has written IN YEARS.

    Fallout 3 was literally barebones, fallout new vegas added on to that experience and made it better.
    Fallout 4 isnt a direct upgrade from fallout new vegas but rather a branching path that meets somewhere in the middle. This is a great game with long play time and plenty to do. the 0/10s are trolls who bought into hype culture.

    game ranking is F1,F2,FNV,F4 and F3 in last.    … Expand
  90. The6ovnar
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is an interesting phenomenon. It recaptures so much of the greatness of Fallout 3 but there lies the issue. Fallout 3 released in 2008 a good 7 years ago and what defines a great game has changed a lot since then.

    I am about 8 hours into the game right now and don’t plan on quitting. It has its hooks in me and I am truly enjoying it but that doesn’t mean there aren’t    Fallout 4 is an interesting phenomenon. It recaptures so much of the greatness of Fallout 3 but there lies the issue. Fallout 3 released in 2008 a good 7 years ago and what defines a great game has changed a lot since then.

    I am about 8 hours into the game right now and don’t plan on quitting. It has its hooks in me and I am truly enjoying it but that doesn’t mean there aren’t complaints. As many folks have already stated the graphics are below par, the story is pretty hit or miss, and there are some serious technical bugs. But as a fallout diehard that just makes the game seem more like Fallout. Bethesda never focuses on cutting edge graphics. Instead, it uses resources elsewhere creating amazing environments and worlds that are immersive. The stories have always been hit or miss as well. Fallout veterans will recall Liberty Prime and how ridiculous and incoherent a plot that was but somehow you still look back at it with fondness. The technical errors cannot be as easily excused, but that doesn’t warrant a 0 score.

    The crafting system in this game is immense and I have already spent a lot of time building out two settlements and scavenging for fusion cores to power my awesome power armor. In fact I have barely touched the “Story” instead immersing myself in the world and exploring. That’s how you play a Fallout game. If you’re looking for a linear by the book experience then this won’t be the game for you. If you’re looking for state of the art mechanics or graphics this won’t be the game for you. If you are looking for an immersive experience that drags you kicking and screaming into a chaotic and ruthless world then this IS the game for you. That is why I love Fallout and why I find myself spending hours upon hours inside its world despite glaring issues that have lasted for years.    … Expand
  91. kalimayakitty
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Do not believe the zero score naysayers, this game is awesome. Judging by their reviews, it is quite apparent some that gave a zero or extremely low score don't even own the game and have not played it. I guess some people will always act like children and get thrills out of lies and negativity.

    That said, I have played the game on ps4 since midnight... no crashes nor major glitches.    Do not believe the zero score naysayers, this game is awesome. Judging by their reviews, it is quite apparent some that gave a zero or extremely low score don't even own the game and have not played it. I guess some people will always act like children and get thrills out of lies and negativity.

    That said, I have played the game on ps4 since midnight... no crashes nor major glitches. The world is huge and wondrous, full of intriguing areas to explore. The combat is improved, smooth and a lot of fun. Those who keep comparing FO4 to Witcher 3 seem off base. I put a tremendous amount of time into W3 and, while that game is beautiful, cinematic, great story and great fun to play, the character movement is wonky and the combat is too loose, imprecise and clunky... love that game but just sayin'...

    Highly recommend FO4, there is indeed BANG for your bucks. While not absolutely perfect, it is close enough to warrant a 9.5 score. I'm scoring it a 10 to mitigate the loser lying trolls. Happy gaming!    … Expand
  92. Yoloswagger328
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    This is literally the best game ever made, it will change your life. Perfect graphics perfekt gameplay everything we could ask for... the long wait was definetaly worth it!!
  93. Ryebread06
    Nov 30, 2015
    9
    This was my first Fallout game, and I didn't really know what to expect. After all the hype and recommendations from friends, I gave in and bought it and I am extremely glad that I did. The graphics aren't stunning, and I've had more than a few frame rate drops and glitches, but overall this is one of the most enjoyable, fun, and intriguing games I have ever played. The characters areThis was my first Fallout game, and I didn't really know what to expect. After all the hype and recommendations from friends, I gave in and bought it and I am extremely glad that I did. The graphics aren't stunning, and I've had more than a few frame rate drops and glitches, but overall this is one of the most enjoyable, fun, and intriguing games I have ever played. The characters are interesting, the gameplay is great, and the missions are fun. Bethesda has made it so that you can do missions how you want them, when you want them. You decide how you want your character to play and act, whether it be stealthy, melee only, or run and gun. This game is nonlinear in the most beautiful of ways, giving the player complete control. Each environment is a treat to explore and the player is rewarded heavily for searching every nook and cranny of buildings and areas. Items are scattered about the wasteland, and each has the potential to be useful. With the new building and crafting system, Bethesda has made it so that any single piece of gear, armor, or junk can be broken down into materials that can be used to upgrade guns and armor, or build various items for settlements. Nothing is put to waste. Overall, if you are a fan of exploration story, and adventure, and can give a pass to some bug issues and meh graphics, then Fallout 4 is a great game for you.… Expand
  94. kevwallace365
    Jan 17, 2016
    8
    As a long time fan of Bethesda games, and a veteran Fallout player, this is a long anticipated game, and a worth member of the club.

    While not perfect Fallout 4 is a gripping, sometime stunning and profoundly enjoyable game. It's story (like Fallout 3's and Fallout new Vegas's, and Skyrim's) is lacking in tension due to the player's ability to choose NOT to do the main quest. It is hard    As a long time fan of Bethesda games, and a veteran Fallout player, this is a long anticipated game, and a worth member of the club.

    While not perfect Fallout 4 is a gripping, sometime stunning and profoundly enjoyable game. It's story (like Fallout 3's and Fallout new Vegas's, and Skyrim's) is lacking in tension due to the player's ability to choose NOT to do the main quest. It is hard to be fair to the game if one attacks it due to its story. Like all Bethesda RPGs the story is teh way in, the player ultimately chooses their own way through the story.

    That said in comparison to Skyrim, Fallout 4 lacks something else in this respect. The programmers have been too faithful to the post-apocalyptic setting. So much so that it is hard to feel "at home in" in the same way that one can in Skyrim.

    The games graphics are a mixed bag. The scenery is breathtaking, the monsters are horrifying, the armours are excellent (the armor system itself is worthy of a note of its own, see below), but the character's and NPCs' face models and textures are ghastly. Given that the Skyrim modding community has had to fix this and has achieved amazing results I have no doubt the Fallout modders will do the same soon enough. But that said why do they need to? Why is Bethesda choosing to make such poor quality face models?

    The game system engine has been upgraded and the changes are great. The new armour system is ingenious and weapon modding is good fun. Settlement building is in my opinion however tedious but YMMV. Playing on the PS4 the graphics are solid, the frame-rate is fairly steady (similar to the Witcher 3, there some fps drops occasionally but not often) and the controls are fairly intuitive. The only serious user interface issue I encounter is its sorting of some important quest items (especially holotapes) into a catchall "MISC" menu where they are inevitably lost. This was a crazy decision by the developers and needs to be fixed.

    The lost of points in this review are less about the game itself however than the lack of imagination on Bethesda's part. If you've played Oblivion and Skyrim, Fallout 3 and Fallout New Vegas you will find this game repeating the same type of quests (fetch item, clear area, rescue loved one, pick a side) played out with little narrative depth, and little variation from the 2006 formula (or 2002 formula if you've played Morrowind).

    Unfortunately I can't see myself sinking over a thousand hours into Fallout 4. Like it's sibling titles, Fallout 3 and Fallout New Vegas once finished I wont go back to the wasteland. The success of Skyrim over 4 years ago still over shadows Fallout and the impact of games like Witcher 3 and Metal Gear Solid V on the open world oeuvre has left Bethesda's tried and trusted formula looking a little old and tired, if no less engaging.    … Expand
  95. Destroyer67
    Apr 11, 2016
    9
    Before I get into the review, let me just add for you to ignore some of the negative reviews. Most of them don’t have any good reason as to why they are rating Fallout 4 a ‘0’ they simple say “Go play the Witcher 3”. Someone gave it a ‘2’ because they sucked at the game. Now I’m not saying Fallout 4 is the most perfect game ever created and it shouldn’t be rated down, but all of theBefore I get into the review, let me just add for you to ignore some of the negative reviews. Most of them don’t have any good reason as to why they are rating Fallout 4 a ‘0’ they simple say “Go play the Witcher 3”. Someone gave it a ‘2’ because they sucked at the game. Now I’m not saying Fallout 4 is the most perfect game ever created and it shouldn’t be rated down, but all of the negative reviews I have read are the most absurd reviews and ratings.

    Now, onto my review.
    Fallout 4 isn’t one of those games you pick up thinking “I’ll just play 30 minutes or so”, you will most definitely be playing more than that. Fallout 4 brings in heaps of new features that I, personally, welcomed in with open arms. Bethesda did a great job in all aspects of the game, however it is missing a little depth with the story line.

    The Quests,
    The story was mediocre, it did draw me in and I did enjoy it after completing it, however it did leave me feeling like there should have been more. I have completed all endings and the Brotherhood quest line was undoubtedly the best one out of the lot. I do feel as if the story could have had more detail and depth but where it lacked in the story I do feel as if it shined in the side missions and the little unmarked nicks and knacks that I won’t spoil for those who have yet to find them.

    The Combat,
    The Combat is a major step up from that of Fallout 3 and New Vegas. The combat in this feels tense and fluid all whilst being quite difficult at the same time. I play on very hard and at first it was very hard but now the level I am at I feel like I am so strong that It doesn’t matter what is shooting or running towards me, I feel immortal due to my armor, weapons and perks. I’m nothing but a bullet sponge. That is why the addition of the updated Survival mode will be tremendous.

    The Workshop mode,
    This is a dream come true. Ever since I picked up Fallout I always thought it would be amazing if I could build my own town with junk and scraps I find and finally, Bethesda delivered. When I first watched their E3 conference and they revealed to everyone the Workshop mode, I jumped up in excitement. But then I starting thinking that they’d only be three locations to build in. Then I jumped into the world of the Commonwealth and I discovered just how many locations there were to build I was filled with excitement and determination to make every location awe-inspiring. I started my mega-structure settlement at Kingspot lighthouse, built from the bottom of the light house to the top, what a sense of achievement I got from completing that. Now I am currently building a town and market place on Spectacle Island. There are however, a few problems with the Workshop mode. Firstly, you can’t place everything Bethesda has in the game that they use to decorate areas and interiors of buildings. Secondly, what is with the snapping and placement of objects sometimes? It really confuses me as to why I cannot place a filing cabinet against the wall. Lastly, the Junk fences, why do they not snap into place? I’ve had to resort to the rug glitch which I should not have to do.

    The Bugs
    I am not sure what everyone is saying about “All these bugs make the game unplayable”, because I am not lying when I say this, but I have only encountered two bugs. The first bug I encountered was I was trading with the merchants in Diamond City, when suddenly my Pip-Boy disappeared and I only could see my arm, to fix it I simply pulled my gun out then holstered it and it was fine. The second bug I encounter (still happens sometimes) is when a car or a mini-nuke explodes the texture for the mushroom cloud is still in pixels but quickly fixes itself once I look at it for a second.

    The New Dialog System
    I seem to be one of the few that actually likes the dialog system, I enjoyed sitting back and watching the conversations unravel. Not going to lie, I do prefer that of previous Fallouts, but I do think this new feature is really well done. Both performances from Courtenay Taylor and Brian T. Delaney are awesome and deserve a lot of praise.

    Fallout 4 welcomed so many new and great features to its game play and story. Although lacking in depth I did find the story to still be interesting. With the new gun-play and workshop content I truly believe Fallout 4 deserves the rating 9/10.    … Expand
  96. wgillis
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    This game is great despite others complaints. Yes, they removed some things like hardcore mode but they added a ton of other stuff. To me it is more of the same great stuff I remember from FO3.
  97. Terros15
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Graphics: Can use work but Its not a game changer
    Controls: need work for the pc
    Gun Play: better than other fallout games
    Story: Better than fallout 3

    It just feels like a fallout game if you know what i mean sure the graphics arent good but the feel just feels great
  98. bonniebanks
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Cant understand the poor reviews? If you loved FO3 then this is for you. Think if FO3 was on a 14" black&white TV then FO4 is a HD plasma. Excellent graphics, good story (so far) VATS improved.
  99. mrgruberisight
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Game is great and looks fantastic (stop hatin homies) and runs real darn well. So much quests and stuff to do lol, GOTY, withcer, batmans and mgs aint got nuthinh on this homie no what im saying. Anyway I'll write a better review tommorow when I go and buy the game and play it. smh
  100. MikeMenkes
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    I'm not understanding the haters. They whine about outdated graphics and bugs as if they've never encountered these things before. This is a Fallout game. Explore the wasteland. Kill mutated enemies. Meet characters. Its very very familiar because its a Fallout game. I've had 2 minor bugs (a bird flew on the ground was one), the game play is more fluid than Fallout 3, and I feel II'm not understanding the haters. They whine about outdated graphics and bugs as if they've never encountered these things before. This is a Fallout game. Explore the wasteland. Kill mutated enemies. Meet characters. Its very very familiar because its a Fallout game. I've had 2 minor bugs (a bird flew on the ground was one), the game play is more fluid than Fallout 3, and I feel I am in the Wasteland. I'd rather have had an Obsidian written Fallout, but that's why its not a 10. its a tad bland.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 58
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  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Dec 16, 2015
    80
    A strong return for the franchise, boasting incredible customisation, a fascinating world and brutal yet brainy shooting, slightly tarnished by lacklustre AI and tedious inventory management. [Christmas 2015, p.88]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Dec 15, 2015
    90
    Feral Ghoul ugly in many ways, but beneath its iffy exterior beats the heart of one helluva great RPG. Get past the graphics deficiency, and the sheer thrill of Fallout 4’s combat, crafting options, and exploring will hold your attention for months. [January 2015, p64]
  3. GameOver.gr
    Dec 11, 2015
    70
    Fallout 4 leans to the Shooting side of things. It strips down the gameplay from the actual RPG elements and offers a meta-nuclaer shooting gallery which of course keep its charm and gameplay wealth but also feels a little too friendly for the new comers. The Base builder mode is unnecessary, boring and irritating. Unfortunately, overall, there are no steps forward for this Nuclear Holocaust Behemoth of the video games industry. Only steps sideways.
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