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2.8

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  1. Nov 14, 2018
    10
    Albeit negative reviews from angry kids, this game is fun! I had over 15 hours of play time where I enjoyed myself and had tons of funny created moments with other players. PVP is not mandatory which is amazing!
    Sure, the engine is dated and there's a bit of uncanny feel to it, but trust me you will have fun!
  2. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    This is one of my favorite games of the year. Yes its extremely buggy, but when it works, its a blast to play. Rated it a 10 to counter-balance the obviously dishonest slew of people review-bombing it. They haven't played it, a lot of them. If you like Bethesda games, you can deal with bugs. As they go along and improve this game its going to be amazing. I'd probably give it about an 8.5
  3. Nov 14, 2018
    10
    Been enjoying the heck out of this game since beta, and feel that it is going to provide me with months and months of fun.

    Things I love: new VATS (especially after perks), lore (tons and tons of notes, terminals, haunted houses, etc.), base building (so awesome especially with friends), setting (excellent choice) Things I hate: negative reviews that look like they were written by
    Been enjoying the heck out of this game since beta, and feel that it is going to provide me with months and months of fun.

    Things I love: new VATS (especially after perks), lore (tons and tons of notes, terminals, haunted houses, etc.), base building (so awesome especially with friends), setting (excellent choice)

    Things I hate: negative reviews that look like they were written by people that did not really play the game.
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  4. Jun 20, 2019
    10
    I'm still going strong several months after release. I've played Fallout 76 far more than any other Fallout game. There were no doubt some issues at launch, but the game has taken way more abuse than is justified. The updates since launch have added a lot of cool new features and ways to play.

    I'm looking forward to the new additions coming out throughout the year.
  5. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Actually bought a game. Actually played it. Really liked it. Don't listen to youtube hype haters.
  6. May 2, 2019
    10
    Great game to play alone or with friends. This is not fallout 5. This is a new way to play fallout while retaining all the immersive elements. It's a little bit grindy but in a good way; it's a fallout playground that you can expore. They are updating and improving the game constantly so its worth checking out.
  7. Nov 16, 2018
    10
    I enjoy the solitary life that is fallout games but this adds all new elements and friends and live events. It’s really a great game. Best $45 I ever spent.
  8. Nov 14, 2018
    10
    Nothing but smooth sailing on PC through the BETA and now on the release. Got my digital copy through Bethesda, didn't need to enter a code and was in having fun right away. The game is a lot of fun, exactly how I wanted a Fallout game to be and only getting better as they resolve the outstanding bugs.
  9. Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Albeit negative reviews from angry kids, this game is fun! I had over 15 hours of play time where I enjoyed myself and had tons of funny created moments with other players. PVP is not mandatory which is amazing!
    Sure, the engine is dated and there's a bit of uncanny feel to it, but trust me you will have funYYYYY
  10. Nov 14, 2018
    10
    This game is getting a lot of hate and a whole lot of misinformation by YouTubers and thier fans. I've seen one review here with "I haven't played it but.... 0 rating." It's no where near as bad as people claim. Is it buggy? Yes, but it's not unplayable. People complaining about framerates and such are mainly PC gamers. This game is better on consoles. No NPCs was known well inThis game is getting a lot of hate and a whole lot of misinformation by YouTubers and thier fans. I've seen one review here with "I haven't played it but.... 0 rating." It's no where near as bad as people claim. Is it buggy? Yes, but it's not unplayable. People complaining about framerates and such are mainly PC gamers. This game is better on consoles. No NPCs was known well in advance of launch and surprisingly works well for 76. It fits into the story. If you're big into fallout lore, felt fallout 4 was crowded, and enjoy survival/base building then this game will be good for you. If you lack imagination, want things spoon fed or are looking for a full fledge shooter like pubg, move on. Expand
  11. Jul 13, 2023
    10
    Game was a total mess on release and deserved the bad ratings, now I most say its one of the best games I played yet, good work they did but there you see again rushing releases never a good thing, bad rating keeps for all the life of the game, now user score of 2.8 for a game which is now for sure a solid 8 or 9.
  12. Nov 14, 2018
    10
    The game is really really good. The sad part about this, is that people are scoring the game without trying it, out of pure hate for it being online and having multiplayer, or because it's not Fallout 5, like they were expecting. I'm in Fallout groups in Facebook, and I have seen first hand boycott organizations to throttle Fallout 76.
  13. Nov 14, 2018
    10
    Voting also again the stupid votes. I'm just beginning the game, but even if i'm a long time Fallout fan (i played the first one when it came out) and i don't like multiplayer games, i'm willing to try it without prejudice and stay open minded
  14. Sep 17, 2019
    10
    2019 Sept... If you like fallout 4 then I can't see why you would not like this game. I play solo and can do anything I want by myself. I was pretty skeptical but I got the game for 15 bucks and I have put in a lot of hours. There is lots to explore. I think a lot of these reviews are either from when there were a lot more bugs or people that just hate that it is an online game. It is2019 Sept... If you like fallout 4 then I can't see why you would not like this game. I play solo and can do anything I want by myself. I was pretty skeptical but I got the game for 15 bucks and I have put in a lot of hours. There is lots to explore. I think a lot of these reviews are either from when there were a lot more bugs or people that just hate that it is an online game. It is a lot like when people hate a movie that was made after a book and it did not live up to what they read from the book. I like to judge material based on its individual standing. Note if you have a PS4 Pro which I do, it will crash every now and then. It can be annoying depending on the timing of the crash. Expand
  15. Nov 19, 2018
    10
    One time I pooped my pants while stuck in traffic. Then my car ran out of gas, so I had to walk through the bad part of town looking for a gas station, poo dripping down my legs. Then it started pouring rain. I got mugged and beaten and left for dead, they even stole my soiled underwear. As I lay there unconscious in the alley bleeding to death, a mangy dog peed all over me and into myOne time I pooped my pants while stuck in traffic. Then my car ran out of gas, so I had to walk through the bad part of town looking for a gas station, poo dripping down my legs. Then it started pouring rain. I got mugged and beaten and left for dead, they even stole my soiled underwear. As I lay there unconscious in the alley bleeding to death, a mangy dog peed all over me and into my mouth. A pack of diseased rats then scurried by and stopped to nip at my bleeding flesh. Flying demon pigs finally swooped down, snatching up my body and taking me straight to Hell. Todd Howard was there, and he forced me to play Fallout 76 for eternity. Expand
  16. Jan 16, 2019
    10
    I really enjoyed the game. It's not like previous titles but the world is very interesting.
  17. Nov 15, 2018
    10
    Great game, very fun but only if you play with others.
  18. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    7/10 but because of that nuka cola zero bombers im giving 10 :P Not as bad as all whiners say here. Played all fallout games and when you want to make some fun with friends in devastated and irradiated lands fallout is good. For playing solo its not much that good and also that ooooold engine. But in summary try it and you will see :)
  19. Nov 18, 2018
    10
    Game is fun and I enjoyed myself. Fallout was always meant for MMO-style and I can't wait for the sequel
  20. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Insane game. Always loved all fallout games for that autistic wasteland waste looting with beloved old jazz songs on radio. The fact that this game hasn't any NPC is great because it boosts that autistic feeling so much. No npc + rare players meetings - that thing leaves you alone in this world. Fantastic!
  21. Nov 15, 2018
    10
    Playing the game alone and loving it! sometimes a little buggy but hey it will be solved with the upcoming updates :)
  22. Nov 15, 2018
    10
    Simplemente sublime, rico en detalle, personalización, contenido, inmersión sobre las historias, coop, construcciones bastante mas mejoradas en cuanto a Fallout 4, gráficos, bso, exploración.
    Lo único que puedes llegar a echar en falta es NPC a los que hablarles, pero cuando llevas un tiempo jugando, te das cuenta de que no es necesario. No echéis cuenta de los llorones que están votando
    Simplemente sublime, rico en detalle, personalización, contenido, inmersión sobre las historias, coop, construcciones bastante mas mejoradas en cuanto a Fallout 4, gráficos, bso, exploración.
    Lo único que puedes llegar a echar en falta es NPC a los que hablarles, pero cuando llevas un tiempo jugando, te das cuenta de que no es necesario. No echéis cuenta de los llorones que están votando tan negativamente, simplemente hacen lo mismo que con zelda breath.
    Sin duda alguna de los juegos mas grandes en contenido, personalización y dinámico que he jugado.
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  23. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    The game have bugs but they can fix them.The ideea of the game is extremly good and im sure they will add NPC later.To give bad review to a game is mainstream now.
  24. Nov 18, 2018
    10
    This game doesn't deserve so much hate from people that even didn't play it.
  25. Jun 20, 2019
    10
    The game has come so far. Don't believe the internet and all it's negativity! :)
  26. Nov 20, 2018
    10
    I bought a game. I played it. I really liked it. and more fun with friends.
    Don't listen to youtuber hype hater. and let bethesda finish fix since it just release the game.
  27. May 20, 2019
    10
    If you love coop playing, crafting, exploration, building your own shack and experimenting with different builds - this may just be the game for you.

    If you are more into flashy combat and cool story playing solo - maybe not so much. IMO, this game is best experienced with a friend or two. Also keep in mind that the game is constantly improving: adding new modes, quests, items and
    If you love coop playing, crafting, exploration, building your own shack and experimenting with different builds - this may just be the game for you.

    If you are more into flashy combat and cool story playing solo - maybe not so much.

    IMO, this game is best experienced with a friend or two.

    Also keep in mind that the game is constantly improving: adding new modes, quests, items and generally more stuff to do.
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  28. Nov 18, 2018
    10
    I really am enjoying this game, The world is huge. There are endless areas to discover and explore. I am enjoying the missions and quests.
    I am not bothered at all by no human NPCs.
  29. Nov 21, 2018
    10
    Empty, yet full. These 3 words have echoed in all fallout games, and this does not stop in 76. The combat system uses a refined version of fallout 4s, Absence of npcs forces the game to make intuitive decisions when making quests, keeping the game fresh and new.and the endless amount of lore keeps the player constantly engaged.
  30. Nov 27, 2018
    10
    I feel many haters have given way too many downgraded reviews for Fallout 76. Launch bugs and problems were mostly fixed with the first patch. I too was pretty annoyed after my main quest-line broke, but I don’t suffer from an attention spam of a five-year-old mentality.

    Wasteland can be pretty difficult at times; weapons, armor gets broken, need to feed and eat, random enemy attacks
    I feel many haters have given way too many downgraded reviews for Fallout 76. Launch bugs and problems were mostly fixed with the first patch. I too was pretty annoyed after my main quest-line broke, but I don’t suffer from an attention spam of a five-year-old mentality.

    Wasteland can be pretty difficult at times; weapons, armor gets broken, need to feed and eat, random enemy attacks after fast traveling, even at your camp you can't feel safe.

    But all in all 10/10. Don’t believe the haters, awesome game.
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Metascore
53

Mixed or average reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 43
  2. Negative: 12 out of 43
  1. Jan 22, 2019
    40
    So utterly disappointing and flawed in every possible way… The first few hours, most of it can be ignored, and occasionally the flaws can be forgotten, but only briefly before they come storming back to the forefront. An awful, boring, empty, pointless experience. There is, however, a glimmer of hope. It's worth mentioning that there has already been a Bethesda title that was equally as unimpressive: The Elder Scrolls Online - but looking at it now, it has transformed into one of the best MMOs out there. There's always the hope the Fallout 76 develops the same way and becomes something special, but for now, that seems impossible. It's a world away from that.
  2. Dec 25, 2018
    50
    Fallout 76 isn't your typical fallout experience. You don't have NPCs or dialogue, but instead get real players that should fill this void - that ultimately fails to do so. It does some things right, but as of now I cannot recommend getting this game as long as it stays a broken and boring mess that it is right now.
  3. Dec 19, 2018
    70
    Fallout 76 is the series’ Freshman introduction into the world of online, multiplayer games. As a result, we are experiencing all of the awkwardness and clumsiness associated with that season of life. It is imperfect and a bit uncomfortable, but I see opportunity for Fallout 76 to be more than it presently it - to be a truly great, rich Fallout experience.