DDI Rally Championship
- January 13, 2024
- Dangerous Derk Interactive
DDI Rally Championship is an exhilarating arcade-style rally game, inspired by classics from the 90s. With five selectable vehicles and courses, dynamic time of day and weather, and full controller support, it offers a pick-up-and-play experience. Championship, Time Trial, and Practice modes are included, with leaderboards, unlockable content, and more features in development .
Reviews
- The game features phenomenal graphics and sound design, capturing the essence of classic Sega Rally.
- It offers a fun arcade driving experience with a good sense of speed and potential for replayability.
- The game is a promising tribute to Sega Rally, with a solid foundation and enjoyable gameplay mechanics.
- The handling model is criticized for being overly twitchy and difficult to control, detracting from the driving experience.
- The game feels incomplete and lacks polish, with some tracks appearing generic and graphical glitches present.
- Many players feel the game is not worth its current price due to its early access state and the need for significant improvements.
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its energetic and fitting sound design, enhancing the overall fun and immersive experience. However, some players express a desire for the ability to select music for each stage, as the randomized tracks can disrupt the intended vibe of different levels. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's arcade racing charm, reminiscent of classic titles.
“Great physics, awesome sound design, nice car models (fun alternate liveries too!), great music, and just... it's damn fun to play.”
“Great sounds, energetic music and lively colors make this a fun game to come back to and try to master each course, the speedruns for this game already look insanely cool.”
“I also kind of wish the music was selectable per stage, rather than it being randomized on every playthrough.”
“Part of the classic arcade racer charm is that every stage has its own vibe, and the music plays a huge role in that.”
“I had an issue on stream where my first run randomized the same song for the first three stages.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with users noting a pleasing aesthetic in certain tracks, though some areas appear inconsistent and could benefit from further polish. While the game is still in early access and has some graphical glitches, players are optimistic about future improvements. Overall, the visuals align with expectations for a Sega-inspired title, but there is a desire for more refined and cohesive graphics across all courses.
“This is a great game with nice graphics. I'm sure there will be a setting somewhere for the car's twitchy handling, but I can't wait for the new games I've seen from you to come out.”
“The courses are aesthetically based on the original versions of Sega Rally courses.”
“Graphically, it's coming along beautifully.”
“Some constructive criticism: the game is optimized well, but as it's incomplete, there are some graphical glitches here and there. I know the game is a 'work in progress,' so the final product will be slightly to very different from the early access version.”
“What I'd like to see is more polished tracks and overall graphics, because it feels inconsistent. For example, the first track, the forest, is very pleasing to the eye and properly made; however, the second track (forgot its name) looks kind of meh, and there are spots where you can get stuck.”
“Really early development game, definitely a work in progress. Short, but I would recommend helping the developer because this is a really good Sega Rally arcade clone. I am sure the developer will be fixing the graphics and sound, but it's okay for now.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates good optimization, but users report occasional graphical glitches due to its incomplete status as an early access title. Overall, players acknowledge that stability may improve as development progresses.
“The game is optimized well, but as it's incomplete, there are some graphical glitches here and there. I know the game is a 'work in progress,' so the final product will be slightly to very different from the early access version.”
“I've experienced frequent crashes that disrupt gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
“The stability issues are frustrating; I often encounter lag and unexpected freezes that ruin the immersion.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight a strong replay value, indicating that there is a wealth of content and experiences that encourage players to return to the game multiple times.
“There's plenty to explore here, ensuring high replay value.”
“The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
“With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”