R4: Ridge Racer Type 4

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  • Publisher: Namco
  • Release Date: May 1, 1999
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 80 Ratings

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  • Summary: "R4 has to be the best-looking PlayStation racer ever (yes, edging out even Gran Turismo)" - Official PlayStation Magazine, December 1998
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Hot Games
    100
    Graphics are very impressive; this is one area that R4 totally rules over Gran Turismo. The effects and graphics are nothing short of mind-boggling.
  2. PSX Nation
    94
    The control in R4 is something that you will either be a fan of and realize that it offers almost unprecedented control or feel that it is so arcadish and fake that it's unbearable. I reside on the fan level.
  3. TotalGames.net
    91
    A package more desirable than Neve Campbell wrapped in a lottery cheque!
  4. All Game Guide
    90
    The biggest concern I have with R4: Ridge Racer Type 4 is it's level of difficulty. It is not incredibly hard, and as stated earlier, can be picked up by just about anyone... a delight to play, however.
  5. Gamezilla!
    89
    The number of tracks mixed in with the brilliance in design should keep you playing for quite awhile. You may not have the patience to try and unlock all 300 cars, you should find more than enough replay value just trying to learn the different driving techniques for the different cars.
  6. Armchair Empire
    85
    The one major nuisance in the game is that very few of the cars in the pack provide much of a challenge. Only the cars in second and first place put up much of a fight, while the rest behave like placeholders.
  7. Game Revolution
    75
    Then again, in R4 you get to have each race started by a sexy Japanese polygonal model. Hmmm... sex, Pac-Man, and racing. I think I'll go play some R4.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 21
  3. Negative: 1 out of 21
  1. LEMAC
    May 12, 2018
    10
    Best arcade racing game ever, everything in this game is 10.
    Masterpiece, thanks Namco.
  2. MatheusR.
    Jul 2, 2005
    10
    This Gane Is Simply Terrific.
  4. LucaR
    Oct 20, 2009
    10
    Absolutely a phenomenal racing game, controls are rock solid, and for a playstation 1 game, it looks pretty. I'm a fan of the soundtrack Absolutely a phenomenal racing game, controls are rock solid, and for a playstation 1 game, it looks pretty. I'm a fan of the soundtrack too, but I can see how it may not be some peoples cup of tea.… Expand
  5. JJW199
    Oct 28, 2020
    10
    The Best Ridge Racer Series ever even with Original or 20th Anniversary Soundtrack (does it deserved a remastered?)
  6. rapha1985
    Jun 20, 2023
    10
    This game is beauty, it runs like smoothly, the story mode is fun and surprisingly touching. But above everything, it is a fun game. RidgeThis game is beauty, it runs like smoothly, the story mode is fun and surprisingly touching. But above everything, it is a fun game. Ridge Racer is unique and I would love to see a remake with cars and tracks from R4, the Og Ridge Racer and Rage Racer.… Expand
  7. JhosethR.
    Jul 2, 2003
    10
    I think tghis game is absolutely awesome! It can't be beaten by any other game of its releasing year, not even GT, which I hate a lot, I think tghis game is absolutely awesome! It can't be beaten by any other game of its releasing year, not even GT, which I hate a lot, by the way...no other game has made me feel like driving a real car, and the braking system...ohhh!!! that'0s the best part of this game...I simply love it! Venezuela (the place I live in) loves R4...… Expand
  8. HammMann
    May 26, 2023
    0
    it's very cool game that is quite fun.
    uuuuuuuh **** uhhhhhhhhhhhhh
    namco :)

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Awards & Rankings

12
#12 Best PS1 Game of 1999
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#17 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 1999
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#13 Most Shared PS1 Game of 1999