TOP 10 Xbox One Racing Games

10. Burnout Paradise Remastered

It really doesn’t get any better than speeding down the track listening to Welcome to the Jungle. Boasting beautifully updated visuals, Burnout Paradise Remastered reminds players why Burnout were once the leaders of the racing genre. The game plays ridiculously well today and is still one of the most bad-ass racers out there – quite simply, a good old-fashioned arcade game. A hell of a lot to love here.

9. Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered

It’s time to reignite the pursuit. Easily the greatest entry in the acclaimed Need for Speed series, Hot Pursuit has been given a fresh coat of paint with this passionate remaster that has it looking, sounding and playing better than ever. Giving players the chance to unleash a savage sense of speed as both outlaws and cops, this thrilling racing title is an absolute beast that will have you feeling the need for speed.

8. WRC 10

Packed with 20 legendary cars to drive over 120 special stages, 6 historic rallies and 4 2021 rallies, WRC10 is a real goldmine of four-wheeled delights for fans of the series. This is a thrilling and fast-paced racer that acts as something of a love letter to 50 years of the World Rally Championship, with addictive gameplay and mesmerising visuals that pull the player right into the action.

7. Crash Team Racing: Nitro-Fueled

Definitely the most nostalgic entry on this list, the remastered CTR is an absolute delight for all ages. Kicking the gameplay into a higher gear than ever before, Nitro-Fueled brings all the modes, characters, tracks and power-ups that you remember, while adding additional content from Crash Nitro Kart. The result is a colourful, exciting and accessible game for players of all ages and skill levels to enjoy. A masterpiece of fun.

6. MotoGP 20

In this thrilling entry into the MotoGP gaming series, players can experience all the excitement of the richly detailed Managerial CAreer mode or hit the tracks themselves with their fully customisable bike and suit. With realistic physics, improved visuals and historic content allowing players to relive MotoGP history and compete with legendary riders, this remarkable racing title is an absolute must for anyone who wants to feel the power of Moto GP.

5. Project CARS 2

Marketing itself as the pinnacle of authenticity, Project CARS 2 was fine-tuned by pro drivers, making the game’s precision physics, weather conditions and vehicle handling feel stronger than they ever have in the genre. With over 170 licensed cars and a staggering track roster, Project CARS 2 combines stunning realism with racing fun, and the result is one of the finest racing games available on the Xbox.

4. DiRT 5

This bold off-road racing title puts players behind the wheel of an eclectic and exciting roster of cars - from rally icons to trucks - and allows them to hit the tracks in over 70 unique routes across 10 different locations. With local split-screen support of up to four players, DiRT 5 is the perfect couch racing game to battle for victory with your pals - or, you can fly solo in the game’s Career Mode featuring beloved gaming voice talents Troy Baker and Nolan North.

3. Forza Motorsport 7

As one of the leading franchises in the racing genre, it’s no surprise that Forza makes multiple appearances on this list. The 7th part of the flagship Motorsport series is a passionate and beautiful game that boasts over 700 customisable cars, including the largest collection of Ferraris, Porsches, and Lamborghinis ever. With over 30 famous destinations and 200 ribbons, this is a comprehensive epic for petrolheads. 

2. F1 2021

With cutting-edge visuals, solid customisation and a compelling story mode to enjoy, F1 2021 is an incredible introduction to the series - and indeed the sport - for newcomers, while also offering enough new features over previous instalments to please longtime fans. The game looks and plays stunningly, resulting in one of the best and most realistic racing titles in modern gaming.

1. Forza Horizon 5

Building upon everything that Forza Horizon 4 did so well, this fivequel proves itself as the champion of open-world racing with another grand and expansive entry packed with things to see and do. This time taking the action to a fictionalised representation of Mexico (the largest map in the series to date, 50% bigger than in the fourth entry), this is one of the most diverse and exciting games in the entire Forza catalogue.

TOP PS4 Racing Games

10. Crash Team Racing Nitro-fueled

You’d be forgiven for feeling like you almost recognise this indie racing game. After all, the title is made of three pretty common racing game buzz words. It features solid, quality racing gameplay, inspired by 90’s racing games you might have played to death on the original Playstation. Including joy-inducing throwback retro graphics! It’s packed with content, and the split-screen local multiplayer is the icing on the cake. 

9. CREW 2

Bored of your usual open-world racing games? What about a racing game that lets you drive across the entire United States? Crew 2 lets you do just that, with an albeit condensed recreation of the country. You can tear up the track, skies and seas in various types of races in fast-paced arcade action. Ever want to drive an F1 car across the Golden Gate Bridge? Now you can!

8. MotoGP 21

The team behind MotoGP have been developing the motorsport racing series for over 15 years now, and the expertise shines through in MotoGP 21. The game is loaded with mechanics that affect your performance on the track - but beginners will be happy to hear that various assist modes exist until they’re ready to take off the training wheels. Motorsport has never felt so authentic - and finally nailing first place has never felt so satisfying.

7. F1 2021

F1 2021 transforms a difficult year for the sport into one of the best racing games available on the market. Codemasters, longtime developers of the series, have created by far the most graphically impressive and realistic F1 game ever made. F1 2021 is also Codemaster’s first run at including a story mode, called Braking Point, which brings welcome variety to an already impressive selection of gameplay modes.

6. Need For Speed Heat

The spiritual successor to all-time greats like Most Wanted and Underground Need For Speed Heat is a welcome return to form for the franchise. The open-world street racer combines the arcade stylings of its predecessors with modern twists, such as deep vehicle customisation options and fantastic graphics. But once you hit the track, all the familiar full-throttle races, police pursuits and more can be found.

5. RIDE 4

One of the most satisfying, faithful racing sims on the market, RIDE 4 is a must for all fans of two-wheeled showdowns. With over 170 licensed bikes recreated to a near photorealistic standard, as well as authentic engine noises for each, there’s a level of detail on show that’s seldom seen in other games. Adjustable settings also mean you can tailor your experience, so novices and veterans can have fun straight out of the box.

4. WRC 10

WRC 10 is a celebration of the FIA World Rally Championship’s 50th Anniversary, and developer Kylotonn has pulled out all the stops. With unmatched graphics and incredible physics, few games come close to such a detailed recreation of the racing experience. With over 50 teams available to play as and multiple historic rally cars such as the Alpine A110 and the Audi Quattro, WRC 10 is an unmissable game for rally fans.

3. Project CARS 2

Marketing itself as the pinnacle of authenticity, Project CARS 2 was fine-tuned by pro drivers, making the game’s precision physics, weather conditions and vehicle handling feel stronger than they ever have in the genre. With over 170 licensed cars and a staggering track roster, Project CARS 2 combines stunning realism with racing fun, and the result is one of the finest racing games available on the PS4.

2. Gran Turismo Sport

Having always been one of the more serious racing franchises, Gran Turismo more than makes up for a lack of silly fun in simple perfectionism. The graphics are beautiful and the controls are responsive and tight. The online features are fantastic, bringing a new dimension to the series, and a new place to show off your mastery behind the wheel. Truly one of the most polished racing games available. 

1. DiRT Rally 2.0

One for serious driving devotees, DiRT Rally is one of the best rally racing simulators on the market right now, without a doubt. Like other serious racing games, a focus on gameplay and controls have made it an incredibly polished experience - it both looks and feels great to play. Although it is pretty difficult to master, it makes the payoff from finally beating that record time all the sweeter.