Grand Theft Auto IV

Product/Game Information

Platform: Playstation 3

ESRB Rating: Mature

Media: Video Game

Product Features

Carry on the Grand Theft Auto tradition playing through the single player campaign as Niko Bellic
Get cars and other modes of transportation anyway you can
Interact with various colorful characters who give you various missions to engage in
Engage in multiplayer challenges ranging from cover matches to shoot-outs
Game Rated 'M' due to Intense Violence, Blood, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Partial Nudity, Use of Drugs and Alcohol

Product Details

Product Weight: 2.00 pounds

Model: 15782621

Manufacturer: Rockstar Games

Release Date: 2008-04-29

Sales Rank: 65

Accessories

Grand Theft Auto IV Signature Series Guide (Bradygames Signature)

Price: $13.59

Full Auto 2: Battlelines

Price: $19.99

PlayStation: The Official Magazine (1-year)

Price: $18.00

Customer Reviews

Incredible, but not quite San Andreas,
by W. Russell, 2008-12-22

Let me begin by stating that I absolutely loved this game from the first mission to the last. I felt that it absolutely revolutionized the sandbox/rpg genre. The graphics were superb, and the plot was virtually flawless. Gameplay was crisp and fluid, leaving me so absorbed that I found it difficult to believe that I was playing a video game. The characters were remarkably unique, each with incredibly deep pasts and personalities.

However, as much as I enjoyed the game, I did encounter several significant flaws. The most notable of these flaws is the lack of originality in the missions. The first 30-40 missions were a blast, however they soon become very repetitive. Almost every task seemed to involve driving to a certain location, pursuing and killing the target(s), and evading the police afterwards. Obviously, not every mission followed this pattern, but I can honestly say that many did.

Another significant flaw was a complete lack of customization options. GTA San Andreas featured an abundance of customization options, such as car modification, physique and appearance modification, and the ability to purchase homes. Surprisingly, GTA IV, for the most part, lacked these fantastic options. The ability to change clothes remains, as well as other assorted features, however many customization options were scrapped.

Overall, I feel that GTA IV was a worthy addition to Rockstar's venerable franchise, and was revolutionary in its own right. However, it certainly was not perfect, as some seem to believe, and significant improvements can be made to the next installment.

I've Loved all the GTA games.,
by J. Dugas, 2008-12-19

I have liked all the GTA games. Rockstar always improves from one version to the next. I completed this as far as all the story missions go, and I liked it from start to finish. I'd have to say the bank job mission was my favorite, though the last one in the game is really cool too. If you don't like doing missions there is a multiplayer online and a cooperative play mode, but I have not tried either.
I highly recommend this to anyone that likes the GTA games from the past. If you don't like the old ones, you probably won't like this one, but if you have never played any GTA, I recommend starting with this one. The stories are all unrelated between sequals.

Not a gamer but love this game,
by K. John Mcbride, 2008-12-17

This game has amazing graphics and a robust storyline. Search for cheats if you get frustrated with the missions. It's hours of fun. I don't understand all the negative reviews.

GREAT GAME IF YOU DON'T HAVE KIDS IN THE HOUSE,
by William E. Arledge III, 2008-12-08

This game is great. It's like the entire city is really alive. There is so many missions and mini games to play that it will keep you interested for a really long time. Besides the normal missions you can also compete do things like play pool, darts, bowling you can meet girls and take them on dates, get drunk at a bar, go to shows, earn money doing odd jobs like stealing and delivering cars, operating as a delivery driver etc... There are a lot of different weapons to use and a huge selection of vehicles to steal. Online play is fun as well, you can play with your friends and chat on your bluetooth headset. There are races, co-op missions, elimination and much much more online. I would normally give this game 5 stars but I have 2 kids at home and can't even play this game while they are awake because of the language in this game. Every other word in this game is nasty and is not intended for kids whatsoever. Graphics are pretty good but not the best that I have seen.

good but not too good,
by Omar Kadhum, 2008-12-01

the game is realy good but its not as good as san andreas you dont have jet planes nor ur jet pack or the parachoot,the cars are realy sexy and the graphics.

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