Star Wars: Galactic Racer launches to critical acclaim
Star Wars: Galactic Racer, developed by Fuse Games, launched on October 6 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with availability also on Amazon Luna. The game, published by Secret Mode, features a roguelike campaign structure and multiplayer modes, allowing players to pilot iconic vehicles like Podracers and see the return of Sebulba.
Reviewers widely praised the game, with Metro UK calling it a "podracing paradise" and Eurogamer describing it as "sci-fi royalty gets the Burnout treatment." It achieved a Metacritic score of 88 and an Opencritic score of 87/100. Developers from Fuse Games discussed capturing the "game feel" of the Burnout series.
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"What's the point of this if you're not feeling something?" Star Wars: Galactic Racer devs on how they bottled Burnout's magic 'game feel'
Developers from Fuse Games, including CEO Matt Webster and Creative Director Kieran Crimmins, discuss how they captured the 'game feel' of Burnout for Star Wars: Galactic Racer. They emphasize the importance of tactile interactions and emotional resonance in game design, drawing parallels to the Star Wars universe and even board game prototyping.
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Star Wars: Galactic Racer has been released to positive reviews, with an Opencritic score of 87/100 and a 'mostly positive' rating on Steam. The game features four vehicle types and a roguelite campaign structure. It is also available for streaming via Amazon Luna.
Multiplayer racing roguelite Star Wars Galactic Racer fully releases today
The multiplayer racing roguelite Star Wars: Galactic Racer has fully released today for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. Developed by Fuse Games, the title blends high-speed racing with roguelite elements, featuring both a single-player narrative and various multiplayer modes.
7 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Played Star Wars: Galactic Racer
This guide offers tips for Star Wars: Galactic Racer, focusing on mastering mechanics like the Afterburner and Ramjet, and understanding the risks of redlining. It advises players to prioritize unlocking new vehicles and understanding the difference between permanent tuning points and temporary run-specific upgrades. The guide also highlights the importance of adapting builds to planet-specific environmental debuffs and utilizing distinct 'racer styles' for a customizable experience.
PS5 Pro-Enhanced Star Wars Game Out Today on PlayStation Store
Star Wars: Galactic Racer, the first standalone racing game in the franchise since 2002, has launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by Fuse Games and published by Secret Mode, the game features a roguelite campaign, multiplayer modes, and introduces new vehicle types. It has received an 88 Metacritic score with 62 reviews.
15 Star Wars Galactic racer tips for new players
This guide provides 15 essential tips for new players of Star Wars Galactic Racer, a fast-paced, roguelike racing game. It covers strategies for survival, upgrading speeders with a focus on cornering and resilience, utilizing shortcuts, managing boost abilities, and making smart choices in Tours and Hibi's shop.
Star Wars Galactic Racer review: now this is frenetically fun podracing with a totally unforgiving streak
Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers a frenetically fun arcade racing experience with a roguelite structure, focusing heavily on boost mechanics. While the game provides significant player freedom in vehicle customization, it tends to favor boost-heavy builds, potentially overshadowing other strategies. The inclusion of podracing and a colorful cast of characters adds charm, making it a unique entry in the genre.
Star Wars Galactic Racer Launches Today | Invision Game Community
Star Wars Galactic Racer has launched today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Amazon Luna. Developed by Fuse Games and published by Secret Mode, the game features a runs-based racing adventure where players pilot iconic Star Wars vehicles in the Galactic League. The title is available in Standard and Deluxe editions.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is Out Now, Highlights Podracing in New Trailer
Fuse Games' Star Wars: Galactic Racer is now available on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5, featuring a new trailer that highlights Podracing. The game received rave reviews and a nine out of ten score, praised for its racing, takedown mechanics, and progression, though more modes outside the campaign would be welcome.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Review – Now THIS is Podracing
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is a thrilling and addictive arcade racer that successfully captures the spirit of Star Wars podracing, drawing comparisons to the Burnout franchise. The game features tight controls, an incredible sense of speed, and a well-implemented roguelite campaign structure that enhances replayability. While it could benefit from more variety in race types and cosmetic customization, its excellent track design, satisfying gameplay mechanics, and impressive visuals and audio make it a must-play for fans of arcade racers and the Star Wars universe.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Metacritic score makes it one of the best-rated Star Wars games of all time, beating every…
Star Wars: Galactic Racer has achieved a Metacritic score of 88, making it one of the highest-rated Star Wars games ever, surpassing titles like the Jedi and Battlefront series. The game blends arcade racing with roguelike elements, earning praise for its slick high-speed gameplay.
MMO Burnout: Star Wars Galactic Racer merges roguelite, racer, and multiplayer thrills somehow
Star Wars: Galactic Racer, developed by Fuse Games, surprisingly blends roguelike elements and multiplayer thrills into a fantastic racing experience reminiscent of the Burnout series. Despite initial skepticism, the game delivers tight controls, stunning visuals, and engaging progression, defying expectations with its innovative gameplay loop and enjoyable narrative.
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 – 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.
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 - podracing paradise
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is hailed as the best Star Wars racing game and a top-tier sci-fi racer, praised for its exhilarating gameplay, deep upgrade system, and engaging roguelike campaign. Developed by Fuse Games veterans, the title successfully captures the fantasy of podracing and vehicle combat, offering robust online multiplayer on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
I Can’t Believe A Silly Star Wars Racing Roguelite Is One Of My Favorite Games This Year
Star Wars Galactic Racer is a surprisingly fun racing roguelite that leans into the absurdity of the Star Wars universe. While its story and sound design are weak points, the core gameplay loop of high-speed racing, risk-versus-reward decisions, and constant progression makes it an exhilarating experience. The game successfully captures the thrill of fast-paced racing, making it one of the reviewer's favorite games of the year.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer review: "True to its Burnout legacy, blisteringly fast space racing keeps me coming back to the grid"
Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers exhilarating, high-speed arcade racing with a compelling run-based, roguelike format that sets a new standard for the genre. Developed by former Criterion Games staff, the game features a well-realized Star Wars setting and characters, though the campaign ends abruptly and the planet roster is disappointingly small. Despite minor flaws, its slick gameplay and risk/reward mechanics make it a standout title.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Review
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is a fast-paced anti-gravity racer that, despite some repetitiveness due to revisiting planets, successfully revitalizes a dormant part of the Star Wars universe. The game is visually impressive and offers a thrilling experience.