Real Racing for iPhone

Premium iOS driving — Real Racing

Real Racing (originally released as Firemint Real Racing GTI) is a polished racing simulator for iOS that focuses on realistic handling and fast-paced competition. It delivers a high-adrenaline driving experience with detailed cars, responsive physics, and an emphasis on precision through corners rather than arcade-style shortcuts.

Race types and multiplayer options

Modes included:

• Time Trial — perfect for practicing lap lines and shaving off tenths.
• Quick Race — jump into a single event for instant action.
• Career mode — a longer progression that spans multiple events and tracks.

Multiplayer capabilities:

• Online competition via Game Center, supporting up to four opponents and league play for organized contests.
• Local Wi‑Fi multiplayer that allows racing with as many as six players on the same network.

Steering, braking and overall handling

Control highlights:

• Braking assistance can be enabled to help with difficult stops.
• Acceleration and gear changes are handled automatically so you can focus on steering.
• Tilt the device left or right to steer and tap the screen to apply brakes.

The controls are intentionally streamlined, but the game remains demanding — at high speeds you must concentrate on proper entry and exit lines to maintain speed through bends.

Visuals and audio presentation

The game’s 3D visuals are notably detailed for a mobile title and evoke the look of home-console racers. Motion and perspective convey a convincing sense of speed, and the engine and tire sounds enhance immersion during close battles.

Legacy and related titles

Real Racing is widely regarded as one of the standout driving games on iOS. If you enjoy it, consider trying the later entries in the series (Real Racing 2 and Real Racing 3) or other mobile sims for more variety.

Recent fix

Resolved a graphics bug affecting third‑generation devices running iOS 5.