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Tear Through The Cosmic Streets of Star Racer, a Retro-Infused Combat Racer
The intergalactic combat racer launches into Steam Early Access today!
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March 8, 2024
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Whatnot Games :
March 8th, 2023 - 3… 2… 1… GO! Star Racer, the retro-infused combat racer from indie developer Whatnot Games, launches into Steam Early Access today. The intergalactic racer will also be featured as a part of The MIX + Kinda Funny Onsite Showcase during GDC where attendees can catch a taste of the thrills. With high-octane speeds, exhilarating aerial combat, and an extensive track editor, Star Racer celebrates the gratifying challenge and nostalgic vibes of retro racing while propelling the genre into the modern day. Through concrete and cosmos, Star Racer dares players to be the first - and only - driver to cross the finish line.
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Engage in electrifying battles on the intergalactic racetrack, where every turn is an opportunity to outsmart the opposition. Smash through vehicles with a circling ground attack, or take the fight to new heights with gripping aerial assaults! Rivals aren’t the only threat though, as racers must navigate through icy patches, sizzling lava pits, and bombastic mines. Whether you’re blazing through the Grand Prix solo or challenging friends through local multiplayer or Steam Remote Play, surviving long enough to reach the finish line will take strategy, skill, and a whole lot of guts.
Star Racer features a comprehensive track editor, allowing racers to challenge one another with custom circuits. Manipulate every single aspect of a track in order to create dynamic circuits from scratch. Lay out the foundation by precisely crafting the height and width of the roads, as well as the angles of nail-biting turns. Once the basics are down, explore the hazards library and spill a bit of danger onto the concrete. The only limitation is imagination. There is nothing stopping a player from creating a bouncy halfpipe highway riddled with landmines and lava.
Star Racer wholeheartedly invokes the sensation found in retro classics through its visuals and music. Soar through intergalactic speedways in an awe-striking HD-2D aesthetic. Legendary composer Grant Kirkhope (Banjo-Kazooie, GoldenEye 007) lends his shredding licks and celestial rhythms on a number of featured tracks. Kirkhope’s signature style enhances the retro vibes with an electrifying fusion of melodies. Whatnot Games set out to not only capture the comfort of retro gaming but also elevate the experience through modern hardware.
Ready to chase the thrill of the cosmic streets? Star Racer is now available on Steam Early Access. Racers can become a part of the pit crew by joining the official Discord server. Star Racer will also be featured as a part of The MIX + Kinda Funny Onsite Showcase during GDC where attendees can pump their breaks at the booth.
Key Features:
Heart-Pounding Races: Engage in intense battles across the intergalactic racetrack. Use cunning strategies as you drift, boost, fire, and soar your place to the front of the pack!
Concrete & Clouds: Dust the competition through the pavement and the skies! Bring high octane races to new heights with gravity-defying glides and aerial combat. Blaze across the pavement, soar through the stars, and leave your rivals in the stardust.
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 and Steam Remote Play, 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 twenty 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.
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