- Codemasters is "pausing development" on future rally games with its big re-acquisition of the WRC licence only having produced one game, which really sucks - 1 May 2025
That sound you can hear is me sighing into the steering wheel of my virtual Lancia Delta. Codemasters has announced that it's "pausing development plans on future rally titles" now it's finished adding stuff to EA Sports WRC , with the official WRC licence being revealed to moving on at the same time. Read more
- DiRT Rally 2.0 Players save up to 72% on EA SPORTS WRC 24 - 24 October 2024
Build the rally car of your dreams in EA SPORTS™ WRC 24, our most expansive rally experience yet. As the official video game of the FIA World Rally Championship, and developed by the award-winning DiRT Rally team, EA SPORTS™ WRC 24 takes you on an adrenaline-filled journey across 20 stunning locations, including the new Tet Rally Latvia and the Orlen 80th Rally Poland. Feel the intensity behind the wheel of high-performance cars like the Toyota GR Yaris Rally2 and Hyundai i20 Rally1 HYBRID. Codemasters' renowned multi-surface Dynamic Handling System has been refined for WRC 24—adjust it to suit your skill level and experience the thrill of driving on authentic surfaces that degrade over time. DYNAMIC HANDLING SYSTEM Codemasters’ renowned multi-surface handling model is improved for WRC. Tailor it to match your skill level and put it to the test on degradating surfaces. JOURNEY THROUGH W…
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- Save 40%* on EA SPORTS™ WRC with the Winter Sale - 21 December 2023
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- EA SPORTS WRC - Official Launch Trailer - 30 October 2023
This is rally, built by you, from the DiRT up. Welcome to @EASPORTSWRC. Pre-order EA SPORTS™ WRC and get behind the wheel from October 31st as well as extra content. Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/?utm_source=steam_news&utm_campaign=pre_order&utm_medium=wrc&utm_term=LaunchTrailer *Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- Don't miss out! Early Access starts soon - 30 October 2023
Don't miss out! There's still time to pre-order* EA SPORTS™ WRC and receive 3-day early access, all five VIP Rally Pass seasons, and the 3x Team Apparel Pack. Find out when you can build and drive your dream rally car. EA SPORTS™ WRC is the all-new official videogame of the FIA World Rally Championship, the first developed by the award-winning team behind the DiRT Rally series. Design and drive your dream rally car with the debut of Builder mode, race and overcome recent events alongside real-world highlights and nostalgic throwbacks in Moments mode or battle the elements across dirt, snow and asphalt in the pursuit of the perfect run. Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampower…
- WRC Drivers React - 30 October 2023
Watch as reality and games meet as some of the best drivers get hands on with EA SPORTS™ WRC. Featuring: Ott Tänak Oliver & Petter Solberg Takamoto Katsuta Esapekka Lappi Teemu Suninen Gus Greensmith Robert Virves William Creighton Hamza Anwar Watch them take to the wheel and put EA SPORTS™ WRC through its paces as the drivers get their first hands on with the game. Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/ *Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- Racing and Rally Pros go head-to-head! - 25 October 2023
Watch as Racing and Rally pros go head-to-head, Abbie Eaton puts her skills to the test by taking on the world of Rally with the guidance of Adrien Fourmaux. Abbie will start off by getting to grips with Rally through EA SPORTS™ WRC as Adrien sets increasingly more difficult challenges, does Abbie have what it takes to get through them? Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/?utm_source=steam_news&utm_campaign=pre_order&utm_medium=DirtRally&utm_term=RallyVRacing *Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- Pre-load Available Now! - 23 October 2023
You can install EA SPORTS WRC from 15.00 UTC today and get 3 days early access when you pre-order. Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/?utm_source=steam_news&utm_campaign=pre_order&utm_medium=wrc&utm_term=Preload *Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- The Road Ahead - 18 October 2023
Each Season, players can unlock a racing suit, pair of gloves, a helmet design for their custom driver, and a selection of decals for use in the livery editor, as well as a livery to show off on the Ford Puma Rally1 HYBRID, Hyundai i20 N Rally1 HYBRID, and the Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 HYBRID. The Rally pass will have free, VIP and EA Play rewards. Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/?utm_source=steam_news&utm_campaign=pre_order&utm_medium=wrc&utm_term=TheRoadAhead *Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- First Impressions & Gameplay - 17 October 2023
Get an early look at EA SPORTS WRC thanks to the EA Creator Network! Here are the first impressions and gameplay videos from a selection of creators and media. 📺 Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCzxGaIryzzwiF98iY4PPb6H_ZtApfZhr Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/?utm_source=steam_news&utm_campaign=pre_order&utm_medium=wrc&utm_term=CreatorPreviews *Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- WRC World Champion Kalle Rovanperä's reaction to the new EA SPORTS™ WRC game! - 16 October 2023
Watch the WRC World Champion Kalle Rovanperä grab the virtual steering wheel and put EA SPORTS WRC through its paces as he gives his first impression to Codemasters’ most authentic rallying game to-date. WRC will feature over 200 rally stages with greater realism, fidelity, and detail than ever before along with 78 real-world rally cars, covering the entire history of the sport. The Dynamic Handling System is the most authentic and dynamic handling model the Codemasters team has built to date. EA SPORTS™ WRC lets you build the car of your dreams in the all-new official video game of the FIA World Rally Championship, the first developed by the award-winning team behind the DiRT Rally series. Design and drive your dream rally car with the debut of Builder mode, race and overcome recent events alongside real-world highlights and nostalgic throwbacks in Moments mode, or battle the elements…
- First Look at Gameplay - 4 October 2023
Watch as we take the wheel and tackle three exciting stages and show case how seasons affect more than just the background with this exlusive first look at gameplay • Rally Estonia Route #9 | Vahessaare | Distance: 6.2km • Rally Japan Route #01 | Lake Mikawa | Distance: 19.9km • Rally Sweden Route #04 | Lauksjoen | Distance: 11km The cars featured in the video: Hyundai i20 N Rally1 HYBRID, Škoda Fabia RS Rally2, and Ford Fiesta Rally3. Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/?utm_source=steam_news&utm_campaign=pre_order&utm_medium=wrc&utm_term=Gameplay *Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- Modes & Features - 27 September 2023
Learn about the exciting modes and features you’ll experience across EA SPORTS™ WRC in another Deep Dive! Get to know Career, Builder, and Moments - the headline game modes in WRC - as well as many more ways to enjoy the world of rally. Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/?utm_source=steam_news&utm_campaign=pre_order&utm_medium=DR2&utm_term=Deep_Dive2 *Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- Features Unveiled - 22 September 2023
EA SPORTS™ WRC will feature over 200 rally stages with greater realism, fidelity, and detail than ever before along with over 80 rally cars, covering the entire history of the sport. The Dynamic Handling System is the most authentic and dynamic handling model the Codemasters team has built to date. Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%* Pre order* WRC Standard Edition now and receive: • 3-Day Early Access • Ford, Toyota and Hyundai livery & apparel packs • VIP Rally Pass for 5 in-game seasons https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/?utm_source=steam_news&utm_campaign=pre_order&utm_medium=DR2&utm_term=Deep_Dive1 *Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- Pre-purchase EA SPORTS™ WRC today - 11 September 2023
Build the car of your dreams in the all-new official video game of the FIA World Rally Championship. Eligible DiRT Rally 2.0 owners can pre-purchase EA SPORTS WRC and save 10%*. EA SPORTS™ WRC is the all-new official video game of the FIA World Rally Championship, the first developed by the award-winning team behind the DiRT Rally series. Design and drive your dream rally car with the debut of Builder mode, race and overcome recent events alongside real-world highlights and nostalgic throwbacks in Moments mode or battle the elements across dirt, snow, and asphalt in pursuit of the perfect run. Pre-purchase* EA SPORTS WRC and receive, 3 Days Early Access, all 5 VIP Rally Pass seasons, and the 3 x Team Apparel pack." https://store.steampowered.com/app/1849250/WRC/ *Conditions and restrictions apply. See https://ea.com/games/ea-sports-wrc/wrc/disclaimers for details.
- Version 1.18 Patch Notes - 7 April 2021
All patch notes for the game can be found here. Version 1.18 April 8, 2021 Content: New Livery: SUBARU Impreza 1995 - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Black) New Livery: SUBARU Impreza 1995 - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Blue) New Livery: SUBARU Impreza 1995 - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Red) New Livery: SUBARU Impreza 1995 - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Yellow) New Livery: SUBARU Impreza 1995 - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Green) New Livery: SUBARU Impreza 1995 - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Pink) New Livery: Volkswagen Polo R Supercar - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Black) New Livery: Volkswagen Polo R Supercar - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Blue) New Livery: Volkswagen Polo R Supercar - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Red) New Livery: Volkswagen Polo R Supercar - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Yellow) New Livery: Volkswagen Polo R Supercar - DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series (Green) New Livery: Vol…
- Codemasters enters Junior WRC Championship with launch of DiRT Rally Team - 29 March 2021
Codemasters® today brings DiRT to life with the launch of the ‘Codemasters DiRT Rally Team’. Comprising of Jon Armstrong and co-driver Phil Hall, the duo will make their debut appearance this April in the 2021 Junior WRC Championship (Junior WRC). The season starts in Croatia before heading to Portugal, Estonia, Belgium, and Spain. Additional support comes from Thrustmaster and the Royal Air Force for the 2021 season. The Junior WRC is widely regarded as one of the most hotly contested series on the rally calendar. Open to drivers under 30, competitors compete in identical Ford Fiesta Rally4 cars, all supplied by M-Sport Poland, which allows for a highly competitive yet level playing field. Set across five European locations, the Junior WRC retains the WRC race weekend set-up with drivers tackling identical stages and routes. Jon Armstrong, 26, turned professional in 2015 and has compet…
- Compete against 20,000 rally fans in the Official DiRT Club's 2021 Season - 4 March 2021
Competition is where the spirit of rally truly shines and after our previous Club Championship ended DiRT Rally 2.0 players were hungry for more, so here we go with the 2021 Official DiRT Club's Championship Season. Join the Club Hang out on the Codemasters Forum Learn with the DiRT Rally School Find tips and tricks from your fellow players The Official DiRT Club The Official DiRT Club is the largest Club in DiRT Rally 2.0, with around 20,000 members. It is run by us here at Codemasters and serves as a fun place to race against your friends. While not as ultra-serious and competitive as the DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series, the Official DiRT Club is still a place where players of all skill levels like to take each other on and improve as virtual rally drivers. In 2020 we hosted a year-long Championship Season, taking in the many different locales of the game, and we'll do the same again for…
- Lukas Mateja and Quentin Dall'olmo become DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series Champions - 1 March 2021
Back in August tens of thousands of players began a quest to prove who was the strongest driver of them all, and on February 27 we had our answer. Here’s a look back at the 2020 DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series season. August-November: Qualifiers The DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series' second season kicked off in August of 2020 with in-game Qualifiers running for three months. Competitors could aim for a spot in the Rally Playoffs, Rallycross or both, with the top drivers on Xbox, PlayStation and Steam progressing to the next stage. Already battle-hardened by Time Trials and Daily Challenges since the release of the game in February, DiRT Rally 2.0’s top drivers came out in force and threw down new records every week. The fastest drivers from each Round would take part in one of three Playoff broadcasts, with the winners from those making it to the Semi-Finals in December. Everybody that took part…
