The Best Racing Games for Linux

Update : Wheelie King 7 added at rank #21.
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GRID Autosport (2014)

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Android IOS iPhone Xbox 360 PC Windows Mac OS Linux Playstation 3 Nintendo Switch

Ignite your high-speed career as a pro-racer in GRID Autosport, engineered to deliver an irresistible mix of simulation handling and arcade thrills. Compete across Open-Wheel, Tuner, Touring, Endurance, Demolition, Drift, Drag and Street Races.


  • racing
  • simulation
  • driving

2

Distance (2018)

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Mac OS Playstation 5 j Playstation 4 PC Windows Linux Android

Distance is an atmospheric racing platformer. Fusing futuristic arcade racing with parkour, survive a deadly, mysterious, neon-drenched city by jumping, rotating, and flying.


  • racing
  • disney
  • editor
  • level
  • action
  • futuristic
  • rpg
  • boss-fight
  • multiplayer
  • retrospective
  • split-screen
  • fast-paced
  • boss
  • cyberpunk
  • atmospheric

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Ultimate Racing 2D 2 (2021)

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Nintendo Switch Linux Mac OS PC Windows Android

The ultimate top-down racing game is back! Ultimate Racing 2D 2 includes new cars, new tracks, car/track editor, time-trial mode, improved online multiplayer and career mode, new settings and more.

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  • racing
  • top-down
  • auto
  • multiplayer
  • 1990s
  • asynchronous
  • simulation
  • split-screen
  • driving
  • local
  • retro
  • crafting
  • 2d
  • arcade

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Descenders (2019)

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Descenders is a high-octane downhill biking game that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With procedurally generated tracks, realistic physics, and a killer soundtrack, you'll find yourself immersed in the thrilling world of extreme sports. Customize your bike, show off your tricks, and compete to become a legendary Descender.


What we like:
  • Thrilling and realistic gameplay
  • Procedurally generated tracks for endless fun
  • Customizable bikes and characters
  • Supports co-op play
  • Captivating soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Unintuitive default keybinds
  • Reliance on random track generation can lead to frustration
  • Forced losses in gameplay can feel unfair

  • sport
  • rogue-like
  • cycling
  • racing
  • bikes
  • procedural
  • multiplayer
  • drum
  • fast-paced
  • boss
  • twin-stick

5

Horizon Chase Turbo (2018)

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Thrilling arcade racing game, inspired by the super-fun-straight-to-the-point classic racing games from the 90s.


  • racing
  • retro
  • arcade

6

Super Arcade Racing (2019)

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Linux IOS iPhone Xbox One Mac OS Playstation 4 Android PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Super Arcade Racing is a retro-inspired racing game with an intriguing story, online and local multiplayer, more than 80 unique tracks, and full car customisation.

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  • racing
  • multiplayer
  • top-down
  • pixel
  • cross-platform
  • sport
  • retro
  • online
  • pixel-drawn
  • mystery
  • local
  • four-player

7

Minit Fun Racer (2021)

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Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 PC Windows Mac OS Linux

Buckle up: Minit Fun Racer is a peculiar little racing game with 100% of developer and Devolver's proceeds going directly to charity. Forever.

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  • racing
  • bikes
  • auto
  • collectathon
  • motocross
  • scroller
  • action-adventure
  • minimalist
  • family-friendly
  • arcade
  • pixel
  • 2d
  • driving
  • simulation

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ExoCross (2024)

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ExoCross is an offroad racing game introducing 4CPT vehicle physics (4-way contact patch traction technology). A soft-body tire model allows for competitive time attack and multiplayer wheel to wheel racing.

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  • off-road
  • racing
  • auto
  • simulation
  • driving
  • physics
  • split-screen

9

Motorsport Manager Racing (2020)

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Android IOS iPhone PC Windows Mac OS Linux Nintendo Switch

Motorsport Manager is an exciting racing game that lets you become a team manager, where every split-second decision counts. From hiring drivers to customizing cars and devising race tactics, every decision could make or break your team. With dynamic weather and in-game graphics, every race is a thrill, and you will have to make smart decisions to stay competitive. Do you have what it takes to manage and lead your team to victory?

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What we like:
  • Fun gameplay
  • Realistic management mechanics
  • User-friendly interface
  • Exciting racing experience
  • Plenty of customization options
What could be improved:
  • Steep learning curve
  • Inconsistent winning outcomes
  • Frustrating car setup
  • Lengthy races
  • No real-time multiplayer

  • racing
  • management
  • simulation
  • sport
  • 10-person
  • strategy
  • driving

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Road Redemption (2017)

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Road Redemption lets you lead a biker gang on an epic journey across the country in this driving combat road rage adventure. Huge campaign, dozens of weapons, full 4-player co-op splitscreen and online multiplayer.


  • racing
  • local
  • motorbike
  • multiplayer
  • assassin
  • rogue-like
  • combat
  • post-apocalyptic

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