Rugby 15
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| Developer(s) | HB Studios |
| Publisher(s) | Big Ben Interactive |
| Platform(s) | PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation Vita, PC |
| Genre(s) | Sports, simulation |
| Mode(s) | Single player, multiplayer |
Rugby 15 is a rugby union video game developed by HB Studios[1] and published by Big Ben Interactive on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation Vita and PC. The game received overwhelmingly negative reviews.
Details
Rugby 15 is the latest Rugby union game to feature the Northern Hemisphere licenses while , its only real, rival in terms of Rugby Union video games Rugby Challenge 3 is the latest Southern Hemisphere edition , which was developed by Sidhe and published by Home Entertainment Suppliers. HB Studios have not developed a rugby union game since Rugby World Cup 2011, which was published by 505 Games. HB Studios have however announced the intention to start releasing an annual rugby game.[1]
Modes
It will be possible to play an individual match with up to 4 local controllers, play in any of the licensed competitions or a custom created competition.[2] The game does not feature a player and team customisation mode or a career mode. No online mode will exist in the game as the developers want to focus on the basics of the game to improve for future editions, which may include an online mode.[1]
Features
The weather will play a large part in gameplay with the wind affecting the projection of the ball and rain causing the pitch to deform and players to get muddy.[2]
Teams and stadia
The game features licences for all clubs in the Top 14, Pro D2, Aviva Premiership and Pro12. There is one in-game stadium that is used for every team.
Reception
| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| GameRankings | 17.75[3] |
| Metacritic | 19[4] |
| Publication | Score |
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| GamesMaster | 11% |
| IGN | 2/10 |
| PlayStation Official Magazine – Australia | 20% |
| PlayStation Official Magazine – UK | 2/10 |
| Official Xbox Magazine (UK) | 2/10 |
The game received very poor reviews, with IGN calling it an "utter disaster" and Official Xbox Magazine saying it was "easily the worst sports game we've played."
References
- ^ a b c Mikey Traynor (2012-11-25). "Is 'Rugby 15′ The Rugby Game We've All Been Waiting For?". Balls.ie. Retrieved 2014-08-18.
- ^ a b Lespol. "Rugby 15 at Gamescom review". jeuxvideo.
- ^ http://www.gamerankings.com/ps4/861290-rugby-15/index.html
- ^ http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-4/rugby-15