Toy Cars: 3D Racing

Toy Cars: 3D Racing shrinks the race down to toy scale but keeps the competitive structure of a full racer. You jump into a car, line up against other racers and try to beat them, with challenges and time-limited events adding variety to the standard races.

The garage is where the long game lives. The description names three upgrade areas: the engine, the tyres and the chassis. Together they improve the overall performance of the car, so the toy you finish with is noticeably quicker and more stable than the one you start with. Preparing the car before a race is part of the routine.

Drifting is part of the driving, and the tags add crashes to the mix, so contact with rivals is likely. It is published by Mirra Games and tagged as a time-killer, which fits its quick races and short events. It suits players who want a small, upgrade-driven racer that does not take itself too seriously.

1. Prepare your toy car before the race.
2. Compete against the other racers or enter a challenge.
3. Drift through the corners to keep your pace.
4. Upgrade the engine, tyres and chassis with your winnings.

Check the time-limited events when they appear. They are a change from the regular races and a good way to try out your latest upgrades.