PS4
The early races in Star Wars Episode I: Racer reward acceleration, but boosting through narrow courses can send you straight into a wall. Use the tournament to build your podracer and unlock drivers. Save special maneuvers like breaking 1,000 MPH or repairing Anakin’s engine mid-race for focused attempts.
PS4 re-release of the 1999 classic with a 30-trophy set. This guide has no separate native PS5 edition.
- PS4 set: 30 trophies; Platinum is obtainable in single-player.
- Tournament: 25 races across four circuits, including Invitational.
- Multiplayer: Optional split-screen; the PS4 re-release has no online races.
Win races as you advance
Work through Amateur, Semi-Pro and Galactic in order. Revisit second-place finishes early: first place also advances Invitational and several driver unlocks. On Abyss, release boost before unprotected bends and learn the entrances to the elevated routes before trying to gain time.
- Finish the tournament with 25 first places, including all four Invitational races.
Spend prize money before switching racers
After the early wins, visit the shop and check each part’s tier. The upgrade trophy requires the best tier, not just any item in each category. If the junkyard offers a damaged top-tier piece, weigh the cost and buy pit droids to repair worn parts between races.
- Add three pit droids to your starting droid to complete the crew.
Break 1,000 MPH on a straight section
Fit the Block6 Thrust Coil and take Anakin to Oovo IV. Reach full speed before hitting boost in the zero-gravity stretch; line up before accelerating so you do not need to correct the steering mid-boost. If you need to turn or the engine is overheating, set up for the next lap instead.
- Check the speed peak and leave the engine repair for a separate attempt.
Use Sebulba for the win and weapon
Win The Boonta Training Course, Sebulba’s Legacy and The Boonta Classic to unlock Sebulba. Take him back to the training course for the win, then use another race for the ten weapon hits. Stay among the other racers instead of breaking away on the opening lap so you have more chances to hit them.
- Check that the game registered both the Sebulba win and the weapon trophy.
Finish the mirrored race and engine repair
After the tournament, enable Mirror on a short track such as Mon Gazza Speedway and finish the race. For Anakin’s repair, pick a section where you can slow down: push the engine to the warning state, then repair it back to stable. It is easier on a run where the result does not matter.
- Taunt while boosting to cover Eat my exhaust as well.
Trophies to watch
Kessel Run
Reach 1000 MPH.
Use Anakin with a top-speed upgrade and the zero-gravity stretch of Oovo IV.
The fastest racer in the galaxy
Finish all races in first place.
Verify every win in all four tournament circuits, including Invitational.
You came, you looked around, you bought
Purchase all of the best upgrades.
Buy the best-tier part in every category and check the junkyard.
It's working! It's working!!
Repair your engines from "warning" back to stable as Anakin.
Let Anakin’s engine hit warning, then repair it during the race.
Frequently asked questions
Are online races required?
No. Aspyr confirms the PS4 port does not have online multiplayer; the required tournament and maneuvers are available solo.
Do I need to win the mirrored race?
The trophy requires finishing it. Enable Mirror before starting and stay on course to the finish.
Which edition has trophies?
This set belongs to the PS4 re-release from June 23, 2020. On PS5 you play the PS4 version through backwards compatibility.
Sources
- PlayStation Blog — lancio e consigli del team Aspyr
- Aspyr — modalità PS4 e assenza di gare online
- Knoef Trophy Guides — vittorie, potenziamenti e manovre
Trophy lists
Buying the game
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