Rugby Challenge 3

About

"Rugby Challenge 3" offers an immersive Be A Pro mode, where you experience rugby from a player's perspective and advance through their career. Enjoy creating and customizing players and teams with the new online player creator, tattoo system, and accessory options. Dive into the fast-paced Rugby Seven-a-side mode, and tailor the gameplay to your preference with various customization options. With 110+ teams and 50+ stadia, this game offers a realistic rugby experience featuring major leagues and teams.

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Play Modes

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game is currently the best rugby game available on PC, offering a variety of teams and gameplay modes.
It includes new features like the Sevens mode and a 'Be a Pro' career option, which adds depth to the gameplay.
Despite its flaws, many players find it enjoyable and fun, especially if they are rugby fans.

The game feels like a reskin of Rugby Challenge 2, with minimal improvements and many of the same gameplay issues persisting.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that significantly hinder the gameplay experience, including poor AI behavior and unresponsive controls.
The price is considered too high for the content offered, leading many to feel it is not worth the investment.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
77%
12%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting persistent issues such as unresponsive controls, sluggish movement, and a lack of realism, reminiscent of previous titles in the series. While some appreciate the content and overall playability, they express disappointment in the need for further polishing and improvements to achieve a more fluid and dynamic rugby experience. Despite these criticisms, a few players still find enjoyment in the game, suggesting that it may appeal to dedicated rugby fans willing to overlook its flaws.
- “At the end of the day, the game is still very playable and enjoyable; give it some time before you post a negative review with 0.50 hours of gameplay.”
- “It's a good game essentially with lots of content despite the licensing issues, and if you're into rugby, there are hours of gameplay value.”
- “Rc2 was a good game; the gameplay in this is a small improvement, so like rc2.1 (better advantage play, no wild passes from the AI, otherwise the same as far as I can tell).”
- “Gameplay-wise, it doesn't really scream realistic when the players drop the ball so many times that I think my 5-year-old niece could catch better.”
- “Being essentially the same game, it has the same issues: unresponsive gameplay, finicky controls, and very little value for money.”
- “Gameplay isn't fluid; it feels sluggish when running and passing, and rucks are a lottery if you're going to win one or lose it.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for being outdated and not significantly improved from its predecessors, with some users noting that they fall short compared to other sports titles like FIFA. While there are mentions of decent visuals for a sports game, issues such as poor character textures and various bugs detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a weak point, especially for a sequel released in 2016.
- “This game is for any rugby lover; plenty of teams and the graphics are really good for a sports game.”
- “Graphics/settings/gameplay are very similar to RC1 & 2, except for the following obvious updates.”
- “- Graphics are good, but the character's face textures are a little off.”
- “Graphically, not impressive at all, same as the first game, except somehow they must have forgotten the model for some players and a few others.”
- “Gameplay isn't great and the graphics are awful for a 2016 released game...”
- “I was hoping for improvements in the graphics over the console version but it is pretty much just a carbon copy. I've also come across several weird bugs where the ball will suddenly go back 50 meters for no apparent reason or the players will become invisible at lineout time.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of Rugby Challenge 3 is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous visual and game-breaking bugs that detract from the overall experience. Many feel that the game is not worth its full price due to these persistent issues, and despite being the best rugby union game available on PC, it shows minimal improvement over its predecessors. Overall, the game's instability leads to a frustrating gameplay experience.
- “This game is absolutely not worth full price and is still bug-ridden.”
- “Despite most likely being the best rugby union game currently available on PC, all Rugby Challenge games are full of visual and game-breaking bugs and glitches.”
- “It's buggy to the point that it's frustrating to play.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is derived from its absurd glitches and handling errors, such as players inexplicably charging out of bounds and the irony of being fired despite a successful track record. Players find amusement in the ridiculousness of the game's mechanics and the absurdity of the sports bureaucracy.
- “It's hilarious that I was fired from the team in Go Pro after winning dozens of matches and being rated as a national treasure. I'll blame it on some shady sports bureaucracy instead of a stupid glitch.”
- “There are an absurd amount of handling errors (literally all of the game is spent scrumming), offloading is hilariously broken, and your wingers decide to charge off into touch before you can pass to them.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized, providing a smooth gameplay experience that enhances its overall enjoyment.
- “Runs smoothly and is very fun to play.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing frustration over the lack of meaningful improvements and unresolved bugs, leading to a reluctance to invest in future sequels.
- “Due to the lack of improvements and the complete failure to fix simple and annoying bugs, this feels like an insulting cash grab. As such, I will certainly not be purchasing any more Rugby Challenge sequels, at least not until they actually start resembling a sequel as opposed to a half-hearted patch.”