For fans of racing, cars, exploration, or even just driving around a map to pass the time, racing games have a broad appeal to different sorts of players. For people looking for free games with all these things, the Roblox catalog is full of different developers’ takes on racing games, prioritizing different aspects of racing that are bound to leave at least one with the perfect balance for any players’ tastes.
Whether the player competes against other drivers on careful replicas of real racetracks, drives around a city in cars they’ve carefully collected, or spends their time training and improving their stats to beat the competition, there’s no shortage of racing games that Roblox has to offer.
Updated June 4, 2023 by Stephen LaGioia: Much like the creative, diverse community comprising Roblox’s player base, the Roblox catalog is constantly shifting and growing as creators add and develop their innovative visions on the platform.
The continuing rise in user-created content and social online gaming has helped enable Roblox's rising prominence in the gaming scene, particularly among younger players. And with more interesting games continuing to be churned out — particularly in the racing genre — it seemed time to rev our engines again and tune up this list with even more awesome racing games on Roblox.
The first mention of every game is linked to Roblox's website to discover and learn more about the game.
15 Speed Race
- Created by: MasterDaniel
Clearly not afraid to be zany and have fun, Speed Race has players scurry across a wide variety of courses or "trails" on foot. Rather than realism or overly complex gameplay, Speed Race is unapologetically simple and pure with its quick arcade-style action and chaos.
Aside from the rapid speeds and unpredictability, players are drawn by the rotating daily challenges and an array of diverse maps submitted by MasterDaniel as well as other creators. This emphasis on trails provides an enticing goal, as players complete to use tokens that are invested in new trails to experience, which vary in rarity.
14 Street Racing Unleashed: Stage 2
- Created by @LegionaryPhantom
Dating back over a decade, this title, originally released by SecondLogic, has seen its ups and downs as far as popularity and content. It has been through a number of changes and revamps, with Reborn as well as Stage 2. The cause of the original's disappearance can apparently be traced to changing scripts in Roblox breaking the game. Indeed, there is much mystery and turmoil surrounding the game's history.
Though after a hiatus, it came roaring back in full force with this even more dynamic sequel, adding further to its sky-high visitor count of over seven million. The game balances retro 80s flair with modern sensibilities, bringing a charming open-world template and social gameplay. Though where it really stands out is its impressive car customization and building, which lets users flex their creativity and mechanical skills.
13 Pacifico
- Created by: UrbanSector
Rather than simply stressing racing, Pacifico is a full-on role-playing sandbox experience, taking place in a fictional town and coastal highway along the Pacific Ocean. This backdrop is accentuated further by the soothing sights and sounds of vast beaches and towering waterfalls.
The game has since seen an even more robust sequel, fittingly subtitled Playground Town. Still, the humbler, blockier original has a certain charm that's tough to beat, bringing Minecraft vibes of crude, retro visuals juxtaposed by massive, dynamic worlds and mechanics.
12 Super Car Tycoon
- Created by: Next Experiences!
Car collectors and racing fans alike are bound to have a good time in Super Car Tycoon. Starting from the ground up, players build up their car collections as they establish a car dealership in the city.
With a wide array of increasingly rare cars that players can race or cruise around in for a bit of extra cash as they progress, Super Car Tycoon strikes a balance between charming tycoon and racing mechanics. The game grants players the opportunity to focus on one over the other if they have a preference, allowing for a wider audience appeal than some other racing games on Roblox.
11 Driving Empire
- Created by: Voldex
For those who enjoy realistic driving mechanics, accurate car models, and overall racing around a large open map, Driving Empire is one of the most dedicated games on the Roblox catalog. With vehicles covering everything from cars and motorcycles to even boats, Driving Empire aims to create a faithful simulation of an expansive list of vehicles that players can choose from.
Starting with one car, players can race, explore, and gather bounties at speed traps to earn money they can eventually use to buy more vehicles, each with its own unique models and stats. The game is constantly developing, releasing new content as it steadily releases updates. Driving Empire debuted in 2019 and is still going strong.
10 Ion Formula Racing 2022
- Created by: Avenue Vance Empire
Anyone who’s looking for a more classic recreation of typical racing games won’t need to look beyond Ion Formula Racing 2022. With first-person driving mechanics and an assortment of racing circuits from around the world, players will choose a team and one of several cars to race in. Fans of the thrilling Gran Prix 4 by Simergy and Infogrames should notice some similarities.
As their skills and funds grow over time, players can develop their cars to create their perfect racing vehicle. Whether their upgrades prioritize new modifications, improved traction, or a more powerful engine, there’s no doubt every player will end up with a car perfectly suited to their play style.
9 Midnight Racing: Tokyo
- Created by: devGem
With a vast, detailed map perfect for exploration and a catalog of countless customizable cars, Midnight Tokyo Racing is the perfect place for anyone looking to race, hang out with friends, or just collect their favorite cars from the diverse catalog the game has to offer.
In addition to incredibly detailed car models, each with its charm, players will find no shortage of things to do and places to drive to as they grow their vehicle collection. In terms of controls, Midnight Tokyo Racing uses a relatively complex yet realistic control system, allowing the player to enjoy the full benefits of their customization.
8 Hyundai Mobility Adventure
- Created by: Hyundai Universe
Gamers that seek more out of racing than just tracks and streets are bound to find something fun to do in Hyundai Mobility Adventure. Unlike a lot of other racing games, Hyundai Mobility Adventure dedicates itself to covering all aspects of racing life with a large collection of minigames, quests, and competitions a la GTA, ranging from classic races to car ski jumps.
Whether someone is a fan of role play, driving, shopping and collecting, or mini-games, Hyundai Mobility Adventure is definitely worth checking out, even for people who aren’t into racing games. One of Roblox's main attractions is its library's diversity, and Hyundai Mobility Adventure highlights this quality within the racing genre.
7 Greenville
- Created by: Greenville, Wisconsin
While it lacks any racetracks, Greenville is a game for anyone interested in driving around town, meeting new people, and role-playing in a spacious, rural town. Players can choose from an enormous catalog of car models, picking anything from the color to the type of bumper they’re willing to pay for and drive around town earning money from a job of their choosing.
Players can earn cash passively, or speed things up by driving around while they save up for the next car they want to buy. Greenville debuted in 2017, and the game is still releasing frequent updates. Just be sure not to run out of gas!
6 Vehicle Simulator
- Created by: @Simbuilder
Car racing games are only as good as the vehicles they simulate. Luckily, players won’t have to worry about this with Vehicle Simulator, which has an incredibly large selection of cars for players to choose from and a vast map to test them out in.
As an added perk, cars in Vehicle Simulator vary in more than just appearance, as each vehicle has its own unique set of stats for players to consider when choosing their next vehicle. With so many types of vehicles to choose from, players are bound to find something that suits their driving style. They can even test drive the cars before making their final decision.
5 Hot Wheels Open World
- Created by: Gamefam x Hot Wheels
Plenty of racing fans of this generation likely grew up with them, and for good reason. For any players willing to dip back into nostalgia, or even newer fans who want something bright and colorful that pushes the boundaries of racing tracks, Hot Wheels Open World is a solid choice. It should certainly cater to fans of Forza Horizon 5: Hot Wheels or Hot Wheels Unleashed looking for more.
Aside from the bright, neon cars and winding tracks, players in Hot Wheels Open World can also complete quests, meet NPCs, and unlock new cars with their actions, giving them some concrete goals to work toward if they so desire. These tasks give the racer a unique sense of character and lore.
4 Sonic Speed Simulator
A rare example of a racing game without any cars in it, there’s no denying that Sonic Speed Simulator has more than made up for this as it’s swiftly grown in popularity to become one of the most popular games trending on Roblox. Running around through classic Sonic levels and scenery, players gradually build speed and experience to complete Obbys, compete in races, and collect rings.
Eventually, players can even unlock their favorite characters from the franchise as playable models, rebirth to unlock more maps and races and participate in seasonal events. Gamers can even gain companions that can help them on their quest to be the fastest thing alive.
3 Race Clicker
- Created by: 48h Games
Another Roblox racing game that forgoes vehicles for a more unique gameplay style, Race Clicker blends idle and clicking games with racing for a unique gameplay experience. Players will alternate between building their top speed by clicking between races, before spending the next couple of minutes in a mad dash to cross as many milestones as possible before time runs out.
With each finish line the player crosses, a win is added to their stats, which makes future clicks more effective and their top speed easier to build on their next race. This creates a balance between racing and clicking that both aid the player in doing better the next time they race.
2 Drift Paradise
- Created by: @x_plxsma
While it’s fairly tough to master, anyone who’s a fan of thrilling drift races, perfecting the art of driving a rowdy car, or just enjoys sliding around with that telltale squeal of rubber as they leave tire marks in their wake, Drift Paradise is a great choice.
For anyone missing that classic drift in races when they turn a sharp corner, Drift Paradise has got them covered with a sophisticated drifting system that lets them glide through whole u-turns — provided they're fine with a strong learning curve. With regular updates adding seasonal events with exclusive cars and maps, players who stick around won't run out of things to do any time soon.
1 Eight Driver Car Racing
- Created by: Eight Stu
Perfect for players looking for attention to detail, unique car stats, and first-person driving. Eight Driver Car Racing gives players a choice between several maps, each suited for different types of driving, and lets players run wild in their favorite car. Players can drive, drift, and race to earn money for new cars, colors, and modifiers that affect how their car drives.
Whether players are looking to race to the top, work to buy the perfect car, or just enjoy the first-person view as they drive around at their leisure, Eight Driver Car Racing does its job well.