The most interesting racing games released in 2017
All the best and most popular games of the year, upcoming releases, and hits from the past. Use filters to narrow down search.
Fast RMX
Racing 03 March 2017
A dynamic racing game developed by independent studio Shin'en Multimedia for the Nintendo Switch console. Fast RMX is sometimes called a spiritual successor to the WipEout series. The players control futuristic cars, with powerful anti-gravity drives on board, and participate in spectacular races, in which they can reach speed of hundreds of miles per hour. In Fast RMX you get to compete for victory on 30 diverse routes, set in such places as vast metropolises, canyons, or snowy mountains.
Highway Getaway
Racing 08 March 2017
Highway Getaway is a racing game/endless runner hybrid developed jointly by Invictus Games and Vivid Games. We play as a race driver who is being chased by the police. The game takes place on the streets with heavy traffic. All race tracks are generated procedurally. All we have to do is to drive as far as possible and beat the records set by other players. Highway Getaway offers over two hundred diversified missions.
FlatOut 4: Total Insanity
Racing 17 March 2017
The fourth full-fledged installment in the spectacular racing series Flatout started in 2004 by Finnish studio Bugbear Entertainment. After the cold reception of the third installment in the series, the task of creating the new entry was given to Kylotonn studio, the creators of the fifth installment of the popular rally series WRC. The game is strongly based on notes and suggestions of the community and promptly returns to the roots of the series.
Race Online
Racing 05 April 2017
A racing game, developed by an indie studio called Iceflake Studios, that takes inspirations from the classics of the genre, including cult-classic Micro Machines. The game was released on PC Windows platform as Race Online but on Xbox One the game is called Race Arcade. Regardless of the platform, the players participate in dynamic races on more than a hundred diverse tracks and the game is presented from a top-down perspective.
ATV Renegades
Racing 18 April 2017
A game which gives us an opportunity to ride ATVs while participating in insane racing events all over the globe. Developed by Nighthawk Interactive, ATV Renegades offers both competition for the best position on the finish line, and for the highest point score, rewarding the player for performing spectacular tricks.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Racing 28 April 2017
An enhanced port of Mario Kart 8 developed for Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe reprises a lot of elements known from the two previous installments of the series, such as motorcycles, gliders, the ability to perform somersaults, or underwater racing. However, the developers introduced an interesting novelty – anti-gravity racing, in which we can stick to walls or even to the ceiling.
Forza Horizon 3: Hot Wheels
Racing 09 May 2017
Forza Horizon 3: Hot Wheels is the second big DLC for Forza Horizon 3 developed by Playground Games. This time, the players can take part in races where they will drive Hot Wheels cars on crazy, twisted tracks. These are filled not only with launching pads, but also with speed boosters and spirals. The DLC comes with a new mini-campaign (including special challenges) and a dedicated location made of six islands connected by a network of roads.
TrackMania 2: Lagoon
Racing 23 May 2017
Trackmania 2: Lagoon is the fourth Trackmania 2 game, the most popular installment of the series created and developed by the French studio Nadeo. In terms of mechanics, the game uses the same system we know from the previous installments in the series. We race against other drivers on uncommon and crazy race tracks. Though the overall premise of the game did not change, it has a rather different climate, literally.
MXGP3: The Official Motocross Videogame
Racing 30 May 2017
A new installment in the series of motocross racing games created in 2013 by Milestone, an experienced Italian studio responsible for a number of notable racing games. As an official game of World Motocross Championships, MXGP3 contains real-life participants and teams that took part in the 2016 season. We are left with eighteen courses taking place all over the world, as well as with a wide range of motorcycles and a number of options to modify our participant.
WipEout: Omega Collection
Racing 07 June 2017
A collection of two refurbished titles from a series of futuristic racing games for PlayStation 4. WipEout: Omega Collection consists of two titles: WipEout HD, with an expansion – Fury, and WipEout 2048. The player takes control of an anti-gravity vehicle and takes part in various competitions, racing against the clock as well as other pilots. The individual machines require dexterity and some knowledge of their specifications: handling, speed, or durability.
DiRT 4
Racing 09 June 2017
Another installment in the popular series of racing games developed by Codemasters. The game expand the concepts its predecessors were based on, adding however, plenty of novelties at the same time. DiRT 4 offers over 50 cars and several kinds of championships - above all, rally events. Furthermore, the Landrush mode makes a re-appearance here, but also rallycross events were included, based on the FIA World Rallycross Championship license.
Asphalt Street Storm Racing
Racing 15 June 2017
Ashpalt Street Storm Racing a racing game by Gameloft, utilizing a free-to-play model with microtransactions. The game features an opportunity to test your skills in drag racing. The cars rush side by side on a road with no turns or branches, and you have no control over the steering wheel. Instead, you have to choose the right moments to shift gears or activate boosters to make your car go as fast as possible.
MotoGP 17
Racing 15 June 2017
The 2017 installment of the official MotoGP video game includes all the 2017 riders, tracks, teams and bikes. The players are able to participate in 3 classes of races: starting from Moto3 featuring 4-stroke 250cc bikes, through Moto2 (600cc) all the way to the most revered class: MotoGP (1000cc). The game also features the Red Bull Rookies Cup Championship that might be a golden ticket to some more prestigious events.
Micro Machines: World Series
Racing 30 June 2017
Another installment of the cult series of arcade racing games published by Codemasters Software. Like in the legendary first entry in the series from 1991, in Micro Machines: World Series the player assumes control of remote controlled vehicles and competes with other drivers on wacky tracks. There are 12 vehicles available, among which there are exotic racing cars and trucks that can create chaos on the road.
Tiny Trax
Racing 25 July 2017
A racing game by the creators of Velocity and Coconut dodge, developed for PlayStation VR. In Tiny Trax you control toy cars and race on several wacky tracks in such locations as e.g. the jungle or a space station. The tracks are full of obstacles, ramps, and other elements. The cars are not bound by the laws of physics, as they can even ride up a wall. They can also use speed boosters to accelerate, but first they have to fill a special bar by drifting.
Carmageddon: Crashers
Racing 07 August 2017
A mobile version of the well-known Carmageddon racing series, famous for its grotesque, over-the-top violence and black humor. This game was produced by the original creators, i.e. Stainless Games. Carmageddon: Crashers is different from the core installments in the series. Instead of classic races we get an unusual variation on drag racing. In this case, cars start from the opposite sides of the track and rush their way forward until they run into each other.
Crashday Redline Edition
Racing 10 August 2017
A refreshed and expanded version of 2006's Crashday, developed by the creators of the original version, the Moonbyte studio. The game offers twelve cars (urban vehicles, heavy off-road cars, and sport rides), and the player participates in insane and dynamic racing events taking place on 36 tracks filled with obstacles and jumps.
F1 2017
Racing 25 August 2017
F1 2017 is another installment of the popular formula one simulator series from Codemasters Software. The game introduces many changes and improvements in comparison to the previous installment of the series. Now, the career mode is much more complex and the multiplayer mode received some improvements. We will also find a completely new Championship Mode mode in F1 2017.
NASCAR Heat 2
Racing 12 September 2017
Another installment in the racing series developed by Monster Games - a reboot of the popular series started by the 2000's NASCAR Heat. The game does not introduce any significant changes to the gameplay mechanics, and the player once again gets to participate in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and race on over twenty real-life tracks from the 2017 season. The gameplay builds on an elaborate career mode, in which the player not only has to win consecutive races but also manage their racing team.
Baja: Edge of Control HD
Racing 14 September 2017
A remastered edition of the 2008 racing game, developed by 2XL Games. In comparison to the original, Baja: Edge of Control HD features a number of changes and upgrades, the most prominent being the improved visuals (the HD edition features a higher resolution, some new textures, more detailed surroundings, and dynamic lighting), facilitations at the initial stages of the game, as well as remodeled controls and interface.
WRC 7
Racing 15 September 2017
Another installment in a series of rally games developed by Kylotonn Racing Games. The game has the license of FIA World Rally Championship, so during the campaign, the player takes part in 13 authentic rally competitions - which offer the same number of locations and 63 special stages. Apart from that, representations of authentic drivers were included, next to the sponsors' commercials. In terms of the driving physics, WRC 7 develops the concepts from the previous game.
Project CARS 2
Racing 22 September 2017
A sequel to the successful racing game released in 2015 and developed by Slightly Mad Studios (the creators of Need for Speed: Shift and Shift 2: Unleashed). Since the game was partially financed on the World of Mass Development platform, players themselves were allowed to be a part of the development process. Similarly as in case of the first installment of the series, it is a realistic racing simulator.
Forza Motorsport 7
Racing 03 October 2017
Another installment in the best-selling racing game series developed by Turn 10 in cooperation with Microsoft. In Forza Motorsport 7, the players can participate in races taking place on over 30 different tracks, while driving one of the 700 available licensed cars. All of the vehicles can be modified in terms of their performance and appearance.
Road Redemption
Racing 04 October 2017
A brutal motorcycle racing game and a spiritual successor to the legendary Road Rash that debuted in 1991 on Sega Mega Drive. It was developed by DarkSeas Games, an American studio established by experienced developers. In the game, we assume the role of a criminal who has been recently released from prison and has to regain his former position in a motorcycle gang. Soon, he discovers that his old friends from the gang were responsible for him getting arrested and imprisoned.
Gran Turismo Sport
Racing 17 October 2017
A spin-off to a popular racing game series developed for Sony’s consoles and the first one in the franchise that was tailor-made for PlayStation 4. Developed by Polyphony Digital in cooperation with the FIA organization, Gran Turismo Sport focuses on the titular motor sports, having the player compete for the most prestigious cups and titles just like real race drivers do.
BAFL: Brakes Are for Losers
Racing 18 October 2017
A racing game in which we observe the struggles from a camera suspended above the track. BAFL: Brakes Are For Losers puts eight vehicles at our disposal - at the helm we are fighting for victory in places such as the sunny Las Vegas or the hellish underground. The title not only allows you to play alone, but also to compete in the company of up to seven other players.
ATV Drift & Tricks
Racing 26 October 2017
ATV Drift & Tricks is a racing game developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Microids. The game gives an opportunity to engage in competitions behind the handlebars of ATVs. One can compete against AI-controlled riders or put their skills to the test in the multiplayer rivalry.
Sonic Forces: Speed Battle
Racing 02 November 2017
Sonic Forces: Speed Battle is a mobile game that combines traits of a racing game and a runner action game. Four players are running through tracks that are filled with obstacles, traps and useful items. Whoever reaches the finish line first is the winner.
Need for Speed: Payback
Racing 10 November 2017
Another installment of the popular racing game series, developed by Ghost Games in cooperation with Electronic Arts. In Need for Speed: Payback players get to follow the adventures of three characters - Tyler, Mac, and Jess – seeking revenge on their former partner who betrayed them. In order to do this, they have to face the Familia cartel – a criminal organization with influences nearly everywhere, even the police.
Road Rage
Racing 14 November 2017
A third-person perspective action game developed by independent studio Team6 Game Studios. The developers were mostly inspired by the Road Rash series. The gameplay revolves around brutal bike races. The player is taken to the open world of fictional city of Ashen and takes on the role of a member of a biker gang. He is tasked with fighting for influence against other groups and eventually taking control of the whole territory.
Gear.Club Unlimited
Racing 21 November 2017
Another entry in the racing games series from Eden Games, the creators of the popular Test Drive Unlimited. Unlike the previous installments, which were released on PC and stationary consoles, Gear.Club Unlimited was designed for Nintendo Switch. As befits a car game, Gear.
80's Overdrive
Racing 03 December 2017
A racing game inspired by arcade titles from 1980s, including the cult-classic OutRun. The players assume control of six retro supercars and take part in street races or timed circuits. The game sports old-school graphics and a synth/retrowave soundtrack, and allows us to create race tracks and share them with the online community.
SkidStorm
Racing 06 December 2017
An arcade top-down racing game. Eat My Dust! was developed by Immobile Games studio (Hopping Penguin and Master Archer 3D) for mobile platforms. The title is a typical example of the genre, featuring a light tone and vector graphics. The players can use several vehicles that are unlocked as they progress in the game. The tracks on which the races take place all feature desert scenery.