Edric O Posted April 30, 2008 Share Posted April 30, 2008 Well, Grand Theft Auto 4 has now been released, and apparently it was such a smashing success that a local newspaper here ran a story about fans lining up in front of a game store the night before the release. That's an almost Star Wars-ish level of devotion. And it is so mainstream that The Guardian also ran an article about it, this one just for the sake of discussing the game's subtleties.I haven't played it, and probably won't do so for a long time because of my system, but I was wondering if other people here have. Is it as good as everyone says? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted April 30, 2008 Share Posted April 30, 2008 Yes, it is expected to make $300-400 million in the first week.I want to play it, but don't own a console, and my computer only runs gta3 fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragoon Knight Posted April 30, 2008 Share Posted April 30, 2008 I pre-ordered the standard Xbox 360 edition about a month before release, and I got it on Tuesday morning (release day). Had a read of the manual and a cursory glance at the street and subway maps, then got stuck in.So far, having only played the single player, I have to say that it's a very good game. The cars handle a bit too sluggishly for my personal liking, but everything from the graphics to the storyline is top notch. One thing I'm very pleased about it the realism of movements and lip-synching - best I've seen in any game to date.I intend to have a crack at the multiplayer at some point, but I'd like to get the single player content out of the way first. Might not be able to resist for that long, though; the idea of 16 people running around in a totally open Liberty City is quite appealing. :PSo yeah, the only cons I can think of for this game are sluggish car handling, sometimes awkward controls / camera angles, annoying tendency of people to phone you in-game and ask you to play pool / darts / bowling... other than that, it lives up to all the hype. Not a 10/10 by my reckoning, but a very solid 9. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Megashrap Posted April 30, 2008 Share Posted April 30, 2008 I have never played any GTA versions yet can someone explain what type of game and or game play this is one is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted April 30, 2008 Share Posted April 30, 2008 GTA series.You can download and play the full version of GTA1 and GTA2 from rockstar website.http://www.rockstargames.com/classics/You should be able to find the downloads at other places if you do not want to give away your information to a corporation to sell to others. Google will find them for you.I played the original GTA for countless hours back in the day. And with several good mods that added a lot of playtime (mmm burgercity).You may want to try playing GTA1, then GTA2 especially since they are free. GTA3 takes a big change from previous two games with much updated graphics and increased playability.EDIT:I am now downloading GTA1. :PI didn't think it was 328mb. Decently big for a 1997 game. EDIT:300mb is musicEDIT: You can fill out fake info at rockstar website to get download links Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Gotenks absorbed Posted May 1, 2008 Share Posted May 1, 2008 My brother got it, I don't really care much about GTA games, they seem boring to me (but obviously a lot of people don't feel the same). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunenewt Posted May 1, 2008 Share Posted May 1, 2008 You're not old enough to play them anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Gotenks absorbed Posted May 2, 2008 Share Posted May 2, 2008 I've played them, I just don't like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D2k Sardaukar Posted May 2, 2008 Share Posted May 2, 2008 Some nice info and images here: http://features.cgsociety.org/story_custom.php?story_id=4499I hope the game comes for the PC as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veK Posted May 2, 2008 Share Posted May 2, 2008 It got 9.8 out of 10 at the gamtrailers.com video-review. they say it's a game that lives up to the hype and is full of good work, much replay value like the many multiplayer options and features smaller games like like poolbillard which are that good that they also might be standalone games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edric O Posted May 4, 2008 Author Share Posted May 4, 2008 I'm intrigued by the multiplayer option. GTA games never had that before. How does it work? I mean, do you have special multiplayer missions? Do you have several players in a persistent world environment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted May 4, 2008 Share Posted May 4, 2008 Actually GTA has had multiplayer since GTA1. I've played that once and it was great fun back in the day killing your friend and racing.GTA2 also has multiplayer. I'm not sure about gta3 and expansions though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragoon Knight Posted May 4, 2008 Share Posted May 4, 2008 If you're speaking about the PC versions, Andrew, then they may have. The original PlayStation versions didn't, though.The multiplayer in GTA4 is astounding. There are a ton of different modes; everything from mission oriented (collect cars, a la Gone in 60 Seconds, jobs for the Mafia) to deathmatches (all out or in teams) to capture the flag... there's even a Free Mode, where up to 16 players can roam free around Liberty City.I'll speak about Free Mode, since it's (in my opinion) the best one. It's the closest to a persistent world that GTA4 currently offers. The host sets up a game, and up to 15 others can join. They all exist in the same instance of Liberty City. Almost every useful aspect can be customised, including the time of day, weather, traffic, pedestrians, police presence, weapons, spawn distance / time. You can even specify the game to only take place on one of the islands, or a small section of one (like the docks, or the prison).You can customise the avatar you use in the multiplayer to some extent, too. You can choose your gender, some moderate clothing alternatives and face/hair combos. I imagine more will become available to me once I progress further in the Single Player. But I have to say, Rockstar have done a fantastic job with making this game.Did I mention that Rockstar are a Scottish company? ;D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunenewt Posted May 4, 2008 Share Posted May 4, 2008 Will it ever come out on the PC? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted May 4, 2008 Share Posted May 4, 2008 Will it ever come out on the PC?Yes.Probably 4th quarter 2008. although I don't know of any release date. That's usually the time the game is released after console. I would think before Christmas season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunenewt Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 Excellent, now I know why I will be failing next year of Uni. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff2429 Posted May 12, 2008 Share Posted May 12, 2008 This game has taken the past two weeks of my life away. Well it and work."Stay safe, stay Second Amendment." Favorite line from GTA IV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D2k Sardaukar Posted May 12, 2008 Share Posted May 12, 2008 I can hardly wait to play it on the PC, it sounds and looks to be amazing, but I guess I'm not the only one saying that...Does anybody know if the graphics on the PC will be better than the console version? Will a videocard of today run the game? I wonder... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dante Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 Whee. Why am I even bothering to post here? I don't know, I'm bored. Have a graphical review.Still bored. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunenewt Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 I thought you'd support a Scottish company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dante Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 That's the problem with you, it's all about nations. :PIt's quite possible for Scots to be stupid. Following from that, they can do and make stupid things.Just look at Glasgow... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMA_1 Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 It is a blast to play. They really have taken it to another level. The music is amazing, gameplay is amazing, atmosphere is great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exatreide Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 i actully like saints row a little better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff2429 Posted May 21, 2008 Share Posted May 21, 2008 i actully like saints row a little betterSaints Row was not bad. Definitely one of the better GTA clones out there. Actually looking forward to Saints Row 2 in August. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunenewt Posted May 21, 2008 Share Posted May 21, 2008 I wonder if Bully will ever come to the PC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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