The WhatsNext verdict
RalliSport Challenge 2 is one of the Xbox generation’s finest arcade rally racers, built around superb handling, outrageous speed, and remarkable variety. Play it if you want rally racing to feel like a thrilling, replayable spectacle rather than a strict simulation.
What it does best
Relentless speed through spectacular rally stages
Rally driving that feels thrillingly precise
A huge rally career that stays rewarding
A technical showcase of rally racing on Xbox
What might put you off
Arcade handling can frustrate simulation purists
Damage looks dramatic but rarely matters
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What you are walking into
RalliSport Challenge 2 is a 2004 rally racing video game, and the sequel to the 2002 RalliSport Challenge. This game contains new features such as a cockpit cameras and ability to change car at the last moment. However, stats like total horsepower and number of gears have been eliminated from the car selection screen. Cars are split up into 5 categories with 2 subcategories each plus "Classic" cars. There are 4 paint schemes on each car and drivers must drive 31, 87, and 249 miles before unlocking a new one. By winning all championships in the career mode, all paint schemes for all cars are unlocked.
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