How to play
Build a custom track by placing road segments. The validator checks the track for completability before you can save.
Game features
- Eight unlockable tracks
- Drift assist toggle
- Three race modes including elimination
- Time-trial ghost recording
- Touch and keyboard input both supported
- No real-money purchases
Editor review
Reel Chase layers a track-builder over the base racer. Save and share six custom layouts per profile. The share link works without an account. The builder is the part of the package that lifts an otherwise standard racer above the usual category, and the no-account share flow is the right call for the audience.
The base racer is fine. Eight default tracks, three race modes, and a weighty handling model. The builder is where the design earns interest. You place road segments on a grid, the validator checks for completability, and the saved track joins your loadout pool.
I played around with the builder for a long Saturday afternoon and ran a few user-built tracks on a Glasgow Glasgow Subway commute. The shared-track count climbs fast; the community runs ahead of the developer on track variety.
The weak spot is the validator. The validator only checks completability, not race quality, so a high percentage of user tracks are unplayable in practice. A community rating system would solve this. Two-and-a-half stars overall; the builder is interesting and the curation is missing.
Saurav Banerjee covers Puzzle and logic games for Rapid Reel, based in Kolkata.
Frequently asked questions about Reel Chase
How do I play Reel Chase?
Build a custom track by placing road segments. The validator checks the track for completability before you can save.
Is Reel Chase free to play in my browser?
Yes. Reel Chase runs free in any modern browser. No installation, no signup, no payment required. Click the play button to load the game.
Does Reel Chase work on mobile devices?
Reel Chase runs in mobile browsers on iOS and Android with touch controls. Most racing games on AJ Arcade support both desktop and mobile, though precision-heavy titles tend to play better on desktop with a keyboard or gamepad.
Who reviewed Reel Chase on AJ Arcade?
Saurav Banerjee reviewed Reel Chase. Their full editor review appears above and their other coverage is available on their author profile.
Where can I find more games like Reel Chase?
More racing titles are available on the Racing category page. Every game on AJ Arcade has been played and reviewed by one of our three reviewers before publication.