Racing

Slipstream

Single PlayerMultiplayer

Critic · Metacritic

3.2

Users · RAWG

2018

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateMay 20, 2018

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

RacingCasualIndie

Playable on

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About this game

Slipstream is a racing game influenced and inspired by the OutRun series, SEGA games in general, Initial D, Vaporwave & Synthwave aesthetics and the spirit of 90s arcades. It uses a real pseudo3D engine to provide an authentic retro experience in a modern shell. After being funded via kickstarter in 2016 and delayed more times than the developer would like to admit, it was released independently for PC in 2018.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Modern recreation of late-1980s and early-1990s arcade racers.
Colorful pixel-art environments with scaling effects and period-inspired visuals.
Approachable arcade handling with drifting and slipstreaming depth.
Synth-driven soundtrack and retro racing atmosphere.
Contrasting international locations keep races visually varied.

Cons

Brief main progression compared with larger racing games.
Opponent AI uses aggressive behavior and rubber-banding.
Limited lasting progression after completing available events and modes.
Difficulty varies sharply between particular races and events.

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