Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Wreckfest 2 arrived in early access in March 2025. Since then, through a series of significant updates, there's no doubt it looks sharper, handles better, has crunch(ier?) damage and some interesting game modes. But... 17 months on, we can't help but think something is missing compared to the bombastic original.

There's still time, as a release date for exiting early access and hitting PS5 and Xbox isn't confirmed yet, but is it time to become slightly worried? John Munro explores, and let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Latest Wreckfest 2 game news: traxion.gg/category/games/wreckfest-2

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Chapters:

00:00 - The Original
02:58 - An Inevitable Sequel
05:47 - The Niggle
10:14 - A Valid Excuse
11:47 - I'm Not Worried

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