This would make the dual-stick controls even more critical, as you’d need to use the right stick to lean perfectly into the developing ruts to maintain maximum momentum.
One feature that would fit the "Rhythm Racing" feel of Reflex is a system that goes beyond just visuals. MX vs ATV Reflex
While the game already features terrain deformation, this feature——would reward players for finding and "burning in" the fastest line. As laps progress, the soil in corners would pack down or blow out based on the pack's physics. If you consistently hit the same "sweet spot" in a berm, the traction there increases, allowing for higher cornering speeds, while the "marbles" (loose dirt) get pushed to the outside, creating a high-risk/high-reward secondary line for overtaking. This would make the dual-stick controls even more