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Saints Row 2 Review
Game arrived on schedule, today. The first thing that hits you about Saints Row is how quick the game moves, whether you’re cruising down the freeway in a stolen pick-up or sprinting while simultaneously blasting bystanders with two pistols.
The graphics are excellent, and since the first game they have included the use of motorbikes and helicopters as well as cars of all type. The dialogue at times outdoes its nearest rival, Grand Theft Auto IV, and the customization of characters and gear is unlike any I’ve seen in any game. These are of course novelties though that soon wear off.
Fortunately there is plenty to do in Saints Row 2. In between gang missions you are required to earn cash and respect by completing various activities, such as protecting a celebrity from aggressive fans or starring on the hit reality show “Fuzz”, which follows the city’s finest as they patrol the city, taking out criminals as they are called in.
The main disappointment if you are a GTA fan, is the use of the A button to accelerate. On GTA you use the right trigger to drive, leaving your thumb free to rotate the right analog stick, which enormously helps your driving as you can move the camera as you drive, not to mention drive-by shooting which is made near impossible with these awkward controls.
The other disappointment is the animation is nowhere near as realistic as GTA IV. This affects your enjoyment level in a helicopter as the controls make it difficult to really soar through the air.
Overall though I would give this game a remarkable 8.5 / 10.
There is definitely enough here to keep you busy for a long time to come, and although the Xbox Live does not offer as many game types as the huge Live success, GTA IV, both games are certainly deserving of a place in your collection.
This review was for the Xbox 360 version of Saints Row 2. If you’d like to get this game for free, visit Freebie Jeebies and select a custom order.
Wii said on Sunday, October 19, 2008, 14:32
So far I have enjoyed this game, I have seen many bugs in it though, which is a disappointment.
PS3 said on Monday, October 20, 2008, 18:13
I haven’t got this game YET but will be getting it at Christmas after reading your review. Thanks!
Free PS3 said on Monday, October 20, 2008, 19:56
I’ve always seen Saints Row as a bit of a copy of GTA, as I’m sure many people do. I’m sure there are a few gameplay differences, but it doesn’t alter the fact that the concept was probably copied. That’s why I’m sticking with GTA.
Admin said on Monday, October 20, 2008, 22:41
One way of looking at it is it’s a copy of GTA IV. But instead I see it as just another open world game. These ’sandbox’ games are on their way to being a genre of their own as games consoles evolve. It is the nearest thing we have to affordable virtual reality.
So personally I welcome any developers to ‘copy’ GTA IV, as they’ll never be able to surpass Rockstar who’ve had an enormous headstart with the GTA series, but i’d love to be proven wrong!
Free Laptops said on Saturday, October 25, 2008, 14:49
I dont see SR as a copy of GTA. They are the same genre, but both so different in so many ways.
Saints row is not a serious game (IMO), its a game to mess about with friends. GTA is far too serious for me (cept for the birds eye view versions!)
PS3 said on Sunday, October 26, 2008, 21:28
Saints Row is not a copy of GTA, Saints Row is more laid back and with the activities a lot different ot GTA.
GTA is more of a serious and more detailed game.
free ipod said on Monday, October 27, 2008, 16:33
So what does this gane offer that is over and above GTA IV? Multiplayer for me makes GTA worth it, does SaintsRow offer anything similar?….. better?
free iphone said on Monday, October 27, 2008, 19:44
hey nice review mate. I was looking at getting this game for christmas and your review answered a few questions i had about the game so thanks!
free consoles said on Monday, October 27, 2008, 19:45
Thank you for this review. been thinking about getting it my brother for his birthday in november and i think i will get it now. He is a typical teenager so i am sure he will enjoy this lol.
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Freelance Web Design said on Sunday, April 26, 2009, 22:16
Thanks for the review, i do find saints row 2 similar to GTA IV. But I prefer GTA IV.
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