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Star Wars: Galactic Racer review - sci-fi royalty gets the Burnout treatment, and the result is absolute racing paradise
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is a delightful racing game that successfully blends the thrilling physics of Criterion's Burnout series with a Star Wars aesthetic. Developed by Fuse Games, which has strong ties to Criterion's DNA, the game features a fun roguelite campaign with branching paths and strategic upgrades, alongside satisfying racing mechanics reminiscent of Burnout 3 and Burnout Paradise. The game's unique dual-boost system and emphasis on vehicular technology create a compelling and challenging experience.
Star Wars Galactic Racer review - breakneck revenge
Star Wars Galactic Racer is a highly polished racing game that successfully blends breakneck speed with a compelling narrative and roguelike elements. Despite forgettable tracks, the game's excellent racing mechanics, engaging story progression, and balanced difficulty make it a standout title for both Star Wars and racing game enthusiasts.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer review: Dancing with destruction
Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers an unexpectedly intense and thrilling racing experience, blending high-speed action with a surprisingly deep narrative set in the post-Empire era. Despite some frustrations with its roguelike campaign structure, the game's emphasis on risk-taking and its authentic Star Wars feel make it a standout title.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Review – The Force Is Strong With This One
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is an exhilarating racing game that makes the genre feel dangerous again with its blistering speed and brutal crashes. While the risk-versus-reward decisions create excitement, its chaotic nature can occasionally make victory feel frustratingly out of the player's control.
Here are our PS Plus monthly games for October 2026
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games for October 2026, featuring Hunt: Showdown, F1 25, and Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2. The highlight is Hunt: Showdown, a tense extraction shooter praised for its unique atmosphere and gameplay, available on PlayStation 5. F1 25 and Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 are also included for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 owners.
The 5 top games you need to play in October 2026
This article highlights the top 5 games releasing in October 2026, chosen from a large selection of new AAA and indie titles. Featured games include Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, Gears of War: E-Day, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, and Phantom Blade Zero, with brief overviews of their gameplay and appeal.
Star Wars Galactic Racer Has Me Ready To Throw Caution Out The Airlock, And It’s Already Discounted
Star Wars Galactic Racer, developed by Fuse Games, is set to launch with a significant pre-order discount, available for $55.79 / £46.49 at Fanatical. The game promises an engaging single-player campaign with vehicle and mission freedom, alongside a 12-player multiplayer mode, combining iconic Star Wars vehicles with fast-paced racing action.
Vette! - A 90's game by Spectrum Holobyte arrives on the Amiga via Vesuri
A fan-made port of the 1991 Macintosh street racer "Vette!" has been released for the Amiga. Developed by Sphere, Inc. and originally published by Spectrum HoloByte, this port runs the original codebase and features the full 1.02 version of the game, allowing players to race Chevrolet Corvettes through San Francisco. While it lacks network multiplayer and features a choppy frame rate due to the era's hardware limitations, it captures the charm of the original.
PS5 Version of Hugely Popular Sandbox Game Gets Release Date
The hyper-realistic sandbox racing game BeamNG.drive will launch in early access on PlayStation 5 on October 19, 2026. The game will utilize PSSR on the PlayStation 5 Pro and FSR 3 on the base console, featuring a unique soft-body physics engine and customizable vehicles. The PS5 version will launch alongside the PC version 0.40 update, which includes a new vehicle and local split-screen support.
The Crew Motorfest’s Year 4 updates promise new cars, new areas, and a Nintendo Switch 2 launch
Ubisoft has detailed Year 4 content for The Crew Motorfest, including new areas like the island of Kauai, a winch system, and new vehicles such as the Suzuki Jimny and Bugatti Tourbillon. The game will also launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 8th, featuring a Tomb Raider-themed DLC and a custom track builder. Future updates will explore Japanese, South Korean, and Chinese car cultures, and introduce semi-trucks.
Popular Open-World Racing Game Just $5.99 on PlayStation Store
Electronic Arts' open-world racing game, Need for Speed Payback, is currently available for $5.99 on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 4 owners. This limited-time offer represents a 70% discount from its usual $19.99 price, expiring on September 24, 2026. The deal includes the full base game with its campaign and multiplayer modes.
Sega and Netflix partner for a "cute yet cool" Sonic TV Show, a Crazy Taxi film, and a "badass action" Stranger Than Heaven adaptation
Netflix and Sega have partnered to create multiple adaptations, including a new animated Sonic the Hedgehog TV show, a film based on Crazy Taxi, and a movie adaptation of the upcoming game Stranger Than Heaven. The deal aims to leverage popular Sega franchises for streaming content.
Ruote Fumanti (Smoking Wheels) - A rather cool little racer for the Commodore 64 by charger0277
Ruote Fumanti (Smoking Wheels), a new racing game developed by charger0277 for the Commodore 64, offers a smooth 50fps experience on stock hardware without memory expansions. The game features impressive technical execution with pixel-by-pixel scrolling and multiple sprites, channeling 1980s arcade classics with a custom engine, graphics, and chiptune soundtrack.
Slangbella, vampyrer och Blizzcon: Vi tar spelhelg
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, which include playing a variety of titles such as Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Other mentioned games include HumanitZ, Goemon, and Japanese Drift Master, alongside attending events like Blizzcon and a local video game festival.
OutRun Amiga Edition - A vastly superior version of a classic racer has arrived on the Amiga! (40th anniversary of OutRun Update)
A vastly superior homebrew version of Sega's classic arcade racer Out Run has been released for the Commodore Amiga, celebrating the game's 40th anniversary. This new 'Out Run: Amiga Edition' is a ground-up rewrite in assembly, aiming to replicate the arcade experience with significant performance improvements of up to 50% on mid-spec Amiga hardware.
Forza Horizon 6 is Still Releasing on PS5 Later This Year, Says Playground Games
Playground Games has confirmed that the PlayStation 5 version of Forza Horizon 6 is still scheduled for a 2026 release. The developer provided an update on the game's ongoing support, including a new Drift Attack mode, and reiterated its commitment to the title despite its staggered release across platforms.
Stunning PlayStation 5 Racing Game’s Free Update Adds New Tracks & More
Gran Turismo 7 is set to receive a significant free update, Spec IV, in two parts starting October 2026. This update will introduce new tracks like Sportsland SUGO and Autumn Ring, 12 new cars, Online Drift Trials, Shuffle Races, and a new Family Mode designed for accessibility. The update aims to enhance the PlayStation 5 racing experience with substantial new content.
Save 26% Off Kirby Air Riders for the Nintendo Switch 2
A sale is currently offering a 26% discount on Kirby Air Ride for the Nintendo Switch. The article humorously compares the game's concept to a fusion of Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros.
Mario Kart 8 gets major Switch 2 update, leaving Mario Kart World in the dust and further solidifying the 12-year-old racing game as Nintendo's favorite child
Nintendo has released a significant update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Nintendo Switch 2, enhancing visuals for high-resolution displays and improving loading times. The update also adds support for up to eight players in multiplayer and introduces gameplay tweaks, while the newer Mario Kart World remains stagnant.
Forza Horizon 6 PS5 Release May Have Been Delayed Beyond 2026 – Rumor
A rumor suggests that the PlayStation 5 version of Forza Horizon 6 may have been delayed beyond 2026, with sources indicating the game was not ready for its initial planned release. While Microsoft and Playground Games have not officially commented, the delay could be influenced by the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6. The PC and Xbox Series X/S versions of Forza Horizon 6 were released earlier this year.
