POSTAL 4: No Regerts

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In POSTAL 4: No Regerts, you play as the "Postal Dude" in a non-linear sandbox environment, where you can complete various tasks and interact with the world around you. This game offers a unique blend of black humor and satire, with various weapons and customization options available. The game features a day and night cycle and dynamic weather systems, which impact gameplay and create a more immersive experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+15

72%

Audience ScoreBased on 7,308 reviews

humor807 positive mentions

story144 negative mentions

The game captures the chaotic and irreverent spirit of the Postal series, providing a fun sandbox experience.
The inclusion of multiple voice actors for the Postal Dude adds variety and nostalgia for fans of the series.
The developers are actively updating the game, showing commitment to improving performance and fixing bugs.

The game is plagued with numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
The humor often falls flat, relying on juvenile jokes that lack the edge and cleverness of previous entries.
The open world feels empty and lifeless, with many buildings and areas lacking meaningful interaction or rewards.

story
1,009 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Postal 4" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it lackluster and filled with tedious missions that often feel disconnected and repetitive. While some appreciate the absurd humor and chaotic scenarios typical of the series, others criticize the writing as shallow and the missions as uninspired, often reduced to mundane tasks that lack the charm of previous installments. Overall, the narrative is seen as a weak point, struggling to engage players amidst numerous bugs and performance issues that hinder the overall experience.
- “However, I had fun with this game; the story is so absurd it felt like a fever dream.”
- “The story is pretty standard for a Postal game at this point, where it's just absurd the whole time, but the missions are what make it for me.”
- “The story follows the Postal Dude several years after the events of Postal 2.”
- “The story is nearly non-existent.”
- “The plot and narrative are dumb and trivial; it seems only the first day was made with some effort.”
- “The story is just awful and grounded in the reddit-tier humor of what are essentially grossly outdated and completely non-provocative references and gimmicks.”
humor
867 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
93%
7%
The humor in "Postal 4" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a significant decline in quality compared to its predecessor, "Postal 2." While some appreciate the crude, juvenile humor and find it entertaining, others criticize it for being overly reliant on toilet jokes and lacking the sharp satire that characterized earlier entries. Overall, the humor is seen as hit-or-miss, with many feeling it doesn't push boundaries as effectively as before, leading to a more repetitive and less engaging experience.
- “The artistic direction does the job, and when we stop by to read and watch all the little panels and posters and art pieces, there are tons of funny things to uncover.”
- “Set aside the bugs, the game is really funny, stupid as expected and really fun to play.”
- “The humor is still spot on to the series.”
- “The humor is not funny (yes, I know it is subjective); however, it is not even close to Postal 2, mostly bad piss and shit jokes.”
- “The jokes are forced, unfunny, and often rely on shock value rather than clever writing.”
- “It's extremely safe, has no smart commentary about any of today's issues, and it's extremely unfunny with 90% of its missions, jokes, and content being pop-culture references that are five, sometimes ten years old.”
optimization
792 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of Postal 4 has been widely criticized, with players reporting severe performance issues, including frequent frame drops, long loading times, and numerous bugs. Despite some improvements over time, many users still find the game unplayable on even high-end systems, leading to frustration and disappointment. Overall, while there are hopes for future updates to enhance performance, the current state is deemed unacceptable by a significant portion of the player base.
- “The optimization has been fixed since my last review of this game.”
- “With the last performance update, the game runs ultra settings at solid 60 fps and the loading screens are a lot faster at least for me, so it's getting better and better.”
- “The game is at a point performance wise where it can be recommended.”
- “The game is buggy and poorly optimized, with constant crashes and performance issues that make it hard to enjoy.”
- “This game is not only poorly optimized, but there are terrible voice acting and sound effects.”
- “The performance is so bad that the PC specs requirements are actually lying to you, and it's just because this game runs so poorly.”
stability
593 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of Postal 4 has been widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly detract from the gameplay experience. Many reviews describe the game as a "buggy mess," with frequent crashes, unresponsive controls, and game-breaking glitches that make it nearly unplayable at times. While some players appreciate the chaotic charm of the glitches, the overall consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization and bug fixes to reach its potential.
- “Runs great!”
- “Runs great on Linux Mint through Steam Play compatibility.”
- “It's still buggy, but it's not buggy in a horrible way; also, one of the biggest things is that it's not boring.”
- “I really wanted to like this and was having fun, but it's too frustrating having to restart or load old saves because of the constant crashes, bugs, and glitches.”
- “The game is buggy, runs terrible, and looks like shit.”
- “This game is still very buggy and the performance isn't the best out there...”
graphics
477 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Postal 4" have received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues, including frequent frame rate drops and crashes, even on high-end systems. While some appreciate the updated visuals compared to "Postal 2," others criticize the art style as inconsistent and cartoonish, feeling it lacks the charm of its predecessor. Overall, the game is seen as needing further optimization and polish to meet modern standards, with many players expressing disappointment in its graphical fidelity and performance.
- “The graphics are really nice as well.”
- “The graphics and sound effects in Postal 4 are top-notch, and the game's art style is both unique and fitting for the game's tone.”
- “It's Postal 2, but with the OG graphics getting turned up 110%.”
- “The graphics are awful, to be frank, the music is nothing short of demented, and honestly, it forces any speck, modicum and particle of humour.”
- “The graphics are plain which is forgivable but the loading zones in the year of our lord 2022 are totally unacceptable.”
- “The graphics are sickeningly ugly.”
gameplay
456 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Postal 4 has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it retains the chaotic, sandbox-style fun of its predecessor, Postal 2, but suffers from numerous technical issues, including bugs, crashes, and performance problems. While some appreciate the nostalgic elements and new mechanics, others criticize the gameplay as clunky and lacking innovation, often feeling tedious and unpolished. Overall, the game shows potential for improvement but currently struggles to deliver a consistently enjoyable experience.
- “While it was initially plagued by technical issues, the recent updates have brought significant improvements to gameplay and mission flow.”
- “The gameplay is fun and it's still great for a janky alpha, I love that you got Jon St. Jon to voice the dude.”
- “Gameplay is decently fun, but the map feels empty along with the fact the humor has no edge to it.”
- “Graphics, story, gameplay... you need at least two of those to have a pretty good game... this game doesn't excel in any of those.”
- “Then there's the gameplay - far too often, we're stuck doing some tedious platforming or vehicle levels, and the underwater level is so mind-numbingly awful... the game seems to have no clue what it wants to be - the complete lack of vision throughout development is front and center.”
- “The gameplay is a literal chore, and it’s a damn technical train wreck.”
music
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the modern soundtrack and its fitting humor, while others criticize its repetitiveness and lack of originality, noting the reuse of tracks from previous titles. While the in-game radio and menu music are highlighted as enjoyable, many players feel that the overall musical experience lacks depth and authenticity, often leaving moments of silence or repetitive tunes. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a highlight for casual listening, but it falls short of creating a lasting impact.
- “Oh, and the music was nice.”
- “The soundtrack kicks ass, the missions are varied and the humor is usually on point.”
- “The OST is great, and if you want some extra noise, there are three radio stations on your phone to pick from, which all have something worth listening to.”
- “The game doesn't have any music that is authentic or lasting.”
- “They even reused Postal Redux's music because they couldn't create something unique.”
- “The graphics are awful, to be frank, the music is nothing short of demented, and honestly, it forces any speck, modicum, and particle of humour.”
grinding
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and frustrating, with many tasks feeling like chores rather than engaging gameplay. The large and convoluted map, combined with numerous bugs and unfunny cutscenes, contributes to a lack of enjoyment, making traversal and mission completion a chore. While some moments are fun, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game fails to capture the humor and excitement of its predecessor, resulting in a monotonous experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A lot of the tasks are extremely tedious too and getting to tasks can be a pain because of how unnecessarily huge the map is.”
- “The missions are boring and repetitive, the characters are annoying, traveling around is tedious, and all in all it was just a very meh experience.”
- “It's just some vague and shallow story told through a number of tedious and unrewarding errands, chores even.”
monetization
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized, with many reviewers labeling it a "cash grab" that fails to deliver a polished experience, often citing bugs, poor performance, and a lack of meaningful content. While some acknowledge the effort put into the game, the overwhelming sentiment is that it capitalizes on nostalgia without offering substantial improvements or value, leading to disappointment among players. Despite regular updates, many feel it remains a half-finished product that does not justify its price.
- “That does not inherently mean that it's bad; it's actually being patched and updated quite often and still does not have microtransactions!”
- “A lackluster cash grab for a tired concept, not offensive enough to incite emotion, not fun enough to incite joy.”
- “Refunded at the original release time because it was a half completed cash grab empty box.”
- “From gameplay to presentation, this game is a sad cash grab only meant to excite your Postal 2 nostalgia.”
replayability
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players noting a wealth of collectibles and side quests that cater to completionists, while others criticize it for being shallow and lacking depth after initial playthroughs. Despite its current limitations and technical issues, many believe that future updates could enhance the experience and increase replay value, reminiscent of the beloved Postal 2. Overall, while there are elements that encourage replayability, the game's current state leaves much to be desired.
- “The game has a lot of replayability from its collectibles and side quests on top of the main story, a lot of stuff for completionists like me to get.”
- “It has high replay value, it has grit and flagrant commentary of the time period it's set in, a nasty world full of nasty people, extremely creative, and clever re-use of connecting game mechanics.”
- “Postal has always been a replayable experience and this is just the same.”
- “So, replayability is sorely limited.”
- “$25 is a lot to pay for a game that provides no replayability even after the first 30 minutes, because it only takes half an hour to find out you reached the bottom of the very shallow piss-filled kiddie pool that is Postal 4.”
- “For starters, if you're looking for a game that is comparable to Postal 2 in terms of replayability, humor, and all the other things that make Postal 2 great, you won't find it here.”
atmosphere
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in Postal 2 is widely praised for its dark, surreal charm and immersive qualities, effectively blending humor with a foreboding vibe. In stark contrast, Postal 4 is criticized for lacking any cohesive atmosphere, appearing overly bright and cartoonish, which detracts from the series' signature edge and immersion. While some players find glimpses of the original's atmosphere in Postal 4, the overall consensus is that it fails to capture the engaging and gritty essence of its predecessor.
- “Postal 2's graphics are charming and contribute to a realistic atmosphere, which is impressive for a 2003 release.”
- “The atmosphere and general vibe of Postal 2 is a big part of what makes it great, and this game has a completely different one. It's in contrast to its ancestor, not creepy, macabre, and edgy, which relates to the first game and gives good contrast to be in the mind of the same twisted psychopath that is the Postal Dude.”
- “Somehow, I found Postal 2's paradise so much more atmospheric and engaging due to this early 2000's attempt at photo realism and urban grittiness that has this real genuine feel to it.”
- “The atmosphere is totally lacking.”
- “And p4 just looks like this bright, shiny unreal engine game that lacks any atmosphere or charm.”
- “Honestly, I think they shot themselves in the foot by going with a newer engine, because it really ruined the atmosphere that the game was trying to have.”
emotional
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight a mix of emotional responses to the game, ranging from nostalgia and warmth to disappointment and frustration. While some players appreciate the heartwarming elements and character continuity, others criticize the portrayal of characters and the overall tone, feeling it detracts from the emotional depth they expected. The emotional impact varies significantly, with some finding it deeply moving and others feeling disconnected or even disturbed by the game's direction.
- “This game helps with your child's emotional and psychological health!”
- “Just nominated this thing for the outstanding story-rich game award, it made me cry from holes I didn't even know they were capable of.”
- “Being able to have the postal dude's story continue along with all the other characters (except Gary. R.I.P. Gary) is heartwarming in this messed up world we live in.”
- “The emotional depth is lacking, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The storyline feels flat and uninspired, leaving little room for emotional engagement.”
- “The game fails to evoke any real feelings, making the experience feel hollow.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is criticized for its lack of originality and depth, with many characters feeling like clones and only a few unique ones standing out. While some reviewers find it better than other titles like Starfield, overall, the character design and development are deemed disappointing and uninspired.
- “Character design is lacking; it's just people, and there are clones of the same characters all over the place. The only unique characters are few and far between, and they aren't as interesting as even those in Postal 3.”
- “The worst game of all time with no character development in the series.”
- “Better character development than in Starfield.”