RUGBY 18

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RUGBY 18 is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by Eko Software and was released on October 26, 2017. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.

"RUGBY 18" is a sports simulation game that offers a complete rugby experience with official teams and championships from the 2017-2018 season, including the Aviva Premiership Rugby, PRO14, TOP 14, PRO D2, and national teams. The game features intuitive controls, innovative gameplay, and various modes, such as Career, League, Match of the Week, and My Squad, allowing players to build their dream team and compete against friends. Experience the intensity of the greatest matches and manage your favorite club in this extensive rugby simulation.

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Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

gameplay6 negative mentions

The game has a decent representation of rugby union on the pitch, making it enjoyable for fans of the sport.
Graphics are acceptable and the player likenesses are well done, contributing to a visually appealing experience.
The game has improved significantly after patches, with smoother gameplay and better mechanics.

Gameplay is often clunky and lacks depth, with issues like poor player positioning and broken mechanics.
The game suffers from technical problems, including lag, crashes, and bugs that hinder the overall experience.
There is a lack of modes and content, making the game feel limited and not worth the full price.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Rugby 18 has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the laggy controls and poor mechanics, suggesting that it feels clunky and unrefined. While some appreciate the updated animations and the ability to buy players similar to FIFA's career mode, others find the AI behavior frustrating and the overall experience lacking compared to other rugby titles. Despite these issues, there are hints of potential for improvement with future updates.
- “Not because it is the rugby union game that is finally on par with modern sport titles, or because it does game mechanics well or has enough content, but because it is, in my opinion, a step in the right direction.”
- “I think they nailed another important gameplay aspect, the flow and speed.”
- “Pretty happy so far after 6 hours of gameplay; it feels pretty good.”
- “Very laggy gameplay which is not good.”
- “Only supports Xbox 360 controller, the gameplay is shockingly bad, the commentary is noticeably broken up; I could go on forever.”
- “Rugby 18 is rubbish, the only cool thing about it is that you can buy players like on FIFA career mode, but the rest is horrible; the gameplay was obviously made by someone who has never played rugby before.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users noting that while they are not realistic and could be improved, they are still enjoyable and vibrant. Comparatively, the visuals are considered superior to other recent rugby games, particularly in terms of player likenesses, though some players feel the overall quality is lacking.
- “Visuals-wise, this game is the best for any type of rugby game, and it is better than Rugby Challenge's latest installment, in my opinion.”
- “The graphics are not realistic; however, they are enjoyable and bright, and the player likenesses are really great.”
- “Poor graphics and lack of animations is understandable, but the lack of any intelligence makes me feel as if there are 30 Dylan Hartleys on the pitch.”
- “Graphics aren't great, but far better than some other AA/AAA games I've seen this year.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
- “The optimization in this game is outstanding, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it accessible for a wider range of players.”
- “The game's optimization ensures that I can enjoy high frame rates without sacrificing visual quality.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
- “The optimization is so bad that loading times are unacceptably long, even for simple tasks.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing portrayal of the fly-half, who plays in a manner reminiscent of a fullback, adding a comedic twist to the gameplay.
- “The fly-half plays like a fullback, which is hilarious!”
- “The game's humor is spot-on, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and funny character interactions.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally stable and enjoyable, though players report occasional bugs and glitches that can detract from the experience. While the overall gameplay flow is solid, some users note issues with team positioning and strategy execution.
- “It's a really enjoyable rugby simulation, but there are occasional bugs and glitches that put a slight damper on the game. The overall flow is good, except for the lack of ability to direct your team to have shallow or deep depth in the attacking line, and the backline is usually not in proper form.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it frustrating to play. Stability issues really detract from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered several game-breaking bugs that forced me to restart matches. The lack of stability is a major issue that needs to be addressed.”