Fit check
Is First Racer worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Arcade racing fans who want car upgrades and visual customization
- Players seeking separate racing, drifting, and off-road events
- Friends who want to race together rather than play only solo
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking a simulation-focused driving experience rather than fast arcade races
- Players wanting story progression or activities beyond racing, drifting, and car customization
- Players using racing wheels from manufacturers other than FANATEC, since only the FANATEC CSL Elite PS4 is specifically supported
Our take on First Racer
The arcade format trades detailed driving simulation for quick races and varied event types. Car tuning affects handling, speed, and acceleration, but the game’s focus remains on accessible competition rather than a broader motorsport management or narrative structure.
What is First Racer?
First Racer is an arcade racing game with car selection, performance upgrades, tuning options, and cosmetic changes such as colors, stickers, and wheels.
Races take place on tracks or in city environments, while drifting events score speed, angle, and style. Off-road events use rough terrain, including dirt and gravel roads, and focus on driving speed, maneuverability, and vehicle durability. The game supports solo and multiplayer racing, with gamepad controls and support for the FANATEC CSL Elite PS4 racing wheel. Players can progress from city cars to high-speed supercars while adjusting handling, speed, and acceleration to match a preferred racing style.
How First Racer plays
- 01Car Customization
- Performance settings affect handling, speed, and acceleration, while visual options include colors, stickers, and wheels.
- 02Drifting Events
- Drift scores are based on speed, angle, and style while maintaining control through corners.
- 03Off-Road Races
- Races use unpaved terrain such as dirt or gravel and emphasize maneuverability and vehicle durability.
- 04Wheel Support
- The game supports the FANATEC CSL Elite PS4 racing wheel and gamepad controls.
First Racer compared to similar games
First Racer combines standard racing, drifting, and off-road events with car performance tuning and cosmetic changes. Absolute Drift focuses on drifting across 34 tracks, while KartKraft centers on karting. Circuit Superstars presents top-down racing with a motorsport focus, rather than First Racer’s behind-the-wheel car customization.
First Racer: platforms & release
Is First Racer worth it?
It is worth it if: arcade racing fans who want car upgrades and visual customization. Skip it if: players seeking a simulation-focused driving experience rather than fast arcade races.
Where can I download First Racer?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens First Racer's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is First Racer on?
Windows only.
