Summary
- Release Year: 2004
- Genres: Racing, Sport
- Platforms: PlayStation 2
- Developers: Evolution Studios
- Publishers: Sony Computer Entertainment
WRC 4 (2004): The Ultimate Rally Racing Experience
WRC 4, released in 2004, is the fourth installment in the officially licensed FIA World Rally Championship series. It features all the cars, tracks, and drivers from the real-world 2004 season, and is widely considered to be one of the best rally racing games ever made.
Gameplay
WRC 4 offers a wide range of gameplay modes, including a career mode, single races, time trials, and online multiplayer. The career mode is particularly well-developed, and allows players to create their own driver and team, and progress through the ranks of the WRC.
The gameplay is realistic and challenging, with a variety of surfaces and weather conditions to contend with. The cars handle realistically, and the physics are very good. The game also features a co-driver who provides pace notes, which is essential for staying on track and avoiding accidents.
Graphics and Sound
WRC 4’s graphics are excellent for its time. The cars and tracks are all very detailed, and the game runs smoothly even on older hardware. The sound is also very good, with realistic engine noises and crowd sounds.
Cars and Tracks
WRC 4 features a wide variety of cars and tracks from the 2004 WRC season. All of the major manufacturers are represented, including Subaru, Mitsubishi, Ford, and Peugeot. The tracks are also very diverse, with a mix of gravel, asphalt, and snow stages.
Overall
WRC 4 is an excellent rally racing game that captures the excitement and challenge of the real-world sport. With its detailed graphics, realistic physics, and a huge variety of tracks and cars, WRC 4 is a must-play for any fan of racing games.
Detailed Review
Career Mode
The career mode in WRC 4 is one of the most well-developed and rewarding in any racing game. Players start by creating their own driver and team, and then progress through the ranks of the WRC by competing in a series of races. As players progress, they will earn money and experience points, which can be used to upgrade their car and team.
The career mode is very challenging, but it is also very rewarding. Players will need to be consistent and strategic in order to succeed. They will also need to be able to adapt to a variety of surfaces and weather conditions.
Gameplay
The gameplay in WRC 4 is realistic and challenging. The cars handle realistically, and the physics are very good. The game also features a co-driver who provides pace notes, which is essential for staying on track and avoiding accidents.
The game offers a variety of difficulty levels, so players of all skill levels can enjoy it. The easy difficulty level is perfect for beginners, while the hard difficulty level will challenge even the most experienced rally racing fans.
Graphics and Sound
WRC 4’s graphics are excellent for its time. The cars and tracks are all very detailed, and the game runs smoothly even on older hardware. The sound is also very good, with realistic engine noises and crowd sounds.
The game’s graphics are not as good as some of the more recent WRC games, but they are still very good for a game that was released in 2004.
Cars and Tracks
WRC 4 features a wide variety of cars and tracks from the 2004 WRC season. All of the major manufacturers are represented, including Subaru, Mitsubishi, Ford, and Peugeot. The tracks are also very diverse, with a mix of gravel, asphalt, and snow stages.
The game features a total of 16 tracks, which is a lot for a rally racing game. The tracks are all very different, and they offer a variety of challenges.
Overall
WRC 4 is an excellent rally racing game that captures the excitement and challenge of the real-world sport. With its detailed graphics, realistic physics, and a huge variety of tracks and cars, WRC 4 is a must-play for any fan of racing games.
Score: 9/10
Review Score
9/10
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