Driveclub

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Oct 7, 2014
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6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 1799 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 337 out of 1799
  3. Negative: 518 out of 1799
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  1. Makaveli
    Oct 31, 2014
    4
    I don't know why but I have been having trouble playing this game since launch.. There is something very wrong with the server or something for this game.. Disconnects all the time etc..

    From what I have played the game is not a very good racing simulator that we were all promised. It's pretty to look at, but the cars do not feel right and the braking in this game is awful.. This    I don't know why but I have been having trouble playing this game since launch.. There is something very wrong with the server or something for this game.. Disconnects all the time etc..

    From what I have played the game is not a very good racing simulator that we were all promised. It's pretty to look at, but the cars do not feel right and the braking in this game is awful..

    This game was not ready to be released albeit it was delayed twice already.. This game promised so much and delivered so little.

    I do not see how anyone can give a perfect score or a high score to a game that doesn't work properly.. It's an unfinished project and we as consumers must put a stop to these kind of practices..

    Also... Sony needs to fix their damn network, it is a paid for service now, there is no excuse for PSN to be down every week.. Sony, you will not get a free pass with me this time, put some money into your network, the free games are great and all, but that does me no good when I want to play online.    … Expand
  2. jtktam
    Oct 9, 2014
    0
    Bought the game on launch day, took it home and played for 30 minutes. Drove back to gamestop and returned it.

    Game play was generic and the cut scenes were choppy Physics engine and damage system is non existent. It deducts 100 exp for hitting another car, but gives you 500 to 1000 for passing, so by bumping your way through the race you still come out ahead. got like 15    Bought the game on launch day, took it home and played for 30 minutes. Drove back to gamestop and returned it.

    Game play was generic and the cut scenes were choppy

    Physics engine and damage system is non existent.

    It deducts 100 exp for hitting another car, but gives you 500 to 1000 for passing, so by bumping your way through the race you still come out ahead. got like 15 trophies in 30 minutes and 10% game progress.

    don't waste your time or money    … Expand
  3. lulususka
    Oct 10, 2014
    0
    this game is joke... but BAD ... i have ps+ but i cant play multiplayer... just big HYPE for this game and now where is rain where is multiplayer ??????
  4. Chavez_0
    Oct 8, 2014
    1
    The game looks great but is just so boring and hollow. The lack of any sort of customization other than **** pre-made liveries is ridiculous, especially since Forza has been doing this sort of thing since the original Xbox. I was so excited for this game to release but I feel like I've over paid for this game by about 30 dollars; the lack of content and any sort of customization not toThe game looks great but is just so boring and hollow. The lack of any sort of customization other than **** pre-made liveries is ridiculous, especially since Forza has been doing this sort of thing since the original Xbox. I was so excited for this game to release but I feel like I've over paid for this game by about 30 dollars; the lack of content and any sort of customization not to mention the omission of any sort of car not from Europe is really disheartening.

    If you've got an Xbox 360 or Xbox One then play Forza Horizon 2. Much better game.    … Expand
  5. b12arr0
    Oct 9, 2014
    3
    This game was delayed and it still isn't that great. It still feels incomplete to me. No car customization, unrealistic driving simulation, even the car engine noise sounds wrong. The only thing this game has going for it is it's graphics. But graphics can't make up for a poor game. This was supposed to rival Forza. So disappointed. I give it a very generous 3.
  6. Edgar2
    Oct 8, 2014
    3
    I am shocked that we waited through almost a full 12 month delay to get this game. Need For Speed Rivals is a better game and it came out in 2013. The car handling is bad, the graphics are only so-so and they don't have rain?!? They are going to have to patch rain/weather in later?!? Uh, that is a complete miss and something that is unacceptable. I am sorry I wasted money on this game.
  7. Kolja
    Oct 18, 2014
    3
    This game is all about sliding around the track in glossy bumper cars. There no aspect of realism. The multiplayer races are horrendeous if you are into the skill and tactics side of racing. There is no incentive to drive clean. In fact the best way to get in front is to elbow your way by ramming into other cars and sides of the track. For me this game was a huge dissappoinment.
  8. DStunnedMonkey
    Oct 8, 2014
    0
    This game was done very poorly. I used to race and these feel nothing like it. The handling is very horrible on these cars. The only bright spot was the graphics but even that is at 30fps. No car tuning either...you got to be kidding. Was just done very poorly. Handling is the biggest thing. So looking forward to Project Cars.
  9. Mad0ne
    Oct 10, 2014
    3
    Car selection is somewhat ok but it really lacks alot of cars that are out there.
    AI is like 90's racing game.. they are just there, hanging around and "making" game harder to play.
    AI is agressive, rams you out before finish or that catchup system where BMW just cant get more speed because RPM is red and it's so maxed.. oh hey there are couple of AI BMW's that can go that extra more    Car selection is somewhat ok but it really lacks alot of cars that are out there.
    AI is like 90's racing game.. they are just there, hanging around and "making" game harder to play.
    AI is agressive, rams you out before finish or that catchup system where BMW just cant get more speed because RPM is red and it's so maxed.. oh hey there are couple of AI BMW's that can go that extra more 30-50kmh and pass you like a standing brick.. then they slow down infront of you and just make entering corner pain or cause to have collision penalti while speed was actually perfect for that corner.. gg

    online is not working, extra car packs cannot be downloaded because of error. And when online works.. try to join club.. bang error and there goes the connection also.

    car handling at high speed is like trying to operate flying sausage... it seems like downforce is nowhere to be found.

    drifting is nothing more than correct angle, entering speed and bam.. here you go, be a pro!!

    there are no settings to get rid of driving aids.. if there is any at all - im not sure. but it feels like there is sometimes and when you lose it.. it's byebye, like what driving assist? traction control, abs? what.. disappeared.

    invisible walls in corners, getting corner penaltys all over the places where I even lose cutting corner, I get penalty also.. just for lulz. oh and then you get corner penalty in tunnels where you CANNOT cut corner.. bouncing wall inside give you penaly :D lol wth

    singleplayer is dull and boring, there are alot of tracks.. which is nice tho.

    graphically game is imo bad... it's ps4 and forza4 had same gfx. it's all jagged edges.. dont know if it's 1080p at all or this game totally lacks any anti aliasing.

    pointless game.. I have played 2 days and already find hard coming back to it. while I played forza4 and GT5 sooo sooooo long. I believe those games have just ruined me because I dont want to accept anything less than forza or GT.

    oh and g27 racing wheel? well too bad and fu! not going to happen because of reasons...    … Expand
  10. AkimboTitan
    Oct 9, 2014
    3
    No customization, very few tracks, poor physics and god-awful servers contribute to this games piteous score of 3/10. 50 Cars would have been okay if they were all individual and unique, and didn't sound like a cross between a vacuum cleaner and an overheating computer. There is also no first person view, and the AI is crap. The only reason this isn't a 0, is because the graphics are trulyNo customization, very few tracks, poor physics and god-awful servers contribute to this games piteous score of 3/10. 50 Cars would have been okay if they were all individual and unique, and didn't sound like a cross between a vacuum cleaner and an overheating computer. There is also no first person view, and the AI is crap. The only reason this isn't a 0, is because the graphics are truly amazing!… Expand
  11. SweeDishh
    Oct 7, 2014
    1
    Ok first No tuning for the cars in a car game?, only 50 cars no japonese cars, visuals are good yeah, but I prefer better content and better gameplay.
  12. deimoxx
    Oct 12, 2014
    4
    After a bit more time with the game and after properly comparing it with its competitors. I have adjusted my review. It should really be a bit lower given the fact the online is non existent but I did get to play a little before it broke. If you only have a PS4 then this is a passable racer if you own an xbox one then just get Forza Horizon 2.
  13. srd4484
    Oct 7, 2014
    3
    So this is the "Forza Killer" they were talking about? Half the game is missing and may or may not be available come December patch. Graphics are the only thing good about this game. Missing the loads of content that makes good gameplay. Servers stink and don't work. 50 cars ONLY! Eh...Not a fan.
  14. Sony4Life
    Oct 7, 2014
    0
    The game is not even finished, WTF? I can't believe I even preordered this **** It's a rehash of PGR. **** this. The graphics are nice but there is no depth. Physics are off. I thought we would get upgradable car parts and stuff but we just have decals and paints for customization. I would pass on this one if you haven't bought it yet.
  15. Wduarter
    Oct 7, 2014
    1
    An extremely generic game brings no innovation, much HYPE for little game, I pre-ordered and released only part of the game, do not have access to photomode, the game is linear, you can not leave the track, where the level of realism? Poor and badly done, too late and delivered less. Could be better.
  16. pmort84
    Oct 7, 2014
    0
    Dramatically over-hyped in my opinion. A shame really, I was looking forward to this one. Luckily, Sony was quick to offer a refund when I contacted them. If you're a fan of Gran Turismo games, this is nothing like that. I suggest you stay away from this one.

    Cons: -You can't customize any of the mere 50 cars the game has. -The graphics aren't nearly as good as advertised. -There's    Dramatically over-hyped in my opinion. A shame really, I was looking forward to this one. Luckily, Sony was quick to offer a refund when I contacted them. If you're a fan of Gran Turismo games, this is nothing like that. I suggest you stay away from this one.

    Cons:
    -You can't customize any of the mere 50 cars the game has.
    -The graphics aren't nearly as good as advertised.
    -There's no music when you drive.
    -There's no sense of reward - you get great cars at the start.
    -None of the tracks are real.
    -The game is WAY too easy. Without much effort, I came in first place on my first two races.
    -The online servers appear unreliable. The game just launched and I can't get online.    … Expand
  17. gagames_br
    Oct 7, 2014
    0
    physics garbage , only 50 cars , no car customization , invisible walls , no realistic damage , no rain , poor sounds , brakes feels like parachutes instantly stop , after playing for a few hours, i was a bit disappointed.
  18. discostuAU
    Oct 7, 2014
    0
    If you are expecting Grand Turismo or Forza - do not buy this game. That should be printed on the front packaging of it in giant bold letters. So I bought this on pre-order and could not wait to get home and play it, my oh my how disappointed I was. To start it really doesn't look that great - yeah it is pretty, but to my eyes it is no better than Forza 5. The cars themselves look great,If you are expecting Grand Turismo or Forza - do not buy this game. That should be printed on the front packaging of it in giant bold letters. So I bought this on pre-order and could not wait to get home and play it, my oh my how disappointed I was. To start it really doesn't look that great - yeah it is pretty, but to my eyes it is no better than Forza 5. The cars themselves look great, the cockpit views are fabulous - but the sounds are RUBBISH. The developers went on and on about how much work went into the sound recordings, but seriously inside the cars it was a muffled mess. The damage physics are also a joke, with minor scrapes about all you can expect.

    Driving physics are alright, it is certainly more arcade than anything else.... it felt responsive and good enough to enjoy. The gameplay on the other hand - rubbish. You get penalised for when an idiot AI rams you, I mean seriously?! And if you go off track for more than 3 seconds - you're reset. What?!

    And the cars.... whilst there is not a huge list, there is NO customisation to them... nothing. Zip. Nadda. You cannot even tune them or upgrade parts.... this in a car game? I can't believe that those options are not available.

    So in closing - I have returned this game after playing it for a few hours and deciding it was not for me. If you are looking for something that is an easy get in and drive - this is the game for you, if you're expecting anything further than that - DO NOT BUY IT.    … Expand
  19. ecpackers
    Oct 7, 2014
    0
    eh... so disappointing, great graphics actually, but the driving is more arcade than sim, and the game has so few features, lots of tracks though. only 50 cars, which is like... i mean, that's almost nothing now days. you should only rent this, at most.
  20. Noble-Saint
    Oct 7, 2014
    2
    The game is very linear, weak songs and a few cars ... get bored very fast, it may be that with the updates is likely to improve and maybe go out in plus ... but for now do not recommend buying this game, when you have Projects Cars and The Crew.
  21. Wrodrix
    Oct 7, 2014
    0
    Poor play and linear, if skidding off the track, your car is reset, that made all the graphs were created realism thrown in the trash, the game does not give you the freedom to do anything, everything follows a line. Worthy of two generations past.
  22. SonyOnly4
    Oct 7, 2014
    3
    Erm, So, Driveclub. The game looks rather dashing in all its HD splendour, but that is as deep as the satisfaction of playing the game goes unfortunately. It all becomes rather droll after you realise that the roster of cars is severely limited, there is neigh on any customization in sight and the gameplay is more akin to mario cart than an arcade racer based in reality. Look to theErm, So, Driveclub. The game looks rather dashing in all its HD splendour, but that is as deep as the satisfaction of playing the game goes unfortunately. It all becomes rather droll after you realise that the roster of cars is severely limited, there is neigh on any customization in sight and the gameplay is more akin to mario cart than an arcade racer based in reality. Look to the Horizon *wink for your arcade racing needs. If you are unfortunately a PS only gamer your best bet would be to see how the crew pans out and perhaps give that a go.… Expand
  23. mecht0
    Oct 7, 2014
    0
    Amazingly boring, there's nothing in this game that is done right, maybe the graphics, but no what i would expect of this generation, i'll wait for a gran turismo, maybe then sony makes my time and money worth.
  24. Husky17
    Oct 7, 2014
    2
    Game feels incomplete. It's not fun to play and the tracks feel empty. No track life, no weather, clubs was not working. Looks good in some places - tunnels, some lighting, fireworks. Other places look unfinished (damage, grass). I would not recommend this game as a PS4 owner.
  25. supanova
    Oct 7, 2014
    1
    This game is garbage!!! Arcade racing, no replays, no damage, no physics, no wheel support, invisible walls.etc, etc This is fail. This game recommended only for little kids.
  26. griffey546
    Apr 30, 2015
    2
    3 steps on how to make Driveclub:

    Step 1: Start out by making driving mechanics.
    Step 2: Add some impressive graphics.
    Step 3: Wait no those graphics are good enough, lets work on the graphics and just use the Watch_Dogs driving mechanics...
  27. tomflanders
    Mar 31, 2018
    4
    Visually outstanding and a great range of cars and maps, but it all takes too long to unlock and the game is very boring / monotonous.
  28. Sky123
    Apr 1, 2017
    0
    Good : Impressive & Gorgeous Visuals.

    Bad : Ok Where Do I Start, You Cant Buy A Car, Can't Customize Your Car : No Performance Upgrades & No Body Works, Other Then Some Ugly Liveries BUUUUUUUUUUT You Can Customize Your Driver. No Difficulty Alteration, Very Limited Wide Tracks, Limited To Few Sound Tracks. Worst : Moron AI, Drives Like Ass***e Continuously Hitting & Ramming You, Most    Good : Impressive & Gorgeous Visuals.

    Bad : Ok Where Do I Start, You Cant Buy A Car, Can't Customize Your Car : No Performance Upgrades & No Body Works, Other Then Some Ugly Liveries BUUUUUUUUUUT You Can Customize Your Driver. No Difficulty Alteration, Very Limited Wide Tracks, Limited To Few Sound Tracks.

    Worst : Moron AI, Drives Like Ass***e Continuously Hitting & Ramming You, Most Annoying Trash Is Penalties, Drove Off Road = Penalty, Hit Some One = Penalty, Get Minor Cut = Penalty, Penalties Will Subtract Your Fame i.e In Game Points And Also Halts Your Speed, Cosmetic Damage Looks Unreal, Controls Are Just Ok And Braking Is Awful. i Just Couldn't Bare This Terrible Game Any More.    … Expand
  29. Creawen
    Nov 30, 2015
    1
    Got myself this week to buy Driveclub and i totally regret it even though i only payed 13€ for the game and season pass.

    The AI is a complete Mess. Drifting seems really unfinished since it barely works. This game simply doesnt know if its a simulation or a arcade Racer. Game just been a horrible experience for me even though i only payed 13€ euros for it. The graphic is pretty    Got myself this week to buy Driveclub and i totally regret it even though i only payed 13€ for the game and season pass.

    The AI is a complete Mess. Drifting seems really unfinished since it barely works. This game simply doesnt know if its a simulation or a arcade Racer.

    Game just been a horrible experience for me even though i only payed 13€ euros for it.

    The graphic is pretty nice though so one point for that. ;)    … Expand
  30. Munkey
    Mar 22, 2015
    3
    This game is a joke. Three modes of racing?! Multiplayer that disconects all the time and that poor selection of cars and customization. Tracks are generic without something special. Game looks nice but to buy this at full price you must be crazy. Graphics are a big positive but thats it. This game lacks any substance.
    Don't buy. Maybe if you're a race game freak then you could try it but    This game is a joke. Three modes of racing?! Multiplayer that disconects all the time and that poor selection of cars and customization. Tracks are generic without something special. Game looks nice but to buy this at full price you must be crazy. Graphics are a big positive but thats it. This game lacks any substance.
    Don't buy. Maybe if you're a race game freak then you could try it but for every one else it's a skip.
    It's a three out of ten.    … Expand
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#85 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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#18 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2014

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 85 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 85
  2. Mixed: 38 out of 85
  3. Negative: 1 out of 85
  1. Brash Games
    Mar 4, 2016
    90
    Driveclub is a must-have for any PS4 racing fan. It’s ideal for anyone who enjoys a good arcade racer. It’s challenging, but teaches you how to overcome every single one. Because of this, Driveclub is far more rewarding than its peers. This coupled with fantastic graphical fidelity, impressive sound design, and adrenaline-inducing sense of speed makes Driveclub one of the best racing games available on current-gen systems.
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  2. Games Master UK
    Dec 21, 2014
    80
    When you're on the track Driveclub is stunning to behold, but it's held back by a lack of event types. [Christmas 2014, p.74]
  3. CD-Action
    Dec 13, 2014
    70
    The sense of speed offered by Driveclub reminded me of the brilliant first GRID and I was having a lot of fun until I realized that cars are indestructible. Whether you stroke a wooden fence or smash into another vehicle at 300 km/h your car drives exactly the same afterwards. [Dec 2014, p.66]
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