# Happy Race

> Action-packed real-time racing game with physics-based challenges. (iPhone/iPad app by Sam Hogan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-race/id903742444 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sam Hogan](https://appshunter.io/developer/796171600)
- Category: Games, Racing, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 358 App Store ratings · 125 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-11-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-race/id903742444/reviews.md

## What is Happy Race?

Happy Race is an action packed real-time racing game! Jump off buildings, smash windows, reverse gravity, detonate explosives, and go to the moon all in the comfort of your home! Try to keep your character alive as you avoid obstacles and complete tasks on your way to the finish. You can match up with a random opponent and challenge friends, or unlock new levels in single player mode. Happy Race is the ultimate cure for unhappiness!

FEATURES:
•Play a random opponent with one tap
•Race friends without an account
•Single player mode
•Realistic Box2D physics simulation
•60 levels
•7 characters
•2 control types (touch and tilt)
•Game Center leaderboards and achievements
•Stats synced between devices

Thanks for playing!

## Key features

- Real-time multiplayer racing
- Single player mode with 60 levels
- Realistic physics simulation
- Unlockable characters
- Touch and tilt controls
- Game Center leaderboards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scooter Girl | $0.99 | one-time |
| Super Guy | $1.99 | one-time |
| Go Kart Guy | $2.99 | one-time |
| Moto Man | $3.99 | one-time |
| Crazy Teacher | $5.99 | one-time |
| Monowheel Dude | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Levels | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Astronaut | $11.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Happy Race?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🚀 Smooth and responsive controls
- 💡 Multiplayer mode is a great addition
- 👍 Challenging but rewarding levels

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Difficulty unlocking new characters
- 🔒 Some levels are too difficult
- 🔋 Head/body parts can be too fragile

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unlock issues for certain characters
- Inconsistent target times in single-player
- Multiplayer connection problems
- Graphical glitches on some devices

**Most requested features**

- Add more levels and characters
- Implement user-created levels
- Allow character ejection like Happy Wheels
- Improve single-player mode experience

## Recent user reviews (10 of 125)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-race/id903742444/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Redownloaded after years and it’s sad

*2023-05-28*

Love this game, I remember being on it for hours playing with random ppl and chatting in between levels but now it’s like no one plays it so you can’t even unlock other characters bc you need to play with other ppl and win to unlock. I wish more ppl knew about this game

### 4/5 — I really like this game but….

*2023-03-17*

I really like this game me and my friend play it daily but I feel like the head can come off very randomly at times but apart from that this game is really fun I’m really mad that I cant rate it a 5 star because of the head complaint but apart from no head this game is really fun.

### 4/5 — Good game

*2022-03-19, version 1.2*

I can only play single player because when I press play it won’t load a race.

### 5/5 — This game is good

*2021-08-12*

The kids love this game and I love this app because yo mama yo mama yo mama yo mama yo mama yo mama yo mama yo mama

### 4/5 — It’s a blast! But….

*2021-08-05*

It’s very fun I love playing it but the only thing I don’t like is the single player you have to finish in a correct amount of time other than that I love it

### 1/5 — Abysmal when it comes to “speed”

*2021-02-16*

It’s honestly annoying, You have to Go EXACTLY on the Target speed, And it’s just bad, What If someone Wasn’t able to race? And they were stuck with that shopping cart kid, FIX THIS NOW!

### 1/5 — I’d rate it a zero if I could and don’t have time to talk about how bad the game is

*2021-01-01*

So unrealistic my head keeps coming off at stupid times on Reverse and I keep falling to my death on Reverse  it is too hard and isn’t easy to get characters it’s a rip off happy wheels just shut down the game now I can’t play multiplayer because no one plays your bad game anymore Stupid Hogan

### 5/5 — Um do people still play

*2020-08-29, version 1.2*

I am lonely

### 5/5 — Underrated!

*2020-08-18*

To be honest, this game is the best, I thinks it’s way to underrated! I love how sensitive the body parts are I know a lot of people don’t like that flaw but I do! I like challenge!!!

### 5/5 — its all connected

*2020-08-02*

Childhood game made by same dev of Stick with It

## Frequently asked questions about Happy Race

### What is Happy Race?

Happy Race is an action-packed real-time racing game where players navigate challenging courses filled with obstacles. It features physics-based gameplay, allowing for unique interactions like reversing gravity and detonating explosives.

### What are the main features of Happy Race?

Key features include real-time multiplayer racing against random opponents or friends, a single-player mode with 60 levels, realistic physics simulation, 7 unlockable characters, and two control types (touch and tilt). It also supports Game Center leaderboards and achievements.

### Is Happy Race free to play?

Yes, the game is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may enhance the player's experience or provide additional content.

### What devices is Happy Race compatible with?

The description mentions Game Center leaderboards and achievements, suggesting compatibility with iOS devices. It also notes stats synced between devices, implying support for multiple platforms or devices under the same account.

### How can I play with friends in Happy Race?

You can race friends directly in Happy Race without needing to create an account. The game allows you to challenge friends to a race, providing a seamless way to compete together.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2015-07-09

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

•10 new levels
•2 new characters 
•Get win if opponent quits
•Improved multiplayer support for Australia and Japan
•Total target time synced between devices
•Larger chat text
•Small bug fixes

### 1.01 — 2015-01-07

Increased target time for many levels

### 1.0 — 2014-11-25

No release notes.

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All apps by Sam Hogan: https://appshunter.io/developer/796171600

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