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The Nissan Formula E Team teamed up with Japanese illustrator Kentaro Yoshida to unveil NISMO Electric Racer Tokyo, a retro-style arcade game inspired by the golden age of 90s racing games.

Released just in time for the team’s home race at the 2025 Tokyo E-Prix, the game is a high-speed tribute to Japan’s rich gaming heritage and the thrill of street racing through Tokyo’s neon-lit streets.

Playable now on both PC and mobile, the 8-bit pixelated racer puts players behind the wheel of a stylized Nissan Formula E car, reaching speeds of up to 322 kph through a vibrant Tokyo cityscape.

From drifting past cherry blossoms to catching glimpses of Mount Fuji, the game fuses iconic Japanese imagery with fast-paced arcade action.

Yoshida, known for his soft color palettes and whimsical style, told media: “I love being able to create work with new people and on new mediums, and being born in Japan made this project extra personal to me.”

“That 8-bit style was the perfect art form to bring to life Japanese culture, like the cherry blossoms — and gamers are going to love navigating the track at 322kph,” he said.

The game also features a competitive twist, allowing fans to race against Nissan Formula E drivers Oliver Rowland and Norman Nato, whose top scores will appear on the leaderboard.

“This game captures the energy we bring to the track while celebrating Tokyo’s legendary gaming culture,” said Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal of the Nissan Formula E Team.

As an added surprise, fans can also expect Yoshida’s signature artwork to appear during the Tokyo E-Prix weekend, bringing the collaboration full circle from virtual track to real-life event.