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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  1. Positive: 944 out of 1799
  2. Mixed: 337 out of 1799
  3. Negative: 518 out of 1799
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  1. JCH
    Oct 20, 2015
    7
    Gorgeous graphics, varied locations, a great soundtrack and a decent selection of cars are the highlights. Unfortunately Driveclub does have some serious rubberbanding issues that can leave you feeling a bit cheated. Car damage and customization is also lacking. 7/10
  2. Xaphan_Red
    Oct 16, 2015
    8
    After an inauspicious start, this game has steadily improved both in content and playability. The start-up problems have not been forgotten but have been left behind as new tracks, cars, effects and online difficulties have been patched, augmented and tweeked. The handling has developed over time, with the cars being more responsive, and varying with the delightful weather changes thatAfter an inauspicious start, this game has steadily improved both in content and playability. The start-up problems have not been forgotten but have been left behind as new tracks, cars, effects and online difficulties have been patched, augmented and tweeked. The handling has developed over time, with the cars being more responsive, and varying with the delightful weather changes that come about . The amount of cars available is crazy, and although this game may not be to the car development fans likes, there are enough cars and varied performances to keep any racing fan interested.
    The online racing is fast and frantic, with different types of event for variety, and although any racing game will attract the hoonatic who likes to crash, some penalties for their actions tend to nullify their worst excesses. Saying this more balance to these penalties could be developed to make the ardent racers experience better and for them to feel less aggrieved when one of these hoonatics hits them into a corner and the less respectful racer comes off best. The club aspect is also a good feature allowing like minded friends to work together with a shared goal, not often seen in any game other than co-op shootem-ups. overall a good game which has developed well.    … Expand
  3. 00Liteyear
    Sep 30, 2015
    3
    Does extremely hard turning make a realistic game? I've never driven 130 mph, but I do know that I would die if I crashed into a wall, but instead it feels like bumper cars. The graphics are pretty, to say the least.
  4. SwitSwat
    Sep 29, 2015
    9
    I did not start playing this game until much after many of the problems it had were resolved. So I can't comment much on its previous issues. As of now, the game plays very well. It may not be as realistic as Gran Turismo in terms of driving mechanics, but that's what makes the game fairly accessible. If you buy the full game and the season pass, there is a ton of content to be enjoyed.I did not start playing this game until much after many of the problems it had were resolved. So I can't comment much on its previous issues. As of now, the game plays very well. It may not be as realistic as Gran Turismo in terms of driving mechanics, but that's what makes the game fairly accessible. If you buy the full game and the season pass, there is a ton of content to be enjoyed. Lots of new events, cars, and tracks which expand on the already pretty lengthy tour event of the main game. So far, I have had no problems with multiplayer, and there have been no lag spikes for me. The game itself is beautiful in terms of the PS4's capabilities. This has probably been one of my favorite racing games in recent memory. 9/10… Expand
  5. JamesH23
    Sep 26, 2015
    10
    Perhaps the best looking next-gen game by far. DRIVECLUB is a fantastic game but only if you're a racing fan. The handling and mechanisms are so satisfying to drive with and the visuals provide a almost real experience. The game also features an extensive and gorgeous photo mode and a huge variety of mainstream and quirky cars for different play styles. I often find myself distracted byPerhaps the best looking next-gen game by far. DRIVECLUB is a fantastic game but only if you're a racing fan. The handling and mechanisms are so satisfying to drive with and the visuals provide a almost real experience. The game also features an extensive and gorgeous photo mode and a huge variety of mainstream and quirky cars for different play styles. I often find myself distracted by the gorgeous rain or lighting but have an absolute blast. The frame rate is 100% smooth and I had not experienced A SINGLE BUG. Witch is fantastic, Evolution Studios are still supporting this game really well a year on with fairly priced DLC and free content updates every month. The attention to detail, the location variety and the amount of event settings you can mess with is amazing. An absolutely brilliant game sadly let down in reviews by its launch server issues last year. The game has come MILES since then and is a really, really solid game.… Expand
  6. nic7000
    Sep 25, 2015
    7
    Habe das Spiel jetzt seit 3 Tagen und bin ganz zufrieden. An Forza kommt es zwar nicht ran, aber für zwischendurch ist es in Ordnung. Die Autos fahren sich alle unterschiedlich und die Motorensounds sind recht realistisch. Mir gibt es allerdings zu wenig Modi und der Splitscreen fehlt auch. So schwer kann es doch nicht sein einen verdammten Splitscreen Modus zu programmieren?!Habe das Spiel jetzt seit 3 Tagen und bin ganz zufrieden. An Forza kommt es zwar nicht ran, aber für zwischendurch ist es in Ordnung. Die Autos fahren sich alle unterschiedlich und die Motorensounds sind recht realistisch. Mir gibt es allerdings zu wenig Modi und der Splitscreen fehlt auch. So schwer kann es doch nicht sein einen verdammten Splitscreen Modus zu programmieren?! Grafiktechnisch ist es kein Brüller aber hässlich ist es auch nicht.… Expand
  7. PauloBessa
    Sep 19, 2015
    10
    I waited the updates and the price drop and got the game with the season pass all for 20 bucks, it's a must buy! I really good and solid game! Tons to do, so much events, massive multiplayer support, excellent servers and more. Really nice graphics, the weather changing is gorgeous and is so cool to level up your club and send challenges to your friends or another clubs.

    Conclusion: It    I waited the updates and the price drop and got the game with the season pass all for 20 bucks, it's a must buy! I really good and solid game! Tons to do, so much events, massive multiplayer support, excellent servers and more. Really nice graphics, the weather changing is gorgeous and is so cool to level up your club and send challenges to your friends or another clubs.

    Conclusion: It seems that the game was broken at release, and it's why the Game received so low rated reviews and they deserved that, but NOW this game is a 10/10 without question!    … Expand
  8. 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 !!!
  9. 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
  10. Sombra
    Sep 15, 2015
    10
    Jogo perfeito , clima dinâmico nunca visto em um jogo de corrida ,boa condução ,qualidade dos carros é sensacional e as corrida tem uma boa dificuldade.
    Driveclub depois do lançamento é um novo jogo , nenhum jogo chega perto do realismo desse jogo!!!
  11. eggb
    Sep 15, 2015
    6
    I don't believe this, it's linear, the physics are terrible , no realistic damage , , poor sounds , brakes lock instantly halting the car, no car tuning options etc, only able to customize the drivers head !!!, the graphics are ok but where are the graphics I saw before release ?,I haven't found anything like those.
    Overall a very disappointing average racing game that I will not be going    I don't believe this, it's linear, the physics are terrible , no realistic damage , , poor sounds , brakes lock instantly halting the car, no car tuning options etc, only able to customize the drivers head !!!, the graphics are ok but where are the graphics I saw before release ?,I haven't found anything like those.
    Overall a very disappointing average racing game that I will not be going back to.    … Expand
  12. Xeno-1X
    Sep 12, 2015
    0
    The game doesn't offer much except for okay graphics and effects and the worst car handling ever on a console. The idea was nice but the realisation is terrible. Don't waste money or time on this game.
  13. ieatdirt
    Sep 8, 2015
    1
    I was looking forward to this game but it was by far the WORST racer i have ever played. The game was supposed to come out almost two years ago and when it comes out it was unfinished. The game looks kinda good but the AI is horrible and the races are short with barely any cars, there is no damage to your car when it crashes. The game is a horrible racer and i recommend NOT buying it.I was looking forward to this game but it was by far the WORST racer i have ever played. The game was supposed to come out almost two years ago and when it comes out it was unfinished. The game looks kinda good but the AI is horrible and the races are short with barely any cars, there is no damage to your car when it crashes. The game is a horrible racer and i recommend NOT buying it. Forza is a great racer, you should buy it!… Expand
  14. Rickyrider35
    Sep 5, 2015
    6
    Like many people have said, the game lacks content, has a very unrealistic and arcady feel, and frankly, just isn't a game a simulator lover like me could appreciate. However the visuals are stunning, every car and every scenery is perfectly executed as they blend into gorgeous settings from all around the world. It's just a shame that every car is so forgettable due to the uninterestingLike many people have said, the game lacks content, has a very unrealistic and arcady feel, and frankly, just isn't a game a simulator lover like me could appreciate. However the visuals are stunning, every car and every scenery is perfectly executed as they blend into gorgeous settings from all around the world. It's just a shame that every car is so forgettable due to the uninteresting driving mechanics and limited car selection, capped at just 50 vehicles. Apparently the online is the main strong point of this game, but unfortunately having acquired the PS PLUS version, I am limited to an offline version, as well as being denied most of the few cars that are available in the original version.… Expand
  15. gmf_tarkin
    Sep 3, 2015
    9
    + Beautiful graphics
    + Quite good choice of cars, very polished car graphics
    + Interior view for all cars + Many tracks with very nice scenery + Dynamic weather system and day to night transition + Arcade but advanced driving system, you can feel the road on a game pad + Good career mode, to advance you have to meet goals during the race - No car customization (tuning) - Can be    + Beautiful graphics
    + Quite good choice of cars, very polished car graphics
    + Interior view for all cars
    + Many tracks with very nice scenery
    + Dynamic weather system and day to night transition
    + Arcade but advanced driving system, you can feel the road on a game pad
    + Good career mode, to advance you have to meet goals during the race

    - No car customization (tuning)
    - Can be too difficult, no flashbacks
    - No damage system (only visuals)    … Expand
  16. hulmej
    Aug 29, 2015
    8
    This game is very good. It has very good graphics, a nice variety of cars and races and I like the club system as well. I think Forza however is better at the looks of it.
  17. Krzyhu666
    Aug 28, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tak powinny wyglądać gry wyśćigowe.Grafika powala na ziemie,szczególnie warunki pogodowe są Mega.Krople deszczu na szybie to pierwsza klasa.Prawdziwa gra NEXTGEN.… Expand
  18. fead
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
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  19. Captiosus
    Aug 24, 2015
    5
    This is based on the full retail product with the Season Pass:
    Originally I gave this game a 5 for being barebones and broken at launch. Once they got it fixed and added some updates, it went up to an 8, arguably an 8.5. To date, Driveclub STILL sets the example for how Season Passes SHOULD be done, with one year's seasons pass adding over 10 new tours, multiple livery packs, and a whole    This is based on the full retail product with the Season Pass:
    Originally I gave this game a 5 for being barebones and broken at launch. Once they got it fixed and added some updates, it went up to an 8, arguably an 8.5. To date, Driveclub STILL sets the example for how Season Passes SHOULD be done, with one year's seasons pass adding over 10 new tours, multiple livery packs, and a whole host of new cars.

    Yet I feel compelled to drop the game BACK down to a 5 because, over the last few updates, whatever they've done to the AI and physics has made the game completely not fun. I played this game a LOT without problems but after the last two updates and tour pack additions the AI is now extremely aggressive to the point where they'll purposely ram you, knocking you from a top three finish to a bottom three finish - and YOU get penalized for the contact even though the AI initiated it. Front Wheel Drive supercars now have the same physics as a plane which is to say good luck navigating corners.

    Whatever they did with the last few patches has taken a game that had become very good and reverted it back into a mess. I'm so very disappointed. It still looks great and still sets the benchmark for how to do DLC but be prepared to be angry at a whole lot of physics and AI cheese.    … Expand
  20. AbstractCat
    Aug 21, 2015
    6
    Driveclub promises to bring to life the heart and soul of car culture. An authentic and immersive driving experience, Drivelub promises to let you feel the exhilaration of racing the most powerful and beautifully designed cars in the world. Share in high-speed solo racing, or join a racing Club to discover what Driveclub is all about. Created specifically with the next-generation gamer inDriveclub promises to bring to life the heart and soul of car culture. An authentic and immersive driving experience, Drivelub promises to let you feel the exhilaration of racing the most powerful and beautifully designed cars in the world. Share in high-speed solo racing, or join a racing Club to discover what Driveclub is all about. Created specifically with the next-generation gamer in mind, Driveclub connects you and your friends, allowing you to share your experiences, send and receive challenges, and keep up to speed with your team’s performance.… Expand
  21. 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
  22. 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 :)
  23. 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 !
  24. adiafoster2015
    Jul 20, 2015
    0
    This game is terrible. They would have to pay me to play it again.

    If you don't believe me, ask yourself this... why would PS+ give a decent major game away for free?
  25. Alphaedus
    Jul 17, 2015
    8
    Gonna be straight-up.
    I personally am quite fond of this game. It's not complicated, not Need for Speed and not The Crew. And I love that.
    The controls are awesome, I like how the drift physics work. Races are rewarding, I often feel accomplished after successfully wielding a Ferrari F430 through the crazy streets of India. Graphics are really, really crisp. The mere fact that this is    Gonna be straight-up.
    I personally am quite fond of this game. It's not complicated, not Need for Speed and not The Crew. And I love that.
    The controls are awesome, I like how the drift physics work. Races are rewarding, I often feel accomplished after successfully wielding a Ferrari F430 through the crazy streets of India. Graphics are really, really crisp.
    The mere fact that this is the first racing game I've liked after Need for Speed Hot Pursuit (The latest one, of course) is surprising, even for me.
    The club system needs work though, there isn't incentive enough for players to actively participate in club activities. Give out new cars, or something like that as rewards.
    Content-rich updates and free DLCs could strengthen the game even more.

    Thank you.    … Expand
  26. TheDahaka
    Jul 15, 2015
    9
    Hands down the best circuit racer money can buy. The game has come a long way since it's shakey launch and has so much content it's almost overwhelming. I enjoy the driving physics and have never had any issues with AI that others speak of and I think most people complain, because the game is actually challenging and doesnt give you many easy victories. You will have to learn and improveHands down the best circuit racer money can buy. The game has come a long way since it's shakey launch and has so much content it's almost overwhelming. I enjoy the driving physics and have never had any issues with AI that others speak of and I think most people complain, because the game is actually challenging and doesnt give you many easy victories. You will have to learn and improve in this game and with it's sense of speed and best in the business visuals it's an absolute joy. Ignore the haters and try it for yourself, you will wonder what the hate is even about.

    Half the haters have never played the game in the first place and only echo what they've read from others who have likely done the same thing.    … Expand
  27. f_lombardi3
    Jul 11, 2015
    1
    Driveclub is the biggest piece of trash I've ever played honestly. The driving is ridiculous. just see what i said below.

    +Beautiful Scenery
    +Diverse amount of cars

    -Point System
    -Random bugs
    -This Game
  28. SHANone
    Jul 11, 2015
    2
    worst racing game i ever played.
    no customizing - only **** stickers, no damage( scratches on headlights and a body made out of crumpled paper can not be called damage), no physics, cpu drivers with no ai.
    there is no graphics, which everyone says- just look at the spectators around the track - is the level of the first Virtua Fighter. invisible walls, car resets after few seconds out    worst racing game i ever played.
    no customizing - only **** stickers, no damage( scratches on headlights and a body made out of crumpled paper can not be called damage), no physics, cpu drivers with no ai.
    there is no graphics, which everyone says- just look at the spectators around the track - is the level of the first Virtua Fighter.
    invisible walls, car resets after few seconds out of track, photo mode is worse than in the Gran Turismo 4 on the PS2.
    very poor sounds.
    vaunted rain pours only over your car within 50 meters- it is easy to see when leaving any tunnel in the raining race.
    if not complete absence of exclusive racing games on the PS4, this game does not deserve to 1 score.
    unfortunately I bought this game.
    fortunately I did not buy any supplements, so I has got off relatively cheaply.
    my heartfelt condolences to who bought the a seasonal pass.    … Expand
  29. grenouille
    Jul 9, 2015
    6
    Disclaimer: Review based on PS plus edition.

    After having played the ps plus edition of the game, the basic gameplay seems pretty lackluster to the point where the additional content of the full edition definitely does not seem worth the price. While the game looks pretty and works on a technical level (after months of getting the online patched), the cars are not fun to control and I    Disclaimer: Review based on PS plus edition.

    After having played the ps plus edition of the game, the basic gameplay seems pretty lackluster to the point where the additional content of the full edition definitely does not seem worth the price. While the game looks pretty and works on a technical level (after months of getting the online patched), the cars are not fun to control and I personally feel that this game's take on simulation is not fun in the least bit. I found making simple turns to be absolutely frustrating and I found the online mechanics included with the ps plus edition to be pointless leaderboard esque challenges that I could care less about.

    The ps plus edition is pretty barebones and gives access to 2 basic cars at the start plus one car only available in a specific starter race. If you don't care enough about racing games to buy one, this might be your best bet at the moment of scratching that itch on a ps4 for free.

    Overall it's a pretty-looking mediocre racing game , but it's free so why not check it out?    … Expand
  30. Jecht_342
    Jul 7, 2015
    0
    This game starts by showing you the controls and then dropping you into a race on a pretty hard track. As someone who doesn't play a lot of racing games, I didn't even know what some of acronyms (DRS and KERS) so I had very little idea how to actually control the vehicle. It was a terrible enough beginning that I deleted this game.
    I would not recommend this to anyone who isn't a    This game starts by showing you the controls and then dropping you into a race on a pretty hard track. As someone who doesn't play a lot of racing games, I didn't even know what some of acronyms (DRS and KERS) so I had very little idea how to actually control the vehicle. It was a terrible enough beginning that I deleted this game.
    I would not recommend this to anyone who isn't a hardcore racing game fan. It's not going to bother to show you how to play.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#85 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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#11 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2014
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#18 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2014

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Metascore
71

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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