Featured

Asobo, known today as the Microsoft Flight Simulator developer, created groundbreaking technology for large scale maps that was intended to be used in a high quality rally raid title. It was never released and ended up as FUEL, a post-apocalyptic open-world racing game. What happened?

Better known today as the developer of Skyrim and Fallout, Bethesda once had a well-respected racing game franchise and were deep into development of a licensed Skip Barber Racing title that never released.

 

Share This Page

Facebook Twitter Reddit

Tagged Software

Support RSC

Please support us by not blocking ads on our domain. We have disabled Google Ads to increase page speed and would appreciate your support instead via PayPal, Patreon, YouTube Membership or by using any of the affiliate links below. Have any other ideas of how to support? EMail.
MOZA RacingSim-LabFanatecTrakRacerAsetekInternet Privacy From NordVPNDreamhostCapital One Credit Card Application
HumbleFanaticalCDKeysAmazonAmazon UKiRacingGet your racing gloves, boots and more from Demon Tweeks.Enlist at Roberts Space Industries, developers of Star Citizen and Squadron 42

Numskull Games have announced that Formula Retro Racing: World Tour Special Edition (phew, that’s a long title) is releasing in physical form for for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.

The title is already on Steam Early Access.

Trailer:

View this video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EbLL5IEl0c0 and please consider subscribing to RSC’s main channel.

Press release:

Retro Racing Fans Rejoice! Numskull Games Announces Formula Retro Racing World Tour Special Edition
Numskull Games brings retro inspired racing game Formula Retro Racing: World Tour to physical console formats, with new unique tracks and features.

[Tuesday 11th July 2023, LONDON, United Kingdom] – Independent video game publisher, Numskull Games is thrilled to announce a physical release of Formula Retro Racing World Tour in both Europe and America for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 & 5.

Due to arrive in October 2023, Formula Retro Racing World Tour Special Edition will feature exclusive new content: 6 New Unique Tracks (on top of the games base 18 tracks), Reversed Track Variants, along with a number of other Bonus Gameplay & UI Features. The physical Special Edition will also include 2 free Stickers based on the game’s key art.

Pre-orders will be available from a number of retailers worldwide, and will begin to go live over the coming weeks. For more information on pre-orders please visit the Numskull Games homepage and Social Media channels.

Formula Retro Racing: World Tour will be priced at £34.99 / €39.99 /$39.95 SRP.

More about Formula Retro Racing: World Tour

Formula Retro Racing – World Tour fuses the pick-up-and-play simplicity of 90s-style arcade racing with realistic handling and modern features. Race through iconic global locations, compete against other drivers, and try to beat your own lap times.

– Retro Racing with a Modern Twist: Experience nostalgic arcade racing with realistic physics, multiplayer, and destructible cars.
– Exciting Gameplay Variety: Dive into diverse game modes for thrilling races, challenges, and practice sessions.
– Wide Selection of Vehicles: Choose from high-performance race cars and muscle cars, each with unique handling characteristics.
– Iconic Global Locations: Race through renowned cities like London, Paris, and New York, featuring recognizable landmarks.
– Social and Competitive Features: Compete locally in split-screen multiplayer and challenge online leaderboards for bragging rights.
– Special Edition contains 2 exclusive stickers, 6 exclusive new themed tracks, reversed variants of tracks and other gameplay improvements.

About Numskull Games

Since 2019, Numskull Games has quickly established itself as a publishing force with a global physical and digital proposition. Launching and curating games from both new and veteran development studios as well as international games publishers, Numskull Games publishes titles across all major gaming platforms. Additionally, by utilising the infrastructure and resources of its sister companies Rubber Road / Numskull Designs, Numskull Games creates unique and compelling Collectors’ Editions for its elite releases.

About RePixel8

Repixel8 is a micro indie game dev studio based in the UK, developing and publishing retro inspired games for consoles, PC and mobile platforms.

No replies yet

Loading new replies...

About RSC

Back from the ashes since July, 2019. First created in 2001 with the merger of Legends Central (founded 1999) and simracing.dk.

A site by a sort of sim racer, for sim racers, about racing sims. News and information on both modern and historic sim racing software titles.

All products and licenses property of their respective owners. Some links on this Web site pay RSC a commission or credit. Advertising does not equal endorsement.

Podcast

Podcast micJoin Jon Denton, Tim Wheatley and Simon Croft as they discuss sim racing and racing games past, present and future.