Underplayed Gems

Jak X: Combat Racing (2005)

Jak X: Combat Racing cover
Developer
Naughty Dog
Publisher
Sony Computer Entertainment, Sony Interactive Entertainment
Platforms
PlayStation 4, PlayStation 2
Genres
Racing
Rating
3.8 of 5, 45 player ratings
Where to get it
PlayStation Store

How it feels

A loud, weapon-fueled racing brawl that keeps the throttle pinned with chaotic combat and a breezy sci-fi attitude.

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About

After saving Haven City once again, Jak and Daxter find themselves poisoned forced into competition on the international car-racing circuit by the execution of Krew's will. Featuring over a dozen customizable vehicles designed with unique handling characteristics, players will race their whip through 20 tracks in eight different terrain arenas. With an assortment of power-ups available, including projectile weapons, mines, ranged weapons, turbo boosts, shields, and smart bombs, players should have the means necessary to ensure they're the first to cross the finish line. The game supports both offline and online multiplayer. Offline multiplayer is the typical two-player split-screen multiplayer. Online multiplayer is playable with up to five other players. Both modes feature the same game types, which are the same as the single player except that human players are replacing the AI.

What players say

A breezy arcade combat-racer spinoff with fast races, slick visuals, and series humor that fans of Jak enjoy, but it is widely seen as repetitive and unoriginal. Generally regarded as fun-but-minor rather than a standout.

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