Tom Clancy’s The Division™

Great storyline, rich and well-balanced. I recommend it even in 2025.

i have over 400+ hours on my other account, would reccomend playing with a group though. Its way more fun if you have a group to go around doing missions and etc

Story is well made keeps you interested and coming back... Darkzone way better than Division 2... Played it on Xbox figured id give it a go on PC... so yea,,, ITS A GOOD GAME.

It was fun in coop for a while but... you know how Ubisoft likes these side-quests that might contribute to world-building but usually contribute nothing to the main story? Well, the whole game is like that.

All "main" missions are just killing bad guys at various locations. Like a big side-quest. As a character in this "story", you're mute and you're just doing your literal job. That's it. There are no NPCs that would actually matter a lot to the "story", because all they ever do are their own literal jobs (doctor, IT, police chief) at a predefined safe locations, sometimes working a second job of a typical ARPG quest giver.

I can tolerate enemies being bullet sponges - because this is not necessarily bad if you enjoy the shooting mechanics - but without any true campaign story this game is no different than playing Counter Strike against bots but in open world. It is fine if that's all you want - as I said, it is fun in coop - but two of us prefer some story progression to be present, not just world-building (of which there is plenty). And without coop it is plain boring to us.

I wouldn't recommend the Dark Zone, as there ARE cheaters there (high-risk/high-reward extraction type shooters attract cheaters), but the single player/Co-Op side of the game is amazing, and fun. Very well done. Worth playing, especially if you catch it on sale.

This game was great when it came out and is still fun to play today.

Good game to enjoy playing with friends, but a little too repetitive and a weak story.

This afternoon, I reinstalled Division 1 on a whim, and did some sidequests. And maybe its just nostalgia talking, but Division 1 is far more immersive for me; it genuinely feels like the apocalypse has just hit society, something that would be eerily prescient of the Pandemic of 2020. Maybe its that I find a big city in the grip of winter to be a more compelling setting than the the swampy streets of DC. Or perhaps that the Dark Zone, snowstorms, and subways in the first game were far scarier than anything in the second.

Note: completed the base campaign on Uplay.

Wish I didn't wait so long to play this game.
Never had a console or PC capable of playing this when it first came out, ended up getting the Division 2 years later when that came out and I liked that one enough to grab this game when it came up on sale. I would willingly pay full price for this now and have purchased the season pass for a nearly nine year old game. I can't quite figure out what it is about this first one, if it's the atmosphere, the setting, the different enemies, the story, the slightly different mechanics and UI or what, but this one is a hit for sure. It took me well over a month in the Div 2 to put in the same time I have on this one in two weeks, this game is gripping, addictive, and seemingly very polished at this point (as you'd hope to expect but it's ubisoft so you never know). There's ever so slightly more emphasis on the story in the base game missions of this one (although the second one seems to focus more on the story in the DLC than this one did) and it seems to flush out a lot more of why you're doing what rather than just "go here, kill this person or rescue this one" like the second one seemed to be like with little actual story or reason behind a lot of it. Also for a 2016 release the graphics in this game are STUNNING and I find myself often just staring at my reflection or a skyscraper's in a random puddle or taking in the scenery of a post-lockdown Gramercy Park covered in a nice layer of shining snow.
Overall 9.5/10, excellent atmosphere, graphics, optimization, mechanics, replay-ability, and no bugs at all so far. Only .5 off for having to be connected online to play it.

Possibly the most underrated game of all time... I said it. Many have never touched this game due to all the drama around the E3 showcase and release, and I understand that. I still remember in 2014 how big of a deal it was, but I am SO glad back then I actually gave Watch Dogs and The Division and others a chance... But again I understand if you didnt. But in an age where all of our favourite game companies have become corporate shills, this game stands out as a diamond in the rough. For a game released 10 years ago I honestly think the graphics not only hold up well, but beat many modern games, the graphics, lighting, and environment create a super believable depiction of New York City. A city that has been ravaged by the Dollar Flu Virus, an extremely flushed out and well developed and believable plague! I could talk about the division forever but to sum up, its an amazing game with an incredible story, and a super viceral environment! The Division, just like Watch Dogs 1, was seriously underrated and a diamond in the rough. The graphics I think are genuinely incredible and not only hold up well a decade later but beat MANY modern games! The lore and story I also find super interesting with a very believable virus and division agents being deployed its EPIC! Truly if you never gave this game a shot you are missing out. I HIGHLY recommend it!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)

“Welcome to the collapse of society. Grab your gear, watch your six, and trust no one.”

The Division drops you into a stunningly detailed and hauntingly realistic post-pandemic New York City. As a sleeper agent of the Strategic Homeland Division (SHD), you’re tasked with restoring order in a world overrun by chaos, rogue factions, and betrayals lurking around every corner.

✅ What Works:
✔ Atmosphere & Setting – NYC’s winter ruins feel alive (or rather, barely alive). From abandoned streets to underground hideouts, the immersion is top-tier.
✔ Gunplay & RPG Mechanics – Satisfying combat, solid cover system, and deep character progression keep things engaging.
✔ Co-op & Dark Zone – Running missions with friends is great, but stepping into the Dark Zone? That’s where the real tension begins. Trust is fragile, and betrayal is always an option.
✔ Post-Apocalyptic Police Fantasy – If you love policing history, tactical ops, and watching society’s last line of defense hold the line, this game scratches that itch.

❌ What Could Be Better:
✖ Bullet Sponge Enemies – Some enemies take way too many hits, making encounters feel artificially difficult.
✖ Endgame Grind – While there’s plenty to do, loot-based progression can get repetitive.
✖ Story Feels Underutilized – The world is rich with lore, but the main narrative doesn’t always take full advantage of it.

🎯 Final Verdict:
If you love tactical shooters, post-collapse scenarios, and the idea of being the last line of order in a lawless world, The Division is a must-play. The game shines in co-op and PvP tension, but expect some RPG grind and bullet-sponge combat. Still, exploring a devastated NYC, surviving the Dark Zone, and restoring order in true SHD fashion makes for an unforgettable experience.

🔹 Recommended – Especially with friends.

**2025 Review**

PvE: - ✓ – Still enjoyable and relatively active, but the player base is rapidly declining. Matchmaking for legendary missions is usually the only reliable way to find a group, unless you can gather enough players from social areas.

PvP: - ✗ – Rampant cheating and severe gear imbalances make it unwelcoming for new players. The Dark Zone remains playable but expect occasional instant deaths from cheaters. Skirmish matchmaking appears completely inactive.

Avoid purchasing Last Stand DLC! — Matchmaking is entirely dead, with no active player base.

This is easily one the best games I have ever played. Obviously, played it on xbox first when it released and decided to get it again and play through it all AGAIN. Never once has this game disappointed me, especially like 2 did. Ubisoft will probably never make a game as good as they used to and definitely not as good as this one again. PEAK UBISOFT!!

Honestly played the heck out of this game I loved everything from the atmosphere to the world building and game play. Definitely a classic game well worth the money

good game, only bad part is going to the dark zone alone since people just 4 stack and camp extraction points other than that the graphics are nice and the gameplay is good

Even in 2025 the game still looks and plays amazing. However one major thing has changed playing this game. The fact that an actual pandemic has happened in the meantime.

This game is about a deliberately caused pandemic during Black Friday using a pathogen that is smeared onto bills and spread the disease as such. The disease in question looked like the flu and started off not too worrying. However, as time progesses it becomes clear that the disease can be deadly and most likely is. Almost like... how COVID-19 started in real life.

Now the game itself is total anarchy and you basically play an FPS game with bullet spunges of enemies. But it is still fun, it still looks amazing and the story is great! Also fun with friends!

it's a fun game. lots of hiding behind stuff, but still enjoyable.
what sucks is there are no steam achievements.

Recommended, when on a high discount and only the base-game.
DLCs used to be not even 3 bucks back some years, are about 6 to 9 now and most critics are extremely negative.


The game:

In this game, you face a quite realistic, pandemic extinction (set to our Earth-realm and -time) and have to play private investigator, to figure, how it all went down, who's responsible, involved and raised among the happenings and of course, stop the bad guy(s).

You do this in the style of a lonesome wolf or in a squad of up to 4 people (playing with friends is highly recommended, just because of reliability and matchmaking in some instances like Darkzone and Incursions [endgame-content]).

Looting and shooting your way through Manhatten, gathering collectables and helping the JTF and civilians, to cope with whatever is struggling, is your daily, monotonous business (nearly like a real job).

Each player has his/her own Base of operations, for which they collect one-time scores (repeating and helping others won't offer another time rewarded with scores) on completing missions and encounters.
Determined by the color (green, yellow, blue) the scores can be used, to unlock upgrades in the B.o.O.'s wings (medical, technical, security), which provide new abilities, perks, talents and ingame-features (read carefully, especially at the beginning).

Once the story is done, you might start completing some collections or just end playing, if you don't want to blow out money for expensive DLCs.

So far about the story and the basic mechanisms.


PRO:
- neat visuals/graphics, referring to the age of the game;
- different controls, compared to other games, but they turn out ergonomically, once you learned them;
- mostly nice playerbase, which can help you out once in a while, especially with tough missions, in the Darkzone and in the
endgame-content at the Piers/Resistance/Incursions;

CONTRA:
- depends on permanent internet connection;
- depends on Ubisoft's own launcher-app (might need a workaround, to activate the Steam-version, Internet is helpfull
there);
- can be remotely sabotaged (NPCs can be rigged and make the game really struggling);
- some content still is buggy, even after at least 8 years after release and a part 2 up and running for ages as well already;
- very expensive and probably barely worth being played DLCs;
- some ingame-collectables are held behind either tough grind- or even worse DLC-paywalls;


So, the positives defentitely outweight the downsides on a very cheap base-game-purchase (used to be about 10 bucks once, no idea, why it has skyrocketed), which is, why it still can be recommended, for fans of loot-shooters.

Couldn't recommend it to anyone, who doesn't like 3rd-person-loot-shooters at all.

A modern day post apocalyptic shooter rpg with great storytelling behind it. A rare breed.

The Division excels at making combat more than just shooting—it’s about positioning, timing, and synergy. As a cover-based shooter, staying mobile and using your environment strategically is essential. What sets it apart is the RPG layer: enemies aren’t easily dropped with a single headshot; instead, success relies on proper gear, skill use, and loadout synergy. Experimenting with abilities like deployable turrets, seeker mines, or healing stations adds depth and allows you to tailor your approach to solo play or co-op missions.

The world design is equally impressive. Manhattan is brought to life with painstaking detail—streets filled with snow, abandoned cars, and haunting remnants of a world lost to chaos. Every area feels alive, with environmental cues that tell silent stories of survival and tragedy.

After all these years this game is still so good. Even better now on the Deck 👌. Must replay if you have not tried DLCs

It's a pretty fun game, the classic ubi formula with an excellent atmosphere. Much better than newer ubisoft games imo

I always loved this game, especially with a friend. If you like looter-shooters, you should also like this. The map and atmosphere is immersive and incredible.

i would recommend this game if you're into a PvE shooter game and want to play with friend. For it's price it's safe to assume to buy this at a discount because this is an old game. Again i would like to repeat this game is very fun if you play it with friends, but if you're okay with going solo then that's fine too.

i also like the small details that changes where you progress through the game and felt like you actually doing something.

great setting and storytelling through exploration of an atmospheric new york in winter

Finally playing The Division 1 after all these years, and wow—it’s so much fun! Just hit level 6, and I’m already hooked. The atmosphere, gameplay, and progression are amazing. Can’t wait to dive deeper into this world. Highly recommend giving it a shot if you haven’t yet!

The Division

The Division in its current state is personally a definite play, it has a great story which can be played alone or with a group, the game play is great and feels rewarding and the atmosphere this game provides is absolutly amazing (a great game to play in the winter months) exploring the snow covered landscape feels great and the gunplay feels seemless and fun

the only issue with the game in its current state is how empty it feels post campaign, player numbers have dropped quite drastically due to its age, so post campaign the game can feel very empty, but if you are playing this with friends then this is not an issue.

if this game is cheap or on sale i 100% reccommend picking the division up

Unexpected gem.

A game by Ubisoft, usually just that says a lot. Expectations are set up so that the game is either really good or really bad. Thankfully The Division 1 is in the former.

I heard a lot about the series but never had a chance to play it myself until recently. While different from my expectations, I found myself enjoying it a lot more than I thought.

Graphics are beautiful, vibrant, and feel unique, something that Ubisoft is really good at doing.
Sound design is amazing, especially the music - I found myself sometimes just hanging around and enjoying it.

Gameplay mechanics are polished and with controls being very responsive and user friendly. What I do have to note is, the cover looter shooter mechanics were probably the most difficult part for me to get used to as I haven't personally played those types of games before. (What do you mean a headshot doesn't kill him..?)
It's not bad by any means, but I had to approach the game from a different angle to start enjoying it.

As for the side activities and general story, the world is filled with what I call Ubi-bloat, a lot of repetitive short tasks to make the world feel less empty. The story is pretty okay
And while everything is true, in a sense, the game offers a lot more than just that. Side content, collectables, special missions/modes and lore, combining that with stunning visuals and the overall setting makes the game enjoyable and worth your time.

The Division is like being trapped in a never-ending urban apocalypse 🏙️💥. Enemies shoot like they have a personal vendetta, and ammo is a rare treasure 🔫💣. It’s tough, it’s intense, but man is it satisfying when you finally win. 10/10, would be the hero (with low health) again."

Fantastic game, story is a bit mid, dark zone is fun if you play before all the cheaters get on, last stand matches CAN be found (usually on friday)

Survival is the first extraction shooter on the market and boy is it a hell of a way to start a genre.

Under ground is kinda meh

people still play the game so you can find mission matchmaking

gud game better than D2 (checkpoint simulator)

Great looking but half baked shallow world and weak atmosphere, only the snowfall effects were noteworthy. Great shooting and decent progression mechanics but gameplay, like the world, is terribly bland and repetitive. Dogs#!t characters and storytelling. Nauseatingly feminist. Completely unmemorable.

A little wonky with the controls (cover/jump) but an excellently developed game that sows missions well. Skill tree seems superfluous, but I'm sure it will make more of a difference once the tree gets bigger (still early in the game.)

Great graphics and story line out breaking survival theme

This is easily one of the best games Ubisoft has published. I first played on my Xbox before I did my PC, and I loved it. The game has such an amazing atmosphere that still stands the test of time. While I don't think that this game has the best story ever, the gameplay surely makes up for it. There's nothing that compares to the hopelessness of the Survival DLC that came out, or the high tension inside the Dark Zone when you're by yourself. Would recommend to this day, 10/10.

This game requires ubisoft connect. Not only is ubisoft connect garbage, when i buy a game on steam i expect it to run without a third party launcher having to be installed on my pc.
So negative review it is

One of the best damn games around before UbiSoft messed it all up. Still a great game to play even now in 2025. Brings back hardcore memories for me. UbiSoft stopped doing updates to the game and Division 2 came out which has nothing on Division 1. ...all you old School Division 1 guys know exactly what I am talking about. Worth every penny. I got lucky and bought this during a sale and got this gem for $4.99. I own this on Xbox as well and am/was in deep in the end game as well. See you in the Dark Zone ><

One of the most graphically rich exploratory Massively Multiplayer Online shooters.

Back in the day when it first came out it fully utilized my Threadripper 32vcore TI 2080 with 64gb of ram.

As a new player is very nice game.But after Ubisoft stopped global events,to collect a classified gear set is not possible.Believe me is something you need for pve and pvp.Everything seems unbalanced without it.Well done one more time Ubisoft.

well what is there to say its just one more ubisoft games that has all the stuff every game they make has, open world were you just look at the map, mark a point on the map go to that point, do one off the same 4 mission type then look at the map again mark a new point and do that over and over till you get bored. the world of NY does look good but that's it, there is no reason to walk round the world as all the stuff you need to find is all marked on the map. but what they have done is added loot boxes that they drip feed you but at the same time will sell you more for real cash. over all the game is ok if you like ubisoft and there copy paste games with a new look.


PS dont buy the game as end game content is not playable with the cheaters in DV using speed hacks/aim bots/walls/DPS boosters and more meaning unless you cheat as well you will not get far.

Not a bad little game a better time from Ubisoft's arsenal. Gameplay is fun though quite repetitive at times but with multiple builds to make it can be overlooked. Alright on your own better with friends get while on offer still has an active player base. 7/10

Very atmospheric third-person looter shooter. If dealing with gear and explore open world to find all the collectables is your thing, this game is just for you

Leave the cheaters and put away ubibug's background. this game is insane!!!
even with a few problems and bugs its still incredible. the graphic-atmosphere-destructibility-story-side missions-music(main music<3)-covering sys and details and gameplay, after 9 years its still perfect and unique ofc.
if you are looking for something enjoyable , just try it!

man this game is so amazing i play this back on ps4 with my homie since i bought it again but on pc it feel amazing till this day man, as much i do enjoy open wrld games this one is by far my fav game ever

The original, and still the best

My favorite Looter Shooter so far. Unfortunately a Ubisoft title, so the expected jank is more than present. A diverse cover system, impactful feeling weapons, powerful skills, and a robust gear system prop this game up for a more than enjoyable experience. With tons to do in the main game, and just as much fun to have in the Endgame I'd say Tom Clancy's The Division is worth it on sale, esp if you can get it with the DLC.

I still play on and off. It is a grind to get good loot. But what game isnt? Still plays great. Looks good. It is still a good game.

This Game is where My Love for the Franchise Began back on PS4 at Launch with all 4 Maxed Endgame Characters, before again Buying it with all DLC Expansions for PC azwell.

I just Love the Cover Based or Mad Tank DPS Gameplay and World Loop.

I just Really do Hope that when UBISOFT do decide to shut down the Servers, that they Implement an Offline Mode for Gamers who still wanna play these two Great Games in Singleplayer.

Bring On THE DIVISION 3! 👌🏾😁

This game is to this day one of my favorites. I go back and play it every winter because of the vibes. Very sad to see the global events are over though...

How does this game look so good all these years later.

It has an awesome UI design, the image quality is great and the gun play is so satisfying.

This is such a fun time with friends.

I'd absolutely recommend this.

A beautiful game with super repetitive and boring side missions/encounters , main missions are somewhat fun.
If you can't bear with Ubisoft's formula you'll get bored real fast , only get this on sale when you got nothing else to play.

The gun fight feels so real and natural. Much better gun fight than Far Cry series.