Watch Dogs

 PlayStation 4
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6.7

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  1. VenkmanGB35
    Aug 6, 2014
    8
    I have to admit, when I first booted this game up I was not blown away like I expected to be. I played it for about two hours and was kind of bored wiith it. However, I decided to pick it back up and it turned out to be really good! The first two hours while boring, are meant to set up the long-term story arc for the charachters- which it did. Once the story go going it was very enjoyableI have to admit, when I first booted this game up I was not blown away like I expected to be. I played it for about two hours and was kind of bored wiith it. However, I decided to pick it back up and it turned out to be really good! The first two hours while boring, are meant to set up the long-term story arc for the charachters- which it did. Once the story go going it was very enjoyable and I became addicted to seeing what would happen next. The graphics- although not as good as advertised where still really great. The water and light effects were awesome and I had no lag on my PS4. Chicago was fully realized and my favorite location was Pawnee- a small hick town outside of the main city. I only had a few majore issues with the game, the driving and the fact that you can't shoot a gun and drive. If these two things were fixed I would probobly give the game a 9 instead of an 8. Overall this is a great game that was tons of fun to play. I can't wait for a substantial piece of DLC to hit so I can jump back in and play some more.… Expand
  2. Stafmeister
    Aug 29, 2014
    8
    Initially had high expectations for this game, then saw all the critical response and decided to pass on it. However a friend who has a similar taste in games bought it and enjoyed it, so I found a cheap Dedsec edition and got into it. I have found it a lot of fun to play, I don't think comparing it ti GTA V is fair as they are different takes on the sandbox genre, for example I wouldn'tInitially had high expectations for this game, then saw all the critical response and decided to pass on it. However a friend who has a similar taste in games bought it and enjoyed it, so I found a cheap Dedsec edition and got into it. I have found it a lot of fun to play, I don't think comparing it ti GTA V is fair as they are different takes on the sandbox genre, for example I wouldn't compare Infamous to either game. The online games have been entertaining, especially the hacking and tailing. The story was not particularly strong, but there will be inevitable sequels and this is a good starting place in my opinion. If you can find it for a good price, this game is definitely worth playing.… Expand
  3. Westbeast
    Aug 4, 2014
    9
    Watch dogs is not bad it has a lot of issues like the character is your generic guy out for revenge pick it up i would even go as far as putting it on my top 5 games of the year ................................................................. so far
  4. randomname420
    Aug 8, 2014
    9
    If you're looking for a completely original game, this isn't it. It's a complete knock off of GTA. That being said, it's a pretty good knockoff.

    I'll start by saying I didn't expect much from this. I ignore hype as much as possible. If anything, too much hype lowers my expectations. When I did play it, it exceeded my expectations. The graphics are the best I've seen so far on the    If you're looking for a completely original game, this isn't it. It's a complete knock off of GTA. That being said, it's a pretty good knockoff.

    I'll start by saying I didn't expect much from this. I ignore hype as much as possible. If anything, too much hype lowers my expectations. When I did play it, it exceeded my expectations.

    The graphics are the best I've seen so far on the PS4. Most of the games out so far look like last generation games. Watch Dogs looks and feels like a true next-generation game.

    The story line is passable, but a bit goofy at times. You're supposed to be the good guy, yet you're running around hacking people's bank accounts and car jacking them left and right. The probably shouldn't have made the main character out to be too much of a saint.

    The game play is good, but a little too easy at times. I rarely felt challenged by any of the action. The missions are different enough to keep the game interesting.

    I haven't played much of the online content. Only part of it is free without a membership. But what I could play was entertaining at least.

    Overall, I think it's worth playing all the way through. It's a good 40 hours or so of entertainment. After that, I don't think there's much worth replaying. Personally, I bought it used on ebay and will turn around and sell it for what I paid, so I got my money's worth.    … Expand
  5. Username_PT
    Sep 5, 2014
    9
    Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  6. observer123
    Nov 4, 2014
    10
    Excellent game. Don't believe the whiners, they just had unrealistic expectations.
    Certainly one of the best experiences you can get on the ps4 atm.

    I am aware of the issues with the PC version, but the PS4 version is working flawlessly for me.
  7. ThiouZ
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    Watch Dogs is a new franchise like Assassin's Creed in its time. This is not GTA but still a good game on PS4. This game is fun to play in the city of Chicago.

    Graphics 9/10
    Music 9/10
    Scenario 7/10
    Gameplay 8/10
    Multiplayer 7/10

    My overall score is 8
  8. Interstellar_
    Nov 14, 2014
    8
    Who can give 0 for this game ! WTF ? You give this score because you are frustrate ?
    I think 80 it's a reasonable score for this new franchise.
    DLC Badblood give a fresh view of this game univers too.
  9. Goby
    Dec 30, 2015
    8
    What's happening in the commentary here is the same **** that happens on Yelp. Competition has hired a bunch of people to write a negative review and upvote other negative reviews. I've played the game for hours now and I'm very much enjoying the effort put into it. The only complaint I agree with is with the poor sound design regarding guns and cars, but pretty much every other argumentWhat's happening in the commentary here is the same **** that happens on Yelp. Competition has hired a bunch of people to write a negative review and upvote other negative reviews. I've played the game for hours now and I'm very much enjoying the effort put into it. The only complaint I agree with is with the poor sound design regarding guns and cars, but pretty much every other argument in the negative reviews here is just driven by hate for Ubisoft or whatever dumb reason, such as **** about the graphics, which by the way I never thought to be bad. I think it's pretty obvious - giving a rating of 0 while complaining about just one or two aspects about the game, which may not even be true, is childish.… Expand
  10. vayden12
    Dec 1, 2014
    9
    I think it's a solid game overall. While a lot of the more 'adult content' was a bit overdone and not truly relevant to the overall scope of the story, I still felt Ubisoft dealt a game a continue to play, albeit from time to time.

    It was worth the $60 price tag on pre-order (1 of 3 games I have ever payed full price for) and at 95+ hours it has offered a number of worthwhile moments    I think it's a solid game overall. While a lot of the more 'adult content' was a bit overdone and not truly relevant to the overall scope of the story, I still felt Ubisoft dealt a game a continue to play, albeit from time to time.

    It was worth the $60 price tag on pre-order (1 of 3 games I have ever payed full price for) and at 95+ hours it has offered a number of worthwhile moments and stress relief.    … Expand
  11. vaughtex
    Nov 22, 2015
    8
    Despite the bad reviews on here I decided to play it through anyway. Yeah, the graphics and gameplay are a bit last gen in places, especially after what was promised - but the title offers some great set pieces and some fun moments. The game isn't anything new, but it is entertaining while is lasts. I found more positives than negatives, it feels that reviewers are venting their anger ontoDespite the bad reviews on here I decided to play it through anyway. Yeah, the graphics and gameplay are a bit last gen in places, especially after what was promised - but the title offers some great set pieces and some fun moments. The game isn't anything new, but it is entertaining while is lasts. I found more positives than negatives, it feels that reviewers are venting their anger onto what could have been, rather than what was delivered. Enjoy it for what it is, a solid piece of entertainment.… Expand
  12. dacritic82
    Jan 30, 2016
    9
    Watch Dogs, as many hyped games, was a let down for many people, who considered it fell short on its premise of "controlling" the city from their cellphone. However, this is hardly the case. These are some of the elements you can hack:

    - Controlling traffic: traffic lights, steam pipes, bridges, blockers, road spikes, gates, garage doors and even trains. - Accessing Information:    Watch Dogs, as many hyped games, was a let down for many people, who considered it fell short on its premise of "controlling" the city from their cellphone. However, this is hardly the case. These are some of the elements you can hack:

    - Controlling traffic: traffic lights, steam pipes, bridges, blockers, road spikes, gates, garage doors and even trains.
    - Accessing Information: personal cameras, cellphones, CCTV cameras, computers.
    - Causing distractions by: activating lifts, forklifts, junction boxes, making transformers and other utilities explode/burst, triggering car alarms, ringing enemies' phones. Additionally, you can disrupt helicopters and enemies' comms,
    - Invading: you can hack cellphones to: steal money, download music, read text messages, overhear conversations (some of them will lead you to objects of interest or give you a tip on a crime).

    In addition to all of that, you can also craft grenades, mines, proximity mines, distraction lures, jam comms, scanners (CtOS Scan). If you're still not satisfied you can cause blackouts throughout the city.

    Of course, not all of the above is available from the get-go, they require you to unlock the required skill. Speaking of skills, the skill tree is vast, allowing you to take control of more elements, but also improving your attributes (such as handling, focus, shooting, etc.).

    Weapon variety is not the best, you have: melee, pistols, sub-machine guns, shotguns, assault rifles, sniper rifles and grenade launchers.

    Now, the main story is solid, nothing extraordinary, but it's not bad by any means. Additionally, you have all sorts of side quest to undertake. Believe me, it's where you'll spend most of your time. Most of them are pretty fun and you'll all of your skills will be tested (stealth, driving, crowd control, puzzle solving, shooting, reflex, balance and more). Online activities are not too varied. Basically, you have: races (which are pretty fun), invasions and free roam.

    The music is great, but graphics - and probably voice acting - could have been a little better.

    All in all, it's a game that is totally worth checking out.    … Expand
  13. Numelon
    Feb 21, 2015
    9
    This game is just another complete rip-off of angry birds. The game itself is exactly the same except the graphics quality is much lower and the gameplay is significantly less user friendly.
  14. VictorSantos_DT
    May 5, 2015
    8
    Enfim, Watch Dogs. O Jogo mistura muito bem ação/história assim como outros títulos da Ubisoft. A movimentação e a interação com o ambiente urbano do game são incríveis, viciante. Gráficos ótimos (Não tudo aquilo que mostraram na E3 2012, mas mesmo assim são muito bonitos). Multiplayer não muito bom, muito pouco inovador e enjoativo a curto prazo, seria melhor sem ele.
    8/10
  15. Tirah
    Sep 17, 2015
    8
    Alright, let me get this out of the way: I genuinely like Watch Dogs. I know it's almost fashionable to hate this game, but bear with me.
    I first learned about Watch Dogs after I've watched the live action trailer. You may have seen it too. A young couple goes to a little shady shop where an Indian guy fixes their phone, and gives them an amazing app free of charge. He then proceeds to    Alright, let me get this out of the way: I genuinely like Watch Dogs. I know it's almost fashionable to hate this game, but bear with me.
    I first learned about Watch Dogs after I've watched the live action trailer. You may have seen it too. A young couple goes to a little shady shop where an Indian guy fixes their phone, and gives them an amazing app free of charge. He then proceeds to walk into the street and demonstrate what the phone can do. With one tap, he can control anything, from an ATM to traffic lights. You see no gameplay footage in this trailer, they only tell you the game's name and show you the cover art. I admit I was intrigued by the concept, but I wasn't really sold and made no effort to keep an eye on the game.
    A few months later I bought a PS4, and one of the games that came with it, was Watch Dogs. I didn't know Ubisoft downgraded the graphics prior to WD's release, I wasn't aware of any of the stuff that makes so many players hate the game. That's probably why I gave the game a fair chance and ended up enjoying it.
    The story is as cliched as they get. A lone wolf goes out to avenge the death of a loved one, and uncovers a huge conspiracy. We've seen this million times before. It's still enjoyable, though, and there are some strong moments. One scene in the human traffic mission immediately comes to mind. If you've played the game, you probably know which one I mean. The characters, including the protagonist Aiden Pearce, are bland and rather forgettable. The only exception is T-Bone, who's actually cool and fun.
    The controls are alright and I didn't have any major issues. The only thing I strongly disliked was the car driving. It gets better once you get used to it, but not by a whole lot. Sadly it's unavoidable because the city is large, and many missions require you to grab a vehicle and escape your pursuers.
    The graphics are fine. Bear in mind this is an early PS4 game and logically doesn't look like games that'll come out in five years from now will. For what it is, it does look good, and there are moments where it's genuinely impressive.
    The music is fine, if a bit bland, and you have an option to listen to an in-game radio. Same goes for the voice acting. Nothing really stuck with me, I just remember it being okay.
    The main story is quite short, but there are tons of side missions and an obligatory DLC or two. It should keep you entertained for a while.
    Overall, Watch Dogs is not as bad as everyone says. Sure, if I were one of the people who fell for the pre-release hype, my opinion would probably be quite different. I avoided Ubisoft's dishonest advertising, though, and gave the game a chance without forming a biased opinion. Take it as it is, don't dwell on what it could've been.    … Expand
  16. Mark1one
    Apr 11, 2015
    9
    I do not understand how one can evaluate a game like that in a negative way. I've never seen an open-world title with missions so well structured: stealth, shooting, hacking, car chases, everything works great. Yes sure, characterization and plot are certainly not at the top, but Watch Dogs was able to give me lots of hours of fun. A good starting point which bodes well ...
  17. Chinny1982
    May 13, 2015
    9
    This game really doesn't deserve the hatred it receives, okay so it wasn't the big game-changer we were promised and graphically it was hardly mind blowing but some people have focused so much on how it didn't live up to the early hype that they've overlooked the fact that this game was great to play! The story that accompanied the main missions was good and the side missions containedThis game really doesn't deserve the hatred it receives, okay so it wasn't the big game-changer we were promised and graphically it was hardly mind blowing but some people have focused so much on how it didn't live up to the early hype that they've overlooked the fact that this game was great to play! The story that accompanied the main missions was good and the side missions contained enough variation to prevent them feeling repetitive or boring - and it took some serious hours to complete so there was plenty of value for money. I game a lot and it's up there as one of my favorite new gen releases yet.… Expand
  18. DrakeGarrison
    Aug 26, 2015
    8
    In the modern uber-connected world, Chicago maintains the nation's most advanced and integrated computer system – one which controls almost every facet of city technology and maintains critical information on all of the city's residents. Assume the role of Aiden Pearce, a notorious hacker and former thug, whose criminal history lead to a violent family tragedy. Now on the hunt for thoseIn the modern uber-connected world, Chicago maintains the nation's most advanced and integrated computer system – one which controls almost every facet of city technology and maintains critical information on all of the city's residents. Assume the role of Aiden Pearce, a notorious hacker and former thug, whose criminal history lead to a violent family tragedy. Now on the hunt for those people who have hurt your family, you will be able to monitor and hack all who surround you while manipulating the city's systems to stop traffic lights, download personal and private information, manipulate the electrical grid and more. Use the entire city of Chicago as your personal weapon and exact your signature brand of revenge.… Expand
  19. DoodKing
    Sep 2, 2015
    9
    İn last year i was hopefully waiting for this game.But it wasn't very good.İ was so disappointed.But the missions are really good.And the story is fine.But the driving mechanics of the game is good but Gta V's better.Let's say that the games fine and it deserves right 8.Game is good.İf you like open world games and good missions you might buy this game.You shouldn't buy this game
  20. andyadrian
    Nov 6, 2017
    8
    I really enjoyed the game now in 2017. The whole ideea of the game is very original.Main storyline , graphics, stealth system, caracters, they are all very well created. The very bad thing in this game is driving , wich it is horrible indeed, and can make you angry most of the times. Overall , for me the game is a solid 8.
  21. JCdark2889
    Nov 22, 2015
    9
    Let me start off by saying that... no, it wasn't like the one at E3. No, it wasn't like I thought it would be. Yes, I enjoyed it. The hacking was fun, the missions were fun, the free roam was fun, the story was great. I liked how it wasn't about saving a girlfriend or anything like that. It was all for family and I love that. It's a great change of pace.
    Though not everybody likes the    Let me start off by saying that... no, it wasn't like the one at E3. No, it wasn't like I thought it would be. Yes, I enjoyed it. The hacking was fun, the missions were fun, the free roam was fun, the story was great. I liked how it wasn't about saving a girlfriend or anything like that. It was all for family and I love that. It's a great change of pace.
    Though not everybody likes the hero... I thought he was cool. He knows you don't get places by being nice.
    And if you play on PS4, it has some great side missions and other things like finding a serial killer among a lot more. I would say it's worthy of the score I gave it.    … Expand
  22. filip92
    Jan 19, 2016
    8
    Its the hype that ruined the reputation of this game..It is far from GTAV,its stupid to compare those two games,but Watchdogs is a good game...The missions are fun,the story is good...I reccomend it for the single player,it is a nice experience...
  23. son-of-serpico
    May 15, 2016
    10
    I found this game to be surprisingly enjoyable given all the harsh reviews. It's far from a perfect game but for 20 bucks it entertained me for longer than many recent releases have. I don't understand all the zeroes. I am looking forward to the sequel, which promises to be quite a bit better. If you have a chance to give this one a go, ignore the bad reviews and try it. For me it evenI found this game to be surprisingly enjoyable given all the harsh reviews. It's far from a perfect game but for 20 bucks it entertained me for longer than many recent releases have. I don't understand all the zeroes. I am looking forward to the sequel, which promises to be quite a bit better. If you have a chance to give this one a go, ignore the bad reviews and try it. For me it even rivaled Grand Theft Auto V. There is something fresh about it.… Expand
  24. PapaHet
    Jan 30, 2016
    8
    I'm shocked at how many haters about this game I think this is a wonderful game amazing graphics, perfect driving mechanics, the puzzles that appears when you hacking something in the missions, challenges, check-in mode and it's open world, that's awesome. Map is bigger than GTA V btw. But you can't beat civilians, but take down moments are astonishing. Online mode is, eh.
  25. diskostux
    Mar 6, 2016
    8
    I picked it up for $10.00 brand new and expected the worst. Its fun, I enjoyed playing it. The AI is really bad though. Just sit back behind a wall and they will all come at you single file kinda bad. I focused on stealth and felt like it would be less fun to try and play it as a shooter because the AI is so bad. The hacking was rather simple. The controls are also a bit clumsy at times.I picked it up for $10.00 brand new and expected the worst. Its fun, I enjoyed playing it. The AI is really bad though. Just sit back behind a wall and they will all come at you single file kinda bad. I focused on stealth and felt like it would be less fun to try and play it as a shooter because the AI is so bad. The hacking was rather simple. The controls are also a bit clumsy at times. But with these downfalls I still found myself wanting to play. I only played the main missions and felt like it was entertaining.… Expand
  26. VertexEspada
    May 15, 2016
    9
    Watch_Dogs - PS4 re-release. Now here's me thinking....yay...another remastered port... ¬_¬

    Actually as you play through the first 20 minutes you already start to notice MAJOR graphical changes. Scratches on bins, things YOU KNOW was never there etc. Visually the game got buffed, no doubt. However, the camera is still shocking at times. I guess they didn't fix that. But apart from    Watch_Dogs - PS4 re-release. Now here's me thinking....yay...another remastered port... ¬_¬

    Actually as you play through the first 20 minutes you already start to notice MAJOR graphical changes. Scratches on bins, things YOU KNOW was never there etc. Visually the game got buffed, no doubt.

    However, the camera is still shocking at times. I guess they didn't fix that. But apart from that minor hiccup that can only be an inconvenience the odd time, it's a great game and definitely an upgrade from the PS3 version!    … Expand
  27. PedroLvPs
    May 22, 2016
    9
    I didn't get why people were talking so bad about this game, it's great, the graphics, the Chicago of W_D is really pretty, the gameplay innovated, the story is OK and etc. If Ubisoft make Watch Dogs 2 i'll buy it! 8.9/10
  28. rami10ramroum
    Jun 10, 2016
    10
    This is the best game ever, even better than gta 5. You can go all around the city like gta, or hack things, have a police pursuit and finally die. Its a big map; Chicago. You can buy cars or steal them and there are many and MANY missions. Even there are mods and..... I just like this game and im shocked about the fact that many people hate this game. When you play the game, you feel thatThis is the best game ever, even better than gta 5. You can go all around the city like gta, or hack things, have a police pursuit and finally die. Its a big map; Chicago. You can buy cars or steal them and there are many and MANY missions. Even there are mods and..... I just like this game and im shocked about the fact that many people hate this game. When you play the game, you feel that you are in another world. There are NO bad-words!!!! Im just excited for the new watch dogs 2 with Marcus. This game shows that Ubisoft makes good games. PEACE!!!… Expand
  29. CheddarPlays
    Jul 12, 2016
    8
    The game is good.
    The graphics are very realistic , history is cool.
    But the Hype that Ubisoft created for this game was too exaggerated.
    The game is worth the price currently being sold.
    Good game!
  30. Killercaden
    Aug 6, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story is not the best, but it is super fun! When I first bought this game I thought it was all campaign and online but there was free roaming! I was even able to rob cars! I am so satisfied with this game!… Expand
  31. MLAAAG
    Aug 16, 2016
    9
    Excelente juego, muy muy buena la historia y las misiones secundarias, excelente la ambientación en la ciudad, la música muy buena y el sonido ambiente también, el cambio de clima también muy bueno, el online muy bueno, no es mas de lo mismo.
  32. HBK101
    Sep 1, 2016
    10
    the things that make this game fun is the online hacking and tailing because you never know what your opponent is going to do the opponent can be funny its just unpredictable every time you invade an opponent the match is always different
  33. TheWaffleGuy
    Nov 15, 2016
    8
    I though we went over this already. GTA WAS NOT THE FIRST OPEN WORLD SHOOTER. And if your going to complain about the FU*KING GRAPHICS, GO BUY A PC! GRAPHICS DONT MATTER. And if the game is "Repetitve", Then why the hell is GTA not? Its the same thing. Watch dogs had the hacking feature which mixed up the game more then GTA! And its not hard to drive a car in this game! I had no troubleI though we went over this already. GTA WAS NOT THE FIRST OPEN WORLD SHOOTER. And if your going to complain about the FU*KING GRAPHICS, GO BUY A PC! GRAPHICS DONT MATTER. And if the game is "Repetitve", Then why the hell is GTA not? Its the same thing. Watch dogs had the hacking feature which mixed up the game more then GTA! And its not hard to drive a car in this game! I had no trouble driving a car.
    I DID NOT EVEN FIND ONE BUG AT ALL. MOST THE OF BUGS WERE JUST FUNNY.

    Im not saying its the best game ever made. But you guys point out the most fake things i have seen. I played almost the whole thing. I never got bored.    … Expand
  34. spesini
    Jan 24, 2017
    8
    I heard a lot of criticism for this game and that it was disappointing and not worth the money. But one day, I decided to actually buy this game for about 15€. And I was NOT disappointed. The game is actually great. I hate to compare it to GTA, because I think this was the main problem: people expecting something like GTA. But no, except the open world, Watch Dogs is nothing like GTA. YouI heard a lot of criticism for this game and that it was disappointing and not worth the money. But one day, I decided to actually buy this game for about 15€. And I was NOT disappointed. The game is actually great. I hate to compare it to GTA, because I think this was the main problem: people expecting something like GTA. But no, except the open world, Watch Dogs is nothing like GTA. You are supposed to help civilians and the whole city is much deeper and darker. It reminds me more of GTA IV than GTA V. But, this game has absolutely great stealth system and shooting system kicks GTA's ass. City of Chicago also feels so much alive and the whole map is great. (maybe a bit small, but original). I don't see why other people talk about this game being repetitive. I completed it to 100% and had fun all the time (maybe Fixer contracts are bit annoying). Online is also cool, hacking and tailing other players is really fun. Weaker point of this game is probably the story, which is kinda short and the plot is... weird, let's just say.
    Overall, since you can get this game really cheap ATM, I think you should just buy it and try it yourself. And I am 85% sure, that you're actually gonna be surprised, just like me.    … Expand
  35. mastergamesbrhu
    Nov 19, 2016
    8
    o jogo e bom historia boa tem seus bugs mais e um jogo ok vale apena ja corrgiram algum bugs comprem eu gostei talves voce goste ponha na balança o que eu disse tem seus baixos e altos entao voce tem que decidir se voce vai gostar
  36. Jacob_Fox
    Jan 4, 2017
    9
    I really loved this game. I got it on sale in a local store just because the squeal had come out and I thought I might get into it. It has a nice story that (although it gets a bit disjointed at times) introduces some good characters and has moments that are quite intense. The game play feels nice and sturdy and works well with the hacking elements. I can't really say much more. The onlyI really loved this game. I got it on sale in a local store just because the squeal had come out and I thought I might get into it. It has a nice story that (although it gets a bit disjointed at times) introduces some good characters and has moments that are quite intense. The game play feels nice and sturdy and works well with the hacking elements. I can't really say much more. The only reason this game doesn't get a full 10 for me is the story isn't absolutely perfect but despite that the game is just really good and lots of fun. Can't wait to move onto Watch Dogs 2!… Expand
  37. filiptairi92
    Jan 7, 2017
    8
    I wasn't expecting much from this game,but it turned out quite good.There are lots of criticism,but for me,campaign is descent..Of course it couldn't match with GTA,but this is far from a bad game...
  38. Wolf_hack_kill
    Jan 17, 2017
    8
    "Hacking is your weapon". This is not GTA! This is an action-stealth-hacking game. The protagonist has a serious drama. The plot is amazing but additional quests are really bored.
    As result, this game is not ideal.
  39. Asianlover
    Jan 17, 2017
    9
    Watchdogs was a great game to play. It was like gta but you can control the technology. You can experience something you don't normally experience in real life. And it looked like we were going through the characters life.
  40. DylanJHamilton
    Jan 26, 2017
    8
    BEFORE READING THIS REVIEW, THIS IS NOT A GRAND THEFT AUTO COPY. This is a new installment from Ubisoft. Consider it a modern-world for hackers. It does have a crime system and it does have its differences. I do believe in comparison if it were to be compared with Grand Theft Auto, there would be absolutely no comparison to Grand Theft Auto as that franchise is almost perfection in everyBEFORE READING THIS REVIEW, THIS IS NOT A GRAND THEFT AUTO COPY. This is a new installment from Ubisoft. Consider it a modern-world for hackers. It does have a crime system and it does have its differences. I do believe in comparison if it were to be compared with Grand Theft Auto, there would be absolutely no comparison to Grand Theft Auto as that franchise is almost perfection in every aspect.

    But to start this game I may agree, was over-hyped or had an expectation that was not met and I will say it was definitely the graphics. The graphics were nothing in comparison to it's demo trailer which really got the industry and gamers excited. But the graphics are not as bad at the same time. I believe the biggest problem with Ubisoft is that they publish way too many games in a short period of time. I believe that one or two development groups should be fully devoted to development and that is where I think this game went wrong in anyway.

    However, gameplay is great once you get used to the fact that it is NOT Grand Theft Auto. FPS is not as bad for its timeframe. The story is pretty solid for a new game from Ubisoft. Aiden Pearce the character maybe boring at some points, but as you play, you will understand why he is so bold most of the time. Kind of like Connor from Assassins Creed III. Without a doubt, Raymond Kenney was my favorite character. Missions are pretty fun as you get a great exposure of hacking. I love the concept of taking over CTOS and Blume. What I believe was that more time should have been taken to develop this game to meet the expectations of the players. I believe that the hacking capabilities can be pretty fun when you unlock them and it makes the experience really bring out. You really get into the story after sometime playing it.

    What is very nice about this game is that there brings a future franchise for the open world side of gaming. It is definitely a beginning of something great and can also be a learning curve for Ubisoft. Watch Dogs is definitely something fresh and new for Ubisoft and the gaming community and I am excited to see what they do with their next installment. I believe Ubisoft will deliver better next time. When Ubisoft gets below a 9 rating, you know that it did not favor the expectations of its fanbase.    … Expand
  41. raccoondaddy
    Mar 21, 2017
    8
    Right away, Watch Dogs looks like a blend of a modern version of an Assassin's Creed entry and GTA V. For the first couple hour, I tried the single player and liked how the hacking gameplay integrated well with ALL of your characters movements. (Which includes driving, shooting and being on foot.) Eventually, I moved onto the online part of the game and found myself PLEASANTLYRight away, Watch Dogs looks like a blend of a modern version of an Assassin's Creed entry and GTA V. For the first couple hour, I tried the single player and liked how the hacking gameplay integrated well with ALL of your characters movements. (Which includes driving, shooting and being on foot.) Eventually, I moved onto the online part of the game and found myself PLEASANTLY surprised!! After two year AND a brand new sequel out, the online community STILL thrives!

    Getting into any of the online games was a smooth transition will very little wait time. (Most titles like CoD or Battlefield are between 3-8 minutes between games, following the end of a scoreboard+loading time. Where Watch Dogs, is 2-3 minutes tops!!) The gameplay is a little different for the multiplayer, with the only true competitive modes are online hacking and racing. BUT they are fun and easy to get into!
    Another thing I liked was the integrated matchmaking with the main game. Sure, it's annoying when you get hacked or tailed, but the transition is smooth and is enjoyable to find the person tailing or hacking you, in the regular world.

    Like I said, it does get annoying, especially when you're trying to do side missions or activities, as they will interrupt your gameplay, even though you can go right back to playing after the hacking or tailing is completed.

    As for the main game, it's a lot of fun! Many of the side missions focus more on driving and evading the police. Which is really fun to do in Chicago, the game's setting! Many of the side missions remind of me of playing Need for Speed Most Wanted and the Dukes of Hazard.

    As for the combat, I'll admit, the AI is fairly dumb and doesn't really pose too much of a challenge until the really outnumber you. Firefights aren't very tense and in many cases, when you combine you ability to sabotage things and the gunplay, Aiden gets pretty overpowered, provided you don't get shot in the progress. (As you really can't too many shots. Which is realistic., I guess.)

    Story-wise, it's a pretty decent little revenge story, which some may find boring or overused. Personally, it keep me interested, especially if you did a little exploring and listened to some of the audio logs.

    Two more things: the actual in-game hacking of Chicago's population didn't fit with the game's character and gave NO penalty for robbing people's digital accounts and literally STEALING someone's stuff! After a while, I was able to get well over a half million bucks from hacking phones, in an hour, by JUST STANDING STILL AND PRESSING THE SQUARE BUTTON. That I didn't like!

    The last one, is the actual environment and the streets of Chicago. I found it to be AWESOME and a close comparison to GTAV's detail. The city lives and breathes as it should; there are street performers, people out talking and doing all kinds of things, including actual crimes! My only complaint; the people were painted too much in a dark perspective.

    Overall, Watch Dogs, is a fun sandbox game that will appeal more to those who like racing, high speed chases and playing something a little bit different than GTAV. Sure the similarities are close to GTA, but it's great in it's own rite!    … Expand
  42. IssamMa
    Mar 20, 2017
    8
    Very interesting gta-like ! The main character is attaching and the story is not bad at all. I finished this game and I appreciated it a lot ! This is why i recommend this game
  43. Mr_NobodyV
    Nov 3, 2017
    9
    I was suprised about how people hated this game when it was released and this hatred actually prevented me buying a video game, that i actually liked alot. The graphics are the only thing that i did not like about game, but the storyline and gameplay was surprisingly very good. I surely would recommend this video game to everyone, that want to play a fun and interesting video game.
  44. NettoLage
    Sep 26, 2017
    8
    Não é o lixo que muitos dizem, joguei esperando odiar, e gostei bastante. Os gráficos são bonitos, a gameplay é excelente (menos na parte de direção de carros), a história é excelente e as missões são divertidas demais. Só peca pelos bugs, a direção dos carros e a falta de física em algumas coisas como a água. Conclusão, mesmo com o que muitos digam, Watch Dogs é um ótimo jogo.
  45. ilya_zotov24
    Nov 17, 2022
    8
    _Good game _
  46. SemmelMerlin
    Nov 28, 2022
    8
    Watch dogs 1 was pretty cool for me because of the dark setting and the badass mfcker Aiden Pearce. That just completely fits the vibe of this game. Generally quite underrated by the "hate" or better said strong criticism because of the fake trailer
  47. chrisdan23
    Jun 8, 2022
    8
    Watch Dogs hat aufgrund der Diskussionen um die berüchtigte Ubisoft Formel bereits vor Veröffentlichung viel Kritik einstecken müssen. Die immer selben Open World Mechaniken mit den immer selben repetitiven Nebenaufgaben, nervten viele Spieler und Tester. All diese Ubisoft Schwächen sind auch einem Watchdogs inhärent.

    Übersehen werden bei all der Kritik jedoch oft die eigentlichen    Watch Dogs hat aufgrund der Diskussionen um die berüchtigte Ubisoft Formel bereits vor Veröffentlichung viel Kritik einstecken müssen. Die immer selben Open World Mechaniken mit den immer selben repetitiven Nebenaufgaben, nervten viele Spieler und Tester. All diese Ubisoft Schwächen sind auch einem Watchdogs inhärent.

    Übersehen werden bei all der Kritik jedoch oft die eigentlichen Stärken des Spiels. Mit seinen Kamera Hacks bietet Watchdogs nämlich nicht nur eine wirklich einmal neuartige Spielmechanik, sondern kombiniert diese zudem mit ausgefeilten Stealth Elementen und einem ordentlichen Deckungsshooter. All diese Aspekte zusammen machen die einzelnen Quests in Watchdogs so zu einer Spielwiese an Möglichkeiten, um zum eigentlichen Ziel zu kommen. Stellt man sich geschickt an, kann man so manche Questaufgaben gar lösen ohne das eigentliche Gelände überhaupt je zu betreten. In Sachen Gameplay spielt ein Watchdogs so auch den direkten Konkurrenten GTA5 locker an die Wand. Dass das Hacking Element zudem zu einer äußerst lebendig und authentisch wirkenden Open World beiträgt, indem man beispielsweise Handygespräche mithören, oder Kurznachrichten abfangen kann, gibt der Spielewelt den letzten Schliff.

    Zugegeben, die Fahrphysik der Autos ist nicht sonderlich überzeugend und die Rachestory um den Hauptcharakter Aiden Pierce jetzt auch nicht unbedingt geistreich. Wer aber einfach an gutem, innovativen Gameplay interessiert ist, der kommt bei Watchdogs garantiert voll auf seine Kosten.    … Expand
  48. ShevaWall
    Jun 14, 2022
    8
    Интересная игра, проходил её с удовольствием чуть ли не на одном дыхании. Рекомендую
  49. Lucaz1n
    Jun 11, 2022
    9
    Jogo excelente. Ótima ambientação, temática, jogabilidade (exceto carro). Foi o primeiro jogo de campanha que me encheu os olhos quando tive meu Xbox 360. Nostalgia puta, gráficos lindos para epoca, enfim, incrível.
  50. LittleSticker
    Aug 26, 2022
    8
    very underrated
    i understand it didn't live up to expectations but bro it's still good
  51. Agt_Killionaire
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    This game is great at pulling emotions when invested into it. The repeating crimes remind me of Spider-Man 2 on GameCube. The story is great and follows a main character looking for revenge for a loss of a family member.
  52. nanansgxz2
    Jan 18, 2023
    9
    很少有新的游戏特许经营权如此完全实现并且没有重大缺点，这就是为什么这是一个如此令人印象深刻的成就。它不仅比同类型的许多前辈玩起来更精致、更广阔、更生动、更有趣，而且是下一代游戏玩法的最佳典范
  53. g_mahan_h
    Nov 7, 2022
    10
    "Everything is connected And I will use that to PUNISH"
    Best game in my life Aiden Pearce is a mix of John wick and batman
    With some special things like be a professional hacker
  54. AR021
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    I think this was one of the best games of Ubisoft ( it’s like this : watch dogs = 10 watchdogs 2 = 8.5 watchdogs 3 = 5 )

    I hope Ubisoft make watchdogs 4 exactly a copy of watchdogs 1 ( a good story + great gameplay like watchdogs 1 + ability to have all weapons not like watchdogs 3
  55. goodgriff33
    Dec 24, 2022
    8
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  56. Joe2539
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
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  57. IliaGlobal
    Mar 18, 2023
    10
    I really liked the game! Interesting plot, good characters and good graphics for the time the game was made! Thank you, very much dear developers!
  58. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!wd
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#37 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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#9 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2014

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 80 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 64 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 80
  3. Negative: 0 out of 80
  1. Softpedia
    Aug 6, 2014
    85
    Watch Dogs is a fun open world experience. However, the repetitive chases and the formulaic gameplay tend to get tedious and boring after a while. As such, you might want to enjoy the different multiplayer experiences and take frequent breaks to just roam around the city.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jul 25, 2014
    70
    It’s a bold first step on the new terrain for Ubisoft. The game is enjoyable, offers some interesting mechanics and lasts for long enough, but is bland as a whole. The characters lack personalities, the city could use more distinctness and the story is instantly forgettable. [07/2014, p.46]
  3. SpazioGames
    Jul 18, 2014
    85
    Overall, it is almost without a doubt the best platformer that has popped up on the current generation of consoles and is a bedrock on which Ubisoft could build a brand to remember.
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