Weekly Track Picks: December 2025 Week 4
Welcome to this week's Weekly Track Picks! As the year draws to a close, the creativity of the PolyTrack community shows no signs of slowing down. Our team has spent countless hours testing, crashing, and occasionally triumphing over hundreds of user-submitted tracks to bring you the crème de la crème of this week's creations.
We've selected 5 standout tracks that represent the diverse gameplay styles found in PolyTrack. Whether you're a speed demon looking for the perfect racing line, a stunt enthusiast seeking big air, or a technical driver who loves precision cornering, there's something here for you.
Let's dive into the selections!
🏆 Track of the Week: Community Track #52
Difficulty: Impossible
This week's top spot goes to Community Track #52, a masterpiece of stunt design that has challenged and captivated the community. It's not just a track; it's a puzzle of physics and timing that demands perfection.
#### Track Analysis
The track begins with a deceptive straightway that quickly launches you into a series of corkscrews. But the real challenge lies in the "Leap of Faith" section—a massive gap that requires precise mid-air control to land on a narrow platform.
* Design Philosophy: The creator clearly wanted to push the boundaries of what's possible with the current physics engine. The placement of boost pads is calculated to the millimeter.
* Visual Style: Set against a twilight void, the neon blue and orange track pieces stand out sharply, aiding navigation in high-speed sections.
#### Key Challenges
#### Pro Tips
"Don't hold the boost button continuously. Tap it rhythmically during the spiral section to maintain grip without losing control." — Top Leaderboard Player
🌟 Beginner's Choice: Community Track #99
Difficulty: Easy
If you are new to PolyTrack or just want a relaxing high-speed cruise, Community Track #99 is your haven. It's designed to make you feel fast without the punishing difficulty of expert tracks.
#### Why We Love It
* Flow: The track has an incredible "flow state." Corners are banked perfectly to allow full-throttle driving for 90% of the lap.
* Wide Lanes: The track width is generous, giving new players plenty of room to correct mistakes without hitting a wall.
* Speed Sensation: Strategically placed speed boosters create a thrilling sense of velocity.
#### Learning Opportunity
This track is an excellent training ground for racing lines. Because the track is wide, you can experiment with entering corners wide and hitting the apex ('out-in-out') to shave seconds off your time.
🔥 Technical Challenge: Community Track #81
Difficulty: Impossible
For those who believe racing is won in the corners, not the straights, Community Track #81 is the ultimate test. It's a tight, twisty circuit that offers zero room for error.
#### Section Breakdown
* Sector 1: The Snake: A series of rapid-fire S-bends that require quick steering inputs and throttle feathering.
* Sector 2: The Hairpin: A 180-degree tight turn that forces a hard brake. Mastering the drift entry here is crucial for a good lap time.
* Sector 3: The chicane: A high-speed chicane that requires commitment. Lift off the throttle, turn in, and power out.
#### Strategy Guide
Braking: Unlike speed tracks, you must* use the brake here. Late braking is effective, but locking up your wheels will send you sliding into the barrier.
* Corner Entry: Sacrifice entry speed for exit speed. It's better to go slow in and fast out.
🎨 Creative Pick: Community Track #51
Difficulty: Medium
Community Track #51 stands out for its artistic merit. The creator has used track pieces not just as a driving surface, but as sculpture.
#### Aesthetic & Atmosphere
The track weaves through a "city" built from vertical track segments, creating a futuristic metropolis vibe. The use of elevation changes mimics driving through skyscrapers.
#### Gameplay Notes
* Verticality: Be prepared for steep climbs and heart-stopping drops. Camera control is key here; ensure you're looking far enough ahead.
* Blind Corners: The scenery sometimes obscures the next turn. We recommend a slow sighting lap to memorize the layout before pushing for a record.
💨 Drift King's Paradise: Community Track #50
Difficulty: Expert
Calling all drift masters! Community Track #50 is a love letter to sliding sideways. It features long, sweeping curves specifically designed to hold a drift for extended periods.
#### Drifting Mechanics 101 for This Track
* Initiation: Use the handbrake (Spacebar) aggressively to kick the tail out.
Maintenance: Once sideways, steer into* the slide (counter-steer) and modulate the throttle to control the angle.
* Linking: The expert challenge is to link drifts from one corner to the next without straightening out. This is known as "manji" on the straight sections.
Weekly Stats Breakdown
Here is a look at how the community has been playing this week:
The surge in Racing tracks suggests a competitive shift in the community, with more players focusing on lap times and leaderboards.
Coming Next Week
We have heard rumors of a major update coming to the track editor! Next week, we hope to showcase tracks that utilize the new "moving obstacles" feature (if the rumors are true).
We will also be running a special "New Year, New Track" contest. Start brainstorming your designs now!
Do you have a track you think deserves to be featured? Submit it through our Submit Page and join our Discord Community to discuss track design with fellow creators!