Originally scheduled to be published this month, and then mysteriously removed from release scheduled, we've now seen the official BTCC game release date pushed back to 2024 by Motorsport Games. Accompanied by legal forward-looking statements longer than the announcement itself, which include everything from SEC filings to the impact of higher petrol prices, the release … [Read more...]
Managing Director Marcel Offermans Leaves Studio 397
There's a notable departure from the rFactor 2 development team, as Managing Director Marcel Offermans leaves Studio 397. Offermans was MD for almost six years, and previously worked at Dutch company Luminis as an experienced software architect and engineer, who took over development of rFactor 2 from Image Space Incorporated until they agreed to sell to Motorsport Games in … [Read more...]
Laguna Seca Also Coming To rFactor 2 In May 2022
The next update from Studio 397 looks like it'll be a big one, with Laguna Seca also coming to rFactor 2 in May 2022, alongside Donington Park, Brands Hatch and the first two official BTCC cars. The Californian track is a staple of racing games and sims, so it's good to see that gap in the official rFactor 2 circuit list being filled at last. Built in 1957 in the hills near … [Read more...]
Official BTCC Cars and Tracks Coming to rFactor 2
You'll be able to emulate British touring car racing more effectively from May 2022, with official BTCC cars and tracks coming to rFactor 2 in the planned Q2 update. Brands Hatch and Donington Park had been announced as new circuit additions, but new cars are officially licensed from the championship. The game hasn't had many British tracks included as official releases, … [Read more...]
2021 BMW SIM Live Winners and News
With the German manufacturer so heavily involved in sim racing at all levels, from running Esports teams to developing hardware, there's plenty to cover with the 2021 BMW SIM Live winners and news. The event took place last weekend for the third year in a row and featured the finals of three sim racing competitions running across three different platforms. And featured … [Read more...]
rFactor 2 KartSim Tillotson T4 Series Kart Released
If you like your sim racing close to the ground, then the new rFactor 2 KartSim Tillotson T4 Series Kart released this week might be right up your alley. Especially as the Tillotson T4 Esports series gives you the chance to secure a place on the grid of the real life Tillotson T4 Series World Finals in Dublin later in September. For those unaware, KartSim are a UK developer … [Read more...]
2021 Le Mans Virtual Series Teams Announced
We've already covered details of the new endurance championship, including the schedule and prize fund. But with the 2021 Le Mans Virtual Series teams announced, it's been confirmed that a number of big organisations will be competing in the 5 round series, culminating with the famous 24 Hour event. With 21 LMP2 cars and 17 LMGTE competitors making up the field of 38, … [Read more...]
rFactor 2 Zandvoort 2021 Update Coming Soon
Circuit Zandvoort has undergone some significant changes to prepare for the return of Formula One to the Dutch racing circuit. Delayed from 2020 for obvious reasons, it does have one benefit, with an rFactor 2 Zandvoort 2021 update coming soon. With developers Studio 397 based in the Netherlands, it's not surprising they wanted to have the latest and best version of the … [Read more...]
rFactor 2 USF2000 PBR Update Released
One of the cars available for free gets some love with an rFactor 2 USF2000 PBR update released for the 2016 spec open wheeler. First released for rFactor 2 back in November 2016, it uses a Van Diemen/Elan DP08 chassis, with power from a Mazda MZR 2 litre engine. With tuning from Elite Engines, it puts out 170hp and has a top speed around 150mph. And it's available with the … [Read more...]
rFactor 2 Formula Pro V0.99 and DRS Zone Updates
Some targeted changes arrive from Studio 397, with new rFactor 2 Formula Pro V0.99 and DRS Zone updates to enjoy. The drag reduction applies to both the Formula Pro and BMW M4 Class 1, so drivers of both cars will benefit from additional zones which have been added to the Indianapolis 2020 GP Layout and the Silverstone GT layout. That changes the tracks to Indianapolis v1.12 … [Read more...]
Free Tatuus MSV F3-020 2020 Released For rFactor 2
Drive the latest car used for the BRDC British Formula 3 championship, with the free Tatuus MSV F3-020 2020 released for rFactor 2. It's an upgrade to the previous version used in both the real series and the Studio 397 racing simulation, with a two-litre Mountune engine producing 230bhp. Along with the Sadev six-speed sequential gearbox and an Indycar-style fin in front of … [Read more...]
rFactor 2 Monza Update V1.21 Released
You can now race both the Curva Grande and Junior layouts of the famous Italian racing circuit, as both are included in the new rFactor 2 Monza update v1.21 available to download now. Studio 397 released the track as DLC at the end of June, and have also responded to feedback from sim racers with various improvements. Changes include updating cut detection, some graphical … [Read more...]
rFactor 2 June 2021 Developer Roadmap Update
Studio 397 have recapped their recent work, and some of their plans for the future, in the latest rFactor 2 June 2021 developer roadmap update. Obviously they're keen to mention the release of the new Formula Pro, which we covered here. Along with the release of the BMW M4 Class 1 2021 and Monza. But there are some interesting bits of info about other elements of the sim … [Read more...]
Formula Pro Released For rFactor 2
Sutdio 397 have gone back to the V10 era of open wheel racing with the Formula Pro released for rFactor 2. So if you fancy trying to channel 800hp and 18,000rpm through 18-inch Goodyear slicks and with up to 2400kg of downforce, then you're going to be happy. Being a fictional creation, the Formula Pro combines the modern F1-style halo head protection system and technology … [Read more...]
rFactor 2 Adds Monza DLC Plus The Free BMW M4 Class 1 2021
There are two new pieces of content from Studio 397, as rFactor 2 adds Monza DLC plus the free BMW M4 Class 1 2021. So while you'll need to pay to download and race on the iconic Italian Monza circuit, the chance to drive a BMW racing car that never got to compete in real life is open to everyone for nothing. The Autodromo Nazionale Di Monza will cost you £7.72, and in … [Read more...]