Slipstream

Story

After a somewhat troubled development period, which lasted more than two years since the successful Kickstarter campaign in January 2016, the game is finally ready to hit the streets. Inspired by the games, sound and graphics of the late 80s and early 90s, Slipstream is based on the arcade classic OutRun: a road trip through exotic landscapes around the world, with branching paths at the end of each stage that allow the player to choose the next destination. The driving experience is further enhanced by two core mechanics: drifting, which is required to drive around tight corners, and the game's namesake, the Slipstream, a risky maneuver that gives players a speed boost when done right. But it wouldn't be a racing game without real races, and there are three variants of these in Slipstream. In Arcade Mode, the player is challenged to a one-on-one duel with a rival driver from a colorful cast of characters in each stage. Quick Race Mode is exactly what it says on the tin: a single race on one of the game's 20 tracks. Finally, Grand Prix mode is a season of five consecutive races, with points tables and cash prizes to help you improve your car. Slipstream runs on a real pseudo 3D game engine. This means it uses good old 2D sprite scaling to give the impression of depth, but there are no 3D models or "real" 3D graphics in the game. The game looks and feels exactly like the games of old, including some engine quirks, but it uses the added power of modern platforms to add conveniences like a smooth 60 frames per second framerate and texture filtering. The exclusive soundtrack was created using real synthesizers from the era, such as the Yamaha DX-21, to make the game sound as authentic as it looks. With vibrant pixel graphics, powerful synthesizer music and uncompromising gameplay, Slipstream aims to fulfill retro gamers' longing for an old-school arcade racing game while being modern enough to satisfy younger players.