Watch Dogs

In short: Watch Dogs is an action game released in 2014 by Ubisoft Montreal, available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. Our score: 7.5/10 (worth buying, especially on sale). Lowest price we found right now: $8.99.

Hack the city. Control everything.

Watch Dogs introduced hacking as a core gameplay mechanic in an open-world action game set in a connected Chicago. Play as Aiden Pearce, a skilled hacker seeking revenge.

Game details

• Developer: Ubisoft Montreal
• Publisher: Ubisoft
• Release year: 2014
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
• Category: action

Our review

The hacking open-world game that couldn't live up to its E3 hype. Aiden Pearce is bland but the hacking mechanics have moments of brilliance.

Pros

• Innovative hacking mechanics
• Digital Trips are fun
• Decent open world
• Online invasions

Cons

• Boring protagonist
• Downgraded graphics
• Generic missions
• Didn't match E3 demo

FAQ

Is it open world?

Yes, set in a fictionalized Chicago.

More about this game

• Is Watch Dogs worth buying?
• Watch Dogs guide
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Last updated: 01/04/2026