Neon Drift Circuit

Neon Drift Circuit goes all in on style. Tracks are neon-soaked city loops, and the whole game is tuned around sliding through corners rather than braking. Steering is tilt or on-screen buttons, and both feel responsive once you tweak the sensitivity.

The drift mechanic builds a boost meter, so the loop is about chaining slides cleanly. It's easy to grasp and hard to master, which is exactly what an arcade racer should be. Races are short, making it great for a quick blast between things.

Fair warning: this one is a battery and heat hog. Twenty minutes had my test phone noticeably warm. There's a graphics setting that trims the effects and helps, but you lose some of the visual punch that makes the game fun.

What we liked

• Satisfying drift-and-boost loop
• Adjustable tilt or button controls
• Short races ideal for quick sessions