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ARC_the beginning

A colorful single-player arcade racer: explore Goguma Island, a fictional island inspired by Yeouido, customize your car, and clear story races. 🌸

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SAMWOO STUDIO
Publisher
SAMWOO STUDIO
Release
February 25, 2026
157 days ago
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About the Game

🎉 About This Game

ARC the beginning is an arcade racing game inspired by Korea’s festival-like vibe—customize your car in a colorful low-poly style, cruise freely in a small open world, and take on story races.

Become the star of Goguma Auto Fest on Goguma Island, a fictional island inspired by Yeouido. Slice through cherry blossoms as you race across the city, and cruise to K-pop-inspired beats. 🌸

🏁 Gameplay

  • Fast, responsive arcade handling! (Drifting is possible too.)

  • Single-player Story Races and Time Challenges

  • Car customization (visuals & tuning)

  • Free roam exploration in a small open world

🗺️ Content

  • 56 race events (Sprint / Circuit / Time Attack)

  • 38 hidden mission locations 🌸

  • 16 cars

  • 3,000+ customization combinations per car (visuals & tuning)

✨ Vibe

  • Colorful low-poly visuals with a lively festival mood

  • Korea-inspired city atmosphere with seasonal cherry blossoms 🌸

  • A K-pop-inspired soundtrack made for cruising

  • Keyboard and controller support

🌸 In One Line

When you’re tired of massive games, this is a light arcade racer that slips into your day—pick it up like a snack and enjoy.

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