SpeedRunners 2 Workshop & Community Maps
Custom tracks, post-launch Workshop support, and the community map scene.
SpeedRunners 1 built a passionate speedrunning and tournament community around its curated map pool. SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed ships with a curated demo map pool and a long-term promise of Steam Workshop support for custom maps. This page covers what Workshop means for the sequel, how the SpeedRunners 1 community map tradition shaped the roadmap, and what to expect from custom maps on September 3, 2026 and after.
Custom maps in SpeedRunners 1
SpeedRunners 1 did not ship with Steam Workshop support in the traditional sense. Community-organized map contests filled the gap: organizers hosted Map Making contests where the community submitted custom map designs, voted on finalists, and the top-voted maps were added to curated custom playlists. The “Frosty Mapmakers Contest” referenced in the SpeedRunners Steam news hub is one example of how the original franchise kept the map pool alive without official mod tools.
The result was a parallel community map culture where Discord channels and Reddit threads acted as the de facto Workshop. Players shared maps via screenshot walkthroughs and time-attack videos rather than downloadable files.
SpeedRunners 2 Workshop roadmap
Fair Play Labs has confirmed that Steam Workshop support is a post-launch content track, not a day-one feature. The September 3, 2026 launch focuses on the curated map library — six maps in the current Steam demo, with more in the release build. Workshop support is expected to roll out through Q4 2026 or Q1 2027 as the developers community infrastructure stabilizes.
When Workshop launches, expect:
- Mod tools. A level editor compatible with the Steam Workshop upload flow. Exact feature scope has not been confirmed.
- Map submission queue. Community-submitted maps go through a vetting process before they appear in the public mod browser.
- Workshop ratings and reviews. Players rate custom maps and write reviews, similar to other Steam Workshop titles.
- Curated community playlists. Official and community-run playlists of the best Workshop maps.
What custom maps can change
Custom maps in SpeedRunners 2 will affect three things:
- Map geometry. Designers can place boost pads, hazards, levers, and blue ceilings anywhere. The Maps Hub hub explains the map vocabulary.
- Pickup spawn points. Item boxes can be relocated, removed, or added. The Pickup Economy page covers how spawn placement changes race dynamics.
- Item identities per spawn. Designers can decide which item spawns where. A map full of Golden Grapples is technically allowed (though probably bannable in tournaments).
Custom maps cannot change character abilities or hitboxes. The shared-kit philosophy is preserved across custom maps.
Finding quality Workshop maps
Until official Workshop support lands, the best way to find quality custom maps is through the SpeedRunners community channels. The Community Discord, Community Reddit, and Community Twitch pages cover the official channels where map designers share work-in-progress.
Quality signals to look for in community maps:
- Time-attack VODs. A designer who records clean time-attack runs of their map is confident in the geometry.
- Community feedback. Maps with feedback threads on Discord or Reddit tend to be more polished.
- Tournament use. Maps that show up in community tournament brackets have passed a basic quality bar.
- Designer reputation. Repeat mapmakers who have shipped multiple successful maps are likely to ship more.
Avoid maps that have not been playtested or have no feedback history. Untested maps often have soft-lock geometry that crashes the race.
Community tournaments on custom maps
Once Workshop is live, expect community tournaments to feature custom map pools. The Esports page covers the competitive scene and how tournaments typically include curated maps. Custom map tournaments tend to be more experimental — speedrunning-style precision tracks, hazard-heavy gauntlets, or novelty maps with unusual item placement.
If you want to organize a custom map tournament, the Tournament Prep page covers the prep cycle and the Practice Planner page covers session templates.
Workshop and the SpeedRunners 1 map contest tradition
Fair Play Labs is likely to honor the SpeedRunners 1 map contest tradition when Workshop launches. Expect seasonal or quarterly map contests with the winning maps added to official curated playlists. The contest format is a community engagement tool that worked well for SpeedRunners 1 and aligns with Fair Play Labs’ tournament-friendly design philosophy.
For the latest roadmap updates, watch What’s New and the Review Hub. The post-launch roadmap is also covered in What’s New vs Original.
The future of community maps
The September 3, 2026 launch is the start of a multi-year community map culture. SpeedRunners 1’s community map tradition shows that a curated-plus-community hybrid model works: the official maps keep competitive integrity, and the community maps push experimental designs. The sequel is positioned to expand on that model with proper Steam Workshop support.
If you are interested in map design, start by studying the official maps. The Demo Maps page lists every map in the demo; analyze one per session for layout, hazard placement, and pickup geography. When Workshop tools are released, your analysis becomes a design foundation.
Related
- Maps Hub — map vocabulary
- Demo Maps — six maps in the demo
- Boosts & Hazards — map elements
- Pickup Economy — item spawn logic
- Community Discord — official channels
- Esports — competitive scene
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Does SpeedRunners 2 have Steam Workshop support?
Workshop support is a confirmed post-launch feature, expected in Q4 2026 or Q1 2027. The September 3, 2026 launch focuses on the curated map library.
How did custom maps work in SpeedRunners 1?
SpeedRunners 1 did not ship with Workshop support. Community map contests filled the gap, with designers submitting maps and players voting on finalists.
Can custom maps change character abilities?
No — the shared-kit philosophy is preserved across custom maps. Designers can change geometry, pickup spawn points, and item identities per spawn.
Where do I find custom maps today?
Through the SpeedRunners community channels — Discord, Reddit, and Twitch — until Steam Workshop launches officially.
Will community maps appear in tournaments?
Likely — community tournaments often feature custom map pools once Workshop is live. The [Esports](/review/esports/) page covers the competitive scene.