Saints Row IV: Re-Elected

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Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 39
  3. Negative: 1 out of 39
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  1. COGconnected
    Mar 26, 2020
    74
    Saints Row IV: Re-Elected comes with all of that fantastic, over the top DLC with insane weapons, new story missions, and tons of cosmetic options. As a story, this wild experience is still refreshing and incredibly charming while keeping true to its raunchy, adult themes. The pop culture references on display are shameless and simply add to the charm of the series. While it does control well once you get used to it, the fine aiming leaves something to be desired, so if you prefer to spend a game looking down scopes this might not be for you. If you love horrible jokes, fire, death, explosions, superpowers, murder, and mayhem, this is the game for you.
  2. SpazioGames
    Mar 23, 2020
    73
    The bullet comedy extravaganza action game from Volition returns on Switch. It's old and a little bit messy, but you're probably going to love it anyway.
  3. Impulsegamer
    Apr 20, 2020
    72
    Overall Saints Row IV Re-elected is a very competent entry to the Switch Library and it is definitely worth the purchase if you have the hankering for some crazy open world action. It is unfortunately priced on the higher side of re releases so please keep that in mind. As long as you can handle the Nintendo Switch’s less than impressive Joycon analogue sticks.
  5. The Games Machine
    Mar 23, 2020
    72
    Saints Row IV Re-Elected comes to the Nintendo Switch many years after the launch of the original version, but it certainly is a valid option for anyone looking for an excessively exaggerated and over the top open world action game. Unfortunately the conversion proves to be anything but flawless, even if the many technical issues don’t undermine the overall gaming experience.
  6. Gamer Escape
    Jun 10, 2020
    70
    Overall, I’d say if you haven’t played Saints Row IV before to give it a shot. I honestly had a blast going through this. If you have, well, the novelty of having it portable might not justify the price tag. I have heard from Volition that the bugs ARE being worked on but, at the moment, there’s no definite time frame for when the DLC will actually be available for Switch players, and I can’t help but be a little disappointed at that.
  7. LevelUp
    May 6, 2020
    70
    Quotation forthcoming.
  8. GameSkinny
    Apr 8, 2020
    70
    In spite of some humor that hasn't aged well, Saints Row 4 on the Switch is still a sandbox well worth playing in.
  9. Noisy Pixel
    Mar 28, 2020
    70
    Saints Row IV: Re-Elected on Nintendo Switch is a fantastic port of a good game. Though it has not aged all that well graphically, the hilarious story and addicting gameplay of the original release translate incredibly well to Switch. Those looking for a sandbox game to play on the go will find a great one in Saints Row IV: Re-Elected. However, its $40 price tag is a bit high for a seven-year-old game.
  10. Vooks
    Mar 23, 2020
    70
    Saints Row IV drew me in with its Matrix-like whimsy and dedication to player fun. The Switch port is serviceable, with blemishes easily ignored against the shenanigans on offer.
  11. Digital Chumps
    Mar 23, 2020
    70
    In 2020, Saints Row IV: Re-Elected’s combat feels prosaic, its glut of content perfunctory, and its humor antiquated. It’s great on Switch but actually playing it feels like looking through a weird interactive museum.
  12. Everyeye.it
    Mar 23, 2020
    70
    Saints Row 4 still manages to have fun, even on the hybrid console of Nintendo.
  13. Multiplayer.it
    Mar 23, 2020
    70
    Saints Row 4 arrives on Nintendo Switch with a better porting than the previous chapter and with the usual series of senseless moments. The fans will be happy; for all the others it remains a mediocre and sufficiently backward title.
  14. Screen Rant
    Mar 23, 2020
    70
    Saints Row IV: Re-Elected is still the exact same game that released back in 2013, but is just as fun today as it was almost a decade ago.
  15. ZTGD
    Apr 16, 2020
    65
    If you have an Xbox, PC, or PS4, just grab it there for half the price and you get Gat out of Hell with it. The only way I could see saying pick this version up is if you have no other avenue to play it. It’s still a fun ride, but the price of admission is steep for something that a) came out seven years ago and b) doesn’t have everything in it but is still charging more for it. The choice is yours, but I would wait until we get a price drop that is equal to the other versions of this game.
  16. Vandal
    Mar 23, 2020
    65
    Saints Row IV is a fun game that hasn’t aged very well, and this version has some rough edges and issues that make it harder to recommend. There’s a lot of fun to be had here, but keep in mind you’ll have to face some technical issues and obsolete gameplay features.
  17. Eurogamer Italy
    Mar 30, 2020
    60
    Quotation forthcoming.
  18. Jeuxvideo.com
    Mar 23, 2020
    60
    Quotation forthcoming.
  19. Cubed3
    Aug 28, 2020
    50
    Saints Row IV: Re-Elected might be the developer's attempt trying to do something new while doing it under the guise of a popular brand name. The emphasis on super-powers that renders the tacked-on driving and shooting redundant is likely an intentional message from the team, that this just is not Saints Row anymore. The result is a weird and confusing action title with tons of features, which has a huge well of jokes that fly by really fast. The only aspect that makes Saints Row IV truly worthwhile, is the comedic, over the top spectacle and characters. It's not the mind-numbing gameplay.
  20. NintendoWorldReport
    Apr 1, 2020
    50
    Saints Row IV isn’t awful; the superpowers still make for some of the best world traversal I’ve ever played in an open-world game. Unfortunately, the superpowers are pretty much the only thing that’s really worth checking out in its own right. The rest of the game is merely competent at best. If the humor had been a bit more solid, or the story had a more distinct identity, it might be worth putting up with the rough edges. Sadly, Saints Row IV: Re-Elected would probably be better off getting primaried.
  21. Gameblog.fr
    Mar 23, 2020
    50
    The Saints Row series isn't renowned for the outstanding performances of its 3D engine but the Switch version of the game is the final straw, specifically in portable mode: aliasing, tearing and visuals bugs are still there. We can't say the same about the standalone Gat out of Hell. However, the game is still really fun to play.

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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 56 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 56
  3. Negative: 10 out of 56
  1. Tortor
    Oct 25, 2021
    10
    This felt like the main goal for this game was to have fun. I always felt like there was something to do and I never got bored because of allThis felt like the main goal for this game was to have fun. I always felt like there was something to do and I never got bored because of all the different activities.

    I ended up 100% this game because it just had a stellar gameplay loop and felt really rewarding.

    The plot and humor in this was perfectly suited for me. I really appreciated what this game did with its cheesy B action movie plot. Even with the characters and plot it wanted to make sure you had fun with a constant flow of humor and high camp performances.

    The combat was also really well done and gave a good mix of super powers and gunplay.    … Full Review »
  2. Ripper36
    Jul 17, 2021
    10
    Forget what other people say....This is such a great game. Great gameplay, Great fun. Tons of hours can be sunk in this game if you reallyForget what other people say....This is such a great game. Great gameplay, Great fun. Tons of hours can be sunk in this game if you really wanted too. The open World is larger then i have first thought and it is even a good looking game on the Switch. Dont run in to to much Framerate dips all much. A fun game to pick up and easy to learn. Good job Nintendo… Full Review »
  3. Toz123
    Jul 6, 2021
    10
    I love the game I give a 10 I have all the saint row 1,2,3,4 and gat of hell.Plz make a new saint row.
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