# Drive Fast -  2d Retro Racing — Fun Arcade Driving Game

> Retro arcade racing game where players drive in the opposite lane. (iPhone/iPad app by Vitaliy Onyshchenko.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-fast-2d-retro-racing/id1166900450 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vitaliy Onyshchenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1166900449)
- Category: Games
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 513 App Store ratings · 42 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 88 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-03-21
- Data updated: 2026-07-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-fast-2d-retro-racing/id1166900450/reviews.md

## What is Drive Fast?

Buckle up, hit the gas and hold on tight! 
You're driving the opposite lane!

Think you're a great driver?
Try Drive Fast!

## Key features

- Opposite lane driving
- Arcade racing
- Retro graphics
- Driving skill challenge

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 600 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1500 coins | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Drive Fast?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎮 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🎵 Great soundtrack and music
- ⚡ Fast-paced and challenging
- 🎯 Simple and easy to learn controls
- 📱 Free to play
- 🔄 Responsive developer listening to feedback
- 🎨 Retro arcade aesthetic appeal
- 🏆 Good for competing on high scores

**Cons**

- 📺 Excessive ads and unskippable advertisements
- 🐛 Significant lag and freezing issues
- 📱 Incompatible with newer phones
- ⚙️ Difficulty spike too steep
- 👁️ Limited visibility of upcoming obstacles
- 🎮 Repetitive gameplay with limited variety
- 📊 All vehicles have identical stats
- 🎚️ No difficulty or speed selection options

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Excessive lag and freezing during gameplay
- Game incompatible with older devices (iPhone 5s)
- Unskippable ads that force app restart
- Ad plays even after declining video offer
- Performance issues especially at game start

**Most requested features**

- Update game for compatibility with new phones
- Add speed/difficulty selection options
- Implement different game levels with progression
- Reduce ad frequency significantly
- Add vehicle variety (motorcycles, taxis, trucks)
- Include vehicle upgrade system (jump, invisibility)
- Differentiate vehicle stats and performance
- Improve visibility of upcoming traffic
- Gradual difficulty progression starting slow
- More content and gameplay variety

## Recent user reviews (10 of 42)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-fast-2d-retro-racing/id1166900450/reviews.md

### 4/5 — PLEASE update the game

*2026-01-07, version 1.4.1*

I really like the game I just wish it was updated to fit new phones and maybe a speed selection or more variety

### 5/5 — Good game

*2019-01-03, version 1.4.1*

I like it!!

### 5/5 — Everything it's meant to be

*2018-09-16, version 1.4.1*

All the reviews here are about a year old, so I'll chip in a recent review. 

My first arcade game about 40 years ago was a racer - turn the wheel to move the mechanical (yes) car from lane to lane while a reel of oncoming vehicles scrolls down towards you. Addictive then and you might think boring now - but this app shows you can take a modern spin on an old racer. 

Yes, this game is as simple as left and right, but with its rocking soundtrack, lightning fast lane changes, variable traffic and other distractions, there is some satisfaction in knocking over the levels. Crashes make you just laugh at how crazy it was you crashed but you want to keep coming back for more. 

Think Crossy Road, think Frogger and you get the idea for how this game plays - except it's faster and you dodge the oncoming traffic. I can imagine the game play getting more and more complex and there's opportunity to keep enhancing this game - but for what it is, and hey, it's even free, this wins as a retro rebuild that captures the simplicity and fun of a top-down 2D racer. Five stars.

### 5/5 — Lots of fun and Challenge

*2018-08-05, version 1.4.1*

Think you can drive well. Try this. It’s a ton of fun.

### 5/5 — Brun

*2018-03-26, version 1.3*

Brun

### 4/5 — Good but

*2018-03-26, version 1.3*

I love this game but it would be better if it had different levels

### 5/5 — Okay

*2018-03-26, version 1.3*

This game is not what I thought it would be but I really like it and i play it everyday and the more I play the better I get at it

### 4/5 — Pretty ok!

*2018-03-26, version 1.3*

It’s not awful but it ain’t perfect. It’s ok!! To many ads and to much lagging are my 2 issues.

### 1/5 — Love it

*2018-03-25, version 1.3*

Love your game

### 2/5 — Love fast drive

*2017-11-12*

Hi . I am writing this review about fast drive I just want to say something fast drive can improve I think fast five should improve no more adverts because people will get bored of the advert and then give up because they are hardly playing the game  .  and now I am writing about a good review ! IT IS AWOME but still change a few things ok . Thank you

## Frequently asked questions about Drive Fast

### What is Drive Fast - 2d Retro Racing?

Drive Fast - 2d Retro Racing is an arcade-style driving game with a retro aesthetic. The core gameplay involves driving in the opposite lane, challenging players' driving skills.

### What are the key features of this game?

The game features unique opposite lane driving mechanics, providing an arcade racing experience. It also boasts retro 2D graphics and a challenge to test your driving prowess.

### Is Drive Fast - 2d Retro Racing free to play?

Yes, the game is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases for additional content or features.

### What kind of device can I play this game on?

This is a mobile application, designed to be played on smartphones and tablets. Specific compatibility details would typically be found on the app store listing.

### Who is this game intended for?

This game is designed for players who enjoy fast-paced arcade racing and are looking for a unique driving challenge. It appeals to those who appreciate retro gaming aesthetics.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.1 — 2018-06-01

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixed leaderboards for Levels Mode

### 1.4 — 2018-05-24

New game mode - Levels!

### 1.3 — 2018-03-23

Minor improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.2 — 2018-02-14

Minor improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.1.5 — 2017-11-07

Minor improvements and bug fixes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-19.*