After launching on the PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, it’s finally the Switch’s turn. On Thursday, NACON and RaceWard announced that RiMS Racing will finally release for the popular Nintendo console. For our euro gamers, you can get your hands on RiMS Racing today. However, stateside fans will have to wait a bit longer. North America will see an October 5 release.
RiMS Racing EU Launch Trailer
In its RiMS Racing title, RaceWard aims to bring an “unprecedented level of details and realism” to the motorcycle racing genre. Players have access to eight of the fastest motorbikes on the planet, which they’ll have to maintain and upgrade through gameplay.
Motorbike Customization
In RiMS Racing, players can fully disassemble their bike and replace every element to create their very own dream machine. There are over 500 official components that can be tinkered with to create the best possible setup for you. Components include:
- Tires
- Discs
- Calipers
- Pads
- Suspension
- Springs
- Air filters
- Exhausts
- Brake and clutch master cylinders
- Brake fluids
- Engine oils
- ECU’s
- Fairings and more
SGO RiMS Racing Review
For those who may want to give RiMS Racing a spin, SportsGamersOnline’s Managing Editor Mike Straw reviewed the game here. Check out an excerpt from his review below.
“It feels like every time you blink, a new racing game is released. Whether it’s stock car, street racing, or motorcycles, there’s something for almost any kind of racing game out there for you. RiMS Racing is the latest option… Gameplay wise, RiMS feels great on the bike. The haptic feedback on the DualSense is, once again, a great addition to a game. It really makes any sort of racing game feel more responsive and enjoyable than anything I’ve ever experienced. Aside from the racing itself, the rest of the game falls extremely flat.”
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