I don't remember any problems during launch, aside from the whole graphics fiasco which started well before the launch. It's a solid open-world game. Gameplay feels like GTA, and that's not a bad thing. Hacking is simple, and fun to use for the most part. Story characters aren't all that memorable except for Jordi, Defalt, and T-Bone. There's quite a bit to do after you finish the main game...... if you can find the motivation to do it. I cannot. I finished the main story, and just can't be bothered to go back and play the game again. Solid game, replay value is "meh"