Tokyo Xtreme Racer Mods You Need To Try

Tokyo Xtreme Racer’s 2025 reboot already has a thriving mod scene, and these are our top picks for free community-created content available right now.

After a shock announcement in early January 2025, Tokyo Xtreme Racer hit Steam Early Access just a few weeks later, bringing an all-new release to the much-loved Japanese highway racing series for the first time in nearly two decades.

The Early Access launch delivered impressive content from day one, with half the story mode available, over 200 rival racers to challenge, and 48 licensed cars spanning from the legendary Toyota AE86 to the latest Mazda 3.

You can now blast through 180 kilometers (110 miles) of the newly-recreated Shuto Expressway with fan-favorite crews like Rolling Guy making a comeback.

The game’s “Overwhelmingly Positive” Steam reception and peak player count of almost 16,000 proved that the launch was a huge hit. Genki also showed how to properly roll out an Early Access release, while Assetto Corsa EVO left fans lacking content just a few days later.

While the full version is expected around May 2025, bringing additional cars, rivals, and story content, the community has already started creating their own mods, bringing fresh additions and refinements.

Thankfully, given its Unreal Engine 5 foundations, TXR2025 once again welcomes modifications like its predecessors. The modding scene that kept the original games fresh through countless community updates is already re-emerging, with the first mods appearing just days after the Early Access launch.

Though currently PC-exclusive during the Early Access period, Genki has made strong hints that console versions are in development. However, the modding capabilities will remain PC-only since PlayStation and Xbox platforms don’t allow the required file modifications.

Before diving into the mods, remember to only download from trusted sources like the ones found in this article. We also strongly recommend backing up your game files before installing any modifications to prevent potential issues.

With that in mind, let’s look at our recommended Tokyo Xtreme Racer mods. Many more will undoubtedly surface in the coming months, especially when the full game is released.

UEVR Virtual Reality/Cockpit Mod

Official documentation/installation instructions

Released just a few days after TXR’s Early Access launch, this third-party mod adds the highly-requested full VR support and cockpit view functionalities. Created by modder Praydog, it provides a surprisingly well-polished VR experience.

As you’d hope, there’s proper head tracking and in-car positioning, making the already intense high-speed highway battles even more extreme. While the interior views are a little basic due to the lack of car interiors in the game, you’ll soon forget about this when you’re door-to-door with your rivals!

Performance is solid even on older GPUs like the GTX 1070 when running optimized settings, though you’ll need to adjust graphics options for smooth VR gameplay. The entire game, including menus and garage scenes, works in VR mode.

Installation is straightforward through the UEVR website, and there’s also a detailed setup guide from HokiHoshi in the video above. There’s still talk of official VR support that may be introduced later, but this mod offers an excellent alternative for now.

Weather/Time Of Day Mod

Official documentation/installation instructions

This UE4SS script allows you to adjust everything from HDR settings to weather conditions. Created by PrzemekWolw, it adds a huge selection of customization options.

Several key mod features include HDR display output, virtual shadow maps for crisper shadows, and complete control over time progression. You can increase and fine-tune the fog density and cloud coverage using simple keyboard shortcuts, giving atmospheric Silent Hill-style vibes to the midnight highway runs.

Performance impact varies depending on your settings. Disabling texture streaming requires 8GB GPU memory but reduces CPU load, while enabling HDR needs Windows HDR support. The mod also includes a low-end hardware mode for older systems.

Installation requires UE4SS experimental and files placed in your game’s installation folder. While there are some reports of stability issues, others seem to have no problems, so it’s well worth trying. Full installation instructions and key bindings are available in the documentation link above.

CRT ReShade Mod

Official documentation/installation instructions

For those who love old-school classics, this mod brings back the 90s vibes to the 2025 Tokyo Xtreme Racer reboot by recreating the nostalgic look of playing the OG Tokyo Xtreme Racer games on a CRT display.

The mod adds scan lines, subtle screen curvature, and authentic color grading to match the PS2/Dreamcast-era visuals. It’s a great way to experience TXR2025 with a retro twist while keeping the game’s modern resolution and frame rates.

Installation requires ReShade to be installed first. Once installed, you must download the preset files from the Nexus Mods link above and follow the instructions to activate the effects.

Lumen Reflection Mod

Official documentation/installation instructions

This simple mod adds ray-traced style reflections to the game. The changes are subtle and most noticeable in tunnels and on car bodies, where you’ll see realistically scattered reflections based on surface materials. It’s most evident when multiple cars are close together and under strong lighting.

Performance impact is significant – expect around 30 FPS lower than standard settings. While it works on non-RTX cards through software-based ray tracing, you’ll want decent hardware to maintain playable frame rates. For best results, set your in-game reflection settings to maximum.

Installation is simple – just download the Engine.ini file from the link above and follow the included directory instructions. Remember to back up your original file first in case you want to revert the changes.

Note that if you’re running Global Illumination on high or ultra settings, Lumen is already enabled, and this mod just enhances the reflection aspects.

Game Plus+ Save Pack/Game Save

Official documentation/installation instructions

Think of this save pack as the ultimate cheat code. It brings four “New Game Plus” options, perfect if you’ve already completed the Early Access content or simply want to skip the grind.

There are four packs:

• Basic cars-only unlock
• All perks available (but not purchased)
• All perks purchased
• All perks purchased, along with loads of starting money

This is specifically designed for Early Access version 0.1, so we recommend checking the latest updates on the link above before installing. Remember to back up your original save file just in case.

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