DiRT Rally

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  1. MaMaD
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    Dirt Rally : I am the dark souls of racing muhahahaahahhahaahhaha
    Best rally simulation ever.The best and most realistic rally game Codemasters have made.
  2. op8
    Dec 24, 2015
    10
    This deserves 10/10. Simply put, it's the best rally game on the planet.
    TBH, I'm kind of shocked that Codemasters had it in them to make such a good rally game!!
    Not designed for casual (poor skill) racing gamers. If you are a novice or not very good at racing games, expect to have to put in time to learn properly. It is a rewarding game. Honestly can't say enough good things about    This deserves 10/10. Simply put, it's the best rally game on the planet.
    TBH, I'm kind of shocked that Codemasters had it in them to make such a good rally game!!
    Not designed for casual (poor skill) racing gamers.
    If you are a novice or not very good at racing games, expect to have to put in time to learn properly. It is a rewarding game. Honestly can't say enough good things about this. It's gonna take a lot for anything to take the top spot away from Codies after this masterpiece.    … Expand
  3. safambare
    Dec 15, 2015
    10
    It's the first time I put 150 hours on a racing game. And I'll play it even more. The game is very difficult but also very rewarding. I play with an xbox controller and it works fine. I think this game is not just the best rally game, but the best racing game I've ever played!
  4. Sesshomurai
    Jan 19, 2016
    10
    This game is fantastic. Its a true simulator so you will need a wheel, pedals, shifter etc. But if you got those this is a must have. Gorgeous visuals. Numerous worldwide locations and event types. And cars from each decade. It is the most visceral driving game ive ever played.
  5. VolvoRallyGuy
    Feb 7, 2016
    10
    Dirty Rally is still the best. SLRE cannot touch it. As a guy who loves his cars, has built an old volvo rally car and spent a lot of time driving said car. This simulation is still a sim, it has its issues but they are so minor they have not bothered me, runs great on a 4690k w 2R9390's and brothers family share with a 4690k and a 970. G25 and Fanatec GT3 work fine. Handling isDirty Rally is still the best. SLRE cannot touch it. As a guy who loves his cars, has built an old volvo rally car and spent a lot of time driving said car. This simulation is still a sim, it has its issues but they are so minor they have not bothered me, runs great on a 4690k w 2R9390's and brothers family share with a 4690k and a 970. G25 and Fanatec GT3 work fine. Handling is superb, one of my favorite titles in a long time.… Expand
  6. StillOld
    Feb 13, 2016
    10
    Finally finally really good rally game.
    Handling - good
    Graphics - Good
    Soundtrack - Good
    Rally feeling - Good
    Speed feeling - Good
    This is THE game you waited so long.
  7. RCBobs
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    Simply the best thing to happen to rally video games ever. Good on Codemasters for doing such a good job of making an actual sim (who knew they could). Maybe a little light on content for those who don't like rallycross but this has consumed my spare time in a way few racing games have for over a decade.
  8. AntonNovikov
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    DiRT Rally is the one of the best racing games I've ever played so far. I wouldn't say it's a better sim than Richard Burns Rally, but much more enjoyable to play, IMO. Amazing quality of track & cars modelling, outstanding sound, great visual effects.
    This game can even make you want to buy a wheel. At least I did. 300+ hours of playing since early access. No regrets.
    10/10. Must have    DiRT Rally is the one of the best racing games I've ever played so far. I wouldn't say it's a better sim than Richard Burns Rally, but much more enjoyable to play, IMO. Amazing quality of track & cars modelling, outstanding sound, great visual effects.
    This game can even make you want to buy a wheel. At least I did. 300+ hours of playing since early access. No regrets.

    10/10. Must have for all racing fans.    … Expand
  9. sinadoom
    Dec 17, 2015
    9
    This game is not only a shining example of how Early Access can help to make a great game, but also the best rally game in the series. Unlike its predecessors, DiRT Rally is very much focused on the rallying, as the title suggests. It provides one of the most authentic racing experiences to date. Few, if any other racing games capture the immersion of racing as well as DiRT Rally. TheThis game is not only a shining example of how Early Access can help to make a great game, but also the best rally game in the series. Unlike its predecessors, DiRT Rally is very much focused on the rallying, as the title suggests. It provides one of the most authentic racing experiences to date. Few, if any other racing games capture the immersion of racing as well as DiRT Rally. The reason this game shines is because it is realistic when it comes to physics, handling and performance. It also helps that, unlike with the GRID series, every car's interior is meticulously detailed with high-resolution textures. The visual fidelity of this game combined with the authenticity and variety of the vehicles and tracks on offer combine to create a rally game like no other. Although this game is hardcore, it is in no way frustrating, unfair or poorly designed when it comes to other aspects. This is a top quality, AAA game that sets out to offer a great rally experience and it does that. Infact, it does more than that. In addition to rallying, there are Hillclimb championships; although admittedly with only 3 cars and one track. It also does Rallycross - this time with actual professional rules and cars which are very difficult to control as one would expect. Daily, weekly and monthly events with tiered rewards based on performance (and no restarting allowed) means that the game is always going to have a new challenge for you to tackle. The progression/money system is not needlessly over-complicated either. It gives player choice and keeps it simple. It will take a while to buy every car but there is no grinding involved - you always have choice. Perhaps the only criticisms of this game would be that in career events, the bonus for not restarting is miniscule compared to the gains from placing higher, and the fact that you can't select your difficulty can be off-putting for new players - even though the game starts at the lowest difficulty level. All in all however, this is a masterpiece - it may not have as much content or variety as previous titles, but in terms of quality and authenticity, it is a must-play for all rally fans.… Expand
  10. Evilsmurf
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    I've been a gamer for around 29 years with racing Sim's being my preferred choice of game. This, simply put is the pinnacle of rally Sim's. It's brutally challenging - in a good way that keeps you coming back for more.
    It looks awesome, with some of the most authentic looking real world stages I've ever seen in a game.
    For me, it's my game of the year. If you love rally, you need this game.
  11. chicken_makhani
    Dec 20, 2015
    8
    I usually don't play racing games, but somehow rally games were always something special to me (played Colin McRae Rally 1 to 4 as a kid). It's been years since a good rally game came out... so i bought Dirt Rally when it released... and a racing wheel... and here are some pros and cons:

    Pros: + Gameplay feels very realistic and is pure fun + Mastering a stage and/or car feels very    I usually don't play racing games, but somehow rally games were always something special to me (played Colin McRae Rally 1 to 4 as a kid). It's been years since a good rally game came out... so i bought Dirt Rally when it released... and a racing wheel... and here are some pros and cons:

    Pros:
    + Gameplay feels very realistic and is pure fun
    + Mastering a stage and/or car feels very rewarding
    + Force feedback is amazing -> very immersive (playing with a racing wheel)
    + Lots of cars, three very different rally styles (Rally, Rallycross, Hill Climb)

    Cons:
    - No tutorial, driving school whatsoever. -> game is very hard at first
    - Career mode is a bit shallow (more like a text adventure...)    … Expand
  12. ciaran036home
    Dec 13, 2015
    10
    This very may well be the greatest racing game I have played to date. It is without a shadow of a doubt the best rally game in existence - by far the best in the series. This is what fans have been waiting for - a DIRT that is nothing but pure rally, what we wanted all along. It's a stunning looking game, a great variety in environments to race on, and an enormous number of vehicles eachThis very may well be the greatest racing game I have played to date. It is without a shadow of a doubt the best rally game in existence - by far the best in the series. This is what fans have been waiting for - a DIRT that is nothing but pure rally, what we wanted all along. It's a stunning looking game, a great variety in environments to race on, and an enormous number of vehicles each of which feel and sound how they are supposed to. Every time you race a stage it feels totally different as you can race them at any time of day and with any weather conditions. Between the multiplayer, rally cross, hill climb and of course the rally stages there is a wealth of content. It is a also highly addictive, and no other game has brought me back time after time in order to see myself further up the charts. It's a hugely challenging game and the Masters level rally competitions are extremely difficult to win - but still a hell of a lot of fun also. Pure rally is a far more exciting form of racing than other genres, because the risk of crashing out and having to exit a rally can happen with a single twitch in movement going wrong. The rally cross multiplayer is also a great element in the mix, and again lots of fun. There won't be another game out like this for a long time, but in the meantime I will be very happy!… Expand
  13. anotherplayer
    Jan 8, 2016
    9
    This is really the rally game you have been waiting for since Colin McRae Rally 2.0. It is very difficult at the beginning but that is what makes it rewarding. Really worth it and as far as I know, there is no competition on the market at the moment (Jan 2016).
  14. luislmf
    Dec 18, 2015
    10
    I play this game on a G25 Logitech wheel and its a blast. Finally a great rally game like in the old days , the market really was missing a game like this. If they can make the career mode deeper, its a game to stay on my PC for a long time.
    Every car has a unique feeling, the weather effects on the track is great and the sound is real.
  15. r0x-
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    I bought this game back in beta and fell in love with it. Everything is really polished.
    It feels FAST, controls are tight, sound is killer and graphics are amazing.
    You can customize your cars till they feel just right for your play style. Online stuff is cool too. Daily, weekly, monthly events where you compete for time. Highly recommend this game for anyone looking for a thrill.    I bought this game back in beta and fell in love with it. Everything is really polished.
    It feels FAST, controls are tight, sound is killer and graphics are amazing.
    You can customize your cars till they feel just right for your play style.
    Online stuff is cool too. Daily, weekly, monthly events where you compete for time.
    Highly recommend this game for anyone looking for a thrill. Can't put it down.    … Expand
  16. Carles
    Dec 11, 2015
    10
    About time! I’ve been waiting for years! I remember how good were the games like Richard Burns, Colin McRae or WRC (WRC series in PS2). Dirt 3 was a big deception for me, because there were all type of racing categories but no rally (for me stages with 2 kilometers it’s a totally crap).
    But DIRT Rally is completely different compared to the previous DIRT series. All seems simulator for    About time! I’ve been waiting for years! I remember how good were the games like Richard Burns, Colin McRae or WRC (WRC series in PS2). Dirt 3 was a big deception for me, because there were all type of racing categories but no rally (for me stages with 2 kilometers it’s a totally crap).
    But DIRT Rally is completely different compared to the previous DIRT series. All seems simulator for me, and playing with Thrustmaster T150 wheel it’s a really nice experience. I will wait until this game will be released in PS4, and I expect this wheel (Thrustmaster T150 compatible with PS4 and PC) will be compatible too with this game.    … Expand
  17. Jarlaxle_82
    Dec 13, 2015
    10
    Endlich mal wieder eine Simulation die diesen Namen auch verdient! Habe gefühlt seit Collin Mcrea 2 nicht mehr so viel Spaß an einem Rallyspiel, wenn nicht sogar Rennspiel gehabt. Nach kurzer Eingewöhnung macht es schon am Anfang der Karriere mit der 60er Karre richtig Laune über die Pisten zu brettern. Finnland mit seinen unglaublichen Sprüngen lässt mich jetzt schon, mit 115 PS, unruhigEndlich mal wieder eine Simulation die diesen Namen auch verdient! Habe gefühlt seit Collin Mcrea 2 nicht mehr so viel Spaß an einem Rallyspiel, wenn nicht sogar Rennspiel gehabt. Nach kurzer Eingewöhnung macht es schon am Anfang der Karriere mit der 60er Karre richtig Laune über die Pisten zu brettern. Finnland mit seinen unglaublichen Sprüngen lässt mich jetzt schon, mit 115 PS, unruhig auf dem Stuhl werden. Spiele mit dem XBOX One Controller was bisher wunderbar funktioniert. Kann dieses Spiel jedem Empfehlen der sich für realistische Rennspiele interessiert! Mein erster early-access Titel, hier hatte ich wirklich keine Bedenken... und mit dem Kauf alles richtig gemacht! =) Respekt Codemasters das ihr euch endlich wieder an die Zielgruppe rantraut, hätte ich euch fast nicht mehr zugetraut.… Expand
  18. darkdeus
    Dec 13, 2015
    10
    The most fun I've had racing since Richard Burns Rally. It's an amazing sim and huge improvement over the previous Dirt games. The physics, ffb, and wheel controller support are waay better. The game has steadily improved in early access and is a great example of early access done right. The devs have had a strong community presence and have implemented feedback while continuing to put outThe most fun I've had racing since Richard Burns Rally. It's an amazing sim and huge improvement over the previous Dirt games. The physics, ffb, and wheel controller support are waay better. The game has steadily improved in early access and is a great example of early access done right. The devs have had a strong community presence and have implemented feedback while continuing to put out quality content on a very consistent basis. Console owners will be in for a treat if they decide to release the final version on the PS4 and XBOne in April.

    I'm very happy to see early VR support as well even though it's a rough implementation. If they continue to work on it the game should be amazing on the Oculus Rift consumer version.

    Overall the best driving game codemasters has ever made and one of the best racing games of all time!    … Expand
  19. SirBenn21
    Dec 25, 2015
    9
    What a excellent rally racer.
    It sits between arcade and simulator, but definitely more towards simulator (20% arcade / 80% simulator). It is very unforgiving when making mistakes on the track and I think has the right balance between fun and serious.
    It has gorgeous graphics and enough content for to keep you busy for some months.
    I would recommend it to anyone who loves rally racing.
  20. DonMega
    Dec 23, 2015
    8
    Can't deny that this game is very good. But if you're a beginner it's unforgiving. I thought myself to be good at racing games (forza 5) but in this game I keep crashing, flipping the vehicle and driving off cliffs. Even with all assissts on I am having troubles. I played Dirt, Dirt 2 and other codemasters titles. Still I welcome the challenge. I am using a controller and not a wheel but ICan't deny that this game is very good. But if you're a beginner it's unforgiving. I thought myself to be good at racing games (forza 5) but in this game I keep crashing, flipping the vehicle and driving off cliffs. Even with all assissts on I am having troubles. I played Dirt, Dirt 2 and other codemasters titles. Still I welcome the challenge. I am using a controller and not a wheel but I can see this being immensely fun with a wheel.

    If you want a challenging racing game (more challenging than forza) get this. It has a learning curve.    … Expand
  21. Websurfer
    Dec 25, 2015
    10
    Great game!... I own it from 0.4 version (early access). Codemaster can still do good racing games, without the influence of marketing (bye bye Ken Block!) and listening to the community!
    The right way to use the "early access" option! ;-)
  22. giucanever
    Dec 15, 2015
    10
    I've had this game since EA's day one. All I can say is that those guys at Codemasters know how to make a great racing game. With a proper rally feeling, (actually since Colin McRae 2.0) I've never enjoyed a game this much ! Can't wait to play on my PS4 !
  23. Yda
    Jan 9, 2016
    10
    I am a fan of this series. I am playing since Colin Mcrea Rally 2.0

    I just cant drive the car in this game. Just like in the real life.

    10/10 realism, best rally game ever!
  24. MadJaples
    Apr 5, 2016
    10
    I will, albeit bemusedly and bewilderingly, follow the odd route the positive reviews have been going with their reverse scoring.

    The car is impossible to control - ULTRA REALISM! The roads are STUPIDLY narrow- ULTRA HARD! The game tries to be every other rally game only better - ULTRA OBVIOUS! If I had a physical copy of this game I would throw it in my bin which is much rider than    I will, albeit bemusedly and bewilderingly, follow the odd route the positive reviews have been going with their reverse scoring.

    The car is impossible to control - ULTRA REALISM!
    The roads are STUPIDLY narrow- ULTRA HARD!
    The game tries to be every other rally game only better - ULTRA OBVIOUS!
    If I had a physical copy of this game I would throw it in my bin which is much rider than the road surfaces in this game. - ULTRA BIN FODDER!!

    10/10 would not rent nor buy this game!    … Expand
  25. RainXH11
    Dec 14, 2015
    10
    played over 20 hours with wheel controller, i cant get enough, the driving is challenging & realistic, the best rally video game i played yet
    im really satisified with codemasters racing games
    i loved grid 2 & dirt 3 & grid autosport, and now i love dirt rally :)
  26. SkiT
    Dec 20, 2015
    8
    This is a lot of fun. The driving-feel is excellent, and once you proceed to RWD-cars, it gets really hard! I have put thousands of hours into all sorts of racing-games, finishing 1st being the norm, yet I had to settle with 4-8th place the first few hours of Dirt Rally. It's really challenging, and yet so rewarding when you finish a stage and see your time amongst the top 3. It starts offThis is a lot of fun. The driving-feel is excellent, and once you proceed to RWD-cars, it gets really hard! I have put thousands of hours into all sorts of racing-games, finishing 1st being the norm, yet I had to settle with 4-8th place the first few hours of Dirt Rally. It's really challenging, and yet so rewarding when you finish a stage and see your time amongst the top 3. It starts off simple and offers more depth and complexity the further you drive, in terms of gameplay mechanics. And it's well paced. Racing with a controller works great. There are also a lot of options to customize the feel of the controller. The audio and visuals are great, and you get a truly immersive rally experience.

    Sometimes, I've been cruelly betrayed by the co-driver. It seems, if I drive a bit faster than the game expects, I could be speeding right into a left hairpin before it's announced. Co-driver seems inconsistent in how early he announces corners. In just a few hours I was driving the same stages, but in a different car. In the same event I could be driving a variation of a stage I drove earlier that same event. I have yet to try the other modes. But the variety in scenery and stages seems lacking, considering the price. Also I have inconsistent framerate, it's especially horrid on night stages, even when I have shadows at medium/low.    … Expand
  27. fmestevez
    Dec 18, 2015
    10
    I had to watch real rally lessons in order to be able to finish a stage with a decent time, or even in one piece. If that doesn't make an awesome driving game, what does it.
  28. matiascelayes
    Dec 18, 2015
    9
    I've played since May during early access

    Pros: -Simulator (means it's also hard so don't cry like a baby if you are not always 1st or give a negative review because you suck) -Great visuals -Real stages (you can see the places in google maps) -Excellent sounds (including the menu music) -Great variety of cars (each one of them feels different and has its own character so you never    I've played since May during early access

    Pros:
    -Simulator (means it's also hard so don't cry like a baby if you are not always 1st or give a negative review because you suck)
    -Great visuals
    -Real stages (you can see the places in google maps)
    -Excellent sounds (including the menu music)
    -Great variety of cars (each one of them feels different and has its own character so you never get bored to try them again)
    -Excellent physics
    -Good AI (Rallycross)
    -During early access good feedback from the developers
    -Nice and simple menu design (no crappy "pimp my ride" aesthetics)
    -It's a freaking Rally game like there's no other since a long time!

    Cons:
    -Would be a 10 with %50-%100 more stages
    -Some classic cars and liveries are missing (developers claim licensing issues)
    -Multiplayer for rally stages is missing (your friend as ghost car would be cool)
    -Some people has had unsolved technical issues (don't know what's the proportion but I risk to say not so many. I didn't)    … Expand
  29. PointR
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    Once again, Codemasters show how crazy they can be, how much they love rally racing, and how good they are at making games. DiRT Rally is an adventure packed with thrills and adrenaline rushes.

    This game isn't your usual arcade racing game, nor that it is easy. It's actually very hard and pushes you to your limits. It also teaches you to give yourself objectives rather than trying to    Once again, Codemasters show how crazy they can be, how much they love rally racing, and how good they are at making games. DiRT Rally is an adventure packed with thrills and adrenaline rushes.

    This game isn't your usual arcade racing game, nor that it is easy. It's actually very hard and pushes you to your limits. It also teaches you to give yourself objectives rather than trying to win all the time. Every time you pick a new car, you'll have to learn how it interacts with the different roads available in DiRT Rally.

    The game looks amazing, and its cockpit camera is very immersive. This truly shocked me as I drove around using my force feedback wheel, which makes the experience truly frightening. You can feel every bumps, every collisions, every turns with it, as if you were truly connected to the car and the roads you race on. Oh, and, don't think you won't sweat while driving: you'll constantly balance your steering, acceleration, and braking across every stages available. This won't be a substitute to the gym, but it will really make your whole body sweat.

    This was my best purchase in a very long time. In fact, it is the only game I sincerely don't regret buying in 2018. (Yes, I got on the train quite late for this one.)    … Expand
  30. Baltifru
    Apr 19, 2020
    9
    FAN-TAS-TIC !

    I had never really played any racing simulation. I was always on the arcade side, with Trackmania, Race Driver, Burnout, or even karting games... and then I felt like trying a rally game, an Dirt seemed like the reference. It leaves me amazed, literally. The first few races really set the stage: I was not even able to take more than two or three turns without falling    FAN-TAS-TIC !

    I had never really played any racing simulation. I was always on the arcade side, with Trackmania, Race Driver, Burnout, or even karting games... and then I felt like trying a rally game, an Dirt seemed like the reference. It leaves me amazed, literally.

    The first few races really set the stage: I was not even able to take more than two or three turns without falling off a cliff or crashing into a wall. That taught me what simulation was. The player really has to understand how a rally car behaves and it takes hours of play before starting to understand how to handle a turn, whether it is a 1 or a 6. Then you buy a new car, and its behaviour might be totally different, and you have to learn again. This whole process is very demanding but also very satisfying once learnt, and it gives the feeling that the rally driving experience is translated very well from the reality. This is also the first time in a rally game where I feel how important the announces of the co-pilot are.

    The variety of the races is well-thought and pushes the simulation aspect even further. Driving on concrete, sand, snow, grass... all these things are VERY different and you have to learn how your car behaves on each of these surfaces. This makes each race different from the other. On top of that, besides the traditional rally championships, you also get to compete in Hillclimb, and rallycross (together with other cars at the same time on the circuit) which also allow provide different racing experience. In rallycross, the AI is very clever, and the physics of the contacts between cars is very realistic. Additionally, rallycross is playable in multiplayer.

    The only thing one could dislike about Dirt Rally is its difficulty. The learning curve is quite steep, and even when you start mastering the driving of your car, it is still difficult to beat the AI. I personaly don't mind it, as I think it serves the simulation, which is the dominating aspect of Dirt Rally. But some casual players might find it a little frustrating at the beginning.

    I am having a blast with this game lately, one of the best racing experience I had in a videogame.    … Expand
  31. ChesterField
    May 8, 2020
    8
    Best rally game in this generation. Gorgeous and Outstanding. Totally recommended.
  32. Dethtrooper
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Richard Burns and Colin McRae, you may rest in peace, Codemasters are doing your job pretty well!
  33. Nickolababaiko
    Jun 16, 2016
    10
    Dirt Rally самый лучший симулятор ралли на данный момент! Отличная физика( конечно не Richard Burns Rally но уже близко) Красивая графика!(хотя я ожидал лучше(играю в Full HD на ультре!))
    Здесь много ралли! Много классического ралли! А я обожаю классическое ралли!))Поэтому для меня это то что нужно! Игра сложная! Нет перемотки времени как в прошлых частях. Заезды напряженные!
    Играю на    Dirt Rally самый лучший симулятор ралли на данный момент! Отличная физика( конечно не Richard Burns Rally но уже близко) Красивая графика!(хотя я ожидал лучше(играю в Full HD на ультре!))
    Здесь много ралли! Много классического ралли! А я обожаю классическое ралли!))Поэтому для меня это то что нужно! Игра сложная! Нет перемотки времени как в прошлых частях. Заезды напряженные!
    Играю на руле! И бывают такие напряженные заезды что на финише по спине пот течет и нужна передышка!))Особенно если зимняя трасса и занднеприводная машина!
    Помимо гонок есть еще и управление собственной командой!(Шэф механик и механики) Нанимаешь людей..они прокачиваются со временем и начинают лучше чинить, настраивать и улучшать твои машины!
    В Асинхронном мультиплеере постоянно новые заезды разной продолжительности! Я один раз даже был 15ый в мире в одном из заездов!)))
    Всем любителям аркадных гонок - проходите лесом! А всем любителям автосимов и ралли то Dirt Rally обязательна к покупке!    … Expand
  34. noxo33
    Mar 24, 2017
    10
    Graphiquement au top, les décors sont superbe, très varier et détailler a souhait, vraiment hallucinant et dépaysant, je joue en 3D vision c'est super immersif !

    Une véritable simulation de rally !!!
    Le meilleur jeu de rally de tout les temps !!!
    Acheté le les yeux fermer !!!
  35. lizardking420
    Jan 28, 2016
    8
    A better dirt game, 'realistic' in terms of atmosphere. The handling is well done and the best part of this remake. The physics are still however arcadey. Their is now a dust cloud and small details which make the 'realism', The graphics are worse then old dirt games i can run it on a 10 year old pc, the view distance, and other things in car are all well done but it doesn't have thingsA better dirt game, 'realistic' in terms of atmosphere. The handling is well done and the best part of this remake. The physics are still however arcadey. Their is now a dust cloud and small details which make the 'realism', The graphics are worse then old dirt games i can run it on a 10 year old pc, the view distance, and other things in car are all well done but it doesn't have things like Damage, it's just arcade trash with respawn and It just feels old. After all the dirts made its the most realistic but its still not a simulator, and i dont know how it gets such good reviews. It needs 100% realism, 100% real punishing damage, indepth tuning, and ohysics. Graphics like terrain deformation, every individual rock being moved on the road. This is a new generation of games. it s now boring. It was going in the right direction until thry made it arcadey and is severally limited, its for old dying pcs now. needs to use the full use of new hardware. It's rates to what it is. Id rather just pick up another dirt 2 or 3 with dumb skateboard ads and dubstep xgames monster drink ads all over it witha controller without the actual realism.… Expand
  36. ronicone
    Dec 28, 2015
    8
    Juego muy bueno, el mejor simulador de rally desde Richard Burns Rally que es de 2004.
    Very good game, the best rally simulator from Richard Burns Rally 's 2,004 .
  37. Eds
    Apr 8, 2016
    10
    Muito bom o jogo compraria denovo simulacao e graficos 10 faltou mas carros e pista mas o jogo ta otimo graficamente o melhor de raly que ja fizeram na historia
  38. BenTajima
    Apr 20, 2016
    10
    Dirt Rally is really beyond my expectations!!! I mean, who knew a game with small content can have a massive plot twist? Just 6 locations with different rally tracks can give you a really hard time finishing in one go.

    Dirt Rally, unlike its older siblings, now has the nice handling simulation engine that blows my mind. I don't have a wheel like G27 Logitech or others, instead, I use    Dirt Rally is really beyond my expectations!!! I mean, who knew a game with small content can have a massive plot twist? Just 6 locations with different rally tracks can give you a really hard time finishing in one go.

    Dirt Rally, unlike its older siblings, now has the nice handling simulation engine that blows my mind. I don't have a wheel like G27 Logitech or others, instead, I use only keyboard. But know this, even when I play with keyboard, I already get the feel of rallying, whether in-car cam or chase cam. And especially in-car cam, I feel that I'm a rally driver already, though not as pro as anybody else, but you know the feel.

    The interesting part is the powersliding. The first time I play this game, I can't really slide through a corner like I used to do so in Dirt 2 or 3, and that got me frustrated. But then I checked the setup section and advanced setup section, and read every descripition available, it was then I realised that several tweaks can make some cars slide through corners beautifully, same goes to the driving assists.

    Now now, I'm not saying that Dirt 2 and Dirt 3 are not nice, they are really good. After all, they are the games which I play more than Milestones' WRC, which I don't think really make any sense. After the release of Dirt Rally, I tried it, it was awesome!!! Recommended to people who like simulation racing or solely on pure rallying, rally-cross or hillclimb.

    If I don't give a 10/10 for this game, I would just throw my gaming PC away, that's it. No, I don't want to give it a 10/10, I want IGN to give Codies the new award entitled "BEST RALLY RACING GAME 2015"!!!    … Expand
  39. anfil18
    Sep 14, 2016
    9
    Despues de llevar muchos años jugando a juegos de coches. este¡ definitivamente es uno de los mejores simuladores de rally jamas hechos. la fisica de la conduccion, los coches, graficamente muy bueno.. la unica pega que le encuentro por decir una y por eso NO le doy un 10 es, que deberia de tener mas paises y circuitos, no es que se quede corto el juego pero que si que podian meter masDespues de llevar muchos años jugando a juegos de coches. este¡ definitivamente es uno de los mejores simuladores de rally jamas hechos. la fisica de la conduccion, los coches, graficamente muy bueno.. la unica pega que le encuentro por decir una y por eso NO le doy un 10 es, que deberia de tener mas paises y circuitos, no es que se quede corto el juego pero que si que podian meter mas paises con sus respectivas etapas.
    Enhorabuena codemasters ASÍ SI¡¡¡¡
    PD: no atajes    … Expand
  40. jptiamzon
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    As every critic says, this is the dark souls of rallying games. This is the second game that I had fun besides burnout games.

    Thanks codemasters for this wonderful game. Got it for free in humble bundle.
  41. BekS
    Dec 3, 2018
    10
    Well, after first corner i was a bit shocked how hard is this game or how bad I'm at racing games but after several hours of pain, every corner is so rewarding and this feeling of proud. For sure there's not a lot of content but game is 12/10 for sure
  42. robevery1971
    Jan 17, 2020
    9
    Simply the best rally simulator of the current time in my opinion. Better than the later Dirt Rally 2 aswell in many ways.

    Cars feel real, some people don't like the floaty [physics and moon like jumps, but I adapted to that fine, some of the cars have awful feel, notably the mid-engined cars, but I simply avoided using them, you have a choice usually. Tracks are superb, detailed,    Simply the best rally simulator of the current time in my opinion. Better than the later Dirt Rally 2 aswell in many ways.

    Cars feel real, some people don't like the floaty [physics and moon like jumps, but I adapted to that fine, some of the cars have awful feel, notably the mid-engined cars, but I simply avoided using them, you have a choice usually.

    Tracks are superb, detailed, feel very well because in essence they are, there are bad things like deliberate areas where grip is less to catch you out, the pace-notes are also sometimes a bit off.

    Rallycross is very poor, improved in later Dirt games, but poor here, not enough tracks or cars. But the rally section is where it is at, immersive, fun, challenging no doubt.

    Not for the faint hearted, but get it right and boy you will feel great    … Expand
  43. PanMrkvicka
    May 23, 2020
    8
    amazing gameplay and i love it. amazing tracks and daily challenges but some tracks are just the same backwards and thers not many.
  44. Wrathzo
    Mar 27, 2022
    8
    DiRT Rally is a racing simulation video game developed and published by Codemasters. Dirt Rally is a racing video game focused on rallying. Players compete in timed stage events on tarmac and off-road terrain in varying weather conditions.
  45. rallyman40
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Put simply, the best rally simulator ever released, with the possible exception of its sequel and Richard Burns Rally. My only gripe with it is the relatively low variation in special stages (although the included ones are exceptionally well crafted to reflect their real-life equivalents), and the somewhat wonky tarmac physics. Other than that (and the unforgiving roadside bumps) it's aPut simply, the best rally simulator ever released, with the possible exception of its sequel and Richard Burns Rally. My only gripe with it is the relatively low variation in special stages (although the included ones are exceptionally well crafted to reflect their real-life equivalents), and the somewhat wonky tarmac physics. Other than that (and the unforgiving roadside bumps) it's a thoroughly entertaining experience for someone who enjoys sim racing.… Expand
  46. apokalipto
    Aug 13, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  47. JackPlack
    Mar 17, 2022
    9
    Years ago it was best game for driving wheel. Cant recommend better rally game, with so much great physics emotions.
    What could be better in this game:
    -career/team management could be more fun, or need more reason to be the better driver. Maybe some rally driving school/corner sets attempts/trackmania time beating/achievements/. Tutorials are not attractive but challenges, medals - yes.    Years ago it was best game for driving wheel. Cant recommend better rally game, with so much great physics emotions.
    What could be better in this game:
    -career/team management could be more fun, or need more reason to be the better driver. Maybe some rally driving school/corner sets attempts/trackmania time beating/achievements/. Tutorials are not attractive but challenges, medals - yes. There is also usually reason when somebody wants to improve driving skill if somebody has wheel. For gamepad should something new and attractive to gather, purchase. Game only for driving isn't attractive for everyone.    … Expand
  48. Zhilkata
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    Played it in VR. It's a cool experience, and it would be even more fun for you if you are into rallies, racing and cars generally. I'm not, but that shouldn't hurt the score. It's also recommended for another reason - it doesn't have the always-online requirement that Dirt Rally 2.0, a mechanically better Dirt game than this one, has.
  49. nfs7379
    Sep 4, 2022
    8
    8/10.......................................................................
  50. PunisherTeam
    Sep 1, 2023
    9
    With this video game, the mythical Colin McRae Rally returned. A well-made rally game, a lot of real simulation. A jewel

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#17 Best PC Game of 2015
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#46 Most Discussed PC Game of 2015
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#28 Most Shared PC Game of 2015

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86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 31, 2016
    86
    Dirt Rally delivers the most solid experience audio-visually and driving wise to the rally genre. Still, road surfaces and physics could be refined further, and we really need more rallies. [March 2016]
  2. Gameblog.fr
    Mar 29, 2016
    80
    Quotation forthcoming.
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  3. CD-Action
    Mar 4, 2016
    80
    Dirt Rally goes back to Colin McRae Rally, relinquishing all that modern Ghymkana nonsense and returning to the simple elegance of old rally titles. It’s also a game that makes you earn your triumphs and therefore makes them much more precious. [02/2016, p.52]
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