MotoGP™15

About

MotoGP 15 is a motorcycle racing game that lets you compete in the 2015 MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3 championships on 18 circuits. The career mode now includes the option to create your own personal team, and the AI and physics have been improved for a more realistic racing experience. The game also features a new game mode where you can compete against the times set by real-life riders.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 467 reviews

graphics47 positive mentions

stability16 negative mentions

Great graphics and handling, providing an enjoyable racing experience.
Offers a steep learning curve that rewards patience and skill development.
Good for low-end PC gamers and works well on platforms like Steam Deck.

Frequent crashes and bugs, particularly in career mode and online features.
Controls can be unresponsive and difficult to master, especially without a controller.
Limited improvements over previous versions, making it feel like a reskin rather than a new game.

graphics
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting improvements over previous versions, particularly in the detail of bikes and tracks. However, some users feel that the graphics still fall short of modern standards, citing issues like graphical glitches and a lack of significant advancements since earlier titles. Overall, while the visuals are generally considered good, they are not universally praised, with some players expressing disappointment in their quality relative to expectations.
- “The visuals of the bikes/riders and track are great now.”
- “Tracks and graphics are amazing.”
- “Great graphics and textures.”
- “Graphics wise, this game is still pretty poor; I don't see much of a difference from last year's edition, and some tracks look pretty empty.”
- “There is a fun game here somewhere, but I just can't enjoy it with the crappy visuals and poor sound.”
- “Some annoying bugs, mediocre online, and average graphics prevent this from surpassing Namco's efforts in the 2000s.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
25%
8%
The gameplay in MotoGP 15 is generally praised for its solid mechanics, smooth physics, and entertaining racing experience, with features like a rewind option enhancing the overall enjoyment. While some users noted issues with traction control and keyboard/mouse performance, the game offers a variety of modes and challenges that keep it engaging. Overall, it delivers a satisfying experience for racing enthusiasts, despite its last-gen visuals.
- “While it's not visually amazing, MotoGP 15 delivers a spectacular racing experience thanks to solid gameplay and a great scale of challenge.”
- “Gameplay and physics are the best they've been for a while, though there still appears to be some traction/wheelie control even when you have it turned off.”
- “Superb gameplay, tons of gameplay modes that never get bland.”
- “[graphics fail in comparison to the quality of gameplay.]”
- “Summary: MotoGP 15 is a good motorcycle racing game; however, it definitely feels last-gen, but for purists, the mechanics are certainly there.”
- “It's like watching Rossi raging because it's raining on race day and he has no setup, because his mechanic brought in a new bike.”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant performance issues, particularly on lower-spec devices like the Asus Zenbook. However, others report improvements after redownloading the game, noting smoother graphics and enhanced physics. Overall, the latest version appears to offer better performance and fewer bugs compared to previous iterations.
- “What I really like is the way you have to build up to your best performance in each session, just as the riders do in reality.”
- “Nice physics, optimized graphics, official teams and brands...”
- “The rider animations have been improved - now the riders' heads move properly in the turn and there is even more body movement - what this does is it gives you more scope to push every last drop of performance out of the bikes.”
- “Bad optimization.”
- “Better to get the latest version of the game because of performance issues.”
- “My first review of this game was negative because I had terrible jerking and stuttering graphics.”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, glitches, and unexpected lag that can render it unplayable. Players have reported crashes and poor control responsiveness, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction, particularly in online racing modes. Overall, many reviewers suggest that the game's stability problems make it not worth the investment, especially for those who already own previous versions.
- “But the game would lag unexpectedly to unplayable levels; such a pathetic, buggy piece of shit.”
- “Too many glitches, bad running (sometimes can't even get out of the game, and I've got newish running gear) and where on earth did Milestone get the bike sounds from?”
- “Buggy, controls are crap, game crashes, not worth 30 quid.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features standout tracks like "Brno Apologies" and "Catalunya's Music: Want No Regrets," which have been positively highlighted by users for their engaging and memorable qualities.
- “To hear 'Brno Apologies' and 'Catalunya's Music: Want No Regrets' is an unforgettable experience.”
- “The music in this game feels repetitive and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to enhance the overall gaming experience.”
- “I found the music to be quite forgettable, which detracted from the immersion of the game.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game is noted for its high replayability, with multiple users emphasizing its strong value in encouraging repeated playthroughs.
- “The game has high replay value.”
- “The game has high replay value.”
- “The game offers a lot of replayability with its diverse choices and outcomes.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story mode is generally engaging, but players express frustration with unresolved glitches in the online racing component, which detracts from the overall experience.