Platforms
- PCAug 28, 20208.6playscore8.743 Critics8.812.4K Players
- PlayStation 4Aug 28, 20208.4playscore8.517 Critics8.61.06K Players
- Xbox OneAug 28, 20208.1playscore8.617 Critics7.81.73K Players
61 critic reviews · 4 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Ultimately, Wasteland 3 succeeds on its narrative, choice system, strong characters, and compelling factions. It stumbles in its lifeless world, inconsistent presentation, familiar gameplay, and technical side – it often feels like a snow-themed reskin of Wasteland 2, with many of that title’s limitations and janky systems. Nonetheless, designer Brian Fargo has here made the best post-apocalyptic RPG since Fallout: New Vegas.
Andrei Pechalin · Sep 10, 2020 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Wasteland 3 does everything you expect from the series but in a sleeker package. From the freedom in building character abilities to your approach to the missions or which ending to strive for, there's plenty that's within your control, and those variations help if you want to play through the game multiple times.
Cody Medellin · Sep 08, 2020 Reviewed on PCRead full review - That said, Wasteland 3 will absolutely fill a void for all you strategy gamers out there looking to scratch that XCOM and/or Fallout itch. What really makes InXile’s doomsday RPG worthy of a 'must play' recommendation though, is everything else. From its clever writing, interesting setting, and dedication to making sure you feel every consequence of all of your choices, it’ll be difficult to find a more roundly satisfying role-playing experience this year.
Jarrett Green · Sep 08, 2020 Reviewed on PC - It’s bigger, better and more varied than earlier entries but with all that ambition comes some inevitable technical issues and bugs. For those gamers without endless time and patience, there’s perhaps a feeling that they’ve seen what the game has to offer long before 50 or 60 hours. It’s a bit messy and could be leaner, but Wasteland 3 is often highly engaging with entertaining and varied combat and a world that rewards exploration.
Mark Steighner · Sep 08, 2020 Reviewed on PC - Wasteland 3 is overall a great tactical game to play. Add some realism to the game and put yourself in the game, then go off and make your own decisions as you see fit. Aside from the loading times you’re sure to have a great time like I did.
Varno Harris · Sep 04, 2020 Reviewed on XB1Read full review - Wasteland 3 is a fantastic post-apocalyptic RPG. Great writing, satisfying, tactical combat, and a world full of memorable characters and meaningful player choice make this a no-brainer for fans of the genre. If you can look past the bugs, there's so much to love about this deliciously dark humoured excursion.
Robert Ramsey · Sep 04, 2020 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Wasteland 3 is a great ride and fans of the genre should thoroughly enjoy it. It’s an added bonus that familiarity with Wasteland 2 is really not a pre-requisite for picking up Wasteland 3 – the game is accessible and holds up in its own right.
Sophie Halliday · Sep 02, 2020 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Wasteland 3 balances solid turn-based gameplay with strong, tongue-in-cheek storytelling. Longtime fans of the series may despise the new streamlined interface, but those who were intimidated by Wasteland 2's dated presentation may find this one easier to approach.
Todd Rigney · Sep 01, 2020 Reviewed on PCRead full review - In short, Wasteland 3 is an amazing game from start to finish. There is even enough content here for multiple playthroughs, despite the fact that it doesn’t have nearly as many side quests as an Elder Scrolls game. It’s not hard to imagine investing 100+ hours into this game, it is that good. It’s good that the bugs and glitches only serve as a reminder that it is a very big game. One that easily hooks you on the world and its struggles.
Erickson Melchor · Aug 31, 2020 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Overall I felt Wasteland 3 to be an amazing successor to a great franchise and had me addicted within the first 10 minutes of play. It offers a great and compelling story with twists and choices that matter. The characters are robust and with the gorgeous artwork that is Colorado helps to bring everything to life. The combat is great and works well and I didn’t find it tedious.
Brandedwolf · Aug 31, 2020 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
A party-based role-playing game, with a renewed focus on our trademark complex story reactivity and strategic combat. By including vehicles, environmental dangers, and a revamped, more fluid action system, we are evolving on Wasteland 2's deep tactical turn-based combat and unique encounter design. Play by yourself or with a friend in story-driven synchronous or asynchronous multiplayer. Choices open up (or close off) mission opportunities, areas to explore, story arcs, and lots of other content. Your Ranger Base is a core part of the experience. As you help the local people and establish a reputation in Colorado, quests and narrative will force you to make decisions on how to lead.
Developer: InXile Entertainment