Neon Drift Circuit

Neon Drift Circuit is all about the slide. Forget realistic simulation; this is a game where you tap to throw the car sideways, hold the line, and chain drifts for speed boosts. The tracks are neon-soaked and the sense of motion is great, especially on a phone with a high refresh rate screen.

Controls default to tilt steering, which worked okay, but we switched to the on-screen buttons in settings and immediately raced better. That's the sort of option every racer should offer. One warning: this is the kind of game that heats a phone fast, so expect noticeable battery drain and a warm back after a few races.

It's best in short doses. Three or four races feel great; an hour straight and the repetition starts to show. As a quick adrenaline hit between tasks, though, it's hard to beat.

What we liked

• Punchy drift mechanics
• Multiple control schemes
• Gorgeous night-city visuals