The best racing games on sale right now

Whether you want wide-open freedom, arcade cop chases or razor-sharp time trials, there's a discounted racer here for you. These three cover very different moods on the track.

Open-world arcade freedom

Forza Horizon 5 is the go-to modern open-world racer, set across a vibrant, seasonally-shifting map of Mexico. It's approachable for newcomers yet deep enough for wheel enthusiasts, with a huge car roster and constant events. It goes on sale regularly, so it's well worth watching for a dip near its all-time low.

Cops, robbers and pure arcade

For something faster and more reckless, Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit pits high-end supercars against relentless police in a slick, arcade-flavoured chase. It's an older release, so it tends to be heavily discounted and remains a brilliant pick-up-and-play racer for an evening.

Pure skill, zero cost

TrackMania Nations Forever strips racing down to its essentials: no traffic, no damage, just you, a stunt track and the clock. It's free, endlessly replayable and built around a passionate community that's still chasing perfect lap times years after release. If you enjoy shaving hundredths of a second off a run, nothing else scratches quite the same itch.

Buying tips

• Wishlist the paid racers and pounce when they hit a fresh low.
• Always check the current price and all-time low on each game's page.
• Compare Steam against keyshop prices before you commit.
• Start with the free option if you just want to feel out the genre.

For more bargains, see our best PC game deals right now, and if free is your budget, our best free-to-play games roundup. When you're ready to shop, our live deals page tracks every price drop.