DriveClub's Getting a Free Tour as Part of a New PS4 Update

I'd pick this game up if I knew for sure it'd be awhile before the next Gran Turismo comes out. It looks fun and all those expansions make it even more attractive.

Just wow, this game has pretty much doubled in content since launch.

As much as this game was delayed (remember the PS4 launch bundles, lol), if it had been delayed about three more months more with the additional content tacked on, say around the weather DLC, and with working servers, I think Driveclub would be regarded as one of the best racing titles in the last 10 years by the general public.

Sounds like they made a PS Plus tour that they're testing out before launching the Plus version of Drive Club.

@Wesker

Yup, I agree, it wouldn't make since to include a semi-introductionary tour at this point after the games release unless it was to gear up for Plus.

I bought this game, It looks spectacular, the constant post launch content is incredible, but man I cannot control any of the cars.

@gmxs

Yeah, the game does have a learning curve.......when did you play it? Evolution did some tweeks to the penalty system and drifting that have helped the game for the better........around launch I remember drifting being really obtuse, and now it's pretty straight forward.

Truth is driveclub isn't very good, the handling isn't great, the soundtrack is forgettable and the whole game seems generic and uninspired. it doesn't seem to know whether it wanted to be a track game like project cars or open world like the crew. Evolution are obviously poorly managed, the lack of a significant competitor on ps4 has been the only reason it has sold. I refuse to congratulate a developer for not switching it's resources to more important matters. The plus version was promised before the ps4 launched, this is unacceptable. If they do close the developer than I feel it will be for the best, the talented individuals working there will find work. Criterion supported burnout paradise fantastically well, but they didn't have anything more important to be getting on with.

@sub12 I last played it last month, I will give it another spin tomorrow when the new update arrives

@gomersoul lol.. Since when has driveclub been even close to being open world like the crew?... Point to point races maybe?.. Lol
Agreed about the ps+ glorified demo tho.. It should have been delivered by now BUT the game is £12(used) pretty much every where...id recommend it to anyone at that price

Driveclub makes no qualms about "not" being an open world game, sure some of the enviorment are expansive, but it's pretty obvious from lap 1 that this is a traditional racing title.

The music was set to zero by default because they wanted people to focus on the sound of the engines and or atmospheric touches like the sound of the wind passing by.....which is pretty dependent on the person as to if they like that or not.

I wish it would go on sale in NA, it's still full price. :/ I liked that EU sale on it

@sub12 dude, the game is very accesible with about as low a learning curve it can possibly have. I let some friends of mine with zero racing experience try it and I could get all of them to do laps without crashing in 15minutes or so

@gomersoul I cannot disagree more with you.. driveclub is an extremely competent track racer and in no way does it aspire to be a open world racer? I have no idea why you would say that. Handling is very decent. Plenty of awesome cars
Many many tracks, both circuit and point to points which is totally awesome imo. And a great photomode to top it off..

Its an epic game....don't let anyone say different. Fantastic handling model. Most doubters probably don't drive real cars or if they have, they rarely get up to 6500 rpm.

Fair play to evolution

@NomNom yeah I finally broke down and got it , although I got it along with MLB The Show 15 at half price when Target was running its buy one get one 50% off promo Need the season pass though ...

@blah01 Funny, that's what I said about people who think this game is "epic"..

I was really tempted to buy this when it came out but all my friends who bought it said it was awful. So thought I'd at least wait till it dropped in price before risking it but then I saw Project Cars gameplay footage so doubt I'll be looking at this one after all.

Good to hear. Look forward to the other version coming out so I can give it a whirl. Sadly with project cars around the corner, they most likely have lost my sale, and 2 others I know. But this is a great example of post launch support being good, and not money driven, and it's something that should be applauded from everyone.

I am sort of waiting on the plus version actually... you know what's a fun game? Blur.

For me, this is currently the most enjoyable racing game on the market and Evolution have demonstrated extremely impressive technical skills in it's execution - the weather effects are incredible, the feel of it's racing nuances exceptional - and I for one LOVE it's d'n'b soundtrack.

What I cannot stand are the people who lament it due to a lack of PS Plus version. It ain't happenin' anytime soon - so either go out and BUY the game or quit criticising it for this one dubious reason.....

Oh, and definitely looking forward to the replays - would llove to see another nod to Motorstorm though with a motorbike in first-person - only Evolution has provided such a thrilling combination of speed and power.

@rockman29 "Even despite the failures that did hurt the game early, and did hurt sales in my mind...."
that would just be in your mind, the game has sold well over 2 million copies between hard and digital sales.
most games would love to hurt like that.

@Flurpsel really depends on what cars you're driving.
super cars is something none racing fans would have a problem with.

@gmxs yer mate couldn't agree more, but when it eventually clicks it is really good, although the AI can be annoying (I am more used to the forza handling for the past few years)

Anyone who still hasn't bought this game - walk to the shop and do it - NOW. Its good but not great. Well worth £20 / $30. @blah01 its nothing like driving a real car. Its a competent game, but the handling is completely different.

I was initially on the fence about buying this because I'm more of a driving sim fan than arcade racers but I picked it up a while ago for £25 and immediately liked it. The handling is arcadey but tight enough for sim fans to enjoy it as a very decent racer. The sense of speed is top notch too.

Thanks @Neolit I think I will try what you suggested

The update is out now, its a bit of a lump at just under 10GB

@sub12 @sub12 @Wesker @sub12 @sub12 youre so right. Its unreal what this game is right now at this moment. If this game had launched with the weather and replay updates etc, it wouldve gotten 9.5s across the board. I play every racer on every system and Driveclub is absolutely amazing. Ive never seen graphics that good either. I hope Evolution Studios can stay around