Smells Like Burnt Rubber

Super Laser Freunde Developer

Super Laser Freunde Publisher

2023-08-25 Release

Action Indie Strategy Casual RPG Adventure Simulation F2P Sports MMO Racing Singleplayer Multiplayer Coop EATags

Game News Posts: 20

🎹🖱️Keyboard + Mouse
🕹️ Partial Controller Support
🎮 Full Controller Support

https://www.super-laser-freunde.de/

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Steam Racing Fest :: 50% discount

Rev your engines Steam Racing Fest is here, and we're all in! Grab Smells Like Burnt Rubber now at 50% off! Don't miss this chance to jump into the action-packed arcade racing experience!

Multiplayer Madness!

Race with up to 4 friends in splitscreen
Compete online with up to 8 players

Chase the Leaderboards!

Take on the weekly & monthly leaderboard events and prove to the world that you're the fastest racer!

Get your copy now or surprise a friend with a gift!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2194840/Smells_Like_Burnt_Rubber/

[ 2025-07-28 17:00:43 CET ] [ Original post ]

Bugfix Release v.1.5.1.6

"meetnik" send me some more inaccurate Russian translations. Thanks again for your help

Changes

Fixed language issues in the Russian translation

Have a nice weekend

[ 2025-07-25 10:29:12 CET ] [ Original post ]

Bugfix Release v.1.5.1.5

Same day another minor release Big thanks to community member "meetnik" for spotting some inaccurate Russian translations! Just a heads-up: since Im not a native Russian speaker, the translations might not always be perfect so I really appreciate it when people help improve them (also for other languages). Feel free to reach out anytime!

Changes

Fixed language issues in the Russian translation

Now get back behind the wheel!

[ 2025-07-23 14:55:18 CET ] [ Original post ]

Bugfix Release v.1.5.1.4

Release v.1.5.1.4 is a small bug fix release with 2 minor fixes:

Changes

For Leaderboard Events and Challenges, the start position of the player was sometimes wrong
Fixes for the track "Eagle Down"

Drive safely

[ 2025-07-23 07:06:05 CET ] [ Original post ]

Steam Summer Sale 2025 :: 25% discount

It's this time of the year again! The Steam Summer Sale 2025 has started and Smells Like Burnt Rubber is 25% off! Love the thrill of:

Fast-paced arcade racing
Local splitscreen fun for up to 4 players
Deep vehicle tuning options
Pure track chaos
and so much more?

Then buckle up, this is the game youve been looking for!

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[ 2025-06-26 17:00:34 CET ] [ Original post ]

Bugfix Release v.1.5.1.3

This is a minor update focused on fixes and small improvements:

Changes

Adjusted button text length in the LAN game dialog to better support multiple languages
Improved visual effects for explosions and resolved related issues
Made minor tweaks to the "Finero Pit" track for a smoother experience

[ 2025-06-04 08:30:47 CET ] [ Original post ]

New Track available :: Finero Pit

Whats New?

A fresh new track has arrived: "Finero Pit"! This one comes with a fiery twist: barrels that launch flames! So watch your driving and steer clear of those flaming surprises!

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Complete List of Changes

Here's everything that's been updated:

Improvements

New Track: "Finero Pit"
Smaller improvements

Bug Fixes

Fixed a global lighting issue, which was mainly in the night races noticeable

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Whats Coming Next?

Over the next few weeks, Ill be diving into some Unity experiments and exploring new ideas. Stay tuned! Want to be the first to know whats coming? Join our Discord community:

[ 2025-05-07 07:48:17 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hotfix Release 1.5.0.11

Hotfix Released

Some explosion effects werent displaying correctly:

The particles were emitting for too long and ended up following the car's movement, which looked a bit off.

[ 2025-04-09 05:55:37 CET ] [ Original post ]

Hotfix Release 1.5.0.10

Hotfix Released

Fixed a bug in the vehicle selection detail view. Here, it could happen, that the vehicle stats would have been displayed incorrectly.

[ 2025-04-08 20:47:35 CET ] [ Original post ]

Release 1.5.0 has crossed the finish line!

What has changed?

Release 1.5.0 is finally here! I've got so many changes for you... really not sure where I should begin.

Network Gameplay

The biggest change is the network layer. Here I changed the library from PUN 2 to Fishnet, which has a lot more features. For example, you now got LAN multiplayer!!! Do you remember the good old times? Also, it's now deeply integrated into Steam, means you can easily join a race of a friend, if he has an open lobby.

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Complete List of Changes

Here's everything that's been updated:

Improvements

New Network Library
LAN multiplayer now available
Reworked hit points animation
Reworked stunt hit animation
Reworked on screen comic text
Reworked explosions
New in-game ads are displayed
UI: small improvements for the main menu
UI: Highlighting own player in statistics after race or grand prix finished
Upgraded Unity version
Reworked Track "Watch Out For Trains"
Camera Zoom can be changed with gamepad / keyboard and can be different for each splitscreen player
A lot of smaller improvements all over the game

Bug Fixes

Hiding now the username above vehicle on explosion
On own explosion, the camera was "falling" through the ground
Usernames above players, were sometimes not blended out correctly
MacOS: Resolution was not saved and restored correctly after restart of the game
Various small fixes all over the game

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What is Next?

Ill be keeping an eye on the new network implementation, and if any issues arise, Ill address them as needed. In the meantime, Ill also be diving into some research - learning new things and experimenting with fresh game ideas. Not sure where this journey will take me yet, but Im excited to explore!

[ 2025-04-02 12:36:03 CET ] [ Original post ]

Network Gameplay :: Open Beta Test

Hey everyone, I've been working hard over the past few weeks on a new network implementation, and Im excited to announce that a Beta version is now available for testing! So if you are brave enough, you can switch Smell Like Burnt Rubber to the Beta branch and test it :-) Check out the instructions below to get started. This update includes numerous small improvements and bug fixes, but the biggest change is the network layer overhaul: [olist]

New online gameplay via Steam Servers

Local LAN support [/olist] If you encounter any issues, please report them here in the Community Hub or on my Discord server. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!

How to Join the Beta Branch

1.) Right-click on Smells Like Burnt Rubber in your Steam Library and select Properties.

2.) Go to the Betas tab, choose "beta - Beta branch" under Beta Participation, and click OK.

To switch back, simply repeat the steps and select "None" under Beta Participation.

Release Date for 1.5.0

The full release is getting close! Im aiming to launch within the next 24 weeks. That depends on the Beta test feedback. Stay tuned!

[ 2025-03-19 09:34:29 CET ] [ Original post ]

Steam Spring Sale 2025 :: 50% discount

Steam Spring Sale is Here! Get Smells Like Burnt Rubber for 50% Off! The Steam Spring Sale is live, and you can grab Smells Like Burnt Rubber at 50% off! Don't miss this chance to jump into the action-packed arcade racing experience!

Multiplayer Madness!

Race with up to 4 friends in splitscreen
Compete online with up to 8 players

Chase the Leaderboards!

Take on the weekly & monthly leaderboard events and prove to the world that you're the fastest racer!

Get your copy now or surprise a friend with a gift!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2194840/Smells_Like_Burnt_Rubber/

[ 2025-03-13 17:00:55 CET ] [ Original post ]

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Smells Like Burnt Rubber is speeding into the Steam Couch Co-op Event with a massive 90% off discount! Hit the track and experience the ultimate 4-player split-screen racing chaos. Drifts, crashes, and high-speed action - this is couch multiplayer at its finest! Don't miss out! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2194840/Smells_Like_Burnt_Rubber/

[ 2025-02-10 18:00:32 CET ] [ Original post ]

Improvements :: Release 1.4.9

What has changed?

This update is a small one, but it brings some solid improvements!

Wait, wasnt there something bigger planned?

Yes! The big network update is still in the works, but its taking longer than expected. During testing, I ran into a major issue with object syncing. Plus, large-scale testing as a solo developer is tough! Huge thanks to my wife and friends for helping out after work. On top of that, we've been battling colds a lot lately, which slowed things down. Being a solo dev is challenging, but I wont give up! The network rework is still a priority, and Ill keep pushing forward in the coming weeks. [hr][/hr]

Complete List of Changes

Here's everything that's been updated:

Improvements

Reworked hit points animation
Reworked stunt hit animation
Reworked on screen comic text
UI: added latest news to the main menu
UI: splitscreen players are now visible on the main menu
UI: vehicle selection: here you can toggle between simple vehicle stats and the full ones

Bug Fixes

Various small fixes all over the game

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What is Next?

The new network library remains the top priority. I cant give an exact release date, as my previous estimates didnt hold up, but Im on it! Stay tuned!

[ 2025-02-08 13:45:58 CET ] [ Original post ]

Merry Christmas from Smells Like Burnt Rubber

Merry Christmas to everyone around the globe! I wish you a joyful time with your family and hope you enjoy the holidays to the fullest.

Status Update

The migration to the new network library is complete! Ive entered the testing phase with my friends, and while I expect well uncover a few bugs, Im confident there wont be any blockers. This release also includes a ton of improvements, new features, and bug fixeslike brand-new camera views! For example, I'm introducing 2 additional camera views: 1 Fixed Top-Down View Perfect for those who love a classic arcade racing feel.

2 Dynamic 3rd-Person View This one closely follows your vehicle's rotations

I hope you're as excited as I am for this update. The biggest one since the games release! "When can we expect the new Release?" For now, Im aiming for a release at the end of January or early February.

What's next?

Im also focusing on improving my skills as a game developer. While this is still just a spare-time hobby, creating video games has been a dream of mine since I was a kid. Over the last few years working on Smells Like Burnt Rubber, Ive learned so much about game development, design, and even marketing. And now? Im brainstorming ideas for my next project and want to improve further my skills. Stay tuned for more updates!

[ 2024-12-24 06:00:37 CET ] [ Original post ]

Status Update Dezember

Hey Everyone, Ive been pretty quiet the last few weeks, but now its time for an update! So, whats been going on? What am I working on?

New Network Library

As mentioned before, Ive been hard at work migrating to a new network library. There are several reasons for this:

Better performance
Lower monthly costs
Local network gameplay (good old LAN without needing internet!)

The last point is still open for discussion, but its now possible with the new library! Let me know if this is something youd like to see.

Various Improvements

Im also focused on improving the game across the board. My goal is to refine the existing gameplay rather than adding brand-new features. Here's what Ive been working on:

Revamped main menu user interface
Enhanced UI feedback during races (PowerUps, crashes, etc.)
A new AI system for racers
A better panorama camera for 4-player split-screen games
Improvements to the new camera views (currently available in beta mode - check settings)
And more...

All of these updates will be included in release 1.5.0, along with the new network library, making for an overall improved game experience!

When is the new update expected?

Thats a tricky question. Right now, Im aiming for a January/February release next year. If necessary, I might split the update and move some features to a later release - lets see how it goes! You might wonder, Why not finish one topic first? The answer is that migrating to the new network library requires a lot of testing with friends. While waiting between test sessions, I tackle smaller improvements to make the most of my time. Most of these enhancements will be part of release 1.5.0. Stay tuned, and thanks for your patience!

[ 2024-12-01 15:33:32 CET ] [ Original post ]

Release 1.4.8.3.2

Hey everyone, Just a small release today, with a bug fix for 3-player split-screen races and adjustments to ensure the panorama camera behaves correctly. Stay tuned for more updates!

[ 2024-11-20 10:26:09 CET ] [ Original post ]

A brand new racing track :: K7

What has changed?

A brand-new racing track has been added! Say hello to "K7" Let's dive in and explore it: [previewyoutube=fHidqI-Bq0g;full][/previewyoutube]

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Complete List of Changes

Here's everything that's been updated:

Improvements

New Track: K7
Improvements to text and translations

Bug Fixes

UI: Resolved issues on the leaderboard award screen
Camera fix: If motorbikes were driving on the backwheel, the camera moved to high into the sky
Various other UI fixes
Random Track selection was not working properly

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What is Next?

I'm shifting focus back to improving network performance. Cu soon!

[ 2024-10-23 07:45:40 CET ] [ Original post ]

September Event :: ...and the winner is

The September Leaderboard Event is over! We had 5 Steam Keys for "Electro Ride: The Neon Racing" to win. One for the top 3 finishers and two more will be randomly drawn from all participants. ...and the winners are! PhoenixFeder Ammanas 9thC|Spetsnaz Additionally, the winners of the random Steam keys are:

Soratina (#9)
cityedge (#16)

The winners will receive a Steam message from me with the Steam key for "Electro Ride: The Neon Racing".

https://store.steampowered.com/app/696150/Electro_Ride_The_Neon_Racing/

[ 2024-10-01 05:31:12 CET ] [ Original post ]

Status Update :: What's next?

What am I working on?

I'll keep it brief: Theres some good news, and some not-so-good news...

Let's start with the good ones

As a surprise, I'm developing a brand new racing track, set to release next month! Here's an exclusive sneak peek of the track in progress:

Now for the bad news

The next update, which focuses on network improvements, was originally slated for September. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, it's going to be delayed. Wait... What?! Yes, unfortunately, I need to push back the release. While Im still determining the exact timing, it wont be ready before December or January 2025, that much is certain. Up until now, Ive managed to meet every deadline (which Im quite proud of) and delivered numerous features in the first year since release. However, this time, things haven't gone as planned. There are several reasons for the delay: [olist]

The new network library is vastly different from the current one, so there's a learning curve involved.

Much of the existing code needs to be reworkednot only to integrate with the new library but also to clean up the current codebase.

Since this development happens in my free time, other priorities in my personal life have taken precedence lately. [/olist] In short: I'm on it, but its going to take a bit longer. I appreciate your patience and ongoing support!

September Contest

On a brighter note, dont forget about the current contest! You still have time to participate until the end of September in the leaderboard event for a chance to win a Steam Key for "Electro Ride: The Neon Racing"! Check out the intermediate results, and lets see your best lap times!

[ 2024-09-18 08:02:49 CET ] [ Original post ]

Smells Like Burnt Rubber offers intuitive gameplay that lets you jump straight into the action without needing to master complex controls. The game features full controller support, making it easy for anyone to pick up and play.

Spend your weekend crashing into each other, forgetting the world around you. Neglect your loved ones. You'll never want to drive your own car again—sell it and BUY THIS GAME (twice)!

Online Multiplayer

Join online races and compete against players from all around the globe. You can also race locally with friends and have someone join in through online co-op for even more fun!

Up to 4-Player Splitscreen

Race against your friends in a couch co-op session with split-screen, whether it’s for a few quick races or the full Grand Prix experience. Smash into your friends' cars and watch them explode as you speed your way to the finish line!

In local multiplayer, you can use a single keyboard along with as many gamepads as you'd like for a flexible and fun gaming experience.

Global Leaderboard Events

There are monthly and weekly events open to everyone worldwide. You can race as often as you like, and your best time will be recorded. The global leaderboard is visible to all players, allowing you to see your rank in real time against racers from around the world.

Ask yourself, is anything less than 1st place truly acceptable to you?

Tracks

Race on concrete tracks with high-speed sports cars, or take your monster truck onto mud tracks and shove other drivers into the crash barriers. But be careful! Some tracks have surprises in store — so keep an eye out for oncoming trains!

Vehicle Groups

Choosing a different vehicle group for each track will reshuffle the deck, completely altering how you handle corners and target collisions with other drivers. You’ll need to adjust your strategy on the fly to come out on top.

Challenges

You can play solo or in local splitscreen with friends across 14 exciting challenges. Think you can beat them all?

Player customization and Vehicle Tuning

Dress your avatar in a variety of colorful suits, and further customize with unique player icons and flags. Craft a look that your friends — or rivals — will come to fear on the track!

As you play, you'll earn fame that unlocks new tuning parts, like tires for better grip on various surfaces or chip tuning for enhanced bike performance. You can also take your customization to the next level with vibrant underbody lighting for your vehicles.

Soundtrack

We’re proud to feature a variety of talented German newcomer bands on the game’s soundtrack, adding fresh and exciting music to your racing experience.

MINIMAL SETUPOS: Ubuntu 20.04. Ubuntu 18.04. CentOS 7. or similar
Processor: 2.5 GHz Dual coreMemory: 4 GB RAM
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 760. AMD Radeon R7 270X. or better
Storage: 2 GB available space
RECOMMENDED SETUPOS: Ubuntu 20.04. Ubuntu 18.04. CentOS 7. or similar
Processor: 3.0+ GHz Quad coreMemory: 8 GB RAM
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060. AMD Radeon RX 470. or better
Storage: 2 GB available space

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