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  1. Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Memorable, it really made a revolution the day it was released, great characters, great graphics, everything was great, just made by Rockstar
  2. Sep 6, 2023
    9
    Grand Theft Auto IV was a technical marvel at the time of release, and boasts a physics engine that has seldom been topped in the sixteen years since it's release. Gone are the cartoony visuals of the previous three games in the series (for better or worse), but the realism they were going for was pulled off surprisingly well for a video game that released all the way back in 2007.

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    Grand Theft Auto IV was a technical marvel at the time of release, and boasts a physics engine that has seldom been topped in the sixteen years since it's release. Gone are the cartoony visuals of the previous three games in the series (for better or worse), but the realism they were going for was pulled off surprisingly well for a video game that released all the way back in 2007.

    The story and characters, while not my personal favorite, are among the best and most interesting that Rockstar has ever created. I've always thought of GTA IV as a sort of spiritual successor to GTA III (as GTA V would later be to San Andreas) and in that regard it's an absolute home run. When "The Lost and The Damned" and "The Ballad of Gay Tony" are added in to the mix, it's not hard to see why people hold this entry in such high regard. The only thing that holds it back from being a perfect 10 in my book is that the gritty, realistic tone often keeps it from being as fun as it really should be.
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  3. Sep 6, 2023
    10
    Still one of the best games ever made, amazing characters, open world, and story.
  4. Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!
  5. Aug 26, 2023
    9
    Grand Theft Auto IV tem uma das melhores histórias da franquia, uma gameplay realista, mesmo que em alguns momentos frustrante, excelentes personagens. Ele peca um pouco no seu mundo aberto sem muita coisa para se fazer, história se arrasta um pouco, mas nada que lhe afaste seu interesse da história. GTA IV é uma obra prima da geração do Xbox 360 e PS3
  6. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    5
    Very boring, uninspired, souless, and shallow. I played it because i was bored, and the moment i had anything else to play, i would drop this.
  7. Aug 19, 2023
    10
    (2010/2023) En su momento fue uno de los juegos que mas deseaba tener en mi vida lo jugue 2 años despues de su lanzamiento en XBOX 360 he incluso despues de acabarlo lo seguia disfrutando con tan solo el simple hecho de andar por alli de fiesta con los amigos de niko, Ahora en 2023 me lo he comprado para el Xbox Series S para jugar sus expansiones y la verdad se sigue sintiendo igual de(2010/2023) En su momento fue uno de los juegos que mas deseaba tener en mi vida lo jugue 2 años despues de su lanzamiento en XBOX 360 he incluso despues de acabarlo lo seguia disfrutando con tan solo el simple hecho de andar por alli de fiesta con los amigos de niko, Ahora en 2023 me lo he comprado para el Xbox Series S para jugar sus expansiones y la verdad se sigue sintiendo igual de divertido jugarlo un 10/10

    ▪️Gráficos 10/10
    ▪️Jugabilidad 10/10(apesar que muchos no le gustan sus fisicas yo las amoooo)
    ▪️Sonido 10/10(dios tanto el sonido de los disparos, la ambientacion y sus emisoras esta super increible)
    ▪️Innovación 10/10(uno de los juegos mas innovadores en su momento)
    ▪️Historia 10/10
    ▪️Diversión 10/10
    ▪️Total 10/10
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  8. Aug 16, 2023
    4
    GTA is the same game recycled over and over just like cod and many more these days. Anything in GTA series should not even be close to a ninety. San Andreas maybe because it brought a lot of new and fresh ideas. Still same old game though
  9. May 21, 2023
    10
    It has the best story and physics engine in the series.
    Still the best gta game.
  10. Jul 17, 2023
    9
    This game is a masterpiece quite fun to play! the freedom this games gives you is amazing... you can climb, drive, fly, steal, kill, run from the cops and pretty much anything you want! the story is one of the best i have seen in a video game, the main character is so charimatic too, i could rate this game a 10 but there are 2 things i hate about this game, one if the Physics and theThis game is a masterpiece quite fun to play! the freedom this games gives you is amazing... you can climb, drive, fly, steal, kill, run from the cops and pretty much anything you want! the story is one of the best i have seen in a video game, the main character is so charimatic too, i could rate this game a 10 but there are 2 things i hate about this game, one if the Physics and the controls, the controls are HORRIBLE BIG TIME, if you spend a lot of time playing this game on Xbox Live you would know what i am saying... some times the slightest move on the stick your char will do what the hell it wants, also the physics make the gameplay SLOW... i MEAN IT, sometimes you feel like everything is in slow motion.

    But still one of the greatest games i have ever played. My individual score for GTA4 is 96 out of 100.
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  11. Jul 4, 2023
    7
    While GTA makes use of the Xbox 360's far superior technical specs to create an amazing elaborate and lifelike city to roam around, the lack of likeable characters and sense of humour make it far less fun to play than the PS2 GTA games. Technically very impressive, but ti's yet another case of developers prioritising realism over fun.
  12. Jul 3, 2023
    10
    This game is still number one today to play now that people are pretty much tired of GTA V this one has more stuff that GTA V is missing in the physics are funny even though the driving controls is trash but the game looks and feels more realistic than GTA V and of course the online servers for GTA IV is going strong nowadays even at 3am they’re still up
  13. Jul 1, 2023
    10
    Juegaso buena historia buenos personajes y la jugabilidad no está nada mal no entiendo porque ay gente que dice que es malo
  14. Jun 23, 2023
    10
    El mejor GTA creado hasta la fecha. Increíble lo cruda y grúa historia que cuenta. 10/10
  15. Jun 10, 2023
    10
    the best game and most realistic GTA ever I played I love this game so much , the game physics , game play , story and every thing is almost perfect
  16. Jun 6, 2023
    9
    A good review is an honest and thoughtful assessment of a product, service, or experience. It should provide detailed information about the features and benefits of the item being reviewed, as well as any potential drawbacks or limitations. A good review should be objective and fair, taking into account both positive and negative aspects of the item. It should also be well-written, clear,A good review is an honest and thoughtful assessment of a product, service, or experience. It should provide detailed information about the features and benefits of the item being reviewed, as well as any potential drawbacks or limitations. A good review should be objective and fair, taking into account both positive and negative aspects of the item. It should also be well-written, clear, and concise, making it easy for readers to understand and follow. Ultimately, a good review should help readers make informed decisions about whether or not to purchase the item being reviewed. Expand
  17. Jun 3, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Every Gta game makes you live in the "American Dream", Gta IV makes you question the "American Dream". With its gritty, dark, story and massive New York City-inspired map, Liberty City. A Yugoslavian War Veteran whose past consisted of selling, beating, and killing people and children arrives to Liberty City for a fresh new start, But after his cousin is beat-up by Loan-Sharks, his life changes forever as he has to repay the debt of his cousin by turning to the criminal underworld. In GTA IV, you will experience betrayal by the people you think are your closest friends, you will betray people yourself who are your "close friends" and you will have an arsenal of weapons and cars to mess around with in an Ugly, dark, city like Liberty City with the Euphoria Engine Physics. It's a castle for the rich, and a wooden shack for the poor which your character will go through these changes. Have fun in this game, but remember. Trust no one, and this isn't your typical American Dream... Expand
  18. May 13, 2023
    8
    This game is a masterpiece because of Its Beautiful graphics, Extremely well designed map, The atmosphere is on point, Very dark story with well made characters and of course perfect body physics and car physics - 8/10
  19. May 9, 2023
    9
    Muy bueno, ya que posee una historia muy buena igual que sus expansiones, es divertido de jugar y me gustan sus personajes, físicas y los gráficos me parecen buenos para la época. Me encanta mucho espero que le hagan un remaster o algo parecido para volverlo a disfrutar y en Next-Gen. Juegazo como los de Rockstar
  20. May 5, 2023
    10
    best game I've ever played. Helped me soo much in my depression ass time in high school
  21. May 5, 2023
    10
    Grand Theft Auto IV is a game that needs no introduction. it's been wowing gamers for over a decade now and for good reason.
    This game is a true masterpiece.
    Firstly, the storyline is incredible. The character development is exceptional. The gameplay is top-notch as well. The controls are smooth and responsive, making it easy to navigate the bustling city streets. Whether you're
    Grand Theft Auto IV is a game that needs no introduction. it's been wowing gamers for over a decade now and for good reason.
    This game is a true masterpiece.

    Firstly, the storyline is incredible. The character development is exceptional.

    The gameplay is top-notch as well.
    The controls are smooth and responsive, making it easy to navigate the bustling city streets. Whether you're driving a car, flying a helicopter, or just running around on foot, the gameplay is always engaging and fun.

    The open-world environment is also worth mentioning.
    Liberty City is a living, breathing world that feels like it's alive with activity. You can explore the city at your own pace, taking on side missions and discovering all the hidden secrets the city has to offer.

    Of course, no review would be complete without mentioning the humor. The game is absolutely hilarious, with witty dialogue and hilarious situations that will have you laughing out loud.

    All in all, Grand Theft Auto IV is a must-play game. With its engaging storyline, top-notch gameplay, and hilarious humor, it's easy to see why this game has become a classic in the gaming world.
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  22. Apr 13, 2023
    8
    When I first played GTA 4 I was amazed by the graphics and the new physics engine, the game felt so realistic and Liberty City looked awesome.
    The story of Niko Bellic is one of the best in the franchise, they did a really good job.
    Niko is one of my favourite GTA characters after CJ from San Andreas.
  23. Mar 21, 2023
    9
    This is SUCH a great game that really stood the test of its time. But i don’t think it’s not as great as reviewers like IGN (who gave it a 10 out of 10), but it was great because it was the only GTA on the 360 at the time.
  24. Mar 18, 2023
    0
    this isnt gta5 wtf‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  25. Feb 28, 2023
    7
    Some games age well, others do not. This one is somewhere in the middle. It is painful gameplay wise, but it is good in a sense of the characters and the world that you can interact with. If you can handle clunky controls, then its a fun time.
  26. Feb 16, 2023
    8
    this game is like my home land, or, im not niko tho :P like– wow, this game came out in 2009?! and its fantastic?! this game really deserved a GOTY award.. seriously..
  27. Jan 31, 2023
    10
    car go vroom so i am happy vroom vroom beep beep vroom vroom beep beep vroom vroom beep beep
  28. Jan 29, 2023
    10
    Melhor Gta de todos os tempos sem duvida alguma... Enredo espetacular... jogo com fisica excelente e realista. Mesmo tendo jogado o gta5
  29. Jan 29, 2023
    10
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  30. Jan 26, 2023
    10
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 10
Metascore
98

Universal acclaim - based on 86 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 86
  3. Negative: 0 out of 86
  1. It's got a world you believe in, a cast you care about and a script stuffed with brilliant moments... Utterly stunning in every resepct. [May 2008, p.79]
  2. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    98
    Rockstar have surpassed themselves, delivering unquestionably the definitive GTA and perhaps the greatest videogame of all time. [June 2008]
  3. 100
    I could go on and on about why Grand Theft Auto IV is one of the best games we've ever seen and why even folks who are easily offended should play it, but that would be pointless. The only thing you need to know is that you have to play this game. Period.