Fallout 4

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  1. 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.
  2. SenatorCrabHat
    Nov 24, 2015
    9
    I have no idea how people are rating this game so poorly. That is not to say I didn't have a few disappointments, but just because something is different it doesn't make it bad. If you wanted Fallout 3 or New Vegas, you can go back and play those. If you want a RPG like the Witcher 3, go play NG+ on it. For me, Fallout 4 seems like a fresh start and new approach to what Fallout games willI have no idea how people are rating this game so poorly. That is not to say I didn't have a few disappointments, but just because something is different it doesn't make it bad. If you wanted Fallout 3 or New Vegas, you can go back and play those. If you want a RPG like the Witcher 3, go play NG+ on it. For me, Fallout 4 seems like a fresh start and new approach to what Fallout games will be like on the new generation of systems.

    The Good:
    Crafting: Customizing weapons, armor, buildings, and battle armor add a layer to the game that is exciting. Instead of hoping you come across an overpowered plasma rifle mid game, you can now build your own damage dealing death machines. You want your armor to look different and distinguish you? Go make some new pieces. You would like to build your own wasteland paradise? Now you can. You bored of your old T60 power armor? Give it a paint job and some more powerful add-ons. +++

    Scavenging: Nothing was more disappointing then wasting a good amount of bobby pins on a lock in Fallout 3 and NV to get into a room with only Pre-War Money and Wonderglue. Now, because of the crafting system, I am stoked as hell to find cameras, duct tape, glue, and other pieces of junk. Scavenging now is important, and varies the loot to the point where you care about more than caps and ammo. +++

    Atmosphere: The Commonwealth is alive and busy. The landscape varies (opposed to the blasted deserts of F# and FNV. When you get to the large city, it feels alive and full (I was very disappointed with New Vegas when I got there). The changes in weather besides night and day add a wonderful feel. +++

    Contentious:
    Graphics: Yes, not the best. However, I don't mind them as much as many other folks. It is easy to forget how few loading screens there are when you are wandering around the commonwealth. A map that large is going to take up a chunk of the memory. I would rather have a larger open world then a smaller one with better graphics. ++/-

    Dialogue:
    Options are very limited, and often very simplistic, with truly only 3 choices to every interaction. I do not mind this as much as other folks because there is a richer amount of dialogue in general. The companions also make interesting comments as you wander the wastes, which is refreshing. +/-

    The Bad:
    Stat System: Truly the only part of the game in which I was disappointed. Your SPECIALS seem particularly useless unless used to get to higher level perks. You no longer have skills / skill points, which is an interesting twist. Navigating the perks for your build is difficult, and some seem necessary to truly enjoy the game to its full extent, while not seeming important otherwise. -

    Overall: It is a great game, it is fun, engaging, and different. People on Metacritic are comparing it to the Witcher 3, which is a total mistake. It is well known that the Witcher 3 set the bar for Next Gen games, but just because the Royals won the World Series doesn't mean the Mets are a **** team. Enjoy the game for what it is, temper your expectations of what you think it should be, and you may be surprised and just how enjoyable and exciting exploring the Commonwealth can be.    … Expand
  3. Wardawn
    Nov 24, 2015
    7
    I've already posted a few instagram photos of the bugs in this game be it traders stuck on roofs or my companion swimming while in a second story building. I think I've been fortunate in not experiencing the ground busting glitches some have experienced.

    I think its safe to call this game middle of the road in terms of what I expected in Fallout 4. I have praise for the crafting system    I've already posted a few instagram photos of the bugs in this game be it traders stuck on roofs or my companion swimming while in a second story building. I think I've been fortunate in not experiencing the ground busting glitches some have experienced.

    I think its safe to call this game middle of the road in terms of what I expected in Fallout 4. I have praise for the crafting system which can be very enjoyable at times or a complete pain in the butt. Almost everything is used for crafting which can be overwhelming at times. Trying to provide a supply of chemicals for bombs and food for cooking and material for your weapons can have your backpack filled in one zone if you take absolutely everything. Still it can be fun to fully mod the 10mm pistol or for me the .44 mag and go dirty Harry on everything.

    The settlement building and maintenance I found provided nothing for me. In my current playthrough I've only decided to build up Sanctuary and add random customization when bored. The others I care little about and defend them when the odd attack occurs or just leave them since I've found no consequences for my actions.

    Graphically I have to agree with many that it is no leap from Fallout 3 or Elder Scrolls to Fallout 4. Feels slightly more improved but character animation can be sluggish or just silly (insert Youtube vids on the matter) The most stunning visuals I found was the Glowing Sea which actually gave me the sense of post apocalyptic disaster. Long distant views the frame rate can drop and look depleted which takes away from the sense of exploration. On the other hand the mini nuke still looks very nice when going off.

    The voice acting I can find no fault with as with Fallout and Elder Scrolls it can be a pillar of the game when driving the story along. The characters so far have been well done some are what you expect in cliche and heck some are just a waste of script but when trying to populate Boston I expect things to get muddy.

    I think the story has been pretty good so far. I'm not going to give it an Oscar with any "I want my son back!" kind of plot but heck still not bad even if it tries to come off as Blade Runner (for me anyways). Consequences, tough choices I've yet to see anything that would test that. I can't start the game then start rampaging a village at least I don't think so (miss you Las Vegas). I'm not saying that is a deal breaker but the sense of hopelessness, the fight against "evil" I'm just not enticed like I expected. Some missions are repetitive, "get this for me" "great" "get another thing for me" or "Go kill all these bad guys" reminds me of WOW grinding

    I'm a sucker for exploring and I think just like Fallout 3 it does this very well. From the mayors bunker, food depots, rail yards, radar towers etc it can be a lot to dig through while picking up all the goodies inside. Combat can be sloppy, I haven't noticed any gun lag but I almost never use VATS and yet I recall it being a life saver in Fallout 3. Unless I'm trying to pick off a target with a bolt action that's closing in on me I never touch it.

    I give it a 7/10 because I like the voice acting I like most of the customization it has allowed me and though I dare to call this a next-gen game I think it adds some interesting features to the Fallout series but does not break the mold from what I expected.    … Expand
  4. 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
  5. FranktheTank12
    Nov 24, 2015
    6
    Debated hard about how to rate this game and settled with a 6. It has it moments dont get me wrong but somehow fall short of the expectations I had before purchasing the game.

    As somebody who loved both Fallout 3 and Fallout New Vegas I highly anticipated the release of this game(perhaps a little too much) and unfortunatly like most games ive purchased recently it seemed to do nothing    Debated hard about how to rate this game and settled with a 6. It has it moments dont get me wrong but somehow fall short of the expectations I had before purchasing the game.

    As somebody who loved both Fallout 3 and Fallout New Vegas I highly anticipated the release of this game(perhaps a little too much) and unfortunatly like most games ive purchased recently it seemed to do nothing more than leave me feeling disappointed.

    First off Ill start with the pros of the game. Its an entertaining game and will keep players going for hours on end. However the story line offers no immersion for the player often feeling very forced especially with the new voice options ( all four buttons offer options but often just yes and no answers, all resulting in the same future series of events). Previous games main stories seemed to keep players drawn to the game but this offers nothing more than "Wheres my Son" and some side missions almost as if Liam Neeson had to go off and raise the money before going to look for his daughter in taken.
    Side missions dont know have the same feel as they did in previous games. Both the Minutemen and the Brotherhood of steel follow the same pattern go here, talk to X, go and clear out where X asks you to, return to X, then return to who started the quest. Needless journey time between places and similar stories just leave the game feeling repetivive. This also leads to a situation where exploring the wasteland seems pointless and they areas you find come up on these missions with the same plots leaves it feeling boring unlike previous games which had so many different things going off if you took a walk (remember the Republic of Dave in fallout 3).

    Good but very average game, storyline and game play leave a lot to be desired, new features such as the settlement building feel more like time filler than interesting play. Would recommend not paying full price for this but wait for a cheaper second hand version.    … Expand
  6. Captiosus
    Nov 24, 2015
    7
    Probably my most anticipated game of the back half of the year, I'm sad to say I feel fairly disappointed now that I have literally completed everything in the game. Yes, everything short of the random encounters you can't control. Every side quest, every misc quest (yes, I got a list to see if I had done them all), and every trophy. Saw all endings, wasn't impressed by any of them. AndProbably my most anticipated game of the back half of the year, I'm sad to say I feel fairly disappointed now that I have literally completed everything in the game. Yes, everything short of the random encounters you can't control. Every side quest, every misc quest (yes, I got a list to see if I had done them all), and every trophy. Saw all endings, wasn't impressed by any of them. And this all took about 125 hours of total game time.

    125 hours is nothing to scoff at and it would be nice if many more single player games gave half as much but I came to the realization that a huge amount of that time was spent messing with settlements - and not really enjoying it. IMO, settlements aren't worth the time because the biggest benefits to maintaining settlements - access to scavaged goods, food, caps from traders, and traders themselves - is outweighed by the fact that the player must take all the requisite perks to make those things worthwhile. But taking those perks means you end up earning more by simply exploring, you never hurt for food or drink or ammo, and there are so many crafting stations throughout the Commonwealth that you don't really NEED a settlement to mod your armor, weapons, or craft chems or food. Settlements don't even provide a sense of community as the NPCs are mindless drones named "Settler" or some such and are awkward to assign to tasks. The entire process of building and maintaining a settlement is a frustrating experience and unless you're truly insane the Benevolent Leader achievement/trophy isn't worth the time. Realistically, settlements only exist to pad player gametime and force players to handicap themselves by carrying around loads of junk to tote to each workstation.

    The gameplay outside of the settlements is largely the same as Fallout 3 except the gunplay is a lot better... at least once you can stop relying on the god awful pipe weapons that you're practically forced to use early in the game. I won't complain that it's too much like FO3 because that's good enough for me but the world felt so very lifeless and non-threatening. Outside of the main city of Boston, you barely run into enemies. If you've leveled up just by exploring like many of us have done those enemies are completely trivial. Deathclaws were literally the only things I feared. Super Mutants, Mirelurk Queens.. meh, no problem. I still don't understand how they weighed stats, especially for conversations. With 10 charisma and the Gift of Gab perk and 3 stars in Lady Killer, I was still failing most of my charisma conversation rolls against women. And forget even trying with men. I couldn't make heads or tails of it.

    The story made an OK amount of sense but I couldn't help but feel they stole a page straight out of Mass Effect's playbook with the Institute. Not to mention the Institute's world view is ALMOST the same as the Brotherhood of Steel (only we can be trusted with technology/saving the world from itself/redefining humanity as we see fit, et cetera) so it didn't really feel like a threat. I honestly found myself missing the Enclave.

    I enjoyed my time with the game but ultimately I feel that Fallout 4 was mostly candy that didn't truly satiate my hunger for the Fallout franchise, for lack of a better metaphor. Unlike Elder Scrolls, which has a lot more replay value in having different classes, insane amounts of skills and trees, and so many different branching story arcs, I can't see a reason to play FO4 again until the DLC (and only if said DLC is of decent quality). I will say that I only had two crashes and two texture bugs (not including settlement building which is nothing BUT texture bugs) during my entire playtime which was quite the refreshing change following the insanity that was the Fallout 3 launch on PS3.    … Expand
  7. Creery
    Nov 24, 2015
    5
    So much potential but fails to deliver anything overly impressive. I was eagerly looking forward to this game but unfortunately it’s a disappointment. The game plays well besides a few bugs and there are ideas and elements that could have been brilliant. However, the graphics are average at best, the storyline isn’t very captivating, the voice acting is very poor and the mechanics ofSo much potential but fails to deliver anything overly impressive. I was eagerly looking forward to this game but unfortunately it’s a disappointment. The game plays well besides a few bugs and there are ideas and elements that could have been brilliant. However, the graphics are average at best, the storyline isn’t very captivating, the voice acting is very poor and the mechanics of building settlements is frustrating.… Expand
  8. PuckMan
    Nov 24, 2015
    4
    About 8 hours into my first character I go into someones shack and steal an empty cola bottle when no one is looking. Unknowing that everyone has psychic powers the entire town teleports through the door and guns me down. Following a load screen I respawn in the same place with everyone shooting me I die again. This repeats until eventually my PS4 crashes and I'm forced to start the gameAbout 8 hours into my first character I go into someones shack and steal an empty cola bottle when no one is looking. Unknowing that everyone has psychic powers the entire town teleports through the door and guns me down. Following a load screen I respawn in the same place with everyone shooting me I die again. This repeats until eventually my PS4 crashes and I'm forced to start the game from scratch. So far on my second character and much further into the game nothing game breaking has happened yet but I feel like I have to be very careful which is not a problem I should be having.

    So Fallout 4 is a buggy mess and I would have awarded a higher score if it hadn't been however, probably not that much higher as the game itself isn't really very good.

    The game has a very stupid and intrusive 'government took ma be-beh' storyline. The worst thing about this is every time you speak with an NPC your character insists on telling them something that you already know and don't care about for the entire game.

    Dialogue choices that don't matter is something that really annoys me about modern games and Fallout 4 does it all the time which is a massive problem for an RPG with so many of them.

    The game world is massive and exploring it is probably the most fun thing to do in the game. There are loads of missions and side quests but unfortunately everything you do feels like busy work. There is so much busy work in Fallout 4 I had to quit my job in real life just to figure out how base building works as there is no real tutorial or explanation for it in the game.

    The combat aspect is weak. Shooting is not satisfying. You don't really feel like your hitting anything unless you use VATS which is essential when the dumb enemy AI just runs at you and there's nothing you can do about it.

    Far too much inventory management, constantly having to drop items because I'm over my equip burden. Ultimately though it's all the load screens which really puts me off. Dying, fast travel, going into buildings. Every few seconds a load screen is there to break the immersion and illusion of the open world.

    Fallout 4 just looks and feels old, in it's bland missions, uninspired level design and creaky game engine. Some people may be able look past these flaws and throw themselves into all the busy work. I am not one of them.    … Expand
  9. Turbodowg
    Nov 24, 2015
    10
    Fallout 4 is IMO the best game on the PS4. I have not been this engaged since Bloodbourne. Fallout is addictive, so addictive it leads to 'I'll just look over here' moments, encouraging to 2 more hours of gameplay when you know you should be going to bed and getting up for work at 7am.

    The wasteland is rich and detailed with many interesting locations to discover as well as many    Fallout 4 is IMO the best game on the PS4. I have not been this engaged since Bloodbourne. Fallout is addictive, so addictive it leads to 'I'll just look over here' moments, encouraging to 2 more hours of gameplay when you know you should be going to bed and getting up for work at 7am.

    The wasteland is rich and detailed with many interesting locations to discover as well as many disturbing monsters, raiders and robots to fight. Gunplay has been improved and vats is no longer the primary way to dispatch of feral ghouls and Death Claws! Combat feels more comfortable and it is a lot easier to use weapons without the vats system. Thats not to say vats isn't necessary, because it is espesially if you want to play tactically and it really helps when facing hordes of beasts or much larger enemies.

    Story is interesting and the many side quests appeal. Fallout is a dark world and many quests give you a sense of wonder as you explore the wasteland further. I enjoyed the many interactions with the rich characters you meet.

    Graphically there have been improvements. Personally I love the graphics style and I'm happy that it feels familiar to Fallout 3. There have been some complaints about character models and texture pop in etc but it really didn't bother me because I was so invested in the world that I found the graphics to be fine.

    The soundtrack is again awesome carrying over many of the well known Fallout 3 songs and adding a few new ones, although I would have like to have seen another hour or two of new music added since you are going to put in 100's of hours.

    Another neat new addition is the build mode, you are tasked with building a town, giving it power, lights, beds, furnishings etc. It's a nice little add on that you can lose hours in.

    Overall I love Fallout 4. Because I am having so much fun with the game I'm barely noticing any issues with it, yes there's the odd glitch but nothing that has ruined gameplay or caused me to reload. I'm thoroughly enjoying it and highly recommend it to any fans of the previous games and new players too.    … Expand
  10. ITBullet
    Nov 24, 2015
    10
    Fallout 4 is awesome game that I have met for the last of several years. I like physics and environment of the game. All aspects is well balanced decpite small bugs. Thumb up Bethesda.
  11. grazr
    Nov 24, 2015
    6
    Graphics are not the end all be all of a game, there are plenty of games who's interactive narrative and game play more than make up for lacking aesthetics, but considering this game was essentially built on top of an existing engine you would think that freed up some development time to refine what they were making for it. This simply doesn't appear to be the case. In fact with theGraphics are not the end all be all of a game, there are plenty of games who's interactive narrative and game play more than make up for lacking aesthetics, but considering this game was essentially built on top of an existing engine you would think that freed up some development time to refine what they were making for it. This simply doesn't appear to be the case. In fact with the exception of the gun and character models and improvements to the shading you'd be forgiven for thinking anything had changed at all.

    The settlement building strikes me more as merely an after thought, it lacks both content and refinement. The snap-to-grid is often seemingly arbitrary and the complete lack of window pieces and single door frame is just bizarre given the scale of customisation hinted at during revealers. The impression of the builder at first is that it would function much like Rust's/ARK's builder that some gamers might be familiar with, but it simply does not have the same level of functionality. It can only be assumed that Bethesda included the basics and hoped that the modding community would pick up where they left off; which really smacks of laziness more than anything. Needless to say this feature is frustrating more than anything so it's saving grace is the fact that it is in fact optional.

    VATS has never quite been the same since it moved from Fallout's turn based combat in the first 2 titles, it never quite gelled with the real time combat of an FPS. The primary incentive to using it in FO3 was simply to avoid the even more insufferable real time combat. Now VATS has moved towards playing like some pseudo bullet time mechanic since rather than stopping time, it only slows it down and whilst some players have enjoyed the added urgency of it, it really only emphasised the mediocre animations and bizarre physics at play throughout. The saving grace in this case of course is the massive improvement to actual gun play that allowed me to near on completely ignore VATS altogether, though the other major reason for avoiding it was it rendering you immobile and thus vulnerable to explosives like bombs, grenades and kamikaze super mutants, serving more as a disadvantage than a boon. It was just a shame it felt like any investment into use of action points felt wasted as a result.

    One pro is the shear amount of content in general. There are a lot of experiences to be found and had through "The Commonwealth". The most obvious comparison here would be against Skyrim, a game by the same developers, on the same engine. Which recycled a lot more of its assets which vicariously worked wonders for performance/optimisation. But there-in lies some of the games [Fallout 4] fundamental problems, being more demanding on any particular systems hardware, particularly memory and data with no real apparent improvement in quality. One thing is for sure though, there are plenty game hours to be invested.

    Lastly, before a final anecdote, the UI is something of a nightmare. It's a pain in the arse to navigate, at least on a keyboard, it might seem more streamlined on a controller, but your hands are all over the place, moving your selection up and down and swapping out menu's, i'm still hitting the wrong navigational buttons 60 hours into the game.

    Anecdote regarding S.P.E.C.I.A.L: I'm not sure how this was balanced, it seemed like Charisma and Intelligence would play more of an important role in terms of survival. I almost exclusively play Strength/Endurance builds due to being generally self-sustaining and practical. I decided i should really change and go for something different and interesting. However even with 8/10 charisma by level 7 and +4 charisma from apparel and chem/beverage bonuses i still fail 9/10 charisma checks in dialogue; and when reloading to check for different results it still takes 5-6 attempts just to roll a positive result. Against yellow (easy/normal) checks, not even orange or red which are harder. Yellow dialogue options. I was hoping this would be more balanced than Skyrim wasn't.    … Expand
  12. Xtal_TV
    Nov 23, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I feel bad for all the hate Bethesda is getting. People need to realize something important:

    This game is much worse on consoles due to frame rate being capped at 30FPS and textures being compressed. Load times are also excruciating on console.

    This is not just Bethesda's fault, this is the fault of the people for buying a $350 console that is essentially a $700 strength branded gaming PC, and expecting $1400 gaming PC power. Maybe games like Battlefront were optimized for console better, but on PC with everything on Ultra, this game is everything I wanted it to be in terms of graphics.

    Although textures here and there could be twice as definitive, the natural light and shading and atmospheres created are 11/10.

    Character animations and what not, as with all Bethesda games, is their weak spot. But its completely tolerable.

    At first I thought I was going to be majorly disappointed in this game, for a few reasons:

    The intro, time in the vault, and first walk in the wasteland is extremely concentrated, fast, and simple.
    All 1-100 skill leveling from Fallout 3 has been condensed into a singular SPECIAL/Perk Chart. It feels bottle necked and simplified for extremely casual players, and this is not what Fallout 3 was.

    The first important NPC tells you to jump into power armor and allows you to control a settlement in like five minutes. The first Brotherhood of Steel guy you meet asks you to join. This is all cheesy in my eyes and I wanted drastic broad-stroke story before I received Power Armor and General status.

    In 2015, all forms of entertainment feel required to pull the user in, FAST. I think this is a bi-product of that unfortunate concept.

    Fortunately enough though, after a few quests and with playing on the hardest difficulty, this game is the hardcore challenge I wanted. Quick-save exists for a reason, you can get your ass kicked. On the hardest difficulty, two swipes from a Yao Guai and you're dead. And that's with good armor.

    The settlement building is quite allowing, and you do not run into an anticlimactic Tony-Hawk style inventory cap. Mods and DLC will surely add tons of content to settlement building over the next two years, and even with the vanilla release content, you can accidentally spend hours building your bases.

    Weapon/Armor Modding feels just right. There's complexity for sure, but it's not revolting and easy to get into.

    The worst part of this game is the story. It started off so fast and I do not care about who was killed. The main character has no emotion, despite the fact that they give you to social option to be like "IM LOOKING FOR MY SON" all the time. People need to realize though, story isn't what made Fallout 3 either. It was all the systems throughout scavenging, traveling, character customization and combat challenges. THIS GAME STILL HAS ALL OF THAT.

    The thing that is most controversial to me is the map size. The map size is smaller than Skyrim/Fallout 3, BUT, in their defense it is quite dense. I think we should expect map size to double with all the DLC that eventually comes out.    … Expand
  13. Metagamer1
    Nov 23, 2015
    9
    The unusually large amount of negative reviews for this game is very disappointing. I will try to leave a full review here for those who actually want to read a good review instead of the mindless "Its the best ever!" or the "This game sucks ass!" reviews which seem far too common on this site. I purchased the game 5 days after the release date, so a fairly large patch was downloadedThe unusually large amount of negative reviews for this game is very disappointing. I will try to leave a full review here for those who actually want to read a good review instead of the mindless "Its the best ever!" or the "This game sucks ass!" reviews which seem far too common on this site. I purchased the game 5 days after the release date, so a fairly large patch was downloaded before I played. Be ready to wait before you play the game; the patch download took almost 50 minutes, but given the buggy nature of Bethesda, don't get greedy and start playing immediately, just be patient for the download. I have logged about 20 hours so far into the game.

    GRAPHICS: 8/10
    They are average, if on the weak side for games in 2015. Having said that, they are still quite solid and I don't really understand all the negativity about this issue. The frame rate is pretty smooth and I rarely have any slowdown when playing, even against large groups. And once you're actually playing, you will never look at a shot of the city in the distance and think, "Well that's okay, but with a better drawdistance and some greater sync visualization, the city would have looked way better." All you'll think is, "Damn that's pretty sweet looking." The graphics are good enough, certainly enough at least to make you focus on things in the game other than the graphics.
    Interiors of buildings are far improved over Fallout 3. Most importantly, there are vastly more tile-sets. Fallout 3 had sewer, office, subway, weird metal storage hallways, etc., but not much else. Here, there is a good variation of interiors so they don't just look all the same. And the color! This is the best improvement of all; there is actually a good amount of color to please the eyes in this game. For those who got very sick of the brown and greys of Fallout 3, expect a lot less of it here.
    Faces and NPC's are graphically okay, but can be a bit washed out at times. Character animations during dialogue sequences can be weak, but really who cares that much? People are being so whiny about this, but big f*king deal if a few lip-sync lines don't line up great. Does it matter? Is that why you play Fallout?

    STORY AND MISSIONS 8/10
    This is a mixed bag. The central story missions are by far the best and are actually really good. I have crossed a sort-of threshold in the game where things are starting to get very interesting. I really REALLY like the main missions; they are fun and are great at slowly expanding the curious nature of the events unfolding around the vault-dweller and his or her son. The side missions can be hit-or-miss. Overall, they're okay, but be ready for the majority of them to be the standard go-here, kill-these-guys, and retrieve some random thing missions. Now if you like that kind of stuff, including exploring the creepy locales as I do, it works out pretty well. As mentioned above, the vastly improved individualization of interiors does a lot to keep these locations fresh. Side missions based around the many factions that exist in the wasteland are somewhat better. Also, with so many factions, and some which seem so full of s*it, it makes it a tough decision who to be friends with. The Brotherhood of Steel makes their return, but they seem as ruthless and untrustworthy as ever.
    Dialogue sequences are sometimes frustrating as it is impossible to tell what your character will be saying. Your answer choices to a morally complex question may be yes, no, sarcastic, or I'm going to kill you now. Usually you'll end up just picking the "safe" response since you won't know how sarcastic or rude other answers could be. Some dialogues will include possible optional answers which will net you experience and better results, but expect these to fail nearly every time unless your charisma is pretty high. And honestly, who wants to pump tons of special points into charisma?

    INVENTORY 9/10
    The inventory management is great, if not a bit confusing at first. The customization of guns and armor is a HUGE plus over Fallout 3. Junk is now worth collecting since you can scrap things for parts. And even if those parts don't upgrade your guns, they can be used to build up your settlements. Settlement building is VERY confusing and comes with virtually zero assistance, so be prepared to fiddle with this for some time. By this point, there are enough websites out there that should help you get started if you're struggling, which you probably will. Once you get the hang of it though, it can be pretty fun. It may get dull if you're not willing to commit the time needed, but that's okay since settlement customization is completely optional. For some really crazy ideas, check out youtube to see what some people have created. It's some pretty cool stuff.
    Weight management is still a concern, but there are several perk levels which can increase you're carrying capacity to a solid level.

    GAMEPLAY AND GUNPLAY: 8/10
    Not great, but fresh and fun. Character limit up now. Bye bye    … Expand
  14. bryan101384
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    Fallout 4 is a massive success. I believe the negative reactions surrounding it's graphics have been greatly exaggerated. The lighting effects are great, the color that was completely absent in previous titles is now vibrant and plentiful while not taking away from the fact that you are in a wasteland. The world itself looks drastically different depending on the time or day andFallout 4 is a massive success. I believe the negative reactions surrounding it's graphics have been greatly exaggerated. The lighting effects are great, the color that was completely absent in previous titles is now vibrant and plentiful while not taking away from the fact that you are in a wasteland. The world itself looks drastically different depending on the time or day and weather, which in previous titles never changed. The gunplay has been improved upon to where if you run out of action points shooting doesn't feel wrong and is actually quite fun. The game world itself is jam packed with things to do around every corner, space has not been wasted here. The crafting system and addition of settlements is receiving less praise than it deserves. Thie entire world truely is a sandbox for you to mold and shape to you're liking, from the story to the actual physical environments. The voice acting is much improved and the fact that your character has a voice in my opinion adds to the level of immersion. Character models are very hit and miss some you can see a significant imrovement while others are just downright bad. The framerate studders quite a bit but overall does not take away from the experience. Overall the technical issues are no worse or better than any of Bethesdas other big titles and as with their other games does not really take away from the experience.… Expand
  15. GB11
    Nov 23, 2015
    8
    Story: Fairly good plot line, opposites the plot from Fallout 3. Very good parts and some weak moments which make the story feel average. 8/10

    Audio: Amazing background audio, weapon sounds, and music tracks. Repetition of some previous songs from Fallout 3. 9/10 Graphics: Slightly dissapointing compared to other AAA games, but is still good compared to last gen and is vastly better    Story: Fairly good plot line, opposites the plot from Fallout 3. Very good parts and some weak moments which make the story feel average. 8/10

    Audio: Amazing background audio, weapon sounds, and music tracks. Repetition of some previous songs from Fallout 3. 9/10

    Graphics: Slightly dissapointing compared to other AAA games, but is still good compared to last gen and is vastly better than previous Bethesda RPG's. 7/10

    Gameplay: Addictive. Lots of locations to explore, legendary creatures to find, collectables to loot and lots of things to craft. Combat mechanics have greatly been improved. Levelling system has been oversimplified, no weapon conditioning which drags the rating down. Alot of similarity to Fallout 3. 7/10

    Control: Companion commands has some glaring problems. Rest of the game has some issues but overall controls have been greatly improved. 7/10

    Framerate cap and bugs/glitches are exlcuded from this review, not significantly noticeable during gameplay, and bugs are rare from my experience. Would make final rating 7/10 if included.

    Final score: 7.6/10
    Rounded up to 8/10

    Note: 10/10 doesn't mean perfection, it means a game is excellent but may some have bugs/glitches and a few negatives that don't significantly impact the game.    … Expand
  16. qazxsw4320
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    best game ever 10/10 get this game now you will not be disappointed the graphics are ok but the gameplay is fun many things to do and tons of stuff to do GET THIS GAME NOW!!! you wont be disappointed.
  17. GoucaX
    Nov 23, 2015
    8
    After thousands of hours of previous Fallouts on PC I decided to give the console version of Fallout 4 a try. I'm impressed once again. The story is beautiful, well written and full of permanent choices that change the script dramatically, so you'll want to play this through a few times. Game mechanics simply work with a couple of exceptions:

    - Quests are bugging, so expect to reload    After thousands of hours of previous Fallouts on PC I decided to give the console version of Fallout 4 a try. I'm impressed once again. The story is beautiful, well written and full of permanent choices that change the script dramatically, so you'll want to play this through a few times. Game mechanics simply work with a couple of exceptions:

    - Quests are bugging, so expect to reload the last save very often
    - Companions are bugging and disappearing

    The major problem that lowers the grade to 8 (this would be a clear 10 otherwise) is the unbearable time that the engine takes to load the environment. Right now I'm at level 40, having progressed about half of the game so far. The loading screens with the standard 500GB HDD take about 3-5 mins each, lasting longer every level.

    Overall, a very solid game. Probably gets the GOTY-award hands down.    … Expand
  18. JFP1979
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    Those who give this a horrible review need to learn to learn the changes in controls, and format. So many just never bothered to learn. Simple as that. Fallout 4 is awesome, in so many ways.
  19. asinglecrumpet
    Nov 23, 2015
    9
    Thoroughly enjoying my time playing so far, great to be back in the Fallout wastelands in a game that vastly improves on the last outing in pretty much every way...

    As expected the user reviews section is a total troll fest. It seems that lots of people that supposedly didn't enjoy Fallout 3, subsequently didn't enjoy Fallout 4... not entirely sure why they all went out and bought it    Thoroughly enjoying my time playing so far, great to be back in the Fallout wastelands in a game that vastly improves on the last outing in pretty much every way...

    As expected the user reviews section is a total troll fest. It seems that lots of people that supposedly didn't enjoy Fallout 3, subsequently didn't enjoy Fallout 4... not entirely sure why they all went out and bought it for full RRP on release day.    … Expand
  20. Napalmlord
    Nov 23, 2015
    3
    I am a huge fan of the Fallout universe. There was a time when I wanted a Brotherhood of Steel tattoo... but time has passed, and by playing Fallout 4 I am happy I didn't have BoS logo carved on my skin, because now I would regret it badly.

    For me Fallout 1&2 is THE FALLOUT. I know time has passed and things have changed, but Fallout 4 didn't live up to its expectations, by far. Also,    I am a huge fan of the Fallout universe. There was a time when I wanted a Brotherhood of Steel tattoo... but time has passed, and by playing Fallout 4 I am happy I didn't have BoS logo carved on my skin, because now I would regret it badly.

    For me Fallout 1&2 is THE FALLOUT. I know time has passed and things have changed, but Fallout 4 didn't live up to its expectations, by far.
    Also, its cover msses the sentence "A post-apocalyptic role-playing game", and by playing the gam now I understand why.
    Fallout 4 is not an RPG. It is an FPS with extended character features, and additional base-build simulation. If it was an RPG, I would feel at least a little sympathy with my character, the choices it makes, and the cause it fights for. FO4 does not give you the occasion, because the story itself is nearly similar as FO3: child got kidnapped, family reunion, make a better tomorrow blah blah blah.... I am sick of this positive feels **** And with the side-quests and all you still cannot bury yourself with the history and lore, that a proper RPG would offer, because the game lacks conversations. The lore and history is shallow as a grave in the desert near Vegas. To sum the gameplay up: you go somewhere, kill badguys, go back, get xp, and after a while you get to the end. After 4 hours I came to a point that I dont care about my kid and lets go adventuring, but adventuring is not as fun as it should be. It is the same as FO3. Can you not think about adding something to that? Dear Bethesda: How could you trash out those awesome and long conversations and funny stories FO2 had to offer, how could this decision pass the board considering this would be a RPG?!
    Make less story, make more additional content? Like for example, scavenge all the stuff you come across and make more stuff you get from a lot of stuff? I felt like a crazy homeless guy killing raiders while looting coffee mugs, typewriters instead of weapons and armor! WTF?! NO! I dont want to build a settlement, I want the environment to change itself according to my actions I do in the wasteland! It is 2015 forchristssake! I spent at least 2hours per day scrapping and calculating free room in my backpack. Weapon addons are also a chore. Althoug enemies with the worst guns can still gun you down without significant effort, you with the upgraded gun, simply cannot aim that well, so as an FPS the game fails to deliver.
    Character development is also dumbed down to a level that it is more like a cabaret than a serious commitment.
    Graphics: This is better be a joke. Close to no shadows, low res environments, landscapevisual range drawing and character/house modeling resembles games from 2010. This game was developed since 2009. By comparison Destiny had a completely new graphics engine and a whole new world to develop from scratch and during a same pariod. PS4 gameplay show stuttering,, models are caught in the environment, AI hears my footsteps between levels and tries to shoot mee through the wall, but it kills itself instead with a molotov coctail...(AI is close to non-existent, these are the dumbest enemies ever).
    And I could go on and on and on what is wrong with the game. I was playing it just because I didn't believe that it could be this bad, but sadly it is.

    I feel myself cheated, as a Fallout fan. This game should not be called Fallout, but something else, that I cannot link to this marvelous franchise. For the younger generation, who have no idea about a real storytelling and have no experience or whatsoever regarding Fallout, this should be an average game. I am really hoping that Bethesda comes to its senses and realizes that this is not the way a post-apocalyptic RPG should be like.
    The only thing FO4 can do to make me feel happy, is that if I sell it.

    As a last thought, I am just curious that why did Bethesda alter the gametype this much? Because of financial reasons? Because simpler games sell better? Because people dont want to be lost in a sandbox? Because people want instant fun, rather than a longer plot to unwrap itself? Because single player games dont sell that good? I just simply dont understand.    … Expand
  21. GT04
    Nov 23, 2015
    9
    If you are reading these reviews in the hopes of making a decision on buying this game then stay away from the negative reviews! Nothing but trolls or Witcher 3 fanboys trying to prove a point. In my most honest opinion, this game is well worth $60. Hours upon hours of great gameplay. To this game biggest gripes. Graphics: they are fine. Not the best but definitely not 2008 graphics as theIf you are reading these reviews in the hopes of making a decision on buying this game then stay away from the negative reviews! Nothing but trolls or Witcher 3 fanboys trying to prove a point. In my most honest opinion, this game is well worth $60. Hours upon hours of great gameplay. To this game biggest gripes. Graphics: they are fine. Not the best but definitely not 2008 graphics as the trolls have stated. Bugs: I have over 60 hours played and aside from the occasional framerate drop, I've had no problems. The game is not perfect (hence the 9) but has been by far the funnest game I've played all year and I can't put it down. That, to me, is the most important of any video game. I advise any who hasn't tried it to at the very least rent the game and decide for yourself.… Expand
  22. Agarwel
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    Basically. is this like Fallout 1/2? No. Is it a problem? No!
    Fallout 4 is a great complex game. There are some problems (simplified RPG system, too many settlements that you wont spent too much time in any of them, copy+paste content from F3/NV. And slwo start of the story). But it als oprovides huge amount of new content and possibilities.
    Personally I love how the story is told. It is    Basically. is this like Fallout 1/2? No. Is it a problem? No!
    Fallout 4 is a great complex game. There are some problems (simplified RPG system, too many settlements that you wont spent too much time in any of them, copy+paste content from F3/NV. And slwo start of the story). But it als oprovides huge amount of new content and possibilities.
    Personally I love how the story is told. It is very non-linear a you have huge amount of freedom in choosing the direction of the story that can lead to different endings. The game forces you to some difficult decisions (I had to fail many quest to be able to finish others - I love that). And the story is presented in a way, that there is no simple "Good" and "Bad". It is not evil corporation vs good guys saving the world. Each faction has its different view on the main topic. But non of these views are really evil or flawless. You are forced to compromise.
    It is difficult to describe. But I really loved it, that it is not a black and white. Basically you can join one party and go defent the oposing one as a good guy. And other player may choose oposite approach and still feel like a good guy. You will save the world in way you believe it is best for it. But someone else may feel your solution is wrong and he will save the world by doing oposite. I love this :-D    … Expand
  23. HumanoidalFungi
    Nov 23, 2015
    5
    This game should be a spin-off, like: Fallout 3: Minutemen Reborn. It dumbs-down some aspects of Fallout I felt are in the core Fallout experience: post-apocalyptic death, rich dialogs, encounters.

    There are some advantages, but the disadvantages that I found are simply blockers. 1) Dialogs. Dialogs are dumb. It's introducing distance between you and your character. Sometimes I've    This game should be a spin-off, like: Fallout 3: Minutemen Reborn. It dumbs-down some aspects of Fallout I felt are in the core Fallout experience: post-apocalyptic death, rich dialogs, encounters.

    There are some advantages, but the disadvantages that I found are simply blockers.

    1) Dialogs. Dialogs are dumb. It's introducing distance between you and your character. Sometimes I've chosen a dialog option only because I've misunderstood what feelings will be communicated with that option. I.e. when choosing an option titled "you're a synth", your character will be aggressive and it will be said in the form of an accusation. If I knew that I wouldn't picked it! With menu that uses only codewords instead of full lines I felt that instead of leading the conversation I was playing guesswork. Good thing that "quick save" option works in dialogs, I was using quick-load when inside the dialog quite often. I miss the times of Baldur's Gate. In that game, you had to earn your way into a romance. It wasn't started by choosing the "romance" option... It's like: "new directive: commence romance. initializing... protocol romance starts". Yuck.

    2) Repetition. In Fallout 4 there are really LOTS of places to visit. And they're nicely done. But what's the point if most of them are empty in content? I mean sure, there are raiders to kill and loot to be found. But if you "clear" the location and take the loot, it's marked as "cleared" and that's it. There's no "history" inside them, no spontaneous quests, and I really can't find any reason to enter some Brewery if I don't have a quest marker inside it. Also, automatically generated quests (like, 'clear this area' or 'rescue this person') are giving me exactly ZERO motivation to follow this quest, because I know that when I'll do it, i'll get EXACTLY the same quest next time, sometimes even in the SAME location! There won't be any feeling of accomplishment, nothing. Only loot. I don't care about the loot! I care about the story and the world, not numbers and which compound I have the most!

    3) Weapons. I play melee character. In early game I've bought Chinese Officer's Sword, later I've changed it to Super-sledge, because everything else has simply worse damage. It looks like I'll be using it till end of the game (most enemies are 1 hit, and I play on Very Hard). So, I don't see the diversity of guns here: my whole game will end and I've used only 3 weapons. What's the point of having multiple mods, if most of them won't ever be used, because more advanced mods are completely deprecating older ones? This is actually called 'leveling', not 'modding'. If you have a better mod, you won't use the worse mod. Mods should be diversive and should introduce new traits that sometimes can be used and sometimes not, not simply gaining more p0wah!@#. Mods in Power Armors are nicely designed though.

    4) Interface. "Junk" is managed well, I like it very much that the player can stash every junk item from inventory into the workshop by hitting T key when browsing the workshop. This is very nice. I wish there could be a way to stash "unneeded" items into the workshop, or shop, in similar fashion. I mean, nearly every walk through the city results in killing enemies, because they respawn. If every enemy leaves loot, and player is expected to take it, then the player should be able to tag items which are taken with selling in mind, tagging items which are taken in checking them later, etc. I.e. I would wish to somehow create a category "shop items". When picking up items, it would categorize those items as "shop items" the moment I pick them up. Then, when visiting the shopkeeper, I would hit "T" and all items that are marked as "shop items" are moved to the shopkeeper. I then decide to accept or deny the transaction. This would make selling loot a lot less cumbersome. And now it is, because there are TONS of items in this game. Not really much diversity in them, but in terms of volume.

    5) For me, Fallout was about exploration. World exploration, game exploration, character exploration. I liked the idea that I didn't know what perks I could choose at some point of the game. I liked the surprise that the game gave me when it allowed me to choose a new perk that was awesome. It made perks valuable and it created an immersion of achieving something that you didn't know was there previously. Fallout 4? Every possible perk is offered right on the beginning of the game. Even if you can't choose it because you don't have enough stat points, you know what's there. You can even browse through perk levels, to know that it will do if it's on higher level. Hell, you can even modify your primary stats. I feel like another Fallout core trait has been changed to something that is not nearly as fun.

    I have more thoughts about this game, but I feed there's no point in writing them all. I mean, the game is done. It's too late to change it. I'm sad :(.    … Expand
  24. GamergodsFail
    Nov 22, 2015
    9
    I might get a lot of "unhelpful" ratings from this community for giving this game as high as a 9, but here's the thing...

    I've always been a fan of Bethesda games, especially Fallout 3. But every time a game of theirs comes out, I had always encountered really bad problems with them, such as a lack of free roam warning for Fallout 3's ending (seriously???) and those backward flying    I might get a lot of "unhelpful" ratings from this community for giving this game as high as a 9, but here's the thing...

    I've always been a fan of Bethesda games, especially Fallout 3. But every time a game of theirs comes out, I had always encountered really bad problems with them, such as a lack of free roam warning for Fallout 3's ending (seriously???) and those backward flying dragons in Skyrim (that was downright embarrassing). I've heard some pretty legitimate complaints about Fallout 4 from pretty much most sources. I can only speak for myself however, when I will state that in my 60+ hours of playing this game, I have yet to find a single game-breaking glitch.

    Let's talk about the reasons why people hate this game...but wait, I believe it can all be summed up into one fat ugly word: hypocrisy. They hate it because it's too familiar to its predecessors. But they also hate it because it's not enough change to the franchise. So which one is it? What were you honestly expecting or hoping for when you made your purchase?

    Changes made include: more streamlined, linear level up progression trees, weapons that actually shoot where you aim (which I must admit makes VATS kind of pointless), dialogue system similar to that of Mass Effect (only not as good), weapons that don't break, a new "settlements" mode that I spent countless hours having fun with, being able to craft weapon and armor mods, chemicals/medicine and food (similar to Skyrim), a branching story, radiation damaging your max health, being able to play arcade clones on your pip boy or computer, and the power armor.

    I think MOST of those changes are NECESSARY for the series to evolve in the right direction. Notice how I say most, not all.

    Things that weren't changed were: muddy graphics (they are still better than 3 though), character models look the same, most enemies look EXACTLY the same, the pip boy works the same way, the map (which is disappointingly small IMO).

    I've read complaints about people criticizing the game for "not feeling like Fallout" and you know what: I like that. It only means Bethesda is trying to do new things for the series so that it doesn't become stale. Regardless of whether you think they have succeeded or failed, is your opinion. I just appreciate the different feel to it. It can feel more like a shooter than an RPG though, due to the gunplay and linear RPG elements. I believe the Mass Effect sequels suffered the same fate though. I actually think it kind of feels like Borderlands. No complaints, I LOVE Borderlands.

    I just think the reason why this is getting a lot of hate is because of the hype. Kill all hype in gaming and you will start to appreciate what games have to offer in content. Unless that game is in fact a complete pile of crap. This is not a perfect game, and the appeal may wear off for me in a couple weeks but it is by no means garbage. You want to know what garbage feels like? Play Bound by Flame or Assassin's Creed Unity. New Vegas was actually closer to broken garbage at launch than this game currently is. Perhaps you should stop playing Fallout if your standards are that high then.    … Expand
  25. armada192
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    Really great and good and pretty nice. but you know i like it but you know why not i like but really what is the point i like this much very. i know this is bad grammar but i like to do this a lot.
  26. toirko13
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    Now this game is a must buy, so what are you waiting for just buy it and enjoy all it has too offer from graffics too story too gameplay. Yes it has it all

    Wow i love how all the negative comments dont give any details on whats so bad or whats bethesda have been lying about haha
  27. tensa2341
    Nov 22, 2015
    7
    I have never been really in Bethesda games and the only reason I was interested in this game was the characters were finally voiced. I know sounds stupid but I always had a problem with a silent protagonist in these type of games where there is a mechanic for word choices. This game overall is great but with many flaws.

    Today I'm a bit to damn lazy to really list out the many things    I have never been really in Bethesda games and the only reason I was interested in this game was the characters were finally voiced. I know sounds stupid but I always had a problem with a silent protagonist in these type of games where there is a mechanic for word choices. This game overall is great but with many flaws.

    Today I'm a bit to damn lazy to really list out the many things that went wrong and other things they could have really improved on. The game felt rushed out to meet demands but with the flaws it has, the overall package of the game is filled with great content and value in it. Fallout fans might be disappointed by the sheer lack of new improvement since its literally just Skyrim with guns with a bonus of voice acted characters. But the game is still worth a buy, even right now. Just be careful with the **** amount of bugs that you'll facing.    … Expand
  28. lucasnavarro
    Nov 22, 2015
    3
    rol? donde esta el rol ? y los dialogos , la verdad esperaba mas de esta empresa , pero como siempre la plata lo es todo, lleno de bugs , que a mucha gente enferma les divierte , pero a mi me molestan y mucho
  29. BloodyRandy
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    It's a great addition to the Fallout franchise. I've played the game to death and loved every minute of it. The additions from previous Fallout games are big. The game is more of a simulation plus Fallout first person shooter RPG. The crafting and building towns is very good and surprisingly works. Just because of the ambition and the good story telling I have to give this a 10/10.It's a great addition to the Fallout franchise. I've played the game to death and loved every minute of it. The additions from previous Fallout games are big. The game is more of a simulation plus Fallout first person shooter RPG. The crafting and building towns is very good and surprisingly works. Just because of the ambition and the good story telling I have to give this a 10/10. Few games are worth the price tag these days, Fallout 4 is one of those.… Expand
  30. Deadheadbill
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    Game of the Year. While the graphics could be better, this is the most realized, persistent open world of any game I have played.
    The gameplay is very much like Skyrim except that it is much deeper. 40 hrs in and I have barely progressed in the main mission there is just so much to do. Haters are gonna hate, but this is an amazing game.
  31. Somewherein
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    After around 100 hours of intense playing: My girlfriend hate me, my rabbit hate me, my friends and clique from work hate me ... BUT all commonwealth citizen loves me. And i think that's really matter.
  32. RGS
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    Это шедевр. Очень крутая атмосфера, крафтинг очень интересный и еще Фаллаут огромный как мой х*й.
  33. darvos
    Nov 22, 2015
    5
    This game is really disappointing. Combat is terrible, doing anything in the UI is a chore. It's the same old Bethesda engine with different skin. It is losing Fallout world's flavor as well. Feral ghouls are just mindless zombies, super mutants are now acting like apes incapable of using complete sentences. Most areas are linear shoot everything that moves type dungeon. I wouldThis game is really disappointing. Combat is terrible, doing anything in the UI is a chore. It's the same old Bethesda engine with different skin. It is losing Fallout world's flavor as well. Feral ghouls are just mindless zombies, super mutants are now acting like apes incapable of using complete sentences. Most areas are linear shoot everything that moves type dungeon. I would rather play a superb 20 hour game than something with hundreds of hours of sub-par content. Sad to see the fallout IP turn into this, the first game is one of my favorite game of all time.… Expand
  34. Sir_Swag117
    Nov 21, 2015
    8
    The game may occasionally glitch out, and physics is glued to FPS, AND it uses Skyrim's engine, but it is worth the money. It gets all the little things right, mostly the uber-creepy ****
  35. HomieSin
    Nov 21, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is a game that has it's ups and downs. Everything that is great tends to do that, but the goods will outweigh the bad. The graphics for this game are standard for what you would expect from a ps4. The wasteland is vast and has many places to explore. There are many side quests that are fun to do and will keep you occupied. Bethesda gives you motivation to level up and explore byFallout 4 is a game that has it's ups and downs. Everything that is great tends to do that, but the goods will outweigh the bad. The graphics for this game are standard for what you would expect from a ps4. The wasteland is vast and has many places to explore. There are many side quests that are fun to do and will keep you occupied. Bethesda gives you motivation to level up and explore by providing various locations to explore. As an FPS player and one who craves an RPG as well, this game is a perfect combination of both. I enjoy being able to level up and gather new items, but I also enjoy being able to shoot at enemies. Many people are complaining about the technical issues of this game, but it is not that bad. I cannot stand FPS technical issues such as the ones found in The Witcher 3 and Bloodborne's high intensity areas, but this game does not bother me. There are some areas where FPS does drop, but it is mainly indoors at it is highly manageable. The dialogue is not that great though. I find myself skipping past it when I can and just going straight into the quests. Despite some of the negative aspects of this game, the gameplay, side quests, and story will keep you engaged the whole time.… Expand
  36. Sheep_198
    Nov 21, 2015
    2
    What a rip off. Basically Fallout 3 on PS4, everything is the same or worse, same mission, so predictable. No strategy required, just a very bad designed point and shoot game, vats unusable useless. Full of bugs and crashing, and loading forever for almost each doors. Graphics is so ugly, no creativity in the world design. Being played all fallout series and a fan, this time they breakWhat a rip off. Basically Fallout 3 on PS4, everything is the same or worse, same mission, so predictable. No strategy required, just a very bad designed point and shoot game, vats unusable useless. Full of bugs and crashing, and loading forever for almost each doors. Graphics is so ugly, no creativity in the world design. Being played all fallout series and a fan, this time they break the brand, no quality and no hooks to the game at all. Preordered, and sold after 2 long tries, what an disappointment.… Expand
  37. Tronyel
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    To start this i want to say the most important thing IS NOT BETHESDA FAULT YOU EXPECTATIONS WHERE UP IN THE CLOUDS

    I love all those cry babies comparing this game to the Witcher o MGS like those two games were perfect, first with an awful combat system the second with an incomplete story and an empty open world Really all three games have their flaws but giving rating a 0 or 1    To start this i want to say the most important thing IS NOT BETHESDA FAULT YOU EXPECTATIONS WHERE UP IN THE CLOUDS

    I love all those cry babies comparing this game to the Witcher o MGS like those two games were perfect, first with an awful combat system the second with an incomplete story and an empty open world

    Really all three games have their flaws but giving rating a 0 or 1 rating is a childish rant, with excuses like "graphics QwQ" , "no skills QwQwQ" , "lack of important decisions QwQ", what kind of games you play? even games like Dragon Age or Mass Effect doesn´t have a lot of important decisions. You have to follow up the story, the decisions you make, even on the witcher are on the side quest, and on the ending THAT'S ALL, you almost always have to follow the main story line.

    I'm going to be fair Fallout 4 deserves a 9 out of 10 cause the companions AI sucks like hell and it´s main story it´s pretty short, but im giving it a 10 just to try to balance all those ranting kiddos giving it 0 rating to this great game.    … Expand
  38. Gambler77
    Nov 21, 2015
    9
    Deserves a 9.5.

    Played about 40 hours. All of what made F3 great with good improvements to the gameplay. Solid and stable framerate, no crashing. Good graphics and atmoshpere. Super fun combat. A great sense of rewarding exporation. Huge and dense content rich map. Great open world freedom and open ended approach to combat. Only issue is the NPC lips don't always synch with dialogue    Deserves a 9.5.

    Played about 40 hours. All of what made F3 great with good improvements to the gameplay. Solid and stable framerate, no crashing. Good graphics and atmoshpere. Super fun combat. A great sense of rewarding exporation. Huge and dense content rich map. Great open world freedom and open ended approach to combat.

    Only issue is the NPC lips don't always synch with dialogue during conversation and they look expressionless.- noticable but not a big deal.

    I love F4 and will be happily playing for a long time.    … Expand
  39. TANYRANY
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    this game is absolutely awesome i think it deserves to be the game of the year easily wow very good game and huge world to explore with awesome story i can not stop playing
  40. TSB1
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    Best Game Ever.

    Don't listen to the 7 seven year old squeaker who cant run the game on their ****** PC because they havent ever left their mums basement to buy a new one.
  41. robdot
    Nov 21, 2015
    9
    I'm level 40, and maybe halfway through the main story,I'm guessing.This game is awesome in every way. I have experienced no crashes or major bugs,,some minor collision detection here and there,but that's all. The game greatly rewards being nosy,and exploration will almost always be rewarded.buy this without hesitation.
  42. MrHandy
    Nov 21, 2015
    0
    1. Убили прокачку скилов (заменили перками)
    2. Диалоги, простите, но как фаната первой и второй части, меня очень напрягает скудный выбор реплик аля массеффект.
    3. Ограниченность выбора решений. 4. ОЧЕНЬ высокая скорость боя (все существа вне зависимости от размеров передвигаются очень быстро, что убивает стелс тактику) 5. шанс критического урона? Забудьте, такого параметра больше нет,    1. Убили прокачку скилов (заменили перками)
    2. Диалоги, простите, но как фаната первой и второй части, меня очень напрягает скудный выбор реплик аля массеффект.
    3. Ограниченность выбора решений.
    4. ОЧЕНЬ высокая скорость боя (все существа вне зависимости от размеров передвигаются очень быстро, что убивает стелс тактику)
    5. шанс критического урона? Забудьте, такого параметра больше нет, - есть критбар
    6. Броня последнего поколения не дает серьезной защиты от казалось бы слабых противников.
    7. Терминалы, зачем делать многоуровневое меню? Это очень напрягает.
    8. Неубиваемая собака, неубиваемые дети при рейтинге 18+    … Expand
  43. Blades7x62
    Nov 21, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is Bethesda's newest title. Some complaints I have is the simplified speech system, and the optimization issues. However, these do not detract from the immersion this game gives you.
  44. Lothar
    Nov 21, 2015
    7
    Better than 3rd, worse than NV. Slightly improved graphics. Dull story, dull dialogues.
    Finally it's an fps shooter, not an rpg. Crafting is FUN as hell.
  45. TonHalik
    Nov 21, 2015
    0
    Complete waste of my 49 pounds!!! It is last game I bought from Bethesda...
    I loved F3 and FNV but this F4 is typically made just to suck money out of a gamers with as less work as they could do.
    Boring, ugly looking gameplay. Last generation graphics!!! Lots of bugs, no sync of mouth movement with speech, no skill points, list goes on and on...disaster, worse game on ps4 I played so far.
  46. vladimusmaximus
    Nov 21, 2015
    8
    As someone who has never played Fallout, I was quite skeptical. Not only did the graphics seem lack-luster in the reviews but I remember the Morrowind interface being rather clunky. In a nutshell, this game has completely surprised me in every single way imaginable. I think the graphics are actually quite good considering the scope, depth and detail in this game. In terms of the sheerAs someone who has never played Fallout, I was quite skeptical. Not only did the graphics seem lack-luster in the reviews but I remember the Morrowind interface being rather clunky. In a nutshell, this game has completely surprised me in every single way imaginable. I think the graphics are actually quite good considering the scope, depth and detail in this game. In terms of the sheer amount you can explore, try and do in this game it's beyond the scope of any other game I have ever played. The story, writing and Ai make the game so brilliantly immersive I cannot seem to put it down, in fact ever since I started I haven't touched anything else. I'm going to write a point form breakdown of it's many redeeming qualities.

    - Absolutely immense, scope in story.
    - Beautifully written and engaging storytelling.
    - Wonderfully written NPC's and AI, make it further engaging.
    - Great graphics, with many interesting models and places to explore.
    - The map has a ton of variety and environments.
    - Gun play and Melee feels great and again, an insane level of variety and customization.
    - Crafting and building component is SO much fun and does not distract what so ever from the actual story, it's not an after thought and very much an integral aspect of the game which you can choose to concentrate less or more on. It's very rewarding and easy to pick up for people who've never played a crafting game such as myself.
    - STORY, STORY, STORY

    Now on to the bad
    - Graphics could obviously have been better, it does feel a bit dated.
    - FPS issues on PS4.
    - Several glitches mainly with getting stuck, but to be expected with scope of the game.    … Expand
  47. DarkmasEvgen
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    Очень хорошая игра. Стоит своих денег. Затягивающая атмосфера, красивая графика, приятная озвучка, интересный сюжет. Советую всем для покупки, не пожалеете.
  48. Semtrex02
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    I spend all my time playing this game it's a lot of fun and i enjoy i like the companions the misions and the world im pissed that they removed karma but it's not a big deal
  49. sundeki
    Nov 21, 2015
    8
    I won't go on a big rant about one thing or another, I'll just sum it all up:

    Fallout 4 is a great game, that much is certain. But it is not a Fallout game. It isn't an RPG, it has taken several steps back in that department. It is a story-driven shooter and yes there is a difference. If you go into this game expecting to play a Fallout RPG, you will be disappointed, like many and most    I won't go on a big rant about one thing or another, I'll just sum it all up:

    Fallout 4 is a great game, that much is certain. But it is not a Fallout game. It isn't an RPG, it has taken several steps back in that department. It is a story-driven shooter and yes there is a difference. If you go into this game expecting to play a Fallout RPG, you will be disappointed, like many and most of the negative reviewers of this game on Metacritic.

    Amazing game, terrible addition to the Fallout franchise. If only there was a way to write a review without giving it a rating.

    The game by itself: 8.5/10
    As an addition to the Fallout franchise: 3.5/10    … Expand
  50. maberry
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Amazing game. Improved graphics, sound, combat. At times it just feels like "more fallout 3". But if you loved Fallout 3 that's not a bad thing. Prepare to waste hours upon hours of time
  51. jrobpaq
    Nov 20, 2015
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I feel cheated. Faction I chose ultimately didn't matter in in the end, and I was surprised when it ended so abruptly. Feels like more Fallout 3. If that's what you're looking for, great, if not, however... If you're a die hard Fallout fan, able to squeeze out every ounce of entertainment out of the games, then you're probably going to be satisfied. If you're looking for a deeper RPG, maybe look somewhere else, or at least wait for the price drop. Surprisingly shallow.… Expand
  52. dspnet
    Nov 20, 2015
    0
    Это не Fallout! Это шутер. Диалоги просто взрыв мозга - концепция: да нет сарказм...Тупее и еще тупее - это про серию Fallout от Bethesda.
  53. AntonioSeta
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    It bugs that people are being stupid in the reviews. Oh it didnt innovate, oh it got some bugs, oh the dialogue options suck, oh it didnt evolve as well from 2 to 3. Get a grip. Look a GTA. From 2 to 3 big step. From there on not so much, but everyone gave 10 to every GTA. They only change the story, add small features to make the experience more complete. But when Fallout does it itsIt bugs that people are being stupid in the reviews. Oh it didnt innovate, oh it got some bugs, oh the dialogue options suck, oh it didnt evolve as well from 2 to 3. Get a grip. Look a GTA. From 2 to 3 big step. From there on not so much, but everyone gave 10 to every GTA. They only change the story, add small features to make the experience more complete. But when Fallout does it its wrong ? holy hipocrites, not even mentioning those money suckers CODs and Battlefields and Fifas and Pes. If it was too much diferent people would say its not a real fallout experience. You people are impossible to please. The game doesnt deserve a 10, but it sure as hell doest deserve 5 or 6. Screw you .… Expand
  54. willmoy38
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    Ok, here is my review to negate my 10 from earlier. I have put about 28 hours into this game and honestly, I am just as impressed as I figured I would be. It's a very good game to me. Not a 10, but I am not even sure what a game would have to be to get a 10 from me. The graphics are awesome. I loved the color rather than the drab, boring atmosphere of New Vegas. The companions are actuallyOk, here is my review to negate my 10 from earlier. I have put about 28 hours into this game and honestly, I am just as impressed as I figured I would be. It's a very good game to me. Not a 10, but I am not even sure what a game would have to be to get a 10 from me. The graphics are awesome. I loved the color rather than the drab, boring atmosphere of New Vegas. The companions are actually interesting and have personalities. The combat is improved, but vats is still pretty much a necessity about 65% of the time. The ability to reconstruct the wasteland was incredible. It has been over 200 years, time for humanity to start rebuilding. The weapon and armor modding is good.
    Here's what I didn't like. Too much reliances upon the "Charisma" skill tree. You couldn't have settlement stores until your charisma was a 6. Bad movement of your character when placed in a bind. If you get surrounded by enemies, you might as well just wait for game to reload. You're not going to get out of situation. Your decisions don't really seem to impact the world. Now this doesn't too far stray from Bethesda's modus operandi because in Oblivion your decisions meant nothing, in Fallout 3 your decisions meant nothing, in Skyrim your decisions meant nothing, but it's still disappointing. I was hoping for a more Witcheresque decision influence in the game. Haven't seen it thus far.
    With all of this being said, so far, I have still thoroughly enjoyed the game. It MIGHT even be, alongside Witcher 3, a game of the year contender for me.    … Expand
  55. nonor071
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Don't mind the haters, this game is truly amazing. This game is something really new to the franchise, a whole new feeling and new gameplay.

    Combat is much more dynamic, exploration more interesting, graphics more than satisfying, crafting is pure madness, power armors are awesome, radiation actually matters now. I haven't played long enough (10 hours so far) to have an honest complete    Don't mind the haters, this game is truly amazing. This game is something really new to the franchise, a whole new feeling and new gameplay.

    Combat is much more dynamic, exploration more interesting, graphics more than satisfying, crafting is pure madness, power armors are awesome, radiation actually matters now. I haven't played long enough (10 hours so far) to have an honest complete opinion on quests and dialogues, but what I've experienced so far has been very good.

    Fallout 4 in my opinion has this smooth fluidity that mad Skyrim so special to me: forget about the game, get into the world.

    I think the only way to be dissatisfied with this game is to expect a game that wouldn't bring anything new to the Fallout franchise. Although I miss certain things or a certain feeling from the previous games, Bethesda really blew me away with this one, and I think it's the point in the end: play an extraordinary game that you will enjoy.

    War never changes, it doesn't mean Fallout games shouldn't.    … Expand
  56. RoverGrover
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    Spent 40 minutes creating myself only to have something that resemble the portrait from a drug addict artist I got a few years back. Close enough, but the different voice freaked me out so I went with the default female after some minor tweaks. I liked her voice acting better anyways.

    It's not bad. I really like the new settlement feature but they just kind of throw everything at you    Spent 40 minutes creating myself only to have something that resemble the portrait from a drug addict artist I got a few years back. Close enough, but the different voice freaked me out so I went with the default female after some minor tweaks. I liked her voice acting better anyways.

    It's not bad. I really like the new settlement feature but they just kind of throw everything at you right away with barley any tutorials. It took me 45 minutes to build to get the walls of my first building to line up. Pro tip: build the floors first. Just look online for settlement tips, it will make your life easier.

    It's basically the same as Fallout 3 but with some improvements and new features. If your expecting the masterpiece that it was hyped to be you'll probably be disappointed. Apart from that I'm having a lot of fun with the game. I'd say it's still worth the price for what you get.    … Expand
  57. SAMMMM
    Nov 20, 2015
    5
    Watch out folks, the game is only fun after you learn the miserable controller functions. It can take sometime to figure the controls out and also, its very realistic, there's no coming back if you get caught off gaurd by an enemy (that's on normal difficulty at least) . after learning the controls id give it a 8 out of 10 but the beginning is annoying and difficult to adapt to so i giveWatch out folks, the game is only fun after you learn the miserable controller functions. It can take sometime to figure the controls out and also, its very realistic, there's no coming back if you get caught off gaurd by an enemy (that's on normal difficulty at least) . after learning the controls id give it a 8 out of 10 but the beginning is annoying and difficult to adapt to so i give it a frusterateing 2 out of 10 hahahahahahahha lol. there's too many weapons proly a hundred you can carry at once. i wish they wouldve copied call of duty controller functions. common, triangle is jump???? x is more convenient. - SAM… Expand
  58. Lazarento
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    Anyone who didn't play this game for about at least 40 hours, can't review it! The game is awesome! Bethesda made some bad decisions by removing some features from Fallout 3, but they improved the game in other aspects. Combat is way better than F3 and NV. The power armor and weapons upgrades work nicely. Graphics and sound effects are very cool! Loving it so far!!
  59. NOVAKza
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    Optimization leaves an incredible deal to be desired. It looks not terribly dissimilar to new vegas, but requires hardware double the old requirements. I can run it fine on high, but then random areas dip me to 10 FPS.

    Honestly, I find everything else rather solid. To be certain, it's not the fallouts of the past, but I find it surprisingly solid. Much better than anticipated. The    Optimization leaves an incredible deal to be desired. It looks not terribly dissimilar to new vegas, but requires hardware double the old requirements. I can run it fine on high, but then random areas dip me to 10 FPS.

    Honestly, I find everything else rather solid. To be certain, it's not the fallouts of the past, but I find it surprisingly solid. Much better than anticipated. The gunplay is a lot of fun, and there's a huge incentive to loot and explore. I'm finding it honest to god more addictive than former installments in the series.

    To be blunt, though, I'm finding the existing reviews a bit sad. A huge amount of the negative reviews were left the day the game came out. I understand not liking the game, and I don't think you absolutely have to play it for 100000 hours to have a valid opinion, but jeez, I'm pretty sure a lot of these people just left bad reviews to leave bad reviews.    … Expand
  60. LooTheLou
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    This game is amazing. It is a bit like all the good from both skyrim and fallout put in to one single HUGE open world game. There is just so much to do and so much to explore and alot of it is very detailed in it's own right. From a technical standpoint it is pretty weak, but that's not the reason I buy Bethesda games. Bethesda games are about exploring and experiencing a place that youThis game is amazing. It is a bit like all the good from both skyrim and fallout put in to one single HUGE open world game. There is just so much to do and so much to explore and alot of it is very detailed in it's own right. From a technical standpoint it is pretty weak, but that's not the reason I buy Bethesda games. Bethesda games are about exploring and experiencing a place that you have not been before, and this game does just that!… Expand
  61. Alexreviews
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    To start off i love this game i never sank so many hours into a game without even noticing the new gun gameplay works very well and a welcome change the slow mo vats is pretty and is no longer another pause feature. The story is very good and the idea is a good one expect because of the side quest dump that happens very early on i forgot about it until i was level 10. of course the gameTo start off i love this game i never sank so many hours into a game without even noticing the new gun gameplay works very well and a welcome change the slow mo vats is pretty and is no longer another pause feature. The story is very good and the idea is a good one expect because of the side quest dump that happens very early on i forgot about it until i was level 10. of course the game isn't perfect the graphics are only a little better than fallout 3 and the new dialogue tree is very bad it pretty much a copy of Bioware's tree and it does it poorly and of course there are glitches in this but i only ran into a texture freak out and that's it but that didn't destroy the experience for me i still played this game for hours and is worth the buy… Expand
  62. JTGrasby
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    In my time in the Wasteland - over 60 hours, at this point - it's never been boring, predictable, or lacklustre. I haven't had any slowdown on the PS4 - something which has been an issue for some - and very very glitches, (I lost Danse at the Boston Airport).

    Beautiful graphics, gorgeous sound, solid voice acting, and infinite re-playability make for the best Fallout game yet.
  63. MistroPain
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    When looked at on its own Fallout 4 is an incredible open world game, but really starts to show its age when considering the plethora of fantastic 2015 open world games, my personal favourite being Dying Light for its novel take on Zombies and Open World Gaming.
    When considered having played Skyrim and Fallout 3 this game does feel a little lazy, with very few novel systems which shine,    When looked at on its own Fallout 4 is an incredible open world game, but really starts to show its age when considering the plethora of fantastic 2015 open world games, my personal favourite being Dying Light for its novel take on Zombies and Open World Gaming.
    When considered having played Skyrim and Fallout 3 this game does feel a little lazy, with very few novel systems which shine, and a dumbed down leveling system which had so much potential.

    As a warning I have yet to complete the games main storyline, but when you have spent at least 50 hours JUST exploring the world, it speaks volumes about the quality provided.
    I'll start on the Pro's in the order I witnessed them:
    -Physical Character Creation is fantastic. My only qualm is it needed more presets...

    -Voice Acting is incredible. Nolan North did his job fantastically, as did Courtney Taylor, that being said the latter's voice can wear you down after a while. Way too... excitable? Obviously this is subjective.

    -Intro destroys Fallout 3s, but leads to major pace problems later. New Vegas ambiguity arguably better as a result, but I personally enjoyed it more than F:NVs more coherent intro.

    -Lighting... Gorgeous. Colour Palette is also much improved, but would like to have seen a little more.

    -New gameplay is, regardless of what other people are saying, perfectly fine for fallout. VATS is vastly improved, and new Critical system is fantastic.

    -Power Armour is well done. Gives you a sense of being a super soldier.

    -Radiation storms and feral ghouls. The storms cloud your screen in green, and the ghouls evoke a rabid zombie, and can catch you by surprise.

    -Worldly storytelling (non-quest) is fantastic. With tales of twins birthdays going astray, to trailer park last stands, they are my favourite element so far.

    The mediocres:
    -New radiation system is great. However, it does not truly push you into survival mode. Would have been nice to see it progressively cause more injuries as it increases. It does not help that Radaway takes away a high 300 rads, and doctors only charge ~15ish caps to clear. Too easy to tackle.

    -Quests are good, HOWEVER, they tie to almost nothing most of the time. More so they lack multiple paths to achieving them, which is disappointing by todays standard.
    Quests really need to impact the world around you. Witcher 3 did this very well, with a handful of quests impacting an entire landscape in noticeable ways. Bethesda have been a leading RPG developer for too long to not be developing quests with the world in mind.

    -New crafting system is great but really needs to do more. Now you dont actually craft in this game, you only mod. This makes sense, however, one crafting element that is missed is the crafting of munitions. It really feels like a step backward.
    The loss of durability on weapons are also missed, and although many approve of this, I personally think it creates a world where looting junk becomes more important than looting weapons. It also detracts from a sense of surviving in the wastes.

    -Settlements. This is neither pro nor con. If you have patience the system is good enough, but thats it. It handles poorly, your settlements are restricted visually to places built from junk (which they are, but its flipping ugly), its hard to figure out if a settler has a job already, and the lack of ledgers to help you manage your settlements hurts it big time. Not to mention you are capped to about 20 settlers which is rubbish. I also feel like they missed a nifty trick by not giving your settlers names, and unworkable families who come along for the ride.

    -Raiders and super mutants are largely unchanged mechanically. Suiciders and Power-Armour weilding raiders are nice additions, however, they are still essentially one unified gang. Was hoping for unique gangs battling for territory, impacting their surrounding areas in unique ways.

    The poor:
    -SPECIAL is no longer special. In an attempt to create an all perk system your SPECIAL stats feel like perks. SPECIAL should have more weight to it, really distinguishing one character build from another, and you should not be able to raise your SPECIAL every level.

    -Perk system is not bad, however, the perks are boring. Perks should unlock abilities rather than providing incremental boosts and taking over SPECIALs job. E.g. Gunslinger should not increase pistol damage, but give you a disarm option in VATS or something along those lines.

    -Lack of sizeable cities. Diamond City is AMAZING, however, seeing what Bethesda did in Skyrim makes you wish for more. This is meant to be the most lived in Wasteland.

    -Game forces you to build settlements. Although you can ignore, the view of 20% happiness on the map drags you in.

    -Where is hardcore mode? This leads back to the points above, the game never truly incites a sense of anguish or need to survive. At least not for yourself, the world tells a completely different story.

    Verdict: 8/10. Bethesda may have lost their RPG crown in 2015.    … Expand
  64. halcyonsparkle
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    The first time I played, I invested about 3 hours and walked away feeling "eh, it's all right." It was absolutely beautiful, but something about it wasn't clicking for me. After reading some tips online and trying again, I now sink at least 5 hours a night into the game and am having a really wonderful time. I think the breadth of companions are wonderful; I haven't run across a bad voiceThe first time I played, I invested about 3 hours and walked away feeling "eh, it's all right." It was absolutely beautiful, but something about it wasn't clicking for me. After reading some tips online and trying again, I now sink at least 5 hours a night into the game and am having a really wonderful time. I think the breadth of companions are wonderful; I haven't run across a bad voice actor yet (Piper is especially great); the assets are astoundingly varied; the story has just enough new and old; the game is nearly perfect. *Nearly,* I say. Thing is, I ran into a major game-breaking bug when one of the side quests decided to tag my player character as "essential" and prevent her from ever dying. That's fun for about an hour, and then you realize that's a really terrible bug to leave in the finished product. So, I'd like to give a 10 or even 9, but the bugs detract from this otherwise astonishing game.… Expand
  65. Footballpires
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    The game is really good. It has bugs, yes, but they are not game breaking in the slightest. So far I have only had one crash yet I didn't really lose any progress, everything else has been fine. The new dialogue system is fantastic, you always get four options and most of the time they are more than enough to satisfy. And most importantly, yes, it is A FALLOUT game, very much like FalloutThe game is really good. It has bugs, yes, but they are not game breaking in the slightest. So far I have only had one crash yet I didn't really lose any progress, everything else has been fine. The new dialogue system is fantastic, you always get four options and most of the time they are more than enough to satisfy. And most importantly, yes, it is A FALLOUT game, very much like Fallout 3 and New Vegas, except it looks much better now, the combat system is much more efficient and fun, the new voice acted player character is good and post-apocalyptical Boston is beautiful. Oh, and the crafting is freaking fabulous, just get the game, guys.… Expand
  66. videoranger
    Nov 19, 2015
    0
    Fallout3 was a great game. Fallout 4 not so much. Very very buggy. Fallout 4 must be played with a Steam account. And Stream must be accessed on the Internet. Took me 8 hours to download my Steam "verification." Steam (but its screen says offline play is available) has to run on the Internet, therefore when you play Fallout 4 you must be logging Internet hours and there is 300 gamingFallout3 was a great game. Fallout 4 not so much. Very very buggy. Fallout 4 must be played with a Steam account. And Stream must be accessed on the Internet. Took me 8 hours to download my Steam "verification." Steam (but its screen says offline play is available) has to run on the Internet, therefore when you play Fallout 4 you must be logging Internet hours and there is 300 gaming hours there. Expensive for me. Anyway, the game has lots of bugs, but I can't forgive seizes up and crashes causing reboots ad infinitum. No help from Steam or Bethesda. Maybe in a few months a good patch will cure all these problems.… Expand
  67. Lilmanike
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is definitely going to be game of the year with a large open world, a large variety of perks, weapons, armor, and so much more.

    A Dead Land: The game excels when it comes to its open world. Lots of enemies, new ways explore the world, and it's been reported that Fallout 4's map size is 11 minutes long vertically. And trust me it's large. The game looks gorgeous with a new creation engine. Some people say it isn't graphically up to date but you have to admit, it is a giant leap from Fallout New Vegas (2010). Plus with lots of new radio stations and lots of side quests in which other companions could possibly react towards the actions of these side missions and some may interest you. You can also create your own settlement that you have to keep resourced, defended, and a simple place to let settlers rest and go on with their business.

    200-Life Crysis: The game takes place a few minutes or hours "depending how long you create your character" before the bombs have dropped. So you soon enter Vault 111 where a freak experiment goes horribly wrong. Since your 200 year cryogenic stasis, takes you deep into the future in where you have to find your son Shaun who has been kidnapped by the institute a isis like group who kidnaps survivors of the commonwealth. So it is your job to take him back.

    Guns n' more bullets: Shooting is more playable. V.A.T.S. is still a thing in this Fallout installment but shooting a gun feels more shooty than your average Fallout game. Your guns no longer break so you can shoot with letting it break but it looses a more survival focused aspect but I didn't like survival focused aspects anyway. You can also customize your amazing little guy into a F***ing beast, with re-naming it, adding new weapon mods that are available to all weapons. Legendary enemies drop legendary loot and it is either amazing or surprising. You can also choose when you want to get a critical strike on an enemy or not. It you get enough hits on enemies, you will build up a bar that will fill up and create an execution command and vats no longer pause the game it will slow it down the game leaving vulnerable to an easy but cheap death, so act fast.

    The Uglies returned: Enemies look more disgusting and more terrifying than ever before. With new ones such as bloodbugs and synths. Oh and if you hate deathclaws they're back and deadlier than ever. Enemies with a star next to them represent Legendary enemies. Enemies featured with a skull next to them, f***ing run. You can guess who is the first is to encounter.

    Packin' a punch: The amount of base perks built in to the game are over 70 but go a little deeper and you will find over 200 perks. How, they are counted a mini perks to a perk. Let that sync in to your head before moving on. Bobbleheads make a return but a little more impactful than Fallout 3. A little hint the perception bobblehead is the first to be found usually.

    The game runs at 1080p, 30fps or so I've heard. Smooth for the most part but sometimes dips but no where below 20fps. Lowest: 26fps that I have seen. Also mods are on PlayStation 4 now. WOOHOO!    … Expand
  68. jackdyson520
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    People have been bashing this game for too long. It's been upsetting, because I personally think that wanting a game to be the same of the last one is incredibly disappointing. People always complain about Call of Duty being the same every year. Yet here people are up in arms about the fact the the fallout game isn't the same as the last one. Come on, people. You can't hate things beingPeople have been bashing this game for too long. It's been upsetting, because I personally think that wanting a game to be the same of the last one is incredibly disappointing. People always complain about Call of Duty being the same every year. Yet here people are up in arms about the fact the the fallout game isn't the same as the last one. Come on, people. You can't hate things being the same and then ask for them to be the same. Change isn't always bad. Stop living in the dark ages and embrace change. The game isn't perfect, and never will be. I'm not going to give it a 10 out of 10 but it doesn't deserve 0-4 out of tens either. Learn to embrace change.… Expand
  69. ajh5387
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    Ridiculously Fun

    I had very high expectations after Fallout 3 and New Vegas and Bethesda absolutely delivered. This game builds on the foundation of previous titles and ventures into new territory. Playing on PS4, the graphics are simply stunning. I read some reviews about problems with frame rates on PS4, but I haven't noticed anything. Game runs very smooth for me, no glitches, no    Ridiculously Fun

    I had very high expectations after Fallout 3 and New Vegas and Bethesda absolutely delivered. This game builds on the foundation of previous titles and ventures into new territory. Playing on PS4, the graphics are simply stunning. I read some reviews about problems with frame rates on PS4, but I haven't noticed anything. Game runs very smooth for me, no glitches, no screen tearing, no crashes after some 40+ hours. The feel of the wasteland has never been better. I wasn't surprised by the huge open world with thousands of places to discover, but I was pleasantly surprised by 2 things:

    First, the combat is great. Huge step in the right direction. Especially on a higher difficulty the enemies will challenge you as they run for cover, communicate with each other, use tactics, hurl harsh language, and die with satisfying gore. In past Fallout games, combat was sort of an afterthought when building your character. Fallout 4 has an impressive FPS combat system and the VATS overhaul simply works better. I've never had more fun fighting the dangers of the wasteland. And to top it off, the power armor is fantastic in Fallout 4. From the dazzling good looks, to the fiery explosions, I think they really nailed the power armor this time around. That every piece can be customized, changed, improved and repaired with materials found out in the world is just a bonus to the power armor experience.

    Second, I was very impressed with the characters. The companions have lots of depth including their own likes/dislikes which can change as the game progresses. I consider it a good sign when I start to care about their opinions of me. The dialogue system has a nice feel to it and you can simply walk away any time you want during the conversation.

    The game isn't perfect though. I'm not crazy about the new leveling system and the perks, but its not horrible. Settlement building quickly becomes very demanding if you're not careful. The are some bugs with a few side quests. It can be hard to find companions after parting ways, then wasting time running around trying to find them. Should really have their own map markers with on/off toggle.

    Not going to bother with a Plus/Minus column because the game overwhelmed me with how much they got right while getting just a handful of things wrong. Been playing since the release date and I still don't want to put it down which is primarily why I'm giving it a perfect score. Already excited to start another playthrough. I'm not going to focus on the microscopic amount of flaws, many of which will get fixed in the next patch anyway. And anyone still complaining about the long download time needs to relax. I don't care if it takes a week to download - it's worth it.

    All in all I think the game will make veterans of previous Fallout titles very happy and it will blow the minds of unsuspecting newcomers. The game feels like Fallout. High quality, immersive, long duration, great re-playability. Games are supposed to be fun and Fallout 4 is a ridiculous amount of fun.    … Expand
  70. blilb97
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    I am a huge fallout fan, and this game is exactly what I was expecting. Sure, Bethesda updated their old engine and graphics could have been better, but this game is amazing. I can't put it down and it really feels like you're in a wasteland. A lot of people claim, "it's dumbed down, and just a shooter now" when others say "It doesn't explain things enough to me". People are justI am a huge fallout fan, and this game is exactly what I was expecting. Sure, Bethesda updated their old engine and graphics could have been better, but this game is amazing. I can't put it down and it really feels like you're in a wasteland. A lot of people claim, "it's dumbed down, and just a shooter now" when others say "It doesn't explain things enough to me". People are just hating on the game because everyone is talking about Fallout 4. It's an over saturation thing. Bottom line if you loved Fallout 3, this game is better in every way.… Expand
  71. StrominMormon
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    This deserves a game of the year. The graphics, game play. building etc is so nice. This was a very good comeback with a new and improved Fallout. Bethesda never disappoints!
  72. Wraithe1
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    15 hours in and I really like this game. Scavenging is MUCH more important than ever before. The map is enormous, weapon and armor crafting customization are much more detailed, the graphics are greatly improved despite what the whiners say (no they aren't Witcher 3 good but for a true open world they are wonderful), and although I have experienced a few glitches overall the game has15 hours in and I really like this game. Scavenging is MUCH more important than ever before. The map is enormous, weapon and armor crafting customization are much more detailed, the graphics are greatly improved despite what the whiners say (no they aren't Witcher 3 good but for a true open world they are wonderful), and although I have experienced a few glitches overall the game has worked very well for me on PS4. Its exciting, fun, and worth the money. Not far enough in to know where the main story will take me, but I'm looking forward to it. Giving a game a 0 because you run into some glitch on the first day of release, or because the new game didn't keep some element from the last game that you liked, or because the story doesn't speak to you on some personal level is just retarded. I went to Gamestop three times this week looking for all those copies you people said you were going to sell off and I haven't seen one used copy yet. Your butt-hurt about minor details, dishing out bad scores on all three platforms even though you only play on one, and your still playing it because it's FUN. Crybabies.… Expand
  73. trollkiller
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    once again, the MC "user review" section is nothing but a troll-fest of posters trying to outdo themselves with a 0 or 1 rating on a game most of them probably never played. MC needs to just end this section.

    having said this, if you enjoyed previous fallout games you will love this. It has all the quirkiness and brutality of earler games in a true open world environment--no    once again, the MC "user review" section is nothing but a troll-fest of posters trying to outdo themselves with a 0 or 1 rating on a game most of them probably never played. MC needs to just end this section.

    having said this, if you enjoyed previous fallout games you will love this. It has all the quirkiness and brutality of earler games in a true open world environment--no restrictions on where you go or who you talk to. The game doesnt hold your hands or have any tutorial mode--you learn by doing and dying. I'm 40 hours in and still have most of the main story to go. If you're an RPG fan, dont miss this    … Expand
  74. HungSolo3
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    Wow at the people giving this game a 0 or a 1 that's just ridiculous! I think the game is an 8.5 or a 9 but I'll give it a 10 to balance these harsh reviews. It may not be the best looking game, and it may be buggy but it's Fallout at it's core. The amount of land marks and customization is amazing and it feels limitless. Now about the story, you people don't like it!? That twist though!Wow at the people giving this game a 0 or a 1 that's just ridiculous! I think the game is an 8.5 or a 9 but I'll give it a 10 to balance these harsh reviews. It may not be the best looking game, and it may be buggy but it's Fallout at it's core. The amount of land marks and customization is amazing and it feels limitless. Now about the story, you people don't like it!? That twist though! Please please please don't listen to these bad reviews it's definitely every bit of Fallout that you are hoping for. (btw I' haven't encountered any game breaking bugs so push through and save a lot and you'll be fine.)… Expand
  75. MrFlankster
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    Are people playing a different game than I am? My ONLY gripe with the game is the graphics aren't "next gen." That is the only reason I've docked it one point. I think this Fallout is more accessible than the others, the shooting mechanics are AMAZINGLY improved, and the flow of the stories is much better than in the previous releases.

    As far as stories go, I love the main quest. The    Are people playing a different game than I am? My ONLY gripe with the game is the graphics aren't "next gen." That is the only reason I've docked it one point. I think this Fallout is more accessible than the others, the shooting mechanics are AMAZINGLY improved, and the flow of the stories is much better than in the previous releases.

    As far as stories go, I love the main quest. The side quests, surprisingly, are even better than the main story. The companion dynamic is engaging and fun to play around with. Each companion has their own perk that they bring a long. For example, you can take a companion (Valentine) along with you to hack into computers that are below your skill level. Or, you can take a companion (Piper, I think), whose perk gives you a bump in experience points when wandering the map. This is great for getting early boosts in character level.

    The crafting and inventory management take time to get used to, but once you get the hang of it, it's really engaging, especially with the weapons. It's like Borderlands on steroids, and the changes you make have a noticeable difference. On top of this, you can craft and grow resources that can be used in crafting other useful items.

    It's crazy to me that even the users are getting more picky than the 'professional' reviewers. This game is really thought out and I don't know if the hype of this game let people down. I don't know what people were really expecting, but from what I can see, this game has GOTY written all over it. I'd give it a 10+ if the graphics were even slightly better.    … Expand
  76. Hart
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    I have put in 50+ hours now and feel that I can write a review. Personally I don't know why so many people write review good or bad (mostly bad) when they have never played the game or have only put in a couple of hours. Those are not reviews but more commentaries of the series overall...

    This is a great game and worthy successor to the fallout series. No, it's not a drastic change in    I have put in 50+ hours now and feel that I can write a review. Personally I don't know why so many people write review good or bad (mostly bad) when they have never played the game or have only put in a couple of hours. Those are not reviews but more commentaries of the series overall...

    This is a great game and worthy successor to the fallout series. No, it's not a drastic change in the series like FO3 was moving to 3D, but why would it be? Spending extensive time with Witcher III and Dragon's age this year fallout is a step above overall and there really isn't anything those games have that FO is missing. It's still fallout, if you didn't like FO3 or New Vegas - guess what, you are not going to like this game either. FO4 does have quite a few improvements and is a step forward, no, it doesn't do everything perfect, but this is a video game with real world limits on budget and timeframe for development. I am thrilled the put development into quests and the world and happy the devs allocated their limited resources there - I don't know exactly how much time I am into the game, I suspect about 70-100hrs, and I don't feel anywhere near completion of even just exploring areas.

    My largest criticism is the lack of moral ambiguity. One of my favorite features of New Vegas was that you could experience the game as a "bad" character and still have a storyline and complete the game and have meaningful interactions. Even factions were a mix of morals and there wasn't really a straightforward "good" choice. With FO4 you can be a jerk, but the story and most elements play out the same. If you could choose between making settlements farmers or raiders and rise to control a huge powerful mercenary group that was your settlements would have added a neat "bad" element. The settlement control is also not the best on the console. It's manageable, but not great.

    I will rate the game a 9. I am playing on PS4 and have and no serious bugs that require a restart. Sure in a perfect world the developer would have had time to improve graphics even more and add more features, (hence the 9), but FO4 is still a fantastic game - but it's just a game. Some seem like there were expecting a life-changing event. Sorry, it's just a game.    … Expand
  77. Infamous-Rivera
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is the most addicting game ive played on ps4 this year! you can easily spend hour and hours playing this game. And for that reason itself is why i will gladly pay 60$ for a game like this.

    I only have a few problems with the game though the most obvious but expected reason is the bugs. i feel like i am walking on thin ice sometimes because ive seen game threatening bugs on my    Fallout 4 is the most addicting game ive played on ps4 this year! you can easily spend hour and hours playing this game. And for that reason itself is why i will gladly pay 60$ for a game like this.

    I only have a few problems with the game though the most obvious but expected reason is the bugs.
    i feel like i am walking on thin ice sometimes because ive seen game threatening bugs on my girlfriends or friends play-throughs luckily ive only encountered minor bugs.

    The only other iffy thing i can say about the game negatively is that the building is a fun addition to the game but some of the actual building mechanics itself is a little troublesome to deal with, such as laying down floors and walls and most being uneven or crooked, i just feel like that is an aspect Bethesda could've made some minor changes to. Luckliy its just a side project you can do and is not enforced strongly.

    Graphics - Here is where people seem to have a problem and all i can simply say is this is a game with a full world to explore why must it have to be top graphic specs i mean you are in a post apocalyptic world do you really care to see rubble and debris in such a high quality???

    Gameplay - This is why i love Betheseda games you can put so much time in almost anything your doing whether its exploring, crafting, modding, building, or even reading through the terminals lore, This game will keep you enticed.

    Sound and Music - from the simple sound of dogmeat's footsteps to the explosion of a mini-nuke Fallout 4s sound and music is captivating!

    Overall i could say that this game is way worth more than 60$ And must be an essential to anyone's game library.

    Thanks for Reading c:    … Expand
  78. dowhatsimonsayz
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    This game is everything I hoped it would be. I loved fallout 3 & New Vegas. For me it was never really about the graphics or the character models. It is about the story, the choices & being able to walk around in such a cool post apocalyptic world. Fallout 4 is bigger than is predecessors. Much prettier. I mean the environment is amazing. The weather is a cool addition. Everything from theThis game is everything I hoped it would be. I loved fallout 3 & New Vegas. For me it was never really about the graphics or the character models. It is about the story, the choices & being able to walk around in such a cool post apocalyptic world. Fallout 4 is bigger than is predecessors. Much prettier. I mean the environment is amazing. The weather is a cool addition. Everything from the weapon and armor crafting to the settlement building. Its all amazing. I love the game. 70+ hours in & i still havent seen the full map. All these haters giving it these terrible scores just dont have respect for the art of game building. Fallout 4 is a work of art. Its a beautiful complex thing. All in all I can understand why some simple minded people would get lost & feel overwhelmed in such a magnificent creation.… Expand
  79. prazdnick
    Nov 19, 2015
    4
    Great game! Spent 5 hours building my new house, good thing is that nothing can distract: no interesting quests, no complicated dialogues, no role based system in this game! Waiting new DLC with swimming pool!
  80. DrabbleOne
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    So I'm writing this as Fallout virgin (so can't comment on how much of a step up it is from previous versions), only having once briefly tried Fallout 3 and didn't get on with it a few years ago...
    On the PS4, I am loving this game. It feels very close to GTA5 in the scale of the sandbox. Whereas GTA5 looks better (maybe read brighter) and has a wider, more complex world, I'm finding    So I'm writing this as Fallout virgin (so can't comment on how much of a step up it is from previous versions), only having once briefly tried Fallout 3 and didn't get on with it a few years ago...
    On the PS4, I am loving this game. It feels very close to GTA5 in the scale of the sandbox. Whereas GTA5 looks better (maybe read brighter) and has a wider, more complex world, I'm finding the plot and overall atmosphere within Fallout4 much more engrossing, and I've only scratched the surface so far.
    Graphics are good, sound is good, combat is fine - its no Battlefield 4, but VATS helps a lot. It can be disorientating in 1st person view when surrounded by ghouls, or bugs and you've no idea where they are, so there is a lot of frantic back stepping - but you figure out pretty quickly that in the main you are meant to keep these guys at arms length, so sneaking up on them and sniping from a distance to pick them off before they get close is the name of the game. If you think about it this is never meant to be some crazy COD shooter for the kids, the whole ethos of the game is about keeping your head down, being cautious, picking your fights, and getting the jump on enemies when you choose to engage.
    I have barely come across the bugs all the haters are moaning about, just a bit of Dogmeat levitating, but hey ho, it made me smile. And I am assuming these things can be sorted down the line...?
    If you're a fan of the post apocalyptic think (The Walking Dead etc), then you should love this game and I really like Bethesda's 60's/Cyberpunk identity they have stamped on it...
    I was a PS4 1st day buyer and ever since have felt let down by the quality of games (other than BF4, which I am a big fan of)...and this is the first game I have played for a very long time, which makes me ignore the missus who is trying to lure me to bed with a twinkle in her eye, and instead I end up going to bed 3 hours later to find her fast asleep (and quite annoyed with me!).
    And this is from a 36 year old guy who has a great job, missus and a life, and isn't an avid hard core gamer like some...yet Fallout 4 has got its claws into me (and made me write my first ever review!), which is probably the best endorsement there is for the game!
    Best game out on PS4 that I have played to date by far...it may not be perfect, but greatness is not always as simple as measuring something by the sum of its parts. 9/10    … Expand
  81. Nexusjob
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    I understand why this game is getting mixed reviews, but I think that it's mostly due to the one negative factor that is graphics (also bugs). Apart from that bethesda has done a good job of addressing most of the issues that could be improved with respect to fallout 3 and NV.

    Pros (the ones that spring to mind right now) - Better VATS: now you can't simply stop time, you can only    I understand why this game is getting mixed reviews, but I think that it's mostly due to the one negative factor that is graphics (also bugs). Apart from that bethesda has done a good job of addressing most of the issues that could be improved with respect to fallout 3 and NV.

    Pros (the ones that spring to mind right now)

    - Better VATS: now you can't simply stop time, you can only slow it down. I think this is more balanced.

    - Better levelling: the system is built so you cannot max out individual skills immediately, and all perks can be upgraded. I personally prefer it this way. The downside is that certain locations remain unavailable until your character is able to unlock certain high level perks, such as lockpicking or hacking.

    - Improved looting. This is so important I cannot stress it enough. It's now now much, much quicker than before

    - Followers: your relationship with them can be built to the point that eventually they will give you a special perk and there are specific missions you can do with them if they trust you enough.

    - Weapons don't degrade and they can be fully modified. Same goes for armor.

    - Power armor is now a completely new and very cool game experience.

    - Shooting without VATS now feels much more realistic and satisfying, the fps experience is enhanced. Using melee weapons too

    - Settlements: you can create and run them. It's fun and gives a sense of really making a change in the commonwealth

    - Dogmeat doesn't die within 2 minutes of meeting him

    Cons

    - Graphics are below the level expected from current gen games

    - Lots of bugs, I won't list them. The game crashed 3 times and froze twice on me so far. Hopefully future patches will improve this

    - No karma. I see no valid reason for removing the karma system, although followers will react to your moral choices    … Expand
  82. Madrict
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is brilliant! I have been playing for 70 hours so far and have loved every minute. The graphics are nice, the characters and companions are interesting and varied, the story is engaging and sucked me in and the combat is fun too. The amount of variation is great, always some new location to see, faction to work with or quest to undertake. The base building stuff is fun too.Fallout 4 is brilliant! I have been playing for 70 hours so far and have loved every minute. The graphics are nice, the characters and companions are interesting and varied, the story is engaging and sucked me in and the combat is fun too. The amount of variation is great, always some new location to see, faction to work with or quest to undertake. The base building stuff is fun too. Really though, my favourite aspect is the companions and the great dialogue, there is so much attention to detail in this game and the voice acting is spot on. It is atmospheric and very well put together (apart from a few bugs, which will more than likely get patched anyways). I highly recommend this game!… Expand
  83. IsaacSlade
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    Ooooh boy, Fallout 4. Where to start? First, I'll start with the two complaints I have. One, the game is a bit buggy in some spots. Not bugs as in the amusing kind where physics break and dead bodies go insane, I expected those. I mean bugs that cause the game to temporarily break and I have to reload previous saves to fix it. The kind of bugs that interrupt gameplay in an annoying way.Ooooh boy, Fallout 4. Where to start? First, I'll start with the two complaints I have. One, the game is a bit buggy in some spots. Not bugs as in the amusing kind where physics break and dead bodies go insane, I expected those. I mean bugs that cause the game to temporarily break and I have to reload previous saves to fix it. The kind of bugs that interrupt gameplay in an annoying way. The other is the map size, it feels smaller than 3 and New Vegas but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt and chalk that one up to the fact that a lot more of the map is urban and explorable, so you still spend a good amount of time exploring all the places available. There's also a lot less trekking through empty wasteland to find locations. After all, once you find places you're going to be fast travelling to them anyways.

    The dialogue system is a bit simpler, and that's fine, I don't mind it. The dialogue was never a particular point for me, and it's nice actually having a voice for the protagonist, lets me really enjoy the sarcastic replies, which I love. Gunplay is less tedious and dangerous than before, things will actually die without needing all of your ammo. Super Mutants and Deathclaws are now less tedious and more fun and exciting, because you actually have a chance against them. Well, Super Mutants eventually become more and more possible to kill, but Deathclaws were always impossible to kill. Not so, now, in fact I've killed several already, and it was a hell of a rush. Because I was actually able to kill them, staying and fighting was actually an option for me. A dumb option, but still an option. For me, the difference between 'impossible' and 'difficult but possible' is huge in terms of how much I enjoy it.

    I love the crafting system, too, it lets me make all kinds of modifications for my weapons without needing to buy them. It's really nice, because junk now actually has a value in terms of the crafting parts they contain. Hell, junk is usually the thing that leaves me over-encumbered the most often, and I will literally drop weapons for more valuable junk. So you can tailor your weapons to your fighting style. You can give pistols rifle stocks if you get perks more designed for rifles, and the other way around. You can give your weapons different sights, different receivers for added damage, different magazines for higher capacity, faster reloading, or both, the list goes on, and I love it.

    The story is simple, about as complex as the main stories for 3 and New Vegas. It's not a huge deal to me, I've always preferred exploring and scavenging over playing the main story. Maybe some people see that as a negative point, but I don't. Still, for those of you hoping for an epic story that changes your life, look elsewhere.

    Overall, 9/10. I love it.    … Expand
  84. kenmil
    Nov 19, 2015
    4
    I played this game for 4 hours and that was more than enough for me to remove the disc and list it on eBay. A clunky control system and a menu that has to be one of the worst I have seen, took their toll on my patience. If Bethesda spent 7 years making this piece of junk, they should all do the right thing and resign.
  85. Shiftian_Be
    Nov 18, 2015
    8
    Fallout is back and was sorely missed, but not all is golden..
    As soon as you start playing you realise the graphics are not on par with what most triple-A titles deliver, not even close. The quality is something close to what we saw back on Fallout : New Vegas.
    The way to converse with people has been restyled ans hardly in a good way. (Positive, negative, sarcastic and question) A    Fallout is back and was sorely missed, but not all is golden..
    As soon as you start playing you realise the graphics are not on par with what most triple-A titles deliver, not even close. The quality is something close to what we saw back on Fallout : New Vegas.

    The way to converse with people has been restyled ans hardly in a good way. (Positive, negative, sarcastic and question)
    A little bit down the road in the story you get your first (of many, oh so many) settlements and the buildtool is introduced. Now while it first the tutorial limits itself to learning you about the basic needs within Sanctuary, later on you stumble,upon settlements without adequate housing and you quickly notice how flawed this buildtool really is.. Why not a topdown view?! A grid? Anything other than this crap?

    Now as you progress through the story another problem emerges : framerate issues. Especially in the conclusion of the different faction arcs you experience framerate that is close to gamebreaking.
    The story, and this is a personal matter of course, is rather weak compared to previous installments.
    I was also missing an evil faction to join or support.

    Now, this might seem like I'm hating on the game but I don't.. The wandering, exploring and looting is as fun as it will ever be.
    Modding weapons is great. Legendary weapons are great.
    Some of the restyled enemies look cool.
    The perk system has been looked at, the level cap removed allowing you to become the ultimate wanderer.
    The power suit as a battle-harnass is pretty cool.

    All in all I had fun with this game and it is without a shadow of doubt an addition to your collection, but as it is it doesnt merry a score above 8.    … Expand
  86. sheppard1
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    This is a very good game. So much to do and so many places to explore. Its fallout 3 on a much bigger scale. Ive only logged 25 hours but my experience has been great. No major bugs so far. Ive taken a lot of time learning the crafting and base building systems and now that i understand how it works, its a blast. I played fo3 and fonv and this is better. Love it!!!!!!!
  87. Garfield_Pls
    Nov 18, 2015
    3
    Firstly, full disclosure, I have not actually played Fallout 4 yet. This is partly due to not having a ps4 but mainly due to not actually having heard anything since release which has made me excited enough to go out and buy one.
    One small detail I haven't seen anyone mention yet is that Bethesda has chosen to simply re-use non human enemy types totally ignoring what would realistically    Firstly, full disclosure, I have not actually played Fallout 4 yet. This is partly due to not having a ps4 but mainly due to not actually having heard anything since release which has made me excited enough to go out and buy one.
    One small detail I haven't seen anyone mention yet is that Bethesda has chosen to simply re-use non human enemy types totally ignoring what would realistically be present in the area the game is set in. A quick google search lets you know what animals are around in Boston and bears, scorpions and crabs do not feature on that list. It does seem as though Bethesda are just resigned to including what people assume is 'Fallout-y' in the same way that Final Fantasy games just HAVE to include a Chocobo or Pokemon has to include Pikachu. I just find this to be lazy design. Obviously my main gripe is that I feel that Bethesda has lost touch with what Fallout's core engagement was for many people. Fallout was a franchise I turned to to totally lose myself in another world with different rules and something which kept me constantly returning was the ability to solve issues in whatever manner I wanted in accordance with the character I was playing. It seems to me that the inclusion of a radial conversation wheel -although necessary for the voice acting as they would have been unable to pay someone to speak every line of dialogue in Fallout 3 or New Vegas- takes away many opportunities to fully role play as the character you create. I have been told by a friend that Fallout is a competent, or even great shooter. However, I never went to Fallout games for shooting mechanics. I grudgingly tolerated the shooting, preferring to use high intelligence and charisma to deal with situations if possible and snipe from afar if that turned out to be impossible for whatever reason. But the thing is, that was perfectly viable in New Vegas and to an extent in Fallout 3 also. When I think about what I was most excited by when hearing there was to be a new Fallout game, voice acting and shooter mechanics didn't enter into my mind at all. What I thought of was a rich organic game world with interesting places to visit, hundreds of side quests with memorable characters and the ability to replay the game over and over again as whichever character I fancied being. I looked forward to being both a paragon and a cannibalistic mass murderer with equal fervor and hearing what everyone is saying here it seems that my excitement was misplaced. I think the reason this is so low a score is I know in my head what this game could have been and I mourn for that game. The only thing I can say I am happy about it that the game was announced so close to release, if the hype had been any more I feel I would be even more disappointed and angry than I am. The world did not need any more competent shooters. We already have games where you shoot things, we already have games where you shoot things in a big open world. This is a game that didn't need to exist and to drag the name of Fallout in the mud at the same time. I just see it as insulting to the collective intelligence of those of us who play games. I will likely watch this on a stream or in installments on a youtube channel but I will be watching it for the personalities and reactions of the people playing, my excitement for this game itself is totally gone. Additionally, the amount of preorder **** that was shoved down our throats has left a sour taste in my mouth. Make a good game Bethesda and people will buy it on release day. You've proven you know how to make amazing games. Skyrim was amazing, the Fallout entries up to this point have been amazing. Don't go backwards.    … Expand
  88. Ignatios
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    Such a GREAT game FOR SURE!!!! If you really want to spent many many hours and just having absolute fun then I suggest to put all of your money on Fallout 4
  89. Underpants158
    Nov 18, 2015
    7
    WHAT IS THIS GAME?!: A post-apocalyptic open world RPG!
    PROS
    -World feels lived in. When you are walking around you will see all sorts of interesting things and meet some interesting people however a lot of them are never fleshed out. Don't expect to talk to somebody and learn his or her life story. -Main story is actually good. The main story from my experience is better than the side    WHAT IS THIS GAME?!: A post-apocalyptic open world RPG!
    PROS
    -World feels lived in. When you are walking around you will see all sorts of interesting things and meet some interesting people however a lot of them are never fleshed out. Don't expect to talk to somebody and learn his or her life story.
    -Main story is actually good. The main story from my experience is better than the side quests which historically (from what I hear) has not been the case.

    Cons:
    -BUGS!! So much bugs. Frame rate stutters during action. Once I tried to do a running jump during a gun fight and I bugged out and went sideways. Aiming gets reaaal frustrating because of this.
    -No auto-aim correction on a console fps. I suppose it's because they have vats. You can use vats to aim at a person, exit vats, and then start shooting but it's not as good as an auto-aim correction.
    -This is just my opinion but I don't find this world very fun to explore. Oh, there's a building? I wonder what's in it. Probably a bunch of enemies just like every other building in the game!

    Conclusion: It's not great. It's not changing the landscape of video games like people, perhaps wrongfully, thought it would. It's just a good game. Honestly if the bugs were gone and there was an auto-aim correction I would probably give this game an 8/9. Or if I played it on the PC I would have probably gave this game an 8/9. So if you have a supped up PC get this game for that instead.    … Expand
  90. jwanaps
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    GOTY! 10/10. What else to say, game has everything, action, colours, characters, enemies, open world exploration, best weapons in video games at the moment, inc weapon customisation. Fortress building, this is unbelievable. There are no glitches, I have encountered, think the naysayers have played another game. The game is just great in every facet, play the game as you want it to beGOTY! 10/10. What else to say, game has everything, action, colours, characters, enemies, open world exploration, best weapons in video games at the moment, inc weapon customisation. Fortress building, this is unbelievable. There are no glitches, I have encountered, think the naysayers have played another game. The game is just great in every facet, play the game as you want it to be played, with or without vats, story or shoot em up. Pillage or barter. The choices make Fallout an impressive, massively scaled awesome game. Just because the perk system isn't perfect doesn't mean it is a '0/10' children. Great game, don't even need to praise the game, just get the game and enjoy it, it becomes more enjoyable, as you level up!!… Expand
  91. Jackpank
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    Ive put in over 36 hours and I can officially say that this is one of my favorite games of the year, there are a few bugs here and there but that is overlooked with it's overall beauty
  92. Gazombie
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    Absolutely gutted about this game. I waited so long to play it after enjoying fallout 3 so much I was expecting another adventure like the previous but I was left disappointed.

    This is the PS4 and the graphics for me was awful it felt like I had put the disc in my PS3 and gone back in time but I can still enjoy games where graphics aren't good. From graphics to combat the game feels    Absolutely gutted about this game. I waited so long to play it after enjoying fallout 3 so much I was expecting another adventure like the previous but I was left disappointed.

    This is the PS4 and the graphics for me was awful it felt like I had put the disc in my PS3 and gone back in time but I can still enjoy games where graphics aren't good.

    From graphics to combat the game feels so buggy I just couldn't concentrate.

    Thankfully I didn't pay for the season pass and the game has been traded in, I feel let down by Bethesda and this is not the fallout 4 I believe most people was expecting.    … Expand
  93. FoxyByProxy
    Nov 18, 2015
    8
    Would get a 10/10 but the loading screens are stupidly long. Visually it is a pretty good game. There are lots of spots where the game can bug out, though.
  94. STROKESs1997
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    Não é um jogo perfeito, na realidade eu gostaria de dar um 7, mas para equilibrar dei um 9 pelo fato de existir vários trools que atrapalham o user score.
    sinceramente o minimo que esse jogo merece é um "4 - 5" mas dei o máximo que eu acho "7" pelo fato do jogo ter uma historia bastante clichê, além dos diversos bugs , na versão Brasileira pelo menos o bug que mais incomoda são as    Não é um jogo perfeito, na realidade eu gostaria de dar um 7, mas para equilibrar dei um 9 pelo fato de existir vários trools que atrapalham o user score.
    sinceramente o minimo que esse jogo merece é um "4 - 5" mas dei o máximo que eu acho "7" pelo fato do jogo ter uma historia bastante clichê, além dos diversos bugs , na versão Brasileira pelo menos o bug que mais incomoda são as legendas que estão atrasadas, o que dificulta entender a historia. Existe bugs aonde NPC surgem do nada, e alguns na versão de PC que o pip boy trava,literalmente, precisando dar reset no jogo.
    A melhor parte desse jogo sem dúvida é a liberdade, a IA é meio atrasada em termos técnicos mas não atrapalha totalmente o combate, o problema mais comum nesse aspecto são inimigos correndo em zig zag no meio do tiroteio.
    A historia como dito antes é previsível e algumas vezes as side quest são mais interessantes do que a própria campanha principal, o que infelizmente é um ponto negativo...
    Vale a pena pagar R$ 200?
    acho que ainda não vale tudo isso, se você ainda tiver seu fallout 3 recomendo explorar mais um pouco ate o preço do 4 cair pelo menos para 150...    … Expand
  95. USMCScout0352
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    I wish I could give this a 9.5, as nothing is ever "perfect", but I'll actually be conservative and low-ball the game to be ultra-fair countering my absolute love for this game. I've put about 60 hours into Fallout 4 at this point. Usually with video games that my brother will tell me to try out, I'll shoot it full of holes and lose interest within 5-10 hours or less. MGSV, AssassinsI wish I could give this a 9.5, as nothing is ever "perfect", but I'll actually be conservative and low-ball the game to be ultra-fair countering my absolute love for this game. I've put about 60 hours into Fallout 4 at this point. Usually with video games that my brother will tell me to try out, I'll shoot it full of holes and lose interest within 5-10 hours or less. MGSV, Assassins Creed, even Skyrim.... didn't do anything for me. My love for FO3 propelled me through the beginning of FO4, but it wasn't until about 15-20 hours did I start to grasp the sheer scope of this game, and THAT is when the magic and realization of the greatness I was experiencing hit me. It's huge. Ignore the claims of "small map size", and "buggy performance". Ignore the complaints of "repetitive quests".

    If you played Fallout 3 back in 2008 when it came out, it WAS a buggy mess, yet still was incredible all at the same time, while having many more limitations gameplay wise than FO4. I loved Fallout 3, still do, and always considered it to be one of the best games I've ever played. I'm not a fanatical gamer, but thats because it takes a lot for a product to grab my attention and hold it. FO3 did it, and I put about 200-220 hours into that game over two different games, so I was looking forward to what FO4 had to bring to the table. So let's get right down to it:

    Pros:
    - The map is huge and seamless. At no time did I think I was restricted because of size. The density of the map regarding locations available for discovery made me feel that the size of the game was in the CONTENT. That isn't to say the map isn't physically large, it is, and theres no loading on the main map like in the city portions of FO3. Like I said, I've got 60 hours in, and I feel I'll need another 200 to see everything.

    - Gunplay is greatly improved. So much so that I only use VATS when I'm in a tough spot with enemies bearing down on me in numbers for instance. The weapons all "feel" right and rewarding.

    - The environment itself. Hearing Raiders and others go full bore against each other a few blocks away, and then have a Vertibird swoop in, mini-gun rocking out the side, to insert two BOS operatives completely randomly is truly an immersive experience the first time you see it, because you don't expect it. The game surprises me everytime I turn it on.

    - Stability. Yes, stability. I've had only 3 crashes in 60 hours of gameplay. While that might seem unacceptable, it's a huge improvement from the 3 crashes I would have in 3 hours of FO3 upon release. Bethesda put out a very complex, detailed game and the fact that I truly get the 1080P 30fps 95% of the time with minimal crashing is impressive. I expect further patches, as we all should, but out of the gate you can't ask for better. Not for what you're getting as a whole.

    - The story is engaging and the characters I've found myself genuinely interested in their individual dilemmas. I've yet to see them all, but so far I've been completely into what is going on in their little worlds.

    - The settlement and crafting aspects takes a bit to get used to, but once you do it quickly becomes addicting. I find myself constantly doing quests elsewhere and then devoting an hour to checking on my settlers, ensuring trade is being conducted, they have enough water/food/beds/defenses/etc. They haven't been attacked heavily yet, maybe 1 or 2 Deathclaws was the worst I've seen so far, but I have a feeling it's coming. I did lost a settlement last night while I was away, but have yet to investigate to see what has occurred. Considering I had a robust defense setup at that particular site, it has me wondering if the heat has been turned up. Engaging, without a doubt, and a very positive inclusion to the game.

    Cons:
    - Artificial Intelligence regarding combat and sneaking. I just took your buddies' head off with a suppressed .50 cal, Mr. Raider, and all I hear is "Who's there?........ Ah probably nothing...." and it stays on "CAUTION" for detectability. Is that unrealistic? You bet your sweet ass. Yet it doesn't break the game for me. Hell, I NEED that handicap half the time lol Now, there is a line to that, because once the group sees you, it's on like Donkey Kong. But if you're careful and have the tools, you can make heads explode right next to the other bad guys who you can't see and they won't think anything of it half the time.

    - Companions going "Leroy Jenkins" when you're trying to be sneaky. If I'm not doing their particular quests, I don't travel with a companion, but they WILL blow your cover at some point unnecessarily and rush right into combat.

    - Diamond City Radio DJ. I get what he's supposed to be, a completely unconfident, introverted, loser who has major self-esteem issues, which his voice actor portrays very well. But I do find him ultra depressing. Maybe there's more depth to him further into the game, maybe I can help get him laid and he turns into the Big Bopper, who knows?

    No more space! 9.5/10    … Expand
  96. Rockitforme
    Nov 18, 2015
    1
    A very mediocre streamlined experience. The entire thing just makes me wish I was playing New Vegas instead. It's shallow and the entire thing reeks of dumbing down.
  97. holycrusader
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    What a great game! I have to say the music director made a perfect job on this one. Traveling the wasteland with my dog-friend, finding creepy, foggy places was really fun because the background music was making it real. This particular song with the violin was giving me the chills! I must admit that fallout is more of an exploration game than an action game and I was expecting that. TheWhat a great game! I have to say the music director made a perfect job on this one. Traveling the wasteland with my dog-friend, finding creepy, foggy places was really fun because the background music was making it real. This particular song with the violin was giving me the chills! I must admit that fallout is more of an exploration game than an action game and I was expecting that. The game is not a big improvement but I don't care... I wanted to play a good old fallout game on my ps4 with better graphics! If you want to loose yourself in a vaste, rich world and have a good time alone, don't hesitate, buy the game and for the price, it's worth it !!!… Expand
  98. MetaCrap
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    Fallout games do not work so they literally deserve a 0/10. This is not a joke review. The game might work a while from now or it might never work. You never know with Bethesda.
  99. Snaketiger
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    Excellent Open World, vaste et complet, un "Je suis une légende" like, une liberté d'action, construction de petite ville, dans l'ensemble jolie, craft d'armes, armures, chimie, cuisine, tableau de compétence conséquent, bref un très bon jeu que je découvre !
  100. SolidSnake1231
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well where to start if you played any of the previous Fallout games than you should feel right at home. Right of the bat you can tell the graphic have improved much over the previous two games Fallout 3 and Fallout New Vegas. In the beginning you get a choice of male of female with a very impressive character creator I think you can make almost anybody if you put your mind to it. Than after that you get a brief game play section of pre-war life before the bombs drop and rushed off the vault 111 and get cryogenically frozen than you wake up 200 years later, make your way out of the vault. Then from that point onward you can do whatever want with a pretty vast open world with many things to explore and quests to complete. Gun play has improved to the points that making VATS not a necessity anymore, crafting power armor, weapons, and regular armor can be in depth and settlement building can be a huge time sinker in a good way. However the glitches are back and after putting 60 hours in already I can narrow it down 90% funny glitches and bugs that don't break the game and are funny to see and 10% game breaking glitches and bugs this is why it's encouraging to save often with multiple files. In the end you'll definitely gets your money's worth whether your a veteran of the series or not. This is the most welcoming and best designed game of the series so far.… 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
  3. Negative: 0 out of 58
  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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