Traffic Rider is a first-person motorcycle racing game where I weave through highway traffic, complete missions, upgrade my bike, and avoid crashes.
How to drive in Traffic Rider
I use the accelerator to build speed and steer left or right when I see a suitable gap. If traffic gets too close, braking is safer than forcing an overtake. I try to look ahead instead of focusing only on the vehicle directly in front of me, since that gives me more time to react.
Riding above 100 km/h can earn bonus points, and passing close to other vehicles can increase my score too. The concentration reminds me a little of Geometry Dash Lite, where timing and quick reactions matter, though Traffic Rider is about controlling a motorcycle through traffic rather than avoiding platforming obstacles.
Controls
- Up Arrow: Accelerate.
- Down Arrow: Brake and slow down.
- Left Arrow: Steer left.
- Right Arrow: Steer right.
- H: Sound the horn.
- Y: Perform a wheelie.
- T: Look to the left.
- U: Look to the right.
- R: Shift up a gear.
- F: Shift down a gear.
- P or F1: Pause the game.
Game modes in Traffic Rider
Career Mode
Career Mode is where I work through more than 90 levels with increasingly difficult objectives. I need to pay attention to each mission's requirements instead of simply riding as far as I can. Completing levels helps me progress and unlock new motorcycles.
Endless Mode
In Endless Mode, I try to stay on the road for as long as possible without crashing. My score depends on how far I travel, so I focus on spotting safe gaps and avoiding unnecessary risks.
Time Trial
Time Trial makes me think about both distance and time. I need to reach checkpoints before the clock runs out, which means I cannot spend too long waiting for every opening in traffic. I still have to judge my moves carefully because a crash can end the run.
Free Ride
Free Ride is the mode I would choose when I want to explore the road without mission requirements or a time limit. I can concentrate on steering and getting comfortable with the bike rather than trying to complete an objective.
FAQs
Which game mode should I play first in Traffic Rider?
Career Mode is a useful starting point because it introduces missions and lets me progress through levels while working toward new motorcycles.
How do I control my motorcycle in Traffic Rider?
I use the arrow keys to accelerate, brake, and steer. Other keys let me use the horn, perform a wheelie, look around, change gears, or pause.
Does riding above 100 km/h give bonus points?
Yes, riding above 100 km/h earns bonus points, and passing close to other vehicles can also increase my score.
