Redout: Enhanced Edition Demo

It’s obvious that racing games are designed to feel as fast as possible, but simulators can only go so far in this regard without going overboard. However, arcade racing games do not have this limitation, which is why they are the go-to option if your goal is to experience exaggerated motion blur effects and supersonic speeds around dangerous tracks.

Redout: Enhanced Edition is a fast-paced racing game in which you get to drive hover cars as fast as possible and navigate treacherous tracks full of crazy turns and twists. The game is designed to come as close to classics like WipeOut and F-Zero as possible, and thanks to the snappy controls and exquisite sensation of speed, it really feels like a step forward instead of a cheap clone.

To begin with, the tracks are very engaging, and so are the vehicles at your disposal. They are capable of reaching supersonic speeds under ideal conditions, although you also have to keep in mind the fact that there are corners you need to negotiate. The vehicles get damaged if you brush too many walls, so it’s important to brake every now and again as well, or at least try to hit the apex as precisely as possible.

The vehicles in question can also be made even faster if you manage to unlock the upgrades, although they can also be made harder to tame. Speed and agility upgrades are the most important, but sometimes stability and fast turn-in can be more important. On the other hand, it all depends on your ability to navigate the tracks as cleanly as possible and make full use of your reflexes.

Lastly, the graphics are worth of a mention as well, because they are exquisite in every regard. Every level is gorgeous and extremely colorful, not to mention the fine post-processing effects added on top. The sensation of speed is undeniable, and yet you always want to go faster in order to break your lap records again. Even the music is great, since it goes perfectly with the fast-paced action on the screen.

In the end, Redout: Enhanced Edition is about as refined as possible for a game of this type, and there aren’t many options to choose from in the genre at the moment. Thus, it’s wonderful to see such attention to detail, even if the content is rather lacking when it comes to tracks and competitions.