Tokyo Xtreme Racer

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Tokyo Xtreme Racer is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Genki Co., Ltd. and was released on September 24, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,179 reviews

gameplay346 positive mentions

grinding243 negative mentions

Captures the nostalgic feel of the original Tokyo Xtreme Racer games while modernizing the graphics and gameplay.
Addictive gameplay loop with a satisfying progression system that encourages players to upgrade and customize their cars.
Unique battle system where players race against rivals with health bars, adding a strategic element to the racing experience.

The AI can be inconsistent, often leading to frustrating races where opponents either cheat or are too easy to defeat.
Limited car selection and customization options compared to previous titles, leaving some fans wanting more variety.
Repetitive gameplay can set in quickly, with the majority of races feeling similar and lacking diverse challenges.

gameplay
932 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Tokyo Xtreme Racer 2025" has been widely praised for its addictive and straightforward loop, reminiscent of classic arcade racers, where players challenge rivals on the highways of Tokyo, upgrade their cars, and engage in one-on-one battles. While the game offers a nostalgic experience with modern graphics and mechanics, some players noted that the gameplay can become repetitive over time, and certain mechanics, like the perk system, may feel unnecessary or grindy. Overall, the game successfully captures the essence of its predecessors while introducing new elements, making it a solid choice for fans of the genre.
- “Very fun and refreshing racing game in a sea of Forza and NFS clones, basically a refresh of a series and formula that's been dead since the PS2 with great visuals and fun gameplay.”
- “The gameplay loop is not complicated at all but it's still very addictive.”
- “The gameplay loop is simple but addictive, capturing the classic, addictive gameplay while adding great quality-of-life features.”
- “The entire gameplay loop is flashing your brights at AI cars on the highway like you're trying to signal aliens — and then you get a 30-second drag race that’s about as thrilling as watching paint dry.”
- “The gameplay loop is absolutely bare bones and boring.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive.”
graphics
871 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Tokyo Xtreme Racer 2025" have received widespread praise for their impressive quality, effectively blending nostalgic elements from the original PS2 games with modern visual enhancements powered by Unreal Engine 5. Players appreciate the vibrant atmosphere, detailed car models, and smooth performance, even on lower-end systems, although some have noted minor graphical glitches and optimization issues. Overall, the visuals are seen as a significant upgrade that captures the essence of the classic racing experience while providing a fresh, visually appealing environment.
- “The graphics are stunning and the soundtrack is banging.”
- “The graphics are beautiful (if a bit hard to run at the maximum settings).”
- “The graphics, despite looking great when maxed out, are woefully unoptimized.”
- “The only real downside of it is that the graphics do become a little bit bland and boring as the night never really changes and the game world, faithfully remade to mimic its real-world counterpart, doesn't have many points of interest.”
- “The graphics are mediocre.”
- “The graphics look a little dated for 2025 and should be getting higher frame rates for what you see.”
music
800 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the nostalgic remixes of tracks from previous titles in the Tokyo Xtreme Racer series. However, a common critique is the limited selection of songs, which leads to repetitiveness during gameplay. While some players enjoy the energetic vibe and catchy tunes, others suggest enhancing the soundtrack with more variety or allowing for custom music options to improve the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack is a fantastic mix of tweaked and remixed songs primarily from txr0 and 3 respectively, the game additionally runs very well, never had a dip below 60 fps throughout the entire playthrough.”
- “The music is perfect and pays homage to the originals.”
- “The remixed soundtrack is a brilliant composition of remixes from the playstation 2 titles (alongside some new tracks!), and the sense of speed really makes you feel like you're going faster than you actually are.”
- “The original OST gets very repetitive after a while.”
- “The same song plays every time you are in a rival battle; there's, I think, 2 songs that play while you're free roaming, and then of course there's menu music.”
- “The music is weak and repetitive, but that was never a strong suit of this series.”
story
610 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Tokyo Xtreme Racer" is a blend of nostalgic charm and modern simplicity, featuring a straightforward narrative that revolves around street racing and character interactions. While some players appreciate the lighthearted cheesiness and character backstories, others find the plot lacking depth and repetitive, often feeling like a backdrop to the racing mechanics rather than a central focus. Overall, the game offers a unique atmosphere with engaging lore, but many hope for further development and expansion of the story in future updates.
- “The story is simple, one I'm sure you've heard before: you're a no-name street racer in a 'dumpy' starter car but you have a vibe that screams that you have the eye of the tiger, and your meteoric rise through the various race teams and lone racers is unlike anything seen in years.”
- “The story, while generally a little cliché, is rich with backstory and every rival you drive against has their own little story that you can read more about after defeating them, or even as you're talking with people in the parking areas.”
- “There is a pointless story that no one really gives a crap about.”
- “The story adds little to the experience, and by the end, the once-evocative highways start to feel repetitive.”
- “The story is very simple, told basically all via text so don't expect anything of substance.”
optimization
544 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received widespread praise, particularly for its performance on various hardware, including older systems and the Steam Deck, where it runs smoothly at 60fps. Players have noted that despite being built on Unreal Engine 5, the game avoids common pitfalls like graphical pop-ins and stuttering, delivering a stable experience even at high settings. However, some users have pointed out that certain graphical features, like global illumination, can negatively impact performance, suggesting room for further optimization.
- “This game is made in UE5 but surprisingly well optimized!”
- “Optimization is the unsung hero here, especially for a UE5 title notorious for devouring GPUs like cheap ramen.”
- “For an early access title, the game is already pretty solid as it is with many rivals to battle alongside a robust customization and tuning system, plus the performance is good.”
- “The performance is pretty consistent and nothing below 60fps, but I did expect to be hitting upwards of 100fps, and am able to do so in much more visually demanding games, so it's just a little odd.”
- “The graphical performance doesn't seem very optimized.”
- “Performance is horrible.”
grinding
253 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from players. While many appreciate the nostalgic, rewarding nature of grinding for cars and upgrades, they also note that it can become tedious and repetitive, especially in the late game where progression slows significantly. Some players find the grind enjoyable and integral to the experience, while others criticize it for being overly time-consuming and lacking variety in gameplay. Overall, the game strikes a balance between rewarding grinding and potential monotony, appealing primarily to those who enjoy a classic racing grind.
- “Not too grindy, but still some grind to progress.”
- “This game isn't as grindy as the PS2/Dreamcast prequels, but still pretty grindy for a racer.”
- “I found the progression through the campaign manageable and not too grindy.”
- “The grinding process is extremely boring and time-consuming, due to the low reward and the lack of driving skills involved in this game.”
- “The game is grindy and repetitive, so you've got to enjoy the ride itself.”
- “Progression feels unnecessarily grindy due to low payouts, and objectives boil down to a dull cycle of 'drive along the road, find this guy, race him, repeat.'”
atmosphere
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of "Tokyo Xtreme Racer 2025" is widely praised for its immersive night-time racing experience, capturing the essence of Japanese street racing with vibrant graphics, a fitting soundtrack, and a sense of freedom on the highways. Players appreciate the game's attention to detail, character interactions, and nostalgic elements that evoke classic racing titles, making it a standout in the genre despite some criticisms regarding depth and variety. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered one of its strongest features, contributing significantly to its appeal among racing enthusiasts.
- “The atmosphere, the story, the cars, the races... everything feels amazing.”
- “Tokyo Xtreme Racer 2025 delivers a solid driving experience with satisfying controls and a moody night-time atmosphere that captures the spirit of highway battles.”
- “The nighttime racing atmosphere on Japan’s highways is absolutely spot-on, with stunning graphics and a soundtrack that perfectly captures the thrill and adrenaline of street racing.”
- “Not much in terms of atmosphere.”
- “It's an arcade racer with a weak atmosphere (weaker than older NFS titles, for example), no multiplayer element, an outdated and basic handling model.”
- “Graphics are good, can't unfortunately give points for atmosphere; UE games look very similar.”
monetization
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been widely praised for its complete absence of microtransactions, battle passes, and online requirements, offering a refreshing return to classic single-player racing experiences. Players appreciate the straightforward gameplay and satisfying progression system, highlighting that it allows for unlocking upgrades and cars purely through in-game achievements without any predatory monetization practices. Overall, the game is seen as a much-needed break from the monetization trends that have plagued modern racing titles.
- “Finally, a fantastic racing game that isn't full of hand-holding and microtransactions.”
- “No microtransactions, no battle passes, no always-online requirements.”
- “The game is addictive and refreshingly free of modern microtransactions, which keeps the focus squarely on the racing experience.”
- “The game is a refreshing break from modern racing titles burdened with microtransactions and multiplayer features, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.”
- “No microtransactions, no 'always online', no freemium or gacha mechanics.”
- “This game does not have any kind of fomo / live service / microtransactions or any other nonsense, it's a game designed to be fun through and through and that should be heavily appreciated considering the horrible state the racing genre as a whole is in at the moment.”
stability
113 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is commendable, with many users reporting smooth performance across various platforms, including the Steam Deck and lower-end hardware. While some minor bugs and graphical glitches have been noted, they are generally not game-breaking and do not detract significantly from the experience. As an early access title, it has impressed players with its optimization and minimal issues, suggesting a solid foundation for future updates.
- “Well, you don't have to worry about that here anyway - you can enjoy these graphics alongside the sweet glory of a perfect (no glitches, stuttering, etc.) 100+ fps.”
- “For an early access game, it feels very well polished and so far no glitches were present.”
- “I cannot stress enough just how well they did the fundamentals of the game in a way that should not be surprising, yet is because of how often AAA titles fail to impress - there's no glitches, the game runs smoothly, there's no artifacting - the game feels playable and enjoyable.”
- “After hours upon hours of troubleshooting, I found some information on a forum that suggested I unplug all USB controllers from my PC.”
- “Amazing game, but a bit buggy in places; for example, the car I was racing phased through a wall at one point.”
- “There are some glitches and bugs, nothing that would ruin the game experience though.”
humor
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players finding joy in the absurdity of AI behavior, quirky character names, and amusing dialogue. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements of the gameplay, such as rivals' ridiculous strategies and the entertaining glitches that occur during races. Overall, the game's lighthearted tone and humorous writing contribute significantly to its charm, making it a memorable experience for players.
- “Roulette guy v3’s innovative 'swerve left and right over and over again and hope for the best strategy' had me dying laughing when I first saw it; and that’s just something you don’t get from Forza’s unbreakable conga line of drivers.”
- “The driving is great, the visuals are really good, even if stylized, and the dialogue is nothing short of interesting and funny at times.”
- “The funny team and rival names, the overdone grandiosity of the characters and cut scenes, and just the fun arcade racing feel is amazing.”
replayability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability through its diverse car selection, customization options, and various gameplay mechanics, allowing players to engage for over 100 hours. While many users find the gameplay addictive and enjoyable, some note that the repetitive nature of certain elements and limited content can affect overall replay value. Suggestions for improvements, such as additional game modes and more car options, indicate a desire for enhanced replayability in future updates.
- “It's addictive, content-packed, and has a ton of replayability through its wanderer system, perk tree, and in-depth tuning system.”
- “Although the gameplay loop is as simple as it can get, the car selection and customization, the continual need to upgrade your car, and the sheer number of different rivals with different racing personalities and race requirements that you can face off against, keeps the game fresh and replayable.”
- “The new customization options are great additions, adding hours of replayability to the experience.”
- “However, due to the niche nature of this game and its shortcomings (Japanese-only car list, limited map, poor car sounds, repetitive gameplay loop, limited replayability, and no multiplayer), I'm a little hesitant to fully recommend the game in its current state at the $50 price point (I think the $30 early access price point was more appropriate).”
- “The resource grind can be repetitive without a lot of event diversity, but it's broken up with a few group and team race events that I wish were more frequent or replayable based on the in-game day cycle, drive cycle, or at the parking lot locations.”
- “Game save/profile manager & new game +: the game needs a way to manage game saves; the replayability is definitely there, but I just am not one of those people who can throw my save away and start over and do that over and over again.”
emotional
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, often citing nostalgia and joy reminiscent of their childhood experiences with earlier titles in the series. The campy writing and heartfelt moments, such as the homage to beloved games, evoke strong feelings, with many reviewers noting they cried tears of joy while playing. Despite some gameplay frustrations, the overall emotional impact and sense of immersion have left a lasting impression on fans, making it a standout experience in the racing genre.
- “I was emotional when I finished the game, loved the homage to Midnight Cinderella. You guys really knew what you were doing when you made this and put the die-hard fans like me first. TXR 2 honestly is my favorite out of all of them, but this game's close to taking that crown. It felt modern; I'd like to say a reboot of an awesome racing series!”
- “To be bluntly honest, I'm still baffled that we get to have a new TXR in the year 2025. The first time I booted up the game and started listening to the various remixed menu themes, I cried tears of joy from nostalgia.”
- “As a huge Tokyo Xtreme Racer fan myself, I cried tears of joy and gave a standing ovation after my first 7+ hours of racing on the highway!”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is criticized for its lack of depth, with users noting the one-dimensional character design and absence of voiced lines. Many express a desire for more engaging backstories and world-building to enhance the characters' appeal, suggesting that the current design feels uninspired and disconnected. Overall, while some appreciate the unique silhouette style, there is a strong call for more vibrant and fleshed-out character portrayals.
- “A more enticing story, explaining the racers, the history, world building, and character development, etc.”
- “10/10 character development”
- “The character design is boring and one-dimensional, with characters having no actual voice lines and names that often make little sense when translated.”
- “I would have loved voiced lines and some proper animation and character design, but oh well.”
- “A more enticing story is needed, explaining the racers, their history, world-building, and character development.”

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