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Review sentiment over time
Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.
How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (OpenCritic) | – | 80 | 86 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 71% | 68 | 358 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 81% | 75 | 223 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Apr 8, 2026) · 223 reviews sampled · 201 total reviews in window · weighted 132.6 up / 31 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (43)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
- 70
“RIDE 6 won’t have it easy at all in the racing game market. On the one hand, the developers have managed to create a broader scope for motorcycle gameplay, which is accompanied by much greater accessibility for new players and more manageable controls that won’t frustrate you as much as they did in the past. Add to that the new off-road tracks and nearly 300 licensed bikes. However, all of this is undermined by the new career mode, RIDE Fest, which lacks a certain vibrancy and any real reason to spend dozens of hours with the game or strive for career advancement. Unfortunately, this isn’t Forza, where you can let loose in an open world. That’s not to say that RIDE 6 is a bad game. Personally, I’d give it a 7, mainly for the driving model and the new gravel racing feature. However, it’s a 7 with a big exclamation point and a warning that the next installment needs a revolution, not just more of the same. So who should I recommend this game to? If, for some reason, you found RIDE 5 too difficult, you’ll struggle much less with RIDE 6, and it will be an interesting racing game for you. However, if you’re a die-hard fan, some of the changes might not be entirely to your liking, in which case we recommend either waiting for a sale or simply skipping this installment.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Thanks to its more flexible career mode, much improved handling for those looking, and the addition of an arcade style for newcomers, “RIDE6” finally takes the crown of “RIDE 4” as the best motorcycle game on the market right now.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“On the one hand, the gameplay of RIDE 6 has been significantly improved. On the other hand, everything that has been gained as a result is undermined by trivial and frustrating flaws and a series of incomprehensible choices made by the developers. If you are on the lookout for a new motorcycle game, you may well consider buying this one, but for newcomers, I would recommend going for the much cheaper RIDE 3 instead.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Ride 6 is an engaging racing sim with a steep learning curve and incredibly aggressive AI that might sour the experience for some players, but will satisfy bike enthusiasts.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Ride 6 improves on its predecessor with a stronger career mode, better presentation, and more variety, even if some areas like editors and character models still feel outdated.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“For long‑time fans, Ride 6 feels definitive - For newcomers willing to take on a steeper learning curve, it’s a rewarding gateway into the intricate world of motorcycle racing.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“Ride 6 is an upgrade for the series, but it suffers from some recurring issues.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“RIDE 6 is still the yardstick for motorbike racing simulation. This new entry takes all of the aspects that defined the previous title, but fleshes it out with an improved career with branching paths and challenges. Not only that, it features additional options that will make it easier for newcomers to get to grips with a game of this nature, such as the new ‘arcade’ style of play. Coupled with an improved range of rides and tonnes of tracks, for fans of RIDE 5, it definitely makes sense to move on to RIDE 6.”
read full review ↗ - 63
“It’s commendable to change and refresh your content, but Ride 6 has turned in the wrong direction. It’s far from a bad game, yet there are better alternatives on the market at the moment.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Milestone's latest motorcycle sim delivers authentic racing thrills with over 300 bikes and smart AI, while accessibility options welcome newcomers without compromising hardcore simulation depth. Dated UI aside, RIDE 6 is the genre's best entry point.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“If you love bikes the same way that the team at Milestone does, then Ride 6 may feel like a dream, and there is an enjoyable game here; I just wish it had more in-depth content to keep me ripping down the tarmac for months to come.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“RIDE 6 promises, as Milestone always promises with every new racing game, many innovations and improvements. Yet the Italian developer once again fails to make it fully true.”
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Patch history
- New Patch AvailableAug 17, 2026
- New Patch AvailableJul 8, 2026
- New Patch AvailableJun 29, 2026
- New patch availableJun 3, 2026
- New Patch AvailableMay 5, 2026
- New Patch ReleasedApr 8, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- New Patch ReleasedMar 3, 2026significant · resets scoring window
- New Patch ReleasedFeb 23, 2026significant · resets scoring window