The arcade cabinet is constructed to allow players to choose between simulating either a car or a motorcycle and then race other vehicles on a variety of courses.

Dangerous Curves was designed by Taito veteran Hiroyuki Sakawa and was the first game to utilize the company's JC System Type-C arcade hardware.

The game simulates the advantages and disadvantages of these competing vehicles, such as a motorcycle's ability quickly make tight corners and a car's use of power to catch up on straightaways.

[2] Dangerous Curves was the first game to use Taito's JC System Type-C, which allowed for improved handling of 3D polygons over its previous efforts.

[6][8][11] These appearances pitted the game against motorcycle arcade simulations from Taito's rivals including Namco's Cyber Cycles and Sega's Cool Riders.

[11] Next Generation called the graphics and gameplay "solid" but stated, "Besides the six extensive stages and rendered polygon backgrounds, the mediocre set of sharp turns and sober opponents leaves this game an enjoyable but disappointing attempt.