Hardware: Rivals

1. misarr

   Jan 7, 2016

   10

   With multiple maps, game modes, challenges and special events, Hardware: Rivals lets you jump online for some frenetic vehicle-on-vehicleWith multiple maps, game modes, challenges and special events, Hardware: Rivals lets you jump online for some frenetic vehicle-on-vehicle combat. You can go in as a lone wolf or as part of a team, challenging your friends and hunting down your rivals. Wear your colors proudly and unlock vehicle upgrades to tweak your ride to your own personal taste.… Expand

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2. banganimator

   Oct 6, 2019

   9

   Hardware: Rivals, for me personally and until now, has been THE game on PS4. It's not perfect by a long shot, but the type of game and theHardware: Rivals, for me personally and until now, has been THE game on PS4. It's not perfect by a long shot, but the type of game and the community made it the most played game for the last 4 years.
   
   I play a lot of Apex Legends now, but that game can not compete with it on the level of intensity.
   
   Sadly the game is mostly played by veteran players now, so for a new player it's almost impossible to get into the game.
   
   The biggest reason that it never became a bigger title is the fact that it's not an independent title. Sony just dropped support for it after 1 year. A smaller studio would've continued support and listen to the players (like Rocket League).
   
   Yet. Because it was a smaller title you ended up knowing the players better. So, the social aspect of the game has been great. I made some best friends abroad who I even met a few times. And some have visited me.
   I even got in contact and met a few of the developers of the game in Ireland and the UK
   
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   The game can be difficult to master, because of the high level players in it. There's no ranked play whatsoever. Also, the driving and aiming/shooting at the same time takes practice. Lots of practice....
   
   But, the intensity of a full 10-players game is hardly matched by any other PS4 title I played. It's big fun and gives a huge rush. Especially plyaing on headphones or when playing on a well positioned surround system.
   
   So, if you decide to give it a chance, then try to hang on for a month or so and don't give up after a week.
   
   You can always contact me on the game. Just send a message to my PSN account: Banganimator.… Expand

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4. Spitbot

   Jan 13, 2016

   7

   Very enjoyable, but lacking. If you like car combat games, you'll feel right at home here, but this one can feel... unfinished at times. ForVery enjoyable, but lacking. If you like car combat games, you'll feel right at home here, but this one can feel... unfinished at times. For one, there are only four vehicles as of now, and not all that many maps. Even though it launched just over a week ago and is free for PS Plus subscribers, the game's online multiplayer seems VERY abandoned. Full games are a rarity in my experience, and I usually get paired up with people way above or way below my skill level. It's fun, but is it worth the asking price? As of now, maybe not, but is it worth playing free if you have PS Plus? Absolutely! It's just weighed down by too many problems to be a must buy for most people… Expand

   • 2 of 2 users found this helpful
5. homer4president

   May 3, 2016

   5

   The cons definitely outweigh the pros in this game unfortunately. Bland graphics, bland gameplay that gets boring after 10 minutes. Even theThe cons definitely outweigh the pros in this game unfortunately. Bland graphics, bland gameplay that gets boring after 10 minutes. Even the controls are a bit funky. The only redeeming quality for me is that it was free.… Expand

   • 0 of 0 users found this helpful
6. SovietBR

   Jan 6, 2016

   5

   The idea of the game is great, but the game itself is weak. Controls are clumsy, it's difficult to make a simple turn. Aiming is extremelyThe idea of the game is great, but the game itself is weak. Controls are clumsy, it's difficult to make a simple turn. Aiming is extremely difficult and you can't change buttons.… Expand

   • 1 of 4 users found this helpful
7. DanishDan

   Jan 14, 2016

   4

   I was very disappointed that this was not a local multiplayer game. The game is far from perfect, and not nearly as fun as far older versionsI was very disappointed that this was not a local multiplayer game. The game is far from perfect, and not nearly as fun as far older versions of this kind of game, but nostalgically it could still have been fun if it could be a 'sofa' game, but as a game to play online, it is not fun or special enough to waste time on.… Expand

   • 1 of 1 users found this helpful
8. Morphine_OD

   Jan 10, 2016

   0

   Boring and bland, this by the numbers game wishes it was Twisted Metal and Rocket League love child. Instead it's just another "games as aBoring and bland, this by the numbers game wishes it was Twisted Metal and Rocket League love child. Instead it's just another "games as a service" cashgrab that is so familiar, basic and cliched there is no reason to ever launch it. You'll feel like you've been playing it for ages even before you get your first level, win your first domination game or unlock your first cosmetic addon.… Expand

   • 2 of 3 users found this helpful

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