Gravel: New Off-Road Racer Coming to PS4, XB1 & PC Early 2018

[die996]

Well, at least they seem to care about the game, thought has been put into it. I kinda like how the game works like BAJA Edge of Control and some MX vs ATV games in a way: big environments (probably around 9 squared miles) with quite a few paths. I still dislike the superwide paths and the freeriding but the game looks enjoyable.



PS: There is no way they have licensed the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. On the track selection page you can see "Memorial Coliseum - Los Angeles" but, c'mon... I know the stadium was correctly replicated in MTX Mototrax, not sure about DiRT2.

 

[torque99]

@die996 ^^ They are on a budget but always seem to get quite a few official licences somehow. I also think the graphics look sharp. I think the new Unreal Engine4 is really helping them with the detail they were missing in previous games.
p.s Beat you to this video- already posted on (page 5) 👍

@Gr4ndy Yes I saw that as well on the previous video.

In Alaska there are loads of tracks (see below)

 

[GroupB]

Release date is 2/27/18

 

[Silver Arrows]

Well, at least they seem to care about the game, thought has been put into it. I kinda like how the game works like BAJA Edge of Control and some MX vs ATV games in a way: big environments (probably around 9 squared miles) with quite a few paths. I still dislike the superwide paths and the freeriding but the game looks enjoyable.



PS: There is no way they have licensed the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. On the track selection page you can see "Memorial Coliseum - Los Angeles" but, c'mon... I know the stadium was correctly replicated in MTX Mototrax, not sure about DiRT2.

That insetik47 video tho. I know that dude.

On topic, I am fairly certain that in both DiRT 2 and 3, the facade of the stadium is well modelled, plus the parking lot around it.

 

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[FT-1]

I got a strong DiRT 2 vibe from that trailer.

 

[MrCrynox]

I got a strong DiRT 2 vibe from that trailer.

Well that would be great. There hasn't been enough arcade style games out this generation imo. Whilst Im enjoying Dirt4 I recently played a session of D3 and found myself loving it, and I know how D2 was even better, again my opinion.

 

[FT-1]

Well that would be great. There hasn't been enough arcade style games. out this generation imo. Whilst Im enjoying Dirt4 I recently played a session of D3 and found myself loving it, and I know how D2 was even better, again my opinion.

I loved the atmosphere DiRT 2 & 3 had. DiRT 4 is just as much fun to play as the aforementioned games, but I do miss the cheesy and over-the-top style the series used to have. Gravel does appear to have the lively atmosphere aspect covered though.

 

[MrCrynox]

I loved the atmosphere DiRT 2 & 3 had. DiRT 4 is just as much fun to play as the aforementioned games, but I do miss the cheesy and over-the-top style the series used to have. Gravel does appear to have the lively atmosphere aspect covered though.

Exactly. This looks pretty cheesy and fun! I would have still preferred SLRE 2 but hopefully they will follow that up at a later date.

 

[GTPNewsWire]

This is the discussion thread for a recent post on GTPlanet:

You'll Be Racing Against These Guys in Gravel's Campaign Mode

This article was published by Brendan Rorrison (@Brend) on December 13th, 2017 in the Gaming category.

 

[Factor41]

This could actually be pretty good. A blend of Dirt2 fun with just a dash of Motorstorm mental could be a winner. Nice to see a developer having fun with their product; Codemasters seem to be taking themselves quite seriously these days and Dirt4 lost a bit of charm because of it.

 

[MrCrynox]

This could actually be pretty good. A blend of Dirt2 fun with just a dash of Motorstorm mental could be a winner. Nice to see a developer having fun with their product; Codemasters seem to be taking themselves quite seriously these days and Dirt4 lost a bit of charm because of it.

I think CM have lost their way during this generation, which considering how strong they were last Gen I find hard to understand.
Barring the F1 games which I'm not qualified to comment on they took ages to bring out a game, ie Dirt Rally which admittedly was great. But then Dirt 4, I like game but many don't as it was indicated as a follow on from DR which it clearly isn't but at the same time doesn't feel like a true successor to D2/3 either, imo. They also hurt themselves immeasurably with their radio silence after release.

With D4 I feel they should have released a game that was more like the previous games, (read in your face fun), and then also released DR2, then everyone would have been happy, all bases covered.

And where is the next Grid game ?

To me they were on top of the world but something is clearly wrong internally as they have let all their success slip away, which being a CM fan makes me feel equally frustrated and sad.

However back on topic! I'm very interested in what Gravel is like, looks appealing to me, cheese and all

 

[adam thompson]

I like the look of GRAVEEEEEEL. Will probably pick this up next year with the crew 2

 

[bokimoto]

I need to know, ...
Are the pose-able action figures & pajamas going to be out in time for Christmas?

 

[Wolfe]

I'm somewhat interested, but I'm wary of Milestone after Ride and SLRE, as much as I enjoyed SLRE...I guess it will depend on feedback about the handling from someone here I can trust.

 

[ELmarcotuff]

On Facebook I asked them will the rally cars have more than the safari spec they are shown in, they answered with they'll all have multiple liveries.
Come to think of it, has anyone made as confirmed car list on here or no?

 

[The Stig Farmer]

Well I guess I have now @ELmarcotuff

I spent too much time doing this...

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Abarth 124 Rally R-GT

Alpine A110

BMW X3 CC

Chevrolet Silverado Trophy Truck - Baldwin Motorsports

Fiat 124 Abarth Group 4
Fiat 131 Abarth

Ford Escort Mk II RS1800 - Rothmans Rally Team
Ford Escort RS Cosworth
Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Trophy Truck
Ford Focus RS WRC 99
Ford Fiesta ST Rallycross - OlsbergsMSE
Ford Ranger T6 Dakar
Ford RS200

Hummer H3 Dakar

Hyundai Veloster Race Concept

Lancia 037 Rallye
Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evo
Lancia Delta S4
Lancia ECV
Lancia Stratos

MINI Countryman ALL4-Racing Dakar
MINI Countryman RX

Mitsubishi ASX Racing
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI WRC
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X
Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero Evolution MPR14

Nissan Navara

Porsche 911

Renault 5 Maxi Turbo
Renault Duster Dakar

Subaru Impreza 555
Subaru Impreza WRC2003
Subaru Impreza WRX STI "GR" GRC
Subaru WRX STI NR4

Suzuki Grand Vitara Cross Country - Suzuki Italia

Toyota 222D
Toyota Celica GT-Four ST185
Toyota GT86 CS-R3
Toyota Hilux V8 Dakar
Toyota Land Cruiser Dakar
Toyota T100 Trophy Truck

Vauxhall Astra 4S

Volkswagen Beetle GRC
Volkswagen Polo R WRX - Marklund Motorsport
Volkswagen Race Touareg III

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Unsure which specification the 911 and Navara are, but hey they're there. A fair amount of carry-over from Seb Loeb Rally but also plenty of fresh metal. Sources = all trailers, gameplay etc. Tried to give each car its original official name because the in-game naming scheme is very unfinished; the R4 Subaru is named "2015 Subaru WRC" or something which isn't technically wrong but isn't exactly helpful either. The Hummer is listed as a Chevrolet in this game. Also, TIL that Suzuki Italy campaigns a team of Vitaras (both Grand and regular sizes) in national cross-country rallies! Good times

 

[ELmarcotuff]

Well I guess I have now @ELmarcotuff

I spent too much time doing this...

- - - - -

Abarth 124 Rally R-GT

Alpine A110

BMW X3 CC

Chevrolet Silverado Trophy Truck - Baldwin Motorsports

Fiat 124 Abarth Group 4
Fiat 131 Abarth

Ford Escort Mk II RS1800 - Rothmans Rally Team
Ford Escort RS Cosworth
Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Trophy Truck
Ford Focus RS WRC 99
Ford Fiesta ST Rallycross - OlsbergsMSE
Ford Ranger T6 Dakar
Ford RS200

Hummer H3 Dakar

Hyundai Veloster Race Concept

Lancia 037 Rallye
Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evo
Lancia Delta S4
Lancia ECV
Lancia Stratos

MINI Countryman ALL4-Racing Dakar
MINI Countryman RX

Mitsubishi ASX Racing
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI WRC
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X
Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero Evolution MPR14

Nissan Navara

Porsche 911

Renault 5 Maxi Turbo
Renault Duster Dakar

Subaru Impreza 555
Subaru Impreza WRC2003
Subaru Impreza WRX STI "GR" GRC
Subaru WRX STI NR4

Suzuki Grand Vitara Cross Country - Suzuki Italia

Toyota 222D
Toyota Celica GT-Four ST185
Toyota GT86 CS-R3
Toyota Hilux V8 Dakar
Toyota Land Cruiser Dakar
Toyota T100 Trophy Truck

Vauxhall Astra 4S

Volkswagen Beetle GRC
Volkswagen Polo R WRX - Marklund Motorsport
Volkswagen Race Touareg III

- - - - -

Unsure which specification the 911 and Navara are, but hey they're there. A fair amount of carry-over from Seb Loeb Rally but also plenty of fresh metal. Sources = all trailers, gameplay etc. Tried to give each car its original official name because the in-game naming scheme is very unfinished; the R4 Subaru is named "2015 Subaru WRC" or something which isn't technically wrong but isn't exactly helpful either. The Hummer is listed as a Chevrolet in this game. Also, TIL that Suzuki Italy campaigns a team of Vitaras (both Grand and regular sizes) in national cross-country rallies! Good times

Well, thank you my good sir

 

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[Gr4ndy]

Looks awesome! Definitely on my list.

@torque99 Give it a look.

 

[torque99]

Thanks @Gr4ndy It looks to be shaping up to a nice fun arcade off roader. I am not worried about milestones handling or graphics as this will be on the new 4K unreal engine 4 so it should be nice and detailed and better than MXGP3. I will more than likely pre-order as Milestone do tend to take a while to drop pricing. But the way AAA games are halving in price so soon this year (within a few weeks) in sales we shall see 👍

 

[DeadHero]

Lancia ECV
Toyota 222D
Vauxhall Astra 4S

Didn't know these Gr. S prototypes were going to be featured in Gravel after appearing in SLRE. Amazing move, Milestone 👍

 

[The Stig Farmer]

Didn't know these Gr. S prototypes were going to be featured in Gravel after appearing in SLRE. Amazing move, Milestone 👍

Funnily enough the Peugeot Quasar from SLRE is missing, as are all PSA cars. No Pugs, no Citroëns.

 

[MrCrynox]

Funnily enough the Peugeot Quasar from SLRE is missing, as are all PSA cars. No Pugs, no Citroëns.

Yeah, that's odd. It's a shame I liked them. Let's hope they get included. This game is looking quite appealing after all of the recent SIM games.

 

[ELmarcotuff]

That Namibia race looks like they're using a Mitsubishi outlander thing.

 

[die996]

That Namibia race looks like they're using a Mitsubishi outlander thing.

It's called a "Mitsubishi ASX" but it's actually just a rebranded Mitsubishi Racing Lancer. Some privateers have been using Mitsubishi Racing Lancers since Mitsubishi threw them in the trash after the combination of bad performance and the fact that Mitsubishi stopped having a factory racing team. These are some of the names that have been used for the Racing Lancer:
· Mitsubishi ASX
· Ford HRX (someone installed a Ford engine in a couple of them)
· Borgward BX7 (yes, they will appear once again in the 2018 Dakar Rally)

PS: I both love and hate that they are including the freaking Dacia Dusters T1 4x4s from Renault Argentina.

 

[Scaff]

New gameplay video:

 

[FT-1]

Looking good, presentation is comparable to Blizzard Mountain on Forza Horizon 3. 👍

If I had one criticism right now, it would be the soundtrack. It. Needs. To. Go.

 

[Scaff]

Looking good, presentation is comparable to Blizzard Mountain on Forza Horizon 3. 👍

If I had one criticism right now, it would be the soundtrack. It. Needs. To. Go.

Soundtracks are the first thing I turn off, so I can live with them.