Scalextric SparkPlug vs RNLI Storm Force Rescue
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scalextric SparkPlug
Control your Scalextric cars wirelessly using a smart device or a dedicated controller. Personalize your racing experience with custom profiles, sound effects, and adjustable controls. Enjoy a wire-free racing setup for enhanced gameplay.
- Wireless smart device control
- Wireless controller support
- Single player and versus modes
- Speed boost and restrict functions
- Customizable race profiles
- Sound and rumble effects
- Adjustable button layout
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Spark Plug is the latest innovation from Scalextric which allows you to race your car using a mobile device or wireless controller (both sold separately). Simply plug the Spark Plug dongle into your Scalextric analogue powerbase, rather than a traditional hand controller, and race away. No more wires! Smart Device in app features include: • Single Player or Versus Mode options. • Option to use smart device vs hand controller on single player option. • Function to BOOST your own and RESTRICT your opponent’s speed. • Rumble and sound effects. Personalise your race profile within app and racing experience: • Name. • Include your image from your library or camera. • Controller skin. • Select music from either the app or your own library. • Engine sound • Button layout – right-handed or left-handed option. Wireless Controller in app features include: • Select between 5 pre-set throttle profiles. Control, Drive, Sport, Race or Nitro! • Create and customize your own controller profile. To use this App, you must purchase either a Spark Plug Dongle (C8333) or Wireless Controller (C8336). Scalextric Spark Plug is compatible with Scalextric 1:32 scale power bases.
RNLI Storm Force Rescue
Race against the clock to save lives at sea in this thrilling rescue game. Navigate challenging conditions and utilize various rescue vehicles to reach casualties before time runs out. Experience simulated lifesaving missions inspired by real RNLI operations.
- Multiple rescue vehicles
- Challenging sea conditions
- Time-based rescue missions
- Character selection
- High score challenges
- Inspired by real-life rescues
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Help! Someone is in danger at sea! Take to the water and save lives in the RNLI’s Storm Force Rescue game. Race against time to get to casualties and bring them back to safety before the time runs out. Inspired by the lifesaving work of the RNLI, choose from five characters as you tackle different rescue scenarios. Just like an RNLI lifesaver, use your skills to navigate the challenging conditions on the back of a rescue board, an RNLI rescue watercraft, and three types of lifeboat. Face increasingly tough conditions, from rip currents and rocks to wailing winds and big waves. Can you get to the casualties in time? SURF TO THE RESCUE on the back of an RNLI lifeguard rescue board. Swipe as fast as you can to get to the casualties in time! SKI TO THE RESCUE on an RNLI rescue watercraft. Dodge waves and obstacles to get to the swimmers in danger. MOTOR TO THE RESCUE in a D class inshore lifeboat. Battle waves and surf to rescue people in the water. POWER TO THE RESCUE in a Shannon class lifeboat. The crew of a sinking fishing boat is in danger. Will you get there in time? LAUNCH TO THE RESCUE in a Tamar class lifeboat. Fly down a slipway, brave big waves and dodge treacherous rocks as you race to save lives. Storm Force Rescue has been created for the RNLI’s 200th anniversary. Join us in marking 200 years of saving lives at sea by playing this game and challenging your friends to beat your high scores. So, are you ready to answer the call to rescue? Download now and start saving lives! Share your scores and screenshots on our socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNLI Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/RNLI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RNLI
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: RNLI Storm Force Rescue at 57% against Scalextric SparkPlug's 18%. Scalextric SparkPlug's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 27 months) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Scalextric SparkPlug ships an update every 4 months, RNLI Storm Force Rescue every 27 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scalextric SparkPlug | RNLI Storm Force Rescue |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 18.2% of reviews | 57.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 27 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 194 MB | 695 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hornby Hobbies Ltd | R.N.L.I. (SALES) LIMITED |
Customer experience
Scalextric SparkPlug
RNLI Storm Force Rescue
In-app purchases
Scalextric SparkPlug
No in-app purchases
RNLI Storm Force Rescue
No in-app purchases
Questions
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