: Winning possession in rucks is trivial once a "sweet spot" on the right stick is found, regardless of the difficulty setting.
Watch this gameplay demonstration to see the outdated graphics and mechanical issues in action: Rugby 15 video review YouTube• Dec 11, 2014 Features and Licensing Rugby 15 Reviews - Metacritic Rugby 15
: Reviewers from IGN noted that the game often feels predetermined; if the game decides you are going to be tackled, your player may simply stop responding to sidestep or pass inputs. : Winning possession in rucks is trivial once
Rugby 15 , developed by , arrived as the first next-generation attempt at the sport, but it is widely considered one of the most disappointing sports simulations ever released. Despite the promise of bringing professional rugby to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, the game suffered from severe technical flaws, dated presentation, and a fundamental misunderstanding of the sport's mechanics. Gameplay and AI Despite the promise of bringing professional rugby to
: There are no replays, dramatic camera angles, or player celebrations, giving matches a "clinical" and lifeless feel.
: The game features flat perspectives, low-resolution textures, and a significant lack of polish.
: Teammates often run off in random directions even when selected, and defensive lines frequently open up huge gaps for no reason.