We already published the list of best 3DS games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best 3DS racing games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the 3DS definitely has a great library of racing games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the 3DS and racing games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. Urban Trial Freestyle 2
- Release Data: Teyon/Tate Multimedia, 2017
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Featuring double the content and the addition of online level sharing, Urban Trial Freestyle 2 improves on the previous game in pretty much all the ways it should.
Whether it’s earning stars or designing or playing user-made levels, there’s plenty of content here to keep coming back to.
#9. ATV Wild Ride 3D
- Release Data: Renegade Kid, 2013
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
ATV Wild Ride 3D is a nice change of pace from the other racers available on the 3DS.
It places an emphasis on player skill and knowledge, and provides a playing field balanced to encourage learning.
Its rough edges occasionally create a wilder experience than intended, but in the face of these blemishes, the game still stands as a worthwhile experience.
#8. Need for Speed: The Run
- Release Data: Firebrand Games/Electronic Arts, 2011
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
While flawed in a few areas, the high speed action strapped into this game here packs enough thrills to satisfy any 3DS owner with an insistence for speed.
Overall, it’s worth a shot if you’re a fan of Need for Speed and want some portable racing action.
#7. AiRace Xeno
- Release Data: QubicGames, 2014
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Futuristic
The list of modes and features is disappointingly short, but AiRace Xeno knows exactly what it wants to be and nails the core gameplay.
Overall, this is a pulse-pounding twitch racer that flies fast and smooth, delivering exhilarating fun to 3DS owners.
#6. SpeedX 3D
- Release Data: Gamelion Studios, 2012
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Futuristic
SpeedX 3D is proof that quality games are quality games, no matter what their origin happens to be.
And although the frame rate could be better, the impression of depth and speed is amazing, and the use of 3D incredibly effective.
#5. AiRace Speed
- Release Data: QubicGames, 2013
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Futuristic
While not all of its 18 courses are unique, it has a style and flair which is simply unmatched.
It helps that the gameplay foundations are interesting and that the experience is just plain fun and challenging.
If you like some fast, flying action, there is no better place to look than AiRace Speed.
#4. Ridge Racer 3D
- Release Data: Namco Bandai Games, 2011
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
Ridge Racer 3D doesn’t add anything new to Ridge Racer’s well-worn formula, nor does it do anything particularly daring with it, but the 3D overhaul combined with a surplus of content are enough to get people playing this franchise once again.
#3. 3D Super Hang-On
- Release Data: M2/Sega, 2013
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
3D Super Hang-On is still a thrilling experience on Nintendo 3DS, offering a variety of inputs of which the gyro sensor one turned out to be the most enjoyable, and lots of options to tune the experience to suit everyone’s personal taste and level of skill.
It’s a short ride, but one that’s worth jumping into again and again.
#2. 3D Out Run
- Release Data: M2/Sega, 2015
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
3D Out Run is an incredible and affordable way to experience not just a legendary racing game, but a cultural moment in time.
Whether you’re flipping your car through heavy traffic or cruising along the beachfront, 3D Out Run is a cool, chill, and infinitely replayable classic.
#1. Mario Kart 7
- Release Data: Retro Studios/Nintendo, 2011
- Genre: Racing » Arcade » Automobile
No one does kart racing quite like Nintendo and this entry in the beloved series really shines with its greatness.
With memorable new tracks, well implemented gyro controls, and a handful of new modes, Mario Kart 7 is full of win.
Overall, it’s a well-polished experience that fans of the kart-racing genre should not hesitate to play.
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