Game Description
The Crew, also known simply as Ubisoft’s open-world racing MMO, throws players onto the roads of the United States with a single mission: drive, race, and explore without boundaries. Developed by Ivory Tower with Ubisoft Reflections, this title mixes competitive racing with a massive sandbox playground. Think Need for Speed meets Test Drive Unlimited, but stretched across an entire country. Sounds ambitious? It is – and surprisingly fun to just roam.
Open World the Size of the USA
What sets The Crew apart is its scale. Players can travel through New York City traffic, cruise Miami’s beaches, or test speed in Monument Valley’s dusty trails. Nearly 5000 square miles of roads and terrain make exploration feel endless. And yes, sometimes you’ll just drive with no real goal – and that’s part of the charm.
Multiplayer Without Walls
The idea is simple: never drive alone. Whether you’re taking part in a story mission, chasing police, or forming a convoy, you can drop in and out with friends or random drivers on the road. One moment it’s cooperation, the next it’s rivalry. Need a challenge? You got it.
Key Features
- Massive sandbox world based on the United States
- Seamless singleplayer and multiplayer integration
- Car customization with body kits and performance upgrades
- Five tuning specs: street, perf, dirt, raid, circuit
- Over 50 unique cars across different categories
- Story-driven campaign lasting about 10 hours
Gameplay Experience
Cars are more than vehicles here – they’re your avatars. As you progress, you unlock new tuning options and perks. Whether it’s speeding through highways or cutting across cornfields, each ride feels like a small experiment in freedom. It’s arcade racing at its core, but every terrain type pushes you to adapt. Lesson learned: always carry a spare set of tires.
Why It Stands Out
Unlike many racing titles that focus only on circuits or short tracks, The Crew embraces exploration. It’s not just about who crosses the line first, but also about the journey between destinations. One minute you’re tackling a high-speed chase, the next you’re admiring the skyline. That mix keeps the pace fresh.
Similar Games
- Need for Speed Carbon
- The Crew 2
- Forza Horizon 3
- Test Drive Unlimited 2
Final Thoughts
The Crew is a racing MMO that blends arcade action with sandbox exploration. It might not be the most realistic driving sim, but it offers something else – freedom. Whether solo or in a squad, the USA is yours to explore, one highway at a time.
The Crew Trailer
System requirements
- Minimum:
- OS: Windows 7 or later (Windows 10/11 supported)
- Processor: Intel Core2Quad Q9300 @ 2.5 GHz or AMD Phenom II X4 945 @ 3 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or AMD Radeon HD5870 (1024MB VRAM, Shader Model 5.0+)
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 30 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible with latest drivers
- Additional Notes: Keyboard required, Xbox 360 or compatible controller optional. Game contains VMProtect anti-piracy technology.
- Recommended:
- OS: Windows 7 or later (Windows 10/11 supported)
- Processor: Intel Core2Quad Q9300 @ 2.5 GHz or AMD Phenom II X4 945 @ 3 GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX580 or AMD Radeon HD6950 (1024MB VRAM, Shader Model 5.0+)
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 30 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX-compatible
- Additional Notes: Supports keyboard, mouse, racing wheel, headset. Optional Xbox One/360 controller recommended. Multiplayer requires 1024 kbps+ broadband. Supported Video Cards at release: AMD Radeon HD 4870/5000/6000/7000/R7/R9 series, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260/400/500/600/700/TITAN series. Game contains VMProtect anti-piracy technology.
