Dubbed the "fastest racing game in the universe", Redout 2 has been treated to a brand new overview trailer, with the game bringing lots of F-Zero vibes (although that might be because we've been playing F-Zero X all week).
Regardless, it's looking pretty slick, showcasing the classic 'anti-grav' racing that's become popular with franchises like F-Zero and WipEout. You'll need to strafe and tilt your ship in order to gain maximum speed on the tracks, but the game will also boast a selection of options to make it more accessible.
The number of tracks has been doubled from the first Redout game, featuring 10 racing locations with 36 race tracks across them. All of these can be played in reverse, totalling an impressive 72 unique tracks.
Customisation is also featured heavily, with several aspects of your vehicle fully customisable to heighten your chances in the races.
We've yet to get an official release date for the game, with a vague '2022' currently being quoted, but we'll be sure to let you know once this has been announced.
We gave the first Redout a 7/10 in our review, praising the in-depth career mode and catchy soundtrack, but criticising the lacklustre online and lack of local multiplayer.
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Doesn't look bad. I remember playing WipeOut a bit on PS3 I think? But same energy.
Sadly, if I can't do super fast racing while the game is blasting Decide in the Eyes at me, it's just not quite the "magic" I'm looking for from F-Zero.
The game play looks exciting, but the narrator is doing everything he can to make it sound as dull as possible.
I guess if Nintendo won't give us an F-Zero, they will. This looks like a valiant effort.
Now, tilting your vehicle for efficient racing lines on curvy tracks is something I mentioned years ago for F-Zero. Hmm, wonder if someone read my post lol. Anyhoo, interest peeked. It could play really well if it's gyro enabled. Will keep an eye on it and hopefully it won't be too harshly cut down for the humble Switch.
This looks fantastic but will unfortunately no doubt struggle on Switch like the original. I'm definitely rooting for it though. Someone needs to challenge Fast RMX for it's thrown. It's only been like 5 years 😂
The graphics still looks dull and terrible like the first game and the sense of speed feels slower than even Fast RMX which is a launch title for Switch.
I'm glad indie devs are keeping this genre alive since AAA isn't interested anymore. Although this is looking big enough that calling it "indie" may not be fair anymore. Perhaps AA?
It's not the F-Zero we wanted. I wonder if it will become the F-Zero we need.
My guess is no. Regardless will play demo.
DON´T PLAY this game on Nintendo Switch, play on STEAM....THE STEAM VERSION IS CHEAPER AND wayyyyyyyyyyyy better in graphics, audio, and gameplay.
REDOUT is one of the best games i´ve ever played. I play on Steam and i find people to play online easily. This gameplay is difficult but PERFECT.
It´s not a game to relax, it´s a game to try, lose, lose again and get better and better and better with the time...
Love it!
Unfortunatly, i don´t have fun with Fast RMX...for me Fast RMX is too easy and boring.
I was interested until I heard the music.
Looks pretty... but that voiceover is basically like listening to a NintendoLife video review and it's painful. Oops?
Lol lets hope this one doesnt launched on major consoles and get delayed forever for the switch like the last one. Wasnt a huge fan anyway though sadly. Too bad wipeout isnt cross platform
I think putting F-zero in the article title should be banned unless you actually have news on F-zero. My ol’ticker can’t take it!
Whatever happened to that Ballistic NG game that was coming out for Switch?
Looks more Wipeout than F Zero.
Didn't see one spin in the trailer.
I'll get it on PS4 as these games suit a big screen for me and my old eyes
The original Redout looked incredible but I got it on Steam and really dislike the handling.
There are many futuristic racers, but only F-Zero feels like F-Zero.
Wow, it actually looks REALLY good!! If it reviews well generally, I'll get it for sure. Good vibes.
Now show me the 30 fps version one the switch
At what point do we just start calling games, such as this, "F-Zero likes"?
Looks ok I just can't do the 30fps in a racing game.
Looks like the vibe from Wipeout and the speed of F-Zero. I never bothered with the original Redout as I never saw it on sale. It's always been the original 60 AUD so now I'll just move on unless they suddenly drop it to 5 AUD.
I do really like the first game but in handheld the graphics are so blurred and muddy and I'm not even talking about when the game is in motion. Looks great docked but I play my Switch handheld like 95% so if the sequel isn't cleaned up in the handheld department imma have to give it a pass unfortunately.
The first redout took forever to reach the Switch. To the point that I thought it was already canceled. So if they say 2022, probably will reach the Switch on 2025. For the meantime, I'll go back to Fast RMX to scratch my F-Zero itch...
Played the first one on Steam and it was simply fantastic. It made Wipeout seem slow in comparison but it was hard though, had a fairly steep learning curve.
I will get it eventually, a sale will suit my needs
Kinda if Xtreme G and starwars pod racing had a baby. Looks insane, I bet this would be wicked in VR. I'm aware it has a psvr title (pretty sure) but don't own the headset, so pcvr would be amazing if it ever happened.
@techdude I really liked fast rmx. It was fast! Lol
Zero chance this is going to run on the witch to any playable level.
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