Grand Theft Auto IV: The Lost and Damned

 Xbox 360
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 397 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 299 out of 397
  2. Mixed: 66 out of 397
  3. Negative: 32 out of 397
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  1. AAACE5
    Feb 18, 2009
    8
    At first, I didn't like this DLC. But after playing it a while, I can agree that it was well done for what it is. I was against the typical moto-club atmosphere, but you get past that after a short while. I won't waste too much time BS'in, if you liked the regular game, this is an extention to it, with the emphesis put more on motorcycles. Not as good as the original, but At first, I didn't like this DLC. But after playing it a while, I can agree that it was well done for what it is. I was against the typical moto-club atmosphere, but you get past that after a short while. I won't waste too much time BS'in, if you liked the regular game, this is an extention to it, with the emphesis put more on motorcycles. Not as good as the original, but more than you get from some other downloads close to this price.… Expand
  2. starmario123
    Apr 27, 2011
    10
    10/10 = Masterpiece = This is DLC?? I could've sworn it was a new GTA game and a masterful one at that.
  3. Bill
    Jan 3, 2010
    10
    Worth it based on the fact that the game lasts roughly 7 hours for only $20 with new online modes when another expansion (Halo:ODST) lasted roughly 4 hours and retailed for $60 with no new online except the horde-like firefight.
  4. SJ555
    Jul 18, 2012
    8
    Liked the new bike mechanics .... voice acting did great job .. story sucks but dialogues are great .... Dunno why i feel that AI of gang members are stupid or weak ..... not as great as GTA 4 .. but good DLC
  5. PolisKanin
    Mar 8, 2014
    9
    The start of this game is not good, however towards the end it becomes great. A slight problem is the lack of missions. There are not a lot of missions, so the game's story doesn't last as long as Gay Tony or IV.
  6. Post_Cursed
    May 2, 2022
    8
    Historia: 10/10
    Sonido: 8/10
    Jugabilidad: 9/10
    Graficos: 7/10
    Duración: 10/10
    Total: 8.8
    DLC con una historia cautivadora y excelente
  7. RafaelD.
    Feb 18, 2009
    10
    The greatest DLC ever launched 20 bucks you get a new game.
  8. BrianS.
    Feb 18, 2009
    9
    For the price, you can't go wrong with this download. $20 nets you around 10 hours of play time, not including all of the extra things you can do in the city. You have 50 seagulls to kill, along with a bunch of other side missions. The acting is excellent, as usual, and the controls of the bikes have been improved a lot. If you're looking to relight the fire in your GTA:IV For the price, you can't go wrong with this download. $20 nets you around 10 hours of play time, not including all of the extra things you can do in the city. You have 50 seagulls to kill, along with a bunch of other side missions. The acting is excellent, as usual, and the controls of the bikes have been improved a lot. If you're looking to relight the fire in your GTA:IV relationship, this might be what you're looking for.… Expand
  9. ThomasL.
    Feb 19, 2009
    10
    Absolutley fantastic. Well worth the money.
  10. EddyB.
    Mar 4, 2009
    9
    GTAIV: TLAD is well worth the 20 dollars. I thought the story was cool for most of it, especially how they tie Johnny to Niko. However, i was waiting for something REALLY BIG at the end, but I was extremely disappointed with the ending. I also wish it was longer, but then again, it's only 20 dollars.
  11. BenJ.
    Feb 18, 2009
    10
    Concerned that some of these negative reviews don't actually cite anything to do with the game. Strikes me that nobody who wasn't already a fan of GTA IV would unknowingly download this, and if you enjoyed that game, this adds a myriad of riches to an already masterful game. Storytelling is fantastic, with the plot cleverly weaved around the main game Pulp Fiction-style. Concerned that some of these negative reviews don't actually cite anything to do with the game. Strikes me that nobody who wasn't already a fan of GTA IV would unknowingly download this, and if you enjoyed that game, this adds a myriad of riches to an already masterful game. Storytelling is fantastic, with the plot cleverly weaved around the main game Pulp Fiction-style. Multiplayer adds many more options to an already great package, and the new vehicles, music, tv, internet and weapons add colour. Of course, I wouldn't want to suggest Metacritic may be falling victim to jaelous PS3 fanboy gerrymanders or anything like that... but I can't see how anyone could give this less than a 7. The ONLY negative points to this game are price and (to a lesser extent) same ol' mission structure. Then again, Tetris has the "same ol' mission structure and I'll still happily play that!… Expand
  12. b3t3l
    Feb 18, 2009
    10
    After a couple of hours play i can tell you it's pretty much an entire new game, if you didn't like gta4 then you probably won't like this. for gta fans it's manna from heaven. my tip ... ignore the user score for any high profile game on 360 or ps3, some people have nothing better to do.
  13. Cheezburgerz
    Feb 18, 2009
    10
    Greatest add-on on xbox live.
  14. GorfX.
    Feb 19, 2009
    9
    Great new characters, lots of bikes, better bike handling, more weapons, biker combat, it's mint!!
  15. B.N.
    Feb 20, 2009
    9
    Awesome value for the quality and quantity of content. it's not just another multiplayer map-pack like some other AAA titles. rockstar continues to deliver to their fans.
  16. SanzeeBoy
    Mar 14, 2009
    9
    To put it simple, The Lost and The Damned is awesome. As an expansion pack, it maintains that GTA-feel, glorifying not only its parent-game, but the entire series itself. The game's length, new features, and added side missions make this title worth well more than twenty dollars. As a stand-alone game... well, the fact that it actually felt like a stand-alone game is absolutely To put it simple, The Lost and The Damned is awesome. As an expansion pack, it maintains that GTA-feel, glorifying not only its parent-game, but the entire series itself. The game's length, new features, and added side missions make this title worth well more than twenty dollars. As a stand-alone game... well, the fact that it actually felt like a stand-alone game is absolutely incredible. The story, gameplay, and overall experience was... like a stand-alone game! But slightly shorter than most. So if it's so incredible, why did I give it a 9? It's the greatest expansion pack known to man... but as a stand-alone game, it's just "great". It's on the line between expansion and stand-alone, but closer to stand-alone. I had to be fair and judge it as both. One score as expansion, one score as stand-alone. 9 is the answer. Now play this game!… Expand
  17. Nick
    Mar 29, 2009
    8
    I liked this a lot; I really felt like I got my money's worth. Though at the same time, I felt like it was just more of the same, but I was more than happy with it. It has been one of the best add-on's that I've gotten since I've had my 360 that hasn't later turned out to be free (i.e., like the halo map packs.
  18. EricH
    Jun 3, 2009
    9
    Best thing about TLAD? The cell phone isn't ringing off the hook with Roman wanting to go bowling while I'm in the middle of a firefight.
  19. CiaranG
    Aug 20, 2009
    10
    An absolute blast. Lot's of fun, lots of action. Great missions and good storyline. It's lengthy enough, especially when you include the side-missions, which are good too. The Lost and the Damned moves on from the often boring and monotonous missions in the main game and your biker mates don't harass you by phoning you all the time like they did in the main game.
  20. AlexTessler
    Feb 17, 2009
    10
    For the price, it's excellent. It's basically like an entirely new game for only $20 bucks. Excellent DLC.
  21. InvaderPhlegm
    Feb 17, 2009
    10
    Fans of the series or fan of the genre, are going to love this package - plain and simple. I've been playing it for several hours now, and the numerous improvements they have made to this package;' everything from the superior handling of bikes, the new weapon arsenal, the grittier new look to the graphics, the new sound track, the new Road Rash inspired online modes, or even Fans of the series or fan of the genre, are going to love this package - plain and simple. I've been playing it for several hours now, and the numerous improvements they have made to this package;' everything from the superior handling of bikes, the new weapon arsenal, the grittier new look to the graphics, the new sound track, the new Road Rash inspired online modes, or even just sitting back watching new sketches at the comedy club or a new episode of Republican Space Rangers on the TV; it's all good and it's all a marked improvement over the original. The more I play this, the more I am saddened that eventually it will come to an end. But I guess with at least one more downloadable chapter coming later this year, if they apply the same level of detail and care to it, then it is not so bad when this one finally comes to an end - I'll still have plenty more GTA to look forward in a few months. If you are not a fan, then do not bother. But if you love GTA and you love the open world, sandbox genre of videogames in general, then it really does not get better than this, and you owe it to yourself to pay the measly $20 for this package. This is how DLC should be done, and with luck the future of videogames, not just from Rockstar, but from all game developers, will feature DLC on this level of innovation and love for the customer who purchased the original game. This package is the new gold standard for DLC, is simply how things should always be, and should be considered by every other developer/publisher out there, the base model for how DLC should be handled. Definitely, the best $20 you are likely to have spent on videogames in years.… Expand
  22. JuhB.
    Feb 18, 2009
    10
    A work of art, endlessly expanding upon the original installment. With a revamped arsenal, updated content (think cabaret and comedy club) and a brand new cast who all are equally as engrossing as the original niko bellic. This is a steal at 20$ and you'd have to be crazy not to pick this one up.
  23. SimonH.
    Feb 18, 2009
    10
    Superb production values, solid missions, rebalanced bike physics and bike racing with baseball bats. Brilliant fun and a bargain at 1600 points. There are places where this outshines the main game.
  24. JW
    Feb 18, 2009
    9
    The DLC rocks so far. The cut scenes are a riot and are worth watching. The bikes are sweet and are a bit easier to ride. Apparently there aren't any helis in free mode. (bummer) The grainy screen is taking time to get used to, but in some instances it makes the game look like a low down and dirty biker movie, which is cool. Rockstar will completely miss the boat tho if they do not The DLC rocks so far. The cut scenes are a riot and are worth watching. The bikes are sweet and are a bit easier to ride. Apparently there aren't any helis in free mode. (bummer) The grainy screen is taking time to get used to, but in some instances it makes the game look like a low down and dirty biker movie, which is cool. Rockstar will completely miss the boat tho if they do not introduce serious war machines with future DLCs (heli with rockets and or door-mounted gatlin gun, military humvee with top mounted gatlin gun, etc.) All in all, I want to call in sick and play L&D all day!… Expand
  25. Chuck
    Feb 18, 2009
    10
    Better than the main storyline, I really enjoyed playing through with a crazy as shit biker gang breaking into everything from safe houses to prisons, holy balls this game is fun and completely worth the $20
  26. TerryPhillips
    Feb 25, 2009
    10
    No downloading game, let alone downloadable content for a retail game has ever come close to this level of conent. 10-12 hours of new story, new radio channels, songs, multiplayer mode...etc... If you like GTA4, you will love this... Ignore the lower "user" score, it's mostly fanboys from other consoles trying to pee in the cheerios.
  27. ReykjavikIceland
    May 7, 2009
    9
    I felt this was nice expansion. The game didn't need it, but it got it, and I was impressed. It was about 6 hours long, the story was nice and fun, the bikes are pretty much all the same, and the new weapons were freakin terrific. The automatic shotgun? Adding that to anything would make it golden. Can't wait for the next expansion. Rockstar always delivers.
  28. [anonymous]
    Nov 1, 2009
    8
    If you thought GTA4 needed to be a couple ten hours longer, this one's for you. There are a few new stuff like bike races and calling in friends for back up but other than the story, missions, and songs, it's more of the same, except for the new grain filter which makes it even darker at night time if you could believe that. Also the cell phone which was present in GTA4 is still If you thought GTA4 needed to be a couple ten hours longer, this one's for you. There are a few new stuff like bike races and calling in friends for back up but other than the story, missions, and songs, it's more of the same, except for the new grain filter which makes it even darker at night time if you could believe that. Also the cell phone which was present in GTA4 is still there, and it's about time I realized that, realistic as it is, it makes life a lot more difficult. If the dozens of car crashes we hear abbout on the news don't prove it, this game will confirm that TEXTING BEHIND THE WHEEL GETS YOU CRASHING!! Speaking of driving, Johnny (the mc) doesn't fall off of bicicles as easily as Niko does. Also, they thankfully took out the friends system, which bugged me about GTA4. Lastly, this game lacks achievements and trophies. I know that I said it's more of the same, which is true, but why can't I unlock achievements for GTA4 when playing this? There aren't even any unique ones for online. Considering this game is $20, and $40 behind Gay Tony, this is definatly worth way more than what it's charging! I'd check it out if you liked GTA4. One more thing: this game is very difficult!… Expand
  29. TheUnknownStranger
    Oct 29, 2009
    10
    The gameplay was improved and cleaned up. If you got the disc it fixes the framerate problem that the original GTA IV had. If you downloaded it from XBL you would still had to play it off GTA IV disc. The story good and so is the voice acting. It is truly worthy for you to get.
  30. JohnL.
    Feb 18, 2009
    10
    The Lost and Damned is easily the best DLC expansion of all time. There is so much content that it peaked the file size limit that is permitted for DLC on Xbox LIVE. This episode will give you more gameplay and content than most full games will. The Lost and Damned adds the following to GTA IV: - 15 hours of new storyline missions that intersect with Niko's story in interesting ways The Lost and Damned is easily the best DLC expansion of all time. There is so much content that it peaked the file size limit that is permitted for DLC on Xbox LIVE. This episode will give you more gameplay and content than most full games will. The Lost and Damned adds the following to GTA IV: - 15 hours of new storyline missions that intersect with Niko's story in interesting ways that are sure to please fans - Over 20 new vehicles, including tons of new motorcycles - Improved motorcycle handling and physics - New weapons, including a grenade launcher and auto shotgun - Over 50 new tracks on the radio in addition to new radio DJs - 6 new multiplayer modes - Bike races with the ability to knock other riders off their bikes with a baseball bat - Gang wars - New mini games, including air hockey and arm wrestling - 50 seagulls to find and kill, in place of the pigeons from the original game - New buildings and interiors to enter, including the Lost clubhouse - A new filter that makes the city look more gritty and fits with the theme of the game - New achievements The presentation is amazing. The game feels, and has obviously been treated, as a brand new gam rather than an expansion. The voice acting and cutscenes are top notch as usual, possibly even better than in the main GTA IV game. The Lost and Damned has more content than probably any other game coming out this February, and it is easily the best release this month. Getting 100% in The Lost and Damned could take upwards of 25 to 35 hours. And then there is the multiplayer. This episode is worth every penny!… Expand
  31. SamF.
    Feb 18, 2009
    9
    For $20 its alot of content. new weapons, bikes, bike physics, story . They could have put all the improved physics in the original to. and added some areas.
  32. StevenJ.
    Feb 23, 2009
    9
    I really liked this game add on. It really is more emotional than some of the professional reviewers said it was. I found it riveting and it's many quests and extra games added to the overall GTA experience. The carrying over of the new weapons and the fact that the story is just a little worse than the Niko story makes this, in my mind, a nine. Amazing and worth a look for any GTA fan.
  33. xZippy
    Dec 9, 2012
    8
    Almost like a brand new game, but shorter. It seems like Rockstar never runs out of fuel when creating new settings, new characters and plots. The story holds up perfectly, even when blending into the story line of GTA4 and The Ballad of Gay Tony.
  34. tjacobs38
    Oct 31, 2012
    8
    Great expansion pack to an already fantastic game. The use of intertwining roles was awesome, as well as giving the player a new look on the main games events. Low replay value but still worth the money and time.
  35. ITZZZPERRY
    May 15, 2017
    9
    Grand Theft Auto IV: The Lost and Damned is a great expansion for the already great Grand Theft Auto IV. It tells an interesting story that runs simulataneous to the main game. Everything plays just as good, too. The addition of checkpoints also makes this even better.
  36. motleycruefan
    Mar 12, 2014
    10
    This game is really fun. There are new weapons, and there's a new story line. Its amazing. This game should have been a ballad, because it is like a ballad. Always sad. My opinion, this game is amazing and deserves better.
  37. AndreiKiller98
    Mar 24, 2014
    10
    THE BEST DLC EVER MADE...better than tbogt and even better than the original game....this dlc is more fun than gta iv or tlad..the missions are cool and the side missions (gang wars) are AWESOM...honestly i wished that TLAD was the main game and the Niko part was a DLC
  38. LatinCritic13
    Jul 11, 2020
    9
    Set during the events of Grand Theft Auto IV, Johnny Klebitz, a big bad Biker man is taking through the mean streets of Liberty City with The Lost MC and his story says it all.
  39. PlayShack
    Jul 14, 2015
    9
    One of the best story in the series. As you progress, you find out that the story is more complex than you thought. The characters are fun, but it takes a while to get used to them.
  40. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    This DLC is an excellent addition to the main game. It serves as a side story to Niko Bellic's adventures and features a gritty "Sons of Anarchy" vibe. Fans will love the new characters, weapons and missions. In addition, there are new online multiplayer modes included on this. A must have for fans of the series.
  41. Silverpool
    Nov 9, 2018
    8
    Jugabilidad: Bien. Historia: Bien. Misiones: Bien.Jugabilidad: Bien. Historia: Bien. Misiones: Bien. Personajes: Muy bien. Ambientación: Muy bien. Animación: Bien. Banda sonora: Muy bien. Físicas: Bien. Efectos de sonido: Bien. Cinemáticas: Bien. Gráficos: Bien.… Expand
  42. Nameless2131
    Feb 6, 2020
    9
    9/10 ..............................................................................................................................
  43. Alexander_1996
    Oct 31, 2020
    9
    "It's time to get serious"
    I rated it 10/10 because it has everything GTA IV lacked: a coherent and consistent story and more interesting and positive characters (in the main story it felt like you are surrounded only with scumbags). The missions are much more innovative and actually hard - expect to spend up to 90 minutes only on one of them trying to complete time and time again. The    "It's time to get serious"
    I rated it 10/10 because it has everything GTA IV lacked: a coherent and consistent story and more interesting and positive characters (in the main story it felt like you are surrounded only with scumbags). The missions are much more innovative and actually hard - expect to spend up to 90 minutes only on one of them trying to complete time and time again. The cut scenes got even better, I think, and you can clearly see the improvement in the visuals.
    P.S. Okay, after some time I decided to lower the score down to 9 because no matter how good the DLC is it is still DLC. I think the shorter a game is the easier it is to make it fun through out the whole walkthrough. It would be unfair to rate The Lost And Damned add-on higher than GTA IV just because it is more consistent and fun. The Liberty City which was introduced in the main game and the original plot is what made it possible for this DLC to shine as bright as it did. Considering all of that to rate these games equally would be the most appropriate decision.    … Expand
  44. psmoon21
    Feb 8, 2021
    10
    One of the best expansions in the history of video games. It's even better than some full games.

    We are part of a biker gang with many problems of all kinds inside and outside their gang. Jhonny klebitz may seem like a character a bit without charisma but he is a brother, a partner and with time you will feel inside his story. We will know the story of Johnny and how it complements    One of the best expansions in the history of video games. It's even better than some full games.

    We are part of a biker gang with many problems of all kinds inside and outside their gang. Jhonny klebitz may seem like a character a bit without charisma but he is a brother, a partner and with time you will feel inside his story.

    We will know the story of Johnny and how it complements that of niko and will help us understand the plot of gta iv that is even more complicated than it seemed

    Regarding gta iv we find new vehicles and motorcycles, this time with improved driving on motorcycles. New songs, a grainy filter to the screens that can be turned off, new trophies and achievements and mini-games among other things.

    He also added some news and modes to the online    … Expand
  45. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 28, 2021
    8
    Atmosphere: 8
    Enjoyment: 7
    Gameplay: 8
    Graphics: 8
    Music: 9
    Story: 7
    Total: 7.83
  46. Mako_Hog
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
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  47. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!

Awards & Rankings

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#6 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2009
14
#14 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2009
10
#10 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2009

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 79 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 79
  3. Negative: 0 out of 79
  1. Kikizo
    90
    It's without a doubt one of the best downloadable game expansions ever made, and a truly worthy addition to one of (if not the) defining title of this generation to date.
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  2. Cynamite
    100
    This is how DLC’s got to be. Over 20 new missions, new characters, new weapons and save points during missions (finally!) make this an extraordinary add on for an extraordinary game. Sadly it’s exclusive for 360.
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  3. Meristation
    90
    Live to ride, ride to live. Lost & Damned is finally out with a bunch of new goodies that'll take the DLCs to a new level compared to what we've seen so far on this generation of consoles. Johny Klebitz is a very interesting character that resembles the style of Niko Bellic --not much talking but definitely a lot of action in a complete and fully new GTA experience. New multiplayer modes, weapons, primary and secondary missions and hours of joy in a new benchmark for the DLC.
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