The DLC significantly expands the game's scope, introducing approximately of new open-world terrain based on actual satellite imagery. It features:
: The simulation of vehicle vibration and the "real fight" to keep cars straight over humps provides a high level of physical immersion, distinguishing it from more arcade-style rally games. Dakar.18.Desafio.Ruta.40.Rally.part05.rar
: Reviewers on the Desafío Ruta 40 Steam Page praise the shift in gameplay required across different surfaces—ranging from high-speed flat tracks to technical "rios" (riverbeds) filled with hazardous rocks. The DLC significantly expands the game's scope, introducing
: The DLC includes a special homage to Honda rider Mathias Bellino , who was injured during the real-world rally. Review Insights : The DLC includes a special homage to
Watch the gameplay of the final stage of the Desafío Ruta 40 DLC, showcasing the motorcycle category and the challenging terrain of Villa Union to San Juan:
: A core part of the experience is the intense concentration required to follow the road books. Some players have reported occasional road book inaccuracies (e.g., at Waypoint 63 in Stage 5) that can lead to significant navigational errors if not anticipated.