Fallout 4

 PlayStation 4
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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 6079 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 3,504 out of 6079
  2. Mixed: 1,171 out of 6079
  3. Negative: 1,404 out of 6079
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  1. eeanmuir
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    I have 2 hours thus far. I had to peel my ass off the couch to go to bed to get up early for work.

    Super excited to further explore - everything I had hoped for thus far.
  2. OriginalName1
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Graphics don't make a game. The open world feels amazing and the story, for how far I have gotten, seems really good. While all the negative reviews are right that the game didn't live up to they hype train, we were all ready to call Fallout 4 the best thing ever made, and nothing can live up to that hype. If you want an open world RPG you willOne of the best games I have ever played. Graphics don't make a game. The open world feels amazing and the story, for how far I have gotten, seems really good. While all the negative reviews are right that the game didn't live up to they hype train, we were all ready to call Fallout 4 the best thing ever made, and nothing can live up to that hype. If you want an open world RPG you will love this game.… Expand
  3. The6ovnar
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Fallout 4 is an interesting phenomenon. It recaptures so much of the greatness of Fallout 3 but there lies the issue. Fallout 3 released in 2008 a good 7 years ago and what defines a great game has changed a lot since then.

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

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

    The crafting system in this game is immense and I have already spent a lot of time building out two settlements and scavenging for fusion cores to power my awesome power armor. In fact I have barely touched the “Story” instead immersing myself in the world and exploring. That’s how you play a Fallout game. If you’re looking for a linear by the book experience then this won’t be the game for you. If you’re looking for state of the art mechanics or graphics this won’t be the game for you. If you are looking for an immersive experience that drags you kicking and screaming into a chaotic and ruthless world then this IS the game for you. That is why I love Fallout and why I find myself spending hours upon hours inside its world despite glaring issues that have lasted for years.    … Expand
  4. Bartisan
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Only five hours in and I know this is going to occupy a lot of my time. The new crafting system adds a great level of gameplay in an already massive world. I am annoyed by the graphic complaints, because a great game is more that just shiny objects (and hey, it's the apocalypse. Most everything is rusted). Yes, it feels a bit like Fallout 3 visually, but the depth of story and interaction options well surpass any meager shifts in visuals. And honestly, plying the grimy outskirts of post-nuclear rebuilt Boston SHOULD feel grim.

    As role-playing games go, this will probably be the one folks are talking about for quite some time. Bravo, Bethesda. You've done it again.    … Expand
  5. Cberry96
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Flat out... Fallout 4 is a great Bethesda game. DO NOT trust these user reviews! The game's graphics aren't

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

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

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

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

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

    Bethesda's games or open-world RPGs in general, Then you will undoubtedly love this game!    … Expand
  6. bonniebanks
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    Cant understand the poor reviews? If you loved FO3 then this is for you. Think if FO3 was on a 14" black&white TV then FO4 is a HD plasma. Excellent graphics, good story (so far) VATS improved.
  7. blackdave666
    Nov 10, 2015
    5
    Tech issues and bugs classical Bethesda release .. game itself looks and plays great. Do not recommend buying now for PC. Wait for the first wave of patches.
  8. Lawgun
    Nov 10, 2015
    5
    I have played this game already when it was called Fallout 3 in 2007 and even then it was outdated product. Bethesda is totally inadequate and just changed graphics for a little and added Inappropriate features. To all blind fans - you were cheated once again and just wait for MMO as a next Fallout game.
  9. HiddenName
    Nov 10, 2015
    4
    The game is not intuitive, it is not a game for casual players. Here guides do not exist, you'll be tired half a day to move the game forward. PS4 is declines frames per second. The story is as simple as tripe with oil, literally the moment we are in the apocalypse. Nothing special.
  10. erfanj
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    I really miss those years where gamers would understand the concept and standards of Gameplay in a game and how powerful it can be, and I can't quite understand all the hate this game's getting considering all the strong elements... Fallout's gameplay has always been amazing and varied, and now with a compelling story line and rich characterization, this is the definitive Bethesda RPGI really miss those years where gamers would understand the concept and standards of Gameplay in a game and how powerful it can be, and I can't quite understand all the hate this game's getting considering all the strong elements... Fallout's gameplay has always been amazing and varied, and now with a compelling story line and rich characterization, this is the definitive Bethesda RPG we've wanted (and that's pretty much what the reviewers have been saying). I guess all gamers want these days are realistic graphics and they don't care for linear environments and repetitive/invariant gameplay based on some mechanics of previous beloved games of their favorite franchises… Expand
  11. mewbomb
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    When playing this game, I think a lot of people actually will enjoy playing if they allow themselves, but whether they want the game to succeed or crash and burn will really decide how they feel about it. Bethesda didn't add much aside from making the gameplay much better for a shooter rpg and adding an incredibly robust system to build in game structures and modify your weapons and armorWhen playing this game, I think a lot of people actually will enjoy playing if they allow themselves, but whether they want the game to succeed or crash and burn will really decide how they feel about it. Bethesda didn't add much aside from making the gameplay much better for a shooter rpg and adding an incredibly robust system to build in game structures and modify your weapons and armor beyond anything we see in even the average rpg. The story was about as sound as any previous Bethesda game in the last decade, and their changes to dialogue didn't seem to make it worse for wear. There are some places where their graphics team should have done better and I can't really excuse bugs when they happen (though I have yet to see them, there are others who have reviewed and seen them).… Expand
  12. Zantos
    Nov 10, 2015
    6
    in Summary cool world nice shooting system but awful controls on pc with mouse and keyboard and the dialogue system is complete trash. Its absolutely no fun to talk to other people. Every time 4 answer possibilities most of them are yes no or maybe and the third is a one-liner too. not a worthy successor for Fallout 3 or New Vegas. Maybe Mods will do it
  13. ptnull
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    In a few words: Everything a real ROLE playing game could have. Bethesda was able to do it again... Fallout 4 It's simply brilliant ! So much new and inovative things to do, that never existed in previous games.
  14. Sinister51
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    As usual the trolls and haters blanket a new game across all platforms with misery. While there may be a few issues it definitely does not warrant a 0/10 score.
  15. kalimayakitty
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Do not believe the zero score naysayers, this game is awesome. Judging by their reviews, it is quite apparent some that gave a zero or extremely low score don't even own the game and have not played it. I guess some people will always act like children and get thrills out of lies and negativity.

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

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

    Highly recommend FO4, there is indeed BANG for your bucks. While not absolutely perfect, it is close enough to warrant a 9.5 score. I'm scoring it a 10 to mitigate the loser lying trolls. Happy gaming!    … Expand
  16. ringontherail
    Nov 10, 2015
    4
    Thank you, Bethesda, for providing us the clearest picture yet of the "professional critic" landscape. Between the obvious lack of heart involved in this cash-grab glorified Fallout 3 DLC, the use of a tired, buggy engine and the "streamlined" dialog one realizes that 90% of these review web-sites or magazines are clearly in Bethesda's pocket.
    We consumers need to do each other a favor,    Thank you, Bethesda, for providing us the clearest picture yet of the "professional critic" landscape. Between the obvious lack of heart involved in this cash-grab glorified Fallout 3 DLC, the use of a tired, buggy engine and the "streamlined" dialog one realizes that 90% of these review web-sites or magazines are clearly in Bethesda's pocket.
    We consumers need to do each other a favor, and stop visiting web sites that continue to rain 8's 9's and 10's on every high-profile, large studio release.    … Expand
  17. wgillis
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    This game is great despite others complaints. Yes, they removed some things like hardcore mode but they added a ton of other stuff. To me it is more of the same great stuff I remember from FO3.
  18. LudwigA
    Nov 10, 2015
    3
    Overall: sub-par.

    The game is basically worthless as a RPG or a Fallout game, so if that's what you are after, this is not for you. Play something like Witcher 3, Pillars of Eternity or replay F1/F2 instead. But even as a action shooter, the game is not actually good. Mediocre is the word that keeps popping into my head as I walk around the wasteland and shoot stuff while listening to    Overall: sub-par.

    The game is basically worthless as a RPG or a Fallout game, so if that's what you are after, this is not for you. Play something like Witcher 3, Pillars of Eternity or replay F1/F2 instead. But even as a action shooter, the game is not actually good. Mediocre is the word that keeps popping into my head as I walk around the wasteland and shoot stuff while listening to 50s music.

    It's a generally clunky game, while the AI of both enemies and companions is a joke. "Hey we got some cover right there, but let's not use it and instead run straight at the enemy that just has mowed down my four buddies!" The story is weak, the characters one-dimensional and the dialogues are down right cringeworthy. And the whole conversation wheel is just dumb. The graphics are improved from previous Bethesda titles, but is still several years behind even when you take into the account the large environments. Witcher 3 has vastly superior graphics, for instance.

    The gun play is better than FO 3, but still clunky and uninspiring and still not on the level of your average first/third person shooter. The whole construction bit just feels pasted on and not really part of the game. The fact that all the game-play mechanics that New Vegas added and improved over FO3 have been removed, is just stupid. No one forced you to play hardcore mode in FNV, but the option was there for those who wished it.

    The world is basically the game's strongest aspect, and it ranges from somewhat interesting to dull. Many locations are nothing but enemy spawn-points with loot. Sometimes there is some sort of story or background attached to a location, but often it just feels like a waste of time to explore them. I like many of the power armor mechanics in the game, but Bethesda made the armor itself so easy to get and so prevalent in the world, that it didn't feel like anything special in the end.

    So all in all, I'm not at all impressed. I regret my purchase.    … Expand
  19. ps4lover
    Nov 10, 2015
    0
    Fallout 4 is great game.. character model look terrible. dialogue is awesome.. gameplay/combat is great. voice acting is top notch.. there are some bugs/glitches and framerate sometimes dropped
  20. GamerJones
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    5-hours in (after the initial startup, face editing and prologue gameplay) and i absolutely love it. There has been a lot of hype about this game, and as the window closed in on the release, the skeptics grew in size. However, this game, at least for me, lives up to all of its hype. Bethesda RPG's have never been known for deep dialogue and gripping storytelling as much as they are the5-hours in (after the initial startup, face editing and prologue gameplay) and i absolutely love it. There has been a lot of hype about this game, and as the window closed in on the release, the skeptics grew in size. However, this game, at least for me, lives up to all of its hype. Bethesda RPG's have never been known for deep dialogue and gripping storytelling as much as they are the absolute kings of open world exploration games, and no one else can make the player feel as free to do what ever, as they do. Sure the graphics arent the best in the business compared to other games and RPGS of this generation (Witcher 3, Far Cry 4 etc.) but its still god damn beautiful in its own way, and it plays oh so smoothly. Sure there are bugs, but there has been in any game taking on this caliber of content size! If you loved Fallout 3 and SKyrim, then just buy this game right now! You wont be dissapointed!… Expand
  21. Killga
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    As a Fallout veteran (I played FO1 and FO2 already in the 90s) I really like most of the changes they did to character customization and itemization, which both feel great, and I dont miss degrading weapons and armour conditions at all. Fights are as tough early on as in any FO game, updated V.A.T.S. feels a bit less cheesy than before, and opponent A.I. appears much improved as well. WhatAs a Fallout veteran (I played FO1 and FO2 already in the 90s) I really like most of the changes they did to character customization and itemization, which both feel great, and I dont miss degrading weapons and armour conditions at all. Fights are as tough early on as in any FO game, updated V.A.T.S. feels a bit less cheesy than before, and opponent A.I. appears much improved as well. What keeps me from giving it a flat 10 are the few bugs I encountered in talking to NPCs early on and the sub-optimal implementation of housebuilding which feels a bit too clunky.… Expand
  22. Ssbm1079
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    "This Game is just awesome"
    I don't think that any other things can describe FALLOUT4 better
    Great gameplay and lots of fun
    You really gonna get addicted to this one
    Especially rpg gamers
  23. Vixzer
    Nov 10, 2015
    5
    Fallout 4 has the same performance as the Assassin Creeds Unity - needles to say I am asking for a refund.

    The story might be awesome but with the terrible frames and performance overall, no matter the excuses achieving Zero fps and all other frame rate issues is something that equals Bethesda with Ubisoft in my view. The frame rate problems affects the aim (how am I supposed to aim    Fallout 4 has the same performance as the Assassin Creeds Unity - needles to say I am asking for a refund.

    The story might be awesome but with the terrible frames and performance overall, no matter the excuses achieving Zero fps and all other frame rate issues is something that equals Bethesda with Ubisoft in my view.

    The frame rate problems affects the aim (how am I supposed to aim without seeing properly?), we get normally stuck on places, I lost some progress with this as I had to close the game and start again from the last save (multiple times)

    For all that, Fallout 4 deserves only a rating of 5 (and I am being generous).    … Expand
  24. TWDDUDE
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    This game is awesome, it has some fps flaws and few bugs (that's all I have encountered) but the game itself is **** perfect, fun story, great atmosphere, good character creator and **** load of stuff to do.

    C'mon people this game deserves more than 6.5 user score
  25. Yoloswagger328
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    This is literally the best game ever made, it will change your life. Perfect graphics perfekt gameplay everything we could ask for... the long wait was definetaly worth it!!
  26. rammy
    Nov 10, 2015
    5
    This hurts..but..Fallout 4 feels unfinished and poorly done. The graphics, characters and interface are off and it's bugged like hell. It's just fallout 3 one more time, and that's not good enough for me anymore - not with other massive games like witcher 3 and phantom pain around. I think I'm gonna sell this off right away -what a massive disappointment (and I love the other games in theThis hurts..but..Fallout 4 feels unfinished and poorly done. The graphics, characters and interface are off and it's bugged like hell. It's just fallout 3 one more time, and that's not good enough for me anymore - not with other massive games like witcher 3 and phantom pain around. I think I'm gonna sell this off right away -what a massive disappointment (and I love the other games in the franchise).… Expand
  27. Oninova
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Game play is fantastic, story telling is amazing, and voice protagonist adds a whole new dynamic! People have been pretty critical of graphics not meeting their expectations, but I think the game looks fantastic personally. If you're a fan of good game play and story, wrapped in hundreds of hours of content, then this is the game for you.
  28. Tradadam
    Nov 10, 2015
    0
    Game becomes boring very quickly. Plot is extremely dull and pedestrian. Characters and dialogs lack any atmospheric associations with an apocalyptic atmosphere. Don't buy!
  29. jl747
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    I have only been playing for about six hours, but I am already hooked. For all those people complaining about graphics and other issues, while I understand where they are coming from but there is more to a game then just graphics. I have been playing fallout since the first game and this has to rank up there with one of better games of the series. It may not have the huge job that wasI have only been playing for about six hours, but I am already hooked. For all those people complaining about graphics and other issues, while I understand where they are coming from but there is more to a game then just graphics. I have been playing fallout since the first game and this has to rank up there with one of better games of the series. It may not have the huge job that was from 2 to 3 but that doesn't mean it didn't make some great improvements in the game, including the combat system, streamlined perks, and others

    That is not to say that the game is without its set of problems there are some annoying bugs, which hopefully they will fix with upcoming patches. But, people are constantly putting the game down or rating it a zero are not giving it a fair shake. This year has seen some great games but this game is still worthy to be counted among one of the best of the year.

    So overall I would give it a 9 out of 10 if it was not for the bugs I would have rated even higher.    … Expand
  30. klausthewretchd
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Fallout 4 is an amazing game, one of the best ever made. Sorry but people bashing this game have no valid reason to do so. My gf and I are running it on both platforms works flawlessly. No it doesn't look as good graphics wise as say mgsv but it's definitely a massive beautiful game. And the pip boy app is so cool, imagine browsing inventory on your cell! Coolest thing I've seen in awhileFallout 4 is an amazing game, one of the best ever made. Sorry but people bashing this game have no valid reason to do so. My gf and I are running it on both platforms works flawlessly. No it doesn't look as good graphics wise as say mgsv but it's definitely a massive beautiful game. And the pip boy app is so cool, imagine browsing inventory on your cell! Coolest thing I've seen in awhile gaming wise. I cant wait to spend countless hours playing this, maybe some are just intimidated and the gaming trolls will calm down eventually haha. Don't pass this game up from what you hear online, redbox it and try for yourself before missing out on such an amazing experience.… Expand
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Metascore
87

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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