Best Combat Racing Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,013 Combat Racing games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Combat Racing game rankings were last updated on 9/24/2025.
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1. Nightmare Kart
Zoom through gothic streets in this horror themed vehicular combat racing game!
Nightmare Kart holds the #1 spot for "best Combat Racing game on Steam" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,096 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,924 positive reviews and 172 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Nightmare Kart on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. FlatOut 2
Experience the drive of your life as you throw yourself around on and off the track causing fences to shatter, tyre walls explode, water tanks and barrels fly across the track into other cars.
FlatOut 2 has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Combat Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,297 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,515 positive reviews and 782 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $1.99 |
| Release Date | 12/21/2006 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Strategy First |
| Steam App Id | 2990 |
3. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Race across land, sea, air, space, and time in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds! Warp through Travel Rings into new dimensions where something new awaits around every twist and turn.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Combat Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,155 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,933 positive reviews and 222 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $69.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $69.99 |
| Release Date | 9/25/2025 |
| Franchise | SEGA |
| Developer | Sonic Team |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Steam App Id | 2486820 |
4. Tokyo Xtreme Racer
"Tokyo Xtreme Racer" is a racing game set in a blocked-off future Tokyo, where players aim to be the fastest by driving their best cars on the highways that weave through the city.
Tokyo Xtreme Racer has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Combat Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,626 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,969 positive reviews and 657 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $49.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Tokyo Xtreme Racer on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $49.99 |
| Release Date | 9/25/2025 |
| Developer | Genki Co.,Ltd |
| Publisher | Genki Co.,Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 2634950 |
5. Aero GPX
Aero GPX is an anti-gravity racer focused on high velocity, flight, machine-to-machine combat, and responsive controls that are easy to pick up but difficult to master. Fight for the best position possible with high speeds, risky maneuvers, and visceral attacks!
Aero GPX has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Combat Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 908 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 893 positive reviews and 15 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 8/6/2024 |
| Developer | Aaron McDevitt |
| Publisher | Aaron McDevitt |
| Steam App Id | 2160360 |
6. FUMES
Arm your vehicle with deadly weapons and roam endless wastelands in this fast-paced single-player car combat game. Collect upgrades for your car to melt enemies and giant bosses in this bizarre world. Retro vibe. Retro cars. Retro gameplay!
FUMES has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Combat Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,204 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,166 positive reviews and 38 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play FUMES on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $11.99 |
| Release Date | 7/28/2025 |
| Developer | FUMES team |
| Publisher | FUMES team |
| Steam App Id | 1920430 |
7. Uncrashed : FPV Drone Simulator
Amateur or experienced FPV pilot, learn or improve your skills on Uncrashed,the new ultra realistic FPV simulator. Simulate your own FPV drone with settings based on real values and you will have the same feeling as a real flight without the risk of breaking your drone !
Uncrashed : FPV Drone Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Combat Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,237 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,937 positive reviews and 300 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Uncrashed : FPV Drone Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 9/1/2021 |
| Developer | Louis Rochette |
| Publisher | Louis Rochette |
| Steam App Id | 1682970 |
8. SimplePlanes
Build airplanes by snapping parts together, designing wing sections, and attaching engines. At any time, you can strap yourself into the cockpit and see how it flies with realistic physics. If you're not in the mood for building, over 100,000 airplanes are available to download for free.
SimplePlanes has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Combat Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,574 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,846 positive reviews and 728 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.54 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.54 |
| Release Date | 12/17/2015 |
| Franchise | Jundroo Aerospace |
| Developer | Jundroo, LLC |
| Publisher | Jundroo, LLC |
| Steam App Id | 397340 |
9. Meddl Dash
In this unique adventure you have to drive Ford Blu as far as possible on the highway without getting caught by the haters. Visit exciting places such as zoos, motel ones and motorway service stations on your tour of Germany. Meddl.
Meddl Dash has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Combat Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 236 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 236 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.79 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $0.79 |
| Release Date | 9/9/2024 |
| Developer | Rainer Zufall |
| Publisher | Rainer Zufall |
| Steam App Id | 3147900 |
10. BallisticNG
BallisticNG is a high speed, all thrills anti-gravity combat racer and open modding environment developed as a tribute to old school classics such as Wipeout, Rollcage and Jet Moto.
BallisticNG has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Combat Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,452 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,246 positive reviews and 206 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 9 | 6/5/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48 | 12/21/2006 | 94 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5,101 | 9/25/2025 | 93 | $69.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,360 | 9/25/2025 | 92 | $49.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 8/6/2024 | 92 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 47 | 7/28/2025 | 91 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 399 | 9/1/2021 | 91 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 67 | 12/17/2015 | 90 | $4.54 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 9/9/2024 | 90 | $0.79 | Steam Charts | |
| 10 | 12/14/2018 | 90 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/28/2019 | 90 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 2/2/2007 | 89 | $1.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 4/9/2025 | 88 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 12/4/2023 | 88 | $4.94 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 2/18/2021 | 88 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 7/17/2025 | 88 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/16/2017 | 88 | $3.89 | Steam Charts | |
 | 30 | 8/26/2008 | 87 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/10/2022 | 87 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 7/29/2022 | 86 | $5.09 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 24). Nightmare Kart on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). FlatOut 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 30). Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Tokyo Xtreme Racer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 17). Aero GPX on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). FUMES on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 28). Uncrashed : FPV Drone Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). SimplePlanes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Meddl Dash on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). BallisticNG on Steam. Steam Store.