Star Wars: Galactic Racer Deep Dive Introduces Mechanic Hibi and Landspeeder Customization
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
A new developer video for Star Wars: Galactic Racer introduces mechanic Hibi and offers a deep dive into landspeeder customization, vehicle builds, and the Paddock ahead of the game's October launch.
As we get closer to the October release date, developer insights are starting to give us a clearer picture of how Star Wars: Galactic Racer will handle its high speed competition. IGN South Africa recently highlighted the first installment of the Under the Hood video series featuring a character named Hibi, who serves as the mechanic for protagonist Shade. This Ardennian engineering expert walks viewers through the basics of landspeeders, breaking down how players can approach builds, fine tune features, and choose vehicles that match their preferred driving styles in the Galactic League.
For players who spend time tweaking loadouts and optimizing stats across cross platform titles, the Paddock area where Hibi resides will likely feel like home. The game leans heavily into the mechanical side of racing culture, promising deep customization options that go beyond a simple paint job. Whether you are aiming to dominate online lobbies or climb the single player ranks on PC, PS5, or Xbox Series X/S, understanding these vehicle builds will matter once you hit the starting grid on October 6, 2026.
It is refreshing to see a racing title lean into the lore and personality of its pit crew rather than just treating cars as static assets. As streaming creators and community hubs begin dissecting these early mechanical breakdowns, expect plenty of theory crafting around optimal landspeeder builds well before launch day. You can check out the original trailer breakdown over at IGN South Africa to see Hibi in action and start planning your garage strategy.
Tags: Star Wars Galactic Racer, Racing Games, PC Gaming, Console Gaming, Gaming News
Original article: IGN South Africa