WRC 9 FIA World Rally Championship

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. PlayStation Universe
    Nov 24, 2020
    90
    Though the breadth of the upgrades that the PS5 brings to WRC 9 is expected and somewhat unambitious to an extent, the truth is that developer Kylotonn has provided a delectable coat of polish to what is already considered to be one of the finest rally games in years. If you've got a PS5 and you want a rally racing sim to cut your teeth on, they don't come any better than WRC 9.
  2. Finger Guns
    Nov 23, 2020
    90
    Of all of the PS4 games that have had PS5 upgrades, WRC 9 shows the most improvement. Sharper visuals in 4K running at a consistent 60 FPS transform an average looking game into a gorgeous one. Combined with an unchanged driving system that needed no tweaking and excellent DualSense implementation that elevates it, this takes 1st place as the best racing game on PS5 so far.
  3. God is a Geek
    Dec 11, 2020
    85
    WRC 9 on PS5 adds a new layer to the gameplay thanks to the haptic feedback, with improved visuals that're noticeable from the start.
  5. Cubed3
    Feb 26, 2021
    80
    A fantastic rally sim for newcomers and veterans alike, WRC 9 has only gotten better in its transition to the PlayStation 5. The next-gen console brings with it obvious visual and performance enhancements - pushing gameplay anywhere between 60 & 120 fps - but the real star here is haptic feedback. WRC 9 use of the DualSense controller is outstanding, utilizing sensations and vibrations to add another layer of immersion to racing. Players will feel the road underneath them, the weight of their brakes, and the subtlest shifts in terrain. A mix of addictive arcade gameplay and deeply immersive feedback, WRC 9 exceeds expectations.
  6. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jan 8, 2021
    80
    An impressive PS5 upgrade that makes excellent use of the DualSense. This does a rally good job of letting you feel the road as well as see it. [Issue#184, p.92]
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  7. PlayStation Country
    Dec 10, 2020
    80
    WRC9 is a great example of a crossplatform port. Kylotonn should be applauded for their sterling efforts here, especially with regard to using Dualsense. Yes, rallying might not be for all, but this is a fine driving game which utilises the WRC licence to great effect.
  8. Push Square
    Nov 24, 2020
    80
    While it’s perhaps not the graphical powerhouse we would use to showcase our new console to friends and family, WRC 9 on PlayStation 5 runs at a consistently smooth 60 frames-per-second at 4K resolution, and marks a significant improvement over its last-gen underling. However, it’s the game’s use of the haptic feedback technology provided by DualSense that really takes centre stage here, potentially offering a transformative experience for players who choose to play with a controller.
  9. Multiplayer.it
    Nov 18, 2020
    78
    The same good rally game, with a surprising use of the Dualsense.
  10. Jeuxvideo.com
    Dec 12, 2020
    75
    Unsurprisingly, this next-gen version of WRC 9 perfectly exploits the possibilities of the SSD with very short loading times and active functions allowing you to go faster to game modes.

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#9 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2020
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#24 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2020

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 29
  3. Negative: 4 out of 29
  1. Skeleton9
    Mar 18, 2023
    9
    WRC has been great for many years now, but this one seems the best I've played, it's just so intuitive and fun right away. It's difficult, butWRC has been great for many years now, but this one seems the best I've played, it's just so intuitive and fun right away. It's difficult, but feels so natural and playable, even the handbrake turns feel right, and not too hard to execute. It looks amazing, but then my PS4 Pro one already did, so it's hard to gauge. I use a Logitech G29 and it felt brilliant immediately, all I did was reduce the level of force-feedback as I prefer a more relaxed experienced, but the nuance of the wheel and pedals was bang-on right away. Brilliant game!… Full Review »
  2. Hunter_Clauss
    Jul 23, 2021
    10
    Best rally game that I have ever played, and I've tried them all (dirt 3,4,5,rally,rally2.0,wrc 5,6,7,8) The graphics are stunning and theBest rally game that I have ever played, and I've tried them all (dirt 3,4,5,rally,rally2.0,wrc 5,6,7,8) The graphics are stunning and the attention to detail is endless. The controls are more similar to dirt rally rather than previous wrcs, except this is even better. They also made great use of the DualSense ps5 controller. Everything combined makes for a very realistic driving experience.… Full Review »
  3. Rycerz
    Apr 17, 2021
    8
    Dit is mijn eerste rally game sinds Gran Tourismo sport spec 2.
    WRC 9 voelt goed aan. De vele opties houden mij goed bezig. Fijne carrière    Dit is mijn eerste rally game sinds Gran Tourismo sport spec 2.
    WRC 9 voelt goed aan. De vele opties houden mij goed bezig. Fijne carrière modus. Graphics stellen een beetje teleur. Wagon models zijn wat matig. Geluid is realistisch.
    Heeft wat tijd nodig om erin te komen voor beginners. Rally is anders dan casual racing games. Dus niet voor iedereen bedoeld.    … Full Review »
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