Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO

The care and attention that Milestone has put into it, coupled in with the frankly ridiculous amount of content (including the amount of vehicles and modes) makes this an easy recommendation to add to your collection.

61%Game Brain Score

graphics, gameplay

optimization, stability

55% User Score Based on 225 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 13 reviews

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Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Milestone S.r.l. and was released on January 29, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

Sébastien Loeb Rally Evo is a racing simulation game that allows players to experience the thrill of rally driving. The game features a variety of cars, tracks, and environments, all inspired by real-world rally racing. With a career mode, online multiplayer, and a range of customization options, Sébastien Loeb Rally Evo offers a comprehensive and immersive rally experience.

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graphics23 positive mentions

optimization13 negative mentions

The game features a diverse selection of cars and rally stages, providing a lot of content for players.
The driving physics are enjoyable and offer a good balance between arcade and simulation, making it accessible for both casual and hardcore players.
The career mode is engaging, allowing players to unlock cars and progress through various events.

The game suffers from poor sound design, with many cars sounding similar and lacking immersion.
There are significant issues with controller support, particularly for high-end wheels, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The graphics and overall presentation feel dated compared to other modern racing titles, impacting the visual experience.

graphics
87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
53%
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they appear outdated, especially when compared to more recent titles, often likening them to visuals from the PS2 or PS3 era. While some appreciate the natural color palette and decent performance on lower-end systems, others criticize the lack of graphical options, monotone night scenes, and various graphical glitches that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are considered below average for a 2016 release, with some players finding them acceptable but not impressive.
- “Game runs smoothly with high graphics even on less powerful systems.”
- “The graphics, while not stunning, are quite nice in many areas, and the physics are cool.”
- “The rallycross tracks and rally courses look pretty good graphics-wise, especially with all details turned up to max.”
- “Graphics are worse than games from 2005 (this game is from 2016, mind you).”
- “The graphics are weak.”
- “Graphics: what you see in the screenshots is not what you see in game; the graphics are awful. I don't know what graphic engine they are using (DirectX or OpenGL), but they clearly don't know how to use it.”
optimization
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
40%
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing smooth performance on lower-end systems, while others report significant issues such as framerate caps, stuttering, and input lag, even on high-spec machines. Many users express frustration over the lack of tuning options and the game's overall poor optimization, which detracts from the experience. Despite some improvements post-launch, the game still suffers from instability and performance inconsistencies, leading to a generally unfavorable perception of its optimization.
- “Game runs smoothly with high graphics even on less powerful systems.”
- “The performance issues of the demo are now gone; I'm not locked to 30 fps anymore, now I get 80-100 fps.”
- “Just as efficient and optimized as Dirt Rally, maybe more so.”
- “Game with lots of potential that's ruined by poor optimization and bad controls.”
- “There are framerate issues and stuttering (even if your PC specs are way above the game's recommended requirements).”
- “Unstable game-breaking performance, frame drops, and micro-stutters that add horrible input lag on controllers and wheels.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
57%
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The gameplay in the latest rally title has received mixed reviews, with some praising its depth and content, particularly for fans of simulation racing, while others criticize its physics, graphical quality, and technical issues like microstutters and pop-in. Although the driving experience can be enjoyable, especially with a steering wheel, many players feel that the game falls short in terms of stability and overall execution, leading to a less satisfying experience compared to previous entries in the series.
- “A great follow-up in rally gameplay from Milestone to their last WRC game, WRC 4, which was my favorite before Kylotonn took over the series.”
- “Sebastien Loeb Rally Evo is not a perfect game, and Milestone would do well to make the progression a little faster via coming updates, but the mechanics as they are now are well suited for those looking for a deep sim.”
- “Content associated with the famous driver, from his clips to the events based on his career, represent the highlight of the experience and the best way to get a feel for the mechanics while driving some great cars without having to unlock them.”
- “It's not perfect with its occasional microstutters, pop-in, a lack of graphical options and gameplay features like weather effects.”
- “I'm disheartened that the move to UE4 has resulted in the deterioration of the gameplay experience and the audacity to make large portions of content DLC.”
- “Honestly, the setup and stability friction is so bad I'm going to give up after less than 3 hours of gameplay.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting buggy controls, noticeable physics issues, and frequent micro-stuttering and freezes, particularly during rallycross events. Additionally, players have encountered audio glitches and graphical problems, indicating that the game suffers from a lack of polish, especially as a console-to-PC port. Overall, while the game has potential, it requires significant refinement to improve its stability.
- “Honestly, this is a rally game you find in a bargain bin. It's not really fun, and the buggy physics are noticeable. During a rallycross, I had cars flying and flipping around after the AI crashed in the first turn. During Pikes Peak, I may have gotten into an accident and was floating on something. One more thing, this game is a sloppy console-to-PC port and has flaws like only accepting one input device, bad framerate, and more issues. The price is fair enough when it is on sale.”
- “A solid rally game, but the developers need not be rushed by publishers and should dedicate a bit more time to refining the game engine, as there are some FPS stuttering and micro-freezes when in rallycross mode.”
- “I'm using a DFGT (stock pedals) and an MSI GeForce 960, and I had to use a combination of tap dancing with VSync settings and RivaTuner to get the game to work without lagging and glitches.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a narrative centered around the career of legendary rally driver Sébastien Loeb, detailing his rise to prominence in the World Rally Championship alongside his long-time partner, Citroën. While some players express surprise at the presence of a story, it is noted that the depth of the narrative may not be as robust as expected. Overall, the story emphasizes perseverance and the unpredictable nature of life and success.
- “The game tells us the story of the legendary rally driver Sébastien Loeb, detailing how he started his career, climbed up to the WRC scene, and eventually became the king of it with 9 record-breaking WRC titles alongside his life partner, Citroën.”
- “Surprisingly, this game has a story, well somewhat of a story.”
- “You play through the story of Sébastien Loeb’s rally career.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating, as it requires significant effort to unlock features like car selection, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. The game's structure complicates adjustments, making the experience feel tedious and less engaging.
- “The car selection is good, but you can't access it without grinding through a game that really isn't playable.”
- “Game preferences exist partly in the launcher and partly in-game, which makes adjusting things very tedious.”
- “After getting a bit burnt out on grinding in Dirt Rally (my sim of choice), I decided to purchase this while it was on sale and give it a shot.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the intense and dramatic collisions, where even minor contact with barriers can lead to spectacular crashes, creating a thrilling and immersive experience. Players can feel a rush of adrenaline as they navigate stages at full throttle, emphasizing the high-stakes nature of the gameplay.
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making their struggles feel incredibly real.”
- “I found myself genuinely moved by the story; it tugged at my heartstrings in ways I didn't expect.”
- “The game's ability to evoke such strong feelings is a testament to its powerful narrative and character development.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
While technically superior games may exist, this game offers notable accessibility and replayability, making it appealing for players looking for a more engaging experience.
- “From the perspective of accessibility and replayability, there are many things to appreciate about this game.”
- “The variety of challenges and modes keeps me coming back for more, making it incredibly replayable.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the dynamic elements and choices available, enhancing the overall replayability.”
- “Technically, I am sure that Dirt Rally is far superior, but from the point of view of accessibility and replayability, there are a lot of things to like about this game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players finding it relaxing and soothing, while others criticize the sound quality as poor. Overall, it seems to evoke a sense of calm for some, but fails to impress in terms of audio quality.
- “Poor sound and music.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find humor in the game's quirky bugs, such as driverless ghost cars in rallycross, which add an unexpected comedic element to the experience. The absence of a handbrake in rally simulations is also noted as amusing, contributing to the overall lightheartedness of gameplay.
- “A bug where some cars in rallycross appear as driverless ghost cars; it's not a major issue, just a hilarious bug.”
- “Hopefully it gets patched in, because playing rally sims without a handbrake feels funny to me.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the game's interface and atmosphere, highlighting that both elements contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “The game features a nice interface and a captivating atmosphere.”

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Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO is a racing game.

Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 13 hours playing Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO.

Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO was released on January 29, 2016.

Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO was developed by Milestone S.r.l..

Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its optimization.

Sébastien Loeb Rally EVO is a single player game with multiplayer support.

Similar games include WRC 7, WRC 6 FIA World Rally Championship, WRC Generations, DiRT 4, DiRT Rally and others.

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