Racer fits well into the F-Zero-inspired futuristic category of racing games that let players experience incredible speeds through a wide variety of characters and machines. All of Racer's characters function similarly to one another, but they possess key differences that fit certain playstyles and courses. This community, combined with those who simply have fond memories of driving fast while listening to Star Wars music, provided enough interest to justify a PC remaster, which recently launched on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. The game's simple to understand but difficult to master controls has caused a dedicated speed-running community to arise around the game.
Star Wars Episode I: Racer originally released in 1999 on the Nintendo 64.
