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Trackmania is a series of racing games developed by Nadeo, where players race against the clock to set the fastest times on highly varied tracks. It is known for its unique blend of speed, stunts, and user-generated content.
Game Modes
Trackmania offers various game modes:
- Race: The main mode, where players race on time attack-based tracks.
- Stunt: Players gain points for performing tricks in a limited amount of time.
- Puzzle: Players build a track to match certain criteria while achieving a specific goal.
- Platform: Players must complete difficult obstacle courses with precision.
- Multiplayer: Compete against others in online races.
Key Features
- Time Attack: Race to set the best time.
- Track Editor: Create and share custom tracks.
- Stunts: Perform aerial stunts and other tricks to earn points.
- Tool-Assisted Speedrun: Use tools to achieve the fastest possible times with precision.
Trackmania Titles
The Trackmania series has several games:
- TrackMania (2003): The original game (later referred to as TrackMania Original) that started it all and introduced first of 3 environments - Alpine (Snow), Speed (Desert) , Rally. This version received expansion "TrackMania PowerUp (2004)".
- Trailer: https://youtu.be/D156JnVQw_4
- TrackMania Sunrise (2005): Introduced additional 3 environments - Island, Coast, Bay. This version received expansion "TrackMania Sunrise eXtreme (2005)"
- Trailer (Sunrise): https://youtu.be/Ol5dyU98a40
- Trailer (eXtreme): https://youtu.be/zCSjznqShQA
- TrackMania Nations ESWC (2006): A free-to-play game with an international competition which introduced environment - Stadium.
- Trailer: https://youtu.be/J8Gg_Unp_H0
- TrackMania United (2006): A compilation of all previous games with added features.
- Trailer: https://youtu.be/PmFSFzrvVp8
- TrackMania Nations Forever (2008): Re-imagination of "TrackMania Nations ESWC" with new features and items.
- Trailer: https://youtu.be/OkX_m7hTczI
- TrackMania United Forever (2008): A compilation of all previous games with added features.
- Trailer: https://youtu.be/gEXq89QL89g
- TrackMania DS (2008): A compilation of all previous games ported into Nintendo DS edition.
- Trailer (Announcement): https://youtu.be/6YI66a3fVQQ
- Trailer (Educational): https://youtu.be/g84Xetfoxso
- TrackMania Build To Race (2011): A compilation of all previous games ported into Nintendo Wii edition.
- Trailer: https://youtu.be/CSSg0_P5lQk
- TrackMania² Canyon (2011): After acquisition by Ubisoft, developer Nadeo created has released completely new environment "Canyon" which is based around original "Desert" environment within "ManiaPlanet".
- Trailer (Announcement): https://youtu.be/5_-Cq7NgkwQ
- Trailer (Educational): https://youtu.be/8520Xg28-MI
- Trailer (Launch): https://youtu.be/77r-ghIOQso
- TrackMania² Stadium (2013): Re-imagination of "TrackMania Nations" within "ManiaPlanet", including few new features and items.
- Trailer (Announcement): https://youtu.be/P5Qnws7Njas
- Trailer (Launch): https://youtu.be/LUBQIP7E7aQ
- TrackMania² Valley (2013): New environment introduced as "Valley" which is somewhat of a rework of base "Rally" environment from previous games.
- Trailer (Announcement): https://youtu.be/9hfCcQG5n5M
- Trailer (Launch): https://youtu.be/Mu7buNPYVEU
- TrackMania Turbo (2016): Released primarily for console market, but also PC - available on PS4 and XBOX1 with introduction of VR version as well. First time introducing environment (Lagoon).
- Trailer (Announcement): https://youtu.be/3piye62BYf4
- Trailer (VR): https://youtu.be/K8dVONH1m44
- Trailer (Launch): https://youtu.be/rl2kZH9GO2w
- TrackMania² Lagoon (2017): Imported from "TrackMania Turbo" into "ManiaPlanet" as 4th and last environment ever introduced into this version. Resembling mix of "Bay" and "Island" environments from previous games.
- Trailer (Launch): https://youtu.be/LHTNdZ1qQCQ
- Trackmania (2020): A modern reimagining of the classic game, with introduction of subscription based model to access all features.
- Trailer (Gameplay): https://youtu.be/yjmzsOOrEnQ
- Trailer (Launch): https://youtu.be/tkTPl0A_Bk4
Community
Trackmania has an active and creative community:
- Track Building: Players can create custom tracks using the in-game editor.
- Trackmania Exchange: A website where players can upload and download custom tracks.
- Competitions: There are numerous tournaments and leagues.