I've noticed a trend on ResetEra regarding this game, where people have proceeded to question this game's critical acclaim, and even going as far as questioning whether it deserves its Metacritic score of 97.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, this is no hive mind. I'm just surprised to see that what was one of the most anticipated and well-received games of the generation is frequently considered to be overrated. I have seen totally valid complaints about the game which I also share such as unresponsive and arguably clunky controls, as well as complaints about the design of missions. However even with its positive reception, due to its shortcomings it appears to be one of the most divisive games on ResetEra.
To name a few of my issues I have with the game, I'll start with the controls:
Unresponsive controls - To my knowledge, this relates to the higher input latency when compared to other games, as well as animations that are slow and have weight to them, Rockstar has attempted to address this in a new patch. But I haven't quite dabbled with it properly as yet.
I found the responsiveness of the controls to be tolerable in the story mode of the game, especially since the game is much more forgiving when you're playing solo because you have access to Dead Eye and the game slows down time when you're switching weapons. However, in my time of playing Red Dead Online's PvP game modes, I found the controls to be aggravating and unresponsive which led to many deaths. I'm pretty good at shooters, however being primarily a PC Gamer, the DualShock 4 did me no favours.
I also believe this game has inherited some of the issues I have with GTA Online and I would argue that the Online multiplayer is poorly balanced in Game Modes, as you can come into contact with players who have higher levels and better equipment than you and get annihilated (Dual Semi-Automatic Pistols or Mausers, good lord!).
Free Roam is an entirely different story though, I've taken on posses of 4 people and have come out on top. Perhaps its due to the nature of maps being somewhat more confined and player blips working differently (IIRC) in Free Roam compared to Game Modes?
I also miss the stand-offs at the start of matches in Red Dead Redemption, they were really fun! I hope they make a return!
However, even with all the issues I have with the game I wouldn't go so far to call it overrated. I found it to be one of the most engaging and immersive games I have ever played!
It's also one of the most technically impressive and ambitious games of all time, featuring a stunning and meticulously detailed world which really feels like its living and breathing. It's also one of the best looking games ever made, while still featuring an open world!
I found the combat mechanics to be really fun as you have many options.
For example, you can dual wield any two sidearms of your choice, this could be a Double-Action Revolver and a Sawed-Off Shotgun, or two of each weapon.
You can even carry a Rifle or Shotgun in one hand and a Revolver or a Sawed-Off Shotgun in the other, or even hold a lantern with one of your sidearms to illuminate the dark path ahead of you at nighttime!
I believe the PC version should help solve the responsiveness issues the game has, thanks to the lower input latency capabilities of PC Gaming due to things such as mouse and keyboard support, as well as things such as higher frame rates.
What is your opinion of the game, and do you feel it is overrated?
Edit - Typo corrections and grammar adjustments.
Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, this is no hive mind. I'm just surprised to see that what was one of the most anticipated and well-received games of the generation is frequently considered to be overrated. I have seen totally valid complaints about the game which I also share such as unresponsive and arguably clunky controls, as well as complaints about the design of missions. However even with its positive reception, due to its shortcomings it appears to be one of the most divisive games on ResetEra.
To name a few of my issues I have with the game, I'll start with the controls:
Unresponsive controls - To my knowledge, this relates to the higher input latency when compared to other games, as well as animations that are slow and have weight to them, Rockstar has attempted to address this in a new patch. But I haven't quite dabbled with it properly as yet.
I found the responsiveness of the controls to be tolerable in the story mode of the game, especially since the game is much more forgiving when you're playing solo because you have access to Dead Eye and the game slows down time when you're switching weapons. However, in my time of playing Red Dead Online's PvP game modes, I found the controls to be aggravating and unresponsive which led to many deaths. I'm pretty good at shooters, however being primarily a PC Gamer, the DualShock 4 did me no favours.
I also believe this game has inherited some of the issues I have with GTA Online and I would argue that the Online multiplayer is poorly balanced in Game Modes, as you can come into contact with players who have higher levels and better equipment than you and get annihilated (Dual Semi-Automatic Pistols or Mausers, good lord!).
Free Roam is an entirely different story though, I've taken on posses of 4 people and have come out on top. Perhaps its due to the nature of maps being somewhat more confined and player blips working differently (IIRC) in Free Roam compared to Game Modes?
I also miss the stand-offs at the start of matches in Red Dead Redemption, they were really fun! I hope they make a return!
However, even with all the issues I have with the game I wouldn't go so far to call it overrated. I found it to be one of the most engaging and immersive games I have ever played!
It's also one of the most technically impressive and ambitious games of all time, featuring a stunning and meticulously detailed world which really feels like its living and breathing. It's also one of the best looking games ever made, while still featuring an open world!
I found the combat mechanics to be really fun as you have many options.
For example, you can dual wield any two sidearms of your choice, this could be a Double-Action Revolver and a Sawed-Off Shotgun, or two of each weapon.
You can even carry a Rifle or Shotgun in one hand and a Revolver or a Sawed-Off Shotgun in the other, or even hold a lantern with one of your sidearms to illuminate the dark path ahead of you at nighttime!
I believe the PC version should help solve the responsiveness issues the game has, thanks to the lower input latency capabilities of PC Gaming due to things such as mouse and keyboard support, as well as things such as higher frame rates.
What is your opinion of the game, and do you feel it is overrated?
Edit - Typo corrections and grammar adjustments.
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