Racing in Car 2021

The Ad Problem Is the First Thing You Notice

You launch the game. Before you see a single car, an ad plays. You close it. Another ad starts immediately. This is the reality of Racing in Car 2021. The game is free, but the price is your time. One user reported watching five or six ads in a row just to get to the main menu. Another said ads appear after every restart and every time you hit the home screen. The developer's response to these complaints is consistent: you can turn off the ads by buying the full version of the game. That option costs $1.99. But the game does not advertise this upfront. You only discover it after digging through the in-app purchase menu. So the first interaction with the app is not driving a car. It is closing ad windows. That is the onboarding experience.

The ads do not stop once you start playing. They appear before races, after crashes, and during menu navigation. Some users report that the game gives you just one or two taps between ads before drowning you in more. This is not an exaggeration. The ad frequency is so high that it makes the game practically unplayable for some. The game also offers rewarded ads for in-game currency, which many players watch voluntarily. But the forced ads are what drive the most complaints. The developer, Studio WW Games, relies on ad revenue to keep the game free. That is a fair trade-off in theory. In practice, the balance is tilted too far toward advertising. The game feels less like a driving simulator and more like an ad delivery system with a driving mini-game attached.

What Actually Works: The Driving and Graphics

Despite the ad problem, the core driving experience is solid. The game offers a realistic POV view from the driver's seat, which is rare in mobile racing games. The interiors are detailed, with working gauges and steering wheel animations. The exterior models are also well-rendered, with reflections and damage textures. The engine sounds are convincing, and the car physics simulation gives a sense of weight and momentum. One user described the handling as "amazingly good." Another said the game has "one of the best graphics on mobiles." The city and highway maps are endless, with day and night cycles, bridges, tunnels, and turnings. The traffic system is smart, with NPC cars that change lanes and react to your presence. This is the part of the game that keeps players coming back.

The car selection is another strong point. There are sportscars, SUVs, hatchbacks, and sedans. You can buy new cars with in-game currency earned by driving fast and overtaking traffic. The customization options are decent. You can change the color of the car, the wheels, and even the interior. The tuning system lets you adjust acceleration, top speed, handling, and brakes. This gives you control over how the car feels. The real online radio feature is a nice touch. It plays popular music while you drive, adding to the immersion. These features work well together. They create a driving experience that feels more realistic than most mobile racing games. The problem is that the ads interrupt this experience constantly. So the game is good, but it is hard to enjoy when you are constantly closing ad windows.

How the Game Actually Works: From Garage to Road

When you finally get past the ads, the game presents a garage. You see your current car and a menu with options. The main button is "PLAY." Tapping it takes you to the map screen. From there, you select a race type: free roam, circuit, sprint, time attack, or drag racing. The free roam mode lets you drive around the city and highway without objectives. This is where most players spend their time. The other modes have specific goals, like beating a time or reaching a checkpoint. The career mode is not clearly defined. The game does not have a story or mission structure. You just drive, earn money, and buy cars. This lack of direction is a common complaint. One user said the game has "no goal" and becomes "way too simple" after unlocking all cars.

The tuning and customization menus are accessible from the garage. You tap the gear icon to enter the tuning screen. Here, you adjust sliders for acceleration, top speed, handling, and brakes. The changes are noticeable in the driving physics. The customization menu lets you change colors and parts. The process is straightforward, but the options are limited compared to dedicated tuning games. The multiplayer mode is a separate subscription. You pay $5.49 per month to play online with others. This is a significant cost for a mobile game. Many users wish multiplayer were free. The game also offers car packs for purchase, ranging from $0.99 to $18.49. These packs give you access to premium cars without earning them in-game. This creates a pay-to-win dynamic that some players dislike.

Bugs, Performance, and the Price of Removing Ads

The game has a reputation for bugs. Cars sometimes fly into the air for no reason. Other times, they spawn inside another car, causing an immediate crash. The physics engine can be unpredictable. Some users report that cars suddenly stop or freeze. The developer acknowledges these issues in the changelog with phrases like "minor bugs fixed" and "gaming process improved." But specific fixes are never detailed. The game also has performance issues on older devices. The minimum requirement is Android 7.0, but users with devices running Android 8 or 9 report lag and stuttering. The high graphics detail comes at a cost. The game consumes significant RAM and storage space. The APK size is over 400 MB, and the XAPK can be over 500 MB. This is large for a mobile game.

The in-app purchase system is the game's primary revenue model. The remove ads option costs $1.99. This is a one-time purchase that eliminates all forced ads. It is the most popular IAP. The multiplayer subscription costs $5.49 per month. This is a recurring charge that many users find expensive. The car packs range from $0.99 to $18.49. These are optional and do not affect the core gameplay. The developer also offers a "full version" that includes remove ads and some car packs. The pricing is not clearly displayed in the game. You have to navigate through multiple menus to find the options. The refund policy is not stated in the app. Users who are unhappy with their purchase must contact support via email. The support email is listed in the Play Store description: [email protected]. The developer is based in Cyprus, according to the Play Store listing. The company address is in Paphos. This is relevant for users who need to request a refund or report issues.