These fresh faces have great chemistry between them which lead to many excellent moments throughout the narrative. But honestly, the new crew are really interesting and entertaining. It did initially seem strange to have a Saints Row title that does not feature the usual cast of characters, such as Johnny Gat and Shaundi. However, this title is in no way intended to be a parody of itself, as Saints Row IV seems to have been. It focuses on a more serious approach in the story telling, but there are still plenty of humorous moments throughout. This narrative is very reminiscent of the early Saints Row games. After some life changing events occur, you and your companions decide to take the world by storm, by starting up The Saints.
You’re also stuck in a dingy apartment with three friends, Eli, Neenah and Kevin, who are all working for different gangs. Instead, you begin your journey as a broke student that happens to find a job working for Marshall Defence Industries, a private military corporation. Except this time, you don’t just start out as a member of the Saints. And once again, have to build up your criminal empire. The combat is very slick! Saints Row Goes Back to the Way Things Should Be!Īs has become customary in the Saints Row series, you take on the role of Boss, or Playa if you prefer.
