Races use a top-down perspective and place the player on winding roads containing traffic, obstacles, jumps, water, and other hazards. The objective is to finish ahead of the field while managing speed, fuel, damage, and available boosts.

A world tour links multiple stages, and successful results provide access to further events and performance upgrades. One-player and split-screen two-player racing are available, with vehicle handling and equipment affecting how effectively each course can be completed.

Learn each course's bends and hazard patterns before spending boosts. Avoid unnecessary collisions because damage and lost speed can make later sections difficult.

Prioritize upgrades that improve acceleration, top speed, handling, or durability according to the course. In two-player races, taking a clean inside line is often more valuable than attempting risky overtakes.