DiRT Rally

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7.9

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  1. nfs7379
    Aug 30, 2022
    8
    8/10........................................................................................
  2. Ardho
    Oct 8, 2021
    9
    Super realistic gameplay super realistic graphics, lastly played the rally game on ps1, what an amazing development, really like the red mini cooper
  3. biggy-gamer
    Nov 4, 2020
    10
    Cars feel a bit too weightless but other than that this game is fantastic. Super fun to play!
  4. Adkhey0z
    Oct 12, 2020
    9
    Plus réaliste plus immersif ! Le gameplay est dure mais quand on le maîtrise ça permet de faire de vraiment belle action ! Les drifts très bien retranscrit c'est rare dans un jeu de rally (WRC devrait en prendre de la graine).
  5. Menni
    Apr 27, 2020
    8
    La migliore simulazione di rally su console. Peccato che lo abbia scambiato per il quarto capitolo della serie, credendo erroneamente in un online scoppiettante, in attesa di Dirt 4
  6. SandroTevez
    Jun 15, 2019
    9
    Perfect but missing a real time multiplayer rally.. Like in dirt2................................................
  7. WRC_Racing
    Feb 23, 2019
    10
    В 2019 году игра по прежнему не утратила своей актуальности и абсолютно реиграбельна.
    Рядом с DIRT Rally 2.0 выглядит шедеврально. Жаль что первая часть, в части геймплея оказалась и последней в серии. Рекомендую к покупке любителям хардкорный автосимов.    В 2019 году игра по прежнему не утратила своей актуальности и абсолютно реиграбельна.
    Рядом с DIRT Rally 2.0 выглядит шедеврально. Жаль что первая часть, в части геймплея оказалась и последней в серии. Рекомендую к покупке любителям хардкорный автосимов.
  8. HarrydeParry
    Nov 29, 2018
    8
    This is the most realistic and difficult driving simulator i have ever played. The physics and behaviour of the cars are absolutely stunning. U really have to be a pro driver to compete at the highest difficulty levels of the game. There are a lot of instruction videos made by the developers, so you can really educate yourself in terms of racing mechanics.

    I do not say this about games    This is the most realistic and difficult driving simulator i have ever played. The physics and behaviour of the cars are absolutely stunning. U really have to be a pro driver to compete at the highest difficulty levels of the game. There are a lot of instruction videos made by the developers, so you can really educate yourself in terms of racing mechanics.

    I do not say this about games normally because i really like a challenge, but this game was just too hard for me to progress to higher racing levels. But i do not blame the developers for this at all. I'm just a solid gamer and a good driver, but absolutely no pro so this game is not for me. But if u are a pro driver and u wanna compete at an insane level of difficulty, u must pick this one up most def.

    This is called the Dark Souls of racing games for a very good reason. And if u will play this game, u will realize dark souls is actually a cakewalk ;)    … Expand
  9. stealthg0d
    Aug 31, 2018
    9
    Absolutely exhilarating. I was in 2 minds earlier about either buying Dirt 4 or Dirt Rally. I researched a bit, observed the game-play for both, in either case Dirt Rally was coming on top with its neat graphics, superior game-play and loyal following. Nevertheless, I asked my games vendor to fix me up with Dirt 4, he said he got one in stock. I went to fetch it and it turns out he didn'tAbsolutely exhilarating. I was in 2 minds earlier about either buying Dirt 4 or Dirt Rally. I researched a bit, observed the game-play for both, in either case Dirt Rally was coming on top with its neat graphics, superior game-play and loyal following. Nevertheless, I asked my games vendor to fix me up with Dirt 4, he said he got one in stock. I went to fetch it and it turns out he didn't have on and he confused it with Dirty Rally being in the pre-owned bundle. I picked the Dirt Rally by chance and what a fortunate event it happened to be. The game is sheer thrill and absolutely fantastic. It mind-blowing control of the car, the exhaust noise, fluid traction, beautiful European landscape and everything about the game is just incredible. Especially, the Swedish tracks are too tormenting but amazing play overall for the game.… Expand
  10. naser_sadigh
    Mar 2, 2018
    9
    this game is the one of best car simiulation ever very hard and breath taking roads, nice graphic, nice cars, dont miss it.
  11. chr1so
    Dec 27, 2017
    9
    I was a big fan of the Colin Mcrae series so I'm stoked with this game after such a long time between drinks. The physics/handling is amazing and gives you a real sense of satisfaction as you get better and better, taking corners faster and even keeping the car on the road on straights at high speed.
    2 things that coud improve though are the graphics, and multiplayer setup. It's so hard    I was a big fan of the Colin Mcrae series so I'm stoked with this game after such a long time between drinks. The physics/handling is amazing and gives you a real sense of satisfaction as you get better and better, taking corners faster and even keeping the car on the road on straights at high speed.
    2 things that coud improve though are the graphics, and multiplayer setup. It's so hard to organise leagues to play against your friends.    … Expand
  12. JyroJyro
    Dec 22, 2017
    8
    The level of immersion on offer here is immense - from the sheer raw difficulty to the guttural engine roars. A return to form from Codemasters, and one that rewards patience and persistence. It could have done with more content (cars, stages etc), but it's an insanely good rally game as it is.
  13. Drowne789
    Oct 13, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dirt rally is an intense, unforgiving yet extremely rewarding game which brings the worldwide sport of rallying right to your home. The instructions of your co-driver are vital in order to stay on the road, as there is no racing line or infamous Codemasters flashbacks to carry you through the stage, in this game, if you make a mistake it could cost you massively.
    In this game, you not only have to be quick, but you have to ‘be brave’ as even the calm informative voice of your co-driver next to you says as you are charging at 70 mph through the tight-fast corners of Germany or the mighty jumps of Finland. Codemasters have gone back to their roots of the classics like Colin McRae: Rally, by scrapping the Gymkhana and free roam modes of Dirt 3, and giving you realistic stages in which you can drive on using a variety of cars from the 1960’s mini classic to the insanely powerful Peugeot 205 4 wheel drive of the now banned Group B class. Something that brings this game to life even more is the incredibly realistic force feedback through compatible wheels in the game, from my experience, it was incredibly detailed by adding things like the stiffness of the wheel turning when the car is not moving, due to the lack of power steering for some cars, I could also feel the difference between the thick gravel and the soft asphalt, even my relative who has experience racing through the stages of Wales said it feels very realistic and similar to real life, without the smell of burning rubber or soreness the day after landing heavily after a big jump.
    For the graphics of this game, I would say they are okay as the graphics for the cars are pretty good, with mud and dirt building up on the car throughout the stage, also the damage model of the cars are very good as you get dents and scratches on the car depending where you hit it. However, the texture of the trees and surroundings could be better, though it still does a good job of putting you into the game, with a good weather system which actually effects the way the cars handle and act.
    However, despite the fun, exhilarating rush of the game, the difficulty and lack of assists can make it frustrating for people who have little experience or skill in rallying games to get into. I would say this is much more of a simulation game for the hard-core fans of rallying, whereas games like dirt 3 would be much better suited for people who want to have fun and play about as they have more assists like the racing line and flashbacks which this game lacks.
    In conclusion, I feel this game has a lot of realism and really makes you feel like you are in the driver’s seat, especially with a wheel which can immerse you even further. However this game is definitely not for the type of people who like casually playing a game a messing about, as you really have to graft in order to achieve victories and gain credits. I would recommend this game to people over the age of 12 as it requires a lot of skill and experience in order to master the game.    … Expand
  14. eSKAone
    Sep 7, 2017
    10
    I love this Game. You can not judge it without a force feedback wheel. I also own DiRT 4, but it is almost as if Codemasters, the creators of the also very good F1 2017, passed this job to some other team. DiRT Rally is better in every aspect. And no, it's not too hard (speaking a relatively noob). Codemasters: MUCH LOVE!
  15. RaFfr0
    Aug 28, 2017
    8
    I've always been a fan of racing games, obviously good racing games. DiRT Rally is such a good game, it may be a little different because is a rally game, and almost everything is based on times and nt on head to head races. But the gameplay is so good, but at first it may be a little hard, but as the races goes you'll get used to.
  16. toaplan
    May 2, 2017
    9
    Incredibly thrilling, heart-pounding, exciting and realistic rally sim. Also very demanding and requires you to fully commit to the game, but it's so rewarding as your skills gradually improve. You kind of feel like becoming a real rally driver as time goes by. One of the most intense racing games ever.
  17. AndersL
    Apr 12, 2017
    9
    The best rally game I have played. It is very difficult but also very rewarding. Don't let this be your first foray into racing games. There are three different modes giving the game a lot of variety.
  18. joost-013
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    You really have to focus to decently play this game, but when you get in the zone, boy does it reward you. The cars handle great and there are just enough stages to keep it fresh. The collection of cars is really complete. The graphics are ok, not great but not bad either. But it's the physics and feel that make the game excel. The handling is pretty realistic without being boring. YouYou really have to focus to decently play this game, but when you get in the zone, boy does it reward you. The cars handle great and there are just enough stages to keep it fresh. The collection of cars is really complete. The graphics are ok, not great but not bad either. But it's the physics and feel that make the game excel. The handling is pretty realistic without being boring. You have to learn how different surfaces (gravel, snow, asphalt etc.) change the cars driveability. It's not the easiest game if you never played racing games, but if you really sink your teeth in it, it rewards you a lot.… Expand
  19. gusman
    Feb 21, 2017
    9
    I've always sucked in car games, I only bought this to try the VR mode, and oh my, this is another world! Being on the car, perceiving the depth and seeing all the details on the game just changes the way you play, it's like being on a real car on a real race, the pilotage is totally different, as you can perceive the depth (at least me) you can know when really start taking a bend, whenI've always sucked in car games, I only bought this to try the VR mode, and oh my, this is another world! Being on the car, perceiving the depth and seeing all the details on the game just changes the way you play, it's like being on a real car on a real race, the pilotage is totally different, as you can perceive the depth (at least me) you can know when really start taking a bend, when to use a brake and so on.

    Hope to see more games like this on VR.    … Expand
  20. crazymurdock
    Feb 21, 2017
    10
    It's a fully featured Rally game with fantastic handling, that supports PSVR and the Pro. What more could anyone ask for. A true gem in the PSVR catalogue. With this and RE7 things are beginning to get very exciting.
  21. dunwich666
    Feb 18, 2017
    10
    Got this game around release, and even though I enjoyed it quite a bit in the beginning, I ended up trading it away long before I was done with it. Maybe its also relevant to mention that I am by no means a racing game fan - I rarely play them.
    Anyway, with the release of the PSVR version I had to buy it once again, which I did yesterday and I must say this this is one of the most    Got this game around release, and even though I enjoyed it quite a bit in the beginning, I ended up trading it away long before I was done with it. Maybe its also relevant to mention that I am by no means a racing game fan - I rarely play them.
    Anyway, with the release of the PSVR version I had to buy it once again, which I did yesterday and I must say this this is one of the most incredible gaming experiences Ive ever had. Wow! It really feels like you are inside the car.
    Non VR: 8/10
    VR: 10/10    … Expand
  22. keyser1884
    Jan 20, 2017
    9
    I've been playing the Colin McRae rally series since the original on the Playstation 1 and this is one of the best.

    I went into my first rally knowing that I'm very good at these games. I was confident of picking up where I left off and I turned all of those unnecessary driver assist options off from the get-go. That's when i discovered that this game is great at humbling even the most    I've been playing the Colin McRae rally series since the original on the Playstation 1 and this is one of the best.

    I went into my first rally knowing that I'm very good at these games. I was confident of picking up where I left off and I turned all of those unnecessary driver assist options off from the get-go. That's when i discovered that this game is great at humbling even the most seasoned Rally gamer.

    As I rolled my mini off the side of a Greek cliff, my pride followed with it.

    I lost my confidence. I was crawling into corners and excessively feathering the throttle, lest I spin out of the corner. Slowly I built my speed up and got to the point where I'm winning stages and rallys. It's still not easy, but at least I can compete.

    I haven't given the game top-marks for a couple of reasons. First, the selection of locales is limited compared to older games in the series. I know I'm in the minority, but I don't like the rallycross mode. The spirit of Rally is man vs the road, and I never feel like I'm lacking for competition on a class timed rally stage. I don't need to see other cars on the track in order to get my adrenaline up.

    Pikes Peak feels a bit tacked on, and really requires that you memorize the whole circuit as there's no co-driver. I'm sure I'll grow to like it, but for now I'm only trying it occasionally.

    I really like the daily/weekly/monthly rally events. There are no do-overs, so it feels like a real rally against real people. If you pop a tire, you can kiss the whole event goodbye because there's no way you're making up that 1:30 it took for you to repair. I'm sure a lot of people might find this mode a bit sparse, but for me it's a real highlight.

    To wrap-up: this is a great Rally game. It's hard, but fair. and it never feels like it's cheating you. It's my second favorite Rally Game after Colin McRae 2005 on the original XBOX, and that's high praise indeed.    … Expand
  23. silverXXwolf
    Dec 27, 2016
    9
    For true fans of rally racing and driving sims, Dirt Rally is a must own. It gives us everything we want, and nothing we don't. Rally Cross is fast and chaotic, and the hill climb event is pure adrenaline. The rally stages are beautiful and highly technical, requiring tremendous focus and nerves of steel. Those who say this game is too difficult to be enjoyable have no place here. They'reFor true fans of rally racing and driving sims, Dirt Rally is a must own. It gives us everything we want, and nothing we don't. Rally Cross is fast and chaotic, and the hill climb event is pure adrenaline. The rally stages are beautiful and highly technical, requiring tremendous focus and nerves of steel. Those who say this game is too difficult to be enjoyable have no place here. They're better suited for games like Asphalt 8 and Need for Speed. This game demands more from its players, rewarding those who provide proper input and punishing those who don't. You will need to choose the right line and proper angle of entry. You will need to learn how to feather the brakes and throttle with minimal steering input. You will need to master the pendulum turn and e-bake slides. You will have to interpret your navigator's pace-notes like a second language. It will take time and it will be frustrating; but the payoff for perfecting these skills is infinitely more rewarding than any arcade-racer could hope to be. I'm docking one point because the selection of vehicles and tracks is limited, and there is minimal customization. Aside from that, Dirt Rally is a technical work of art that will surely satisfy the desires of any racing-sim junky.… Expand
  24. Arkames
    Nov 14, 2016
    10
    Perseverance, patience, learning programs and the closest path to the abyss, are the ingredients for victory, and only then will grow. Worth every penny spent, and the finger of the brakes will be much in demand.
  25. Damian_roar
    Oct 19, 2016
    9
    Here it is in few words:

    Have my driving license + Don't own a car + Don't have experience + The best rally game out there ATM = Fly through the trees and crash my way to the 1st places, ocasionally killing some of the expectants.

    9/10 will keep killing the camera guy and trying to be at the first places often.
  26. jerkface910
    Sep 7, 2016
    10
    Good. God. Is this game ever hard. I've been playing it pretty much consistently since it was released and unlike many other games where I grasp the curve and it becomes easy, this game is always hard. You have to focus on your technique every race, every turn. It's almost sadistically unforgiving, too. Slide off an icy bridge two (real) hours into an event? Did not finish, last place. IGood. God. Is this game ever hard. I've been playing it pretty much consistently since it was released and unlike many other games where I grasp the curve and it becomes easy, this game is always hard. You have to focus on your technique every race, every turn. It's almost sadistically unforgiving, too. Slide off an icy bridge two (real) hours into an event? Did not finish, last place. I call it the Dark Souls of racing and I think that's apt.… Expand
  27. Magician99
    Jul 31, 2016
    8
    Good game, if you consider yourself not a good but a great driver. Anything less and your going to be dissapointed as the game is ruthless but rewarding. Nice handling when you have tweaked the feedback settings (g29) but not quite enough variation. 8/10 here
  28. Perscat
    Jul 3, 2016
    10
    Only Racing game which doesn't get boring. It's technical and therefore the player grows in knowledge. The graphics and frame rate are insane as well.
  29. pongkrit03
    Jun 9, 2016
    10
    One of the best racing game I ever played. I would like to give it 9.5/10 since there are few things that I don't like, however they do not affect the main quality of the game.

    First of all, the driving system is so great. The car goes as what it should do. The car customization and team management feel real. Co-Driver plays the crucial role in this game. I NEVER EVER listened or    One of the best racing game I ever played. I would like to give it 9.5/10 since there are few things that I don't like, however they do not affect the main quality of the game.

    First of all, the driving system is so great. The car goes as what it should do. The car customization and team management feel real. Co-Driver plays the crucial role in this game. I NEVER EVER listened or cared about co-driver at all in other games, but in this game you really need his information about the course or risk yourself flying off the cliff. The light and damage system seems realistic. You will notice them when you drive in the night. It is really dark and if you damage your front light then you have screw up. I have to change my view from 3rd person to 1st person specially for this game. I never did that when I played Dirt 2 or 3.

    Second, Map design is top notch. We have asphalt, ice, snow, gravel maps. All of these surfaces play differently to the traction of the car. There are dangerous everywhere. You can easily crash if you do not play attention to the road ahead and Co driver. I never liked rally this much before. In previous Dirt games, I always play Rally cross more.

    Third, it has "Dark Soul" difficulty. If you are familiar with Dark Soul title, it is the game that is considered one of the hardest games in the world. Why is it Dark Soul ? that is because Dirt Rally removes many features in their previous games that help players. For example, you can't rewind the time when you make mistake, you can let the game to recover the car from crash but you will get 10-15 second penalty (which is huge), every damage the car getting will be transfer to the next run and you have limited time to repair with your crews, you can still restart the race but your reward will decrease every time you do, you can get demoted if you do bad. These are what make the game so intense + challenging. Moreover, AI is strong, very strong for casual players even on the easiest difficulty (Open Championship).

    Other points
    - Graphic is OK for the current genre, not the best, not bad
    - Rally Cross Multiplayer is doing OK
    - High Peak mode is not that interesting but I considered it a free plus.
    - Very few BGM (but it is not needed anyway)

    Bad parts
    -Need more maps, especially in Rally cross ( Rally cross mode is bare bone)
    -Racenet is sometimes not stable.
    -Replay view is below average.
    -Cannot save replay, why ?
    -Too difficult for casual gamers.
    - AI in Rally Cross sometimes hit you in the back. They are brutal

    In sum, I have to say this game quality is beyond what I expected. I have spent more than 50 hours, still playing and considering to buy a wheel controller. I have reached Master Championship in both Rally and Rally cross. However, because of the difficulty, I would suggest only for veterans to buy the game. If you are casual and have no patient, I suggest you stay away. This game needs a lot of practices to win. You gonna keep going off the cliff, crash, restart -> repeat. Furthermore, If you are a fan of Rally Cross, you might not like the game because it focuses more on Rally.    … Expand
  30. joaopontesvaz
    May 30, 2016
    8
    An authentic rally driving simulation. Great graphics with no technical failures, solid 60 fps. Perhaps the biggest problem is the excessive realism for the common players. Should have more locations.

    Graphics: 9.0 Sound: 9.0 Gameplay: 8.8 Fun/Story: 8.0
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#18 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. Games.cz
    May 19, 2016
    80
    Excellent simulation didn´t lose anything of its charm with the console conversion – it plays great with steady fps and offers hours and hours of sheer fun. Only a slight impersonality of singleplayer and not very functional link to the RaceNet network prevents a higher score.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    May 18, 2016
    90
    This is a game for those unafraid of a steep challenge (or investing in a good driving wheel setup). [June 2016, p73]
  3. Play UK
    May 16, 2016
    90
    Brutal, yet hugely rewarding, Dirt Rally both understands and respects its eponymous sport. It doesn't patronise with gimmicky mechanics, nor is it a dry, joyless simulation. [Issue#269, p.76]
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