Car Racing Games: 10 Most Exciting

A sequel to the fast-paced arcade game Sega Rally, the game comes with new vehicles, better and newer environment settings along with the tracks (snowy circuit and a coarse one on an island), with many more tracks in each of the environment type. With heavy weight on its shoulders, this second edition continues with the legacy of its predecessor with its convincing game play and great add-ons. The fantasized physics modeling in its gaming, allows you to hold onto your seat till the game ends. Sega Rally 2 is balanced with a realistic feel and an ultimate driving experience.

This arcade racing game, developed in 1994, has set high standards for its above mentioned successor. Considered as all-time best racing game by Retro Gamer magazine, Sega Rally consists three stages of racing. These are Desert, Forest and Mountain. The gameplay is set with such difficulty that it is almost impossible for the player to reach first position instantly. Thus, focus should be on gaining maximum lead in each stage. If you manage to be a winner after the third phase, you get to play a secret fourth circuit “Lakeside”.

The game gained a great deal of popularity due to its exclusive Game Over screen. With a red "GAME OVER" text covering the faded title screen, the player hears an optimistic voice calling "Game over, yeah!".

Grid takes you on a beautiful yet adventurous tour over three regions of Unites States, Europe and Japan. The gameplay includes thrill of competition with each player acting as the primary driver of his own team. Every progression through the game gains sponsors for your squad. You can also hire a teammate to drive with you in some of the events. Grid racing is driven by high-end enhanced ECO engine, producing modeled collisions and sequences similar to those in a Hollywood movie. Each racing track tests your driving skills with high impacts, swift turns, wild bumps and runs with other cars and objects running alongside.

Packed with the best racing action, NFS Shift tears through the roads of Chicago, Dubai, Italy & London. Drive any of the 20 fastest and hottest cars starting from BMW M3 GT2, Lamborghini Gallardo to Pagani Zonda and experience extreme speed and racing technique. Points and trophies are earned for aggressiveness, precision and style in the game. Cars can be upgraded with regards to top speed, handling, acceleration and nitrous features. Shift focus on simulation/arcade racing style, rather than arcade racing by its previous title.

This racing game belongs to the stunt-filled genre, driving at high speeds to win the WRL cup. It is completely based on the Speed Racer film by Wachowski Brothers, driving the renowned Mach5 at a thundering speed of over 350Mph to create a live film and family adventure. The three variations of the car gives you access to several gadgets like grip tires, rotary saws, a periscope, a deflector, and auto jacks, each with a distinct usage. Your aim lies in being the fastest of all through all the three tracks by discovering new shortcuts. Master the Normal and Endurance modes for a refined gameplay and get set go.

Gran Turismo returns with its 5th version Prologue, boasting with its signified realism and high-end physics. This series lets you compete against 16 opponents, simultaneously through a series of speedy war, unlocking new events at stages and earn credits so as to purchase newer cars. The GT5 Prologue is free of any license tests. It also includes new features in the interior of the car, functioning speedometers and odometers, reflecting rear-view mirrors and real-time car lighting effects and shadows.

Rally Sport brings fast-paced arcade racing genre right onto your display, filled with tons of attractive cars, realistic rally tracks and gorgeous graphics. It includes four types of rally competition – hill climb, traditional rally, Rally Cross and ice racing. These four racing styles enthrall you by racing through different landscapes, varied difficulties and fierce competition. The game initially comes with 29 licensed cars, 48 tracks and realistic opponents leading to crashes and real car damages, while there is much more to conquer and win bonus.

This seventh version of NFS series continues the legacy of speed combined with action. All the races take place in generic city during night time. Instead of the luxurious vehicles in other games, Underground comes up with the import scene. You can customize vehicle performance, its appearance, rims, stickers, paintjob, spoilers and much more. Multiple racing modes render adventure and thrill to the game. Moreover, the quality graphics enhance your gaming experience while playing on the next gen systems.

Experience phenomenal racing adventure with 7000 horsepower nitro-powered speed and be a winner in record time. The gameplay is built using features of the original gaming genre. The player drives from Pomona to Gainesville through 25 events to excel the most coveted NHRA championship. The game includes tough competition from 30 real life NHRA nitro teams to build adventure and challenge at each step.

This high-end racing franchise marks its way with innovation, beautiful graphics, robust variety of cars and ground-breaking challenges. The first thing you notice when packed onto its seat is an improved array of visuals. The cars are impressive and designed with high precision. Players can import their Forza Motorsport 3 profiles to Forza 4, adding onto the credits and gifted cars in their new garage. 'Profile Import' launches your gameplay, reavealing the extravagant features embedded in this game. Its world of Autovista gives you an access to the virtual world of some of the greatest cars.