Watch Dogs
Watch_Dogs
Release Date: May 27, 2014
Action, TPP, science fiction, sandbox, TPS, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
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Steam
A third person perspective (TPP) action game developed by Ubisoft company’s subsidiaries led by Ubisoft Montreal. Watch_Dogs is set in the near future in Chicago, one of many American metropolitan areas, whose infrastructure is managed by the Central Operating System (CtOS).
Last Update: July 2, 2014
Watch Dogs Game Guide
This unofficial guide for Watch_Dogs is a sheer repository of knowledge about the game, which is meant to help the players complete all of its main and side missions, as well as experience all of the attractions waiting for them in the virtual Chicago.
December 4, 2017
Seven cardinal sins of sandbox games
Open worlds are currently all the rage in the AAA segment, but nobody seems to be doing too much to expand the known formulas. Most studios seem to fail at the task, and instead of making captivating and coherent worlds, they repeat the same mistakes.
Videos and Screens
[1:51] Watch Dogs launch trailer
[4:33] Watch Dogs street hack prank
OpenCritic Rating
Game is Recomended by 79% of Critics. There are 105 Critic Reviews.
Rock, Paper, Shotgun: by Graham Smith
Then I remembered. Those things aren't a game. The game is sloppy controls which cause you to constantly do the wrong thing accidentally with disastrous consequences; is inconsistently interactive world design; is a cover system whereby you get stuck on scenery or it guesses incorrectly where you want to move. The game is insta-fail stealth missions, wave-defense missions, escort missions, missions where what the characters say and what the objective is don't match up. The game is five crashes to desktop, including two which required me to reboot my machine before it would reload. The game is restrictive objectives which don't make use of the possibilities provided by the open city or the hacking mechanics, and checkpoint positions that force you to re-watch short cutscenes or re-perform rote actions after every death.
Polygon: 8 / 10 by Arthur Gies
WATCH DOGS OPEN WORLD IS TRUMPED BY ITS SMART, LAYERED MECHANICS
PC Gamer: 87 / 100 by Christopher Livingston
Creative hacking and covert multiplayer modes bring exciting new life to otherwise familiar open-world man-shooting.
The main pros of the game
- Engaging Storyline: Many users praised the narrative, describing it as interesting and full of twists. The character of Aiden Pearce received particular acclaim.
- Immersive Open World: The game features a vibrant and alive open world with numerous activities and events, providing hours of gameplay.
- Hacking Mechanics: The hacking gameplay is highlighted as innovative and satisfying, allowing players to approach missions creatively, whether through stealth or action.
- Graphics: Despite its age, the game is noted for its beautiful graphics that have aged well.
- Replayability: Users appreciated the potential for different playstyles and choices, enhancing the game's replay value.
- Diverse Gameplay Options: Players can choose various approaches to missions, including combat, stealth, and hacking, which adds depth to gameplay.
The main cons of the game
- Technical Issues: Several reviews mentioned bugs, glitches, and issues with game stability, including problems launching the game, audio issues, and mission glitches.
- Driving Mechanics: The driving controls received criticism for being clunky and unrealistic, with some players comparing them unfavorably to other games.
- Repetitive Side Missions: Some users found the side missions to be tedious and repetitive after a while, detracting from the overall experience.
- Character Development: A few reviews mentioned a lack of depth in character development and connections, particularly with Aiden Pearce and other characters.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Customization Options: Users expressed a desire for more weapon and vehicle customization options to enhance gameplay.
- Improved AI and NPC Interactions: Some players noted that NPC behavior and AI could be improved for a more engaging experience.
- Enhanced Driving Mechanics: Suggestions were made for refining driving mechanics to make them more enjoyable and realistic.
- Achievements on Steam: Players were disappointed with the lack of achievements for the Steam version of the game.
- Multiplayer Functionality: The absence of multiplayer features on Steam was highlighted as a major disappointment, with recommendations to purchase the game through Ubisoft?s platform for a better experience.
Summary
- Overall, while Watch_Dogs? is appreciated for its engaging story, immersive world, and innovative gameplay mechanics, it faces criticism for technical issues, driving mechanics, and a desire for more depth in character development and customization options.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 10541 votes. 6877 players anticipated the game.
Watch Dogs Description
Watch_Dogs for PC, PS4 and etc. is an innovative action game with an open-structured city of Chicago, stuffed with cutting-edge technologies, in which the most powerful weapon of the protagonist are his hacking skills. The game is a work of several studies led by Ubisoft Montreal which is known for game series such as Assassin's Creed, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six, or Far Cry.
Story
The players assume the role of Aiden Pearce, a former criminal and an anti-hero, who is an expert in hacking. His skills enable him to cause a collision by manipulating traffic lights at an intersection, connect to the municipal monitoring system or hack into phones of people he passes by to learn more about them and, for example, influence their daily life in some way (save them from a thief, help them to take revenge etc.). Pearce talents allow him to control almost every element of the modern world that surrounds him.
Gameplay
Doing all of the above is possible thanks to the presence of the Central Operating System or just CTO. This solution successfully connected the power supply, urban subway, traffic lights, and security cameras to a single infrastructure network . As a result, metropolitan areas are controlled by computers owned by private companies. These companies use their position to collect huge amounts of data on every citizen. To take control over a district, it is enough to find a local CTOs center and gain the necessary access codes.
Watch_Dogs for PC, PS4 and etc. features an open-structured world in which every element connected to the Central Operating System is a potential weapon. All of this does not mean that Aiden is a weakling glued to the screen of his cell phone. On the contrary, he also copes well with the physical violence and is able to deal with considerably more numerous enemy forces. During combat he uses firearms (ranging from handguns to bazookas), homemade explosives, and melee techniques. The cover system helps him to stay alive, as well.
Last updated on August 14, 2015
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Game Series
Watch Dogs Series
A series of third-person open-world action games, launched by the game released in 2014 Watch Dogs. Its subsequent installments are overseen by development studios belonging to its publisher, the French company Ubisoft. The series has made its presence felt both on personal computers and on seventh, eighth and ninth generation consoles.
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Watch Dogs Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows May 27, 2014
PlayStation 4 May 27, 2014
Xbox One May 27, 2014
Nintendo Wii U November 18, 2014
PlayStation 3 May 27, 2014
Xbox 360 May 27, 2014
Developer: Ubisoft Montreal
Publisher: Ubisoft
Watch Dogs System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Core i7 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB (GeForce GTX 660 or better), 25 GB HDD, Windows Vista(SP2)/7(SP1)/8 64-bit
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Watch Dogs For Free on Epic Games Store
Two more productions will be waiting for Epic Games Store customers today. This time, the gamers will receive Watch Dogs and The Stanley Parable. As usual, the offer will be valid for one week.
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