Solar Crown is in a tricky spot. New players used to the fast pace of Forza Horizon 5 and The Crew Motorfest may find the progression too slow, and the missing legacy features will likely disappoint returning TDU fans.
Solar Crown has plenty of potential, but graphical glitches, a lifeless environment, and unnecessary online requirements let it down. Despite several delays, it still needs more polish before it’s ready for the road. As a result, it is not quite the triumphant return for the series that it should have been.
However, the driving experience is superb, the slower progression is refreshing, and exploring Hong Kong Island is highly enjoyable. But if you can go along for the ride and overlook its flaws, Solar Crown is a rich and rewarding driving experience like no other.
