Carmageddon: Rogue Shift

Released

Release Date: February 6, 2026

Racing, Science Fiction, Cars, Roguelike, Singleplayer

The sixth main installment in the controversial racing game series. This entry focuses not only on fighting other cars for victory, but also on eliminating pedestrians. Carmageddon: Rogue Shift is enriched with roguelite elements and was developed by the Italian studio 34BigThings, known for the Redout series.

7.1

OpenCritic

5.6

Steam

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In 1997, the studio Stainless Games released Carmageddon - a brutal racing game where the fight for the finish line was as important as eliminating opponents and bloodily running over pedestrians. This controversial title was successful enough to start a series that was developed until 2000, when its third installment was released. The series then disappeared for fifteen years, but in the second decade of the 21st century, it was resurrected and saw two more installments (and one spin-off). In December 2018, the rights to the brand were acquired by THQ Nordic, but the announcement of the sixth main installment of the series took another 7 years.

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Carmageddon: Rogue Shift is the work of the Italian studio 34BigThings, whose portfolio is led by the Redout series. The project draws from the earlier achievements of the series but enriches the vehicular combat (taken literally here) for victory on the tracks. There are also additional roguelite elements.

Platforms:

PC Windows

PlayStation 5

Xbox Series X/S

Switch 2

Developer: 34BigThings

Publisher: 34BigThings

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Game Series

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Carmageddon Game Series

A series of arcade racing games focused on spectacular driving and destruction of the environment. The series was created by the British studio Stainless Games, which oversees its development.

Carmageddon Game Series

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Carmageddon: Rogue Shift Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-6700 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce RTX 2060 / Radeon RX 5600 XT, 35 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-12700K / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 3070 / 12 GB Radeon RX 6700 XT, 50 GB HDD, Windows 11 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Carmageddon: Rogue Shift Video Game.

7.1

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 44% of Critics. There are 14 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Games Freezer: 7.5 / 10 by Britt Roberts

As much as I enjoyed my time with Carmageddon Rogue Shift and I applaud the decision to streamline the formula – the lack of any sort of multiplayer is a real shame, and also, whilst Max Damage’s iconic car is a main feature, the lack of a goofy parade of the previous characters and cars in this new, more grim-faced iteration does strip the game of a lot of its historical identity, feeling a little generic ‘blood ‘n metal’ with a lack of humour in the game. That said, it all boils down to a very playable single player experience, with all the heft and weight you’d expect from a racing game in this genre, which I’m completely on board with.

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GameSpew: 7 / 10 by Richard Seagrave

Carmageddon is back, reborn as a roguelike racer with heaps of car combat. The core gameplay is fun, but Carmageddon: Rogue Shift is ultimately let down by its near non-existent event variety.

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NoobFeed: 74 / 100 by Nusrat Choity

Carmageddon: Rogue Shift is neither the last game in the series nor a completely new game. There is a big experiment going on here that sometimes fails but mostly succeeds in being exciting, tense, and damaging without any qualms.

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56%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (476)

STEAM

User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Fun Gameplay Loop: Many players find the gameplay addictive, enjoying the mix of racing and vehicular combat, especially with roguelite elements that allow for varied builds and strategies.
Graphics and Soundtrack: The game features decent graphics and a soundtrack that fits the chaotic atmosphere, with heavy metal themes enhancing the gameplay experience.
Diverse Vehicles and Upgrades: Players appreciate the variety of cars, each with unique handling, and the ability to unlock and upgrade weapons and perks throughout runs.
Satisfying Destruction: The combat mechanics, including the ability to blow up zombies and other cars, add to the fun, providing a sense of chaos reminiscent of classic vehicular combat games.

The main cons of the game

Poor Handling and Driving Mechanics: A significant number of players criticize the car handling, describing it as sluggish, floaty, or unresponsive, which detracts from the racing experience.
Limited Track Design: Many reviews mention that the tracks are too linear or dull, lacking the open-world exploration and chaotic freedom that characterized earlier *Carmageddon* titles.
AI Issues: The AI is often perceived as inconsistent, either being too easy to beat or behaving in a way that disrupts the racing experience.
High Price Point: Several users feel that the game is overpriced for the content it currently offers, suggesting it should be sold at a lower price.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Multiplayer Mode: Many players express disappointment over the lack of multiplayer options, which they believe would enhance the game's replayability and enjoyment.
Customization Options: Users would like to see more customization for vehicles, including paint jobs and cosmetic options, as well as more unique character designs.
Variety of Game Modes: Some players wish for additional game modes, such as arena battles or more diverse event types beyond the standard races and survival challenges.
Narrative Elements: A lack of story or character development is noted, with players wanting more lore and personality within the game, similar to what was present in earlier *Carmageddon* titles.

Summary

Overall, while *Carmageddon: Rogue Shift* has its fans who enjoy its fresh take on the franchise with roguelite mechanics, it also faces significant criticism from those who long for the chaotic, open-world destruction of the original games. The handling issues and lack of multiplayer are particularly highlighted as major drawbacks.

Summary generated on: February 10, 2026

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