While anticipation builds for F1 25, EA Sports is delivering thrilling content for rally fans. The Hard Chargers DLC for WRC 24 introduces demanding conditions and tracks, pushing even the most seasoned drivers to their limits.
This DLC features twelve new stages across two challenging locations: Rally Sweden and Acropolis Rally Greece, with six stages each. These tracks accurately represent the intense conditions of the real-world WRC events. For added variety, reversed and shortened versions of the stages are also included.
Rally Sweden`s Umeå, known as the coldest race in the WRC, will test drivers with treacherous snow banks amidst stunning winter scenery. Acropolis Rally Greece`s Harvati presents a different kind of challenge, demanding precise driving through hazardous mountain passes with the constant threat of falling rocks. The stages in Hard Chargers boast enhanced visuals and immersive environments, making it easy to get lost in the detailed landscapes, but drivers must remain focused to avoid the perilous conditions.
During early testing, the Sweden track experienced some performance issues, indicating that further optimization is needed.
Here`s a list of the stages included in Hard Chargers DLC:
- Sweden: Umeå (10.8km)
- Sweden: Sandbacka (10.8km)
- Sweden: Ersmark (10.1km)
- Sweden: Ersboda (10.0km)
- Sweden: Umeå Sprint (5.2km)
- Sweden: Haga (5.0km)
- Greece: Harvati (14.1km)
- Greece: Pisia (14.2km)
- Greece: Drosopigi – Aghia Triada (8.8km)
- Greece: Perachora (8.8km)
- Greece: Irini – Schinos (8.3km)
- Greece: Posidonia (8.2km)
To conquer these extreme conditions, players gain access to new vehicles. The Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC `21 offers incredible speed, while classic cars like the Ford Focus WRC `99 and Ford Escort RS 1600 MK1 bring a nostalgic feel to the challenging tracks. The DLC also introduces the Rally3 class, featuring the Renault Clio Rally3 and Ford Fiesta Rally3, alongside the beginner-friendly Opel Corsa Rally4 and Renault Clio Rally4.
Finally, Hard Chargers adds a selection of new liveries:
- Fiat 131 Abarth Rally: `Fiat` (1976)
- Ford Escort MK2: `Ford` (1979)
- Ford Escort RS 1600 MK1: `Team Esso` (1973)
- Ford Escort RS 1600 MK1: `Ford` (1973)
- Ford Escort RS Cosworth: Malcolm Wilson (1993)
- Ford Focus RS Rally 2008: Marcus Grönholm (2006)
- Ford Focus RS Rally 2008: Matthew Wilson (2010)
- Ford Focus WRC `99: Colin McRae (1999)
- Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC `21: `Hyundai #6` (2021)
- Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC `21: `Hyundai #11` (2021)
- Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC `21: `Hyundai #42` (2021)
- Opel Corsa Rally4: `Launch Livery` (2021)
- Peugeot 206 Rally: Marcus Grönholm (1999)
- Peugeot 208 T16 R5: Craig Breen (2015)
- Renault Clio Rally3: `Test Livery` (2023)
- Renault Clio Rally3: Mattéo Chatillon (2024)
- Renault Clio Rally4: `Launch Livery` (2021)
- SEAT Córdoba WRC: `Privateer` (2001)
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