There are some big changes happening to the PC and console racing sim coming from Straight4 Studios, as GTRevival gets a new name, publisher, and game engine. Progress updates from the developer have slowed recently, which is explained by some substanital changes. The first was CEO Ian Bell revealing that the requirement for the sim to have VR and be released on Oculus Rift … [Read more...]
TrackDayR Update 1.0.108.78 Adds Trials And New Tracks
There can't be much in motorcycling which isn't included in the motorcycle simulator from Mad Cow, as now TrackDayR Update 1.0.108.78 adds Trials and new tracks. One of the venues is the X-TRIAL circuit filled with obstacles to tackle in the fastest possible time. The other is the fictional French location of Saint-Denis, with both Tarmac and Supermoto layouts … [Read more...]
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 AcceleRacers Free Pack 3 Out Now
Two more cars can be added to your game for nothing, with the Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 AcceleRacers Free Pack 3 out now. Included in the DLC pack are the Battle Spec, driven by street racing team Teku, and the 500hp Jack Hammer used by the Metal Maniacs team. The third AcceleRacers Pack and sixth DLC pack to be made available for free by developers Milestone since Hot Wheels … [Read more...]
F1 24 Update v1.4 Released To Address Gameplay Issues
Fairly soon after the substantial Update v1.3, we've now seen F1 24 Update v1.4 released to address gameplay issues including ERS being disabled, all cars starting races on the wrong tyres, and drivers in career mode getting their Pace rating reduced by too much if you didn't get the fastest lap. It's a fairly small patch across all game platforms to cover four issues, … [Read more...]
Sunrise GP Launches for PC And Xbox Consoles
After launching on the Nintendo Switch in April 2023, Sunrise GP launches for PC and Xbox consoles via the Microsoft and Windows stores, with a Steam release planned for later in 2024. The casual arcade racer is developed by Garage 5, and is designed for a laid-back feel with the cute retro graphics, synth wave soundtrack and locations from beaches to the mountains. The main … [Read more...]
Super Battle Polycars Demo During Steam Next Fest
Coming from the solo indie developer Yooper Game Studios LLC, you can try out their Super Battle Polycars demo during Steam Next Fest until June 17th, 2024. The game takes old-school vehicle combat and adds online multiplayer battle arena matches for solo players and with friends as team-mates. You'll be able to compete in free-for-all deathmatches, or in the Massive Online … [Read more...]
F1 24 Update v1.3 Released With Handling Improvements
Launched in May 2024, the latest in the official Formula One franchise has met with a mixed response, partly due to car behaviour and physics. So a lot of people will be happy to see F1 24 Update v1.3 released with handling improvements. “We've made significant updates to our physics tech this year to set us up for long-term advancements in handling. As with any new system, … [Read more...]
Play The Golden Lap Demo Until June 17th, 2024
Due for release at some point this year from Funselektor and Strelka Games, you can play the Golden Lap demo until June 17th, 2024, as part of the Steam Next Fest event. The demo version of the minimalist motorsport management game includes both Quick Race and Career Modes. Set in a classic era of racing, you can either select a pre-built team, or take on a four-race mini … [Read more...]
New Monster Jam Showdown Freestyle Trailer Released
There's not a lot of new information available, but you can see some of the tricks you'll be able to perform with a new Monster Jam Showdown freestyle trailer released by developers Milestone. It does show the combo system that will be used to build up your score as you perform backflips, wheelies, donuts, bicycles and more. The tricks look like fun, with the choice of … [Read more...]
Rider’s Spirits Released For Modern Consoles From June 7th
Go back to classic early 1990s racing games with Rider's Spirits released for modern consoles from June 7th, 2024. Originally available only in Japan as 'Bike Daisuki! Hashiriya Kon' for the Super Famicom in 1994, it's a cult classic which resembles Super Mario Kart, but with more complexity coming from pit stops to fuel up and change any items you may want to … [Read more...]
Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 Debuts on PS4 and PS5
It's a bit of a blast from the past as Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 debuts on PS4 and PS5 from today, June 5th, 2024. Originally released for the PC back in November 2021, as the title of the game suggests, it was ported onto the Nintendo Switch in January 2023, and for the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S in November 2023. And now with the PlayStation 4 available for PS5 … [Read more...]
New Star GP Adds A Hot Lap Game Mode
Racing against the top times for a particularly circuit can be a great way to improve your driving, or an alternative to competing against human and AI drivers on track. And now New Star GP adds a Hot Lap game mode to let you test yourself against the best on the online leaderboards. Time trial modes are fairly common in most racing games, and the New Star GP version works … [Read more...]
Art of Rally Update V1.5.5 Released
Despite Funselektor Labs now working on Golden Lap alongside Strelka Games, and teasing a new off-road game, some small remaining issues have been fixed with Art of Rally Update V1.5.5 released. While the three minor issues covered by the update probably aren't a big issue for many players, the more interesting development is a new beta branch version of the game with … [Read more...]
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 Alien Encounters Expansion Pack
Four new vehicles and the Hangar 68 environment have arrived with the release of the Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 Alien Encounters Expansion Pack. It's included in the Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 Turbocharged Legendary Edition and Season Pass Volume 2, or can be bought separately for £7.99. Hanger 68 is a three-level environment which lets you race through the wreckage of a UFO along … [Read more...]
iRacing And FIA Launch The First F4 Esports Global Series
There's a new professional eSports championship starting soon, as iRacing and FIA launch the first F4 eSports global series. It will take place over four events and eight rounds, starting in September 2024, and with a $25,000 prize pool, along with live broadcasts. Drivers can qualify for the F4 FIA Esports Global Championship by competing in the iRacing FIA F4 Regional Tour … [Read more...]