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Playtonic Unveils Super Yooka-Laylee Kart for PC

The pixel and Mode‑7‑inspired racer will stress high‑skill mechanics, rollback netcode and planned multiplayer betas ahead of an unannounced release.

Overview

  • Playtonic revealed Super Yooka-Laylee Kart on Friday during Summer Game Fest Day of the Devs and confirmed a PC (Steam) version with no release date.
  • Racing centers on a Rage comeback meter that builds when you are attacked and can trigger powerful revenge abilities to enable dramatic comebacks.
  • Collected coins raise top speed during races but can be banked between events to buy strong perks, creating a clear risk‑versus‑reward choice.
  • The game supports up to eight‑player local split‑screen, online play with rollback netcode for low input lag, and deep race customization and tournament tools.
  • Playtonic’s team includes veterans of Diddy Kong Racing, the title will appear at Summer Game Fest Play Days and in planned multiplayer betas, and console ports remain unconfirmed but expected by observers.