Saints Row 2022

Saints Row is a long-running video game series that has been known for its over-the-top humor, outrageous action, and customizable characters. The series started as a gritty crime drama in 2006, but gradually evolved into a parody of pop culture and sci-fi tropes with the player being the president of the United States and fighting aliens with superpowers.

The game features a new setting, new characters, and a new tone that balances drama and comedy. The game is set in Santo Ileso, a fictional city inspired by Las Vegas and the American Southwest. The player controls the leader of The Saints, a fledgling gang that wants to take over the city from three rival factions: Los Panteros (a street gang), The Idols (a cyberpunk cult), and Marshall Defense Industries (a private military company).

The player can customize their character’s appearance, voice, clothing, weapons, and vehicles. They can also recruit three friends as their lieutenants: Neenah (a mechanic), Eli (a hacker), and Kevin (a DJ). Together, they can explore the city’s nine districts and two deserts, engage in various activities such as racing, gambling, and base-jumping, and complete missions that advance the main story or the side stories of each lieutenant.

The game also supports online co-op mode, where two players can play through the campaign together while progressing in their own game.

Gameplay and Graphics

Saints Row 2022 follows the formula of previous games in the series, but with some improvements and additions. The gameplay is fast-paced and fun, with plenty of options to approach each situation. The player can use firearms, melee weapons, explosives, gadgets, and vehicles to fight enemies and cause mayhem. They can also call in reinforcements from their gang members or allies to assist them.

The graphics of Saints Row 2022 are impressive and colorful. The game uses Unreal Engine 4 to create a vibrant and detailed world that captures the essence of Santo Ileso. The city is full of life and diversity, with different cultures and subcultures represented. The game also features dynamic weather effects such as rainstorms or sandstorms that affect gameplay. The character models are realistic and expressive, with fluid animations and lip-syncing. The game also supports ray tracing on next-gen consoles and PC for enhanced lighting effects.

Story and Characters

Saints Row 2022 tells an engaging story that mixes humor with drama. The game does not take itself too seriously but still delivers some emotional moments. The plot revolves around how The Saints rise from being nobodies to becoming legends in Santo Ileso. Along the way they face challenges from their enemies as well as from within their own ranks.

The characters are likable and memorable. They have distinct personalities and backgrounds that make them relatable. They also have witty dialogues and banter that add humor to the game. The voice acting is superb and matches each character’s tone and mood.

Review: 6/10

Saints Row 2022 is a fun and refreshing reboot of the Saints Row series that offers a lot of entertainment and variety for fans of open-world games. The game has a solid gameplay, a captivating story, a charming cast of characters, and a beautiful world to explore.

Pros:

• Fun and fast-paced gameplay with plenty of options
• Impressive graphics with dynamic weather effects
• Online co-op mode with two players

Cons:

• Technical issues such as bugs or glitches
• Repetitive missions with similar objectives
• Lackluster AI for enemies and allies
• Short campaign that can be completed in less than 20 hours