Hardware: Rivals

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Jan 5, 2016
Metascore
56

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 24
  3. Negative: 3 out of 24
  1. PlayStation Universe
    Jan 7, 2016
    45
    Unfortunately, far too many of Hardware’s ideas are poorly executed for it to be the saviour it might have been. It doesn’t do it any favours to see it presented in such a generally unenthusiastic, haphazard fashion. With variety sorely lacking and balancing currently an issue, there’s little to suggest a long-term future for Hardware: Rivals in the heaving ball pit that is online-only gaming.
  2. Eurogamer Poland
    Jan 12, 2016
    40
    Even as a free game, Hardware: Rivals has serious problems with gathering enough players. Average graphics and not well-thought-out content keeps you interested only for a few skirmishes before all interest fades.
  3. Metro GameCentral
    Jan 10, 2016
    40
    Bringing back such an obsucre franchise is one thing but stranger still is that so little passion has been expended in reinventing this listless vehicular combat game.

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User Score
5.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 87 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 87
  2. Mixed: 40 out of 87
  3. Negative: 31 out of 87
  1. Sewpar
    Jan 6, 2016
    8
    It's a pretty damn good game, the gameplay is fun and similar to Twisted Metal. Power-ups are fun and the graphics are nice. However, the gameIt's a pretty damn good game, the gameplay is fun and similar to Twisted Metal. Power-ups are fun and the graphics are nice. However, the game needs more variety: more vehicles (only 4 at the time of writing the review), more power-ups, more customisation features. There's also NO split screen, which is kind of disappointing. All in all, it's a really fun game, but needs more variety.… Full Review »
  2. DF007gamer
    Jan 20, 2016
    9
    It is what it is....a basic multiplayer. I've platinumed the game and enjoy it. It's not AAA game and its a nice break from the AAA's. If youIt is what it is....a basic multiplayer. I've platinumed the game and enjoy it. It's not AAA game and its a nice break from the AAA's. If you looking to take a break from COD then go ahead and download the game. It has only 4 maps but should keep you entertained for a while… Full Review »
  3. 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.… Full Review »
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