Here are the best iPad racing games for you to play on your 9.7-inch Apple tablet. The lightweight and conformable to hold design of the slate makes it a pretty good choice for gaming and the newer generations have the hardware required to run demanding titles that offer immersive and realistic experiences.
Then there’s the beautiful display, most notably the Retina panels on the newer ones. Also, the screen’s large size provides ample viewing space without major obstructions. Well, what are you waiting for? Head on below for a quick look at the finest in the genre.
1. Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing:
If you’re fan of the Sonic franchise then you ought to get your hands on the Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing spinoff. This title packs 13 popular characters including Dr. Eggman, Tails, AiAi, Amigo and others, each having their own custom vehicle. Also, they have a unique All Star move like Super Sonic, Banana Blitz and Tails Tornado which provide a boost in-game.
While you speed across circuits, you’ll encounter power ups and also weapons that can be used against opponents to immobilize them or slow them down. You get over 25 missions to race in, 4 Grand Prix Cups to win and a Battle Mode for multiplayer.
Price: $1.99.
2. Flashout 3D:
Flashout 3D is basically as simple as it gets. This title is quite similar to the kart-styled ones where you speed across various circuits, collect bonuses and power-ups as well as weapons. What’s different here is that the game has a futuristic setting and you pilot customizable hovering vehicles across numerous areas such as New York, Beijing and Berlin amongst others.
What makes this title one of the finest in the genre is that it’s extremely fast-paced and the graphics as well as audio are superb. In upcoming releases, the developer has promised to incorporate a challenge mode, the ability for you to play your own music and online multiplayer. There’s a sequel in the works as well.
Price: $2.99.
3. Repulze:
Repulze is no different than Flashout 3D where gameplay is concerned. The title features a futuristic setting and the graphics are beautiful. And with the fast-paced gameplay, you get some pretty good electronic music which augments the experience altogether.
There are several vehicles available and the title is being released in phases where new features are being added. With the latest update, you can hit the road with AI opponents and battle it out to the finish by leveraging various weapons including a plasma cannon and a rocket battery.
Price: $2.99.
4. Real Racing 3:
If you’ve got a liking for professional-class racing then Real Racing 3 is as close as you can get to the actual thing. This is one of the must-have titles in the genre as it delivers stunning environments where even the vehicles are created with high levels of detail. Circuits here are virtual recreations of top locations worldwide, including the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Silverstone, Hockenheimring and more.
You’ll have a choice of over 50 cars from Porsche, Lamborghini, Dodge, Bugatti and Audi where you can race them against others in over 1,000 events and the Time Shifted Multiplayer mode.
Price: Free.
Asphalt is one of the longest running series for mobile developed by Gameloft. It started off during the early 2000’s where it was featured on the N-Gage by Nokia. The latest release, Asphalt 8: Airborne, takes the franchise to an all-new level with highly detailed visuals and action-packed gameplay. It puts you behind the wheel of 47 different exotic cars which can be raced across 9 locations like Venice, French Guiana, Iceland and the Nevada Desert amongst others.
These circuits have hidden shortcuts and ramps which can be used for performing stunts like barrel rolls and 360-degree jumps. You also get to take part in asynchronous races and multiplayer with up to 8 opponents.
Price: Free.
6. Need for Speed Most Wanted:
The 2005 release of Need for Speed Most Wanted was a superb hit and in 2012, EA decided to give it a complete makeover. This addition on our roster is based on the latest version and it delivers the same high speed cop chases as its predecessor.
You get more than 40 vehicles to race in including the SRT Viper GTS, Porsche 911 Carrera S and Hummer H1 Alpha. You’ll also be able to customize your ride, albeit there aren’t as many personalization options as before. Also, the major drawback here is the lack of multiplayer support.
Price: $6.99
7. Riptide GP2:
Riptide GP2 builds upon the success of the first installment which managed to turn-heads when it launched back in 2011. The latest release follows the same concept of water racing where you take control of rocket-powered hydro jets in futuristic tracks.
Apart from the immersive and addictive gameplay, the rich graphics make the title all the more alluring. As in the original, you can also perform stunts here to fill up the boost bar.
Price: $2.99.
8. Reckless Racing:
The Reckless Racing franchise is one to be loved. It isn’t the same as the aforementioned titles and what you’d expect to find in this genre. Rather, it puts you in a bird’s eye view of your car and the track. The first installment comes in a specific HD version for the iPad, where you get a total of 8 tracks to race around.
The second release on the other hand, has a selection of 20 cars, 40 challenges and the ability to upgrade vehicles with new parts for better performance.
Price: $4.99.
Conclusion:
So, what do you things about our hand picked best iPad racing games? Is your favorite on the list? If not, do let us known by dropping in a link and a few words on what you like about the title.