Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Edition

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  1. Ludgrief
    Jul 26, 2016
    8
    Whenever you play a game with the same characteristics of GTA, you never expect it to be as good as, but when it comes to Sleeping Dogs, it may surprise you in a very good way.

    The game has not the best of scenarios, full of clichés and well predictable plot twists, the characters are not the most charismatic, but the story develops in a clear and objective way, making it even catchy at    Whenever you play a game with the same characteristics of GTA, you never expect it to be as good as, but when it comes to Sleeping Dogs, it may surprise you in a very good way.

    The game has not the best of scenarios, full of clichés and well predictable plot twists, the characters are not the most charismatic, but the story develops in a clear and objective way, making it even catchy at some times

    With a city not as big, but as alive as in GTA (it is impossible not to compare), the game rarely leaves you with nothing to do, even when you are not following the main history. there are races, missions to clear a specific area of ​​criminal activity, working as police or even just collect hidden boxes or find specific spots to improve your character.

    The gameplay can seem a bit confusing at first, especially while driving, but that's all about adaptation and after some time the game starts to flow and drive passes from complicated task to the most fun part of the game.

    Fights are mostly without guns, and actually unarmed fighting is much more fun. Trough the game you learn more new interesting moves, but when with guns, this is another negative point of the game. The controls do not always respect, sometimes you shoot and shoot just does not come out, and the aim is a bit confusing. But this does not hinder the experience with the game.

    In conclusion, Sleeping Dogs is a pleasant surprise in ps4, the extra content make the game even more complete, and guaranteed many hours of fun.    … Expand
  2. Martma
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    Very good game, the dlc were fun and so was the mission , I know that it doesn’t need to be remastered but playing it again on PS4 is quite enjoyable for example good fight sequence , awesome gun play , good story, the world is well crafted my only problem was the some of the repetitive side missions. Also wei is a very likeable character and there is a lot of Easter eggs around the world.
  3. DudeFromIceland
    Apr 12, 2018
    9
    It's a fantastic open world game. It has a fun story with some really great voice performances but the gameplay is the reason why I've scored this game so high.

    Driving around the city, beating the crap out of a bunch of other gang members, doing various fun side missions, exploring the city for all the collectibles and a bunch of other stuff just make this game such a great package for    It's a fantastic open world game. It has a fun story with some really great voice performances but the gameplay is the reason why I've scored this game so high.

    Driving around the city, beating the crap out of a bunch of other gang members, doing various fun side missions, exploring the city for all the collectibles and a bunch of other stuff just make this game such a great package for me.

    On the PS4 it doesn't really blow you away with the graphics. In fact it's very similar to the PS3 release but that shouldn't discourage you from picking this game up, it's one of the best open world games I've played.    … Expand
  4. alexmanea
    Mar 19, 2015
    8
    Sleeping Dogs is an awesome open world game. I liked the story very much and I also liked that the action took place in China because it was a change from from all the other American places. The combat system and shooting system are nicely done . The game isn't perfect, it had its flaws, like minor bugs (people randomly spasming) and the graphics felt as they were prev gen. One bigSleeping Dogs is an awesome open world game. I liked the story very much and I also liked that the action took place in China because it was a change from from all the other American places. The combat system and shooting system are nicely done . The game isn't perfect, it had its flaws, like minor bugs (people randomly spasming) and the graphics felt as they were prev gen. One big addition to this game is that the Definitive Edition contains all DLC's, which are also pretty awesome. Overall, Sleeping Dogs is a very good game and I recommend it to everyone who likes this type of games.… Expand
  5. SleepNot
    Mar 28, 2020
    8
    Very nice open world game! Asian atmosphere! Fighting, racing - perfect! Very recommended!Thanks for developers.
  6. filip92
    Jul 11, 2022
    9
    Underrated game. The city of Hong Kong looks really nice and the atmosphere is on point. With all the DLC's, its worth your money..
  7. FGPT
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    Alright its currently 2022 and somehow I have been sleeping this whole time. I finnally got to play this game and I cant believe just how good not only it hold up, but how inovative and just Fun it must have been when it first came out. This is an incrediible game, filled with stuff to do, great characters and overall great vibe. It has the True crime blueprint written all over and itAlright its currently 2022 and somehow I have been sleeping this whole time. I finnally got to play this game and I cant believe just how good not only it hold up, but how inovative and just Fun it must have been when it first came out. This is an incrediible game, filled with stuff to do, great characters and overall great vibe. It has the True crime blueprint written all over and it inproves the formula in every single way. The Hong Kong scene is great and the narrative just fits right in. Props to the devs at United Front Games (who have closed down since) for creating such a great game. Its unfortunate that we wont have a sequel or see more from this universe. But what we got in this definitive edition at least is a complete package of main game plus dlc and at the time of this review I have finished all Trophies. Great adventure. A big Thank you to the devs who made it.… Expand
  8. FilipowBr
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    This game is so underrated. The story is good and the fighting mechanics are amazing!
  9. Chubac
    May 18, 2020
    10
    This game is just perfect! Many compare this to GTA but I actually prefer this over that one. This game makes you feel like you are in a Hongkong action movie.
  10. khangpro1112
    Dec 19, 2021
    10
    Highly Recommended : 10/10
    1. Graphics : GOOD
    2. Gameplay : GOOD
    Definitely worth a try !
  11. mareknufc
    Aug 14, 2022
    9
    Still very good game storywise. In-game Hong Kong is vibrant city full of cars, pedestrians, neon signs and narrow alleys inhabited by thugs. Game offers good variety of gameplay between intense kung fu bouts, shootings, car chases, tailing, bug planting and even karaoke singing. Granted, some textures are god-awful is you look really closely, car handling could have been better and oddsStill very good game storywise. In-game Hong Kong is vibrant city full of cars, pedestrians, neon signs and narrow alleys inhabited by thugs. Game offers good variety of gameplay between intense kung fu bouts, shootings, car chases, tailing, bug planting and even karaoke singing. Granted, some textures are god-awful is you look really closely, car handling could have been better and odds are pretty high you may stumble on a few minor bugs, but for a couple of bucks that the game costs on sale it's a bargain.… Expand
  12. LittleSticker
    Aug 26, 2022
    8
    this game is very good and no it's not underrated.. so many people have said that to the point where its not underrated anymore lol
    deserves a sequel
  13. Kenmei
    Dec 2, 2014
    8
    Sleeping Dogs was one of the best sandbox games this side of GTA to ever be released. And with the trend of "remastered" games for the new consoles being released now, Square Enix thought they would bring it to the next gen consoles. But does that equal a better game and something fans of the series should purchase? No but there are a few caveats to mention.
    Sleeping Dogs was one of the    Sleeping Dogs was one of the best sandbox games this side of GTA to ever be released. And with the trend of "remastered" games for the new consoles being released now, Square Enix thought they would bring it to the next gen consoles. But does that equal a better game and something fans of the series should purchase? No but there are a few caveats to mention.
    Sleeping Dogs was one of the best games of 2012 and one of the best non-GTA sandbox games ever to have been made with its great story, wonderful acting by a ton of celebrities, and a focus on melee combat never before seen in a sandbox game. But the game was released in 2012 and is now over 2 years old, an eternity in the gaming world. The remastered version does little beyond touching up the graphics (just barely....) and adding all the DLC into the mix on one disc. It's a decent package but leaves alot to be desired.
    First of all, the graphical upgrade is beyond minimal. While the character models for the main Cantonese people are good, anyone of another race look beyond awful. The world doesn't look great and you can tell there was very little done beyond the main character models, but even those don't look that good. For a remastered version and a game on the PS4, this game look terrible. Other remastered games for these new next gen consoles have been pretty to look at, while this game does not. It's pretty sad honestly.
    But this is a great game from the last generation and you're doing yourself an injustice by not playing it. Everything about the game is fun and is about as original as a sandbox game can really get honestly. There are some minor gripes that remain from the original game but they are minor compared to the whole game. I have always loved this game but I cannot justify paying 60 dollars for this game when it's about as bare bones as you can get for a remastered game. If this game was around 40 dollars, it would be highly recommended from me. But considering you can get this game for less than 20 dollars on last gen systems if you look hard enough, I cannot recommend this game as it currently stands. That doesn't mean it's a bad game but that there are easier ways to go about getting it.    … Expand
  14. Ghoster
    Nov 18, 2014
    9
    This game is kind of fun! Missions are not too original but everything is done in way that is really fun to play. Only things which are not too god are annoying vehicle auto rotation camera and character upgrade system. Overall, very fun to play!
  15. Yas667
    Feb 17, 2015
    10
    From a fun perspective; I enjoyed this a lot more than GTA V and for £20 it is a serious bargain considering you get all the the DLC content. There is so much to do here... The main story is great even though its a bit cliché. There are a few issues around gameplay but nothing that will bother anyone.... Seriously GET THIS!
  16. jordancotton
    Mar 30, 2016
    8
    The sleeping dogs is a high quality game. Moreover, it's again a previous gen game made in to a next gen game but only mildly improved. The graphics are slightly improved and runs a bit smoother. Sleeping dogs has a great way of making you feel like you are in china with crowded areas, lit up signs and gangs that rome the city. It has a average story but the fighting mechanics are amazing.The sleeping dogs is a high quality game. Moreover, it's again a previous gen game made in to a next gen game but only mildly improved. The graphics are slightly improved and runs a bit smoother. Sleeping dogs has a great way of making you feel like you are in china with crowded areas, lit up signs and gangs that rome the city. It has a average story but the fighting mechanics are amazing. However, the driving is appalling. I defiantly recommend a purchase if you did not play on previous gen. Moreover, if you did i would give this one a miss.

    Pros
    - always been a great game
    - combat is amazing and swift
    - feels like you are in the scenery that has been set for this game(china)

    Cons
    - not a great improvement
    - not worth a purchase if played before on previous gen    … Expand
  17. Unlimitedpower4
    Apr 26, 2016
    10
    Alot lf people compare Sleeping Dogs with Grand Theft Auto. When really, it's nothing like GTA.

    The story is great and long, the characters are interesting and well written.

    The story along with the 5-6 hour DLCs are worth your time and your money. This has to be the second best game on PS4.
  18. Progamer420
    Nov 13, 2016
    9
    This is an open world game which is pretty good.
    This cop drama story is very well balanced and has a great depth in it. The experience is well enough to keep you stuck with the controller for hours. After a long time I found a game which is so much addicting.
    The definitive edition does come with all the DLCs which is an advantage and overall the DLCs are also good. It also comes with    This is an open world game which is pretty good.
    This cop drama story is very well balanced and has a great depth in it. The experience is well enough to keep you stuck with the controller for hours. After a long time I found a game which is so much addicting.
    The definitive edition does come with all the DLCs which is an advantage and overall the DLCs are also good. It also comes with graphical enhancements which are better than the original game.
    The only down point is the poor animation and lack of online game play. But it does have online scoreboards and all that.    … Expand
  19. nigelcr
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    I would give this game a 11/10. Awesome game. Playing this in 2020. This is a GTA + Martial Arts + Gangster + Undercover Cop game. If you like combat, this game has one of the best combat systems in the world.

    I feel like I am playing a character who is 70% Bruce Lee and 30% Jackie Chan.
  20. Megustaface
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    The remastered version of the original game is amazing, the graphics to. The whole game is overall a very good game with great story and the driving is very good. But it's a bit complicated to drive on the left.
  21. anthplays
    Feb 21, 2015
    10
    An unexpected gem. An absolutely fantastic game, with a perfect blend between melee combat and gunplay. It well deserves to be up there with GTA, Saints Row etc.
  22. Oscar81
    Oct 15, 2014
    9
    The game is just AWESOME ! Some small bugs but nothing serious. I liked the hand to hand combat and it feels different than GTA V (In a good way). The story is mature and fun to play.

    I think the graphics are great, could be better for sure but now they are nice. I recommend to anyone that like sandbox games. Oh and the radio stations you can listen are varied and much much better    The game is just AWESOME ! Some small bugs but nothing serious. I liked the hand to hand combat and it feels different than GTA V (In a good way). The story is mature and fun to play.

    I think the graphics are great, could be better for sure but now they are nice.

    I recommend to anyone that like sandbox games. Oh and the radio stations you can listen are varied
    and much much better than in watch dogs for example.

    9/10    … Expand
  23. sboyd433
    Oct 16, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is quite literally the (S)ugar (H)oney (I)ce (T)ea. I enjoyed playing it on the Xbox 360, but the remastered version for ps4 is everything I was hoping for and more. the graphics are flawless, and getting all the DLC helps as well. I would recommend this game to anyone who enjoys sandbox games or is just looking to kill a few hours.… Expand
  24. skulltulainahat
    Dec 14, 2014
    10
    I loved Sleeping Dogs the first time I played it on the Playstation 3, and I still love it on the Playstation 4. True, the updated graphics may not be much different. This definitive edition may not be much different in general. However, Sleeping Dogs was overlooked when it released in late summer 2012, and I consider it a hidden gem of sorts. A very underrated game that I recommend youI loved Sleeping Dogs the first time I played it on the Playstation 3, and I still love it on the Playstation 4. True, the updated graphics may not be much different. This definitive edition may not be much different in general. However, Sleeping Dogs was overlooked when it released in late summer 2012, and I consider it a hidden gem of sorts. A very underrated game that I recommend you play if you haven't done so already.… Expand
  25. fallouts
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    One of my all times favorites open world games and a true sleeper hit of 2012. The story, gameplay, side content characters, setting, and the ambiance are all very well done. I could not put this game down until I achieved 100%.
  26. sonrayz
    Dec 7, 2014
    10
    This is one of the most addicting sand box games ever, and it is totally underrated! Every Mission & activity feels like it has a meaning and a reason to do it! The combat is superb with environmental finishers. The driver is good but arcadey. This is just a great game to play if you haven't played it the first time around. And this coming from someone whose is not a total fan of openThis is one of the most addicting sand box games ever, and it is totally underrated! Every Mission & activity feels like it has a meaning and a reason to do it! The combat is superb with environmental finishers. The driver is good but arcadey. This is just a great game to play if you haven't played it the first time around. And this coming from someone whose is not a total fan of open world games!… Expand
  27. louishaishi
    Feb 2, 2016
    8
    If you haven't played it when it first came out, then great! Awesome. Beware for those who have played it, it's exactly the same, with all the DLC included. Even the graphics are pretty much the same.
  28. Tailynd
    Apr 8, 2016
    8
    This is like GTA in Hong Kong. But you can fight with martial arts great setting. I loved how your a cop and a gangster at the same time and can switch between. If you into martial arts movies this is a must play. And has different cars that i havent really drove before.
  29. DeadgrounD
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    Sleeping dogs, one of the best games ever in my opinion!
    I played Sleeping Dogs Definitive Edition over a year now and my conclusion is: It is one of the best games of all times I played.
    First of all: The setting is fantastic and so intense. Hong Kong is where East and West meet, a place of cultural intertwining and has so much potential for games and interesting stories. The city was    Sleeping dogs, one of the best games ever in my opinion!
    I played Sleeping Dogs Definitive Edition over a year now and my conclusion is: It is one of the best games of all times I played.

    First of all: The setting is fantastic and so intense. Hong Kong is where East and West meet, a place of cultural intertwining and has so much potential for games and interesting stories. The city was perfectly created by the devs and I really had the feeling to actually drive through the city. The graphics were also somewhere between ok and fantastic, especially at night, when driving through foggy rainy weather.

    Then the story: For me this story was one of the best game stories ever. You had this really sympathetic character Wei Shen and you could follow his development and changes from a righteous police officer to a corrupt cop. Observing him on his way was fantastic and the overall premises of the story caught me way more than any GTA stories which are more or less about getting rich. This is not to say GTA 5 is a bad game. But the underlying premise of sleeping dogs is way more humanistic and I found that more fascinating

    And last but not least, the amazing fighting system and the feeling of substantial progression. At the beginning of the game, the fights are arduous and hard, because you only know the basics but in the endgame when you mastered the fundamentals plus upgraded your character it's a blast.    … Expand
  30. roshi82
    Nov 23, 2015
    9
    Amazing! I played the ps3 version and it was very addictive. I have to say this remastered version is even more amazing. Lets be honest the game was stunning on previous consoles but this one just pushes it a bit further. Each mission feels special. It all belongs together. Even silly mundane tasks. Got it on sale but would pay full price for this!
  31. Kai82
    Sep 16, 2020
    9
    I played the original game and must admit that I am probably biased or wear nostalgia googles. The game has however a great story with some good twist and memorable characters. Other than that it is a typical remaster in form of a complete edition (=All DLCs). It is the story of Wei Shen who returns to his birthplace in Hongkong to infiltrate the Triad organization Sun On Yee as undercoverI played the original game and must admit that I am probably biased or wear nostalgia googles. The game has however a great story with some good twist and memorable characters. Other than that it is a typical remaster in form of a complete edition (=All DLCs). It is the story of Wei Shen who returns to his birthplace in Hongkong to infiltrate the Triad organization Sun On Yee as undercover cop. All before him were discovered easily and died in gruesome ways. You will experience his struggles and challenges as there are internal and external enemies as he has to juggle between his two identities and his past. Like I said the game shines from its setting, story and characters. The twist are all excellent and it often plays with expectations. I must also admit that they use some tropes or staples of the genre. Some peoples complain it was cliche and foreseeable. I say while it is not entirely wrong there are themes you have to use and they did their best here to make them feel awesome. The characters are some of the best I have seen in a game of this type. Believable with flaws and relatable motives or agendas. There are of cause many side quests like police investigations, races, (backyard) fight clubs were you can acquire classic costumes from legendary martial arts movies and some gambling games. The collectibles are done better than in most games. They give you benefits like an increased health-bar, new moves from a Dojo or plain money. It has a leveling up system with unlockable abilities. There are 3 trees that are related to your police or Triad progress and 1 for your martial arts that is connected to a collectible. The battle system for martial arts is excellent. Easy to learn with a lot to master. It is weaker for guns. The graphic is acceptable but certainly nothing for graphic fetishists. The soundtrack is really good and you have multiple radio stations with real live tracks. The DLC is a good addition but relatively short. “Nightmare in Northpoint” adds supernatural elements to the mix. Short but excellent. “The Zodiac Tournament” is a homage to old martial arts movie including a movie intro and graphic overhaul to look like a 70ties Hongkong martial arts movie (or 80ties?). “Year of the Snake” was buggy for me. Corrupted all save files and it was not good enough to finish it in one sitting (Maybe a bit biased because I had already another game I want to try). Overall this is a great game but maybe too old to compete. Test it beforehand because I already said I have too much nostalgia googles. Also a tip: Complete the optional dates. Maybe you get something nice;-).… Expand
  32. swagird
    Nov 29, 2014
    9
    If you haven't played this game before definitely ( *haha) try it. The story and graphics are great, the parkour and fighting controls are excellent. It's set in an unusual location to most AAA video games that adds an interesting change to the flow of gameplay. However there isn't enough new content for old players.

    *http://youtu.be/L6SMGrIaals?t=5m59s
  33. Vapor96
    Jun 17, 2019
    9
    An underrated gem that entertained me more than any GTA ever has. The open world is interesting and full of Asian quirkiness. The combat is full of variety with different punches, kicks and holds to utilize. The story is on par with the highest quality Hollywood action movie and grips the player from the start until the end. I missed Sleeping Dogs on previous gen, but I am glad I foundAn underrated gem that entertained me more than any GTA ever has. The open world is interesting and full of Asian quirkiness. The combat is full of variety with different punches, kicks and holds to utilize. The story is on par with the highest quality Hollywood action movie and grips the player from the start until the end. I missed Sleeping Dogs on previous gen, but I am glad I found this gem through this definitive release.… Expand
  34. Heisenberg93
    May 31, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When Sleeping Dogs was released in the early 2010s, it was not easy to create an action-adventure game with an open world component, having top games like GTA IV, Red Dead Redemption or Far Cry 3 around: the risk was to create a game that was too derivative or watered down in that component and in a competitive sector. But no worries, because Sleeping Dogs effectively averted this risk.

    Wei Shen, a Hong Kong-born American police officer, is tasked to infiltrate Hongkongese mafia triad, Sun On Yee (based on the real-life Sun Yee On triad). Slowly, within the spiral of violence made of intrigues of power and internal and external conflicts within the organisation which will cost his friends' lives, Shen is brought back to the world he grew up and which begins to conflict with his job as an undercover cop as he climbs the triad's ranks. The triad is a family that no one would really want to live in, yet Shen cannot shed his ties with it and cannot help but feel himself at home inside it. "Once a thief, always a thief"? Maybe, but I am quite convinced that Shen is still more a cop than a criminal, although this may be open to some interpretation by the end of the story. It's a violent, mature, both well written and interpreted plot.

    Sleeping Dogs' open world design is great. Hong Kong is recreated in all its authenticity and charm, vibrant and alive in its unique hybrid culture of East and West which makes up its distinct identity, as professional reviewers also noted. There's a good number of side activities and missions like officer Teng's "Cases" or "Drug Busts" and "Cop Jobs"; the latter I think should have been repeatable without limit at will, because they are really fun. Consuming food and drink from street vendors or grocery stores can grant temporary bonuses such as increased damage in combat. The game features interesting ideas not seen in more mainstream GTA-like games, such as the ability to automatically ram a vehicle (analogue stick + square button) and get it off the road, or the ability to jump from a moving vehicle to another, both cars and motorcycles. In this regard, the driving system is pretty well done, fun and its physics work properly; not the same as GTA IV, but clearly inspired by it. Like other games of its kind, there's a vast choice of vehicles, outfits and weapons, both melee and firearms; the latter are more rare to get as the game's combat is mostly focused on hand-to-hand and melee weapons, with Shen (the player) being able to increase his skills via a basic two-branched skill tree which increases with "Triad XPs", by performing violent actions such as lethal kills. Another skill tree, which increases with "Police XPs" by avoiding property damage or civilian casualties during missions, provides bonuses like increased firearms damage. "Face XPs" give Shen other bonuses like discounts for shopping or increasing regenerative effects of meals. Regarding combat, I would have preferred a more balanced mix between hand-to-hand combat and firearms combat: the shooting and cover system is quite rudimentary, yet it works well and slow motion aiming with guns while vaulting from cover makes everything much more fun but guns shootings happen too infrequently and only some last the right amount of time. Also, hand-to-hand combat, at least in the first tens of hours of play, can be challenging since Shen is weaker and often outnumbered and only the acquisition of further skills can make it more enjoyable, along with a little practice. Environmental kills add variety and are pretty fun as well.

    The game is graphically almost a decade old but is still visually good-looking and the realisation of in-game Hong Kong returns a notable impact and looks really alive. I've never played the old PS3 version, but the improvements in this Definitive Edition seem significant, from visual comparisons, and help the game stay visually pleasing.

    Sleeping Dogs is a game that is as similar to others of its genre as it is unique. It's gone a bit under the radar back in the early 2010s but it's very recommended for open world action-adventure lovers: good storyline, good gameplay, vibrant different and fascinating setting. This trip to Hong Kong it's worth the ticket.

    #StandWithHongKong    … Expand
  35. jjsalas
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    I bought this game remastered in 2020 for 5 bucks, with the two expansions, and I have to say that this is the f**king best open world game that I played in years, it's in my top 5 best games of all time. I expected nothing and I had everything, wonderful story, characters, open world, design, and the expansions are superbs. This game is a must to have.
  36. stamito
    Nov 4, 2016
    8
    This is quite a decent game I think. It’s not as good as GTA V IMO but still quite a solid game. Summarising, I’d call this game a bit of mixture between GTA and Batman Arkham series; I mean in terms of gameplay. The mission structure, driving etc. resembles to GTA whereas the combat reminds me of batman; yes you can use firearms but there is an obvious stress in marcial arts.

    I think    This is quite a decent game I think. It’s not as good as GTA V IMO but still quite a solid game. Summarising, I’d call this game a bit of mixture between GTA and Batman Arkham series; I mean in terms of gameplay. The mission structure, driving etc. resembles to GTA whereas the combat reminds me of batman; yes you can use firearms but there is an obvious stress in marcial arts.

    I think pretty much anything is good about this game. The graphics are decent, the city looks really good and as a guy that has been in HK, I’ll say it looks quite a bit like the real one, so I think the setting is really good. Gameplay is smooth and good, it is just nice to play. The story line is nothing out of the ordinary, and although not overly surprising it works quite well. I mean it’s a classic undercover cop/mafia story with likeable characters, so if you like that kind of thing then you’ll be all right with it.

    Bad things!, well… I don’t think there are bad things itself in this game, it is quite well made. However, there are a couple of things that, IMO, could be better. One of them is the music, I think it works well with the setting (music in Chinese etc.), but I don’t think it’s particularly good and feels quite homogenous. GTA V, for example, has an awesome selection of music and there are also other things, like the crazy radio programs than help with the setting; I kind of miss the equivalent in sleeping dogs. Also, as I mentioned above, the map is quite well made in terms of detail and credibility, but it could have been a bit bigger and maybe a bit more different in the different areas. It’s all city areas that are a bit different between them but not too much (with the exception of the financial quarter), why not a bit of city outskirts? bit of countryside or something.

    Anyway, overall this is quite a good game and I would definitely recommend it to the people that like this kind of game, just avoid comparisons and you’ll see that this is quite a great game.    … Expand
  37. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Feb 1, 2019
    8
    Sleeping dogs is an awesome GTA clone. Really had a fun time plowing through everything and everyone in my car driving around from destination to destination. Hong Kong looks amazing and feels alive. Finally getting a game where you can become a kung foo fighting champ and decimate your opponents like Bruce lee is one of the best experiences. The graphics look incredible in theSleeping dogs is an awesome GTA clone. Really had a fun time plowing through everything and everyone in my car driving around from destination to destination. Hong Kong looks amazing and feels alive. Finally getting a game where you can become a kung foo fighting champ and decimate your opponents like Bruce lee is one of the best experiences. The graphics look incredible in the remastered version. Controls are tight, fighting and paring you'r opponents are fluid. Driving controls are tight and smooth, once you get down how the cars handle you'll be blazing through obstacles in no time. Story is fun and entertaining, I really enjoyed Wei as a protagonist. Being a badass undercover cop taking down the triads and walking that fine line of legal or illegal made the story interesting. Really wish squinex would consider making a SD2, hopefully they come around to doing it.… Expand
  38. AndersL
    Apr 12, 2017
    8
    I had so much fun with this game. I think it still holds up well despite a being a few years old. Well worth grabbing on the cheap now. The game does not excel at anything but nothing really lets it down either.
  39. nudles
    Mar 13, 2017
    8
    Despite it being buggy as hell, it was a very enjoyable game. The glitches sometime are pretty hilarious.... finish the game last month best 20 bucks I spent. The only reason I'm reviewing it because I can't sleep!
  40. abekdd
    Mar 3, 2019
    8
    La versión de Sleeping Dogs para PlayStation 4 incluye todo su contenido adicional, convirtiéndose así en el compendio más completo del título hasta el momento. En esta obra de Square Enix, un híbrido entre Grand Theft Auto y Yakuza, nos pondremos en la piel de un policía infiltrado que empieza a sentir más apego del que debería. Con un sistema de combate que ofrece una gran variedad deLa versión de Sleeping Dogs para PlayStation 4 incluye todo su contenido adicional, convirtiéndose así en el compendio más completo del título hasta el momento. En esta obra de Square Enix, un híbrido entre Grand Theft Auto y Yakuza, nos pondremos en la piel de un policía infiltrado que empieza a sentir más apego del que debería. Con un sistema de combate que ofrece una gran variedad de combos y una historia que cumple, este título es uno de los proyectos más interesantes de la compañía nipona, resultando una auténtica lástima la cancelación de su segunda parte.… Expand
  41. Diegochocho
    Jul 3, 2018
    8
    Gran juego, me sorprendió satisfactoriamente la historia, no me imagine que seria tan buena, la jugabilidad es perfecta, y las persecuciones no te lo puedo describir. Recomendado para pasar las tardes jugando.
  42. Zomgclaude
    May 20, 2018
    8
    A really enjoyable game in the same spirit as the Grand Theft Auto, Yakuza, Mafia or True Crime games. In fact, it was developed as True Crime Hong Kong, but studio closed, rights picked up by Square Enix, yada yada...

    In this one, you're an undercover cop in Hong Kong who gets so embedded with triad that your superiors start worrying that you might switch sides for good. Much better    A really enjoyable game in the same spirit as the Grand Theft Auto, Yakuza, Mafia or True Crime games. In fact, it was developed as True Crime Hong Kong, but studio closed, rights picked up by Square Enix, yada yada...

    In this one, you're an undercover cop in Hong Kong who gets so embedded with triad that your superiors start worrying that you might switch sides for good.

    Much better fighting than most games of the same genre. Your outfit actually affects the style you use. One of those available even has you fighting as a Drunken Boxer!

    And a cameo by Emma Stone!

    And because it's (very) often on sale for $5, I'd say this could be the best value of any game on the market. Oh and bonus: no micro-transactions whatsoever.    … Expand
  43. Kevin1234
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Epic game did not expect much of it, but in the end I entertained a lot, but I did not like the mechanics of the weapons, although I did the combat. It has a good history and many missions to do.
  44. Koreanmonster11
    Dec 6, 2019
    9
    Has an amazing story and characters. The game play is also phenomenal......
  45. BrunoMakWin
    Jan 2, 2020
    9
    Очень крутая игра, с очень увлекательным сюжетом, но как и в любом подобном, должно быть "НО"
    DlC конечно классные, но не большие по прохождению, они открывают как бы другой мир, на этой карте, но через какое-то время эта песочница наскучивает. Вообще классно реализован Гонг-конг, со своим стилем и музыкой. Но не особо уже интересно после прохождения допов и основного сюжета, если только    Очень крутая игра, с очень увлекательным сюжетом, но как и в любом подобном, должно быть "НО"
    DlC конечно классные, но не большие по прохождению, они открывают как бы другой мир, на этой карте, но через какое-то время эта песочница наскучивает. Вообще классно реализован Гонг-конг, со своим стилем и музыкой. Но не особо уже интересно после прохождения допов и основного сюжета, если только побить всех в рукопашном бою.
    Второй минус - это вождения автомобиля, в любой версии и на любой платформе, вы будете страдать, от его управления. Чуть меньше вы будите страдать от стрельбы из огнестрельного оружия, немного больно из него стрелять, после чего хочется стать пацифистом.
    Драки тут конечно, это основная тема, но на ПК они занимают 1-3 кнопки, захват, удар и парирование, но все же красиво дереться сукин сын.
    Все-же рекомендуется к прохождению, так-как она все же не оставит вас равнодушным.    … Expand
  46. bartosh95
    Apr 8, 2020
    9
    just bought this game great so far considering its an 8 year old game, the fighting and parkour are some of the best i've ever played.
  47. cybershamanx20
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Replaying this game after 8 years and now in Definitive Edition. Bought it on psn for only 4$ just recently and cannot stop playing this game. The virtual Hong Kong feels more alive than the standard edition, and the city now are more realistic than ever, there's no more draw distance just like in the ps3 version.
  48. berkayjan11
    Jul 31, 2023
    9
    I've registered this site only to give 9 points to this game because this is one of the few games that made me enjoy for 30 hrs. Not even a second I got bored. Engaging story, fun melee combat, good music, exceptional culture. Only negative is side quests. This game must have a sequel. Dear Square Enix and Embracer Group you have such an amazing IP, don't waste it. Release time was wrong,I've registered this site only to give 9 points to this game because this is one of the few games that made me enjoy for 30 hrs. Not even a second I got bored. Engaging story, fun melee combat, good music, exceptional culture. Only negative is side quests. This game must have a sequel. Dear Square Enix and Embracer Group you have such an amazing IP, don't waste it. Release time was wrong, not the game. This game is absolutely not a GTA clone and has unique aspects.… Expand
  49. Bloodhammer99
    Jan 22, 2021
    10
    In short:
    Pros: Great story, great gameplay (best gameplay in an open world game), great graphics, great sound design, great pacing, great parkour, very violent, replayable
    Cons: Not as polished as a gta game Long review: This game is criminally underrated. Imo this is the best open world game ever made and a must play for anyone who has even a slight appreciation for gaming. This    In short:
    Pros: Great story, great gameplay (best gameplay in an open world game), great graphics, great sound design, great pacing, great parkour, very violent, replayable
    Cons: Not as polished as a gta game

    Long review:
    This game is criminally underrated. Imo this is the best open world game ever made and a must play for anyone who has even a slight appreciation for gaming. This game is so good that the universe didn't want it to happen, it changed devs, changed completely conceptually (for the better tho) and almost didn't get released. Sounds like the game would turn out to be a mess right?? its quite the opposite actually. Its a masterpiece. It has easily the best gameplay in an open world game, its also extremely varied with it having 3 main types of gameplay instead of the usual 2, these are martial arts combat, gun fights and driving. Furthermore they all have depth to them which is rarely seen in an open world game, they aren't bare bones and as simple as they can be like gta for example, the martial arts combat has quite a few moves and environmental actions you can do, the gunfights allow you to slow down time in a similar way to max payne and aren't just point and click like gta, the driving mechanics allow you to hijack cars and slow down time when shooting which is much more interesting and fun than most open world games, open world games like gta are usually played to experience the world, it's story and it's set pieces, but rarely for the gameplay since its usually very simple and has no depth, its only there to serve its purpose, but that's not the case with this game and that's why I love it. This makes the game extremely replayable since you will be coming back to it not just to reexperience the great story but also for the gameplay. Conceptually this does the same thing the gta series has been doing for ages, which is taking influence from cinema and creating its own unique concept and story, but instead its with Asian cinema instead of American, which imo is vastly superior when it comes to action and this reflects in the gameplay. The hand-to-hand combat mechanics are great and very satisfying, they took influences from martial artists like Jackie Chan, Donnie Yen and Tony Jaa to create their own unique fighting style. The shooting mechanics are also great and derived from John Woo and Chow Yun-Fat flicks. The game also adds a lot of unique stuff too like the environmental actions during combat and the very unique story. The game is also extremely satisfying, mainly due to its realistic violence, brutal fighting and bloody firefights. The driving here is extremely fun but its arcadey so it might not be for everyone but I personally love it, driving and shooting here is much more fun than something like gta and hijacking cars is extremely fun. Parkour is also really fun and helps add variety. The story here is great, I loved the setting (hong kong), voice acting is phenomenal and I loved the characters and twists. The game is also extremely well paced and its length is perfect, its not too short but also doesn't over stay its welcome like gta 5. The graphics here are great and do a good job of creating a realistic and gritty atmosphere (even though it might not have the best shadows, poly count etc, it has an impressive amount of detail, even nowadays). Something I love about this game is the unique aesthetic, its based on hong kong but it also has a lot of unique aspects like the tattoos, the character appearance, the gritty atmosphere etc. The sound design here is also great, hits sound and feel brutal and guns sound realistic. The side stuff is skippable but you should definitely check them out if you like the game's mechanics, personally I really enjoy doing drug busts in between missions but found the cop jobs boring. The game is also nowhere near as polished as gta (as expected considering the lower budget) and has some minor issues like some npc's having a lower poly count, rarely enemies getting stuck on doors and waypoints not being exact but they are barely noticeable in a normal playthrough. Personally I prefer the console port since the 30 fps and rumble of the console port makes combat feel really brutal and satisfying unlike pc where the fights feel less brutal due it being way too smooth and having no rumble. I give this game a 10/10 because I rate stuff based on enjoyment but realistically its a 9/10. It would be a 10/10 if it was more polished though. That is a very high rating coming from me considering im not a huge fan of open world games so trust me when I tell you that you should buy this game, especially considering its just 30$ and goes on sale frequently for just 5$. The DLC is a mixed bag, Zodiac Tournament and Wheels of Fury are great but the others are skippable and nothing special.    … Expand
  50. Agslynx
    Apr 24, 2021
    8
    Bon jeu perfectible mais une belle réalisation. Les combos, les combats, le gameplay... un GTA 5. La fin laisse m’a semblé simple mais bravo à Square Enix
  51. ehtaco
    Sep 18, 2022
    8
    Seriously one of the better open-world action games ever imo. Is it better than the best GTA games? No. But does it absolutely stand on its own against those games? Yes. Underrated gem.
  52. Vigilante9
    Sep 4, 2020
    8
    Miglior gioco con le arti marziali incorporate!! Trama godibile, personaggi un po' anonimi. Pro una grande ambientazione, le skin sono fantastiche come anche il dlc del torneo sull'isola misteriosa. Consigliato.
  53. TheGrandCreator
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    it's an excellent game! The driving mechanics are fun, very arcade, the fights are not boring, the weapons wear out quickly so that the fights are dynamic, this is not a GTA V, it is its own game
  54. Bizancio_Askatu
    Oct 19, 2021
    8
    Sleeping dogs it’s an old school sandbox that reminds me a lot of GTA IV with its huge city, rainy nights and dark tone but with a much better combat system. It also has an interesting Story with the dichotomy between being a cop and a triad member and has some unexpected twists. I liked how the collectibles work (with real rewards like getting more health or unlocking new combat moves),Sleeping dogs it’s an old school sandbox that reminds me a lot of GTA IV with its huge city, rainy nights and dark tone but with a much better combat system. It also has an interesting Story with the dichotomy between being a cop and a triad member and has some unexpected twists. I liked how the collectibles work (with real rewards like getting more health or unlocking new combat moves), also the RPG component with different skill trees is well implemented.
    Graphically you can see that it's clearly a PS3 game, the textures are poor, it has some visual glitches and the characters have a plastic shiny skin but at the same time there are moments in which it looks great, specially during the nights or in the facial expressions. The OST is really fitting with techno ethnic music remixed and also artist like Siouxsie and the Banshees, Opeth, Trivium and 80's great hits in the karaoke mini-game.
    I really enjoyed the chases through Hongkongese crowded markets, Kung fu fights in back alleys and slow motion shootings.
    If you do not mind the graphics and an old fashioned secondary mission system you will find a pretty solid sandbox here.    … Expand
  55. Blessed-toga5
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    Positives +
    What a great game! After playing quite a few ps5 and ps4 AAA games decided to do a few classics and despite the age of the game it doesn’t disappoint. From John Woo/Max Pain style shootouts to bruce Lee kick arsery, from burn out type racing to your run of the mill thuggery this is a lot of fun. It is evident from the start how much love has gone into making this. Yes it’s GTA    Positives +
    What a great game! After playing quite a few ps5 and ps4 AAA games decided to do a few classics and despite the age of the game it doesn’t disappoint. From John Woo/Max Pain style shootouts to bruce Lee kick arsery, from burn out type racing to your run of the mill thuggery this is a lot of fun. It is evident from the start how much love has gone into making this. Yes it’s GTA iv in china but that’s a great thing because the mood is very different.

    Of course the game is old but it’s undeniable how much quality there is here. The voice acting and cut scene animations are great. The story is straightforward but also very good. Quite gritty. The lighting and reflections are amazing. I still don’t know what the point of raytracing when this old game makes great reflections and lighting (comparatively)

    The racing in this game is superb. Real sense of speed.

    Side quests are simple but fun.

    The combat is very cool and different from other open world games. Yakuza 0 is on my list so I imagine now days it’s nothing new but for a first time experiencing martial arts arse kicking it is very cool.

    Good attention to detail. Like the npc conversations, the few stores you can go into are alive. Negatives - Draw distance and occasional popping as a result of being an older title Streets could be busier

    All in all for a game that is over 10 years old and priced very low it’s good entertainment. Which is what games are all about right? No wonder it has such a great reputation. Enjoy!    … Expand
  56. MurtabakBoon
    Jul 23, 2021
    10
    2021. Graphic still good. Good and chilling story telling campaign. PERFECT COMBAT SYSTEM. very detailed instructions for collectibles and open world activity. Don't compare it to GTA. Sleeping dogs is kinda focus what they want to do.
  57. Reviewer917
    Jun 3, 2022
    10
    Absolutely great game. I got it on Steam when it was on sale. I never knew it existed. I was pleasantly surprised by the game and storyline. It is fun and worth it. It is one of those games where you wish there was more at the end and you really are drawn in by the characters. I highly recommend this game. You will not be disappointed.
  58. DOMINI07
    Dec 4, 2021
    9
    very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.very good.
  59. Alimbay
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    Very very best game even i play. I want to be play next season no united front games …
  60. domini2483
    Dec 13, 2021
    8
    정말 재밌게 했다. 스토리도 최고였고. 이 게임 역시 주인공에 빠져 들었따
  61. CausticMisery
    Dec 26, 2021
    9
    One of the best open-world games out there. Criminally underrated. Great combat, good story, and breath-taking atmosphere. Driving at night, through the radio, blasting Kerrang! radio is truly a soulful experience.
  62. Qw_0
    Feb 25, 2022
    9
    اللعبة ممتعة جدا من ناحية اسلوب اللعب والقتال على الرغم من انه متكرر الى انني لم اشعر بتكرار بسبب سرعة القتال والطرق المتعددة في القتال او انهاء الخصوم والقصة تحمل خلفها الكثير من الغموض حول البطل والعصابة التي ينتمي لها هذا لو استبعدنا المشاكل فالمشكله الوحيدة هي أن اللعبة تمتلك اسوء دليل خريطة في عالم الألعاب في مرات كثيرة كنت اتبع الخط بشكل منتظم وفجاه بتغير التوجيه الى عكس المسار الذياللعبة ممتعة جدا من ناحية اسلوب اللعب والقتال على الرغم من انه متكرر الى انني لم اشعر بتكرار بسبب سرعة القتال والطرق المتعددة في القتال او انهاء الخصوم والقصة تحمل خلفها الكثير من الغموض حول البطل والعصابة التي ينتمي لها هذا لو استبعدنا المشاكل فالمشكله الوحيدة هي أن اللعبة تمتلك اسوء دليل خريطة في عالم الألعاب في مرات كثيرة كنت اتبع الخط بشكل منتظم وفجاه بتغير التوجيه الى عكس المسار الذي اتجه له ومرات لايحدد لي الوجهه.… Expand
  63. i7i
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    If you are a bruce lee sir's fan the game is for who loved martial arts and all other who didn't love martial just give it a try its my belief you love this after playing it.The beautiful masterpiece game ever made in the gaming industry.The Zodiac Tournament Dlc which is free in the definitive edition Sleeping Dogs gives me nostalgia and tears to my eyes when i played that every time thatIf you are a bruce lee sir's fan the game is for who loved martial arts and all other who didn't love martial just give it a try its my belief you love this after playing it.The beautiful masterpiece game ever made in the gaming industry.The Zodiac Tournament Dlc which is free in the definitive edition Sleeping Dogs gives me nostalgia and tears to my eyes when i played that every time that mission is inspired from Sir Bruce Lee's movie Enter The Dragon the background music in the mission gives me goosebumps.I want the sequel Sleeping Dogs 2 to continue the story of Wei Shen the protagonist of this game.The game gives beautiful message.The Ending is not was one of the best climax in the video game i have ever played.The game gives you tears in your and laughter as well while playing it.Best Martial art Action Adventure game of all time for me personally and its my belief for you also.… Expand
  64. TheSashi
    Feb 9, 2023
    8
    This game is great. If you would like an emotional and great story, it has it. Want a open world action game that is like a Bruce Lee movie, it's got that as well. The only reason it isn't a 10/10 is because it can be slightly glitched at times and some of the collectibles (Lock boxes) are very annoying to get as they don't offer much money but you must get them all for 100% completionThis game is great. If you would like an emotional and great story, it has it. Want a open world action game that is like a Bruce Lee movie, it's got that as well. The only reason it isn't a 10/10 is because it can be slightly glitched at times and some of the collectibles (Lock boxes) are very annoying to get as they don't offer much money but you must get them all for 100% completion which is very unnecessary and annoying. Other than that the game is amazing. It's a shame that United Front shut down as I would've loved a sequel to this game but some things are just not to be.… Expand
  65. DirtyChrome
    May 23, 2022
    9
    Its prerty good game, I finished in 2 days. I love the main character and what happens to him. The only down side of the game there is no romance. There are multiple choises throughout the game but you only see them couple times. I wish we could've done more. Over all its good.
  66. TenAdrian
    Feb 5, 2023
    8
    Not the best of the best but a good game. Looking at that that now it's very cheap mostly I would 100% recommend buying. It's a amazing experience for the price of it
  67. Thosevelvetygms
    Sep 12, 2022
    9
    What an underrated gem! It's the best GTA clone out there with a fresh Hong Kong setting, an incredible story, and deep hand-to-hand combat.
  68. Agt_Killionaire
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    The control are not really that smooth but what really yanked me in was the story of the game.
  69. Joe2539
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
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  70. TianLong1
    Mar 31, 2023
    10
    Great open world game with fighting sequences reminding you of typical police kung-fu movies where the good guy who is incredibly good at martial arts and takes down all the bad guys by himself, except here everything is even more violent and satisfying. The story is engaging, characters and voice acting are immersive. You learn new moves as you progress and you can use the environment toGreat open world game with fighting sequences reminding you of typical police kung-fu movies where the good guy who is incredibly good at martial arts and takes down all the bad guys by himself, except here everything is even more violent and satisfying. The story is engaging, characters and voice acting are immersive. You learn new moves as you progress and you can use the environment to your advantage, Jackie Chan style. You feel like a true badass, like you are the hero of this kung fu movie.… Expand
  71. Chapuleta
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Um jogo bastante subestimado, mas é um jogo bastante a frente do seu tempo, um dos sistemas de combate mais incríveis que eu já vi, por isso leva meu 10.
  72. HereYouGoBuddy
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    The open world is beautiful. The atmosphere is captured just right. Its an easy game with a simple yet very interesting story.
  73. cbcguy
    Aug 21, 2023
    8
    Has its flaws but the only open world game I ever went to 100%. The story was well done in my opinion, and the combat is the best part of the game in a good way. Sad we will never see a sequel to this unless if we can somehow get this revived.
  74. Jovany15
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    I Say this game is good Main Story is good

    I Highly Recommend This Game This Game Deserves 10/10

Awards & Rankings

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#53 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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#30 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2014
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#23 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2014

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. CD-Action
    Feb 7, 2015
    80
    If you have played Sleeping Dogs before, there’s no point in picking up the Definitive Edition. But if you’ve missed the original game, you’re gonna have a lot of fun in Hong Kong. [01/2015, p.71]
  2. Games Master UK
    Dec 21, 2014
    74
    Whether you've played it before or not, the value for money makes this an impressive package. [Christmas 2014, p.76]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Dec 15, 2014
    88
    While overshadowed by Grand Theft Auto V, Sleeping Dogs is still a well written and executed action game. The combat mechanics are nothing short of superb. [Dec 2014]
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