Swim Race

Free

Freestyle swimming against seven rivals: a 50 m heat, a 100 m semi-final and the final — finish in the top four to go through, and the top three in the final win medals. Dive on the gun (go early and you're out), pull left and right in time with your stroke, breathe before your air runs out, and nail the tumble turn at the wall.

Controls: Space to dive on the gun and to turn at the wall. Left and Right (or A and D) to pull each arm in turn — when the needle is in the green zone. Up (or W) to breathe. On a phone: ◀ L and R ▶ to pull, AIR to breathe, DIVE / TURN.

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How to play Swim Race

Swim Race is a freestyle swimming game. You swim a 50 m heat, a 100 m semi-final and a 100 m final against seven rivals. A top-four finish takes you through to the next race, and the top three in the final win medals.

Controls: Space to dive on the gun and to turn at the wall. Left and Right (or A and D) to pull each arm in turn — when the needle is in the green zone. Up (or W) to breathe. On a phone: ◀ L and R ▶ to pull, AIR to breathe, DIVE / TURN.

Tips

  • Pull each arm when the needle is in the middle of the green zone. Pulling before the zone, or with the same arm twice, only splashes and slows you down.
  • React to the gun quickly, but never before it. Diving early disqualifies you.
  • Watch your air bar and breathe before it runs out. Each breath costs a moment, but swimming without air makes every stroke weak.
  • In the 100 m, press turn about a metre from the wall for a fast tumble turn. Swimming into the wall costs you a lot of time.

Questions

Is Swim Race free?
Yes. Swim Race is free to play online, and you can start straight away as a guest without signing up.
Do I need to download Swim Race?
No. It runs in your web browser, so there is nothing to install.
Can I play Swim Race on my phone?
Yes. It works in the browser on phones and tablets as well as on computers.

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