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Grand Theft Auto IV

 

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  • User Score (1342)
    8.8 8.8 from 1342 reviewers
  • Expert Score (71)
    9.3 9.3 from 71 reviewers
  • Value for money (37)
    9.5 9.5 from 37 reviewers
  • Gameplay (25)
    9.0 9.0 from 25 reviewers
  • Graphics (58)
    8.8 8.8 from 58 reviewers
  • Sound (17)
    9.1 9.1 from 17 reviewers
  • Storyline (2)
    10 10 from 2 reviewers
  • Lifespan (13)
    9.4 9.4 from 13 reviewers
  • Construction (31)
    8.9 8.9 from 31 reviewers
  • Funfactor (34)
    7.9 7.9 from 34 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. UGO

    UGO
    14 April 2010

    The fact that the console-exclusivity deal for these episodes has finally run out doesn't diminish the fact that these are two quality games bundled together for forty bucks (or less depending on where you're looking). Read more

    • you like other sandbox games, violence and strip clubs.
    • you don't like guns, drugs or R-rated movies or you bought it months ago on the 360.
  2. PlayStation Universe

    PlayStation Universe
    9.5/10
    28 September 2008

    One of the greatest video game stories ever told. It may have its flaws, but it is the most ambitious game made to date and, without a doubt, the best game so far this generation. Read more

    • Vast online experience, Stylistically unprecedented recreation of New York City, Movie-caliber storyline
    • Slight framerate dips, popin, Shooting mechanics could benefit from minor tweaking, Lack of a checkpoint system, Slight framerate dips, popin, Shooting mechanics could benefit from minor tweaking, Lack of a checkpoint system
  3. HDR

    9.0/10
    4 June 2008

    But GTA IV is not just a single-player game, as it introduces some fun multiplayer components and incorporates them well into the rest of the game. Read more

    • Multiplayer a grand addition, Best looking GTA yet, Finally a cover system, Attention to detail
    • Graphics pop-in on and offline, Same old gameplay, Plot needs tightened
  4. xbox360.gamespy.com

    10/10
    27 April 2008

    Rockstar's magnum opus is a modern-day masterpiece that could change the way the world views videogames. Read more

    • Amazing writing; incredibly detailed world; memorable characters; gorgeous visuals; impressive sound; intense combat; excellent multiplayer.
    • Occasional graphical glitches; combat can be troublesome in confined spaces; not for the easily offended; Sixaxis controls feel tacked on.
  • User Reviews

  1. Good Game Idea.

    Bestbuy
    10/10
    Reviewer: JokerSnk, Bestbuy
    27 October 2011

    I Love Gta IV. When The Two DLC Packs came out i was happy to see the add on games and play them. i think this is a very good idea to come out with a game with all the 3 on it. saves money and time. Read more

    • Everything Is Together From The DLC
    • There's Never Anything Wrong With GTA.
  2. Excelente Juego!

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Rodolfo Rossi, Amazon
    4 weeks ago

    Definitivamente uno de los mejores juegos para PS3, deberia estar dentro de la coleccion; La edicion completa, viene con un menu antes de iniciar el juego para escoger las diferentes expansiones que este trae, dentro de la Read more

  3. I Heart Liberty City - Grand Theft Auto IV

    10/10
    Reviewer: awoolcott, epinions.com
    2 weeks ago

    It's been nearly seven years since Grand Theft Auto III released, becoming one of the most influenti Read more

    • Liberty City is massive
    • And crowded
  4. Pretty fun game

    J&R
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: ÐØGŠ Mr.Orange, J&R
    17 October 2009

    This game is fun overall, and it actually makes you feel bad when you shoot someone haha their movements are almost real like.. Anyways like I said fun overall. Read more

    • Easy to Learn, Gameplay, Graphics, Great Sound, Multiplayer
    • You have to be a GTA fan
  5. Great Game, okay graphics

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: hotrod, Newegg
    28 March 2011

    for $20 why NOT get this game? It's great, the characters are great, the gameplay is great. I love it. Read more

    • Has the same things that I loved about Vice City and San Andreas, but with a lot of new features.
    • I can no longer crash motorcycles at top speed and remain uninjured...
  • WikiFreak Description

Grand Theft Auto IV

Grand Theft Auto IV, also known as GTA 4, is a sandbox-style video game developed by Scotland’s Rockstar North Ltd. This action-adventure video game was published by Rockstar Games and it was released for both the Playstation 3 and the Xbox 360 on April 29, 2008.

Setting

The game is set in a fictional city called Liberty City whose landscape and style is based heavily on New York City.

Gameplay

Players of Grand Theft Auto IV takes on the role of an Eastern European …

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Grand Theft Auto IV

Grand Theft Auto IV, also known as GTA 4, is a sandbox-style video game developed by Scotland’s Rockstar North Ltd. This action-adventure video game was published by Rockstar Games and it was released for both the Playstation 3 and the Xbox 360 on April 29, 2008.

Setting

The game is set in a fictional city called Liberty City whose landscape and style is based heavily on New York City.

Gameplay

Players of Grand Theft Auto IV takes on the role of an Eastern European war veteran named Niko Bellic. Bellic moved to Liberty City in hope of achieving the American Dream. However, he quickly becomes involved in Liberty City’s world of crime, corruption, and gangs. There, players must pursue a number of missions in order to progress in the game.

In this primarily third-person shooter and driving game, players can move around on foot by walking, running, climbing, and jumping. The characters are also capable of swimming. Players can also make use of weapons as well as engage in hand-to-hand combat. Apart from these, players can drive a number of vehicles including automobiles, motorcycles, boats, and helicopters. The same set of vehicles can be stolen by the players.

Online Multiplayer

Although it does not feature split screen or LAN multiplayer modes, Grand Theft Auto IV offers 15 online multiplayer modes that support up to 16 players. Among the available modes are Team Deathmatch, Team Mafiya Work, Team Car Jack City, Cops n’ Crooks, and Turf War. Other modes include Race, GTA Race, Hangman’s N.O.O.S.E., Deal Breaker, and Bomb da Base II. The game also features a Free Mode where players are free to explore the city without having to complete a mission.

Review Summary

Before its release the game Grand Theft Auto IV (GTA IV) has already been generating great reviews. According to a certain user who was disappointed by the fact the game is based in the Liberty City rather than in New York. Whether it is about the missions, the moment-to-moment action, the controls, the dynamic city, the technology, the graphics, or any of countless other aspects, all these are being talked about by reviewers as well as gamers who are excited about the game. Though some reviewers feel when it comes to combat, GTA IV has a lot in common to the game, Gears of War. Gamers as well as reviewers are happy to notice that GTA IV has all the expected inside features that they would want. Like the smooth and accurate control for targeting, intuitive cover mechanics and non-restrictive agility. Thanks to the way the targeting mechanics have been created, players who have never play any game in the GTA series, would be able to start out with this one easily and at the same time having lots of fun playing it. A certain reviewer quoted that the trigger-based lock-on system looks very intuitive, enabling the player to quickly move from target to target, as well as making minor movements while focusing on one target. This game has a brand new level and it is for multiple systems.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Rockstar conquers all again with the next in its city-sprawling, crime-ridden series.

  • Publisher: Rockstar Games
  • Genre: Action
  • ESRB Rating: M - (Mature)
  • ESRB Descriptor: Blood Intense Violence Partial Nudity Strong Sexual Content Use of Drugs Use of Alcohol Strong Language
  • Online: Online Gaming Support
  • HDTV Support: HDTV Support

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