Circuit Superstars

Circuit Superstars is a top-down racing game that focuses not only on speed, but also on accuracy. The cameras and presentation emphasize that the runs are short and tight, and every contact with an opponent or fence is worth the time. Cars differ in character: some love to skid, others require smoothness, and you have to get used to each one. The tracks are made with turns of varying difficulty, and the weather and surface conditions change conditions along the way. There are modes with different vehicle classes and settings. In addition to single races, there are online competitions and leaderboards. The controls are mastered quickly, but you won’t be able to win without understanding the trajectory. The steering is responsive, but at high speed the car easily goes into a skid, and the extra degree of steering costs the position. The tracks vary in width and type of turns, so overtaking requires preparation rather than luck. There is support for several classes of vehicles: from small cars to trucks, and the weight is felt in every turn. The races are short, but dense: lap after lap there is a fight for seconds. After the finish, you can see the breakdown by sector and understand where exactly the speed was lost. After several races you get used to feeling the moment of braking, and the laps become more stable. The weather changes the clutch, so the settings for rain are different from dry conditions. The project looks simple, but the racing in it is fair and intense. For those players who love top-down arcade racing, the Circuit Superstars is a good option.