The Podracers Are Back
Few sequences in the Star Wars saga are as adrenaline-fueled as the podrace from The Phantom Menace, and it looks like that same high-speed thrill is coming to a new generation of fans. A first look at a podracing sequence in Star Wars: Galactic Racer has been revealed, and it has the fan community buzzing.
What We Know So Far
Star Wars: Galactic Racer was first announced at Summer Game Fest, where it was unveiled as a brand-new racing title set in a galaxy far, far away. Developed by Fuse Games, a British studio founded by former Burnout and Need for Speed creators, and published by Secret Mode in partnership with Lucasfilm Games, the game gives fans a real sense of the speed and spectacle the developers are going for, with podracers tearing across familiar Star Wars landscapes. As the official Star Wars website detailed alongside the story trailer, the game blends podracing with a full roster of vehicles and a story-driven campaign.
Podracing has long been one of the most requested experiences for Star Wars gamers. The 1999 classic Star Wars Episode I: Racer remains a beloved title decades after its release, and the appetite for a modern follow-up has never really gone away. Galactic Racer appears poised to scratch that itch with updated visuals and the kind of immersive sound design that makes the roar of a podracer engine so satisfying. Set in the New Republic era after Return of the Jedi, the game centers on the Galactic League, an unsanctioned racing circuit in the Outer Rim, and even features legendary racer Sebulba.
Part of a Bigger Star Wars Gaming Push
Lucasfilm Games has been ramping up its slate of interactive experiences in recent years, with titles spanning multiple genres and eras of the saga. Galactic Racer joins a growing lineup that reflects renewed energy behind the Star Wars gaming brand, giving fans plenty to look forward to beyond the films and series.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is set to launch on October 6, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, and this first look at the podracing sequence shows development is well underway. We’ll be sure to keep you posted as more details emerge.
Start Your Engines
For longtime fans who grew up replaying the Boonta Eve Classic, the prospect of strapping back into a podracer is genuinely exciting. Star Wars: Galactic Racer looks like it could deliver the high-octane racing experience fans have been craving, and this early footage is a promising sign of what’s to come.
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