Saints Row IV

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  1. FrankCreeper
    Jul 11, 2023
    8
    Its the same city with cool new mechanics funny as his predecessor the amoung of meme are insane in this game...the graphic and plot are ok is a cool sequel of an amazing saga P.S. (I Played on PS3/PS4 and XBOX360)
  2. gab_izidio
    Feb 4, 2021
    8
    Saints Row IV - 8.5 / 10 {highly recommend}

    Just a crazy game in every way that makes you laugh and have fun all the time, being an open world like GTA, but with Earth being invaded by aliens, and you have varied powers that can improve.
    It is a unique experience that you cannot miss, and you can be sure that you will laugh a lot.
  3. Gerardo2004
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Bellissimo! LO CONSIGLIO A CHIUNQUE!! CORRI A COMPRARLO!!! MUOVITI CHE NON COSTA NIENTE!!
  4. Broyax
    Apr 17, 2017
    8
    Saints Row 3 était déjà un sommet du divin n'importe quoi, un merveilleux foutoir et un joyeux bordel et on ne pensait pas qu'il fut possible d'aller encore plus loin... mais impossible n'est pas Volition ! cette fois avec les pouvoirs d'un super-héros, le jeu est encore plus drôle et débile !

    Autant les GTA sont chiants, autant les SR sont marrants (sauf le tout premier, clone raté de    Saints Row 3 était déjà un sommet du divin n'importe quoi, un merveilleux foutoir et un joyeux bordel et on ne pensait pas qu'il fut possible d'aller encore plus loin... mais impossible n'est pas Volition ! cette fois avec les pouvoirs d'un super-héros, le jeu est encore plus drôle et débile !

    Autant les GTA sont chiants, autant les SR sont marrants (sauf le tout premier, clone raté de GTA 3) et ce n'est pas au détriment du gameplay lui-même, parfaitement calibré dans ce Saints Row 4. Toujours cette personnalisation de son personnage très poussée (on peut jouer une fille, on est pas mysogine chez Volition...) et une partie "jeu de rôle" (entre guillemets) puisque les caractéristiques et pouvoirs évoluent selon notre expérience et notre bon vouloir.

    Certes tout n'est pas idyllique : ça reste assez moche, ça rame pas mal (un GTA aussi cela dit) et presque toute l'aventure se passe la nuit... Sans compter les 5 plantages en à peu près 30h de jeu... La campagne connaît également quelques passages à vide mais comme le grand final est à la hauteur et que les activités (presque toutes inédites) sont très inventives, on pardonne volontiers.    … Expand
  5. NintendoEver
    Oct 30, 2016
    10
    é o auge da insanidade! mas isso é ruim? não necessariamente, pra quem gosta de coisas bizarras,diferentes,divertidas... vai adorar esse jogo. o jogo é muito ridículo de tão divertido que ele é. vale a pena. saints row 4 se tornou o pai dos jogos sem noções!
  6. TheQuietGamer
    May 7, 2016
    9
    Saints Row: The Third was a crazy game. This sequel tops it's predecessor with new forms of absurdity. With superpowers, aliens, and hilarious parodies of other video games it's an absolute over-the-top, laugh riot. Develop Volition gives us a huge playground to goof off in and filled it with toys. The results are wonderful. This is easily one of the most satisfying open-world gamingSaints Row: The Third was a crazy game. This sequel tops it's predecessor with new forms of absurdity. With superpowers, aliens, and hilarious parodies of other video games it's an absolute over-the-top, laugh riot. Develop Volition gives us a huge playground to goof off in and filled it with toys. The results are wonderful. This is easily one of the most satisfying open-world gaming experiences I have ever had.

    The action is incredibly satisfying. The gunplay is perfect, the powers are exciting, and the destruction is glorious. You're given so many ways to cause havoc that every fight feels different. The game gives you plenty of reasons to try out everything.

    This is due to a satisfying progression loop. You're constantly being rewarded for everything you do. New powers and weapons are constantly opening up as you progress through the story and side-missions. As you tackle optional objectives you get even more and the ability to upgrade what you do have. This constant sense of achievement I got from watching my character grow and get more powerful the deep I dove into the game kept me going back to complete as much as possible. These objectives are so satisfyingly made and fun that I enjoyed every second of it.

    I also love the game's sense of customization. You character's appearance, clothes, weapons, vehicles, and more can be altered to look however you want. Mix that with game's sense of humor and refusal to take itself seriously and you get some awesome and hilarious options. This tone is really infectious as well. So much so that when the game gave me the option to paint my machine guns pink with white polka dots I didn't hesitate.

    The powers really do change the game. Flying across the city is a blast. The things like super jumps and speed make traversing this familiar city (it's the same setting as the previous game) feel new and exciting again. Powers like telekinesis and ice blasts complement the core combat mechanics well adding new flair to already fun fights. Admittedly these new powers do at times clash with some of the series returning elements. Why should I customize cars to my liking when the game let's me run faster than them anyway. That being said I'm not about to complain about their inclusion as they turn Saints Row IV into something even more amazing than previous entries. Just know that some elements are going to get pushed to the side due to their inclusion.

    I can't praise the writing enough. The characters new and old are just as lovable as ever. The game kept me regularly laughing with spot-on parodies and self-aware sense of humor. The plot itself is even compelling thanks to a strong villain. It's got laughs a plenty and even some heart here and there.

    Outside of some glitches here and there and the previously mentioned clashing of some elements, Saints Row IV is an all around success. One that's darn near perfect. With a constant sense of progression, excellent writing, fun mission variety, and just all around tightly made gameplay ensure that there is plenty of reason to give this game a shot. The series has never been stronger in my opinion. So much so that I don't know how Volition is going to be able to top it. Saints Row IV is just that good. It's brimming with imagination, humor, and most importantly fun. You'd be hard pressed to find a more addictive and satisfying open-world experience out there. It's rare to find a game this good regardless of it's genre.

    9.4/10    … Expand
  7. LesterNygard
    Jan 5, 2016
    9
    After a long bad day everything you need is some 80's Rock and superpowers.Sharp writing and fun plot.If you are looking for a serious game this is not it.I love frickin everything about it.
  8. GamingGuy
    Feb 20, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Compare Saints Row: The Third to Saints Row IV. Saints Row: The Third was alright. Saints Row IV is basically a lot better than the third one. If you read my last review on the third saints row then you read that game specifically is for the laid back gamers. This game is the same thing. But this game was a lot of fun due to like being superman in a simulated world which is different from real life. Only two problems with the game. One is making the leader of the third street saints the president of the US and changing the white house to some party house with politicians smoking weed, drinking beer, and watching the strippers in the second mission cutscene. Next thing is bringing back Benjamin King from the first Saints Row which is the leader of the Vice Kings.So now to the positive aspects of the game. When your not doing the main quests or side quests, you basically jump around and fly around a simulated Steelport taking over the world by pretty much crashing the program that was created by Zinyak. There seems to be a lot of negative reviews about this game so this a must say. This game wasn't made for serious gamers, this was made for fun. So take that to mind before writing a review. I understand we all have different opinions. But is it really necessary to tell someone that they are not a saints row fan because they like this specific game?! I think comments like that isn't necessary at all. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion!! Now with that being said, the superpowers basically is a ton of fun!! A Dubstep gun was awesome, it was hilarious when everybody got out of their cars and the people walking on the sidewalks just started dancing. So this is one game I can't take serious like I do with Call of Duty because Saints Row IV was a lot of fun.… Expand
  9. DoUEvnLft
    Sep 30, 2014
    9
    A really fun little experience, a definite step up from Saints Row: The Third, but also a big step away from the Saints Row franchise. If Volition wants to bring the Saints Row franchise away from it's roots, then I'd much prefer if they did it this way than what they did with Saints Row: The Third.
  10. ethanvenzin
    Jul 25, 2014
    9
    This game is different than other saints row games and other sandbox games because this game truly gets the meaning of games,it's supposed to be fun and not realistic it's a game not real life
    But a realistic graphics,motions,and other things is needed too and this game gives you that but not so great and the game is just pure awesome and fun with this new superpower thing i just had a    This game is different than other saints row games and other sandbox games because this game truly gets the meaning of games,it's supposed to be fun and not realistic it's a game not real life
    But a realistic graphics,motions,and other things is needed too and this game gives you that but not so great and the game is just pure awesome and fun with this new superpower thing i just had a blast with this game    … Expand
  11. Phil133
    Jul 6, 2014
    8
    More saints row madness which is definitely a good thing. I think this game put many off because of the super power elements but i felt they were something new to differentiate it from Saints row 3.
  12. HaloFever
    Jun 19, 2014
    9
    "Saints Row IV" is a great game. It has the Dubstep Gun and super powers and that should be enough. I highly recommend playing it. The parody of gaming is spot-on and welcome. The tough question is whether it is better or worse than "Saints Row the Third". Everyone knows "Saints Row IV" started as extra content for "Saints Row the Third" and then was spun into into owns game instead. Much"Saints Row IV" is a great game. It has the Dubstep Gun and super powers and that should be enough. I highly recommend playing it. The parody of gaming is spot-on and welcome. The tough question is whether it is better or worse than "Saints Row the Third". Everyone knows "Saints Row IV" started as extra content for "Saints Row the Third" and then was spun into into owns game instead. Much of "Saints Row the Third" is recycled, such as much of the game world, vehicles, characters, and weapons. However, what little that has changed is just so fantastic, revisiting Steel City is fantastic fun.

    The story mode of the game is rather shallow. You can definitely see how this game is more of an add-on than full game. On the other hand, some of the missions are inventive for this genre. One has you in a 2-D style "Double Dragon" beat'm up. Another has your character commenting on shooting the lights in spy missions when he could just shoot the guard instead. Other revisit Saints Row history which is probably great for people who played the first two games. *shrug* Anyone who has seen the the 1980s "Transformers: The Movie" will enjoy some late game repartee between the "hero" and villain. The real special sauce is the additon of super powers, which eventually include creating a nuclear blast with a flying drop kick off a sky scraper.

    All in all, "Saints Row IV" is short for a sandbox game and burns out quickly. When you can run up buildings at 200mph, the Steel Port becomes a small city and vehicle and weapon customization become useless. Super powers are often removed main story missions, as are much of the customization. Yet, for anyone with better things to do, a short game is not a detriment. Look at the stats for GTAIV. Hardly anyone finished the game, and that's because finishing the game was a real chore. Finishing "Saints Row IV" was a joy, and though it might have low replayability, the initial run will be epic, promise!    … Expand
  13. chindawgrevews
    Feb 6, 2014
    8
    at first i dint like this game but after i got adjusted to the new style i really enjoyed it it was good
    it just goes beyond dlc bit i go back to it even though i got gta 5 because it is not even a clone now i
    if it is on sale on xbox or steam get it
  14. Inkton075
    Jan 25, 2014
    8
    This game is cheesy, but it is a lot of fun! It's definitely better than the 6 that it has. There are so many side missions and different things you can do . This game is worth a buy because you will get plenty if hrs out it. I was skeptical about the whole alien thing at first, but the super powers actually make the game more fun. I would say this game is a mix of Prototype , infamous ,This game is cheesy, but it is a lot of fun! It's definitely better than the 6 that it has. There are so many side missions and different things you can do . This game is worth a buy because you will get plenty if hrs out it. I was skeptical about the whole alien thing at first, but the super powers actually make the game more fun. I would say this game is a mix of Prototype , infamous , and GTA . If you like all of those you will love this game . The down sides are it is very cheesy , the customization of your character seems like it has not changed at all from Saints the third , the audio was never right ( I couldn't hear the main story & other parts were too loud, and the graphics are not that great. But all in all it's a fun game and worth a buy… Expand
  15. Delocation
    Dec 26, 2013
    8
    Saints have taken the office, with you, the player, becoming President. Now aliens have taken over Earth and it's your job to save the world from Zinyak, an evil alien with a love for literature.Surprisingly, the game has a lot to offer. Having superpowers is one of the highlights of the game. The downside, you are basically invincible on casual with superpowers. The weapons are unique. ISaints have taken the office, with you, the player, becoming President. Now aliens have taken over Earth and it's your job to save the world from Zinyak, an evil alien with a love for literature.Surprisingly, the game has a lot to offer. Having superpowers is one of the highlights of the game. The downside, you are basically invincible on casual with superpowers. The weapons are unique. I love how you can change the style of most of your guns, to either be a realistic weapon, or a space themed weapon varying from "star wars" style weapons and many more. Weapons can still be used in combination with your powers. A big problem is the vehicles. Vehicles are for the most part useless. Why spend 10 minutes driving a vehicle to one point instead of flying to said point in less than a minute. Sucks for the people who spent time on making the vehicle customization. Quests are still boring as can be, side quests at least. These are disguised as "quests" that are just for completing the activities around Steel port. There is an abundant amount of collectibles, including Audio Logs, Zinyak Statues, and clusters. With over 1000 clusters, you will be spending time after-game collecting these. Clusters are used to upgrade your superpowers. The writing is very good and is as funny as could be. For a game that was originally meant to be dlc for Saints Row 3, its a fun game that you will spend 10-15+ hours on.… Expand
  16. BatFat09
    Nov 21, 2013
    8
    The game is basically saints row 3 with a little more to do and super powers... and i am fine with that. The gameplay is fun, the story is compelling, and GAT is back!
  17. definegeek
    Nov 3, 2013
    9
    Saints Row IV continues an epic story line in a well-designed game. Much like it's three predecessors, this game is fun, challenging and has the perfect open-world availability I personally enjoy. They always manage to remain creative with challenges, weapons and character development.
  18. Dicklebutt
    Oct 22, 2013
    9
    I've never been a big fan of the Saints Row series. I often felt they failed with the third one. But this is different. This game is probably in my top 30 games of all time. It's fun, addictive, and there is a lot to do. The super powers, the soundtrack, and all of the funny things they add to just fits almost perfectly. Though it is fun at first, you may find yourself just trying to getI've never been a big fan of the Saints Row series. I often felt they failed with the third one. But this is different. This game is probably in my top 30 games of all time. It's fun, addictive, and there is a lot to do. The super powers, the soundtrack, and all of the funny things they add to just fits almost perfectly. Though it is fun at first, you may find yourself just trying to get yourself to the next part. I have added up about 35 hours in the game and near the end too. Though cars are pretty useless in the game and the handling does kinda suck. I give this game an 8.5 overall. And it isn't like Saint's Row 3 or a dlc.… Expand
  19. Jmsbpp
    Sep 28, 2013
    10
    Las cosas van bien pues tienen de todo Saints row 4 es uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado que hasta me atrevo a decir que supera a GTA, es una historia interesante sin enlaces raros y logra ser entretenida, Saints row 4 tiene lo que le faltaba a Deep silver par llegar a un punto mucho mas alto en los juegos
  20. Will_MK
    Sep 22, 2013
    10
    My favorite game this year! If you come to this game expecting a serious game, well your out of luck!
    Totally off the charts amusing, you'll be rolling in laughter at most points. As to gameplay, it's great. The only downpoint is that vehicles aren't really needed at all, though they can be used for a change of pace.
    I endorse this game!
  21. Scottixboy
    Sep 20, 2013
    9
    Reviews are too harsh for this, This game is great for open world fans, fans of Saints Row and Prototype will enjoy this.

    Plenty to do, plenty to unlock, which just about fixes everything wrong with SR3.
  22. JikkiLii
    Sep 17, 2013
    8
    When I first saw Saints Row IV I absolutely despised it. I thought they took the idea of everything being over dramatic and funny to being way over the top. Even for Saints Row! Because from what I saw and heard, You were the president with super powers in an alien invasion. But this is not how the game was.

    I bought the game to laugh at it. And boy oh boy, did this game prove me wrong.    When I first saw Saints Row IV I absolutely despised it. I thought they took the idea of everything being over dramatic and funny to being way over the top. Even for Saints Row! Because from what I saw and heard, You were the president with super powers in an alien invasion. But this is not how the game was.

    I bought the game to laugh at it. And boy oh boy, did this game prove me wrong. The story was executed in a fantastic way, the super powers were used in a way that was so clever. It was very similar to assassins creed in which you are put into a simulation, so you aren't just given superpowers because why the hell not. There is reasoning to it. I wont lie, the president bit was a bit over the top, but I liked it.

    The characters in the game were gripping. I cared for people like Kinzie because she cared about me. Well My character but I felt so attached to her. It was great! Other characters were not so lovable because it is all mainly based around you and Kinzie. I'm surprised we didn't get married!

    The side missions were quite annoying. They were unbearably repetative and just made you do the same 5 activities over and over with a different plot each time but the loyalty missions paid off for this. They were all different in every way and none of them felt the same as the others.

    So, overall, going into a game I was certain I would hate, Completely bi-est against it. I was delightfully surprised. The side missions might be a pain in the Arse But overall. This game rocked!    … Expand
  23. hunters44
    Sep 14, 2013
    10
    This is the most fun I've ever had playing a video game. Saints Row has finally let grand theft auto grab up the gang style realism and has completely immersed itself in the insane charm that the previous titles only dreamt of. Ask nothing of this game, and this game will give you hours of nothing. Just flying around, or super-kicking aliens in the balls, or destroying city blocks with dubThis is the most fun I've ever had playing a video game. Saints Row has finally let grand theft auto grab up the gang style realism and has completely immersed itself in the insane charm that the previous titles only dreamt of. Ask nothing of this game, and this game will give you hours of nothing. Just flying around, or super-kicking aliens in the balls, or destroying city blocks with dub step. The new alien vehicles are fun, the superpowers are amazing, and the weapons have introduced the deepest level of customization Saints has ever attempted. Brilliant good fun.… Expand
  24. Kelkil79
    Sep 2, 2013
    10
    Although the game is graphically rough and buggy, I still loved playing through it with my brother. It's pure fun, and is chocked full of laughs, if you're into toilet humor. The story is wild, and unpredictable, plus the direction the game took was unlike anything I've seen before. I'd highly recommend this game to people who want a good time especially if they have someone else to playAlthough the game is graphically rough and buggy, I still loved playing through it with my brother. It's pure fun, and is chocked full of laughs, if you're into toilet humor. The story is wild, and unpredictable, plus the direction the game took was unlike anything I've seen before. I'd highly recommend this game to people who want a good time especially if they have someone else to play and laugh with.… Expand
  25. JohnWitten
    Sep 1, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let me be clear- Saints Row: The Third was a game that I had thought did not require a sequel so relatively soon after its release, for more reasons than one. The first reason would be the sheer amount of content it already offered, and the premise that I'm sure much more could have been shoved into the already bustling and busting world. The second reason would be because of its witty and insanely comical storyline, dialogue, and antics- making for a very memorable and hard to top experience. And the third reason being that, with each iteration of the Saints series getting better and better, it only takes so many sequels before you inevitably fall down a notch in the process. Saints Row IV is a good game, but it is not a better game than Saints Row: The Third in many ways, although it might still top it in others. By no means does this mean that IV is not a worthy sequel, or that it is automatically to be trashed simply because it didn't do as well as its predecessor. In fact, I'd still say that, in terms of the craziness and carnage we've come to expect from the Saints series, IV ranks second behind The Third, and is worlds better than SR2 and SR1. It is particularly interesting how Enter the Dominatrix became a full fledged title, and you'd expect that title to be a little barebones because of that, but it is surprisingly immersing instead. If you're looking for a crazy, fast-paced, and exciting title, then this is definitely a game for you.

    The extremely apparent reason for Saints Row IV being ten times more crazy than its predecessor lies in the fact that you are in a computer simulation, and therefore anything goes- from superpowers to supercars. The fact that these powers are given to players early on in the game is a double edged gameplay sword. On one hand, it is awesome to be able to be overpowered and already leap buildings in single bounds a la Crackdown, however, on the other, you never get to really appreciate your powers so much by building them up and enjoying their ins and outs also a la Crackdown. In fact, on a Crackdown note, Saints Row IV can be easily compared to the first title in that series (or the second,, if you think about it) in that you possess a special set of powers, you fight overwhelming odds often, and you also find yourself in an abnormally hilarious and over-the-top experience every step of the way. First things first though, before I draw many more parallels between games here- let's get back to this review. You play as the President of the United States (or is it President of the United Saints? I'm really not sure...) and you have the power to veto bills or leap high buildings and run at dangerously fast speeds. Bear in mind, you can upgrade your skills and learn new ones, however, it is simply not as expansive and time consuming as it could be a la Crackdown, which is both good and bad. If you are looking for a more in-depth experience, it is a little disappointing, however, if you wish to level up fast and kick some booty, it is excellently paced.

    One of the other double edged gameplay swords present here for and because of your super abilities, is the fact that your transportation methods are drastically affected. You'll most likely only find yourselves utilizing cars or other forms of transportation in the missions that require them, whereas you would normally just fly, sprint, and glide around to your destinations otherwise. There are still some epic vehicles, and by all means you are welcome to take them for a ride, however, you are a lot less likely to when you've got the choice between flying and driving. It's just a no-brainer. Now, going back to something I mentioned earlier about Enter the Dominatrix- the majority of the game is spent within said computer simulation, so expect even more shenanigans and hijinks than usual. The best thing about this is that those hijinks don't just stop at gameplay and dialogue, but instead percolate into the entire world as well. There are several moments that parody entire scenes from well known movies, games, and books- such as, but not limited to, Tron, Matrix, MGS, and more. The humor that the series has become known for still elicits laughs here and there, but ultimately it is the over-the-top, insane gameplay that has you rolling on the floor, not the scripted sequences or fallback jokes.

    Let's talk about craziness and insanity for a moment here. No- not Vaas' definition of insanity, although that is a very good one, both metaphorically and literally. No, what I am referring to are the innumerable moments where something insane happens in Saints Row IV, and you simply stop and marvel at them. From the dubstep gun to the inflate-o-ray to the lightsabers (yes, you heard me correctly) to the black holes and more, there isn't a sane moment in this game. I mean, just take a gander at the picture above. That is the dubstep gun in action, and some of its finest work. Truly. Flying high above your enemies, descending upon them like a maelstrom, sucking them into a black hole, blowing them up with your mind, and much, much more is possible- and deadly fun(ny) as well. Some other craziness happens in the form of intentional (and unintentional) bugs or glitches. You might be walking (or flying) around, when suddenly the environment becomes all pixelated and wavy, or maybe you're people start going crazy and walking into walls and stuff- it all depends. Then, of course, there are moments when you can't tell whether or not the bug is intentional- such as one instance where I was flying around, landed near a bad guy, picked him up to give him a whooping, and he suddenly disappeared- or so I thought. Instead, he had teleported mysteriously to the top of the world's sky, fallen for several minutes, bounced off of several hard objects, landed on the ground, sat there for two more minutes, and then gotten up and walked away like it was an everyday occurrence- which, in this game it very well may be. It's the things like that that actually make the game all the more endearing, even if they are character flaws. The only true annoying glitches are ones regarding the usual freezing and loading issues games have every now and then, but aside from that- the game is solid.

    For aesthetic gurus out there, be warned- the entire game takes place in a gloomy atmosphere, so don't be expecting too much day to day changing world looks or locales. These night happening are made all the more interesting, but I could easily see how it could also irk people as it did our very own, beloved Dan Ryckert. Anyway, I for one, was not too miffed about it, seeing it merely as a design choice I would not have taken, but ultimately respect simply in the fact that it doesn't in any way diminish the gameplay or graphics- merely the visual palette. Saints Row has always been a fun and crazy experience, and always had its few little glitches and issues, and on the whole, IV is not entirely too different, despite the change in ownership. It's the same as the Metro sequel in many ways- from developer to the fact that some things have changed, whereas others have remained faithfully true. Solo, cooperative, or just time sinking are all viable options, and all with their respective personalities and gimmicks. Superpowers and superpowered enemies just make things all the more risky, fun, and insane, and I wouldn't have missed the opportunity to play with them for the world- or rather, for an animated Steelport simulation. The series has always been known for its customization abilities and upgrades, and those return in force this time around, with upgrades for everything from your techno weapons to your superpowers and looks. This might be the same old story as The Third, with controlling and protecting Steelport and your interests, but you can bet that it is far from the same experience as that of The Third- even if Johnny Gat does make a come back. (Sorry, had to spoil that- plus I'm sure you already knew anyway, and if not...oops.)

    Concept: Simply put- Saints Row: The Third with more customization, more insanity, and more superpowers...well, actually HAVING superpowers, anyway.

    Graphics: The graphics are slightly improved over The Third's already pretty good looking graphical scheme, and the only slight inconvenience is the brightness or lack thereof present throughout your adventures. That is easily cured however by simply turning the settings and gamma up of course, so it is quite minor and not detracting from the experience.

    Sound: The in-game radio stations and the soundtracks and scores themselves are as silly as the game is, and often quite fitting to the scenarios you find yourselves in. Sometimes the game tries to be dramatic, and it is usually all the more hilarious for it.

    Playability: I wouldn't have though there would be much more room in the controls for your super abilities and augmentations, but by golly, they sure managed to pack them in there anyway didn't they? Now, not only can you curb stomp somebody, but you can inflate-o ray them, drop them off of a building, curb stomp them from fifteen feet in the air, AND toss them into a black hole for added measure.

    Entertainment: Saints Row IV certainly shines in some moments, and it has quite a few solid times, but overall, it's still just a close second to Saints Row: The Third, and seems too much like Saints Row 3.5 for me. But that's just my opinion, and has nothing to do with the solid gameplay and tight controls.

    Replay Value: Moderately High.

    Overall Score: 8.0    … Expand
  26. MacMorris
    Aug 30, 2013
    8
    This game is really suitable to be a sequel to its predecessor Saints Row The Third There are improvements in the game, storyline and the gadgets. They've had added new features which is we are able to use superpowers.To me its graphics is actually worse than Saints Row The Third. Anyways its quite a worth buying.
  27. WithheldStorm
    Aug 29, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game, I really love this game, I love it so much, that I just haven't stopped playing it.
    The funny moments in the game are hilariously good, including all the super powers and weapons.
    The twists & turns were completely unexpected, especially the return of Johnny Gat (Alive & Kicking), and the surprise arrival of, WWE Hall of Fame Superstar, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, not to mention all the sex!
    The only down sides to the game, are the occasional glitches & crashes/freezes, that really must be sorted out ASAP; Apart from that, I can't wait for "Saints Row 5"!    … Expand
  28. ImmortalSoule
    Aug 28, 2013
    8
    I have to be much kinder with this game, than most 3rd person games, due to it's "retro" potential in not only game play, but it rips off endless books, movies, and music in the process in a hilarious way.

    First of all, i have to be honest, they stole a LOT from "The Matrix" and, quite literally, formed this game around the idea of it. I would have to say that the humor of everything    I have to be much kinder with this game, than most 3rd person games, due to it's "retro" potential in not only game play, but it rips off endless books, movies, and music in the process in a hilarious way.

    First of all, i have to be honest, they stole a LOT from "The Matrix" and, quite literally, formed this game around the idea of it. I would have to say that the humor of everything kept me interested in it. Having super-powers, without being an actual "Super Man", was kinda fun.

    But there were, and still are, bugs in the game. I've had times where I've been phased inside of doors, while on a mission, and my "homie" was dying. The game, because of it's bugginess, kept me from winning.....especially on the "Asha" mission. Sometimes she would vanish completely and I would have to start over. I've had incidents to where i would be stuck, in a jump, in the air and not be able to move until the game righted it's self.

    But, other than that, the game was great. The controls were totally comfortable, the idea of making a game video glitch (on purpose) was genius. Sometimes people i knew couldn't tell it was supposed to be happening. The old retro platformer & 8-bit throwbacks were fun too....and i never get tired of an occasional 80s song being thrown into a mission. :)

    There was one thing about it that was a little dumb. Having the super-powers really removed the need for the use of an vehicles in the game. If you can jump high, glide for miles, and run like The Flash....you don't really need vehicles for anything other than the sheer joy of watching the power you've gained blow them away :P

    I actually liked this one better than the 3rd roll-out of SR.    … Expand
  29. seantimothy
    Aug 27, 2013
    9
    I don't get why it's getting low reviews. People must be having a bad acid trip. The game has all the highlights of a SR game except the newer twists make it somewhat unrecognizeable at times. Overall, it's the old games with a beefier and faster and smarter set of developments. Who's to complain?
  30. johnvonHD
    Aug 26, 2013
    8
    I genuinely enjoy the direction this game series has taken, playing through SR1 and 2 was tiring as it felt like a half hearted GTA clone, but in SR3 and now SR4 the game has come into it's own as a series that combines combat, driving, and a not to serious story to provide a entertaining experience. I had a good enough experience to purchase the season pass and am optimistic that futureI genuinely enjoy the direction this game series has taken, playing through SR1 and 2 was tiring as it felt like a half hearted GTA clone, but in SR3 and now SR4 the game has come into it's own as a series that combines combat, driving, and a not to serious story to provide a entertaining experience. I had a good enough experience to purchase the season pass and am optimistic that future SR4 content will be as much of a pleasure as the game itself.… Expand
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#25 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2013
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#24 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2013
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#43 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2013

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. Hyper Magazine
    Oct 3, 2013
    80
    It may not blow your mind graphically and has some niggling issues, but this is easily the most fun you can have with you clothes on, or pixelated off. [Nov 2013, p.60]
  2. games(TM)
    Sep 23, 2013
    70
    Volition needs to plan its next steps carefully, or run the risk of losing the fan base it has worked so hard to claw away from those that didn't quite click with GTA IV. [Issue#139, p.86]
  3. GameOver.gr
    Sep 20, 2013
    70
    If it were released as a "mega expansion pack" Saints Row IV would have been a "must buy". As it is it can only be recommended to die-hard fans of the franchise.
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