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Release Date Postponed | Public Playtest Registration Open

First of all, thank you so much for being here — I can truly feel the excitement building around the game’s release and it means a lot! 💙

[h3]📢 I’ve got two updates to share — one good, and one not-so-good.[/h3]

[h2]🛑 The Delay[/h2]
[h3](But you’ll still get to play today with brand new game mode!
Check the screen below to see a preview )[/h3]
The tough news first: despite all the sleepless nights, countless hours, and the fact that all tracks, arenas, and game modes are in place — I can’t release the game just yet.

My original plan was to test the game with a small closed community group before launch. Unfortunately, I ended up building things right up to the last minute, and that testing phase didn’t happen.

Even though the full scope of the game is almost complete, There still might be bugs, performance issues, and other problems — simply because I didn’t have time to properly test everything, optimize everything and test everything in online (with so many game modes it is just too risky).

This game promises to be the best kart racer on the market — and while this delay is disappointing, I’d rather push the release than risk breaking your trust. The game is massive, and without solid testing, your experience just wouldn’t be where it should be.

😞 I’m just as disappointed as you are. But the game’s future , and community around the game - matters more than pushing it out too soon and risking killing the game after all these years.

[h2]📆 So, When’s the New Date?[/h2]
To make sure we do this properly, the new release date is[h3] July 17th. [/h3]

[h2]🎮 Free Playtest [/h2]
But Here’s the Good News - you’ll still get to play part of the game and with a brand new game mode and new track,
I know many of you were ready to play — so today/tomorrow, I will launch a public playtest!
Look for the next announcement later this day

You’ll get access to:
🚗 A brand-new track
🌐 Online multiplayer support
[h3]🔥 A fresh new game mode: Road Breaker[/h3]



This playtest will run all week, including the weekend — and there might even be a second one 👀

Even though the full launch is delayed, you’ll still get hands-on time with the game for free— and that might even be better for some of you.
Be sure to invite your friends and ask them to wishlist the game too 🙌

🎉 Road Breaker is seriously fun — I hope, even if you’re disappointed, you’ll understand and support the decision ❤️

Edit - Playtest registration is now open, as soon as playtest begin I will let everyone knows!

Early Access Release Date & Pricing Revealed!

[h2]Release Date[/h2]
After years of work, I’m super excited to finally share the big news:
The Karters 2: Turbo Charged is coming to Early Access on June 2nd, 2025!

Yep, just a few weeks away—and yep, it’s the same week Mario Kart World drops.
That means it’s going to be an epic week for all kart racing fans.

And honestly? I believe our indie kart racer has the power to surprise a lot of people!
It’s time for the karting genre to shine 🏁

[h2]What can you expect at launch?[/h2]
  • 🏎️ 16 unique race tracks
  • 🔥 6–8 battle arenas
  • 🎮 8–12 game modes – some for racing, some for battling, and some totally new like Quick Cut with semi-randomized tracks
  • 🌐 Online multiplayer with dedicated servers, clans, and ranked matches
  • 🛠️ Modding support with – over 1,000 mods already supported!
  • 👉 Check out the Workshop here: https://steamcommunity.com/app/2269950/workshop/
The Steam page will get updated soon with all the final details: modes, features, languages, and more

[h2]So why Early Access?[/h2]
Originally, the plan was to do a full release.
Now, as you may have noticed, I’ve decided to launch the game in Early Access.
But don’t worry - all the game content will be there from day one - tracks, modes, multiplayer, modding.

Early Access just gives me space to add at least these two INSANE features:
  • A full Story Mode Campaign
  • An in-game track editor, so you can build and share tracks right inside the game. Modnation Racers style
Of course you can expect improvements, more content and more game modes through this EA phase as well!

[h2]Pricing[/h2]
The Karters 2 will be priced at $29.99 during Early Access with regional pricing support and launch discount.

I hope to include 4-pack bundle where you can get 4 copies in a price of 3 but Steam need to approve that first - so stay tuned for more updates about that.

[h2]The Goal - Full Release[/h2]
The goal is to launch the full version by the end of 2025, simultaneously with Consoles, with modding, in-game track editor, story mode and online cross-play support on Consoles from day one.

[h2]Devlogs[/h2]
Leading up to launch, I’ll be posting devlog updates almost daily - right here on Steam, in the Discord, and on X.
  • discord.gg/TheKarters
  • https://x.com/SebsGamedevVLOG
One of the X post got over 750 000 views and overall it is a great summary of the game so check it out:
https://x.com/SebsGamedevVLOG/status/1911089844203184222

[h2]In-Depth Youtube Videos[/h2]
Don’t forget to check out the latest videos on the official The Karters 2 YouTube channel!
We dive deep into Time Trials, Modding, Items, and Physics - each video is around 10 minutes long and packed with details

https://www.youtube.com/@thekarters2/videos


[h2]Spread the word![/h2]
If you’re excited for The Karters 2, please share the news with your friends and communities. If you know content creators who love kart games, let them know too!

Thank you for joining this journey. Let’s make The Karters 2: Turbo Charged the kart racer you’ve dreamed of!

The Karters 2: Turbo Charged is now set for Q1 2025🚦

After nearly a year (!) of beta testing and your incredible feedback, we’re in the final stretch of development! During this time, our sole focus will be on polishing and improving the game to ensure the best experience possible.

We can’t wait for everyone to experience all the official race tracks and exciting game modes we have solo or online.

Also, we’re eager to see you on the leaderboards and for you to enjoy the amazing community-created Mods too!

Get ready for an epic kart racing experience —we can’t wait to race with you next year!

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Modding Support Explained! | Check out the new Youtube Video Now

We’re excited to share our latest video, where we reveal everything you need to know about
Modding support in The Karters 2: Turbo Charged!

Whether you’re on PC or console, we’re putting the power of creativity right into your hands. Ever dreamed of designing your own track or racing as a custom character? Now you can!

There are already over 500 mods available, and the game hasn’t even launched yet! Explore them here:
https://steamcommunity.com/app/2269950/workshop/


Check out the video to see how you can create, share, and enjoy modded content in The Karters 2!

[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

Ready to Make Your Mark? Check out the documentation and start Modding Today! 🏁
https://github.com/PixelEdgeGames/TheKarters_WorkshopProjectRelease/wiki

Discord: https://discord.gg/TheKarters

Deep dive into the Power-Ups and Health System in The Karters 2: Turbo Charged!

We just released a new YouTube video showcasing the Power-Ups and Health System in The Karters 2: Turbo Charged!

Get ready for some epic action, crazy power-ups, and a health system that keeps everyone in the race! Ever wanted to blast a bazooka, hit someone with a Tesla gun, or turn into a magic tank?

Check it out here:
[previewyoutube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4g2Cx2xIUHE[/previewyoutube]

Don't forget to wishlist and follow The Karters 2 for more updates as we get closer to the finish line!