Buckle up: Minit Fun Racer is a peculiar little racing game with 100% of developer and Devolver's profits going directly to charity. Forever.
Players control a character on a scooter through various environments, aiming to reach the end of each lap before a timer runs out. If the timer reaches zero, the player dies and must start over from the beginning of the lap. Players earn coins during each run, which they can use to purchase upgrades that extend the timer, increase speed, and unlock new abilities.
The game starts with a very short timer and slow speed, making it difficult to make it far on the first few attempts. However, as players earn more coins and purchase upgrades, they can extend the timer and increase their speed, allowing them to progress further each run. Reviewers praise this challenging yet rewarding cycle of trial-and-error and gradual improvement.
Reviewers consistently highlight the game's tight, responsive controls. The scooter handles well, enabling players to quickly navigate the winding, obstacle-filled courses. While it takes some time to learn the hit boxes and properly judge obstacle placement, once mastered, the controls feel very polished and satisfying.
In addition to the core objective, the game includes various optional challenges for players to complete, such as hitting certain obstacles, collecting all coins in a run, and more. Reviewers appreciate how these challenges encourage them to approach the game in different ways and unlock new achievements.
Reviewers describe the game as having an addictive "just one more run" quality. The quick, bite-sized nature of each attempt, combined with the steady progression system and optional challenges, creates a loop that keeps players coming back to improve their scores and unlock new upgrades. Many find themselves unable to put the game down.