Black Smoke Studios announced today that Desert Race Adventures, a strategic rally adventure game with a roguelike twist, will launch in Summer 2025 on PC (Steam) and Nintendo Switch.
Developed by Portuguese indie team Firedrake Games and published by Finnish studio Black Smoke Studios, the game combines retro-inspired visuals with modern gameplay. Players will race across Europe and Africa, managing their crew and vehicle resources and making strategic decisions that impact each unique run.
For more details, you can view the full press release below:
April 22, 2025 – Black Smoke Studios are excited to announce the launch and release a brand new trailer for a strategic rally adventure game, Desert Race Adventures. Desert Race Adventures is coming out this summer, on PC (Steam) and Nintendo Switch!
Developed by a Portuguese indie team, Firedrake Games, and published by a Finnish studio and publisher, Black Smoke Studios, Desert Race Adventures is a retro-inspired strategic adventure game with a roguelike twist.
It’s Oregon Trail meets the Dakar Rally!
Set out on a race across Europe and Africa. Manage your team, vehicle and supplies strategically as you navigate the treacherous terrain. Each challenge on the road forces difficult decisions that impact your journey. Lead your pilot team to victory, and finish with a high score! Or try, fail, and try again…
ABOUT THE GAME
Desert Race Adventures is a rally adventure game with a roguelike twist.
Race across Europe and Africa, manage your vehicle’s resources and crew. Each decision you make on the road will affect your run, so choose strategically.
Core Elements
- Manage your crew and resources: From selecting your team members to managing your vehicle’s resources, every decision impacts your journey. Carefully allocate your food, fuel, and spare parts to sustain your team and maintain your vehicle.
- Sh*t happens on the road: Event encounters can either propel you forward or set you back. Choose your course of action wisely!
- Retro-inspired visuals: Drive into the beautifully crafted, retro-inspired world. It’s a pixel-perfect combo of retro visuals and modern gameplay.
- Race and race again: With multiple strategies and pilot combos to explore, and the unpredictable nature of the event system… every run will be a unique adventure!
