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Exciting PlayStation 5 Racing Game Gets Gameplay Trailer, Pre-Orders Now Live
NASCAR 26, the latest installment in the popular racing series developed by iRacing Studios, has released a new gameplay trailer and opened pre-orders. The game is set to launch on September 18, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. It will feature all four premier NASCAR series, a dynamic track feature, an improved Career Mode, and online cross-platform multiplayer.
NASCAR 26 in September
iRacing Studios and NASCAR have announced that NASCAR 26 will be released on September 18th for PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5. The announcement was made alongside the release of the game's first video developer diary.
Anticipated PlayStation 5 Racing Game in Popular Series Sets Release Date
NASCAR 26 is set to release on September 18, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by iRacing Studios and NASCAR, the game will feature dynamic tracks, cross-platform multiplayer, burnouts, and an improved Career Mode. The Standard and Gold Editions will be available, with the Gold Edition offering three days of early access.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
NASCAR is launching an update for its Roblox experience, Driving Empire, which will feature a San Diego Military Base track ahead of a real-world race. Separately, the director of the game Obsession expressed openness to a video game movie adaptation.
SimRacing Expo's first-ever US event proves driving sims have finally hit the American mainstream
The first US-based SimRacing Expo in Charlotte, NC, saw thousands of enthusiasts gather, signaling a mainstream breakthrough for sim racing. The event featured numerous hardware and software vendors, highlighting the industry's growth from a niche hobby to a more accessible pastime, boosted by factors like increased Formula 1 interest and pandemic-driven adoption by professional drivers.
SimRacing Expo USA is fuelled by D-BOX, coming to Charlotte NC 22-24 May
D-BOX, a leader in haptic technology, has been announced as the headline sponsor for the inaugural SimRacing Expo USA, taking place in Charlotte, North Carolina from May 22-24. The event will showcase D-BOX's motion systems through partnerships with exhibitors like NASCAR and Trak Racer, highlighting the growing importance of physical sensation in advanced sim racing experiences. The expo aims to unite fans, developers, and hardware innovators in the virtual motorsport industry.
The Crew Motorfest Roars Into Season 9 With NASCAR, Track Creator And RC Cars
The Crew Motorfest has launched Year 3 Season 9, introducing a significant collaboration with NASCAR, a new track creation tool called Trackforge, and RC car racing coming in May. The update brings official NASCAR content, including vehicles and a dedicated playlist, to the game's Hawaiian setting across multiple platforms. Trackforge allows players to design and share their own custom racing circuits.
The Crew Motorfest NASCAR Content Tomorrow
Ubisoft and NASCAR are collaborating to bring new NASCAR content to The Crew Motorfest as part of the game's upcoming Season 9 update. This partnership will introduce NASCAR cars and related content to the racing game.