PowerShift: Minimalist 2.5D Retro Racer with Manual Transmission

9/9/2026, 8:05:07 PM

Release date: 3/24/2023

Tags: #racing #2.5d #hand-drawn #physics #arcade #singleplayer

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 235 (JPY)

Steam JP

$1.99 (USD)

Steam

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Japan Price: ¥ 235
Global Price: $1.99
Price in Your Region: ¥ 235Prices as Steam lists them per country. What you are actually charged depends on your Steam account settings.Regional prices checked: 10 Sept 2026
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 9/9/2026, 8:00:41 PM

Key highlight

Race through the shadownet desert in PowerShift, a minimalist 2.5D hand-drawn racer featuring a manual transmission. Test your reflexes in time trials, with more modes and features planned.

Who this is for

Recommended for players seeking a challenging 2.5D arcade racer where manual transmission control is key.

Details

Overview

PowerShift is a minimalist, 2.5D retro racer developed and published by Ghoulbane. Players will race across the "shadownet desert" utilizing a manual transmission to achieve the fastest times possible without crashing. The game emphasizes precision and reflexes, offering an arcade-style racing experience.

Highlights

Genre & Style: A 2.5D, hand-drawn, physics-based arcade racer.
Core Mechanic: Features a manual transmission, requiring players to manage gears for optimal speed and control.
Current & Future Content: Currently available with time trial mode, with campaign mode, a full soundtrack, individual car AI, and controller/wheel support planned for future updates.

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy classic arcade racing with a retro aesthetic. Those who appreciate games that test reflexes and offer a challenge through precise mechanics, like manual transmission control, will find PowerShift particularly engaging. Its minimalist design and focus on pure racing make it suitable for fans of straightforward, skill-based gameplay.

Game Info

Developed and published by Ghoulbane, PowerShift was released on March 24, 2023. It is a singleplayer experience that also supports multiplayer, and is available through Steam Family Sharing. The game is currently in development, with more features promised to be added post-launch.Check the review panel on this page or the Steam listing for the latest user review trend.