Smash Cops is a masterclass in how to adapt a classic genre—the police car chase—specifically for a touch interface. Instead of a clunky virtual joystick, the 'push-to-steer' mechanic feels incredibly tactile; you literally feel like you are shoving the police cruiser through traffic to ram into the suspects. It turns every pursuit into a visceral, high-stakes game of physics-based billiards.
The mission variety is impressive. One moment you're weaving through a cone-filled training course, and the next you're in a high-speed chase through a destructible metropolis that actually reacts to your collisions. The visuals were ahead of their time, featuring a top-down perspective that gives you a cinematic view of the chaos. While it can get quite challenging in the later levels, the satisfaction of landing a perfect RAM maneuver to disable a felon is unparalleled in mobile racing. It’s a shame this classic has been retired from active support, as it remains one of the most unique driving experiences on iOS.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.09.04Fri May 20 2016
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Join over 4 million players worldwide who are raving about the hit game, Smash Cops.
With over 30 missions to play, 8 vehicles to collect and 7 mini games, Smash Cops is an intense action racing game which pits your driving skills against felons desperate to outrun you in wild chases.
“Great-looking police-pursuit game”, “innovative“ & “refreshing” 4.5/5 TouchArcade
“A cool action racer”, “a real joy”, “excellent graphics, innovative controls and intense action” 4/5 Touchgen 8/10 Pocket Gamer
Play Smash Cops though your HD TV. Smash Cops supports Apple’s great Airplay technology so you can now play it through your HD TV via an Apple TV.
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BE THE POLICE IN AMERICA'S WILDEST TV CHASES
- PURSUE
Take down runaway felons whilst avoiding civilian traffic and buddy police as you chase and weave through traffic.
- ESCAPE
Escape under time pressure from felon attack and get to a call out location as quickly as possible.
- CHALLENGE
7 different mini games: smash a load of cars illegally parked in a car park, weave through a course laid out by cones, dodge traffic on a highway and collect evidence throughout the city.
- GROUND BREAKING CONTROLS
By placing your finger behind the car you can steer, weave, defend and attack runaway felons with full control of your vehicle, never before used in touch racing games.
- LARGE DRIVABLE CITY
Huge city with high quality visuals creates a fun and rich environment for different attack and escape routes spread over 30 missions and 8 vehicles.
- CHAOS AND MAYHEM
Smash, crush and flip felon vehicles. Obliterate the street scenery.
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- iPhone 3GS AND iPod Touch 3 USERS
Smash Cops will play but will be slower in parts as it uses extensive physics optimised for more powerful iOS devices.
- OPTIMISED FOR iPhone 4 AND iPad 1
- ENHANCED FOR iPhone 4S AND iPad 2
Enjoy more physics and more visual FX that take advantage of that extra power!
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Twitter: @HutchGames
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Web: www.hutchgames.com
Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Join over 4 million players worldwide who are raving about the hit game, Smash Cops.
With over 30 missions to play, 8 vehicles to collect and 7 mini games, Smash Cops is an intense action racing game which pits your driving skills against felons desperate to outrun you in wild chases.
“Great-looking police-pursuit game”, “innovative“ & “refreshing” 4.5/5 TouchArcade
“A cool action racer”, “a real joy”, “excellent graphics, innovative controls and intense action” 4/5 Touchgen 8/10 Pocket Gamer
Play Smash Cops though your HD TV. Smash Cops supports Apple’s great Airplay technology so you can now play it through your HD TV via an Apple TV.
---
BE THE POLICE IN AMERICA'S WILDEST TV CHASES
- PURSUE
Take down runaway felons whilst avoiding civilian traffic and buddy police as you chase and weave through traffic.
- ESCAPE
Escape under time pressure from felon attack and get to a call out location as quickly as possible.
- CHALLENGE
7 different mini games: smash a load of cars illegally parked in a car park, weave through a course laid out by cones, dodge traffic on a highway and collect evidence throughout the city.
- GROUND BREAKING CONTROLS
By placing your finger behind the car you can steer, weave, defend and attack runaway felons with full control of your vehicle, never before used in touch racing games.
- LARGE DRIVABLE CITY
Huge city with high quality visuals creates a fun and rich environment for different attack and escape routes spread over 30 missions and 8 vehicles.
- CHAOS AND MAYHEM
Smash, crush and flip felon vehicles. Obliterate the street scenery.
---
- iPhone 3GS AND iPod Touch 3 USERS
Smash Cops will play but will be slower in parts as it uses extensive physics optimised for more powerful iOS devices.
- OPTIMISED FOR iPhone 4 AND iPad 1
- ENHANCED FOR iPhone 4S AND iPad 2
Enjoy more physics and more visual FX that take advantage of that extra power!
---
Facebook: facebook.com/HutchGames
Twitter: @HutchGames
YouTube: youtube.com/user/HutchGames
Web: www.hutchgames.com









Smash Cops redefines the police chase genre with a stunning top-down perspective and a massive, destructible city to explore. Players take on the role of a maverick cop, completing over 30 missions and 7 distinct mini-games. The game features the revolutionary 'push-to-drive' control scheme, allowing for precise steering and devastating RAM maneuvers. Experience high-octane action with cinematic camera angles and explosive physics as you bring justice to the streets.
Revolutionary 'Push-to-Drive' controls
Huge destructible city environment
30+ intense missions and 7 mini-games
High-fidelity graphics with cinematic camera
Unlockable high-performance police cruisers
Place and hold your finger behind your vehicle to accelerate. Slide left and right to steer; the further back you press, the more control you have over the swing of the car.
Wait for your RAM meter to fill, then double-tap or swipe forward quickly to dash into a suspect's vehicle for maximum damage.
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Locate the target vehicle marked on your map and deplete their health bar by ramming them or forcing them into solid obstacles.
Use the Super Cop power-up to instantly repair your vehicle and gain invincibility for a short duration to blast through traffic.
Try to force the suspect into oncoming traffic or solid buildings. T-boning them with a RAM maneuver at high speed deals the most damage.