DDI Rally Championship

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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 .

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game is a fantastic homage to classic Sega Rally games, capturing the arcade feel with great graphics, sound design, and a fun driving model.
It features a solid foundation with multiple tracks and vehicles, offering replay value and a nostalgic experience for fans of the genre.
The developer is responsive to feedback and has shown commitment to improving the game, making it a promising title for the future.

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 the twitchy car controls and collision physics, making it difficult to enjoy the racing mechanics.
Some tracks lack character and elevation changes, leading to a less engaging racing experience compared to the original Sega Rally games.

graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
55%
15%
The graphics in this early access game are generally well-received, with many praising their quality and aesthetic appeal, particularly in certain tracks. However, players note that there are graphical glitches and inconsistencies across different environments, indicating that the game is still a work in progress. Overall, while the visuals are promising and evoke a nostalgic Sega rally feel, further polish and optimization are needed for a more cohesive experience.
- “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.”
- “Plays like Daytona USA 2, graphics are exactly what you would expect from Sega AM3, music is too, and the difficulty curve is very Sega-like.”
- “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 (forgot its name) looks kind of meh, and there are spots where you can lock yourself.”
- “The fps/graphics side would be acceptable in early access, but the controls are not sorted yet, which needs to be a top priority.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
45%
15%
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 selection instead of randomization, as they feel it would better capture the classic arcade racing vibe. The inclusion of a custom music feature is highlighted as a significant positive aspect, allowing players to tailor their experience.
- “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.”
- “Bless the developer for including a custom music feature, one of the best inclusions in my opinion.”
- “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.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game offers significant replayability, featuring a wealth of content to explore and numerous unlockable elements that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the variety and the nostalgic tributes embedded within the gameplay, encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “There's a lot to be unlocked, which definitely adds to the replay value, and I recognized a few elements that are a clear tribute to other works.”
- “Plenty to explore here with high replay value.”
- “The game offers a wealth of content that encourages multiple playthroughs.”
- “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.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates good optimization, but users report occasional graphical glitches due to its incomplete status as an early access title. Many acknowledge that the final product is expected to differ significantly from the current version.
- “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.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is praised for its thrilling arcade racing experience, closely resembling the classic Sega Rally feel, complemented by impressive graphics. Players find it to be a standout title for arcade racing enthusiasts on Steam.
- “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.”