Wreckfest

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
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  1. KeenGamer
    May 17, 2021
    70
    Wreckfest is a promising title from Bugbear, which fills the gap left by dormant vehicular combat franchises such as Burnout. PS5 upgrades mainly come in the form of beautiful visual improvements, including a sharp 4K resolution and creative implementation of the DualSense's features. The game will be a blast for PS5 players who are jumping into it for the first time, but owners of the last-gen version might find the upgrade a little wanting.
  2. Push Square
    May 7, 2021
    70
    Wreckfest just fully embraces what it is, and you have to respect it. Bugbear's brash, fender-bending racer has been unleashed on PlayStation 5 as part of May's PlayStation Plus lineup, and it's still very much the chaotic, crash-happy, Destruction Derby-esque experience people love. In the jump to new hardware, the game definitely benefits in a few areas, though some enhancements are better than others.

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#63 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2021

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 80 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 80
  3. Negative: 9 out of 80
  1. Voodoo123
    May 9, 2021
    8
    +Great driving and crashing physics
    +Superb 4k visuals
    +Great single player challenges campaign +Decent selection of vehicles and upgrades    +Great driving and crashing physics
    +Superb 4k visuals
    +Great single player challenges campaign
    +Decent selection of vehicles and upgrades
    +Excellent track design
    +Overall great sense of fun     … Full Review »
  2. Kchewz
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Context: I played through the whole game on the Playstation 5, when it was free for Playstation Plus Members on the Playstation store. IContext: I played through the whole game on the Playstation 5, when it was free for Playstation Plus Members on the Playstation store. I played for about 10 hours on the Playstation 4 version, and the remainder on the newly released Playstation 5 version.

    I love cars and destruction so I have bias. But I do believe this is the gateway game to get somebody into the racing genre. No, Wreckfest is not an authentic racing experience like Gran Turismo. Wreckfest is an arcade racer with some long and dull races but thats as far as one can go when discussing negatives about the game. The realistic driving mechanics and damage engine makes for a one of kind experience, comparable to GRID if anything. There's nothing like getting out and crashing some vehicles. The game's current flaws include aggressive AI and occasionally inadequate control from the player's input.

    There are lots of vehicles to buy in the game, as well as just enough tweaks to improve your vehicle. The controls are smooth, and there are lots of choices to ensure that you have complete control over your settings. Whether you're a novice or an expert at this type of game, there's something for everyone. After completing your career, you may compete with other racers from across the world in multiplayer. There's also an option where you may create your own races. I highly recommend giving it a try, as it really is for any kind of player, car fanatic or not.    … Full Review »
  3. BrianDavid94
    Sep 1, 2022
    9
    Quick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing gamesQuick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing games and use to play multiplayer games in my high school days but now that it's hard for me and my friends to find a good time to link up so now it’s more rare for me to get into a multiplayer game. Up to try any genre of games and sometimes I find something new that I didn't think I'd like. I own a PC (built by me), Xbox One X, Xbox Series X, PS3, PS4, PS5, and a Switch. I prefer Playstation due to their focus on narrative games. For scoring, I’ll be using the Gameinformer review scale and of course influenced by my personal opinions.

    (9) Superb. Just shy of gaming nirvana, this score is a high recommendation because the game reviewed is head-and-shoulders above its competition.

    Wreckfest is a fun racing game. What makes them stand out from others is the crashing physics and it seems like it’s been awhile for a racing developer to make a game to focus on more of a local racetrack/demo derby scene. There are a lot more customization abilities than what I was expecting. The graphics and the handling of the cars are also excellent. I hope a sequel will eventually come from this and hope they tweak the AI for them to not take themselves out in a long race and add some kind of story to it. Campaign as is still good but it’s more of a challenge mode and a checklist than a story.

    Originally played on PS4, and received a free upgrade to PS5. Both versions are great.    … Full Review »
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