Hot Wheels Infinite Rush PC Review
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Version tested: PC
Version tested: PC (9800X3D, 64GB DDR5 and RTX 5090)
Milestone is back with a fresh spin on their high-speed die-cast franchise. Moving away from the track-centric, room-bound boundaries of Hot Wheels Unleashed and its sequel, Hot Wheels Infinite Rush broadens its horizons by dragging miniature motorsport right out into a massive, open-world playground. But does shifting gears into open-world exploration work for toy cars, or does it run out of petrol? Let’s dive in.
Gameplay & Open-World Design
Right from the off, Infinite Rush changes up the formula by dropping you into Wheelswood, the first of four distinct open-world islands (alongside Tentacle Bay, Gearville, and Drifty Temples). Instead of instantly selecting tracks from a menu, you are tasked with exploring the environment, smashing through environmental props to earn XP, hunting down collectables, and locating race routes naturally across the map.
The game sorts its massive roster of over 150 base vehicles into four unique classes: Versatile for general balance, Speeders for straight-line velocity, Drifters for carving corners, and Titans for heavy-duty off-roading. Each vehicle class handles distinctly on PC, and you’ll need to swap between them depending on whether you’re tackling checkpoint challenges, stunt events, or traditional races. Progression revolves around taking down local Rush Squads and ultimately challenging each island’s Rush Master boss to earn their car and title.
Graphics & Audio
Running on PC, Infinite Rush looks wonderfully vibrant. The visual contrast of glossy plastic car paint, metallic flakes, and textured rubber tyres against oversized, real-world backdrops hits that nostalgic sweet spot. Textures are sharp, lighting effects pop during high-speed boosts, and performance remains buttery smooth even when chaos erupts on screen.
Audio design follows suit with an energetic soundtrack that captures the arcade spirit, paired with the satisfying, high-pitched whines of electric motors and plastic chassis scraping against asphalt.
Systems, Progression & Track Builder
Progression offers a satisfyingly slow and natural burn during the initial hours, giving you plenty of room to build up your garage and apply various mods (ranging from C-level up to S-level) to your favourite rides.
For creators, the returning Track Builder is better than ever, allowing you to anchor modules directly into the open-world environment, loop around towering buildings, and even test your creations with AI opponents included. Combined with robust online cross-platform multiplayer and 4-player local split-screen, there is no shortage of ways to play.
Verdict:
Hot Wheels Infinite Rush takes a bold risk by breaking out of the toy box and into open-world territory. While it doesn’t entirely reinvent the arcade racing wheel, its gorgeous PC presentation, diverse vehicle handling classes, creative track builder, and satisfying exploration make it a thrilling ride for both long-time fans and newcomers alike.
Score:
7.8 / 10
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Pros
- Gorgeous open-world environments that make exploration fun.
- Diverse vehicle classes that each handle uniquely on PC.
- Incredible and expansive Track Builder with AI testing tools.
- Crisp performance, sharp visuals, and energetic sound design.
Cons
- Open-world navigation can occasionally feel a bit disjointed for a racing game.
- Some repetitive side activities in the later stages.
