STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™: release date, edition comparison & system requirements

Start your engines, racers. STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™ is about to blast onto screens everywhere, and if you want to be first off the starting line, you need the full rundown. We've got everything you need to know about the STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™ release date, all three editions, preorder bonuses, and the exact system requirements for PC and consoles. No fluff, no filler. Let's punch it.

 

STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™ Release Date and Regional Launch Times

STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™ launches worldwide on October 6, 2026, across PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This is a simultaneous global digital rollout, so the servers go live at 15:00 UTC sharp. That means your local start time depends entirely on where you're sitting.

Here's the breakdown for the major time zones:

United States (PDT / EDT)	October 6 at 8:00 AM PDT / 11:00 AM EDT
United Kingdom (BST)	October 6 at 4:00 PM BST
France, Germany, Spain (CEST)	October 6 at 5:00 PM CEST
Singapore (SGT)	October 6 at 11:00 PM SGT
Hong Kong (HKT)	October 6 at 11:00 PM HKT
Japan (JST)	October 7 at 12:00 AM (Midnight)

Japan gets the midnight rollover, so racers there will be tearing up the Outer Rim just after the clock strikes twelve. Everyone else gets a daytime or evening start depending on their region. Set an alarm, clear your schedule, and get ready.

 

STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™ Edition Comparison and Pricing

Developer and publisher store listings confirm three distinct tiers for STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™. Whether you just want the core experience or you're a diehard collector, there's an option for you.

Standard Edition

$59.99 USD / €59.99 EUR

This is the baseline. You get the full base game, which includes the single-player roguelite campaign following Shade in the Outer Rim, online multiplayer for up to 12 players, and every standard repulsorcraft class: podracers, landspeeders, speeder bikes, and skim speeders. If you preorder early, you also snag a special bonus livery and a player banner.

Deluxe Edition

$79.99 USD / €79.99 EUR

This tier is built for fans who want expanded cosmetic and arcade options. You get everything in the Standard Edition plus the Deluxe Upgrade bundle. That bundle packs three exclusive high-performance vehicles: the Kor Sarun: Ciza T speeder bike, the Darc X landspeeder, and the Rak S skim speeder. You also get an exclusive Naboo N-1 starfighter-inspired vehicle livery, three dedicated Arcade events, a deluxe player banner, and a digital art book.

Collector's Edition

$159.99 USD / €159.99 EUR

This one is for the physical collectors out there. The Collector's Edition bundles all the Deluxe digital contents along with some seriously cool physical items. You get a detailed metal model of the Kor Sarun: Darc X landspeeder measuring 177.88 x 33.3 x 87.3 mm, Kestar's full-scale vertical fabric banner, and a 73-page hardcover art book. It's a shelf piece as much as it is a game.

 

STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™ System Requirements

Hardware demands differ across platform ecosystems, but the goal is the same everywhere: smooth, high-speed arcade performance without a hitch.

PC Minimum Requirements

Component	Minimum Requirement
OS	Windows 10
Processor	Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
Memory	12 GB RAM
Graphics	Nvidia RTX 2060, Intel Arc A580, or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (6GB VRAM)
Storage	50 GB available space on an SSD (strictly mandatory)

PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S Requirements

Current-generation console requirements are standardized around the native hardware capabilities of the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Both consoles utilize built-in ultra-fast SSD storage architecture to handle seamless track streaming and load times, while supporting full controller rumble and haptic feedback features right out of the box. If you're on a current-gen console, you're good to go without any extra fuss.

 

Conclusion

STAR WARS: Galactic Racer™ hits PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on October 6, 2026, with a simultaneous global digital rollout at 15:00 UTC. The Standard Edition runs $59.99 USD / €59.99 EUR, the Deluxe Edition bumps up to $79.99 USD / €79.99 EUR with exclusive vehicles and arcade events, and the Collector's Edition sits at $159.99 USD / €159.99 EUR with physical goodies for the shelf. Preorder early and you get a bonus livery and player banner. On PC, you'll need an SSD with 50 GB free and the listed specs. On console, the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S handle everything natively. Pick your edition, clear your drive, and get ready to race.

 

FAQ

Can I play STAR WARS: Galactic Racer completely offline?

Yes, you can play the single-player campaign, scenarios, and arcade events offline, though an internet connection is required for online multiplayer and connected leaderboards.

Are the classic podracers fully customizable?

No, while other speeder classes feature extensive visual and performance customization, the iconic podracers are not customizable.

Does the game feature local split-screen co-op?

No, local split-screen is not supported; multiplayer experiences focus entirely on online PvP matches for up to 12 players (or up to 8 players specifically for podracers).

Do I need an Epic Games account to play on Steam?

Yes, because the game uses Epic Online Services to power cross-platform multiplayer, you must sign in with an Epic Games account to manage cross-play friends even if playing on Steam.