Welcome to the fast-paced chaos of Turbo Golf Racing, a title that combines the speed of a racer with the finesse of golf in a multiplayer showdown. Whether you’re hitting the green for the first time or trying to shave seconds off your personal best, these ten essential tips will elevate your game and have you soaring past the competition.

1. Customize Your Controls for Comfort and Speed The default control scheme isn’t bad, but if you’re serious about improving, consider tailoring it to better suit your reflexes and habits. Many experienced players adopt layouts similar to Rocket League, enhancing familiarity and muscle memory. Even slight adjustments—such as remapping boost or jump—can have a huge impact on your reaction time and control finesse.

2. Ball Cam: To Use or Not To Use Newcomers often struggle with the camera system. Ball cam can be disorienting at first, especially when precision is required to make clean contact with the ball. It’s perfectly valid to start without it while you learn how your car handles. Eventually, toggling between camera modes becomes second nature and allows for better spatial awareness and ball control. Don’t lock yourself into one view—adapt depending on the moment.

3. Master the Starting Boost This is a simple trick, but it’s surprising how many players ignore it. At the very start of a match, right when the counter hits “GO,” press your boost while holding the gas. This gives you an immediate burst of speed that can set the tone for the rest of the race. Timing is everything here, and a good launch can be the difference between leading or lagging.

4. Aim Your Hits—High or Low Elevating your ball is more than just hitting it hard. Use your joystick to influence the angle: push forward to drive it low and fast, or pull back to send it soaring. This subtle control can help you reach those higher hoops or avoid hazards on the ground. It’s an often-overlooked feature that opens up a whole new layer of strategy once mastered.

5. Learn the Dash Hit Mechanic Among the most underutilized techniques in the game is the dash hit. Just before you strike the ball, hold your drift and tap jump—this unleashes a powerful dash that launches your ball forward with surprising force. Be warned, though: it’s easy to overdo it and send the ball out of bounds. Practice this move to fine-tune both its timing and power.

6. Efficiently Recharge Your Boost Boost management is critical in Turbo Golf Racing. Fortunately, you have several ways to replenish it: flying, flipping, drifting, collecting items, or hitting boost pads. The trick is to use as many of these simultaneously as possible. Smooth transitions and boost conservation can keep you ahead even when your opponents are faster on paper.

7. Resetting the Ball: A Tactical Move Sometimes you’ll find your ball stuck, or worse, falling off the map. Resetting can be a quick fix, teleporting the ball back to your location. But use it sparingly—it can set you back significantly if abused. Knowing when to reset, and combining it with a quick recovery strategy, is a sign of a player who understands both tempo and efficiency.

8. Dodge Missiles with Perfect Timing Here’s a subtle but powerful survival trick: flipping right before a missile hits you might make you immune to the damage. While it may not work every time, the ability to time a flip to avoid disaster can be game-changing. It’s a risky maneuver, but worth mastering if you’re frequently targeted.

9. Discover Map Shortcuts and Own the Race Map knowledge separates average players from the best. Many tracks hide shortcuts—some minor, others game-changing. Dive into solo mode and explore every route and crevice. Learning and mastering these can not only lead to wins online but also help you achieve three-star ratings in solo runs. Invest the time; it pays off.

10. Experiment with Abilities Early Abilities are integral to gameplay, offering unique ways to curve shots, pull your ball closer, and more. Unlocks come quickly in your first few hours, so don’t be afraid to experiment. Learn how each one functions in different scenarios—whether you’re making precision shots, protecting yourself, or launching a last-minute assault.

Final Thoughts Turbo Golf Racing may be new on Game Pass, but it already shows immense depth and addictiveness. Mastering the basics—while being open to continuous learning—will push you toward consistent podium finishes. Stick with these tips, find your rhythm, and enjoy the chaos. And if you’re hungry for even more insight, there might just be an advanced guide in the future.

See you on the course!