Watch Dogs

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  1. starscream97
    Jul 10, 2014
    8
    I'd just like to point out that I haven't finished the game yet. Anyways yeah, I don't really understand why so many people hate this game. It has cool characters, an interesting story, inventive new mechanics, fun gameplay and tons of variety. Definitely pick this one up if you're interested.
  2. Ecresis
    Jun 24, 2014
    8
    As a big fan of open world games, I enjoyed Watch Dogs a lot. The story is good and you to know what happens next, the missions might get a bit repetitive if you don't relax and enjoy the wonderful environment between the missions. My advice is that you sometimes get out of your car, walk in the rain, or near the lakes, listen to people conversations, even if it doesn't serve you forAs a big fan of open world games, I enjoyed Watch Dogs a lot. The story is good and you to know what happens next, the missions might get a bit repetitive if you don't relax and enjoy the wonderful environment between the missions. My advice is that you sometimes get out of your car, walk in the rain, or near the lakes, listen to people conversations, even if it doesn't serve you for anything.

    The driving might seem a bit odd after the first mission, but you get used to it, and you can always stop crimes to improve your reputation, if you ran over some citizens on the way, don't worry.

    I'm not giving it a 9 or a 10 because I feel that it could have been better, I expected more on the visual side, even if it is already beautiful if you forget the fact that they downgraded the game for no obvious reasons. The AI could have been better as well, it is sometimes ridiculous how they don't see you.

    Conclusion : maybe not be totally worth the high price, but still a good game, and lots of awesome moments. I enjoyed the fact that you can always choose to blow everything up or escape using the city using the traffic lights, the spikes etc. Nice open world, very realistic, wonderful sunsets on the lake, many travel options (including fast travel), and OK replay value if you try to play all stealth or full grenade-launcher.    … Expand
  3. LesandroBonucci
    Mar 28, 2021
    7
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  4. Joh1993W
    Jun 2, 2014
    8
    To be quite honest, the first hour or two of free roaming and doing side quests was a pain in the backside. I was pulling out hairs!!! Between the driving, shooting, hacking mechanics, it took a while to get used to!! I was nearly going to give up because I kept dying and failing missions. However, after that, with a few upgrades the game became a blast!!! I am really enjoying it! So far ITo be quite honest, the first hour or two of free roaming and doing side quests was a pain in the backside. I was pulling out hairs!!! Between the driving, shooting, hacking mechanics, it took a while to get used to!! I was nearly going to give up because I kept dying and failing missions. However, after that, with a few upgrades the game became a blast!!! I am really enjoying it! So far I am on Act II mission 5, and have all the sidequests, activities etc. done in Mad Mile, The Loop, Parker Square and Pawnee. I can't get enough to be honest. There's so much to do and some side quests can be very fun!
    The graphics are good but do however suffer due to optimization on last gen consoles, hence the current gen versions to not take the full capacity of what this new generation has to offer.
    The story so far is intriguing. From where I am in the game, it looks like its going to play out into something good and I can't wait to delve further into it after I complete a few more thing in the remaining districts.

    So far I give it an 8. It is subject to change. The game isn't ground breaking, but still very fun and deserves the credit. Anything score lower than 4 or 5 is just inexcusable just as the reasoning to some low scores. This game could be the catalyst to a better game like the first Assassin's Creed was to the second game.    … Expand
  5. felipe_dimer
    May 29, 2014
    8
    it's a good game, it's not best game of the world but its good, a wonderful history and a fun and innovative gameplay with beauty graphics, but has a awful driving combined with bad physics can difficult you gameplay, but anyway, you should play the game first, and then ,if you liked, buy
  6. Akoni
    May 30, 2014
    10
    Amazing game. I love how its difficult at times and requires skill. You can be stealthy or just shoot up enemies. I enjoy the crimes and side missions. The online is also a good addition, especially the 1v1 hacking. I truly enjoy the Chicago environment. I think the graphics are perfectly fine in my opinion, and the animations are good. The story is not perfect but it does satisfy meAmazing game. I love how its difficult at times and requires skill. You can be stealthy or just shoot up enemies. I enjoy the crimes and side missions. The online is also a good addition, especially the 1v1 hacking. I truly enjoy the Chicago environment. I think the graphics are perfectly fine in my opinion, and the animations are good. The story is not perfect but it does satisfy me personally. The hacking is very fun especially when you change traffic lights and the game slows down the enemy car getting hit. This game is extremely enjoyable in my opinion and I believe it to be an "acquired taste." You also either love it or hate it. To me, its an amazing game.… Expand
  7. Agarag
    May 31, 2014
    9
    At first I found the complexity intimidating but as I got a few hours in my smile grew and the "wows" started coming.
    Where the mighty GTA games will often have you barreling towards targets or objectives in the middle distance, Watch Dogs ramps up immersion by needing you to be more intimate with your immediate surroundings. To add to the immersion we're given NPC's with more detail,    At first I found the complexity intimidating but as I got a few hours in my smile grew and the "wows" started coming.
    Where the mighty GTA games will often have you barreling towards targets or objectives in the middle distance, Watch Dogs ramps up immersion by needing you to be more intimate with your immediate surroundings. To add to the immersion we're given NPC's with more detail, more fluid animations and more intricate AI than we have ever seen in a 3rd person open world game.
    The result is the most immersive open world experience I've ever had. I go to sleep thinking about it and wake up dying to jump back in. A superb game that gives me goosebumps for the future of this generation of gaming.    … Expand
  8. JumpInJon
    May 31, 2014
    9
    This game is brilliant, It gives you a long and compelling story (around 20 hours). The game also gives a ton for the user to go out and do, with many side quests, random events and collectables to go for.
  9. Shanki86
    Jun 1, 2014
    8
    First time reviewer taking a stab at a game that is getting way to much hate. It's not the best game I've ever played but it's not even near the 0's and the 1's it's receiving from petty gamers. Overall it's a fun game with tons to do, I've had this game since release and i am not even near of finishing the main campaign as i always get sidetracked with all of the extra content. I see thisFirst time reviewer taking a stab at a game that is getting way to much hate. It's not the best game I've ever played but it's not even near the 0's and the 1's it's receiving from petty gamers. Overall it's a fun game with tons to do, I've had this game since release and i am not even near of finishing the main campaign as i always get sidetracked with all of the extra content. I see this as a good foundation as a ongoing series with some aspects that needs polishing. Graphics is good, not next gen but seeing as this is a cross-gen game i'm okay with that. Not that graphics matters that much versus game-play. Some game-play elements like effecting the game world gives this game a fresh new take at open worlds. The fun in causing mayhem by switching all streetlights to green or blowing up steam pipes at the right moment is priceless. The freedom in how to approach most missions is also a plus. You can either go all blazing or try a stealthy approach which is always my method. AI needs improvement but this is something most games needs and maybe we will see this further in this next generation. Other elements like the re-routing game-play when hacking could 've been more enjoyable then pressing X a bunch of times but the puzzle of how to unlock this game-play makes up for this. All in all it's a good game that deserves a 7 as minimum regardless of downgraded graphics or a more realistic car mechanics that is a bit more clunky then gamers are used to. I am giving this an 8 seeing as i've spent more then 15 hours of this game and is nowhere done with it.… Expand
  10. britdude
    May 28, 2014
    9
    I've played only 2.5 hours but already I am very, very impressed. The world of Watch Dogs is set in Chicago, and it looks beautiful. Some folks online have trashed the game saying it looks worse than its E3 debut last year, but honestly I don't care because it still looks amazing. The city is very atmospheric - with a good set of speakers/headphones you can be totally sucked in, just likeI've played only 2.5 hours but already I am very, very impressed. The world of Watch Dogs is set in Chicago, and it looks beautiful. Some folks online have trashed the game saying it looks worse than its E3 debut last year, but honestly I don't care because it still looks amazing. The city is very atmospheric - with a good set of speakers/headphones you can be totally sucked in, just like I used to be with GTA 4. Compared to GTA 5, the map is definitely smaller but there are more details within the space that exists, and where GTA 5 felt super open and kind of harmless, every corner of Watch Dogs' Chicago feels tight, unique and hostile.

    The profiler (phone hacking tool) is incredible, not for its concept but for its implementation and its development. You can not only see a tidbit of who the people are about you, but you can listen in on conversations, download the music they're listening to for your own enjoyment in-car, and deplete their bank accounts for your usage. In the world, you can burst drain pipes, force street lights to change, and control the city in other various ways. The city feels alive when you play it, and you feel in control.

    That said, it is challenging. The police are tough. The missions (so far) feel very fair and balanced - stealth is definitely the most challenging way to play but also the most rewarding.

    There are some flaws, the most notable being the car physics. It's weird, and not predictable. After a while you start getting used to it, and there's a clear variation between different cars within this physics system (which is commendable), but the system itself is weird. With practice, you could get used to it. Also Aiden Pearce, our protagonist, is completely devoid of any personality so far, which is a shame given the events in the story that have transpired so far. Luckily, the two side characters that he has interacted with so far are full personalities.

    The most obvious game to compare this to is GTA 5. However, this feels far more cinematic and has its own narrative. I would perhaps compare this more to GTA 4. More intimate settings and a single protagonist. So far, it matches up unbelievably well. The fact that I'm even comparing it to GTA 4 and 5 is praise enough to just how good this game is.

    I can't wait to play more.    … Expand
  11. Xani_
    Jun 9, 2014
    8
    Good game. Not the best, but the good one. Great graphics, immersive gameplay, very interesting idea with ctOS controlled Chicago. Played for 50 hours on PS4.
  12. Xevross
    May 31, 2014
    9
    Watch Dogs' missions are very challenging yet fun, the graphics and performance of the PS4 version are fantastic. The gameplay is solid, my only complaint is that driving could have been worked on a bit more. Overall its a fantastic game and a must buy for all PS4 owners.
  13. Arthur_BE
    May 28, 2014
    9
    I give a 9 out of 10. The world is beautiful, dense and feels real. Every AI has his own identity which I find amazing to see. Hacking is nicely integrated in the game. So overall it's a game you should buy certainly on next-gen.
  14. DYNIA
    Jun 11, 2014
    8
    First of all, don't look at the 0 score reviews. You can't rate any game with 0. I had a great time with watch_dogs. I have platinumed it. It is a must have on a console, on the pc there's a lot of other games you can play, on the consoles there isn't. The story is great, one of the best in my opinion. I really liked the Aiden character. The graphics has been downgraded but it still looksFirst of all, don't look at the 0 score reviews. You can't rate any game with 0. I had a great time with watch_dogs. I have platinumed it. It is a must have on a console, on the pc there's a lot of other games you can play, on the consoles there isn't. The story is great, one of the best in my opinion. I really liked the Aiden character. The graphics has been downgraded but it still looks great and sharp. I really like it.
    Now the multiplayer. It OK. Yeah, you can play some decryption, yeah, you race, but this is it. Not much. I really liked hacking and tailing other players tho. Still worth buying for the story. Solid 8.    … Expand
  15. Bowskill247
    May 31, 2014
    7
    EDIT: Just realised the version of Watch Dogs I own doesn't have online free roam or Decryption, apparently this is due to hardware shortcomings even though MANY other games supprt online free roam such as Red Dead Redemption, Saints row,2,3 and 4, Borderlands, Dead Island, GTA, Minecraft and Terraria. Because Ubisoft didn't advertise this until I had brought the game I'm lowering my score to a 7.
  16. G-Fiasco
    May 31, 2014
    8
    I have had my hands on watchdogs for 2 days now and what’s clear already is this is a title that will require many, many days, probably weeks, to fully appreciate and understand. There is not much for easing new players into this much anticipated world apart from a fairly simple opening narrative. This introduces a revenge theme where the brooding player character, Aidan Pierce, isI have had my hands on watchdogs for 2 days now and what’s clear already is this is a title that will require many, many days, probably weeks, to fully appreciate and understand. There is not much for easing new players into this much anticipated world apart from a fairly simple opening narrative. This introduces a revenge theme where the brooding player character, Aidan Pierce, is searching for answers about the death of his young niece following a past hack that turned bad. Aidan with the help of some shady Dedsec (a sort of hackers anonymous) individuals go about getting to the bottom of why this family tragedy has befallen and why his family still remains in apparent danger.

    Upon entering the free game world for the 1st time after the opening story sequence I was overloaded with a massive array of features in very vivid and lively Chicago. It’s not to say this is a bad thing, plenty of titles introduce players to new games with slow, unimaginative tutorials and introductions, while better games immerse players early on incorporating game features that players will need to master. Watchdogs doesn’t really do either instead the game drops the player in and says here’s everything we got, go nuts!

    In fairness there are short tutorials for pretty much every activity and feature which are triggered as and when they are required as well as the player being able to access them anytime through the in game Smartphone. At first the sheer amount of information dropped at once seems overwhelming, with map icons for campaigns, side missions, collectibles, exploration, activities, investigations shopping and more. However after playing a little while it gets easier to process everything and develop a style of progression you’re comfortable with although this is frequently interrupted by constant remote alerts of crimes and criminals to stop. This can be a blessing and a curse, particularly for somewhat OCD gamers like myself that tend to leave no stone unturned.

    As for the gameplay itself, it came as quite of a surprise how similar I found the set up to GTA titles. The level of openness is impressive and praise has to give to the level of detail gone in which really makes the city feel alive everywhere you go. I did expect however a bit more cohesion between the player’s story and the game world. We knew before release that the player would be some kind of technological vigilante super Assange, however where this suffers at first is there is no real effort in establishing a motive for the players’ activities. I’m still unsure if Aidan is a hacker turned vigilante, or a vigilante who happens to be a skilled hacker. Again, the narrative at the beginning doesn’t really attempt to reconcile the two so there’s no real purpose to why Aidan should be stopping organ traffickers and potential violent criminals and fraudsters (while at the same time ripping off ATM’s!) What is interesting is the natural Moral compass imbedded in the game using a fairly simple reputation system. Going on a GTA themed joyride and mowing down lines of civilians will severely damage your reputation and make the game much more difficult (and annoying) by increasing chances a citizen may call the police on you and trigger what I have found to be long and frequently difficult pursuits. It is possible however to jam a 911 call or just bully their mobile phone off them. Trust can always be earned though, and stopping street crimes (although fairly repetitive) increases your reputation particularly if non-lethal force is applied, on this note, taking out cops in Arnie, Terminator 2 style by shooting out their legs is also useful as your reputation decrease is less severe than going full on Arnie terminator 1.

    The main selling point for watchdogs that separates it from other open world action games is the tech heavy focus. The players Smartphone is a powerful and enjoyable tool and the real time hacking features are unique to the world of gaming. Activating a profiling mode provides Aidan with general (and amusing) information on any citizen or enemy as well as potential access to their bank accounts or even music collections as well as detecting possible crimes and people/places of interest. Probably the most satisfying and engaging feature is Aidan’s ability to hack into the city’s CtOS network which controls everything from surveillance and electric grids, to street furniture and lockboxes. The dastardly smile on my face the first time I caused a super slow motion police car crash by changing the red lights must have been wider than the Chicago River. The usability of these features depends on if the city district the player is in has had its CtOS tower hacked in a somewhat assassins creed viewpoint unlock style. Some of these towers require parkour and puzzle solving to reach while others require stealth or straight up brutality to reach, Watch dogs does a great job of allowing the player to choose their own style for most situations, it is noted that the parkour features although simple are responsive and effective. Several hilarious decryptions are also available once you have successfully downloaded into some of these stations where you find out just how intrusive CtOS can be on its own citizens lives, from hacking into household camera’s to capture certain, home movies, *cough cough* to analysing people’s health and personal habits.

    What came as quite a surprise is how smooth the combat system plays, Watchdogs rivals and exceeds even the best 3rd person cover shooters. The cover system is simple and responsive with easy transitions not only round corners but even to cover points at long distances. There is a wide range of weaponry and crafting items to employ which when combined with combat hacking really provides the player with a feeling of control and skill while at the same time never being too easy due to its realism and responsive AI. Most engagements can be quickly pre-planned and strategized by the player. Find hard cover, then watch with glee as you hack into a series of cameras that allows the player to tag enemy positions, unlock doors, set off multiple distractions and even wirelessly hack enemies ear pieces, mobile phones (to text them amusing messages regarding mortgage rejections and more) and remotely set off explosive devices they happen to be carrying. Once the wireless mayhem has reduced your foes to paranoid wrecks, it’s time to move in and pick them off, or perhaps after profiling a guard and learning he’s excited for his daughters 2nd birthday, take them down with a riot stick or just waltz past.

    Perhaps some of the best moments I have had with watchdogs so far have not been campaign or side missions but rather in the alternative mode. There’s plenty of Fixer contracts to engage in for cash and experience points ranging from stopping a convoy to taking the Chicago PD on a wild goose chase. There’s also the hugely enjoyable “digital trips”, kind of techno induced acid trips which includes one activity called the “spider tank” which had me bouncing in my seat in excitement as I manoeuvred a giant robotic spider across the streets and rooftops of Chicago destroying everyone and anyone. The other game mode that has to be given praise is the embedded online features through the Smartphone online contracts. Although I get the feeling I have not got to sample all watchdogs multiplayer has to offer, what I have played has been smooth, exciting and tense. Although not directly linked to the story the invasion and tailing modes link to your wider role as a hacker where other real world players will invade your game session and attempt to hack your smart phone to gleam data from you while you are given a set time to find the hacker and put them down. The longer you are hacked the smaller the search area becomes with the tension retching up to find the geeky little thieves. On the flip side, you can hack some other poor fixer’s phone. Winning these hack duels grants notoriety points which grants useful special unlocks such as special ammo and vehicles. Another immensely exciting mode is a retrieval mode that consists of two teams driving and shooting it out to decrypt a single file package, the team who has possession of the file when 100% decrypted wins, how you get to that point is completely up to the players. The synchronicity between online contracts and the single player world is very exciting for the future of shared world games, and transitioning between the two is mostly fast and does not feel separated or restrictive, although it would be nice if there was an option to allow a friends list only option as I can foresee myself telling a would be hacker where they can stick their Smartphone for “invading” my game.

    Looks wise Watchdogs is finely polished and quite striking although I have not really had a wow moment so far in regards to its next gen visuals. The detail however is impressive with weather and lighting effects realistic and ambient touches such as trash floating along the floor in the wind. Up close character details are sharp and refined but once again probably still a little short of being the title that really pushes next gen graphics. The overall style seems to mix a blend of urban, cyberpunk and metropolitan styles although it hasn’t fully engaged me atmospherically to a point I could say it has its own distinct ambience or unique look. I would have liked to see a bit more of a distinct effort to engage the player into a stylised world and was probably expecting something a bit darker and underground.

    Overall it’s clear that after just a couple of days with watchdogs there’s so much in terms of content and execution to keep a large spectrum of gamers interested and happy. For open world aficionado’s and accomplishment guru’s there’s a mind bogglingly comprehensive progression system including campaign, general experience, skill points and unlocks, side missions, investigation, exploration, collectibles, interactions and activities. Watch dogs does a fantastic job in rewarding players for fully experiencing its vast open world features with progression wheels for absolutely everything with rewards, unlocks and special items making all activities worthwhile and not just extra’s to the main missions. For the more action orientated players the gameplay and scenarios are exciting, immersive and fairly challenging, with plenty of features to provide play style and options. The combat system is enjoyable and rewarding and the AI responsive.

    My first impression of watchdogs is it seems to just fall short of being a truly iconic next gen title however there’s so much going on that you won’t have time to really care especially when raising a bridge behind you with cadre of cop cars in close pursuit. The graphics on the whole don’t quite provide the outstanding next gen visuals I have been waiting for however there are plenty of visual features and effects for eye candy. It would have gone a long way having a deeper opening narrative and character introduction to link the story to the wider game world giving it some perspective, and emotion, although there’s plenty of scope to develop this as the campaign unravels. The scope and scale of the game together with the well-crafted combat and unique game features will make Watchdogs worthwhile the time required to hack in for a large percentage of gamers.    … Expand
  17. Storm1672
    Jun 25, 2014
    8
    People need to know the difference between a "not kept promise", which leads to disappointment and the other thing which is a bad game. Disappontment could mean that this is not the best game ever as our hype lead us to believe, but something inferior. Something inferior is an "8" game, as this is.

    Being disappointed could lead to bad judgement, but every game should be reviewed without    People need to know the difference between a "not kept promise", which leads to disappointment and the other thing which is a bad game. Disappontment could mean that this is not the best game ever as our hype lead us to believe, but something inferior. Something inferior is an "8" game, as this is.

    Being disappointed could lead to bad judgement, but every game should be reviewed without bias and trying to keep the already known facts (hype) to a minimum so as not to affect the final verdict.

    This game is good. It is a great new IP with a lot of new ideas. Most of them are used in a great way, but ultimately it feels as though it could have been so much more. It feels somewhat like the first Assassin's Creed. The controls are excellent (even the driving, it just takes some getting used to) the traffic is at the correct density so as to serve the main gameplay. The hacking opens up new horizons. It makes the car chases tense and makes you feel like a true bad ass. It has a much more thought-out "escape from the cops" and when you escape them for example by train, it feels exactly as it is supposed to feel (as you've seen in countless movies).

    It has its faults, as there are too many missions that play out quite the same and also the main character is horseSH*T. I am of the few that liked the larynx-illness-voice but as far as character depth is concerned, he is flat and shallow. I liked the main missions a lot because they give you a lot to play with, which is tha main ingredient for a sandbox game and also has great cover/shooting mechanics with some great weaponry.

    Besides the script which could be a lot better, the other thing that bothered me is the bugs. This game has more game breaking bugs than BF4 when it was released and that's saying something. Even after the patch (1.02) they still got a LOT of work to do. That is unacceptable for a released game and even more for a game that claims to take its time for extra polishing. I don't mind when I see objects flying or defying the rules of nature, but I do mind when I see my investment on the game (about 30 hours) to vanish when i reach such bugs as the aforementioned. Unacceptable. There should be penalties for game companies for such things to protect us as customers.

    I hope in a more mature sequel.    … Expand
  18. Agent-D
    Jun 4, 2014
    7
    Watch Dogs is a game that carries a lot of hype about being a true next gen game for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. I feel it's nearly impossible for anything to live up to the level of hype this game received. It is my intention to review this title fairly without any level of hype or hatred for this game as I never got in to the hype and I do not hate Watch Dogs.

    The narrative in    Watch Dogs is a game that carries a lot of hype about being a true next gen game for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. I feel it's nearly impossible for anything to live up to the level of hype this game received. It is my intention to review this title fairly without any level of hype or hatred for this game as I never got in to the hype and I do not hate Watch Dogs.

    The narrative in Watch Dogs showed promise at first but quickly starts to fall apart and not just due to the cliche vigilante revenge story. Certain narrative decisions make it little to hard to believe that anyone would make that decision and Intelligent characters start acting irrationally at almost the on set of the Pearce family saga and many players will put together the entire story line about halfway through. It's not that it isn't a fun story, it's just painfully obvious.

    A game I originally thought to have more in common with Assassin's Creed, Watch Dogs is in every way an open world game in line with Grand Theft Auto and like GTA it falls victim to some of the common issues in almost all open world games. While it is obvious the game is also running on some last gen tech, I do not count off for that due to that being something of the norm at the moment, but we need to move passed this phase. Even with that said graphically I feel that it is a mixed bag. The game looks simply amazing at times, only to fall off at others. I perfect example of this is how almost every character outside of Aiden and Clara looks in game. Nicole & Jackson Pearce look like they had been ripped straight from Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood graphically and placed in a game with a next gen version of Aiden and that not even getting in to how other non-important characters look far worse.

    The city is very hit and miss as well, I am not 100% certain what version of Chicago this is but it isn't remotely close to the one I have visited. Look I am not saying we need this 1:1 ratio of the city, but things should at least be close. Chicago is graphically inconsistent as well. It has some real beauty at times then the quality suddenly drops to muddy/blurry textures and bad aliasing. I am a bit concerned about the lighting and shadows in the game outside of direct sunlight as many of the lights at night do not cast shadows. That said I think the game looks astonishing at night when it's wet from rain and no visible light source around, but that in itself is the problem as they are covering up their faults by adding a layer of water to a darker landscape. Reflections in this game are rarely ever even used and in almost every event they are faked out to try to add to the realism, the issue I take with this is that the reflections are almost 100% of the time not even close to accurate. You might be standing on a rooftop looking at a window of an intersection when in reality it is a city skyline. I have found myself on street level staring in to a building that shows a road running right through the city and in to the building I am looking at, I then turn around and find river and a bridge.

    While the game is set at 30fps it has some frame rate issues on the PlayStation 4 (900p) and the Xbox One (792p). The drops are not considerable enough to cause a panic but should be noted after the game was delayed to correct issues like this.

    The game controls well and has some good mechanics with the hacking but lacks any real combat. Melee combat is really non-existent outside of the a quicktime style take down and shooting is a very basic version of the mechanics found in Splinter Cell: Blacklist. It just always feels so subpar in combat driving scenarios. That leads to another issue, for a game that tries to allow the player so many options to achieve their goals the game tends to fall back on one of two things, firefights and car chases. Hacking was suppose to be the thing that makes it stand out, but then it falls back to being GTA kill everyone or escape and the hacking is a minute tool used to change traffic lights or raise barricades / bridges. most of the time it's not even needed as you can get away with little no no effort (until much later in the game). While on driving, the driving in this game takes the poor controls of cars in every other open world game and decreases handling to make them that much more of a chore. Motorcycles are almost flawless so I highly recommend using those or the special stealth car unlocked in 'uplay'.

    The multi-player is unique and feels genuine, but is basically a trolling simulator The main quest will take one to two days to complete and the game offers enough side missions to make any 80 hour players scream with joy. The issue with those side activities is that once again like most open world games, they are very repetitive and lack any real diversity. Overall I think Watch Dogs is a solid game that everyone owes it to themselves to try, I feel that it is a very strong rental but not worthy of purchase    … Expand
  19. FranCosen
    Jul 24, 2020
    6
    Su historia deja mucho que desear y su realismo a la hora de jugarlo carece de sentido en varias partes. Pero a pesar de eso entretiene bastante.
    La idea es bastante original y el hecho de poder hacer una variedad de cosas con tus hackeos lo hace más llevadero.
    Tiene una gráfica muy buena para su época aunque de vez en cuando se ven algunos bugs. Es un nuevo bueno, aunque le faltó algo de    Su historia deja mucho que desear y su realismo a la hora de jugarlo carece de sentido en varias partes. Pero a pesar de eso entretiene bastante.
    La idea es bastante original y el hecho de poder hacer una variedad de cosas con tus hackeos lo hace más llevadero.
    Tiene una gráfica muy buena para su época aunque de vez en cuando se ven algunos bugs.
    Es un nuevo bueno, aunque le faltó algo de desarrollo en la historia y jugabilidad.    … Expand
  20. Wawacoffee89
    Jun 2, 2014
    8
    If you love Assassin's creed, you will love this game. Its almost the same game except its hacking and shooting this time. If you can get the online to work, it is fun tailing, hacking and shoots other players. The game is awesome because even tho its fictional, it has some truth behind it and its scares me being a tech guy. Things like this game will eventually exist =/ Overall the gameIf you love Assassin's creed, you will love this game. Its almost the same game except its hacking and shooting this time. If you can get the online to work, it is fun tailing, hacking and shoots other players. The game is awesome because even tho its fictional, it has some truth behind it and its scares me being a tech guy. Things like this game will eventually exist =/ Overall the game is worth buying, maybe you can wait for a sale, because it does have a 50+ hours worth of gameplay to complete it 100%.… Expand
  21. ArkHamSandwich
    May 29, 2014
    9
    It's basically a better GTA, and people love that in droves. The complaint about not being able to shoot while you're driving is flawed; you can raise city barriers, affect traffic lights, and use a lot of great, innovative methods to eliminate your target.

    It is extremely reflective of GTA, so if you're looking for a 100% fresh idea, look elsewhere. It follows the general stories,    It's basically a better GTA, and people love that in droves. The complaint about not being able to shoot while you're driving is flawed; you can raise city barriers, affect traffic lights, and use a lot of great, innovative methods to eliminate your target.

    It is extremely reflective of GTA, so if you're looking for a 100% fresh idea, look elsewhere. It follows the general stories, missions, shops, mini-games, and side missions. This version of an old favorite feels invigorated, however. Driving is more free range, as certain free-standing obstacles don't get in your way as much as GTA's small barriers into parks, gates, traffic light poles, etc. did.

    Stealth also plays a big part into invading enemy camps. You have a telescoping baton for performing silent takedowns, and can use cellular signals to set off explosions, or perhaps get a nearby guard to check his phone while you go in for the kill, so to speak.

    Roaming around on foot is a lot more fun, thanks to a short profile of every citizen you pass. Running can be done infinitely right from the start, so that's refreshing. YOU CANNOT DIRECTLY JUMP in this game, but rather climb well onto platforms and obstacles. Cash Run is a fun mini-game to play with this scheme, as you collect 8-bit coins and dodge the skulls through the landscape of the city.

    The Landscape. Being that I'm B&R in the Chicagoland area and live in the city currently, I had high hopes, as I've been waiting for the Chicago GTA since Vice City. To an outsider, it artistically has many layers between the trees and the buildings. It's a beautiful, fluid city that provides obstacles, but doesn't get in the way, as the traffic of a real Chicago would make for a pretty huge annoyance as a gaming experience.

    With the hype around the PS4 being a gaming marvel and personally being very impressed with the console, I was initially hoping to be able to find the in-game location of where I, as an actual person, live in Chicago, as it's close to the Loop. Instead, they have captured the Loop in grand fashion. I came off of a L train and saw the detailed sign for the Adams/Wabash stop, as I marveled at how accurately it looks to being there. The layout is more of a map featuring different sections of Chicago Neighborhoods. The game has changed names and locations, but I felt as if I was walking through places like Logan Square and Millenium Park, as I has a midnight meeting at the famous bean.

    In summation, as a gamer and a Chicagoan, I highly recommend giving this a play.    … Expand
  22. latscho2g
    May 31, 2014
    10
    Good game, it make much fun and i dont undertand the much disklikes.

    Watch Dogs is a very well made game that's a lot of fun to play. It's quite polished. It doesn't break the mold. It takes a developed concept (open, sandbox world you can explore however long you want) and adds a few new ideas. Maybe Ubisoft didn't introduce all the innovation gamers were looking for. But take the    Good game, it make much fun and i dont undertand the much disklikes.

    Watch Dogs is a very well made game that's a lot of fun to play. It's quite polished. It doesn't break the mold. It takes a developed concept (open, sandbox world you can explore however long you want) and adds a few new ideas. Maybe Ubisoft didn't introduce all the innovation gamers were looking for. But take the thing on its own merits and it is definitely worth the purchase. I don't CARE about GTA V. I don't care if basement dwellers feel they were misled regarding the graphics. The graphics are solid. And I can't understand giving a game a "0" out of some sense of socially inept, acne driven rage. Or how people can actually root for companies providing them with games to FAIL. Lame. All you've done is convinced me to stop looking at game site forums or metacritic user reviews. You have nothing constructive to say. You got nothing HONEST to say. And you're coming across as hateful to people who have done NOTHING to you. You don't want a product, then don't buy it. For the rest of ya, it's worthy of addition to your game library    … Expand
  23. Tom360
    Jun 8, 2014
    8
    The negative reviews posted are nonsense by dimwits who can't even properly write a paragraph. Is the game perfect? Of course not. But it's ambition, especially for a new IP, is admirable. Right out of the gate it aims incredibly high and hits the mark on most aspects.

    Looks fantastic on the PS4. The shooting is top notch, if not a bit easy. The driving does need some work (the obvious    The negative reviews posted are nonsense by dimwits who can't even properly write a paragraph. Is the game perfect? Of course not. But it's ambition, especially for a new IP, is admirable. Right out of the gate it aims incredibly high and hits the mark on most aspects.

    Looks fantastic on the PS4. The shooting is top notch, if not a bit easy. The driving does need some work (the obvious comparison being GTA). I found the driving mechanics to be more akin to an arcade game than a realistic simulation. But that isn't really the point of this game. Once you ramp a bridge on a motorcycle going full throttle in slow motion you'll say, "oh, that's why I bought this game."

    Missions kept me entertained, but after a few hours do get repetitive. The hacking works very well most of the time (there were a few times where I attempted to hack a camera but triggered an explosion instead). Overall the game's aspects come together very well. Like many reviewers have said Watch Dogs 2 will most likely knock it out of the park, but for now enjoy a great first entry in the series.    … Expand
  24. DragonBorn-
    Jun 8, 2014
    9
    Everybody has their opinion which I respect but some of the moaners giving this game 0 out of 10 is just a knee jerk reaction from over expectation from some people who are just impossible to please. These people expect the world when then buy a video game and if it isn't what they thought it was.....INSANT ZERO.

    This game is a revelation. Nothing like GTA, unless you play it like a    Everybody has their opinion which I respect but some of the moaners giving this game 0 out of 10 is just a knee jerk reaction from over expectation from some people who are just impossible to please. These people expect the world when then buy a video game and if it isn't what they thought it was.....INSANT ZERO.

    This game is a revelation. Nothing like GTA, unless you play it like a too-bit criminal going all guns blazing (which the designers have given as an option to accommodate different user playing styles) there is way more subtlety to this game than just stealing a car and blowing stuff up. If played correctly you are taken into the world of hackers and basically being able to do whatever you want with the click of a smart phone.

    The more you play the more you learn. The game is open world so it can be played at ones pace, do what you feel like whenever you feel like kind of feel. The game is packed full of mini games and side missions to keep you occupied, or you can simply roam the streets creating mayhem (without anyone knowing it's you). The main story is quite compelling and gives nothing away early on, longevity also excellent.

    The graphics are excellent, although some people say they aren't (no idea why). Gameplay and overall feel to the game is very good including driving, free-running an shootouts. The game also has really addictive online features, facing off against other hackers to name just one.

    Overall Watch Dogs is an excellent game. Different to all the norm free roaming games out there. People are disappointed with this game because it wasn't what they were expecting.......THAT'S THE IDEA! ITS DIFFERENT! A revelation compared to the majority of other YAWN roaming games.

    8.5 out of 10

    Bang on UbiSoft. Let the haters hate    … Expand
  25. vZeqk
    Jun 1, 2014
    9
    I dont understand why this game has so many haters. Sure its no GTA5, but its its own game that incorperates some really memerable stuff. When i heard about the graphic downgrade that was a mjor hit for me, but when i actually got the game the graphics looked great even when its day time and the city looks flat and yellow. The gameplay and hacking are fresh you cant bet the feeling whenI dont understand why this game has so many haters. Sure its no GTA5, but its its own game that incorperates some really memerable stuff. When i heard about the graphic downgrade that was a mjor hit for me, but when i actually got the game the graphics looked great even when its day time and the city looks flat and yellow. The gameplay and hacking are fresh you cant bet the feeling when someones chasing you then you blockers and all you can see and here is carnage in the backround. Overall Watchdogs is a unique memerable experience the multiplayer might be lacking and its no GTA5 but its its own game. 9.0/10… Expand
  26. BBUENO
    Jun 8, 2014
    8
    C'est pas demain qu'Ubisoft va détrôner Rockstar du marché des jeux à monde ouvert urbain ça c'est sur !
    Wactch dogs est un bon jeu, voir le meilleur jeu de cette été mais loin de la tuerie annoncé.
    Pour moi le 18/20 de jv.com n'est pas objectif, ce jeu vaux entre 14/20 minimum et 17/20 maximum en fonction des goûts de chacun. Pour moi c'est 16/20 Sinon que dire , le scénario est très    C'est pas demain qu'Ubisoft va détrôner Rockstar du marché des jeux à monde ouvert urbain ça c'est sur !
    Wactch dogs est un bon jeu, voir le meilleur jeu de cette été mais loin de la tuerie annoncé.
    Pour moi le 18/20 de jv.com n'est pas objectif, ce jeu vaux entre 14/20 minimum et 17/20 maximum en fonction des goûts de chacun. Pour moi c'est 16/20
    Sinon que dire , le scénario est très moyen on dirait une caricature des personnages de GTA, je pense surtout à T-Bonne et Trevor. Il y a vraiment un jeu d'acteur et scénario digne d'une serie B. Donc vrai manque de profondeur à ce niveau là.

    Je pense que Watch Dogs propose la meilleur gestion des ' citoyens de la ville ' de tous les jeux à monde ouvert jusqu'à présent. C'est à dire que chaque citoyen à une personnalité, une activité, des dialogues ... Impressionnant !
    Par contre au niveau des véhicules ça frise le ridicule, on a l'impression de voir toujours les mêmes voitures dans la ville !
    Pareil pour la conduite, l'impression de vitesse est ridicule. Je parle même pas des collisions et des dégâts.

    Il manque quand même beaucoup de chose dans ce jeu.
    Exemples : Avions, Hélicoptères, Police de patrouille, prendre le Taxi, Customisation du personnage, objet à acheter, des planques, des commerces, des camions poubelles, l'armée, la SWAT, des boites de nuit et j'en passe .... !

    Bref sans arriver à la maîtrise du détail comme RockStar sait le faire, Watch Dogs nous propose une bonne expérience de jeu qui vaux vraiment la peine d’être essayer.

    Un des 4 meilleurs jeux PS4 à l'heure actuelle.    … Expand
  27. rexboy3000
    May 30, 2014
    3
    Amazing game!!! people are giving this a low score because this game was not what they expected. Way better than assassins creed. Having so much fun.
  28. Capnwise
    May 28, 2014
    8
    This game is definitely worth playing. It's funny to me that all the negative reviews on here correlate with terrible grammar and worse spelling.. That should tell you something. It seems if you're dumb, you won't like this game. Try it. I'm seeing a lot of "graphics" comments.. Who cares?! I'd rather the game look like Tetris and be awesome than it look good and be terrible. ThisThis game is definitely worth playing. It's funny to me that all the negative reviews on here correlate with terrible grammar and worse spelling.. That should tell you something. It seems if you're dumb, you won't like this game. Try it. I'm seeing a lot of "graphics" comments.. Who cares?! I'd rather the game look like Tetris and be awesome than it look good and be terrible. This same thing happened when Assassin's Creed came out. I didn't play it, because everyone was saying it was "repetitive" and blah blah blah.. What game ISN'T repetitive? Assassin's Creed is awesome. So far this game is pretty good too. I'd give it a solid 8.… Expand
  29. LemonSerpent
    Jun 2, 2014
    10
    Good graphics, awesome free roam, awesome features. Multiplayer could use a bit of fixing. Awesome campaign story line and missions. But overall an awesome free roam experience.
  30. JaxonClark
    Jun 4, 2014
    10
    This is a great game. I dont know why GTA beat it for the score, but, it did just come out. alot of people hated PayDay 2 when it came out but when everyone got used to it, it was really good. so just wait and let it sink in. All in All though it is a very good game.
  31. cylentstorm
    Jun 5, 2014
    7
    Forget the silliness of the "hacking" or the sometimes stiff character acting and animation. Ignore the dated visuals that look like a barely dressed-up 360 game. This is a game about living in a surveillance state--you know, just like in real life--whether you want to acknowledge that or not. As such, I can forgive the cliches and goofs, because this is something that needs to beForget the silliness of the "hacking" or the sometimes stiff character acting and animation. Ignore the dated visuals that look like a barely dressed-up 360 game. This is a game about living in a surveillance state--you know, just like in real life--whether you want to acknowledge that or not. As such, I can forgive the cliches and goofs, because this is something that needs to be addressed, and I applaud the devs for it.

    Now, taken purely as just another open-world action/driving game, it is mediocre, at best. The gunplay is fun, but flawed--as are the driving mechanics. Online multiplayer is present, but 90% of it is either hopelessly broken/bugged, or entirely forgettable. It does make one wonder how bad the game was when they decided to push it back...perhaps they should have taken a bit longer.

    Okay--my final word: Worth playing--just don't expect too much from it. Play it for fun, but consider its theme--your smartphone is NOT your friend.    … Expand
  32. TRANDO101
    May 28, 2014
    8
    Of course it comes without saying that ubisoft was quite shifty with this game, dumbing down the graphics from the e3 2012 demo, which could be considered false advertising, It may not be what it was originally supposed to be like idk, but that aside this is a great game its definitely the only game im playing on the ps4 (besides transistor), it has lots of fun side missions, hacking isOf course it comes without saying that ubisoft was quite shifty with this game, dumbing down the graphics from the e3 2012 demo, which could be considered false advertising, It may not be what it was originally supposed to be like idk, but that aside this is a great game its definitely the only game im playing on the ps4 (besides transistor), it has lots of fun side missions, hacking is quite fun, good graphics (a bit above average) as well as a huge map to explore, with many buildings that you may go into, its kept me entertained for as long as ive been playing it and im quite confident it will do so for much longer… Expand
  33. subsamuel01
    May 30, 2014
    10
    Amazing game, do not listen to the haters or the user score. If you like assassins creed, the stealth mechanics are a lot more polished in this game, plus there are a ton of side activities. The story is strong, you could easily spend up to 100 hours playing this game to unlock everything.
  34. MIZVNTROP
    May 30, 2014
    10
    Watch Dogs is amazing game. I think it's realy better than GTA V. Nice campaign , great open world awesome side quets and many other things make this story about hacker realy good game.
  35. Ramiro1992
    Oct 21, 2014
    5
    Bad game, the IA is terrible, the enemies never see you, the bullets do nothing to your health, your vehicle don't stop after a high speed accident, you never suffer damage for falling high altitudes, this is a really dissapointing game talking about realistic things, overhyped game as always, i hate the IA, one of the worst i see, i think the game deserves maybe a 4.5, but i give it theBad game, the IA is terrible, the enemies never see you, the bullets do nothing to your health, your vehicle don't stop after a high speed accident, you never suffer damage for falling high altitudes, this is a really dissapointing game talking about realistic things, overhyped game as always, i hate the IA, one of the worst i see, i think the game deserves maybe a 4.5, but i give it the 5. I am not looking forward to recommend this game but at least to give it a try, sorry Ubisoft, this is far to be an excellent game, and it is a very dissapointing release, i was expecting a lot more, the driving mechanics don't look good, but the worst thing is the enemy IA, one of the worst i saw.… Expand
  36. porcini
    May 31, 2014
    9
    Honestly, I don't believe that most of the VERY negative reviews here are for real - a lot of trolling going on. I've played the game for a few days now and I'm very impressed. Not giving a 10 because of the story - it tries to be too serious but gets silly too often.
  37. Bakoff
    Jun 1, 2014
    8
    It's a really good game, really ambitious and it's got very good graphics.
    The physics et the driving is not perfect, but it's correct.
    I don't undestands the previous mark where people compare the release version and a TECHNICAL preview of 2012 E3 ... I can affirm it's will be a new classic video game. Petit salut de la France ! La communauté du jeu vidéo actuelle part en    It's a really good game, really ambitious and it's got very good graphics.
    The physics et the driving is not perfect, but it's correct.

    I don't undestands the previous mark where people compare the release version and a TECHNICAL preview of 2012 E3 ...

    I can affirm it's will be a new classic video game.

    Petit salut de la France ! La communauté du jeu vidéo actuelle part en cacahuète ...    … Expand
  38. mikeymagik
    Jun 1, 2014
    9
    This game has been getting a lot of hate for the downgraded graphics, the similar feel to GTA 5 and the delayed release of the game. This is a good game. It has great characters, a little black humour, great story and great game play. The only reason why i am only giving it 9 out of ten is because the shooting can be a tiny bit repetitive but it does make up for it with the hacking. IThis game has been getting a lot of hate for the downgraded graphics, the similar feel to GTA 5 and the delayed release of the game. This is a good game. It has great characters, a little black humour, great story and great game play. The only reason why i am only giving it 9 out of ten is because the shooting can be a tiny bit repetitive but it does make up for it with the hacking. I definitely recommend that you buy this game.… Expand
  39. Twisterus1
    Jun 4, 2014
    7
    Недавно прошёл Watch Dogs и решил поделиться своим мнением, впечатлениями. С самого начала я долго думал, брать эту игру или не брать, ибо в интернете по поводу этой игры начался какой то балаган. Куча недовольных людей и т. д . Но в конце концов решился. И знаете что? Я не пожалел о своей покупке. Да, у этой игры есть недочёты, такие как не лучшая физика машин или не слишком живой мир.Недавно прошёл Watch Dogs и решил поделиться своим мнением, впечатлениями. С самого начала я долго думал, брать эту игру или не брать, ибо в интернете по поводу этой игры начался какой то балаган. Куча недовольных людей и т. д . Но в конце концов решился. И знаете что? Я не пожалел о своей покупке. Да, у этой игры есть недочёты, такие как не лучшая физика машин или не слишком живой мир. Да, создатели переборщили с рекламой этой игры. Но у ней есть своя изюминка-хакинг и всё что с ним связано. Стрельба интересная, а благодаря хакингу приобретает ещё большую глубину и увлекательность. Погони тоже хорошо обставлены, от полиции реально сложно оторваться! История неплоха, по крайней мере мне понравилась. Мини игры-отличные, я долго не возвращался к сюжету. Если вы сразу не забросите игруи дадите ей шанс, она вам точно должна понравиться. Моя оценка- твёрдая 8 из 10.… Expand
  40. Klayerone
    Jun 4, 2014
    9
    This game is really good . I liked that its singelplayer and multiplayer at the same time, it adds depth to the game. It doesent fell closed off. I played it on PS4 and it look amazing. Not as amazing as Infamous:second. But still very nice look. As gameplay goes you are overwhelmed with inormation at the start, but once you played a couple of hours and everything has sinked in the gameThis game is really good . I liked that its singelplayer and multiplayer at the same time, it adds depth to the game. It doesent fell closed off. I played it on PS4 and it look amazing. Not as amazing as Infamous:second. But still very nice look. As gameplay goes you are overwhelmed with inormation at the start, but once you played a couple of hours and everything has sinked in the game gets better. There is so much to do in Singelplayer and multiplayer. I gave it a 9/10 because everything feels weel thought of and I didnt suffer any of the glitches and downtimes. Plus it feels like Ubistoft learnt from its misstakes from the Assassins creed games. You should definitely buy this game if like the concept of the game.… Expand
  41. SoxDrengen
    Jun 12, 2014
    8
    This is an example of how "hype" can have a bad impact on a game. My review will not be based on what they might have promised us, but how the game actually did deliver when it got to the release day.

    First of all, i will start with the main character which is Aiden Pearce. This is the character that the player will play as and this person comes out for some unfortunate events that    This is an example of how "hype" can have a bad impact on a game. My review will not be based on what they might have promised us, but how the game actually did deliver when it got to the release day.

    First of all, i will start with the main character which is Aiden Pearce. This is the character that the player will play as and this person comes out for some unfortunate events that changes his life forever, and then of course Aiden will have to go and try to make up for this mess that has happened.

    I think that the graphics within this game is absolutely stunning, i got the feeling that i actually would be in the city of Chicago. Not only the graphics was great, but the animations of the people going around of the world was really pretty as well. One of the things i noticed was someone in a park was playing around with a football, and i was amazed how realistic it looked.

    The whole story in Watch Dogs could at some times be a bit confusing, and it lost me a few times because i didn't really find it that interesting. The campaign missions was sometimes very similar - go here - shoot them - hack this - do this puzzle - go to next mission like. But the missions also had their moments and some of them was REALLY FUNNY.

    There is one more thing i need to talk about, and that's the physics of objects within the game. I really think that they nailed the physics and how much damage the objects do on the car, it really suits the game well and i enjoyed them.

    All in all, this was a great game and i enjoyed it most of the times i would recommend anyone who reads this to go and try it out, because it is a fun experience and it's different with all the hacking going on within the city itself.    … Expand
  42. matthew13
    Jun 6, 2014
    9
    GAMEPLAY 9,5
    The gameplay works perfectly.The game is very funny to play and there are a lot of activities to do.The map has a medium size and is very similar to GTA IV.Hacking is very important and with hacking you earn money,unlock missions and you can also stop vehicles or create blackouts.The combat system is realistic but you have too many ammo and weapons so it' sn't very    GAMEPLAY 9,5
    The gameplay works perfectly.The game is very funny to play and there are a lot of activities to do.The map has a medium size and is very similar to GTA IV.Hacking is very important and with hacking you earn money,unlock missions and you can also stop vehicles or create blackouts.The combat system is realistic but you have too many ammo and weapons so it' sn't very realistic.One discouraging thing is that you can't shoot during chase or when you're in vehicles.The plot is interesting and the stealth mission are realized well.The stealth system is very similar to Splinter Cell series

    GRAPHIC 8
    It's good but not excellent.There are few errors and a lot of SD textures

    DURATION 7,5
    There are a lot of missions and quests ,but you complete all things in about 40-45 hours.Online mode is very poor.So the game is long, but GTA V is more more long than Watch Dogs

    SOUND 9
    Very good,nothing to say about it.
    FINAL COMMENT
    Watch Dogs is a good game with some particular aspects, but there are a lot of bugs and a lot of thing that hadn't been realized very well.    … Expand
  43. Hir0Protagoni5t
    Jun 6, 2014
    9
    The 0s and 1s are crazy, even if you don't absolutely love the game, nothing about it has seemed broken. The negativity from some reviewers stems mostly from the fact that their expectations were so high that nothing could possibly live up to them. I'm only halfway through or so, and really the game will fall in the 7-9 range for me, but I'm going to go ahead and give a 9 to even out someThe 0s and 1s are crazy, even if you don't absolutely love the game, nothing about it has seemed broken. The negativity from some reviewers stems mostly from the fact that their expectations were so high that nothing could possibly live up to them. I'm only halfway through or so, and really the game will fall in the 7-9 range for me, but I'm going to go ahead and give a 9 to even out some of the insane negativity from others.

    Is it the perfect dream game that everyone has awaited their entire life for? Probably not. But, it's a really good game.

    Comparing it to GTA V I would give Watch Dogs the nod as far as actual gameplay goes. The missions seem more interesting on WD for the most part, though it's close. But, GTA V does have a better overall story and more interesting characters.

    I definitely think the game is worth buying unless you're only planning on buying 2-3 games per year. It's definitely among the best games currently available on PS4.    … Expand
  44. Nugget
    Jun 7, 2014
    10
    I enjoyed it, and it has a lot to offer. I think the game will only get better with time :) There really isnt much to play on the PS4 at this time, so this is welcomed!
  45. TrueReview4You
    Jun 10, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such a bad User Score due to the over complaining "wannabe" critics that are berating this game so badly.

    For Starters-
    You get the people that hate the game for the graphics, now i don't get this at all.
    The graphics them self are just purely beautiful, and if you hate on them it's either your consoles fault or there is seriously something wrong with you in general.

    Then.. you get the people that hate on the game for not offering a very good storyline or with very good voice actors or a well written script.
    The game itself actually tries its best to pull you in, yes it has some parts to where it would seem a bit too bland, but Ubisoft actually did a really great job compared to the other "rushed" games that they've had in the past.
    This game wasn't rushed, neither was it underdeveloped either, they actually took the time to make sure that the game you're getting isn't the proverbial trash that you would see now a days with games that hadn't put anything to nothing at all to developing a game.

    Then you have the people that complain about the game not working at all for their system.
    You can find many answers to seek help for your problem, but obviously if the game can't run on your console then it's not the games fault.

    Take a look at all of the recent patches, fixes, and updates that they've been releasing lately.
    They've fixed the game up so much, you couldn't tell how much of a mess it was at release.
    For all those who returned this game just because it had a few minor "problems" with it, then shame on you.

    For those of you actually wanting a real review out of this game, then here it is.

    The Story stars out by showing you the life of a brilliant hacker named Aiden Pierce whom using his skills, along with the notorious hacker group "DedSec" to show the citizens that the ctOS corporation isn't doing their job right with the technology they've developed.
    The game goes right into showing you, the protagonist having a "hit" on you to take you out once and for all by a mysterious counter hacker trying to get rid of you.
    Two Hit-Men then go after you while you're out and about with your neice and her two children. The problem is, when they had tried to shoot you, they end up shooting the youngest of them all and ending her life.
    The first part of the game to where you are able to do anything, is an interrogating scene to where your job is to get information out of the Hit-Man that went after you.
    Of course, none of it is working so the game tells you to shoot him in the head. Pretty straight forward.

    You then are shown a scene to where there's a dead body on the ground, and one of the gun men try's to shoot you.
    Your Back-Up or Partner shoots the guy down, and you wonder where the hell this guy has been since you were in that room beforehand.
    You then need escape past the police and get out of the building, but it isn't as easy as it sounds.
    You need to make sure you're not spotted, and of course this is where the hacking part of the game starts.
    -
    You start off by hacking into cameras to see where your path is ahead of you, and unlock doors that are inaccessible for you.
    After you use the camera on the outside to unlock the first door, you are introduced to one of your first "Hacking" gadgets you can use.
    The Distractor.
    You grab some electrical scraps to craft the weapon, and throw it towards the other way.
    You set it off so the guard is out of the way so you can proceed to the next area.
    You see the Captain of the police and a few police officers being interviewed by a news station in a bar, and sneak past them through the back (Or.. walk right in their line of sight and fail the mission... your choice of course)
    You'll see a few security guards chatting through a glass door, so you'll want to hide to the side of it, or just not be near it at all.
    You'll call up your DedSec buddies, and they'll tell you to find the security guard with access codes to the servers mainframe to cause a "Stadium Blackout". After finding him by hacking a few cameras, you'll have access to a new weapon called "Blackout". You'll select the weapon and press the trigger button to make the whole place go dark.
    You sneak past the security guards, and then have to get away from them by using a car giving to you by your partner or run the whole way there (not the smartest idea.. go with the car or a car in general).
    At this point, there's a lot of action going on, and i have to say that i was impressed by the amount of it.

    After all of it, you can either go on campaign missions, online missions / activities, or.. do whatever you want.
    And this is just a small portion of the game.

    Added up you're getting MANY hours out of this games campaign alone.
    Overall, I'm impressed with the sheer take that Ubisoft has taken with this game, and it was well worth the wait.

    Longer Development = Better Game
    Better Game = Happy Players
    Happy Players = Better Sequels (We All Hope)    … Expand
  46. Gh0stwr1t3r
    Jun 11, 2014
    9
    Overhyped and underdelivered, but this doesn't make it a bad game.
    Yes, it's not next-gen, and after all we've seen years before the release, this is not THE game ubisoft has promised. But what can I say, I had a lot of fun, even if there was a bitter taste of "naah, this could be so much better". But this is also grumbling on a high level if we're honest.
    I'm sure Watch_Dogs_2 will be killer.
  47. Justinethan
    Jun 15, 2014
    9
    Ok let's get one thing clear. This game is watchdogs not friggin Gta v, if those that love Gta v so much you have an erection for it, then stop writing reviews on here about how crap watchdogs is compared to your beloved Gta, and take it to bed and play. How any true gamer can say this game is crap I find hard to understand. Everybody has their opinion and I appreciate that, but howOk let's get one thing clear. This game is watchdogs not friggin Gta v, if those that love Gta v so much you have an erection for it, then stop writing reviews on here about how crap watchdogs is compared to your beloved Gta, and take it to bed and play. How any true gamer can say this game is crap I find hard to understand. Everybody has their opinion and I appreciate that, but how anybody can score this a 2' or say its crap must be either a total tard or couldn't play the game. What we have here is a mix of good story, free to roam, huge amounts of side missions, stunning visuals for what is still an early next gen game, amazing voice acting and a few little puzzles thrown in. I don't buy many games that I don't want to stop playing yet want to because I don't want to complete it, but this was one of them. A fantastic game, well worth the pennies, but if your after a Gta, come saints row joking gun toting romp round a city with stupid but fun missions then avoid it.… Expand
  48. TutuZika
    Mar 9, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. MELHOR QUE GTA É A CABEÇA DA MINHA ROLA JOGO TODO CAGADO ATE NO PS3 E NO PC PIOR… Expand
  49. Mosh
    May 29, 2014
    9
    Because of the hype, people were expecting the impossible. Once you really start playing and take your time to play the missions with thought, it is a great game with a deep sense of accomplishment for completing missions using stealth and precision.

    The narrative is good, the gameplay is solid and the graphics are great. Sure the graphics were slightly downgraded from the trailers, but    Because of the hype, people were expecting the impossible. Once you really start playing and take your time to play the missions with thought, it is a great game with a deep sense of accomplishment for completing missions using stealth and precision.

    The narrative is good, the gameplay is solid and the graphics are great. Sure the graphics were slightly downgraded from the trailers, but especially at night and in the rain, the game looks gorgeous.

    My only gripe is that finding players online is too hard - I am presuming that the servers are under a lot of stress and can't quite handle the load. I hope this gets fixed, because I absolutely love it when somebody enters my game. I hope that over time there will be more multiplayer involvement.

    With so little still to play on the PS4, Watch Dogs is definitely THE game to get at the moment. It will keep you hooked for a long time and it provides enough replayability for you to come back. The minigames are fun too, especially the spider tank is massively fun. Heck, it is the game to get on any platform at the moment.    … Expand
  50. shadowgon3
    Jun 2, 2014
    10
    The story is long (felt like 20-25 hours) and heart warming and really messed up at parts but gets your blood pumped
    After beating the game you still have like 30 hours+ of gameplay and stuff to unlock plus MP
    The driving is really good so I don't know why people hate it so much it feels like any other racing game (forza/need for speed shift/dirt 3 etc)when it comes to driving whichi    The story is long (felt like 20-25 hours) and heart warming and really messed up at parts but gets your blood pumped
    After beating the game you still have like 30 hours+ of gameplay and stuff to unlock plus MP
    The driving is really good so I don't know why people hate it so much it feels like any other racing game (forza/need for speed shift/dirt 3 etc)when it comes to driving whichi like although i wish we could custom the cars...
    As for the game play i don't understand how anyone could hate it so much i mean really what the hell are you people even thinking? As for the graphics they are beautiful but majorly lacking in AA
    The only bad part had about the game was the fact when you bought clothing they didn't really change much.. People scoring 5 and below all went full retard! For once i have to agree with the critics    … Expand
  51. elrofrost
    May 28, 2014
    7
    Let me start by saying I play on a PC.

    Image 7/10, Gameplay 6/10, Intelligence 5/10, Story 7/10, Map 8/10, Driving 4/10 Overall WD is a fun game. But despite its hype it isn’t an “open world” game. It’s a railroad shooter with some fun hacking thrown in and a big map. You can’t just walk into stores and steal or buy stuff. Most doors won’t open for you. And usually there’s only one    Let me start by saying I play on a PC.

    Image 7/10, Gameplay 6/10, Intelligence 5/10, Story 7/10, Map 8/10, Driving 4/10

    Overall WD is a fun game. But despite its hype it isn’t an “open world” game. It’s a railroad shooter with some fun hacking thrown in and a big map. You can’t just walk into stores and steal or buy stuff. Most doors won’t open for you. And usually there’s only one way to complete objectives.

    On the PC, the controls (especially for vehicles) are problematic. This is another game that was designed for consoles and the PC thrown in. That’s very clear, even from the start. Driving can be seriously frustrating. Example: the acceleration key (W); press it and the car floors forward. There is no speed control. Which makes turning at any speed, hard. No smooth driving at all. You will crash. A lot. Lucky for you the cars can take a serious beating. Oh and a tip: need to get away from any chase? Swim. Jump in the lake. About half way across whoever is chasing you will loose you. And that brings up the AI.

    The AI is poor. Jumping in the lake is a good example. And it’s easy peasy to evade the cops. Cause, well they are stupid. Also random people in the streets will run just at the sight of you. Various things like that. This doesn’t make the game un-enjoyable just something I noticed.

    Now you know, I wouldn’t mind the terrible driving controls that much if I wasn’t forced to drive. Certain missions require you to drive. Just like certain missions require you to stay in stealth. IMHO that is not an open world game. The objective should matter not how you got there. When evading, I should be able to duck into an apartment and try to hide (assuming I can deal with whoever is in the apartment). I mean, why can’t I take a train to evade cops (or whoever is chasing me)?

    Anyway things like the above bother me. The devs promised much. I’d say they delivered about 2/3 of what they promised. I suppose all developers do that.

    One thing I must mention – the graphics, while good, DO NOT look anything like the various E3 trailers (or trailers on the net. Not at all. I almost feel like I fell for a bait-n-switch. But I didn’t buy this game for the graphics. But I understand why certain folk are pissed about this. They should be.

    One last thing – the story: it reminds me of ME3 - where the devs are obviously trying to force certain emotions on you. Since I never had a chance to even meet “the niece” I didn’t care about her. The forced dreams aren’t going to force me to care: [Guy robs people. Guy gets hacked. A hit gets ordered. Guy driving his niece later that evening. Gets attacked (the hit). Niece does.] And here you are. Out for revenge. Of course, it doesn’t matter that the hit was order because you were doing something you shouldn’t. It doesn’t matter that your niece dying is your fault. Actually that does matter. I haven’t finished the game, but I know enough of what went down that the later does matter; just not that enough for me to care.

    But there are so many side missions that it’s easy to forget the main story. While I like the story, it’s standard shooter style, the side missions are what make this game.

    In closing, overall the game is fun. Worth the $60 bucks I laid out? No. Worth $40 (in 3 months), YES.    … Expand
  52. GlennGJ
    Jun 3, 2014
    10
    So people give this a 0/10 because it didn't have as much smoke and lighting effects as it did at e3? I have played this game for 6 days straight and I'm loving it. I would give this game a 8.5/10 but I will put 10 on here because of the 0/10 trolls.
  53. reflexreaction
    Jun 4, 2014
    8
    Much better than other players are letting on. Not entirely sure why people are so disappointed either. The game is fun, and whilst it's true the first act starts slowly, it certainly picks up pace and certain parts extremely memorable (e.g. the scene where you escape from your apartment). Also, the online integration is cutting edge - no one has done this before and it's amazing.
  54. DarlesCharwin
    Jun 10, 2014
    8
    These clowns stating that this game isn't worth your money obviously haven't played it. I will admit the content is somewhat parallel to GTA. I hate the GTA games, because they lose my interest fairly quickly and don't have much substance to the plot. My girlfriend picked up Watch Dogs for me, because I was not planning on spending the money after reading a ton of reviews on the game.These clowns stating that this game isn't worth your money obviously haven't played it. I will admit the content is somewhat parallel to GTA. I hate the GTA games, because they lose my interest fairly quickly and don't have much substance to the plot. My girlfriend picked up Watch Dogs for me, because I was not planning on spending the money after reading a ton of reviews on the game. I am 100% thankful that I did receive the game. This game has held my interest, and I find myself wanting to call out sick from work just to play it (I haven't). The reviews stating the game was completed in 8 to 10 hours is completely ridiculous, I have been playing for around 7 to 8 hours and just went into act 2. When reading the bad reviews on this page, be careful. I almost didn't play this game and would have missed out on one of the best games released this year for the new generation. On the flip side I do agree that the graphics don't seem to be any better than the previous console generation, but the game content blind you to this fact.… Expand
  55. ManaMonkey
    Jun 9, 2014
    10
    An excellent open-world game. If you've played GTA you know what to expect (well, minus the gratuitous prostitute-murdering), and Watch Dogs delivers. Excellent gameplay, combat and hacking really work and add a new dimension to chases through the ctOS-run Chicago. If all you care about is graphics you might be slightly disappointed, but if that's the case, just get over it. The game looksAn excellent open-world game. If you've played GTA you know what to expect (well, minus the gratuitous prostitute-murdering), and Watch Dogs delivers. Excellent gameplay, combat and hacking really work and add a new dimension to chases through the ctOS-run Chicago. If all you care about is graphics you might be slightly disappointed, but if that's the case, just get over it. The game looks awesome, and plays superbly.… Expand
  56. bobbyanalog
    Jun 9, 2014
    9
    Not sure that any of the negative reviewers actually played this game. I was reluctant to pick this up because of the negative user reviews, I found time over the weekend and picked it up regardless. I'm glad I did. After playing about 4 hours of this I enjoyed every minute, people should never expect something to be the best ever and then give it negative reviews when it isn't, thoughNot sure that any of the negative reviewers actually played this game. I was reluctant to pick this up because of the negative user reviews, I found time over the weekend and picked it up regardless. I'm glad I did. After playing about 4 hours of this I enjoyed every minute, people should never expect something to be the best ever and then give it negative reviews when it isn't, though it is better than most. I can only speak for PS4 but I've experienced no bugs either, can't wait to get home and play more tonight.… Expand
  57. Eternal_Rage
    Jun 12, 2014
    8
    If you are looking for the game of the year, this is not likely it. However, the gameplay is extremely fun and there is tons of stuff to do. If you are a fan of GTA style games then you will absolutely love this game.
  58. KSP2011
    May 28, 2014
    7
    So much potential in this game, but some aspects felt unfinished. Driving for one, which to me felt clumsy and broken. The free roaming aspect also got boring very quickly. Having said that, the missions were varied and a lot of fun. Plus the on-foot segments worked very well. The hacking also put an original feel on a very tired "GTA Clone" genre. Here's hoping they fix the driving andSo much potential in this game, but some aspects felt unfinished. Driving for one, which to me felt clumsy and broken. The free roaming aspect also got boring very quickly. Having said that, the missions were varied and a lot of fun. Plus the on-foot segments worked very well. The hacking also put an original feel on a very tired "GTA Clone" genre. Here's hoping they fix the driving and add some extras if there will be a Watch Dogs 2… Expand
  59. VaaderDj19
    May 31, 2014
    7
    First things First, I do think Watch Dogs is a good game but it certainly isn't a great game. The E3 reveal of the Game set the bar way too high and unfortunately this product just comes up short. It reminds me of the First Assassins Creed Game, which was a rough diamond that was ultimately polished into the true gem that its sequels were.

    To put it bluntly, the game just doesn't    First things First, I do think Watch Dogs is a good game but it certainly isn't a great game. The E3 reveal of the Game set the bar way too high and unfortunately this product just comes up short. It reminds me of the First Assassins Creed Game, which was a rough diamond that was ultimately polished into the true gem that its sequels were.

    To put it bluntly, the game just doesn't connect. The storyline is all muddled up and all the way through Act I, I just don't get why i should care about the plot. There is no world morality, Aiden's actions don't seem to have an impact on the world at large and with the personal plot so shaky, I began to lose interest pretty quickly.

    The Gun Play is passable, but I don't think that the game is meant to be played as a shooter since you can be overwhelmed and shot to pieces very easily. Stealth on the other hand is a bit overpowered, accept in the auto-fail levels. Basically Stealth is the best way to get to an objective and is pretty easy to execute unless the Game forces you to be stealthy..I can stealthily hack and kill all enemies to reach a target or just hack cameras to reach the objective without a problem. But moving around a Hi-tech Prison, am going to have to replay sections multiple times.

    The Driving is pathetic, every car feels like it is being driven on ice and your reputation gets adversely affected by each Civilian you accidentally mow down..

    On the flip side the Spider Tank Digital Trip is a brilliant game in itself, and you can spend hours stalking and hacking various NPC's..However, again what is the point of it all..You really cannot impact their lives unless it is the generic crime prevention missions or steal their money. It would have been cool if they added a little consequence to all the hacking and privacy intrusion. You hack a low income guy's bank account and then he pops up as a potential criminal in a crime prevention mission. Or maybe you could hack into a poor old lady's account, who needs Money for Cancer treatment, and plant some of your ill gotten gains to help her out. Ubisoft has taken a giant step towards making a city feel real but the lack of consequence and the lack of an ability to impact the lives of these people makes the city feel more artificial than a GTA or Read Dead. The Far Cry 3 Island felt more alive and vibrant than the dreary Chicago in Watch Dogs. It seems to be going for the Sleeping Dogs style and basically doesn't match up in the story department.

    Let me become a crime lord or Philanthropist. Give me something to do with all the money I steal. A better story, more character depth, more consequence and more interactivity will lead to a far better game when and not if the sequel arrives. Till then us gamers will continue to wait for the first truly great AAA game of this generation.    … Expand
  60. Sionnach
    Jun 23, 2014
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. NOTE: This review is for the Campaign game only, will focus almost entirely on the story itself and WILL contain major spoilers.

    Watch Dogs seemed to hold a lot of promise in terms of a new style of gameplay. I knew almost nothing about it going in, but the hook of hacking as your weapon rather than straight combat was pretty intriguing, and the scores I saw up on Metacritic seemed promising, so I decided to give it a shot.

    It starts off well enough, with protagonist Aiden standing before the man who killed his niece and the narrative making a clear statement regarding the path you're meant to go down. Unfortunately, this premise is quickly forgotten. The vast array of weapons, from silenced pistols and sniper rifles to pump action grenade launchers and IEDs tend to take precedence over hacking, and even if you have the perseverance to stick with your phone to beat the bad guys as often as possible, that isn't what Ubisoft wants, and they give you very little reason to play this game the way I expected I would have to.

    There's a mission maybe 3/4 of the way through where you *SPOILER* have to rescue Aiden's nephew after he wanders off to try and track down his kidnapped mother and is himself abducted. In order to progress, it's necessary to take down every enemy on the field, but even if you stealth them all and choose to go the K.O route rather than killing them, the story doesn't care. When you find the boy, no matter how you chose to play, he's just witnessed you committing mass murder. *SPOILER ENDS* You are The Punisher with a smartphone, whether you choose to be or not. I was really looking forward to a smarter game, where stealth and cunning took the front seat, but apparently Ubisoft thought nobody would go for that. I would have. I thought that was what I'd bought.

    Despite railroading the player as a bloodthirsty thug just so Aiden's mournful narration can try to make you feel bad about it later, the story is actually quite good. Chicago under the ctOS is a very relevant cautionary tale in our tech-driven world, and Aiden's quest for answers and the resultant fallout makes for a great journey, but I would have liked it a lot more if how I chose to play had some effect on that story. And sometimes, you don't get a choice. This grated on me more than any other time during the end-credit sequence, when *SPOILER* you have to deal with Maurice, who your sociopath colleague Jordi has been helpfully holding hostage for you since the beginning of the game. I get that they were trying to give Aiden a clear journey, and that in their mind it's only in the end that he can choose to rise above the violence of his recent past, but I'd been rising above whenever possible all the way through, and the game didn't care. Only now can you suddenly decide to spare or execute sad little Maurice, when up until this point you were a murderer even when you weren't. *SPOILER ENDS*

    Hopefully when the inevitable sequel arrives, Aidan's character evolution will have come far enough to keep the promise this game failed to uphold.    … Expand
  61. Thoryan94
    May 30, 2014
    8
    I can understand the hate where this game didn't deliver absolutely everything it promised, but it's still a solid game. Some bugs still need to be fixed where you can escape the police by jumping in the water and swimming a bit, but other than that on PS4 I haven't experienced any major game breaking bugs yet. So far in the 10 hours I put into it's a solid game and worth your time if youI can understand the hate where this game didn't deliver absolutely everything it promised, but it's still a solid game. Some bugs still need to be fixed where you can escape the police by jumping in the water and swimming a bit, but other than that on PS4 I haven't experienced any major game breaking bugs yet. So far in the 10 hours I put into it's a solid game and worth your time if you want a hacking/stealth game that's in a open world. I'm still kind of thirsty since I was expecting more out of this game, but my expectations shouldn't affect my opinion on the reality of the game. The game can get boring if you attempt the same missions over and over, but the campaign has a nice variety.… Expand
  62. Fire830
    May 30, 2014
    8
    I am looking at this from a fair point of view. I see people giving the game a 0 or 2 because the game did not live up to it's extremely high expectation. The game may not have lived up to its 10/10 expectation but it does deserve at least a 8/10, because for the most part it is a good quality game with great aspects to it.
  63. erolsabadosh
    Jun 7, 2020
    3
    This game has a lot of potential but throws it all away with boring repetitive missions. Bought it on sale and still wish I hadn't spent the $20.
  64. Jraptor59
    Jun 18, 2014
    10
    I watched a play through on you tube, theradbrad, and it looks ok. the game actually deserves about a seven but i am putting a ten in to balance out all the psychos that put a zero. this is not a zero, especially if you rate it based on your rig configuration or video card. you are supposed to rate the game content.
  65. Iimonster297
    Jun 23, 2014
    7
    After the long period of delays Ubisoft had to give us; besides the bunch of trailers, Watch Dogs is not capable to bring what it had promised, the terrific game.

    The story plays "amazing" as soon as it begins, but as it grows deeper, it no longer preserves the grace -- treads the track of "shallowness".
  66. MrBigman01234
    Jun 23, 2014
    7
    The hacking system is simple and delightfully fun. Multiplayer is enjoyable and smartly-implemented. Fantastic non-story is at average and will make you hate the main character. Generic plot driven by cliched characters. Lots of tedious chase / tailing missions.
  67. DanielT159
    May 30, 2014
    8
    Great game with a great story, wd is an amazing game that truly bring imagination in code. Not only is it a good game it shows that not all titles by ubisoft are rushed.HOWEVER, THE DRIVING MECHANICS ARE HORRIBLE AND TRULY SUCK.great game though.
  68. DABOSSMOFO
    May 28, 2014
    8
    Watch Dogs over all is a great game. I enjoyed what i have played so far. The hacking system was awesome but other than that its a little clunky. The shooting mechanic was okay, the fist fighting is confusing also being the crouch button and the driving is just horrible. Honestly it was a little disappointing to the hype but it is still a good game. I had more fun with GTA 5 but this is aWatch Dogs over all is a great game. I enjoyed what i have played so far. The hacking system was awesome but other than that its a little clunky. The shooting mechanic was okay, the fist fighting is confusing also being the crouch button and the driving is just horrible. Honestly it was a little disappointing to the hype but it is still a good game. I had more fun with GTA 5 but this is a close second. The story was great and characters were very detailed in terms of personality. The graphics are amazing. The hacking mechanic is great and the little puzzles that were inter graded into the hacking was fun. I recommend this game to people who like a good story with fun side quests. But if you like smooth, fun and open world game play stick with GTA.… Expand
  69. Azlinthelich
    May 28, 2014
    9
    I have played the game for a few hours now and I find it to be a lot of fun. Yes, the driving was a bit frustrating at first but with a little practice it's no longer an issue.

    As for the graphics, I find it humorous people a screaming it doesn't match E3's graphics. Apparently you don't pay attention to disclaimers when adverts are shown. They simply state it may not represent real    I have played the game for a few hours now and I find it to be a lot of fun. Yes, the driving was a bit frustrating at first but with a little practice it's no longer an issue.

    As for the graphics, I find it humorous people a screaming it doesn't match E3's graphics. Apparently you don't pay attention to disclaimers when adverts are shown. They simply state it may not represent real game play. Get over it.

    I find the hacking to be fun and a nice option over running and gunning to complete missions. I have completed entire missions without even entering the area by simply hacking.

    It looks to me many of the negative reviews are by those who just don't like Ubisoft to begin with. It might help if people stopped comparing it to GTA5 or Assassin's Creed as this is it's own game.

    The graphics are good but not great, the hacking while simplistic puts a nice twist on gaining money and information as well as alternate ways to complete missions. The descriptions that pop up during facial recognition get repetitive but what do you expect with such a large in game population? Random encounters are frequent and can be a nice distraction from the main story line adding length to the game. Yes, the story is generic but still engaging.

    At the end of the day I would recommend buying this.    … Expand
  70. Moppy
    May 29, 2014
    9
    Brilliant game with some unique game play, that is very rare. Its unbelievable that this game has been given anything below an 8. Its engine isn't perfect but is still very good. Graphics not as high as expected but still very good. The immersion the game achieves is the best ive ever played. Played it for two days solid and not even started the story yet [past "Open Your World"].Brilliant game with some unique game play, that is very rare. Its unbelievable that this game has been given anything below an 8. Its engine isn't perfect but is still very good. Graphics not as high as expected but still very good. The immersion the game achieves is the best ive ever played. Played it for two days solid and not even started the story yet [past "Open Your World"]. Defiantly worth the money and hype, just too many internet trolls these days who feel any minor fault deserves slating and giving a 0.… Expand
  71. INS13101979
    Jun 10, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. watch dogs is very good, its a lot better than GTA5. GTA5 wasn't what people was expecting. with a watch dogs it had a better story line and the game play was very good itself. they only thing that let it down was that you couldn't customize (clothes because it didn't have different styles just the same colours and customizing) cars . overall the game was good. i recommend people playing it. its different type of game to the others like fable Grand theft auto and saints row.… Expand
  72. roshi82
    Jun 18, 2014
    7
    I have mixed feelings about this game. While I love the story line and graphics and side missions at some point it all gets a little repetitive. Chase this guy. Hack this box. But still fun in a way. The radio stations SUCK!! My god they had an amazing opportunity but they suck. Walking and running is amazing though. I would probably average this game around an 8. I would haveI have mixed feelings about this game. While I love the story line and graphics and side missions at some point it all gets a little repetitive. Chase this guy. Hack this box. But still fun in a way. The radio stations SUCK!! My god they had an amazing opportunity but they suck. Walking and running is amazing though. I would probably average this game around an 8. I would have preferred to buy it at a later stage when it is cheaper but I wanted the statue :( Yes I am one of those suckers!… Expand
  73. xillers
    Jun 6, 2014
    8
    Well this game is awesome (but you dont see dogs) the game is awesome I like the online mode becouse is so funny hack people follow them well is soo coollllllllll the game is **** awesome so wath are you doing here go and buy it now!!!
  74. vpassassin
    May 29, 2014
    8
    Although I'll agree with some that it's not perfect, I can hardly understand giving this game a zero. If it's a game that you installed on your PC or put in your console and worked it deserves at least more than that. You probably weren't sold a broken game. Anyway, just because the driving is different than GTA doesn't mean it sucks it just means you have a different game mechanic toAlthough I'll agree with some that it's not perfect, I can hardly understand giving this game a zero. If it's a game that you installed on your PC or put in your console and worked it deserves at least more than that. You probably weren't sold a broken game. Anyway, just because the driving is different than GTA doesn't mean it sucks it just means you have a different game mechanic to learn. The missions are fun and there's plenty to do on the side. Looks great on my ps4 so far. I dunno why there are so many negative reviews just because it didn't blow your mind like you thought it might.… Expand
  75. rezamirzaei
    Feb 22, 2021
    3
    Looks good and has an interesting concept. Starts well and gets your attention, but quickly becomes repetitive and boring. The side missions are a bland "copy paste" rush work that just wears you out without any real satisfaction. I have no idea what the story is about, even after playing it for more than 5 hrs. I made an honest effort to play this game, bit it just doesn't engage on anyLooks good and has an interesting concept. Starts well and gets your attention, but quickly becomes repetitive and boring. The side missions are a bland "copy paste" rush work that just wears you out without any real satisfaction. I have no idea what the story is about, even after playing it for more than 5 hrs. I made an honest effort to play this game, bit it just doesn't engage on any level.

    Poor story, unlikable characters with little or no development, limited customization options, awful vehicle handling, repetitive gameplay and worst of all: horrendous combat mechanics (like no shoulder swap of weapon).    … Expand
  76. Patman1234
    Jun 3, 2014
    9
    Ok, I'm going to right an honest review not a hateful one, or a ass licking one like some of the morons on here. The game is not better than GTA V, that doesn't mean it's bad, it's still amazing, GTA is just better, it's the best. Things aren't black and white.

    There have been a few patches now and i have encountered no glitches, the game runs perfectly. The graphics are great even    Ok, I'm going to right an honest review not a hateful one, or a ass licking one like some of the morons on here. The game is not better than GTA V, that doesn't mean it's bad, it's still amazing, GTA is just better, it's the best. Things aren't black and white.

    There have been a few patches now and i have encountered no glitches, the game runs perfectly. The graphics are great even though they have been lowered since the initial game-play videos and the game-play itself is mostly fun. Although the driving is rubbish. The characters aren't that bad, but they aren't the best ever.

    Just like the Assassins Creed games there is plenty of extra stuff to do other than the story and unlike the Assassins Creed games it's ALL fun to do, no stupid money chests or fragments for me.

    Basically the game is fun, runs well, looks good, has a good soundtrack and has loads to do so it's worth the money. It's also different, the hacking mechanic is fun and it's hilarious mucking around distracting/blowing up enemies. The free running is also pretty cool

    Doesn't get a 10 because the main character is unoriginal and the driving is pants. Having said that the driving can be mastered and therefore ignored and the character doesn't matter so much, when you are in such a great open world. Also you can check into famous Chicago land marks, learn about them and get gifts left by other players which is a genius idea.

    So yeah...buy it!    … Expand
  77. RoccosRant
    Jun 2, 2014
    7
    Fun game, obviously the hype hurt it a bit but still a very entertaining game. The driving needs a little tweaked but all the other aspects of the game will keep you coming back for more.
  78. glypheye
    May 31, 2014
    9
    Chicago looks gorgeous! The gameplay is diverse, sometimes quite difficult and always a lot of fun. Yes, the driving is a little dry and slushy, but it hardly takes away from the rich experience if the game. Hacking adds a whole new dimension to stealth.....and it works wonderfully. So many options! Really enjoying this one......nice work, Ubisoft!
  79. JohnWitten
    Jun 12, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. [Condensed]

    Now, despite its numerous failings in both story and at times graphics and overall visuals, as well as its failure to deliver on several early promises, Watch Dogs is far from a bad game. It is a really enjoyable and replayable experience, even if it is a highly flawed one as well. As with many similarly flawed titles of its genre and caliber, the main attraction and the main thing that works the most in Watch Dogs is in fact its open-world setting and the relative freedom players are allowed in deciding what they want to do or where they want to go, as well as when and why or why not. Choice and hacking capabilities alone make this a worthwhile title to play, even if it isn’t quite the hit they were looking for. I for one certainly enjoyed my time with this game, as well as the fact that it retained similarities to their other recent titles- such as Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry, without going overboard into those territories at all. If there’s one thing that can be said about it, it’s that Watch Dogs is certainly one of a kind- even if it isn’t because it’s sailed into uncharted territory, and is only because there hasn’t really yet been a game quite like it in conceptual terms. If they do choose to make it a series, which seems viable considering it sold pretty well, I’d be interested to see the hopefully improved sequel and to compare its rights and wrongs to those of this title as well.

    Concept: Explore open-world Chicago as the revenge-seeking, trenchcoat and ballcap clad hacker Aiden Pearce. Enjoy some cheap thrills and spills, laugh at the mostly overdone story moments, and torment the people of the city with environmental chaos and hijacking of the citywide OS employed by a corrupt corporation.

    Graphics: The game looks good on most consoles and devices, however there are times when it is visually muddied, and it doesn’t like up to the frame rate or overall graphical awareness originally promised as well.

    Sound: There are several tunes in-game that work and several that don’t. The accompanying score works in most instances where the licensed content doesn’t.

    Playability: With the exception of the odder than not vehicle controls, the other mechanics handle fantastically. Naturally, because of the vehicle controls, pretty much any of these mechanics being used during chases are more frustrating than not.

    Entertainment: It’s in its own class and genre thanks to the exceptional hacking abilities afforded to your character, and overall it’s quite an enjoyable experience. Also, there are some doge jokes to be made about and in the game. I kid you not. Seriously.

    Replay Value: High.

    Overall Score: 8.0    … Expand
  80. Counterpart
    Jun 11, 2014
    9
    First let me start off by saying this. IGN sat down and did a podcast about you and your **** reviews and how they don't matter. They saw you. They 1-upped you. Now that that's out of the way:

    This is a really fun game. An open-world sandbox with an added element of open-world elements through the hacking mechanism, which I must admit is far more fluid than I had anticipated. I will    First let me start off by saying this. IGN sat down and did a podcast about you and your **** reviews and how they don't matter. They saw you. They 1-upped you. Now that that's out of the way:

    This is a really fun game. An open-world sandbox with an added element of open-world elements through the hacking mechanism, which I must admit is far more fluid than I had anticipated. I will take off a point though because there's no driveable helicopters or aircrafts in general, which feels sort of limiting at times. It does make sense too however with how some parts of the game are structured, if you could just fly you wouldn't bother to solve half the puzzles within the game that require you to vault around, especially the CTOS Towers.
    There are plenty of weapons, all fit nicely on a radial wheel and are categorized with added secondaries like frags and IEDs. You can craft on the go anytime which is also nice, though unrealistic. But for the sake of convenience and gaming-practicality, its a good mechanism that shouldn't and doesn't conform to reality.
    The campaign is very lengthy and nice with lots of drama, tragedy, etc and there are also plenty of optional side activities that are not necessary but are rewarding. I got this game the day after release date, and I'm still having fun playing it. Also there is a season pass I did not get yet, but I'm sure that adds even more to the content. I did get it on the PS4 however so I did get some bonus missions which were quite fun too. There's also a great variety of online segments to even further the amount of fun you can have and adds a level of competitive play.

    To me, it was a great game, and worth every dollar I spent on it. With a somewhat small library of games to choose from for the PS4 atm, this stands tall with giants like Infamous SS as one of the best available titles right now on the new system. I'm sure that holds true for the XB1 too atm    … Expand
  81. thenukeofnukes
    Jun 4, 2014
    8
    I give Watch Dogs a score of 8 out of 10. This review is for the Playstation 4 version. The game is very fun. The only glitch I have really seen is a car stuck in the road once while playing online with a friend. It was pretty funny to see. I must say that the story is very good. The end of Act 2 is extremely disturbing though and I really wish I had been given the option to skip thatI give Watch Dogs a score of 8 out of 10. This review is for the Playstation 4 version. The game is very fun. The only glitch I have really seen is a car stuck in the road once while playing online with a friend. It was pretty funny to see. I must say that the story is very good. The end of Act 2 is extremely disturbing though and I really wish I had been given the option to skip that mission. Overall, the story left me satisfied. The game is fun and the city is great for exploring, but you can't go inside many buildings. That is why I rate it an 8 instead of 9.5. They could have at least let you ride an elevator to the observation deck of the Willis Tower, but no. You are pretty much stuck to being outside on this. They also don't have the Navy Pier that is such an icon in Chicago. If they had included things like that then this would have been one of my favorite games. This game was good, but it falls well short of being great. Still, it is well worth $60. The other complaint I have is that the driving could have been better. Other then that it is really is a fun game with all the hacking. The last thing I will say is that looking at the skyline at night time on this game is absolutely breath-taking!… Expand
  82. Steven25
    May 28, 2014
    10
    I dont know why the people is so stupid, they think that just because the game has less graphics it is bad. They gotta open those stupid eyes of them and see that the game is very awesome even if it is downgraded.
  83. ToolSnipeZ
    Jun 12, 2014
    8
    what i like:
    obviously the hacking feature is innovative, feels good and rewarding and you also can do most of the missions without shooting at people or even hurting them.
    the open world of chicago is quite lively and dynamic, you will hear alot of dialogs or can watch the people doing funny or sometimes strange stuff. you off course can hack their smartphones, including alot jokes    what i like:
    obviously the hacking feature is innovative, feels good and rewarding and you also can do most of the missions without shooting at people or even hurting them.

    the open world of chicago is quite lively and dynamic, you will hear alot of dialogs or can watch the people doing funny or sometimes strange stuff. you off course can hack their smartphones, including alot jokes and stuff.
    the online modes are quite cool, my favourite is the 1 vs 1 hide and seek mode where one tries to hack the other and the other has to find the hacker in his version of the city and kill him. works good and is pure fun.
    the story is cool but is stretched and most missions gameplay doesnt vary too much: go to a, hack something, get away go to b, meet somebody and do some other stuff at b... simple structure and almost always hacking stuff and killing or sneaking through ppl involved.
    the main charakters are very cool and illustrated nicely, while the main charakter lacks emotion. i dont get why they did this, maybe so the player can replace the dull personality with some of his own attitudes or stuff, i have no idea

    i totally dont get why others hate the car controlls that much, they feel the same as GTA5 and also the games is not menat to be a racer so its okay to have simple controlls. also i dont need to have a car crash engine that is detailed as **** thats what i played burnout for.
    Side quests are surprisingly rewarding and never get that repetetive and boring cause they are short living fun without repeating random citizen dialogs.

    okay finally lets get to what could be improved:
    1) gimme moar easter eggs, its an open world dammit
    2) mission design could have included more ways to beat the targetor simply more posibilities of what to do, sometimes main missions play like side quests
    3) some kind of death matchy open world mmo death match or mmo hacking event
    4) the story overall could be more epic, its cool but there is soo much room to improve.

    overall, i like the game much more than the overhyped GTA5.    … Expand
  84. Arran97
    Jun 6, 2014
    7
    Watch Dogs is an average open world game, which ironically like its protagonist slips into the crowd, just wanting to go unnoticed. It trys to be new and exciting with the hacking mechanic by allowing you to raise bollards or blow up steam vents during car chases and cook a grenade on a unsuspecting guard, watching him fumble manically as he attempts to grab and throw his beeping demiseWatch Dogs is an average open world game, which ironically like its protagonist slips into the crowd, just wanting to go unnoticed. It trys to be new and exciting with the hacking mechanic by allowing you to raise bollards or blow up steam vents during car chases and cook a grenade on a unsuspecting guard, watching him fumble manically as he attempts to grab and throw his beeping demise away. Initially this gives a false sense of choice; try stealth, try hacking or all out action. But soon you realize that hacking makes the game a breeze, allowing any seasoned gamer to slide through without an interruption and meet its underwhelming conclusion.

    The story itself doesn't even sound interesting from the outset. You are trench coat wearing, gruff-voiced Aiden Pearce and you're out for revenge because some hitmen murdered your niece. So nothing original there, in fact that sounds like the set-up to any action movie from the 80s or 90s. But the important thing to consider is how are you gaining your revenge? Well through murdering other people... who probably have nieces themselves and other family members who would miss him. So Aiden on-top of being a mass-murder, is a hypocrite. This detached me from the character, I couldn't relate to his motivations or methods. Some people may argue; its your actions that are controlling Aiden, and you're deciding to kill those people. True I'm the one pressing the R2 button as a lodge shotgun shells into a gang members head but Watch Dogs down right condones and expects you kill and murder your way through the story missions, by giving you a huge arsenal of weaponry and placing you in situations which don't allow stealth. This is not Deus Ex, i defy you to do a non-lethal run.

    So where the protagonist failed for me, is there a redeeming antagonist that pushes you to actually finish the game, so you can confront and stop them? First of all, a lets consider that Ubisoft created Vaas (from Far Cry 3) who was one of the greatest villains in recent memory. So you can understand my anticipation for this game and expecting at least a decent villain. Did they recapture that magic? Well... no is the answer to that. The antagonists in this game are a bizarre choice, considering the world Ubisoft is trying to create . You'd expect a game which reflects current world issues about a lack of privacy from the government and supposed big corporations spying on their customers and knowing their darkest secrets. Would call for a CEO or owner of the so-called Blume corporation to be the main villain. But no, its a mob boss. Isn't that a staple of the Grand theft Auto series? I was just expecting something different, but that's the common theme with Watch dogs, its just painfully generic. Everything it attempts to do has been done better in older and better games. It which stands fine by its own but falls short of recent open world games like Grand Theft Auto 5.

    Perhaps Watch Dog's biggest downfall is its repetitive nature. While the story missions remain fairly fresh throughout, the side content has a different fate. It has to be the greatest example of quantity over quality I've ever seen in a game. Why have 20 fixer missions when you can have 40 and they're all pretty much the exact same gameplay segment over and over again, except in a different location. I shouldn't feel like I'm completing a chore when playing a video game, they're the opposite of that. They're the epitome of procrastination, putting you off completing meaningful tasks and work and instead move some pixels around a screen. The worst offender is the drinking mini game, if you want the trophy you have to complete 11 drinking mini games against 3 opponents which can take upwards of 4 hours. Because the mini game is so damn difficult. I've actually had a harder time progressing through this, than I have the campaign mode. That's just silly.

    Overall, a game which is above average because it has nice graphics and good controls. But as open world games go, this will just keep you occupied until a new GTA, Red dead or Fallout comes out, its worth a purchase but maybe at a reduced price.    … Expand
  85. erndaWORM
    May 28, 2014
    9
    Watch dogs is a must own developer Ubisoft outdone themselves on this one.Chicago is stunningly beautiful and I love the original concept of hacking everything in a game. My only flaw with this game is the driving is a little off but could possibly be fixed with a patch later on.

    Also on a side note people need to remember the name of this game is not gta 6 so stop critiquing it as if it was .
  86. Prodion
    May 31, 2014
    9
    Sometimes, I seriously wish I could give up on humanity... 4.5 on the PC version?! You must be joking. Even if you didn't enjoy the full experience, you still cant ignore the extreme amounts of content this game has to offer. How anyone could rate this game poorly is beyond me. However, I admit the game is flawed, it has several glitches and bugs and the driving reminds me of a poor GTA VSometimes, I seriously wish I could give up on humanity... 4.5 on the PC version?! You must be joking. Even if you didn't enjoy the full experience, you still cant ignore the extreme amounts of content this game has to offer. How anyone could rate this game poorly is beyond me. However, I admit the game is flawed, it has several glitches and bugs and the driving reminds me of a poor GTA V clone. But the difference between GTA V and Watch Dogs is the fact that Watch Dogs has an interactive world, while GTA V has shooting and storytelling. People also complain about the story in Watch Dogs, but to me personally the story is not lackluster at all. Besides, if you were to get bored from a typical story mission, you could drive 30 km in the other direction and rob a store. Did I mention the multiplayer aspect and being able to hack other players? This game has focused on the hacking and multiplayer aspect instead of focusing on driving and a memorable story. Some people will enjoy this, others will undeniably hate it. IT IS COMPLETELY SUBJECTIVE. But giving it a 0/10 is moronic, and frankly juvenile. I have only experienced one 0/10 game and that is RAMBO THE VIDEO GAME. If you seriously believe that Rambo the video game and Watch Dogs deserve the same score, then you must take a hard look in the mirror. And if you climbed aboard the Ubisoft Hype Train two years ago when this game was announced and was disappointed by the final product, then that is your own fault, not the developer`s fault!

    BTW, I sincerely apologize for my spelling, I come from a cold place in the north, namely Norway :)    … Expand
  87. killdrphil
    Jun 4, 2014
    8
    I wasn't caught up at all in the hype for this game. And, never am for any game really. I just wait until a game comes out and then I see how it is. This game is a fairly good try and it mostly succeeds. The graphics? Well, they are inconsistent. Sometimes the game looks fantastic but other times it looks terrible. Overall, it is probably comparable to GTA V's graphics. But, not better.I wasn't caught up at all in the hype for this game. And, never am for any game really. I just wait until a game comes out and then I see how it is. This game is a fairly good try and it mostly succeeds. The graphics? Well, they are inconsistent. Sometimes the game looks fantastic but other times it looks terrible. Overall, it is probably comparable to GTA V's graphics. But, not better. One would think since Ubisoft is such a big company and they are now dealing with a more powerful system it would be better. The gameplay is fair to good. Depending on what you're doing in the game. Nothing really stands out as being great though in that regard. Certainly not much that is very fresh. The hacking is cool though and a nice feature. The driving isn't nearly as difficult as people are making it out to be. It just takes some practice. And, of course, it depends on which car you are driving. Some cars just don't have good handling, that's all. So, choose to mostly drive the cars that do have good handling. The story is the weakest part of this game by far. It's weak, standard, and sappy. It gets a little better as it goes on though. The characters for the most part are forgettable. Anyway, it gets an 8 from me because despite its flaws it somehow manages to be a lot of fun. There are good missions and good side missions and enjoyable activities. Lots of content here too, lots of bang for your buck.… Expand
  88. Mackeil
    Jun 11, 2014
    8
    The graphics are very good. The combat, driving, and overall fluidness is solid. The storyline was interesting to me from start to finish. You are rewarded at a good pace, keeping the game fresh as you go. I also enjoyed the interesting ideas they use in multiplayer. One example is online "tailing" missions. If you are successful, the player you are tailing will never even know you wereThe graphics are very good. The combat, driving, and overall fluidness is solid. The storyline was interesting to me from start to finish. You are rewarded at a good pace, keeping the game fresh as you go. I also enjoyed the interesting ideas they use in multiplayer. One example is online "tailing" missions. If you are successful, the player you are tailing will never even know you were there. As in, you invade his single player world, he is not warned, and if he doesn't notice you then you leave without the game ever telling him you were there. I hope they improve on the ideas they started here.… Expand
  89. dazza
    Jun 4, 2014
    7
    When I first heard of watch dogs, I thought it was going to be another GTA5. Another really hyped up game with a boring storyline and retarded characters. But I was wrong. At first, watch dogs seemed very enjoyable. Even though I was bad at it at first, I improved in the long run. The missions I found quite repetitive. You go into some restricted area, kill bad guys, and something happens.When I first heard of watch dogs, I thought it was going to be another GTA5. Another really hyped up game with a boring storyline and retarded characters. But I was wrong. At first, watch dogs seemed very enjoyable. Even though I was bad at it at first, I improved in the long run. The missions I found quite repetitive. You go into some restricted area, kill bad guys, and something happens. And the character development is **** I didn't feel any emotion when Clara died, or when Aiden's family had to move away from Chicago. Other than that, the game is perfect.

    Now, one thing that REALLY pisses me off is the final mission. THEY **** BOTCHED THE FINAL MISSION! You just go around to three cliché hacking things and stand near them while hacking them. The twist is, you have the entire police force on your ass and if you shoot them, it ruins your reputation. So you have to stand near a stupid hacking thing while being chased by a seemingly infinite amount of helicopters and cars. This mission is retarded, and I am yet to complete it.    … Expand
  90. CallumBrine
    Jun 5, 2014
    9
    Watch Dogs is one of the most anticipated games of 2014, along with murdered and Destiny. After it's delay, which people speculate to be GTA Vs fault, is it really worth the hype train.

    Firstly, watch dogs has a great combat system, where tactics are played. Will you hack to distract this guy, or make this other guy explode. The shooting is fun and the hacking is also fun, even though    Watch Dogs is one of the most anticipated games of 2014, along with murdered and Destiny. After it's delay, which people speculate to be GTA Vs fault, is it really worth the hype train.

    Firstly, watch dogs has a great combat system, where tactics are played. Will you hack to distract this guy, or make this other guy explode. The shooting is fun and the hacking is also fun, even though it is so simple. The driving in the game is hard at first, but can be quite fun after you get used to it. The graphics, of course, are not as great as E3s, but graphics don't make the game great, it just gives a little bit of sprinkles on a cake. The story is quite good, with a couple of plot twists, trust me, and the character is not generic and the story isn't only based around revenge. If you've actually played the game, you'd know.

    Watch Dogs is a memorable experience, and I'm looking forward to what they do with the series.

    Overall:
    +Great Combat
    +Fun Mechanics
    +Interesting story

    -Multiplayer can be a hassle.

    SCORE: 9/10 A MUST PLAY.

    For people looking to see a comparison of GTA V and Watch_Dogs

    Combat: Watch Dogs
    Story: Watch Dogs
    Graphics: Watch Dogs
    Multiplayer: DRAW
    Driving: at first, GTA V but later Watch Dogs.
    Overall: isn't it obvious...    … Expand
  91. LuisGuerrero
    Jun 3, 2014
    7
    Mix, GTA + Hitman + Silent hill shattered memories cell phone= viola!!!! Watchdogs honestly not the best game ever, I think we should not let marketing get into our heads. Not Great Graphics not great Story plot, everything very standard. Gave it a 7 so I don't feel bad for the $60 I payed. Buy it 3 years from now when price is down to $15.
  92. 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.
  93. lifeeater95
    May 29, 2014
    8
    This is a game that needs no introduction. There has been so much hype surrounding the game that it turned out to be relatively damaging on release date. Honestly where are all these negative reviews coming from? The lowest for this game should be a 6, but a zero? That's flat out retarded and should be disregarded, you are putting it on the same level as Ride to Hell, and that wasThis is a game that needs no introduction. There has been so much hype surrounding the game that it turned out to be relatively damaging on release date. Honestly where are all these negative reviews coming from? The lowest for this game should be a 6, but a zero? That's flat out retarded and should be disregarded, you are putting it on the same level as Ride to Hell, and that was f***cking terrible game.

    Honestly this is a well developed sandbox games that in many ways surpasses GTA V. For one, it has a living breathing world of which the likes I have never seen before, seriously each resident doesn't feel like a lifeless AI whose sole purpose is to walk around, each resident performs a different activity, making Chicago all the more immersive.
    The gameplay is ridiculous fun, the hacking ability provides something fresh and invigorating in the sandbox experience. Going into someones personal life or hacking things like pipelines, traffic lights and other such things makes you feel like a master hacker that can get into anyone's life.
    Graphics were a controversial topic when it came to this game. The e3 2012 demo showcased some of the best graphics I have ever seen in a sandbox game, which only increased the hype to dramatic heights, unfortunately it was downgraded by a staggering amount due to it being a multi-platform release that included the aging ps3 and xbox 360. Don't get me wrong, the game still looks great for the most part, especially during the night while it is raining, that is a visual feast you must behold. The only reason I put this as a con is because ubisoft once again used false advertising to show us a game we will never fully get, which of course is going to upset users because you played with our expectations, which is unfair.

    Another con, surprisingly, is the story. While is showcases many interesting characters who are portrayed with top quality voice acting and animation, the story just seems a bit uninspired. Its tone is inconsistent, segments if the campaign are riveting with cliches, and quite frankly I'm not a fan of the protagonist, at one point he acts like a complete badass by threatening people in subtle ways and sometimes very unsubtle ways and then in the next scene we see him as a family man, his character just seems sporadic and all over the place.
    Overall Watch Dogs is an excellent sandbox game that is bustling with activities and sidequests that will keep you occupied for hours. It adds a unique gameplay element that helps distinguish itself from being a gta clone and has some pretty great graphics. I give it an 8 out of 10, if it weren't for a few missteps with the campaign and the false advertising led by ubisoft, this would have most likely been my GOTY    … Expand
  94. SeanGamerDays
    Jun 3, 2014
    9
    Amazing gameplay, and a fantastic parkour system with the hacking information, database, bank account, and all that incredible engine. The bad part was, this damn Canadian made the worst story for this game. I was really bored watching the Canadian envirovment was brought to America, Their story dosent make any goddamn sense! I just wish the stories was more challenging and a little bitAmazing gameplay, and a fantastic parkour system with the hacking information, database, bank account, and all that incredible engine. The bad part was, this damn Canadian made the worst story for this game. I was really bored watching the Canadian envirovment was brought to America, Their story dosent make any goddamn sense! I just wish the stories was more challenging and a little bit more revealing like from E3. The driving system, was more like Driv3r, but thats okay, small problems, everbody understand, well mostly....… Expand
  95. owwo
    May 28, 2014
    10
    loved it.UBISOFT created an amazing masterpiece. Watch Dogs runs great without any issues. Most people that complain are most likely people that know nothing about gaming PC's or have sub par gaming rigs. I run the game on ultra at 55/60fps using an I7 2700, GTX780, 16Gig Ram.

    Story is amazing, plenty of stuff to do in this vast open world to keep you busy for hours and hours. Give    loved it.UBISOFT created an amazing masterpiece. Watch Dogs runs great without any issues. Most people that complain are most likely people that know nothing about gaming PC's or have sub par gaming rigs. I run the game on ultra at 55/60fps using an I7 2700, GTX780, 16Gig Ram.

    Story is amazing, plenty of stuff to do in this vast open world to keep you busy for hours and hours.

    Give it a shot! its an amazing product!    … Expand
  96. Razv
    Jun 15, 2014
    10
    Absolutely great game. Only Infamous Second Son can be compared with this game, leaving GTA5, Saints Row4 or other open worlds, waaaay behind.

    The game is original, the whole idea of hacking your surroundings is an interesting one, and even though the gameplay around it is very simple now (you push one button), it can be greatly polished in the future and can easily be improved. The    Absolutely great game. Only Infamous Second Son can be compared with this game, leaving GTA5, Saints Row4 or other open worlds, waaaay behind.

    The game is original, the whole idea of hacking your surroundings is an interesting one, and even though the gameplay around it is very simple now (you push one button), it can be greatly polished in the future and can easily be improved.

    The graphics looks stellar. A couple of bugs here and there, and the problem that people pop-in close when you're driving at high speeds, but that's a small price to pay compared to how great the overall visuals look. The character is detailed and polished, the environment is well designed, and everything creates a realistic and beautiful atmosphere.

    Solid story, interesting and fun to follow.

    Great multiplayer as well.

    10/10    … Expand
  97. Elli27
    Oct 3, 2018
    7
    Good game, if you did not expect it to be the GTA killer, I am impressed with what the devs have done with the game I wish there is a bit of real hacking where you type in commands and such don't really like the puzzle hacking part of the game
  98. AlexFors
    Jun 9, 2014
    8
    Watch Dogs is a victim of the hype train it’s not a bad game but it’s not the big next gen experience we thought it was going to be. Watch dogs isn’t a bad game it’s actually a very fun and has a lot of interesting ideas like the hacking in combat or just walking around in the city and profiling the civilians so you can find out all there dirty little secrets. Combat in Watch Dogs is greatWatch Dogs is a victim of the hype train it’s not a bad game but it’s not the big next gen experience we thought it was going to be. Watch dogs isn’t a bad game it’s actually a very fun and has a lot of interesting ideas like the hacking in combat or just walking around in the city and profiling the civilians so you can find out all there dirty little secrets. Combat in Watch Dogs is great with some good shooting mechanics and it has stealth if you want to be a ninja in a trench coat. The weird thing about Watch Dogs is how they screw up one of the most important things in a free roaming game, the driving. It has some weird physics and some simply bad driving mechanics. I haven’t written anything about the story yet well that’s because it’s quite bad and the main character Aiden Pearce is as interesting as a rock.
    Well the story about Aiden Pearce who lost his niece in a ordered hit on him now his out for some vigilante justice. I really like the game but don’t buy a ps4 or an xbox one just for Watch Dogs.    … Expand
  99. kayymoneyy
    May 29, 2014
    8
    While I am a bit disappointed, for reasons I can't really describe, the hate this game is getting makes no sense to me. The city looks great, the AI of the citizens is solid for the most part, and it has very solid "play for a couple hours nonstop" value. Hacking is fun and the missions build a lot of suspense. I also like the fact that they build Aiden's story and give him a personality.While I am a bit disappointed, for reasons I can't really describe, the hate this game is getting makes no sense to me. The city looks great, the AI of the citizens is solid for the most part, and it has very solid "play for a couple hours nonstop" value. Hacking is fun and the missions build a lot of suspense. I also like the fact that they build Aiden's story and give him a personality. Graphics are pretty chippy though, which I was pretty disappointed about. Something does feel wrong to me, I can't pinpoint exactly what that is, but it is no GTA V. While it did fail to meet the high expectations, I think that maybe we should be more grateful that we have a GTA-esque game for the next gen consoles. There's nothing to hate about this game except for the letdown of only being pretty good as opposed to the greatest game of all time.… Expand
  100. HiDef-Jules
    Jun 3, 2014
    10
    I was unsure about watch dogs for the first couple of hours, but once you get accustomed to the systems in the game it becomes fantastic. Great stealth mechanics and a fantastically realised open world - it's like a hybrid of splinter cell, assassins creed and gta. Hacking and tracking other players is great fun as well. Highly recommended.
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#37 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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#4 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2014
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#9 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2014

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80

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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