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. detourdude
    Jun 2, 2023
    7
    It's a lot like the previous game, but just not as entertaining. I think the powers make the game way too easy, which is saying a lot since these games are pretty easy in general. The story was fine, definitely not as entertaining as the previous one but it still has redeeming qualities.
  3. 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.
  4. Yoser
    Dec 14, 2020
    5
    DLC de Saints Row 3, carece totalmente de sentido y arruina la historia de los anteriores juegos, eso si , es divertido.
  5. genesisdoes
    Oct 2, 2020
    7
    Saints Row IV's announcement subverted essentially everyone's expectations. Old fans like me wanted things go back to the way they were, newer fans wanted another game like the third installment... and both groups sorta got what they wanted but ultimately were left pretty disappointed.

    Saints Row IV is, for the most part a rushed collection of reused assets with cheap gimmicks used at    Saints Row IV's announcement subverted essentially everyone's expectations. Old fans like me wanted things go back to the way they were, newer fans wanted another game like the third installment... and both groups sorta got what they wanted but ultimately were left pretty disappointed.

    Saints Row IV is, for the most part a rushed collection of reused assets with cheap gimmicks used at selling points. It's a mess and a failed attempt to keep a divided fanbase satisfied. That being said, I still like it. The new super powers featured in the game are very very fun to use, you can spend hours just hopping around the city of Steelport with no specific goals and have a good time. The story is the wackiest in the franchise which is sure to make new fans smile but it also spends a lot of time throwing out callbacks to the first two games.. which, initially tricked me into preferring Saints Row IV a lot more to 3. Sure, it's cool to see some familiar faces from the old games but it's not enough to satisfy me these days.

    The lack of content from 3, the same boring city from 3, the linear campaign structure from 3, all of it is still here. While I still like Saints Row IV, it can barely keep my attention nowadays and I think, much like SR3, it can get old fast.
    I beat this game in September of 2019 after beating it many times before.    … Expand
  6. Cementer200
    Sep 28, 2020
    7
    Saints Row IV is a average game. SR4 is a open world game set in a simulation. The main story is ok but don't fit in the saints row game series out all.
  7. Gerardo2004
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Bellissimo! LO CONSIGLIO A CHIUNQUE!! CORRI A COMPRARLO!!! MUOVITI CHE NON COSTA NIENTE!!
  8. Miguelbpaes
    Apr 21, 2020
    7
    Minha nota final é 7,5, mas o Metacritic não permite notas quebradas.
    Saints Row IV é tudo o que Saints Row: The Third foi (diversão, bizarrices e loucuras) só que num nível ainda mais bizarro. Com a introdução de alienígenas, tudo parece ser ainda mais épico, mas acabou sendo uma experiência não tão inovadora e sólida quanto o 3º, ainda mais quando o motor gráfico e o mapa são os mesmos    Minha nota final é 7,5, mas o Metacritic não permite notas quebradas.
    Saints Row IV é tudo o que Saints Row: The Third foi (diversão, bizarrices e loucuras) só que num nível ainda mais bizarro. Com a introdução de alienígenas, tudo parece ser ainda mais épico, mas acabou sendo uma experiência não tão inovadora e sólida quanto o 3º, ainda mais quando o motor gráfico e o mapa são os mesmos do 3º. Com missões repetidas e bem menos ''pé no chão'' que as antecessoras, os fãs da franquia vão estranhar de imediato a introdução bem mais ''louca'' que o game teve, mas ainda sim vão se divertir e aventurar com o game- mesmo que ele não tenha ''mudado'' quase nada se comparado com o seu antecessor.    … Expand
  9. iKen
    Apr 13, 2020
    7
    Played on XBOX 360.
    Gameplay: GOOD.
    Story: GOOD.
    Graphic: GOOD.
    Music/Sound: GOOD.
    Dialogue/Voice Acting: GOOD.
  10. brendo214
    May 22, 2019
    6
    Saints Row IV kind of took the core idea of the Saints Row series and kind of threw it all away besides the wacky part.
  11. Dragonfly44
    Oct 7, 2018
    7
    It's fun. It's stupid silly and in the end a very hilarious game
    Rating - 75%
  12. CenkAlp
    Mar 1, 2018
    6
    Hikaye = 6
    Oynanış = 6
    Grafikler = 6
    Sesler = 5
    Keyif = 8
    Atmosfer = 6
    Süre = 6
  13. 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
  14. 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!
  15. 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
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. drlowdon
    Feb 20, 2015
    5
    Having been elected president of the United States an alien invasion, played out in a fantastically over the top opening mission, sees the main protagonist and his gang trapped inside a virtual world. Using the resident I.T nerds hacking skills they are fortunately able to get access to all manner of superhero powers to add their escape.

    The game is exactly as serious as all that sounds    Having been elected president of the United States an alien invasion, played out in a fantastically over the top opening mission, sees the main protagonist and his gang trapped inside a virtual world. Using the resident I.T nerds hacking skills they are fortunately able to get access to all manner of superhero powers to add their escape.

    The game is exactly as serious as all that sounds and for the opening few hours there is a lot of fun to be had, especially if playing co-op with a friend. Unfortunately it becomes pretty soon becomes clear that you've seen everything the game has to offer in those few hours and, thanks to said powers, the game is never able to offer any real sort of challenge. Had this been released as a budget expansion, as was originally planned, I may have been more forgiving but there is just not enough content to support a full length title.    … Expand
  19. Rahsmoove
    Nov 13, 2014
    4
    I'm very disappointed, and I have to say it should of stayed a DLC. The map is the same, the storyline is short and bland, cars are useless due to use do the superpowers, it's just boring.
  20. fakename105
    Oct 8, 2014
    7
    Why.WHY!WWWWWHHHHHHYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    i loved saints row 2 and 1, but when you get crazyer than SAINT ROW 3...I don't know what to say to that.
    the game in itself is good,kind of ripping of prototype,but I can forgive that because there is many things setting it apart from prototype.the controls feel nice and rarely do i find problems with that.super powers are well    Why.WHY!WWWWWHHHHHHYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    i loved saints row 2 and 1, but when you get crazyer than SAINT ROW 3...I don't know what to say to that.
    the game in itself is good,kind of ripping of prototype,but I can forgive that because there is many things setting it apart from prototype.the controls feel nice and rarely do i find problems with that.super powers are well balanced and weapons are very fun to use.the city of steelport,however, is not fun to play in.the map was bad in sr3,so why use it again.oh, and no zombies...yeah.the game also tries to keep its distance from sr1 and 2.Why,because those games were better,which means they should be forgotten of out of fear you will hate sr4,which i am.customization on sr3 and 4 is much more limited compared with sr 2 and even 1.instead of undershirts,overshirts,and coats, we get upper body.NO!!!!!
    I don't want to look stupid if I dont want to.I do like dressing silly, but not always.
    also sr1 and 2 were gangster games,sr3 is a gang parody, and sr4 is a sci fi game.Why?because people will by saints row, but a new ip may not be liked.i perfer sr1 and to by a lot,but sr 4 is not as good as a saints row game...but as a different game,not having to do with the saints row franchies ,it is great. controls feel good and every thing runs smooth.I don't know what the fps is but my guess is 60 fps most of the time.the game isn't exactly ugly,though not winning any awards.though most of the time you will see lots and lots of blue.There is a huge verity in weapons.over all, the game is good.Not as good as sr1 and 2,but still descent as its own thing.not the best game 2013 by a lot.i recommend this game to tps lovers,sandbox lovers,and sr 3 fans.if you loved sr 1 and 2,you'll hate the game,and i hate it too,but the game is fun.you should only hate it compared to sr2 and 1.it may be limited in customization and story(which i wont spoil),but the game is still fun.    … Expand
  21. 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.
  22. CoolDadTx
    Sep 28, 2014
    7
    Main story is fine but the challenges are rubbish. They are all over the place in complexity, aren't that much fun and some require luck. Glitches are really bad in most of these. Vehicles get stuck on stuff and cannot move, camera zooms into scenery, etc. As the game goes on it actually gets worse. It's like the devs who built the first half of the game were tired by the time theyMain story is fine but the challenges are rubbish. They are all over the place in complexity, aren't that much fun and some require luck. Glitches are really bad in most of these. Vehicles get stuck on stuff and cannot move, camera zooms into scenery, etc. As the game goes on it actually gets worse. It's like the devs who built the first half of the game were tired by the time they got to the end. However thought the last level should invert the controls and make the environment behave randomly should never be allowed to build a game again. I give the baseline game an 8 but with the stupid challenges and all the grind work with glitches it brings it down to a 5. This is my first and probably last visit to SR.… Expand
  23. dante_finn
    Jul 27, 2014
    6
    While the game is pretty cool and yoy can customize weapons I noticed a whole lot of glitches.....ones that sgould he fixed in this game......................
  24. 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
  25. 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.
  26. 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
  27. paddystudmuffin
    Feb 28, 2014
    2
    Just traded this in. It's pretty bad. Got so bored with it after about five hours. It's just stupid with awful controls and combat. It's like a very poor mans crackdown. Saints row 1 & 2 were great as well. Such a shame.
  28. 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
  29. GTArocks
    Jan 30, 2014
    3
    Still has PS2 level graphics even though they have been doing this for nearly 7 years. Recycled city from the last game. Still has crappy car physics but not as bad as the first 2 games. Storyline is stale at best but has some interesting and goofy bits. Same elements from the third game but added new stuff. Very phony guns. But at least I like some of it.
  30. 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
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 42 Critic Reviews

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  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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