These are all based on games available on Steam. Though, some of these games may also be available on consoles as opposed to these being on any computer operating system.
Three 3D Modern Retro Racing Games
Today's racing games are top-notch and with the most of-the-moment technologies. Some people tend to believe most of today's racing games no longer have the appeal of the simpler days of racing, where you didn't have to rely on precise driving or having solid setups to post the fastest times. There comes a time where we try to educate people on the classic times of gaming. At least in terms of 3D gaming, you have to consider games the likes of Virtua Racing, Ridge Racer, even the likes of Hard/Race Drivin'.
Being able to deliver games that are like love letters of games past is a great way to have gamers enjoy simpler times of gaming. In some cases, however, such retro games remind us of certain flaws that make them not as favorable to some people. The three games I will make mention to feature mostly arcade-style racing games. I am mentioning arcade in the sense of fairly short races; not in the sense of arcade-style dynamics. So therefore, these games to be featured in this blog post may not be as interesting for those who prefer doing longer, harder races. Even still, they are worth taking a look at.
Even if you do not fancy such classic style racing games, at least respect them for provding the groundwork for making some of the more advanced racing games possible. None of the racing games to be featured here have any sort of hardcore realism to them. These are purely racing games for the enjoyment of racing.
So with these things said, let's talk about the three racing games I want to mention here!
Art of Rally
The golden age of rally is showcased in the gorgeous flat-shaded racing game known as "Art of Rally" from Funselektor Labs Inc. The majority of vehicles in this game are mostly vintage rally cars as well as Group B rally cars. There are no officially-licensed rally cars in this game, though you can pretty much make out what each car is supposed to be. This game features top-down rally racing like with the Drift Out series. Graphics and action are both gorgeous even for a flat-shaded game. What this game may lack in hyper-realistic and photo-realistic graphics it makes up for with solid rally racing action. "Art of Rally" was released on Steam on September 23, 2020 and currently has Very Positive reviews.
Here is a video preview of "Art of Rally" This is in case you want to try out "Art of Rally":
^ art of rally - Launch Trailer - OUT NOW! ^ Do you want to try out "Art of Rally?" Take a look at this lovely title on Steam here: Art of Rally on Steam.
Now let's talk about another recent flat-shaded racer in the next section.
Hotshot Racing
From its roots as under the name "Apex Racing," this game would later be known as "Hotshot Racing." This game can be seen as an absolute love letter to classic SEGA 3D racing games like Virtua Racing and Daytona USA. It was released on September 10, 2020 on Steam; and its reviews are currently rated at Mostly Positive. The game was developed by Sumo Digital Ltd. and Lucky Mountain Games. You may recall Sumo Digital for doing a number of games mostly for SEGA. It was published by Curve Digital.
In the past, I closely followed the development of "Hotshot Racing," especially when it used to be "Apex Racing." The former namesake featured a '90s style racing game sure to make classic SEGA racing game fans happy. However, it mostly featured car combat and different tuning models for a number of different applications. For example, a car could be outfitted to take on high-speed challenges, or it could be upgraded to have better off-road performance. Cars were outfitted with guns when it used to be "Apex Racing." Once this game later became "Hotshot Racing," the car combat aspect was removed, and there were also changes to the tuning model for cars in this game. The changes between "Apex Racing" and "Hotshot Racing" disappointed a number of fans. If I may be honest, I think keep a racing aspect while trying not to be some crash 'em up racing game like Wreckfest or Burnout is refreshing.
"Hotshot Racing" features sixteen different courses along four different locales. The game also features eight characters with their own unique personality. You can race a traditional single race or championship, but there are other modes like the exciting "Drive and Explode" mode. Up to eight cars can be on a track at one time. The amount of tuning and customization options are vast and varied. You can even give cars fuzzy dice and bobbleheads inside! More customization options can be unlocked as you progress through the game.
Here is a look at Hotshot Racing:
^ Hotshot Racing • Release Date Trailer • PS4 Xbox One Switch PC If you want to try "Hotshot Racing" yourself, you can find it on Steam here: "Hotshot Racing" on Steam
The last game I want to make mention to is last based on it being released least recently of these three titles. So take a look at the next section.
Formula Retro Racer
"Formula Retro Racer" is more akin to SEGA's "Virtua Racing" series with its overall style and charm. "Formula Retro Racer" features eight different tracks all exclusively raced on with formula-type racing cars. It was released on Steam back in May 15, 2020. So this is the least recent of these modern retro racers I am discussing here. Reviews for this game are rated currently at Mixed on Steam. This game was developed and published by Repixel8.
This game has a Virtua Racing look and feel to it while being modern. It also happens to be a bit less forgiving than Virtua Racing. You can actually crash your car and suffer some wicked wrecks. The graphics are mostly flat shaded, though there are some hints of the game looking anything but your average flat-shaded 3D game. It is a little of everything in a stylish, modern retro package. This is surely a title to enjoy if you are a classic racing game fan.
I found this video to showcase "Formula Retro Racer":
^ Formula Retro Racing Trailer
You can try out "Formula Retro Racer" on Steam here: "Formula Retro Racing" on Steam
I will now offer some final thoughts on these games in the final section here.
Three 3D Modern Retro Racers: Final Thoughts
Even in this era of games having to look hyper-realistic and have the most accurate performance characteristics, it is refreshing to see modern retro style games like the three I mentioned in this blog post. Each of the games I mentioned encompass mostly three different disciplines of motorsport. You can make the case as to which of the three I mentioned are the best to you. Regardless, at least we know that the classic time of 1990s 3D racing games are embodied beautifully with the games I mentioned here. Hopefully in the future, I may get to play these games in some capacity. Until then, you may have yourself some options for playing some more quality racing games.
If I somehow to play these games, I will be sure to review them proper to you all in the future.
I hope you enjoyed not only this blog posts, but any or all three of the aforementioned games in this post. Consider subscribing or following my blog(s) if you want more of my content. I discuss more than just racing/driving games across my various blogs. Be sure to take a look at my other content if these other topics interest you. I just want to provide the best content for cyberspace that I can provide. Thank you for reading! Take care and be well.
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