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Star Wars: Galactic Racer released on 6th October on PC through Epic and Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, as reviewed by Eurogamer from a copy provided by Secret Mode. Developed by Fuse Games, the title channels the high-speed thrill of the Burnout series, evoking classic arcade racing mechanics.
Reviewer assessments highlight that the game brilliantly captures a junky, formidable Star Wars technology aesthetic. The racing mechanics feature two distinct boost options: the safe Afterburner and the dangerous Ramjet, which features a thrilling sound design and risks total explosion if abused via redlining.
The campaign adopts a Roguelite structure featuring FTL-style branching paths, vehicle class choices, and various event types. Players earn cash to upgrade stats and parts, though losing final races or eliminators resets progress, with starting machines improving over time.
The reviewer praised the variety of planetary environments, such as icy or toxic worlds that directly impact gameplay, alongside extensive accessibility options like auto-Ramjet and toggleable Takedown cameras.
