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Wipeout-inspired racer BallisticNG now has Linux support

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For those who remember Wipeout, the fast-paced futuristic racer you will probably want to take a close look at BallisticNG [Official Site] now it has Linux support. Released alongside update 0.9.4 that also added SteamVR support, which is the last Early Access version of the game. 

BallisticNG features 17 tracks set in unique locations, with a bunch of them being reversible, 13 different teams each with their own different racer, in-game pickups like mines, 6 different game modes, a single-player campaign as well as split-screen support.

The developer, Neognosis, was kind enough to send over a Steam key so I've been having a play with it. Surprisingly, it really does feel like Wipeout, I think they've hit the exact mark they were going for. It feels incredibly fast, it has good gamepad support with my Steam Controller working right out of the box too.

I think my favourite feature is the cockpit view, as each ship has a unique cockpit and what they did with the audio there to try and make it sound authentic is pretty sweet. I actually found it easier to control the ship while in the cockpit mode as well, as they really are crazy fast it takes quite a lot of practice.

For those thinking that it doesn't look graphically impressive, that's part of the point. They really are emulating the feel of the classics, although there are a few effects you can turn on if you wish. 

In terms of performance, not a single issue. It's super smooth and responsive, exactly how it should be done.

Find it on Steam, it's only £3.99 and that's crazy.

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9 comments

Geppeto35 Apr 24, 2018
instabuy!
We need a P.O.D. rebirth!! Best racer EVER!
Planet Of Death
logge Apr 24, 2018
I'll buy that for sure! But we also need a High Octane rebirth!
pb Apr 24, 2018
Ah, I hoped that BeamNG.drive will be next, but it's a different team. Wishlisted all the same. ;-)
g000h Apr 24, 2018
Thinking about this. I quite like the look of the Redout game, but that's only on Windows (ack) whereas this fulfils the Linux preference. Used to really like Wipeout. Does this play really nicely? Probably check out some game-play videos later.
Keyrock Apr 24, 2018
I'll almost certainly get this once it comes out of early access.
axredneck Apr 24, 2018
Size of the game in Steam is 0 bytes.
And strangely it's in my library though i didn't buy it.


Last edited by axredneck on 24 April 2018 at 12:32 pm UTC
Doc Angelo Apr 24, 2018
Quoting: axredneckSize of the game in Steam is 0 bytes.
And strangely it's in my library though i didn't buy it.

Even more strange: It's not visible in my library, yet the store page says I own it. It doesn't turn up in my purchase history, neither Steam nor HumbleBundle. When I click "Play Now", it installs it within a second and can't be started because of "missing executable". (Note: Just tried this on Windows because I'm on that partition right now.)

Apart from that: Looks nice and the soundtrack reminds me of the good old 90ies tracks. Nice one! I really want to buy it... if I don't already own it. Well... I kinda wish that I don't own it yet, because such projects need financial support! :D

Edit: There is a Swordfish II model on the workshop... I can't not buy this...!!!


Last edited by Doc Angelo on 24 April 2018 at 3:20 pm UTC
gustavoyaraujo Apr 25, 2018
I bought it. Interesting game.
Luke_Nukem Apr 28, 2018
Woah... They rerally nail the Wip3out look and feel. I hope that doesn't cause issues for them.
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