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Best 1 Burnout 3: Takedown

Burnout 3: Takedown, released in 2004, is a racing game developed by Criterion Games. It utilizes a boost mechanic earned through aggressive driving alongside a new takedown system for disabling opponents. Single-player World Tour mode unlocks various race variants and supports both local and online...

2 Burnout Paradise

Burnout Paradise, released in 2008, is a racing video game developed by Criterion Games for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. The title was initially available through digital distribution platforms and later integrated into EA’s Greatest Hits and Platinum Hits collections. It marked the first instal...

3 Initial D Final Stage

In the final match against the Kanagawa street racing team Sidewinder, Project D street racer Takumi Fujiwara is faced with a surprising challenger: Shinji Inui, a 17-year-old high school student. Beginning to drive at a very young age, Shinji is not only familiar with the mountain pass where the ra...

4 R4: Ridge Racer Type 4

Ridge Racer Type 4 is a 1998 PlayStation racing game created by Namco. Notable for its innovative drifting mechanics and fast-paced arcade style, it remains a beloved classic within the Japanese car racing genre. The game appeals to players interested in experiencing authentic 1990s console racing g...

5 Race Driver: Grid

Race Driver: Grid is a racing simulation video game developed by Codemasters. Released in 2008, it established the Grid series and offers a realistic motorsport experience with an arcade-style focus. The game features diverse tracks across the United Kingdom and utilizes drifting mechanics appealing...

6 Initial D Second Stage

Accumulating an impressive series of victories with his AE86, Takumi Fujiwara has imposed himself as street racing's newest rising star. However, his newly found confidence of winning at his home turf of Mount Akina has been put in jeopardy by a new Emperor team exclusively using a car model favored...

7 Initial D Third Stage

Takumi Fujiwara is a skilled street racer, but he suffers a crushing loss against the team Emperor's leader Kyoichi Sudou due to his AE86 experiencing an engine failure. Doubting his abilities, the recent high school graduate is then approached by the Akagi RedSuns' team leader Ryousuke Takahashi, w...

8 Need for Speed: Underground

Need for Speed: Underground is a racing game developed in 2003 that gained popularity for its extensive car customization options and focus on drifting. The title allowed players to build unique vehicles through part modification and tuning. It was primarily targeted at teenagers and young adults in...

9 Burnout 2: Point of Impact

Burnout 2: Point of Impact was a 2002 racing game developed by Criterion Games and released for PlayStation 2, GameCube, and Xbox. As the second installment in the Burnout series, it followed the initial 2001 release and concluded the series’ run on the GameCube before Electronic Arts took over publ...

10 Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit is a 2010 racing game developed by Criterion Games and published by Electronic Arts. It marked the sixteenth installment in the Need for Speed series, reviving the “Hot Pursuit” name previously used in 2002. The title was released initially in November 2010, with a digita...

11 MotorStorm: Pacific Rift

MotorStorm: Pacific Rift is a 2008 racing title created by Evolution Studios and published by Sony Computer Entertainment for the PlayStation 3. It followed the initial MotorStorm release and achieved over one million sales by December 2008. Online servers for this game were discontinued in October...

12 Ridge Racer

Ridge Racer is a classic video game developed by Namco. Released in 1993, it’s notable for pioneering 3D polygon graphics within arcade racing games using the System 22 hardware. The title gained popularity for its fast-paced drifting mechanics and Japanese setting. It remains appealing to players i...

13 Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition

Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition was released in 2005 by Rockstar San Diego and published by Rockstar Games. The title is based on a collaboration with DUB Magazine, featuring DUB-branded events and vehicles within the arcade-style racing game. It continues the series’ focus on high-speed races rather t...

14 Inertial Drift

Inertial drift is a drifting technique where the driver intentionally allows the rear wheels to lose grip, creating a controlled slide caused by the vehicle’s momentum and subtle steering adjustments rather than throttle application.

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15 Pole Position

Pole Position is a 1982 arcade racing game developed by Namco. Notable for its innovative drifting mechanic and realistic track design, it established a key simulation element within early racing games. The title’s success influenced subsequent titles and remains popular with retro gaming enthusiast...

16 Initial D Legend 2 Racer

After witnessing the race between Takumi Fujiwara's Toyota AE86 and Keisuke Takahashi's Mazda RX7, Takeshi Nakazato from the Myougi Night Kids sends out a challenge to defeat the AE86 in a downhill battle. Despite his Nissan Skyline GT-R completely outclassing the AE86, Nakazato is told that he will...

17 David Matza

David Matza was an American sociologist and criminologist associated with interpretive approaches to deviance and juvenile delinquency. With Gresham Sykes, he developed the concept of techniques of neutralization, describing justifications that allow offenders temporarily to set aside conventional m...

18 Radical SR10

The Radical SR10 is a lightweight sports prototype designed for high performance driving. It features a potent 5.0-liter Chevrolet small-block V8 engine producing 425 horsepower and a sequential transmission. Its fully adjustable suspension and stripped-down construction make it ideal for experience...

19 Midtown Madness 2

Midtown Madness 2 is a 2000 racing game developed by Angel Studios and published by Microsoft. It expands upon the original with two open worlds – San Francisco and London – offering diverse racing environments. Players can select from American and British vehicles, alongside multiplayer connectivit...

20 MotorStorm
MotorStorm

MotorStorm is an action racing game developed by Evolution Studios for the PlayStation 3. It presents chaotic motorsport events within a vibrant festival environment emphasizing speed and drifting. The game’s intense gameplay and unique setting made it popular with players seeking thrilling arcade-s...

21 FlatOut 2
FlatOut 2

FlatOut 2 is an action racing video game created by Bugbear Entertainment and published by Empire Interactive. It was released for Windows, PlayStation 2, and Xbox, with initial launches occurring in Russia, Europe, and North America during early August 2006. The game received favorable critical fee...

22 Initial D Legend 1 Awakening

One foggy morning, a black and white Toyota AE86 flies past Keisuke Takahashi's Mazda RX7 on Mount Akina, making him believe he has seen the ghost of a racer who died on the mountain. Resolving to defeat this phantom, Keisuke mobilizes the Akagi Red Suns to take on the local Akina Speed Stars racing...

23 Ridge Racer Revolution

Ridge Racer Revolution, released in 1995 for the PlayStation, is a racing game that continues the series’ focus on competing against AI-controlled vehicles. It expands upon the original with two additional cars and supports two-player gameplay using the PlayStation Link cable. Development mirrored t...

24 Rage Racer
Rage Racer

Rage Racer is a 1996 PlayStation racing game created by Namco. It’s notable for its pioneering use of CGI animation within a Japanese arcade-style racing experience. The game focuses on drifting and speed, appealing to players interested in realistic car handling and the distinctive style of Japanes...

25 Burnout
Burnout

Burnout is a realistic racing simulation game set in the United Kingdom. Notably, it popularized the “drift” mechanic offering intense arcade-style gameplay focused on speed and skillful maneuvering. The title appeals to players who enjoy challenging driving experiences and competitive racing scenar...

26 Subaru BRZ tS (2024)

The 2024 Subaru BRZ tS is a rear-wheel drive sports car designed for enthusiasts seeking a dynamic driving experience. It features factory tuning enhancements including STI-derived suspension, high-performance Brembo brakes, and specialized tires prioritizing track performance. This model offers an...

27 Re-Volt
Re-Volt

Re-Volt is a racing simulation video game released in 1999. Developed in the United Kingdom by Acclaim Studios London, it features polygon-based vehicles and drift mechanics reminiscent of 1990s arcade racing. The game’s collectible car roster and unique track design make it appealing to fans of ret...

28 Ridge Racer V

Ridge Racer V is an arcade-style racing game developed and published by Namco for the PlayStation 2. Released in 2000 as a launch title for the console, it was the fifth main entry in the long-running Ridge Racer franchise. The game continues the series' trademark focus on high-speed drifting and fe...

29 Ridge Racer 7

Ridge Racer 7 is a Japanese arcade-style racing game developed by Namco for the PlayStation 3. Released in 2006, it’s notable for its focus on drifting and realistic vehicle handling within a vibrant, urban setting. The game appeals to players who enjoy challenging driving experiences and appreciate...

30 Ridge Racer 64

Ridge Racer 64 was developed by Nintendo Software Technology and published for the Nintendo 64 in 2000. It marked the first installment of the series outside of arcade or PlayStation platforms, licensed to Nintendo. A re-release occurred on the Nintendo Classics service in 2025, followed by a Japane...

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