# Tricky Machines — drift,jump,crash,shortcut

> Physics-based racing game with challenging tracks and diverse vehicles. (iPhone/iPad app by Peter Soltesz.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-machines/id1536951057 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Peter Soltesz](https://appshunter.io/developer/421763108)
- Category: Games, Racing, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 105 App Store ratings · 142 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-01-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-machines/id1536951057/reviews.md

## What is Tricky Machines?

Tricky Machines is a physics based racing game. Get the best times on tracks that may include jumps, physical puzzles, shortcuts or just drifting on a racetrack. Watch replays from the best players to improve your technique.

You can drive sports cars of rear wheel drive, front wheel drive or all wheel drive with different mechanical traits.
Some tracks include heavy machines, boats, or segmented trucks, which need to be parked into tight spots at the end of the course.
First person view parking is forced on some maps.

## Key features

- Physics-based racing
- Challenging tracks with puzzles and shortcuts
- Drifting mechanics
- Diverse vehicle types
- Heavy machine and parking challenges
- First-person view parking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| unlimited undo | $4.99 | one-time |
| 200 undos | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 undos | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 142)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-machines/id1536951057/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Please fix that!

*2026-08-03*

The game itself is really great, but ever since version 1.3.5, the tires fall off when reaching speeds of 300–400 km/h! Please fix this!

### 5/5 — Literally the best racing game in store

*2026-03-13, version 1.1.135.1*

10 out of 10

### 5/5 — 👍

*2026-02-02*

👍👍

### 5/5 — unbelievably goated

*2026-02-02, version 1.1.134.6*

this is like the antithesis to doom scrolling. net positive to my mental health. good for destressing, little dopamine boost and then you get on with your day. would recommend to anyone looking for low stimulus fun. good for kids and curious adults.

### 5/5 — I’m loving it

*2026-02-01*

Pretty fun physics based  game graphics aren’t very good but that’s not what makes games good so go play it since it has fun physics

My only problem:
The only problem i have is i go to the game of the day list and some of the maps say i have to update the game but as of now it doesn’t look like it gives me an update

### 5/5 — Bro

*2026-01-31*

I love the game but I can’t update it I’m on iOS can you make a update for all kinds of technology thanks

### 5/5 — My first review

*2026-01-22*

This game is gold I’ve had it for years and it need more improvement on iOS I think with big update this game can really be pushed out there it’s really fun tons of maps it’s just out dated and need more attention

### 3/5 — Super great game!

*2026-01-17, version 1.1.134.6*

All in all, it’s a great game, but it isn’t updating if the developer is reading this, please fix this thank you!

### 4/5 — TOP aber Problem

*2025-12-31*

Also ich fand dieses Spiel auch mein Lieblings spiel,aber das Problem ist,dass ein Werbung ist aber nicht so viel Werbung  aber ganz kleines bisschen

### 4/5 — いいけど

*2025-12-20*

ABSがない感じの挙動？

## Frequently asked questions about Tricky Machines

### What kind of game is Tricky Machines?

Tricky Machines is a physics-based racing game. It challenges players to achieve the best times on various tracks that incorporate elements like jumps, physical puzzles, shortcuts, and drifting. The game emphasizes realistic vehicle physics and driver skill.

### What are the key gameplay features?

Key features include physics-based racing, diverse track designs with jumps and puzzles, drifting mechanics, and the ability to drive various sports cars with different drive types. Some tracks also introduce unique challenges like parking heavy machinery or segmented trucks in tight spots, sometimes requiring a first-person view.

### How does Tricky Machines make money?

The application is free to download and play, but it offers in-app purchases. This means players can choose to buy certain items or advantages within the game to enhance their experience, while the core gameplay remains accessible without payment.

### Can I learn from other players?

Yes, the game allows you to watch replays from the best players. This feature is designed to help you improve your own technique by observing how skilled players navigate the tracks, master drifts, and overcome obstacles.

### What types of vehicles can I drive?

You can drive a variety of sports cars in Tricky Machines, each with distinct mechanical traits. These vehicles are categorized by their drive type, including rear-wheel drive, front-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive, offering different handling characteristics for players to master.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.135.1 — 2026-03-12

Minor improvements to vehicle physics. v135

### 1.1.134.6 — 2023-02-20

bug fixes

### 1.1.134.5 — 2023-02-18

bug fixes

### 1.1.134.4 — 2023-01-25

bug fixes, performance improvement

### 1.1.134.2 — 2023-01-23

bug fixes

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## More apps by Peter Soltesz

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All apps by Peter Soltesz: https://appshunter.io/developer/421763108

## Related topics

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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 2026-08-22.*
