Quantum Runners

Quantum Runners is a 3D space racer and shooter set among the planets. You race ships around tracks, can leave the course to fly and explore, and contend with AI rivals that may shoot at you, ram you or otherwise cause trouble.

Ships and racing

You can choose from 12 racing ships and customize each one separately, for both your ship and the AI ships. Each ship has 1, 2 or 4 plasma cannons. Five difficulty levels adjust factors including asteroid impact damage, maximum velocity, fuel, shields and munitions.

The included first level has 5 rings, which can be raced in numerous configurations. Lap split times are sorted by position and update at the quarter lap; you can keep them visible during a race as part of the HUD. The HUD can be switched off entirely or toggled by element, and includes a radar, attitude indicator, velocity, fuel, ammunition and shield status.

Settings and sound

You can customize the racing environment and adjust flight characteristics, with settings saved both during play and between sessions. The game also has a 3D ship-selection preview, an audio menu with 8 mixers, and 8 engine audio loops whose pitch varies with velocity. Custom music compositions play in the game and menus.

Controls and help

You can play with a controller, mouse and keyboard, or both. Controller settings are remappable, including for controllers the game does not recognize by default. In-game and online help menus provide guidance.