TOCA Race Driver 3
Feb 24, 2006 20 years ago
TOCA Race Driver 3 (also known as DTM Race Driver 3 in Germany and V8 Supercars 3 in Australia) is the third title of TOCA racing video game series, developed and published by Codemasters. TOCA Race Driver 3 was released in Europe and North America on February 24, 2006. The game features several fully licenced championships, including the DTM series and V8 Supercar championship. It includes 120 Championships and 35 Types of Racing through the Championship in World Tour, Pro Career, and Free Race. Also it has Bonus Championships in different disciplines. They take place largely in the UK and Germany, though many more tracks are unlocked by winning cups in Pro Career, or by setting a lap time record on a course within Pro Career mode. Open wheel, GT, Oval racing, Rallying and Off-road racing were all featured, and can be raced in either a detailed Pro Career mode or an open-ended World Tour. Online play allows 12 and 8 players on Xbox and PlayStation 2, respectively. Currently, it is the only racing simulator for PlayStation 2 with an online racing mode. It received good reviews, frequently being compared favorably to Gran Turismo 4 and Forza Motorsport, in the aspects of cars on track, damage and AI.
What it’s like
TOCA Race Driver 3 delivers a dense, mechanically focused motorsport experience that prioritizes driving fidelity over cinematic flair. The core appeal lies in its exceptional variety, spanning six distinct disciplines including touring cars, open-wheel, GT, and off-road racing. Each discipline features unique handling models, creating a deep simulation layer where vehicle dynamics are paramount. The progression systems, particularly the Pro Career mode, offer substantial replayability by tying track unlocks to performance, encouraging mastery across different styles of driving. While the visuals show their age with dated graphics and rough textures compared to contemporaries, the game compensates with robust physics and intelligent AI that provides a consistent challenge. The atmosphere is one of pure sporting competition, stripped of narrative distractions to focus entirely on the craft of racing. Multiplayer support adds significant longevity, allowing for competitive online sessions that test the game's sophisticated mechanics against human opponents.
Strong in Gameplay / MechanicsSimulation / ManagementCo-op / MultiplayerDifficulty / ChallengeProgression / ReplayabilitySystems Depth / Build Variety
Keep in mind The visual presentation and graphical fidelity are noticeably dated by modern standards, which may detract from immersion for some players. · Lacks a narrative or story mode, making it strictly a simulation title unsuitable for those seeking plot-driven progression.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from gamesradar.com, gamespot.com, mastertronic.co.uk, trustedreviews.com, eurogamer.net, videogamer.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 24, 200620 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 24, 200620 years ago |
| PlayStation 2 | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 24, 200620 years ago |
| Xbox | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 24, 200620 years ago |
