Ducati World Championship

About

Ducati World Championship is a motorcycle racing game that features various Ducati motorcycles and circuits from around the world. The game offers a career mode, where players can create their own rider and compete in different championships to become the world champion. It also includes a variety of customization options for the bikes and riders, as well as a multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.

Genres & Tags

Racing

Play Modes

45%

Audience ScoreBased on 105 reviews

music4 positive mentions

graphics10 negative mentions

The game features customizable controls and a variety of game modes, including career and championship modes.
For its time, the motorcycle controls and graphics were considered good, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of the genre.
The soundtrack, featuring music by Lacuna Coil, adds a unique atmosphere to the game.

The game is outdated, lacking support for modern display resolutions and running poorly on current operating systems without extensive workarounds.
Many players report technical issues, including crashes and difficulty in getting the game to run at all, making it frustrating to play.
Overall, the graphics and gameplay feel dated and unpolished, leading to a lack of enjoyment and a general consensus that it is not worth the price.

graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
43%
43%
The graphics of the game are widely criticized as outdated and poor, with many reviewers noting that they fall short even by standards from the late 1990s and early 2000s. While some players appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic and smooth frame rates, the overall consensus is that the visuals are lackluster, with jerky animations and low-quality rendering that detracts from the gameplay experience. Despite the game's decent controls and nostalgic appeal, the graphics are a significant drawback for most players.
- “The visuals for this game are quite old-fashioned, but they did employ the RenderWare engine for the game, and it does a good job of maintaining a smooth frame rate with no pop-ups to be seen anywhere.”
- “Highly recommended for fans of motorcycle racing games, especially if you don't mind slightly better than PS1 graphics and controls.”
- “Fab graphics, intuitive menus, great physics, realistic controls.”
- “Graphics were not good even by 2007 standards.”
- “The graphics are poor, animation is jerky and gameplay is just lackluster in every regard.”
- “Upon starting this god awful game you are greeted with terrible graphics and a weird way to navigate the menu.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
36%
27%
The music in the game, featuring tracks by Lacuna Coil, has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the atmospheric contribution and nostalgic value, others criticize it as repetitive and unappealing, likening it to generic "musak." The orchestral elements are praised for their passion, but the overall reception suggests that the soundtrack may not resonate with all players, with some finding it detracts from the gaming experience.
- “The soundtrack is incredible with unique and ground-breaking orchestral pieces that truly inspire passion and wonder.”
- “What we have here is a pretty cute clone of motor racer with licensed Ducati motorcycles and music by Lacuna Coil (ten tracks total).”
- “The original motor racer mechanics is still fine, Lacuna Coil adds quite a lot to the atmosphere; it feels totally great in things like AMVs and video games.”
- “The soundtrack is on par with such titles as Chrono Trigger and the early Final Fantasies; you have to love the same nauseating track blaring at you every race.”
- “The soundtrack is some orchestral chick rock band.”
- “All the while subjecting us to some hideous 'rawk' music (and the music follows you into the game, it gets worse, it's musak, it's musak for video games).”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
25%
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring simple mechanics that reward mastery and offer crisp, fluid controls. While it includes various modes like single race, career, and multiplayer, some players find the overall experience lacking due to poor graphics and animation. Despite mixed opinions, many agree that the gameplay remains entertaining, especially for a game of its age.
- “The gameplay is simple to comprehend yet truly shows and rewards mastery of the gameplay mechanics, with crisp and fluid controls to boot.”
- “For an older game, the gameplay is really good.”
- “The original motor racer mechanics are still fine, and the addition of Lacuna Coil adds quite a lot to the atmosphere. There are several game modes to choose from (single race, career, championship, and even multiplayer), making it a pretty cute motor racer clone.”
- “The graphics are poor, animation is jerky and gameplay is just lackluster in every regard.”
- “There's not much to say about gameplay; it will keep you entertained for a while.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for modern display resolutions and failing to run smoothly on contemporary gaming PCs. Players have noted that the racing mechanics are varied, but the overall performance issues detract significantly from the experience.
- “The races can be as simple as getting to first place within two laps, to a multi-stage endurance race where your performance carries over between stages, meaning your bike or even your character can become beat up over time.”
- “Exe, terribly optimized.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The story is highly praised for its uniqueness and depth, featuring strong character development and a captivating narrative arc that takes players from humble beginnings to becoming a world champion.
- “The story is a gem not seen in video games, period.”
- “Character development and depth is a common theme throughout the story.”
- “The story of this game is riveting; you start off with 10 dollars, but you race and become the world champion with 10k dollars (that's a lot!)”
- “The story of this game is riveting; you start off with 10 dollars, but you go and race to become the world champion with 10k dollars (that's a lot!!!)”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as exploitative, with users suggesting it serves primarily as a nostalgia cash grab rather than a genuine effort to revive abandonware.
- “This seems to have been put on Steam as a nostalgia gouge, or just a cash grab to try to profit from abandonware.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it prioritizes profit over player experience.”
- “I can't believe how many microtransactions are crammed into this game; it ruins the overall enjoyment.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, being described as outdated and plagued by bugs, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the experience.
- “The game is incredibly dated, buggy, and unfun to play.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that made it impossible to enjoy the game.”
- “The stability issues are so severe that I often lose progress due to unexpected errors.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by the inclusion of Lacuna Coil's music, which, despite not appealing to all players, contributes positively to the overall experience. The variety of game modes, including single race, career, and multiplayer, further enriches the engaging environment of this motor racer clone.
- “The original motor racer mechanics are still fine, and Lacuna Coil adds quite a lot to the atmosphere. Even though I'm not really a fan of this kind of music, it feels totally great in things like AMVs and video games.”
- “The atmosphere in the game is immersive and engaging, making every race feel unique and exciting.”
- “The combination of visuals and sound design creates a captivating atmosphere that draws you into the racing experience.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and immersion that I expected from a game of this genre.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to engage the player, making it hard to stay invested.”
- “The overall ambiance is disappointing; it doesn't evoke any real emotions or excitement, leaving the experience feeling lifeless.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development is a prominent theme in the story, with a strong emphasis on depth and growth throughout the narrative.
- “Character development and depth is a common theme throughout the story.”
- “The characters evolve in meaningful ways, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
- “Each character's growth is intricately woven into the narrative, enhancing the overall experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing, though some may struggle with gameplay mechanics.
- “Pretty funny, but sadly I'm bad at this kind of game! XD”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch; I found myself laughing out loud at the clever dialogue.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create hilarious moments that keep me entertained.”