Games like Ridge Racer on PlayStation
3 of the 4 modern alternatives to Ridge Racer (1993) run on PlayStation. The cheapest is CarX Drift Racing Online at € 14,79. 2 are made by independent developers.
PlayStation is well served for console classics, through official remasters, the PlayStation Plus classics catalogue, and the many indie games built in the style of the originals. Availability of older PS1 and PS2 titles varies by region and changes over time.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
Horizon Chase 2 Indie
€ 19,99A modern arcade racer chasing the same fast, colourful spirit.
Horizon Chase 2 is also an alternative to 3 other classics
Horizon Chase 2 runs on PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
inertial drift Indie
€ 19,99A twin-stick drifting racer with a stylish neon aesthetic.
inertial drift is also an alternative to 2 other classics
inertial drift runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
CarX Drift Racing Online
€ 14,79Drifting as the whole point, with a physics model built for holding long slides.
CarX Drift Racing Online runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Not on PlayStation
These alternatives to Ridge Racer are listed on the main page, but do not run on PlayStation:
All 4 games like Ridge Racer