3D Grand Prix is a Formula 1 racing game that uses a first person perspective from the driver's seat. The game contains eight race tracks that are based on real life circuits such as Silverstone and Anderstorp. The first race takes place at Zandvoort in the Netherlands, to advance to the next race you must finish in a top three position. Each race consists of three laps. The game can be played with keyboard or joystick and uses manual transmission. In the cockpit the player can see driving information including rev counter, temperature gauge and speed while the wing mirrors show opponents advancing from behind.