The cohesive design enhances what already, in this pre-release alpha state, feels like a really sharp and lighthearted old-school arcade racer ... the occasional car or racing game review.

Hot Pursuit Remastered,' the pinnacle of arcade racers, is well worth playing if you need a jolt of energy in your life.

There's no shortage of retro-inspired racing games out there nowadays ... typically goofy arcade racers of the '90s, like Daytona USA and Sega Rally Championship, was immediately clear.