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Primal Pursuit

"The Dark Souls of racing games" - Some guy possibly. Round up your mates, pick your animal and mount up to fight in these ancient death races. Finally the age old question will be answered: Who's fastest? The emu or the tortoise?

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Release
February 28, 2019
7 years and 157 days ago
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Mostly Positive94 reviews79.8%

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About the Game

A wild and wacky animal racer, Primal Pursuit throws players into deadly race tracks in an ancient competition to reign as the supreme clan. Harness your mount's powerful abilities to fight to the front of the pack while avoiding numerous traps and perils.

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Ways to play

Up to 12 players can compete in the races. Play single player or split-screen (up to 4 players) in epic tournaments, compete on the leader boards in time trials, battle others online or create your own lobby with friends and custom rules.

Non stop movement and adrenaline fuelled gameplay

The animals run on adrenaline and behave as such. Learn the best ways to control your mounts!

Crazy and unpredictable threats joins you in the races

The twelve race tracks contain dangers and hazards that must be avoided at all costs.

Unlock all nine clans and gain the power to ride their native mounts through the races

Each animal has their own set of abilities and controls which caters to their unique play style.