Monster Racers is a role-playing video game for the Nintendo DS that was released in 2009, developed by Koei. The game blends traditional monster catching and racing. Players traverse various environments to capture and train a variety of monsters, each with distinct abilities that can be leveraged during races. Set in a vibrant and colorful world, the game encourages exploration and collection, while the competitive racing segments add a fast-paced and strategic layer to the gameplay. The player's ultimate goal is to become the top racer by winning tournaments and upgrading their monsters' skills.