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Star Wars: Galactic Racer Previewed at Summer Game Fest 2026 with Hands-On Impressions

Multiple outlets got hands-on time with Star Wars: Galactic Racer at Summer Game Fest 2026, developed by Fuse Games. The game is set after the events of Return of the Jedi and blends a story-driven campaign, arcade racing, and roguelike elements with physics-based destructible environments and deep speeder customization. Creative director Kieran Crimmins highlighted trillions of possible vehicle combinations and a focus on high-speed, high-stakes racing.

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Kotaku was highly enthusiastic calling it a blowaway experience, while Rock Paper Shotgun noted the roguelike mode feels more tuned for pace-focused players, suggesting a somewhat more measured take.

What we know

  • Star Wars: Galactic Racer is developed by Fuse Games and previewed at Summer Game Fest 2026
  • Set after Return of the Jedi, players take the role of a mysterious racer entering unsanctioned races
  • The game combines story-driven adventure, classic arcade racing, and roguelike gauntlet modes
  • Physics-based destructive technology and speeder customization are key technical highlights
  • Creative director Kieran Crimmins says speeder build combinations number in the trillions

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