The Crew MotorFest

The next big open-world multiplayer racing game

The Crew Motorfest from Ubisoft Ivory Tower is a premium racing game with single-player and multiplayer game modes. This serves as the sequel to The Crew 2 and the third installment in the series. In comparison to its predecessors, it features an improved game engine, superior textures, and a new setting.

With its focus on open-world racing and the presence of a motor festival, which serves as the central hub of the game and the races, The Crew Motorfest is clearly intended to compete with Forza Horizon 5 and the other installments in the Forza Horizon series.

Welcome to Hawaii

Many of the main features from previous installments of the series are maintained in The Crew Motorfest, including various race options, a single-player campaign, and options for multiplayer or "team" races. This time, however, the game no longer takes place on the American continent, but on the Hawaiian island of O'ahu.

Like The Crew 1 and 2, it remains an open-world experience, where players can freely explore the landscape. The map of O'ahu is not recreated at a 1:1 scale, but rather an amalgamation of Hawaiian locations. In the game, the player participates in a festival held in O'ahu, and there is a main plot based on building a reputation in races of various disciplines.

Comparisons with Forza Horizon 5 are more than logical, as The Crew Motorfest deploys the same concepts of open world and car festival for which the game is known. Although it is difficult to match the polish and amount of content offered by Forza Horizon, The Crew Motorfest is a solid alternative that also allows us to control planes and boats.

Celebrating car culture

With The Crew Motorfest, players have the opportunity to enjoy different aspects of car culture. The game includes The Playlist, a set of short campaigns, each focused on a specific theme. Join car exhibitions, themed events, special races, and unique challenges. From vintage cars to modern electric cars, you will enjoy different automotive and gaming experiences.

In addition, this installment introduces The Motorfest, a dynamic program in the form of a car festival. Like The Playlist, it also includes various themed events that allow the player to complete different tasks in exchange for rewards. It also serves as an exclusive platform for collecting cars from the past, present, and future, allowing you to show off your customized collections or your driving skills.

What’s new in Season 4?

The Crew Motorfest’s Season 4, the last Year 1 update, kicks off with a celebration of Lowrider culture, featuring 29 stunning cars, pulsating music in diverse playlists, and vibrant artistry. This season, the Custom Frenzy Main Stage takes the spotlight, celebrating the creativity and flair of car customization. Each month, players can complete challenges to earn special rewards for their racing prowess. The first month kicks off with Lowrider Custom and Drag & Donk Custom themes.

The first Legend vehicle reward is the eye-catching Chevrolet Impala LowRider Red Duchess Edition (1967), a must-have for any car enthusiast. Then, the next month will bring in restomod events such as “Lasting Legacy” and “RingBrothers Makeover.” These themes highlight the beauty of restoring cars to their factory specs, honoring vehicles that have left a lasting legacy. Featured is the RingBrothers Dodge Charger Tusk, a standout from the 2023 SEMA Show.

Meanwhile, the second Legend vehicle reward is the Dodge Challenger R/T Riff Edition (1970), a classic transformed into a modern marvel. Moving on, the next month will bring the themes “Yiannimize” and “Creators Mastery Works,” where the focus is on creating original and iconic designs. Its featured reward is the sleek Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Basalt Edition (2022). Furthermore, it will also provide a sneak peek into what’s coming in Year 2.

Finally, the last month of the season will see a dive into Japanese Custom culture and a spooky Spooktacular theme. Expect to see stunning Liberty Walk customs and fan-favorite Nissans, showcasing the roots of JDM culture through drift and touge races. The month’s prize is the Mazda RX-3 Raigyo Edition (1972). Plus, as mentioned, the season will introduce 21 new vehicles and bring eight fan-favorites from The Crew 2.

A fun and engaging racing simulator

The Crew Motorfest takes the franchise to a whole new level, with its fresh and exciting location and a range of new features that significantly expand its coverage and immersion. Despite the ambitious attempt to capture the majestic landscapes of O'ahu, Hawaii, the game compensates with its range of rotating themed events designed to cater to different types of car enthusiasts.