Screamer

Release Date: 2026

Racing, science fiction, cars, for 2 players, splitscreen, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet

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An arcade racing game, serving as a reincarnation of the original Screamer back from 1995. Milestone studio is once again behind the development. This new version of Screamer puts focus on street competition between drivers. The story in the game is presented by anime-like cut-scenes from the Japanese Polygon Pictures studio.

Videos and Screens

[1:02] Screamer - The Game Awards 2024 Trailer

The original Screamer from 1995 represented the genre of arcade racing games, somewhat reminiscent of The Need for Speed or the Ridge Racer series. The series then turned towards rallies for the next two entries, and its fourth instalment, Screamer 4x4 released in 2000, was an off-road driving simulation. The first three games were the work of the Italian studio Milestone. The same developer brought the brand back to life over a quarter of a century later, creating its reboot in a new formula, simply titled Screamer.

Gameplay

Similar to the original, Screamer focuses on sports cars, which race on asphalt roads (in this case city streets) at dizzying speeds. This time the emphasis is on battles between drivers using "combat" gameplay mechanics.

Story

Another distinguishing feature of the Screamer reboot is its in-depth storyline, showing the fates of a number of characters (one of them played by famous voice actor Troy Baker) who take part in a street racing tournament in the near future. The story incorporates themes of love, revenge, and greed. It is illustrated by cut-scenes prepared by the Japanese animation studio Polygon Pictures, inspired by manga and anime from the 1980s and 1990s.