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Ambitious motocross and supermoto racer with console-style presentation, rich customization, user-made tracks, and unstable performance

Ambitious motocross and supermoto racer with console-style presentation, rich customization, user-made tracks, and unstable performance

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Program license Free

Developer OE Games Solo Dev

Version 8.3.0

Works under Android

Also known as SMX

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(2 votes)

Developer

OE Games Solo Dev

Works under

Android

Program license

Free

Version

8.3.0

Also known as

SMX

Pros

  • Console-style MX presentation with lifelike riding feel when it works well
  • 7 main tracks, 4 legacy tracks, plus rally and snowcross events for variety
  • 14 customizable dirt bikes and 45 gear pieces for deep visual personalization
  • Built-in track editor and support for user-made tracks, gear, and engine sounds
  • Photo mode saves your shots directly to the phone’s gallery

Cons

  • Performance noticeably downgraded in recent versions, even on low settings
  • Runs best only on devices with 4 GB of RAM or more, with crashes on weaker hardware
  • Heavy reliance on online ads before entering modes or the editor can block play on poor connections
  • Current track editor feels less user-friendly than the previous supercross creator
  • Physics and handling feel less polished than in earlier builds

SMX: Supermoto Vs. Motocross is a motocross and supermoto racing game that aims to deliver a console-style experience on Android, with detailed bikes, varied tracks, and a strong focus on customization and user-made content. It mixes structured events with free riding, leaderboards, a photo mode, and a track editor for players who like to create as much as they race.

It suits MX fans who want a relatively realistic feel, enjoy tuning bikes and gear, and are interested in building or downloading custom tracks, provided they are comfortable with higher hardware demands and a strong reliance on online ads.

Riding feel and presentation

The game aims for lifelike motocross handling, letting you throw whips, explore in free ride, or chase leaderboard times. Visuals are described as high quality, and the overall presentation targets a console-like look on a phone screen.

That said, the current version shows some rough edges. After a recent major update, performance can feel heavily degraded, even when you lower the graphics settings, and the physics do not feel as convincing as before. What was previously close to a very polished riding model now comes across as less refined, which can be disappointing if you played an earlier build.

Tracks, events, and variety

SMX offers a solid amount of content for MX enthusiasts:

- Tracks: 7 main tracks plus 4 classic legacy tracks, giving you a mix of modern and older layouts.

- Events: 6 rally events and 1 snowcross event provide alternative challenges beyond standard motocross racing.

- Free ride and competition: You can simply cruise around for fun or push for better times to climb the leaderboards.

This spread of modes keeps things from feeling too repetitive, especially if you enjoy both structured events and more relaxed riding sessions.

Bike and rider customization

Customization is one of SMX’s strongest points. You can choose among 14 dirt bikes and tweak many visual details, including exhausts, rims, graphics, and guards, which gives each bike a distinct look.

Rider personalization is also deep, with 45 gear pieces covering helmets, goggles, and suits. Combined with the variety of bikes, this allows you to build a style that fits both your preferred team colors and your favorite riding discipline.

The game also supports user-made content, so you can access additional custom gear and even new engine sounds, which adds extra flavor if you enjoy modded cosmetic options.

Track editor and user-made tracks

SMX includes a built-in track editor, which in theory should be a highlight for creative players. You can design your own tracks and then ride them or share them within the community, and you can also download other users’ creations to expand the track list beyond the stock selection.

However, the current editor feels like a step back from the older supercross track creator that was available before a big update. The former tool was a favorite for many because it made building satisfying supercross layouts straightforward. The new system is harder to work with and makes it more challenging to produce tracks that ride and look good. As a result, one of the most appealing aspects of the game now feels less approachable and more frustrating.

Performance, ads, and connectivity

SMX targets reasonably powerful Android devices. The developer recommends 4 GB of RAM or more for the game to run properly and notes that devices with less memory are more likely to crash, especially when launching into gameplay.

Even on devices that match this recommendation, performance in the latest version can feel noticeably worse than before, with the game running poorly in busy situations and not responding smoothly, even on low settings.

Advertising and connectivity create additional friction. Before you start most modes or even open the custom track editor, the game often tries to load an ad. If your internet connection is weak or unstable, those ads might not load correctly, which can leave you stuck on initialization screens or unable to proceed after pressing Play. There is currently no true offline mode, so unreliable Wi-Fi or mobile data can effectively lock you out of racing or building tracks.

Work in progress status

SMX is officially described as a game still in development. Some parts are unfinished or experimental, and features may change from one update to the next. The advantage is that more content and improvements are planned over time. The downside is that major updates can remove or significantly alter features that worked well before, such as the older supercross track creator, and can also affect performance and physics in ways that do not always feel like improvements.

If you enjoy following a project as it evolves and do not mind temporary glitches or design missteps, this ongoing development cycle might appeal to you. If you prefer something stable and predictable, the current state may feel too volatile.

Final verdict

SMX: Supermoto Vs. Motocross delivers an ambitious MX experience on Android, with strong bike and rider customization, a respectable selection of tracks and events, and the added depth of user-made content. When everything runs well, it can feel very satisfying, particularly if you like both racing and creative tools.

At the same time, performance problems, a less intuitive track editor than the one it replaced, and a heavy dependence on online ads and connectivity hold it back from its full promise. For players with a capable device and patience for ongoing development, it is a promising but uneven motocross title. For others, the technical and design issues may overshadow its strengths.

Pros

  • Console-style MX presentation with lifelike riding feel when it works well
  • 7 main tracks, 4 legacy tracks, plus rally and snowcross events for variety
  • 14 customizable dirt bikes and 45 gear pieces for deep visual personalization
  • Built-in track editor and support for user-made tracks, gear, and engine sounds
  • Photo mode saves your shots directly to the phone’s gallery

Cons

  • Performance noticeably downgraded in recent versions, even on low settings
  • Runs best only on devices with 4 GB of RAM or more, with crashes on weaker hardware
  • Heavy reliance on online ads before entering modes or the editor can block play on poor connections
  • Current track editor feels less user-friendly than the previous supercross creator
  • Physics and handling feel less polished than in earlier builds

Screenshots of SMX: Supermoto Vs. Motocross APK