Road Rash 2 is that perfect mix of racing and straight-up brawling on motorcycles—like if someone took a racing game and gave all the riders a reason to hate each other. You pick your bike (the faster ones handle like they’re on ice, so good luck), then it’s off to the races, weaving through traffic while punching, kicking, or whipping the guy next to you with a chain. Yeah, it’s as ridiculous as it sounds.

The soundtrack’s all crunchy guitar riffs that somehow make crashing into a minivan at 90 mph feel cool. And the AI? Brutal. They’ll shove you into oncoming traffic without a second thought. First time I played, I spent half the race eating pavement because I kept swinging at the wrong time. Still, there’s something weirdly satisfying about finally nailing that perfect punch that sends a rival skidding into a ditch.

It’s not exactly a deep sim, but who cares? You’re here to go fast and throw hands. Road Rash 2 nails that chaotic, arcade-y vibe where every race feels like a bar fight on wheels. Just try not to get too attached to your bike—it’s gonna get wrecked. A lot.