Extreme Car Driving Simulator
Review from Our Experience
When I first opened the game, I was immediately struck by how open it felt. You are simply dropped into this free city where you are free to do as you please. There are no racetracks that are locked in, and there are no ongoing missions that require you to drive a specific way. Without the chaos, it almost feels like a scaled-down version of Grand Theft Auto's open-world driving. Simply getting into a car, pressing the gas, and seeing how much air time you can get by jumping off random ramps has a certain satisfying quality.
I appreciate how straightforward the menus are. It isn't cluttered or attempting to do too much at once. You can easily pick, tune, or customize the cars, which are all neatly lined up.
Here's where I feel conflicted. On the one hand, for a mobile game, the driving physics are surprisingly good. You can actually feel the difference between cars; sports cars feel quick and nimble, while heavier cars are more difficult to control. The game really shines when you're drifting. Sliding around corners is incredibly satisfying once you get the hang of it.
However, the controls can occasionally be a bit awkward. I prefer to play with the tilt steering because it feels more natural, but sometimes the response seems a little strange, as if there is a slight lag between tilting and the car's actual reaction. If you've played realistic driving simulations before, you'll notice it, but it's not bad. The gas, brake, and nitro on-screen buttons are positioned correctly and are simple to tap without enclosing half of the screen with your thumb.
The feeling of freedom is one thing I enjoy. You are free to explore without being constrained by missions or levels. Nothing feels forced, though there are checkpoints and minor challenges if you want them. I occasionally just drive around to see how fast I can go without getting into an accident. At other times, I work on honing a drift combo around the airport. The game's open-world design gives it a sandbox feel, which prevents it from becoming monotonous too quickly.
To be honest, the graphics aren't console-quality or anything, but they're decent for a mobile game. Particularly when you play at night or at sunset, the lighting effects and reflections are pleasant. Even though some textures (such as ground surfaces or buildings) may appear a little dated, you hardly notice them when you're traveling 200 km/h.
The vehicles themselves appear respectable. The customization options make it enjoyable to change colors and add minor enhancements, and you can tell the developers put a lot of work into the models. However, the cars' interiors feel rather simple and uninteractive; I wish there was more detail.
The sound is fine. Although the engine sounds aren't very realistic, they do the job. When you floor it, the rev sound has a strangely satisfying quality. I didn't expect much more because it's a mobile game that has been around for a while, but the tire screeches and crash sounds could use some refinement.
One of the enjoyable aspects is the variety of vehicles: off-road vehicles, sports cars, and some vintage-looking cars. Although not extremely extensive, the customization system is sufficient to maintain interest. Paint, wheels, and minor performance enhancements are all modifiable. More tuning options (suspension, engine swaps) would be nice, but the current set is fine for casual play.
Sometimes earning cars seems like a chore, especially if you don't want to spend actual money. The in-game currency system tends to encourage purchases or watching advertisements. Ads are fine occasionally, but they can get annoying after a while. Although paying to remove ads is an option, not everyone wants to spend money.
What really keeps me playing is the open world. Despite its small size, it is jam-packed with enough roads, ramps, and off-road areas to keep you busy for hours. Whether you're in the desert, the city, or near the airport, there's always something to do. Some dirt roads are excellent for practicing drifting.
The pedestrians and traffic are two areas that could use improvement. There are moments when you feel like you're driving in a deserted world. It would be more immersive with more responsive AI traffic or additional pedestrians.
The game runs fairly smoothly on a mid-range Android phone. When too many effects appear, the frame rate can dip a bit, but it's not game-breaking. Occasionally the car may flip or get stuck — classic mobile-sim bugs — which a quick restart usually fixes.
If you enjoy playing with cars, Extreme Car Driving Simulator is ultimately a lot of fun. It's more of a sandbox driving playground than a deep racing sim like Assetto Corsa or Forza. Don't expect hardcore realism, but if you want a quick, satisfying driving playground, this game delivers.
It's one of those games where you can play for five minutes to unwind or for an hour chasing drift scores. The lack of pressure and story makes it easy to pick up and play whenever you want.
Overall, while Extreme Car Driving Simulator isn't revolutionary, it offers enjoyable sandbox driving and stunt opportunities. I'd keep it installed for casual sessions when I want unrestricted driving fun.
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