Driveclub

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Oct 7, 2014
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  1. Gamer44
    Jan 12, 2015
    10
    When I first reviewed Driceclub I gave it a 3 due to the many flaws and bugs within the game. But after Evolution Studios continued to update the game I can happily say I now enjoy Driveclub this is one of the best racers I have played in years. The graphics is stunning and the detail Inside and outside is incredible you can truly see the great work evolution studio did in the graphicsWhen I first reviewed Driceclub I gave it a 3 due to the many flaws and bugs within the game. But after Evolution Studios continued to update the game I can happily say I now enjoy Driveclub this is one of the best racers I have played in years. The graphics is stunning and the detail Inside and outside is incredible you can truly see the great work evolution studio did in the graphics department.

    The car detail is just as impressive and I keep getting drawn back to stunning visuals in this game having played forza horizon 2 I can say with pride that Driveclub simply beats Forza Horizon 2 in the graphics and visuals department. there may not be as many cars but hey you won't mind the lack of cars because you will enjoy the driving mechanics of the game and yes the controls is amazing.

    The game finally feels complete and polished and I'm looking forward to playing Driveclub for many hours this is truly one amazing racing experience    … Expand
  2. Rubber_Ducky
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    If you like plain and simple racing then this is for you. There is no fuss or messing around, just get straight in and race solo or create your own club with friends and challenge each other or the world. The gameplay and A.I are solid, the handling is a good mix of sim/arcade and the graphics are the best in town. I can't wait to download the weather system update, it already looks incredible.
  3. crack-king
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Wow, what a handling! It reminds me of good old PGR times and the handling feels just right! The same goes for the graphics and the sound. Especially the sound is amazingly good!

    Only letdown: No private lobbies :( But they will add them with a patch
  4. cjdello
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Great arcade racer reminiscent of PGR that achieves everything it sets out to do while looking beautiful at the same time. One of few racing games that gives you a real sense of speed while playing.
  5. Callmebobby
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Don't listen to the negative user reviews like from that **** adrenilinmatt. Just xbox fan boy trolls trying to get their worthless 2 cents in. Game is great, graphics are fantastic and it's just an overall well done racing game.
  6. brainmatter28
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Driveclub is perhaps the most fun I've had in a racing game in years. The fast-paced racing that amplifies as you upgrade from vehicle to vehicle will get even the most lifeless person's adrenaline pumping. The graphics are absolutely breathtaking alongside the topnotch sound quality inducing an hyperactive sense of immersion that can not be felt by merely watching gameplay alone butDriveclub is perhaps the most fun I've had in a racing game in years. The fast-paced racing that amplifies as you upgrade from vehicle to vehicle will get even the most lifeless person's adrenaline pumping. The graphics are absolutely breathtaking alongside the topnotch sound quality inducing an hyperactive sense of immersion that can not be felt by merely watching gameplay alone but actually playing yourself. It provides the realistic graphics of a sim and combines it with the addictive and enjoyable gameplay of a solid arcade racer. The multiplayer is the driving focus of the game but theere is tons of fun to be had in the tour and challenge modes. Since the game is so socially driven, you are never actually feeling alone even away from your club thanks to neat time and performance challenges set by other players that pop up at certain points during the games tour mode. Just give the free PS+ version a shot and you will see what I am talking about, and then buy this awesome game. 10/10… Expand
  7. xDeniz
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Free for PSN+ users? Awesome, I can play with all of my friends without asking them to buy it. I will spend a lot of hours without spending any extra money.
  8. kashirin546
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Driveclub is a beautiful racing simulator that values the art and science of the race over the drama and theatrics that often make racing so appealing. While the game lacks in certain areas, namely in their complete lack of real collision dynamics, the overall racing experience is one of sublime enjoyment.
  9. Plain_Sight_Doc
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    This game just released. From the first few hours I've had with it I am really impressed with the graphics and the more I play, the more I need to beat my friends times on the leaderboards. There are a lot of little details that come together to make this game shine. The cars feel like they have weight behind them and the handling models for each car is different but suitable to the car.This game just released. From the first few hours I've had with it I am really impressed with the graphics and the more I play, the more I need to beat my friends times on the leaderboards. There are a lot of little details that come together to make this game shine. The cars feel like they have weight behind them and the handling models for each car is different but suitable to the car. The cockpit view is stellar and all of the social aspects that integrate leaderboards and challenges is quite nice for competitive players. This game brings me back to PGR which was a great game in its own right.

    Driveclub seems to capture what some more sterile racing games haven't, the social aspect. The graphics are incredible. There are some flaws though. There are only 51 cars which isn't many. The car selection is great though from street cars to supers. There are no official tracks from the real world but locals are quite vibrant, detailed and interesting enough. I give this game an 8/10 because it was really hyped up and was delayed. It really should have been available at launch but this game rivals Forza. Forza is more realistic but this game is more fun.    … Expand
  10. wheelzr
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    The graphics alone make this game worthy of a purchase. Absolute eye candy. The lighting effects are on a new level I've never seen in games before. The sound is also better quality than I've heard on previous generation consoles.

    The different views for the cars are another major highlight. There's 6 of them .Each one has a proper use. The in car views are hands down best views I've    The graphics alone make this game worthy of a purchase. Absolute eye candy. The lighting effects are on a new level I've never seen in games before. The sound is also better quality than I've heard on previous generation consoles.

    The different views for the cars are another major highlight. There's 6 of them .Each one has a proper use. The in car views are hands down best views I've ever used.

    While there are no real world tracks, the tracks they've made are among the best layouts I've played. There's also a few that get too twisty for their own good.....the AI is not afraid to run you over.

    This game should have instant replay. That's a major detraction. I also wish there was a way to assign paint to a single car instead of 4 paints to apply to all cars.    … Expand
  11. f50liv_manawi
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This is one of the best racing games Ive ever played. Excellent visuals, rigid driving model, tons of fun in multiplayer, innovative social features. What else do you need? It's all here.
  12. simon7109
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Best racing game so far.
    It is beautiful. The day/night cycle is just excelent, at night the shadows when your lights illuminates other cars, when the sun rises or sets. It is the best looking racing game in history. The landscape is feels so real, almost like you are really there. The races are exciting, the AI is agressive and really makes your work hard. There is no easy race in the    Best racing game so far.
    It is beautiful. The day/night cycle is just excelent, at night the shadows when your lights illuminates other cars, when the sun rises or sets. It is the best looking racing game in history. The landscape is feels so real, almost like you are really there. The races are exciting, the AI is agressive and really makes your work hard. There is no easy race in the game, every race is a challange. You can't just overtake everyone in the first corner, you need to fight for every place. It is like you are playing against other players. Mentioning other players, the game is fully social. You can challange other players and you can beat other players records at any time in a race. They appear randomly so even if you can't finnish first, you can beat someone so your race is not useless.
    I gave the game 10 points just because of the Xbox fanboys who gave 0's, the game is a very strong 9/10.    … Expand
  13. akbizzy
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    this is my most enjoyable racing game & I don't like racing games at all.The gfx are insanely good and photo realistic.& the fact that it's free is major thing.Try it out,u won't lose anything
  14. Lortsamler
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    The best graphic i have ever seen in a racing game,the cars feels good,and handles well. The carsound is incredible. If you only like simulators,this is not the game for you,but if you like arcade,this game is as close to perfect,that you can get :)
  15. hypeknot
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    I've never really been a driving game fan, but this game makes me wonder if i've been missing something all these years. Visually it's breathtaking, I honestly have never seen any game, driving or not, that looks this good. Quite amazing. The gameplay is very rewarding and moreish, I picked it up and intended to play it for 10 minutes or so (it's my brother's game) and that was 3 hoursI've never really been a driving game fan, but this game makes me wonder if i've been missing something all these years. Visually it's breathtaking, I honestly have never seen any game, driving or not, that looks this good. Quite amazing. The gameplay is very rewarding and moreish, I picked it up and intended to play it for 10 minutes or so (it's my brother's game) and that was 3 hours ago, I have just stopped to take a break. If I was to criticize it at all I would say that the online game mode needs some extra features, but i'm sure that will come in time.… Expand
  16. strongtaavi
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Graphics of the game is what makes it appealing mostly. The driving is actually pretty responsive and the handling for each car is different which makes the game actually fun when unlocking new cars. Wish it was open world but its track offer different styles of play whether you want to speed up on straight aways or test your turning skills.
  17. Titto530
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    If your a fan of old classic drift racers like Ridge Racer (when it was good) Metropolis Street Racer and Project Gotham Racing then get ready for a blast from the past with DriveClub! A common misconception it that DC is a sim, probably because of it's beautiful realistic visuals when in fact it's a drift style arcade racer with bonus points given for racing without running into otherIf your a fan of old classic drift racers like Ridge Racer (when it was good) Metropolis Street Racer and Project Gotham Racing then get ready for a blast from the past with DriveClub! A common misconception it that DC is a sim, probably because of it's beautiful realistic visuals when in fact it's a drift style arcade racer with bonus points given for racing without running into other racers, hitting walls, cornering well (Think PGR Kudos system). If you arn't into drift type racing games you'll want to pick cars with low drift capabilities. That's just means that they will grip the road better and you won't have to slide into turns so much (think Ridge Racers Drift cars vs Grip cars) As of this writing the games online feature wasn't available but unless they really drop the ball with online I don't see why did wouldn't add to the replayability in spades. Any fanboys who want to rip on this game is kind of funny because if this was called PGR 5 (exclusive) for Xbox one they would be universally praising it as a great alternative for people who don't care for Forza Horizons 2 ( another great game) Open world racing. It's a shame that the weather and photo mode will be patched in later but at least it's free, this is a solid new IP who's extra year of development was well spent. Solid 8/10… Expand
  18. llDylanCRll
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Conducción Excelente, un gran trabajo por parte de Sony, probablemente uno de los mejores juegos de autos que he podido probar,con las actualizaciones sera aún mejor
  19. therealnillian
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Excellent game, game of the year! The graphics are simply stunning and i like all the social aspect of the game aswell. This game is a must buy for any ps4 owner
  20. bryank75
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    A stunning game without parallel, if FH2 was on PS4 itb would get steamrolled by this superior racer. Its a shame this game has been targeted by xbox fools who have nothing better to do because they baught a piece of **** This has been the most coordinated and sustained attack on a videogame I have ever seen and is a testament to how microsoft has poisoned the gaming industry.
  21. Kllaj500
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Great game, its addicting and will have you playimg tryimg to beat records. The graphics are gorgeous, the tracks are great. This game is worth it. If you are a fan of cars you get to race todayas most exotic cars, this is the game for you.
  22. Drlove2k3
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Just bought a PS4 last week, and Driveclub today, if you're a racing fan make sure to get this, it wont disappoint!
    I'm enjoying it very much, and the graphical detail in this game is absolutely unbelievable, this has to be the best looking game ever made.
    I would be very angry if I didn't own a PS4 and only a Xboxone of PC and I weren't able to try this out.
  23. velvetmeds
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Pefect sound design, graphics, car handling, social/online features with great replay value... It is the spiritual successor of PGR, the IP that sadly MS ditched in favor of the much inferior Forza. Now that gap is filled by Drivclub.
  24. MercenaryofHate
    Sep 19, 2017
    8
    From the beginning to the end Driveclub is about one thing and one thing only racing. Sure there are challenges and speed trials but these are just side objectives so you can earn more fame and money. Driveclub is a true to it's name racer no powerups, open world areas or cops to get in the way. Driveclub is a professional racing game but not a racing simulator. Driveclub is a goodFrom the beginning to the end Driveclub is about one thing and one thing only racing. Sure there are challenges and speed trials but these are just side objectives so you can earn more fame and money. Driveclub is a true to it's name racer no powerups, open world areas or cops to get in the way. Driveclub is a professional racing game but not a racing simulator. Driveclub is a good experience either way if you love cars and the thrill of racing like I do. Driveclub isn't perfect though it has it's fair share of issues such as aggressive AI (sometimes) and confusing tracks, but the graphics and sound effects are perfect and well implemented. Driveclub is a good game for racing fans chances are if you enjoy games like the Crew this game will feel more complex but familial. If you are into action packed highway battles then turn away! This game is not for you! I guess I am the rare breed of gamer who can respect Need For Speed's action packed gameplay as well as Driveclubs realistic gameplay and races. The music in the main menu are exhilarating and get me in the mood to race. Driveclub also has a good leveling system while based on how you drive you earn fame that will go to you leveling up and unlocking more vehicles and challenges. Driveclub is a cup of tea that's not for everyone the hardcore racing fans might be turned of by lacking features and easier gameplay compared to the bigger titles out there. While as the arcade racing fans might be turned of by a lack of excitement and nitrous. Casual gamer may simply find the game to boring to play. I say it is a good game to pick up and play because it is as close to a racer you will get without having to buy a simulator and the complex and expensive equipment needed to play with said game. Driveclub can get difficult at times but the game can be learned by almost anyone if just a few games. That does not mean necessarily that Driveclub is a bad game but it is a unique experience.… Expand
  25. Rustaman
    Jul 9, 2017
    10
    Unfortunately the release version of the game was far from ideal, but after months of hard work the game changed in all aspects! Graphically, the game is at the highest and yet still unattainable for racing games!
  26. Ryknow
    Nov 8, 2017
    10
    I bought this game in 2017, I am delighted with everything, I'm disappointed by the fact that the team of creators was dissolved .... The graphics that was created for years ahead, an amazing fleet of vehicles, unmatched weather effects, one and the most powerful races I played in, he won my heart, when I play it, I enjoy this fight in full. thanks to the creator and low bow
  27. hushthemyth101
    Feb 27, 2018
    10
    This game still looks and drives better than all the other racers!! Make sure to get the season pass to get all DLC!!!
  28. Stokholm551
    Jun 10, 2019
    8
    It's one of the best driving games I have played in a long time. It's very well balanced, it's not too "Arcady" bit just the right amount. I would compare the driving style with Forza. The reason why it only get an 8 on the ratings is because they charge extra for a lot of the cars in the game. Speaking of cars I think the game in general just need some more cars.
  29. Cruise
    Jan 5, 2020
    10
    Favourite racer of the decade, Visually stunning
    Challenging with multitasking shoved in through the player stat challenges. Every track is a boss fight, every vehicle your stead to be tamed.
  30. DzmitryBoston
    Oct 17, 2021
    8
    Such a beautiful gave even considering the release date. I just wish I started it earlier, most likely I missed tons of features.
  31. Iwanttodie123
    Jul 10, 2020
    8
    This game is good, not the best but it gad potential to be a forza killer, it has amazing graphics and amazing sounds, but it has some remarkable flaws like the lack of content at launch, repetitive events, and a lot of paying dlcs, with the season pass is other story a lot a content too bad is now shut down by sony:(
  32. br00m
    Dec 21, 2020
    9
    Still one of the best sounding and great looking racing game. Very sad that SONY decided to close this series
  33. Smithy_VonKarma
    Sep 12, 2021
    9
    Best racing game experience (once you have all the season pass content) since GT4.
  34. OBEDFER11
    Apr 6, 2015
    10
    Very good game, a game that is underrated, great graphics with fantastic physics. I have it and its very entertaining very challenging game. A game with very good cars, and places to race.
  35. Awman
    May 9, 2015
    10
    Despite its chaotic development, this is the most underrated game ever (especially sicne last update with weather etc.)
    The game is incridibely beautiful (much more than any other racing game, pcars look old gen compare to it), it's fun, car selection is good, weather is STUNNING!
    Hope they'll make a second driveclub (with maybe also some cities tracks). My favorite racing game so    Despite its chaotic development, this is the most underrated game ever (especially sicne last update with weather etc.)
    The game is incridibely beautiful (much more than any other racing game, pcars look old gen compare to it), it's fun, car selection is good, weather is STUNNING!

    Hope they'll make a second driveclub (with maybe also some cities tracks).

    My favorite racing game so far (and i've played racing games on every cosnoles since the first atari)    … Expand
  36. JoshLuck1995
    Dec 6, 2014
    8
    Now the server issues have been mostly resolved the game can now show us what its really about, and that is thats a very pretty game that has a good idea behind it but somewhat fails to deliver the messege 8//10
  37. kraster
    Mar 12, 2015
    10
    Driveclub is a different game now to what it was for the first few months so the reviews do not really represent the whole experience as it exists now. There are many more tracks and cars, online play is stable (with a few hiccups here and there), challenges work, the weather system has been implemented and the gameplay has been tweaked in response to people's requests. e.g.Corner andDriveclub is a different game now to what it was for the first few months so the reviews do not really represent the whole experience as it exists now. There are many more tracks and cars, online play is stable (with a few hiccups here and there), challenges work, the weather system has been implemented and the gameplay has been tweaked in response to people's requests. e.g.Corner and collision penalties are not as severe as they were at launch.
    All in all it is a great package with benchmark setting visuals, amazing sound, a tight driving model, varied tracks and locations and a wide range of cars which handle very differently.
    It's an awesome game.    … Expand
  38. frankgames
    Mar 11, 2015
    8
    This game is way better than I expected. I don’t usually play/like racing games but this is a decent one. The only thing that I really disappoint me in this game is that the dynamic weather is not available in the tour or the free DLC tours. That makes me wonder if I should get the season pass, because the weather is stunning when you race, but the cost of the season pass is half the priceThis game is way better than I expected. I don’t usually play/like racing games but this is a decent one. The only thing that I really disappoint me in this game is that the dynamic weather is not available in the tour or the free DLC tours. That makes me wonder if I should get the season pass, because the weather is stunning when you race, but the cost of the season pass is half the price of the game.
    Strengths:
    - The graphics
    - Easy to pick up but hard to master
    - The variety of tracks
    - Free cars and DLC
    - A good progression system

    Weaknesses:
    - DLC (too pricey)
    - No dynamic weather in the tours without paying
    - The clubs, I feel that I barely did anything for my club, and yet I got so many new cars because of the other club members. (I have 2 million points, and my club 30 millions, only 3 members…)    … Expand
  39. bosconian87
    Dec 14, 2014
    8
    My first experience of Driveclub was only three weeks ago, and after the initial stories of a game woefully unfinished, disgruntled gamers trading it back early and warnings that it really was not very good at all, I couldn't help but wander what I had let myself in for?

    Well, thankfully, these fears were all unfounded, and I will come back to them I promise. Driveclub is the latest    My first experience of Driveclub was only three weeks ago, and after the initial stories of a game woefully unfinished, disgruntled gamers trading it back early and warnings that it really was not very good at all, I couldn't help but wander what I had let myself in for?

    Well, thankfully, these fears were all unfounded, and I will come back to them I promise. Driveclub is the latest title from Evolution, the people who gave us the wonderful chaos of Motorstorm and the sequel, Apocalypse. Both of those titles still stand out not only to myself, but anyone who wanted something different from their racers.

    Starting off, I have to go to the presentation. Menus are clean and fast, you really don't get lost anywhere, and this is a major plus. Perhaps in some of the more complex gameplay options they can be a little limiting, but for the most part they're designed so that you can go back to the most important part (the racing!!) as soon as.

    Graphically, the game is probably the best-looking racer out there (certainly it is the best looking racer I've ever seen) - at any point in the game there are endless racers hammering it around the track, complex textures on cars and the track, with sublime lighting - and it doesn't ever jitter ONCE. If you wanted one graphical reference title for our PS4, something to make your friends jealous, make it this one.

    The sound is disappointing though, and perhaps made all the more disappointing by the wonderful graphics. The engines sound meaty, and the sound effects are good, but there isn't anything that involves you. If you doubt my opinion in any way, go and play Need For Speed Shift on either the PS3 or XBOX 360, and drive the Ford Escort Cosworth - THAT is WHAT a racing game should sound like!! The music is okay, but its not there really for incident, and is just as part of the presentation, to fill in a necessary space, and immediately forgettable.

    So onto the gameplay then - Driveclub's car feel is odd, and the somewhat chunky handling that merges just a little arcade with a good portion of sim (similar to Need for Speed Pro Street) really does take a while to get the hang of, but once you're there, then the really annoying nature of some of the tracks (designed to really involve might I add!!) changes to compulsion to master them, to beautiful effect. Its to the games benefit that it plays differently from say Codemaster's GRID series, and in kind of a way the game feels influenced from say Sega and Namco's later racers, in that they concentrated on the one pure thing, and avoided the gimmicks. There is no upgrading cars as such, the main meat of the game is purely on the racing, and later the social ascent of the racing. In a way, Evolution should be congratulated - this game cannot compare to the Gran Turismo's and the Forza's of this world and if you did, you'd be missing the point entirely. This is a racer not only built for veterans, but for newcomers after a change too.

    Of the modes in the game then, it has to be said that the campaign mode is woefully short, so thankfully the online modes (now fully working by the way may I add) compensate, and also prove remarkably involving, but with one major stumbling block - to actually play an online race you require a PSN+ subscription, which I think quite honestly is a bit of a con. This game for the most part costs £50 on average, and the campaign's short length eventually forces you to try the game online for some racing, and then you have to pay - what gives? Still, provided you pay, the online stuff is now solid and really unmissable.

    For my gripes though, I have to give massive kudos to Evolution for their constant updates on the game (the weather patch, released last week, really makes for some stunning racing through harsh weather!!), and releasing a lot of the early game packs for free as an apology for all the early issues is a good deed.

    Overall, Driveclub is by no means the the ultimate driving game, and if you look at the separate components, then you're going to question whether this is worth playing. However, if you look past the flaws, and play it for what it is, and enjoy it the way its meant to be enjoyed, then you are going to have a lot of fun.

    A different and slightly flawed racer, but all the better because it is different.    … Expand
  40. thanasis987
    Mar 9, 2015
    10
    This game is excellent.Despite the problems that the game faced at its launch,Evolution Studios managed to improve the game by means of updates and this game is for now the best racing game exclusively on ps4.The most important add to this games is the dynamic weather and the servers are also on a good situation.I hope that Evolution Studios will continue hard work and i'm sure thatThis game is excellent.Despite the problems that the game faced at its launch,Evolution Studios managed to improve the game by means of updates and this game is for now the best racing game exclusively on ps4.The most important add to this games is the dynamic weather and the servers are also on a good situation.I hope that Evolution Studios will continue hard work and i'm sure that Evolution Studios and Sony will launch the Ps+ Plus edition.… Expand
  41. KevinHeryanto
    Mar 13, 2015
    9
    all the bugs has been fixed.
    multiplayer working flawlessly now.
    and the game is improving every day.
    also its a very fun game now, i love it so much.
    Also (again) the season pass is worth every cents.
    9.4/10
  42. Gamitron
    Nov 13, 2014
    10
    Cars are great and the physic is really accurate. Light, tracks and cars are next gen.
    Races are not easy due to weather's conditions.
    Online must be fixed and we need more tracks but it's a great game.
  43. ferrethead81
    Jan 3, 2015
    10
    At first I thought the game was great. Then it got really really hard. Then I thought it was crap, but persevered. Then I got really good suddenly (must drive manual with a loud surround system)......

    ....then it became awesome

    .......then it became an obsession.
  44. Ghostryu
    Oct 8, 2014
    8
    I will start by saying I own both a Xbox One and a PS4 because I want the best of both worlds. I love Forza and played the Demo of Forza Horizon 2 and was blown away by the graphics. I am not a huge open world racing fan so despite how amazing it looked and played it just didn't really interest me. I have played iRacing for years and am looking forward to project cars.

    This game had me    I will start by saying I own both a Xbox One and a PS4 because I want the best of both worlds. I love Forza and played the Demo of Forza Horizon 2 and was blown away by the graphics. I am not a huge open world racing fan so despite how amazing it looked and played it just didn't really interest me. I have played iRacing for years and am looking forward to project cars.

    This game had me sick in the stomach when I loaded it up. Nothing felt quite right it seemed old in the way it looked and handled and coming from Forza alone it seemed like a bridge too far. But I gave it some more time. Changed the TV I was playing on and adjusted some settings and all of a sudden I was blown away. I don't think I have seen the kind of lighting and shadow effects used on a console racer before, that this game offers. The tracks are beautiful and the handling is akin to PGR which was one of my all time favourite racing games. The car list seems bleak in comparison to so many of today's racers but somehow as you dig deeper it doesn't feel like 50 cars is a limitation. Because you have to drive the cars as they are it becomes a game of skill as all things are equal, which was a huge positive back in the PGR games and never ever seemed like a hindrance then.

    Since PGR so many racing games have become bloated and somehow confused the driving experience with so many mechanical possibilities you get lost in doing cars up rather than enjoying driving them. This game takes you back to driving. Driving cars that are for most of us an unobtainable wish. Driving them on tracks that leave you breathless. I am glad I gave the game a chance because in a genre that is flooded with games that are all about upgrades and modifications this is all about driving. It isn't a simulation and it isn't an arcade racer. It is somewhere in between that allows you to enjoy yourself and if you really want to you can challenge yourself almost endlessly across the different locations.

    I have one gripe about the game thus far and that is the sound quality. It is beyond an annoyance. It is almost akin to watching a movie that is ever so slightly out of sync with the audio and you find yourself watching the lips of the actors instead of watching the movie. The sound is mundane and should be rectified it has no place alongside the calibre of visuals this game offers and is an insult to both the game and to the consumers who purchase the game.

    I have not played the game online as at the time of writing the servers were down which is pretty poor for release. This has not had an impact on my view of the game as I enjoy racing games for the challenge of driving against the clock rather than people.

    I hope this helps people who are looking for an honest opinion about the game and what to expect. It isn't a masterpiece by any means and can be very clinical and almost cold and lonely at times but for me I have found that giving it the time has paid off and I can look past the flaws and enjoy the game for what it is.

    Does it deserve a 10/10 not by any means that would be utterly ridiculous considering the type of game and the fact that it doesn't really bring anything new. Is it a 4 or 5/10 not by a mile as if it is measured against racing games rather than games in general it does what it is meant to well enough. I think in reality a score of 7/10 would be the most accurate but my personal opinion based on my love for racing games pushes that to an 8/10 personally.

    Giving a game like this is a 0/10 is simply unfair and childish. Regardless of whether you like a game or not at least judge it on its merits.    … Expand
  45. glypheye
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Driveclub may not have to longevity appeal of a racer such as...say....NFS Shift 2...in that it just doesn't have the depth of sophistication in terms of tweak-able elements.....but it looks so jaw-droppingly gorgeous and sounds so wonderful that, at least in the beginning, its keeping me smiling. I can see the game pulling maybe 30 hour of attention out me.....and that's plenty for me toDriveclub may not have to longevity appeal of a racer such as...say....NFS Shift 2...in that it just doesn't have the depth of sophistication in terms of tweak-able elements.....but it looks so jaw-droppingly gorgeous and sounds so wonderful that, at least in the beginning, its keeping me smiling. I can see the game pulling maybe 30 hour of attention out me.....and that's plenty for me to value the price of admission… Expand
  46. Blueskymotion
    Dec 26, 2014
    10
    Driveclub deserve way more then just 5.5 points (that's why I give it 10 points otherwise I would give 8.5 - 9)... the Server issues the game had at the beginning was for sure a disaster but the game itself delivers outstanding racing experience and it gets better from month to month. I just bought a steering wheel and I honestly can't stop racing. Driveclub's new weather system addsDriveclub deserve way more then just 5.5 points (that's why I give it 10 points otherwise I would give 8.5 - 9)... the Server issues the game had at the beginning was for sure a disaster but the game itself delivers outstanding racing experience and it gets better from month to month. I just bought a steering wheel and I honestly can't stop racing. Driveclub's new weather system adds extremely well done realism into the the experience and any other game out looks outdated compared to it. But Driveclub has a lot to catch up on the social aspect of racing - I am not getting into it but expect the game to improve and grow...… Expand
  47. hobieone
    Sep 16, 2015
    10
    this is one game if players played at its releases or shortly after. they need to try it again. this game as I'm[roved over the year and is hands down one of the best racing games on the market despite its rocky start. the devs really came thru and corrected all the bugs and glitches and have improved the game. and they are still adding cars and new track and the new sprint mode. thisthis is one game if players played at its releases or shortly after. they need to try it again. this game as I'm[roved over the year and is hands down one of the best racing games on the market despite its rocky start. the devs really came thru and corrected all the bugs and glitches and have improved the game. and they are still adding cars and new track and the new sprint mode. this is one game where if it were re reviewed it would get top ratings… Expand
  48. Mulletino
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    Not everyone wants to drive through an open world just to get to the start of a race, or adjust every nut and bolt on every car ever made, especially those with limited gaming time. For those, Arcade Racers (like Sega Rally and Daytona) are champions and massively fun.

    I see Drive Club as the successor to those, you pick a race, you're taken to the start, you race, you finish. In    Not everyone wants to drive through an open world just to get to the start of a race, or adjust every nut and bolt on every car ever made, especially those with limited gaming time. For those, Arcade Racers (like Sega Rally and Daytona) are champions and massively fun.

    I see Drive Club as the successor to those, you pick a race, you're taken to the start, you race, you finish. In between there are challenges like drift/speed etc to add that competitive social edge. Job Done but with a mighty purty mouth to boot.

    The handling is spot on and you feel like you're on the road, not gliding or pivoting, also Motion Control works amazingly well. It's so nice to see this feature being used again as for me, it negates the need to use a wheel.

    The PS+ version limits you to the India Tracks only and a handful of cars, but it delivers 100% of the fun.

    Give it a go, even if only to decide if you need to spend money to see the rest.    … Expand
  49. tutesh
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Really one of the best graphics i have ever seen and also gameplay is very well. Drive dynamics feel like beyond arcade but not simulation. Just need more cars and events...
  50. GABRIEL1030
    Oct 21, 2014
    8
    AVOID THIS GAME IS SCAM

    Driveclub is a weak game, incomplete, with not servers. A shame for 60 bucks !

    Presentation 4/10
    Graphics 7/10
    Music 5/10
    Gameplay 7/10
    Online 0/10
  51. djjinx1
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    DC is a very competent racer, lacking in a way in variety, but if you love track racers, PGR et al, you will LOVE Driveclub. Must applaude Evo for the Free DLC tracks as well BRAVO!!
  52. Sal210
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    I am very impressed with the game. The blending of some arcade elements with sim elements make it one of the most unique games I've played in a long time. Don't listen to the trolls. This game is worth it.
  53. Eye_of_Apollo
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    This game is an easy 9/10. If you are looking for an openworld..you didn't do you research on this game. If you got it free on PS+..why would you give it a negative review when it was free? IMO, This game looks amazing and feels amazing. If you like 3rd person view/behind the car. You will hate it. It goes for the real feel of a Cockpit. Go into that view game is hell of alot easier andThis game is an easy 9/10. If you are looking for an openworld..you didn't do you research on this game. If you got it free on PS+..why would you give it a negative review when it was free? IMO, This game looks amazing and feels amazing. If you like 3rd person view/behind the car. You will hate it. It goes for the real feel of a Cockpit. Go into that view game is hell of alot easier and more fun. The Graphics are great. The amount of cars are nice because you actually get to use all of them, unlike Forza and GT. Overall The game is great and it just feels soooo right!… Expand
  54. Felix207
    Oct 8, 2014
    8
    7-8 out of 10 feels right. It's an action game with cars - as soon as I dropped my expectations of something in the league of Gran Turismo or Forza I started having fun. It's fast and fluid, and the gorgeous graphics with their dynamically changing lighting are awesome. The handling takes some getting used to, but then it just clicks and works well. Sounds are great, too.

    There are    7-8 out of 10 feels right. It's an action game with cars - as soon as I dropped my expectations of something in the league of Gran Turismo or Forza I started having fun. It's fast and fluid, and the gorgeous graphics with their dynamically changing lighting are awesome. The handling takes some getting used to, but then it just clicks and works well. Sounds are great, too.

    There are things missing, though. No replay, no photomode (both to be patched in later), no showroom for your cars, limited car selection, tracks feeling a bit same-ish. Very little in terms of personality.

    Concerning the pro reviews: Seems like some reviewers are staying on the surface - GiantBomb e.g. complained about there only being one colour for the cars (the "factory" setting). That is not the case, but the paint options are buried in the menus - you need to actively look for them.

    So, with more cars coming, more features coming and maybe a new setting or two, there is potential for more than a 7 or 8 - if you like arcade racers. Right now, it's a bit short on features.    … Expand
  55. endresults
    Oct 11, 2014
    8
    Even in its current form Driveclub is a good driving game. Load times aren't mentioned much, but they are FAST in Driveclub. This surprised me, given the focus on graphics which tends to make loading times skyrocket. Graphics are great of course, but it's a double-edged sword. You can look, but you don't get to take screenshots or watch replays in-game; you have to use the slower PS4 shareEven in its current form Driveclub is a good driving game. Load times aren't mentioned much, but they are FAST in Driveclub. This surprised me, given the focus on graphics which tends to make loading times skyrocket. Graphics are great of course, but it's a double-edged sword. You can look, but you don't get to take screenshots or watch replays in-game; you have to use the slower PS4 share stuff for that, which is not how things should be.

    The AI is stupid in a human way. It will hold the line like their car will explode if they stray from it, but they will also harass you if you're in their line and will aggressively pass you up if you're not at speed. You may lose magical fame points this way, but fame points are unimportant on a per-race basis unless you're in a drift challenge. I know i'm taking a turn too slow when the AI wrecks me with prejudice from behind. Getting 1st in events is actually a challenge, which is refreshing. Predictably, once you learn the tracks the aggressive AI is less of an issue since you're (hopefully) not holding them back anymore.

    The online is broken right now. I paid $50, so it irritates me, but not much. The leaderboards don't matter and the only real drawback for me is I can't unlock the club cars just yet. I'm still sold on the potential of the game based on what I've seen so far, and dinking around with the singleplayer events is entertaining enough to keep me interested for now.    … Expand
  56. Bonyview
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    I've spent two days playing it now and honestly i'm loving it. This is exactly the sort of racing game i've been wanting for ages. Seems most racers these days are obsessed with open-world environments which just leave me cold. And then there's the menu - simple and exactly what you want - no waiting for 'innovative' media rich menus to load up which only serve as an extra delay in gettingI've spent two days playing it now and honestly i'm loving it. This is exactly the sort of racing game i've been wanting for ages. Seems most racers these days are obsessed with open-world environments which just leave me cold. And then there's the menu - simple and exactly what you want - no waiting for 'innovative' media rich menus to load up which only serve as an extra delay in getting you where you want to be - in a race. How else could those gorgeous tracks load up in just 12 seconds?
    The AI can be a bit brutish at times - but then it's more predictable than playing against randoms who ricochet around the track, and recovering from a nasty 'shunt' can feel really quite good. Anyway, it's something which can easily be tweaked if necessary, along with the connecivity issues which will inevitably be ironed out.
    Gorgeous visuals, easily accessible handling with room to improve your driving technique as you progress, a thrilling sense of speed, oodles of content (52 tour events, over 160 single events (time trials, race and drift plus more on the way), but above all fun to play.
    I could have scored it 8 for now, but i know the fixes are coming and taking into consideration the upcoming photo mode, replays and incredible looking weather system, i know it's going to be closer to perfection at that point.
    I also predict that many will want to upgrade to the full version once they have had a chance to try the plus version for themselves.    … Expand
  57. jlinplayer
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    It is such a great game!

    The graphics look stunning on the playstation 4 console, and both the cars and the landscapes looks amazing. The cars feels much better to drive, compared to any other driving game i have tried (and have tried almost everyone) ---

    Really worth trying if you even consider buying this great game !
  58. vicbrusal
    Nov 18, 2014
    8
    Driveclub may suffer from severe and constant connection problems, but apart from that, Driveclub is a great racing game that mixes Simulation and Arcade types very well, being suitable for both casual and hardcore players. Even though it doesn't bring anything new to racing games, it's really fun to play and the graphics are great. It has everything to be the best new-gen racing game of 2014.
  59. e227451
    Mar 19, 2015
    9
    this review is for ghost chasers.

    having crappy rural internet, i was unable to experience the online tragedy that many negative reviewers describe here. purely a solo experience for me. and because i played the game solo from the beginning, i was able to appreciate something that seems to have gone underrated or unaddressed, viz. the high caliber of self competition available to    this review is for ghost chasers.

    having crappy rural internet, i was unable to experience the online tragedy that many negative reviewers describe here. purely a solo experience for me. and because i played the game solo from the beginning, i was able to appreciate something that seems to have gone underrated or unaddressed, viz. the high caliber of self competition available to time-trial enthusiasts.

    racing games are all very different. i have long since lost trust in the idea that what i am controlling feels like the real thing. but driveclub feels good. feels like im throwing a giant piece of metal along the asphalt at some ludicrous speed. then i get better at it, and am satisfied. the game facilitates this.

    many are slamming the difficulty, but this bar is set by the player. i have never had more fun playing a racing game when i am trying to break some ridiculously low threshold on my lap / track times in driveculb. and the time i spend in this game is NOT in the tour modes, because getting gold stars just doesn't do that much for me. finding the right racing line does. not for hours at a time, but as a relaxation tool (usually listening to some new music while i play - ingame music is, ahhh, repetitive).

    if you currently own, and are whiny about, this game, i recommend turning off the minimap, setting the event crowd size to none (removes turn warning flags), changing the gear type to manual, and seeing how well you can do against yourself. you just might find some combo of track and car that satisfies in a big way, however subtly.

    so, ahm, yeah. rant done. go chase some ghosts ;p    … Expand
  60. Sun3030
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    This game is perfect! I'm a multiplat gamer and owner and I've played a couple other car/race next gen games on both the PS4 and the X1CB to include Forza Horizon 2. Dive Club blows them all away ...Drive Club makes the PS'forza killer! Lol love this game it's awesome everything about it is so well done.
  61. manwithnomortga
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Nothing wrong with this game.
    It does exactly what it says on the tin good fun arcade driving with the best graphics i have seen.
    Also do not forget the numerous updates you are going to get whether on the free or paid for version.
  62. Yurinka
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Best looking driving game ever, makes a great usage of social features with potential to provide challenges for a long period of time. It may feel a bit short of content, but in a couple of months or so it will receive a couple of things that will be very well appreciated, plus free cars and tracks for the coming months. It's a good idea to have the PS Plus version to increase theBest looking driving game ever, makes a great usage of social features with potential to provide challenges for a long period of time. It may feel a bit short of content, but in a couple of months or so it will receive a couple of things that will be very well appreciated, plus free cars and tracks for the coming months. It's a good idea to have the PS Plus version to increase the community and provide extra fun.… Expand
  63. subsided
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This game is awesome, don't listen to the sad sack Xbox Fanboys that give this game 0 (they're just jealous they haven't even got a game in the last 6 months and won't be getting any games for the first 6 months of 2015). This game is easily the best looking racing game ever made and is a delight to look at and play. The gameplay is highly refined and the scenery is gorgeous and while theThis game is awesome, don't listen to the sad sack Xbox Fanboys that give this game 0 (they're just jealous they haven't even got a game in the last 6 months and won't be getting any games for the first 6 months of 2015). This game is easily the best looking racing game ever made and is a delight to look at and play. The gameplay is highly refined and the scenery is gorgeous and while the car list isn't ridiculously massive it's still more than enough. Overall I'd call this the perfect racer, and a must buy if you own PS4(who doesn't?) and like racing games… Expand
  64. VanillaSky96
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Driveclub has been shown off ever since the debut announcement of the PlayStation 4, but does it live up to what was promised? Well as many complaints go they're along the lines of no customization (which was never promised of shown off so that was the fault of those who thought that), there's no weather that was promised (that will be in a future update that will be coming something nextDriveclub has been shown off ever since the debut announcement of the PlayStation 4, but does it live up to what was promised? Well as many complaints go they're along the lines of no customization (which was never promised of shown off so that was the fault of those who thought that), there's no weather that was promised (that will be in a future update that will be coming something next month), and how it's not FH2 (really? apples to oranges people. That's like saying Star Wars Rogue Squadron is identical to Battlefront 2). Anyways getting back on track (pun intended), this game offers everything that was promised and shown so if you're looking for something that wasn't shown, you best look elsewhere for a racing game.

    The driving and handling feels like somewhere between a sim and an arcade racer which is great for those that want a semi realistic yet fast paced racing game. The graphics are stunning and probably are the best on any next-gen console. However, some maps don't particularly look "stunning" during certain times of day where they might look ravishing at another time of day. This game really is all about the little details though. When I was driving in a race when the other cars went past some leaves on the ground they actually flew upwards and back. The headlights and taillights also are very impressive as they capture so much detail. The cars are arguably the best looking feature of this game but the environments are also gorgeous, especially around sunset. The AI in the offline mode is also very fascinating. In the Forza entries that I've played (Forza 3 & 4) the AI was very weak and the other drivers never seemed to be trying all too hard or they were psychotic at times. Here with Driveclub, the AI is very consistent yet unpredictable. Many times in a race I would find myself having cars trying to get ahead of me but not in a programmed way, almost as if it were another player playing as them making human-like decisions.

    The soundtrack is lackluster since it's not diverse and it is solely performed by the electronic artist "Hybrid" who have created some of breakbeats best albums. The soundtrack isn't bad by any means but if you're looking for a multitude of genres and artists, you're not in luck here. The presentation to the game is good, not great, but good. I wish to see more models for your characters and I hope they'll add more American and Japanese cars as future DLC. The only major problem I have with this game is that the controls aren't explained very well. They're self informative but I wish they would've added some sort of training or practice mode that would you become better at the game instead of using trial and error to learn new techniques to better your driving. I also wish the courses were more diverse blending city and countryside versus it being all countryside. I hope to see in future DLC a United States or United Kingdom location to race in offering cities and countryside. Other than that, those are my only problems with the game that actually make me not enjoy the game as much. The hype level wasn't high so it wasn't disappointing for me as I knew what I was getting into days beforehand. This game is meant for more of a casual racer and those who just want to have some fun while racing.

    For those of you who are worried about no split-screen, worry not because the developer said they would add that feature if enough people asked for it, so just keep your voice heard. The menus are slick and easy to control and the interference and loading times are quick and responsive. Many of the complaints here that give it 0 stars are reviews that I wouldn't trust since they seem to not be putting any thought into their reviews so I'd take theirs with a grain of salt. Despite that it not being for everyone, I would recommend testing out the free version if you're even slightly interested and judge for yourself, because who's opinion matters more on what you think of something, yours or everyone else's? I hope you enjoy it as much as I do if you try it out in the free version. I give Driveclub a strong 8 to light 9. Y'all just know this is my opinion, right?    … Expand
  65. stupidget
    Oct 13, 2014
    8
    Right, lets get one thing straight, this is AN ARCADE RACER!!! It's not a driving sim, it's a good old fashioned arcade racer. I got the PS+ version for £34 and it's great. The cars look amazing and drive brilliantly. If you use any view then use the interior dashboard view as it looks stunning and you get a real sense of speed. I remember when you used to buy a game, play it, andRight, lets get one thing straight, this is AN ARCADE RACER!!! It's not a driving sim, it's a good old fashioned arcade racer. I got the PS+ version for £34 and it's great. The cars look amazing and drive brilliantly. If you use any view then use the interior dashboard view as it looks stunning and you get a real sense of speed. I remember when you used to buy a game, play it, and think 'Yep, I'm enjoying this'. And that's what DC club does very well. You fire it up, get in a car and drive as fast as possible. Simple as that. Yes the online bit is broken at the moment, but, that does not make it a bad game. I remember not too long ago that people were able to survive without on-line access. If you like games like Burnout, Sega Rally, Outrun (if you remember the original) and are not obsessed with car physics, adding some new springs to your breaks, adding ultra-light wheel nuts so you car is lighter and all other manner of mind numbingly boring tweaks then get DC. It's a good old balls-out racer and I think it's great. My biggest gripe is the fact that there is no replay option when you finish a race!!! For that reason I give it an 8… Expand
  66. Matty2012
    Oct 16, 2014
    8
    Driveclub is a solid old skool challenging racer for both hardcore fans and casual fans. Driveclub is very old skool. You basically hop in a car, race, complete challenges, progress and unlock. There is no difficulty setting, you just have to start at the bottom in the amateur races and work you way up through the pros. So it becomes harder the further you progress. This makes it a veryDriveclub is a solid old skool challenging racer for both hardcore fans and casual fans. Driveclub is very old skool. You basically hop in a car, race, complete challenges, progress and unlock. There is no difficulty setting, you just have to start at the bottom in the amateur races and work you way up through the pros. So it becomes harder the further you progress. This makes it a very challenging game once you start to get half way through the ranks in the single player career mode. I've been gaming since 1985 and even i'm finding the pro ranks a real challenge. The challenges are varied and appear on their own, or within races. For example, you have standard racing, time trial, drift races etc. Then you have challenges WITHIN races. For instance, during a standard race against other cars, you may have to try and get the most drift points on one specific corner, or follow and try and keep on a driving line for a short period of time during a race. It doesn't matter if you don't complete these challenges during a race, and you can totally ignore them and just try and win the race, but completing them will help boost your points and unlock more cars. And if you fail these challenges on the first lap it will allow you to attempt them again on lap 2, 3 or 4, so you get a few chances. So not only do you have the fun challenge of trying to win a race, you have the challenge of trying to complete the challenges within the race. Then there are other challenges on top of that which consist of, Place 1st, Place within the top 3, Hit a top speed, achieve a clean lap, complete a race or lap under a ceratin time and so on. It constantly challenges you, which is fun for both hardcore and casual race fans. You can even create your own challenges for others or try and take on others self made challenges. You can play solo career mode, single races, or create your own crew with friends and challenge the world to become the no1 crew. The graphics are brilliant and the whole game looks impressive. There is a lot of detail and a lot going on every track, each track feels alive. The tracks are also very varied and a lot fun. You have lap races, or sprint races. There are 6 camera angles, including one i've never seen in a racing game before which is dashboard cam. But the game is at its best in cockpit in car view. The handling is a nice mix and sits somewhere between the PGR games and Forza. Its locked at 30 FPS and feels smooth and VERY fast, especially when you reach the hyper cars like the Venom and Mclaren etc. There are also a lot of new free cars, tracks and a weather system update on the way to download too. So, if you liked old challenging racers from back in the day like the Colin Mcrae/DIRT series, or Project Gotham Racing series, then you will like Driveclub.… Expand
  67. GTCarro
    Dec 10, 2014
    10
    In the first month, this game had many server issues (it was a mess), but right now everything works perfect. DriveClub is the game with the best visuals I ever seen on any Console or PC. Even better than Project Cars or Assetto Corsa. Almost real life! Truly Amazing!
  68. S-k-I-p-p-y-
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Best Driving game I've played in years, like cars, but don't really want to spend hours tuning the the things, rather just jump in and play. Graphics jaw dropping, reminds me of going to the arcade as a kid!
  69. Killask
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Too many Fanboys here, the game is great and deserve a score of 8 in my opinion. But as a reaction to the Fanboys i give a 10. It'S really beautiful and the controls are smooth.
  70. The_Ommadawn
    Oct 12, 2014
    8
    I like it. It's good, but not great. For a simple, pick up and play enjoyable racing game, this is worth a look. The problem is, there are many great games recently released so your money is spent better elsewhere.
  71. askeptic
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Finally, a racing game that is fun to play. Long overdue for a racing game that allows you to race from A to B nicely online. All these "open-world" games coming out that aren't nearly as good, but get good ratings because of it. Racing is much better without it. This game not only looks visually better than anything on any "other" console, but it may also be the PS4's nicest looking game.Finally, a racing game that is fun to play. Long overdue for a racing game that allows you to race from A to B nicely online. All these "open-world" games coming out that aren't nearly as good, but get good ratings because of it. Racing is much better without it. This game not only looks visually better than anything on any "other" console, but it may also be the PS4's nicest looking game. The driving mechanics aren't 100% accurate by any means, but this is a good thing. There are plenty of other games that offer a "sim" experience, and to be honest, those games ARE NOT ON CONSOLE. Console is NOT the place for Sim racing fans. This game hits on most notes beautiful, and of course is a target for hate like most gamers who chose the wrong system out of stupidity and blindness to obvious facts.… Expand
  72. Lavosier
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    ótimo jogo, super divertido e gráficos ótimos. Galera fica metendo pau no jogo falando que é ruim mas não. Drive Club vai te divertir por horas. sem mais... compra obrigatória para quem tem PS4. Tão bom quanto forza.
  73. JuniorLedra
    Oct 12, 2014
    10
    Grande jogo!! Jogabilidade perfeito para o que se propôs, graficamente perfeito, somente o online que deixa a desejar, porém tem muito potencial, basta o serviço normalizar, o que já vem ocorrendo aos poucos. Enfim é o jogo de corrida do momento!!!
  74. Ozzy1230
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Graphics in this game are outstanding. The driving feels really good. If you like arcade style racing this is for you. Great start for racing on the ps4.
  75. joelpereira88
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Fantastico jogo, um jogo que começa lento mas que quanto mais se joga mais preso se fica , não é um jogo facil , mas a dificulda torna cativante a experiencia, as mudanças dia/noite e as condiçoões climatericas estão brutais , assim como o cenario a volta das pistas , Recomendo
  76. Cloudstrife1998
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    great game the visuals, the driving, and the sound are spot on... the lod of detail with the environments are great... the car detail is spot on... nice game to pick up and play.. love the social aspects of the game as well... very intuitive and fresh... kinda wish it had more cars and was a little more loose with the little road we can drive on.. other than that great game
  77. dktpwn
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Do not listen to those ridiculous comments (Forza fan 0/10?). They don't get it. Reviews scared me until I receive it this morning. Driveclub is beautiful, fast and elegant. It does not have vibrant and flashy colors, it's not an open world, so what? Driveclub is just awesome. Test it asap, you'll love it.
  78. Khronikos
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    All I wanted was a solid, circuit-based racer with amazing graphics and that is what I got. Seems a lot of people built up some crazy hype for themselves. A lot of trolls on here as well. The game is an evolving online game and that is about all there is to say here. First day reviews are pointless. This review will be pointless when weather and other online features as well as theAll I wanted was a solid, circuit-based racer with amazing graphics and that is what I got. Seems a lot of people built up some crazy hype for themselves. A lot of trolls on here as well. The game is an evolving online game and that is about all there is to say here. First day reviews are pointless. This review will be pointless when weather and other online features as well as the extensive DLC hits. I have no idea what people expected from this game but so far it meets all my expectations except for weather and I am not going to dock it a point or two for that when so many trolls are on this game like fleas on crap. I cannot even believe some people these days. Apparently, every game now needs a rewind features and every game should allow you to drive through fields with Ferrari's. OKAY.… Expand
  79. oxygen2007rus
    Oct 9, 2014
    8
    This is a not bad game: great visuals, great physics and quite a lot of cool cars. But this singleplayer is a little bit boring and servers don't work properly (so that I can't play multiplayer).
  80. bugsey23
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    So far i am really enjoying the game. It has some of the best graphics and is easily comparable to pgr mixed with a little ridge racer. The social aspect is also a nice touch kinda reminds me of burnout paradise as far as that goes. Just don't go into it expecting gt or forza cause sim it is not, no customizing outside of paint jobs which is fine it gives you more time to race.
  81. Asasinfontom17
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Very very good game with amazing graphics and phisics. I have only good feelings after some hourses in this beautiful game. Please don't say that this game bad, because you have xbox or pc!
  82. Benny_29
    Oct 13, 2014
    8
    A simple beautiful solid racer. At first when i fired this game up i thought "meh", But then i found myself really getting into it and wanting that "one more race" (That one more race ended up being 18 more races last night lol). It kinda reminds me of the very first Burnout game or the Project Gotham Racing series. The original Burnout only had 4 cars and zero customization, it was allA simple beautiful solid racer. At first when i fired this game up i thought "meh", But then i found myself really getting into it and wanting that "one more race" (That one more race ended up being 18 more races last night lol). It kinda reminds me of the very first Burnout game or the Project Gotham Racing series. The original Burnout only had 4 cars and zero customization, it was all about the racing. It kept you coming back for that one more race. Driveclub has 50 cars and another 38 on the way. Some people complain that it doesn't have 200+ cars and lacks customization, but i'm ok with it as my favourite racing franchise Project Gotham Racing had under 100 cars and zero customization and i still play Project Gotham Racing 4 seven years on. Like the Project Gotham Racing series Driveclub has a ton of beautiful tracks across various locations. The handling is a mix between Project Gotham Racing and Forza (simcade) and easy to pick up and play. It is 1080p and locked at 30FPS which is very fast, fluid and gives you a great sense of speed. The graphics are the best around and there is a lot going on the screen. There are balloons, fireworks, confetti, plastic bags blow across the track, colourful butterflies zipping by the windscreen, birds and more. It is more alive than other racers. If you play the career races in order like i am you will find the game becomes more and more prettier as you progress through the game. The lighting effects and scenery are impressive. This game will appeal to both casual fans and hardcore racer fans who just like to pick up and race. So if you like a good solid racer, or just want to show off what your Playstation 4 can do, then give it a whirl. I'm happy with it.… Expand
  83. headtrauma
    Oct 13, 2014
    8
    I think they went a bit over the top with the graphics and realism, the most basic thing is to be able to see clearly out through your windowscreen. There is no account given for the fact that you have a further back view (raised up dashes and reflections are a problem). Also the view distance in cockpit mode isn't great either so it can be quite difficult to see the road in low lightI think they went a bit over the top with the graphics and realism, the most basic thing is to be able to see clearly out through your windowscreen. There is no account given for the fact that you have a further back view (raised up dashes and reflections are a problem). Also the view distance in cockpit mode isn't great either so it can be quite difficult to see the road in low light conditions. The gameplay is good if you overlook the minor flaws, i have no complaints about handling its still
    a good game the open road driving is fun.    … Expand
  84. chiller3
    Oct 14, 2014
    8
    I've played the game since launch and, yes, it does have it's fair share of issues with it's servers, but besides those this is a very solid racing game without absolutely gorgeous graphics and silky smooth gameplay. Also, the computer AI doesn't ram you all the time like everyone says, it's not perfect, but the computer racers are decent to provide a challenge and are not overly annoying.I've played the game since launch and, yes, it does have it's fair share of issues with it's servers, but besides those this is a very solid racing game without absolutely gorgeous graphics and silky smooth gameplay. Also, the computer AI doesn't ram you all the time like everyone says, it's not perfect, but the computer racers are decent to provide a challenge and are not overly annoying.

    The user reviews on here are overly dramatic and laughable and in no way does this game deserve a 1 or a 0. The game has its faults but it's a blast to play and has 50 cars and a ton of tracks in a variety of locales. Yes, it could have more cars but the ones in the game are all fun to drive and handle differently. The game play is fun and fast yet not too far off in realism.

    Once the server's are fully restored, which as of a week after launch they are still experiencing connectivity issues, the game will truly shine. If you're looking for a fun racing game I don't think you'll find a better one on the PS4. It's not a masterpiece, but if you like arcade style racing games this offers plenty to keep you busy.

    Try it for yourself and see how fun it is to race in these truly jaw-dropping environments.    … Expand
  85. Velvet_Brusch
    Aug 10, 2015
    10
    The servers now works perfectly, the product itself an amazing and addictive racing game. Many things to do and tons of cars! People people give it a try, you won't regret it :)
  86. moahdriven
    May 23, 2015
    10
    My favorite racing game ever was NFS HP2 for PS3. While that was very arcade like, I loved the sense of speed and racing it gave. With that in mind, lets jump into this review.

    Driveclub is that exceptional balance between Arcade and Sim racer; while the physics and controls may not be true to life as some hardcore SIM racers, it is definitely NOT an arcade racer, and they did an    My favorite racing game ever was NFS HP2 for PS3. While that was very arcade like, I loved the sense of speed and racing it gave. With that in mind, lets jump into this review.

    Driveclub is that exceptional balance between Arcade and Sim racer; while the physics and controls may not be true to life as some hardcore SIM racers, it is definitely NOT an arcade racer, and they did an incredible job with the physics. You can't just drift mindlessly through turns or correct oversteer in a second. You will spin out trying to floor that SRT Viper out of a tight corner, going 150+ down straightaways on an uneven road environment, not a racetrack, will take some finesse to maintain stability, and your drifts lose momentum very quickly instead of rocketing you at 10000mph through turns. There is definitely a difference in the physics between different cars. And while some are more obvious than others (the F Type R is definitely more tail happy in this game than an AMG GTS, and both are less stable compared to the AWD Huracan), you need to realize that most 500+hp rear wheel drive cars have similar physics when being pushed to the limit, as due most FWD hot hatches, and most AWD supercars. But I will say there is a detectable difference in the feel and physics throughout the cars in this game. And if you're in a race where the weather is dynamic be prepared; you may start out hugging the road in dry conditions only to be sliding around carelessly as rain and snow begin to fall a lap or two later.

    The car selection is spectacular. Yea many cars can now be found in added DLCs, especially the American cars everyone was so desperate for (myself included), like the stingray, Viper, Camaro, Charger; yea those can now be had with a DLC, suck it up, you can find this game cheap anyway so it was worth it for me. I've added that, the lambo pack, and some others b/c I want my McLaren 650s and Jag CX75 concept. But the car selection is phenomenal even without the DLC's, and some cars and packs are free to download. I was worried about a lack of recent cars since it was released last year buuuuut not the case. Lambo Huracan, McLaren 650s, AMG GTS, and some amazing hyper cars like the Lykan Hypersport, Koenigsegg One:One, and the La Ferrari, JUST TO NAME A FEW. The car selection is phenomenal. Customization goes as far as paint and livery which is pretty extensive, don't care for all the modding and crap in a game like this. How do you throw a bigger wing on the One:One anyhow?

    The graphics, sound, and level of detail in the cars and environments is mother effing mindblowing. The cockpit views are incredible. I typically go with 3rd person views in racers b/c I like to admire the cars beauty as I race, but I find myself trying to master the narrowed vision from the cockpit views or just driving casually in Time Trial modes to enjoy the fanatical level of detail and move the camera around in the cockpit. Even the driver oriented details like flipping the paddle shifters (the hand begins to float in preparation for a shift as the tach climbs, and the feet actively move to hit the gas and brake pedals). Seriously, the detail blew me away. I love getting a sense of what it feels like to be in the cabin of some of these exotics, and this game delivers and delivers and delivers. And while there may not be an extensive list of real world racetracks, there is a beautiful selection of real world locations and tracks which offers an enormous variety of racing conditions, from insane mountain passes to flat out straightaway race tracks.

    There's also an extensive single player mode in the form of the Driveclub Tour which is littered with progressive events and subevents for you to progress and increase your level, earning new cars and livery in the process. It offers a lot of fun and challenges. You've also got your quick race, time trial, and drift events you can just jump right into with a car (that you've unlocked) and track of your choice. The menu is beautifully done and easy to navigate, and they've added to the settings to allow you to tweak the smallest things like having a visible tach for the cockpit view to increasing the volume of engine noise vs. environmental sound during races. Turn engine sounds to +3db and get goosebumps from the sound of these machines. Like the interior car views but prefer the exterior engine and car sounds? Settings allow for that as well. Replays can be saved and photo mode is a thing.

    This game was definitely released in a hurry before it was complete and polished, but the fact that it's all been ironed out should allow this game the credit and reviews it deserves. It is a fantastic racer for absolutely anyone. Don't whine about how you were expecting Grand Turismo. You want to race a Daihatsu around Silverstone at 15mph? You do that. I prefer to fly in a Huayra through the treacherous North Sea hugging highways of Norway with some stormy weather and rain.    … Expand
  87. Beckman1986
    Jan 23, 2015
    10
    I held off from getting Drive Club because I heard about the issues, I have only recently bought it (20/01/2015) and I have to say its the best driving game I have played in a long time.Due to the issues there is a ton of free content and I have to sat that anyone that has a PS4 needs to by this even if its just to look at the graphics and weather effects. The driving isn't the best in theI held off from getting Drive Club because I heard about the issues, I have only recently bought it (20/01/2015) and I have to say its the best driving game I have played in a long time.Due to the issues there is a ton of free content and I have to sat that anyone that has a PS4 needs to by this even if its just to look at the graphics and weather effects. The driving isn't the best in the world but when you mix good driving with amazing graphics you get a great game.… Expand
  88. AlemaoBohrer
    Sep 16, 2015
    10
    Driveclub became the must awesome racing game ever !!!!!!!!!!! in the begining the game suffer because the excessive pressure for the part of Sony ... but now ... your score is 10 !!!
  89. emanuelfer
    Jul 30, 2015
    9
    A nivel tecnico y garfico el juego es tremendo , se lo mata por su conocido problema al principio con el online , estoy seguro que de no haber pasado eso , este game tendria mejores calificaciones !
  90. Anomander_Rake
    Aug 20, 2015
    10
    This game is a blast. its a mix of arcade and simulation. had the game since day one and despite server issues i loved it and still do, since its miles better than few weeks after release.

    Game play is awesome fun, each car has its own cons and pros. it is playable with the controller but steering wheel is highly recommended to get the best out of it. I have dedicated, probably close to    This game is a blast. its a mix of arcade and simulation. had the game since day one and despite server issues i loved it and still do, since its miles better than few weeks after release.

    Game play is awesome fun, each car has its own cons and pros. it is playable with the controller but steering wheel is highly recommended to get the best out of it. I have dedicated, probably close to 250 hours to this game and i will say hands down its best fun i had with a racer since Hot Pursuit 2010 (not including simulators).

    Great selection of cars out of the box, plus loads of DLC cars, personally i will wait until all DLC is bundled together at the right price.

    Graphics are stunning, especially during rain races and its not just eye candy, rain really affects game play in a big way.

    Online play can be chaotic in a way that that people will slam full speed into sharp corners or use you as a brake which could make you end up last BUT unlike other games this one rewards you non the less, you gain points for you and your club. if im running last and no chance of catch up i drift and complete challenges. Still online is mad fun either way, even if you end up last you can still overtake those who play like retards and have proper racing with good players.

    Do not let user score of 5.9 scare you away. You see when the game came out it was reviewed by many Xbox owners who do not even own PS4 or the game or ever played it. but this is modern gaming for you. i usually do not decide on a buy by the review unless its lower than 5/10.    … Expand
  91. titooo7
    Jul 3, 2016
    9
    It was release almost 2 years ago and it's still the best looking driving game for PS4 (which is kind of sad because I expected other racing games to match the graphics that we have here).

    The release was a bit caothic but Evolution Studios really worked hard to release lot of updates. Even a new mode called Bikes was released. If you like arcade racing games this game won't dissapoint    It was release almost 2 years ago and it's still the best looking driving game for PS4 (which is kind of sad because I expected other racing games to match the graphics that we have here).

    The release was a bit caothic but Evolution Studios really worked hard to release lot of updates. Even a new mode called Bikes was released. If you like arcade racing games this game won't dissapoint you as it probably will be the best arcade racing game that ps4 will ever have.    … Expand
  92. xbox720p10fps
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Excellent game, 1080p/30fps+, super smooth gaming experience. nice drifting, and some real racing tracks, superb. 50 cars, weather, raining rain, snow, ice tracks yaya.
  93. Darkenly
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Le Jeu est techniquement somptueux. Evolution Studios a fait un travail énorme
    Le Gameplay est fun et super addictif
    Cela valait largement la peine d'attendre.
  94. Daddy_D
    Oct 10, 2014
    8
    First of all. Do NOT mind all the fanboys. If you check most reviewers you can see that they give Driveclub a 0 and Forza a 10.

    Now to my review. Driveclub is a very stunning racing game. Without a doubt the best looking racing game on consoles for the moment. The tracks are very detailed and so are the cars. The weather system and the day/night cycle adds to the overall experience.    First of all. Do NOT mind all the fanboys. If you check most reviewers you can see that they give Driveclub a 0 and Forza a 10.

    Now to my review.

    Driveclub is a very stunning racing game. Without a doubt the best looking racing game on consoles for the moment. The tracks are very detailed and so are the cars. The weather system and the day/night cycle adds to the overall experience.

    The handling of the cars are terrific. A great mix of simulator and arcade. And the audio is awesome.

    The only bad thing I have to say about this game is that the servers are overloaded, a very common problem these days, but NOT acceptable nonetheless. This is however a server problem and not the game itself, so I'm not gonna let this affect my score as this is something that can happen to every online game.

    I'm giving it an 8, for all its detail on the tracks, the cars and the handling of the cars. It would have been a solid 10 if there were more content and car customization. 50 cars and 55 tracks are okey, but not great.

    More content are sure to come in the future in the form of DLC, but that doesn't help the game now. It's a good thing that the tracks however are dynamic in terms of time of day and weather to give a little variation.    … Expand
  95. Mined
    Oct 10, 2014
    8
    Some 5 hours into the game what I can say for sure is that this is in fact a good game gone bad at launch. Everything is there to ensure a fine AAA driving game, the looks are awesome, worthy of this new generation, the controls are reminiscent of the MSR/PGR series, which, at least for me is a plus, music doesn't stand out and at the same time does not annoy, and last but not least, theSome 5 hours into the game what I can say for sure is that this is in fact a good game gone bad at launch. Everything is there to ensure a fine AAA driving game, the looks are awesome, worthy of this new generation, the controls are reminiscent of the MSR/PGR series, which, at least for me is a plus, music doesn't stand out and at the same time does not annoy, and last but not least, the sensation of driving around the courses is something never experienced before on a driving game, you really feel inside the car, inside the course.

    But unfortunately the cons are there at the time of writing this review : online servers/places scarce or non existent, Plus Edition gone missing, rain and other weather conditions not yet implemented, Season Pass already available...

    All in all, between 65€ - 85€ for half a game, a decent game, but not worthy of the price tag.    … Expand
  96. pkla
    Oct 14, 2014
    9
    After all negative feedback s I really don't know buy it or not , and yesterday I decide to buy it , and all what I want to say is that the graphic is amazing , 3 types of races are similar as in NFS underground 2 , and it s a lot for us , also I can say about online , I had created club and can't play online , it is bad , but I still waiting for server to start up again . Developers saidAfter all negative feedback s I really don't know buy it or not , and yesterday I decide to buy it , and all what I want to say is that the graphic is amazing , 3 types of races are similar as in NFS underground 2 , and it s a lot for us , also I can say about online , I had created club and can't play online , it is bad , but I still waiting for server to start up again . Developers said that they will add more cars and more races, that's ok , because I can complet tour know and wait for additional content , and that game will be perfect if the will add a upgrades for car ( technical) and more visual customization. In my opinion itis a good start for first exclusive racing on ps4 , 9/10 .… Expand
  97. Hit75
    Oct 18, 2014
    10
    Best racing game since PGR 4 ! Amazing graphics and lights effects... It's an arcade game not a GT like but the gameplay is subtil, nervous and fun. It's exactly what i wanted since a long time, it reminds me MSR, PGR with a little bit of Sega rally and Ridge racer.
  98. Oddball1221
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    This game is first and foremost fun. If you hyped the game up to be something it clearly wasn't then it isn't the developer's fault for delivering a product they were never working on. I love Forza. They're great games and I've been playing the series for years; this game is supposed to compete with the Grid series, not Forza and not Gran Turismo which are racing simulators.

    That said    This game is first and foremost fun. If you hyped the game up to be something it clearly wasn't then it isn't the developer's fault for delivering a product they were never working on. I love Forza. They're great games and I've been playing the series for years; this game is supposed to compete with the Grid series, not Forza and not Gran Turismo which are racing simulators.

    That said the game is fun and visually impressive which mark it in my books. Every race is fresh and a new challenge for the driver and once the online functionality is fully working, I can expect this game to be even better.    … Expand
  99. purejd
    Nov 2, 2014
    10
    This game has some server issues but as a game it is great. Has loads of content and costs less than current releases by £20! People are being too negative because they wanted it for free but the majority of the people who actually forked over the money are not disappointed. I Give this game an 8 but have put 10 to counter act the hundreds of people who have given it 0 without even playing it...
  100. Bolkie
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Bought the game on the day of release. A beautiful driving game with ditto physics. Oh yeah, online was a disaster the first few weeks. When online did work, online races were frustrating because any touch by another player would spin you off too easily. Challenges weren't working, which is a core part of the game. More than 2 months later everything is functioning perfectly and this isBought the game on the day of release. A beautiful driving game with ditto physics. Oh yeah, online was a disaster the first few weeks. When online did work, online races were frustrating because any touch by another player would spin you off too easily. Challenges weren't working, which is a core part of the game. More than 2 months later everything is functioning perfectly and this is the nicest game of this genre I have ever played. Piles of tracks, beautifully detailed cars an scenery. Challenges with friends or other DriveClub players are addictive! Trying again and again to shave of a few tenths. Tracks have been added since and next year we'll get Japan, a free update. Felt sorry for Evolution with all the abuse they got, it went too far. Sure, the launch was a mess, but they've worked hard to put things right, and it's now a great game.… Expand
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  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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