WRC 8 Reviews

WRC 8 is ranked in the 60th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
7 / 10.0
Sep 29, 2019

WRC 8 certainly boasts engaging, fun and challenging gameplay.

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GameMAG
Top Critic
6 / 10
Sep 29, 2019

At the moment WRC 8 should be considered for purchase only if you need a detailed career mode and so you avoid DiRT Rally 2.0. Or because you already beat the hit from Codemasters up and down and you need another similar game. Even so, I would recommend waiting for patches and discount.

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85 / 100
Sep 27, 2019

The graphics, sound, presentation, and force feedback all blend together to create a wonderful sense of speed and the sense of ever present danger that immerses you in the world of rally racing.

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7.5 / 10.0
Sep 27, 2019

Very good racing with completely redesigned career mode, just with less content in online mode and poor graphics.

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Sep 25, 2019

WRC 8 is a fantastic spectacle of a racing game, with great attention to detail and improved physics.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 25, 2019

WRC 8 is surprisingly accessible to rally newcomers, but after explaining how everything works, the game delights in throwing buckets of cold water in the player's face. This is a tough game, but a fair one, and fans of rally racers and other "difficult" genres will likely equally enjoy skidding through WRC 8's wicked twists and turns. A variety of modes flesh the experience out, but prepare to feast on the Career Mode, which is comprehensive and comprehendible. Recommended.

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Unboxholics
Χρήστος Παπέλης
Top Critic
Worth your time
Sep 24, 2019

WRC 8 brings many changes to the formula and fans of the series will surely enjoy their time with it.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 24, 2019

WRC 8 is the perfect entry for both longtime players and for those who maybe have skipped the past one or so. The series has never been better with this latest entry receiving major improvements both in the career mode and in the visuals.

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3.8 / 5.0
Sep 22, 2019

Overall, WRC 8 has made great strides forward, but in many areas there seems to be a lot of work to do.

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7 / 10.0
Sep 20, 2019

A competent entry to the WRC series by Kylotonn Games, and the handling model has improved a lot since their previous outing, however, the title is let down by some oddities and bugs that can sometimes make gameplay more effort than it needs be. Choose this if you want a decent rally experience, without the harrowing difficulty that DiRT Rally will put your way.

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8 / 10
Sep 17, 2019

It’s not easy to start with. It’s the difference being jumping in a plane in Saints Row to playing Flight Simulator, the Mario Karts to the F1’s. But hey, if that’s your bag and you feel like you’ve rinsed the Dirt games, or you’re looking for somewhere to start, then this would be it.

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IGN
By Luke Reilly
Top Critic
8.4 / 10.0
Sep 17, 2019

WRC 8 is the most in-depth rally sim to ever wear the official license.

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8.4 / 10.0
Sep 14, 2019

In terms of gameplay, WRC 8 goes on par with DiRT Rally 2.0 on the first place, but due to it`s stiff presentation, the partly outdated menu navigation and the high boarding hurdle it still can`t hold on with Codemasters paragon. Fans of rally-sports and detailed driving mechanics should add the title to their collection anyway, due that content and gameplay can convince on the entire line.

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Unscored
Sep 13, 2019

The two-year absence was a bit of a gamble, but the new direction has paid off handsomely for Bigben and Kylotonn. They have delivered an authentic experience that has pushed me to the edge of insanity at times, but in a fun way. The career mode is deep, the graphics are beautiful and the handling is extremely well done. I've mentioned the learning curve as being a steep one, and it most surely is, but it is well worth the required investment of time and effort it takes to gain a firm grasp of the overall experience that awaits you in WRC 8.

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Sep 12, 2019

WRC 8 screams mediocrity in every turn, something akin to a budget title, but still it’s sold for a full price. It’s not a bad game by any means but not that great either.

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GamingTrend
T.K. Hale
Top Critic
80 / 100
Sep 11, 2019

The year that Kylotonn took to get WRC 8 back into the top contenders of rally games was worth it. Its Career mode alone is enough to make you sit down for hours and plan out how to manage your team, drive your car, and meet the conditions of your contract. With the car's level of detail being extremely high, decent driving mechanics, and the bevvy of game modes being at an all-time high, this is a racing game that any fan of racing should absolutely try.

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3.8 / 5.0
Sep 10, 2019

A nice upgrade from WRC 7, there's finally a legitimate competitor for the Dirt series. Still, WRC 8 is best suited for those with a wheel setup and/or already fans of the rally race concept.

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Sep 10, 2019

KT Racing paid special attention to authenticity while allowing you to play how you want. If management and driving is your thing, then Career is for you. If not, then Season mode will more than satisfy. WRC 8 FIA World Rally Championship feels the best it’s ever felt, and the weather effects look so good. WRC 8 takes such great strides forward for the series, offering a true reflection of the motorsport.

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7 / 10
Sep 9, 2019

WRC 8 tries its best to bring the authenticity of the World Rally Championship with a strong campaign, while, at the same time, closes the gap between simulation and arcade driving.

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4 / 5.0
Sep 9, 2019

While it's a slight shame that the series this year doesn't quite come out unscathed, WRC 8 is nonetheless a fun and well-crafted entrant in the World Rally Championship series.

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