Cel Damage

About

Cel Damage is a chaotic vehicular combat game that mashes up racing, brawling, and destruction. Players take control of over-the-top cartoon characters driving customizable, weaponized cars. The goal isn’t just to race but to wreck, swerving into opponents, launching them with spring-loaded traps, and smashing through environments designed to explode in fun ways. Every arena is a playground of physics-based mayhem with hidden spots to explore and ridiculous gadgets to deploy. The game’s split-screen mode lets two players tear up the same world together, adding to the messy charm. While its 2001 release date shows in the visuals, the freedom to experiment with attacks and environments keeps it surprisingly playful. A small but dedicated group of retro fans still praises its irreverent energy and the joy of watching a car get pummeled by a giant cartoon bat.