Assetto Corsa
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Assetto Corsa EVO: Three New Cars, New Kyalami Track, Overhauled VR and more in ‘Update 0.8’ Out Today KUNOS Simulazioni and 505 Games have released Update 0.8 for the Early Access title Assetto Corsa EVO. This update introduces three new cars (KTM X-Bow GT2, KTM X-Bow GT4, Volkswagen Golf 8 R), the Kyalami Grand Prix circuit, enhanced VR support with foveated rendering, and the ability to use community-created cars and liveries in multiplayer. The update is available now for PC.
This free software aims to turn Sony headphones into a head tracker for '200+ PC games'A new open-source software allows users to utilize the motion sensors in compatible Sony headphones, such as the WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5, for head tracking in over 200 PC games. This free tool, available on GitHub, captures orientation and gyroscopic data from the headphones and passes it to OpenTrack, enabling head tracking without additional hardware like webcams or infrared trackers.
Assetto Corsa Rally now has online multiplayer as update 0.5 releasesAssetto Corsa Rally has released update 0.5, introducing online multiplayer with official and custom lobbies. The update also adds Greece as a new location with two special stages and 12 layout variants, alongside a significant physics overhaul including a gravel bulldozing effect. New events, cockpit dynamics, and improvements to the ideal line feature are also included.- Morning PatchesSeveral games have received new updates and patches. Assetto Corsa Rally's Update 0.5 is now available, and Starship Troopers: Extermination has released Update 11 Hotfix 1. The article also briefly mentions unofficial patches and mods, including for Grand Theft Auto 4 RTX Remix.
- Morning MultiplexThis article rounds up recent trailers for several games. Albion Online's Keeper Uprising expansion begins July 4, and Assetto Corsa Rally has released Update 0.5. A trailer for Nightscape and Episode 5 of Schrodinger's Call are also mentioned.
Hit the track in 8 titles for just $10 with the latest racing games themed Humble BundleHumble Bundle has launched a new "Redline Racing Bundle" offering eight racing games for a minimum of $10. The collection includes titles like JDM: Japanese Drift Master, Assetto Corsa Competizione, and Trail Out, catering to various racing subgenres. The bundle is available until June 27, 2026.
Free Play Days – House Flipper 2, Blades of Fire and Assetto Corsa CompetizioneXbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members can play House Flipper 2, Blades of Fire, and Assetto Corsa Competizione for free from June 25 to June 28. Players can download the games via the Xbox Store and continue playing with limited-time discounts after the event.- Free Play Days – House Flipper 2, Blades of Fire and Assetto Corsa CompetizioneXbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members can play House Flipper 2, Blades of Fire, and Assetto Corsa Competizione for free from June 25 to June 28. Players can download the games via the Xbox Store and continue playing with limited-time discounts after the event.
Pimax Dream Air review - incredible VR headset visuals and feather light, but the price is a frightThe Pimax Dream Air VR headset offers exceptional image quality with its high-resolution OLED displays, delivering sharp visuals and deep blacks. Despite its lightweight design and decent comfort, the headset's extremely high price and potentially restrictive optical characteristics make it a niche product for enthusiasts seeking the absolute best.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer SaleThis weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.- Evening ConsolidationThe announcement trailer for Flesh Made Fear has been released for PlayStation 5. Additionally, Xbox Wire has announced Free Play Days for PGA Tour 2K25, Two Point Campus, Assetto Corsa, and Dead by Daylight.
Free Play Days – PGA Tour 2K25, Two Point Museum, Assetto Corsa and Dead by DaylightXbox is offering Free Play Days for several games including PGA Tour 2K25, Two Point Museum, and Assetto Corsa for Game Pass members from June 18 to June 21. Additionally, Dead by Daylight is available for all Xbox members to try until June 22. Players can continue their progress and unlock achievements during these trial periods, with discounts available on the full games and select DLCs.
Opinion: I'm So Glad Racing Games Are Finally Getting Interesting AgainThe author expresses a desire for more diversity in racing games, feeling that the genre has become stagnant with an overabundance of simulations and open-world titles. Recent and upcoming games like Hot Wheels Unleashed, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Screamer, and Clutch are highlighted as examples of the genre diversifying with more arcade-focused, unique, or experimental approaches.
Sim racing is flourishing, but what happened to the arcade racer?The article discusses the decline of arcade racers and the rise of sim racing, noting that while sim player counts have surged, mainstream racing games have dwindled to a few franchises like Forza Horizon. The author suggests that the increased accessibility and popularity of real-world motorsport, partly fueled by media like Netflix's Drive to Survive, has driven the growth of sim racing as a more accessible alternative to participating in actual racing.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet FestThis weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
Aston Martin’s new racing sim costs more than your actual carAston Martin and Curv Racing Simulators have unveiled the AMR-C01-R Hypercar Edition, a limited-edition racing simulator inspired by the Valkyrie Hypercar, priced at £58,750. Developed with Aston Martin's test driver Darren Turner, the sim features a carbon-fiber monocoque, a 49-inch Samsung Odyssey G95C display, and a high-end PC with an Nvidia RTX 50 Series graphics card. It comes pre-installed with Assetto Corsa and is compatible with other PC racing simulation software.
Grab some speedy games in the Redline Racing BundleThe Redline Racing Humble Bundle offers seven highly-rated racing games for £8.90, including titles like Assetto Corsa Competizione, art of rally, and MudRunner. Several games in the bundle are Steam Deck Verified or Playable, enhancing their portability.- Morning PatchesAssetto Corsa Competizione has released Update 0.7, while Disney Dreamlight Valley has received the 'A Hero’s Journey' update with new patch notes. The article also briefly mentions unofficial patches and mods, including a new development for Bloodborne.
- Morning MultiplexThis article rounds up recent trailers for various games, including Assetto Corsa Competizione's 0.7 update, the story trailer for ILL, and a demo trailer for Salvation Denied. It also notes that the X4: Foundations Empire Update 9.00 is launching on June 10, 2026.
Assetto Corsa EVO: New Cars, Particles, Editor Tool debut and several upgrades coming with 0.7 updateKUNOS Simulazioni and 505 Games have released the 0.7 update for Assetto Corsa EVO, introducing new cars like the Audi R8 LMS GT3 Evo II and Datsun 240Z, enhanced particle effects, and the first iteration of the SDK editor tool for community content creation. The update also features a new EVO Safety Rating system designed to reward clean and close racing, and is available now on Steam Early Access for PC.