• 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. Negative: 3 out of 24
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 31, 2016
    80
    Hardware: Rivals is a fun and fast vehicle shooter. Needs more arenas, though. And what's with the automatic vertical aiming? That's just stupid and completely unnecessary. [March 2016]
User Score
5.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 87 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 87
  2. Negative: 31 out of 87
  1. 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. 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. 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 »