Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Simulator, Sport
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Focus Entertainment
- Publishers: Cyanide Studio
Pro Cycling Manager 2015: The Ultimate Cycling Management Simulation
Introduction
Pro Cycling Manager 2015 is the latest installment in the popular cycling management simulation series. Developed by Cyanide Studios and published by Focus Home Interactive, the game allows players to take on the role of a sporting director for one of 90 professional cycling teams. With over 200 competitions and 550 stages to conquer, including the prestigious Tour de France 2015, Pro Cycling Manager 2015 offers an incredibly immersive and challenging experience for cycling enthusiasts.
Gameplay
As the sporting director of your chosen team, you are responsible for all aspects of management, both on and off the bike. This includes:
- Recruitment and Personnel Management: Scout and sign new riders to your team, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. Manage your riders’ contracts, salaries, and training programs to keep them happy and performing at their best.
- Finances and Sponsorship: Manage your team’s finances, including income from sponsorships, race winnings, and merchandise sales. Negotiate contracts with sponsors to secure additional funding and benefits for your team.
- Race Calendar and Strategy: Plan your team’s race calendar, selecting which races to participate in and which riders to send to each race. Develop race strategies and tactics to give your riders the best chance of victory.
During races, you take on the role of directeur sportif, making crucial decisions that can affect the outcome of the race. You can give orders to your riders, such as when to attack, when to conserve energy, and when to work together as a team. You can also manage your team’s equipment and tactics, such as choosing the right wheels and tires for the conditions.
Features
Pro Cycling Manager 2015 boasts a number of features that make it the most realistic and immersive cycling management simulation to date. These features include:
- Official Tour de France 2015: Race on the official route of the 2015 Tour de France, complete with all 21 stages and iconic climbs such as Alpe d’Huez and Mont Ventoux.
- Realistic Physics and AI: Experience realistic bike handling and physics, with AI opponents that behave like real cyclists. The game’s AI system simulates rider fatigue, injuries, and morale, making each race a unique and challenging experience.
- Extensive Customization Options: Customize your team’s kits, jerseys, and bikes with a wide range of options. You can also create your own riders and teams, allowing you to tailor the game to your own preferences.
Graphics and Presentation
Pro Cycling Manager 2015 features stunning graphics that bring the world of professional cycling to life. The game’s visuals have been overhauled to provide a more realistic and immersive experience, with detailed rider models, realistic environments, and dynamic weather effects. The game’s presentation is also top-notch, with slick menus and informative race commentary.
Conclusion
Pro Cycling Manager 2015 is the ultimate cycling management simulation, offering an incredibly deep and rewarding experience for fans of the sport. With its realistic gameplay, extensive features, and stunning graphics, Pro Cycling Manager 2015 is the perfect way to experience the thrill of managing a professional cycling team. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newcomer to the world of cycling management, Pro Cycling Manager 2015 is sure to provide hours of enjoyment.
Review Score
8.5/10
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