over the hill: the Chill Off-Road Game Releases Its First Gameplay Trailer

The latest buzz in the gaming world is surrounding “Over the Hill,” an exciting new off-roading game from Funselektor, the team that brought us “Absolute Drift” and “Art of Rally,” along with Strelka Games. Just recently, they unveiled their first gameplay trailer during the Triple-i Initiative indie showcase.

First mentioned back in January, Funselektor is giving their well-known artistic flair a fresh twist. This time, they’re aiming for a vibe similar to “SnowRunner,” but without all the fuss of managing trailers—the kind you hitch to vehicles, not game previews. “Over the Hill” clearly knows how to have fun with the latter sort!

The trailer already has fans buzzing, with over 200,000 Steam wishlists. And yes, while we wait for a release date, you can expect plenty of the mud-slinging, winch-pulling action that these games promise. All of this comes without the headache of maintaining a costly off-roader, like those notoriously finicky Land Rovers always on the brink of an MOT disaster.

In this game, you can team up with up to three friends and hit the trails with cool, retro off-road vehicles from the ’60s to the ’80s. This continuity in style from Funselektor is a nod to their retro motoring roots. You’ll navigate through challenging terrains across diverse seasons and weather conditions.

The game features a clean, simple UI—think of the classic Ordnance Survey maps your dad might have spread out on the dashboard when you were lost in the countryside. The trailer also showcases winching mechanics from the driver’s perspective. If you’ve navigated the mechanics of “SnowRunner,” you’ll find yourself in familiar territory as you set your winch point and reel it in.

There’s also a sneak peek into vehicle customization, ensuring your off-roader is prepped for tackling tough terrain. Plus, the game promises a photo mode that’ll let players capture breathtaking moments atop a mountain or a humorous shot of a tumble down one. Both are great memorabilia for any gamer’s collection.

Are you eager to get dirty with “Over the Hill”? Share your thoughts below, and meanwhile, don’t miss our review of Funselektor’s latest adventure, “Golden Lap.”