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Star Wars: Galactic Racer release date, pre-orders and what to expect

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Star Wars: Galactic Racer is a new Outer Rim adventure that honours the previous podracing games of the '90s and early 2000s whilst taking the concept into the modern gaming sphere. The debut title from Fuse Games, comprised of former Criterion developers of Burnout and Need for Speed fame, the studio has worked with Lucasfilm Games to create something authentic to the Star Wars universe. Here is everything you need to know about the Star Wars: Galactic Racer release date, pre-orders and what to expect.

And if you want to check out our thoughts on the game, as well as what the developers have to say, then these articles might be for you:

During Star Wars: Episode One - The Phantom Menace era, podracing was one of the most prevalent features the prequels gave us. And with Sebulba thrown into the mix in Star Wars: Galactic Racer, the game is turning out to be a true spiritual successor.

So, whether you're a die-hard fan of Star Wars Episode 1: Racer from 1999 or a complete newbie to Star Wars racing, keeping reading to find out what you need to know.

Screenshot of a pod racer from Star Wars: Galactic Racer — Star Wars: Galactic Racer. Fuse Games

Star Wars: Galactic Racer will release 6 October 2026.

This was confirmed by developers Fuse Games in a trailer, which also announced pre-orders, and came just a few days ahead of Star Wars Day, which was on 4 May (May the Fourth be with you).

Star Wars: Galactic Racer will be available on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.

When is the UK launch time for Star Wars: Galactic Racer?

Star Wars: Galactic Racer will launch in the UK at 10am BST across all platforms - a nice early start for those who can't wait to try the game out for themselves!

On launch, you will have access to the main campaign, arcade modes and multiplayer features, so there is plenty to explore.

Can I pre-order Star Wars: Galactic Racer

A graphic depicting all the different editions of Star Wars: Galactic Racer. — There are multiple editions to choose from. Fuse Games, Secret Mode

Yes, Star Wars: Galactic Racer is available for pre-order.

There are three editions of Star Wars: Galactic Racer to choose from: the Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition and Collector's Edition.

Currently, there is no word on early access, but we might get more details about that closer to launch. But, as for what's included in each edition of the game, you can check it out just below.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer pre-order bonuses

If you pre-order Star Wars: Galactic Racer, you will receive exclusive livery and a player banner, which will be a different colour depending on what platform you're playing on

PlayStation 5 Pre-order bonus — Blue speeder livery and player banner
Xbox Series X/S Pre-order bonus — Green speeder livery and player banner
Steam/Epic Games Store pre-order bonus — Red speeder livery and player banner

Star Wars: Galactic Racer Standard Edition

If you pre-order the Standard Edition of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, you will get the base game and the livery and player banner as denoted above.

As for where to pick up a copy, you can pre-order the Standard Edition of Star Wars: Galactic Racer from the following retailers:

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Star Wars: Galactic Racer Digital Deluxe Edition

Star Wars: Galactic Racer Digital Deluxe Edition includes the following:

Kor Sarun: Ciza T speeder bike
Kor Sarun: Darc X landspeeder
Kor Sarun: Rak S skim speeder
Unique Naboo N-1 starfighter Livery
Three Arcade Events
Deluxe Player Banner
Digital Art Book

If you would like to pick this version up, you can do so from the following retailers:

Pre-order Star Wars: Galactic Racer Digital Deluxe Edition for PC (Steam) from Loaded

Star Wars: Galactic Racer Digital Edition

The physical Deluxe Edition of Star Wars: Galactic Racer contains the following:

Steel case with sleeve
Kor Sarun: Ciza T speeder bike
Kor Sarun: Darc X landspeeder
Kor Sarun: Rak S skim speeder
Unique Naboo N-1 starfighter Livery
Three Arcade Events
Deluxe Player Banner
Digital Art Book

The physical Deluxe Edition of Star Wars: Galactic Racer can be purchased from the links below:

Star Wars: Galactic Racer Collector's Edition

The Star Wars: Galactic Racer Collector's Edition includes quite a lot of goodies, but as expected, it will set you back a pretty penny. If you do pick one up, you can expect the following:

Landspeeder model
Pilot patches
Kestar banner
Physical art book
Collector's edition box with sleeve
Custom slip cover and deluxe edition steel case
Kor Sarun: Ciza T speeder bike
Kor Sarun: Darc X landspeeder
Kor Sarun: Rak S skim speeder
Unique Naboo N-1 starfighter Livery
Three Arcade Events

You can pick up the Collector's Edition by using the following links:

What to expect of Star Wars: Galactic Racer gameplay and story

We know plenty about Star Wars: Galactic Racer, including the fact that it is set in the Outer Rim and has you taking part in the underground and unsanctioned races of The Galactic League.

Set during the chaos of the rebuilding of the New Republic, Galactic Racer is a high-stakes racing game with a backdrop of underground gambling and glory.

According to the game’s Steam page, you’ll “become Shade, a lone racer chasing revenge and glory”.

You’ll be able to “pilot different classes of repulsorcraft each with distinct physics and playstyles” across a variety of different modes including a story campaign and PvP races.

It’s worth checking out the game’s gameplay trailer to see the setting, characters and racing in action:

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Thanks to an interview with Fuse Games’ Matt Webster on The Game Business, we know too that you will be able to move around outside of races, too, as Shade and interact with the world.

“It’s a wonderful counter point to super high-intensity racing, to have these low-intensity moments where people are immersing themselves in Star Wars,” said Webster.

We’re sure to learn more about the game as we near its release date, so stay tuned for future updates.

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