WRC Generations
- October 13, 2022
- KT Racing
- 174h median play time
WRC Generations is a solid effort that ends KT Racing's time at the helm, acting as a greatest hits for the series. It may not offer tons of content or any substantial additions, but the controls are tight, and it looks the best it's ever looked before.
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Get on Xbox Games StoreWRC Generations, a rally racing game, simulates the 2022 hybrid era with new mechanics requiring hybrid engine management for strategic gameplay. Compete online in the new Leagues mode, and share customized liveries with other players. Featuring 750 km of unique special stages in 22 countries, 49 teams from the 2022 season, and 37 legendary cars. Player satisfaction and community engagement are prioritized through rewards for the best creations and a ranking system in the Legends category.
Reviews
- The game features a wide variety of tracks and cars, providing a rich rally experience.
- Handling and physics have improved, making the driving feel more realistic and engaging.
- The graphics are visually appealing, with detailed environments and dynamic weather effects.
- The throttle input is problematic, requiring excessive pressure to engage, which affects gameplay significantly.
- There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including crashes and inconsistent controller support.
- The sound design is subpar, with engine sounds and audio effects failing to meet expectations.
- graphics139 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the overall visual quality, including improved lighting, detailed environments, and realistic weather effects. However, some users noted inconsistencies in car models and performance issues on lower-end hardware, leading to a less-than-optimal experience. Overall, while the graphics are considered a significant upgrade from previous entries, they still face criticism for not reaching the high standards set by competitors like Dirt Rally 2.0.
“The graphics are the best that they've ever been.”
“Gorgeous graphics, fun career mode, and runs smooth on controller.”
“The graphics when driving are looking so much better and still framerates are much better compared to WRC 10.”
“I have seen games from the 2000s with better graphic work.”
“The only downside I see is the graphics... they're not the best... but otherwise a great game.”
“Not a bad game but I can't understand how I can run medium-high graphics on Dirt Rally 2.0 which looks really good, but on this game I run like low settings which look like a game that came out in 2010 and I'm just about getting 60 fps.”
- optimization49 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting stable performance and good graphics on high-end systems, while others experience significant stuttering and performance issues, particularly on mid-range setups. Many users noted improvements over previous titles, but persistent problems with frame rates and optimization, especially in certain stages and weather conditions, remain a concern. Overall, while some players find the game enjoyable and well-optimized, others strongly advise against purchasing until further performance fixes are implemented.
“WRC Generations is a great modern rally game with very nice looks, comprehensible physics, and stable performance.”
“Performance with quality DLSS is good.”
“Hugh improvement in graphic optimizations, smooth and more FPS with the same graphic options compared to WRC 9.”
“Every thread you see is about serious stuttering that ruins the game.”
“This game has serious performance issues for all types of systems; I would not recommend buying until they are fixed.”
“To top off this sizzling package, you get the most poorly optimized WRC to date with constant stuttering. I have a respectable RTX 3070 and can run most games on very high or more, but this is still struggling on medium.”
- gameplay34 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its challenging and exciting nature, with realistic physics and intuitive controls that enhance the overall experience, especially for controller users. While the long tracks and improved mechanics contribute positively, some players note issues with the career mode and a lack of depth in vehicle simulation, suggesting that the game could benefit from more attention to individual car setups. Overall, the gameplay is considered a significant improvement over previous titles, despite some criticisms regarding its execution and depth.
“The gameplay is challenging and exciting.”
“The presence of long tracks is undoubtedly a plus, as it adds realism to the gameplay.”
“The game's mechanics are fine-tuned to offer a satisfying, intuitive experience for controller users.”
“My one complaint is that there are only three save slots per event type and I need more as I like to switch between modes in order to keep the gameplay fresh.”
“Really annoying though how a lot of the career gameplay isn't even spent inside a rally, and despite having +20 rep with a manufacturer after an event, the game ended the career mode and forced me to start again, wasting about 3 hours.”
“With all that said, there's so much that WRC Generations is missing in terms of its simulation gameplay, online systems, and just overall development progress from KT Racing's previous WRC games that an air of laziness taints this title and makes it an overall subpar experience.”
- stability21 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting no crashes or major bugs, while others describe it as a "buggy mess" filled with glitches that significantly impact gameplay. Despite regular updates from the developers, issues such as wheel support problems, graphical glitches, and inconsistent performance persist for many users. Overall, while some enjoy the game without major issues, a significant portion of the player base finds it plagued by bugs that detract from the experience.
“Never experienced a game crash; no bugs, but definitely not bug-free for others.”
“It runs great; the cars feel amazing, and the career mode is great.”
“The Nacon group is sending multiple updates out and still buggy in a few places.”
“Would be the best rally game if only it wasn't a buggy mess.”
“But this game has had glitches since the December 2022 update for me that render my game completely unplayable on a PS4 controller.”
- story5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players praising it as very good, while others express indifference towards the narrative elements, focusing instead on gameplay mechanics like team management and career modes.
“In contrast, my experience with this game has been a vastly different story.”
“Very good story”
“In contrast, my experience with this game has been a vastly different story.”
“No story.”
“Story mode, team management, and career aspects don't interest me.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of excitement and disappointment regarding the emotional aspect of the game. While there was anticipation for a polished experience following the trailer, frustrations arise from technical issues and gameplay mechanics that detract from immersion, leading to a sense of disconnection during play.
“I was very excited for the trailer, and it seemed as though they had finally realized their mistakes and decided to give us a polished and wholesome experience.”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with users citing issues such as poor audio quality, overcompressed dynamic range, and distracting soundtracks that detract from the overall experience. While the game's aesthetics are praised for their authenticity, the accompanying music and sound effects are considered annoying and poorly balanced.
“The aesthetics and overall experience are very authentic, with a great soundtrack that enhances the gameplay.”
“The music perfectly complements the atmosphere of the game, making every moment feel immersive.”
“From the menus to the music to the cars, everything is designed to create a cohesive and enjoyable experience.”
“Bad audio, very bad audio: other vehicle sounds are louder than yours, overcompressed dynamic range, no brake sound, annoying music, etc.”
“The aesthetics and overall experience are very authentic, albeit the YouTube vlogger soundtrack is ear-grating.”
“From the menus to the music to the cars.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, requiring significant time investment and effort, particularly due to frustrating account setup processes and menu navigation issues.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The process of signing up, setting up, and verifying a forced new account is tedious.”
“The lack of warning for input duplicates in the menu makes the process of problem-solving very tedious.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its excellent graphics and stunning stage design, which effectively conveys the essence of various locations through diverse roads, surfaces, and landscapes. Additionally, responsive controls and well-placed camera angles enhance the immersive experience.
“The stage design is absolutely stunning; it not only conveys the atmosphere of the country and place, but it also features an enormous and thoughtfully designed diversity of roads, surfaces, and landscapes.”
“Excellent graphics and atmosphere, responsive controls, and excellent camera angles.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the co-pilot's amusing reactions to the player's driving, adding a comedic element to the experience. Additionally, the exaggerated physics, such as cars flipping over with minimal provocation, contribute to the overall lighthearted and humorous tone.
“The co-pilot's reactions to what's happening when you are driving are a great touch and even funny at times.”
“The cars flip over if you look at them funny, every single time.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that the addition of new modes could significantly enhance replayability, with "WRC Generations" building on the strengths of "WRC 10" to offer a more expansive and content-rich experience that encourages players to return.
“If they add such a mode, the replayability would skyrocket.”
“WRC Generations takes what worked well in WRC 10 and strives to deliver something better, bigger, with more content and replayability.”
“If they add such a mode, the replayability would skyrocket.”
“WRC Generations takes what worked well in WRC 10 and strives to deliver something better, bigger, with more content and replayability.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate that the game avoids the pitfalls of being a cash grab, contrasting it positively with other recent titles that have disappointed players through aggressive monetization strategies.
