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Destruction-Themed Racer "Next Car Game" Gets a Real Name, Finally

Say hello to Wreckfest.

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Flatout creator Bugbear Entertainment has announced a new name for its demolition derby-themed racing game previously known as "Next Car Game." The project is now called Wreckfest, which Bugbear introduced with the following Urban Dictionary definition:

“Mostly common in racing series such as NASCAR and Formula 1 (aka F1). This happens on some tracks during races where the cars are close together and drivers misjudge how close the cars are. Thus, resulting in one big wreck after another.”

"As Wreckfest is all about the madness of colliding cars at breakneck speeds, a term describing the glory of tearing metal is nothing if not apt," Bugbear said.

Bugbear also announced the release of Build #6 of Wreckfest. It adds 18 player multiplayer, a new track, a new car, and improved suspension physics. For the full list of additions and fixes head over to the game's website.

Wreckfest is currently in Steam Early Access and Bugbear has yet to announce a release date. This is also just good reminder that Wreckfest's physics and destruction models are just super entertaining, as you can see in the video below.

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LMFAO...that looks hilarious.

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I had a great fun with Destruction Derby back then but never got into destruction racers again.
I wonder if this game can bring me back.

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From the makers of the criminally underrated, Ridge Racer Unbounded. This should be great as well.

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this looks like Flatout 2

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<< LINK REMOVED >> I fail to see how that's a bad thing

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<< LINK REMOVED >><< LINK REMOVED >> it obviously isnt

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Sounds like porn name.

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Sounds like a drunken party not a racing game.

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Didnt read whole news, but does it have multiplayer? Could be fun.

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<< LINK REMOVED >> It was five short paragraphs man... holy crap. If you're gonna comment, just read it :P

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<< LINK REMOVED >> Yes it has multiplayer.

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Flatout was one of the most funny racing games I've ever played. Hope Wreckfest can make to PS4!

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But next car game was better. :(

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Sounds like burnout...cool hope its on my x1 or ps4

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Hope this can make to Ps4 and X1 as well! The early access is ridiculously good and old school.

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Meh, I was never a fan of Flat Out, that game was crap.....can't see this being any better....

Bugbear is about as bad a developer as Eutechnyx......

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I'm just perfectly fine with Next Car Game as it was, but from a marketing standpoint it makes complete sense. Next Car Game - I'm not sure what I would be buying if I was just scrolling through steam. Next Car Game: Wreakfest - I might click on the link.

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Eh, while I can see the name matches the description properly, I still think Next Car Game was far better.

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Terrible.

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<< LINK REMOVED >> The new name is terrible, but the game is pretty damn fun, game is unmatched in destruction physics

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<< LINK REMOVED >><< LINK REMOVED >> I have played this quite a bit, but never realized how good of a job they have done with the physics in this game. Run a race on the figure 8 track and then replay it in super slow motion. It is mesmerizing to watch.

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