# Drive, Not Dive — A car. A plank. Good luck.

> Control a car on a plank, avoiding falls with precise taps and coin-based power-ups. (iPhone/iPad app by Vikas Pawar.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-not-dive/id6746210199 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vikas Pawar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588876306)
- Category: Games, Action, Racing
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 1,747 App Store ratings · 54 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 116 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-06-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-not-dive/id6746210199/reviews.md

## What is Drive, Not Dive?

One car. One plank. Zero room for error.

In Drive, not Dive, your car teeters on a narrow plank above certain doom. Tap left or right to shift the plank and stay in control — for now. Coins offer both rewards and chaos: freeze time, speed things up, or trigger falling missiles. The longer you last, the higher you score. Unlock a lineup of unforgettable cars and prove yourself on the global leaderboard.

Features:

1. Simple, Clean Artwork – Minimal design with maximum focus on gameplay.
2. Catchy In-Game Music – Fun, lighthearted audio to match the chaos.
3. Global Leaderboard – Compete with players around the world.
4. 15+ Cars to Unlock – From classics to crazy, build your ultimate garage.
5. Surprise Coin Effects – Freeze, speed up, or dodge missiles — every coin counts!

Ready to drive? Just don't dive.

## Key features

- Tap to control plank
- Coin-based power-ups
- Global leaderboard
- Unlockable cars
- Minimalist artwork
- Catchy in-game music

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buggy Blaster | $0.99 | one-time |
| Speedster | $0.99 | one-time |
| Golf Glider | $0.99 | one-time |
| Track Titan | $0.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #192 in Top Free · Racing (US App Store)

## What do users think of Drive, Not Dive?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 💡 Inspired by similar games like Level With Me
- 🚀 Simple but challenging

**Cons**

- 🐛 Controls too small and close together
- 🔥 Missiles drop too quickly

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Buttons are hard to hit, causing many dives

**Most requested features**

- Larger or adjustable controls
- No ads option

## Recent user reviews (10 of 54)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-not-dive/id6746210199/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Five stars

*2026-08-07*

This game is very frustrating five stars

### 4/5 — Drive not drive is a great game but their notifications sucks

*2026-07-15, version 4.4*

So the game is fun and all, but the only problem is that the notifications just roast me all the time. and I’m like..  do they not care that I don’t have the time to play right now? and the thing is, they don’t even help me at all. it’s like they just roast me. and it’s not cool. which is why I stopped playing the game for a while, because this game is kind of mean to me...honestly so if you guys could fix your notifications to a more positive outcome, this game probably wouldn’t be a problem for me. Thank you.

### 5/5 — Finally

*2026-07-14*

I’ve been looking for an excuse to say “I’ve played these games before” whenever someone says “I need you to balance this car on a plank for as long as you can” and this is just the excuse, thank you

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for the feedback 🚗

### 4/5 — Einfach und unterhaltsam…

*2026-07-06*

Eine einfache und doch herausfordernde Spielmechanik! Ich persönlich fände es besser, wenn anstatt der Raketen Steine herunter fielen. Das wäre „realistischer“ und es könnten ja auch verschieden große Felsbrocken sein? Und…der Felsen würde mit lautem Platschen ins Wasser fallen, das Wasser spritzt hoch…das Spiel wäre plötzlich noch interessanter. Oder es könnte verschiedene Sachen geben, die runterfallen, Raketen, Steine, Gartenstühle, Kaffeebecher, Lollies…usw…

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for the feedback. The ideas you have suggested are really good, and I will definitely consider implementing these in upcoming updates. 

Once again, thank you so much 🚗

### 4/5 — Because

*2026-06-25, version 4.4*

It’s fun

### 5/5 — Rivalry

*2026-06-17, version 4.4*

I beat my sister at it. W Game.

### 5/5 — Great game.

*2026-06-02*

Drive not dive is such a fun and addictive game, I was looking for a one button game like this (I guess it has two buttons whatever) I found this and loved it. Only thing I could improve is the cars are honestly ugly

**Developer response:** Thank you very much for the feedback. I will definitely consider your suggestions and aim to improve in my next game. Take care 😊

### 4/5 — Please read

*2026-05-25*

To. Many. Adds  but good game

### 3/5 — Gsngdhurgg bc truth bff hth

*2026-05-10, version 4.4*

I… HATE… THESE… ADDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

### 5/5 — Great

*2026-05-04, version 4.4*

Five stars

## Frequently asked questions about Drive, Not Dive

### What is Drive, Not Dive?

Drive, Not Dive is a mobile game where players control a car teetering on a narrow plank. The objective is to tap left or right to shift the plank and keep the car from falling, aiming for the highest score possible.

### How do I play Drive, Not Dive?

Gameplay involves tapping the screen left or right to adjust the plank's position. This action helps maintain the car's balance. Collecting coins within the game can trigger various effects, adding another layer to the challenge.

### Are there in-app purchases or ads in Drive, Not Dive?

Yes, the game is free to play and includes in-app purchases. It also features advertisements. These elements support the game's development and allow for continued free access to gameplay.

### What are the main features of Drive, Not Dive?

Key features include simple tap controls, a global leaderboard for competitive play, over 15 cars to unlock, and surprise coin effects that can alter gameplay. The game also boasts clean, minimalist artwork and catchy in-game music.

### What is the goal of Drive, Not Dive?

The primary goal is to survive for as long as possible on the plank, achieving the highest score. Players can also aim to unlock all 15+ cars and climb the global leaderboard to prove their skills against other players worldwide.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.4 — 2025-10-03

1. The in-game leaderboard now updates every 7 days and displays the 5 most recent top drivers.

### 4.3 — 2025-10-01

1. Minor performance improvements and smoother access to iOS 26 Challenges.

### 4.2 — 2025-09-20

1. Improved initial loading- the game now loads almost instantly.
2. Added easy access to the iOS 26 Challenges button.
3. Added a tooltip for the Remove Ads option.

### 4.1 — 2025-09-16

1. Added easy access to the iOS 26 Play Together menu. Simply click the Game Center button to open it.
2. Rebalanced the game difficulty.

### 4.0 — 2025-09-10

1.  Added support for iOS 26 Game Center Challenges & Activities – now compete with friends in exciting score-based challenges right inside the game!
2. Major performance improvements for smoother, faster, and more responsive gameplay.

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All apps by Vikas Pawar: https://appshunter.io/developer/1588876306

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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 2026-09-06.*