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. Lemmedan
    Sep 21, 2019
    1
    Get this game for free, Played 24 hours. Get to master championship using mini. Only playable one car, others are floating garbage in dirt. Cars with rear drive unusable. Open USA championship and Track race have not enought tracks, cars and too hard to play. Boring environment of rally tracks. Free to play game for one week.
  3. GSRT_MiraiNG
    Jan 31, 2020
    7
    I would presume most of you have heard of the genre “Masocore.” Basically games that are insanely hard, made even harder with the addition of some crazy features (ZOOMS IN ON DARK SOULS). Dirt Rally is one of these games: Brutal, punishing yet strangely addictive. It turns out there’s a lot of fun to be had throwing your controller (or indeed Racing Wheel if you’re playing this gameI would presume most of you have heard of the genre “Masocore.” Basically games that are insanely hard, made even harder with the addition of some crazy features (ZOOMS IN ON DARK SOULS). Dirt Rally is one of these games: Brutal, punishing yet strangely addictive. It turns out there’s a lot of fun to be had throwing your controller (or indeed Racing Wheel if you’re playing this game properly) across your bedroom/office/games room in a fit of pure rage as you fall off the road at the same hairpin that has killed you a thousand times already

    Pros: This is Codemasters we’re talking about, so of course sounds are gonna be good/It’s like a GCSE History Textbook of Rallying, with a car list that is absolutely chocka with legendary machines such as the Audi Quattro and Lancia Delta/All of the roads used exist in real life (Much like Sebastien Loeb Rally Evo), which adds even more authenticity to the game/The only game that makes wrapping yourself around a tree genuinely exciting, as that usually means you made it around the first turn without plummeting into a Monegasque ravine

    Cons: Only play this game if you like pain, otherwise you’ll just spend most of your time screaming in agony/Controller users need not apply. Unless you like suicide/Team Management system lacks depth: Get money, buy cars, get more money, buy more cars, drive around a bit, get upgrades and so on and so forth/AI in Rallycross events like to overtake you by dumping you into a wall/Graphics are mildly disappointing compared to other, older games from other series, with the only redeeming feature being the Motion Blur. And the 60FPS    … Expand
  4. 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
  5. 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!
  6. 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.
  7. 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
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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.
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. Mastodon
    Dec 22, 2015
    5
    Although this appeared to be a very promising title early on, frankly early access ended too quickly and while the platform is there for a superior rally racer, the game lacks content.... below are some pros and cons I put together for you.

    Pros : - Decent physics and fairly realistic handling - With some tweaks game is easily playable on controller - Good optimization - Good    Although this appeared to be a very promising title early on, frankly early access ended too quickly and while the platform is there for a superior rally racer, the game lacks content.... below are some pros and cons I put together for you.

    Pros :
    - Decent physics and fairly realistic handling
    - With some tweaks game is easily playable on controller
    - Good optimization
    - Good graphics
    - A fairly decent selection of cars
    - Good sound effects
    - Tracks aren't way too wide like in previous DiRT games
    - Great track models
    - Overall a great but not overwhelming challenge on most stages

    Cons :
    - Very limited selection of tracks
    - Quite a few notable cars and liveries missing from the car selection
    - RX is underdeveloped and unfinished
    - A disappointing "multiplayer" system in RX, and a basically non-existent one in single player
    - League setup and clunky, underdeveloped, and unsatisfactory
    - While the devs clearly had good intentions, the entire time they kept hinting that the game would not be completed in time for release.... and now they are acting like it's done...
    - Career mode is very shallow and unfulfilling
    - The price is about $25 too high for the content provided

    All things above considered, I must give this game a thumbs down.... and it pains me to do so because the actual driving in the game is really fun - however there simply is not the content there to keep this game fresh. In reality the game needed another full year of early access, and Codemasters needs to spend about double the amount of money to get this game to true "full release" status.    … Expand
  16. 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).
  17. 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.
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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.
  23. robert357
    Dec 27, 2015
    7
    Dirt Rally is finally a rally game. Unfortunately list of tracks is disappointing. Every location from all 6 (Germany, Monaco, Finland, Greece, Sweden and Wales) have 3-4 tracks in three modes: long, cut version named sprint and reverse-sprint. I really miss tracks from Africa, Italy, west Europe, UK, Australia and/or New Zealand. Moreover there isn't any special stages. So playing onlyDirt Rally is finally a rally game. Unfortunately list of tracks is disappointing. Every location from all 6 (Germany, Monaco, Finland, Greece, Sweden and Wales) have 3-4 tracks in three modes: long, cut version named sprint and reverse-sprint. I really miss tracks from Africa, Italy, west Europe, UK, Australia and/or New Zealand. Moreover there isn't any special stages. So playing only rally races becomes little boring. I know, there are two more modes, rallycross and hillclimb but I don't prefer them and still its only 4 new tracks.

    Game isn't a really simulation but it's difficult and challenging.

    Graphics is good but it's looks like cut from Dirt 3. Sounds are amazing. I can hear everything what is going on with my car. Flat tire, damaged brakes etc.

    So if there were more tracks game could be best from all rally games from Codemasters.    … Expand
  24. SrCre
    Mar 10, 2020
    0
    [ ] Perfect
    [ ] Awesome
    [ ] Good
    [ ] Good Bad
    [x] Fail

    Não vejo necessidade em escrever um longo texto analisando sobre uma arte, a nota é apenas um conselho para saber o quanto ela vale para sua vida.

    I see no need to write a long text analyzing an art, the note is just a piece of advice to know how much it is worth in your life.
  25. 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
  26. 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! ;-)
  27. 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 !
  28. 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!
  29. DreamCore
    Jan 30, 2016
    5
    The people who made this game clearly had no sense of physics. This game feels like driving a weightless pieces of soap, on a road covered with vaseline. They clearly haven't grasped the concept of friction. Even the 4WD cars are sliding like there is no tomorrow. Hit a bank of snow and the crashes and flips like you've hit a block of cement.

    If you want realism, you're better of with    The people who made this game clearly had no sense of physics. This game feels like driving a weightless pieces of soap, on a road covered with vaseline. They clearly haven't grasped the concept of friction. Even the 4WD cars are sliding like there is no tomorrow. Hit a bank of snow and the crashes and flips like you've hit a block of cement.

    If you want realism, you're better of with an arcade racer like NFS.    … Expand
  30. 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
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  1. Positive: 33 out of 33
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  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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