Angry Birds goes 3D in this arcade racer (pictures)

The latest from Rovio brings the Angry Birds to the racetrack for downhill racing fun.

Jason Parker Dec. 18, 2013, 5:48 p.m. PT

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Drift cart racing

In the Time Boom race mode, you'll need to avoid obstacles and get to the finish line before time runs out.

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As you unlock bird racers, they will move up to your tree where you can select them when your current bird is "tired."

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Each track has five different events with the champion ship race (where you earn the pictured bird) in the middle.

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Once you earn the coins, you can buy upgrades for your car that will help you beat the competition.

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The freemium limitations require you to wait 20 minutes for more energy or pay with slow-to-acquire crystal currency.

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