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MotoGP™13

A great, complex, involving game, that with several changes could have achieved true greatness.
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80%Game Brain Score
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stability, optimization
81% User Score Based on 389 reviews
Critic Score 78%Based on 3 reviews

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MotoGP™13 is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Milestone S.r.l. and was released on June 20, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

2013 Riders, teams and tracks; both simulation and accessible bike handling with scalable aids; photorealistic graphics with TV style interface; ingame voice over by official MotoGP™ commentators; first person elements such as the helmet view and 3D pits to put you in the rider’s shoes. This is MotoGP™13, the official MotoGP™ videogame: try Career Mode, rising from a Moto3™ wildcard to the MotoGP™…

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Audience ScoreBased on 389 reviews
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stability8 negative mentions
  • The game offers a nostalgic experience for long-time fans of the MotoGP series, capturing the essence of motorcycle racing with realistic physics and handling.
  • The career mode is engaging, allowing players to start from lower classes and work their way up, providing a rewarding sense of progression.
  • Despite its age, the game runs well on low-end PCs and offers a variety of customization options for both bikes and riders.
  • Many players experience freezing issues, particularly when loading DLC content or connecting to the internet, which can severely disrupt gameplay.
  • The graphics and sound design feel dated compared to modern standards, with some players noting that the visuals do not hold up well over time.
  • The AI can be inconsistent, sometimes behaving aggressively or passively, which can lead to frustrating racing experiences.
  • graphics
    75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, reflecting its 2013 release, with many reviewers noting that they do not meet modern standards. While some players appreciate the clean visuals and atmospheric representation of MotoGP events, others criticize the texture quality and occasional graphical glitches. Overall, the graphics are deemed adequate for gameplay, but they lack the polish and detail found in more recent titles.

    • “The graphics engine, while not cutting-edge by today’s standards, captures the atmosphere of televised MotoGP events effectively.”
    • “The graphics hold up pretty well, the tracks have their own distinct looks and there are some nice little details here and there.”
    • “Gameplay is so much fun, the career is long and immersive, and the graphics are just stunning.”
    • “The graphics are out of date even for 2013; the sound of the motorcycles is terrible and the physics are awful.”
    • “Graphics look like they are from 2007, but hey, still better than those from 2014.”
    • “The graphics quality is mediocre and it requires a better graphics card.”
  • gameplay
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay in this title is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the mechanics and the engaging experience it offers, especially for newcomers due to various driving aids. However, some users noted issues such as aggressive AI, minor visual bugs, and a lack of polish that detracts from the overall experience. While the game is considered fun and immersive, especially in career mode, comparisons to newer versions highlight its limitations in graphics and gameplay refinement.

    • “The gameplay itself is good.”
    • “Gameplay is so much fun, the career is long and immersive, and the graphics are just stunning.”
    • “The mechanics are well-made and clearly represent the MotoGP that I usually watch on TV.”
    • “These small but noticeable issues prevent the gameplay from feeling as polished as its ambition suggests.”
    • “Being graphical bugs or even gameplay bugs that screwed me up in some races, at least they felt like glitches but anyway.”
    • “Any of the last 3 MotoGP games are better in pretty much every aspect including the last one that Milestone themselves made back in '08... yes, the game made by the same company 5 years ago had better visuals, audio, gameplay, simulation... it even had better controller feedback.”
  • stability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with users reporting frequent freezes during startup and loading screens, particularly when connecting to servers or watching videos. While some players have noted that it runs well on lower settings and on the Steam Deck, graphical glitches and occasional gameplay bugs detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many still find the game enjoyable and worth the price.

    • “Well worth the price and also runs great on Steam Deck despite the bronze rating.”
    • “It runs great at low settings.”
    • “Tried on 2 different PCs, both NVIDIA + Intel, with the latest Windows updates and drivers, still freezes.”
    • “When launching the game, it tries to connect to the servers, but since they are offline now, the game just freezes before making it to the main menu.”
    • “Freezes on the main menu and doesn't unfreeze.”
  • optimization
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization on PC is stable with good visual scaling, but it shows its age in texture quality and lighting. While players can achieve 1080p at 60 fps with max details, inconsistent frame rates and stuttering issues persist, particularly when using certain graphical settings like FSAA and Vsync. Customization options for bike performance are a positive aspect, but the optimization could be improved, especially for newer hardware.

    • “There's a lot of customization on the bike (performance-wise) which lets you experiment with the game.”
    • “Good game and well optimized.”
    • “On PC, performance is stable, and the visuals scale well across systems, but the game’s age shows in its texture quality and lighting detail.”
    • “Now it can run at 1920x1080 at 60 fps with max details and with the game recorder running, but the frame rate is a little inconsistent and there's a bit of stuttering.”
    • “Performance cap at 30 fps when Vsync is on, unable to override it using the NVIDIA control panel.”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soundtrack while others find it generic and unremarkable. Many users prefer to play without music, focusing instead on the sound of the bikes, which is generally considered decent. Overall, while the music may not enhance the experience significantly, it does not detract from the gameplay.

    • “I like this one better than MotoGP 14, except for the graphics; the controls and physics are okay, kind of heavy while cornering, but it's okay, and hey, it has a good soundtrack!”
    • “There are some good music tracks, and the sound of the bikes doesn't sound bad.”
    • “The sound is good because I usually keep my music on while I play games.”
    • “Zero race music, rubber band AI, and a pretty generic game.”
    • “The sound of engines is okay, but the music is generally lame and worthless. It doesn't seriously damage the game experience, but I thought it was worth mentioning.”
    • “I never play with music, just silence, headphones on, fully focused on the ride.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in MotoGP 13 is effectively captured through its graphics, which, while not cutting-edge, successfully evoke the essence of televised MotoGP events. The game features dark, rainy environments and muted colors that enhance the immersive experience, making it a standout title for fans of the sport. Overall, it is praised for its strong atmosphere and realistic physics, solidifying its status as one of the best entries in the series.

    • “In terms of atmosphere, MotoGP 13 succeeds in capturing the essence of professional racing.”
    • “A really nice game with a great atmosphere and excellent physics. As a fan of the sport and owner of every MotoGP game to date, MotoGP 13 has to be one of the best, if not the very best, MotoGP game ever made.”
    • “The graphics engine, while not cutting-edge by today’s standards, captures the atmosphere of televised MotoGP events effectively.”
    • “The thick dark clouds and the general atmosphere of a rainy environment; dark grey ambient lighting conditions and muted colors are spot on.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game primarily through its crash scenes and the amusing mishaps that occur, such as falling off bikes and unexpected bugs. While these moments provide plenty of laughs, some users also express frustration with technical issues that can detract from the overall experience.

    • “So funny when you keep falling from your bike because playing this game with a keyboard Overall, good game.”
    • “Best part is the crash scenes; I have some good laughing sessions with the replay.”
    • “My only main critique of this game is truly the bugs; they can be bothersome (or funny sometimes). On many occasions, the game would simply assume I was cutting a corner even when I was going straight.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is impacted by the controls, as players feel that slight joystick movements can lead to a choppy experience, detracting from the overall immersion and emotional connection to the gameplay.

  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story and campaign elements of the game are generally well-received, with players appreciating the engaging narrative and character development. Many highlight the plot's depth and emotional resonance, which enhance the overall gaming experience. However, some users feel that certain story arcs could have been more fleshed out or resolved.

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MotoGP™13 is a racing game.

MotoGP™13 is available on PC, Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and others.

On average players spend around 11 hours playing MotoGP™13.

MotoGP™13 was released on June 20, 2013.

MotoGP™13 was developed by Milestone S.r.l..

MotoGP™13 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

MotoGP™13 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include RIDE, MotoGP17, MotoGP20, MXGP: The Official Motocross Videogame, RIDE 4 and others.