- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Release Date: Nov 3, 2023
- Also On: PC, Xbox Series X
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Nov 19, 2023EA Sports WRC falters in its technical aspects. While it meets expectations in terms of gameplay, the control of the car, particularly in curves, doesn't appear as finely tuned. With some refinements, however, it has the potential to become a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
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Nov 24, 2023EA Sports WRC is the first of its kind and although the result is bittersweet, it has solid foundations that could take the franchise to a better level. The heritage of Colin McRae's installments is there, Codemasters was guardian of it for 2 decades, and of course there is a vote of confidence for what they will do in future editions. Unfortunately, in his debut the result is not what was expected and amounts to a slump after a period with good results in his racing game releases. EA Sports WRC is not unplayable, nor a disaster, but it is far from great, although there is room for improvement with the passage of time and updates, so perhaps you could consider it for later.
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Nov 21, 2023After eight years, the legendary Codemasters has taken charge of the WRC brand. Unfortunately, their debut isn't as assured as one would expect from the creators of Dirt Rally. EA Sports WRC boasts a superb driving model and an enjoyable career, but there's much to criticize on the visual and technical fronts. The new systems seem more like a teaser and lack the necessary depth. Despite this, the driving experience is enjoyable, and it's certainly not something Codemasters should be ashamed of, although they are capable of much more.
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Nov 10, 2023EA Sports WRC is a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand, there’s no denying that this is the best rally game yet when it comes to authenticity and physics. It’s also pretty comprehensive, with a large number of locations complete with seasonal variations and a generous selection of cars. You can even build your own vehicles, which is somewhat rewarding. It’s just a shame that it’s dogged by technical issues, a career mode that feels a little ho-hum, and visuals that don’t truly impress. So, while EA Sports WRC is a solid effort, Codemasters still has work to do in order to deliver the definitive rally racer.
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Nov 22, 2023Unfortunately, EA Sports WRC is not one of Codemasters' best moments. On one hand the driving model is excellent and the variety of racing tracks is quite good but on the other hand it's a step back in terms of visuals while also its career mode could be described, generously, as derivative.
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Nov 8, 2023A refreshed but extremely unpolished new WRC experience that comes with a lot of content but in a package that lacks some essentials, we expected more from Codemasters.
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Nov 6, 2023These small issues add up to sour the experience – especially given the lengths the game goes to presenting itself as the definitive rally package. They feel like a further indictment on the numerous crude contexts that surround the centre of EA Sports WRC’s fantastic rally experience. It’s a shame, because when you’re behind the wheel, absolutely sending it at 150km/h on the narrowest road you’ve ever seen in your life, it feels like nothing else matters.
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Nov 20, 2023EA Sports WRC is a great rally game when it comes to driving. The cars feel very realistic, and the different surfaces force you to adapt your driving to be fast. Offers a solid experience for playing alone, but the online modes fall short and need more work on the technical side. [Recommended]