Rally Racer Dirt
- November 17, 2023
- Valvolex
"Rally Racer Dirt" is a drift-based racing game set on asphalt and dirt tracks with hills, offering realistic physics and detailed graphics. The game features realtime multiplayer, 13 rally cars with adjustable features, and two main modes: Challenge mode with 60 levels, and Survival mode. It was released for Android in January 2015, for iOS in March 2015, and will be available for WebGL on desktop and mobile devices in November 2023.
Reviews
- The game features excellent graphics and realistic driving physics, making it a standout in mobile rally games.
- Players appreciate the challenging gameplay and the ability to tune and customize their cars for different tracks.
- The controls are generally well-received, with many players enjoying the responsive handling and drift mechanics.
- Many players have expressed frustration with the lack of multiplayer functionality and difficulty finding opponents online.
- The game has been criticized for its repetitive tracks and limited variety, leading to boredom after extended play.
- Some users have reported issues with control button sizes and placements, making it difficult to steer and accelerate effectively.
- graphics193 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and realism, especially after updates. However, some users express a desire for further improvements, particularly in terms of detail and performance on lower-end devices. While the graphics are generally considered good, there are calls for enhancements to elevate the visual experience even more.
“The graphics are nice.”
“Great graphics, realistic, fun and challenging.”
“Absolutely amazing game that is exactly equal to the given graphics in the above thumbnails amazing control.”
“The graphics have been updated but every other aspect is a total downgrade.”
“The new graphics have made areas with shadows dim and severely reduce visibility.”
“The graphics are too sharp and the engine sounds don't sound good at all.”
- gameplay36 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its smooth controls, solid mechanics, and engaging experience, particularly in the rally genre. While many users appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the gameplay, some express a desire for improved graphics and customizable controls. The game is noted for its excellent physics and a strong sense of speed, making it a standout choice for fans of mobile racing games.
“The controlling feels so nice, like those arcade-style gameplay at the tip of your fingers.”
“Runs very smoothly on my older phone and the gameplay is phenomenal for its genre.”
“Absolutely sensational, the graphics and the gameplay is just amazing.”
“Amazing, could do with better graphics for the floor level as it's hard to know when and where to steer, which messes up my gameplay skills and knowing when to steer.”
“Gameplay-wise it's excellent, but better graphics and a working multiplayer will make it perfect.”
“Exceptional gameplay, just need updated maps and improved multiplayer gameplay waiting time.”
- monetization21 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 71 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency of ads, even after purchasing ad-free options. While some appreciate the ability to earn in-game currency by watching ads, others find the cost of cars and upgrades disproportionately high, making it difficult to progress without additional purchases. Overall, players desire a more balanced approach to monetization that enhances gameplay without overwhelming them with advertisements.
“Good game, but the rate of earning cash to the price of cars and upgrades is just horrible, making the game very hard if one doesn't make in-game purchases.”
“No ads and great graphics.”
“Great game for mobile! I purchased the no ads option, and it's the same as Dirt Rally 2.0, except this is for mobile.”
“Get rid of the repetitive ads, please.”
“Good game, but I paid for ad-free and still constantly get ads!”
“Good game but the rate of earning cash to the price of cars and upgrades is just horrible, making the game very hard if one doesn't make in-game purchases.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game receives mixed feedback. While players appreciate the sleek UI, controls, and graphics, they report issues with performance, particularly in certain environments, and express a desire for more features, such as customizable cars and additional tracks. Frequent requests for updates indicate that players feel the game could benefit from improved performance and expanded content.
“When you have a truckload of features like tuning performance, and the level of polish is reflected in a sleek UI, insane challenges, and drift and race combos, then it's hard not to like this game.”
“Its amazing controls make it easier to drive, and you can see your performance on a video after you drive.”
“Hi developers, congratulations for making this game! It is the best game available on this platform. Please change the sounds and performance of the cars as per the models, and adding more different places to race could make it awesome.”
“The game is quite lacking when it comes to its features and performance of the cars because in some modes of the game, when racing against time, it seems to show that there is another car that performs the stunts before the player can restart the game.”
“The game is okay, but it needs updates; we want new tracks, new performance cars, new challenges, or even an online mode where players can compete for new stuff.”
“Hi developers, congratulations on making this game. It is the best game available on this platform, but please change the sounds and performance of the cars as per the models, and more different places to race could make it awesome.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with players suggesting the addition of a more engaging narrative or storyline to enhance the experience. While the missions and maps are considered interesting, there is a desire for more variety in tracks, weather conditions, and gameplay modes, including a free drive option and multiplayer features. Overall, players feel that the current story elements do not fully capitalize on the game's potential.
“This game is good though, but we need free drive (basically not mission mode).”
“But there is a problem about missions or tracks; please add more tracks and different weather conditions.”
“One recommendation would be to add a storyline or dirt bikes.”
“But there is a problem about mission or tracks; please add more tracks and different weather conditions and please add some multiplayer mode to play with Wi-Fi.”
“In career mode, start the race and don't move the car forward; take the car backward and first complete your drift, then complete your mission.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is inconsistent, with users reporting occasional glitches such as incorrect directional controls and freezing issues that hinder gameplay. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these problems, others have experienced significant frustration, leading to uninstallation. Overall, stability issues are a notable concern, impacting the overall user experience.
“Few glitches I've never seen before; turn left and it goes right, not always, but it does.”
“Can someone help me? I can play online with a computer, but it glitches.”
“Yeah, this game won't open; it basically just freezes my screen. I hate it, waste of space, I'm uninstalling it.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users believe that incorporating an open-world design would enhance replayability by introducing new routes and exploration opportunities.
“Making it open world would further open new routes and increase replay value.”
“Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices means that replaying the game feels like a chore.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that while the game's music is enjoyable, the addition of licensed car brands and songs would enhance the overall experience, though it may come at an increased cost.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find that grinding for money to purchase cars is extremely challenging and often feels nearly impossible, leading to frustration in the gameplay experience.
“Grinding for money to buy a car is nearly impossible.”
“The grinding mechanics feel tedious and repetitive.”
“It takes an excessive amount of time to level up, making the game feel like a chore.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game features enjoyable drifting mechanics and solid physics, players feel that the emotional impact is somewhat diminished due to the need for adjustments in the control responsiveness.