The Saints Row reboot has left fans split down the middle when it comes to the direction the series is taking. It seems that the reboot is going to sit somewhere between the realistic gameplay of the first two games and the over-the-top craziness of the latter titles. While not a whole lot is known about the game right now, it goes without saying that fans will have to get their hands on the game before making a final judgment.

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Regardless of the reception to the reveal of Saints Row's reboot, there's no denying the fact that players will still be hyped to try out the latest chapter in this illustrious video game series. Of course, it will take some time for players to get their hands on the latest Saints Row, so here are some other titles that will help them pass the time until then.

10 Grand Theft Auto 5

grand theft auto 5 protagonists

Given that Saints Row was classified as a Grand Theft Auto clone for the longest time, it only makes sense to recommend a game from this massive series. Grand Theft Auto 5 is a great candidate in this regard that is considered by many to be the best game in the series from a technical standpoint.

The game is full to the brim with explosive gameplay, a brilliant story, and characters that are quite a joy to interact with. Any fan of Saints Row will feel right at home with the wacky gameplay of Grand Theft Auto 5.

9 Sleeping Dogs

Fighting enemies in Sleeping Dogs

A Grand Theft Auto-style game that focuses heavily on hand-to-hand combat is going to be right up anyone's alley who loves the Saints Row series. This is precisely why Sleeping Dogs is such a great title for gamers to try out.

The city of Hong Kong serves as the perfect backdrop for an open-world game where players play as an undercover cop in the Triad. The story is surprisingly emotional, but the combat is undoubtedly the biggest highlight of the game.

8 L.A. Noire

L.A. Noire's protagonist with a gun

The idea of playing an open-world detective game sounds incredibly enticing to many. While L.A. Noire might have its faults, it definitely succeeds in telling a riveting story about a detective who works on the police force following his traumatic stint in the army.

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The narrative of L.A. Noire is undoubtedly its biggest strength, with the investigative gameplay also being pretty enjoyable. However, the open-world can feel rather barren at times, which is a shame given how detailed it is.

7 Watch Dogs: Legion

London from Watch Dogs: Legion street view

The first Watch Dogs title was labeled by many as the GTA killer before Ubisoft showed its true colors and released a downgraded version of this game. Regardless, the series was still pretty engaging, with both Watch Dogs 2 and Legion being pretty decent games in their own right.

Watch Dogs: Legion featured a rather innovative mechanic where players could recruit anyone off the street in DedSec, effectively turning them into the main character. While this weakened the main narrative, it certainly allowed for a higher degree of emergent gameplay that the series can definitely benefit from.

6 Far Cry 6

Far Cry 6

Far Cry 6 might not be the most original game around, but it's still a blast to play through. The game features a vast open world that is full to the brim with objectives to complete.

Giancarlo Esposito's appearances in the game might be sporadic, but they still steal the show every single time. Any fan of the series will be right at home with Far Cry 6 even though the formula might get repetitive at times.

5 Sunset Overdrive

Sunset Overdrive - character holding an oversized gun

Before Insomniac Games got their hands on the Spider-Man IP, the company made another unique open-world title in the form of Sunset Overdrive. Traversal was a highlight in this game and set the foundation for the studio to work on Marvel's Spider-Man.

Sunset Overdrive is a brilliant game that allows players to go absolutely wild as they dash around combat arenas and take out enemies in the most stylish fashion possible. Fans of Insomniac Studios should definitely try this game out for themselves!

4 Mad Max

Mad Max game front cover with man standing

Mad Max was a game that took everyone by surprise when it was launched. Most people expected the game to be nothing more than a forgettable open-world title, but it's a testament to Avalanche Studios' mettle as developers that they managed to inject a great degree of entertainment into this game.

The driving mechanics are genuinely great and the combat is a familiar yet interesting take on the Arkham formula. This, coupled with a story faithful to the lore of Mad Max, makes this title a great open-world game to sink some hours into.

3 Just Cause 4

Just Cause 4 - protagonist looking out at the open-world

Avalanche Studios are the developers of the Just Cause series as well. This franchise has seen its fair share of ups and downs, with Just Cause 4 being a source of annoyance for many gamers who had many complaints about this game.

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Over time, patches have fixed some of the issues in this game to make it more playable. Players who want to witness the crazy nature of Just Cause at its very peak should definitely check out the latest title in this series.

2 Prototype 2

Prototype 2

Prototype is an open-world series that has been left in the dust for quite some time now. It's a shame since the two games in this franchise are extremely fun to play through for a whole host of reasons.

Prototype 2 is the most perfect evolution of this formula that fans can try out. The dark narrative and brutal gameplay make Prototype 2 one of the more engaging and underrated games on this list for fans of Saints Row.

1 Infamous Second Son

Another series that has been on the backburner like Prototype for quite some time now is Infamous. The first two games on the PS3 were absolute masterpieces that allowed players to explore a vast and engaging open world developed by Sucker Punch Productions.

The first Infamous game to come out on the PS4 was a great title that showcased all the strengths of this then-new console. While it might not be the best game in the series, it's definitely the most accessible of the lot!

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