Tom Clancy's The Division

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  1. Kydd_Amigo
    Mar 11, 2016
    9
    The Division is a gorgeous, slick new franchise that I would argue is probably one of the year's biggest releases. It's an excellent take on a 'what-if' scenario, and frames the realistic setting in a fresh way with RPG content. It is a stand-out release, and a brave step from Ubisoft charging into a relatively new gaming category. I've loved the time I've spent playing it thus far, andThe Division is a gorgeous, slick new franchise that I would argue is probably one of the year's biggest releases. It's an excellent take on a 'what-if' scenario, and frames the realistic setting in a fresh way with RPG content. It is a stand-out release, and a brave step from Ubisoft charging into a relatively new gaming category. I've loved the time I've spent playing it thus far, and I'm certain this is going to be a hugely successful title, and with the content updates to on the horizon, I'll be playing The Division for a long time to come.

    Refreshing combo of a real-world setting & weapons with RPG elements, combined with great atmosphere, awesome coop and the highly unpredictable Dark Zone, make this a stand-out game.

    Minor gripes (e.g. NPCs repeating lines) are overlooked due to the overall polish and attention to details which is truly stunning in places. Massive are also 100% on board with updating and fixing. They've moved fast with a couple of quick updates to address minor annoyances, and so look to be focused on providing an excellent user experience.

    If you like RPGs and shooters, this is a game you must try!    … Expand
  2. Underachiever
    Mar 17, 2016
    9
    I have a blast playing this, the New York of the Division looks stunning and play beautifully the Dark Zone feels challenging and tense. The Dark Zone feels like it has real consequences.
  3. yokers
    Mar 14, 2016
    8
    I've now put in 30 hours into this game and so far I'm really liking it.

    First, the bad, the pains on release day in that you couldn't activate your agent etc and yes, that's poor for a AAA title. I also had one disconnect (hour 1/2) which seemed to be quite common across the community, since then (hour 2+) I've yet to be disconnected at all. Another slight niggle and although it isn't    I've now put in 30 hours into this game and so far I'm really liking it.

    First, the bad, the pains on release day in that you couldn't activate your agent etc and yes, that's poor for a AAA title. I also had one disconnect (hour 1/2) which seemed to be quite common across the community, since then (hour 2+) I've yet to be disconnected at all. Another slight niggle and although it isn't major could be an improvement, crafting! To generate 1 blue item (if you haven't already collected) you can use 5 greens which is fine until you have 250 to turn into 25 and have to sit there doing each one. It is also a shallow game as far as story is concerned, the fact is it' isn't that type of game, you will be putting a lot of hours into "the grind" and replaying missions; this is not a linear story. NPC's can also be a little annoying, mostly in dialogue, whilst wondering around the home base expect to hear the same line about 10 times before you leave.

    One odd choice which seems to be in the game for no good reason is the second character, with one character you can and will unlock all abilities meaning to create a second character would only serve one purpose to play with mates who are lower level which you can still do with a higher level, albeit easily.

    I've seen a lot of reviews and people talking about the enemies being bullet sponges and yes, they are but you are playing an MMORPG, other games such as Destiny etc can mask that with the fact they're aliens which The Division cannot, it's trying to combine a realistic scenario with MMORPG gameplay and you have to step back and appreciate that.

    After 30 hours I'm more than happy with the game and the daily missions are a nice touch, allowing me to continue with the game and feel like there's still something worth playing for and with the introduction of DLC over the next three months (free and paid) I'm looking forward to seeing what that has to offer as well. Matchmaking is a plus too, when you need to grab another three people for a mission on hard (and you will need to) the matchmaking seems to work quite well in finding other players for you to game with. The map is absolutely massive, thankfully fast travel is there to help facilitate that but if you did decided to walk it the scale and way everything seamlessly allows you to pass through zone to zone is amazing.

    Overall it's not quite there yet but there's a solid base to build upon.    … Expand
  4. Aces
    Mar 9, 2016
    10
    Great game for the Ps4. It is a very addictive co-op experience, plus it is a full single player campaign for those who work odd shifts and only have friends around on the weekend. I didn't play on the first night the servers opened therefore I missed all the issues with the login servers. I have to say if you like Borderlands, Mass Effect, or Fallout series this will be in yourGreat game for the Ps4. It is a very addictive co-op experience, plus it is a full single player campaign for those who work odd shifts and only have friends around on the weekend. I didn't play on the first night the servers opened therefore I missed all the issues with the login servers. I have to say if you like Borderlands, Mass Effect, or Fallout series this will be in your wheelhouse. Everything works, the customizability makes everyone different enough that you don't feel like you are play the same character as everyone else. So far crafting has saved me money during leveling and isn't crazy complex.… Expand
  5. LimeSeltzer
    Mar 10, 2016
    8
    It feels like a Mass Effect 2 and Destiny hybrid. While it is far from perfect with bugs etc..., the game is enjoyable and the Dark Zone is a welcome mechanic that made my heart race with the high stakes of the extracting higher quality loot.
  6. RamblinM4n
    Mar 10, 2016
    9
    Opinion:

    This game is very fun and is exactly as advertised. It's a looter-shooter. You shoot enemies, you get loot. At its core, that's all it is. If you're the type of gamer who loves shooters, collecting, and team-work based gameplay, buy it. You'll enjoy it. A lot of people have railed against this game due to repetitive gameplay and I'm not sure I understand why. Missions    Opinion:

    This game is very fun and is exactly as advertised. It's a looter-shooter. You shoot enemies, you get loot. At its core, that's all it is. If you're the type of gamer who loves shooters, collecting, and team-work based gameplay, buy it. You'll enjoy it.

    A lot of people have railed against this game due to repetitive gameplay and I'm not sure I understand why. Missions typically have varied goals that are achieved by generally shooting enemies in your way. If you think that's repetitive, you're in the wrong genre. In a game about shooting, people shoot things and get shot at. One reviewer commented on a lack of feedback from the guns, if you shoot someone, you get markers and sfx for headshots. What more do they want? Balloons and confetti?

    Additionally, the most unique design in this whole game is the Dark Zone. This is a free-for-all, pvp, loot fest where players are going to have some great stories to tell from their first excursion. In short, the Dark Zone is a place where players can go (in a group or on their own) to hunt the most desirable loot in the game. Other players roam the zone with you and can either help you kill enemies or kill you. This builds a huge atmosphere of suspense to this already intense zone.

    Build-It-Up:
    - Solid gunplay
    - Beautiful graphics
    - Great teamwork
    - Cool mechanics
    - In-the-moment character customization
    - Rewarding loot cycle
    - The Dark Zone
    - Atmosphere is incredible

    Break-It-Down
    - Missions could use more guidance (a little TOO much freedom)
    - Character customization is weak (better than Destiny or any other shooter but not quite RPG territory)
    - Gun sfx are weird
    - Latency issues can happen
    -    … Expand
  7. BRWAT
    Mar 10, 2016
    10
    The Division is a spectacular combination of RPG, FPS, and MMO mechanics in a well thought-out package, which should appeal to a broader audience than Destiny. Its story missions and detailed plot lines are something I’ve thoroughly enjoyed. The Division’s “Dark-Zone” is something refreshing and exciting, plus the loot is pretty sweet. Ubisoft’s inclusion of a robust matchmaking systemThe Division is a spectacular combination of RPG, FPS, and MMO mechanics in a well thought-out package, which should appeal to a broader audience than Destiny. Its story missions and detailed plot lines are something I’ve thoroughly enjoyed. The Division’s “Dark-Zone” is something refreshing and exciting, plus the loot is pretty sweet. Ubisoft’s inclusion of a robust matchmaking system for all end game content is something that its competition is severely lacking, and should make creating teams for the Divisions RAID activities called "Incursions" painless.… Expand
  8. carbun
    Mar 10, 2016
    10
    high quality well made game....

    viewtiful world
    many contents.
    detailed gun design.
    high accessibility match making

    it's a master piece.

    cheap at the price game.
  9. Serterm7
    Mar 10, 2016
    10
    If you are going to buy tom clancys the division you need to know you are going to find :
    1) 40-50 hours of solo or cooperative gameplay
    2) the best pvp in history
    3) best graphics you ever see on console
    4) best guneplay and gameplay ever create
  10. DayZ_Tabloids
    Mar 15, 2016
    8
    Fantastic Door Closing Simulator with Guns!

    Updated from my previous review. After many router issues - finally got this game working. (UbiSupport still hasn't responded. So, side note that.) The game is a Team-Based Rainbow 6 Cover RPG. It's all about finding gear, building up your stats and skills, finding new gear, staying behind a wall while unloading on enemies, and joking    Fantastic Door Closing Simulator with Guns!

    Updated from my previous review.

    After many router issues - finally got this game working. (UbiSupport still hasn't responded. So, side note that.)

    The game is a Team-Based Rainbow 6 Cover RPG. It's all about finding gear, building up your stats and skills, finding new gear, staying behind a wall while unloading on enemies, and joking around about it with friends.

    Multiple avenues in each mission for tactics. Spoken dialogue paints the scene and provides insight. Each mission is more or less a arena mode while waiting for waves of enemies to rush you - so if that's your thing more power to you. (I personally enjoy it.)

    The "Open World" and "MMO" portions of the game are totally bland. Never see other teams or people wandering around (unless you're in the PvEvP areas.) NPC dialogue is recycled - a lot. Tons of collectibles all over the place (because Ubisoft games LOVE collectibles and radio towers.)

    And you can shut car doors. Cause when the world goes to hell, everyone leaves their door slightly ajar.    … Expand
  11. Bsefick22
    Mar 11, 2016
    9
    After playing through about 20 plus hours into Tom Clancy's the Division, I am very satisfied with the game. The graphics in the game are fantastic and there is a ton of missions to do as well as areas of NYC to explore. Ubisoft nailed the detailing of NYC in this game. This game reminds me of Fallout 4 with looting, weapons and gear customization. Different areas provide better gear andAfter playing through about 20 plus hours into Tom Clancy's the Division, I am very satisfied with the game. The graphics in the game are fantastic and there is a ton of missions to do as well as areas of NYC to explore. Ubisoft nailed the detailing of NYC in this game. This game reminds me of Fallout 4 with looting, weapons and gear customization. Different areas provide better gear and weapons loot which is a great part of the game and very vast due to the amount of loot throughout the game. The Dark zone is also a great addition to the game which provides the best loot but hardest fights throughout the game, also you will have a separate ranking system for the Dark Zone than your normal game rank which provides a new feel to the game even after several hours into it. However, during my time playing the game the AI has been somewhat buggy, meaning I would be in a battle and enemies will run right into the open and just take my bullets. This does not happen all the time just sometimes. Ultimately, the division is a fantastic game and apart from the buggy AI sometime I would consider it being a 10/10.… Expand
  12. travasky
    Mar 14, 2016
    10
    If I had only one criticism of the Division it would be its somewhat unrefined control scheme. Ideally the game would feel more like the Gears of War we praised for its sharp third person controls but instead we end up with something a little slower and more vague like Last of Us. That point aside, The Division nails so much else. The progression feels quick and predictable. TheIf I had only one criticism of the Division it would be its somewhat unrefined control scheme. Ideally the game would feel more like the Gears of War we praised for its sharp third person controls but instead we end up with something a little slower and more vague like Last of Us. That point aside, The Division nails so much else. The progression feels quick and predictable. The environments are stunning. Graphics gorgeous. Content is plentiful and adequately varied. Overall The Division delivered more than expected even after following it from its first trailers 3 years ago.… Expand
  13. Madgel
    Mar 21, 2016
    6
    Quite fun, yet disappointing.

    The game begins with a very basic character creation system, you can choose between a few different head shapes, skin colors, tattoos, scars etc. Nothing really fancy, and "Basic" is the key word here because everything in this game is just like your character's creation: basic. The missions to gain credits to develop your HQ are basically all the same    Quite fun, yet disappointing.

    The game begins with a very basic character creation system, you can choose between a few different head shapes, skin colors, tattoos, scars etc. Nothing really fancy, and "Basic" is the key word here because everything in this game is just like your character's creation: basic.

    The missions to gain credits to develop your HQ are basically all the same and there are a lot of them: Secure an area (understand: kill 50 mobs), Protect some supplies (understand: kill 50 mobs before they destroy the supply boxes) and Collect some stuffs and bring them back somewhere (understand: kill 50 mobs and spend 5 minutes walking with a heavy suitcase which slows you down drastically).

    The main and secondary missions are a bit more inspired, yet nothing to go crazy about. The game is heavily scripted (ie: the enemies behind huge glass doors on the top floor of a building won't move if you haven't cleared the lower floors first...) and the AI is pretty basic not to say stupid.
    The mobs are basically all the same with a few skin differences: The gangsta with a weapon (baseball bat or a shield + axe or gun), and the "cleaners" with a weapon (a flame thrower or a gun). The bosses are uninspired too (mostly a normal mob on steroid) and there is little difficulty defeating them.

    The weapons customization is pretty cool though, you have 6 mod slots on your weapons to improve them. That's very cool and they really affect your weapons stats. The talent tree is also interesting even if you will most likely use the same talents all the time.

    Unlike Destiny, you won't see any players in the PVE part of the game (except your team mates of course), and you will only see other players in some secure areas such as your HQ.
    The PVP zone (the Darkzone) is fun (except when being chain killed by a group of 4 rogue agents) and stressful. You never know if that guy who helped you for an hour will betray you when it will be time to extract your loots.

    Verdict: 6/10, that's not a bad game, but it's far from what I was expecting after watching the trailers.    … Expand
  14. TheLastOfReview
    Apr 28, 2016
    5
    This review is based on my experiences after playing the game daily since march and it's worth mentioning my review depends much on the end game, which in all fairness should be included in the summed up version of any review.

    In its current state The Division is not a solid game. It lacks most of the things I am looking for in a game, such as a story that's alive and gets you hooked up    This review is based on my experiences after playing the game daily since march and it's worth mentioning my review depends much on the end game, which in all fairness should be included in the summed up version of any review.

    In its current state The Division is not a solid game. It lacks most of the things I am looking for in a game, such as a story that's alive and gets you hooked up on "what is going to happen next" and "oh, that's some interesting turn around". I mean, the back story of the game is really intriguing but there's no actual follow up on the post apocalyptic, dystopian story in the game and you never really get any feeling of being in this chaos except from the fact that New York are all abandoned after the pandemic spred via dollar bills during black friday. (How many people actually pays with bills anymore?). According to the size of the map the dev's could've done so much more. Instead the game concentrates on Dark Zone, which is approximately 1/5 of the map. Everything outside is dead. There's no reason going around free roaming after you've done the side missions that don't reward you more than some new specs and perks from the Base of Operations. It also lacks interesting characters, such as rememberable enemies, allies and/or missions. Your own character is just like everybody else.

    The loot are not rewarding and nor is the crafting system. All of it reminds me of climbing a mountain that just grows larger and larger. Of all you manage to achieve there's always something new that you need to do before you get what you're looking for. Some gamers may like this type of gaming but most of the other RPG games out there are more rewarding. The Division is like a wank without any pay off.

    But the game has a lot of potential. I really enjoyed when I met some bosses walking around outside Dark Zone. More of that! Give the map outside Dark Zone some life. There's tons of interesting places and appartments, parking lots and construction sites where they can make something happen.

    And speaking of Dark Zone. I've heard much about the Dark Zone and mostly it's pretty negative things like the loot suck and there's a lot of griefing in there that go rogue on you etc. But when I look at Dark Zone it reminds me of the time when it was snow outside and you walked to school and you knew it will be a snowball fight on the football pitch during the breaks. Anyone entering the pitch knew about the rules. You get some and you loose some - you consent to the rules. Don't think you can go in and just mangle down anyone without reprisals. And if you get mangled down you don't go running to the teacher with tears in your eyes and pointing down the pitch and say there's a quartet of griefers that threw snow in your face. Take the Dark Zone for what it is. The loot could've been better though. For even with a Scavenging over a 100% there's only slim chances that you get rewarded with any decent loot.

    There's two types of gameplays I hate: anything where time is ticking down and the other one is waves. It's not very refreshing, it's not very pioneering and it's just boring. The new Incursion Falcon Lost are a wave based game mode and it's a challenge. The worst thing with this is that you only get rewards once a week. However you can collect two rewards after complete both the Hard mode and the Challenging mode.
    These modes have a recommended gear score level at 140 for Hard and 160 for Challenging. But after the first week gamers already glitched their way to top gear score even though they didn't complete the mission the regular way. This lead to heavy problems since the glitched out mega super players with high gear score tried to matchmake players with higher gear scores so they should have a chance of beating the level the normal way. So if you had a gear score of 150 you got kicked out. I can honestly say that the best players I've played with have had gear scores around 150 and not 210+. Luckily this issue have been fixed. But there's still too many issues of matchmaking in the game. I don't know how many times I experienced missions that don't load and you get to load another one, and another one, and another one.

    The game is broken in so many areas. PC gamers have serious issues with hackers and all of the platforms (Xbox, PS4 and PC) suffer from all the players that cheat through missions with all of the glitches. Massive and Ubisoft have however tried to sort things out, but there's only more glitches coming.
    I've been playing it daily since march 15 and now time has taking its toll. My final judgement regarding this game is that it is not a complete game in its current state. However, I hope that Massive and Ubisoft listens to the critics and make it better. More things to do outside Dark Zone, refine the loot and crafting system and makes sure to address the other issues regarding cheating players and hackers.

    Unfortunately this isn't the first time Ubisoft comes out with a so so game...    … Expand
  15. PedroLvPs
    Aug 28, 2016
    1
    Super cool game until you get killed for the 70th time by a shotgun that is 17 miles away from you. I have by nos more than 2 das of The Division, probably I shouldn't give only "1" for the game, but, after you play you will fell the same way I am.
  16. Gruslasse
    Dec 3, 2016
    0
    The Division really just should've been called The Dissapointment.

    The end product is nothing close to what was shown at E3, in true Ubisoft fashion. I'm not sure who's dumber here, me for buying yet another Ubi-rip off, or Massive Entertainment for linking up with Ubi and releasing this utter anti-climax of a game.. Don't get me wrong, the graphics are good. Just not E3-good. The    The Division really just should've been called The Dissapointment.

    The end product is nothing close to what was shown at E3, in true Ubisoft fashion. I'm not sure who's dumber here, me for buying yet another Ubi-rip off, or Massive Entertainment for linking up with Ubi and releasing this utter anti-climax of a game..

    Don't get me wrong, the graphics are good. Just not E3-good.

    The controls (PS4) however are not good. Imagine steering a tanker ship, that just ate Taco Bell on the munchies. That's sorta how then player character feels like.

    Anything but the story missions are pathetic repeats. Release hostage, defend thing, get a brown hat as reward. Yellow hat available as DLC for just 300USD and a kidney. Go Ubi!    … Expand
  17. cash_algernon
    Mar 8, 2016
    9
    Officially, I would give my first impressions of this game a 9.75. A 9.75 because I know it feels like the engagements are hindered by a cover system thats not as fluid as it should be. Outside that, the game is pretty awesome so far. I've seen a review or two saying it's shallow. No clue what game they're playing, but the reviews saying there's an airtight plot feel a bit farfetched.Officially, I would give my first impressions of this game a 9.75. A 9.75 because I know it feels like the engagements are hindered by a cover system thats not as fluid as it should be. Outside that, the game is pretty awesome so far. I've seen a review or two saying it's shallow. No clue what game they're playing, but the reviews saying there's an airtight plot feel a bit farfetched. Having said thag, the game itself makes up for any short comings there. I could be wrong about that anyway.… Expand
  18. sampsonsimpson
    Mar 8, 2016
    5
    I've played a good 15 hours and I feel i'm ready to add my 2 cents in regards to this game.

    Pros: *Quality graphics. New York looks stunning on a good set. I have a 4k TV which makes stuff on the screen stand out. *Matchmaking. No longer like Destiny when starting campaign. You have the ability to look for up to 4 players to play with on a mission. *Hardly any loading. *Controls    I've played a good 15 hours and I feel i'm ready to add my 2 cents in regards to this game.

    Pros:
    *Quality graphics. New York looks stunning on a good set. I have a 4k TV which makes stuff on the screen stand out.
    *Matchmaking. No longer like Destiny when starting campaign. You have the ability to look for up to 4 players to play with on a mission.
    *Hardly any loading.
    *Controls are fluid for the most part.
    *Lots of weapons and mods.

    Cons
    *Graphics. Not as good as they once showed it in E3.
    *Online only. No offline mode.
    *Not a true MMO. Limited w/ 15 players in "virtual areas", can only co op w/ 4 players.
    *Bullet sponge. I don't care if you have teflon coated armor times 10 on your person, it doesn't take 30-40 bullets from an AR to kill said person, especially w/ headshots
    *bugs and glitches. There are many, trust me. There's a particular bug where you can grief someone from entering the safe house.
    *Verify Identity. Really?
    *26 missions. I'm almost done w/ the game.
    *Grindfest. You go to point A to point B, kill enemies, kill bosses, collect loot, repeat.

    I was left underwhelmed from what I originally saw. Maybe it was all the hype and I expected this game to be more than expected, but nope. This game is bland and quite honestly, I don't see myself playing it past this week. I'll end up selling it on craigslist or ebay. It's like I basically rented it for the week.    … Expand
  19. curtcleancut
    Mar 11, 2016
    5
    I'm not usually impulsive when I purchase a game for my PS4 This one was different. It came highly recommended from a friend and respected gamer. He played the beta and his description and hopes had me drooling. Aesthetically beautiful. RPG/MMO, challenging game play, full customization, a solid longer term development (3+ years in the making). Was the answer to Destiny? I hopedI'm not usually impulsive when I purchase a game for my PS4 This one was different. It came highly recommended from a friend and respected gamer. He played the beta and his description and hopes had me drooling. Aesthetically beautiful. RPG/MMO, challenging game play, full customization, a solid longer term development (3+ years in the making). Was the answer to Destiny? I hoped so.... I was sold.

    I went all in. I put a hundo down for the Gold Edition.

    The reality:

    Simply put, the game is absolutely beautiful to the eye. Character creation is limited in choice and customization. I read reviews before the release date that said this item would be expanded. If this happened, it was by much. Disappointed, but not a huge deal by any means. BUT this can be taken a step further in regards to acquired gear for appearance. I have certainly found my fair share, but everything seems to be a recolored version of another item. I went from a white jacket, to a grey jacket... later found a blue one. My guys looks just the other two team members. Oh wait, that one guy has a helmet. I can actually tell him apart! Hey buddy name is now "helmet". If we find another helmet, your name will be "blue helmet" tho because you'll look just like the other guy with a helmet.

    So that's a little frustrating. Not much variety there.... at all. UNLESS you purchase some stuff from the online UBI store.

    Weapons customization is admittedly cool. I think it's lacking on execution. Weapons have thus far run into the same issues in terms of visual variety. However, your instruments of destruction can be upgraded with a variety of accessories, so far the benefits haven't earth shattering but they do give show up visually when added to a weapon. Now here's my BUT. Weapons don't feel as individual as they do in Destiny or even Call of Duty. They pretty vanilla. by any means. This was something that Destiny nailed IMO. At this point, I feel like games should be out performing each other. Kinda feels like a step back in this regard. Also, their random benefits are nearly as cool as Destiny's. I get it tho, this is a separate game, "different game style" blah blah blah. Got it.

    Villains. Point blank. Boring as hell. It's a un-felt grind. No crazy maniacs that are losing their minds like in Boarder Lands. The head bosses are very anticlimactic and I hardly notice that I'm battling one until a few minutes into the fight. It usually clicks while I have my cross-hairs zoomed... holy crap, this guy looks a little different! No wonder its taking us 5 minutes to blast riddle him.

    The game play itself isn't intuitive, but that perfectly. It takes some getting used too. However, it's not fluid. You find some cover, shoot, and can bound by targeting another location and hold down on the x putting for a short moment. That "short moment" is my point of contention. When you want to scramble, it might not happen unless you have a premeditated plan. Again, this is a different game. Got it. Check.

    The rest of the issues I can easily dismiss as just another early bird release. It seems to happen with every game. Even the ones that have been in the planning for from 3 to 10 years). I clip through the ground for no reason, or trying to get into a group causes me to log out. Simple game crashes.... these things happen right? Can't hold it against Ubi.

    So I've had the game for three days and took a day off to put in some solid game play. The verdict? I'm bored. I can help thinking that I purchased a beefed up version of the MMO Defiance for PC. I hate to say it but Defiance may have held my attention for a little longer. Just a little.    … Expand
  20. DotaKaiju
    Mar 10, 2016
    6
    This game is fun. I'd be lieing if I said it wasnt. BUT the world feels lifeless. Im literally just running to point A to point B fighting a few AI's and doing a mission i felt like ive done before. I personally had more fun playing destiny but you may enjoy it. Im playing it right now and I can already see me putting this down in a few weeks if not sooner. I get DC's a lot and its gettingThis game is fun. I'd be lieing if I said it wasnt. BUT the world feels lifeless. Im literally just running to point A to point B fighting a few AI's and doing a mission i felt like ive done before. I personally had more fun playing destiny but you may enjoy it. Im playing it right now and I can already see me putting this down in a few weeks if not sooner. I get DC's a lot and its getting irritating. All in all a decent and fun game that will go back on the selves when Dark souls 3 comes out… Expand
  21. LTDan50
    Mar 9, 2016
    8
    To give this game anything less than a 7 is not being fair. This game off the bat is more fleshed out and has more going on than Destiny. You will get your money out of this game. There are going to be pay for DLC, but there is going to be free DLC including the ability to trade gear. The charecter creation is extremely weak and this game is supposed to be played with friends, it shows.To give this game anything less than a 7 is not being fair. This game off the bat is more fleshed out and has more going on than Destiny. You will get your money out of this game. There are going to be pay for DLC, but there is going to be free DLC including the ability to trade gear. The charecter creation is extremely weak and this game is supposed to be played with friends, it shows. The matchmaking is very welcome helping you find people to help you complete missions or to just join up and get into random trouble. I like this game and im sure it will get even better as more content comes out.… Expand
  22. commando41
    Mar 9, 2016
    8
    Any game that makes me want to come back and play it, is already a solid 7 for me. I love the environments and love how haunting the city feels. Once you get a feel for the cover system it can be pretty cool moving around from cover to cover during a fire fight, as well as timing your grenades to get the most kills out of one. The only thing is, it's repetitive...no where near Destiny'sAny game that makes me want to come back and play it, is already a solid 7 for me. I love the environments and love how haunting the city feels. Once you get a feel for the cover system it can be pretty cool moving around from cover to cover during a fire fight, as well as timing your grenades to get the most kills out of one. The only thing is, it's repetitive...no where near Destiny's grind but still a grind all the same. The RPG elements are great but you can already tell that once you get done with the story line the rest of the game will become bland. I really like the PVP and dark zone aspect of it...you definitely need to make some allegiances quick and even then you don't know who might go rogue on you...I love that aspect of uncertainty. In any event I despised UBISOFT for the longest time...laughed my ass off on launch day when I got the Romeo error but all in all this game turned the page for me with UBISOFT...I sitll don't trust them but I certainly don't hate them anymore...funny that a game called The Division would bring me back to play UBISOFT games.… Expand
  23. Grandbazaar
    Mar 9, 2016
    8
    I seriously don't understand all those extremely negative reviews. This game is far from perfect but it's good fun. The graphics aren't bad like people keep on saying, they look quite good on my 55" screen. The gameplay is extremely fun especially when playing with friends. The RPG elements add to the fun and longevity of the game. I do see how solo players may get less out of thisI seriously don't understand all those extremely negative reviews. This game is far from perfect but it's good fun. The graphics aren't bad like people keep on saying, they look quite good on my 55" screen. The gameplay is extremely fun especially when playing with friends. The RPG elements add to the fun and longevity of the game. I do see how solo players may get less out of this game, but knowing well before purchasing that this is mostly an online affair makes this a weak argument against the game.

    There are a lot of jaded player reviews on metacritic, so play the game and make up your own mind. Chances are you're going to have a geat time.    … Expand
  24. FoxFang
    Mar 9, 2016
    9
    Open world RPG looter/shooter with cover-based third person shooting, loot and experience grind. It's all wrapped in a techno-thriller packaging reminiscent of the works of John Ringo or the eponymous Tom Clancy. Game play loop is solid. Shooting is satisfying. Real world weapons are utilized in the loot system using a grading system of varying rarities. Best played with friends,Open world RPG looter/shooter with cover-based third person shooting, loot and experience grind. It's all wrapped in a techno-thriller packaging reminiscent of the works of John Ringo or the eponymous Tom Clancy. Game play loop is solid. Shooting is satisfying. Real world weapons are utilized in the loot system using a grading system of varying rarities. Best played with friends, absolutely, but most games are. Recommend a rent before purchase. Just so you can tell if the game play is your cup of tea. Comes with my recommendation however.… Expand
  25. East76landS
    Mar 9, 2016
    6
    Firstly , I made this review after playing a single day on the game, so clearly this is a review based on limited access. Visually, It looks good, the world is richly detailed, and runs fairly smooth, not as smooth as the likes of MGSV, but it feels smooth enough, player movement is also pretty solid. As for the game itself, after an entire day playing it, I still do not really know how toFirstly , I made this review after playing a single day on the game, so clearly this is a review based on limited access. Visually, It looks good, the world is richly detailed, and runs fairly smooth, not as smooth as the likes of MGSV, but it feels smooth enough, player movement is also pretty solid. As for the game itself, after an entire day playing it, I still do not really know how to class it, it is a mishmash of different elements. It has fairly decent RPG elements, character building, skill trees, etc, it has fairly decent shooter mechanics, the actual gun play is ok, the computer A.I. is fairly decent, they team up, and flank, etc, nothing groundbreaking, the quests are pretty basic, go here, collect this, switch this, kill him/her, and here lies the problem, it's fairly decent at most things, but that is about it, It does not excel in any one area. One of the biggest problems was with the 'bullet sponge' effect you get when engaging an enemy with a higher skill level than yourself, I understand this is the nature of RPG gaming, but with the games setting, it feels alien, at one point it took three of us to bring down one npc, with me personally having to reload multiple times, it felt completely wrong considering the games realistic setting. Add to that some lackluster voice acting, forgettable characters, and it all just seems very average.....

    6/10    … Expand
  26. buu1la
    Mar 9, 2016
    5
    People who have bought this game want to justify their spent money and give it 9/10 and 10/10, and this game is gonna get 9/10s from all big gaming sites. BUT here is the truth - the game is incredible repetitive and generic, it offers absolutely nothing new to the table. Missions are all the same, generic enemies, lame AI, no variety in gameplay, horrible story, a borefest to play alonePeople who have bought this game want to justify their spent money and give it 9/10 and 10/10, and this game is gonna get 9/10s from all big gaming sites. BUT here is the truth - the game is incredible repetitive and generic, it offers absolutely nothing new to the table. Missions are all the same, generic enemies, lame AI, no variety in gameplay, horrible story, a borefest to play alone ... etc.

    IT IS NOT A BAD GAME, it is just painfully AVERAGE and deserves nothing more than a 5/10.    … Expand
  27. Adlcktlt
    Mar 9, 2016
    6
    Sadly the game doesn't offer much (yet). All the missions are somewhat the same, or atleast they feel the same as all bosses are exactly the same. I was hoping for a game where I could team up with friends and go on difficult missions where we would need to work on tactics. That's not the case, as we're just walking around from mission to mission and complete them with ease by just simplySadly the game doesn't offer much (yet). All the missions are somewhat the same, or atleast they feel the same as all bosses are exactly the same. I was hoping for a game where I could team up with friends and go on difficult missions where we would need to work on tactics. That's not the case, as we're just walking around from mission to mission and complete them with ease by just simply shooting at the same enemies over and over again.

    Max.lvl can be achieved in a day, and I haven't figured out what's worth to do afterwards. I think ubisoft is going to have a hard time to keep their playerbase playing.

    The reason I did give a 6 though are the awesome graphics (I run it on Ultra) and character gameplay. You can modify your character in many different ways with talents,weapons,mods and decide what kind of asset you want to be in your team.(Even though it doesn't really matter, as long as you shoot bullets it's good enough). Hopefuly they'll give this more of a meaning in the future.    … Expand
  28. zathaia
    Mar 10, 2016
    10
    Incredible well-made technically. I was afraid that there would be major bugs making multiplayer a horrible experience, but it is fantastically smooth and i have had 0 bugs so far. 0 Bugs. Its not even a lie. I cant think of one.
  29. Segador
    Apr 9, 2016
    0
    Better if Ubi changes the name to Tom Clancy's The Glitch because at it is now is just a glitch simulator. Glitch, bugs, cheaters running rampant and no end content. All the fun you can take from this game is ruined pretty fast as you are going to encounter any of the previosly mentioned issues or all of them.
  30. Nemyue
    Mar 12, 2016
    5
    It's a moderate shooter game with good graphics. there's nothing special about it.
    If you were expecting a tactical shooter game with touching scenario or great scenes, you were certainly wrong.
    I would say it's one of the best examples of scam. The marketing team of this game did a great job. They showed 10 but the end product has only 2~3. It had such great potential but Ubisoft    It's a moderate shooter game with good graphics. there's nothing special about it.
    If you were expecting a tactical shooter game with touching scenario or great scenes, you were certainly wrong.

    I would say it's one of the best examples of scam.
    The marketing team of this game did a great job. They showed 10 but the end product has only 2~3.
    It had such great potential but Ubisoft ruined it like always.
    I just cannot believe it took more than about 4 years to make the game.
    It's either the devs ran out of budget/time or the director/person in charge does not have passion.

    Rest in peace Tom Clancy. Ubisoft did a **** job even for your posthumous work...    … Expand
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#66 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#5 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
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#3 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 63 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 63
  3. Negative: 1 out of 63
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    May 7, 2016
    80
    It won't win converts to the genre and the plot is problematic, but The Division is a handsome open-world offering, spiked with treachery. [May 2016, p.81]
  2. Edge Magazine
    May 1, 2016
    60
    That's the essential nature, and essential problem, of The Division's underlying structure. It's asking you to hunt gear with no tangible reward in terms of what you can do, how you do it, or what you look like doing it. [May 2016, p.108]
  3. DarkStation
    Apr 28, 2016
    60
    It builds a strong foundation on the gameplay front, offering up rewarding combat and simple skills, but doesn’t follow that with anything substantial, being content to let the standard end game grind and excellent-yet-stressful PVP try to cover all the questions its writing leaves you with.
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