Arcade racing games are a subgenre of racing video games that emphasize fast-paced, over-the-top gameplay and often feature exaggerated physics and colorful graphics. They are designed to provide a thrilling and accessible racing experience, often with a focus on drifting, stunts, and power-ups.
Arcade racing games have been popular since the early days of video gaming, with classics such as “Out Run” (1986) and “Ridge Racer” (1993) helping to define the genre. Today, arcade racing games continue to be popular on a wide range of platforms, from consoles and PCs to mobile devices.