Unconventional Racing Games (No Cars Allowed!)
Tired of the standard laps and asphalt? These speed-packed gems turn the racing genre on its head – no cars, no problem. From mountain bikes and hoverboards to mythic archery and meatball chaos, these games put the kibosh on racing as usual. In the mood for something zany? Strap in.
Unconventional Racing Games (No Cars Needed!)
1. Pocket Champs
Racing RPG on your pocket.
Who informed you that you need to possess a behemoth gaming machine in order to enjoy some good racing game? Pocket Champs places the entire fun of a racing RPG into your pocket. Train drivers, unlock dozens of goofy vehicles (such as a flying couch – no kidding), and rip up minuscule tracks for brief moments of racing brilliance. Perfect for when you’re on the go, or just want to get a dose of speed without the need for a full-on gaming session. Racing, RPG elements, and quirky vehicles combine for a fun, fast-paced experience.
2. Descenders
Procedural downhill mountain biking on steroids.
Taking mountain biking to new heights, Descenders puts extreme sports together with rogue-lite action. Every course is procedurally generated, meaning no two races are ever the same. You’ll be doing nutty jumps, acing backflips, and trying not to face-plant while you’re sliding down mountain sides. The twist? Try and get your tricks on or face the backlash – the mountain doesn’t appreciate pride. It’s fast, it’s unpredictable, and it’s awash with adrenaline. Just don’t expect to keep your bike upright for long.
3. ClusterTruck
Parkour over crashing trucks.
Imagine a platformer where the platforms are exploding and moving lorries. That’s your goal: leap from truck to truck without crashing, exploding, or generally making an awful lot of a mess.That is ClusterTruck. This manic, first-person parkour game demands lightning-fast reflexes as you jump from truck to truck, avoiding disaster and deadly drops. A misjudged jump means some silly ragdoll physics, making for raw, uncut crazy fun.The thrill of simply evading death as trucks explode and crash everywhere around you makes every jump a victory.
4. Riders Republic
Mass multiplayer extreme sports.
Ever fantasized about skiing, biking, and jetwinging all at once? Riders Republic makes it possible. Play with scores of others in enormous open-world races that never stop. Whether you’re tearing down snowy slopes, soaring through the air in jetwings, or hurtling down mountain trails, the game delivers non-stop adrenaline. The wild, high-speed action is perfect for extreme sports enthusiasts and multiplayer pandemonium. Participate in thrilling events, explore a vast open world, and indulge in pure adrenaline madness as you speed down the track on skis against jetwings at 150mph.
5. Hot Lava
The floor is lava – literally.
Remember that vintage childhood game? Hot Lava turns it into a first-person, high-octane rail of a platformer and speedrun paradise. Each leap forces you to stretch further and further and gets your reflexes active as you zip past lava flows, leap from skyscraper to skyscraper, and climb walls. You’ll wall-run, swing, and slide by means of levels wherein touching the “floor” will equal instant death. It’s a game that boils the original game’s manic enjoyment down to precision and imagination for survival.
6. Jetboard Joust
Hoverboard side-scrolling chaos.
If Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater and Galaga had a collision, you’d get Jetboard Joust.Jetboard Joust brings the chaos of side-scrolling racing to life with hoverboards, neon rails, and deadly alien enemies. You’ll race through a futuristic world, dodging bullets, grinding rails, and battling enemies while trying to stay on your board. Think Tony Hawk meets Galaga – with a whole lot of speed and style. The fast-paced action and intense battles keep things exciting, and the neon-infused visuals make every level a blast to play.
7. Super Meat Boy Forever
The world’s most violent auto-runner.
This isn’t your average auto-runner. Super Meat Boy Forever takes the brutal difficulty of the original and cranks it up to 11. The twist? It’s an auto-runner where you’ll need pixel-perfect jumps and lightning-fast reflexes to survive. One wrong move and you’re dead. It’s fast, it’s furious, and it’s brutal – but in the best possible way. Be ready to throw your controller in rage (and maybe even tears) as you grind inch by inch of progress through this platforming monstrosity.
8. The Pathless
Mythical archery parkour.
Experience a breath-taking journey in The Pathless, where flow and speed blend together with mythical discovery. You’ll play as a quick archer and majestic eagle, racing along wide, breathtaking valleys, firing shots at talismans to enhance pace and momentum. It’s a combination of parkour and shooting, giving you an ambient sense of fluid motion and raw flow-state magic as your eagle carries you up hills and over broad horizons.It’s unadulterated speed and beauty combined with myth and exploration.
9. Lonely Mountains: Downhill
White-knuckle survival and mountain biking combined.
Feel the wind in your hair as you speed down treacherous mountain roads at neck-snapping speeds. The goal? To survive the steep cliffs, hairpin turns, and deadly drops. Take one wrong step and you’ll be soaring through the skies in the most astounding of wrecks. It’s not about speed – it’s about surviving the chaos. Crash, restart, and ride once more. The ruthless physics and stunning visuals make every fall part of the experience. Perfect for the xtreme sports-adventure fan.
So, are you ready to leave behind the traditional race track and try a whole new form of speed? These games promise awesome challenges and unbreakable memories. Which car-less race will you conquer first?
