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[IbizaPocholo]

Get Your Gas in Gear - the Gameplay Features Trailer for #DRIVE Rally is Here!

Dive into the world of #DRIVE Rally with passionate co-drivers, over 400 km of rally locations, diverse car classes and customization options, and more. Coming to Early Access this autumn on PC & Mac, and to Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch in 2025!

#DRIVE Rally isn't just a trip down memory lane; it's an arcade-inspired rally-driving experience set in the golden racing era of the ‘90s. Experience the thrill of rally racing with passionate co-drivers who react dynamically to your driving, offering both praise and critique while helping you navigate the twists and turns of every stage. Explore more than 400 kilometers (or about 240 miles) of diverse rally landscapes, from the lush, evergreen forests of Holzberg in Germany to the twisty, arid roads of the American southwest— each offering its own set of challenges.

With 36 different cars divided into 3 unique classes, #DRIVE Rally provides an extensive roster for players to master. Customize your vehicles with a variety of paint jobs, decals, and performance upgrades to make each car truly your own. Dive into the career mode to achieve racing glory or capture stunning moments with the photo mode, complete with custom camera angles and effects.

Key Features:

#DRIVE All Over the World: From the sunny landscapes of Dry Crumbs, through the whispering woods of Holzberg, to the chilly wilderness of Revontuli, each track offers unique features and asks drivers to go the distance.

Legendary Cars: Jump behind the wheel of legendary rally cars, including Das Holzwagen, The Doggo, The Bobond, and many more from the studio’s previous title #DRIVE. New from the ‘90s era are Das Sandsturm and Celestia, just for a start!

Passionate Co-Drivers: For better or worse, your co-driver is with you to the end! There to help and lend some humourous jabs, they’re your trusty navigator —and your worst critic.

#DRIVE Design: It’s your way and the highway, baby! From tires to tailpipe, build your car to your liking. Add your special touches with paintwork, decals, and decorations. Take a picture in Photo Mode - it’ll last longer.

#DRIVE Like it’s 1999: pumped up with 90’s Easter Eggs and references in an adoring homage to the thunderous days of rally racing circa 1990s, this game feels like a finely-tuned arcade experience, with no coins needed.

 

[IAmRei]

Might be fun, but the graphic is not my kind today. I like minimotor racing style more. But will watch this game, will try when i got chance.

 

[nikos]

Really looking forward to this one. The demo was fun.

 

[IbizaPocholo]

#DRIVE Rally is an arcade-inspired rally-driving experience set in the golden racing era of the ‘90s. Grab your co-driver and burn some rubber on iconic race-winning cars across a variety of terrains in some of the most iconic rallying locations in the world!

Future racers will be able to jump into this mud-slinging, high-octane experience on Windows PC, macOS, and Linux via Steam—including Steam Deck—, Epic Games Store and GOG at an Early Access price point of $19.99 USD. The release date announcement trailer showcases never-before-seen tracks, iconic rally cars, and the charm of the game’s passionate co-drivers.

#DRIVE Rally arrives on September 25th, 2024.
Platforms: Windows PC, macOS and Linux via Steam—including Steam Deck.
Stores: Steam, Epic Games Store and GOG
Price: $19.99 USD

In #DRIVE Rally, players take the wheel and speed through over 400 km of diverse rally tracks inspired by real-world locations. With 36 customizable cars divided into 3 unique classes, players can fine-tune their vehicles to match their driving style. And let’s not forget the dynamic co-drivers who react to your every move, guiding you to victory and keeping you on your toes with their sharp commentary!

The Early Access will include:
- 4 unique locations, each with up to 24 stages that can be driven in standard or reversed modes.
- Championship mode, featuring a selection of 4 fully voiced co-drivers.
- A selection of 12 cars with unique performance stats, plus 3 different classes per car, amounting to 36 unique racers. So you can choose a ride that matches your driving style!
- Plus fixes, quality-of-life improvements, and community-driven updates based on feedback from #DRIVE Rally’s passionate community.

Following the launch, the micro-indie team (a core crew of about five people) will continue to soup up #DRIVE Rally throughout its Early Access period. Planned features include additional locations, more co-drivers, new championships, brand new cars, car livery customization, and more!

 

[IbizaPocholo]

#DRIVE Rally is an arcade-inspired rally-driving experience set in the golden racing era of the ‘90s. Grab your co-driver and burn some rubber on iconic race-winning cars across a variety of terrains in some of the most iconic rallying locations in the world!

#DRIVE Rally arrives on September 25th, 2024.
Platforms: Windows PC, macOS and Linux via Steam—including Steam Deck.
Stores: Steam, Epic Games Store and GOG
Price: $19.99 USD

Key Features:

- Over 400 km of Rally Tracks: Tackle diverse environments inspired by real-world rally locations. From sun-scorched deserts to icy mountain roads, every track offers a different challenge.

- 36 Customizable Cars Across 3 Unique Classes: Fine-tune your car to match your racing style. Each class modifies your vehicle's base stats, pushing you to adapt your driving to extract every bit of performance out of your car.

- Dynamic Co-Drivers: Your co-drivers will react in real-time to your performance, guiding you to victory or throwing in some sharp-tongued criticism. Constructive criticism, of course!

- Championship Mode: Choose a constructor and conquer all their stages. Rise to the top of the leaderboards and unlock customizable vehicle parts on your way there.

- Photo Mode: Capture your favorite moments with a state-of-the-art photo mode.

The Early Access edition will include:

- 4 unique rally locations with up to 48 stages each (24 normal and 24 reverse).

- Championship mode with 4 fully voiced co-drivers to guide or taunt you.

- 12 cars with unique performance stats, each with 3 different classes, providing a total of 36 variations.

- Ongoing updates with community-driven improvements and new content planned throughout the Early Access period.

Pixel Perfect Dude will continue to expand on #DRIVE Rally during its Early Access phase, with planned updates including additional rally locations, new cars, and new game modes. Players can expect regular content updates and fixes based on community feedback as the game gears up for full release.

 

[00_Zer0]

I'm all in when it comes to arcade style racers, but these indie developers have to stop with the cell shaded, or low polygon style arcade racing games. The Virtua Racing style and low poly count games have been done to death. This cell shaded look doesn't appeal to me at all. When is an indie studio going to step up and try to rivel the aesthetic of Daytona 2 or above? Or what about Midway's Rush series? I would much rather see that style of graphics than this kind of stuff.