Trackmania Exchange (TMX)

TrackMania Exchange (TMX) is a cornerstone of the TrackMania community, serving as a platform for sharing, discovering, and discussing custom maps created by players across all TrackMania titles. Established in the early 2000s, it has evolved alongside the series, adapting to new game releases and community needs.

Overview

TMX is a hub for player-created content, allowing users to upload, download, and rate maps. The platform supports different TrackMania titles, including TrackMania Nations, TrackMania United, and the more recent TrackMania 2020. Each title has its own dedicated subdomain or section, ensuring a tailored experience for its community.

The site operates under the larger ManiaExchange Network, which also includes related projects like ManiaPark (for custom models, skins, and textures) and ShootMania Exchange.

Key Features

• Map Sharing: Players can upload custom maps with detailed descriptions, thumbnails, and tags. Maps are categorized by style, difficulty, and length, making it easy for users to find content that suits their preferences.
• Leaderboards: Time records from players worldwide are displayed, encouraging competitive spirit and replayability.
• Competitions: TMX frequently organizes mapping contests, like the Monthly Track Contest (MTC), fostering creativity in the community.
• Community Features: Forums, user reviews, and ratings help players connect, provide feedback, and improve their creations.

Recent Developments

The platform underwent significant updates with the release of TrackMania 2020, introducing modern features like API integrations and streamlined interfaces for sharing and tracking records. In 2023, ManiaPark was relaunched to centralize resources for multiple TrackMania titles, making it easier to access a variety of custom content in one place.

Legacy and Community Impact

TMX has played a pivotal role in sustaining TrackMania’s community-driven ethos. By supporting creative endeavors and competitive play, it has become an essential tool for engaging with the franchise. The platform's emphasis on user-generated content ensures TrackMania remains dynamic and appealing to both new and veteran players.

Subpages

TrackMania 2020 Exchange

• Dedicated to maps and records for the latest iteration of TrackMania. Features enhanced tools for creators and seamless integration with in-game leaderboards.

TrackMania United/Nations Forever Exchange

• Archival content and active community support for classic games in the franchise, preserving the rich history of custom maps.

ManiaPark

• The go-to resource for custom models, skins, and other assets, catering to creators looking to personalize their maps and vehicles.

ShootMania Exchange

• A sister site supporting Nadeo’s FPS title, providing a similar platform for sharing and competing on custom maps.

TMX Links

Here's the list of websites that link to the whole TMX network.

Mania.exchange - This is the website that links to all of the exchange websites.

TMNF-X

Trackmania 2020 Exchange - Trackmania 2020 map exchange.

Trackmania² Exchange - Maniaplanet map exchange.

Shootmania Exchange - Shootmania map exchange.

Item Exchange - Item Exchange for Maniaplanet and Trackmania 2020.

Maniapark - Skin Exchange website for TMNF, Maniaplanet and Trackmania 2020.

TM Tube - Video content based website for Trackmania, works similarly to Youtube.

TMUF Exchange - TMUF map exchange.

TMNF Exchange - TMNF map exchange.

TMN Exchange - TMN ESWC map exchange.

Sunrise Exchange - TrackMania Sunrise map exchange.

TMO Exchange - Trackmania Original map exchange.