Driveclub

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

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  1. 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
  2. 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.
  3. GAMERGUY25
    Nov 4, 2015
    8
    Despite a shaky launch DriveClub is an incredible racing sim that is deserved to be played. Not much of a story just a huge amount of events to race in different classes of cars. The car roster might not be as large as forza or gran turismo But I find it better than both because quality over quantity. Every car from the automotive spectrum is here supercars, exotics, tuners, muscle catsDespite a shaky launch DriveClub is an incredible racing sim that is deserved to be played. Not much of a story just a huge amount of events to race in different classes of cars. The car roster might not be as large as forza or gran turismo But I find it better than both because quality over quantity. Every car from the automotive spectrum is here supercars, exotics, tuners, muscle cats open wheelers and compact hatchbacks. The environments and tracks on offer are great and each fit the region they are in. rolling hills of scotland, snowy mountains of the alps and the beauty of japan its all here. Graphics are amazing and they are easily my favorite on playstation. The online is sometimes a bit laggy but they make for some awesome moments. Overall DriveClub is a great racing game for the PS4 and I recommend it.… Expand
  4. 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
  5. Borgees
    Sep 25, 2016
    8
    Um dos melhores jogos de corrida com circuito fechado dessa geração. O jogo teve um péssimo lançamento infelizmente, mas a sony se redimiu e lançou muito conteúdo para o jogo. Com certeza vale a pena comprar esse jogo hoje, está muito melhor que antes!
  6. filip92
    Jan 19, 2016
    8
    It has ups and downs...One of the best graphics in a racing game ive ever seen..The world and cars look so real...The game is fun to play online...Now about the bad things...You cant modify your car,you get penalties with every collission,or when you get 2 meters off road..It is a nice experience to play with your friends..
  7. caligatio
    Jan 30, 2016
    8
    It really is a shame that this game was released unfinished. Now that the most problems are fixed and several updates are made, this game has still a bad rating but driveclub has become a really great game.

    Stunning visuals, great sound, awesome speed and feeling, fixed servers, collision and controls and many new events, cars and even bikes make this game a must buy now for every racing Fan!
  8. 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
  9. Gerard51MX
    Jun 22, 2016
    8
    no esperaba mucho de driveclub, mi juego de autos favorito es forza y no crei que estuviera a la altura. Para empezar este titulo es una combinacion entre simulador y arcade, funciona muy bien. Los controles son buenos, graficamente me parecio mas agradable que forza pues se notan las texturaz y no parece que el asfalto este hecho de plastico; el cemento, arena, tierra, asfalto y aguano esperaba mucho de driveclub, mi juego de autos favorito es forza y no crei que estuviera a la altura. Para empezar este titulo es una combinacion entre simulador y arcade, funciona muy bien. Los controles son buenos, graficamente me parecio mas agradable que forza pues se notan las texturaz y no parece que el asfalto este hecho de plastico; el cemento, arena, tierra, asfalto y agua lucen como deberian. El reto es bueno, hay mucho por delante desde el clasico derrape hasta los campeonatos con buena IA. El multiplayer es muy bueno y me agrada que puedas unirte a un club y hacer hazañas aun sin ps plus. No creo que el juego deba ser juzgado en base a sus primeros dias, la ultima actualizacion te presenta un gran juego. Puntos malos: la cantidad de autos, es muy baja comparada con otros titulos y no he manejado un lamborghini solo porque se me hace injusto pagar por tener un pack de autos, aun si el precio es bajo, es algo que le quita muchos puntos frente a sus competidores… Expand
  10. 8BITRoots
    Jun 9, 2016
    8
    I arrived late to the Driveclub party, mainly because of the initial negativity surrounding the launch. However, I am so glad I picked this up now. Stunning to look at, really stunning. Incredible lighting transitions and dynamic weather effects coupled with great sound really, this is a game that let's you know things have moved on from the PS3 era. Additionally, each of the many carsI arrived late to the Driveclub party, mainly because of the initial negativity surrounding the launch. However, I am so glad I picked this up now. Stunning to look at, really stunning. Incredible lighting transitions and dynamic weather effects coupled with great sound really, this is a game that let's you know things have moved on from the PS3 era. Additionally, each of the many cars available are beautifully rendered both inside and out. To play, I personally feel this is leaning very heavily towards arcade, the narrow roads on some tracks/routes offer an incredible sense of speed but do also lead to multiple collisions with other cars but at least this is not just restricted to the players as AI controlled vehicles can be equally aggressive with each other as well, so it never feels unfair.
    All in all a great game for the less serious racer who just likes to have a blast down a road or round a track but likes to be dazzled by spectacular graphics and effects. At the price this can now be picked up for, it's a no brainer!    … Expand
  11. filiptairi92
    Jan 7, 2017
    8
    I would give this 8 just for the graphics and enjoyment in driving that i have never seen in a racing game before.Graphics are realistic,maps are great and that's it! The game is missing a lot of content.It has no variety,it has no split screen,it has no car modification and has a lack of single player fun.But you can see that developer worked hard on this and because of that,it's 8.
  12. BlackBoxZack
    Sep 20, 2017
    8
    A good driving experience in my opinion. They did a good job on all technical aspects of the game. Incredible UI and menus. The drive experience it's a little arcadish for a racing game that pretend to be realistic but overall is good.

    Pros: - Good multiplayer flow with a ticketing system for each event - Very polished UI and menus - nice looking game -many envs to race Cons: -    A good driving experience in my opinion. They did a good job on all technical aspects of the game. Incredible UI and menus. The drive experience it's a little arcadish for a racing game that pretend to be realistic but overall is good.

    Pros:
    - Good multiplayer flow with a ticketing system for each event
    - Very polished UI and menus
    - nice looking game
    -many envs to race

    Cons:
    - Handling can be improved
    - Ai not so thrilling    … Expand
  13. brendo214
    May 30, 2019
    8
    I enjoyed my time playing DRIVECLUB, but it is just a typical racing game. There isn't anything unique.
  14. Totomoto13
    Jan 6, 2019
    8
    Gameplay: 9
    Story: 5 (Doesn't contain any story though it could have been, that's why the medium rate)
    Characters: -
    Graphics: 9
    Re-playability: 8
    Online: 9
    Overall: 8
  15. 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.
  16. 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.
  17. piuscorvus
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    This is the best looking car racing game I have played. Cars and weather is done beautifully here. If you are into driving simulators you probably won't like this one because Driveclub is more an arcade game. It is a shame that you cannot customise and buy cars. You can only change car paint. That's a shame but despite that this game is seriously fun to play.
  18. 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:(
  19. RobbyRush
    Jul 22, 2020
    8
    Driveclub is in history, this is the game where you can return any day to play and you will be satisfied, unfortunately we lost online, but still offline can bring us good emotions and great graphics, progression system is ok, sometimes you need to put efforts to get all stars. There is a lack of unique driving - sometimes fwd awd and rwd cars handling the same and drift mode is super hardDriveclub is in history, this is the game where you can return any day to play and you will be satisfied, unfortunately we lost online, but still offline can bring us good emotions and great graphics, progression system is ok, sometimes you need to put efforts to get all stars. There is a lack of unique driving - sometimes fwd awd and rwd cars handling the same and drift mode is super hard to understand. Overall its a good game. Thank you developers.… Expand
  20. Lonewulff83
    Dec 24, 2020
    8
    This game for me has only one problem. No sense of speed. Gameplay is good and the graphics. Ah the graphics, so damn beautiful, my God!
  21. licemetr
    Aug 22, 2021
    8
    Отличная игра. Графика просто шикарная. Жаль, что разработчики забросили проект на выходе
  22. robinzvak
    May 20, 2015
    7
    Amazing graphics look with good arcade drive model. Launch of this game is big fail, but after all updates game is a lot of better. Not for hardcore drivers, only for causals players.
  23. j-dog007
    Oct 14, 2014
    7
    After playing this game for a week now I can safely say that it is a great racing game. Despite the 1 year delay and the on going problems with the servers this game is great fun. It plays well, the graphics are good and when its working, the online is very well done. I won't lie and say that these server problems aren't a huge issue because they are. It is a shame that after all this timeAfter playing this game for a week now I can safely say that it is a great racing game. Despite the 1 year delay and the on going problems with the servers this game is great fun. It plays well, the graphics are good and when its working, the online is very well done. I won't lie and say that these server problems aren't a huge issue because they are. It is a shame that after all this time its still a broken game but once all the bugs are worked out this will be an amazing racing game.… Expand
  24. aqurban
    Oct 12, 2014
    7
    What makes this PS4 exclusive driver worth a try is its ability to adapt a solid scoring system into an entertaining plate for the hot and ready game content. Not a very large but fair roaster of vehicles, beautiful weather and environment effects, a subtle but generous social online feature that offers a fun collection of challenges for all club members often feels vague and left out, allWhat makes this PS4 exclusive driver worth a try is its ability to adapt a solid scoring system into an entertaining plate for the hot and ready game content. Not a very large but fair roaster of vehicles, beautiful weather and environment effects, a subtle but generous social online feature that offers a fun collection of challenges for all club members often feels vague and left out, all these seem to blend in well despite a few hiccups at launch.… Expand
  25. carlingtat
    Jun 28, 2015
    7
    While Driveclub had its problems with the online servers at launch it still holds up as a good racing game. I had many hours of fun driving around the tracks. A nice variety of tracks, cars, acheivements and challenges can keep you going. However I think the lack of customization was a disappointment and the fact they seemed to split up the game into different DLC.
  26. Wrathofgod333
    Oct 8, 2014
    7
    Graphics: Just as everyone has said, the game looks gorgeous. Car models, roads, bridges, and lighting effects are beautifully rendered. It's intense racing at dusk and all of a sudden racing at night.

    Controls: This is where people will argue a bit about. It's aracade like. The drifting and driving mechanics are forgiving, if you like racing sims this won't be your cup of tea. If you    Graphics: Just as everyone has said, the game looks gorgeous. Car models, roads, bridges, and lighting effects are beautifully rendered. It's intense racing at dusk and all of a sudden racing at night.

    Controls: This is where people will argue a bit about. It's aracade like. The drifting and driving mechanics are forgiving, if you like racing sims this won't be your cup of tea. If you like casual racing like Need for Speed Shift then this might be up your alley.

    Sound: vehicles sound great and depending on whether your in the drivers perspective or not the sound changes. Tires screech wonderfully when drifting. However the music, which is pretty good (being a mix of techno and rock), is OFF as a default setting. Why?!

    Gameplay: The tours, single events and challenges are fun and addictive. Winning stars unlocks cars, it's almost like a FPS progression system (or maybe I just don't play enough racing games. However, one of the most intriguing things about Driveclub is the clubs and the social aspect. Unfortunately for the past two days ONLINE FEATURES HAVE BEEN OFF, meaning I haven't been able to enjoy the game as developers have been touting about for so long.

    Conclusion: great game for gamers looking to drop in and out of races. Racing through Norway, India, Chile, and other places is great fun. But cars feel limited at 50, and the possibility of more cars only through PAID DLC rubs me the wrong way. It's a beautiful racing game, but NOT A RACE SIM, that sounds great and has a "social" identity. But I can NOT forgive the servers being down and a huge aspect of the game not being accessible. I would have scored it an 8 depending on multiplayer but can't until I try it.    … Expand
  27. 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
  28. bulletchan
    Apr 11, 2016
    7
    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 graphics department.
  29. 1234marcos
    Oct 7, 2014
    7
    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
  30. deanince
    May 17, 2015
    7
    A somewhat arcade style racing game, with uninspired track design and not enough cars out of the box. With free and paid for DLC, the car count has climbed to a reasonable level, but it's clear there was a plan to milk Driveclub from the start.

    To be fair, the game has got progressively better since its troublesome launch, and a few tracks have been added too (though as of yet not    A somewhat arcade style racing game, with uninspired track design and not enough cars out of the box. With free and paid for DLC, the car count has climbed to a reasonable level, but it's clear there was a plan to milk Driveclub from the start.

    To be fair, the game has got progressively better since its troublesome launch, and a few tracks have been added too (though as of yet not integrated into the rather short Tour mode). The promise of realism is largely broken – cars all feel the same to drive, and have ratings bars to replace actual critical stats such as acceleration, power and top speed. The online aspect was nowhere near as "social" as I'd hoped, and most challenges sent by friends were left unanswered as there was no real incentive to complete them.

    However, Driveclub does look amazing. Both the cars and the surroundings are gorgeous, and can be captured brilliantly with the game's photo mode. It's a shame the game wasn't as good as I'd hoped, because it looks like no other game I've seen. It's also a shame there are no licences tracks, as the developers would have done a fantastic job recreating them.

    However, the most disappointing thing of all is the lack of variation in cars. No Japanese models at all, no American cars until a few updates ago. The good thing is you can pick this game up for virtually nothing now, so it's worth a gamble. It gets a seven as it has improved remarkably since launch, but it's no GT or Forza.    … Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 85 Critic Reviews

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