XF Extreme Formula

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XF Extreme Formula is a single player and multiplayer arcade racing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Feperd Games and was released on June 11, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

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gameplay22 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

Exceptional sense of speed that closely captures the exhilarating high-velocity feeling reminiscent of F-Zero GX, with dynamic boosting mechanics rewarding skillful play.
Diverse and creatively designed tracks featuring unique environments, including zero-gravity space sections, which provide satisfying challenges and visual appeal.
Polished controls with precise handling including strafing and overboost mechanics that create a high skill ceiling and rewarding mastery.
Outstanding soundtrack and sound design that greatly enhances the racing experience and immersion.
Robust content for an early access title, including multiple vehicles, 39 tracks, local split-screen multiplayer, and a promising story mode with additional gameplay variety such as action-platforming segments.

Mandatory lengthy and repetitive tutorial and proving grounds before access to core game modes can feel tedious and off-putting to some players.
AI behavior is inconsistent with frustrating rubberbanding and unpredictable difficulty spikes, detracting from competitive racing enjoyment.
Certain track designs have problematic turns, unclear visual cues, or require frequent braking which interrupts momentum and the flow of racing.
Performance issues observed on some platforms such as Steam Deck and occasional technical glitches including camera stutters and rare vehicle teleportation.
Limited keybind customization, especially for controllers, leading to discomfort for some players during prolonged play sessions.

gameplay
107 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
76%
3%
The gameplay in "XF Extreme Formula" is praised for its fast-paced, exhilarating racing mechanics that blend classic anti-gravity racer influences with unique features like an oxygen-based overboost system and diverse track designs. While the core mechanics are tight, responsive, and rewarding to master, some players note areas for improvement, such as fine-tuning boost management and controls. Overall, the gameplay offers a deep, strategic, and thrilling racing experience that stands out in the futuristic racing genre.
- “I adore the mechanics in this game, more specifically the overboost mechanic, as it is such a great way to additionally reward good driving and boost usage.”
- “The training courses are actually well done, and really push the limits of your understanding of the race mechanics, as the silver is effectively the "good, but there's room for improvement" rank, whereas gold represents mastery.”
- “With its strong mechanical core and clear design vision, it stands as one of the most promising entries in the futuristic racing space, especially for players who value mastery over convenience.”
- “What about basic acceleration? Why does the game constantly oscillate between fast and slow for the sake of turns or when bumped by another vehicle? Just turn it into a drifting mechanic and suddenly you're back in business.”
- “My only criticisms lie in the overboosting mechanic and its unreliability. You use too much boost and overboost drops too steeply to make consistent use of the mechanic. Nothing wrong with the mechanic itself but it needs further adjusting.”
- “The brake mechanic for tight turns sucks and disrupts the flow of the game.”
music
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
30%
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The music in the game is widely praised as an exceptional, adrenaline-pumping soundtrack that perfectly complements the high-speed, intense racing experience. Featuring energetic electronic, synth-driven, and techno tracks, the soundtrack is considered one of the best in the genre, often described as memorable and captivating enough to stand as a playlist on its own. Players appreciate its ability to heighten excitement without distraction, with many hoping for more tracks and an official soundtrack release.
- “The music is an absolute masterpiece, one of the best soundtracks I've ever heard, truly life-changing.”
- “The soundtrack is a perfect match for the fast-paced action, featuring energetic, memorable tracks that elevate the overall experience and feel like a medley of X / GX and GP-Legends.”
- “With a soundtrack I can only describe as cathartic when combined with the sheer velocity you can reach, it truly is an experience worth your money.”
- “I very much hope to see more tracks added and music too, as some songs seem to repeat. Regardless, the music is adrenaline-filled, blending perfectly with the hyper-fast gameplay and the thrill of zero-g racing.”
- “Some of the music mixing could feel more impactful to match the intensity of the gameplay.”
- “I need the music louder but otherwise, this is already so beautiful.”
story
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
80%
5%
The story mode is praised for its interesting characters, world-building, and its role in enriching the game’s identity, though it is still incomplete and considered rough around the edges since the game is in early access. Players appreciate the blend of racing and action platforming within the story, as well as the variety of content and upgrades it offers, but some find pacing and certain gameplay elements in the story mode frustrating or underdeveloped. Overall, the story is seen as a promising addition that adds personality and depth, with anticipation high for its full release.
- “I love all the characters too, it's such a wacky and weird cast similar to that of F-Zero's, and the story is just as geeked, in the best way possible.”
- “While the story mode still has some quirks to work out, what's there is solid, varied, fun, and promising.”
- “The story mode is pretty interesting too, I think it rounds out the whole game nicely.”
- “The story mode takes a long time to throw you into an actual race.”
- “But I can't help but feel like the story mode is a huge waste.”
- “And, the story mode races and tracks are really easy and one dimensional.”
graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
44%
7%
The game's graphics are praised for their clean, vibrant sci-fi aesthetic, colorful visuals, and detailed track and vehicle designs reminiscent of classic futuristic racers. While performance can require tweaking settings for smooth play, especially on less powerful hardware, the visuals are generally stunning with sharp detail and a strong sense of speed, though some users note occasional UI and graphical optimization issues. Overall, the graphics complement the game's fast-paced nature and nostalgic vibe, contributing significantly to its appeal despite being an early access title.
- “Visually, XF Extreme Formula adopts a clean and vibrant sci-fi aesthetic that prioritizes readability at extreme speeds.”
- “Extreme Formula impresses with sharp visuals and an ultra-smooth experience, supporting 8K resolution and unbound framerates.”
- “The graphics for the game are really nice and colorful, and the track designs look like they came from an F-Zero game.”
- “General bugs: there's a weird issue with the graphics menu.”
- “As someone who isn't quite as privy to the deeper mechanics of racing games in this vein but very privy to UX and 3D visuals, the few gripes I do have are mostly related to the currently lackluster UI and a few material/graphical choices as well as optimization, but I'm hopeful most of these concerns will be addressed, polished up, and refined once the game is out of early access.”
- “Also because the visuals are pretty high fidelity, it can be hard to recognize obstacles in certain stages.”
optimization
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is currently inconsistent, with some users experiencing poor performance and stuttering even on low settings, particularly on the Steam Deck, while others report smooth gameplay on mid to low-end PCs. Resolution scaling options are limited, and performance dips during intense graphical effects are noted. Overall, optimization improvements are anticipated post-early access to deliver a more stable and polished experience.
- “Performance is fantastic; I only wish it included resolution scaling above 1.0x as I can't seem to set the resolution higher than native even with DSR enabled, and I'm sure I could run this game at 4K no problem.”
- “Also, it runs on a GT 730 just fine, so it's really well optimized.”
- “It does seem to have some optimization issues at the moment, but personally I was able to run it smoothly with no problem.”
- “Unfortunately, performance on Steam Deck is not good, at least not good enough for how the game looks.”
- “It just isn't optimized well enough to stay at 30 fps stable, even on lowest settings—at least for me.”
- “There are still a couple downsides however; the game's performance is questionable at times and demanding in general, though there are options to make it playable if it lags too much for me; seeing this get Steam Deck verified is improbable if this remains.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Stability is generally solid, with smooth performance even on the Steam Deck when graphics settings are lowered. However, users report occasional minor visual glitches during intro sequences and some buggy behavior depending on car choice and boost usage. Overall, the game runs well and offers a strong sensation of speed.
- “The game runs great, including on the Steam Deck, though you may need to lower the graphics settings.”
- “Game runs great and plays great with an amazing soundtrack, delivering probably the strongest sensation of speed I've ever felt in a game.”
- “It's shaped like the Daytona 500, but the reason it's buggy is that, depending on the car you use and how you use your boost, stability varies significantly.”
- “Occasionally, there are minor visual glitches during intro sequences.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere in the game is richly detailed, featuring dynamic elements like heat effects and complex environmental gauges. Players appreciate the immersive cityscapes and track designs that effectively utilize atmospheric conditions to enhance gameplay. However, some wish for deeper integration of multiplayer features alongside environmental mechanics for added depth.
- “Giant atmosphere-breaking loops and corkscrews that weave in and out of massive city geometry.”
- “If you are going very fast within an atmosphere, your ship even starts to glow bright yellow, indicating the heat.”
- “I thought I was going to be disappointed by track design from the original demo, but fears were quickly gone seeing not only the fun designs but the great atmospheres that make up the game.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the grinding in the game to be somewhat mandatory, especially in tutorials and higher difficulty GP cups, which can slow down progress. However, the initial grinding helps players get accustomed to responsive physics and controls.
- “Grinding your craft to a complete halt.”
- “And if I wanted to try another vehicle, I'd have to complete GP cups on higher difficulties after grinding tutorials to unlock more content.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is highlighted through amusing character designs, such as the funny-looking shell, and unexpected, comical racing moments caused by quirky AI behaviors and challenging track hazards. These elements create humorous and memorable gameplay experiences despite their frustrating nature.
- “I like Shell's face; it looks funny.”
- “Speaking of tracks, the rival racers in this game have some very weird rubberbanding. They can follow right behind you even after you use some sick shortcuts, but they all slow down during the final lap for a dramatic finish. This sometimes results in hilarious moments, like once when I crashed through a pile of them that suddenly halted before the finish line.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization approach ties closely to the game's immersive universe, expanding from in-game advertisements to a fully developed early access title that successfully generates excitement reminiscent of classic racing games like F-Zero.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight a primarily mechanical focus in the game, with limited emphasis on emotional engagement. While racing mechanics are detailed and central, emotional depth and narrative impact receive minimal attention.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers good replayability with well-balanced difficulty settings that enhance the experience for multiple playthroughs.
- “It's pretty replayable, and the difficulty settings feel scaled well.”

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XF Extreme Formula is a arcade racing game with science fiction theme.

XF Extreme Formula is available on PC and Windows.

XF Extreme Formula was released on June 11, 2024.

XF Extreme Formula was developed by Feperd Games.

XF Extreme Formula has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

XF Extreme Formula is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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