Dead Rising 4

 Xbox One
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4.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 396 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 152 out of 396
  2. Mixed: 53 out of 396
  3. Negative: 191 out of 396
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  1. nismo10
    May 15, 2021
    10
    No se porque tanto hate, lo estoy jugando y lo estoy amando, no se porque me dejé llevar por reseñas de gente amargada
  2. Fliesrule
    Dec 22, 2016
    10
    "IZ NOT LIEK THE OTHER ONEZ N IZ DIFFERENT THEREFORE IT IZZZZZZZ BAD GOIZ". Every negative comment. Innovation, changes and things added to make the game different =/ bad. I can't believe someone even has to explain that.
  3. Taka35
    Jan 10, 2017
    10
    I very much enjoyed Dead Rising 4. There's a solid core plot, and many optional sidequests that appear for a limited amount of time. And completing all of these involves running around slaughtering the undead or psychopathic humans with almost any object in the world. You can also build combo weapons in order more easily dispatch your enemies.

    Combo weapons and vehicles allow for more    I very much enjoyed Dead Rising 4. There's a solid core plot, and many optional sidequests that appear for a limited amount of time. And completing all of these involves running around slaughtering the undead or psychopathic humans with almost any object in the world. You can also build combo weapons in order more easily dispatch your enemies.

    Combo weapons and vehicles allow for more ludicrous attacks. It's hard to express the satisfaction of taking out dozens of zombies at once with an axe taped to a sledgehammer, swung in insane circles. These gain extra Prestige Points when used on zombies, helping Frank to level up.

    I found that boss fights were a little better in Dead Rising 3, but they're still engaging and fun in Dead Rising 4. The fights can sometimes prove to be weird and unexpected, and that is a welcome feature. The autosave function is very good as well. The old DR games had terrible save features, and this game has perfected that feature. After spending 20+ hours with Dead Rising 4, I can't recommend the game enough.    … Expand
  4. MrSir
    Jan 4, 2017
    10
    Honestly, I really like this game. Usually, I don't get into these types of goofy and over-the-top games. But I rented it just to see how it is and I loved it so much I just decided to buy it. I love that almost anything found can be used as a weapon. I especially love the combo weapons and vehicles that I can craft using multiple items. A cement saw and a sledgehammer are good weaponsHonestly, I really like this game. Usually, I don't get into these types of goofy and over-the-top games. But I rented it just to see how it is and I loved it so much I just decided to buy it. I love that almost anything found can be used as a weapon. I especially love the combo weapons and vehicles that I can craft using multiple items. A cement saw and a sledgehammer are good weapons individually, but duct tape them together and it's an even better weapon. It never gets old trying out the different weapons and vehicles and then slaughtering hordes of zombies, all while completing missions and hunting for collectibles. And the selfies you can take anywhere and with funny facial expressions is a nice touch as well. This game frequently brought a genuine laugh and smile to my face quite often. It may not be a serious game like what I usually spend my time with but it sure is a lot of fun.… Expand
  5. cforthewin
    Dec 8, 2016
    10
    The game if full of great fun and the destruction of tens of thousands of zombies along with the city makes the game terrific fun. But I think I preferred the original voice actor for Frank West.
  6. Xpro
    Dec 9, 2016
    10
    The best game the capcom made, its a masterpiece, great game, lots of weapons, vast world, suits are amazing, Frank is best than ever. The best Dead Rising.
  7. Fahedq8_90
    Dec 6, 2016
    10
    The game is good i love this gameing cap com put Why weak results And vice versa is the game beautiful But no one appreciates tired of others I see do not have imaging problems
  8. DormitoryHD
    Dec 6, 2016
    10
    It's a pretty decent game with some characters, who make a good campaign and story with multiplayer, with a crazy and funky weapons catalog. Not to mention the graphics and 60 fps, a cooperative mode for 4 players that make it fun! But ... hopefully capcom does not **** with the DLC's. Overall: The best video game in the saga!

    Note:10!
  9. alessio2
    Jan 28, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. PORQUE SIM huehue jianhinaivniwopaENJQ0INEFMAApopopopoponjoisabgvujehiqbfaurhaeubfhyirthiouj4bojhqwrfhikaqwrbfpiuAwsbFDHIH43FUJRBRWYURFDHBNUGH2QBOUPJ3HQR798hqenbgt34oipwqbryuhdsbvhg5yhjfk… Expand
  10. mbox
    Dec 9, 2016
    10
    This is a fun game fun guns fun music and very food physics in game the character is good and the gameplay Is fast and beautiful and destruction of thousands of zombies vow
  11. dlwatso15
    Dec 9, 2016
    10
    Excellent addition to the series. Everything the fans were asking for and more. Sure, there are some fans that only play Dead Rising and other games because they love to complain, they have made some false reviews out of hipster hate.

    All in all, it's a terrific game and a fantastic Dead Rising game. Have fun!
  12. Coldist
    Dec 10, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There are bunch of plus or minus but I think its great fun. I really enjoy playing it. Returning to mall was great and I missed taking weird photographs. There are crazy amount of zombies which I like it. Exo suit was nice but not my favourite. I wish they invest more combo weapons and cars rather then exo suit. At the end I really enjoy playing the game. There is no Co-OP by the way but online was fun enough so did not search any co-op.… Expand
  13. VideoGamesLover
    Dec 16, 2016
    10
    Dead Rising 4 is fun as hell! If you liked Zombieland - go and buy this one! Thousends of zombies you can kill whatever you want! This game will give you only good feelings and smile on your face.
  14. bear00766
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Craziness in its purest! Love this game ! And looking forward to more from dead Rising! very good game and very funny
  15. MOLEX3000
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Craziness in its purest! Love this game ! And looking forward to more from dead Rising!
  16. Joe2539
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
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  17. Average_gamer13
    Jun 22, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ok so you may think I'm insane about this but as a fan of the series but not getting to play any of the previous 3, I actually love this game. 1. The story may be linear and boring at times but honestly its cus they didn't have much time for the game. 2.Although the gameplay is a lot different to previous games the parts added or changed make it honestly more fun and enjoyable. Like let's say the exo suit. It may be op but really I think its awesome plus u get be all bad ass ripping zombies to shreds with this new suit. Only down side is u only get it in certain instances which means it is sorta fair cus others don't like it. 3. psychos may not be in the game but at least we have maniacs. May not be as good but at least its something.
    4. The humor and stuff in the game is funny at times like when Frank tries escaping a room by throwing a chair at the wall.
    5. Although at times Frank may be annoying or just a jerk its kinda better since it shows a new personality on someone we have seen before and know all of their tropes. The redesign is actually good aswell. Making him look better and at the same time also somehow making him younger. I honestly think its a good game and anyone who loves games that u play as a badass human with some humor as u run and kill things and even parkour (which I like personally) then u should play this game. Also the characters actually have personality unlike certain games.    … Expand
  18. Rubius25
    Jan 10, 2017
    9
    I found Dead Rising 4 to be a very good game. Sadly, the game seems much smaller and much less complete than Dead Rising 3. I personally think Dead Rising 3 was a perfect masterpiece, whereas DR4 seems a little rushed. For example, the map in DR3 felt huge and almost overwhelming at times. The map in DR4 on the other hand isn’t quite as impressive, at least in terms of scale. Initially itI found Dead Rising 4 to be a very good game. Sadly, the game seems much smaller and much less complete than Dead Rising 3. I personally think Dead Rising 3 was a perfect masterpiece, whereas DR4 seems a little rushed. For example, the map in DR3 felt huge and almost overwhelming at times. The map in DR4 on the other hand isn’t quite as impressive, at least in terms of scale. Initially it seems huge, because it’s not easy to get from A-B when a couple of thousand zombies are lurching into your way, but once crowd-dispersing combo weapons are in play its boundaries become all too apparent.

    Fortunately a lot of great features form DR3 have been carried over in DR4. There are more than enough optional objectives, such as rescuing other survivors, battling ‘psycho’ bosses, or collecting a healthy smattering of blueprints for new weapon types. The game needed a little more polish, and I wish there were more drivable cars and combo vehicles like in DR3, but all in all, DR4 is a fantastic game.    … Expand
  19. Rysingzombie
    Dec 9, 2016
    9
    I am really not surprised by all the negative reviews. Most of them are probably Sony fan boys crying because it is a time exclusive and they have to wait for this game. In all honesty I have to say that this is probably my favorite Dead Rising game in the franchise. The story is awesome, the setting and music is fantastic (finally I have a Christmas game to play), the graphics are prettyI am really not surprised by all the negative reviews. Most of them are probably Sony fan boys crying because it is a time exclusive and they have to wait for this game. In all honesty I have to say that this is probably my favorite Dead Rising game in the franchise. The story is awesome, the setting and music is fantastic (finally I have a Christmas game to play), the graphics are pretty amazing considering all the action taking place on screen, and it is just a blast to play! It can be very addicting leveling Frank up and I enjoy the fact that whether I can play it for hours, or just a few minutes, each time I feel like I have accomplished something. In the previous games I did not enjoy the timer because I always felt hurried and never got to explore and look for all the weapons, blueprints, clothing, and secrets. I do miss co-op in the campaign, but I am having so much fun playing this gem of a video game that I am willing to give it a 9 out of 10!… Expand
  20. Ekko
    Dec 10, 2016
    9
    I think something off with the scoring here. 4.9 (as of now) is weirdly low for a game as fun as this. Is it perfect? No. Is it GOTY-material or something, that you'll want to play in two years again? Probably not. Still, it's a fun package and lovable amalgamation of that cosy christmassy atmosphere, the movie 'Breandead', bits of MacGyver and some silly one-liners that range fromI think something off with the scoring here. 4.9 (as of now) is weirdly low for a game as fun as this. Is it perfect? No. Is it GOTY-material or something, that you'll want to play in two years again? Probably not. Still, it's a fun package and lovable amalgamation of that cosy christmassy atmosphere, the movie 'Breandead', bits of MacGyver and some silly one-liners that range from 5th-grade humor to something clever enough to amuse the self proclaimed humorous elite. (Mostly not, though, tbh.)
    The gameplay seems a little stale compared with games like the Arkham series, it's mostly button-mashing (-mostly only one, too), but that doesn't mean it's not fun. It feels crazy fulfilling to mow through hordes of zombies with bizarre weapon constructions while wearing a 50's housewife dress and a fedora.
    Storyline is indeed a little short, as some have mentioned. If you know that beforehand, though, you can mix your objectives 50% plot related, 50% side missions. I played through the game in about 22+ hours and just now finished the story. There's rumor about some DLC-ending, but that isn't out yet, so can't comment on that. Ending feels fine, though, to me.
    I loved DR3 already, so I was sure I'd like this one too. I never played DR1 and 2, so I can't tell you how I'd feel about DR4 having done so. Some here seem disappointed by the missing timer, but I can't say I miss it. I prefer to explore. As someone who feels at home in most things weird, odd and mixed, leading to that special feeling that you can't explain to others, I really love this game. It just makes me happy. It's so jolly, obscure, un-serious and colorful while fun to play. I don't get why people give it a 1/10. Seriously, that's just hating around. It's not for everyone and certainly not perfect, but to you, dear reader: This is not a 4.9. The internet does its weird thing again, don't let that influence you.    … Expand
  21. LeafBurningSky
    Jan 3, 2017
    9
    I came into Dead Rising 4 without any expectations. I've played the first Dead Rising, and wasn't a huge fan, really. Killing zombies was fun, but I've always disliked things with timers. I didn't play DR 2 or 3, and because I can't compare DR4 to either of those. It may be because of this that I'm enjoying DR4 so much. As other's say, it's not terribly difficult, but I'm still enjoyingI came into Dead Rising 4 without any expectations. I've played the first Dead Rising, and wasn't a huge fan, really. Killing zombies was fun, but I've always disliked things with timers. I didn't play DR 2 or 3, and because I can't compare DR4 to either of those. It may be because of this that I'm enjoying DR4 so much. As other's say, it's not terribly difficult, but I'm still enjoying the large map, abundance of enemies to kill, and fun weapons to wield. Progression feels good with leveling happening at a satisfying and rewarding rate. Frank West's dialogue is well done, and the humor adds to the experience.

    Many of the negative reviews I've seen have come from people that have played the earlier installments and were expecting more of the same. I seem to be part of the new demographic that they're targeting, and I guess I'm happy for that.    … Expand
  22. BN333
    Dec 10, 2016
    9
    Trades in some of the more disjointed experiences of past games, focusing on a more open, sunset overdrive level of pure enjoyment. The game is an appropriate follow up to DR3, mixed with new ideas and older elements from the original, OTR, the CTYD Wii re-worked title. Thematically much of the game is based around Christmas, its open world is tied around the Holiday Season.

    The game no    Trades in some of the more disjointed experiences of past games, focusing on a more open, sunset overdrive level of pure enjoyment. The game is an appropriate follow up to DR3, mixed with new ideas and older elements from the original, OTR, the CTYD Wii re-worked title. Thematically much of the game is based around Christmas, its open world is tied around the Holiday Season.

    The game no longer requires online f.a.q. checking to get the real ending, as the game follows a single cohesive narrative. Those worried they would miss something, or miss the real canon ending or receive timer based game overs, need not worry. The game allows you to complete tasks without missing elements, a perceived drawback of early titles. New Leveling up items and a much higher leveling up system gives you more to work towards. Weapons are more creative then previous entries and you can carry over all your progress to a Game+ on completion. Game escalates difficulty half way through the game.

    Maniacs are the new "psychopath" characters, a cohesive group of enemies to eliminate, rather then characters which you could easily miss in previous games due to timer issues. Numerous aspects of the game you would have missed in earlier titles are accessible, but the game does get harder towards the end.. Elements from the original, off the record and chop till you drop type minigames and standbox elements also return.

    Combat and gameplay are enhanced, and while the game does eliminate the "overtime mode", (the extended post game mode fetch quest to pad out the game) this game allows you to explore, complete side content from the get go without fear of game over or screwing up your later game progress.

    However, like older games from the past, the overtime mode was previously included to stretch the games story a little longer then it needed to be. However the combination of the game+, the more cohesive story (which will lead into 2 sequels) the 'open' exploration and the new toys are far more enjoyable overall.

    This game caters well to both old and new, (similar to the predecessor).    … Expand
  23. nibblo
    Jan 7, 2017
    9
    Great game. The graphics are some of the best I've seen all year, great lighting and shadows, everything done properly no shortcuts or bs, particle effects from weapons are superb, zombies look good, weather effects (just snow really) are awesome and there's great variety in the locales going from malls and suburban houses to industrial and military complexes.
    Game play is a step up from    Great game. The graphics are some of the best I've seen all year, great lighting and shadows, everything done properly no shortcuts or bs, particle effects from weapons are superb, zombies look good, weather effects (just snow really) are awesome and there's great variety in the locales going from malls and suburban houses to industrial and military complexes.
    Game play is a step up from previous games as the response times on animations are improved from previous games and there are more combo weapons/vehicles as well as the exo suit and accompanying power ups which have to be seen to be believed. Some of the powerups are the best game mechanics I've come across in my 30+ of gaming, you have to actually play them to appreciate them.
    Story is rather generic but the dialogue is great, Frank says some very witty things even in throw away conversations, it's that attention to detail that make this game great and every NPC has something to say.
    Minuses would be that after about 40/50 hours you recognise a repetitive loop that is based around safe houses, panic rooms and weapon caches found with your scanner. Luckily the main quests/maniacs and just the sheer joy of destroying things makes up for it though all this doesn't really matter until you get past the 30 hour mark.
    I thank the gods it has also got rid of the timer/escort missions/toilet saves. To me they were just there to pad out the game and were given a cheap challange angle to hide their obvious we are too lazy to make a proper full length game. Hopefully the main game never returns to that.
    The sound effects are awesome, guns, combo weapons, vehicles, zombie noises and music are all top notch though there is an annoying reverb on most voices wherever you may be, inside outside in a sewer or in a house.
    Upgrades, collectibles and just the overall menu system are done very well, this is how to do menu's, the background holiday themed faux jazz muzak is very clever and funny.
    This is definitely one of my games of the year, if it sounds remotely fun to you go out and get it, just 100% fun in digital form. Don't believe the haters, they come from 2 main groups, PS4 owners who are annoyed that it is a timed exclusives and people who believe it or not liked the escort missions and timer?!?. Both groups are artificially scoring it low so take them with a bucket of salt.    … Expand
  24. Werepuffin
    Jan 23, 2017
    9
    I thoroughly enjoyed my Zombie killing adventure with Frank. Yes, DR4 will not win any awards for game of the year, only fungal based zombie games get those. I think PS4 folks are a lil butt hurt over the exclusivity and they're manipulating this review.

    Too bad, I played this at a friend's place a few nights ago for about 6 hours and we had a blast.
  25. HAHDGSFH8TRGH
    Dec 13, 2016
    9
    Un juego muy bien hecho, divertido e interesante. Lo único que no me a gustado mucho de este juego es la trama de la historia pero por lo demás es un muy buen juego en mi opinion
  26. michael2016
    Dec 23, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. doesn't deserve 4.2 rating which madden nfl … Expand
  27. KTS0228
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    Very enjoyable game. Best of the series so far. I certainly hope they make more games in this series.
  28. Toz123
    Nov 1, 2020
    9
    This game is not really cool because this game haves lags,bugs but the story mode is really cool.this a 9/10 for me
  29. DJScott77
    Jan 21, 2017
    8
    I know I'm in the minority here but i actually enjoyed the game a lot more without the timer. Obviously, there are many others who did not. I felt like I could take my time and explore and see what all the game had to offer. Hopefully, the next game can strike a balance where there will be an option to play the campaign with or without the timer.
  30. FinalRound
    Dec 6, 2016
    8
    Minor technical issues aside, the game is a blast. Finer tuned mechanics, streamlined inventory management and a combo vehicle accessible map makes returning to Willamette a worth while experience. Less gimmick, more fun. - I also guarantee at the time of writing this that the majority of severely negative reviews from users are people who haven't actually played the game at all.
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#15 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2016
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#12 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2016

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Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 86 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 37 out of 86
  3. Negative: 3 out of 86
  1. Edge Magazine
    Feb 15, 2017
    60
    It's hard to complain too much about the absence of peril when you're wearing the bottom half of a chicken suit. [Feb 2017, p.114]
  2. CD-Action
    Feb 13, 2017
    70
    Dead Rising 4 has some obvious flaws, like a shallow story, poorly executed co-op and the difficulty level that is nonexistent for anyone who has a tiniest bit of gaming experience, but I honestly enjoyed killing almost 15.000 zombies throughout the campaign. [02/2017, p.26]
  3. New Game Network
    Feb 7, 2017
    60
    Despite a few improvements, Dead Rising 4 falls short in too many areas to earn a recommendation. A passable entry in the zombie slaying franchise that wastes the return of its original hero.
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