Race: The WTCC Game
- November 23, 2006
- SimBin
"Race: The WTCC Game" is a simulation racing game that allows players to experience the World Touring Car Championship. The game features real-life tracks, cars, and drivers from the 2006 WTCC season, as well as a range of customization options for the cars. Players can compete in various game modes, including career mode, quick race, and time trial, with the aim of becoming the WTCC champion.
Reviews
- The game offers a great user interface with extensive options for graphics and gameplay customization.
- Despite its age, the game provides enjoyable racing experiences with well-behaved AI and good driving physics.
- It's a solid choice for lower-end systems, making it accessible for players with older hardware.
- The graphics and overall presentation feel outdated compared to modern racing games, which may deter some players.
- Many users experienced technical issues, including crashes and difficulty starting the game, especially on newer systems.
- The limited selection of cars and tracks, along with the lack of updates, makes the game feel small and less appealing compared to newer titles.
- graphics14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game, released in 2006, are generally considered good for its age, with many users appreciating the customizable options and decent performance even on lower-end systems. While some acknowledge that the visuals are outdated compared to modern titles, the overall quality and physics are still enjoyable, making it a solid experience for its time. However, expectations for stunning visuals should be tempered, as the graphics do not compete with contemporary games.
“The game works well enough, has customizable controls, and displays well in 4K with a number of graphics customization options, thus meeting the minimum standard for any PC game.”
“This game was released in 2006 and has better graphics and play value than the new Call of Duty games.”
“Huge bonus - great graphics for a game made in the last decade, and is still fully capable of being played on lower-end PCs/laptops.”
“Okay, the graphics are outdated, but the physics are great and the force feedback really isn't bad.”
“The interface or graphics, whichever one you want to call it, look old compared to my other games.”
“Physics feels good, cars are enough - as long as you accept it is WTCC - but, of course, it is an old game; the graphics are not fancy but it still feels like you are in the game.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers extensive customization options, particularly for graphics and gameplay settings; however, some users have reported significant issues, including crashes that prevent normal operation and hinder gameplay recording.
“So many options to tweak, especially graphics and gameplay options.”
“Game crashed, can't open it normally and can't record gameplay anymore.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its lack of stability, with users reporting numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience, leading to a consensus that it is not worth the investment.
“Don't waste your money on this; it's boring and buggy.”
“The game crashes constantly, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced frequent freezes and glitches that ruined my experience.”