DDI Rally Championship
- January 13, 2024
- Dangerous Derk Interactive
Get on SteamDDI 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 .
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a nostalgic tribute to classic Sega Rally games, capturing the arcade feel with great graphics, sound design, and a fun driving experience.
- The driving model is enjoyable and intuitive, with a good sense of speed and rewarding drifting mechanics that enhance the gameplay.
- The developer is responsive to feedback and has shown commitment to improving the game, making it a promising project for fans of the genre.
- The game is currently in early access and feels incomplete, with issues such as poor handling, delayed controls, and inconsistent graphics that detract from the experience.
- Many players have reported frustrating gameplay due to twitchy car controls and collision physics that make it difficult to navigate tracks effectively.
- The game lacks depth in its current state, with limited content and features that may not justify the price for some players at this time.
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising their quality and aesthetic appeal, particularly in comparison to classic Sega titles. However, players note that there are some graphical glitches and inconsistencies across different tracks, indicating that the game is still a work in progress. Overall, while the visuals are promising, further polish and optimization are needed to enhance the overall experience.
“This is a great game with nice graphics. The only thing I have found is that the car feels very twitchy while turning and can be hard to control at times. I'm sure there will be a setting somewhere for that. I can't wait for the new games I've seen from you to come out.”
“From the great graphics to its faithful and thrilling arcade racing gameplay, this is the closest we will get to a good Sega Rally feeling game on Steam in any capacity.”
“You do get every bit of what made these games great: speed, awesome graphics, and great physics which perfectly blend realism and arcade handling so everything stays fast-paced.”
“The FPS and graphics side would be acceptable in early access, but the controls are not sorted yet, which needs to be a top priority.”
“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 lock yourself.”
- music10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its energetic and fitting nature that enhances the overall experience. However, some players express a desire for stage-specific music rather than a randomized selection, as they feel it would better capture the classic arcade racer vibe. The inclusion of a custom music feature is also highlighted as a significant positive aspect.
“Purple Dream would be a great fit to have on forest; it's a damn good song to get you pumped for a championship run!”
“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.”
“Music is alright, gets the job done.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to a wealth of content to explore and unlock, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the variety and the nostalgic tributes that encourage multiple playthroughs.
“There's plenty to explore here, ensuring high replay value.”
“Additionally, beyond the original selection, there's a lot to unlock, which definitely adds to the replay value. I recognized a few elements that are a clear tribute to other works.”
“Plus, on top of the original selection, there's a lot to be unlocked, which definitely adds some replay value - and I recognized a few that are a dead giveaway to the kind of tribute that is being paid here.”
- 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 significantly in the final release.
“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 game often freezes during key moments, which can be incredibly frustrating and takes away from the overall enjoyment.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its thrilling arcade racing experience, closely resembling the classic Sega Rally, complemented by impressive graphics that enhance the overall enjoyment.
“From the great graphics to its faithful and thrilling arcade racing gameplay, this is the closest we will get to a good Sega Rally feeling game on Steam in any capacity.”
