3DClouds has announced that its over-the-spoiler racing game Formula Legends is in development for Nintendo Switch.
The developer has looked to blend “arcade accessibility with the strategic nuance found at the peak of competitive motorsports,” with elements such as tyre-wear, fuel consumption, rubbering in of racing lines, damage simulation and changeable weather promising to make the game’s moment-to-moment gameplay “challenging, unpredictable and most importantly, fun.”
With the chance to race “faithful reimaginings” of iconic cars around tracks inspired by fan-favourite locations, the team has looked to make sure that it caters to both established racing game fans and newcomers alike.
“Race fast and have fun is a mantra that has driven this game’s development from day one,” explains 3DClouds CEO Francesco Bruschi. “We’ve made lots of racing games before (from Xenon to Paw Patrol Karts to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks and more) but Formula Legends is a true labour of love.
“We have some of the biggest motorsport fans in the world in our office which is only a stone’s throw away from Monza, so all of us being able to put our unbridled passion and expertise into this game has been an absolute joy. We really hope fans will dig Formula Legends and that we can help kickstart an arcade racing renaissance once more.”
The developer has outlined the game’s key features, which include:
- Drive Through Time: Slide into the cockpit of legendary cars spanning decades of motorsport history. 16 unique models, each with 7 different liveries recalling the most iconic teams of all time, for a total of 112 vehicles to experience.
- Iconic Circuits, Reimagined: Race across 14 circuits inspired by historic racing locations, each evolving through the years. From sun-soaked yacht docks to sweeping elevations, these tracks blend nostalgia with a fresh twist.
- Master every element: Rain-soaked asphalt, strategic pit stops, and changing eras demand more than just speed. Fine-tune your racecraft, from battery management to slipstreaming, and chase the perfect lap.
- Legends Behind the Wheel: Every era has its heroes. The game features over 200 fictional drivers, inspired by real-life icons, each with custom helmets and skill perks: tire whisperers, wet-weather masters, and pit-stop strategists. Their strengths could be the key to victory.
- A Journey Through Racing History: Story Mode invites you to relive the defining moments of Formula racing. Compete in era-based championships, master legendary cars, and carve your name into history.
- Customise and Compete: Create your own custom races and championships, climb the global leaderboards in Time Attack, and personalise your ride with modding support—from liveries to helmets and trackside sponsors.
Formula Legends will be released digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide “later this year.”
