Game end Joy

The question then usually comes down to "Is it as fun to watch as it is to play?" Well, is it?

TrackMania 2 Canyon
Developer: Nadeo

While Nadeo has cut out much of the fat -- there is no "career" to speak of -- make no mistake, there's plenty of complexity and subtle movement that goes into achieving the very best times. Progression and gear unlocks might be the norm, but it's refreshing to see Nadeo didn't feel obligated to include any of that functionality. The focus is on the racing itself, first and foremost.