January 24th, 2024 - Start your engines and set course for the stars in Star Racer, a retro-inspired combat racer. Launching in Early Access on Steam on March 8th with a playable demo available during Steam Next Fest, Star Racer celebrates the glorious challenge and impeccable vibes of retro racing games while boosting forward into the future.
Strap in for a high-octane retro racer that will challenge you within the cosmic circuit. Speed, drift, soar, shoot and smash your way to victory. Star Racer features both ground and aerial combat to add even more chaos and tension to the mix. Jam out to catchy tunes with featured tracks by legendary composer Grant Kirkhope (Banjo-Kazooie, GoldenEye 007). Retro racing has never felt this sweet!
Ready for new challengers? Star Racer brings the fun and adrenaline to all with its inclusion of local multiplayer. Up to four players will be able to race through the cosmos while honing their skills. The addition of Versus Mode will be the ultimate test of friendship as you fight for intergalactic dominance and bragging rights. Throughout Steam Next Fest, racers can compete for a top spot on the Death Race leaderboards and gain an exclusive cosmetic for the Early Access launch!
The fun doesn’t stop with the base tracks in the game. Star Racer features an extensive Track Editor that allows you to get creative and boldly go where no intergalactic racer has gone before. Experiment with different tracks, tunnels, environments, hazards and more as you create the space race track of your dreams.
Punch the after-burners and gear up when Star Racer launches in Early Access on March 8th. Racers ready to soar through the skies and hit the streets can wishlist Star Racer on Steam and check out the playable demo during Steam Next Fest. Become an integral part of the pit crew by joining the official Discord server.
Key Features:
- Heart-Pounding Races: Engage in intense battles across the intergalactic racetrack. Use cunning strategies to secure your place at the front!
- Soaring High: Take your race to new heights! Glide through the cosmos, defying gravity and leaving your competitors in the stardust. Feel the rush as you soar through the stars in a race like no other.
- Track Editor: Unleash your creativity with our dynamic track editor. Craft your own challenging circuits, share them with friends, and conquer the most daring designs. The race is in your hands!
- Perilous Hazards: Watch out for treacherous hazards! Navigate through sizzling lava pits and slippery ice patches that add an extra layer of challenge to every race. Only the most skilled racers will conquer the cosmic obstacles!
- Local Multiplayer: Grab up to three friends and dive into the multiplayer mayhem! Star Racer
supports up to 4 players in local multiplayer, ensuring the party never stops. It's time to see who among your crew is the true cosmic speedster! - Unique Cars: Choose from a lineup of four distinct, rad vehicles. Each car comes with its own set of strengths and weaknesses, adding a strategic layer to the race. Find your perfect match and dominate the competition!
- Featured Tracks by Grant Kirkhope: Immerse yourself in the pulsating beats of Star Racer with featured tracks by the legendary Grant Kirkhope. The musical genius behind Banjo-Kazooie, GoldenEye 007, and Mario & Rabbids contributes his signature style to select tracks.
About Whatnot Games
Whatnot Games is an independent studio founded by game industry veterans with the goal of offering high quality, high quantity, smaller games, with worse graphics. Yes, really. We aim to remove the common bottlenecks of AAA development that lead to 5+ year long development times, and give players more fun, sooner.