Rugby 25 (2025)

Developer: Big Ant Studios
Publisher: Nacon
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Sports
Rating: 1.9 of 5, 567 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 26 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, competitive sports game that blends arcade-style action with realistic rugby gameplay, creating a thrilling and intense on-field experience.

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What players say

Players are split. Some find a fun game after a learning period, but many more describe core rugby mechanics as broken: rucks and scrums feel predetermined, passing lacks control, and defense seems random. A recurring complaint is that the game decides outcomes rather than the player's skill.

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