Old Skool Racer is a full racing game that brings back the excitement of classic arcade racing games like Outrun, Screamer, Star Wars Pod Racer, and Wave Race 64. You can race in places like New York, Venice, London, India, and Yosemite using cars, boats, hoverpods, and chariots.
Features
Vehicle Variety
Pick from four different vehicle types – cars, speedboats, hoverpods, and chariots – each offering a unique racing feel.
Diverse Locations
Explore over 20 day and night locations, such as New York, Venice, Amsterdam, Tokyo, and Ancient Rome, adding depth to your racing adventures.
Progressive Unlock
Earn new vehicles by winning Championship races, giving you a goal to strive for.
Single-player Modes
Enjoy various single-player modes like Quick Race, Time Trial, and Championship for different challenges and experiences.
Multiplayer Fun
Race with up to six players, compete for achievements, and show off with 3D trophies.
Vehicle Appearance
Customize your vehicle with special parts, paint colors, decals, and materials to make it your own.
Color Selection
Choose from millions of colors using a Photoshop-style color palette for precise customization.
Material Options
Select from various materials like matte, fiberglass, glossy metal, gold, aluminum, and pearl to enhance your vehicle’s look.
Decal Choices
Add decals from a library or your collection for a unique style.
Painting Tools
Use custom paint brushes to paint directly on your vehicle for detailed customization.
Parts Customization
Upgrade your car with parts such as spoilers and wheel rims for improved performance and style.
Exclusive Rewards
Unlock Winner’s Island, a luxury mansion, and a toy train as rewards for your achievements.
Mansion Decoration
Decorate your mansion with furniture, carpets, paintings, and chandeliers to create your own luxurious space.
Customization Options
Completely change your mansion’s appearance with realistic wall paints, floor designs, and roof tiles.
Trophy Display
Showcase your Championship trophies in the 3D Trophy Room inside your mansion to celebrate your victories.
Car Care
Keep your vehicles clean and shiny with your private car wash on Winner’s Island.
Final Verdict
Despite some initial challenges, Old Skool Racer shows potential and has several redeeming qualities that make it worth considering for fans of arcade racing games.
What I Liked:
- The red metallic paint on the vehicles added a stylish touch.
- The variety of car models was impressive and visually appealing.
- The game’s concept of bringing back classic arcade racing vibes is commendable.
What Could Be Improved:
- The video settings and controller functionality need refinement for a smoother gaming experience.
- Performance optimizations are necessary to ensure consistent frame rates, especially on mid-range PC setups.
- Adding more tracks and vehicle options would enhance the gameplay variety and replay value.
- Providing more customization options, such as UI adjustments and controller key rebinding, would improve player comfort and control.
- Price considerations could be reviewed to better reflect the current content and state of the game.
Old Skool Racer has the potential to be a standout title in the arcade racing genre with further development and enhancements.
