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Games like F-Zero

1990 Classic

A blisteringly fast futuristic racer where precise steering and quick reflexes at top speed are everything. Hovering machines, twisting tracks and a memorable soundtrack define the experience.

What defines F-Zero:

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Action-packed real-time combat

The closest matches for F-Zero are Asteroids: Recharged, Tempest 2000 and Ellipsis. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes F-Zero special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Asteroids: Recharged

97 %

2021 PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified 8.99 € 82 % positive Very positive, 96 reviews on Steam

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Gameplay comes before story

A modernized take on the arcade classic: pilot a ship, dodge and blast asteroids, chase high scores and tackle challenge levels with new abilities, neon visuals and a fresh soundtrack.

Tempest 2000

Challenging difficulty

A fast arcade tube shooter where you glide a claw-shaped ship around the rim of neon geometric levels, blasting waves of enemies. Pounding techno music and particle effects turn this update of the classic into an intense reflex test.

Ellipsis

Challenging difficulty

A minimalist neon arcade game where you pilot a ship purely by dodging enemies, lasers and spikes. Quick reflexes and precise control are at the heart of the experience.

Wipeout

Sci-fi setting

A blisteringly fast anti-gravity racer on the original PlayStation, where you blast through futuristic tracks using weapons and power-ups. Its pounding techno soundtrack and slick league design defined an era.

IonBall 2: Ionstorm

Sci-fi setting

A fast-paced 3D arcade brick-breaker in the spirit of Breakout and Arkanoid, with 60 levels, boss fights, enemies with unique abilities and weapon upgrades for the ball.

Neon Drive

Challenging difficulty

A fast-paced arcade game with an 80s look where you dodge obstacles in time with a synthwave soundtrack. Neon visuals and a driving score create strong atmosphere and demand precise reflexes.

Cyber Hook

Sci-fi setting

A fast 3D platformer set in a neon retrowave world, where you swing with a grappling hook, run along walls and slow time to race through short, speedrun-style levels. Precision and momentum matter far more than story or character growth.

Wipeout XL

Challenging difficulty

A blisteringly fast anti-gravity racer set in 2097, where you weave through futuristic tracks and take down rivals with pickup weapons. Known for its striking design and electronic soundtrack.

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