Rugby 2005 vs Rugby World Cup 2011
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Rugby 2005 brings the excitement of global rugby to your living room, featuring a full roster of major and minor nations. Play through iconic tournaments like the Rugby World Cup, Tri Nations, Six Nations, and Super 12 with realistic gameplay and authentic rules. The title marks EA Rugby’s debut on Xbox while also supporting PlayStation 2 and PC, offering both single‑player campaigns and multiplayer matchups for fans of the sport.
Rugby World Cup 2011 brings the excitement of the 2011 Rugby World Cup to your console, featuring all official teams, stadiums, and tournament structure. Developed by HB Studios and published by 505 Games, the game offers both single‑player and multiplayer modes for fans of the sport. Play as your favorite nation in realistic matches, manage squads, and compete online or on the couch with split‑screen action. The title delivers a faithful simulation of rugby union, complete with authentic rules and commentary.
- Wide selection of international teams
- Multiple official tournaments included
- Realistic physics and animations
- Local multiplayer support
- Officially licensed World Cup content
- Accurate rugby rules and physics
- Split‑screen local multiplayer
- Robust career and tournament modes
- No online multiplayer mode
- Graphics dated by modern standards
- Limited AI difficulty settings
- Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
- Limited online matchmaking features
- AI can be inconsistent in higher difficulty
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AI-generated from listing dataRugby 2005 offers more teams and tournament variety at a higher price with only local multiplayer, while Rugby World Cup 2011 is cheaper, includes the official 2011 World Cup and online split‑screen play but fewer teams.
Key differences
- •Team roster: 30+ nations in Rugby 2005 vs only 2011 World Cup qualified teams in Rugby World Cup 2011.
- •Multiplayer: Rugby 2005 has local multiplayer only; Rugby World Cup 2011 adds split‑screen and online play via Xbox Live.
- •Price: Rugby 2005 costs $49.99; Rugby World Cup 2011 costs $29.99.
- •Platform support: Rugby 2005 runs on Xbox, PS2, PC; Rugby World Cup 2011 limited to PS3 and Xbox 360.
- •Content focus: Rugby 2005 includes multiple official tournaments and custom tournament creation; Rugby World Cup 2011 focuses solely on the 2011 World Cup.
Gameplay & fun factor
Rugby World Cup 2011 adds official World Cup structure and deeper career mode, enhancing immersion.
Platform availability
Rugby 2005 runs on Xbox, PlayStation 2, and PC, covering more hardware than the PS3/Xbox 360‑only Rugby World Cup 2011.
Price & value
Rugby World Cup 2011 is $20 cheaper ($29.99 vs $49.99), offering lower entry cost.
Multiplayer / co-op
Rugby World Cup 2011 supports split‑screen up to four players and online matches via Xbox Live; Rugby 2005 lacks online.
Content & replayability
Rugby 2005 features over 30 nations, multiple licensed tournaments, and custom tournament creation.
Difficulty & accessibility
Both titles have AI issues—Rugby 2005 limited difficulty settings; Rugby 2011 AI inconsistent at higher levels.
Graphics & performance
Both games are described as having dated graphics by modern standards.
Choose Rugby 2005 if…
For players wanting many teams, custom tournaments, and PC/older console support.
Choose Rugby World Cup 2011 if…
For budget‑ conscious fans seeking official 2011 World Cup content and online split‑screen play.
Common questions
Which game is cheaper?
Rugby World Cup 2011 costs $29.99, while Rugby 2005 costs $49.99.
Do either of the games support online multiplayer?
Rugby World Cup 2011 offers online multiplayer via Xbox Live; Rugby 2005 does not have online play.
Which title includes more international teams and tournaments?
Rugby 2005 includes over 30 nations and multiple licensed tournaments, whereas Rugby World Cup 2011 only features the 2011 World Cup teams.