Colin McRae DIRT

The Colin McRae DIRT was released in 2007 and is named after the legendary Scottish rally driver who died a month before release. This is the sixth part of the series, and the developers from Codemasters have reworked a lot: they made the controls clearer for beginners, seriously rebuilt the physics of the cars and assembled a fleet of about fifty cars - from classic rally cars to heavy trucks and buggies. The career is built like a pyramid: to get to the main competitions, you have to win races on different surfaces. In addition to the classic rally, there is rallycross, where cars go wheel to wheel, endurance rides on steep climbs, off-road buggy racing and high-speed segments in open areas. Changing the surface - from asphalt to dirt and gravel - directly changes the behavior of the car, and you need to adapt to this. Damage honestly affects the result: after a serious accident, the car loses power and controllability, and repairs between stages are limited in time. You have to choose what to fix for the next race - the engine, suspension or brakes. This kind of economy turns a series of races into a separate strategy. The cars here are memorable in character: heavy trucks drive imposingly, while rally cars require sharp steering and quick braking. Damage is visible on the body - cracks, flying parts and dirt cumulatively change the appearance of the car, and it’s nice to see this after each race. In addition to the career, there are online races and free races, where you can simply ride your favorite track without competitive pressure. The presentation is made with respect to the person whose name is in the title: pleasant views, conversations with the team and memorable tracks. Colin McRae DIRT is an example of an off-road car simulator that will be fun to drive into even after years.