Touchgrind BMX 2

Stunning BMX stunts with two finger precision and deep customization

Illusion Labs returns with a refined trick-riding experience that builds smartly on its predecessor. Touchgrind BMX 2 puts you in control of a nimble bike across varied, scenic courses, letting you carve lines and chain stylish maneuvers using an inventive two-finger control scheme. The gesture system is the star: your thumbs steer, lift, and flick to pull off spins and flips, creating a tactile sense of handling once you get the rhythm.

Presentation gets a notable bump, with vibrant visuals and upgraded audio giving each run a punchy, energetic feel. Environments are carefully crafted, so jumps and rails invite experimentation rather than guesswork. Between rides, the garage becomes a time sink thanks to extensive bike customization. Swapping parts and tweaking the look adds personality to your setup and gives you a reason to keep chasing better runs.

There is structure for every style of rider. Solo challenges push you to master techniques and routes, while multiplayer support lets you take on friends for bragging rights. This mix of personal progression and friendly competition gives the game strong replay appeal, especially if you enjoy perfecting lines and showing off a personalized build.

The experience is not without drawbacks. Performance can stumble, with sessions sometimes prone to lag, inputs feeling slow at times, and occasional crashes interrupting progress. These hiccups can undercut the otherwise tight feel of the two-finger system, particularly during high-risk tricks or longer challenge streaks.

If you liked the original or gravitate toward skill-based biking sims, this sequel is an appealing step forward. Its standout controls, eye-catching presentation, and deep customization make it easy to recommend, provided you can tolerate some instability along the way.