About Short Path Race

You sprint down a narrow track, scooping up colored tiles while dodging gaps of open water. Short Path Race drops you into a frantic dash where every tile you collect becomes part of your own custom bridge. Spot a shortcut across a bend? Lay down a few tiles and cut the corner. See a gap ahead? You'll need tiles in reserve or you're taking a swim. The trick is deciding when to spend and when to save, because the final stretch always demands more platforms than you think.

Rivals race the same course, so pure speed isn't enough—smart tile management wins races. Poki Games hosts this blend of reflex running and resource tactics, rewarding players who plan two moves ahead. Burn through your stash too early and you'll watch opponents glide past on bridges you can't afford to build.

How to play Short Path Race

Arrow keys / WASD – move and steer
Mouse – navigate menus
Collect tiles automatically by running over them
Tiles place automatically when you cross water gaps