Top Xbox 360 Racing Games of 2011

Welcome to VideoGamer.com's top Xbox 360 Racing games of 2011, a list of the best videogames, created from editorial reviews on the site. It's the perfect tool to find that great game you haven't played yet, or even to find a gem for a friend or loved one as a gift.

Please take into account this list is in descending order! VideoGamer.com is always open to hearing about your opinion. Would your list be different? If so let us know by contacting us or tweeting us @VideoGamerCom.







  • 13.

    WRC 2 Review
    6

    WRC 2

    Other than the official WRC license all WRC 2 has going for it is a decent driving model. Everything else here feels dated and pales in comparison to numerous other games in the genre. Last year's WRC from Milestone was a so-so 6/10 effort, sorely lacking in... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

  • 12.

    Need for Speed The Run Review
    6

    Need for Speed The Run

    With the campaign over in an afternoon and the rest of the package failing to offer anything to keep you playing, The Run is some decent throwaway fun that will be forgotten very quickly. Rockets are being fired into the snow-covered peaks of the Rocky Mountains,... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

  • 11.

    Test Drive Unlimited 2 Review
    7

    Test Drive Unlimited 2

    At times it seems as though Eden tried to make the experience tedious, but it's possible to get hooked exploring the expansive island locations. Ever dreamt you had it all? Beautiful partner, sweet crib, stylish clothes,... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

  • 10.

    SEGA Rally Online Arcade Review
    7

    SEGA Rally Online Arcade

    At its best, SEGA Rally Online Arcade delivers a massive nostalgic kick that will go straight to the core of anybody who remembers feeding arcade machines an entire tube of fifty pence pieces. Ting. That's the distinct, SEGA-smeared audio cue that resonates from your... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

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  • 9.

    Cars 2: The Video Game Review
    7

    Cars 2: The Video Game

    If you or a family member really loves Lightning McQueen and the movie's cast of characters, this simple but fun arcade racer won't disappoint. Cars 2 no doubt had an easier time making its way over to video game land... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

  • 8.

    Burnout CRASH! Review
    7

    Burnout CRASH!

    Those still in a strop that it isn't the 'proper' Crash mode that we've seen in Burnout games previously are missing the point. It is what it is, and it is jolly good fun. Destruction is the name of the game in Burnout Crash. If the screen isn't a... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

  • 7.

    Driver: San Francisco Review
    8

    Driver: San Francisco

    Driver San Francisco could have been a one-trick pony but it has managed to use that trick in a variety of clever and interesting ways, ensuring the driving gameplay never becomes tiresome or generic. There's a lot to be said for offering something new. While Driver San... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360,Xbox 360

  • 6.

    Shift 2: Unleashed Review
    9

    Shift 2: Unleashed

    If you're a serious fan of the genre, know that Shift 2 does several things better than anything else on the market right now, which makes it an essential purchase. My advice? Don't bother with any of the exterior cameras when playing Shift... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

  • 5.

    DiRT 3 Review
    9

    DiRT 3

    DiRT 3 is hard to pick fault with. It's got the looks, the style, the superb sense of speed, and spot-on handling model that blurs the line between sim and arcade. Codemasters undoubtedly has one of the best racing game development studios... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

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  • 4.

    Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing Review
    9

    Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing

    Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing has all the best qualities that Mario Kart initiated years ago and features controls tailored to the portable iOS devices. Sonic and SEGA All-Stars Racing was released across multiple platforms last... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

  • 3.

    F1 2011 Review
    9

    F1 2011

    While casual players might question whether much is different a year down the road after 2010, those in the know will agree that F1 2011 is the most complete representation of the sport to date. You're screaming towards a rather terrifying-looking chicane at 180mph. The... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

  • 2.

    Forza Motorsport 4 Review
    9

    Forza Motorsport 4

    Alongside manifold technical improvements, Forza 4 brings a noticeable spark of excitement to the series. Everyone will have their own Forza Motorsport 4 story, and while many might... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360

  • 1.

    Joe Danger Special Edition Review
    9

    Joe Danger Special Edition

    Joe Danger: Special Edition is a charming triumph, an absolute joy to play, and a fresh modern title that effortlessly manages to play the same notes as the best video games of the 90s. As a child, I always used to doodle a wicked sweet pair of shades and a... more

    Reviewed on:   Platforms: Xbox 360