Hotshot Racing

 Xbox One
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 23 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 23
  3. Negative: 3 out of 23

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  1. Prizm
    Aug 17, 2021
    3
    Halfway through the first track, I started getting bored. It was a snorefest. Is that all this game is? Going around in circles with no strategy other than turning a corner and gOiNg FasTar? I must've gotten the wrong impression from the trailers, because I thought this game had some more depth to it.

    On top of that, the graphics are just too dated, and not in a good way. I appreciate a    Halfway through the first track, I started getting bored. It was a snorefest. Is that all this game is? Going around in circles with no strategy other than turning a corner and gOiNg FasTar? I must've gotten the wrong impression from the trailers, because I thought this game had some more depth to it.

    On top of that, the graphics are just too dated, and not in a good way. I appreciate a simple aesthetic when executed well, but some games just take it too far and it becomes embarrassing rather than cool.

    The only good thing was the smooth menu UI and a couple nice visual/audio touches that reminded me of Sonic All-Stars Transformed, which was also made by Sumo Digital. I'd much rather be playing Transformed right now.    … Expand

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#37 Best Xbox One Game of 2020
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#65 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2020

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. MondoXbox
    Oct 4, 2020
    86
    Hotshot Racing follows the lead of classic arcade racers like Out Run and Daytona USA, with a colorful and detailed low-poly look and highly enjoyable gameplay. Lots of modes, including 4 player split-screen and online play, make it a very satisfying experience. A game every racing games lover should try, at least via Xbox Game Pass.
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  2. GameGrin
    Sep 28, 2020
    90
    Beautiful looking, challenging racing game that recreates all the things you love about arcade racers. Great single and multiplayer experiences to be had here.
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  3. ZTGD
    Sep 17, 2020
    80
    The visuals are absolutely incredible. As mentioned, the stages really pop, and the thick defined polygons really capture that 90s feel. The game runs at a wonderful clip and the colors simply pop off the screen. The music is fun, and the characters all have unique attitudes, even if they wear out their welcome quickly. Hotshot Racing is an incredible nostalgia trip that I cannot recommend enough. Game Pass owners should note that the game is included in Microsoft’s service, so there is no excuse not to give it a try. This is the most fun I have had with a racing game in quite some time.
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