FFRacer Demo

Trains are not as unpredictable as cars when it comes to driving them, mostly because they can only follow the rails and most of the controls are automated nowadays anyway. However, the experience can still be exciting even so, especially if you are a fan of trains and you do not mind the rather relaxed attitude of the genre.

FFRacer is more of an interactive video than a game, considering the fact that it doesn’t actually contain any CGI and you are just offered the illusion of being in control. The main idea behind the game is that it was created using real footage from a documentary, so you are actually playing through the video, while the controls are mostly there to help you corner.

Whether you consider it impressive or not, it must be mentioned that the videos contain every bit of the trip between Bergen and Oslo, so even if you are not into video games that much, you can still enjoy the view. The camera is placed on the front of the train, so the illusion of speed and adrenaline is as intense as possible, especially in tight environments.

In order to remain at top speed and reach your destination as fast as you can, all you have to do is compensate the steering in corners, which also has the benefit of keeping you from going off the rails. Not only that, but the faster you go, the faster the video plays, which makes the sensation of speed even more obvious and intense.

Since the entire thing is basically a slightly interactive movie, there are not many technical aspects one can talk about. You can check your speed with the on-screen dial, but other than that, you cannot really view any information about the road ahead, or the train. There is a bit of music as well, but it’s quite short and not nearly enough to last you the entire trip.

FFRacer is rather unique and intriguing, even more so if you are a train enthusiast. The simple gameplay and the easy ride can certainly be relaxing whenever you feel like it, although the speed can also provide you with entertaining moments and more than enough adrenaline.