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Downforce is a card-based racing game where you bid, bet and race to get ahead. At the core is a strategic racing game where track placement is key and outfoxing other players at corners is essential. But around this are other bidding and betting elements that take the experience from a simple race to a grand strategy.
Unfortunately, Downforce is not available on Android, Mac, PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox X|S or iOS. However, we recommend the following games that offer a similar experience or theme:
Release Date: 01/01/2017
Skill Rating: 8+ year-olds
Players: 2-6
Genres: Strategy (Race and Sequencing)
Accessibility: 27 features
Components: Board, Figures and Pen and Pad
Developer: Restoration Game (@RestorationGame)
Costs: Purchase cost
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If you like the sound of Downforce but find it too complex or challenging, the games in this section offer a similar experience but with a lower Skill Rating.
Here are a selection of games with a similar theme to Downforce:
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If you like the sound of Downforce but it doesn’t offer the accessibility you require, the games in this section offer a similar experience but with more Accessibility Features. You can view a full breakdown in our Downforce Accessibility Report.
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