DIRT 5

 PlayStation 4
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4.9

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 139 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 42 out of 139
  2. Mixed: 37 out of 139
  3. Negative: 60 out of 139
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  1. arostislavna
    Jan 10, 2022
    4
    Okay arcade racer, but the wheels really bug me... they are completely fake looking circles that are perfectly parallel and do not emulate real wheels. In general, this is truly a step back visually compared to Driveclub.

    The lack of rally races is a disgrace to the Dirt name. PS4 Pro's performance options have frame drops and stutters in some tracks, so the real questions I have are    Okay arcade racer, but the wheels really bug me... they are completely fake looking circles that are perfectly parallel and do not emulate real wheels. In general, this is truly a step back visually compared to Driveclub.

    The lack of rally races is a disgrace to the Dirt name.

    PS4 Pro's performance options have frame drops and stutters in some tracks, so the real questions I have are "Was this game optimized for PS4 Pro?" &/or "What was the purpose of a performance mode if it is sub-optimal?"

    Anyway, beg for remasters of Need For Speed Hot Pursuit -> Need For Speed Underground 2 for "good" arcade racing experiences.    … Expand
  2. MaksimT
    Sep 20, 2021
    4
    Dirt 5 is a disgusting game, 4 out of 10. Disgustingly done intro. For me, basically, the most disgusting cacophony that cannot be called music. 100500 similar races so what? Strong artificial tightening, which is further increased by DLC. Poor optimization on PS4 slim - frequent FPS drops. The garbage atmosphere of the festival. Useless chatter of some people - podcasts. DisgustingDirt 5 is a disgusting game, 4 out of 10. Disgustingly done intro. For me, basically, the most disgusting cacophony that cannot be called music. 100500 similar races so what? Strong artificial tightening, which is further increased by DLC. Poor optimization on PS4 slim - frequent FPS drops. The garbage atmosphere of the festival. Useless chatter of some people - podcasts. Disgusting physics during accidents - once I tumbled for 15-20 seconds on the roofs of rivals. Bad physics for arcade racing.
    Of the good - beautiful graphics, more beautiful than the same Driveclub and more technical. Although the rain is worse, it's not bad either. Licensed cars. Interesting and beautiful tracks. Some good music.    … Expand
  3. shinealight
    Nov 5, 2020
    4
    It's not bad, but just idk. Forza Horizon 4 did it so much better, i feel kinda disappointed. It's not bad, it has just been done so much better.
  4. Ashtray84
    Jan 5, 2021
    4
    The worst Dirt game ever. Come on, this is just Sega Rally, only without that arcade background. Some critics said that there’s a lot to do in the game. I would strongly disagree - 95% of the game is racing (or rather sliding) against other cars on muddy/snowy/icy tracks, using brakes 6 times per lap. There is no rally experience whatsoever. No reward. Like I said - Sega Rally meets NFS.
  5. fizzlerHD
    Nov 8, 2020
    3
    Some race courses look georgeous and are fun to play, others are just dull & boring, I mean how many oval courses can one put in a single game? I get tired playing this game after a few minutes, there is simply no motivation to push your career, the whole game feels so unfinished. Again, it's an arcade racer but the opponents driving-AI is sub-standard. It makes no difference which car youSome race courses look georgeous and are fun to play, others are just dull & boring, I mean how many oval courses can one put in a single game? I get tired playing this game after a few minutes, there is simply no motivation to push your career, the whole game feels so unfinished. Again, it's an arcade racer but the opponents driving-AI is sub-standard. It makes no difference which car you drive... the cars don't feel balanced at all, that's why the opponents drive in one big group all the time.… Expand
  6. KavkazButcher
    Nov 9, 2020
    3
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  7. times_like_thez
    Nov 5, 2020
    3
    Come on, racing games should have little bit highers standards by now. Forza Horizon 3 did it better in 2016.
  8. DJbaxter88
    Nov 9, 2020
    3
    Played 2 hours career mode, really enjoying it and then the game crashes, blue screens the PS4 and lose all my saved data... and now it keeps crashing everytime I try and play the first race, absolute joke.
  9. pedrozozue
    Jun 29, 2021
    3
    Game is shallow and does not deserve its name. Worst of the series, cars are uninspired and there is no feeling of contact with the track. It feels like you are driving a hovercraft. Flashy visuals are just OK, but nothing special. Played a bit and could not progress due to lack of interest. I do not recommend.
  10. Brlevy
    Jan 24, 2022
    3
    Gameplay is just absolutely terrible. It's ok visually, sounds are whatever, bad car list with a bunch of dlcs, no sense of speed at all and car control is really bad. There are cool tracks but the gameplay is so bad and that is by far the most important thing in a racing game. Terribly disappointing game, but what could we expect from EA right.
  11. andishdi
    Nov 25, 2020
    2
    Nice graphics, nice selection of music, cars, race types, environments etc... Appalling AI.

    And the Sprint races!!? I'm assuming they're broken and will be patch because currently they are impossible no matter what difficulty level or driver aids are selected. Codemasters seem to have gone out of their way to make this game as fun as possible only to wring that out of it with some    Nice graphics, nice selection of music, cars, race types, environments etc... Appalling AI.

    And the Sprint races!!? I'm assuming they're broken and will be patch because currently they are impossible no matter what difficulty level or driver aids are selected.

    Codemasters seem to have gone out of their way to make this game as fun as possible only to wring that out of it with some awful, awful gameplay and difficulty spikes in places.    … Expand
  12. Steyraus
    Jun 25, 2021
    2
    Budget trash.. The beople are so low detail they look like minecraft character. The driving is dull and very easy.
  13. Birlginson
    Feb 16, 2022
    2
    If you have a kid it's a nice game but if you are a adult looking for some good driving experience it's not a game for you.
  14. laserbeams
    Nov 5, 2020
    2
    Would recommend forza horizon 4 instead of this, like seriously. forza horizon 4 is so much better game.
    Even just graphically.
  15. ArcTheWolf
    Nov 5, 2020
    2
    Looks nice, music is great, sadly that's all this has going for me, now I've been playing dirt for years and I always liked how the racing was pretty decent in terms of simulation, I've been playing Dirt 4 a lot lately because I was super hyped for 5 but they aren't even remotely close to similar. First race was fine but that was to be expected it's the first race you always win the firstLooks nice, music is great, sadly that's all this has going for me, now I've been playing dirt for years and I always liked how the racing was pretty decent in terms of simulation, I've been playing Dirt 4 a lot lately because I was super hyped for 5 but they aren't even remotely close to similar. First race was fine but that was to be expected it's the first race you always win the first race no matter what. Soon as I hit the second one though it became very obvious what was happening, that age old trick the rubber band. I took a turn that exits and goes uphill right after it, car right behind me, we're the same car even, difference, the other car takes off like it's got a jet engine in it, I'm talking instantly max speed as soon as exiting the turn. I restarted that race 7 times just to watch the same car do the same thing every time at that turn, whats worse it's legit one of the last turns so once that car's super powers kick on that's it you will get second at best no matter what. I guess that's what I get for expect the Dirt name to mean something, I thought there were standards but clearly not with this game, my biggest regret is pre-ordering the deluxe edition digitally on PS4, no refund policy and stuck with a game that for some reason is bearing the Dirt name.… Expand
  16. Spacedweeb
    Nov 10, 2020
    2
    Wow. So bad. Physics make no sense. The racing is worse than wreckfest but then you get no damage from smashing into cars, walls, etc. Heavily flawed and horribly simple racing physics. Recent Dirt titles were fantastic but felt a little lonely. This is action packed garbage.
  17. sebastad14
    Nov 10, 2020
    2
    Some great ideas but poor execution. The game is broken on PS4. Don't buy it until it's fully patched.
  18. XplosiveStealth
    May 3, 2023
    2
    How does someone create a rally racing game where you have the option to play from inside the car but no way to turn on the windshield wipers? In 30 seconds of running you can't see anything, you have to drive blind! Unreal and ridiculous!
  19. Gorgiyo
    Jan 10, 2021
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When it works it’s broken physics and ai make it one of the worst not only rally experiences but racing games all together. Leading by 0,5 lap then touching wall once makes opponents catching up in 3 seconds. Parts of the car falling off while driving flat straight. Whippers not clearing off mud off the windshield even though they going forth and back as if there is no tomorrow. Textures and objects pop in , lights lighting up in very unnatural way just in front of the car. Silly racing disciplines that are really all the same with one exception - pathfinder all rest is exactly the same only driving in different types of vehicles. Better / more expensive cars make no difference difficulty is not changing always leaving you with impression of fake cheating ai. This is by far worst dirt game and worst racing game of all time! Finally with latest update on Xbox series x can’t even start the thing - tried all things found on codemasters forums with no avail. Glad I got disc based Verizon perhaps it will fly out window better than it works !… Expand
  20. agent13
    Apr 2, 2023
    1
    horrendous, the graphics look horrible once dirt 1 was an example of good graphics but now dirt 5 looks terrible, the car models are laughable and the handling is even worse than arcade games wtf happened to code masters thay don't deserve this name. this game should have been a mobile game not a console game.
  21. ziGihouse
    Jan 19, 2022
    1
    Рдко когда пишу рецензии но тут просто не выдержал ... 2 года после выхода она еще полна багов и недочетов, физика ужасно, онлайн на нуле (где возможность выбора трас или клссов) после 4 которую я с удовольствием гонял с друзьями я просто разочарован и в гневе, столько вылетов и фризов что с трудом выдерживаешь, порой бывает как ускорится картинка как будто кто-то нжал на перемотку х2,Рдко когда пишу рецензии но тут просто не выдержал ... 2 года после выхода она еще полна багов и недочетов, физика ужасно, онлайн на нуле (где возможность выбора трас или клссов) после 4 которую я с удовольствием гонял с друзьями я просто разочарован и в гневе, столько вылетов и фризов что с трудом выдерживаешь, порой бывает как ускорится картинка как будто кто-то нжал на перемотку х2, хотя играю на PS4 Pro с выбором - производительность, короче не кому не советую кому жалко своих нервов и времени.… Expand
  22. ChLoNicaL-EST
    Nov 7, 2020
    1
    This is the worst game in the Dirt series. The graphics are ugly. The game looks exactly as cheap as Grid 2019. Gameplay, A.I and physics are bad. I'd rather play Dirt 3 / Showdown than that horror.
  23. Davor11
    Feb 20, 2022
    1
    Very bad game for me...only arena racing,its so boooring....i missed old rally and normal stages!!! Wtf u make this game???
  24. ronnielsen
    Nov 20, 2020
    1
    While this game looks amazing on PS5 in 4k, the gameplay loop is dull, and the AI is N64 quality. The physics are not realist, and aren't fine-tuned. Please create a better user experience.
  25. KWRGR
    Nov 6, 2020
    1
    Bitterly disappointing. I cannot recommend this game if you are expecting something akin to Forza Horizon or Dirt 2. You will not get that experience here. Do not be fooled by the pretty visuals; this is an empty shell of a game that will neither deliver an immersive nor a rewarding racing experience. Excellent weather effects is the only redeeming quality of a game that is simply flashyBitterly disappointing. I cannot recommend this game if you are expecting something akin to Forza Horizon or Dirt 2. You will not get that experience here. Do not be fooled by the pretty visuals; this is an empty shell of a game that will neither deliver an immersive nor a rewarding racing experience. Excellent weather effects is the only redeeming quality of a game that is simply flashy packaging with almost no substance in terms of visuals, immersion, and depth of driving mechanics. The Forza Horizon series perfectly balanced a lively festival environment with multiple layers of immersion that made you feel as though you were in a living, breathing world of racing with semi arcade but deep physics that required true driving skill to master, and rewarded you for developing your skills. Dirt 5 seeks to invoke this feel, but utterly fails both in driving mechanics and environmental presentation. Dirt 5 is wrapped in a flashy veneer that quickly reveals a hollow world once you scratch the surface. It lacks the layers of immersion that define Dirt 2 and Horizon, and the driving physics are oversimplified to the point that minimal skill is required to negotiate the track. Surfaces do not have significant impact on the feel of the race so gravel feels much like mud and snow. There is no track erosion seen in games like Dirt Rally 2.0 so subsequent laps don’t really change the nature of the race except for a few prescripted events where snow build up or rain or time of day change occurs the exact same way during a three lap race. The festival thematics (which ostensibly is the center of gravity of the title’s disposition) are seen in the forms of colorful still menus, lively music, and the occasional colored smoke or firework on the track, but that is about the extent of it. The story rivalry story isn’t very engaging and there are no cutscenes or story pieces that make you feel like part of something bigger. The races themselves are so arcade-driven, that skilled driving is not rewarded. The game uses a very cheap slingshot trick to give off the illusion of a close race. Essentially, when you exit a corner several car lengths ahead of the pack, the trailing vehicles suddenly are accelerated to unrealistic levels and blast by you, even if you perfectly execute a corner, so what you end up with is a very cool looking game of Mario Kart. Additionally, vehicle damage is mild, both visually and otherwise, and the tracks are not well constructed; you are often punished for tiny obstacles which will completely stop your travel or cause your vehicle to react unrealistically, thus resulting in you being impossibly behind the pack with not way to catch up, which seems to defeat the balance of an arcade style racer.

    This game fails to hit the mark because it tries to fit into the fun festival racing arcade experience that made Dirt 2 and the Horizon series famous, but it doesn’t nail the festival component and it whiffs on the racing mechanics; it just feels like a very pretty looking but ultimately, and sadly, an empty experience. It pains me to write this review, as I have been a Dirt fan for years and I love the festival style games, but I would recommend you spend your money elsewhere. Hopefully next time around, Codemasters will not outsource their brand. In the meantime, buy an Xbox and get Forza Horizon 4 if you want a festival racer, or buy Dirt 4 or Dirt Rally 2.0 if you are hungry for a rally simulation.    … Expand
  26. michelebourbon
    Nov 18, 2020
    1
    This is the sort of game that should not be relevant in 2020. Repetitive and boring arcade racing, with a few bells and whistles, but absolutely NOTHING special about it. All this game does is to profit on the relevance of the 'Dirt' brand. Even if what you're looking for is some arcade casual racing you will be much better served going for a different game.
  27. Hilarious
    Jul 24, 2022
    0
    i though I would like it but from the start, when I saw ugliest menu ever, to the first few races I was disgusted.
  28. Idiota150
    Apr 18, 2021
    0
    Does not deserve to have the word "Dirt" in the title at all. This game concept is so bad it made me question my love for "real" racing games. Tried during a free weekend on a PS4 Pro (with a G923 steering wheel) and also really poor performance whichever mode I set.
  29. deniz3rn
    Feb 20, 2021
    0
    Codemasters should stop giving the green light to the guy whoever made Dirt 3 and Showdown. I mean, can't you take a hint? Do you not look at sales numbers or Metacritic scores? Nobody cares about this weird genre that has nothing to do with actual rallying! I've been playing Codemasters games since the first Colin McRae Rally so I believe I have a say in this. Currently to me, Dirt is theCodemasters should stop giving the green light to the guy whoever made Dirt 3 and Showdown. I mean, can't you take a hint? Do you not look at sales numbers or Metacritic scores? Nobody cares about this weird genre that has nothing to do with actual rallying! I've been playing Codemasters games since the first Colin McRae Rally so I believe I have a say in this. Currently to me, Dirt is the arcade rally genre, and Dirt Rally is the simulation rally genre. And I want it to stay like that. That guy who made Dirt 3, Dirt: Showdown and Dirt 5, whoever you are, just create your own IP and stop piggybacking the "Dirt" name. We don't want you to tarnish Dirt name anymore.… Expand
  30. DaniRossi
    Nov 7, 2020
    0
    ужасная физика , очень разочаровала
    единственный плюс это разделение экрана
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
  1. Worth Playing
    Mar 2, 2021
    68
    As great as Dirt 5's presentation may be, the gameplay is lacking. It looks and sounds incredible at times, but there isn't too much engaging content here to challenge players to do more and perform better as the driver. That changes if you're primarily racing against friends online or offline, but as a single-player experience, it feels flat once you peek under the flashy hood. It's fun for a few races at a time, and it's easy to jump in, but it's even easier to drop once you've had your fill.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    Jan 8, 2021
    70
    The new instalment of the Dirt franchise is full of energy and style but lacks in some aspects that made the previous iterations so attractive.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Dec 25, 2020
    56
    In a game called Dirt, dirt has no effect on car’s behavior, and neither does snow. Only ice forces you to make adjustments to your driving. [Issue#250, page 53]
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