It's perhaps symbolic that Codemasters has included Colin McRae's old co-driver in for the first time in one of its rally games since Colin McRae Rally 2005, because Dirt 4 very much feels like a return to the good old days of the series.

New iterations of a franchise always promise more than the last one, but it doesn't always net out to a better game. While Dirt 4 packs more features than 2015's Dirt Rally and previous numbered Dirt games, its victory as a racing title is not just about its features, but also how it executes them.

The PSVR update makes the entire game compatible with the VR headset, allowing every mode to be enjoyed in VR. Moreover, it works splendidly, with no meaningful compromises to visual fidelity.

Dirt 4 has just one expectation of its players: Enjoy racing. It will take care of the rest.

When it comes to definitive rally driving, the DiRT series by Codemasters is the King of the Hill and has been around since 2007 ( Colin McRae: Dirt ). Sure the series has had its road bumps but the latest incarnation DiRT 4 offers something for both new and old fans.

Fast & Furious

Excellent track design; Plenty of game modes; Soundtrack is exceptional

Tough difficulty

I bought this game when it was released. Its a step above Dirt 3. Amazing graphics and really great attention to the small details.

I have been a big fan of the dirt series for a long time. This is by far the best in the series and probably the best racing game i have ever played.

DiRT Rally only released on consoles during April 2016 (December 2015 for PC), but while this was the return to form for the rally racing sim from Codemasters, fans of the more varied spin-off racing series still longed for the follow-up to 2011'S DiRT 3 (not including DiRT Showdown as that wasn't a...

Offering the choice of Sim and Arcade play-styles caters for all; Addictive "one more go" gameplay; Your Stage is potentially game changing; Good variety of modes adds much value; Lush visuals

Lobby hosts being able to change event discipline even towards event end; in otherwise smooth online experience

Codemasters' Dirt series was a sign that the British developer was looking to crack the world market by broadening the appeal of off-road racing. This was done by dropping the focus on rally and mixing in other off-road disciplines, such as trucks, buggies and gymkhana, an event that Ken Block has...