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Star Wars: Galactic Racer Trailer Breaks Down the Strengths and Weaknesses of Landspeeders
Fuse Games' upcoming title, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, will feature various vehicle types, starting with the Landspeeder. While not the fastest, its drift capabilities and durability are highlighted, alongside a repair mechanic. The game launches on October 6th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, and will also incorporate roguelike elements.
THQ Nordic Showcase 2026: All The News, Trailers, And Reveals
THQ Nordic held its 2026 showcase, revealing new titles and updates from its various studios. Highlights include new installments in the Let's Sing and Wreckfest series, DLC for Reanimal, and updates for Expeditions: Samurai and Titan Quest 2. The publisher also showcased Gothic 1 Remake, the Gothic Classic Trilogy, and Gothic: A Shadow's Quest, alongside various Nintendo Switch titles.
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush Hands-on Preview - Childhood racing come to life
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush offers a nostalgic racing experience with four car types and challenges across four islands, including time trials and races against Rush Masters. Players can also build and customize their own tracks. The game is set to release on September 10, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush Hands-on Preview - Childhood racing come to life
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush offers a nostalgic racing experience with four car types and challenges across four islands, including time trials and races against Rush Masters. Players can also build and customize their own tracks. The game is set to release on September 10, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Ambitious PlayStation 5 Racing Game Trailer Features Endless Customization
A new trailer for the PlayStation 5 racing game Hot Wheels Infinite Rush showcases its campaign progression and extensive customization options, including sticker and livery editors. The game features four vehicle classes that players can switch between on the fly using the Rush Squad System. Hot Wheels Infinite Rush is set to release on September 10, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, with Early Access starting September 7 for the Ultimate Edition.
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush details vehicle classes, Rush Squad system, customization, more
Milestone and Mattel have revealed new details for Hot Wheels Infinite Rush, showcasing its four themed islands, campaign progression, and the Rush Squad system. The game will feature four distinct vehicle classes: Drifters, Speeders, Titans, and Versatiles, along with extensive customization options for stickers, liveries, wheels, and boost effects. Hot Wheels Infinite Rush is set to release on Nintendo Switch on September 7, 2026.
Coming Out in gaming this week — August 3, 2026
This week's gaming releases include a variety of titles across multiple genres and platforms. Highlights include "Beast of Reincarnation," an action RPG with unique combat, and "Big Walk," a cooperative adventure from the creators of "Untitled Goose Game." Other notable releases are "Lies of P: Complete Edition" for the Switch 2, "Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls," and the roguelike FPS "Gunstoppable."
Two cancelled Virtual Boy games announced for Nintendo Classics
Nintendo has announced the addition of two previously unreleased Virtual Boy titles, D-HOPPER (also known as Dragon Hopper) and ZERO RACERS, to its Nintendo Classics library. D-HOPPER is an action-adventure game developed by Intelligent Systems, while ZERO RACERS is a cancelled spin-off of the F-Zero series.
Cowabunga! Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Welcomes The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are now playable characters in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds with the release of the "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pack" DLC. This pack includes all four turtles, their unique vehicles, a new New York City themed race track, and additional cosmetic items. The DLC is available for purchase on PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
Crazy Taxi World Tour gets new trailer
SEGA has released a new trailer for Crazy Taxi World Tour, showcasing its fast-paced, comedic gameplay set on the west coast. The game will feature zany characters and scenic cruising. A closed network test was also announced, though it will not be available on the Nintendo Switch.
SEGA announces Crazy Taxi: World Tour for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: new trailer]
SEGA has announced Crazy Taxi: World Tour for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release in 2027. The game features protagonist Axel chasing down masked villains who stole his taxi, with gameplay focused on extreme driving, a globetrotting campaign across five cities, and multiplayer modes. A new trailer was released for the game.
Coming Out in gaming this week — July 27, 2026
This week's gaming releases include Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake of the original Halo campaign with updated visuals and new missions. Other notable titles launching are the strategy game Space Imperia 4X, the dark fantasy extraction ARPG Mistfall Hunter, and the anime-inspired driving game Truck-kun is Supporting Me from Another World?!. Additionally, Kusan: City of Wolves, Blue Reflection Quartet, Rita, The Relic: First Guardian, and Corsair Cove are also set to release across various platforms.
Something for the Weekend – 25/07/26
This week's gaming news includes the release date announcement for God of War Laufey, a delay for Tomb Raider Catalyst, and Xbox testing advert-supported game streaming. New titles like Wreckreation 2 and Modern Warfare 4 were also revealed, alongside reviews for Splatoon Raiders, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, and Halo: Campaign Evolved.
Nitro City Racing Review | TheXboxHub
Nitro City Racing is a retro-inspired driving game that focuses on avoiding crashes rather than traditional racing. While it offers a sense of speed and sharp presentation, the repetitive mission structure and random traffic placement lead to frustration. The reviewer suggests playing classic arcade titles like Outrun instead.
Wreckreation 2 utannonserat – av en nybildad studio
Wreckreation 2 has been announced by the newly formed studio When Tides Turn, which includes former Criterion employees. The game is being developed independently of Three Fields Entertainment, the studio behind the first Wreckreation. Wreckreation 2 is described as an open-world racing game focused on aggression and risk, and is currently only announced for PC with no release date.
MindsEye Debuts Bizarre Multiplayer Grenade Football Minigame in Latest Update
MindsEye has released a trailer for Grenade Football, a new 5v5 competitive multiplayer mode for Arcadia where players use grenade launchers to score goals. This mode is part of Update 8 and is accompanied by the single-player time trial event, Silva E-Series: Summer Circuits. The article notes the developer Build a Rocket Boy's continued mysterious reputation.
Anticipated PlayStation 5 Racing Game in Popular Series Sets Release Date
NASCAR 26 is set to release on September 18, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by iRacing Studios and NASCAR, the game will feature dynamic tracks, cross-platform multiplayer, burnouts, and an improved Career Mode. The Standard and Gold Editions will be available, with the Gold Edition offering three days of early access.
Morning Previews
Wreckreation is previewed as a potential successor to the beloved Burnout Paradise, offering a similar open-world arcade racing experience. The game aims to capture the spirit of its predecessor with high-speed driving and destruction.
Wreckreation 2 announced as an open-world arcade racer!
Wreckreation 2 has been announced by new studio When Tides Turn, formerly 3 Fields Entertainment, with THQ no longer serving as publisher. This open-world arcade racer will feature improved vehicle handling, destructible environments, and new modes like 'Accident Blackspot', reminiscent of Burnout. Wreckreation 2 is slated for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush gets an earlier release date, and an island-hopping trailer
Milestone has announced an earlier release date for Hot Wheels Infinite Rush, now launching on September 10th instead of September 24th. A new trailer showcases the game's open world, which is divided into four distinct island regions, and highlights various activities beyond traditional racing, such as stunt challenges and photography tasks.
