Hi-Octane: The Track Fights Back!
A futuristic racing game with hover cars, in the same line as Wipeout, using a modified version of the Magic Carpet 2 engine. Gameplay takes a straightforward approach, with the directional keys controlling the steering and throttle, and three keys to fire the minigun, missiles or charge the booster. While the minigun has unlimited ammo, both fuel, armour and missiles must be replenished by passing through some marked areas or picking up powerups in the track or by left destroyed opponents. While the vehicles float on the track they are still influenced by the ground material- they slow down on dirt and even more on water. Each track has a number of shortcuts or alternate routes that offer p...
- Genre
- Driving
- Year
- 1995
- Developer
- Bullfrog Productions Ltd
- Publisher
- Electronic Arts
- Players
- 2
P2P Netplay available on compatible cores
Hi-Octane: The Track Fights Back! frequently asked questions
How do I play Hi-Octane: The Track Fights Back! online with a friend?
Hi-Octane: The Track Fights Back! (PlayStation) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:
- Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
- Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
- Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
- Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
- The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.
How do I play Hi-Octane: The Track Fights Back! on PC?
Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Hi-Octane: The Track Fights Back! in the PlayStation library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.
Does Hi-Octane: The Track Fights Back! netplay lag?
Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.
Can I play Hi-Octane: The Track Fights Back! for free?
Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.
Play Hi-Octane: The Track Fights Back! on Etera
Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.
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