Dirt Rally
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"There's a specific corner during one of the German stages in Dirt Rally where your co-driver will supplement his flurry of warnings with a professional request: "Be brave." It's a slight left kink, framed on both sides by half-buried stones. To be honest I'm not certain what it is about this corner in particular that warrants the added advice – there are plenty of deceptive corners in Dirt Rally you can take faster than you'd expect – but "be brave" potently sums up how you need to approach Dirt Rally. Dirt Rally is a brilliant looking and incredible sounding racing sim that feels absolutely outstanding, but it won't tolerate the timid."
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About Dirt Rally
Codemasters dropped Dirt Rally on December 7, 2015 as a hardcore racing simulator for the sport of rallying. This title targets players who want realistic physics over arcade fun. You race on tarmac or off-road tracks while weather conditions shift constantly. The game launched on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC with support for Linux, Mac, and even Oculus Rift for VR sessions. At launch you could choose from seventeen cars across thirty-six stages in three real-world locations. It focuses on timed stage events where one mistake ends your run. The roster includes vehicles from the seventies through the modern era plus historic Group B machines. This is not a casual racer but a serious attempt at simulating the chaos of competitive rallying.
Gameplay
You sit behind the wheel and manage throttle, braking, and steering inputs with heavy precision. Every session involves pushing your car through narrow stages where gravel flies into your face on dirt surfaces or rain slicks the asphalt. You navigate by listening to pace notes from your co-driver rather than looking at a map. The physics engine reacts violently to weight transfer when you hit bumps or drift around tight corners. Single player modes let you grind through championships while asynchronous multiplayer lets you beat ghost times of other drivers. Controls feel heavy and unyielding because the suspension absorbs every bump realistically. You spend most of your time adjusting tire pressure and suspension settings between stages to match changing track conditions.
What Players Think
Critics and players agree this title hits hard with a Metacritic score of 86 and an OpenCritic rating of 85 out of 100. Ninety-three percent of reviewers on OpenCritic recommend the game based on their scores. IGN Italy called it merciless yet satisfying while TrueAchievements named it the best title from Codemasters to date. The IGDB community rated it 83 out of 100 from 151 user reviews. Players report high completion rates for championships due to the steep learning curve. Average playtime extends significantly because mastering one stage takes dozens of attempts. Community moods reflect frustration mixed with intense satisfaction when finally clearing a run without crashing. The data shows a dedicated fanbase that values simulation depth over accessibility.
PlayPile's Take
This game is only for drivers who want punishment and precision in equal measure. You need to pay full price for the complete experience since early access lacked many modern vehicles. Achievement hunters will find plenty of challenges given how difficult the stages are to complete perfectly. Do not buy this if you expect a relaxed drive with forgiving handling. The lack of a traditional multiplayer lobby on launch was disappointing but asynchronous play makes up for it. You should only play if you have a steering wheel and patience for repeated failures. Dirt Rally demands respect from your hands and your car settings before you ever cross the finish line.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer
IGDB Rating
83.0
RAWG Rating
3.7
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