More fixes and updates arrive from Studio 397 and Motorsport Games with Le Mans Ultimate Patch 3 released for the World Endurance racing sim. As with the previous patches, it's mainly fixed what's already included in the Steam Early Access release, rather than adding new content and features. And there is a note that some users are experiencing FFB issues, who should try … [Read more...]
Car Repair Announced For A Steam Release In 2024
You'll soon have another choice if you want to become a virtual mechanic, with Car Repair announced for a Steam release in 2024. The interesting twist is that it's set in Poland in the 1990s, and you have the choice to potentially pick cheaper both jobs and fixes rather than the proper and more expensive ways to gets cars back on the road. So rather than just following the … [Read more...]
Japanese Drift Master Gets A Free Prologue And Subaru License
JDM: Japanese Drift Master was announced in 2023, developed by Polish studio Gaming Factory. And it appears to be gaining momentum towards a 2024 release date, as Japanese Drift Master gets a free prologue and Subaru license. A free demo version was available at the start of the year, but closed at in early February. But the new Rise of the Scorpion prologue will give you … [Read more...]
MotoTrials Teased With A Mysterious In-Game Trailer Video
There's no other publicly available information released yet, but we've seen MotoTrials teased with a mysterious in-game trailer video. It's listed as coming to the PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, and has a release date to be announced. Watching the trailer, it has very similar vibes to the likes of the Trials series which was developed by Ubisoft since 2007 after … [Read more...]
Monster Jam Showdown Will Launch On August 29, 2024
The first game in the series to be developed by Milestone, Monster Jam Showdown will launch on August 29, 2024, with Early Access coming three days earlier on the 26th. It's being released for the PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch. Along with the release date for Monster Jam Showdown, it's also been revealed that Gave Digger and Megalodon will be … [Read more...]
The electric Renault Trucks E-Tech T Is Coming To ETS 2
You could probably predict a lot of the comments on news that the electric Renault Trucks E-Tech T is coming to ETS 2. But alongside the release of the new vehicle, you can also take part in a design competition to create a second paint livery, which will also be recreated on a real example. Plus there are Renault and Thrustmaster prizes for the finalists. You can enter … [Read more...]
New Heading Out Gameplay Trailer Released
If you're intrigued by the narrative-adventure driving game inspired by classic road movies and due out on May 7th, 2024, then you may want to check out this new Heading Out gameplay trailer. The video reveales more about navigation, managing resources and other details as you try to avoid being stopped by the cops, race other drivers, and interact with the characters you … [Read more...]
TrackDayR Update 1.0.106.27 Adds A Bike Class System
When your game lets sim racers ride anything from a scooter to a MotoGP bike, it can be tricky to ensure competitive online racing and time attack leaderboards. So TrackDayR Update 1.0.106.27 adds a bike class system to ensure a more level playing field. Called the TrackDayR Performance Score (TPS), it uses power, torque, grip and tyre load, aerodynamics, engine friction and … [Read more...]
The Monster Jam Showdown Truck List
The first entry in the franchise developed by Milestone, the Monster Jam Showdown Truck List should eventually include 66 officially licensed vehicles, with 40 included in the base game at launch, and 26 through free or paid DLC after release. So far, the only officially confirmed monster trucks are Grave Digger and Megolodon, which are both featured on the cover of Monster … [Read more...]
Atari Announce Single Screen Isometric Racer NeoSprint
It feels like the 1970s might have returned as Atari announce single screen isometric racer NeoSprint as a modern return to the format used by the Sprint series from 1976 until 1989. Having already been available in early access for the modern Atari VCS, it'll now launch for PC and consoles in Summer 2024. If you remember the original Sprint 2 (which was followed by Sprint … [Read more...]
iRacing Has Added New Free Dirt Outlaw Micro Sprint Cars
The Dirt Micro Sprint cars have obviously been popular after being introduced with the 2024 Season 2 Build, as now iRacing has added new free Dirt Outlaw Micro Sprint cars in both winged and non-winged versions. The Dirt Micro Sprints now feature a lower 120 horsepower output to make them more manageable to drive in two Rookie level series, with one for the Winged version … [Read more...]
Fanatec Have Dismissed CEO Thomas Jackermeier
After a period beset with supply chain issues, licensing delays and getting equipment delivered to customers, Fanatec have dismissed CEO Thomas Jackermeier. Jakermeier began the business back in 1997, with the first wheel released in 1998, and parent company Endor AG named after the planet in Return of the Jedi. He also holds around 50% of the shares in Endor after the … [Read more...]
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 Turbocharged Joins Game Pass
You can now play the second in the toy car racing series from Milestone and Mattel for nothing, as Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 Turbocharged joins Game Pass on Xbox and PC from March 2024. It replaces the original game in the series, which launched in 2021 and leaves the subscription service to make way for the newer sequel, which was released in October 2023. And you'll get … [Read more...]
Le Mans Ultimate Patch 2 Released
A second major update has arrived with month, with Le Mans Ultimate Patch 2 released. Marking around a month since the WEC sim racing title launched in Steam Early Access, it updates car models and the balance of performance, weight penalties if you're using ABS assistance, and how the AI handles situations including lift and coast fuel and energy saving. While the BoP … [Read more...]
Thrustmaster T128 Shifter Pack Bundle Launched
I really wanted to be excited about the Thrustmaster T128 Shifter Pack bundle launched with the TH8S H-pattern gearshift. I've bought both products (shifter for me, and wheel and pedals for my son), and manual shifting is one of the most cost effective improvements I've ever made for enjoyment and immerson. And with the T128 providing one of the cheapest routes into wheels … [Read more...]