Best Racing Games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated racing games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free racing games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Need for Speed™ Heat
Hustle by day and risk it all at night in Need for Speed™ Heat Deluxe Edition, a white-knuckle street racer, where the lines of the law fade as the sun starts to set.
Burnout™ Paradise Remastered
Burnout Paradise Remastered provides the ultimate driving playground for you and your friends to play online. This remaster includes all add-ons from the Year of Paradise, including the Big Surf Island update, meticulously recreated and ready to wreck in 4K.
Need for Speed™ Rivals
Erase the line between single player and multiplayer in this street-racing rivalry between Cops and Racers. Seamlessly join a world where your friends are already racing and chasing.
Need for Speed™
Ready to own the streets? Get behind the wheel of iconic cars and floor it through Ventura Bay, a sprawling urban playground. Explore overlapping stories as you build your reputation – and your dream car – and become the ultimate racing icon.
MotoGP™20
This year, experience all the thrills of the more-complete-than-ever Managerial Career mode and enjoy new technical improvements and graphics. Customize your bike and suit! Compete against the MotoGP™ legends or challenge your friends online!
TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 2
Racing across an over 60 km long ultra-technical track at breakneck speed requiring realistic riding skills... that is the challenge that awaits in TT2! Lots of new features lie ahead: open world, reworked physics, classic motorbikes, and more…
CAR TUNE: Project
Car Tune: Project is a dynamic game in which the player takes on the role of a car mechanic. The goal of the game is to tune, modify, and improve the performance of cars. An extensive tuning system and realistic driving physics provide a great experience for automotive enthusiasts.
DCL - The Game
DCL - The Game is the official videogame of the Drone Champions League - the world’s leading series for Drone Racing Teams. Fly the original tracks from DCL and experience Drone Racing like a professional pilot. Join the flying revolution!
Drift Of The Hill
In DOTH you will have to master the art of drifting in the mountain passes!
Offroad Mania
Offroad Mania — off-road 4x4 driving simulator based on realistic car physics. Modes: Classic (240 levels), Free Roam, Racing, Endless, Winter (rocks, mud, snow, water, logs, trees, bridges, ramps). Vehicles: 10+ amazing 4×4 cars for your driving fun. Free updates!
Monster Energy Supercross - The Official Videogame 3
New ground and in-air physics, new rider models and new animations will create a more immersive experience and enable you to enjoy the Supercross world at its best!
Project Torque - Free 2 Play MMO Racing Game
Classic Free to Play MMO Racer from the late 2000s is coming back online with all your favourite game modes like Sim, Drift, Drag, CTF and Thunder Alley.
GENSOU Skydrift
Finally, a Touhou Project racing game! Race down courses set in the magical land of Gensokyo! Use the tag system to swap rider and board! Lots of spell cards and Last Words! Features online VS mode and multiplayer. You can check records and win rates after races. Get a move on and get racing!
Endless World Idle RPG
Explore the eternal landscapes of 3D Idle clicker RPG Endless World! Enjoy an epic adventure with a cast of 40+ characters. Build your army, craft unique weapons, balance your teams and set forth on an heroic saga that spans endless levels of monsters and mayhem!
Réussir : Code de la Route - Nouvelle Édition (French Highway Code)
Practice for your driving test and challenge your friends! Discover the best way to learn the French Highway Code! Prepare for the exam, test your knowledge and challenge your friends in exclusive mini-games. Your future driving license is right around the corner!
Biker Garage: Mechanic Simulator
Become an ace motorcycle mechanic. Buy used motorcycles, repair, and sell them for a profit. Work with 15 types of motorbikes. Develop a workshop and attract as many customers as you can. Customize bikes or create your own dream bike from hundreds of available parts.
Tracks - The Train Set Game
Jump into the ultimate toy sandbox and build the train set of your dreams! Create colourful railway systems, decorate beautiful towns, transport commuting passengers, and even ride your train in first-person.
Marbles on Stream
Marbles on Stream is a Marble Racing game for EVERYONE! You can simulate races yourself or stream it on Twitch.tv with your viewers! Many features in game to help interact with your viewers and engage with them in unique ways. 3 ways to play! Download and stream! Download the MoS app on your mobile device! Get on Twitch.
Garfield Kart - Furious Racing
Garfield, the famous lasagna-loving cat is back to take on Jon, Odie and company in a no-holds-barred racing game!
Barro 2020
Try not to fall!
Lonely Mountains: Downhill
Just you and your bike - take it on a thrilling ride down an unspoiled mountain landscape. Make your way through thick forests, narrow trails and wild rivers. Race, jump, slide and try not to crash - all the way from the peak to the valley!
Most played racing games on Steam
Take a look at the top racing games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Forza Horizon 5
Explore the vibrant open world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in the world’s greatest cars. Forza Horizon 5 is a racing, open world and driving game developed by Playground Games and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on November 08th 2021 has received 225,629 reviews of which 199,950 were positive and 25,679 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played racing game, thanks to its 13,502 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.8
199,950
25,679
13,502
players
2. Assetto Corsa
Assetto Corsa v1.16 introduces the new "Laguna Seca" laser-scanned track, 7 new cars among which the eagerly awaited Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio! Check the changelog for further info! Assetto Corsa is a racing, automobile sim and simulation game developed and published by Kunos Simulazioni. Released on December 19th 2014 has received 151,391 reviews of which 140,238 were positive and 11,153 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. While seeing 11,196 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among racing games based on player count.
9.2
140,238
11,153
11,196
players
3. F1® 25
Leave your mark on the world of racing in F1® 25, the official video game of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship™, featuring a revamped My Team mode, the thrilling third chapter of Braking Point, and more! F1® 25 is a racing, sports and simulation game developed by Codemasters and published by Electronic Arts. Released on May 30th 2025 has received 2,088 reviews of which 1,853 were positive and 235 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. While seeing 5,383 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among racing games based on player count.
8.5
1,853
235
5,383
players
4. Stumble Guys
Ready for the chaos? Stumble Guys is a 32-player, fast-paced multiplayer party royale where players dash, jump, and fall across hilarious obstacle courses in a fun race to be the last one standing. Stumble Guys is a free to play, battle royale and multiplayer game developed and published by Scopely. Released on October 07th 2021 has received 128,011 reviews of which 108,841 were positive and 19,170 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 3,386 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played racing games.
8.4
108,841
19,170
3,386
players
5. Le Mans Ultimate
Le Mans is a continually evolving story... powered by emotion, speed and glory. Le Mans Ultimate - the official game of the FIA World Endurance Championship and 24 Hours of Le Mans. Le Mans Ultimate is a racing, automobile sim and driving game developed and published by Studio 397. Released on February 20th 2024 has received 7,423 reviews of which 5,903 were positive and 1,520 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 2,686 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played racing games.
7.8
5,903
1,520
2,686
players
6. Assetto Corsa Competizione
Assetto Corsa Competizione, the official GT World Challenge videogame. Thanks to the extraordinary quality of simulation, you will experience the atmosphere of the GT3 championship. Compete against official drivers, teams, cars and official circuits reproduced to the highest quality ever seen. Assetto Corsa Competizione is a racing, automobile sim and simulation game developed by Kunos Simulazioni and published by 505 Games. Released on May 29th 2019 has received 38,943 reviews of which 36,035 were positive and 2,908 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 2,651 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played racing games.
9.1
36,035
2,908
2,651
players
7. F1® 24
Join the grid and Be One of the 20. Drive like the greatest in EA SPORTS™ F1® 24, the official video game of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship™. F1® 24 is a racing, driving and sports game developed by Codemasters and published by Electronic Arts. Released on May 31st 2024 has received 16,196 reviews of which 11,826 were positive and 4,370 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 2,182 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played racing games.
7.2
11,826
4,370
2,182
players
8. CarX Drift Racing Online
CarX Drift Racing Online is your chance to immerse yourself in the real world of drifting. Get together with friends, tune your car and burn some tires! CarX Drift Racing Online is a racing, physics and simulation game developed and published by CarX Technologies and LLC. Released on November 17th 2017 has received 83,416 reviews of which 79,504 were positive and 3,912 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 1,826 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played racing games.
9.4
79,504
3,912
1,826
players
9. Need for Speed™ Heat
Hustle by day and risk it all at night in Need for Speed™ Heat Deluxe Edition, a white-knuckle street racer, where the lines of the law fade as the sun starts to set. Need for Speed™ Heat is a racing, open world and multiplayer game developed by Ghost Games and published by Electronic Arts. Released on June 04th 2020 has received 132,855 reviews of which 111,482 were positive and 21,373 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 1,687 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played racing games.
8.3
111,482
21,373
1,687
players
10. Trackmania
Welcome to the Club! Grab the wheel and play Trackmania® for FREE now. Trackmania is a racing, esports and multiplayer game developed by Nadeo and published by Ubisoft. Released on February 02nd 2023 has received 16,131 reviews of which 12,456 were positive and 3,675 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 1,617 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played racing games.
7.6
12,456
3,675
1,617
players
Best deals on racing games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of racing games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted racing games.
1. FlatOut 2
Experience the drive of your life as you throw yourself around on and off the track causing fences to shatter, tyre walls explode, water tanks and barrels fly across the track into other cars. FlatOut 2 is a racing, combat racing and multiplayer game developed by Bugbear Entertainment, ZOOM Platform Media and Jordan Freeman Group and published by Strategy First. Released on December 21st 2006 has received 18,660 reviews of which 17,923 were positive and 737 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for racing category.
9.4
17,923
737
-99%
39.99€
0.53€
2. Nippon Marathon
Crazy, physics-driven, four-player marathon across Japan. Combining classic racers like Micro Machines and the insanity of TV's Takeshi's Castle, smash through offices and shopping malls and hurl fruit at your opponents in a party game unlike anything you've played before! Nippon Marathon is a sports, indie and racing game developed by Onion Soup Interactive and published by PQube. Released on December 17th 2018 has received 337 reviews of which 306 were positive and 31 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in racing games.
8.4
306
31
-99%
14.99€
0.23€
3. T.E.C. 3001
Run, Rush, Haste, Burst Speed has never been pushed this far. Jump, Charge, Dodge, Slide You just slipped and got crushed! You can’t handle T.E.C 3001 yet… Try again until speed holds no secrets for you. T.E.C. 3001 is a indie, racing and action game developed by Phoenix Game Studio and published by BulkyPix. Released on April 11th 2014 has received 393 reviews of which 352 were positive and 41 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in racing games.
8.3
352
41
-99%
92.00€
0.92€
4. NASCAR Heat 4
NASCAR Heat 4 is the official video game of NASCAR. Looking and sounding better than ever with updated user interface, graphics and engine audio, race across 38 tracks in all three NASCAR National Series plus the fan-favorite Xtreme Dirt Tour. NASCAR Heat 4 is a racing, automobile sim and simulation game developed by Monster Games and published by 704 Games Company. Released on September 13th 2019 has received 1,722 reviews of which 1,405 were positive and 317 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for racing games.
7.8
1,405
317
-99%
103.00€
1.03€
5. V-Rally 4
The return of a legendary off-road racing game! Enjoy an extreme experience while becoming an expert in a demanding simulation. Take on the challenges of rallies, rallycross, drifts, buggies and hill climbs, and set off on a spectacular journey across every continent. V-Rally 4 is a racing, automobile sim and offroad game developed by KT Racing and published by Nacon. Released on September 25th 2018 has received 1,116 reviews of which 747 were positive and 369 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for racing games.
6.5
747
369
-99%
29.99€
0.56€
6. FIA European Truck Racing Championship
The only official simulation that features all the unique characteristics of the ETRC and offers all racing fans a completely new driving experience: race a giant 5-tonne, 1,000-horsepower truck against 12 competitors while respecting the race rules to avoid penalties. FIA European Truck Racing Championship is a simulation, racing and sports game developed by N-RACING and published by Nacon. Released on July 18th 2019 has received 381 reviews of which 251 were positive and 130 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for racing games.
6.3
251
130
-99%
29.99€
0.49€
7. Automobilista
AUTOMOBILISTA places you in the driving seat of an advanced racing simulator, featuring elite brazilian racing series along with a wide range of racing vehicles and international tracks for a uniquely diverse motorsports experience. Automobilista is a racing, simulation and automobile sim game developed and published by Reiza Studios. Released on August 24th 2016 has received 2,432 reviews of which 2,190 were positive and 242 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for racing games.
8.6
2,190
242
-98%
23.99€
0.51€
8. Gas Guzzlers Extreme
Gas Guzzlers Extreme is a fast, furious, armed-to-the-teeth, trigger-happy shooter, shifted into top gear! Take a white knuckle ride in this crazily addictive combat racing game. Gas Guzzlers Extreme is a combat racing, vehicular combat and racing game developed by Gamepires and published by Jagex Ltd. Released on October 08th 2013 has received 3,999 reviews of which 3,444 were positive and 555 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for racing games.
8.3
3,444
555
-98%
24.50€
0.70€
9. GRIP: Combat Racing
GRIP is a high octane, hardcore combat racer, packing ferocious speed and armed to the teeth with heavy weapons. Inspired by games like Rollcage, Wipeout, Motorstorm and Star Wars Podracer, it's like nothing you've ever played before. GRIP: Combat Racing is a racing, action and indie game developed by Caged Element Inc. and published by Wired Productions. Released on November 06th 2018 has received 4,794 reviews of which 4,071 were positive and 723 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for racing games.
8.2
4,071
723
-98%
29.99€
0.88€
10. DEPLOYMENT
Deployment is an intense competitive top-down shooter game. Infosoldiers, made of pure information, fight in an endless war between governments and megacorporations to rule over the digital systems that control the world. Deploy your troops from up to five different classes! DEPLOYMENT is a action, racing and multiplayer game developed and published by Whale Rock Games. Released on April 10th 2018 has received 793 reviews of which 639 were positive and 154 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for racing games.
7.7
639
154
-98%
39.99€
1.00€
Free racing games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play racing games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play racing games.
1. Stumble Guys
Ready for the chaos? Stumble Guys is a 32-player, fast-paced multiplayer party royale where players dash, jump, and fall across hilarious obstacle courses in a fun race to be the last one standing. Stumble Guys is a free to play, battle royale and multiplayer game developed and published by Scopely. Released on October 07th 2021 has received 128,011 reviews of which 108,841 were positive and 19,170 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 3,386 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free racing games on Steam.
8.4
108,841
19,170
3,386
players
2. Trackmania
Welcome to the Club! Grab the wheel and play Trackmania® for FREE now. Trackmania is a racing, esports and multiplayer game developed by Nadeo and published by Ubisoft. Released on February 02nd 2023 has received 16,131 reviews of which 12,456 were positive and 3,675 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 1,617, this racing game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free racing games on Steam.
7.6
12,456
3,675
1,617
players
3. Asphalt Legends Unite
Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends UNITE and feel the collective heartbeat of the road! Join forces with other players to speed through intense arcade races, perform jaw-dropping stunts, and charge towards victory while driving the finest hypercars! Asphalt Legends Unite is a racing, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by Gameloft. Released on August 02nd 2022 has received 13,736 reviews of which 11,192 were positive and 2,544 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 1,019, this racing game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free racing games on Steam.
8.0
11,192
2,544
1,019
players
4. RaceRoom Racing Experience
RaceRoom is the premier free-to-play racing simulation on PC and home to official race series like DTM, WTCR, the WTCC and ADAC GT Masters. Enter RaceRoom and enter the world of a professional race car driver. RaceRoom Racing Experience is a free to play, racing and automobile sim game developed by KW Studios and published by KW Studios and RaceRoom Entertainment AG. Released on February 12th 2013 has received 23,618 reviews of which 17,812 were positive and 5,806 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 585 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free racing games on Steam.
7.4
17,812
5,806
585
players
5. Cube Racer
Cube Racer is a round based multiplayer racing game with cubes. Every round, all players race against each other to the finish line. Before every round, the players get to build one or more obstacles on the map. In the next round, all players have to pass all the obstacles, which have been built yet. Cube Racer is a indie, action and casual game developed and published by Simon Blasen. Released on October 30th 2017 has received 1,980 reviews of which 1,791 were positive and 189 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 256 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free racing games on Steam.
8.6
1,791
189
256
players
6. Marbles on Stream
Marbles on Stream is a Marble Racing game for EVERYONE! You can simulate races yourself or stream it on Twitch.tv with your viewers! Many features in game to help interact with your viewers and engage with them in unique ways. 3 ways to play! Download and stream! Download the MoS app on your mobile device! Get on Twitch. Marbles on Stream is a free to play, racing and massively multiplayer game developed and published by Pixel by Pixel Studios Inc.. Released on November 06th 2019 has received 2,094 reviews of which 1,810 were positive and 284 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 211 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free racing games on Steam.
8.3
1,810
284
211
players
7. TrackMania Nations Forever
A free game in the truest sense of the word, TrackMania Nations Forever lets you drive at mind-blowing speeds on fun and spectacular tracks in solo and multiplayer modes.TrackMania Nations Forever offers a new "Forever" version of the Stadium environment, a solid solo mode and 65 brand new, progressively challenging tracks. TrackMania Nations Forever is a racing, free to play and multiplayer game developed by Nadeo and published by Ubisoft. Released on April 16th 2008 has received 23,603 reviews of which 21,244 were positive and 2,359 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 166 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free racing games on Steam.
8.8
21,244
2,359
166
players
8. Screw Drivers
Crazy physics and high-speed races! Craft vehicles cleverly by combining building blocks and mechanical parts to create powerful drivetrains. Unlock new parts, race for the gold, and challenge your friends in multiplayer. Screw Drivers is a automobile sim, free to play and physics game developed by Creactstudios and published by Headup. Released on June 20th 2024 has received 4,129 reviews of which 3,565 were positive and 564 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 157 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free racing games on Steam.
8.3
3,565
564
157
players
9. Torque Drift
Build your car, earn sponsors, and compete in online multiplayer drift battles! Torque Drift is a free to play, racing and multiplayer game developed and published by Grease Monkey Games. Released on April 20th 2021 has received 12,126 reviews of which 9,259 were positive and 2,867 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 108 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free racing games on Steam.
7.5
9,259
2,867
108
players
10. FPV SkyDive : FPV Drone Simulator
FPV SkyDive is a free-to-play realistic drone racing and freestyle simulator. Feel the adrenaline of high speed first-person view drone racing in single-player or multi-player scenarios. The future is now, become an FPV pilot today! FPV SkyDive : FPV Drone Simulator is a flight, exploration and racing game developed and published by ORQA. Released on May 31st 2021 has received 2,180 reviews of which 1,796 were positive and 384 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free racing games on Steam.
7.9
1,796
384
93
players