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Does ‘Galactic Racer’ Deserve The Best ‘Star Wars’ Metascore In 23 Years? Yes

Star Wars: Galactic Racer has achieved a Metacritic score of 88, tying the best Star Wars game score since 2003. The game is a free-to-play experience on Amazon Luna and has received praise for its graphics and racing gameplay. Critics consider it a top-flight arcade racing game.

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  • ✓ Star Wars: Galactic Racer has a Metacritic score of 88.
  • ✓ The game is free to play on Amazon Luna.
  • ✓ Star Wars: Galactic Racer is considered a top-flight arcade racing game.
  • ✓ The game has a multiplayer party limit that can be doubled via update.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 14 independent reporting domains (100% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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The game's Metacritic score has been confirmed by multiple sources, solidifying its position as a highly-rated Star Wars game.

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  1. Star Wars: Galactic Racer Earns Highest Metascore in 23 Years

    Star Wars: Galactic Racer has achieved a Metacritic score of 88, tying the best Star Wars game score since 2003. The game is a free-to-play experience on Amazon Luna and has received praise for its graphics and racing gameplay. Critics consider it a top-flight arcade racing game.

    Why it matters

    This high score is significant as it indicates a potential return to form for the Star Wars franchise in the gaming space. The game's success could influence the development of future Star Wars titles. Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers a unique experience with its runs-based racing and multiplayer features.

    What is confirmed

    • Star Wars: Galactic Racer has a Metacritic score of 88.
    • The game is free to play on Amazon Luna.
    • Star Wars: Galactic Racer is considered a top-flight arcade racing game.
    • The game has a multiplayer party limit that can be doubled via update.

    What to watch next

    • Future updates to Star Wars: Galactic Racer
    • Potential Game of the Year nominations
    • Expansion of the game's features and content
    Sources used for this update (14)
    1. Forbes — Does ‘Galactic Racer’ Deserve The Best ‘Star Wars’ Metascore In 23 Years? Yes
    2. 9to5Google — Star Wars: Galactic Racer is free to play on Amazon Luna
    3. Polygon.com — There Has Never Been a Better Time To Get Into Star Wars
    4. XBOX Wire — STAR WARS: Galactic Racer — Crashing with Consequence in Runs-Based Racing
    5. IGN — Star Wars: Galactic Racer Multiplayer Party Limit Will Be Doubled Via Update
    6. Digital Foundry — Review: Star Wars: Galactic Racer - A Top-Flight Arcade Racing Game with Incredible Graphics Tech
    7. GamesIndustry.biz — Star Wars: Galactic Racer launches on Amazon Luna as part of Prime subscription
    8. Bespin Bulletin — First Star Wars Galactic Racer Hotfix Released
    9. flipboard.com — There has never been a better time to get into Star Wars
    10. may4bewithyou.com — ‘Star Wars: Galactic Racer’ Has The Best ‘Star Wars ...
    11. screenrant.com — Star Wars Finally Releases Official KOTOR Legacy Killer
    12. www.polygon.com — Star Wars has a real shot at GOTY for the first time in 23 years
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