Genre: Racing

Expert blueprint for racing games balancing physics, competition, and sense of speed.

NEVER Do (Expert Anti-Patterns)

Physics & Handling

• NEVER use a rigid camera attachment; strictly use a Smooth Follow pattern with lerp() to prevent motion sickness.
• NEVER prioritize realism over fun; strictly increase Gravity Scale (2x-3x) and keep friction high for responsive arcade feel.
• NEVER use VehicleBody3D default settings for karts; strictly rewrite suspension using Raycasts or custom spring/damper models.
• NEVER apply steering torque directly to mass; strictly use a steering curve factored by lateral velocity.
• NEVER calculate suspension without a damper model; strictly include damping to prevent eternal oscillation (bouncing).
• NEVER ignore the Center of Mass property; strictly offset it downward to ensure stability during high-speed turns.
• NEVER multiply engine force by delta; it is an integrated force in the physics solver.
• NEVER rely on is_action_pressed() for manual gear shifting; strictly use is_action_just_pressed() for single-tap accuracy.