Summary
- Release Year: 2014
- Genres: Racing, Simulator, Sport
- Platforms: Android, iOS, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Developers: Codemasters Southam, Feral Interactive
- Publishers: Codemasters
Grid: Autosport (2014)
Review
Grid: Autosport is a racing game developed by Codemasters and published by Codemasters and Feral Interactive. It was released on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Windows, OS X, and Linux in June 2014. The game is the sequel to 2008’s Race Driver: Grid and the fourth installment in the Grid series.
Grid: Autosport features over 100 tracks across 22 incredible locations, the return of in-car view, authentic handling, and the world’s most exciting contemporary and classic high-performance racing cars.
The game’s career mode is divided into five disciplines: Touring Cars, Open-Wheel, Endurance, Street Racing, and Tuner. Each discipline features a unique set of challenges and rewards. Players can choose to specialize in a single discipline or conquer them all.
In addition to the career mode, Grid: Autosport also features a number of other game modes, including:
- Time Trial: Players can race against the clock on any of the game’s tracks.
- Online Multiplayer: Players can race against each other online in a variety of different modes.
- Split-screen Multiplayer: Players can race against each other on the same screen.
- Custom Events: Players can create their own custom races with their own rules and settings.
Gameplay
Grid: Autosport is a racing game that simulates the experience of driving a real race car. The game’s physics engine is designed to provide realistic handling and car dynamics. The game also features a number of different assists that can be turned on or off to make the game more accessible to players of all skill levels.
The game’s career mode is designed to be challenging and rewarding. Players must complete a series of races in each discipline in order to progress. As players progress, they will earn new cars and upgrades.
The game’s online multiplayer mode is also very competitive. Players can race against each other in a variety of different modes, including standard races, time trials, and endurance races.
Graphics and Sound
Grid: Autosport features stunning graphics that bring the game’s tracks and cars to life. The game’s sound design is also top-notch, with realistic engine noises and tire squeals.
Overall
Grid: Autosport is a fantastic racing game that offers a lot of content and variety. The handling is authentic, the tracks are challenging, and the cars are beautiful. Whether you’re a casual fan or a hardcore sim racer, you’ll find something to love in Grid: Autosport.
Score: 8.5/10
Pros:
- Realistic handling and car dynamics
- Stunning graphics
- Large variety of tracks and cars
- Challenging and rewarding career mode
- Competitive online multiplayer
Cons:
- Some of the tracks can be a bit too difficult
- The AI can be a bit too aggressive at times
Review Score
8.5/10