Underplayed Gems

Smells Like Burnt Rubber (2023)

Smells Like Burnt Rubber cover
Developer
Super Laser Freunde
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie, Racing
Rating
4.9 of 5, 47 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A chaotic arcade racer that prioritises easy pick-up-and-play thrills with friends, encouraging competitive crashing and playful neglect of responsibilities.

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What players say

Players praise the arcade racing as a fun couch co-op experience that mixes Micro Machines with Mario Kart. The soundtrack is a standout, and the game runs well even on older laptops. However, online multiplayer is nearly empty, and single-player content is thin.

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