Watch Dogs

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  1. spockivi
    Jul 19, 2023
    7
    Enjoyable gameplay. Sadly graphics don't live up to anything near what they showed at E3 2012. Tough levels, lots of hrs of gameplay.
  2. JCXdsonic
    May 9, 2023
    6
    Potencial desperdiciado, es un buen juego después de todo pero al ver su trailer ves el gran Downgrade
  3. RTCWFAN
    May 5, 2023
    8
    If you mix GTA with Assassins Creed and push it into a hacker setting, you get Watch Dogs. And it works well. This was before the Ubisoft formula got repetitive and boring. Overall rating: 8,1.
  4. farrrullll
    Jan 27, 2023
    9
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  5. Joe2539
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
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  6. BRuTaL_MeXiKiNG
    Nov 25, 2022
    9
    I think nowadays video game "CRITICS" over-analyze games and tend to criticize and penalize game scores for borrowing elements from other games but don't give enough credit for the originality the game itself offers. This is one of those games, i have read at least 5 reviews of this game and one thing i don't like is how they say that this game borrows elements from GTA V but that itI think nowadays video game "CRITICS" over-analyze games and tend to criticize and penalize game scores for borrowing elements from other games but don't give enough credit for the originality the game itself offers. This is one of those games, i have read at least 5 reviews of this game and one thing i don't like is how they say that this game borrows elements from GTA V but that it doesn't measure up, seriously? yes this is an open world game but it's not trying to be GTA, the hacking aspect of it just proves this isn't a GTA clone, it's an original and interesting game with really cool mini-games and a pretty cool multiplayer mode also.

    The graphics in this game are awesome, it's not going to blow your mind but it compares favorably to any other next gen game considering the size and scope of the city and it's inhabitants. I like the variety of vehicles to choose from (not as much as GTA V but still varied enough), if we're going to compare elements then i'll say one thing, the shooting and cover elements in Watch Dogs are a lot better than GTA but the driving mechanics a little clunky but still decent enough.

    Overall i'd say this game more than merits it's $59.99 price tag with a long story mode, multiplayer, mini games and side misions. Instead of whining about games borrowing elements from other games, let's be honest , what game hasn't borrowed elements from past games at all? instead of criticizing that let's just applaud how developers are able to take elements from other games and are able to mesh those elements with original ones in order to come up with such awesome games regardless of genre or platform.    … Expand
  7. siracademic
    Sep 15, 2022
    9
    this is genuinely one of my favorite games ever, top 5 at least. great story, memorable villains, and the small details get me every time. play this game.
  8. Zeneko90
    Jul 14, 2022
    8
    Nettes. Spiel es hat echt viel Spaß gemacht. Mehr davon! Nicht zu lang, nicht zu kurz. Genau richtig.
  9. Masturbinho69
    May 5, 2022
    10
    THE BEST WATCH DOGS IN WATCH DOGS SERIES
    Aiden was the best protagonist in this game also story had sense not as in watch dogs 2.
    and xbox one port is very stable and playable. I finished this game almost 5 times.
    On xbox one I not found glitches. Just must need game
  10. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 29, 2021
    7
    Atmosphere: 8
    Enjoyment: 8
    Gameplay: 7
    Graphics: 7
    Music: 5
    Story: 7
    Total: 7.00
  11. samtab872
    Nov 17, 2021
    8
    Really good game, while it’s not a masterpiece, it’s certainly pleasant to play. The story and the city have that gritty atmosphere which is just top notch. Plus lots of side activities are a nice touch.
  12. oldmaster1818
    Oct 15, 2021
    7
    Watch dogs was a surprising good game that did most things quite well. Set in an awesome location, it was a lively city with plenty of activities, and with the ability to hack most things lent itself to a good experience. Sure, the game could have been better, but for a new Ubisoft brand, I was happy enough.

    Pros- Very well designed city (with nice rendering, reflections, chimney    Watch dogs was a surprising good game that did most things quite well. Set in an awesome location, it was a lively city with plenty of activities, and with the ability to hack most things lent itself to a good experience. Sure, the game could have been better, but for a new Ubisoft brand, I was happy enough.

    Pros-
    Very well designed city (with nice rendering, reflections, chimney smoke effects and water)
    Voice acting is top shelf
    James Dean lookalike in that coat!
    Hacking games are great fun
    Jumping camera to camera is brilliant
    Texas Holdem/Chess is a nice diversion
    Storyline/Campaign was nicely serious in tone, and not over-the-top like GTA/Saints
    Weather-Rain system rocked!
    Chicago looks lovely at night
    Heaps of weapons

    Cons-
    Driving felt floaty and simple, although I did get used to it
    Clothing options are only reskins
    Npc's faces and modelling gets very repetitive
    Song-track listing should have been so much better
    No customization on vehicles or weapons
    The final mission had both good parts and poor parts unfortunately.

    Also note that the dead zone on the control pad was so tiny that my worn out Xbox kept making the character auto walk everywhere. With no option to change the dead zone or a second controller the game soon became a chore. Only play this this game with new devices!

    Game Content- 8 out of ten
    Fun Factor- 7 out of ten

    Overall- 7.5    … Expand
  13. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Aug 25, 2021
    8
    "Watch Dogs" is "Grand Theft Auto" for the Wi-Fi generation. Set in a futuristic Chicago where everything is connected online, it's an action game that features a smart phone as the main weapon. The game includes all the usual gunfights, foot and car chases that you would expect in a GTA clone. But what it sets it apart is the hacker aspect. You can use your phone to hack into any"Watch Dogs" is "Grand Theft Auto" for the Wi-Fi generation. Set in a futuristic Chicago where everything is connected online, it's an action game that features a smart phone as the main weapon. The game includes all the usual gunfights, foot and car chases that you would expect in a GTA clone. But what it sets it apart is the hacker aspect. You can use your phone to hack into any electronic item that is online. There is also plenty of side-missions and diversions that keep the game from feeling stale. "Watch Dogs" might have not lived up to expectations, but it's still a very entertaining action title. I would rate it with an 8.4 out of 10.… Expand
  14. CloudStrife05
    Aug 23, 2021
    8
    I enjoyed Watch Dogs. It did get repetitive but all in all I took it for what it is worth.
  15. Anatoliy_DeVile
    Aug 11, 2021
    9
    Watch Dogs, ясное дело, — это первая часть на сегодняшний день уже трилогии и старт одной из самых успешных линеек игр от Ubisoft. Первые Сторожевые Псы вышли в далеком уже 2014 году и это слегка напрягало, давненько уж. Мы-то с женой прошли сначала вторую часть, затем слопали с удовольствием великолепный Legion. Вот особенно после яркой весьма реалистичной лондонской хакерской историиWatch Dogs, ясное дело, — это первая часть на сегодняшний день уже трилогии и старт одной из самых успешных линеек игр от Ubisoft. Первые Сторожевые Псы вышли в далеком уже 2014 году и это слегка напрягало, давненько уж. Мы-то с женой прошли сначала вторую часть, затем слопали с удовольствием великолепный Legion. Вот особенно после яркой весьма реалистичной лондонской хакерской истории гнать к корням в Чикаго было страшновато. Опасения в итоге были напрасны, ибо игра, сверхочевидно, до сих пор прекрасно поддерживается разработчиками и выглядит на текущий момент конечно не круче Легиона, но однозначно лучше второй части. К слову, ее-то мы прошли более года назад, возможно в ней тоже гайки успели подкрутить. Итак возвращаемся к Watch Dogs номер 1. Первая часть как ни странно не поведает нам душераздирающую присказку основания DedSec, они тут будут, но роль их какая-то второго и даже третьего плана. Ребята вроде бы за справедливость идейно, но их тут совсем мало и ничем они особым не запомнились, разве что редкими допмиссиями, за которые отваливали хорошие пушки ну и по сюжету изредка мелькали. А вот точно мы узнаем много об Эйдене Пирсе — хакере, который мстит за смерть своей племянницы. В поисках виноватых наш протагонист не чурается вписаться в бандитские разборки, находит внезапно предателей среди своих друзей, при этом получает поддержку от новых знакомых, доходит до самых верхушек прогнившей власти, которая охотно сотрудничает с боссами чикагской мафии. Видимо Эйден очень любил свою племяшку, раз поднял на уши весь город. Сценарий сносный, звезд с неба не хватает и до мурашек не пробирает, но для крепкого боевичка вполне себе сойдет. Геймплей традиционно прекрасен и не уступает двум последующим частям и даже где-то их превосходит — преимущественно это касается большого разнообразия огнестрельного оружия и приятной стрельбы из него и, даже с управлением автомобилями я проблем никаких не увидел, наслышан что раньше ругали, не Codemasters конечно, но весьма недурно, с учетом что это побочный процесс в игре. Ловушки в первом Watch Dogs работают на мгновенное нажатие в отличие от того к чему мы уже привыкли. Есть у Эйдена Пирса макспэйновское замедление времени для более четкого прицеливания в бошки вражеских юнитов, тоже вполне себе полезный навык. Да и примочек в первой части у нашего героя достаточно много, и я вот некоторые из них не припомню в последующих Сторожевых Псах — такие как блэкаут- достаточно прикольная фишка с временным отключением всего света в районе, или гаситель сканеров полиции. Общий уровень сложности игры показался повыше чем во второй и третьей части, что ей пошло только на пользу.… Expand
  16. zezeljmare
    Jul 1, 2021
    4
    EN:
    Below average game. Missions are boring, hacking has no "soul"... The map is strange. Shooting and driving a car like a "plastic". Ubisoft did a bad job, there are a lot of bugs, glitches and lags...
    SRB: Ispodprosečna igra. Misije su dosadne, hakovanje nema "dušu"... Mapa je čudna. Napucavanje i vožnja automobila "plastični". Ubisoft je uradio loš posao, mnogo je bagova, gličeva    EN:
    Below average game. Missions are boring, hacking has no "soul"... The map is strange. Shooting and driving a car like a "plastic". Ubisoft did a bad job, there are a lot of bugs, glitches and lags...

    SRB:
    Ispodprosečna igra. Misije su dosadne, hakovanje nema "dušu"... Mapa je čudna. Napucavanje i vožnja automobila "plastični". Ubisoft je uradio loš posao, mnogo je bagova, gličeva i lagova...    … Expand
  17. TommyDark
    Jun 27, 2021
    8
    A very good game. Great plot, nice gameplay. The graphics are old but not in the way. I recommend to everyone.
  18. MonkiReviews
    Apr 24, 2021
    8
    It is a good game. The game play is good, hacking is a nice feature, and works well with the story. The weapons are awesome, and are useful. The ending was good, and the only slow part was in the beginning scenes. Online modes are okay, but needed work. Fun game, recommend this.
  19. punkmilitia
    Dec 12, 2020
    8
    The setting is brilliant, the graphics were a slight let down but overall fun and unique. Rate it 82.
  20. zNeverSleeping
    Oct 29, 2020
    7
    ---{Graphics}---
    ☐ You forget what reality is
    ☐ Beautiful ☐ Good X Decent ☐ Bad ☐ Don‘t look too long at it ☐ MS-DOS ---{Gameplay}--- ☐ Very good ☐ Good X It‘s just gameplay ☐ Mehh ☐ Watch paint dry instead ☐ Just don't ---{Audio}--- ☐ Eargasm ☐ Very good X Good ☐ Not too bad ☐ Bad ☐ I'm now deaf ---{Audience}--- ☐ Kids X Teens X Adults ☐ All    ---{Graphics}---
    ☐ You forget what reality is
    ☐ Beautiful
    ☐ Good
    X Decent
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ Don‘t look too long at it
    ☐ MS-DOS

    ---{Gameplay}---
    ☐ Very good
    ☐ Good
    X It‘s just gameplay
    ☐ Mehh
    ☐ Watch paint dry instead
    ☐ Just don't

    ---{Audio}---
    ☐ Eargasm
    ☐ Very good
    X Good
    ☐ Not too bad
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ I'm now deaf

    ---{Audience}---
    ☐ Kids
    X Teens
    X Adults
    ☐ All

    ---{Difficulity}---
    ☐ Just press 'W'
    ☐ Easy
    X Significant brain usage
    ☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
    ☐ Difficult
    ☐ Dark Souls

    ---{Story}---
    ☐ No Story
    ☐ Some lore
    X Average
    ☐ Good
    ☐ Lovely
    ☐ It‘ll replace your life

    ---{Game Time}---
    ☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
    ☐ Short
    X Average ☐ Long ☐ To infinity and beyond ---{Price}--- ☐ It’s free! ☐ Worth the price X If u have some spare money left ☐ Not recommended ☐ You could also just burn your money ---{Bugs}--- ☐ Never heard of X Minor bugs ☐ Can get annoying ☐ ARK: Survival Evolved ☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs    … Expand
  21. tom974
    Sep 9, 2020
    6
    Not a bad game, but I must agree with the reviews saying the game is under delivered. Graphics are good for 2014, there are some good gameplay ideas. But doing so little with so much of a concept is just a shame. The game is quite basic, period. The number of sidequests is disproportionate regarding the main story, and their variety doesn't bring a good point either. Characters are plain,Not a bad game, but I must agree with the reviews saying the game is under delivered. Graphics are good for 2014, there are some good gameplay ideas. But doing so little with so much of a concept is just a shame. The game is quite basic, period. The number of sidequests is disproportionate regarding the main story, and their variety doesn't bring a good point either. Characters are plain, main story expeditive.… Expand
  22. AnasDh
    May 6, 2019
    8
    WATCH DOGS is the perfect beginning to a new generation of video games. This game has so much value even after 5 years of its release. Criminally underrated. A classic.
  23. Quietlionmusic
    Mar 25, 2019
    6
    Best open world game yet. This game never seems to have a dull moment. There are so many different things to do and you want to do them all. Multiplayer is very unique and merges seamlessly with the normal gameplay. There are tons of side quests, mysteries to solve and objectives in addition to the immersive story line.

    My favorite aspect of the game is the fact that you can accomplish    Best open world game yet. This game never seems to have a dull moment. There are so many different things to do and you want to do them all. Multiplayer is very unique and merges seamlessly with the normal gameplay. There are tons of side quests, mysteries to solve and objectives in addition to the immersive story line.

    My favorite aspect of the game is the fact that you can accomplish tasks in different ways. You can go in stealth and hack your way in, bring down your enemies with the environment or you can go in guns blazing (and there are many guns to choose from).

    Graphically the game is beautiful. There is an absurd amount of detail. When you go to a fast food place you can read the menu. I have never seen an open world game with so much detail. This game was worth the wait and the extra time Ubisoft Montreal spent on it.

    If the game fine tuned the bugs out, it would be much better.    … Expand
  24. calanga
    Nov 6, 2018
    6
    If you dont have nothing to play try this not to bad but not the best game ever, just a mediocre level of videogame with a open world
  25. Andremax
    Sep 10, 2018
    4
    Highly hyped few time before its releasing. Too much noise for a cheap copy of GTA, with several bugs and boring missions. You can give a copy of this game to your youngest cousin plays and having fun without having idea what he/her is playing.
  26. jugadorhardcore
    Sep 6, 2018
    0
    ubisoft is way back to make a dencent action rpg game. complete waste of money. and that a lot to said...
  27. alexstunky
    May 25, 2018
    7
    No soy de los que les importa la capacidad gráfica que ofrece el juego, aun que si es un punto muy importante, pero no lo es todo, sin embargo aquí si debo de ser honesto, vaya mentira por parte de Ubisoft lo mostrado en gráficos para presentar esto.
    sin embargo no es un mal juego, es entretenido, aun que si faltaron demasiadas cosas para poder hacerle competencia a GTA V como ellos se lo    No soy de los que les importa la capacidad gráfica que ofrece el juego, aun que si es un punto muy importante, pero no lo es todo, sin embargo aquí si debo de ser honesto, vaya mentira por parte de Ubisoft lo mostrado en gráficos para presentar esto.
    sin embargo no es un mal juego, es entretenido, aun que si faltaron demasiadas cosas para poder hacerle competencia a GTA V como ellos se lo propusieron. Su historia esta entretenida, mecánicas muy interesantes por hackeo, aun que la conducción es muy mala en ciertas situaciones.
    Conclusión: Tiene potencial esta saga, ojala con entregas futuras mejores este concepto de hackeo que tiene buena pinta.    … Expand
  28. CenkAlp
    Jan 2, 2018
    6
    Hikaye = 7
    Oynanış = 6
    Grafikler = 7
    Sesler = 7
    Keyif = 6
    Atmosfer = 7
    Süre = 6
  29. PancaikMan1337
    Dec 21, 2017
    4
    Watch Dogs is not good. Moving feels bleh, covering isn't very fun, running is a pain, driving is a pain, shooting is alright... this game controls badly. Also, the terrible story, bad plot twists, lifeless characters, and boring campaigns don't help this game. The open world SUCKS and the game is full of filler tasks. Online Free Roam is the most fun I had in this game, but controls didWatch Dogs is not good. Moving feels bleh, covering isn't very fun, running is a pain, driving is a pain, shooting is alright... this game controls badly. Also, the terrible story, bad plot twists, lifeless characters, and boring campaigns don't help this game. The open world SUCKS and the game is full of filler tasks. Online Free Roam is the most fun I had in this game, but controls did make it less fun. It has some good moments, like... the hacking is fun at points, and online free roam is fun with pals... that's about it. If you want a big open world game to play with friends while rioting against police, have a large amount of guns to use, want a singleplayer, and have a blast in a big openworld? PLAY GRAND THEFT AUTO.… Expand
  30. Rafizans
    Aug 8, 2017
    6
    Upon its E3 reveal, Watch Dogs quickly became one of my most anticipated games coming on 2014. Ultimately, I was disappointed, as the promises made (especially the graphics) failed to meet my expectations. It was not a downright terrible game, it was in fact decent, but there were glaring flaws that kept me from enjoying the game to its full potential. Firstly, driving around Chicago is aUpon its E3 reveal, Watch Dogs quickly became one of my most anticipated games coming on 2014. Ultimately, I was disappointed, as the promises made (especially the graphics) failed to meet my expectations. It was not a downright terrible game, it was in fact decent, but there were glaring flaws that kept me from enjoying the game to its full potential. Firstly, driving around Chicago is a hassle, as it is very difficult to handle your driving, making it easily to collide with pedestrians and vehicles. I don't really care that much for the characters because they seem one dimensional and poorly-written. The concept story is interesting but becomes mostly predictable and generic. On a positive note though, the gunplay feels solid and works well with the stealth mechanic. And although the hacking is simple (you only have to press 'x' most of the time), watching the effect it has on portions of the city is quite entertaining to say the least. Not a game I'd necessarily recommend because there are many other open world games that play much better than Watch Dogs. It's an average game that tries to be ambitious, but stays too true to the formula.… Expand
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#32 Best Xbox One Game of 2014
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#9 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2014
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#16 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2014

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Metascore
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Pure Xbox
    Oct 21, 2014
    80
    If you were expecting Watch Dogs to take the genre in new directions then you’re going to be sorely disappointed. With that being said, Watch Dogs is still an engaging and often times surprising action game.
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  2. The Digital Fix
    Jun 25, 2014
    70
    With this introduction to the world of hacking Ubisoft have created a behemoth of an IP, one that promises much. Like its predecessor though, we’ll have to wait for the tighter and more focussed second iteration, removing what didn’t work and improving that which did, to realise that full potential.
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  3. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Jun 3, 2014
    70
    Consistently entertaining but lacking in originality, Watch Dogs boasts a hugely promising concept but finds itself coasting along on the triumphs of others. You won’t be disappointed, but you won’t be surprised either.
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