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You are Rustle, a beetle on the run from the Sluglord Mafia, led by the ruthless Don Slugotti, a crime boss who owns the biggest casino in the bug underworld. After falling into heavy debt, Rustle’s only way out is to race on the infamous speedway. The deal is simple: win, and your debt is cleared. Lose, and you’ll be trapped in the slimy grip of Don Slugotti for years to come.

Set in a rich, bug-sized world—spanning gardens and backyards—you don’t control Rustle’s moves directly. Instead, you face off against three opponents in a 2D top-down race, relying on a hand of cards to manipulate the course of the race. Boost Rustle, sabotage rivals, and play your hand wisely as you race across four laps.

With your freedom on the line and Don Slugotti watching your every move from his casino, will you outplay the competition, or will Rustle be crushed under the weight of his debt?


How to Play

This isn’t your typical racing game! Don Slugotti has given you a choice: play it safe by picking a face-up card and knowing exactly what’s in store, or take a gamble by choosing two face-down cards and leaving your fate to chance.

Zoom Card

Zoom

Need a speed boost? Use this card to hit the gas and zoom ahead for a limited time. You can also use it as you crash for a speed recovery!

Hop Card

Hop

Watch out! Don’s goons have littered the track with traps. Use Hop to leap over obstacles and avoid getting slowed down.

Slow Card

Slow

Be careful on those sharp turns! This card slows you down just enough to stay on track without spinning out.

Sabotage Card

Sabotage

Time for revenge! Drop debris on the track and watch your rivals struggle as they hit Don’s dirty tricks.

Shortcut Card

Shortcut

Play the Shortcut card and leave the competition in the dust! Watch out for the worm-holes.

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