Whether you’re a fan of racing games or not, you’ve probably heard of both the Crew and the Crew 2, two well-known titles from Ubisoft. Although these two games are similar in that they offer a thrilling, open-world driving experience, there are in fact quite a few significant differences between them.
1. Setting and Map
The Crew offers a map of the United States that’s divided into five regions. The Crew 2’s map encompasses the whole United States, plus a section of Canada and Mexico. This allows for even more distance driving and exploration.
2. Vehicle Types
The Crew offers traditional races and driving experiences as well as the option to drive off-road vehicles. The Crew 2 offers those same experiences, plus the ability to drive airplanes, boats, and motorbikes.
3. Visuals
The Crew 2 offers significantly improved visuals when compared to the first game. The cars look much sharper and more realistic, and the world is vibrant and alive, with more dynamic and realistic lighting.
4. Cops and Robbers
The Crew contains a mini-game called Cops and Robbers that pits the player against police cars while they attempt to evade the law. The Crew 2 includes a completely revamped version of Cops and Robbers with more detailed graphics and better gameplay.
5. Photo Mode
The Crew 2 offers a brand new Photo Mode that allows the players to pause the action, activate zoom and flight modes, and snap pictures of their favorite moments in the game.
6. Player Versus Player
The Crew included online Player Versus Player qualifiers and tournaments. The Crew 2 expands that experience with its Live Xtreme Series – a worldwide championship that pits you against the best players in the game.
7. Missions
The Crew 2 introduces Street Races as well as hundreds of new missions across the map. Each mission has its own unique objectives and rewards, making them even more fun and exciting than in the first game.
8. Player Stats
The Crew 2 allows the players to track their progress in the game through an in-game profile. The profile contains various stats such as driving performance, the number of missions completed, and the amount of money earned. This makes it easy to judge performance and compare yourself to other players.
9. Loot Crates
The Crew 2 also offers a loot box system that rewards the player with various items and upgrades as they play. These loot boxes can contain anything from cars, to upgrades, to clothing and more.
10. Horizon Life
The Crew 2 introduces a new social component called Horizon Life. This feature allows players to create or join live events, interact with each other, and generally have a great time.
11. Live Events
The Crew 2 also offers Live Events – short challenges that involve participating in races, chases, and other activities for rewards. These events are constantly rotating, meaning that each time you log in there’s something exciting waiting for you.
12. Crew Customization
The Crew 2 offers even more customization options for players. Player characters now have a much more diverse range of clothing, accessories, and hairstyles to choose from, as well as the ability to further customize their vehicles with a wide range of options.
13. Rewards and Levels
Another big difference is that The Crew 2 has an in-game reward system that gives players experience points and unlocks new rewards as they progress. The higher the level, the better the rewards.
14. Engine and Performance
The Crew 2 comes with an upgraded engine, which leads to faster load times and much improved overall performance. Players should also notice a smoother driving experience when playing this title.
15. Social Network Integration
The Crew 2 also allows players to share their experiences and progress on their favorite social networks such as Facebook and Twitter.
So, there you have it: 15 significant differences between the two games that you won’t want to miss out on. Whether you’re a fan of the first title or just looking for a new driving adventure, The Crew 2 is definitely worth checking out.
