RDS - The Official Drift Videogame
- June 6, 2019
- Drift Physics Crew
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"RDS - The Official Drift Videogame" is a drifting simulation game that features realistic drift physics and handling. Compete in various drift events and upgrade your car to improve its performance. With a wide range of customization options, players can create their own unique drifting machine.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Great graphics and fun gameplay, especially for drifting with friends.
- Decent physics and easy to pick up for beginners, making it enjoyable for casual players.
- Offers a good selection of cars and tracks, with potential for customization and upgrades.
- Lacks a cockpit view for VR, which significantly reduces immersion and realism.
- Many players report issues with controller support and long loading times, making the game frustrating to play.
- Feels like a cash grab with limited content and features compared to its predecessor, Furidashi.
- graphics36 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the overall visual quality and smooth performance, while others criticize it for not meeting modern standards, likening it to older or mobile games. The art style, particularly of the cars, is praised for its modern and customizable look, though some aspects, like scenery and smoke effects, are noted as needing improvement. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, they are not the standout feature of the game.
“Very realistic drifting, beginner friendly, nice graphics and sounds.”
“Brilliant game, better with DLC packs, graphics are great although the scenery could be worked on, runs very smooth and is great fun.”
“The graphics are lovely and it runs nicely as it's not an over-demanding game.”
“Cars sound nice when drifted, smoke particles could use an update, and the graphics are not that good by today's standards but it's lookable through.”
“The RX7 seriously comes with an SR20... graphics are about on par with common cell phone games.”
“I'm not one of those who values only graphics in the game, but for a game that came out in 2019, it looks quite bad.”
- gameplay24 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness, good graphics, and enjoyable mechanics, particularly in multiplayer settings. While some players appreciate the realistic physics and control mechanics, others criticize the arcade-like feel that detracts from a more authentic driving experience. Overall, the game offers a balance of fun solo and with friends, alongside easy-to-understand tuning and customization options.
“Smooth gameplay with no crashes/lag whatsoever.”
“Great physics, smooth gameplay, big options of customization.”
“This game has the best control mechanics for your car.”
“Realistic mechanic gameplay.”
“I'm reviewing after about an hour's gameplay, but I've managed to drift reasonably well for a novice in it.”
“Tuning/upgrade mechanics are easy to understand, and the physics are really good in this game.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is widely criticized as a cash grab, indicating that players feel the game prioritizes profit over player experience and value.
“This game feels like a cash grab.”
“The monetization strategy is just a cash grab.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is criticized for poor performance at 1440p, which is described as laggy and unplayable, while 1080p runs adequately on lower settings. This suggests that the game may not be well-optimized compared to other titles.
“1080p runs smoothly on my overclocked 780 with everything set to low, but 1440p on low is laggy and unplayable, which is not the case in many other optimized games.”
“1080p runs fine on my overclocked 780 with everything on low, but 1440p on low is laggy and unplayable, which is not the case in many other optimized games.”
“1080p runs fine on my overclocked 780 with everything on low, but 1440p on low is laggy and unplayable, which is not the case in many other optimized games.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for resembling that of a mobile game, suggesting it lacks depth and originality.
“The music sounds like it belongs in a mobile game.”
“The music feels very much like it was taken from a mobile game.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express disappointment with the game's emotional impact, feeling it fails to evoke the nostalgia and enjoyment associated with previous titles like "Life for Speed." The sentiment is strong enough that some are seeking refunds, indicating a lack of emotional connection and satisfaction with the current experience.
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in Furidashi to be less tedious and more fulfilling compared to other games, although concerns about the lack of updates persist.
