Play Top Racer 2 (Japan) Online

Top Racer 2 (or Top Gear 2 if you're not playing the Japanese version) is one of those SNES racers that feels simple at first—just pick a car and go—but gets surprisingly deep once you start upgrading. You’re racing across 16 countries, and the tracks actually change depending on where you are, which keeps it from feeling repetitive. The first time I played, I blew all my early winnings on engine upgrades and then realized too late that my handling was garbage on tight turns.

What I like is that you can tweak your car bit by bit between races—better tires, a lighter chassis, that kind of thing—and it actually makes a noticeable difference. The music’s got that classic SNES synth vibe too, all upbeat and slightly cheesy in the best way. If you’re into old-school arcade-style racers with just enough strategy to keep you hooked, this one’s a solid pick.