Virtual reality racing has an enormous amount of potential. Racing games are often visual delights however, so what Driveclub VR lacks in this department is notable despite the sense of presence that makes it so fresh.

Evolution Studios' long-awaited racer finally rolls onto the PS4 forecourt. After showing very well at E3 2013 and '14, does it deliver on its promise? Unfortunately, not quite. This is a tough review to write. Only a few weeks ago, I nominated DriveClub as potential Game of the Year .

This PS4-exclusive racer certainly looks like a supercar, but how does it handle?

DriveClub VR gets off to a bad start for two reasons. Firstly, it's had a significant graphical downgrade from its original PS4 counterpart. Backgrounds look bare and blocky in places, pixelated edg

VR is a perfect fit for driving games; It may not be as pretty but the fast and addictive arcade racing remains intact; Robust single player mode with tons of content and unlockable cars

Graphics have taken a serious hit; AI opponent count lessened; Multiplayer lobbies are quiet

As PSVR's first driving game, Driveclub VR sets a powerful standard for anyone else who enters the arena. If your body can handle it, Driveclub VR is a truly in-depth racer and the VR makes it so much more intense. Definitely one for motor enthusiasts.

It's been quite a journey leading up to the launch of Driveclub . What was supposed to launch for free on PS Plus nearly a year ago has finally made it to Sony's service. The team behind the infamous Motorstorm franchise brings us their next venture into the world of racing games.

Challenges are very competitive | Creating a Club with the right people can be fun

No online connection? No fun | It's not sure if it wants to be arcade or simulation | AI are bastards | Only 50 cars to unlock

A solid game that definitely has an audience. Might lack replay value, could be too short or there are some hard-to-ignore faults, but the experience is fun.

DriveClub is a great racing experience which includes enough content, both single-player and social, to keep fans of the genre occupied for months, especially if they are determined to always be better than their friends.

Solid racing mechanics; Integrated social events

Limits player freedom; Bad soundtrack

Concept: Prove that a predominately online racing title doesn't just have to be about PvP racing to be fun Graphics: The lighting in particular makes DriveClub look great, and elements in the environment like smoke or confetti are great touches that prevent the world from being sterile Sound: I...

is the best-looking racing game I've ever seen on a console, but down deep it's a more modest, conventional arcade racer than the sprawling, open-world types we commonly see today.

Breathtaking detail; Great sense of speed; Constant challenges

Little solo content; Euro-centric car list