Neon Drift Circuit

Neon Drift Circuit is pure arcade racing with a synth-heavy glow. You lean into corners with tilt controls or tap to steer, and drifting feels great once you find the rhythm. There's a career mode with a handful of tracks that unlock as you win, all playable without a connection.

The car handling has just enough weight to feel skillful without being frustrating. I found myself replaying tracks to shave off half a second, which is always the sign of a good racer. The neon aesthetic could be a cliché but it's done with real style here.

It's not a simulation and doesn't pretend to be. This is quick, punchy fun for a bus ride, and it saves your progress locally so you never lose a run.

What we liked

• Responsive tilt or tap controls
• Full career mode available offline
• Great sense of speed and drift