Wreckfest 2 is everything I loved about the first game but with more detail, every dent, scrape, and flying bumper looks better than ever. The crashes are so realistic that I swear I SAY "OOF" everytime just watching them. If you love chaos, destruction, and the sweet satisfaction of sending your friends into a concrete barrier at 100mph, this is the game for you. Also, the damage modelling is so good that it perfectly replicates what my wife's driving does to her real car. 10/10 would recommend (and also wouldn't trust her to drive my in-game cars)

This isn't an early access game, it is a skeleton. I supported and enjoyed the first one through its' early access, but this one will need several more years of development to flesh out to an actual game, I would estimate at least 4 or 5 more years. Yes, I know this is early access, but I played everything this game has to offer in 13 minutes. No race modes, no music, 3 tiny tracks, 4 different cars and zero customisation. I was bored to tears after the first race. I did the other 2, just to say that I did them. This is a tech demo at best and I am surprised they went into early access like this.

I dont recommend the game in it's current state. Runs like crap, crashes, barely any frames, crashes when you hit buttons, etc. Defo will be getting better as time goes on though. They really gotta work on the game

Currently I can recommend it only if you want to: - support the developers financially - save some money by buying it early Why? Even for an early access the game has very little content: - 4 tracks (+ mirrored version I believe) - 4 cars - singleplayer: quick race against up to 23 ai drivers - multiplayer: matchmaking didn't work for me, but joining via server browser worked - no music - besides some colors no car customization - and lots more unfinished and unpolished content

Running at super low frame rates. My gaming rig surpasses the recommended specs in every area. Reinstalled the game. Updated drivers and nothing.

trash game, already banned on 3 servers for driving reverse

LAUNCH DAY WARNING: This is what I'd label a DEMO. I've never, ever come across an Early Access title as barebones as this - it's a very unpolished demo of I think a pretty promising base game I'd sure love to play IF it were available. it isn't. on Day 1, the big launch day for the first follow-up game to the now-legendary WRECKFEST brand, THQ Nordic released Wreckfest 2 as barely a game. THQ Nordic / Embracer Group had sales of about 4.16 billion USD in the fiscal 2023-2024. and to thank the fans, they had it so that Wreckfest 2, the sequel to the millions-selling first game launched as barely a game at all. if it were a free demo it'd be seen as unpolished. there isn't music. at all. or car portraits in your garage (for your four cars, in total - same number as available tracks, though one of those tracks is a blank test arena. neat.) so IF this were a free playtest we had to sign up for I'd say "Oh, cool - this looks good. seems to run well, I like the new sounds, I like the new physics. You're on the right track with this one. Keep at it. We'll see how it goes with the next beta test in what, half a year?" but since this cost 25 bucks American, on -20% SALE, consumerism morality requires me to warn this: POTENTIAL DAY 1 BUYERS: You are NOT getting a game. You're getting a rough demo of what seems like could be a cool game some day for your hard-earned money. Can't tell you what to do, but DEFINITELY be aware of how little there is - DEFINITELY do research. YouTube it up before you purchase. I just don't go for the "Yeah it's bare, but chillax! it's just 25 bucks! What's wrong with you? Lighten up!" argument. Because for one, it's not an indie made by a guy in his closet or something - this is a major AA sequel to a beloved game that's surely sold millions by now. and second, it's not "just" any amount of money. you are the CONSUMER. they NEED you. and this is YOUR (or failing that, your PARENTS') finite money. you deserve to spend it on a purchase that you can be confident in. And for this (or almost any) price, I seriously don't see this as acceptable. the game itself looks promising, but we're not your ----ing playtesters, again: we are your CUSTOMERS. if we all suddenly simply stopped buying your products, you'd be in a lot more trouble than we would be. why would you do this to us? why risk so much on such an important title for you? had you offered a free playtest, I would've taken the offer and given you free feedback. but this? your CHARGING me for this? I heard this called a "scam" in the boards. I won't say it's that - I won't say "Scam", I'll just say "Scum". just an unbelievably short-sighted and scummy nonstart for this sequel to such a beloved hit game. "Early Access Game - Get instant access and start playing; GET INVOLVED WITH THIS GAME AS IT DEVELOPS." = "Pay for our rough beta and do our bug testing for us. in 2025 we don't PAY for playtesters, we CHARGE our customers for it. Who's gonna say no? everyone LOVES Wreckfest 1! easy money for us, right?" Ain't modern gaming grand?* (*yes. it can be. but not like this. this demo seems absolutely fine. but as a PURCHASE this isn't one I'm satisfied with even a little. this is both such a shame and so shameful. IF this is all some horrible glitch and the wrong beta version was sent out instead of the real game, I'll try THAT and get back to you. I sadly don't see that as the problem. I see 2020's Gaming Scum all over this.)

Well, to be perfectly honest, and in my humble opinion, without intending to offend anyone who might hold a different perspective, while also considering this matter from various angles, and without condemning anyone’s views but rather aiming for objectivity, and taking into account every valid opinion, I honestly believe I have nothing to say.

To all of the negative reviews: I'm sorry but how can people be complaining when they know it's 1. an unfinished game (publicly stated too) 2. early access specifically to get feedback from the player base and finish the game It doesn't make sense to complain about a game that still needs funding and feedback to make it great like it's supposed to be. If you want a finished game go back to WF1 and wait for 2 to be done and quit crying about it.

No wheel support, Multiplayer broken, Only 4 cars and a handful of tracks. What a waste of time.

This game is so bad i got it and not even 20min after im refunding it it wont even let me in a single player match to play with out crashing is have a 3050ti and it wont even run on that trash game 100

I don't recommend buying the game for now. This game isn’t fully "cooked" yet—but my GPU, on the other hand, is cooked. My 3080 Ti is struggling for its life when playing on medium settings because the game always runs at full FPS. Don't get me wrong—the game runs fine and looks gorgeous. However, the inability to limit the framerate in the settings keeps my GPU at 100% utilization, which affects other programs like Discord, YouTube, and Plex. The petty issue that annoys me the most (which I’m sure will be fixed soon) is that I can’t map anything to my B/O button on my controller because it’s also the cancel button for key mapping. I usually use X/SQUARE and B/O to shift gears, and without that setup, I can’t play the game properly. This game has the potential to be great, but as it stands, it’s not finished. Right now, it feels more like a beautiful tech demo—but it makes me excited for what’s to come. *Edit 4/3/2025" They Fixed the key mapping! I can shift my gears like I want now!

I'm a little puzzled why this early access was released. It is EXTREMELY early, essentially a tech demo of the engine. There is very little content, currently: 4 cars and 3 tracks (& 1 test track). Race customization options are also extremely limited. Multiplayer servers weren't working for me so that is literally it. The large majority of things from the original Wreckfest have not been added yet - career mode, earning points/currency from races, vehicle upgrades/customization, most vehicles/tracks, livery's, daily challenges etc. The UI is seemingly incomplete as well, options are missing to control stuff like screen resolution or refresh rate in game. Race replay/playback mode is kind of a nightmare to use. Now I don't have issues with bankrolling a tech demo to get a company off the ground, but Bugbear is largely owned by THQ so I'm confused why such an early release was thought to be necessary. From the available info the actual full game release is an entire year away and it shows. That all being said, the engine is QUITE GOOD. Love the new engine/suspension damage system and racing is better then ever. Kind wished I would have just waited for a more complete version to be available though. This level of demo is something that would have been free in the past. I could see paying like $10 or something but again, I am puzzled why they want $24 for it. One should consider it more of a year in advance pre-order rather than a real game at the moment. Once the game has more actual content and issues fixed I would love to make an updated review. Wreckfest 1 is one of my most played games on steam so I eagerly await the development of 2.

DISCLAIMER This is a chance for wreckers to drive an early (!) version of the game. For anybody who is expecting a fully-fledged, perfectly optimized game with several modes, dozens of tracks and vehicles, as well as an extensive career mode, please consider buying once we are releasing the 1.0 version of the game.

So I'm so happy that they updated the game to prevent crashes. However on my system the update fixed the main menu crashes, but I still cant race or do anything with the game.

More than Early Access, feel like a tech demo. The gameplay is nice, but not enough content to be calified as a "game". This Early Access trend, without clear times and roadmaps is becoming an issue. Refunded.

Game very bad.. Not completed game!! In game no pictures in game no missions nothing!!! Waste time and money get refund!! mby after 5 months change!Need a lot updates! atleast wrecfest1 have some missions and campaign here nothing!! No stunds no derby nothing! Bullshit

Back in the days we called this a Demo and it used to be Free.

The Camera controls in this game are the worst thing ever, I thought maybe they would fix them since wreckfest 1 but they have not so I'll be refunding.

Too little content for the price. The bones are there... But that's it, only the bones. Even the bots are named bot 1, bot 2, bot 3... The first game is still best if you want a destruction derby kind of game. Game returned for the moment but definitely will buy again later.

I love it, all the Negative reviews seem to focus on lack of content, I remember playing the first game in early access and it had 1 track but the final product ended up being awesome and this early release is way better than that, the physics , graphics and game-play are all improved, some people have no patience and want the game to be loaded with content from the outset for £20 quid, Let Bugbear do their thing, they know how to make the best Demolition derby style games, frickin loved Flatout 1 and 2, Oh and the wreckfest community was one of the best, If you don't like early access hold your horses and pay more for the 1.0 release in a year or two whilst I rack up killer lap times and skills.

Honestly this is kind of disappointing. Me and my mates were hyped to play wreckfest 2, but multiplayer is broken, there is literally no car customization content. There is not even a soundtrack. Early access is a terrible excuse for 24 euro price. Let's see what they deliver later on.

Zero content. 4 playable vehicles, 4 or 5 maps. game will be amazing once its finished but stick to the first one until then. Should be a free demo with how little to the game there is currently.

Not yet. 4 cars, 4 tracks. Run races online with players & bots, or single player with bots. No rewards, no upgrades, no progression. I have a modest 3060, and the game ran fine at high graphic settings 1080p 60fps. Look, Forza Motorsport (my reg) is barely worth $20. This is not worth $28 (current sale) yet. It is sort of totally fine, some binding issues (no "reset car" under gamepad menu; but the workaround is that you can assign joybutton in keyboard menu). I just don't see any reason to play -- I'd rather going back to the original and continue the grind. There's no minimap or course assistant (waypoint, checkpoint, racing line), you just have to memorize the courses. Wreck, reset, wreck, reset, wreck, reset, haha I'm OP I put reset on the controller, I guess. I did 3 single player races and 1 multiplayer. I have to ponder whether to return it or not before my 2 hours is up now. In conclusion, I don't see how they can add enough content, namely progression, in only one year to attempt a full release. Sure, give it three years it might be close to when I first played the original.

Not Recommented, YET!!! Day 1 review, was only able to make a couple races so far Pros Looks absolutely beautiful Sounds amazing Racing and crashing is fantastic, worthy of being a Wreckfest Successor Cons Very graphically optimized. Ultra settings, 10fps, high setting 20fps, med setting 60fps. PC specs below. Im sure this will get sorted as it goes Very little content, 4 cars and 4 tracks. More are coming, hopefully we get a more stacked roster then the first Wreckfest The MP system. Why is port forwarding still being used in 2025? I should be able to hit a button that says "Host session" and invite friends. AS of right now, game is a 6/10. Once they sort out the graphics and add content, easy at least an 8/10. The MP though, thats just rough, and the only thing thats gonna keep it from being a 10/10. Specs i9-9900k 2080Ti 64GB Ram