Beach Buggy Racing 2 – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Beach Buggy Racing 2

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game2018

74%

WISE Score

70%

IGDB

Mario Kart vibes meet off-road chaos—colorful, silly kart racing with dragons, aliens, and power-ups galore.

Beach Buggy Racing 2

game

2018

74%

WISE Score

70%

IGDB

Mario Kart vibes meet off-road chaos—colorful, silly kart racing with dragons, aliens, and power-ups galore.

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Screenwise Verdict

Beach Buggy Racing 2 is a solid, colorful kart racer that scratches the Mario Kart itch on mobile and PC. It's got fun tracks, silly power-ups, and enough variety to keep kids entertained without being overly complex.

The in-game purchases are the main thing to monitor—turn them off if you don't want surprise charges. The 'use of tobacco' flag is bizarre but seems minor (probably a pirate character with a pipe or something). Otherwise, it's safe, accessible, and a decent option for kids who love racing games.

It's not going to blow anyone's mind, but it's a reliable pick for car-obsessed kids who want something fast-paced and fun.

Age Fit

Best for ages 6-12. Younger kids can handle the simple controls and cartoonish action, while tweens will enjoy the competitive racing and upgrades. Teens might find it a bit juvenile unless they're nostalgic for kart racers.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

Whimsical kart racing with cartoonish power-ups and colorful characters. The ESRB flags 'mild fantasy violence' (think banana peels and silly projectiles) and 'use of tobacco' (likely a character visual, not glorified). Tone is playful and competitive without mean-spiritedness. No toxic social dynamics since online play is limited to racing without chat.

Imaginative

Races through Egyptian pyramids, dragon castles, pirate wrecks, and alien bio-labs—solid variety in environments. Collecting and upgrading power-ups, recruiting drivers, and building a garage offers light strategic choices. But it's fundamentally a kart racer, not a sandbox or creative builder. Fun, colorful, and varied, but not deeply imaginative.

Safe

ESRB rated E for Everyone with mild fantasy violence (cartoonish racing combat). No online chat, users interact only through racing. In-game purchases exist (per ESRB's 'Island Adventure' version), which is a minor concern but not predatory. No loot boxes or gacha. The 'use of tobacco' descriptor is odd but likely a minor visual reference, not promotional. Overall safe for kids, with standard mobile game monetization to monitor.

Enriching

Develops hand-eye coordination, timing, and light strategic thinking (power-up use, vehicle upgrades). Racing games build reflexes and spatial awareness. But it's primarily entertainment—no narrative depth, problem-solving, or meaningful themes. Fun and engaging, but not particularly enriching beyond basic motor skills.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Accessible kart racing with simple controls and exciting gameplay that's easy to pick up
Creative tracks through pyramids, castles, pirate wrecks, and alien labs keep things visually interesting
Upgradeable power-ups and vehicle customization add light strategy and progression
Online racing lets kids compete without chat, keeping social interaction minimal and safe
Builds hand-eye coordination, timing, and spatial awareness through fast-paced racing

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What to Watch For

In-game purchases are present—set spending limits or disable them to avoid surprise charges
ESRB notes 'use of tobacco' (likely a character smoking a cigar or pipe, not a big deal but worth knowing)
Mild fantasy violence means cartoonish projectiles and power-ups that knock opponents around
Can be competitive and frustrating for younger kids who struggle with timing and controls

Conversation Starters

"Which track is your favorite? I love the alien bio-lab one—what's the weirdest place you'd want to race?"
"What power-ups do you think are the most fun? Which ones feel unfair when other players use them?"
"If you could design your own Beach Buggy character, what would they look like and what would their special power be?"

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