Fallout 4

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  1. Higepanda
    Jul 5, 2023
    9
    本シリーズの中でも、ソロプレイでは一番のクオリティを誇るタイトルだと思います。
    ボリュームを重視するとストーリーがないがしろにされがちですが、このタイトルは「脚本」「ゲームとしての面白さ」を両立できており、ストーリー重視のRPGを日頃プレイしているユーザーであっても、満足できるだけのストーリー展開だと思います。
    拠点のビルド、武器のカスタマイズ、アイテム生成といったクラフトの楽しみまで、自由度高く味わえるのも最高です。    本シリーズの中でも、ソロプレイでは一番のクオリティを誇るタイトルだと思います。
    ボリュームを重視するとストーリーがないがしろにされがちですが、このタイトルは「脚本」「ゲームとしての面白さ」を両立できており、ストーリー重視のRPGを日頃プレイしているユーザーであっても、満足できるだけのストーリー展開だと思います。
    拠点のビルド、武器のカスタマイズ、アイテム生成といったクラフトの楽しみまで、自由度高く味わえるのも最高です。
  2. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!
  3. Naujj
    Nov 11, 2015
    8
    Awesome game. Although it seems Bethesda (for some reason) decided against updating the graphics and decided against going with 2015 motion cap. If you like Fallout then you won't be disappointed, however Bethesda missed a huge chance to move this series forward. If i could, i would give this game an 8.9, just short of glorious. You have GOT to move the game mechanics for Fallout forward,Awesome game. Although it seems Bethesda (for some reason) decided against updating the graphics and decided against going with 2015 motion cap. If you like Fallout then you won't be disappointed, however Bethesda missed a huge chance to move this series forward. If i could, i would give this game an 8.9, just short of glorious. You have GOT to move the game mechanics for Fallout forward, Bethesda. It won't work next time.… Expand
  4. Masterhummel
    Nov 17, 2015
    8
    Fallout 4 has flaws. Especially the dialogues and awkward start. But then, the game does a great job on telling story with world building. I helped a crew of robot pirates on a flying sail ship, i followed radio signals and found out about the entire history of a settlement from the brothers who founded it to the supermutants inhabiting it in 2282 and i found out about a boy exploiting hisFallout 4 has flaws. Especially the dialogues and awkward start. But then, the game does a great job on telling story with world building. I helped a crew of robot pirates on a flying sail ship, i followed radio signals and found out about the entire history of a settlement from the brothers who founded it to the supermutants inhabiting it in 2282 and i found out about a boy exploiting his teacher who fed his students with mentats - shortly before discovering his mentats stash. Fallout was never about a controlled experience that feeds you content step by step, i feel it was always about observing and exploring instead of participating in a rollercoaster ride. With all the shortcomings the game has - and there are plenty of them - i'm happy they did it that way.… Expand
  5. drlowdon
    Feb 12, 2016
    8
    Even the biggest Fallout fan would find it hard to deny that this is pretty much the same game as, the now seven year old, Fallout 3 with a basic settlement building option (that can basically be ignored anyway) being the only real noticeable difference.

    Despite this, and the criminally long loading times every time you enter a new area, I must admit I thoroughly enjoyed Fallout 4 and    Even the biggest Fallout fan would find it hard to deny that this is pretty much the same game as, the now seven year old, Fallout 3 with a basic settlement building option (that can basically be ignored anyway) being the only real noticeable difference.

    Despite this, and the criminally long loading times every time you enter a new area, I must admit I thoroughly enjoyed Fallout 4 and this make it a very difficult game to review. I went with an 8 out of 10 in the end as judged on its own merits its a very good game but others will rightly be less forgiving of the lack of progress the series has made.    … Expand
  6. Gaz
    Oct 7, 2020
    8
    I put over 100 hours into Fallout 3 and have well over that amount of time invested into Fallout 4. Personally, while I don't think it quite achieves the level of quality that Fallout 3 had, it's a very solid and enjoyable Fallout game that's well worth your time.

    Fallout 4 is divisive among fans, and I can understand why. While the story is interesting enough, the dialogue suffers due    I put over 100 hours into Fallout 3 and have well over that amount of time invested into Fallout 4. Personally, while I don't think it quite achieves the level of quality that Fallout 3 had, it's a very solid and enjoyable Fallout game that's well worth your time.

    Fallout 4 is divisive among fans, and I can understand why. While the story is interesting enough, the dialogue suffers due to the flat performance of the protagonist's voice actor (I played as a male, not sure about female performance) and the lack of depth to conversation options. The game effectively tries to be Mass Effect and it isn't very good at it. Fallout 3 seemed to have a conversation option for every kind of player in every kind of situation. Fallout 4 gives vague commands that result in the protagonist saying things that you never intended for them to say. These commands are are basically always the same: Positive response, negative response, sarcastic response, or request more info. The quality of conversation suffers as a result.

    Fallout 4 also eschews some of the traditional mechanics of the series. Gone is the karma system, stat allocation, and equipment degradation of previous titles. While I enjoyed the new perk tree system and didn't really miss the karma factor, I was disappointed that repairing equipment was removed. In a post-apocalyptic game with a focus on crafting and scavenging, this seemed like a no-brainer, as it really adds a level of depth to the immersion. I would have at least appreciated an option to turn it on or off.

    Settlements are another huge new addition to the series, but the system has a lukewarm implementation. It's truly addictive to upgrade a settlement and watch it grow. I've spent much more time on settlements than I ever thought I would. However, the system makes demands of the player a la The Sims. You seemingly are always being tasked to go build a new one, although you are free to ignore these quests if you like. The trouble comes from your need to manage the resources and happiness of each settlement, which can be annoying. More so is the fact that any settlement can come under attack at any time, and if you don't respond in a timely manner, the settlement suffers damage and the happiness of the inhabitants goes down. You may be on an important quest halfway across the map, unwilling or unable to simply drop what you're doing to help. More importantly, defense rating is a factor. Why did I build 10 turrets for a tiny farm if they can't old off a gang of half a dozen raiders? It makes no sense.

    These are the largest criticisms I've seen leveled at the game, and they're all valid. However, I don't think they detract enough from the experience to stop it from being good. The rest of the game is pure Fallout. You wander off into a huge wasteland loaded with a nearly endless amount of places to see, characters to meet, quests to undertake, items to scavenge, and fun to be had. The tried and true Bethesda method of having something new and exciting every 5 feet to distract you from what you were previously doing remains strong in Fallout 4. This is a game that's very easy to get lost in.

    Improvements have also been made to combat and weapon customization. While it doesn't handle nearly as smoothly as a Call of Duty game, Fallout 4 has solid shooting mechanics that allow you to play it more like an FPS if you want to. A lot of my experience with the game was playing it like a shooter and only utilizing VATS (the series' famous targeting menu) when I needed it. Weapons also allow for a variety of customization options and although many of the upgrades feel same-y after a while, it still allows for diversity and progression in your arsenal, especially when you get into special weapons with unique perks.

    Scavenging and crafting are also a key focal point of the game, and thanks to the upgrade system, new approach to power armor, and settlement building, almost everything you collect will end up being useful in some form. Sometimes the most significant thing you'll find in a location isn't a new weapon or armor piece, but a hefty supply of a specific material you desperately need. For me, scavenging became a meticulous and addictive process that provided a meaningful feedback loop.

    Fallout 4's graphics have been criticized, but I never understood why. I never expected Uncharted levels of quality, and given the appearance of Fallout 3 and New Vegas, the visuals here are a significant upgrade, in my opinion.

    While I don't enjoy Fallout 4 quite as much as I did Fallout 3, I still think it's a great game that's provided me with a ton of genuine enjoyment. What it gets wrong isn't enough to take away from what it does right. After all, Dogmeat can't die in this one, and that's worth something. If you liked the previous games, you may feel like there's a few things missing from this one, but I'm willing to wager that you'll still have a great time wandering the wasteland of Boston    … Expand
  7. Lumpy999
    Sep 22, 2017
    8
    Fallout 4 is an interesting game to review.
    On one hand as far as gameplay goes it's the best game Bethesda has made.
    On the other, It's a terrible RPG, and the second worse Fallout game.. So Fallout 4 is a fantastic game. It's the most accessible Fallout game ever made and everything from the character creation to the shooting has been polished and refined. Fallout 4 has been given    Fallout 4 is an interesting game to review.
    On one hand as far as gameplay goes it's the best game Bethesda has made.
    On the other, It's a terrible RPG, and the second worse Fallout game..

    So Fallout 4 is a fantastic game. It's the most accessible Fallout game ever made and everything from the character creation to the shooting has been polished and refined.
    Fallout 4 has been given a "settlement creation" ability which gives the game near endless gameplay.

    Fallout 4's story is high and low point. The base story is actually quite good, most of the factions you can join are great but there's no roleplaying to be had here. You are given four options to choose from vs past games near limitless choices.
    Want to be a villain? Nope! If you want that you'll have to pick up a dlc.

    Another major complaint I have is they re-used Fallout 3's radio music and the new DJ is awful.
    I do have to note turning off the music and listening to the new ambient soundtrack is amazing.    … Expand
  8. psycho666
    Nov 13, 2015
    8
    Let me start by saying this is one of the best games i have played in general, not just out of the fallout series. It made improvements over fallout 3 in every way, the story is compelling, the crafting and settlement building is fun (albeit time consuming) but blends perfectly with the game and doesn't feel forced at all. Although by far the best improvement has to be the gunplay, inLet me start by saying this is one of the best games i have played in general, not just out of the fallout series. It made improvements over fallout 3 in every way, the story is compelling, the crafting and settlement building is fun (albeit time consuming) but blends perfectly with the game and doesn't feel forced at all. Although by far the best improvement has to be the gunplay, in previous fallout games i would rely heavily on the vats system, but i find myself using it about 50% of the time.

    So why only 8 out of ten? Because of the bugs and glitches. To be fair i haven't encountered that many myself, but considering how long bethesda said they were working on the game, and the fact that they claimed it was gold (ready to be shipped) almost a month before its release date, there is absolutely no excuse for some of the bugs and the fact that there was a day one patch for the game. I love bethesda but that is unacceptable in my eyes. Still that being said there is no doubt in my mind that this a sure win for game of the year.    … Expand
  9. Dukay66
    Dec 28, 2015
    8
    Fallout 4 is a step back from Fallout 3 in terms of spectacle and ditches some of the mechanics that made its predecessor work so well. But, it's still Fallout and more of the same. It's a fun game for 25 hours or so, but definitely doesn't have the staying power like Fallout 3,4, New Vegas, or Skyrim. Hopefully add on content can add depth to this fully fleshed world
  10. JesteR1701
    Nov 12, 2015
    8
    The beginning of the game feels way too rushed and they don't explain a lot like how VATS actually works. The story gets better when you reach Diamond City.
  11. Lycanthropunk
    Oct 1, 2016
    8
    This is a tricky game to review. Taken as is in its own right, it is a perfectly good game. I enjoyed playing it, there was plenty to do and it presents good value for money. But taken in context as a sequel in a brilliant franchise, it is yet another example of developers dumbing games down to try and appeal to as many people as possible. Fallout 3 is one of the greatest games ever made.This is a tricky game to review. Taken as is in its own right, it is a perfectly good game. I enjoyed playing it, there was plenty to do and it presents good value for money. But taken in context as a sequel in a brilliant franchise, it is yet another example of developers dumbing games down to try and appeal to as many people as possible. Fallout 3 is one of the greatest games ever made. Part FPS part sandbox RPG, I really felt like I had the freedom to do what I liked. Be a good guy? No probs. be an evil barsteward, no worries. You could even blow up a whole town if you felt that way inclined! This one seems to have taken away that freedom. I felt shoehorned into making decisions towards the end, none of which actually made any significant difference to the world you are exploring. Plus, with the current technology and power we are currently enjoying, I expected a smarter game. I should not be able to take a companion from one faction into a rival faction's territory without any consequence, but I did. If I take a Brotherhood of Steel companion into the Railroad headquarters I expect him to react, I expect it to trigger repercussions, but no, there was nothing. It completely undermines the story, and with the current capabilities of this generation of consoles it's unacceptably lazy programming.

    In Fallout 3, you are presented with really serious decisions which will change some things forever, and I love that. Here, whatever you decide doesn't seem to make much difference, and when you finish the main story arc it all seems a bit pointless. The game becomes little more than a slightly deeper than average FPS, and not the adult RPG it should be.

    It's not all bad- I actually like the addition of settlement building and maintaining, and some of the characters are great. I don't think it deserves some of the low scores it has got on Metacritic. As a game in its own right it is great fun- I really enjoyed it. But once completed, I went back to playing Fallout 3 and promptly realised that it is not a patch on that.    … Expand
  12. sityoazzdown
    Feb 13, 2016
    8
    This was a great game, and I've spend over 100 hours and reached level 50. What made this game great was the huge open world with interesting locations, and hundreds of side missions that should keep you occupied if you're into the grinding in video games. The side missions I thought were varied enough in which I enjoyed doing them. Now, the main story itself was ok, there were parts wereThis was a great game, and I've spend over 100 hours and reached level 50. What made this game great was the huge open world with interesting locations, and hundreds of side missions that should keep you occupied if you're into the grinding in video games. The side missions I thought were varied enough in which I enjoyed doing them. Now, the main story itself was ok, there were parts were the game peaked my interest and also parts where I just wanted to get the game over with. I know there are multiple endings, but the ending cutscene for the decision I chose was atrocious, and a slap in the face for me. I was going to try multiple endings, but when that end game cut scene rolled, I stoped playing this game and has yet to pick it back up. But, back to other things, the gunplay was good, could do with more variety; but it was good nonetheless. I liked the rpg system, it was simple, but I enjoyed grinding to "perfect" the character to my playing style. I enjoyed the random loot in this game, but once again, it could be more varied; if you played as much as me, then at one point you've seen all the "legendary" weapons variations there is. This game also does a great job in making you feel like you're in control, when in reality you're not (the ending is proof, for me it is anyways). To end, it's a great game for grinding and exploring/ looting, but it could be way better than what it is.… Expand
  13. bonsai
    Nov 25, 2019
    8
    Honestly don't know why many people react badly against this game, this is the Fallout i enjoied the most.
    The whole central plot is amazing and the settlements are a really cool addition.
  14. PRAXISgamer
    Nov 16, 2015
    8
    With all the gamers on the fence it would seem the gamer was broken, or not interesting for the price of admission, but my experience was positive and continues to be as I explore the wasteland. The game does start slowly and it seems too easy, and maybe this is a problem for gamers looking for a continuation of Fallout 3. The game does take a while to get interesting, I'm writing thisWith all the gamers on the fence it would seem the gamer was broken, or not interesting for the price of admission, but my experience was positive and continues to be as I explore the wasteland. The game does start slowly and it seems too easy, and maybe this is a problem for gamers looking for a continuation of Fallout 3. The game does take a while to get interesting, I'm writing this with about a week of playing, and my character is level 12; only now does the game start to show its strengths and difficultly. The mobility and shooter mechanics are great and the menus are intuitive after a while of play. The Mine-craft like building of settlements is fun after you've played too many quests in row. The crafting is deep and if you loved that from Skyrim, then you'll love it here too. The look of the game is not as perfect as you might expect, its not a big jump in that department, but I think the size of the game will shine through in the end, and you'll enjoy a bigger game in the end.… Expand
  15. alexaxa
    May 22, 2016
    8
    Great game but less great than fallout 3. Everything feels the same while not being as memorable when it was first experienced in fallout 3. There's less memorable encounters in that one and the world often feels empty.

    The game is VERY addicting though.
  16. Critical_Fun
    Jan 10, 2016
    8
    First playthrough - Reached level 46 and was unhappy with my perk choices. Second playthrough - Encountered a gamebreaking glitch at level 26. Third playthrough - Am over the rage of losing many hours of play with the second playthrough and am having a blast. This is also the most stable Fallout by far. In F3 and NV, I had freezing glitches almost daily. Not with this game. Still notFirst playthrough - Reached level 46 and was unhappy with my perk choices. Second playthrough - Encountered a gamebreaking glitch at level 26. Third playthrough - Am over the rage of losing many hours of play with the second playthrough and am having a blast. This is also the most stable Fallout by far. In F3 and NV, I had freezing glitches almost daily. Not with this game. Still not happy with the glitch that wasted my time so dropping my score to 8, even though the experience is at least a 9 in my opinion.… Expand
  17. tyrell
    Nov 11, 2015
    8
    Sad sad Internet trolls. Notice the pattern over the last 2 years? 4 minutes after release, a highly anticipated game is raked through the coals by planted reviews, annoying individuals who each have the attention span of a gerbil, and those trying to run a high end game on a 4 year old Acer laptop. For those who don't fall into these categories, this Fallout is just as good as the last.Sad sad Internet trolls. Notice the pattern over the last 2 years? 4 minutes after release, a highly anticipated game is raked through the coals by planted reviews, annoying individuals who each have the attention span of a gerbil, and those trying to run a high end game on a 4 year old Acer laptop. For those who don't fall into these categories, this Fallout is just as good as the last. Don't believe the trolls. The graphics are NOT terrible (PS4). They are actually quite beautiful. It feels like Fallout, looks great, and adds some new twists. If you liked that last 2 Fallout games, you will be pleased.… Expand
  18. Ilya3L
    Nov 16, 2015
    8
    Fallout 4 gave me a World to explore and rebuild, good crafting system and interesting gameplay. Still the storyline is felt weak, it's not a competitor to New Vegas. Even to a single DLC for New Vegas I would say. Stupid companions may stuck for good in textures. Inventory system is not polished. I would prefer to instantly breakdown junk by pressing square (X) while in inventory view,Fallout 4 gave me a World to explore and rebuild, good crafting system and interesting gameplay. Still the storyline is felt weak, it's not a competitor to New Vegas. Even to a single DLC for New Vegas I would say. Stupid companions may stuck for good in textures. Inventory system is not polished. I would prefer to instantly breakdown junk by pressing square (X) while in inventory view, but I have to take it, drop it, activate my workbench and break it down only after it. No way to filter my items if I have too many just to view specific type o weapons for example. When I ask companion to give me everything, he or she even gives equipped items. I would like to remind that in Fallout 2 we could see equipped items in special slots instead of inventory view with everything else. These little things forces me to spend time optimizing stuff myself instead of enjoying the game. But I like combat. I like exploring. I like crafting. What good is good.… Expand
  19. DvBizzle
    Sep 26, 2017
    8
    I have recently just jumped back into Fallout 4 and after a long time away from the game i can clearly say, this game is great; it definitely is not the best in the fallout series as in my opinion that title goes to Fallout New Vegas. But this game is great it has solid gameplay and a wide range of world to sink yourself into, in my first 24 hours of playing the game i have done around 5I have recently just jumped back into Fallout 4 and after a long time away from the game i can clearly say, this game is great; it definitely is not the best in the fallout series as in my opinion that title goes to Fallout New Vegas. But this game is great it has solid gameplay and a wide range of world to sink yourself into, in my first 24 hours of playing the game i have done around 5 main story quests, as i have just lost myself in the world and doing anything and everything.

    but with all this said the game is not flawless in fact is does have some issues, none of these have been major issues but are small things that i would say put a damper on the games otherwise great reception, i have come across a few glitches which will make my character not be able to interact with NPC character and continue the mission. this does how ever fix itself after a while if you just leave for a few minutes it will fix itself.    … Expand
  20. phoeniix23
    Feb 21, 2017
    8
    I bought this on Black Friday 2016, played in late Jan 2017 and took about 80+ hrs to complete, playing at a medium pace.

    Pros: 1. Beautiful and immersive outdoor environment and weather effects. 2. Exploration is very rewarding and is what makes this game for me. 3. Fun character perks and weapon/armor customization. You can build a character based on your play style. I went for    I bought this on Black Friday 2016, played in late Jan 2017 and took about 80+ hrs to complete, playing at a medium pace.

    Pros:
    1. Beautiful and immersive outdoor environment and weather effects.

    2. Exploration is very rewarding and is what makes this game for me.

    3. Fun character perks and weapon/armor customization. You can build a character based on your play style. I went for a stealth-ninja-rifleman build. Had the most fun with suppressed snipers, rifles, shotguns, etc.

    4. Engaging main story. I used this as an anchor for my gameplay, instead of exploring aimlessly. I'll typically start a main questline and then branch out to sidequests along the way coupled with exploring whatever catches my eye.

    5. Unique cities/towns/settlements with vibrant communities, begging to be explored.

    6. Uncluttered user interface. No intrusive icons on screen to break immersion.

    7. Beautiful art direction and music.

    Cons:
    1. Awful, absolutely awful character models. Time for a new engine Bethesda.

    2. Hacking computer terminals caused my blood pressure to go up the roof! Change the hacking system please for Fallout 5.

    3. Repeated quests that's just there for filler and XP. At least indicate to us that these quests are inexhaustible. Early in the game, I kept doing the Cleanse the Commonwealth side-sidequest thinking it will end but it didn't! What a waste of time. They have these kinds of inane quest types for each faction. Cut this out Bethesda, go for quality not quantity next time.

    4. Poor companion AI. Will always block your way in the doorway, detected when you're trying to sneak, and come on screen during dialog.

    5. Too many loading screens.

    6. Poor dialog options.

    7. Settlement building. Although to be fair, you can ignore this completely. What I hated though was that you'll be prompted to defend your settlements in the middle of a main quest, etc which is annoying.

    All in all, I enjoyed Fallout 4 immensely, and found myself devoting my game time solely for this for a good one month. Very immersive and compelling game. If you like games like Witcher 3, Borderlands, Far Cry 3/4, Skyrim, Deus Ex, then you'll definitely love the Fallout universe.    … Expand
  21. Masseffect
    Nov 12, 2015
    8
    This game is amazing! extremely expansive and immersive. If you enjoy Fallout you will love this game. Like other Fallout games there are some bugs which is not surprising considering all that you can do within the game. If you like you can form your own militia and fight the waste and form settlements or make your own perfect house. Or you can buy one and live in the city and play likeThis game is amazing! extremely expansive and immersive. If you enjoy Fallout you will love this game. Like other Fallout games there are some bugs which is not surprising considering all that you can do within the game. If you like you can form your own militia and fight the waste and form settlements or make your own perfect house. Or you can buy one and live in the city and play like the other Fallout games. The one major change that people may not enjoy is the new voice for your character. ( I personally enjoy it although its not as expansive as previous fallout games). The mouths do not always match what the characters are saying at times.… Expand
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. Bigruss730
    Feb 29, 2016
    8
    I will be sculpting a collection of ice penises to help ease those who are suffering from butt hurt, and judging by the amount of entitled whiners I see in the comment section, I may be busy for some time.....
  25. gNarNar
    Nov 18, 2015
    8
    Here's a REAL review of the game. To start off i own all the fallouts ive played and beat 1,2,3 and new vegas and loved them all for the lore and addictive nature of all of them and i love fallout4. Simply because it still has all the lore and addictive formula.
    The game isnt as bad as people make it out to be and it confuses me a bit because fallout3 was a lot more "barebones" FPS than    Here's a REAL review of the game. To start off i own all the fallouts ive played and beat 1,2,3 and new vegas and loved them all for the lore and addictive nature of all of them and i love fallout4. Simply because it still has all the lore and addictive formula.
    The game isnt as bad as people make it out to be and it confuses me a bit because fallout3 was a lot more "barebones" FPS than this game. I am down right BAFFLED that people who only ever played fallout3 are saying this game doesnt meet their standards as fallout3 is still the weakest in the series while still being a solid game.

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

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

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

    game ranking is F1,F2,FNV,F4 and F3 in last.    … Expand
  26. bulletchan
    Apr 11, 2016
    8
    Don't buy this game now and wait for the price to drop and buy it cheap. Cheap price for a cheap game. I'm not gonna repeat all that is said in the bad reviews, read them, it's all there. 1) Bethesda should fire all team. There is a clear lack of ambition and competence.
  27. ATTin
    Jun 1, 2019
    8
    Story: 7, Gameplay: 9, Graphics: 8. This is a great game, but not as good at Fallout 3
  28. thj1188
    Dec 18, 2015
    8
    A lot of fun but points were deducted for two reasons. 1 Frame rate can drop horrendously in some areas 2 This does not feel next gen it just feels like fallout 3 part 2 with the dialogue system ripped out and a basically pointless build your own town thing added in.

    But that said I did have a lot of fun roaming around the world discovering this and that like a downed 747 and I headed    A lot of fun but points were deducted for two reasons. 1 Frame rate can drop horrendously in some areas 2 This does not feel next gen it just feels like fallout 3 part 2 with the dialogue system ripped out and a basically pointless build your own town thing added in.

    But that said I did have a lot of fun roaming around the world discovering this and that like a downed 747 and I headed in to the cockpit and got the flight recorder to find out what happened.
    So hours of entertainment I clocked up over 100 and still have not seen everything.
    Verdict 8/10    … Expand
  29. TheRebel
    Aug 24, 2016
    8
    Gameplay:
    Fallout 4 has updated gameplay aspects in nearly all respects! The RPG elements of the game have never been as apparent. The crafting system works well and allows you to craft guns and armor. You can also grow your own settlements, where you can build a plethora of buildings and crafting stations. All of the crafting is created by the amount of junk found in the Commonwealth.    Gameplay:
    Fallout 4 has updated gameplay aspects in nearly all respects! The RPG elements of the game have never been as apparent. The crafting system works well and allows you to craft guns and armor. You can also grow your own settlements, where you can build a plethora of buildings and crafting stations. All of the crafting is created by the amount of junk found in the Commonwealth. Particular items need specific parts in order to be created. Gunplay has improved dramatically with an updated V.A.T.S system that is far more aesthetically pleasing than previous installments. Enemy encounters are a bit more challenging with the introduction of "legendary" enemies, who are far stronger than normal enemies. The companion system has also been improved and they will react positively or negatively depending on the players' actions throughout the adventure. Although there have been many improvements, there have been a few questionable decisions in the game. The inclusion of only 4 factions makes the game feel closed off, especially since 3 of the factions directly impact the storyline. The absence of the karma system from New Vegas is noticeable. Although there were many improvements, the quest system has remained stagnant and wasn't improved upon.

    Story:
    The player character is alive in October 2077, right before the nuclear bombs are dropped, ending civilization as they know it. However, the character and their family, head into vault 111, where a test is secretly being held amongst the vault dwellers.

    Graphics:
    Fallout 4's graphics are serviceable, but Bethesda should applauded for their impressive lighting and attention to detail. Critics who claim the series' graphics are terrible are people who have never played any installment in the series or know what the series is truly about. The Creation engine has definitely provided Fallout with an updated aesthetic.

    Verdict:
    Fallout 4 is a must-play game for any fan of the western RPG. Veterans of the series will be glad to know that there have been many improvements in gameplay. Any new player to the series would be introduced to the most improved installment in the series. I highly recommend this game!    … Expand
  30. Darth24
    Jan 4, 2016
    8
    Fallout 4 is simply just a great game, that offers you so much to do in its large open world and is a joy to play every time you play it. It is also worth mentioning that Fallout 4 has an improved story and more varied and all around better companions that just helps make this game even better, and should be played by anyone who enjoys open world games.
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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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