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Star Wars: Galactic Racer Aims for October Launch

Prepare for high-octane interstellar competition as the new Star Wars racing game has an official release date, with pre-orders now open.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer, the inaugural title from Fuse Games, a studio comprised of veterans from the Burnout and Need for Speed franchises, promises a thrilling racing experience within the Star Wars galaxy. Published by Secret Mode, known for indie titles like Still Wakes the Deep and Escape the Backrooms, this new adventure is slated for release on October 6.

Set after the original trilogy’s conclusion, players will assume the role of Shade, a mysterious pilot featured in the game’s campaign. For those seeking competitive thrills, the multiplayer mode offers various challenges across the Outer Rim, with a standout “grudge match” feature.

The game boasts extensive customization options to personalize your ride and confront opponents. Players can pilot a variety of vehicle classes, including landspeeders, speeder bikes, skim speeders, and the iconic podracers.

The announcement of the release date also unveiled a comprehensive range of pre-order options and incentives. All pre-orders for Galactic Racer, irrespective of the edition purchased, will include bonus livery for each speeder class, tailored to the platform: green for Xbox Series X|S, blue for PlayStation 5, and red for PC (Steam and Epic Games Store).

In addition to the base game, each edition offers distinct content:

  • Standard Pre-Order ($59.99 USD)

    • Platform-specific bonus livery.
    • A multiplayer Player Banner with a background.
  • Deluxe Edition ($79.99 USD)

    • Three exclusive vehicles: Kor Sarun: Ciza T speeder bike, Kor Sarun: Darc X landspeeder, and Kor Sarun: Rak S skim speeder.
    • Unique livery inspired by the Naboo N-1 starfighter.
    • Three exclusive arcade trials designed for the Kor Sarun vehicles.
    • A Deluxe Player Banner with a background and insignia for multiplayer.
    • A Digital Art Book.
  • Collector’s Edition (Physical Edition Only | $159.99)

    • All Deluxe Edition bonuses.
    • A custom slip cover and steel case.
    • A Collector’s Edition box with sleeve.
    • A physical model of the Kor Sarun: Darc X landspeeder.
    • Two pilot patches.
    • A physical copy of the Digital Art Book.
    • A Kestar Banner celebrating Galactic League champion Kestar Bool.

A Deluxe Edition Upgrade will be available post-launch, ensuring that those who wish to acquire its content later will have the opportunity. For those eager to join the Galactic League on October 6, further details can be found on the Star Wars: Galactic Racer website.


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Star Wars: Galactic Racer Set for October Release

Get ready to gear up for interstellar racing! The highly anticipated Star Wars racing game has an official launch date, and pre-orders are now available.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer is a new, high-stakes racing adventure set within the beloved Star Wars universe. Developed by Fuse Games, a studio based in Guildford, England, featuring industry veterans from the Burnout and Need for Speed franchises, this title marks their debut. The publisher, Secret Mode, typically known for releasing indie hits like Still Wakes the Deep and Escape the Backrooms, will be bringing this to players. Enthusiastic racers won’t have to wait long, as Star Wars: Galactic Racer is scheduled to arrive on October 6.

The game is set in the era following the original trilogy. Players will take on the role of Shade, an enigmatic pilot who is central to the Star Wars: Galactic Racer campaign experience. For more competitive players, the multiplayer mode offers a variety of game types across the Outer Rim, with the “grudge match” mode being a particular highlight.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers extensive customization options, allowing players to deck out their personal vehicles and express their style. The core vehicle classes include landspeeders, speeder bikes, skim speeders, and, of course, the fan-favorite podracers.

The release date announcement coincided with the reveal of numerous pre-order options and bonuses designed to give players an early advantage in customizing their speeders. Every pre-order of Galactic Racer, regardless of the edition chosen, will include bonus livery for each speeder class, color-coded to the platform of purchase: green for Xbox Series X|S, blue for PlayStation 5, and red for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Beyond the base game, each edition includes specific content:

  • Standard Edition Pre-Order | $59.99 USD

    • Bonus livery matching your platform.
    • A Player Banner with a background for multiplayer.
  • Deluxe Edition | $79.99 USD

    • Three exclusive vehicles: the Kor Sarun: Ciza T speeder bike, the Kor Sarun: Darc X landspeeder, and the Kor Sarun: Rak S skim speeder.
    • Unique livery inspired by the Naboo N-1 starfighter.
    • Three exclusive arcade trials specifically designed for the Kor Sarun vehicles.
    • A Deluxe Player Banner featuring a background and insignia for multiplayer.
    • A Digital Art Book.
  • Collector’s Edition (Physical Only) | $159.99

    • All Deluxe Edition bonuses included.
    • A custom slip cover and steel case.
    • A Collector’s Edition box with a sleeve.
    • A physical model of the Kor Sarun: Darc X landspeeder.
    • Two pilot patches.
    • A physical copy of the Digital Art Book.
    • A Kestar Banner celebrating Galactic League champion Kestar Bool.

An upgrade to the Deluxe Edition will be made available after the game’s launch, so there will be an opportunity to acquire those bonuses later. If you are interested in competing in The Galactic League starting October 6, you can find more information on the Star Wars: Galactic Racer official website.

By Cedric Ravencroft

A Leeds-based gaming journalist with nine years of experience in the industry. Started covering local gaming tournaments before expanding into national gaming news coverage. Specializes in PC gaming developments and indie game discoveries across the UK. His analytical approach to gaming trends and developer spotlights has earned him recognition among both gamers and industry insiders throughout England

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