Yes, Anny offers some excellent racing games.
Yes, Anny offers some excellent racing games.
I’m not among the most enthusiastic about racing games, but I really enjoy them. I’m trying to discover new titles that have already been released or are still coming out (like The Crew). I’d really appreciate your assistance. My top pick so far is Burnout: Paradise, which has easily surpassed 300 hours of playtime. I especially like the crew because of the exciting features and positive aspects of the game. I’ve noticed that during the beta updates, The Crew continuously improved, reaching a level where it feels polished and engaging—similar to what you’d expect from Ubisoft. It seems likely that Burnout: Paradise could become a strong competitor in the genre. Right now, I’m playing Grid 2, but I don’t find it very appealing; it’s too simple, especially when you just need to go fast and drift through corners. Even on the toughest settings, it doesn’t challenge you much—just pure drifting. That’s why I prefer open-world games with a driving style like Burnout: Paradise. Why? Because it’s so enjoyable! It’s not the most realistic experience, but it’s by far the most entertaining. So, I hope you can recommend some solid options. In short, I’m looking for racing games that offer an exciting driving feel, in an open world setting, and preferably with a fun atmosphere.
The NFS lineup is solid, that’s the only thing I can mention. I prefer Sims over arcade games and open-world experiences. Top sims include DiRT 3, GTR Evolution/RACE 07, Assetto Corsa, and Shift 2: Unleashed.
Controllers clearly outperform keyboard/mouse setups in racing titles. The real winners are solid wheels and tires. I wish I could afford one :wacko: DiRT 3 is solid for rally fans (I’ve got 80 hours in it). GFWL caution applies—DLC isn’t available, and you need an online connection to save progress. Asetto Corsa suits sim enthusiasts; Pretty will launch in November for Sims and Pretty titles (finally, no more Forza!). iRacing appeals to competitive sim players who enjoy a hardcore experience, though it’s limited to 30 FPS and hasn’t impressed much since Criterion took over. Next Car Game is worth checking out if you like physics-driven racing. I’d advise skipping RaceRoom Experience—it leans heavily into microtransactions and is free on Steam. Those are the main options that stand out right away. Plus, many classic racing games still have active modding scenes, letting you refresh old looks with updated textures.
I enjoy racing games and play them on my Xbox, which I found for around £80 on eBay. If you ever come across a used Xbox just to enjoy the game, I suggest it only if you have a solid reason. Make sure to open it up and clean it well—most console players skip this step and end up with overheating issues. Hope this helps!
Most codemaster racing titles are enjoyable. You might also want to explore project cars and iRacing.