Wave Rider

Wave Rider is a boat game set on a choppy sea. You guide a small boat through rolling waves and around hazards, trying to reach the finish line of each level without tipping over. It looks simple, but the water keeps moving and the obstacles keep coming, so steady steering is everything.

Riding the Waves to the Finish

Each level of Wave Rider is a stretch of open water with a finish line at the end. Waves push the boat around and obstacles block the safest path. Hit something or let the boat capsize and you start the level again. Reach the line and the next level opens with a tougher course.

Left and Right Steering

The boat only needs two moves: left and right. On a computer, use the mouse buttons to shift it from side to side. On a phone or tablet, tap the screen to steer. Small, early moves work better than big late swerves.

Score and Level Display

Your score and current level appear at the top middle of the screen, so you always know how far you have come. Try to beat your best score as you climb through the levels.

You can play Wave Rider online for free on Yup7 with nothing to download, on computers, Chromebooks, phones and tablets. For more free games where speed and steering matter, open our Racing Games page.

Boat Game Questions

How do I steer the boat?

Use the mouse on a computer or tap the screen on a touch device to move left and right.

Why did my boat flip?

In Wave Rider, a flip usually means you hit an obstacle or turned too hard into a wave. Smaller moves keep the boat upright.

Is there more than one level?

Yes. Each finish line unlocks the next level, and the level number is shown at the top.