CarX Street – PlayStation, Xbox, & Switch Release Dates

Following CarX Street’s sudden PC release, consoles are next. Here’s when PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch owners will get to shred their tires in Sunset City.

CarX Technologies finally released the long-awaited CarX Street on Steam for PC gamers on August 29, 2024, after initially teasing it in 2022 alongside the launch of the mobile version.

After two years of waiting, frustrated fans began jokingly speculating that GTA 6 might launch first, quipping, “I can’t wait for this game to come out in 2028.” However, following the long wait, the shock PC announcement came out of nowhere just a couple of weeks before the official launch.

It silenced skeptics with an impressive gameplay trailer and a bargain price of just $19.99 (£14.99 in the UK), with no in-game microtransactions, as fans originally feared.

CarX Street Console Release Dates

Although it’s great to see the PC release, drifting fans who want to enjoy CarX Street on their PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch will need to wait a little longer.

Despite the team confirming on social media that it will definitely be coming to consoles, there’s currently no official date. However, we expect it to arrive by the end of 2024.

Given that the PC launch was a major surprise, the console release may have a similar rollout and (hopefully) arrive sooner than anticipated.

Leaked Images Show CarX Street On Xbox

Eagle-eyed fans spotted Xbox button prompts in the recent PC trailer’s ‘Photo mode,’ proving that the team is working on it behind the scenes and providing optimism that the console release may be around the corner.

What To Expect From CarX Street On Consoles

CarX Street already provides an incredible street racing and drifting experience for PC gamers, receiving a significant overhaul from the current CarX Drift Racing Online game, which can be purchased for Xbox/PlayStation/Switch.

Compared to the track-focused CarX Online, Street delivers a diverse open-world experience populated with heavy (and currently somewhat crazy) traffic, from everyday vehicles to construction equipment. It showcases awesome details and the usual fantastic physics you’d expect from the CarX Tech team.

It’ll come as no surprise that you can look forward to the return of the comprehensive customization system, which is now better than ever, featuring a huge selection of mods and upgrades.

There’s also an impressive lineup of vehicles inspired by real-world classics and modern performance cars, including JDM-“style” legends, such as the “Hakosuka” Skyline, Nissan S15, and Lexus LFA, alongside recent additions like the Toyota GR86.

While the PC version needs a decent gaming setup and may require upgrades to enjoy its full potential, console gamers get the convenience of knowing the game will be tailored to the exact specs of their Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch console.

CarX Tech will likely target the latest Xbox Series X|S and PS5 consoles for CarX Street’s release as previous generation hardware gradually phases out. A Nintendo Switch version is also probable, given it remains the current platform.

CarX Street is $19.99/£15 on Steam for PC gamers, but console gamers will likely pay a bit more.

Despite being an older game, CarX Drift Racing Online is $29.99/£24.99 on Xbox, $29.99/£18.99 on PlayStation, and $29.90/£21.99 on the Nintendo Store at the time of writing.

A positive aspect of waiting for the console release is that the initial PC reviews reveal mixed feedback and numerous bugs, given the major overhaul from the Mobile version. However, the development team is working hard to iron out these issues and has already begun rolling out updates.

Hopefully, they’ll have all (or at least most) of the issues resolved by the time CarX Street hits consoles.

Other Games To Play In The Meantime

While awaiting CarX Street’s console debut, drifting fans have several options.

CarX Drift Racing Online is the most similar experience for PlayStation 4, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch owners. This offers the signature CarX physics and drifting mechanics that fans have come to love, along with cross-platform multiplayer support.

For Xbox gamers seeking an open-world street drifting experience, Forza Horizon 5 provides a vast, diverse Mexican landscape. If Mexico doesn’t sound too tempting, many fans prefer the previous Forza Horizon 4 game, set in the UK. If you’re interested in this, you’ll need to grab it before it gets delisted in December 2024.

If you have a lower-spec laptop or Chromebook, you can also enjoy Drift Hunters MAX, a Drifted-exclusive game that’s completely free to play in your browser. This title offers plenty of awesome drifting action completely free without needing high-end hardware.

Lastly, mobile gamers can consider playing CarX Street on their smartphones until the console launch rolls around. While it may not have all the features of its PC and console counterparts, it provides a glimpse into the game’s core mechanics and open-world experience.

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