Shiny racing machines set on a checkered wood track. Strategy intertwines with chaos. And race cars, surprisingly, become the arena for the sharpest minds. The Lacorsa Grand Prix Game isn’t just a game—it’s a battleground forged over years of relentless pursuit, with one mission: to infuse the thrill of F1 into a game box. An impossible feat? Perhaps. But it delivers a racing experience that most F1 car racing games wouldn’t dare to rival.
At Lacorsa, we reject luck-based races and simple roll-and-move gameplay. We stand for decisions—intense, nerve-wracking decisions—that reflect the raw, unfiltered essence of racing behind the wheel of a Grand Prix car. And that’s where the real adrenaline begins.
Born From a Love of Racing
The story behind Lacorsa begins with one man: Mark Haskins. Mark isn't just a game designer; he's a trained Transportation Designer from the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena. For over a decade, he harbored the idea for Lacorsa—not just the mechanics, but the feeling of how it should look, move, and most of all, feel.
The final design came to life thanks to Kickstarter backers in 2016, but the seeds were planted long before that. Years of sketching, testing, and refining went into every element. And it shows.
A Race That Starts on the Table
A Grand Prix isn’t just about going fast. Not exactly. It’s about knowing when to accelerate, when to hold back, and how to think two turns ahead. That’s the core idea behind Lacorsa. The race track? A stylish, foldable checkered board—sleek, wooden, and full of tension. It’s compact, yet captures the feel of the paddock at the table. The elastic folding mechanism? Smooth. Practical. Simple. Everything works together to keep gameplay moving seamlessly.
Players jockey for position. Slipstreams, blocks, and tire wear all matter. There’s no coasting to victory. Just like real F1 drivers, you’re constantly adjusting your plan based on what’s happening in front of you. It’s not a game that plays itself. It challenges you to play better.
Strategy That Feels Like Chess But Is Simple Like War
That’s not just a metaphor. Lacorsa cars behave like chess pieces. They mark track position. They move with purpose. They open a gap. Each move requires thought. Is the gap worth taking? Should you burn through early speed or save it for the final lap? What if the driver ahead is impossible to pass?
And then there’s the human element. The table talk. The bluffing. The quick glances before making big moves. Every race comes alive because of what the players bring to it.
Real Racing Colors, Real Racing Culture
There’s a reason Lacorsa doesn’t look like any other board game. The visual style was inspired by real Grand Prix posters from the 40s through the 60s. That era mattered to racing fans. It had style, risk, and national pride. The car colors in the game? They weren’t chosen at random.
Red represents the great Italian teams—Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Maserati. British Racing Green pays homage to Lotus, Cooper, and Brabham. White once represented German cars, but by the sixties, it was all about Honda and Japan. That kind of detail isn’t accidental. It’s part of what makes Lacorsa feel authentic.
What Keeps Players Hooked?
Most racing board games either feel too simple or too slow. Lacorsa avoids both pitfalls. What truly keeps the race exciting is the constantly shifting momentum. The closer you are to the lead, the more tension builds. Every small decision feels significant. There’s always a “what if?” running through your mind.
Will the race strategy hold up? Can you defend your position over the next lap? Is it too early to make a move? And if that wasn’t enough, there’s always someone right behind you. The social element is built right in. You don’t just battle on the track—you race against the people.
No One Gets Left Behind
Even if the lead pack pulls ahead, there’s always something to race for. Midfield battles get intense. Everyone’s chasing that one extra spot. And the final few turns often bring the biggest surprises. No one’s ever truly out of it. That’s part of what makes Lacorsa more than just a simulation. It’s a racing event, just smaller. Quieter. But no less intense.
And unlike some F1 formula car racing games, it doesn’t penalize slower starts or early mistakes. With quick moves and smart risks, comebacks are real.
Designed for Real Game Nights
Mark didn’t just think about racing; he also considered dinner tables, storage space, and setups that don’t take an hour. He wanted boards that don’t warp or sprawl too far, which is why the checkered wooden board folds neatly into a box for travel.
The elastic fold keeps everything secure. The layout looks clean but is packed with detail. It’s not just attractive—it’s functional. Every piece in the box has a purpose, and it also improves the overall experience. That’s rare in game design.
The Game Feels Alive
The pacing never stalls. There’s minimal downtime. Turns continue to flow, and everyone watches every move, even when it’s not their turn. You don’t sit back and wait to play; you stay actively involved. That makes it ideal for groups seeking more than just rolling dice. It remains fun, but it’s not passive—it demands effort from everyone.
You don’t need to be a huge fan to enjoy it. However, if you are, it offers layers that keep revealing themselves.
A Gift That Surprises Racing Fans
F1 fans are tough to buy for. The usual gifts feel uninspired. What most of them haven’t experienced is a well-crafted, strategy-rich board game like Lacorsa. It’s not just a product; it’s like a new way to enjoy the sport. It’s one of those rare gifts that gets played multiple times.
And for players who’ve never followed racing? It still holds up. Strategy speaks for itself.
Get the Race Started
Right now, there’s a limited-time deal on expansion bundles where you can save up to 25%. When you spend $90 or more on game products, you'll receive a free racecar with your order. We at Lacorsa believe game night should feel more lively, more intense, and more unpredictable. Something special.
So if the usual F1 board games no longer excite you, there’s something better waiting at the table.