Saints Row: The Third

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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 546 Ratings

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  1. Swimming_MANGO
    Jan 21, 2012
    8
    Saints Row: The Third, similarly to the other two games of the series, is a great game. At first I will admit I wasnâ
  2. SomecallmeBguti
    Feb 10, 2012
    8
    Saints 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.
  3. Aerofall
    Feb 13, 2012
    8
    Everything this game does seems intentionally just to be 'crazy'. The first two were kinda fun, with off-the-wall, you-can't-do-that gameplay that is the hallmark of the series. With the third installment, however, I just think they were out of good ideas, and so they just threw stuff at a wall to see what would stick. It would be better to go play the first two, as this one reallyEverything this game does seems intentionally just to be 'crazy'. The first two were kinda fun, with off-the-wall, you-can't-do-that gameplay that is the hallmark of the series. With the third installment, however, I just think they were out of good ideas, and so they just threw stuff at a wall to see what would stick. It would be better to go play the first two, as this one really doesn't do anything those didn't do better, but at the same time, if you're in the mood for some mindless fun, you can do a hell of a lot worse than this.… Expand
  4. xxFalconArasxx
    Feb 16, 2012
    8
    This game is pretty fun and interesting... The game is extremely fun and epic. The action is amazing! I love to use melee combat on brutes like a badass or do a brutal kill animation to those c*** sucking STAG Soldiers. Character customization is really good and fun to toy with. The games unrealistic, but in an awesome way... Riding futuristic space ship like jet planes, shooting lasers atThis game is pretty fun and interesting... The game is extremely fun and epic. The action is amazing! I love to use melee combat on brutes like a badass or do a brutal kill animation to those c*** sucking STAG Soldiers. Character customization is really good and fun to toy with. The games unrealistic, but in an awesome way... Riding futuristic space ship like jet planes, shooting lasers at your enemies, fight zombies with greatness, killing gigantic jacked brutes, annihilating the Daedalus, upgrading your character to become nearly invincible, using weapons from a virtual reality level, or fighting naked with a purple **** like a metro-sexual psycho is so much fun. Although it is addicting and awesome, the game has many cons: The graphics are sort of outdated; It is short compared to other Saints Row Games; The DLC's are cool looking, but they are basically rip-offs... They are worth too much money to pay for... One of them is $20 (And no! It is not an expansion pack DLC); Multiplayer is mostly dropped (They only have co-op and whored mode, and you have to buy a season pass for 800 MC Points), and the endings are kind of lame (the good ending has little effort, the bad ending is epic, but I hate bad endings). Overall the game is fun, but if you are a serious gamer... You might not like it.… Expand
  5. GWGTS
    Mar 2, 2012
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Saints Row is a great game to sit around and do extremely strange stuff in. Itâ… Expand
  6. HARBING3R
    May 25, 2012
    8
    The 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.
  7. slappysfan
    Jul 7, 2013
    8
    Arguably the most over the top and best Saints Row game yet. I know that a lot of people believe that this game re-hashes a lot of elements from Saints Row 2, but I haven't played Saints Row 2 enough to make this argument myself. I love the super over the top feel that this game brought compared to the very first game, but still had the same feel as the previous installments. If you'reArguably the most over the top and best Saints Row game yet. I know that a lot of people believe that this game re-hashes a lot of elements from Saints Row 2, but I haven't played Saints Row 2 enough to make this argument myself. I love the super over the top feel that this game brought compared to the very first game, but still had the same feel as the previous installments. If you're expecting it to be like GTA, than I would say you should pass on this because it is the opposite of GTA's serious tone.… Expand
  8. BudMan
    Nov 23, 2012
    8
    One of the best sandbox games so far. Was kinda short and sweet. DLC is OK. I would recommend this game if you the GTA series before GTA 4. I rate it about 8.5.
  9. TheCrumbLife
    May 28, 2014
    8
    A game that took me by surprise. The game offers a ridiculous amount of content in an open world environment that is full of life and humour.

    The story missions are so fun and so silly, which caused me to have a silly grin pretty much all the way through the game. The game can also be a little overwhelming in terms of the amount of enemies you have to kill and the brutes can be VERY    A game that took me by surprise. The game offers a ridiculous amount of content in an open world environment that is full of life and humour.

    The story missions are so fun and so silly, which caused me to have a silly grin pretty much all the way through the game. The game can also be a little overwhelming in terms of the amount of enemies you have to kill and the brutes can be VERY annoying, but after a few upgrades you're unstoppable.

    The side missions are also great, such as the mayhem and insurance fraud side missions which are designed to be silly and fun. There are exceptions on the missions where you are A.I dependant, such as the dealing missions and escort missions, where the A.I are sluggish and often get stuck on objects, forcing a restart. This kept the score from being perfect as it happened on a fair few occurrences.

    To conclude: an amazingly fun game that was a breath of fresh air to me, a game where it takes the meaning of fun and gives it you in huge barrels.    … Expand
  10. ITZZZPERRY
    Jul 7, 2014
    8
    Saints Row: The Third is unlike any game I have ever played. It is crazy, yet also hilarious. Those who want to laugh for hours should play this game. The gunplay eventually feels a little bit stale, but new weapons help to spice up the gameplay.
  11. ethanvenzin
    Nov 8, 2014
    8
    So saints row the third is very disappointing for those who plays and enjoy saints row 1 and 2 it is dumbed down and they removed a lot of things in the game.
    But don't get me wrong here this game is freakin awesome it is super fun especially with the parachute but still the story is not that great most of the new characters are so unmemorable and the story progression is bad it is very    So saints row the third is very disappointing for those who plays and enjoy saints row 1 and 2 it is dumbed down and they removed a lot of things in the game.
    But don't get me wrong here this game is freakin awesome it is super fun especially with the parachute but still the story is not that great most of the new characters are so unmemorable and the story progression is bad it is very linear and don't forget the 3 gangs to one story
    But if you like what GTA franchise can't do that is unrealistic fun get this game real quick    … Expand
  12. PolisKanin
    Jul 25, 2014
    8
    I'm shocked to be saying this, but this THQ game is good. The gameplay may not be super original, but it is still fun. The story isn't amazing but is quite enjoyable. I am ashamed to say, I have spend over 10 minutes on the streaking minigame alone.
  13. Deusex
    Mar 2, 2014
    8
    Third person free roam game, developed by volition, published by THQ/ Deepsilver.

    Pros:
    Lots of stuff to do.
    Funny.
    Colourful graphics.
    Highly customisable.
    Every mission is different.
    Good choices.
    Highly replay able.
    Good characters with personality.
    Good length: about 30hrs.
    Supports Co-Op.

    Cons:
    Too easy.
    Lifeless city, Stillwater was better.
  14. Shadow1
    Jun 13, 2016
    8
    This game is very amazing and have got him moments . Graphics is awesome and gameplay is amazing and this is main pluses all Saints Row . I love Saints Row 3, 4 and Gat out of Hell and I think Saints Row The Third even better than Grand Theft Auto IV and Mafia II . In this game storyline is better than in GTA IV and MII and gameplay and physics much better than in GTA IV and all the sameThis game is very amazing and have got him moments . Graphics is awesome and gameplay is amazing and this is main pluses all Saints Row . I love Saints Row 3, 4 and Gat out of Hell and I think Saints Row The Third even better than Grand Theft Auto IV and Mafia II . In this game storyline is better than in GTA IV and MII and gameplay and physics much better than in GTA IV and all the same Saints Row The Third is not better than Mafia II, but better than GTA IV . Awesome game with her moments and awesome graphics for 2011 .… Expand
  15. Broyax
    Apr 17, 2017
    8
    Tout ce qui manque à GTA 4 est dans Saints Row 3 et peut se résumer en quelques mots : on s'éclate comme un goret à faire n'importe quoi ! encore plus barrée et déjantée que le 2, la campagne est excellente, très créative et surprenante à la fois. Les "activités" annexes ont été sensiblement améliorées, optimisées, de même que la maniabilité générale. Seule la conduite des voitures et desTout ce qui manque à GTA 4 est dans Saints Row 3 et peut se résumer en quelques mots : on s'éclate comme un goret à faire n'importe quoi ! encore plus barrée et déjantée que le 2, la campagne est excellente, très créative et surprenante à la fois. Les "activités" annexes ont été sensiblement améliorées, optimisées, de même que la maniabilité générale. Seule la conduite des voitures et des motos marque encore le pas, pas de progrès à ce niveau hélas.

    Avec l'expérience engrangée lors des missions, on débloque des "aptitudes" pas banales qui tiennent presque de la triche (!), car tout est possible dans SR 3 : des munitions illimitées, des frappes aériennes... envie de faire le ménage en hélico ? no problemo. Tout écraser avec un char ? le jeu vous en prie ! et ainsi de suite... on se surprend à rigoler devant sa télé tant Volition a mis le paquet et les **** plats dans les grands. Le défoulement à l'état pur.

    Parfois quelques bugs (une cible à voler qui s'autodétruit quand on arrive...) et bien qu'en progrès depuis SR2, les graphismes restent loin d'un GTA 4 et la ville également dans son ensemble. De surcroît, ça rame encore plus souvent que le jeu de Rockstar, un comble. On regrette aussi l'absence de voix VF.

    Je termine avec le dernier point fort de SR 3 : la personnalisation toujours aussi poussée de son personnage (qui peut être féminin ce qui ne gâche rien, loin de là...) digne des Sims, un régal.    … Expand
  16. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Dec 23, 2021
    8
    The 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.
  17. SWFan523
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    A 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.
  18. Cementer200
    Sep 28, 2020
    8
    Saints 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.
  19. Sunna
    Apr 26, 2023
    8
    This is a very fun game and some of the jokes are crazy man. They really should have remake this game!
  20. detourdude
    Jun 2, 2023
    8
    I was genuinely surprised with this game. I expected it to be a horrible but it's pretty fun and I enjoyed the story for what it was. I think your expectations really determine how you'll feel about, expect a lot of over the top elements and a bunch of goofy shenanigans.
  21. ColdHardTruth
    Jul 4, 2012
    7
    Let me start and say this is not your serious sandbox experience. This is a over the top sandbox experience with thrills and spills. Graphics are behind a few years and sounds of the environments are not synchronized with the actions taking place. The main story in these games seem to be generally the same, with no innovations. But the voice acting and comedic take on life is a refreshingLet me start and say this is not your serious sandbox experience. This is a over the top sandbox experience with thrills and spills. Graphics are behind a few years and sounds of the environments are not synchronized with the actions taking place. The main story in these games seem to be generally the same, with no innovations. But the voice acting and comedic take on life is a refreshing side. A lot goes on in Steelport (the city you venture in) including air battles with cool futuristic jets and challenges set all over the city from insurance fraud to a game show you can star in (listen to the hosts of the game show, they are funny!). Yes this is a open world modern day action game, but Saints Row the Third lacks structure in giving you more interesting side missions outside of your everyday bad ass actions. If your itching over this summer for GTA 5, buy Saints Row the Third for a discounted price and enjoy some open world chaos.… Expand
  22. Jon-Ryo
    Jan 18, 2012
    7
    This game tried to be over the top and lost sight of what made the 2nd one great, which was that the wiriting had a serious tone with some funny moments, but ultimately you were a hardened street gangster and the story kept in line with that with moments of death, revenge, losing gang members etc but never taking the feel of the game out of the context it was set in. Whereas this (the 3rd)This game tried to be over the top and lost sight of what made the 2nd one great, which was that the wiriting had a serious tone with some funny moments, but ultimately you were a hardened street gangster and the story kept in line with that with moments of death, revenge, losing gang members etc but never taking the feel of the game out of the context it was set in. Whereas this (the 3rd) disregards the fact the saints are supposed to be a hardcore street gang instead setting them as famed celebrities first and a gang second. The game loses it's gritty appeal by doing this, the missions force you to do some of the 'activities' that were in the other one as filler to the main quest line (which is annoying). Following the story ultimately it doesn't evoke any type of feeling in the gamer as the writers are made to go for over the top stunts and gags that get old real quick. The saving grace is that the two player online co-op for the whole game is back and is still enjoyable. Overall I'd recommend saints row 2 over this one especially to play with a friend, it has a better story, better activities (which are optional) and is overall a better game.… Expand
  23. MusicJJJ
    Nov 15, 2011
    7
    "Saint Row: The Third" is the craziest sandbox game i've played up to date. Those people who expect beautiful graphics and amazing story like "GTA 4" will either love or hate this, cause this is NOTHING like GTA. The story's got some unique missions but a decent story. The graphics aren't the best, but you can at least see it. The best thing for "SR 3" is the open world environment. ****"Saint Row: The Third" is the craziest sandbox game i've played up to date. Those people who expect beautiful graphics and amazing story like "GTA 4" will either love or hate this, cause this is NOTHING like GTA. The story's got some unique missions but a decent story. The graphics aren't the best, but you can at least see it. The best thing for "SR 3" is the open world environment. **** the cops, kill whores, dance with gay men...Everything IS POSSIBLE. Sex change? You got it. Running around naked while hitting pedestrians with a **** stick? You got it. Flying around with Jets blowing up **** You ****in got it! Overall the game is meant for you to enjoy and relax, to do stuff you never can do in reality. Have fun, fellow saints :)!!!!… Expand
  24. PopeDizzle
    Feb 15, 2012
    7
    Well its a fun ride one time through. I have to admit I am disappointed with the game. It had a lot of hype. Sure it is pure fun but the game forgot where it came from. SR2 had a compelling story compaired to this one. The real missions seem few and far between and mini games are forced to be played as part of the main story. Maybe I was just expecting more. No Death Match or any modeWell its a fun ride one time through. I have to admit I am disappointed with the game. It had a lot of hype. Sure it is pure fun but the game forgot where it came from. SR2 had a compelling story compaired to this one. The real missions seem few and far between and mini games are forced to be played as part of the main story. Maybe I was just expecting more. No Death Match or any mode outside of co-op. Rental only.… Expand
  25. FatHitman
    Nov 17, 2011
    7
    Beat the game within 2 days of owning it. Co-op works great that is IF you have a person to play with because the "Steam Matchmaking" option does not work at all so its impossible to find anyone else to play with unless they are friends. Have done all the content in the game and it was fun for the time, This is a game to be played casually with a friends and just to do random stuff onBeat the game within 2 days of owning it. Co-op works great that is IF you have a person to play with because the "Steam Matchmaking" option does not work at all so its impossible to find anyone else to play with unless they are friends. Have done all the content in the game and it was fun for the time, This is a game to be played casually with a friends and just to do random stuff on which is a fun time waster and also show-off you character and customization.… Expand
  26. Bdawg916
    Nov 22, 2011
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let me start by saying I'm bout 20% of the way through this game so there's no huge spoiler here...
    This is easily the best Saints Row game available. Very over the top, even for Saints Row... which is why I'm a little disappointed. It looks amazing, very clean. Very FUN! The death of Johnny Gat hit me like the Death of Optimus Prime in the original Transformers movies from the 80s. ( Its in the first 10-20 or so minutes don't think I ruined your experience) The story has a good base, many of the activities return from the previous games. Some new ones like Tank Mayhem, are fun. All of the old faces are there, Shondi, Pierce, Gat, and some new faces which I think they made to much of a reach for. A wrestler (Voiced by Hulk Hogan), a pimp (who sounds like T-Pain & gets extremely irritating very quickly) and an EX FBI agent. All of which I THINK they could have done a better job on. The unlocks are all based on respect you now have to purchase them, which i think extends the game play the cars are great. They even brough on some actual Rim companies to make them more accurate and true to like looking(Lexani for one) A nice step up, but to far out in my opinion.    … Expand
  27. Next_metal_god
    Nov 24, 2011
    7
    It has to be said, the parallels to the GTA series and it's ever familiar carjacking, cop shooting, gangbanging (bowling?) gameplay are no coincidence. But in my opinion, Saints Row: The Third is very much a worthy alternative to Rockstar's latest offering, for the most part - it was pretty clear from the beginning where Volition was taking The Third; over the top - wacky, creative,It has to be said, the parallels to the GTA series and it's ever familiar carjacking, cop shooting, gangbanging (bowling?) gameplay are no coincidence. But in my opinion, Saints Row: The Third is very much a worthy alternative to Rockstar's latest offering, for the most part - it was pretty clear from the beginning where Volition was taking The Third; over the top - wacky, creative, unadulterated, colourful fun (and all in co-op! Which is as fun as it has ever been) which for me, is why. After the incredible experience that was San Andreas, I was as excited as anyone about GTA IV. I played Saints Row and it was fun for what it was; a thinly veiled, cheap but admirably tongue in cheek GTA knock-off. And I, like a lot of people, was expecting a lot from IV. And in many ways, it delivered. But in my opinion, it missed the mark in so many others, but not to turn this into a review of GTA IV... My point is, Saints Row: The Third appeals to me because it really hits a lot of those marks GTA missed. The world is vibrant and colourful as opposed to GTA IV's washy pallet of browns and greys. The side activities at least seem worthwhile (again, bowling with Roman). The actual gameplay has improved a lot since Saints Row 2. Everything is a lot better, most notably the driving. The combat is fun and the weapons are satisfying enough. Explosions are beautiful to behold, in fact. And many of the control frustrations experienced in GTA IV and Red Dead Redemption are thankfully not a problem here. The game generally has a good sense of humour, if a little immature at times (the massive, floppy **** and balls **** bat falls into this category in my opinion) and most of the characters are enjoyable enough (although a few are just a little bit irritating, especially the pimp that talks in **** auto-tune). The story is predictably nothing incredible, what with having to hold together so many random gameplay elements, but it's enough, and when you're enjoying so many wacky co-op shenanigans, who cares? This isn't GTA, after all. And if you enjoyed Saints Row 2, you'll know what to expect.

    But as someone that really enjoyed Saints Row 2, I have a couple of small complaints. One of the fun things about Saints Row 2 was the insane amount of customisation options you could play with. Everything from your character's appearance and some fun characteristics to giving your car a tacky spoiler and retractable **** wheel scythes, chariot style. However, in The Third, Volition have sadly watered this down somewhat. Clothing is now mostly bought in outfits and aside from the predictable wacky mascot and ninja costumes there are seemingly nowhere near as many options. You can run around looking stupid but I'll bet it won't be your carefully crafted stupid, just the bright pink mascot costume you've resorted to because nothing else appealed. And I could swear there are a couple of duplicated items with different names... The car customisation offers about the same level of possibilities. The only notable additions, aside from the new cars and their options, is neon under glow and a couple of licensed bits and pieces that to me seem out of place, as someone cynical about advertising and product placement, which isn't limited to the garage, tsk tsk... And you still can't so much as change the colour of any air or water vehicles. Although it is still hilariously called 'Rim-Jobs'... It's also lacking the constant rewards you used to get upon completing the many activities, as well as ditching the eight levels format. Although the upgrades system is undeniably good.

    If I have to give it a number, it'll be a seven. It's worth playing, more so with a buddy. But as much as an improvement on the series as it is, I can't help but feel like it abandoned at least a couple of the things that made me such a fan of the last game. And chances are a fourth Saints Row would be even more of a departure... I'm sure I'll still have plenty of fun with this though, and I'm sure most of you would too.    … Expand
  28. Foxxey86
    Dec 20, 2011
    7
    This game is no where near as crazy as it would like to be, and it doesnt live up to any of the hype that came before it. But that doesnt take anything away from what is a great action game with some truely spectacular set peices. The voice acting is much better than some AAA titles out there and the story isnt to bad either. But its anything but original. Its worth a place in your gameThis game is no where near as crazy as it would like to be, and it doesnt live up to any of the hype that came before it. But that doesnt take anything away from what is a great action game with some truely spectacular set peices. The voice acting is much better than some AAA titles out there and the story isnt to bad either. But its anything but original. Its worth a place in your game collection just to get away from all those serious time consuming titles that are without a doubt in everyones collection. Great stress buster too!!… Expand
  29. pitoch
    Jan 3, 2012
    7
    The ultimate sandbox game. Don't play it with a serious mind !

    7 because the graphics are just correct and the main campaign is a bit short and confused
  30. zatch32
    Jun 14, 2013
    7
    What a letdown this game was. It pales in comparison to the first two in the series. The story was forgettable, the characters were bland, and after you beat the game, there is really no reason to keep playing. SR1 and SR2 had me playing long after I beat the story, while after I beat SR3, I didn't play much afterwards. SR1 and 2 also had a great balance of seriousness and silliness to it.What a letdown this game was. It pales in comparison to the first two in the series. The story was forgettable, the characters were bland, and after you beat the game, there is really no reason to keep playing. SR1 and SR2 had me playing long after I beat the story, while after I beat SR3, I didn't play much afterwards. SR1 and 2 also had a great balance of seriousness and silliness to it. With SR3, it is pretty much all silly all the time, nothing is meant to be taken seriously, even parts that you'd think should be. The city is also lifeless compared to Stilwater. This game was definitely one of the most disappointing games I've ever played.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#36 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#21 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#27 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. Xbox Achievements
    Feb 15, 2012
    84
    Volition 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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  2. Gamer.no
    Feb 7, 2012
    60
    Saint'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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  3. EGM
    Jan 3, 2012
    80
    Despite 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.
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