RIDE 3 (v2019.07.29 & ALL DLC)

Motorcycle racing takes center stage in a polished simulation-leaning package built for players who care as much about their machine as the finish line. RIDE 3 puts a huge catalogue of licensed bikes on circuits, public-road courses, supermoto venues, and drag strips spread across a globe-trotting selection of locations. Its mood sits between accessible console racing and more demanding bike simulation, delivering fast, weighty races where braking points, lean angle, and throttle control matter. Photogrammetry-based tracks give many environments a convincing sense of place, from formal GP asphalt to narrow country roads.

Races revolve around learning each bike’s character, carrying momentum through corners, and avoiding the small mistakes that send a rider wide or into the gravel. The roster spans seven classes and more than 230 motorcycles, so players can move from approachable lower-powered machines to ferocious superbikes that demand precise inputs. Career events provide a structured path through disciplines and challenges, while single races and time attacks let players concentrate on a preferred track, category, or conditions. Extensive mechanical tuning allows adjustments to performance and handling, while rider gear and a livery editor support cosmetic personalization; online multiplayer adds competitive races for riders wanting human opposition.

What distinguishes RIDE 3 is the sheer variety of machinery rather than a narrow focus on one racing championship. Historic icons and contemporary production bikes sit alongside each other, making it satisfying to compare eras, brands, engine layouts, and riding styles on the same demanding circuits. Handling rewards patience and practice more than arcade-style aggression, though adjustable aids make the early learning curve less punishing for newcomers. Fans of Gran Turismo-style collecting who would rather race on two wheels, as well as dedicated motorcycle enthusiasts looking for a deep licensed garage, find plenty to enjoy here.