V-Rally 4

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"V-Rally 4" is a sport game that offers a thrilling off-road racing experience, available for single-player, local multi-player , and PvP. The game features stunning graphics and a variety of challenges including rallies, rallycross, drifts, buggies, and hill climbs across different continents. With a wide range of vehicles to master and extreme conditions to overcome, "V-Rally 4" promises an adrenaline-pumping and immersive experience. However, it also has some bugs.

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66%

Audience ScoreBased on 398 reviews

graphics67 positive mentions

stability46 negative mentions

The game features a unique art style and a fun driving feel, making it enjoyable for casual play.
It offers a good variety of game modes, including Rally, Rally Rush, Hillclimb, Extreme Khana, and Rallycross.
The graphics are visually appealing, with well-designed tracks and environments that enhance the overall experience.

The career mode is poorly designed, with bad difficulty balancing and a lack of sense of progression.
There are frequent crashes and technical issues that detract from the gameplay experience.
The AI can be inconsistent, making some races feel unfairly difficult while others are too easy.

graphics
123 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
40%
6%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the unique art style, vibrant environments, and sharp visuals, particularly on higher settings. However, some users note that the graphics feel dated compared to contemporary titles, with occasional glitches and a lack of detail in certain areas. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good and well-optimized, they may not meet the expectations set by more recent racing games.
- “The graphics are beautiful and it's optimized so well; I rarely ever dip below 100 fps on the highest settings, and I'm only running a 2060s!”
- “Graphics and effects are actually quite stunning and masterful in regards to lighting, reflection, trail degradation, car damage, and optimization.”
- “The visuals in this game are awesome, very colorful (check out Japan and Malaysia rally tracks) and the rally tracks are brilliantly designed.”
- “The graphics were years behind the times; the career mode was shallow.”
- “The physics of the game aren't that bad, but the graphics remind me of a 2015 mobile game even on max settings 1080p and runs with 100ish fps on a GTX 1660 Ti.”
- “That said, the game isn't perfect... sometimes it feels like the rally events have missing pace notes, the graphics look like they're from 10 years ago.”
gameplay
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
75%
5%
The gameplay of the game is described as accessible and arcade-like, with a mix of fun and frustration due to its driving mechanics and repetitive race structures. While some players appreciate the management aspect of hiring engineers and mechanics, others criticize the steering and overall driving experience, leading to a divided reception. Despite its flaws, the game offers a sense of progression and engaging environments, appealing to those who enjoy a less technical racing experience.
- “The gameplay is fine, and I love the arcade feel.”
- “Gameplay: V-Rally 4 is a rally racing game that takes players through a variety of terrains and conditions, from dirt roads to snow-covered mountains.”
- “Very fun pure arcade gameplay.”
- “Shouldn't buy because the steering sucks, gameplay by itself is terrible. It reminds me more of some 'Asphalt' game than a rally game. For me, it's too late for a refund, so I'll keep it but...”
- “You can really spend an hour on it without getting any pleasure from gameplay, because races are repetitive and, most importantly, boring.”
- “Jeez, this game is god awful... they got nothing right in this game, not the graphics, not the sound, not the gameplay, nothing!!!”
stability
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing crashes and significant bugs, particularly during races, while others report fewer issues. Notably, there are complaints about the game freezing and sound effects causing discomfort, as well as problems with controller recognition and sensitivity settings. Overall, while some players find enjoyment in the variety of racing modes, the technical issues detract from the overall experience.
- “During my playthrough, it crashed to desktop once while mid-race; other than that, I didn't encounter any major bugs or glitches.”
- “No point in buying a buggy mess; can't even switch easily between keyboard and steering wheel. It locks up all controls so that you can't even exit this game, and the best part is that it sets your steering sensitivity to -6. Where the heck am I going with -6 sensitivity on a driving forward key?”
- “Worst rally game I've ever played. It doesn't recognize the Driving Force GT wheel properly; it won't recognize the accelerator and brake as two separate pedals. It only detects one pedal, making the accelerator and brake act as one. No force feedback, and you have to use a Microsoft controller instead of a wheel and pedals to play this game, which takes away the simulator feel. The game sometimes freezes on the title screen, and the sandy and snowy levels are a nightmare as the road blends into the scenery, making it nearly impossible to stay on the road.”
music
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
60%
21%
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many players finding the limited selection repetitive and annoying, particularly the single track that plays in the menus. While some appreciate the variety of music during gameplay, the overwhelming consensus is that the menu music detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration. Overall, the soundtrack lacks depth and fails to enhance the game's atmosphere.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
- “The game also features a good variety of music tracks that change based on the situation.”
- “One thing I really liked is that you can enable instrumental music from the settings.”
- “The only bad thing I can think of is the annoying music about the 'weight of the world'... who is picking this stuff?”
- “The soundtrack is one song in the menu, which you should probably disable before it gets annoying.”
- “The only thing that got me so angry was the menu music; every time it starts up, it's the same annoying tune. They needed to include more tracks and let it randomly pick tracks rather than the same horrible tune.”
optimization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
61%
21%
Overall, the game's optimization is inconsistent, with many users reporting significant performance issues such as crashes, stuttering, and frame rate drops, particularly on mid-range hardware. While some players have experienced good performance on high-end systems, the general consensus is that the game is poorly optimized and plagued by technical bugs, making it advisable to purchase only during sales. Despite its stunning graphics, the optimization problems detract from the overall experience.
- “Graphics and effects are actually quite stunning and masterful in regards to lighting, reflection, trail degradation, car damage, optimization.”
- “Graphics settings are rather good and so is the optimization, managed to get over 100 fps with mostly everything set to high/very high on my poor GTX 970.”
- “Visuals are stunning and I'm quite impressed at the optimization level, so far have not had any performance issues whatsoever.”
- “However, the performance is not good... the game suffers from a lot of crashes, including crashing every time the online menu is brought up and just around events.”
- “This game has major performance issues, which seems to be the case with most, if not all, of this developer's games.”
- “The game seems like it would be fun; however, it is optimized poorly and tends to stutter more often than not. I cannot recommend purchasing at this time.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
53%
29%
The reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the story aspect of the game. While one user highlights a personal moral about perseverance, many others criticize the game for lacking a substantial narrative, describing it as having little to no story content and comparing it unfavorably to simpler games like "Temple Run." Overall, the consensus suggests that the game's story is either minimal or non-existent, leading to disappointment among players.
- “Moral of the story, you never know what life holds in store for you, and if I would have given up when all the odds were stacked against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Epic story.”
- “Like playing 'Temple Run' for the story.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “The campaign/story mode is basically non-existent and there's only a handful of tracks.”
- “Sad story of a game that could have offered lots of great playing hours; instead, it offered only disappointment and anger.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
89%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a significant downside, particularly in career mode, where repetitive tasks and random event availability lead to frustration. While some enjoy the fun gameplay that emerges after grinding for top-tier cars, many feel that the grind detracts from the overall experience, making it feel tedious and lacking clear goals. Despite these issues, the game still manages to provide an enjoyable racing experience for some players.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “Dead multiplayer with ridiculously grindy achievements.”
- “So the grinding and the difficulty are the biggest downsides of the game.”
- “Great arcade rally game ruined by a terribly designed campaign mode; the events available to you are randomized, so you have to keep grinding to get lucky with the RNG to get into the championship.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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38%
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V-Rally 4 offers a decent level of replayability due to its diverse terrains, conditions, and car options; however, players may find that familiarity with the tracks diminishes the experience after a few hours, leading to a sense of repetitiveness. While some users highlight its potential for infinite replayability, others feel the limited track variety ultimately hampers long-term engagement.
- “Replay value: V-Rally 4 has good replay value, with a variety of different terrains, conditions, and cars to race on.”
- “☑️ Infinitely replayable”
- “🔲 Infinitely replayable”
- “Unfortunately, after just 3 hours, I knew every single track and every single dangerous place. This attention to detail doesn’t bring much in terms of replayability, as the game simply keeps recycling the same tracks over and over again.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
14%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, particularly during rallies and hill climbs, where players find the variety of tracks and cars amusing. While some aspects, like stressful driving, may detract from the fun, overall, the gameplay becomes enjoyable and humorous once players overcome initial challenges. Patience is key, as balanced competitions contribute to the game's comedic appeal.
- “Funny gameplay once the grinding is over.”
- “Rallies are the most funny, with the biggest variety of tracks and cars.”
- “The game is very funny and challenging, which is good as long as you are a bit patient.”
- “Stressful driving, not funny at all.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users noting a lack of in-game advertising and a focus on arcade-style gameplay rather than more serious racing elements. While some appreciate the franchise's evolution, others feel that the presence of thrustmaster advertisements does not enhance the overall experience, leading to disappointment.
- “There was no advertising for them in-game.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel intrusive.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content without pushing for purchases.”
- “I'm assuming they were hoping the name alone was enough to sell some copies because the whole thing screams cash grab.”
- “Make no mistake, this is an arcade racing game far from other more hardcore rally games, although I feel like it suits just fine considering the original 'V-Rally' games were also on the arcade side. They never pretended to be something else, and it's kind of cool to see they moved the franchise forward while some other racing franchises have stagnated or become victims of loot boxes and cash grabs.”
- “Although there is a lot of Thrustmaster advertisement along the stages, the game experience with my Thrustmaster equipment is really disappointing.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional response to the game is largely negative, with players expressing frustration over poor physics, lack of proper wheel support, and numerous bugs that detract from the driving experience. Many feel that the game fails to deliver a satisfying simulation, leading to disappointment and a sense of unfinished quality. Overall, the emotional impact is characterized by dissatisfaction and a longing for better rally games.