While the recent trend is towards Battle Royale games like PUBG and Fortnite, racing games have improved drastically as well in the last few years. The gap between the iOS and Android games has narrowed down and thanks to top-notch hardware, the games have improved massively in terms of graphics as well as controls. 

Much like fighting games, racers can be played with the greatest nonchalance and the utmost skill and expertise. Whether its a lap race, time trial or multiplayer real-time racing, we've got you covered. Here are the top racing games one can play on their Android / iOS mobile! 

1. Need For Speed: No Limits 

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Need For Speed: No Limits is a free racing game that delivers short but intense races as you blast through an underground street racing circuit. You can build the ride that shows your style with an unbelievable range of cars and customizations. The graphics are cutting edge and the game is well optimised for every type of hardware out there. 

Being free to play, NFS: No Limits features a variety of in-game and premium currency systems, as well as a fuel system. You can also earn the premium currency by participating in daily challenges. 

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2. Hill Climb Racing 2

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The first iteration of the game was a blockbuster hit and players were glued to the game like no other. It features a simple premise, colorful graphics, and simple controls. You'll be racing up and down hills against opponents. Unlike the other games listed here, this one is the least resource intensive and even though the graphics are basic, it definitely does not look outdated. 

The game includes a campaign, an online multiplayer mode, achievements, daily tasks, and challenges. It also follows the freemium model, wherein, the game is free to play, but you may have to buy a few high-end customizations and boosters. 

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3. Riptide GP Renegade

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This game features a single-player career mode as well as online and local multiplayer races. As a disgraced racer, you must make a name for yourself in the illicit racing circuit while slowly climbing your way back up to the top.

The other two games in the series, Riptide GP and Riptide GP 2 are also really good. Renegade is the best among them, though, and runs for $2.99 with no in-app purchases.

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4. Traffic Rider

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It's a first-person motorcycle game that has you bobbing and weaving through congested traffic. Traffic Rider is all about hair-raising near-misses, with players scoring extra points or bonus time for dodging past cars and trucks. 

The graphics are average, they definitely don't look outdated, but aren't very detailed either. The plus point being, the game can smoothly run on low-end hardware as well. While this game isn't very addictive, it does deliver a lot of thrill. 

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5. Asphalt Xtreme

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The latest Asphalt game takes the action off the road in Asphalt Xtreme, with players racing through canyons and dunes in a variety of game modes. The game also has licensed cars from Jeep, Ford, and Dodge. 

The game also features online multiplayer racing, over 400 career events, 500 mastery challenges, and limited time events to keep things interesting. This game is also based on the freemium model and there are a lot of good customizations up for sale. 

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6. Asphalt 9: Legends

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This game features a top roster of real hypercars from manufacturers like Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini and W Motors. Gamers can start their street journey in Career mode by completing over 60 seasons and 800 events. Gamers can race against up to 7 rival plays from all over the world in the online multiplayer mode.

It comes with improved visuals, upgraded controls, larger customisation options, and more. Players will also get an improved multiplayer interface and upgraded rewards for competing in multiplayer races.

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