- Publisher: THQ
- Release Date: Nov 15, 2011
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 3
User Score
Generally favorable reviews- based on 546 Ratings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 364 out of 546
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Mixed: 132 out of 546
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Negative: 50 out of 546
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Nov 15, 2011
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Jul 11, 2013Honestly I though this game was messed up, it was very repetitive and boring after a while.The magic crap ruins the game to me.It was an okay game as we speak.
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Dec 23, 2021The most refined of the series. While some of the activities of SR 2 have been removed, everything else has been improved. In addition to the campaign, there's a horde mode and online co-op. If you liked the previous two entries, then you'll like this one too. It's Jackass meets GTA. I'd rate it with an 8.4 out of 10.
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Mar 2, 2012This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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May 25, 2012The game is great, but I feel that there is less to explore not as much content as before. Even so what it lacks in longer story and more exploration it makes up in well....crazy sh***t so its worth every dollar. I highly recommend it to fans of senseless violence.
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Sep 30, 2014A massive step down from the amazing quality of Saints Row 2. It's certainly not a terrible game, but it's just simply not as fun or as unique as it's predecessor.
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Aug 14, 2014
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May 22, 2019Looking at it from a purely critical standpoint, Saints Row: The Third is probably the best in the series.
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Apr 9, 2020One of the best games I've ever played. Its amazing from its story, graphics to action. You can basically do what ever you want in this game and I love it.
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Jun 21, 2020A total blast. Leader in open world absurdism before GTA V ran with a lot of what SR3 did. Light on story but heavy on fun. Worth a buy if you haven't played.
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Sep 28, 2020Saints Row The Third is a good game. SR3 is a open world game game set in a city called Silport with a good missions and good side activities but the game play is ok. SR3 isn't as good as Saints Row 2.
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Oct 2, 2020
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Aug 20, 2021This is where the series really changed and it was a great change. The series went from being called "That GTA wannabe" to Saints Row. Great game play, driving in the airplane was awesome and the game was funny af.
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Dec 28, 2021Atmosphere: 6
Enjoyment: 6
Gameplay: 7
Graphics: 6
Music: 5
Story: 5
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Nov 21, 2011
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Nov 18, 2011
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Nov 22, 2011This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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Nov 24, 2011
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Nov 23, 2011
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Dec 1, 2011
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Nov 21, 2011Ok I will start saying this is the best SR of the series. Graphics arent superb but are way better than previous. Car handling, respect, character upgrade, melee combat, sound, and vehicles have been really improved and there is not a single boring mission this time arround, but they are less and the game its really short if you ignore side missions and activities. Really loved it.
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Nov 20, 2011Bought this on Friday night. I have to say i was disappointed at first due to the poor framerate and ropey driving animations, but it grew on me eventually. Very OTT which is by no means a bad thing and a wealth of customisable options. Recommended for the gamer who's looking to pass a few days before going back to MW3 again
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Nov 21, 2011Great game!! Loads of fun with plenty to do!! Missions are crazy, reason it doesnt get a full 10 is there is no car showrooms or bike showroom where u can purchase vehicles like you could in saints 2 and no spinner wheels or car hydrolics which is i think a step back as were both featured in the previous games !!
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Nov 22, 2011Saints Row: The Third is a bad-ass game. This is what all the GTA fans can do while waiting for GTA5. It's certainly better than GTA4 in my opinion. The humor, gameplay, and straight-up raucous fun, will have you playing this game for hours!
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Nov 23, 2011
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Dec 11, 2011
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Nov 29, 2011This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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Dec 20, 2011
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Nov 17, 2011Great game, lots of fun and epic randomness. That's what this game is, and the game is good at it. Sadly, no larger scale co-op, or competitive mp modes, so that part feels like a bit of a step back. It's fun, though, and that's what it aims to be.
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Nov 15, 2011
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Nov 17, 2011The game is decent however it falls short when compared to a lot of the other sandbox games. Not very original and the game is quite short. Graphics seem dated and there seems to be no true character development throughout the story
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Nov 20, 2011
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Nov 20, 2011This game is the most fun off the wall redicilous fun game ever put out on the x box. I would recomend this game to anyone who wants to have st back and have some fun
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Nov 21, 2011
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Nov 18, 2011Thin on plot,but that makes up for it in the fun factor. I don't normally laugh out loud at a game, but some of the things you do, or see are just so hilarious that you have to.
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Nov 22, 2011
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Nov 15, 2011
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Nov 16, 2011
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Nov 17, 2011This game is fun and crayzie like everyone says but it feels too much like SR2. The graphics are almost the same , the gameplay mechanics still feel clunky, Not to mention this is a very glitchy game. I really expect a little more from SR3.
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Nov 19, 2011
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Nov 17, 2011
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Nov 18, 2011No complaints at all this time around...much improved over the previous. Co-op play is great. Granted, the DLC will get expensive, but I have enough content to keep me easily content for now.
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Nov 20, 2011
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Nov 21, 2011
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May 23, 2012
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Nov 25, 2011
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Jan 14, 2012
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Nov 26, 2011Reality hits you heard bro! Saint's Row: The Third is all about that, by avoiding realistic measures, it manages to stay up on its feet and dance to a beat of none sense and unforgettable ridiculousness. Volition has finally stepped down to raise this madness to a higher level of over the top gaming experience.
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Nov 28, 2011The open world genre is suppost to do one thing only, Show the player a good time. And let me tell you, Saints Row The Third is not just a good time, but one of the best games this year. The action is fast paced and funny. While this game could be considered a GTA clone, It is a good one. GTA was too serious this game kind of doesnt care. If you are reading this GET THIS GAME
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Dec 16, 2011
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Dec 6, 2011Saints Row the third is what GTA should be. The game don't pretend to be realistic, and give a very great dose of fun, laugh and adrenaline. If the storyline is somehow short, the sandbox city is large enough to bring a lot of amusing playtime.
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Nov 25, 2011
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Dec 26, 2011
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Feb 10, 2012Saints Row: The Third is a game that doesn't take itself seriously....and that's why it's so great. It is over the top done right, and games were made to not take itself seriously in the first place. I love the cast of characters and it's a game i would recommend. Buy one, no hell buy 2 so you can give one to your friend and you can both destroy the city in style.
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Feb 13, 2012
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Nov 15, 2011I'm f@$in jazzed - what an escape from the doldrums of daily life and a nagging wife. Love it! Not a bad story and plot, great new cast of murderous characters. The humor is spot on most of the time, and a bit lame in a still funny way at others. Nice job on the trilogy THQ!
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Nov 22, 2011
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Nov 16, 2011Such a well scripted game. This will be the first game you play that you will laugh out loud at while playing! I love the zanyness of this franchise and with the DLC, should give the upcoming GTA V a run for its money, at least make Rockstar really focus on improving their franchise. Buy Saints Row the Third, it will not disappoint! 8/10.
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Jan 5, 2012
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Nov 15, 2011Loving The Third! They've tightened the game controls up which is a big plus. Amusing, creative, humorous, and now **solid play**, which is a big plus. This will consume a lot of my time over the next few months...
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Jan 14, 2012
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Nov 16, 2011Simply amazing. This is one of those gems that may not have the best graphics, but is so much FUN to play. I love all the different kinds of missions, and the voice acting is top notch. The only thing that puts a sour taste in my mouth is all this DLC released on launch day. Tons of this nickle and dime DLC after i just paid $60 is unfortunate.
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Nov 21, 2011
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Nov 21, 2011
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Nov 22, 2011Was surprised by how much this game really strayed away from the Grand Theft Auto formula. There's better story here and so much more to do in the world rather than doing simple missions that really have no point. Believe me, this game is even more violent than GTA!
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Nov 16, 2011
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Nov 15, 2011Tried it out at a friend's house. Too crazy for me, almost chaotic, but that is why it is fun too. Just not for me, reminds me of GTA just too ridiculous.
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Nov 15, 2011
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Nov 15, 2011The game is absolutely over the top, and I'm loving it. While other games have become a bit stale *cough* MW3 *cough*, this game has actually found its stride with its third release. The world is full of surprises and exhilarating set pieces. I'd highly recommend it to anybody with a sense of humor ;o)
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Nov 15, 2011This game is a true work of art! I huge open city game that allows you to do pretty much whatever you want to. A action packed and stunning story. The greatest free roam city game since Grand Theft Auto IV. In fact, it kicks Grand Theft Autos a**!!! The best part Whored Mode!!!
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Nov 15, 2011BUY IT! I won't ruin any of the surprises here because it is more fun to play it and watch the crazy unfold. Just buy it and enjoy, don't take it, or life, too seriously!
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Apr 16, 2012Saints Row 3 is a faster paced more streamlined version of Saints Row 2.
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Nov 26, 2011This is the first saints row game I've bought! I've found this game a lot of fun and really easy on the eye! I can't put this game down its smooth and really enjoyable! It reminds me of GTA San Andreas but a whole lot crazy and f**ked up! LOVE IT!!! Go and buy it! Great game!
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Oct 13, 2013
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Nov 19, 2011The game is far too short and the DLC pack is a rip off for $20, it's worth is at least $5. It's best to buy this game when the price gets low to avoid disappointment. Would make a good bargain game for later instead of wasting your money now. Get Skyrim instead if money is tight, HOURS OF FUN!.
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Nov 15, 2011Game of the Year, GTA on steroids. This game is explosive, fun, and takes gaming to a level we have never seen before. This game is the bad boy of the gaming industry.
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Nov 15, 2011
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Nov 20, 2011
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Nov 15, 2011Crazy, fun, but highly inappropriate. This game is fun, but it lacks taste and an actual authentic script. It's over the top, but not in a good way.
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Nov 16, 2011
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Nov 15, 2011
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Nov 15, 2011
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Nov 20, 2011
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Nov 15, 2011Wild, crazy, unusual, unexpected humor. Graphics and sound A+.......If only the sheep would stop drinking the GTA kool aid, maybe they could experience a real thrill ride here.......Now let me get my purple **** out so I can play some more
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Nov 17, 2011
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Nov 15, 2011Best game of the year!! I have Batman (which is awesome) and Skyrim (very disapointing as it's the same game as Oblivion with updated graphics) but Saints Row is my favorite!!! The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is fun and challenging and the missions are...uh, OVER THE TOP!! You play video games to have fun and this is all KINDS of fun!! I will be playing this for a long time :)
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Nov 15, 2011
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Nov 22, 2011
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Nov 17, 2011if this was released in 2009 it would have been good but its just too simple really and you get bored quick, this game will be catching dust on a shelf in a week
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Nov 18, 2011Short game,but their are downloadable mission content,good free roam,with a lot improved since saints row 2.and a all around fun and over the top gaming experience.
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Nov 15, 2011
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Nov 16, 2011
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Nov 15, 2011Awesome game!!!! This game relieves so much stress. It is one of a kind. I am playing for 5 hours now and cant get enough. Love it!!! Some people might not like it due to it not being serious but for alot of people it will make you laugh for so long. And it is sandbox type of game so it never gets boring.
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Nov 30, 2011
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Jul 4, 2012
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Dec 4, 2011
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Nov 29, 2011When you are able to shoot an RPG and call in an airstrike while you are driving around in a car, that game is already better than the highly overrated Grand Theft Auto 4.
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Nov 30, 2011
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Nov 26, 2011
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Nov 29, 2011This game is insane, so much fun to play. Games these days take themselves way too seriously and its so refreshing to have a game that focuses on fun.
Awards & Rankings
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Feb 15, 2012Volition gets many things right in Saints Row: The Third in what is no doubt a fine sequel, but it's very much a case of sequelitis for the THQ franchise. The zany and over-the-top nature, well-written script and whole host of sandbox toys are held back ever so slightly by the oddly paced and repetitive proceedings of the game's main story.
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Feb 7, 2012Saint's Row: The Third sets out with a great ambition of giving the player freedom and an arsenal of fun elements to play with. Unfortunately, though, the game still falls a bit short with a somewhat childish sense of humour and quirky game mechanics.
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Jan 3, 2012Despite my gripes with the multiplayer options, the 10-to-12-hour campaign's still very much worth the price of admission, and it needs to be seen to be believed-trust me, this game's done more than enough to earn its "M" rating from the ESRB.