Fit check
Is Simple Racing worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Casual racing fans who want 2-to-6-minute online events
- Groups of friends seeking races for up to 8 simultaneous players
- Players who prefer keyboard-and-mouse controls over controllers
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Racing fans seeking a large track roster may find 5 tracks limited
- Players looking for long-form races or extended driving sessions may find the 2-to-6-minute format too brief
- Players who require controller support will not have that control option
- Players seeking open-world exploration or extensive vehicle customization may find the scope narrow
Our take on Simple Racing
The page emphasizes dozens of races, but the stated track count is 5, with variety coming from race variations. It also foregrounds multiplayer competition while the overall structure remains short events, basic controls, 18 cars, and a small track selection.
What is Simple Racing?
Simple Racing is an online racing game for keyboard and mouse play, supporting races with up to 8 simultaneous players or AI opponents.
Events last from 2 to 6 minutes and use arrow keys or WASD for driving. Credits earned from races can be spent on faster cars, with 18 vehicles available. Completing races and driving cleanly affects a visible Simple Rating that ranges from 0 to 99 and starts at 45. The game includes 5 tracks and several race variations, with simple graphics intended to run on every computer. Controller support is not included. The listing also describes planned wet-weather races and different tyres as future additions, while noting that updates may be small and irregular.
How Simple Racing plays
- 01Eight-player races
- Online events can include up to 8 racers at the same time.
- 02Short race sessions
- Individual races are structured to last between 2 and 6 minutes.
- 03Keyboard driving
- Cars are controlled with the arrow keys or WASD rather than a controller.
- 04Credit-based cars
- Race earnings provide credits for obtaining faster vehicles from the 18-car selection.
- 05Simple Rating
- A public player rank runs from 0 to 99, beginning at 45 and changing with race completion and clean driving.
- 06Five tracks
- The game includes 5 tracks alongside several race variations.
Simple Racing compared to similar games
MAVRIX by Matt Jones focuses on a 100-square-kilometre open world with downhill tracks, slopestyle lines, bike parks, and player-defined routes, while Simple Racing uses 5 tracks and short 2-to-6-minute races. CrashMetal - Cyberpunk combines street racing with an open-world city, car upgrades, appearance changes, and exploration; Simple Racing instead centers on online races for up to 8 players or AI.
Simple Racing: platforms & release
Is Simple Racing worth it?
It is worth it if: casual racing fans who want 2-to-6-minute online events. Skip it if: racing fans seeking a large track roster may find 5 tracks limited.
Where can I download Simple Racing?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Simple Racing's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Simple Racing on?
Windows, macOS and Linux.
