After Yas Marina was included in the previous release, the new Forza Motorsport Update 3 will add the Hockenheimring when it's available to download on December 12th, 2023. Despite being referred to by the name of the nearby town of Hockenheim, the Hockenheimring Baden-Wurttemburg dates back to 1932, and a 12 kilometre triangular route named the Dreieckskurs. It's undergone … [Read more...]
The iRacing 2024 Season 1 Update Is Now Available
After a slight delay, the iRacing 2024 Season1 update is now available, with an 11.52GB download if you choose everything available. It adds the new Audi R8 LMS EVO II Gt3, Mugello, Slinger Speedway, a rework of Okayama, and the new damage model for 16 new car models, including the Audi. Mugello was originally opened in 1974 to replace road races in the area, and is mostly … [Read more...]
Automobilista 2 Update v1.5.3.5 Released
More tweaks to the racing sim arrive with Automobilista 2 Update v1.5.3.5 released. It carries on the improvements since the last major development release, addressing some of the remaining physics, AI and performance issues. One area which still needs fixing is the AI when you're in the faster 125cc and Superkart classes, but this is being worked on. And all Reiza games and … [Read more...]
The iRacing 2024 Season 1 Update Is Delayed By 24 Hours
Originally scheduled to arrive today, the iRacing 2024 Season 1 update is delayed by 24 hours until Wednesday December 6th, 2023, with downtime from 8:00 EST, or 1pm GMT/UTC. It's been postponed while the team investigate an undisclosed issue, which is the first time in a while that a release hasn't happened on a Tuesday as planned. And while you're waiting, the iRacing Test … [Read more...]
Extreme Rally Raid Is Available To Wishlist On Steam
Coming from Argentine developers Punto Simu, who have previously released Assetto Corsa mods including the Mar del Plata (Autodromo Ciudad de Mar del Plata), Parana and Concordia tracks, Extreme Rally Raid is available to wishlist on Steam. Inspired by the real events, the game has apparently been in the works for seven years, and now has a release date planned for Q2 in … [Read more...]
EA Confirms Redundancies At Codemasters
There's more news of job losses in the racing game industry as EA confirms redundancies at Codemasters. In a statement to IGN, it was referred to as 'small-scale organizational changes', and the number of staff impacted hasn't been revealed. The British developer was founded back in 1986, developing racing titles including the Colin McRae and Dirt series, the official F1 … [Read more...]
Early GTRevival Gameplay Video Footage Shared
Straight4 Studios have apparently reached some new milestones in development with both their physics and graphics engine. And to celebrate the news, there's been some early GTRevival gameplay video footage shared online. The clip features Lead Handling Designer Doug Arnao (former racer and car builder who also worked on titles including Grand Prix Legends, GTR and Project … [Read more...]
Automobilista 2 Update V1.5.3.4 Released
Having recently released major changes including two new DLC packs featuring the Formula HiTech and historic circuits, we've now see Automobilista 2 Update V1.5.3.4 released by Reiza Studios. It largely fixes some minor niggles for existing content, and ends the free trial period for both the F-HiTech and Historical Track Pack Pt2 additions. So you'll need to pay to keep … [Read more...]
TrackDayR Update 1.0.102.13 Released
Another fresh development by Mad Cow, with TrackDayR Update 1.0.102.13 released, which should now completely solve issues with riders falling under the map. It also adds fixes some more of the recent problems when you wheelie you motorcycle, and adds a few new features including a dynamic lean calculation system. There's also a new time attack feature which updates the … [Read more...]
LEGO 2K Drive Joins PlayStation Plus in December 2023
Released by 2K in the summer of 2023, Lego 2K Drive joins PlayStation Plus in December 2023, allowing you to try the brick-based open world racer from Tuesday 5th until January 1st, 2024. You're able to explore the world of Bricklandia, and take part in a story mode, races and tournaments, or minigames. And it also features local splitscreen multiplayer along with the usual … [Read more...]
Dakar Desert Rally Fall 2023 Update Adds Vehicles And More
Originally released in October 2022, the new Dakar Desert Rally Fall Update 2023 adds vehicles and more, including a roadbook editor, replays, and a photo mode. It also fixes some issues impacting players, such as game crashes on the Xbox One, and soft locking up in PlayStation private races. The game already added a paid SnowRunner Trucks DLC pack back in February 2023, but … [Read more...]
Euro Truck Simulator 2 Update V1.49 Arrives
Just a few days after the latest changes were released for American Truck Simulator, now Euro Truck Simulator 2 update V1.49 arrives. It essentially brings the same fairly short list of big improvements to European virtual trucking fans, with the new High Dynamic Range (HDR) skybox featuring a more realistic moon and stars. With reflections, twinkling effects and more to let … [Read more...]
SnowRunner Gets An Update, a Mac Release and Two DLCs
There's a fair bit of off-road trucking to catch up on, as SnowRunner gets an update, a Mac release and two DLCs all arriving at once. The Apple Mac version was first announced in May 2023, and is part of the all-platform crossplay support to allow you to drive alongside friends on the PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch versions. It also features extensive mod support offered … [Read more...]
Daytona and Road Atlanta Confirmed For Rennsport
If you haven't been keeping up with the ESL R1 series, then you may have missed both Daytona and Road Atlana for Rennsport. The American circuits have been the venue for Round 7 and 8 of the championship, which took place on November 3rd and November 10th. Access to the game is still limited to those with closed beta keys, but a new drop of 15,000 is apparently scheduled for … [Read more...]
RIDE 5 Dreamer’s Garage Pack DLC Released
You can now ride the Nevada track, and experience five new motorcycles, with the RIDE 5 Dreamer's Garage Pack DLC. A mixture of mountains and valleys through the Sierra Nevada region should provide a good mix of fast and twisty sections, along with plenty of nice scenery. You also get five more motorcycles to add to your garage and take for a ride through the mountains, … [Read more...]