Burn rubber and outdrive your rivals in Heat: Pedal to the Metal, a high-speed racing strategy game.

Who is this game for?

Heat: Pedal to the Metal is perfect for racing fans, competitive gamers, and anyone who loves strategic decision-making under pressure. If you enjoy planning your moves carefully, anticipating opponents’ actions, and balancing risk versus reward, this game delivers thrills for 2–6 players. It’s accessible enough for newcomers to modern board games, but offers depth and tactical choices that seasoned players will appreciate.

Theme & Tone

Step into the driver’s seat for a cinematic racing experience. Heat combines the intensity and excitement of motorsport with a lighthearted, colorful aesthetic. The game captures the thrill of speed, the tension of tight corners, and the satisfaction of calculated risks in a way that’s immersive and fun for everyone at the table.

Gameplay & Mechanics

• High-speed strategy: Plot your moves each turn to manage your speed, overtake rivals, and avoid crashes.

• Risk and reward: Push your engine to gain position, but overheat and miscalculate and you’ll pay the price.

• Interactive racing: Player decisions directly affect others — block lanes, force maneuvers, and create tense moments of tactical rivalry.

• Replayability: With multiple tracks and variable starting positions, each race presents new challenges and strategic puzzles.

Components & Production

Heat: Pedal to the Metal features high-quality components that bring the racetrack to life:

• Modular racetracks for endless layout possibilities

• Custom car miniatures with distinctive designs

• Overheating and engine cards for tactical decision-making

• Player boards to track speed, damage, and heat

These tactile and visual elements enhance the strategic and thematic experience, making each race feel dynamic and cinematic.

Difficulty & Challenge

Heat strikes a balance between strategy and accessibility. Players must plan moves, manage limited resources, and adapt to opponents’ actions. While the rules are straightforward, the depth comes from timing, risk management, and maneuvering your cars efficiently. The result is a game that’s easy to learn but hard to master, offering satisfying tension and decision-making at every turn.