Neon Drift Alley

Neon Drift Alley isn't chasing realism, and it's better for it. You tilt or tap to steer through glowing city circuits, holding drifts to build a boost meter. It's pure arcade adrenaline, and the soundtrack does a lot of the heavy lifting.

You get two control options: tilt steering or on-screen buttons. Tilt feels great once you calibrate it, but buttons are the safer bet on a crowded train. Braking auto-assists a little, which keeps casual players from spinning out constantly.

Races are short, which is both a plus and the reason it can feel repetitive after a while. Battery use is on the higher side thanks to the flashy lighting, so it's more of a quick-blast game than a marathon.

What we liked

• Satisfying drift-and-boost loop
• Both tilt and button controls
• Short races that fit a spare minute