Watch Dogs

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  1. CriticsCave
    Mar 25, 2016
    6
    Watch Dogs most definitely is a great example of over-hyped. The game-play and story trailers made is game look like a crazy love story to gamers, with so many things to do, and so many objects to hack. Well... That's not the case.

    Ubisoft really did make this game look fantastic, but a supposed graphics downgrade and simplified game-play mechanics made it far from reality. Physics are    Watch Dogs most definitely is a great example of over-hyped. The game-play and story trailers made is game look like a crazy love story to gamers, with so many things to do, and so many objects to hack. Well... That's not the case.

    Ubisoft really did make this game look fantastic, but a supposed graphics downgrade and simplified game-play mechanics made it far from reality. Physics are horrible, with last-gen AI, and horrible driving mechanics.
    But if that is really the case, then is it any good at all?

    Well yes. What always counts the most in all media is the story. Everything else can be downright s**t, but the story will keep you interested. That's the case with watch dogs. It has a great story! Not only that, but the characters are very memorable. That is what kept me playing, and most likely you as well.

    Have that and some fun puzzles, and you have a slightly above average open world game! Not the best, but most definitely not the worst either.    … Expand
  2. rubens123456789
    Mar 9, 2016
    10
    if it had a litle bit better graphics it would be fantastic game ..other than that i think this game had very much potential but they ruined .i would like beside all the time that you allways do takedown in enemies ,you can fight them with hand to hand combat system .thats it i like it this game and i hope watch dogs 2 would be the perfect game because has much more potential than gta vif it had a litle bit better graphics it would be fantastic game ..other than that i think this game had very much potential but they ruined .i would like beside all the time that you allways do takedown in enemies ,you can fight them with hand to hand combat system .thats it i like it this game and i hope watch dogs 2 would be the perfect game because has much more potential than gta v wich i hate it and cant standit . graphics 8 story and side missions 9 combat 7 weapons 10 hacking 9 protagonist 9 sorry for my bad english… Expand
  3. Schuback
    Mar 7, 2016
    5
    This game is wayyy overhyped. Don't believe the demos or even the trailers. They are lies. Ubisoft, the developers are lying to your face. This game is mediocre at best. It wants to emulate ambitious openworld games like gta or saints row but is so conservative it chooses to be Assassin's Creed instead... An open-world without any soul.

    Graphics are PS3 level. Open-world? Nope not    This game is wayyy overhyped. Don't believe the demos or even the trailers. They are lies. Ubisoft, the developers are lying to your face. This game is mediocre at best. It wants to emulate ambitious openworld games like gta or saints row but is so conservative it chooses to be Assassin's Creed instead... An open-world without any soul.

    Graphics are PS3 level. Open-world? Nope not really there's nothing to do in the world besides reading other people's messages or monitoring their scripted personal lives... Can't punch a random guy in the face. FAIL. You play a guy who talks like a ghoul (in Fallout) and dresses like a hobo without any form of personality. He's unlikable and you are forced to play this random guy. Wtf Ubisoft? Combat mechanics are alright. Poor driving, poor ai, poorly designed npcs. The token Jordi Chin is so out of place... So what's good? Well, I guess hats off for their marketing team =)

    Stick to gta. And Ubisoft, I don't know what to say but maybe... please give your customers some respect? I mean, how dumb do you think we truly are?    … Expand
  4. 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
  5. Termin8ter
    Mar 4, 2016
    5
    Don't buy Watch Dogs, because Watch Dogs is another unfinished, dumbed down, pushed out the door game by Ubisoft. First off, the graphics have been dumbed way down from the E3 demos, the hacking mechanics are very linear,you don't have as much control of Chicago as you first thought, and Aiden Pierce sounds like Batman when he spits out a sentence. The story is pretty boring too, barelyDon't buy Watch Dogs, because Watch Dogs is another unfinished, dumbed down, pushed out the door game by Ubisoft. First off, the graphics have been dumbed way down from the E3 demos, the hacking mechanics are very linear,you don't have as much control of Chicago as you first thought, and Aiden Pierce sounds like Batman when he spits out a sentence. The story is pretty boring too, barely anything happens for most of the main story. The multiplayer is fun, but that doesn't make up for anything. Don't buy Watch Dogs.… Expand
  6. claytastic
    Mar 1, 2016
    7
    I had to come back and change this because I realized how many other games there are out there that are soooooooooooooooo much better than Watch Dogs. At the most, it's a 7, which I'm nice enough to give it. But at the least, it's a 5. The story is boring, the characters aren't interesting, the customization is lacking in so many ways, and the driving controls are literally the worst I'veI had to come back and change this because I realized how many other games there are out there that are soooooooooooooooo much better than Watch Dogs. At the most, it's a 7, which I'm nice enough to give it. But at the least, it's a 5. The story is boring, the characters aren't interesting, the customization is lacking in so many ways, and the driving controls are literally the worst I've seen in a game. So why is it a 7? Well, here are the things Watch Dogs does right. The world is huge, it looks beautiful (on next gen), controls and gameplay are really smooth, and the hacking feels really satisfying, apart from the mini-games used in most story missions. Some would still say that would make this game an overall 5, but there are some negatives of the game I'm willing to let go, mainly the bugs that pop up every now and then. Still a disappointment though. 7/10.… Expand
  7. kinruiz
    Feb 15, 2016
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. tenia que ser de los idiotas de UBISOFT, creo que es la empresa mas nefasta de los últimos 10 años, debería llamarse, promise-soft, puras promesas, un downgrade vergonzoso, una imitación en chafa de GTA, pero como region 5. que pena que este tipos de juegos sean lanzados, con tantos errores, con tanta mentira para que la gente lo pueda comprar en preventa... si, lamentable que en esta nueva generación muy pocas empresas sean honestas... comenzó mal con lo de que no se tenia una beta para los usuarios, muchos errores incómodos, pareciera que estas jugando un titulo de PS2… Expand
  8. xpto2004
    Feb 8, 2016
    1
    The good:

    not fun to play
    gets boring fast
    the mission design is horrible
    Vehicle handling is poor
    Uninspired and generic open world, concept

    the bad:

    you need to pay to play this piece of s$#&
  9. 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
  10. 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.
  11. kewldawg6969
    Jan 20, 2016
    7
    Watch dogs is an ok game that can be much better with down improvements from Ubisoft and I feel that it has the potential to prove to be even better than GTA
    The open world of Chicago does not feel real and it all basically looks the same I feel like I'm going down the same street over and over again a lot and the driving and stealth is brutal
    Once you get past those things the game can    Watch dogs is an ok game that can be much better with down improvements from Ubisoft and I feel that it has the potential to prove to be even better than GTA
    The open world of Chicago does not feel real and it all basically looks the same I feel like I'm going down the same street over and over again a lot and the driving and stealth is brutal
    Once you get past those things the game can prove to be a lot of fun at times when running from cops or shooting people with that awesome cover system
    The hacking is very dull and this game does not stand out like it was advertised to be and does not feel fresh at all
    The awesome: cover system shooting story enemy AI cop chases
    The OK: open world
    The bad: driving hacking auto fail stealth missions feel of the open world    … Expand
  12. 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...
  13. ThisISmesmiling
    Jan 17, 2016
    0
    This will not be a gentle read. Watch Dogs, aside from a terrible title, fumbles in its ugly, clumsy man-hands, a terrible nonsensical narrative, underwhelming character mechanics, ridiculously outdated physics, and even after keeping my distance for over a year; going back to this game with the mentality of a last-gen mop up; I can't emphasize enough just how infuriating the pacing,This will not be a gentle read. Watch Dogs, aside from a terrible title, fumbles in its ugly, clumsy man-hands, a terrible nonsensical narrative, underwhelming character mechanics, ridiculously outdated physics, and even after keeping my distance for over a year; going back to this game with the mentality of a last-gen mop up; I can't emphasize enough just how infuriating the pacing, character, and plot development really is. It's unsatisfying when it should be clutch-critical, incredibly ridiculous when it's implied to be intimate, and lofty with a constant "head in the clouds" delivery when all the performances suggest there should be a great gravity about the situation. Its bad enough that the main character is supposed to be emotionally distraught yet through game-demanding-actions consistently falls to express that, but to force the player to become just so distraught over things like game mechanics and plot development, is not only a cheap parlor trick, it's an express ticket to "wtf review-land". If you're like me and gave this game a (cough* second *cough) chance, please, for the love of all that is holy, refrain from doing so and save whatever resource it would take you to acquire it. Money, time, pride, favors of one sort or another; just spare yourself the grief and stay away from this slog. This is literally the first game I have ever played which made me wish I could get back every single second I spent in it. Every would-be redeemable element of this game odd so strongly overshadowed by disappointment that even playing through to remind myself how it concluded was something I simply could not stomach. Worst. Game. I. Have. Ever. Played. And yes, I did play the original ME3 ending. Watch Dogs, as it sits now, is not only not worth the time. It's an insult to the industry. This makes HAZE feel understandably hyped.… Expand
  14. GreenMachineG
    Jan 1, 2016
    7
    Watchdogs is a good game in the Ubisoft family tree of titles that are extremely similar. It has all the same types of elements to it as Far Cry or Assassin's Creed does with the collect-a-thon map searching, etc. Good idea, and decent story, but the hype hurt this game as it fell short of expectations and promises. I still had a good time with this game, and it is worth playing if you areWatchdogs is a good game in the Ubisoft family tree of titles that are extremely similar. It has all the same types of elements to it as Far Cry or Assassin's Creed does with the collect-a-thon map searching, etc. Good idea, and decent story, but the hype hurt this game as it fell short of expectations and promises. I still had a good time with this game, and it is worth playing if you are a fan at all of the other Ubi titles.

    7.2/10    … Expand
  15. 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
  16. iCSiMarcelinmBR
    Dec 27, 2015
    6
    Horribly overhyped dull piece of crap. Add to that the horrible police rubberbanding (which makes it utterly impossible to ever, EVER lose the cops unless you have a gadget to prevent them spotting you in the first place. Just not fun.
  17. gdiego135
    Dec 3, 2015
    7
    This game is trying soooooooo hard to be GTA it's pretty hilarious, while it does have a new mechanic that let's you hack almost anything there isn't really much else to it, the graphics are nice, and the gameplay is fun besides the horrible driving mechanics, and the story is crap, i really didn't care much about any character, is it worth it well that depends on you, your better offThis game is trying soooooooo hard to be GTA it's pretty hilarious, while it does have a new mechanic that let's you hack almost anything there isn't really much else to it, the graphics are nice, and the gameplay is fun besides the horrible driving mechanics, and the story is crap, i really didn't care much about any character, is it worth it well that depends on you, your better off playing any other GTA game.… Expand
  18. bigboss1964
    Nov 30, 2015
    7
    Watch Dogs

    Game-Play:The game-play good at some parts and bad at some others.The shooting is very good and the hacking as well but I saw some opportunities at hacking that could be used but they was not ,the movement of the protagonist was very realistic and the cover system is good as well.Now for the bad things the game does not have areal melee combat system just some one shot one    Watch Dogs

    Game-Play:The game-play good at some parts and bad at some others.The shooting is very good and the hacking as well but I saw some opportunities at hacking that could be used but they was not ,the movement of the protagonist was very realistic and the cover system is good as well.Now for the bad things the game does not have areal melee combat system just some one shot one kill melee attack and also the driving was a nightmare I have seen better driving in PS2 games.

    Story:Also some lost potential here with a short story and a sequel bait ending but I enjoy it at some points the story will take you about 8 hours to finish it.

    Graphics:We expected better graphics in this game but they are not that great but still they are not bad.

    Notes:The open-world do not look very alive and the side mission at the start they were fun but they end up very repetitive.There are lot of guns in this game which I liked also there are a lot of different outfits.Some uninteresting characters in the game and a lot of missed opportunities at hacking hold this game back from what it was suppose to be but at the end it was a good game just that nothing more nothing less I think you should wait for a price drop before you buy it.    … Expand
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. Darth24
    Nov 5, 2015
    5
    This game and every aspect in it can be described perfectly with one word. Average. Gameplay = Average. Story = Average. Side Activities = Average. Graphics(for next gen game) = Average. I could go on, but you get the idea. Bottom line WatchDogs = Average.
  22. fallouts
    Oct 24, 2015
    8
    I feel that this game deserves more love. People were too focused on the graphics to really see the potential of this game, and now that's the past, I am finally able to see the true strengths of this game. The first act is mediocre, but after that, this game becomes very engaging with missions that offer freedom of choice and story that's very good. The gun combat is spot on and stealthI feel that this game deserves more love. People were too focused on the graphics to really see the potential of this game, and now that's the past, I am finally able to see the true strengths of this game. The first act is mediocre, but after that, this game becomes very engaging with missions that offer freedom of choice and story that's very good. The gun combat is spot on and stealth works well. I recommend this game to open world fans.… Expand
  23. stacuzi
    Oct 19, 2015
    1
    When Ubisoft showed what the world of Watch Dogs would be like.....I was excited. What I got was nothing remotely close. "you will never see the same NPC ever" 5 minutes into the game I see 5 bloody clones. The graphics are nothing spectacular as well. What they showed was something amazing but days before release they announce a graphical downgrade that really impacted the game. The gameWhen Ubisoft showed what the world of Watch Dogs would be like.....I was excited. What I got was nothing remotely close. "you will never see the same NPC ever" 5 minutes into the game I see 5 bloody clones. The graphics are nothing spectacular as well. What they showed was something amazing but days before release they announce a graphical downgrade that really impacted the game. The game play it self is very predictable, repetitive and dull, not to mention the story did not connect to the player at all. This game must be avoided .....period. Giving a 1 only because some losers put some hours of their life into making a **** game then over glorifying it to get rich...scum.… Expand
  24. OperationLions
    Oct 14, 2015
    6
    While the sheer joy of the first 45 minutes are totally worth the sticker price, the game gets stuck in a rut pretty quickly. Also, many of the mechanics just annoyed me. Like the multiple player hacking and the weird puzzle mini games.
  25. Rorbag
    Oct 6, 2015
    4
    The homeless, malnourished version of GTA V. Realised an hour into this game that it was minging. Took a day off work for it's launch but ended spending the day watching redtube.

    Ubisoft erection
  26. 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
  27. Mehrabw0w
    Sep 14, 2015
    10
    Very very very nice game I love this game.watch dogs is best game and better then gta v.I have game on ps4 and im always play watch dogs .yes really!.
  28. AMMANN7
    Sep 7, 2015
    7
    7/10

    Watch_Dogs is amazing but it could have been even better

    + Gameplay Mechanics
    + Hacking
    + Living open world
    + Online competitions

    - Voice Acting
    - Driving mechanics
    - Some dull missions and characters
    - Boring story
  29. 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
  30. chr1so
    Sep 2, 2015
    8
    Reviews were underwhelming so I wasn't expecting much. Turned out to be a decent game. The driving physics aren't at the same level as GTA V but being able to hack roadblocks, bridges & traffic lights makes up for it. Definitely worth playing
  31. Ozymandias786
    Aug 30, 2015
    3
    Purely for the humour of finding out In game NPC information, otherwise it was nothing like e3 the promise it showed and what It could have achieved. All I was doing was playing as a character with an interesting skill set but failure to capitalise on this by ubisoft meant a lacking story and mediocre missions, I guess they were too busy developing the next assassins creed game to care forPurely for the humour of finding out In game NPC information, otherwise it was nothing like e3 the promise it showed and what It could have achieved. All I was doing was playing as a character with an interesting skill set but failure to capitalise on this by ubisoft meant a lacking story and mediocre missions, I guess they were too busy developing the next assassins creed game to care for this one, but Unity became a let down as well. Early faults in the game were present with invisible walls restricting movement on occasion.… Expand
  32. 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
  33. AbstractCat
    Aug 21, 2015
    6
    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
  34. Gazombie
    Aug 19, 2015
    6
    I got this for £10 and it was just about worth it. Graphics where different than first shown as everyone knows at times looked great at times poor for a ps4 game, story was on did make me want to finish it. Gameplay was very repetitive reminded me of Assasins creed which in not a fan of. Driving cars was awful so clunky and unresponsive. The chases were sometimes fun using the hacking stopI got this for £10 and it was just about worth it. Graphics where different than first shown as everyone knows at times looked great at times poor for a ps4 game, story was on did make me want to finish it. Gameplay was very repetitive reminded me of Assasins creed which in not a fan of. Driving cars was awful so clunky and unresponsive. The chases were sometimes fun using the hacking stop cars but very mediocre game at best. Disappointed and I really wanted to like this game.… Expand
  35. Expired_Cologne
    Aug 11, 2015
    1
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  36. thodietho
    Aug 11, 2015
    6
    This game is a solid game on its own but i definitely know why its hated so much

    The #1 thing most hated about this game is that it lied about the graphics and stuff and there is no going round this fact. It does not look that beautiful (although you can download TheWorse mod to make it look better) The gameplay can be super cool if you are the guy to like it, if you like shooting    This game is a solid game on its own but i definitely know why its hated so much

    The #1 thing most hated about this game is that it lied about the graphics and stuff and there is no going round this fact. It does not look that beautiful (although you can download TheWorse mod to make it look better)

    The gameplay can be super cool if you are the guy to like it, if you like shooting everyone in the face in an action-packed showdown against 50 enemies, this game may not be up your alley. If you instead like stealth and clever maneuvering this game is great. I would also like to point out that the car chases (ignoring the 'unusual' physics engine) are phenomenal and its always fun to run!

    The physics aren't very good i have to say. The cars feel more like hovercrafts, way to heavy but slippery like **** bullets fly WAAYYY to slowly, And the freerunning mechanic just makes no sense most of the time. Although i mentioned that the bullets are unrealistic, the shooting itself feels more real than in most games, you die quickly and the recoil makes it fun and challenging!

    The story is pretty generic and unforgettable, but i don't know if there will be an awesome twist or anything because i have not finished the game yet.

    The graphics look ok, but not as good as promised.

    The 3 things i love about this game are:

    1. The hacking mechanic is cool and revolutionary
    2. I love the 2d artstyle and the 3d minimap
    3. The online hacking is really fun to do and to get thrown into    … Expand
  37. Asianbunny26
    Aug 4, 2015
    7
    I gave this game a 10, but now it's a 7 for me. I was planning on getting a platinum in this game, but a glitch had happened. I beat the main story, and it's really fun, but that glitch messed everything up. I lost my money,skill points, etc, but overall the game is enjoyable. I just wish the glitch didn't happen because I spent a lot of time on it.
  38. Irul
    Aug 2, 2015
    4
    I tried but this game is just boring. Did not finish just got tired of playing. I never immersed in the story and the side quest are boring for the most part. To be avoided.
  39. RoverGrover
    Jul 29, 2015
    5
    Start playing game, controls are a bit rough but I figure I'll get used to it. Too many cut scenes, but it's the beginning of the game, so far I dig Asian dude. Go through first mission a little lost but I make it through just fine; hacking system seems like it will be cool. Start making my escape in a sweet ride while driving casual so as not to rise suspicion. Get to police road block,Start playing game, controls are a bit rough but I figure I'll get used to it. Too many cut scenes, but it's the beginning of the game, so far I dig Asian dude. Go through first mission a little lost but I make it through just fine; hacking system seems like it will be cool. Start making my escape in a sweet ride while driving casual so as not to rise suspicion. Get to police road block, must act natural, they don't know who I am. Instantly recognized, WTF, commence car chase. Don't have vehicle controls down and sideswipe everything. Drive fast, can't shake them crash. Steal new car, rinse repeat for about 15 minutes. Rage quit, uninstall game. My watch is over.… Expand
  40. Lazlo21
    Jul 27, 2015
    5
    Watch dogs is the embodiment of why i hate ubisoft. I have to be honest, i was not very hyped for this game when it was first announced. I didn't buy it on launch day. I bought it a year and a half later just to see for myself what it was like.

    So i boot up the game. After getting like, three reminders to sign into Uplay (which i refuse to get), i get the game started. The intro is    Watch dogs is the embodiment of why i hate ubisoft. I have to be honest, i was not very hyped for this game when it was first announced. I didn't buy it on launch day. I bought it a year and a half later just to see for myself what it was like.

    So i boot up the game. After getting like, three reminders to sign into Uplay (which i refuse to get), i get the game started. The intro is solid and gives us a nice introduction to our main character. So then we get to the actual open world "meat", the reason everyone was so excited for the game. The hacking. I had so much fun in the game for my first few hours, looking into people's phones, stealing their money, interrupting traffic. Then after 3 days of playing the game, total of about 15 hours, i decide to actually play the game.

    I hate pretty much every aspect of the game except the hacking. But even the hacking got mundane. The story was practically nonexistent. The characters weren't interesting, and Aiden was not fun to play as at all. The missions offered a nice variety, but it was still not enough to make me care to finish it. The side missions were very repetitive, no matter what the topic, and i couldn't finish each string of missions either. The gameplay was very monotonous overall. I did have some fun with the minigames around town, such as the chess challenges and drinking challenges.

    Ok, i have to quickly get through all these other nitpicks and such pretty quickly. The music on the radio was not good at all. the driving just didn't feel right somehow. The overworld felt more lifeless and boring than, say, GTA. The upgrades and rewards for beating side missions were pretty useless. The graphics look pretty nice through, and this game does feel like it's next gen.

    I do not like watchdogs. it's honestly not ALL that bad, but it's just so OK i can't even comment on it. 5/10    … Expand
  41. GrumpyDan
    Jul 11, 2015
    8
    There are some wonderful moments and features in Watch Dogs; but also plenty of tired tropes and trappings that should’ve been left firmly in the past.

    The plot focuses on the high-tech exploits of Aiden Pearce, hacker and self-styled vigilante. He’s a bit of a dullard, really, and prone to occasional bouts of hypocritical self-reflection (in between shooting men in the face, and    There are some wonderful moments and features in Watch Dogs; but also plenty of tired tropes and trappings that should’ve been left firmly in the past.

    The plot focuses on the high-tech exploits of Aiden Pearce, hacker and self-styled vigilante. He’s a bit of a dullard, really, and prone to occasional bouts of hypocritical self-reflection (in between shooting men in the face, and running down hobos). Before the action starts we learn that Pearce and his partner Damien get involved in a risky hack job at a hotel, a mission that goes hideously wrong and ends up with an unknown villain retaliating against Aiden. His niece, Lena, dies in the crossfire and so begins a classic tale of one man’s quest for answers / revenge. For all the game’s reliance on tech, it’s the basest of human emotions that drives the story forward, which is either a clever nod from the developers or a lucky coincidence. Ubisoft Montreal, I’m giving you the benefit of the doubt on this one!

    Story-wise, the game is mostly dud. All the characters are unimaginative stereotypes, with thin motivations and forgettable personalities. Hacker chick with piercings? Check. Sinister, elderly villain? Check. Gang leader with a stupid name? Check. The plot itself is a mixture of predictable twists, dressed up with strange leaps of logic and enough technobabble to make Bill Gates soil his beige chinos with delight.

    At first glance, the game’s setting appears as shallow as its inhabitants. Chicago is a lively mixture of skyscrapers, slums, and the token ‘countryside’ bit--sadly inferior next to the wonderfully colourful, sun-drenched San Andreas of GTA 5. Look closer, though, and the city’s true beauty becomes apparent. It’s densely packed with details, hidey-holes, and some utterly dark secrets--many of which you only start to discover once you start poking around side-missions and optional quests. Perhaps my favourite moment in the whole game happens when I cause a mighty car crash, and see a couple of ghoulish pedestrians taking videos of the carnage on their phones. It really brought the game alive for me. The only real reservation I have about Watch Dogs’ Chicago is that--during the majority of my 40+ hour playthrough--it was either dark or dull. In rare moments of sunshine the game looks beautiful, really showing off its new-generation credentials.

    Vehicle handling is very heavy in the game, and unless you hop on a bike or high-end sports car, most rides feel the same. That’s no bad thing, as you’re less likely to fishtail out of control when you’re fleeing the fuzz. It’s also a little less twitchy than other open-world games to make on-the-road hacking easier to do--a welcome trade-off. There’s an immense joy in zipping through traffic lights, hacking them, and watching your pursuer smash into the confused drivers behind you. It’s so satisfying, that the game even cuts to a crash-cam when you’ve timed it to perfection.

    Then there’s the multiplayer, which is incredibly well implemented. Most features are integrated into the single player, and you get a pop-up message allowing you to accept or deny invites. Nice touch--sometimes you just want to be left alone. If accepted, other players enter your game to play one-on-one hacking games, races, or police chases.

    Watch Dogs’ interconnected world is a wonderful, explosive, high-tech playground. Shame the people who inhabit it are so forgettable.    … Expand
  42. BaronMonaco
    Jul 5, 2015
    8
    I feel like most of the gamers had very high expectations concerning Watch Dogs and just felt let down when playing it, but if, like me, you didn't buy the game one year after its release date, then you probably don't have those expectations.

    So first thing first : the looks, it's not the most important thing in a game but it still is your first contact with it, and although there has    I feel like most of the gamers had very high expectations concerning Watch Dogs and just felt let down when playing it, but if, like me, you didn't buy the game one year after its release date, then you probably don't have those expectations.

    So first thing first : the looks, it's not the most important thing in a game but it still is your first contact with it, and although there has been an obvious graphic downgrade compared to the first public appearance of the game, but honestly the game is still beautiful and worthy of next-gen consoles, my only technical issue is the clipping (when parts of the game such like cars or people aren't visible in the distance and appear out of the blue when you get close), which is pretty common for open-worlds.

    And about the world of the game, the city of Chicago is very well pictured in the game and it feels like a true living city (car accidents, robbery, conversation, romance, etc... and you don't have anything to do with those) but it lacks in interaction with you the player especially when compared to GTA 5. You don't have a real life, only a purpose be the Vigilante and yes that can keep you busy for a while (approximately 300 side activities to do), but gets monotonous when you already did 200 of them...

    Concerning the main story I have seen a lot of complaints about the uncharismatic Aiden Pearce, I agree to say it doesn't have a lot of charisma but it's the same for every modern Ubisoft Games (except Ezio), concerning the support characters, you can read them pretty easily, but they aren't badly done, just expected. The story is probably the worst part of the game, its definitely generic, not bad, but predictable for any regular consumer of entertainment.

    But now let's talk about the best part of the game, its gameplay, yes the driving can be improved to be more realistic but it stills very easy to master and won't bother you at hole during the game. The shooting and infiltration phases are good and not too easy (don't forget you can change the difficulty in the options) but above all else, what makes Watch Dogs unique it's the hacking, it's everywhere around you and totally change the gameplay, so yes they can still add more options to it but for the first installment in the franchise it's already a success.

    So yes Watch Dogs isn't a "WAHOU" game but it's good entertainment and for the first installment of the franchise very promising for the future (way better than Assassin's Creed 1) and definitely worth of the money (50 hours if you want the 100%). I advise the game for every gamer, except the ones that are very story oriented.    … Expand
  43. carlingtat
    Jun 28, 2015
    7
    If it wasnt for all the hype that Ubisoft put into this game as well as the graphics downgrade, I think more people would like this game and what it can offer. Its a good action game with innovative puzzle type elements to it.

    Escaping the police can be both amusing and fustrating as they seem to be able to spot you even when way out of sight but the manipulation of the city's    If it wasnt for all the hype that Ubisoft put into this game as well as the graphics downgrade, I think more people would like this game and what it can offer. Its a good action game with innovative puzzle type elements to it.

    Escaping the police can be both amusing and fustrating as they seem to be able to spot you even when way out of sight but the manipulation of the city's electronics are fun and creative ways to sabotage the police cars. The car physics and handling are very meh and the storyline is ok but not very fresh and the missions a bit repetitive. Overall I think if they makes some good changes to the sequel I will probably play it just no monster hype or graphics downgrade please.    … Expand
  44. Will_Ross18
    Jun 26, 2015
    6
    Way overhyped. There's really nothing to do compared to the amount of stuff you can do in GTA. The story was alright, The driving was sluggish and the graphics were ok.
  45. brandon911
    Jun 25, 2015
    5
    This is a great game full of moderate action but has little purpose because after the man story line. Theres not much to do, its actually quite boring because then people just call he ploice on you all the time, when you try to help people they turn on you. And the worst part is that you can't surrounder to the ploice they just kill you. And finally after you have bought all the carsThis is a great game full of moderate action but has little purpose because after the man story line. Theres not much to do, its actually quite boring because then people just call he ploice on you all the time, when you try to help people they turn on you. And the worst part is that you can't surrounder to the ploice they just kill you. And finally after you have bought all the cars there's nothing to spend money on. Its quite fun but many downers. Would recommen if you are into cyber/hacking games overall, good… Expand
  46. TigrisVsLeo
    Jun 20, 2015
    9
    Multiplayer is the only downfall. Single player however is one of the best campaigns I have played, there is a great story with many options to kill enemies, options to hack and options to complete missions.
  47. Animator97
    Jun 4, 2015
    6
    Watchdogs is another game that has been hated on unfairly. Most people are still mad because the game we got was not the game that Ubisoft showed us two years before. Luckily, I never saw that video, so I had nothing to be disappointed in. The game is solid. Better than what Ubisoft usually does. They always have the greatest ideas and then they do a half-ass job on the game, not toWatchdogs is another game that has been hated on unfairly. Most people are still mad because the game we got was not the game that Ubisoft showed us two years before. Luckily, I never saw that video, so I had nothing to be disappointed in. The game is solid. Better than what Ubisoft usually does. They always have the greatest ideas and then they do a half-ass job on the game, not to mention the lie about the product. The game has a good, interesting cast of characters, but the main character seems lifeless. He's not he badass you would expect. Some elements of the story are cliché but still entertaining. Many people complain about the driving. I had no problems with it, but I MUST tell you that if you play this game, get comfortable with the driving because most of the game is either driving from point A to B, or doing very difficult car chase sections. I wish there was more gunplay instead of driving and servelance. The game can get quite boring at times, but can still be fun. The tracks for the car radio are complete **** I found that only one song out of 25, I think, I enjoyed. That's bad since you are driving always. The hacks were cool but there could have been more. All in all a solid game. No it is not a rip off of GTA 5,so shut that up!!! GTA has better gameplay and a crazy ass story. Plus watchdogs has a more serious tone, but not as serious and dark as It should have been. The graphics were also good. Not as good as it was originally, but you can tell that they really worked on the look of the game. Not to say that they couldn't have worked harder. This game is good and fun, but I doubt you will make it through a second playthrough. Not a bad buy though.… Expand
  48. simon1854
    Jun 1, 2015
    7
    Ok so this is isn't a perfect game, feels like they went with a nice idea which in reality they didn't quite pull off. However, its interesting, it's easy to pick up and play and there is just about enough open play to try new things. It's not GTA by a long shot but i for one will be eagerly looking out for WD2. Good try for sure.
  49. Neckee777
    May 30, 2015
    8
    Even though Watch Dogs didn't necessarily live up to the hype, I'm still surprised at how much hate it's actually getting. Straight off the bat, I can tell you first hand that the gameplay is brilliant - both strategic and action packed, tense and fun - and the world that Ubisoft has built is incredibly rich and detailed. Hacking - the main focus of the game - is good fun and the fact thatEven though Watch Dogs didn't necessarily live up to the hype, I'm still surprised at how much hate it's actually getting. Straight off the bat, I can tell you first hand that the gameplay is brilliant - both strategic and action packed, tense and fun - and the world that Ubisoft has built is incredibly rich and detailed. Hacking - the main focus of the game - is good fun and the fact that you can essentially hack into anything is brilliant design. In honesty, the only thing that lets this game down is the story. The main story is borderline atrocious. It's just unbelievable and weak and cliched and just straight up boring. That being said, all other aspects of the game bring it up. Seriously, it's like Assassin's Creed and Grand Theft Auto had a baby, and that baby inherited the skill of hacking. A great time.… Expand
  50. JamesHarnold
    May 24, 2015
    7
    Picked this up for £20 - it was a great buy. I enjoyed this game but there wasn't that much content and too many things that seemed rushed, like no water spray when you drive over water!!!
  51. resumegam3
    May 24, 2015
    7
    WATCH_DOGS is a good open world stealth third person shooter with some minor and major problems that drag it down from being as good as some other games of the open world type (Just Cause 2, Grand Theft Auto V...) This game misses some vital points that JC2 and GTA V got right:
    1. You cannot swim underwater.
    2. There are some invisible walls. 3. You cannot climb obstacles or punch    WATCH_DOGS is a good open world stealth third person shooter with some minor and major problems that drag it down from being as good as some other games of the open world type (Just Cause 2, Grand Theft Auto V...) This game misses some vital points that JC2 and GTA V got right:
    1. You cannot swim underwater.
    2. There are some invisible walls.
    3. You cannot climb obstacles or punch people unless a button prompt says that you can.
    The story of Watch Dogs is quite exciting and interesting. You play as a hacker, Aiden Pearce, whose niece is killed by Maurice Vega, a gang member sent by Aiden's old hacking partner Damien Brenks to do the killing. The story then turns unoriginal, as Aiden is out for revenge on Maurice and Damien. Aiden is not a very interesting character, but the supporting characters are. There are also side missions like Criminal Convoys, where you have to cut off and gun down a group of gang members before they reach their destination, Gang Hideouts, where you knock out a specific target of a gang, Fixer Contracts, where you either get a car to a location with minimal damage, lose Police or gang pursuers and then drop off a car or drive through checkpoints to get the police on to you. The last group of side missions are Crimes, where you stop a crime just before it happens and catch the criminal. Whilst roaming around the in-game city of Chicago, you can use Aiden's smartphone to profile people. This shows you their name, what they've been doing recently, their job and their income. There are also some Mini Games to play: Cash Run, a parkour running smartphone game, Chess, Drinking, NVZN, another smartphone game where you shoot aliens coming out of a portal, Poker and Shell Game, where a man puts a ball in a cup and shuffles three of them round. Once he's done you have to guess which cup the ball is in. There are a lot of collectibles: Audio Logs, City Hotspots, ctOS Breaches, ctOS Towers, Privacy Invasions and SongSneak. There are many investigations that add more to the story, like the Human Traffic Investigation or the Missing Person Investigation. Gun combat in this game feels great and sounds great too. A bad thing about Watch Dogs is its excessive hacking puzzles that are used many times during the story, and many more when finding collectibles. Another bad thing is that Ubisoft have tried to mix single player with multiplayer, and this doesn't work well. At any time outside of a mission during the game, an online player can invade your game and hack you, and you can do the same to them. This sounds fun, but it can get really annoying and boring when someone jumps into your game and ruins your fun. The rest of the online modes are Online Decryption, Online Race and Online Tailing. Sometimes these modes can be quite glitchy, buggy and laggy, but the real problem is that just under a year from release, the Watch Dogs online community is dying out. Many bad things from Ubisoft's other big franchise Assassin's Creed are in Watch Dogs. Overall, Watch Dogs is a good game that is kept from getting 8 or 9/10 because of not-as-advertised graphics, missing vital open-world features, occasionally buggy online modes, bad mixture of single player and multiplayer and excessive hacking puzzles.    … Expand
  52. tsakiym
    May 18, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.................................… Expand
  53. 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
  54. joaopontesvaz
    May 12, 2015
    7
    Graphics: 7.0 Sound: 8.0 Gameplay: 8.0 Fun/Story: 7.5

    I was very excited to play this game because i love many ubisoft games (Farcry, Assassin´s Creed 4 and specially the Splinter Cell). In fact, Watch Dogs has some things of them, which i don't know that it is a good way to start a new IP. Despite it has unforgivable graphics problems there are no doubt that the world of WD is    Graphics: 7.0 Sound: 8.0 Gameplay: 8.0 Fun/Story: 7.5

    I was very excited to play this game because i love many ubisoft games (Farcry, Assassin´s Creed 4 and specially the Splinter Cell). In fact, Watch Dogs has some things of them, which i don't know that it is a good way to start a new IP. Despite it has unforgivable graphics problems there are no doubt that the world of WD is beautiful but sometimes its reality is damaged with the white contours to hack everything. Why doesn´t Ubisoft just put a little sign? Has to bold the entire structure? Like a bridge for example!!? And at night time in some hours i don´t like the colours too. Too saturated. The reflections of the windows are a truly disaster. Next gen graphics don´t even reflect the persons on the streets? And the buildings and other surroundings don't correspond simply. It´s a shame. Of course, the rain and reflections on the road are fantastic, the water effects are splendid, the lightning and crash/explosions are very very good, the cars, boats, motorcycles, ... are very well done (just need a more realistic destruction effect and better physic sometimes). Multiplayer is very good too, with fun and innovation. The graphics problems (i want to say again the graphics are good but with ridiculous bugs) and the obviously GTA 5 comparison relegate the Watch Dogs to second place (but far away) as an open world game. Rockstar has the advantage of experience and in fact GTA is a solid, polished and a final product, a culmination that is nearly perfection. Watch Dogs has potential but i´m a little concerned about creativity of Ubisoft in the hypothectical sequel.    … Expand
  55. shipanda01
    May 12, 2015
    6
    I was really hyped for this game after the amazing E3 trailer. But unlike many of other AAA games, I got bored pretty soon. I managed to finish the story.
    After 10h-15 hours (yeah because Uplay doesn't even record the time I spent on this game), I can finally say that Watch Dogs is a failed GTA clone. Meh.
    Positive aspects: + hacking system + weapon gameplay Negative aspects: -    I was really hyped for this game after the amazing E3 trailer. But unlike many of other AAA games, I got bored pretty soon. I managed to finish the story.
    After 10h-15 hours (yeah because Uplay doesn't even record the time I spent on this game), I can finally say that Watch Dogs is a failed GTA clone. Meh.

    Positive aspects:
    + hacking system
    + weapon gameplay

    Negative aspects:
    - story
    - graphic downgrade
    - nothing to do in the city (compared to GTA)
    - boring game    … Expand
  56. Fortysixter_UK
    May 9, 2015
    8
    A fine game. Dark, gritty & violent with a great story. A much more grim GTA 5 ( in that it's an open world city ), and in my opinion, more enjoyable that GTA 5 for the fact. I was surprised when recently ( early May 2015 ) the Developer admitted to the game having two main flaws, one was an unlikeable leading character and the other poor driving mechanics.
    I dis-agree with both, and have    A fine game. Dark, gritty & violent with a great story. A much more grim GTA 5 ( in that it's an open world city ), and in my opinion, more enjoyable that GTA 5 for the fact. I was surprised when recently ( early May 2015 ) the Developer admitted to the game having two main flaws, one was an unlikeable leading character and the other poor driving mechanics.
    I dis-agree with both, and have found the leading character to be necessarily opaque, so as to allow the player to place elements of their personality over the main character using their own in game choices.
    The driving is just as bad ( or as good ) as GTA 5. Motorbikes and high performance cars ( but not stupidly twitchy sports cars ) handle just fine as long as you respect the road.
    If anything, the game could do with more gunplay, especially the gang take down missions.
    Watchdogs is a highly recommended open world action game, with a long campaign and many, many side quests and objectives. ( all similar to games like Assassins creed series, Farcry and the new tomb raider ).
    Buy Watchdogs if you want a dark story and dark gameplay with lost of player choice. 8.5/10 and on my second play through.    … Expand
  57. 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
  58. Sky-Line___
    Apr 24, 2015
    6
    SO disappointing. This was supposed to be the game of the year, but it became the deception of the year, because our expectations were too high. It can be a good looking game by some times, but it's so empty, car handling is a joke.
    I didn't finished it entirely, i guess the story wasn't that good either...
  59. HungryHippo123
    Apr 14, 2015
    5
    Personally i enjoyed a few parts in it but it was a disappointing game this year, also with a extremely boring protagonist, but i did like the hacking and you should buy it at a cheaper price like 20 dollars
  60. 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 ...
  61. bristolian5
    Apr 8, 2015
    7
    Hackers are the warrior of the future; this is made obvious by Watch Dogs. During this game you play Aiden, a hacker in the city of Chicago. Aided by CtOS, you can hack virtually anything. Saying that I actually cared about the protagonist would be a lie. He has no personality; therefore, it is difficult to actually care about him. However, there are other characters during the story thatHackers are the warrior of the future; this is made obvious by Watch Dogs. During this game you play Aiden, a hacker in the city of Chicago. Aided by CtOS, you can hack virtually anything. Saying that I actually cared about the protagonist would be a lie. He has no personality; therefore, it is difficult to actually care about him. However, there are other characters during the story that I actually did care about. This game's plot is not that great and is very predictable. The thing that makes up for this is gameplay. Hacking is fun and is integrated quite well, but not perfectly. I found that the car driving mechanics were pretty good and enjoyed driving the various cars in this game. The only problem was that you could not customize them. Gunfights were fun most of the time, especially when using the hacking feature to create blackouts. Personally, I would buy this game as the price has dropped and is no longer $60, for the price it is now, it's worth it. This game receives a 7/10, it was a great game.… Expand
  62. Ghoster
    Apr 3, 2015
    3
    I really love open world games, but this one is boring from beginning. Somehow they tried to bring something new in genre but completely failed. This game was complete waste of money. Tried to force myself to play few times but didn't make it. Don't know if this game start to be better after few hours but didn't managed to get there. If you like this kind of games get Sleeping DogsI really love open world games, but this one is boring from beginning. Somehow they tried to bring something new in genre but completely failed. This game was complete waste of money. Tried to force myself to play few times but didn't make it. Don't know if this game start to be better after few hours but didn't managed to get there. If you like this kind of games get Sleeping Dogs Definitive or something and enjoy! Don't waste your money on this one.… Expand
  63. David2300
    Apr 2, 2015
    0
    I'm going to be completely up front about this. Watch Dogs is not good. It's very bad. I've played Saints Row 4 and I thought this game was going to be like that. But, holy crap, I was wrong. This game has absolutely NO effort put into it. It's overflowing with sex, drugs, and swearing, to the point where you're wondering WHY you're playing such an immature game. The main character isI'm going to be completely up front about this. Watch Dogs is not good. It's very bad. I've played Saints Row 4 and I thought this game was going to be like that. But, holy crap, I was wrong. This game has absolutely NO effort put into it. It's overflowing with sex, drugs, and swearing, to the point where you're wondering WHY you're playing such an immature game. The main character is generic and boring. Hacking has... well... NO purpose!! The city is less alive than Superman Returns. It is overflowing with bugs and glitches. The most you do with hacking is do an occasional puzzle minigame. Yup, that's it. The story is awful and lazy. Ubisoft just TRIES to make a GTA game but this..? This is an AWFUL game. It has NO purpose. YOU HAVE BEEN LIED TO, GAMERS!! DO NOT BUY WATCH DOGS!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  64. Kriostyx
    Mar 18, 2015
    0
    This is really big missed opportunity. Ubisoft had a lot of potential for a good game here, but the execution just drops the ball in every way. In every mission type they have an idea... and then they forget that going through the missions is supposed to be fun. This game also has no idea whether it wants to have a stealth or an action focus so it ends up lacking in both and makingThis is really big missed opportunity. Ubisoft had a lot of potential for a good game here, but the execution just drops the ball in every way. In every mission type they have an idea... and then they forget that going through the missions is supposed to be fun. This game also has no idea whether it wants to have a stealth or an action focus so it ends up lacking in both and making especially the action parts.... I wouldn't say impossibly hard, since they can be done with blind luck something like 25% of the time... but they are thoroughly obnoxious as all hell in ways they didn't need to be. Let's list of a couple of examples. First off you're often tasked with taking out a car. So you get into a car, chase the target down and..... you can change the traffic lights near him in hopes that he has an epileptic seizure when he sees red. You can't shoot from your car. If you get out to shoot, the target will escape and the mission will fail. So what you're left with is spending the next 35 minutes ramming into the enemy car hoping against hope that you will somehow succeed. Eventually you will, but did you have fun? No you didn't. It get's better. Often you are tasked to do this against convoys. In these missions you can intercept them and shoot them with say... a grenade launcher, and it's doable, if quite generic. But then the game tasks to take one or more people from the convoy *alive*. And now you're thinking "okay, so I equip my tranquilizer darts or something like that right?" Wrong. In order to take someone alive is to run into his di*k and hit him. While the rest of the convoy guns you down and kills you. If you stop to kill the rest of the convoy first, the targets will without fail escape. So you your only hope is to kamikaze the targets like an idiot and eventually succeed in your like nineteenth try after which you get to escape against impossibly fast pursuers and you've spent days on this mission. And it sure as all hell isn't fun. The game is filled with missions like this, that practically require you to have Saint's Row IV style superpowers like flight to get these slog missions done.... but you don't. The developers made Aiden Pierce an incapable protagonist who does not have the skills nor the equipment or health to take on these armed enemies. Also points deducted for the impossible drinking minigame that has a trophy tied to it. I was really hopeful for this game even after the graphics controversy, but damn.... there is just nothing fun about this generic sandbox game.… Expand
  65. DNAVL
    Mar 17, 2015
    6
    So after all the great hype and promising teasers of gameplay, we finally get to experience the long awaited Watchdogs and i have mixed thoughts about the game. i liked most of what i've seen and experienced but there are some vital areas that personally disappoint me.

    Gameplay - Despite having a vast amount of side missions, you do feel like after completing a few that it does eat away    So after all the great hype and promising teasers of gameplay, we finally get to experience the long awaited Watchdogs and i have mixed thoughts about the game. i liked most of what i've seen and experienced but there are some vital areas that personally disappoint me.

    Gameplay - Despite having a vast amount of side missions, you do feel like after completing a few that it does eat away at your interest of the main campaign. It does lack major depth in the side missions but the short details do keep them interesting. The movement is nice & solid which is similar to the feel of Assassins Creed IV but does get irritating when attempting to climb some fences and walls that cant be engaged. The hacking is fun while it lasts and prevents WD from being a generic game. The driving though is the biggest disappointment and almost jeopardizes the entire experience, the control when driving is very poor and it heavily takes away from getaways and chases. The combat system is also a tad too simple and easy. Gameplay Rate: 8

    Storyline: I think the story is great but it lacked complexity, it has a basic plot for a very sophisticated world. Better writers could have made this much more engaging. Aidan also at times lacked to pick up the momentum throughout the story, luckily he had a strong supporting cast. Storyline Rate: 4

    Challenge: At first the hacking can be annoying but once you've settled in playing you'll get the hang of it but as for the missions i felt it was a bit too easy, the only difficult thing for me was the driving because of the horrible driving system but other then that WD isn't that hard. Challenge Rate: 7.

    Fun Factor: A very fun game that i enjoyed and still enjoying at this moment, obviously hacking being on top of the list but even the horrid driving system has fun moments when playing around with blockers and traffic lights. Fun Rate: 7

    Graphics & Sounds: The graphics didn't really impress me much, i actually was a fool to expect the quality to be high as it was shown on all the teasers. What i really didn't like was the contrast of color through the game, it was like walking through a bland and unhappy city throughout the whole game even the sunny days were depressing. Expect the same and even less from the game on PS4. Unless you got it on the PC....The sound effects were up too par and accurate, cars crashing and the different sort of guns blasting were sharp and even the the voice casting were great, the in game music wasn't too bad either. Graphics & Sound Rate: 6

    My Conclusion: As much as i wanted to praise this game i feel the expectations were set too high, even with a avid amount of things to do in the game i felt there were bits and pieces that prevented this game from reaching its full potential.
    Buy or Rent: Buy with caution or if you like Assassin Creed just with a modern technology twist other then that rent first. Want chaos? Stick too GTA V.

    Overall Rating - 6.5: Far from perfect    … Expand
  66. ToatzMcGoatz
    Mar 9, 2015
    8
    Watch Dogs is frequently compared with GTA V. Some say GTA V reigns while a minority say Watch Dogs is superior. While I am with the latter, there are a few points that make Watch Dogs shine in comparison. The biggest is the immersion of the world. It's NOT because the map is Chicago, it's because of the Profiler. Each pedestrian has a near unique identity that you can hack into byWatch Dogs is frequently compared with GTA V. Some say GTA V reigns while a minority say Watch Dogs is superior. While I am with the latter, there are a few points that make Watch Dogs shine in comparison. The biggest is the immersion of the world. It's NOT because the map is Chicago, it's because of the Profiler. Each pedestrian has a near unique identity that you can hack into by listening to phone conversations and by reading texts or emails. It adds a whole new level that no open world has offered. In addition to this, the hacking is a novel idea that makes you feel in control of the world. It certainly is not as engaging as promised, but that in no way diminishes the fun of it.

    With comparing the combat to other games, Watch Dogs delivers. The levels are crafted to encourage the use of hacking (duh) rather than brute force, but sometimes requires both to succeed. The cover system employed nicely complements the stealth aspect to where if you made full use of your skills, no resistance should be met. However it's played, there is a nice progression system that makes your tasks easier no matter what route you take.

    Since comparisons are the theme, the driving in Watch Dogs is terrible. The physics is oddly programmed to the point that I had to ditch a truck stuck because a tire from a tire swing got lodged in the bed (no joke). When you get airborne, it feels awkward; when you off road it feels awkward; when you crash it feels awkward and unsatisfying. You get the picture.

    The biggest problem with the game I had was the recycling of ideas. While the style of main story missions where incredibly fun, there got to be a point where I wanted to see a fresh idea just because it I was tired of the same concept. Outside of the main missions, there are some side missions that suffer with repetition, while others are entirely enjoyable and flesh out the story.

    Overall, there are solid strengths that make the game worthwhile despite the negative feedback that has overshadowed the game.    … Expand
  67. robinzvak
    Feb 25, 2015
    6
    Good idea with hackers world. A lot of side missions. But thats all. Procesing is bad, story bored (soo stretched) The big problem for me is multyplayer game are non playable (game is horrible laggiing)
  68. Jyykson
    Feb 24, 2015
    10
    Much better game than people give it credit for. Enjoyed ever hour I spent with this game, and absolutely loved the Online Tailing mode, no other gameplay experience like it, anywhere, period. (even better than the Hacking for me, give it a shot!) Is it better than GTA5? Probably not, personal call. Is it at least the 2nd best modern open-world game? Absolutely. Should you play itMuch better game than people give it credit for. Enjoyed ever hour I spent with this game, and absolutely loved the Online Tailing mode, no other gameplay experience like it, anywhere, period. (even better than the Hacking for me, give it a shot!) Is it better than GTA5? Probably not, personal call. Is it at least the 2nd best modern open-world game? Absolutely. Should you play it anyway to experience the security-camera-hopping hacking gameplay? Absolutely.… Expand
  69. marco88
    Feb 24, 2015
    5
    the gameplay could be better, does not give you the feeling that u want. There is not full immersion in the game and about the hacking stuff it get boring after times. The graphic is not to bad. I though it was better. You can still play when you have nothing better.. Multyplayer is not that much fun,
  70. Yahdaree
    Feb 21, 2015
    7
    Average game with an average main charectar. Not bad but nothing special... definitely worth getting for half price. I spent a lot of time playing this game but it's not one that you need to pay full price for.
  71. diehard-gamer
    Feb 21, 2015
    9
    GTA V for grown-ups. And better everything (almost). Better driving, better combat, better characters, better dialogue, better graphics, better story, better city .. and a cyber spin. Only thing Gta v has over Watchdogs is funny radio stations.
  72. 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.
  73. Yas667
    Feb 17, 2015
    3
    Played for 3 hours... 5% of main story. Got bored and never played it again! There are some good ideas in the game but the whole package is very lacklustre and extremely repetitive. The main character sucks... the gameplay sucks.... the action sucks... not to mention the big lie by ubisoft around what it was suppose to look like to what it does... which is not even a next gen!
  74. Ian
    Feb 16, 2015
    0
    This game is an absolute travesty. It has no redeeming qualities. The story and characters have some of the worst writing I have ever seen in my life, the story makes no sense ("Why is Aiden a "vigilante of justice"? Why does he hunt criminals when he is himself a thief who steals from people's bank accounts? Why doesn't the game try to make sense of the plot?) Besides the atrociousThis game is an absolute travesty. It has no redeeming qualities. The story and characters have some of the worst writing I have ever seen in my life, the story makes no sense ("Why is Aiden a "vigilante of justice"? Why does he hunt criminals when he is himself a thief who steals from people's bank accounts? Why doesn't the game try to make sense of the plot?) Besides the atrocious writing, the mission design is horrible. Most missions boil down to terrible stealth, boring shootouts, or car chases, which go on way too long since you can't shoot while driving. The ability to hack the city is gimmicky and boils down to switching traffic lights to crash pursuing cars. The driving barely works and feels unfinished. The gunplay is generic at best and often shootouts are repetitive and boring. Sidequests are mostly "knock this one guy unconscious because he's bad, but don't kill him because you're a good guy" despite the fact that you can and often have to kill everyone else first. Graphics are ok but are way lower than promised. Worst 60 dollars I ever spent… Expand
  75. aweser
    Feb 13, 2015
    0
    The graphics did not live up to the previews in any way. The repeating of the same missions was god awful. The driving sucks worse than liking the balls of a goat and I don't know what is the deal with police being able to withstand 3 point blank shotgun blasts and 4 point blank pistol blasts and not just be alive but then pull out a pistol and with one shot take me out, but seems like itThe graphics did not live up to the previews in any way. The repeating of the same missions was god awful. The driving sucks worse than liking the balls of a goat and I don't know what is the deal with police being able to withstand 3 point blank shotgun blasts and 4 point blank pistol blasts and not just be alive but then pull out a pistol and with one shot take me out, but seems like it is tipped a little to far in the computers favor. Don't pull out your gun at ANY point. If you do, 5-10 people will call the cops and you will be killed. If you step foot into a mission red zone. The citizens will call the cops, then the bad guys and the cops will know exactly where you are, team up and kill you. If you bump into a character to firmly in the street, they will call the cops, they will track you, and they will kill you. If you like a broke dick version of GTA without any sort of free world experience and sub par graphics and a nearly Justice League/Avengers strength police force with unlimited tracking ability, then this is your wheel house. Oh and you have the like **** driving physics and cars that pull out in front of you, almost intentionally? hmmm.… Expand
  76. SonicmanMW3
    Feb 3, 2015
    8
    Watch_Dogs is a hit or miss type of game. Some people like it other either hate it or think it's the worst game of all time. Personal I think the zero the game gets are unnecessary, but you can't change what's already there. The story stars Aiden Pearce a professional hacker who one day his world turns upside down after his family is threaten. By using the city to his advantage Aiden mustWatch_Dogs is a hit or miss type of game. Some people like it other either hate it or think it's the worst game of all time. Personal I think the zero the game gets are unnecessary, but you can't change what's already there. The story stars Aiden Pearce a professional hacker who one day his world turns upside down after his family is threaten. By using the city to his advantage Aiden must stop to all the crime to the city of Chicago and find out threaten his family. The story I find to be good with a lot of awesome moment. There are problems tho like Aiden as a character is not that good. Anyway I like Watch_Dogs it was fun to play through and beat with it's responsive controls, good looking graphic, interesting story, characters, and game-play alike it's one of my favorite games of 2014.… Expand
  77. TSapper
    Feb 2, 2015
    3
    I admit it - I believed a lot of the hype about this game. Very disappointing.
    Pros: Pretty graphics (but not as good as in the demonstrations). A Watch Dogs 2 has potential if Ubisoft fixes all the problems with the first game.
    Cons: Controls. Boring missions. Rubber banding. AI is dumb. Low re-playability. If a game about hacking makes the hacking boring after the 3rd attempt, it's a    I admit it - I believed a lot of the hype about this game. Very disappointing.
    Pros: Pretty graphics (but not as good as in the demonstrations). A Watch Dogs 2 has potential if Ubisoft fixes all the problems with the first game.
    Cons: Controls. Boring missions. Rubber banding. AI is dumb. Low re-playability.
    If a game about hacking makes the hacking boring after the 3rd attempt, it's a loser. I'll be nice and give it a 3.    … Expand
  78. sems1193
    Jan 29, 2015
    7
    Watch_Dogs at first glance gives off a vibe of originality. No, that isn’t sarcasm, in case your first thought was “but, GTA…”. In this case I’m referring to the gameplay. The hacking element is something I had never seen in a game. While simple, it works in such a way that it’s fun and engaging. It’s enjoyable seeing the environment react to your interactions, aiding you in the action. IWatch_Dogs at first glance gives off a vibe of originality. No, that isn’t sarcasm, in case your first thought was “but, GTA…”. In this case I’m referring to the gameplay. The hacking element is something I had never seen in a game. While simple, it works in such a way that it’s fun and engaging. It’s enjoyable seeing the environment react to your interactions, aiding you in the action. I can say Watch_Dogs is fun, however the story-line is nothing to be amazed by. Expect a cliché, “I’ve been there before” kind of story. This story is not going to surprise you. The characters are interesting enough, Aiden doesn’t really crack a lot of jokes, but his character can still be taken seriously. His presence is authoritative; he isn’t an underdog, he knows what he’s doing and he’s a pro at it. The story is enjoyable and well crafted, but in contrast to the gameplay it’s nothing new—just decent.

    Then there’s the driving. There’s not much to say about the driving other than it’s all right. There’s an undeniable awkward sensation to it, but after a while you should be able to get used to it. It’s not bad, just different. I did not like the fact that you can’t own a car at any given time, nor are there any customization options. You can only steal or “order” cars through a phone app, but they’re not for you to keep.

    The setting and environment in Watch_Dogs is impressive. Ubisoft created a beautiful representation of Chicago. While not as colorful and vivid as Los Santos in GTA5, Chicago gives a more photorealistic and darker tone than the latter. The whole game is a lot darker, at that. Do not be discouraged by the “graphic downgrade” — On the PS4, the game looks beautiful. Cutscenes are superb. The city looks amazing close and at a distance. The NPCs are varied and feel alive in the city instead of robotic entities and that gives a lot of credibility to the environment. I will say that there isn’t as much detail like the way it is in GTA5 as far as the open-world goes, but what is there is polished and good looking. There are a few things here and there such as the reflections in the windows and awkward world interactions, but it isn’t enough to break the experience. Chicago looks beautiful.

    There’s also multiplayer in Watch_Dogs, and it’s thankfully a deviation from the traditional. There are modes where you can stalk or hack other players. These tend to be passive but they’re incredibly tense and fun. There are also online races and deathmatches, for those who prefer the traditional.

    Watch_Dogs is a fun experience, but the story will not fulfill everybody. It’s one of those “either you like it or not, there’s not really an inbetween” cases. But even if you’re not a fan of the story the game packs a hell of a lot of side content (I was at around 50% completion when I finished the story, and I had done plenty of side content by then) to engage in. Side content goes from fixer contracts (car delivery missions, cop evasions, among others), clearing enemy hideouts, etc., to collectibles and mini-games. Thankfully they feel relevant to the game instead of wastes of time, *cough* AC3.

    Let us hope we see a gigantic improvement, sort of like we saw from AC1 to AC2, in the sequel.    … Expand
  79. DrZomboid
    Jan 25, 2015
    7
    Downgraded from the first trailer, graphicaly and in terms of gameplay. Only good invention is hacking. The rest of game is mix of grand theft auto and assassin's creed.

    It is fun game with good missions better than Far Cry 4 and Infamous SS
  80. Rymac44
    Jan 20, 2015
    7
    Pretty good, but could be better. The driving handling is really bad, and there's not many interesting characters. Hacking is pretty cool, but could have been expanded more. Shooting mechanics are also pretty good. The plot is a bit interesting, but nothing that will really wow you. Lastly, the multiplayer is extremely boring. Overall, still a solid game that you should at least try.
  81. Darko84
    Jan 20, 2015
    5
    Watchdogs is a wanna-be GTA rip off with hacking "skills" which fails to bring something new to this kind of games.

    Poor story line and telling, besides the plain and dull of the characters. The only positive thing I can find in this game is the game play is descent and the graphics are in an average scale (nothing compared to what Ubisoft promised). Positive: + Game play    Watchdogs is a wanna-be GTA rip off with hacking "skills" which fails to bring something new to this kind of games.

    Poor story line and telling, besides the plain and dull of the characters.
    The only positive thing I can find in this game is the game play is descent and the graphics are in an average scale (nothing compared to what Ubisoft promised).

    Positive:
    + Game play

    Negative:
    - Story
    - Characters personification/development.
    - Fail to bring a hacking atmosphere.    … Expand
  82. themostdef
    Jan 11, 2015
    3
    This game reminded me what a great game Grand Theft Auto is.
    I still can't believe Ubisoft considered this project to be GTA-killer.
    Main story is lame and boring. SPOILER ALLERT: AIDEN WILL GET HIS REVENGE.
    Side missions are repetitive and boring.
    Graphics are not impressive at all.
    Soundtrack is just bad.
    Gameplay is even worse.
    3/10
  83. rodrigo1UP
    Jan 5, 2015
    4
    I was really looking forward to playing this game, but unfortunately it didn't live up to its hype/promises. The graphics are beautiful, not as beautiful as the ones shown on E3, but i have no problem with that. A part graphics and few other fun moments, the game is mediocre, at best, boring story, annoying characters, frustrating car chases and same buttons for different actions that canI was really looking forward to playing this game, but unfortunately it didn't live up to its hype/promises. The graphics are beautiful, not as beautiful as the ones shown on E3, but i have no problem with that. A part graphics and few other fun moments, the game is mediocre, at best, boring story, annoying characters, frustrating car chases and same buttons for different actions that can get you killed take all the fun of this game.… Expand
  84. SunShineMaster
    Jan 3, 2015
    9
    Story:
    The story isn't very original, but it's told in a exciting way.
    7,5/10

    Gameplay:
    The mix of hacking, shooting and driving feels great. It's sad that you cannot shoot out
    of your car.
    9/10

    Technical:
    Although it doesn't look as good as the first trailers, Watch_Dogs looks and sounds awesome.
    9/10

    Overall:
    Watch_Dogs is the better GTA 5 in my opinion.
    9/10
  85. captain9fingers
    Jan 2, 2015
    1
    I was really enjoying this game until I got stuck on a mission where I needed to follow someone through a housing estate, you get spotted by one of his cronies and you fail the mission, after a week of trying and watching numerous youtube videos for help I never finished the mission. I have given up playing, Bed bug I hate you!
  86. Deracku
    Dec 29, 2014
    7
    Relatively boring in comparison to other games ubisoft has released. It seems that it has been a bad year (2014) for Ubisoft as they have not lived up to their standards in terms of quality, especially action-packed video games. Aside from Far Cry 4, Watch Dogs and AC Unity were not great games.
    Watch dogs has been a game many were excited for yet its release date pushed many times due to    Relatively boring in comparison to other games ubisoft has released. It seems that it has been a bad year (2014) for Ubisoft as they have not lived up to their standards in terms of quality, especially action-packed video games. Aside from Far Cry 4, Watch Dogs and AC Unity were not great games.
    Watch dogs has been a game many were excited for yet its release date pushed many times due to problems. The story line is dull and the setting gives me an ill feeling, i.e. the cold north and it is depicted worse than it really is. The side missions (fixer contracts etc.) are bland, just as much as the story. The protagonist is nothing extravagant, just like the rest of the 'good' characters.
    This bold move by Ubisoft, attempting to usher in a new era of RPG games was not an entire failure, but has to be improved upon significantly, like Assassin's Creed.    … Expand
  87. gueli20
    Dec 21, 2014
    9
    I'd have to agree with C3realkillah. I am also surprised at this score. This game is a ton of fun, and my favorite so far for the PS4. This game was fun for me because I am from chicago, but also because the "hacking" is something that could happen in real life. Just ask sony.
  88. alexmanea
    Dec 19, 2014
    8
    This game is a must for for everyone who enjoys an open world game.the graphics were pretty good and the combat system wasn't exactly what I expected. The story was very good, like you could actually feel what the main protagonist was feeling. The side quests were fun at the beginning, but they slowly became boring, because they were repetitive. The multiplayer was very fun and I actuallyThis game is a must for for everyone who enjoys an open world game.the graphics were pretty good and the combat system wasn't exactly what I expected. The story was very good, like you could actually feel what the main protagonist was feeling. The side quests were fun at the beginning, but they slowly became boring, because they were repetitive. The multiplayer was very fun and I actually kinda enjoyed it. I haven't seen any bugs in the game and the hacking ability never got ols in the game.… Expand
  89. andifoster
    Dec 18, 2014
    8
    Let's face it - Watch Dogs had been so hyped that it was virtually impossible for it to live up to the expectations (which it doesn't). However, it is still a really enjoyable open-world game. The storyline gets a bit bland, but there are enough twists and turns to keep you interested and it's a solid base to start a new franchise. The sidequests are typical Ubisoft and there are plenty toLet's face it - Watch Dogs had been so hyped that it was virtually impossible for it to live up to the expectations (which it doesn't). However, it is still a really enjoyable open-world game. The storyline gets a bit bland, but there are enough twists and turns to keep you interested and it's a solid base to start a new franchise. The sidequests are typical Ubisoft and there are plenty to do - but I did find the driving ones got a bit tedious.....All in all - I really enjoyed it - but I'd love to see more choices in the future (Ubisoft could do with taking a bit of advice from Bioware).… Expand
  90. spelljunkie
    Dec 12, 2014
    0
    There is nothing clever, new or challenging about this game. When you are given a mission, instead of it being difficult they just make sure to provide no instruction and overwhelm you with computer generated players so you die, die, die, die and have to do the mission over and over and over. Its like they just copied a GTA map, stuck in their own random side missions, then instead ofThere is nothing clever, new or challenging about this game. When you are given a mission, instead of it being difficult they just make sure to provide no instruction and overwhelm you with computer generated players so you die, die, die, die and have to do the mission over and over and over. Its like they just copied a GTA map, stuck in their own random side missions, then instead of doing anything new, they just make it difficult using the lazy methods mentioned above. Oh and the music, what a joke! It is a bunch of unheard of "tracks" from a bunch of lousy no-name artists. And you are supposed to feel and accomplishment when you unlock new songs?! Oh yeah, great I just unlocked another assault on my senses! Complete waste of time and money. Gonna find someone else to pawn this off on!… Expand
  91. foxviewchannel
    Dec 11, 2014
    6
    Watch Dogs is an open world action game developed by Ubisoft. The story takes place in Chicago Illinois, a detailed city that is hooked up to a big centralized operating system called the Corporate Controlled System (CTOS) that monitors everything.

    Main character Aiden Pearson participates in an electronic bank heist at a hotel that goes wrong and ends with unknown Hitmen retaliating    Watch Dogs is an open world action game developed by Ubisoft. The story takes place in Chicago Illinois, a detailed city that is hooked up to a big centralized operating system called the Corporate Controlled System (CTOS) that monitors everything.

    Main character Aiden Pearson participates in an electronic bank heist at a hotel that goes wrong and ends with unknown Hitmen retaliating against Aiden. His niece, Lena is hospitalized after the cross firings and dies after being in coma for 2 months.

    Watch Dogs has an interesting mechanic that’s main focus is on hacking. Aiden has the ability to access the CTOS and can manipulate his environment by using his smart phone that can hack into bank machines, security cameras, people’s phone calls and personal information such as occupation and salaries. The hacking also allows you to escape trouble by distracting guards and accessing their grenades.

    Your phone can also be used while driving by opening gates, raising bridges and blowing steam pipes from the underground. The driving wasn’t very realistic, but I liked the arcade physics which were fun; however, the lack of combat options while driving is disappointing because you can’t fire out of the car window so you will end up driving around and hacking things to get rid of the enemy.

    The shooting is solid but it is the stealth approach that is more rewarding as you can infiltrate secure locations filled with guards by accessing a camera in the building using your phone. You can then project yourself into another camera in the building within range. It is very important to connect with the main character; sadly this can’t be said about Aiden. I was surprised to see by how boring Aiden’s character was. His character was dry, forgettable and with no sense of humor, luckily the supporting casts are better.

    The main campaigns length is around 35 hours and there is a lot of content throughout the game with many things to do like slot machines, drinking games, and chess. The surprising multiplayer is engaging with many fun modes. I personally enjoyed intrusion mode where you spawn into another player’s game session and hack them without being noticed.

    Watch dogs had a lot of potential to be a great game, but the bland main character and weak story does affect the overall experience. Nevertheless, the game is fun with a lot of content for exploration and it cleverly mixes stealth, action and hacking that is entertaining.    … Expand
  92. smirnoxo
    Dec 5, 2014
    0
    This game is a waste of money, it lacks of the FUN factor, it is boring and if I can describe in one word this game, that word would be TRASH, I'm really very disappointed and this game changed my opinion about Ubisoft and the quality of its games.
  93. billruller
    Dec 4, 2014
    7
    Honestly, I think that people are overheating this game way too much. Sure, the graphics don't look as next generation as it was in E3. Even for PS4, this is very unacceptable. But aside from that, the game isn't as awful as many people proclaim it to be. It's not the best game ever made, but I had a lot of fun with it. The gameplay was nice, with the ability to hack on technical objectsHonestly, I think that people are overheating this game way too much. Sure, the graphics don't look as next generation as it was in E3. Even for PS4, this is very unacceptable. But aside from that, the game isn't as awful as many people proclaim it to be. It's not the best game ever made, but I had a lot of fun with it. The gameplay was nice, with the ability to hack on technical objects is pretty friggin' awesome. The creativity to the androids is awesome especially when you play as them. I also love that you can blackout the entire city, that is awesome! The story was kinda flat, but not terrible, it's as lacking as Assassin's Creed. I like the sound track. I like the gameplay, it makes me want to keep playing for the side missions, hack missions, and even the storyline. Overall, I really like this game. I don't think it's great, but I definitely don't think it's awful. I'm seeing here that most people are giving it 0/10 all because of the graphics…that's it. Everything else other than the graphics are average.… Expand
  94. Ed_
    Dec 2, 2014
    10
    Great game with a fascinating concept.

    Enjoyable gameplay (have multiple options for playing through a mission), deep story and amazing graphics and side missions.

    You will be able to sympathize with the protagonist, Aiden.

    Good game, keep up the good work Ubisoft!
  95. 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
  96. JaydogReviews
    Nov 22, 2014
    8
    Watch Dogs has in my opinion, a wonderful story line, and wonderful shooting mechanics. Chicago is masterful and almost identical to reality. The open world just adds to the experience of the game, making it even better. The only flaw, is simply that there is nothing to do in online with your friends, and that the driving mechanics are overly sensitive, and very difficult to get used to.Watch Dogs has in my opinion, a wonderful story line, and wonderful shooting mechanics. Chicago is masterful and almost identical to reality. The open world just adds to the experience of the game, making it even better. The only flaw, is simply that there is nothing to do in online with your friends, and that the driving mechanics are overly sensitive, and very difficult to get used to. All in all, worth the $60.… Expand
  97. joao1198pedro
    Nov 22, 2014
    7
    Perhaps of not being an gta game or skyrim, watch dogs is still a good open world game, but it still have a weak story and it isnt revolutionary as i thought it would be.
  98. cregor
    Nov 19, 2014
    6
    Really wanted to like this game, it looks amazing and the concept is fresh. Unfortunately the execution is lacking, there is so much going on in the game that the average player can't keep track of it all and you are left feeling numb when you accomplish missions in an unintended manner because you can't pull off the cool move.
  99. midway23
    Nov 18, 2014
    6
    "Watch Dogs" is just not enough. Putting it's terrible story and boring main protagonist aside, the game feels forced. And while the impressive hacking ability may be a joy to use, repetitive mission design and lack of meaning is still as bad as its always been.
  100. sityoazzdown
    Nov 16, 2014
    7
    Ok game, but definitely not worthy of all the hype it got pre-release. Pros: I liked the level design of most of the missions a lot, the hacking definitely is unique and fun to some extent, especially when you need to stop pursuers during car chases. Technically there is a lot to do in the game (including a decent multiplayer), but not much really arouses me personally to stick around forOk game, but definitely not worthy of all the hype it got pre-release. Pros: I liked the level design of most of the missions a lot, the hacking definitely is unique and fun to some extent, especially when you need to stop pursuers during car chases. Technically there is a lot to do in the game (including a decent multiplayer), but not much really arouses me personally to stick around for long. Now the cons: A horribly bland and boring/lifeless city with not much to see; sometimes I feel like this game would've been better off being a linear game as opposed to an open world game, as driving from point A to point B was such a chore to me. The side missions never really excited me, I just really stuck to the drinking mini game and crime prevention side quests and not much more. The driving was comically bad, especially the collisons to surroundings/ other cars; felt like the road was butter and I could crash into the back and somehow take no damage and end up sliding to the side of the car I just crashed into. The characters in the game were pretty bland too, I had no emotion playing through the game, just played it to finish it basically. Bottomline is lower your expectations of this game, it's no where near gta or even sleeping dogs standards. If you like this game, you'll be happy to know there is a lot of things to keep you occupied for a while. But the hacking aspect alone probably saved this game for me.… Expand
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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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