Happy Wheels is a 2D side-scrolling physics platformer where you guide different riders through various levels filled with tricky obstacles and lethal threats.
You can only control Happy Wheels with the keyboard. The Left Arrow is for Move/Tilt Left while the Right Arrow is for Move/Tilt Right. You use Spacebar for Jump, Z for Eject, and Shift/Ctrl for Select Ability. When you start the game, you will be given a choice of 3 vehicles to control. To land more safety off the air, you can tilt your vehicle. Some also have special abilities that help them navigate through difficult sections. However, your overall goal is to navigate the driver safely from the beginning to the end of the finish line. You will encounter hazards such as spikes or demolition balls that can kill your character instantly if you touch them. You will have to respawn at the beginning of that level and restart the journey.
Happy Wheels is designed with various levels to expand your choices. In addition, the user-created levels also enrich your gaming experience. Some levels will be easier to play with certain characters whether created by the game developer or the users. Besides, you can find yourself plowing through the forest on an angry cat or driving a wheelchair through someone's stomach depending on your level. Each level has a different goal. You may have to collect all the tokens or purely reach the destination safely. Some levels even have no goal at all. The game is open to everyone, so you can build and share your tracks with other users.