Racing Simulation
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New Project Motor Racing DLC Adds 9 Historic Cars, New Track
Project Motor Racing has released new downloadable content that adds nine historic cars and a new track to the game. This update is part of the ongoing effort to establish Project Motor Racing as a successful title.
Project Motor Racing Turns Back The Clock With The New GT Icons Pack
The GT Icons Pack DLC for Project Motor Racing is now available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, priced at £12.99. Developed by GIANTS Software and Straight4 Studios, this expansion introduces nine legendary race cars from the late 1960s and early 1970s, along with the new Rocky Knoll Raceway circuit.
GT ICONS PACK BRINGS LEGENDARY GT AND SPORTS CARS TO PROJECT MOTOR RACING
GIANTS Software and Straight4 Studios have released the GT Icons Pack DLC for Project Motor Racing, adding nine legendary GT and sports cars from the 1960s and 1970s. The pack also includes the new Rocky Knoll Raceway circuit and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Gran Turismo and an Instruction Irritation
The author discusses their experience with Gran Turismo 2, a racing simulation game they tried despite not typically playing the genre. They recount finding a secondhand copy of the game and the initial impressions it made.
F1 25: 2026 Season Pack review – the next best thing to F1 26
Electronic Arts and Codemasters have released the F1 25: 2026 Season Pack as DLC instead of a full F1 26 game, which is slated for a 2027 reboot. This expansion adds the radically redesigned 2026 Formula One cars and the new Madring street circuit to F1 25. While it offers a credible simulation of the new cars and their handling characteristics, including active aerodynamics and electric boost, its integration is limited, requiring new saves for career modes and restricting the new cars from certain online modes.
MicroProse Brings Four Playable Demos to Steam Next Fest
MicroProse is participating in Steam Next Fest with playable demos for four upcoming titles: Throttle Trace, The Fertile Crescent 2: Collapse of the Bronze Age, Drone Sector, and Liquidation. These demos offer players a glimpse into diverse genres including racing simulation, real-time strategy, and tactical warfare.
Engagement Ring
Forza Motorsport offers a deep racing simulation experience with stunning visuals and realistic car handling. The game features a robust career mode and extensive customization options for players to explore on Xbox Series X.
Gran Turismo 7's Excellent Post-Launch Support Continues with 5 New Cars in Latest Free Update
Polyphony Digital has released a new free update for Gran Turismo 7, adding five new cars including the Ferrari 499P, Porsche 963, BMW M Hybrid V8, Peugeot 9X8, and Porsche 911 Turbo S Safety Car. The update also introduces new menus and events, including a 24 Heures du Mans Racing Circuit, for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 players.
Gran Turismo 7 free update 1.70: choose Your Le Mans Hypercar
Gran Turismo 7 has received its 1.70 update, adding new hypercars for players to experience, including the Ferrari 499P, Porsche 963, BMW M Hybrid V8, and Peugeot 9X8. The update also introduces a new 'Choose Your Le Mans Hypercar' quiz to help players find a car that matches their driving style, along with five new World Circuits events, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Aston Martin’s new racing sim costs more than your actual car
Aston 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 Bundle
The 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.
Off-road racing? Psh, try off-world racing: Exo Rally Championship just launched on Steam
Exo Rally Championship, a brutally realistic off-world racing simulation, has launched on Steam for PC. The game features customizable rovers with realistic physics, thrusters for low-gravity environments, and a career mode based on real-world rally events. While lacking direct online multiplayer, players can compete asynchronously for best track times on procedurally generated alien landscapes.
F1 25: 2026 Season Pack is Available Now
The F1 25: 2026 Season Pack is now available, adding new features and content to the racing simulation. This pack introduces a new Brazil-based track called Madring, revamped vehicle designs with Active Aero, and new Overtake and Boost Modes. Electronic Arts reported a solid standing in the first quarter of FY 2026, partly due to the F1 franchise.
F1 25: 2026 Season Pack review – A bold step that hits the mark
The F1 25: 2026 Season Pack review highlights a bold step forward for the game, suggesting it successfully hits its mark. The article implies a focus on increased racing content and potential cost savings for players.
Assetto Corsa EVO: New Cars, Particles, Editor Tool debut and several upgrades coming with 0.7 update
KUNOS 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.
Maverick Games Announces Clutch, A Big Open-World Driving Title Set for 2027 From Former Forza Devs
Maverick Games, an independent studio led by former Forza Horizon Creative Director Mike Brown, has announced its debut title, Clutch. This open-world driving game, scheduled for a 2027 release, will blend professional circuit racing with underground street races, featuring a narrative campaign and deep car customization. The game aims to innovate within the genre with its PvPvE open-world sandbox gameplay.
F1 25’s 2026 Season Pack Adds Enhanced PSSR Support for PS5 Pro, Including 8K Resolution
The F1 25: 2026 Season Pack will feature enhanced PSSR support for the PlayStation 5 Pro, enabling 60 FPS in Quality Mode, 120 FPS in Performance Mode, and 8K resolution. Codemasters technical producer Si Lumb highlighted features like ray-traced reflections and global illumination, with the Madring circuit designed to showcase these advancements. The pack releases on June 3rd for PC and consoles.
Push Your PS5 Pro to the Limit with PSSR2 Update for F1 25's New DLC
Codemasters is releasing a 2026 Season Update for F1 25 on June 3rd, which will include native PSSR2 support for PlayStation 5. This update aims to improve image quality and performance across all graphics modes, including Quality, Performance, and Resolution. The DLC will also feature usual roster changes and rule tweaks, along with the new Madring circuit.
Push Your PS5 Pro to the Limit with PSSR2 Update for F1 25's Season DLC
Codemasters is releasing a 2026 Season Update for F1 25 on June 3rd, which will include PSSR2 support to improve image quality and performance on the PlayStation 5. Technical Producer Si Lumb stated that players will notice a sharper image across all graphics modes, including Quality, Performance, and Resolution. This update aims to enhance the visual experience for the racing simulator, which already utilizes the PS5 Pro effectively.
KODANSHA GAME LAB BRINGS THE HEAT WITH UPDATES TO THREE TITLES FOR THIS SUMMER ALONG WITH NEW GAME ANNOUNCEMENT
Kodansha Game Lab announced summer updates for three indie titles: 'and Roger' for iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch 2 on June 18th; 'Wabisabi SushiDerby' for PC and Nintendo Switch on July 15th; and 'BOKURA' for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4/5 later this summer. The publisher also revealed a new game from Nama Takahashi, creator of 'ElecHead'.