Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway – PlayStation 4 Review
Licensed kart racers can go one of two ways.
They either feel like a quick cash-in… or they surprise you.
Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway on PlayStation 4 lands firmly in the second category. Packed with familiar faces, chaotic tracks and a proper step-up in depth compared to earlier entries, this isn’t just a colourful spin-off — it’s a genuinely entertaining arcade racer.
Especially if you grew up with half the roster.
Faster, Smoother, More Competitive
Slime Speedway expands the formula significantly. The handling feels tighter, boosting mechanics are more responsive and races carry real momentum.
Drifting isn’t just cosmetic — chaining boosts properly can make the difference between first place and mid-pack frustration. Power-ups are chaotic in the best way, and track design encourages shortcuts and risk-taking rather than just following the racing line.
It’s accessible enough for younger players but has enough mechanical depth to keep adults competitive too.
Which is exactly what a family kart racer should do.
A Massive Nickelodeon Roster
One of the biggest upgrades here is the expanded character list.
You’ll find over 40 playable characters drawn from across Nickelodeon history — from SpongeBob and Patrick to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Avatar: The Last Airbender and more.
Importantly, they don’t feel like simple reskins. Each character class handles slightly differently, and customisation options let you tweak karts and loadouts to suit your style.
There’s actual variety here — not just cosmetic differences.
Slime, Boosting and Customisation
The “slime” mechanic adds a layer of strategy. Collecting and managing slime gives you access to defensive and offensive abilities, making races more tactical than they first appear.
Kart customisation is deeper than previous entries too. You can adjust drivers, crew members and performance parts to fine-tune handling, speed and acceleration.
For a licensed racer, that’s more depth than many expect.
Performance on PlayStation 4
On PS4, Slime Speedway runs smoothly and looks vibrant. The bright cartoon art style suits the hardware well, with colourful tracks and lively animations.
Load times are reasonable and races remain stable even when chaos fills the screen. It’s not pushing graphical boundaries, but it’s polished and consistent — which matters more in a racing game.
Who Is It For?
If you’re expecting hardcore sim racing, this isn’t it.
If you want accessible arcade racing with recognisable characters, competitive local multiplayer and enough depth to keep things interesting, it absolutely delivers.
It’s particularly strong as a family-friendly option, but don’t underestimate its competitive side.
Final Verdict
Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway on PlayStation 4 is a genuine improvement over its predecessors, offering tighter handling, deeper customisation and a huge character roster.
It’s colourful, chaotic and surprisingly well-balanced.
For fans of arcade kart racers — especially those who recognise half the cast — it’s a solid addition to the PS4 library.
Add It to Your Collection
If this sounds like your kind of racer, you can pick up Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway – PlayStation 4 right here at GameRaid.
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