Looks like those of you who haven't been clocking up many miles The Crew as of late may have the perfect excuse to venture back into Ivory Tower's open world US playground, as a substansial expansion pack has been announced for release on November 17th. The trailer also alludes to "The Summit," an "unofficial gathering […]
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One of Forza Motorsport 6's headline features is the long-awaited debut of weather effects and night time racing in the Forza Motorsport. There is a catch, however – it won't be dynamic, according to Eurogamer. Weather effects can be set before a race but will not change as the race progresses, so if you opt […]
NewsFollowing its reveal last month, this year's Need for Speed reboot was showcased in full at EA's E3 conference, with a full reveal trailer, some first gameplay footage and some fresh new details. As we know, this year's Need for Speed is looking like a spiritual successor to Need for Speed Underground 3. This of […]
NewsAs expected, Forza Motorsport 6 has been formally revealed live at Microsoft's E3 press conference, as long-running Game Director Dan Greenawalt and a surprise appearance from Henry Ford III presented the first Forza Motorsport 6 reveal trailer as the brand new Ford GT, which stars as Forza Motorsport 6's cover car star, was lowered onto the […]
NewsOne of DriveClub's most requested car is finally coming, as Evolution has revealed that the Nissan GT-R will be available in this month's forthcoming RPM Expansion Pack. Shown tearing up one of the tracks set in Japan, the GT-R is the first of five cars to be revealed in the RPM Expansion Pack. Meanwhile, the […]
NewsIs it really that time of year already? Yikes, yes it is: all aboard the E3 hype train! Yes, E3 has crept around once again, an event we games journalists love and loathe as we’re inundated with stacks of new game trailers, earth shattering surprises and juicy updrates on our most-anticipated releases as Microsoft, Sony and […]
FeaturesAs promised, Slightly Mad Studios have released hte long-awaited v1.4 patch the for PC and PS4 versions of Project CARS, which addresses a number of reported issues as well as boosting performance. The shaders have been completely rebuilt for the PS4 version, resulting in a "significant performance boost in some areas." Elsewhere, the anti aliasing […]
NewsOut of nowhere, Milestone has released the first official gameplay footage of their upcoming new rally IP Sébastien Loeb Rally Evo – quite a step up from their teasing screenshots of barren rally stages. The brief gameplay trailer shows a small sample of the different special stages, rally cars and game modes you'll be experiencing in […]
NewsFrom the same developer that brought you the underrated FlatOut series, BugBear's Wreckest, previously known as the tentatively titled Next Car Game, has proved to be one of the most riotously entertaining racing games of late, with its pulse pounding no rules racing and delicious damage modelling providing a refreshing change in pace from the relentless […]
NewsThe Logitech G29 wheel has been one of the worst kept secrets – every day saw new details and promotional photos practically confirming its existence. So its official announcement doesn't exactly come as a surprise. But here it is: ahead of E3, Logitech have now confirmed that the G29 Driving Force wheel, the successor to […]
NewsAt long last, it's the news DriveClub fans have been wanting to hear: a Japanese manufacturer is finally being added to the car roster. Exactly which one, however, is unknown for now, but the Nissan GTR is among the most requested cars to be added to the PS4-exclusive racer. Performance cars such as the Toyota […]
NewsSlightly Mad Studios revealed their future DLC plans for Project CARS in the form of Project CARS On Demand, a scheme that signifies their commitments to providing regular free updates on and additional content that doesn't lure players into purchasing a season pass. Part of this will be free patches with updates influenced by the […]
NewsWell, this all but confirms the existence of the Logitech Driving Force G29 wheel then. After being discovered in a product listing on the German Amazon website last week, the page has been updated with what is unquestionably official promotional shots of the peripheral, allowing us to see the G29 in far greater glarity compared […]
NewsBike racing games are something of a rarity these days, so you can imagine the relief and rejoice among motorcycle enthusiasts when Ride was first announced. Featuring over 100 licensed bikes, developer Milestone boldly tout Ride as the Gran Turismo of bike games, which is a tall claim to say the very least. The racing […]
ReviewsDespite stating they had pulled out of the console market altogether a few years ago, rumours have been suggested that a new Logitech Driving Force G29 racing wheel is currently in the works, due to be announced at E3. But while they have always been predominately marketed for PlayStation players, the Logitech G25 and G27 […]
NewsAhead of its full reveal at this year's E3 show, screenshots and details have leaked for Turn10's Forza Motorsport 6. Spotted in a post the official Japan Xbox website which has since been taken down, the screenshots confirm that weather effects (including 3D puddles) and night racing, two of the most frequently-requested features for Forza, will […]
NewsAs with any racing simulator, Project CARS is best played with a wheel such as the Thrustmaster T300. Unsurprisingly, since the release of Project CARS demand for wheel peripherals has soared significantly – particularly on console where wheels aren't as commonplace as PC, with many retailers currently sold out of popular products. German site Computerbase […]
NewsProject CARS has taken the sim racing genre by storm. Debuting at number one in the UK charts where it stayed in pole position for two consecutive weeks (apparently this makes it the first Bandai Namco-distributed game to achieve this since Ridge Racer Type 4 sixteen years ago), Slightly Mad Studios has announced that its critically […]
NewsWith the release of Milestone's Ride and MotoGP series, we've seen a recent resurgance in bike racing games. Before reclaiming the MotoGP license, the Italian developer also used to handle the SBK game series until 2011 with the release of SBK Generations. Since then, Digital Tales have reigned the rights to the SBK license, developing […]
NewsOkay, I know we've probably used the phrase "shaving off a few seconds" a few many times when describing lap times, but this is taking things a bit too far. As game tie-ins go, this one's pretty bizarre – for the discerning gentleman, we present the Phillips DriveClub-branded electric shaver. We get what they're trying […]
NewsRetro racer Power Drive 2000 instantly won us over with its futuristic car design, stylised graphics and '80s synth soundtrack that made you feel like you were driving through an episode of Knight Rider. And if it wasn't already an obvious ode to the hit '80s show that made David Hasselhoff a household name, it […]
NewsThe release of Project CARS has been met with well-deserved critical acclaim (our own review is currently in progress) across the board, but that hasn't stopped it coming under fire by players complaining about a number of bugs that are hampering the experience for some. Well fear not fellow Project CARS players, because Slightly Mad […]
NewsAs announced last week, DriveClub's v1.16 update has been released today as part of Evolution's server upgrade plans. Compared to recent patches, it's a pretty paltry update weighing in at just 0.1GB, bringing the total combined size of all the patches to 10.2GB. The most significant update are the reworked Challenges, which now support an […]
NewsHardcore racing simulation games are traditionally reserved for PC, with iRacing, Assetto Corsa, RaceRoom Racing Experience and rFactor leading the pack. On consoles however, things are very different: a racing simulation that isn’t called Forza or Gran Turismo is typically destined to fail, and even those fabled franchises lack the depth found in PC racing […]
FeaturesNext month marks the release of London developer Rocksteady's much anticipated Batman Arkham Knight, which for the first time will not only star the Dark Knight himself, but a driveable Batmobile designed specifically for the game. To generate publicity for Arkham Knight's impending deployment, a full size Batmobile has landed in a London supercar showroom. […]
NewsA new update is due to launch for DriveClub next Monday on June 1st at 10am UK time. Bringing the game up to v1.16, the update will further improve server connectivity and prepare for the long-delayed DriveClub PlayStation Plus Edition. It's a pretty significant server upgrade, as the servers used to provide the Challenges are […]
NewsOriginally released on PC before being ported to Xbox One earlier this year, bizarre part driving/part puzzler/part platformer Roundabout has finally found its way onto the PS4 in this week's PSN store update available for £11.99. In Ronudabout, you control a revolving limousine driving passengers to their destinations whilst manuevering around obsctacles. Think of it like […]
NewsGeorge Miller's Mad Max: Fury Road exceeded all expectations when it was released to universal acclaim this month. Indeed, it's hard to fault: the direction was slick, the pacing was perfect and the relentless action was exhilerating. The stuntwork was awe-inspiring, while the reliance on practical effects gave the film a gritty old-school feel that's […]
NewsOne of MotoGP 14's best new features was its Real Events mode that let you relieve, and ultimately rewrite, key moments from the real life MotoGP championship. It's no surprise, then, to see the Real Events mode return in MotoGP 15, announced in a new trailer showing some more work-in-progress gameplay. Real Events in MotoGP […]
NewsThe much-anticipated Pikes Peak Hillclimb has been added to Dirt Rally as part of a substantial free update bringing the game up to version V.0.4. The famous circuit has been recreated in DiRT Rally in two variants: the traditional mixed surface course last seen in Colin McRae DiRT and, for the first time in a […]
NewsCapitalising on the gargantuan success of the multi-million Fast and Furious franchise, Forza Horizon 2 recently had its own Fast and Furious spin-off in the form of the awkwardly titled Forza Horizon 2 Presents: Fast & Furious, a standalone expansion coinciding with the theatrical release of Fast and Furious 7 which went on to miraculously […]
ReviewsThe Logitech G25 and G27 were some of the most popular racing wheels during the last-generation. Well-made, affordable and featuring respectable force feedback for the asking price, it's no wonder there was outcry when the PS4 and Xbox One stopped supporting them. The G27 was the last racing wheel released by Logitech back in 2010, […]
NewsAs promised, EA have officially announced the next Need for Speed game. And…it’s not Need for Speed Underground, as has been widely speculated – at least not in name. Simply called “Need for Speed,” this year’s entry is being touted as a series reboot, with the aim to deliver what long-time fans of the series […]
NewsAhead of its reveal tomorrow, the first screenshot for the next Next for Speed game has been revealed. The teasing screenshot depicts a green car sporting a "Speedhunters" wheel – presumably this is the same Porsche secretly shown in the last teaser. Speedhunters is a community of car enthusiasts owned by EA. Whether or not […]
NewsSince getting our hands on DiRT Rally and Sebastien Loeb Rally Evo, we're feeling rally fever here at TeamVVV. Completing the line-up is WRC 5, Klytonn Games' first WRC game after Milestone's reign with the license spanning four consecutive games. Things have been pretty quiet since its reveal last year, but a new developer diary has […]
NewsFollowing the release of Need for Speed Rivals, EA Ghost have been working on the next entry in the long-running Need for Speed series, which has been rumoured to be a long-requested return to the beloved Underground series. Ahead of E3, EA has announced on the Need for Speed FaceBook page that all will be revealed […]
NewsMilestone haven't exactly been forthcoming when it comes to gameplay footage of Sebastian Loeb Rally Evo. However, we recently managed to get behind the wheel of a very early version of their new rally IP to bring you this exclusive first look at Sebastian Leob Rally Evo running on the PS4. And when we say very […]
NewsRecently released on Steam Early Access, Codemasters' DiRT Rally was the answer to many player's prayers. Not since the Colin McRae Rally days have we seen a rally game as pure as DiRT Rally from Codemasters – compared to recent Dirt entries, this makes a complete u-turn back back to Codemasters' white rallying roots, with […]
NewsIndie tribute games to the golden age of the arcade racer seem to be all-the-range at the moment, with ’80s and ’90s-themed homages such as Drift Stage, Power Drive 2000 and Horizon Chase all currently in development. They’ve come at the right time, too – as racing games are getting more realistic, the arcade racing genre was […]
NewsIt's that time of the month again, as DriveClub is about to unleash its monthly dose of DLC and content updates to try and lure you away from the life-hogging Project CARS. Due to deploy next week, update V.15 will reward dedicated DriveClubers by upping the level cap from 50 to 55 (a commonly requested […]
NewsThe release of Codemasters' Dirt Rally on Steam Early Access surprised us all, a back-to-basics game that traces back to the series' regimented rally roots. Being in Early Access means it's far from complete however, with plans to continually add more cars and tracks throughout the year. In the hands of Chief Designer Paul Coleman, […]
NewsA new work-in-progress MotoGP '15 trailer has landed, showcasing some of the pre-order perks included in the Day 1 Edition. The MotoGP '15 Day 1 Edition will give you access to a range of historic 4 stroke bikes and riders, plus 18 special events allowing you to relieve significant moments from the championship's esteemed history, […]
NewsArriving completely out of the blue with little promotion, Asphalt Nitro has quietly launched on iOS and Android. Asphalt Nitro is the official successor to the acclaimed Asphalt 8: Airborne – unlike last year's forgettable endless runner spin-off, Asphalt Overdrive. Watching the launch trailer, all the hallmarks of the long-running mobile racer appear to be […]
NewsRally gamers rejoice: we finally get to see an actual car model in Sébastien Loeb Rally Evo. Showcased in an all-too brief teaser trailer (remember those short Ride reveal trailers? Looks like we can expect similar teaser videos for Sébastien Loeb Rally Evo) is the Citroën DS3 with a special Record Livery, which will make its video […]
NewsSince its launch last week, Project CARS has had a successful start, parking at the number one spot in the UK charts – an impressive feat for a new IP, particularly one that's in a specialist genre such as racing simulation games. Hopefully its success will pave the way for future racing sims on console […]
NewsFour years in the making, Project CARS is finally with us. Holding a real physical copy still feels surreal. Way back in 2011, we test drove a very early alpha version of Project CARS (or C.A.R.S. as it was simply known back then), as a younger Alan took a fesity Formula B for a spin […]
NewsHere's something every hardcore racing game and Top Gear fan enthusiast needs in their life: the Playseat Xtreme Elite Top Gear Seat. It's fully adjustable if you're a giant like Alan, allowing you to adjust the incline of the seat, the distance to the pedals and steering wheel and more, and includes built-in mounts for a sequential […]
NewsSlightly Mad Studios has released the first of what promises to be several free car downloads for Project CARS: the Lykan Hypersport, which can be accessed right now on PSN, and presumably XBL and PC. Hailed as one of the most exclusive and expensive cars ever made, the Hypersport is the first car to be […]
NewsProject CARS hasn't even crossed the finish line yet in some territories, but internal talks about its inevitible sequel are already underway. According to a post on the WMD forum by Slightly Mad Studios' head Ian Bell, Project CARS 2 is already in the works and will continue the WMD crowd funding programme used for […]
NewsIt’s been a long and bumpy road for DriveClub, to say the least. What should have been the PS4’s premier launch racing title stalled spectacularly on release, subsequently crashing and burning as soon as it launched off the line. Indeed, it’s impossible to steer away from the delicate subject of DriveClub’s well-documented launch issues. Already […]
ReviewsWith the much anticipated release of Project CARS this week comes the obligatory limited edition. Available exclusively at GAME here in the UK, the Project CARS limited edition steelbook has been sold out for several months on PS4 and Xbox One, so expect to pay sky high prices on ebay – some sellers are already […]
NewsBeing a thoroughbred simulation, Project CARS is a demanding driving game for PS4 players more accustomed to DriveClub, so newcomers would do well to apply the assists. But it's not quite as simple as that: Project CARS' customisation is crazily comprehensive. There's the usual array of options for wheel users to adjust the force feedback […]
NewsThe coastal California highway track is one of the most visually stunning tracks in Project CARS. A long and winding road course that wouldn't look out of place in Need for Speed, it's certainly a contrast to the licensed race tracks that have been more prominently featured in recent promotions. But therein lies the appeal […]
NewsR8 Games’ anti-gravity racer Formula Fusion, a spiritual successor to WipeOut with several people who worked on WipeOut 3 sharing development duties, has been successfully funded on Kickstarter following its launch just over a week ago. At the time of writing, the Kickstarter campaign has 698 backers and has raised over £37,000, surpassing its original […]
NewsThe next Gran Turismo may finally feature improved engine sounds which long-time fans have been craving for, as a former audio designer who worked on the Forza Motorsport franchise has joined forces with Polyphony Digital. According to his LinkedIn page, Mike Caviezel left Microsoft Studios last month and joined Polyphony Digital to lend his expertise […]
NewsMilestone's WRC series saw numerous improvements with each iteration, but by WRC 4 the series was was lacking two crucial, commonly requested features that are an integral part of the rally experience: dynamic weather effects and night stages. Good thing, then, that we now have confirmation that both of these features will feature in their […]
NewsRetro Touring Cars have been confirmed as the final car class revealed for Project CARS. Several iconic touring cars from yesteryear will feature, including the Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth, Ford Escort MK1, BMW M3 and Mercedes-Benz 190 E of BTCC and WTCC fame – perfect for racing round renowned touring car racks such as Brands […]
NewsAs we draw ever-closer to the much-anticipated release of Project CARS, we're still hard at work blowing the game wide open ahead of release with a near-final build of the PS4 version. Here we see the PS4 version handling 37 cars on-track in a 3 lap race round Road America in an Audi R18, as Alan […]
NewsFormula Fords, or Formula Rookies as they're known in Project CARS, are an ideal entry point to the world of single seaters in Project CARS, but they're still tricky to tame, requiring smooth inputs and straight-line braking to keep them under control as they have a tendancy to spin out. Add 35 cars on track […]
NewsEvolution certainly loves to keep us busy, as another truckload of new content has been unleashed into DriveClub, courtesy of the Turbocharged Expansion Pack now available to download on PSN. Five new turbocharged cars have been added including the legendary Ferrari F40, with screenshots provided by Evolution: Ferrari F40 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Dodge Charger […]
NewsAs a showcase of its visual prowess, DriveClub's day/night transitions continue to impress. But guess what? Project CARS can do day/night transitions too, and it doesn't disappoint. Indeed, Project CARS accurately simulates the perils of racing with limited visibility as darkness falls: if you want a way to test your knowledge of the circuit, this […]
NewsIn many ways, Project CARS is a unique entity on console. While many of its selling points are expected in PC racing simulations, it's a rarity to see a racing game run at 60fps on console, let alone allow for up to 45 cars on track at once. Likewise, we're used to having the option […]
NewsMilestone has released a second track trailer for MotoGP '15, showcasing three circuits that form part of the MotoGP '15 race calendar: Gran Premi Monster Energy De Catalunya (Catalunya), Motul Grand Prix of Japan (Motegi) and Gran premio Movistar de Aragòn (Aragòn). Like the last trailer which gave us a first look at Jerez, Mugello […]
NewsWhat's that, you say? You want more Project CARS PS4 gameplay? Oh, go on then. Don't say we don't spoil you. Following our extensive look at the near final build of Project CARS on PS4 in glorious 1080p and 60fps, we're having a video blowout on Slightly Mad Studio's much anticipated racing simulation, looking at […]
NewsNew stunning screenshots for Milestone's new rally IP Sébastien Loeb Rally Evo have emerged, showcasing the dusty trials of the Australian WRC. Taken from Eurogamer Italy, the screenshots have yet to be officially released, curiously. Notably, the work-in-progress screenshots finally show a rally car being put through its paces after previous screenshots focused on the […]
NewsFuturistic racers have become something of a dying breed. While WipEout and F-Zero defined the genre at one time, the closure of Sony Liverpool Studios signaled the end of the much-loved anti-gravity WipEout series, while Nintendo seem reluctant to revive F-Zero, claiming a lack of market interest. With no sign of an official comeback for […]
NewsBandai Namco have teamed up with Explore Learning, the leading provider of English and maths tuition, to launch a competition that aims to capture the minds of the next generation of gamers, drivers and designers in honour of the launch of Project CARS. The nationwide competition, which will be open to children aged five – 14 in Explore […]
NewsThe wait is nearly over: Project CARS, one of the most anticipated racing games in years, is racing off the line in on PS4, Xbox One and PC in just two weeks time. If you like racing games even remotely, this should have you hyperventilating with giddy excitement, frankly. Five years in the making, the […]
PreviewsFrame rates are a hotly debated topic in the racing genre. But as the benefits of 60 fps are becoming increasingly apparent, expectations for 60 fps-locked console games are still not being met. After comparing Project CARS 60 fps to DriveClub's 30 fps, Ride is our latest test subject as we take a look at […]
NewsWhile our last look at Project CARS on PS4 showcased the game's impressive wealth of racing classes and a chaotic bumper-to-bumper 43 car race, our latest look at Slightly Mad Studios' much-anticipated racing sim is comparatively simple, focusing on just one car and track. In this extended time trial run, Alan discovers the simple driving pleasure […]
NewsIf like me you're a sucker for swanky steelbook collectibles, then this is for you: F1 2015 is the latest game to get the collectable steelbook treatment, and it's being sold only at GAME. Retailing for £54.99, the F1 2015 Steelbook Edition is packaged in a classy metal case and comes bundled with a 'Race […]
NewsEver since its launch, Ride has been rendered practically unplayable thanks to an unfortunate glitch that caused some serious save game corruption issues, thus completely crippling the career mode. In news that will surely make aggravated players rejoice, Milestone has now released a patch for the PS4 version to address the longstanding issue. The remaining […]
NewsThe latest 1.14 update is set to deploy in DriveClub tomorrow on April 21st, bringing with it a host of player-requested improvements, a brand new game mode and of course this month's installment of coveted car content. Along with the already-announced LaFerrari, which will be free to anyone who reaches rank 5 of the Ferrari […]
NewsFollowing its recent announcement for release in June, Milestone has released the first gameplay trailer for MotoGP '15, showcasing a number of tracks realised in the revamped graphics engine. The trailer shows footage of the Gran Premi Bwin De España (Jerez), Gran Premio d’Italia Tim (Mugello) and Gran Premio de la Comunitat Valenciana (Valencia) circuits, before […]
NewsThe release of Ride hasn't exactly gone smoothly, and that's without even going into all the numerous delays. Past Milestone games have often been bug-ridden on release, but Ride shipped with a pretty serious problem: a save game corrupting glitch that rendered hours of intensive racing redundant. Over two weeks later, it still hasn't been […]
NewsBy now we all know about Project CARS' stunning visual prowess, but it's now been revealed that the console versions will allow you to tweak the graphics settings. This of course is commonly found in PC games where hardware specifications can vary drastically and tweaking settings can help improve performance, but it's rare to find […]
NewsAhead of its much anticipated release on May 8th, Slightly Mad Studios has revealed the complete track list for Project CARS, confirming that you'll be racing around over 110 tracks across 30 different locations. According to Slightly Mad Studios, it's the largest roster of race locations to be compiled in a recent racing game, although […]
NewsWith Kylotonn Games' WRC 5 and Milestone's Sebastien Loeb Rally Evo due out later this year, 2015 promises to be a vintage year for rally fans – and Dirt 4 still hasn't even been formally announced. While Sebastien Loeb Rally Evo's marketing campaign has been picking up pace recently with swarms of screenshots showing barren tracks […]
NewsFollowing the release of the rather excellent Assetto Corsa Dream Pack, Kunos Simulazioni has announced that we can expect a second DLC installment for Assetto Corsa. Called the Bonus Pack, five new cars will be added to the acclaimed PC racing simulation. The first car to be revealed so be far in the Bonus Pack […]
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