: A post-launch update introduced cross-play, allowing players on PlayStation and Xbox consoles to compete against each other in the same lobbies.

Released in September 2021 by Milestone, is a fast-paced arcade racer that features high-speed competition across detailed, life-sized environments like basements, college classrooms, and skateparks. The game emphasizes a "small-scale" perspective, where everyday objects appear massive compared to the 1:64 scale die-cast vehicles. Online Multiplayer and Social Features

: In online lobbies, players can vote to race on unique tracks designed by other community members. Key Gameplay Mechanics Hot Wheels: Unleashed - 2021's Best Racing Game

: Face up to 12 opponents in online challenges. Multiplayer modes primarily focus on Quick Races and Time Attacks.

: Players can upload and download custom car liveries and tracks created in the game's editors.

The online component allows players to compete globally and share creative content with the community.