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SkyRoads: Xmas Special is a special edition of the arcade racing game SkyRoads, released in 1994 for the MS-DOS platform. Developed by Bluemoon Interactive and published by Creative Dimensions, this version introduces seasonal content to the original game's science fiction and track racing framework. The player's perspective is from behind the vehicle as it navigates the game's courses.

In the game, the player controls a high-speed vehicle along narrow, floating roadways set in space. The primary objective is to reach the end of each track while avoiding obstacles, managing fuel, and preventing the craft from falling off the path. Progression is structured through a series of distinct worlds, each comprising multiple levels. The Xmas Special edition adds three new worlds themed around Christmas and one training course, though this addition replaces several original worlds from the standard version, including Satellite and The Earth.

Gameplay centers on precise timing and navigation. Players must use acceleration and braking to navigate jumps, gaps, and moving obstacles on the track. The racing is not against other vehicles but is a time-trial style challenge against the clock and the environment. The tracks feature various hazards and elevation changes, requiring careful speed control. This edition maintains the core mechanics of the original, focusing on fast-paced, skill-based traversal of its futuristic raceways.