Art of Rally studio’s Over the Hill gets an alpha playtest this month, and a fancy new trailer with some fresh reveals

Over the Hill, the off-roading exploration game from Art of Rally developers Funselektor and Strelka Games, has celebrated reaching 1 million Steam wishlists by announcing a closed alpha playtest. The game received a new trailer during the Triple-i Initiative showcase, revealing the Algeria biome as a fresh exploration area.

The Algeria region features sweeping plateaus, ancient ruins, sand-swept valleys, and fallen meteorites across its landscape. Players can navigate these environments freely in vintage 4x4 vehicles from the 1960s to 1980s, either solo or in co-op play. The minimalistic art style and relaxed approach to off-roading exploration align with the studio’s known aesthetic from titles like Art of Rally.

Over the Hill positions itself as the cosy cousin to exploration-heavy terrain traversers like SnowRunner and MudRunner. Rather than focusing on punishing difficulty or survival mechanics, the game emphasises a dreamy driving experience and leisurely exploration. This marks a natural progression for Funselektor, whose previous work has been characterised by stylish, vibe-heavy arcade design with minimalistic presentation.

Interested players can sign up for the closed alpha playtest now. The game is scheduled to release later in 2026.

Art of Rally studio’s Over the Hill gets an alpha playtest this month, and a fancy new trailer with some fresh reveals

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