Rugby 15

Rugby 15 is a rugby simulator in which the developers tried to reproduce modern union sport with its fights and fights for the ball. Matches are played at a tight pace: tackles, lineouts and rucks take much longer than spectacular runs, so the game requires an understanding of the rules and the ability to maintain structure. Control relies on backward passes and proper body work: you can’t just pass the ball forward, and in a scrum it’s important to press the right button in time to retain or take possession. Because of this, the first matches are difficult even for players familiar with the sport. In addition to single matches, there are tournaments and championships, including national teams, where you can take a club or country through a season. Online meetings allow you to test yourself against live opponents, and analysis of episodes allows you to understand where exactly the initiative was lost. It’s also worth noting that the game includes training and match analysis that helps you understand how to build a game in defense and attack. Weather conditions and the state of the field change tactics: in some places it is more profitable to play with your feet, in others it is more profitable to keep the ball in the scrum. For a niche sport, this is a thorough approach to detail. The game received muted reviews due to technical flaws, but for the niche rugby genre it remains one of the few options on computers. For sports fans, the value is that there is finally a full season and tactical mechanics.