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TROUBLE RACER

The Racing Board Game

TROUBLE RACER

The Racing Board Game

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Game Features

In Trouble Racer, the finish line is only half the story. This is more than just a race. It's a wild mix of strategy and total chaos. Outsmart the competition and survive the unexpected so you can claim your spot on the podium.

How to Play

Get on the grid and start racing in minutes. I designed the game to be as simple and intuitive as possible, offering the perfect mix of everything: the luck of the dice, strategic board setup, and thrilling battles.

Roll the dice

Roll the dice

Add your setup boost

Add your setup boost

Move forward

Move forward

Overtake / Battle / Action

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Game Modes

We added three modes to make the game fun, challenging, and accessible for everyone — from newcomers learning the basics to experienced players looking for deep strategy and full-race immersion.

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Rookie Mode

Step into the world of racing! Learn how to feel the car, make smart setup decisions, and lay the foundation for a sucessfull race weekend.

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Challenger Mode

Get ready for wheel-to-wheel battles! Test your skill under pressure, master car control, and prove you've got what it takes to fight in the pack.

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Champion Mode

This is where legends are made. Manage your own race strategy, handle tire wear like a pro, and adapt to ever-changing weather conditions.

See what playtesters are saying

Christoph

"What I particularly like about Trouble Racer is the blend of strategy and chaos. It is not enough to just be fast because you have to choose the right setup and make clever decisions across the setup board.

The action cards add a lot of tension and lead to frequent position changes because players are constantly getting in each others way. This is exactly what makes every session unpredictable and entertaining.

For me it is a short action packed board game that is especially fun when played in a group."

— Christoph, Board Game Expert

Lena

"Hilarious game!! Just when you start feeling like a tactical genius who is about to win it all… boom, your opponents show up and completely wreck your plans :D It's that perfect mix of confidence and chaos that keeps every round entertaining.

I also have to admit: a big part of the fun was making my brother's life as difficult as possible the entire game. He was playing like he had some kind of Ferrari-level strategy going on because I was just happily throwing obstacles in his way. 10/10 sibling rivalry experience"

— Lena, F1 Fan

Mark S.

"A great addition to a cozy F1 Sunday with friends. I don't like games that are largely left to chance. Despite the dice, this game gives me a feeling of control. Top!

An additional joy is moving the highly detailed Formula 1 game pieces. You can really feel that the developer put his whole heart into the game.

Would definitely recommend it for everyone who likes to play board games and loves making life difficult for their opponents!"

— Dominic, Strategy Gamer

Dieter

"I didn't expect to enjoy it this much, but it really pulled me in. The races feel tight and exciting the whole way through, and I always had the sense that my decisions actually made a difference.

Even when things didn't go perfectly, it was fun figuring out how to adapt and stay competitive. Easily one of the most enjoyable game nights I've had in a while.

Looking forward to gathering my friends together for the next game night! I can't wait to get it back on the table!"

— Dieter, Casual Gamer

MEET THE CREATOR

Tobias Schmid - Game Creator

I'm Tobias, a Swiss engineer with a lifelong obsession for Formula 1 and a deep rooted love for board games. For years, I searched for a game that delivered the true adrenaline of a race weekend, but I always came up empty.

So I decided to create my own. Everything you see from the board game and action cards to the icons, artwork, and even this website was built by myself.

Trouble Racer is the result of my passion for engineering and my love for the sport. It’s a game of high stakes strategy and unpredictable chaos designed for motorsport fans and gamers alike.

Now, I’m inviting you to join the journey. Whether your're a die hard motorsport fan or a strategy lover looking for your next great game night - this is for you.

Let’s bring this racing dream to the table together.

— Tobias Schmid, Game Designer

Take a look at these shots from the project! I’ve been pouring my heart and soul into this
since I kicked it off in 2023.

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Cars Prototyping

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Game Board Designing

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Extension Pack - Red Flag

Special Launch Offer: The Red Flag Extension Pack will be available from the very beginning. As a thank you to my earliest supporters, the first 500 backers will receive this extension pack for free with their pledge!

Expand your game with 27 new cards designed to bring extra chaos and maximum fun to your table!

Expand your game with 27 new cards designed to bring extra chaos and maximum fun to your table!

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Expand your game with 27 new cards designed to bring extra chaos and maximum fun to your table!

  • 4x Battle Action Cards
  • 8x Choas Action Cards
  • 3x Health Action Cards
  • 2x Pit stop Action Cards
  • 3x Revenge Action Cards
  • 4x Setup Action Cards
  • 2x Tyres Action Cards
  • 1x Weather Action Card

Expansion Roadmap

Following a successful crowdfunding campaign, additional race tracks from other countries will be released as add-ons or new editions in the near future. These versions will include full language support for each specific country.

  • GermanyGermany
  • SpainSpain
  • ItalyItaly
  • FranceFrance
  • Great BritainGreat Britain
  • BrazilBrazil
  • USAUSA

Some countries have two iconic race tracks, and I need your help! Help me decide which one should be the preferred track for the final game. Click your favorite track to vote!

GermanyGermany edition

Selection 1 Option A
Selection 1 Option B

SpainSpain edition

Selection 2 Option A
Selection 2 Option B

ItalyItaly edition

Selection 3 Option A
Selection 3 Option B

FranceFrance edition

Selection 4 Option A
Selection 4 Option B

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