Highway Heat Overview
In the simple, easy-to-play arcade racing game Highway Heat, you need to chart your lane, avoid other vehicles, collect stars, and crash into oncoming police cars instead of using the steering wheel. Released in 2018 by Bite Size Games Ltd., the game has since become a huge phenomenon thanks to its innovative touch controls and thrilling chases.
Controls and Driving Experience
Highway Heat focuses on intuitive controls, easy to learn but difficult to master.
Simple Controls
You will often use:
- To change lanes, move left or right.
- Single speed control or auto-acceleration.
- Braking in difficult situations.
Thanks to this simple layout, you can fully focus on traffic laws and reaction time.
Risk vs. Reward Mechanism
You'll earn more points for aggressive driving, especially when overtaking other cars at close range. However, higher speeds will slow your reaction time, requiring you to balance survival and recklessness.
Highway Heat Tips for Higher Scores and Longer Race Time
Here are some practical tips to help you survive longer and achieve higher scores in Highway Heat.
Master Your Lane
- For more escape routes, stay as close to the middle lane as possible.
- Don't hug the curb unless there's little traffic.
- Instead of sudden lane changes, change lanes slowly and with control.
Use Speed Wisely
- Speed will increase your score, but avoid excessive acceleration in congested areas.
- When space is tight or visibility is poor, slow down briefly.
- When the road is clear, accelerate again.
Safely capitalize on near-miss situations.
- Only approach other vehicles when there is a safe exit lane.
- Earn bonus points by creating a series of consecutive near-misses on different stretches of road.
- Avoid performing dangerous maneuvers in traffic jams.
