Pyongyang Racer

About

Pyongyang Racer is a browser-based racing game that lets you speed through the city streets of Pyongyang. Developed by Nosotek for Koryo Tours, the game serves as a promotional piece for the travel agency’s tours to North Korea. Gameplay focuses on straightforward races with simple controls, emphasizing quick reflexes and route navigation. The track design reflects the city’s landmarks, giving a stylized look at the local environment. While the mechanics are basic, the setting itself adds a distinct flavor to the racing experience. What sets this game apart is its unusual purpose as an advergame. Created in collaboration with students from Kim Chaek University of Technology, it blends gameplay with a promotional message for North Korea tourism. The design leans into curiosity, offering a glimpse into a city rarely seen in mainstream media. Though the racing loop is short and lacks depth, the novelty of the location and the game’s origin story make it a memorable pick. Players interested in quirky or culturally specific games might find it intriguing for its context rather than its mechanics.