With just over a month till release Slightly Mad Studios have announced the reveal of ‘On-Track videos every week until Launch with many different Car and Track combinations’ so you’ll have lots of content to look forward to in terms of opening the game up. Today sees the reveal of the 2019-spec IndyCar. Dallara chassis, […]
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There are lots of racing games that fall below the radar. In modern times very few get noticed, either controlled by huge marketing budgets or generally players like what their friends like, this means niche titles simply don’t get through to the mass market. Kandagawa Jet Girls is one of those niche titles, and judging […]
NewsThe anticipation is certainly hotting up for DiRT 5. Following the high profile reveal with the announcement for the Xbox Series X conversion, we swiftly moved to an early and very positive hands-on. But despite those positive impressions, the jury is still out as to the final content expected. Today Codemasters unleased their latest DiRT […]
NewsIt is fair to say that Monster Truck games have been a mixed bag over the years, those that have succeeded such as 2002 release Monster Jam: Maximum Destruction, tended to be at the right place at the right time. Comparatively basic but delivering an experience which was just what fans needed. A game like […]
NewsWith just under two months till release, we’ve seen very little of WRC 9 so far, merely glimpses and the recent NACON presentation gave yet another opportunity to see a mere morsel. As ever impressions are unfair to form on merely a development build but it’s great to see more different locations arriving with this […]
NewsIf you had told me that Assetto Corsa Competizione would be ported to the PS4 and XBox a couple of years ago, I would have reacted with a somewhat muted response. Conflicted, on the one hand I would love to see a conversion, on the other side I would rather it be a quality conversion, […]
NewsFollowing our recent hands-on gameplay it’s clear Dirt 5 is shaping up nicely. With lessons learned on Dirt 4 the development team appear to have found a good balance on approachable handling while retaining an intuitive subtlety in terms of skill. But many questions still remain, little of the core content is known. However, Codemasters […]
NewsDIRT 5 is still almost five months from release, so it came as a big surprise this week when Team VVV were invited for an early hands-on this eagerly awaited game to see where the franchise is heading. DIRT 5 is also an early crossover release for the new generation of consoles, with Xbox Series […]
PreviewsIt’s getting on for two years since the release of Nickelodeon Kart Racers, a very average racing game. It had some great characters and huge potential but ultimately corners were cut, resulting in a relatively cheap product sorely lacking in polish. We streamed the game with our initial hands-on and was left unimpressed, however as […]
NewsWe’re getting ever closer to the launch of F1 2020 and as expected more details are gradually being released into the public domain raising excitement levels in the process. In terms of access, we recently got our first hands-on with the newly added Schumacher Deluxe content, another welcome addition to the growing roster of classic […]
PreviewsThe announcement of DRIFT21 caused a bit of a stir and was keenly sought after by the drifting community. It promises to be the ultimate drifting simulation from building your cars to scanning a wide range of legendary locations that perhaps haven’t featured in a gamer before. Developed by ECC Games S.A and now available […]
PreviewsClassic cars and content are a highlight for us when it comes to new F1 games, alas the range is always limited but we’re thankful that some elements can be brought forward. Sometimes seeing these cars, such as the 1995 Benetton B195 can bring back gaming memories as well, in this case, Formula 1 on […]
NewsWe have been patiently awaiting the official announcement for Project CARS 3 for some time now, however, we’re glad to report that the wait is now over. Slightly Mad Studios (now working under Codemasters) has released a reveal trailer for the much-anticipated racing sim which gives us the very surprising release window of summer 2020, […]
NewsThe sports world has been in disarray since the lock-down; however, racing games have been one of those to move swiftly and relatively seamlessly into the world of Esports. Meanwhile, MotoGP has been gradually developing with arguably the most comprehensive coverage, this demonstrating that despite the different inputs, bike racing can be just as exciting […]
NewsEarlier this year I was invited to Monaco for the start of the 2020 WRC season and to take part in a rather special invitational WRC Esport event. I confess I hadn’t played WRC 8 for some time and up against Gamermuscle, Super GT and Yannis Greekman, I knew I had my work cut out […]
NewsToday Lamborghini announced their entry into the burgeoning Esports industry, along with their virtual one-make series The Real Race in partnership with Assetto Corsa Competizione by Kunos Simulazioni. Details provided announce the tournament will start on 29 May with five qualifier weekends, before culminating in a live final at Lamborghini’s headquarters in Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy. […]
NewsRecently I was tasked with presenting a selection of podcasts on behalf Logitech G, these discuss a range of topical issues in the gaming industry. As a gamer I play and enjoy a wide range of video games and having worked in the UK games industry for over 25 years I’ve been involved in many […]
FeaturesIn recent years games and simulations have often granted the first opportunity of seeing and driving on a new F1 circuit. Sotchi was a perfect example where gamers had a fresh circuit, never seen, no established racing lines, this giving an opportunity to learn and discover the speed without external influence, Hanoi is a similar […]
NewsDespite the global pandemic, development teams have been working hard to continue with current projects through the obvious upheaval. TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 released in the eye of the storm as it were, and no doubt this slowed the initial progress but since then the development team have been […]
NewsCatching up on various racing news, a particular highlight has been the recent announcement that Star Wars Episode I: Racer is to be released for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 with updated controls. The game will include 25 playable racers, including the likes of Anakin Skywalker, Sebulba, and Ratts Tyerell, as well as various circuits […]
NewsF1 2020 was announced a few weeks back and since then we’ve been patiently awaiting a hands-on. As an annual franchise, there is always the challenge to improve in every way, often that isn’t possible and sometimes there is a temptation to turn to gimmicks. However, Codemasters has always forged ahead with valuable aspects, even […]
PreviewsRecently we got our first hands-on with the indie title Formula Retro Racing, the game inspired by Sega’s model 1 classic, Virtua Racing. A surprising title that effectively came out of the blue in March, then before you know it, the game is out to buy with little in the way of fanfare. Retro-inspired games […]
NewsTrackmania is a name familiar with racing gamers all over the world, fast, smooth, responsive, accurate, competing, perfection. These are words familiar with the Trackmania fanbase, but like all games, it needs to evolve and earlier this year Ubisoft announced Trackmania. More than just a remake of Trackmania Nations, Trackmania is a new beginning in […]
NewsAll has been quiet on the Fast & Furious Crossroads front since the first trailer was revealed late last year. The game based on the outrageously popular movie franchise had been expected for some time – originally due to release in May 2020 but since then it has all gone very quiet. Possibly also due […]
NewsOverpass was released last week on the Nintendo Switch and as with many multi-format conversions it tends to be released a week or two after the PS4 and Xbox conversions, this leaving little in the way of time for previews or preparation of content. Often with no time from previews at all, hence it goes […]
NewsCOVID-19 is changing the world as we know it, from sport and entertainment, to work and family life. Following the massive success of the racing Esports streams last weekend, Formula 1 has been quick to seize on the opportunity, announcing that this would become a regular occurrence in establishing the new F1 Esports Virtual Grand […]
NewsHaving the right peripheral for the job is critical when it comes to enjoying your gaming, potentially making play easier, more intuitive and more fun. In the case of steering wheels, this is an essential element to getting more from your gaming experience. But the cost can be off-putting to many, especially if the wheel […]
NewsAfter a bit of a hiatus the Team VVV Video Podcast is back and with the world of automotive gaming constantly expanding, there’s always so much to talk about. In the coming weeks we’ll aim to expand the chat to your questions, bring in new guests and aim to distribute it more widely to enable […]
NewsLast week Ford invited Team VVV to the launch announcement of the new UK division of their ever-expanding Fordzilla Esports Team. Ford revealed their UK Captain ‘Leah’ as well as giving us a general overview of their plans as they enter the competitive world of Esports. Ford has been around video games for many years […]
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FeaturesAnother interesting title revealed this week arrives in the form of ‘Inertial Drift’ which is being developed by Level 91 and published by P-Qube in the UK. A drifting game that initially gives off vibes of Initial D and Auto Modelista, but adds the unique feature of using both analogue sticks to control the drifting […]
NewsAs EGX approaches, we often receive a barrage of emails from publishers and independent developers alike announcing their new playable games due to be shown at the show. Indeed, the Indie stands have always been a highlight for discovering new and exciting ideas, and though many fail to cause a ripple, there are always odd […]
NewsNews on Need for Speed Heat is gradually leaking through and with that in mind, many YouTubers are delving into the history of the series, while eagerly awaiting the next iteration. One recent video, in particular, caught our eye from Lazy Game Reviews (LGR). ‘We All Need Extra Speed’ is an unofficial expansion pack for […]
NewsLast weekend saw the world finals of the 2019 Esports WRC Championship take place in Wales, right next to the paddock of this year’s Wales Rally GB. Team VVV were invited along to see proceedings and get an insight into how an event such as this is run as well as take in the general […]
FeaturesJim Ryan President of SIEE and President of Global Sales & Marketing for SIE has today revealed on the official PlayStation Blog that the PlayStation 5 will be ‘launching in time for Holiday 2020’. Our money is on Sony’s latest hardware launching in late November or early December 2020. So, no surprises in terms of […]
NewsIf you’re a regular at Team VVV, you’ll be aware of our extreme fondness for Sega’s arcade classic Daytona USA – a game which hasn’t seen a new home conversion in almost 10 years. The title is strangely absent across all current platforms and only available on Xbox One via backward compatibility, thus creating a gaping […]
NewsEarlier this year we saw the long-awaited announcement that wet weather conditions will be coming to GT Sport. Initially showcasing the tech on the Red Bull Ring, we took a few laps in the time trial mode to see how the cars handle. Later it turned out the cars would handle completely differently and far […]
NewsWith just under two months to launch, Codemasters are gradually trickling through information on what we can expect to discover when DiRT Rally 2.0 finally hits retail in late February. The very latest trailer grants us much-anticipated look at some of the classic cars to be featured. Classic cars are a key aspect to DiRT […]
NewsLast week I took a trip to Yorkshire to check out Farming Simulator 19 and experience various farm related activities. On the lead-up to this excursion I was dreading the weather, imagining it would be a dreary, wet and freezing November day. But fortunately, the sun was shining, and this strange period of unusually warm […]
FeaturesRecently Team VVV got a brief hands on the latest build of Ace Combat 7 – a game we’ve been hotly anticipating for quite some time during it’s publicly protracted development period. Given the positive impressions for all who have had the privilege to try it out, Ace Combat 7 is also likely to be […]
PreviewsFollowing the incredible excitement generated at the end of the first round of 2018, F1 Esports is taking the anticipation to a whole new level, and with the competition so close it still feels like the championship could go either way. Round 4 would take place at Paul Ricard, great action throughout the field but […]
NewsConcluding our initial batch of previews for Dirt Rally 2.0 we have our Team Chat, this bringing together all of our initial impressions on the announcement and proposed content. Dirt Rally 2.0 could potentially be the definitive rally game of this console generation, with a wealth of improvements and additions building on the original title […]
PreviewsThe Le Mans Esport launch took place at the Silverstone round of the WEC series, this gave a great opportunity to experience the real action and cross that bridge into real motorsport. It granted wonderful access to the pits and paddock besides a VIP view from the ever-impressive Silverstone Wing building. Besides our interviews with […]
InterviewsEarlier this year I visited the first ever F1 Esports Pro Draft, in all my years of being involved in Esports I had never seen anything quite like this. The scale of investment from Formula One and Liberty Media combined with the actual F1 Teams gave the event a level of mass market credibility that […]
FeaturesAutomotive Esports are finding their stride, with investment from Formula One and MotoGP moving the genre forward and finally displaying the potential many of us within automotive gaming already knew existed. The investment making for professionally delivered coverage and player profiles that draw in audiences while also opening the door to the world of real […]
InterviewsThis week we were privileged to receive an early hands-on the new Thrustmaster T.Racing Headset, this being the much sought after Scuderia Ferrari Edition. A set of headphones which accurately replicate the look of those used on the Formula One pit wall and very nice they are too. Over the past couple of years Thrustmaster […]
PreviewsA couple of months back, Team VVV attended the first ever F1 Esports Pro Draft and today sees the announcement of the next step in the official launch of the F1 Esports Pro Series 2018, ‘where the official F1 Esports teams will battle it out to be named this year’s F1 Esports Series Teams’ and Drivers’ […]
NewsLong the preserve of dedicated online racing, iRacing made the announcement to incorporate A.I. into a future update earlier this year, however they were at pains to stress that A.I. would not be added until they got it right. We’ve been waiting for this update for some time and now the first working A.I footage […]
NewsThe Forza Horizon 4 demo has been out for a few days and the general consensus is that Playground Games have knocked it out of the park. Graphics, sound and handling are all superbly implemented. The production value throughout is top notch. This title also benefits from being presented in several different formats and screen […]
NewsA couple of days ago images leaked from a private FIA press conference where Ross Brawn outlined his plan for the future of F1. These proposals were to streamline the development of the cars and develop a financially sustainable future for the sport which would allow the entry of more teams and hopefully, a wider […]
NewsThe new Polymega console was revealed last week, announcing compatibility with a wide range of cartridge formats, but that’s nothing new, the interesting aspect of this announcement is that this system also introduces CD compatibility, a first for any dedicated emulation console and this makes the Polymega potentially a big deal. A modular system compatible […]
NewsLast week I visited the McLaren Technology Centre for hands-on preview of a near final build of Forza Horizon 4 and took the opportunity to catch-up with Playground Games Creative Director; Ralph Fulton. Discussing the key features of the game and some of the new perhaps less well-known aspects that we can look forward to. […]
InterviewsF1 2018 has recently hit stores and been well received by reviewers, indeed our own review should be up on the site in the coming days. As ever, when lots of players get their hands on a new game, it doesn’t take long for them to find hidden exploits to expose. Today Veloce Esports driver […]
NewsHello Viewers, and welcome to the new Team VVV website. A site that celebrates our passion for racing games, but also now expands to take in a range of additional content and features for you all to explore and interact with. Besides expanding the news, we see the introduction of our new Games page featuring […]
NewsIt's fair to say we were absolutely spoiled with racing games in 2017, in what was a landmark year for the genre. In the space of just one month, we witnessed three contenders from major franchises jostle for position in a spectacular race to the finish line. After a long four year wait, Gran Turismo […]
NewsThe Isle of Man TT is, without doubt, the greatest challenge for any biker, and the scale of the circuit is one of the greatest challenges for any game developer. At over 37 miles long and consisting of 264 corners, this is a mighty challenge to be undertaken by any development team. Especially for Kylotonn; […]
PreviewsEarlier this week news emerged of the agreement for the Alfa Romeo name to return to Formula 1. Taking over the struggling Sauber outfit which in turn becomes Alfa Romeo Sauber F1. A welcome surprise, this brings back an auspicious name and heritage to the sport. It also affords the team better technical support from […]
NewsThis week sees the finals of McLarens World’s Fastest Gamer, the winner to be awarded a full-time job at McLaren as their official simulation F1 test driver. This is the first time an F1 team has opened itself up to a competition of this nature and yet another new avenue explored since the new McLaren […]
InterviewsThis week sees the launch of Microsoft’s new Xbox One X console at retail, the most powerful console by some margin and despite initial naysayers, it really does make the leap to HDR native 4K gaming. No doubt a massive marketing campaign will be in support and as part of that build-up Team VVV was […]
FeaturesPopular retro gaming YouTube channel Game Sack focused their latest video on the field of vehicular combat. A long running and varied genre, this video features some old favourites including Twisted Metal of which I particularly enjoyed the two-player mode of World Tour despite the shoddy graphics. Though a particular highlight is Rock’n Roll racing, […]
NewsThe official Facebook page for WRC The Game has just announced an amazing steam discount on WRC 7 and WRC 6. WRC 7 on Steam for 50% off, WRC 6 is also available for 70% off, through to November 1 (10 a.m. PT). A surprise sale for the best rally game released this year, now […]
NewsToday Thrusmaster officially announced their new Sparco R383 Rally Rim. Eagle eyed viewers will have already seen this in action on our E3 content along with a wealth of exciting new Thrusmaster products, and apparently this is just the beginning. You can check out our E3 coverage here: As for the new R383 rim, it […]
NewsIt is a busy time for new racing releases and along with the growth of the racing genre we’ve seen a rapid expansion in the wheel market. This year’s Thrustmaster wheels are easily their best ever with solid construction and force feedback. So, in terms of wheel preservation it is important to keep your wheel […]
NewsThis December will represent 20 years since the Japanese launch of Gran Turismo, then in March next year we’ll hit the UK anniversary of the title. Having imported the Japanese version, I was busy working in a games shop selling GT at launch. Telling everyone how good it was, why they should buy it and […]
NewsMcLaren’s Worlds Fastest Gamer has been one of the Esport highlights of 2017, and this week Logitech G held the UK qualifying event to find their local player who would go on to represent the UK at the European finals next week. Throughout the Insomnia 61 event, players have been setting times with a Logitech […]
NewsRecently we’ve seen a resurgence in classic titles being revisited, this comes as a welcome addition to the modern gaming roster. These titles hark back to a simpler age where tutorials were unnecessary, simply press start, learn the buttons and you’re good to go. These titles now being brought bang up to date with modern […]
InterviewsIt’s a dam grey day is Shanghai; the circuit is wet but with no more rain who will take the risk to start on intermediate tyres of slicks. But there is an air of excitement, the weather making for an unpredictable race in store as we still continue to learn more about these new cars. […]
NewsFollowing some close times in FP3, anticipation was high for a close qualifying session with several battles throughout the field along with a range of rookies trying to make their mark. This was a high-pressure session and not without incident. Qualifying 1: Dry weather for todays session, the cars following a running order similar to […]
NewsFollowing the cancellation of FP2 it was all hands-on deck for the teams in FP3. Dry weather but with a high level of smog and humidity, the field were quick to take to the circuit and establish their race set-up. Limited time for qualification runs at the end saw most drivers having only one stab […]
NewsRound 2 of the F1 World Championship moves to China and yet again we’ll get a glimpse of the performance from the top runners, and this time, on a circuit where overtaking is much easier to accomplish. We’ll see how the cars develop through the various session, however FP1 was largely uneventful due to heavy […]
NewsThe action starts here, a new era of F1 begins under the banner of new owners, Liberty Media. This season also introduces new regulations resulting in bigger more durable tyres, wider cards, more powerful engines and a selection of new drivers. This has created a newfound energy for the sport, change is in the air […]
NewsIt’s been an exciting start to the F1 2017 season, testing resulting in far closer times with the new regulations altering performance from being purely an engine formula, thus giving the field greater opportunities for innovation. Following this trend, the field has appeared closer during the free practice while sandbagging has been taken to whole […]
NewsMoving through the F1 weekend and FP3 will see more drivers refining their set-ups, defining race strategy and given time, perhaps a few tweaks for qualifying. The session beginning with news that Pascal Wehrlein would not be running in his Sauber, his feeling that he had not recovered from his accident at the Race of […]
NewsAfter a slow start to FP1 it was encouraging to see the Haas of Romain Grosjean straight out on track. Followed by much of the field, pushing harder on their race simulations, every lap revealing more of the speed hidden within each team. Kevin Magnussen encountering technical issues early in the session following an off […]
NewsFormula One is back, we return to the Albert Park Circuit based in sunny Melbourne for the first F1 practice session of 2017. This year sees a number of changes to the cars which are expected to alter the order on the grid while reducing lap times by up to 6 seconds per lap. FP1 […]
NewsAs long as I can remember, futuristic racing has been established as one of the staple video game genres. We’ve seen them on every platform, often pushing technical achievement to new levels. However, in recent times the genre seems to have been forgotten by the major publishers with Sony disbanding its Liverpool studio, while Nintendo […]
ReviewsYesterday Sonic The Hedgehog turned 25 years old, goodness it makes me feel older than I already am, and so Sega couldn’t let this anniversary go by without an bit of a party during the San Diego Comic-Con held at the House of Blues. By colour by name it was always going to be an […]
NewsOver the past 10 years Team VVV has worked to cover just about every racing title to some degree, and in that time we’ve seen a massive expansion within the genre. More titles, greater investment, a growing audience and all round improved stature for the genre. Driven by passion, it has taken a lot of […]
NewsSpace Pirate Trainer has been one of the most popular HTC Vive demos over recent months. The game placing the player in the thick of the action, while requiring physical dexterity in avoiding enemy fire in its use of room-scale VR. Gameplay is relatively basic, you stand in your available floor area / play zone, […]
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