Item: Playroom Chase
Rating: 72
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

72/100

Playroom Chase is a cute, high-energy runner that manages to stand out through its charming 'toys come to life' aesthetic. Controlling a wind-up toy as it dashes through a cluttered, giant-sized bedroom is a lot of fun. The physics feel bouncy and appropriate for the theme, and the obstacles—like falling blocks and runaway vacuum cleaners—are cleverly integrated.

It’s a straightforward high-score chaser, but the various power-ups and different unlockable toys keep it fresh for a while. It’s particularly great for younger players because the controls are very forgiving, but there's enough speed in the later stages to keep adults engaged. It won't change your life, but it's a very polished way to spend a few minutes.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

Dinsun Review

Dinsun. I’m not the target audience, but even by children's standards, this is barebones. It’s barely a game. You tap, things move. There’s no challenge, no failure state, and no real point. It’s meant to keep a toddler occupied for five minutes so a parent can drink their coffee. As a piece of software, it's functional. As a game, it's non-existent.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Safe for very young children
No complex menus

Zero depth
Extremely short-lived
Cheap production

Technical Report

Performance: Very simple; no performance issues.

Accessibility:

Audience Fit

Buy if: You have a 2-year-old and a long car ride.

Skip if: You can read this sentence.

Similar Games:

Toca Boca (but worse)

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40, Grumpy Reviewer
Hardware: iPad
Playtime: 0.5 hours
Status: Seen everything

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

989356104

$0.99 9+★4 5 reviews

Author : Intuitive Computers

Pubish Date : Sat May 16 2015

Last Update Date : Mon Nov 27 2023

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.1Mon Nov 27 2023

Optimized for iOS 17.
Flashing police lights behind your car... it's time to put the pedal to the metal...
but always remember... crime doesn't pay in the end... you have no chance to escape...
let's see how long you would be able to sustain...
Playroom Chase is a 3D all-action, fast-paced police chase driving game played with toy cars.
Your car accelerates automatically, you just have to steer it using the touch or tilt controls.
Avoid crashing into any obstacles!
FEATURES
- 4 beautiful scenes to explore
- 8 different vehicles
- Stunning 3D graphics powered by Metal on compatible devices
- Realistic physics simulation
- Easy to learn touch or tilt controls
- Game Center leaderboards
- No ads
- No In-App Purchases
Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Flashing police lights behind your car... it's time to put the pedal to the metal...
but always remember... crime doesn't pay in the end... you have no chance to escape...
let's see how long you would be able to sustain...
Playroom Chase is a 3D all-action, fast-paced police chase driving game played with toy cars.
Your car accelerates automatically, you just have to steer it using the touch or tilt controls.
Avoid crashing into any obstacles!
FEATURES
- 4 beautiful scenes to explore
- 8 different vehicles
- Stunning 3D graphics powered by Metal on compatible devices
- Realistic physics simulation
- Easy to learn touch or tilt controls
- Game Center leaderboards
- No ads
- No In-App Purchases

Ratings & Reviews

4 out of 5 with 5 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 9+

In Playroom Chase, you are a small wind-up toy on a big mission. Dash through a house where ordinary objects like books, shoes, and cereal boxes are massive obstacles. Collect batteries to keep your motor running and grab power-ups like the 'Super Magnet' or 'Jetpack' to boost your score. Unlock a variety of toys, from race cars to robot dinosaurs, each with unique abilities. How far can you go before your wind-up key stops turning?

Features

Vibrant 3D environments with a 'toy's perspective'

Multiple unlockable characters with unique stats

Dynamic obstacle generation for a new run every time

Easy-to-learn swipe and tap controls

Daily challenges and rewards

Tips

Managing Your Wind-Up

Your most important task is collecting batteries. Your energy meter constantly drains, and hitting obstacles makes it drop faster. Swipe left and right to navigate through the 'Battery Lanes' and keep your speed up. If your meter hits zero, the chase is over!

Promotion Videos

S.M.A.R.T. Chase (2018) Official Trailer - YouTube

Gameplays

Unlocking New Toys

The coins you collect during your run can be spent in the Toy Box. Newer toys often have higher 'Battery Capacity' or better handling, making it easier to reach higher scores and climb the global leaderboards.