Pro Race Driver

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 26 Ratings

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  • Summary: [Also known as "TOCA Race Driver"] Ryan McKane, a test driver with gasoline running in his veins, spends his life struggling against his father's disappointment, while his brother's phenomenal racetrack success overshadows every minor victory he achieves. When his father perishes in an[Also known as "TOCA Race Driver"] Ryan McKane, a test driver with gasoline running in his veins, spends his life struggling against his father's disappointment, while his brother's phenomenal racetrack success overshadows every minor victory he achieves. When his father perishes in an octane-fuelled blaze of fire on the asphalt that he loved, Ryan's frustrated ambition galvanizes into a unrelenting determination to triumph over all opposition and become first a touring car champion, then maybe even World Champion. Petrolheads and mass market gamers alike slam the pedal to the metal to guide the actions of our hero through the hairpins and chicanes of a career in global racing. Features 42 licensed touring & race cars including Holden Commodore, Ford Falcon, Mercedes CLK, Alfa Romeo GTV and Viper GTS; 38 international circuits recreated under licence including Bathurst, Hockenheim and Silverstone; and 13 global Championships including official series: DTM from Germany, V8 Supercars from Australia and the Britsh Touring Car Championship. [Codemasters]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. GameZone
    95
    The complete mix of tight handling, great AI, realistic car tweaking and damage, awesome graphics and sound, multiple game modes, and a great story line definitely surpassed my overall enjoyment of "GT3."
  2. Game Informer
    93
    Racing games this good are almost nonexistent. [Nov 2002, p.112]
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  3. Cheat Code Central
    90
    From the thunder of the engines to the sound of breaking glass you won't need much further convincing that you are playing one of the finest racing games ever created for the home system.
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  4. XenGamers
    83
    The action is heated enough to hold your attention and the cool touches like a fantastic damage engine make it all worthwhile.
  5. PSM Magazine
    80
    Apart from the superb career mode, the game also offers up plenty of licensed cars, solid visuals, excellent handling, and some truly impressive collision physics/damage. [Jan 2003, p.42]
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  6. Games Radar
    79
    If the work that's gone into TOCA's story element had been put into the game itself, we might now be saluting the PS2's best racing game. Instead we're lightly applauding a rather good one. [GamesMaster]
  7. GamePro
    60
    The story is laughably bad, and McKane has to be one of the most unlikable protagonists ever. Even worse, the racing gameplay just isn’t that exciting, largely due to lackluster handling and A.I. competition.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. [Anonymous]
    Mar 5, 2003
    10
    Amazing, superb, just like half life on wheels.
  2. NewtonD.
    Jan 6, 2003
    10
    I would like to say that this game ranks as one of my favourites for the racing genre. This game is unqiue and well worth the money spent! I would like to say that this game ranks as one of my favourites for the racing genre. This game is unqiue and well worth the money spent! The cars are amazing..from Vauxhalls to Dodge 69 Charger..and all the classic circuits such as Donnington Pk and Brands Hatch. I am really excited about this game by codemasters..and hopefully they will follow up with a Formula 1 game!… Expand
  4. RowanG.
    Oct 8, 2002
    10
    Really f...ing goood.
  5. EricB.
    Jan 17, 2003
    10
    It is a really great mix between racing, strategy and storyline! I love it! Very realistic game with lots of different cars and tracks. The It is a really great mix between racing, strategy and storyline! I love it! Very realistic game with lots of different cars and tracks. The other cars on the track do their best to block you or drive you off the circuit!! Very addicted! … Expand
  6. JamesS.
    Dec 19, 2002
    9
    Worth the anticipation. If you like fender to fender racing, full speed fealing, having 5th gear go out after an encounter with a wall, other Worth the anticipation. If you like fender to fender racing, full speed fealing, having 5th gear go out after an encounter with a wall, other cars bumping and running, calculated pit stops, totally awesome tracks, and a nice in car feel, spend the money, youll make the time.… Expand
  7. RTCWFAN
    May 6, 2023
    9
    If you´re looking for a realistic racing game, search no further. Pro Race Driver kicks a**! The cars handle great, while you get a cool storyIf you´re looking for a realistic racing game, search no further. Pro Race Driver kicks a**! The cars handle great, while you get a cool story and stunning graphics! And the best part: the sound is a masterpiece. I´ve never heard better engine noises in video games. Check it out! Overall rating: 8.9.… Expand
  8. AndyM.
    Jan 8, 2003
    6
    Don't believe the hype. Sure, this game LOOKS great, and the storyline is a neat idea. However, the control is terribly frustrating. Don't believe the hype. Sure, this game LOOKS great, and the storyline is a neat idea. However, the control is terribly frustrating. Also, the sun glare on EVERY track is an incredible nuisance. It's not a bad game, but there are many out there that are a LOT better.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#43 Best PS2 Game of 2002
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#76 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002