Horizon Chase Turbo

Nintendo World ReportZachary Miller

9/10

I’m not usually one for racing games, but Horizon Chase Turbo balances arcade gameplay with just enough strategery to keep me involved and at the edge of my seat most of the time. Very often, upon eeking out a first-place victory on a difficult course, I would cheer and hold my fist aloft, confusing our dog. This is not something I usually do with racing games. I kind of wish online multiplayer was in here (it does have persistent global and friend leaderboards), but it’s a small price to pay for this lovely package. Horizon Chase Turbo was a very pleasant surprise--go play it.

Worth PlayingCody Medellin

8/10

Horizon Chase Turbo is a homage to classic 16-bit racers that defined a generation of high-speed, frenetic arcade fun.

GameSpewRichard Seagrave

7/10

Ultimately, Horizon Chase Turbo‘s repetitive nature means that it’s a game better enjoyed little but often. Chances are you won’t find yourself enjoying it for more than an hour or so at a time, but you’ll want to revisit it each day for a race or two. It blends both old and new game mechanics rather well, but the result is still a game that feels arcade focused; sometimes unfairly challenging, but yet alluringly replayable. Though there are two things that always remain a massive draw: its beautifully bold visuals, and its wonderfully retro soundtrack.

Metro GameCentralGameCentral

7/10

The spirit of old school arcade racing is reborn in a homage to everything from OutRun to Lotus Turbo Challenge, and despite a few bumps in the road it’s all just as much fun as you remember.

Playstation LifestyleJarrett Green

7/10

Horizon Chase Turbo by Brazilian developer Aquiris Game Studio has one mission: to recapture the essence of arcade racers of yesteryear on modern consoles. But did they succeed? Learn more in our Horizon Chase Turbo review.

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TheSixthAxisAran Suddi

Unscored

Horizon Chase Turbo is an old school inspired arcade racer that can be both fun and frustrating to play. When it is at its fun moments then the attitude of just one more race takes over as you become engrossed. When the game throws up its frustrating moments they can override a lot of goodwill. If you’re looking for an arcade racer then Horizon Chase Turbo is worth considering, but don’t let its charming looks fool you as you’ll face a tough challenge within.