Wii-Fanboy Review of Grand Theft Auto IV

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Well, Griffin, and BrainBoxLtd:

I certainly think this time they casualized the series. Made it easier. Streamline a lot of the side stuff so it's simple, and removed the un-necessarily confusing simulation portions such as owning property.

While I felt it was a huge step foward for the series, I can see how many big fans of the old game could be upset that it lost its hardcore edge.

When Brawl and more recently Kart was release there was a small group that felt the same way you did.

The game would have sold well either way. I believe Rockstar just wanted the game to be their Magnum Opus and broaden the appeal of the series, instead of simply pleasing longterm fans.

Thanks for your opinions.


Also, @naznatips


I was in the low 9's as well about 8 hours in. It just might change your mind as you grow more accustomed to the mission mechanics and see how easy it is to streamline your objectives. The game also packs quite a bit more content than I would have expected, very long, which was a big plus to me.