Saints Row IV: Re-Elected

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7.2

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  1. Agarag
    Jan 23, 2015
    8
    Volition are the red headed stepchild of graphics. They just can't do graphics. This game has aliasing everywhere and loads of pop-in and LOD updates despite it being the least graphically taxing sandbox game you will ever buy for your PS4. (And turning V-Sync Lock on doesn't seem to do anything at all!)

    But although compared to their peers, Volition are flat-out graphically    Volition are the red headed stepchild of graphics. They just can't do graphics. This game has aliasing everywhere and loads of pop-in and LOD updates despite it being the least graphically taxing sandbox game you will ever buy for your PS4. (And turning V-Sync Lock on doesn't seem to do anything at all!)

    But although compared to their peers, Volition are flat-out graphically incompetent, they are perhaps the the very best developers at flat-out silly fun. F. U. N. And that's what this game is. If you never played it on last gen then just get it immediately. A lot of what the writers consider funny, I don't, I'm super not into all the ultra tiring "gangsta" garbage but there's plenty of the silliness I do like and I just love playing a game that's almost constantly stupid in a such a fun way.
    If this game had 3/4 of the graphical polish of Far Cry 4 or GTA it would be ten out of ten but even though I score this game one out of ten for graphics, it's still an 8/10 overall.
    (Just imagine if Volition COULD do graphics! That'd honestly be awesome.)    … Expand
  2. Runfocovah
    Feb 6, 2015
    7
    I did not played SR4 on PS3 but I have played all the previous Saints Row games, that being said, SR4 its a recycled game from the city to the characters, the taunts, the voices, clothing, tattoos… EVERYTHING IS THE SAME… it feels more like an update than a different game. BUT it is still fun to play. The super powers and new weapons make enjoyable to run through steel port once again.I did not played SR4 on PS3 but I have played all the previous Saints Row games, that being said, SR4 its a recycled game from the city to the characters, the taunts, the voices, clothing, tattoos… EVERYTHING IS THE SAME… it feels more like an update than a different game. BUT it is still fun to play. The super powers and new weapons make enjoyable to run through steel port once again.

    If you like SR and did not purchased it for PS3 this game is a must play just don't expect "next ten" graphics nor something different. Some how it still works.    … Expand
  3. roshi82
    Nov 23, 2015
    7
    I love Saints Row Iv. The series is ultimately just gross humour with great music! I played this version on PS3 and the graphics in the remastered version aren't that great. A bit of a lazy remaster but still fun to play.
  4. chadflowers
    Jan 29, 2015
    5
    Saints Row IV: Re-Elected tries to be too much at once. It tries so hard to be as over the top as possible, which I normally love when done great, but Saints Row tries too hard to make me laugh that I end up being disappointed and generally not having a good time. Playing through this game felt a complete chore. Next-Gen ports and upgrades for new consoles are supposed to look and playSaints Row IV: Re-Elected tries to be too much at once. It tries so hard to be as over the top as possible, which I normally love when done great, but Saints Row tries too hard to make me laugh that I end up being disappointed and generally not having a good time. Playing through this game felt a complete chore. Next-Gen ports and upgrades for new consoles are supposed to look and play better, but to be completely honest it doesn't do either any better whatsoever. Graphics look as if I was playing it back on my PS3 but with more frame rate drops and sloppy textures.

    Finishing Saints Row IV: Re-Elected was a bore and left me unimpressed. I do know a lot of people who are big fans of the franchise. Although this was a very sloppy port done not well, I still appreciate some of the things it does right, such as the intensive character customization and my personal favorite, the dubstep gun.

    All in all I think this game and franchise is just not for me.    … Expand
  5. Gaband
    Feb 21, 2015
    10
    Saints Row 4 Re-elected is one of the most underrated gems of comedy in gaming. It simply is great even more so if it's the first time playing it. It's silly funny wacky and has some great gameplay features
  6. Kaprawiec
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Most underrated game for a really long time! I just completed it, and I had an absolute blast! The ammount of content, fun, quite polished gameplay make Saints Row one of the best GTA-like game. And Saints Row 4 goes in competition with Prototype and inFamous - and it does it with style. Only con i have is that in the simulation graphics are all a bit purple, city looks dark that way. ButMost underrated game for a really long time! I just completed it, and I had an absolute blast! The ammount of content, fun, quite polished gameplay make Saints Row one of the best GTA-like game. And Saints Row 4 goes in competition with Prototype and inFamous - and it does it with style. Only con i have is that in the simulation graphics are all a bit purple, city looks dark that way. But overall one of the best games I played! Its a real shame, that this will probably be the last one in the series..… Expand
  7. jwilliamperks
    Jan 24, 2015
    8
    It's a remodelled blast. Who cares about pop up, aliasing whatever? I wouldn't recognise it if it leaped up and headbutted the President. It's ridiculous fun from start to finish. Nothing is sacred. Not next gen but well worth a play. It could have been worse. It could have been Assassins Creed Unity.
  8. Captiosus
    Feb 12, 2015
    5
    I rented the original on X360 and bought it for PC over the 2014 Steam Holiday Sale but I wanted to rent this PS4 release, give it a try and see how it compared. To be blunt, High Voltage did a very, very poor job of porting this game.

    In five hours of play, my PS4 hard locked twice, lost all sound from the game three times (sound outside of the game worked fine, fixing the issue    I rented the original on X360 and bought it for PC over the 2014 Steam Holiday Sale but I wanted to rent this PS4 release, give it a try and see how it compared. To be blunt, High Voltage did a very, very poor job of porting this game.

    In five hours of play, my PS4 hard locked twice, lost all sound from the game three times (sound outside of the game worked fine, fixing the issue requires closing and relaunching the game), and even had a constant crackle sound when things were running smoothly. The audio processing is just atrocious - it's as if it can't handle multiple channels of effects simultaneously. This is on top of the fact that the frame rate isn't stable in the slightest and bounces all over the place, dipping way down during very hectic sequences. (Added 2/12/15: I have now completed the base game 100% after 17 hours and averaged a complete system lock up once every 1.75 hours of play, lost sound entirely 12 times, and the audio crackle never changed.)

    Beyond that, the game is the same as the original release a year and a half ago. If you've already played it on X360 or PS3, there's little reason to get it unless you want to see slightly tuned up graphics. However, any modern PC that's using a graphics card higher than a GTX 550 could display better graphics with better post-processing effects. This really just feels like a cash in where they shipped medium resolution textures on top of the base game for the new console generation, following a disturbing "remake"/"remaster" trend that is defining this console generation so far.

    The game itself is fun as it was a year and a half ago but the porting problems and the fact that it's the same game as a year and a half ago means it doesn't warrant very high praise.    … Expand
  9. Kansler
    Jul 25, 2017
    7
    Yikes. This is one of the worst "next gen" ports I've ever seen, with non-existent improvements, and the colour palette is downright ugly. However, the main game itself is a lot of fun. There is a lot of content here, although the side missions and collectibles repeat themselves too much. Also, the in-your-face attitude and the toilet humour are an acquired taste. I didn't find itYikes. This is one of the worst "next gen" ports I've ever seen, with non-existent improvements, and the colour palette is downright ugly. However, the main game itself is a lot of fun. There is a lot of content here, although the side missions and collectibles repeat themselves too much. Also, the in-your-face attitude and the toilet humour are an acquired taste. I didn't find it particularly funny most of the time. If "testicular manslaughter" sounds like a fun joke to you, then you're in for a real treat. The characters are rather silly, and the game conveys a similarly juvenile attitude. But the customizability of the characters, guns and playstyles makes for a really enjoyable 15-20 hour ride. It is a real circus freak show, and you are given access to every torture weapon under the sun. PS. I would also recommend getting the stand-alone expansion "Gat out of Hell" - but only if it is on sale.… Expand
  10. cylentstorm
    May 29, 2017
    5
    This is an ugly and lazy port of the PS3 version of SRIV. If you have a decent GPU, opt for the much better-looking and -playing PC version. Seriously.
  11. bosconian87
    Jan 24, 2015
    8
    Having played Saints Row 4 on the XBOX 360 and enjoyed it immensely despite the issues with presentation, I looked forward to what was coming with the next-gen versions, but felt a lot of trepidation as well - would the vibe be lost, and would it add anything to an enjoyable if undemanding game?

    Presentation-wize the graphics and sound are almost exactly the same bar a slight touch-up,    Having played Saints Row 4 on the XBOX 360 and enjoyed it immensely despite the issues with presentation, I looked forward to what was coming with the next-gen versions, but felt a lot of trepidation as well - would the vibe be lost, and would it add anything to an enjoyable if undemanding game?

    Presentation-wize the graphics and sound are almost exactly the same bar a slight touch-up, but I really wouldn't expect wonders here at all. So I'm extremely thankful then that Deep Silver decided to do the decent thing and publish Saints Row 4 on the PS4 and XBOX One not only with all the DLC that has been released (and there is a heck of a lot!!), but also the Gat out of Hell Standalone game as well!!

    Both instalments play extremely well, and if they do seem the same old Saints Row episodes with even more ludicrous twists and turns, then its to their credit that they can laugh at themselves. The gameplay is gripping enough to keep you coming back for more, and there's enough to make this a long-laster in your collection.

    If you want a revolution in gameplay and presentation, please, move on, this isn't for you. If however you want a good laugh, and lots for your money, then look right here!!    … Expand
  12. Mamal
    Sep 7, 2017
    8
    A whole lot of bang for your buck. You'll get Saint's Row 4 with all the DLCs which have ton of content. This game is different compared to Saint's Row 3 or 2 but no other game lets you feel like a super hero like this. You can get from one end of the city to the next in a matter of seconds and destroy everything in your path. Guns are a bit disappointing but most of the super powers areA whole lot of bang for your buck. You'll get Saint's Row 4 with all the DLCs which have ton of content. This game is different compared to Saint's Row 3 or 2 but no other game lets you feel like a super hero like this. You can get from one end of the city to the next in a matter of seconds and destroy everything in your path. Guns are a bit disappointing but most of the super powers are very fun to use. Activities are a bit boring compared to the last entries and the hacking mini-game can be REALLY frustrating at times but there are so many fun quests and side-quests that make up for that and the DLCs are very funny and full of wacky humor. Definitely go for it if you like a weird and twisted world you can mess around in.

    P.S: Make sure to rebuild the data-base of the PS4 after you have installed the game, otherwise it can crash.    … Expand
  13. CAR13110721
    Feb 23, 2015
    9
    I really like this game I have played saints row before and they graphics on the game and really good I am looking forward to playing this game I think GTA and saints row are the bestselling games on the market the only problem is it’s really hard to play online and connect but when you do get online it is pretty good I wonder is its going to be on the charts.
  14. milero91
    Apr 17, 2015
    5
    I can't give a very detailed view of the game as I only played it for a couple of hours...but that says a lot itself. I'd heard pretty good things about the Saints Row series but was very disappointed when it actually came to playing it myself.

    Postitive - the controls Negative - story was just too ridiculous for me, it felt like it was created for 15 year olds (no disrespect to    I can't give a very detailed view of the game as I only played it for a couple of hours...but that says a lot itself. I'd heard pretty good things about the Saints Row series but was very disappointed when it actually came to playing it myself.

    Postitive
    - the controls

    Negative
    - story was just too ridiculous for me, it felt like it was created for 15 year olds (no disrespect to those of course). This is the main reason I quit after such a short time.
    -terrible attempt at humour
    -loading times
    -Graphics are awful    … Expand
  15. Jiggywiz
    Mar 31, 2015
    8
    This game was incredibly fun i was playing for about ten hours straight, until i decided to go shopping, and the game froze in the shopping menu. Nothing seemed to work so i turned my xbox on and of again. The game then decided to reset. And that is the story if how i lost 10 hours of gameplay in 2 minutes.
    My score is based on the games funness. Im just recomending you to save the game    This game was incredibly fun i was playing for about ten hours straight, until i decided to go shopping, and the game froze in the shopping menu. Nothing seemed to work so i turned my xbox on and of again. The game then decided to reset. And that is the story if how i lost 10 hours of gameplay in 2 minutes.
    My score is based on the games funness. Im just recomending you to save the game before you do anything.    … Expand
  16. Carvalho
    Jul 7, 2020
    8
    Realy nice game, the gameplay is good, graphics are nah but doesn't matter for me, good characters, btw thats a very fun game...
  17. raccoondaddy
    May 20, 2017
    8
    Having played this and beating on both the PS3 (base game) and the PS4 (with all of the DLC), I'd say my familiarity on SRIV is strong. Just one thing I'd want to say, I enjoyed Saints Row 2 and this equally the same. I just had to look at them in a different light. Honestly, for a long while, I hated how the transition from Saints Row 2 to the 4th one, made the gameplay WAYYY easier.Having played this and beating on both the PS3 (base game) and the PS4 (with all of the DLC), I'd say my familiarity on SRIV is strong. Just one thing I'd want to say, I enjoyed Saints Row 2 and this equally the same. I just had to look at them in a different light. Honestly, for a long while, I hated how the transition from Saints Row 2 to the 4th one, made the gameplay WAYYY easier. As a matter of fact, between the lack of daylight/weather and superpowers dumbing down the difficulty were the only two things I hated about the game.

    Everything that made the previous entries great is back, DEEP character customization, crazy weapons, the activities and of course the careless and unrealistically stupid humor. WHICH IS GREAT, so long as you leave all seriousness, sanity and sense of realism at the door. Chock full of fan service, which includes Keith David presence in the game, toilet humor, Nolan North's hilarious voice talents and so many damn movie, game and media references that it's just TOO DAMN MUCH to remember. Needless to say, this is the most entertaining sandbox game out there!

    In fact, that is it's sole purpose TO ENTERTAIN. Forget about driving cars, robbing stores or avoiding the police. When can throw fireballs, make earthquakes and pretty much make the game world YOUR B*TCH!

    If you missed the GTA style gameplay from SRII, sorry you aren't getting it here. But if you're looking for a sandbox focused with ridiculous physics and absurd humor, this is it. Besides there are enough of those, AS IT IS!! Just one thing, don't expect ANY real graphical upgrades to the PS4. (The only plus is decreased loading times)    … Expand
  18. dingobreath
    Jul 29, 2019
    6
    Good superhero game, but bad saints row game.

    The fans are divided with this one for sure as many did not like the new direction the series went with. The game is easily a very fun game, but there are a few flaws. 1 - The game cars are now obsolete as you can run faster with your super powers. 2 - The game can still get jumpy as a last gen game even on a ps4 pro 3 - Silly story    Good superhero game, but bad saints row game.

    The fans are divided with this one for sure as many did not like the new direction the series went with. The game is easily a very fun game, but there are a few flaws.

    1 - The game cars are now obsolete as you can run faster with your super powers.
    2 - The game can still get jumpy as a last gen game even on a ps4 pro
    3 - Silly story

    good

    1 - saints row humour is still present.
    2 - good variety of side missions and activities
    3 - Music stays on when leaving a vehicle.
    4 - Enemies are bullet sponges even when weapons are maxed.

    I liked SR4 but I was a bad SR game in general in my opinion.    … Expand
  19. TheSnitchfather
    Sep 9, 2020
    3
    Only getting a 3/10, for being exactly the same as the PS3 version when it comes to visuals. They have enhanced absolutely nothing. Sad excuse for a PS4/Xbox One title.
  20. TheMrCtulhu
    Sep 18, 2022
    9
    Шикарное завершение оригинальной квадрологии Святых. Масса пародий и отсылок на кинофраншизы и игры.
  21. Xiao1Antonio
    Jan 7, 2019
    9
    Impeccable story & gameplay. It could of definitely had better co-op and DLCs. Very tiny bit of laughable mechanics. I'm an OG Saints Row fan. To me, this game is near perfect, but has no business being called a main title. How in the world do you go from stone cold gang leader to Alien empire leader? This would have been a perfect spin-off or DLC launching at $20-$30.
  22. StudMuffinOP
    Oct 21, 2019
    8
    Picked it up on Playstation Now since its available to download but I am thoroughly enjoying the game. Haven't really sunk my time in the previous Saints Row but seeing videos of them this one is alot different from the others. That being said though I really like this game just cause its basically a free range game with powers. Some glitchy areas though and all the challenges arePicked it up on Playstation Now since its available to download but I am thoroughly enjoying the game. Haven't really sunk my time in the previous Saints Row but seeing videos of them this one is alot different from the others. That being said though I really like this game just cause its basically a free range game with powers. Some glitchy areas though and all the challenges are ridiculously easy to get gold on. No real point in using the cheat codes either unless you want a boost at the start but progressing through the storyline you can get unlimited sprint and all that. I dont really see a point in driving anywhere either since your sprint is alot faster and the recruitment doesnt seem to be necessary since i'm usually blasting everything in my way. But if you do have Playstation Now or its on sale for under $10 I'd pick it up if you're looking for an easy game to blow **** up .… Expand
  23. ToshLichev
    Jun 21, 2020
    7
    SR IV is what a 14-year old boy's fantasies come to life would look like and it's both braindead stupid and fun as hell because of it. The perfect "turn your brain off and have fun" game, just don't expect too much.
  24. Armin4
    Jun 27, 2020
    7
    This games is fun to play but it's not a good game
    Story and graphics is okay but not good
  25. Australian-Dark
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    A legendary game!!! The best game I have ever played the super powers were awesome and it's a 10/10 game I have finished it plenty of times and still luvin it now only fan bois or or dumb assses give this less it's worth a 10 not less I can't wait for 5
  26. Gerardo2004
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Bellissimo gioco!! Secondo me il più divertente gioco che ci sia, da sempre! Lo consiglio a chiunque.
  27. ElAutoDelicioso
    Jan 23, 2020
    0
    Es la peor historia que han podido hacer para unos pandilleros y tampoco hubo mucha mejora en gráficos. Son unos vagos.
  28. Tonarestriga
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    I really enjoyed this game. I had no major issues playing this at all.

    Pros:amazing storyline, amazing vehicle choices, improved graphics, and fun side quests.

    Cons:keep in mind these are my issues and they are minor. Not all vehicles are modifiable. Vehicle control is a bit unstable again. Not as bad as Saints Row 2 but not as good as Saints Row The Third.
  29. SkywalkerMcD
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    This is an extremely fun game. Crazy story, definitely. But it flows together and it’s a joy gaining abilities and fighting the mini bosses, etc. Love the game in 2020 and looks great on Xbox One X.
  30. INU4SH4
    Jul 7, 2020
    3
    A friend forced me to sit through this with him. Normally games like this guarantee a laugh or two but playing this was pure torture. He promised me a "funny GTA" but it was nothing like that. It was just pure boredom with too easy and shallow gameplay, boring and non-sensical story (in a bad way).

    Roaming through a big map with super sleep and flying, in theory, sounds cool but it was    A friend forced me to sit through this with him. Normally games like this guarantee a laugh or two but playing this was pure torture. He promised me a "funny GTA" but it was nothing like that. It was just pure boredom with too easy and shallow gameplay, boring and non-sensical story (in a bad way).

    Roaming through a big map with super sleep and flying, in theory, sounds cool but it was executed terribly and just reminds me of a bad version of something like inFamous... Waste of time and I'm glad I wasn't the one paying for it.    … Expand
  31. Elite_Soldier
    Nov 21, 2020
    6
    I'm just writing at least 150 characters because I wanted to save this review in a more convenient way to look back at scores that I had given stuff as a user
  32. eatadic
    Feb 20, 2021
    0
    Can this game be played without glitches? i mean the kind where you need to restart the entire mission? perfect for those of us in the gaming community who are slightly braindead and would love to play a game that was built by members of a mental institution. Content was overall garbage. Glitchiness got to me. hope you all get covid
  33. nfs7379
    Sep 4, 2022
    9
    9/10.......................................................................
  34. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    7
    Not as fun as the third but still offers the fun, chaotic humor and weapons.
  35. Epicmonster5600
    Dec 5, 2022
    8
    This may be the weakest in the franchise and the criticisms are very valid. Yet this game is still a blast plus we get Gat back which is crazy after his mind baffling off screen death in the third game. Its saints row where you are the president of the USA and have super powers, oh and also a dubstep gun... yes its very 2013 humour. At the end of the day yes the old school saints row isThis may be the weakest in the franchise and the criticisms are very valid. Yet this game is still a blast plus we get Gat back which is crazy after his mind baffling off screen death in the third game. Its saints row where you are the president of the USA and have super powers, oh and also a dubstep gun... yes its very 2013 humour. At the end of the day yes the old school saints row is better but this is still a fantastic game if you want more glorious saints row… Expand
  36. goodgriff33
    Dec 24, 2022
    7
    Answer: 75 characters is between 10 words and 19 words with spaces included in the character count. If spaces are not included in the character count, then 75 characters is between 12 words and 25 words.
  37. BTSFANCLUB
    Apr 27, 2023
    2
    This game is such a downgrade from SR3.

    Missions are repetitive and not fun except from a handfull, enemies are wack.

    Story is ok but sr3 was way better.

    I dont recommend it.

    Final mission is a compilation of all the wackest missions in the game too with a lame ass boss fight.
  38. FrankCreeper
    Jul 11, 2023
    8
    Its the same city with cool new mechanics funny as his predecessor the amoung of meme are insane in this game...the graphic and plot are ok is a cool sequel of an amazing saga P.S. (I Played on PS3/PS4 and XBOX360)

Awards & Rankings

94
#94 Best PS4 Game of 2015
80
#80 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
74
#74 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 25
  3. Negative: 1 out of 25
  1. GameCritics
    May 3, 2015
    40
    The remaster's packed-in expansions add little, and the "upgrade" is a failure.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Mar 24, 2015
    70
    Nowhere near as visually impressive as new-gen GTA V, Re-Elected is still wildly entertaining. [March 2015, p74]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Mar 7, 2015
    60
    Technically, this is a pretty half-hearted "in no way super" port. Yet Re-Elected remains a beefy package with a heroic amount of content and a set of enjoyable mechanics. [March 2015, p.90]
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