CarX Drift Racing

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CarX Drift Racing is a popular simulation game, available for both single-player and multi-player modes, known for its beautiful mechanics, excellent graphics, and sense of humor. With over 30 million downloads, it offers endless entertainment, but beware of the numerous bugs and frequent advertisements. The game warns players to take regular breaks due to its addictive nature.

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,987 reviews

graphics594 positive mentions

monetization55 negative mentions

graphics
769 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
20%
3%
The graphics in this drifting game are widely praised for their realism and detail, often compared to console-level visuals. Many users highlight the impressive car designs, smooth animations, and overall aesthetic quality, making it one of the best-looking mobile racing games available. However, some players express a desire for further improvements, such as enhanced customization options and better performance on lower-end devices.
- “Best mobile drifting game I've ever had, controls are easy, graphics are amazing, great cars and tracks, and many different settings for a better experience.”
- “The graphics are amazing, sweet cars, and high prices.”
- “Amazing graphics, sweet cars, and high prices.”
- “Useless playing multiplayer when every race starts with distorted graphics...adds ruin a good game..to the point of wanting to delete it..especially just popping up..game would be good if it had 4vs 4..maybe pvp online..not just ghosts..will give it a better rating when you fix the constant lagging of graphics..and disconnection..especially at the beginning of every race...lets not forget every accident is rigged to face the wall and never get out again...the grass also rigged can't regain the track.”
- “This game sucks because the angle of the drift is too much and the graphics are bad and you can't skip the tutorial.”
- “This game is trash; the graphics are trash, that's why I give it one star. Lame game.”
gameplay
112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
29%
3%
The gameplay of this game is widely praised for its smooth controls, realistic physics, and impressive graphics, making it a favorite among car enthusiasts and drift racing fans. However, players have expressed concerns about the high cost of unlocking vehicles and tracks, frequent ads, and occasional lag, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many users find the gameplay engaging and addictive, with a variety of modes and mechanics that enhance the fun.
- “Controls are phenomenal, graphics are unbelievably good, and as for the gameplay, I have no words; there's drifting mode, time attack, training, multiplayer, and events!”
- “Excellent gameplay, phenomenal graphics, unbelievable physics, incredible car details, great fun to play.”
- “This game has amazing drift mechanics and is in the top 5 best drift games; it can be very laggy sometimes, but that's it.”
- “But I hate that 98% of the time I can't enter the multiplayer mode or enter any event due to not being able to log in to my gameplay account.”
- “The game's great, very real physics, but what gets to me is the throttle control and traction mechanics. They suck; every time you make a mistake, it's a hassle recovering from it. Even with a little touch of the throttle, it spins the wheel, which is unrealistic to the point that it's frustrating, so it's a straight uninstall for me.”
- “Awful gameplay experience.”
monetization
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
7%
85%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that disrupt gameplay and hinder the overall experience. While some appreciate the option to earn in-game currency through watching ads, others find the pricing for cars and modifications steep, leading to a perception of the game being overly focused on microtransactions. Overall, players are calling for a paid, ad-free version to enhance their enjoyment.
- “Microtransactions are done right in this game.”
- “Great visuals, great audio, great driving physics, and a lot of car and map selections. It has its own in-app purchases, but overall the game isn't pay-to-play.”
- “In-app purchase/grind ratio is really good.”
- “Was the best game out there now it's filled with ads and I had to delete and reinstall, and all my stuff was saved except for my car settings which normally wouldn't be a big deal except it takes real money to change your settings. That's messed up to begin with, but when I already paid for it once and now I have to again... really come on.”
- “Infested with ads and parts you now have to pay for... I used to play this when it first came out; it was way better. It's really gone downhill.”
- “There are so many ads that the game is unplayable.”
optimization
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
39%
10%
Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed reviews. While many players appreciate its smooth performance and good graphics, especially on lower-end devices, others report issues such as freezing, low frame rates, and poor performance on specific models. Additionally, there are calls for more customization options and better performance tuning to enhance the overall experience.
- “The level of genuine authenticity to which you adjust your vehicle to every possible modification and performance enhancement makes the driver and vehicle relationship feel almost close to real.”
- “This game is awesome and runs smoothly on a 2GB RAM device.”
- “Plenty of cars to choose from, the maps are good, the graphics are great, the drift physics are on point, and it runs smoothly.”
- “The later tracks are too expensive; it's ridiculous. You would literally have to spend a lot of money to get them, which I'm not happy about. It has good graphics and controls but definitely lacks visual/performance customization for the cars, unlike other Android car games, so it would be a big plus to see that change. Apart from that, it would have been a 4-star game.”
- “Very poor optimization on Nexus 6P.”
- “But it is apparently optimized for my tablet but keeps freezing or running at low frames.”
stability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
93%
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while many users appreciate its addictive gameplay and graphics, they frequently report issues such as freezing, glitches, and control malfunctions. These problems can significantly disrupt the gaming experience, with some players experiencing crashes during startup or gameplay. Despite these stability concerns, some users remain hopeful for improvements in future updates.
- “Online and offline run exceptionally well, and every feature is pretty bug-free.”
- “It runs great even on my old potato from 2017.”
- “I didn't give 5 stars because there have been glitches with it, like the car slamming on brakes and going in reverse.”
- “This game is just frustrating. Before downloading it, listen to me: it has so many bugs and randomly freezes in the middle of playing. It makes you rage, and you're probably going to delete this game in less than seconds.”
- “I love this game, but this update causes my phone to freeze every time I load up the game and get on the home screen.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the current soundtrack and its integration into the gameplay, while others express dissatisfaction with the lack of variety and the desire for newer, more engaging tracks. Many users reminisce about the original music and feel that the current selection is outdated and similar to other racing games. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the experience for some, there is a strong call for updates and more diverse options.
- “CarX Drift Racing is the best mobile game I've ever downloaded; the graphics, soundtrack, and gameplay are just awesome!”
- “Realistic graphics and physics, lovely soundtrack.”
- “Still a fun game to play; I miss the original music you had when the app first was released. The music now sounds like every other racing game.”
- “I don't know if this is happening to anyone else, but every time I open the game, there is background music playing that can't be turned off.”
- “It would be nice if you could add some newer music.”
- “Just put some real music; the music is very old and lame.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
55%
27%
Players express a strong desire for the game to include a dedicated story mode, similar to other racing titles, emphasizing the need for engaging narratives and character development. Many reviews highlight the importance of customization options and missions, while some users note the absence of a coherent story, suggesting that the game would benefit from a more structured narrative experience. Overall, the consensus is that adding a story mode would enhance the game's appeal and depth.
- “Its the beautiful game, but add something like a story mode; create something like a story.”
- “What a great game! Here's the story of the game that is the best in the world. I don't think it has one, but it's a great game.”
- “The game needs a story mode like drifting with an opponent in offline mode, which is similar to CarX Highway Racing.”
- “It's a beautiful game, but it needs something like a story mode; create something like a story.”
- “One thing the game really needs is a story mode.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the gameplay and mechanics, such as steering and drifting, to be amusing. Suggestions for adding humorous elements like cop drift cars and firetrucks indicate that players enjoy the comedic potential of the game. Overall, the game is described as funny and entertaining, appealing to both casual gamers and drift enthusiasts.
- “The steering wheel is hilarious; I can't steer like a normal steer.”
- “Ok, but please add the bus in the game; it will look so funny!”
- “Very funny and very real game for drift enthusiasts. 😉”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly when it comes to unlocking higher-end cars, which require significant effort. While the game is generally well-received for its physics, the first-person camera perspective has been criticized for being poorly designed, further complicating the grinding experience.
- “I still play it every once in a while when I'm not grinding the second one.”
- “Tedious.”
- “Good game, but the first-person perspective is horrible. The camera is too far forward, and you can't even see your mirrors. It's like the driver is 6 feet tall with the seat all the way in. Other than that, the physics are good, but the higher-end cars require a lot of grinding.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players highlight the game's exceptional replayability, praising its diverse cars and modes that encourage repeated playthroughs.
- “This game is phenomenal, from the cars to the modes, to the pure replayability.”
- “The variety of challenges and modes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Every playthrough feels fresh thanks to the dynamic events and customizable options.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a sense of unease and frustration regarding the game's emotional impact, highlighting moments where the car's unpredictable drifting creates a feeling of loss of control, which can evoke anxiety and tension during gameplay.