RIDE 5

75%
Game Brain Score Based on 503 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • story
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Ride 5 is a gorgeous game, and features tons of bikes and racing aids to help you become the best in the world through a deep career mode.
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"RIDE 5" is a motorcycle racing simulation game that features a wide range of bikes and tracks from around the world. The game offers a variety of customization options for both bikes and riders, as well as a career mode and online multiplayer. With its advanced physics engine and realistic graphics, "RIDE 5" provides an immersive and thrilling racing experience.

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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 503 reviews
graphics34 positive mentions
stability5 negative mentions
  • The game features a great selection of tracks and bikes, providing a fun and engaging experience for motorcycle enthusiasts.
  • The handling model has improved significantly, making the racing feel more realistic and enjoyable once players adjust to the new physics.
  • Graphics and sound design have received positive feedback, with many players appreciating the visual fidelity and engine sounds of the bikes.
  • The AI behavior is inconsistent and often leads to frustrating collisions, detracting from the overall racing experience.
  • Many players feel that the game lacks sufficient content, with fewer bike models and tracks compared to previous entries in the series.
  • There are numerous bugs and glitches, particularly in endurance races, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to a less polished experience.
  • graphics71 mentions

    The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning bike models and improved visual fidelity compared to previous titles, particularly in terms of realism and detail. However, some players noted issues such as graphical downgrades, poor optimization, and a lack of significant improvements in track visuals. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered impressive, there are concerns about consistency and performance across different systems.

    • “Graphics are amazing, helmet cam gives crazy levels of immersion, wish there was VR support.”
    • “The graphics are fantastic; if you like racing games, this is a must-get game.”
    • “Pretty much everything you could ask for from a motorcycle racing game, they've nailed the game physics in terms of how the bikes feel and handle, the graphics are second to none for this kind of game with due attention to detail on all the bikes.”
    • “The graphics are poor by Unreal Engine standards.”
    • “Insane downgrade in graphics, everything just feels so plain, there isn't any color to bikes, riders, or nature.”
    • “There are many graphical bugs spanning from flickering textures, lighting popping in and out, and overall poor optimization that results in low FPS (sometimes sub 60 FPS on 1080 Ti and 5600X).”
  • gameplay27 mentions

    Gameplay in this racing game has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating the rewarding mechanics and improved handling compared to previous titles, but expressing frustration over unskippable cutscenes and a lack of customization options. While some find the driving experience visceral and engaging, others criticize the physics and controller feedback, suggesting that the game feels laggy and less responsive. Overall, the gameplay is seen as fun and stable, but it may require a learning curve and could benefit from further updates and refinements.

    • “Super visceral and incredibly rewarding gameplay.”
    • “The handling in this game, like every new Milestone game, requires some getting used to, and the tutorial leaves you out to dry, but with that being said, the actual gameplay of this one is the best of the series so far.”
    • “The driving mechanics are just as fun as Ride 4, but the AI feels way less suicidal, blindly rear-ending you off the road while chasing its own lines.”
    • “You can't square the turn off... as the levels of grip are superglue status along with the stupid standing the bike up mechanics they have introduced.”
    • “After that, you are also run through a bunch of unskippable cutscenes and introductions to the basic career mechanics... this intro is the worst part of the game.”
    • “As a gamer/designer that has actually raced motorcycles, I’ve done everything in my power to make the simulator experience as realistic as possible, but the problem is in the game physics/mechanics themselves; they are just inherently laggy and non-compliant.”
  • story16 mentions

    The game's story mode has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it feels underdeveloped and lacks depth compared to previous titles. While some appreciate the attempt to incorporate a narrative, they criticize its execution, citing rushed production and a lack of meaningful content. Overall, the story aspect seems to be seen as a missed opportunity, with players suggesting that the gameplay experience is better without it.

    • “Ride 4 is a much better experience, although Ride 5 has a bit better story.”
    • “So I'm 60 hours in and around 50% through the 'story'; it's enjoyable.”
    • “Many missions to go through, and as you finish one, it just opens up to more.”
    • “There isn't really a story mode; it's basically Forza Motorsport but with bikes.”
    • “The attempt at creating some sort of a story or narrative has also not really added anything of value to the game.”
    • “In my opinion, the story mode is a cool idea but done poorly, and the production seems rushed.”
  • optimization10 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game is praised for delivering stable performance, with some players achieving 144fps at 1440p on mid-range hardware. However, there are notable issues, including stuttering during dynamic weather changes and various graphical bugs that can lead to lower frame rates. While some improvements are recognized, the game still requires further optimization to address these inconsistencies.

    • “Also got to say, this game is really well optimized. For how good it looks, I hit a stable 144fps at 1440p on an RTX 3070, something you don't see in games very often now.”
    • “Optimization on this game is very good.”
    • “The animation is slower compared to Ride 4, but after riding the same bikes and track in Ride 5 as I did in Ride 4, with the same configuration and everything, I was getting the same performance in corners and lap times.”
    • “The only customization options you have are whether you want to keep the stock mirrors and plate holder or have them removed, along with some exhausts. There are no new wheels, and the only tire options available are slick or street tires from different brands that all provide the same performance.”
    • “Dynamic weather causes stuttering.”
    • “There are many graphical bugs, including flickering textures, lighting popping in and out, and overall poor optimization that results in low FPS (sometimes sub 60 FPS on 1080 Ti and 5600X).”
  • stability5 mentions

    The game's stability has been heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly disrupt gameplay, including game-breaking issues that prevent progression in career mode. Many recommend waiting for fixes before purchasing, as the current state is described as a "buggy mess."

    • “This game is a buggy mess, from visuals and sound bugs to game-breaking bugs like not being able to finish an endurance race after the clock hits 00:00.”
    • “Terrible, terrible bugs and glitches that literally break the game and do not let you continue the career mode.”
    • “I'd wait to buy until they sort out all the bugs and glitches and add some more content that's free and not $50 for the season pass, which on the Steam page doesn't come out until February anyways.”
  • emotional4 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a mix of frustration and satisfaction; players express annoyance at the overly sensitive physics that can lead to crashes from minor contact, yet they also appreciate improvements in AI and overall riding feel. The balance between challenge and enjoyment is evident, as players find the game more rewarding despite some lingering issues with stability on curbs.

  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding in career mode to be tedious and time-consuming, with repetitive pre-race narration detracting from the racing experience. Longtime fans of racing games express frustration over the lack of innovation in this aspect, wishing for a more streamlined and engaging gameplay experience.

    • “But the career mode is tedious.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The narration before races is tedious; those who have been playing racing games for years have had to endure this format for far too long. We just want to race.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as hit-or-miss, with some players finding moments of amusement in the AI's clumsy behavior, such as awkward movements and unexpected sharp turns. However, others feel that the humor falls flat, suggesting that it may not consistently deliver laughs.

    • “The ending is hilarious!”
    • “I literally saw an AI character push against two others to move them out, and it was just too funny.”
    • “I witnessed an AI performing a sharp turn at a low speed, and it almost made me laugh; it turned just like a bus with a swingarm extension, or like a freakin' bus in real life.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in Ride 4 is highly praised, with users noting that the menu music is particularly enjoyable and relaxing, earning a perfect score of 10/10. Overall, the sound design complements the game's graphics, contributing to an immersive racing experience. The newly added career guidance mode offers a more streamlined approach compared to other racing sims, enhancing the overall atmosphere.

    • “Overall, the music in Ride 4 is on point; the sound and graphics are probably the best of all racing sims. The newly added career guidance mode feels less like Forza with a giant box of a bunch of stuff, and a little more like an F1 or MotoGP career, but not quite.”
    • “The menu music is pretty chill.”
    • “The menu music is chilling and very good - 10/10.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization in the game is criticized for its reliance on microtransactions, with players noting a limited selection of motorcycles and the presence of multiple paid packs. Concerns are also raised about a potential season pass that may introduce repetitive content, reminiscent of previous titles.

    • “The motorcycle selection feels limited, but there is a lot of potential for microtransactions, as I can already see three paid packs available, and many motorcycles from Ride 4 are missing.”
    • “The monetization strategy seems to offer a variety of paid options, which could enhance the gameplay experience if implemented thoughtfully.”
    • “I appreciate that the game provides both free and paid content, allowing players to choose how they want to engage with the monetization system.”
    • “Oh, and last but not least, the motorcycle choices feel limited but are clearly filled with potential microtransactions, as I can already see three paid packs available and many motorcycles that were in Ride 4 are not here.”
    • “At least I didn't get the cash grab season pass that's going to flood this game with more of the same-looking bikes and the same old boring tracks we got in Ride 4...”
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Critic Reviews

80% average critic score

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Play time

8hMedian play time
32hAverage play time
7-60hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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