Zynga announced that the CSR Racing franchise has crossed $1 billion in lifetime player spending this month.
On top of that, CSR Racing has over 180 million players having played CSR worldwide.
“This is a staggering achievement that speaks not only to the enduring popularity of the CSR franchise over the past 13 years, but to the passion of our global community and the craftsmanship of our developers,” said Sam Cooper, vice president of games at Zynga, in a statement.
Since the debut of CSR Racing in 2012, and continued with the launch of CSR2 in 2016, the
CSR franchise has always aimed to bring something unique to the world of mobile racing
games. While many racing titles chase speed across longer, winding tracks, Cooper said Zynga took a different route, focusing on short-format, high-intensity drag race competition that proved to be a perfect match for mobile players.
Combined with hundreds of high performance cars, each authentically recreated and able to be modified, upgraded, and tuned with extraordinary detail, the racing experience also blends accessibility with depth, making a game that is easy to learn but tough to master.
“We’ve never been afraid to double down on what makes CSR such an engaging franchise for our players, pushing technological boundaries with near-console-quality visuals with hyper-detailed car models, dynamic rain effects, reflective surfaces, and intricate interior designs in all our vehicles,” said Cooper. “CSR2 remains one of the first mobile racers to deliver this level of graphical fidelity and the response from our players, who are true automotive enthusiasts, reflects the passion of our developers.”
Within the Drag Racing category on mobile, CSR2 has been even more dominant, owning 70% of the global market share in 2025.
But beyond the game’s success, what truly powers the CSR franchise is its continued appeal to both casual players and auto enthusiasts alike. The advanced tuning mechanics, from gearbox adjustments to tire pressure optimization, offer the kind of nuanced control that car fans crave while real-time multiplayer races, crew-based events, and seasonal competitions have transformed CSR2 into a thriving platform where players form communities, rivalries, and even lasting friendships, Cooper said.
“Our brand partnerships have also played a crucial role in driving CSR’s sustained success,” Cooper said.
Collaborations with global icons like Lamborghini, the Fast & Furious and Back to the Future franchises, Toyo Tires, and countless other legends in the automotive industry have allowed CSR to continuously refresh the gameplay experience and ignite fresh excitement among longtime fans.
“A billion dollars in player spending is more than a financial milestone, it’s a reflection of trust from our audience. As we look to the future, we’re more energized than ever to continue innovating, evolving and delivering new experiences that honor the legacy of CSR while pushing the boundaries of what mobile racing can be,” Cooper said. “To our players, partners and the incredible team at NaturalMotion who bring CSR to life every day, thank you. The ride is far from over and the best is yet to come.”