A brand-new Star Wars racing experience is officially on the way. Star Wars: Galactic Racer is revving up for a 2026 launch, promising a bold, run-based reinvention of arcade racing set within the iconic Star Wars universe. The game is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and marks the debut title from AAA studio Fuse Games, led by former Criterion Games general manager Matt Webster, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games and publisher Secret Mode.
Blending cinematic spectacle with skill-based competition, Star Wars: Galactic Racer aims to stand apart from traditional racers by focusing on risk, strategy, and survival rather than scripted heroics or Force powers.
A lawless racing league in the Outer Rim
At the core of Star Wars: Galactic Racer is The Galactic League, an unsanctioned and brutally dangerous racing circuit born in the lawless reaches of the Outer Rim. Here, the galaxy’s most fearless pilots compete in high-stakes races where aggression is encouraged and survival is never guaranteed.
Players will pilot a range of repulsorcraft classes, each featuring distinct physics models and playstyles. Races emphasise slam, shunt, and takedown mechanics, allowing competitors to physically battle rivals for position. Tracks span both new and iconic Star Wars planets, with branching routes and environmental hazards ensuring that no two runs play out the same way.
This dynamic structure leans heavily into replayability, blending arcade immediacy with modern roguelike design sensibilities.
A story of rivalry, revenge, and reputation
Rather than focusing on Jedi or Sith, the game centres on an original protagonist named Shade, a lone racer driven by ambition, glory, and revenge. Standing in their way is Kestar, a ruthless rival with power-hungry plans to dominate the Galactic League.
The single-player experience unfolds through a story-driven campaign, where players must forge alliances, outpace elite competitors, and survive escalating challenges to rise through the ranks. Alongside the narrative, a competitive multiplayer mode allows players to test their builds in strategic PvP grudge matches, where reputation carries lasting consequences.
Progression is tied to each run, with players able to customise their craft, unlock new abilities, and master brutal takedowns over time. As the developers put it: no Force, no prophecy – just skill, strategy, and the will to rise.
A fresh take on Star Wars racing
Fuse Games CEO Matt Webster says the project is rooted in both Star Wars wonder and the thrill of racing innovation.
“For us, Star Wars has always represented the power of wonder – and racing is one of its most thrilling expressions. With Star Wars: Galactic Racer, we wanted to reinvent what a racing game can be: adventurous, spectacular and exhilarating.”
That philosophy is echoed by Lucasfilm Games, whose VP and GM Douglas Reilly highlighted the franchise’s long-standing relationship with racing culture.
“From podracing to high-speed chases across the galaxy, Star Wars has always drawn inspiration from racing. Star Wars: Galactic Racer captures that spirit and elevates it into a wholly new form of racing adventure.”
Publisher Secret Mode also described the title as a defining moment for the genre, praising its depth, drama, and identity.
Platforms, release window, and what’s next
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is set to launch in 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with more details expected closer to release. As Fuse Games’ first title, it represents an ambitious entry point for the studio and a fresh direction for Star Wars games beyond traditional action-adventure formulas.
You can also learn more about the wider Star Wars gaming universe via Lucasfilm Games and the official Star Wars website.
With its emphasis on skill-driven competition, cinematic worlds, and high-risk racing, Star Wars: Galactic Racer could become one of the most distinctive Star Wars titles of the next generation.
