Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
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About Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled brings the classic 1999 kart racer up to modern standards. Beenox rebuilt the original Naughty Dog title with updated graphics and new content while keeping the chaotic spirit intact. Activision released this version in June 2019 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. You drive beloved characters like Crash and Coco through colorful tracks filled with shortcuts and weapons. The game includes a story mode where you race to save the world from the Evil Doctor Neo Cortex. It feels like a nostalgic throwback that also works as a fresh entry point for new players. The visual overhaul makes the tracks pop without losing the original charm.
Gameplay
Sessions involve high-speed racing on tracks designed for shortcuts and item usage rather than pure driving skill. You collect power-ups like bananas, crates, and bombs to hinder opponents or boost your speed. The controls feel tight with drift mechanics that let you build up nitro by holding turns. A typical race lasts only a few minutes but includes multiple laps of chaotic action. You can jump off ramps to gain air time or slide under obstacles to avoid hazards. The split-screen mode supports local multiplayer so friends can join in on the same console. Single-player campaigns offer story missions and time trials that test your skills against ghost data from other players.
What Players Think
Critics and players have responded very positively to this remake. Metacritic users gave it an 82 out of 100 while IGDB shows a score of 83.5 based on 104 ratings. The community mood leans heavily toward fun with high engagement in multiplayer matches. Average playtime sits around 25 hours for the main campaign but jumps to over 60 if you chase all achievements and online rankings. Players often mention the smooth frame rate and responsive controls as standout features compared to the original PS1 version. Completion rates are strong because the unlockables provide clear goals beyond just finishing races. Review snippets frequently cite the expanded roster and new tracks as major selling points.
PlayPile's Take
This is a solid choice if you want a fast-paced kart racer with plenty of content. The price reflects the extensive overhaul and online features included at launch. You get 50 achievements to chase which adds hundreds of hours of play. It is not perfect since some tracks feel repetitive later on, but the core loop remains addictive. Fans of the original will appreciate the faithful recreation while newcomers find an accessible entry point. The split-screen support makes it great for couch co-op sessions with friends. Grab this if you want a game that gets straight to the action without unnecessary fluff.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
IGDB Rating
83.5
RAWG Rating
4.0
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