DIRT - The award winning off-road racing franchise. DIRT 5 is the bold new off-road racing experience created by Codemasters. Blaze a trail across the most iconic routes in the world. Drive the widest roster of cars from rally icons, to trucks, to GT heroes and lots more. Play through a star-studded Career, four-player split-screen. The next DiRT Rally 2.0 location is only a few days away, and as the official FIA World Rallycross Championship title we're delighted to have the new-for-2019 Yas Marina Circuit in-game. I've done about 20 laps of the circuit so far to get a feel; it's looking to me like the most technical circuit in the game so far.
| DiRT Rally 2.0 | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Codemasters |
| Publisher(s) | Codemasters |
| Series | Colin McRae Rally and Dirt |
| Engine | EGO Engine |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows PlayStation 4 Xbox One |
| Release | 26 February 2019 |
| Genre(s) | Racing simulation |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Dirt Rally 2.0 (stylised as DiRT Rally 2.0) is a racing simulation video game developed and published by Codemasters for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. It was released on February 26, 2019. It is a successor to the 2015 video game Dirt Rally and emphasises realistic driving physics.
Gameplay[edit]
Dirt Rally 2.0 is focused on rallying and rallycross. Players compete in timed stage events on tarmac and off-road terrain in varying weather conditions. The game features stages in Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, Poland, Spain and the United States.[1] Codemasters also announced plans to expand the game through the release of downloadable content,[2] and released stages in Finland, Germany, Greece, Monte Carlo, Sweden and Wales. These stages are remastered versions of the stages included in the original Dirt Rally. There is also a rallycross mode with World RallyCross Supercars and eight circuits from the FIA World Rallycross Championship. Dirt Rally 2.0 lets players choose between a total of fifty cars, including the aforementioned World Rallycross Supercars, historic rally cars from the 1960s through the 1980s, Groups A, B and R rally cars, and modern rally cars from the 1990s to the late 2010s.[2][3] This was later expanded to thirteen locations through downloadable content. Every car can have its setup adjusted before a race.[4]
The game also features a new weather modelling system where changes in the weather affect the relative level of grip and require players to take a more nuanced approach to driving. The weather also affects visibility in stages. The surface of the stages is also subject to degradation; as more cars pass over a stage, more than 100 layers ensure that the road surface will start to shift and break up, affecting grip levels. The gameplay therefore demands maximum concentration, especially as some stages can take more than ten minutes to complete. There is no rewind function and damages not only have a visual but also mechanical effect, with it being possible to sustain 'terminal damage', which automatically ends whatever race the car is in as a DNF.[4]
The 'My Team' mode introduced in Dirt 4 is expanded upon, requiring players to hire specialist engineers to maintain the car. However, other elements such as customising liveries, signing sponsors and expanding team facilities were removed. Damage sustained during a rally carries over from event to event. Players are also able to make a wider range of strategic choices, such as tyre compounds; softer tyres offer more grip but wear out faster, while harder tyres are more durable but produce slower stage times. Codemasters later introduced a more comprehensive tutorial for setting up the car to make the process more accessible for newcomers, amateurs and players who have been deterred from exploring setup options in the past.[citation needed]
The release of downloadable content follows a fortnightly schedule, and includes the return of rally locations from the first game, as well as cars such as the Škoda Fabia and BMW M1. The final DLC package is titled 'Colin McRae: Flat Out'. It features a new location in Perth and Kinross in Scotland, cars driven by Colin McRae and a scenario mode where players re-enact moments from McRae's career.[citation needed]
Development[edit]
Dirt Rally 2.0 is the first game in the series to be developed by Codemasters after game director Paul Coleman's departure from the company in early 2018.[1] Rally drivers Ryan Champion and Jon Armstrong served as consultants throughout the game's development with occasional help from Oliver Solberg, while veteran co-driver Phil Millslent his voice as the game's English-speaking co-driver. Neil Cole is the English-speaking voice of the rallycross spotter. [5]
Reception[edit]
| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| Metacritic | PC: 84/100[6] PS4: 84/100[7] XONE: 82/100[8] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| IGN | 8.5/10[10] |
| PC Gamer (US) | 87/100[9] |
The game received generally positive reviews according to review aggregator Metacritic.[6]
Awards[edit]
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Develop:Star Awards | Best Audio | Nominated | [11] |
| The Independent Game Developers' Association Awards | Best Audio Design | Nominated | [12] | |
| Best Racing Game | Nominated | |||
| The Game Awards 2019 | Best Sports/Racing Game | Nominated | [13] | |
| 2020 | 23rd Annual D.I.C.E. Awards | Racing Game of the Year | Nominated | [14] |
| NAVGTR Awards | Game, Franchise Racing | Nominated | [15] | |
| MCV/Develop Awards | Visual Innovation of the Year | Nominated | [16] | |
| 16th British Academy Games Awards | British Game | Nominated | [17] |
References[edit]
- ^ abErrington, Tom. 'Dirt Rally 2.0 release date announced'.
- ^ abArif, Shabana (26 September 2018). 'Dirt Rally 2.0 Announced'.
- ^'Dirt Rally 2.0 is coming to PC and consoles next year'. 26 September 2018.
- ^ ab'50 shades of DiRT Rally 2.0'. GameGator. Retrieved 2 February 2019.
- ^Kanal, Samarth (3 October 2018). 'How a rally driver is shaping DiRT Rally 2.0'. Motor Sport Magazine. Retrieved 4 October 2018.
- ^ ab'DiRT Rally 2.0 for PC Reviews'. Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 30 March 2020.
- ^'DiRT Rally 2.0 for PlayStation 4 Reviews'. Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 30 March 2020.
- ^'DiRT Rally 2.0 for Xbox One Reviews'. Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 30 March 2020.
- ^'DIRT RALLY 2.0 REVIEW'. PC Gamer. 18 February 2019. Retrieved 2 June 2020.
- ^'Dirt Rally 2.0 Review - IGN'.
- ^Blake, Vikki (16 May 2019). 'Shortlist for Develop:Star Awards 2019 revealed'. MCV. Retrieved 19 June 2019.
- ^Stephenson, Suzi (19 September 2019). 'TIGA Announces Games Industry Awards 2019 Finalists'. The Independent Game Developers' Association. Retrieved 25 September 2019.
- ^Winslow, Jeremy (19 November 2019). 'The Game Awards 2019 Nominees Full List'. GameSpot. Retrieved 20 November 2019.
- ^Chalk, Andy (13 January 2020). 'Control and Death Stranding get 8 nominations each for the 2020 DICE Awards'. PC Gamer. Retrieved 19 January 2020.
- ^'2019 Nominees'. National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers. 13 January 2020. Retrieved 19 January 2020.
- ^Wallace, Chris (14 February 2020). 'It's your last chance to vote for the MCV/DEVELOP Awards winners 2020'. MCV/Develop. Retrieved 26 May 2020.
- ^Stuart, Keith (3 March 2020). 'Death Stranding and Control dominate Bafta games awards nominations'. The Guardian. Retrieved 4 March 2020.
External links[edit]
Dirt 4 (2019) System
Codemasters® today confirmed that DiRT Rally 2.0™ Seasons Three and Four will launch from 27th August. Season Three returns to its rally roots with fan-favourite locations Finland and Greece complemented with brand new vehicles including the Peugeot 206 Rally and Volkswagen Golf Kitcar. Players also receive the latest of the 2019 FIA World Rallycross Championship season updates with Abu Dhabi's Yas Marina Circuit. As with previous Seasons, players will receive a mix of locations, cars and liveries.
DiRT Rally 2.0's Season Three content will be released as per the following schedule:
– Week 1: SUBARU Impreza (2001), Ford Focus RS Rally 2001
– Week 3: Argolis Greece, Special Livery Pack
– Week 5: Peugeot 306 Maxi, Seat Ibiza Kit Car
– Week 7: Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, Special Livery Pack
– Week 9: Peugeot 206 Rally, Volkswagen Golf Kitcar
– Week 11: Jämsä Finland, Special Livery Pack
Season Three combines a mix of Rally and Rallycross (RX) content with the much-loved SUBARU Impreza (2001) and Ford Focus RS Rally 2001 and Rally locations Greece and Finland, all returning from the original DiRT Rally. Week Seven sees the latest of the new RX locations with Yas Marina Circuit, a mix of asphalt and loose surface sections located in the stadium sector of the Abu Dhabi venue. Yas Marina Circuit's Rallycross layout was introduced as the opening round of the 2019 FIA World Rallycross Championship and is making its videogame debut in DiRT Rally 2.0. Players will also receive F2 Kit Car favourites with the introduction of the Peugeot 306 Maxi and Seat Ibiza Kit Car.
Season Four of DiRT Rally 2.0 launches November 19th as per the following schedule:
– Week 1: Killarney International Raceway, South Africa
– Week 3: Lydden Hill, UK, Special Livery Pack
– Week 5: Renault Clio R.S. RX, Renault Megane R.S. RX, Ford Fiesta Rallycross (MK8), Special Livery Pack
– Week 9: Peugeot 208 WRX, Ford Fiesta Rallycross (STARD)
– Week 11: Ford Fiesta RXS Evo 5, Audi S1 EKS RX quattro, Seat Ibiza RX, Special Livery Pack
Dirt 4 System Requirements
Season Four begins with a new RX location, South Africa, followed by Lydden Hill which fans will know well from DiRT Rally and DiRT 4. Season Four also celebrates the 2019 FIA World Rallycross Championship season, with 2019 season versions of several cars making their way to DiRT Rally 2.0.
'It's been six months since we launched DiRT Rally 2.0 and the response from our community has been really positive,' said Ross Gowing, DiRT Rally 2.0 Game Director at Codemasters. 'We spend a lot of time listening to our players and we're delighted to bring them remastered classics alongside new vehicles and locations to give them a completely new experience.
DIRT - The award winning off-road racing franchise. DIRT 5 is the bold new off-road racing experience created by Codemasters. Blaze a trail across the most iconic routes in the world. Drive the widest roster of cars from rally icons, to trucks, to GT heroes and lots more. Play through a star-studded Career, four-player split-screen. The next DiRT Rally 2.0 location is only a few days away, and as the official FIA World Rallycross Championship title we're delighted to have the new-for-2019 Yas Marina Circuit in-game. I've done about 20 laps of the circuit so far to get a feel; it's looking to me like the most technical circuit in the game so far.
| DiRT Rally 2.0 | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Codemasters |
| Publisher(s) | Codemasters |
| Series | Colin McRae Rally and Dirt |
| Engine | EGO Engine |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows PlayStation 4 Xbox One |
| Release | 26 February 2019 |
| Genre(s) | Racing simulation |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Dirt Rally 2.0 (stylised as DiRT Rally 2.0) is a racing simulation video game developed and published by Codemasters for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. It was released on February 26, 2019. It is a successor to the 2015 video game Dirt Rally and emphasises realistic driving physics.
Gameplay[edit]
Dirt Rally 2.0 is focused on rallying and rallycross. Players compete in timed stage events on tarmac and off-road terrain in varying weather conditions. The game features stages in Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, Poland, Spain and the United States.[1] Codemasters also announced plans to expand the game through the release of downloadable content,[2] and released stages in Finland, Germany, Greece, Monte Carlo, Sweden and Wales. These stages are remastered versions of the stages included in the original Dirt Rally. There is also a rallycross mode with World RallyCross Supercars and eight circuits from the FIA World Rallycross Championship. Dirt Rally 2.0 lets players choose between a total of fifty cars, including the aforementioned World Rallycross Supercars, historic rally cars from the 1960s through the 1980s, Groups A, B and R rally cars, and modern rally cars from the 1990s to the late 2010s.[2][3] This was later expanded to thirteen locations through downloadable content. Every car can have its setup adjusted before a race.[4]
The game also features a new weather modelling system where changes in the weather affect the relative level of grip and require players to take a more nuanced approach to driving. The weather also affects visibility in stages. The surface of the stages is also subject to degradation; as more cars pass over a stage, more than 100 layers ensure that the road surface will start to shift and break up, affecting grip levels. The gameplay therefore demands maximum concentration, especially as some stages can take more than ten minutes to complete. There is no rewind function and damages not only have a visual but also mechanical effect, with it being possible to sustain 'terminal damage', which automatically ends whatever race the car is in as a DNF.[4]
The 'My Team' mode introduced in Dirt 4 is expanded upon, requiring players to hire specialist engineers to maintain the car. However, other elements such as customising liveries, signing sponsors and expanding team facilities were removed. Damage sustained during a rally carries over from event to event. Players are also able to make a wider range of strategic choices, such as tyre compounds; softer tyres offer more grip but wear out faster, while harder tyres are more durable but produce slower stage times. Codemasters later introduced a more comprehensive tutorial for setting up the car to make the process more accessible for newcomers, amateurs and players who have been deterred from exploring setup options in the past.[citation needed]
The release of downloadable content follows a fortnightly schedule, and includes the return of rally locations from the first game, as well as cars such as the Škoda Fabia and BMW M1. The final DLC package is titled 'Colin McRae: Flat Out'. It features a new location in Perth and Kinross in Scotland, cars driven by Colin McRae and a scenario mode where players re-enact moments from McRae's career.[citation needed]
Development[edit]
Dirt Rally 2.0 is the first game in the series to be developed by Codemasters after game director Paul Coleman's departure from the company in early 2018.[1] Rally drivers Ryan Champion and Jon Armstrong served as consultants throughout the game's development with occasional help from Oliver Solberg, while veteran co-driver Phil Millslent his voice as the game's English-speaking co-driver. Neil Cole is the English-speaking voice of the rallycross spotter. [5]
Reception[edit]
| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| Metacritic | PC: 84/100[6] PS4: 84/100[7] XONE: 82/100[8] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| IGN | 8.5/10[10] |
| PC Gamer (US) | 87/100[9] |
The game received generally positive reviews according to review aggregator Metacritic.[6]
Awards[edit]
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Develop:Star Awards | Best Audio | Nominated | [11] |
| The Independent Game Developers' Association Awards | Best Audio Design | Nominated | [12] | |
| Best Racing Game | Nominated | |||
| The Game Awards 2019 | Best Sports/Racing Game | Nominated | [13] | |
| 2020 | 23rd Annual D.I.C.E. Awards | Racing Game of the Year | Nominated | [14] |
| NAVGTR Awards | Game, Franchise Racing | Nominated | [15] | |
| MCV/Develop Awards | Visual Innovation of the Year | Nominated | [16] | |
| 16th British Academy Games Awards | British Game | Nominated | [17] |
References[edit]
- ^ abErrington, Tom. 'Dirt Rally 2.0 release date announced'.
- ^ abArif, Shabana (26 September 2018). 'Dirt Rally 2.0 Announced'.
- ^'Dirt Rally 2.0 is coming to PC and consoles next year'. 26 September 2018.
- ^ ab'50 shades of DiRT Rally 2.0'. GameGator. Retrieved 2 February 2019.
- ^Kanal, Samarth (3 October 2018). 'How a rally driver is shaping DiRT Rally 2.0'. Motor Sport Magazine. Retrieved 4 October 2018.
- ^ ab'DiRT Rally 2.0 for PC Reviews'. Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 30 March 2020.
- ^'DiRT Rally 2.0 for PlayStation 4 Reviews'. Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 30 March 2020.
- ^'DiRT Rally 2.0 for Xbox One Reviews'. Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 30 March 2020.
- ^'DIRT RALLY 2.0 REVIEW'. PC Gamer. 18 February 2019. Retrieved 2 June 2020.
- ^'Dirt Rally 2.0 Review - IGN'.
- ^Blake, Vikki (16 May 2019). 'Shortlist for Develop:Star Awards 2019 revealed'. MCV. Retrieved 19 June 2019.
- ^Stephenson, Suzi (19 September 2019). 'TIGA Announces Games Industry Awards 2019 Finalists'. The Independent Game Developers' Association. Retrieved 25 September 2019.
- ^Winslow, Jeremy (19 November 2019). 'The Game Awards 2019 Nominees Full List'. GameSpot. Retrieved 20 November 2019.
- ^Chalk, Andy (13 January 2020). 'Control and Death Stranding get 8 nominations each for the 2020 DICE Awards'. PC Gamer. Retrieved 19 January 2020.
- ^'2019 Nominees'. National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers. 13 January 2020. Retrieved 19 January 2020.
- ^Wallace, Chris (14 February 2020). 'It's your last chance to vote for the MCV/DEVELOP Awards winners 2020'. MCV/Develop. Retrieved 26 May 2020.
- ^Stuart, Keith (3 March 2020). 'Death Stranding and Control dominate Bafta games awards nominations'. The Guardian. Retrieved 4 March 2020.
External links[edit]
Dirt 4 (2019) System
Codemasters® today confirmed that DiRT Rally 2.0™ Seasons Three and Four will launch from 27th August. Season Three returns to its rally roots with fan-favourite locations Finland and Greece complemented with brand new vehicles including the Peugeot 206 Rally and Volkswagen Golf Kitcar. Players also receive the latest of the 2019 FIA World Rallycross Championship season updates with Abu Dhabi's Yas Marina Circuit. As with previous Seasons, players will receive a mix of locations, cars and liveries.
DiRT Rally 2.0's Season Three content will be released as per the following schedule:
– Week 1: SUBARU Impreza (2001), Ford Focus RS Rally 2001
– Week 3: Argolis Greece, Special Livery Pack
– Week 5: Peugeot 306 Maxi, Seat Ibiza Kit Car
– Week 7: Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, Special Livery Pack
– Week 9: Peugeot 206 Rally, Volkswagen Golf Kitcar
– Week 11: Jämsä Finland, Special Livery Pack
Season Three combines a mix of Rally and Rallycross (RX) content with the much-loved SUBARU Impreza (2001) and Ford Focus RS Rally 2001 and Rally locations Greece and Finland, all returning from the original DiRT Rally. Week Seven sees the latest of the new RX locations with Yas Marina Circuit, a mix of asphalt and loose surface sections located in the stadium sector of the Abu Dhabi venue. Yas Marina Circuit's Rallycross layout was introduced as the opening round of the 2019 FIA World Rallycross Championship and is making its videogame debut in DiRT Rally 2.0. Players will also receive F2 Kit Car favourites with the introduction of the Peugeot 306 Maxi and Seat Ibiza Kit Car.
Season Four of DiRT Rally 2.0 launches November 19th as per the following schedule:
– Week 1: Killarney International Raceway, South Africa
– Week 3: Lydden Hill, UK, Special Livery Pack
– Week 5: Renault Clio R.S. RX, Renault Megane R.S. RX, Ford Fiesta Rallycross (MK8), Special Livery Pack
– Week 9: Peugeot 208 WRX, Ford Fiesta Rallycross (STARD)
– Week 11: Ford Fiesta RXS Evo 5, Audi S1 EKS RX quattro, Seat Ibiza RX, Special Livery Pack
Dirt 4 System Requirements
Season Four begins with a new RX location, South Africa, followed by Lydden Hill which fans will know well from DiRT Rally and DiRT 4. Season Four also celebrates the 2019 FIA World Rallycross Championship season, with 2019 season versions of several cars making their way to DiRT Rally 2.0.
'It's been six months since we launched DiRT Rally 2.0 and the response from our community has been really positive,' said Ross Gowing, DiRT Rally 2.0 Game Director at Codemasters. 'We spend a lot of time listening to our players and we're delighted to bring them remastered classics alongside new vehicles and locations to give them a completely new experience.
Seasons Three and Four are a perfect blend of classic and new with the likes of Greece and Finland which were established on the original DiRT Rally, through to new RX circuits in Abu Dhabi and South Africa. There is so much variety that will appeal to old and new players alike. We're also delighted to update the FIA World Rallycross Championship with new 2019 vehicles as well as bodywork and livery updates.'
Players will have the opportunity to purchase Seasons Three and Four and each piece of content separately on their digital store of choice. Imazing 2 2 5 download free.
DiRT Rally 2.0 is available on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices and Windows PC (DVD and via Steam). Keep up with all the DiRT Rally 2.0 news and follow updates from the studio on Website, Facebook and Twitter.
