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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.
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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.
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