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Review info Platform reviewed: PC Available on: PC Release date: November 3, 2023 The first release by British studio Ice Beam, Make Way is a modern reimagining of classic top-down arcade racers elevated by the introduction of one simple but brilliant mechanic. Facing up to three rival players in online or local play, the big twist is that it’s entirely up to you and your opponents to craft a unique race course as you go using a random selection of track pieces. These range from your standard stretches of open road and basic bends to more exciting additions like loop de loops and complex moving platforms that quickly cause every match to devolve into glorious vehicular chaos. This is all wrapped up in a charming toy box aesthetic that is the perfect fit for such a playful and low-stakes party game. That’s not to say that there isn’t a surprisingly deep element of strategy to master here too, however. The ability to also put down more devious hazards such as moving barrie...