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Saints Row 2022 Review: I Don’t Get The Hate

Saints Row 2022

Saints Row 2022 has been out for a while now and it is a reboot of the franchise, taking it back to the roots. The superpowers are gone and this is supposed to be a more serious Saints Row Game. I have yet to finish the game as I want to explore and enjoy it as much as I can. I have spent about 50 hours in-game and have a good idea of what it has to offer. Here is our review of the rebooted Saints Row 2022.

Saints Row 2022 Review

As someone who has played the previous games and enjoyed them a lot, I have to say that Saints Row 2022 did not overwhelm me with joy but I was excited about the game when it was first announced and that it is fun to play now that it is out. I should point out that I was one of the people that pre-ordered the remaster of Saints Row the Third and finished it.

Out With The Cockery In With The Maturity

The previous games had a lot of cocky references and fun weapons that you could play around with. While the erotic elements have been replaced with a more mature approach there is still plenty of fun to be had in Saints Row 2022.

I am guessing that the devs thought the audience that played these games had matured with the game and that a reboot would be in order. I get that but I do have to say that some XX content would have been a nice touch. You can still cause a lot of chaos in the game and there are plenty of things to keep you entertained for at least a couple of hours.

There are some great action sequences that make the game worth playing and you also get to see how the Saints came into existence. How a group of misfits end up forming a gang and making it a criminal empire is a fun ride indeed. This is a Saints Row game to expect plenty of explosions, crashes and people getting shot.

It is worth mentioning that like many others I was a bit skeptical about the lack of “adult content” in the game and I do miss that but as it turned out, I am not 18 anymore and can do without all that jazz to keep me entertained.

Enemies Do Need More Personality

As you progress through the game, you are introduced to the various gangs and the private security that you will face off against. One of the gangs, The Idols seems to have been pulled out of Watch Dogs Legion and has more character and is more memorable than the rest but the enemies do lack personality.

Seeing how players are going to face off against waves of enemies in each and every mission, it would have been nice to see some more personality and a bit of enemy variety. You could take a rocket launcher and blow everyone off the face of the earth without knowing which enemy faction you are up against.

Combat Is Ok-ish, So Is Racing

Shooting enemies did take some getting used to. I had to tweak the settings a bit on PC in order to get things right. As a seasoned Destiny 2 player I like to control my aim and by default, the crosshair sticks to enemies when you aim down sight. I found that rather annoying during the opening missions but it was a quick fix.

During combat, you can use finishers and you also have access to 4 abilities at a time. I usually stick to traditional shooting and only used the skills if I was pushed into a corner. Finishers did break immersion at times and the animation could be better but nothing too major. There is something for everyone when it comes to combat. If you like spamming skills then you can do that. If you like shooting and using grenades as I do then you have that option as well.

Driving is not the best and handling vehicles does take some getting used to but having a dedicated button for drifting is a lot of fun and makes roaming around the open world in style much easier. You can also ram into the police causing their cars to blow up which gives off a Fast and Furious vibe.

Customization Is Great

The customization options in this game are great. You have all kinds of options you can tweak in the character creation menu. You can change your character’s appearance any time you want and really go crazy with things such as chrome skins. You can also use characters created by members of the community and share your created characters as well.

Other than that, you also have weapon and vehicle customization. While these options are not as extensive as the character creation options, they are still nice to have and allow you to personalize your weapons and ride. I made a rather vanilla female character and got a nice outfit once I was able to.

Best Looking Saints Row Game Right Now

While some would argue that the graphics look last-gen and so are the game mechanics and they would not be wrong. But this is still the best-looking Saints Row game that we have right now. The open world might not be as impressive or rememberable as GTA5 but that game has been around for a long time now. While GTA5 is updated regularly and people still play it, as someone who has not touched it in years, Saints Row 2022 is a nice change and I really appreciate it even it does not reinvent the wheel.

Buggy Launch

Playing the game at launch, it was clear that the devs needed more time to polish it and iron out the issues. There was a launcher issue that kept me from launching the game and I had to make do with a workaround. That is a bummer and kind of lets you down seeing how I wasn’t even in the game yet.

Once in-game, there were plenty of mission markers that were not positioned correctly and I would get prompts of leaving a mission even though that was not the case. The devs are working on these issues and with a view patches, things should be much better.

Why I Don’t Get The Hate

I have seen some really bad comments and reviews for Saints Row 2022 and while I respect what critics and players have to say I really don’t get the hate. The devs and marketing never hyped up the game to be something that it is not. If it was overhyped like Cyberpunk 2077 then I would be really disappointed for sure but that was not the case here. As far as I know, the developer has been very transparent about the game and did not oversell it.

While the launch has been rocky, the bugs and physics can be fixed down the line via patches. Not to mention that more content can be added to add some much-needed variety. There is little in this game that cannot be fixed. Would I pay $60 for it? No. Luckily, I did not have to due to regional pricing. I would not recommend paying $60 but if you are a fan of the franchise then you should pick it up once it is discounted. I paid $25 for the base game and would be fine paying up to $30.

Conclusion

While Saints Row 2022 does not have the best current generation graphics with features such as global illumination or ray tracing, it is still the best-looking Saints Row game that we have right now. It is a lot of fun to play and you can easily sink 50 hours into it. Some bugs need to be fixed and the open world is not the most memorable but seeing how the Saints Came into being is a fun ride to be on.

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Saints Row Perks Guide: Complete Perks List 

We have 13 Minor, 14 Major, and 7 Elite perks in Saints Row. You can unlock all of the 34 Perks by completing the corresponding challenge. I’ll share the complete perks list in the Saints Row Perks and how you can unlock them in this guide.

  • 1-21 Perks require you to complete a single challenge for each
  • After the 21st Perk, the number of challenges will increase
  • Skip 28 challenges and complete 46 out of 74 challenges.
  • Pick easy missions and ignore hardened ones
  • Building 15 Ventures at level 20 will unlock all 74 challenges

Saints Row Complete Perks List

No Name Minor/Major/ Elite  Perks No of Challenges 
1 Tactical Training Minor Improve movement and aim while crouching.  Auto Unlock 
2 Death Race Minor Improve movement when death is close. 1
3 In the Flow Minor Improves the flow while performing a skill. 1
4 Close Call  Minor Increase the boost time of the vehicle you’re driving. 1
5 On the Down Low Major Your actions will produce less notoriety. 1
6 Gunslinger Minor Improve hip aim 1
7 Sneak Attack Minor Increase enemy damage when attacking from the back side. 1
8 Scavenger Minor Increase the number of rounds while collecting an ammo box. 1
9 Fire Resistant  Minor Reduce fire damage. 1
10 Dead Eye Minor Increases reload speed after a headshot. 1
11 Full Contact Major Reduce the cooldown while kicking an enemy. 1
12 Loot Grab  Minor Automatically gets you nearby ammo and cash. 1
13 Shock Tactics Major Taze down the foe. 1
14 Fast Learner Major You will earn extra XP. 1
15 Nihil Obstat Major Increase non-player saints’ damage rate. 1
16 Trampoline Minor During wingsuit bounce, increase altitude.  1
17 Shiny & Chrome Major Increases sideswiping damage rate. 1
18 Saving Throw Elite Get 2x health bars. 1
19 Speed Demon  Minor Boost driving time.  
20 Dual Wield Major You can hold two weapons at the same time. 1
21 Back Off!  Major Increases bullet damage after kick-off. 1
22 Surgical Strike  Elite Temporarily increases damage rate.  2
23 Flow Gambit Major After hitting the enemy, you get less damage and more flow.  2
24 Not Dead Yet Major Regenerate 2x health in a fight. 2
25 Lust for Life Major Kill an enemy to regenerate health. 2
26 Ride Eternal Elite You can increase driving vehicle health while hitting another one. 2
27 Finishing School  Major Feared the nearby enemy. 2
28 Big Finish Elite 2x health after taking down an enemy. 2
29 Eagle Eye Major Reduce the cooldown when you get a headshot. 2
30 Dodge Baller Elite Increase the damage after when dodge a melee attack 2
31 Rampage Elite Increase damage after the flow meter is filled up. 2
32 Juggernaut  Major Increase the flow during low health. 2
33 Blood and Guts Elite Spend health to use a skill when you’re out of the flow. 2
34 Breakfall  Minor No falling damage.  
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How to Upgrade Weapons in Saints Row

The free/default weapons in Saints Row generally don’t cut it, so you’ll need to upgrade them eventually if you want to stay competitive. In this guide, let’s talk about all there is to know about Upgrading Weapons in Saints Row.

A weapon can be unlocked in Saints Row by completing objectives or purchasing it from the shop. Additionally, each weapon has its special ability that must be discovered, and a challenge is associated with it—for example, unlocking a weapon by exploring Santo Ileso or overcoming a related challenge.

Additionally, if the challenge with a weapon is that you need to kill the enemies, then there is no better option than participating in the @tcha Side Hustle challenges. Once you have completed the mission, return to the Friendly Fire tab to enable the weapon’s ability. However, as your level increases, your challenges will become more difficult. The good news is that you can 3x upgrade a weapon in the game:

  • 1st upgrade at level 5 will cost you $5,000.
  • 2nd upgrade at level 10 will cost you $25,000.
  • 3rd/final upgrade at level 15 will cost you $100,000.

Pro Tip: Don’t forget to claim you’re Criminal Venture reward and cash them out to the cash flow app so you may use it for weapon improvement.

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Saints Row Money Farming Guide

Saying money is important in Saints Row is an understatement. Without money, you can’t build your criminal empire in Saints Row. Looking for ways to make money fast should be your top priority – in this guide, I’ll explain everything you need to know about making money. For example, I’ll discuss all the possible ways to generate income.

Criminal Ventures: The first method of making money is through criminal ventures. These are special missions that you can do to make a quick buck. The amount of money you make from completing threats/ventures depends on how difficult the mission is. The harder the mission, the more money you’ll make. However, these missions can be difficult, so only attempt them if you’re confident in your abilities.

To access the Criminal Ventures, you must complete the main story and advance through “Networking” or “Take Me To Church.” Missions such as “Drug Pallet Pickups” and “Hidden History Items” will assist you in earning a passive income. Check the Cash Transfer App after completing a task to ensure the cash is credited to your account.

@tcha Reviews: Your initial objective in the game will be to make money, regardless of the sort of mission given to you. You can earn 4000 dollars for each mission. “Riding Shotgun,” “Pony Express,” and “Choplifting” are a few of the missions that will get you paid. Furthermore, Wanted targets will net you 5000 dollars. Therefore, to make money in a short time, you need to participate in the @tcha Reviews mission. The more dangerous the encounter, the more money you can make. With a lower rating, you can earn anywhere from 1500 to 10,000 dollars (which requires you to finish with a 1-star rating) depending on the task’s difficulty.

Each stage of the 1-star difficulty quest will bring you 8 thousand dollars. As a result, I suggest you attempt 4-star tasks since they are simple and provide the opportunity to earn 8 thousand dollars in 2 minutes for each try. Playing all two-thirds of the missions in the game might earn you approximately 160 thousand dollars.

Moreover, The Marshall Facility (South Rojas Desert), La Bodega (Marina West), and Vertical Slice Pizza (Marina East) locations will allow you to complete the “Kill 30 Idols” mission because they are player-oriented @tcha encounter. Capture a photo of your favorite location so you can revisit and explore it again because the area will be forgotten after you finish with one 1-start.

Pro Tip: It’s the best practice to play the main storyline mission to unlock high-rated criminal ventures.

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Saints Row Fast Travel Guide

Unfortunately, the Saints Row Reboot can only confuse players rather than provide information on how to fast travel. But don’t worry – in this guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about Saints Row fast travel system.

From the start of the game, only two locations are accessible: Church Headquarters and the Apartment. To travel to any other location, it’s necessary to take a picture of that location and claim it in Photo Hunt. As a result, you unlock fast travel in Saints Row — head towards a general area and wait until the yellow train icon appears on your map. This is the only way to find specific locations without getting lost.

After you reach the location with the yellow train icon, you must next click on the landmark picture. However, double-check that the picture is professional and that the landmark is completely visible in your recorded frame. In other words, fast travel will not be unlocked if the landmark photograph isn’t up to scratch. The viewfinder should be turned purple, or you will be considered a photographer who lacks credibility.

Follow the below-mentioned steps to use Fast Travel:

  • Use your mobile to open the map.
  • Place the curse where you want to travel.
  • Xbox users should press the “A” key, and PlayStation users should press the “X” key twice.
  • Now you can travel anywhere in no time.
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How To Do Wingsuit Bounce Boost In Saints Row

Saints Row is an open world where many people fight for power in Santo Ileso. This game offers plenty, including completing missions, shooting, and many more. A wingsuit is one feature built in the game and immediately unlocks after you complete the introductory mission. In this guide, we will try to explain an extra feature of the wingsuit.

Although accessing a wingsuit is not a complicated task, you get access to it as you progress in the game. There will be situations where you want to continue flying, but you’ll often fall short of the target. To increase the range, the bounce boost is an upgrade to the wingsuit.

To do a wingsuit Bounce Boost first aim for an area with people. Reduce your speed by holding LT/L2 and aiming at a pedestrian, and then press LB/L1 to bounce back again into the air and gain momentum in flying. If this executes correctly, this can help you a lot. You can also take down an enemy using a wingsuit. To take down an enemy, get close enough to the enemy and press RB/R1 when a target icon appears on them.

This is all you need to know but if you need more help, stay tuned for more.

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Saints Row 2022 Unable To Start The Game Fix

Saints Row 2022 is a reboot of the popular franchise and has been released for PC and consoles. However, Saints Row 2022 PC is facing the “Unable To Start The Game” error, and here is how to fix it.

How To Fix Unable To Start The Game Error

Saints Row 2022 is a grounded reboot of the long-running franchise, which also happens to be an Epic Exclusive on PC. The game saw a mixed reception from players and reviewers alike. In terms of optimization at launch, the game needs a patch or two to iron out some performance issues and glitches. The following is the fix for Saints Row Unable to start the game error.

Unable To Start The Game Fix

Some Saints Row PC players report that they cannot play the game as they are greeted with the Unable to Start the game error. The following is the complete error message, along with how to fix it.

Unable to start the game. Please restart and make sure to accept the permissions for using the game with your Epic Account.

The fix for the Unable to start the game error is very simple. Launch Saints Row 2022, and right after selecting the graphics mode, repeatedly press Enter key and keep pressing it until the loading bar is full, and then wait a bit. Some error will pop up, but Saints Row will launch. Just close the error pop-ups and enjoy the game.

That is all for our Saints Row 2022 fix for Unable To Start The Game error. If you are facing errors and issues with other PC games or your PC, then also see our hub for commonly occurring PC errors and their fixes.