Saints Row IV
Jan 23, 2015 12 years ago
Unlike the first three games in the franchise, Saints Row 4 does not center around the main character defeating three rival gangs in order to take over a city. The Saints have now become a household name, and their leader has become the president of the Unites States. The antagonists in Saints Row 4 are an invading alien race known as the Zin. Most of the game takes place within a computer simulation of the city of Steelport controlled by the Zin, where the protagonist is attempting to free himself and his companions.
What it’s like
Saints Row IV is a chaotic, self-aware power fantasy that abandons gritty crime drama for absurd sci-fi spectacle. The premise sees the Saints as US Presidents trapped in an alien simulation of Steelport, transforming the standard open-world formula into a playground of superpowers like telekinesis, flight, and time manipulation. This shift recontextualizes mundane tasks into exhilarating feats of physics-defying destruction. The tone is relentlessly comedic and satirical, leaning heavily into pop-culture parody and fourth-wall-breaking humor. While the narrative structure remains linear, the gameplay loop offers immense freedom through varied power sets and vehicle customization. It prioritizes visceral fun and spectacle over narrative depth or realistic simulation, delivering a high-energy, manic experience that feels like a video game love letter to itself.
Strong in CombatGameplay / MechanicsAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCharactersPacingVisuals / ArtWriting / Dialogue
Keep in mind The shallow RPG mechanics and repetitive mission structure may feel hollow to players seeking deep progression systems. · The heavy reliance on absurd humor and parody will likely alienate those preferring serious tones or grounded narratives.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from ign.com, pcgamer.com, pcworld.com, gamesradar.com, metacritic.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 20, 201313 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 20, 201313 years ago |
| PlayStation 3 | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 20, 201313 years ago |
| Xbox 360 | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 20, 201313 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Jan 23, 201512 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | Jan 23, 201512 years ago |
