Dart Racer

LubSoft · Proteus Interactive

Released: Jun 23, 2026
Platforms
Last updated: 14 Sep 2026, 13:48 GMT

Updates & announcements

20 posts

14 Sep 2026Developer post
HOTAS support, Gamepad + Keyboard input rebinding - 2.13.0 is now LIVE!
RACERS! We’re back with another update for Dart Racer ! This time, we’re delivering a long-awaited feature that many of you have been asking for, along with complete control over how you fly and navigate through the tracks. Here is what’s new in version 2.13.0 : HOTAS Support: Ta
RACERS!
We’re back with another update for Dart Racer! This time, we’re delivering a long-awaited feature that many of you have been asking for, along with complete control over how you fly and navigate through the tracks.
Here is what’s new in version 2.13.0:
HOTAS Support: Take immersion to the next level! You can now plug in your flight stick and throttle setup for a true futuristic cockpit racing experience.
Gamepad + Keyboard input rebinding: Whether you play on a Gamepad or Keyboard, you can now fully rebind your controls to match your playstyle.
Full Changelog:
- input rebinding
- you can now rebind keys in controls menu!
- HOTAS support
- fixed respawn exploit on certain tracks
- fixed teleport gates on asteroid field track 3 pitching Dart down
Drop by the Discord server to let me know what you think of the update.
Yours,
LubSoft
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18 Aug 2026Developer post
Dart Racer update 2.12.1!
Just a couple fixes in this one. Changes: - fixed darts colliding with ground on ice maps in certain spots - fixed blackout blinking in some circumstances - fixed race HUD being on top of blackout Content is cooking!
10 Aug 2026Developer post
New dart, new tracks, online ghosts - Dart Racer 2.12.0 is now LIVE!
Racers! Thank you all for the fantastic reception of the Dart Racer Early Access. It's heart-warming to see you all making your way up in the leader boards, and it's great to hear all of the feedback from you all. This makes it so much more fun to work on the game! And that's wha
Racers!
Thank you all for the fantastic reception of the Dart Racer Early Access. It's heart-warming to see you all making your way up in the leader boards, and it's great to hear all of the feedback from you all. This makes it so much more fun to work on the game!
And that's what today's update is all about - more fun. And by more fun I mean more speed, and more risk. Introducing Xotka the dart of the daring. It's very fast, very fragile, and quite tricky to handle. It's a perfect choice for these of you, who look for higher scores and want to prove their skill.
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Speaking of proving yourself - there's a new way to compete with other players in the leader boards. Their best attempts are now saved online, and can serve as online ghosts you can race against. This way, you're competing right there on the track - not just in the high-score table.
To celebrate the occasion, Dart Racer enters its very first post-release discount. You can get the game 20% off, and throw yourself into a world of extreme speeds where gravity is but a joke. Get it now!

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Changelog:
added new dart!
added Cloudy City track 4
added Asteroid Field track 5
added online time trial ghosts (steam only)
if available, online ghost will be used instead of local one
added ghost position to race progress ui
revamped hover functionality to be more stable at higher speeds
improved performance during race start
fixed ai darts rotating slightly before race start
Drop by the Discord server to let me know what you think of the update.
That's it for today! Wishing you luck - you're going to need it taking all the tricky turns!
Yours,
LubSoft
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21 Jul 2026Developer post
Dart Racer update 2.11.6 hotfix!
A tiny hotfix! Changes: - fixed ground hits slowing Darts excessively - fixed Darts sometimes rotating before race starts - fixed haptics after race end Let me know if you encounter any issue!
20 Jul 2026Developer post
Dart Racer update 2.11.6!
Another small, but meaningful, update is upon us! The highlight this time is revamped hit response. Wall hits resulting in loss of control and wild bouncing around, are no more! Changes: - revamped hit response - it is now easier to push other darts - revamped dart engine plume e
06 Jul 2026Developer post
Dart Racer update 2.11.5
Another small one, finally fixed that annoying crash that could happen after end of the race! Changes: - Escape button now goes to top menu instead of quit menu in garage - Fixed common crash issue - thanks Aardcore! - Various performance optimizations - Sound improvements See yo
26 Jun 2026Developer post
A small Dart Racer update 2.11.4 is here!
Thank you for reports and suggestions, keep them coming! Changes: Added alternative gamepad circular split throttle input option. Instead of forward/backward movement for throttle, use circular motion for greater precision. You will figure it out! Added Dart trail preview in gara
Thank you for reports and suggestions, keep them coming!
Changes:

Added alternative gamepad circular split throttle input option. Instead of forward/backward movement for throttle, use circular motion for greater precision. You will figure it out!
Added Dart trail preview in garage
Added basic Vive input bindings to allow garage movement and ui interaction. Use gamepad for racing.
Added pickup sounds
Partial revamp of view distances for higher scalability levels
Increased damage feedback
Added a couple tutorials
Fixed Super Chill effect not working correctly for non vented boost types
Fixed various reported issues
Fixed rare crash
See you on the leaderboards!
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23 Jun 2026Developer post
Dart Racer - Early Access starts NOW!
RACERS! After 3 years of its initial Steam announcement Dart Racer is publicly available on Steam! After a terrific Next Fest run we're ready to start Early Access and allow the very first pretendents for the coveted Galaxy Cup to launch their Darts and laugh in the face of gravi
19 Jun 2026Developer post
STEAM DECK VERIFIED! + NEXT FEST Bonus content: Extra vehicle, extra track
Racers! Eight time's the charm. Seven times have I withdrawn Dart Racer from participating in Next Fest, only to promise myself (and some of you) that the Next Next Fest will be the one I'll take the plunge. Boy, was it worth it! This is just PERFECT for the quickly-approaching E
03 Jun 2026Developer post
Dart Racer coming to Steam Early access on June 23rd!
RACERS! Brace yourselves, Early Access launches on June 23rd! The development of Dart Racer started back in the times when dinosaurs still roamed the Earth, but our very dedicated (albeit small) community never gave up hope throughout all the eons. It feels a bit surreal to annou
09 May 2026Developer post
Last 48hrs in DART RACER's final playtest before Early Access! + Steamdeck news!
Racers! This is just a quick heads-up: we're ALMOST ready to wrap up the final playtest that's currently active. We'll be taking it down around this time on Monday, That's 48 more hours (just 48!) to join, race around, make your mark on the leaderboards, and give us some feedback
25 Apr 2026Developer post
(final?) PLAY TEST
RACERS! It's a bit of a running joke in the (small, but dedicated!) Dart Racer community, that the game is always heading to Steam Next fest but never actually makes it. No, really. It's not an exaggeration. This June it will be the 8th attempt at launching the demo and participa
21 Apr 2026Developer post
Steam Deck compatibility!
Did you know Dart Racer is fully playable on Steam Deck out of the box? Now you do! Gamepad navigation is fully supported and it runs at stable 90fps! You will have a chance to try it out soon!
23 Feb 2026Developer post
Dart Racer update 2.9.5: new Dart and VR controls!
Racers! Fresh out of the oven update is now available for the playtesting! The main feature is a the new Dart! You can unlock it in regular place :) Additionally there are major adjustments to VR 'immersive' controls. You can adjust it's many settings in comfort menu and enable G
14 Feb 2026Developer post
Upcoming VR immersive controls improvements!
Updates to VR immersive controls are coming along nicely, racing in VR will be even more exciting! You will be able to configure various settings, such as: max angles for forward/reverse throttle smoothing when left and right are of similar value speed final throttle changes at H
Updates to VR immersive controls are coming along nicely, racing in VR will be even more exciting!

You will be able to configure various settings, such as:
max angles for forward/reverse throttle
smoothing when left and right are of similar value
speed final throttle changes at
Here's a sneak peak of work in progress UI!

More stuff cooking!
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03 Feb 2026Developer post
Track shortcuts and new track!
Racers! Freshly baked update is now out in playtest build! The main feature is a new track in City locale. As a test, it is available in three width variants. Regular, wide and extra wide. Let me know which you like best on Discord or forums! Update 2.9.4 changes: added new city
Racers!
Freshly baked update is now out in playtest build!
The main feature is a new track in City locale. As a test, it is available in three width variants. Regular, wide and extra wide. Let me know which you like best on Discord or forums!
Update 2.9.4 changes:
added new city track with 3 width variants for testing!
extra far camera test
sound polish
extra polish and fixes for plenty of things
Recent previous changes:
Shortcuts and hazards on certain tracks
Added boost pickups, grab them first to refill part of the boost meter!
Significant AI improvements
Added controls guide in settings
Improved collision response
Side boost improvements
In next update, new Dart! Have a little tease ;)
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21 Jan 2026Developer post
Track shortcuts are getting close!
Track shortcut system is coming along nicely! Here are shortcut types that are coming to the demo when time comes: Teleport gates that you need to aim for to slip to corresponding one... And less risky side paths that are a bit trickier to navigate than regular track Another new
04 Jan 2026Developer post
Happy New Year from me, the Dart Racer team!
Let's make it an eventful one! Development continues...
27 Dec 2025Developer post
Dart Racer update 2.9.1: A lot of polish! Also boost pickups?!
Important notice: Demo will be deactivated early 2026 in preparation for Steam Next Fest! Racers! Latest update is now live (in demo build)! Changes: - Added boost pickups, grab them first to refill part of the boost meter! - Significant AI improvements - Added controls guide in
06 Dec 2025Developer post
Dart Racer update 2.9.0: Player Ghost and polish!
New update is now live (in demo build)! Changes: - Added player ghost to time trial game mode! - Time trial no longer stops when a medal time is achieved, you can continue to race to improve your time and get more resources for upgrades and darts! - Added haptic effects to variou