The Crew

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"The Crew" is an open-world racing game set in a vast reimagined USA. Players can explore the game's vast landscapes and cities, and compete in various racing events, ranging from street races to off-road competitions. The game features a wide variety of customizable cars and a multiplayer mode that allows players to form crews and take on other teams in intense races.

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56%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,628 reviews

story405 positive mentions

stability158 negative mentions

story
1,916 mentions
21 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The story in "The Crew" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it engaging yet clichéd, often likening it to typical street racing narratives seen in films like "Fast and Furious." While some appreciate the game's attempt to weave a narrative into the racing experience, others criticize it for being shallow and predictable, with repetitive missions that detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these criticisms, the expansive open world and the variety of missions provide a fun backdrop for players, especially when enjoyed with friends.
- “Ubisoft has stolen from us one of if not the greatest racing games of all time (especially when it comes to its story).”
- “Had a cool concept going with the different modification types you could apply to your cars to make them offroad or street variants, big map and an interesting street racing story.”
- “The story is a bit dark and there's addons which I didn't get, PvP is pretty dead, map exploration is pretty cool.”
- “The story is hot, stinking garbage and completely unnecessary.”
- “The story is boring; I can't focus on it because of how dry it is.”
- “The story is a complete joke, but that's not why we play these games.”
graphics
728 mentions
49 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the visuals as impressive for a title released in 2014, especially when settings are maximized. However, some users noted issues with performance, including frame rate drops and graphical glitches, which detracted from the overall experience. While the game features a large, detailed open world and well-designed vehicles, comparisons to newer racing titles often highlight its dated graphics and optimization challenges.
- “The graphics are amazing, the storyline is incredible and the cars are out of this world.”
- “The graphics are stunningly beautiful.”
- “The graphics are great and with the MMO structure there is endless room for improvement with later content patches.”
- “The graphics are weak, dull and lifeless, just have a good textures, the need for speed the run and the rivals are much nicer.”
- “The graphics are mediocre and everything in the world except player cars looks like something that was made in 2010.”
- “The graphics look like they were built on an engine about 7 years old.”
gameplay
392 mentions
32 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the expansive open world and driving mechanics, while others criticize it for being repetitive, lacking depth, and plagued by technical issues. Many appreciate the variety of vehicles and customization options, but feel that the overall experience is marred by poor physics, clunky controls, and a mediocre storyline. Overall, while some find the gameplay fun and engaging, others deem it frustrating and unpolished, suggesting that it may not meet the expectations set by its promotional material.
- “The gameplay is fun and the amount of storyline it brings is entertaining.”
- “The gameplay is great, the graphics are great, and the map is great.”
- “The crew is awesome, gameplay is very good, graphics are cool and the open world makes it really worth it, so I recommend this game to all players who like driving games as this is the best title I played in years.”
- “However, the game failed to impress me: the gameplay was quite boring, the world was empty and monotonous, high system requirements made it impossible to get an acceptable frame rate in combination with good graphics and clumsy car physics, which diligently prevented me from having fun, as a result of which it was very quickly uninstalled from my system.”
- “The gameplay is plain terrible, this is way beyond 'arcadish'.”
- “The gameplay is awful. The looks check out, the story and the mission/car development structure has potential, but game physics & mechanics are so poor, I almost felt like I'm playing Test Drive 25 years ago.”
optimization
252 mentions
16 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering, crashes, and slow loading times, even on high-end PCs. While some users noted that the game runs smoothly under certain conditions, others expressed frustration over its heavy resource demands and lack of effective optimization updates. Overall, while the game offers a visually appealing experience, its performance optimization leaves much to be desired, impacting the overall gameplay experience.
- “Every car handles differently, and the extensive varieties of upgrades create a wide spectrum of performances for each individual car.”
- “The game is worth its money, both in terms of story and optimization!”
- “Great performance handling ;)”
- “The game looked incredible, but because it was poorly optimized and very heavy, it didn't run on my PC's settings at the time.”
- “There are also performance issues that you'll notice pretty often even on high-end PCs on the highest settings for no apparent reason, and it's raining 60% of the time while playing the game.”
- “As for the optimization, it sucks; there are graphic glitches that are still there from the very beginning of the game, like the stuttering, doesn't matter how amazing or beefy your computer is, it will always stutter and have FPS drops randomly.”
music
171 mentions
31 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the diverse licensed soundtrack and the nostalgic ambiance it creates during long drives. However, several users note that the selection is limited and can become repetitive over time, leading some to prefer listening to their own playlists instead. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the driving experience for some, others find it lacking in variety and quality.
- “But, more than anything else, I just enjoyed tracing my way across the massive map, winding through the mountainous northeast on a rainy night to Laurent Juillet's ambient music or stomping through a southern swamp to Baby or Black Milk.”
- “Those relaxing cross-country trips that lasted twenty or thirty minutes before I reached New York or Los Angeles for the first time, flying down the overpass as the buildings gradually enveloped me, decelerating into the smooth cruise of an exit loop, fluidly weaving through traffic as I cleanly transitioned into a tunnel or a grid of city blocks, coolly emboldened by the Arctic Monkeys or American Princes song on the radio—those are the experiences that I'll remember most from this game.”
- “I loved driving around the map in this game and just chilling out listening to ambient music.”
- “Only negative about this game would be the music on the radio was very disappointing and that there are no achievements.”
- “The music is all whiney and emo sounding alternative rock.”
- “The radio music is very limited and just isn't great; I shut off the radio and play my own tracks.”
stability
163 mentions
2 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users experienced issues such as freezing, unresponsive controls, and problems with multiplayer connectivity, leading to frustration and a sense of an unfinished product. While some players noted that the game runs smoothly at times, the overall consensus is that it remains plagued by persistent stability issues that detract from the experience.
- “No lag, no freezes, no 'connecting to server' stuff.”
- “Runs great with no problems.”
- “It runs great, the cars look great.”
- “Extremely buggy, crashes almost every session I play.”
- “Game won't start when installed and after running through troubleshooting and finally getting it to launch it won't detect any controllers or accept any input other than keyboard and mouse even after custom mapping controls and trying 'big picture mode' with Steam.”
- “The game is buggy as hell and the missions are way too long, sometimes the lines that guide you are also thrown off course.”
grinding
110 mentions
1 % positive mentions
2 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, often described as excessive and tedious, particularly for acquiring cars and upgrades. Many players express frustration with the repetitive nature of grinding missions and the high costs associated with in-game purchases, suggesting that the game encourages microtransactions to alleviate the grind. While some players find the grinding rewarding and enjoy the extensive content available, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, making the game feel more like a chore than a fun racing adventure.
- “I think it's too early to give a proper review on this, but so far I love many aspects of the game, for instance, huge map, fast cars, competition (PvP), and the fact that the game isn't too grindy compared to some other MMOs.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The amount of grinding needed to max a car to its full potential is unreal and not very rewarding.”
- “If you need to enjoy yourself right from the start and grinding to get there is a no-go for you, then avoid this game like a plague.”
monetization
103 mentions
3 % positive mentions
76 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism, primarily due to the prevalence of microtransactions that many players feel detract from the overall experience. Reviewers express frustration over the high costs of in-game items and the pressure to spend real money to progress, labeling it as a cash grab, especially in a premium title. While some acknowledge that everything can be earned through gameplay, the constant push for in-game purchases and the presence of ads for DLCs create a negative impression, leading many to recommend avoiding the game unless one is indifferent to such practices.
- “I feel the crew is a good to great game that will keep you busy for a long time and it doesn't really get that boring if you pace yourself through the content. Microtransactions don't matter as you can get everything by just playing the game, but if you want to spend some real dollars on perks and buying a car, well then why not, hey?”
- “While you can pay real money for cars/customization objects, everything in the game can be bought with in-game credits. Even if you make an in-game purchase like I did for a vehicle, you may have a slight edge to begin with in your story missions, but by the time you hit end game content, everyone is really even.”
- “Yes, there are microtransactions, but you can easily manage without this, and the story's pretty fun as well.”
- “Not only does the long travel time kill the momentum, but the amount of side activity is also horrendous following a typical Ubisoft manner, covering the whole map with activity icons, which is more like a desperate grasp for more players’ attention so that they can have a bigger chance for microtransactions.”
- “I do have several major criticisms: the game is good at being arcade-y offering numerous events, but they can get a little repetitive and I don’t think it has enough races; to promote microtransactions, cars are expensive and car collectors are forced to do lots of grinding if you don’t spend money.”
- “Ubisoft bombards you with ads and makes you feel like the game isn't worth playing without all the DLCs; it's pay-to-win and full of microtransactions, has poor mechanics and isn't worth buying unless you seriously want to waste your money on worthless games.”
humor
44 mentions
95 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its quirky physics, amusing glitches, and the chaotic interactions between players and the environment, which often lead to laugh-out-loud moments. Players enjoy the comedic aspects of driving mishaps, bizarre AI behavior, and the overall absurdity of certain game mechanics, making it a fun experience, especially when played with friends. However, some find the humor overshadowed by frustrating bugs and limitations, leading to mixed feelings about the game's comedic value.
- “With the dramatic cut and editing in cinematics, the story package is hilariously bad.”
- “The physics, yes, I also notice that, the glitches and stuff, but I found that funny to derp around.”
- “I've played it with my friends in a crew of 4 and we could not stop laughing.”
- “Stealing is not funny. Forget Ubisoft.”
- “Not funny.”
emotional
21 mentions
52 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
48 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game elicits mixed responses from players, with some finding the nostalgic music deeply moving and the story engaging, despite its cheesiness. However, many reviewers criticize the storyline as boring and unfocused, leading to feelings of disconnection and disappointment. Overall, while there are moments of emotional resonance, they are often overshadowed by a lackluster narrative experience.
- “The music in this game is nostalgic to the point where I want to cry.”
- “Graphics are decent (amazing if you use reshade) and the story, as cheesy as it is, kept me involved in the game and made me feel like I was making an impact within the organization you join.”
- “Each city you unlock, which I might add are major cities throughout the United States (LA, New York, Miami, etc.), you gain new members to your crew, or basically guidance and emotional support to your driving and discovery of locations, races, and more.”
- “Cliché, boring storyline.”
- “Boring story missions; complete some 4-minute races to see at the end your black homie meeting with a girl.”
- “This game is dead; nice visuals but boring story and 0 online and cooperative, not very interesting.”
replayability
18 mentions
28 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while it offers a large map and various missions that can be replayed, many players feel that it significantly drops after completing the main story. Some users highlight the potential for fun in multiplayer modes and personal challenges, but the lack of substantial content post-campaign and server shutdowns limit long-term engagement. Ultimately, while there are enjoyable elements for replay, the experience may not sustain interest for all players.
- “Infinite replay value, if it weren't for the servers shutting down.”
- “After around 40 hours of playing, I have completed the story, yet there is so much replayability since the map is amazing.”
- “You can see how you rank and either just get a good judge of your skill level, or continue competing to see if you can better yourself and move up the leaderboard, making the game more replayable.”
- “Only major problem is, once you have finished the career, the game's replayability drops very significantly unless you can find some friends to play with.”
- “Bottom line is that I wouldn't recommend this game because it does lose replayability.”
- “Limited replayability: there are some bonus missions and 'skills' for completionists to do, but other than multiplayer with friends and a few longer missions, there's nothing really to do after you finish the game until more missions are released with the upcoming DLC next year, assuming you buy it.”
atmosphere
14 mentions
43 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its nostalgic charm and realistic environments, capturing the essence of diverse landscapes like deserts and cities. While some improvements in graphics enhance the experience, there are mixed opinions on their overall impact, with some feeling that they detract from the atmosphere. Overall, the game offers a cozy and immersive driving experience, reminiscent of titles like Euro Truck Simulator 2, though it could benefit from features like adaptive radio stations to further enrich the ambiance.
- “I would love to talk about this game and how wonderful it is in terms of atmosphere and identity.”
- “The atmosphere and the setting are stunning; they really captured the feeling of driving through the desert, the snow, or the green fields in central USA. The cities are also amazing and expansive.”
- “To sum it all up, it manages to capture an atmosphere similar to that of Euro Truck Simulator 2. The best moments in this game weren't spent doing some obnoxious slalom challenges in Detroit, but driving calmly down the road to Florida.”
- “The new graphics only seem better at first look, but in practice it turns out to be worse, which killed the atmosphere.”
- “For a game that depends so much on its atmosphere, that's a very significant negative.”
- “The atmosphere of the world does feel a bit unrealistic visually but it does have its own unique appearance which is nice.”
character development
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Character development in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the good writing and character arcs, others criticize the lack of depth, particularly for the lead character, and note that the prologue's rapid pace hinders meaningful progression. Overall, the quality of character development varies significantly among players.
- “One of the best and first racing games I've ever played, with an amazing story, impressive physics, great music, and outstanding character design.”
- “The writing was good, and the character development was well executed.”
- “It has a good story and character development, although some aspects could be improved.”
- “Simply put, not exactly the best writing; character development for the lead character is non-existent, and the progression of the prologue goes by so fast I honestly thought there was another beginning section I had skipped beforehand.”
- “- No character development.”
- “The characters feel flat and uninteresting, making it hard to care about their journeys or growth.”