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Isle of Man 2 Gameplay & Davey Todd Interview
We’re already into the third month of 2020 which can only mean one thing: the release of TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2. Launching on March 19 across PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, the sequel to the successful new IP from Nacon (formally Bigben) shakes up the formula with all-new […]
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Watch a full lap of TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 here
We’re counting down to TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2‘s release date of March 19 and to whet your appetite we’ve got a full lap of the famous Snaefell circuit to share with you. Arguably the biggest change to the sequel to 2018’s TT Isle of Man – Ride on the […]
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DiRT Rally 2.0 review
Codemasters wowed us all when they simultaneously announced and released DiRT Rally through Steam Early Access back in 2014. This wasn’t just the latest title in the long-running DiRT series but a standalone thoroughbred rally simulation aimed to test the limits of player skill. After the somewhat underwhelming DiRT 4 in 2017, Codemasters is back […]
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Everything you need to know about TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2
We’ve been busy covering a number of aspects for the much-anticipated sequel to TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge which is due to release tomorrow, March 19 across PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC with a Switch version to follow. The sequel boasts an all-new Career Mode, the new location of Ireland, […]
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Team Sonic Racing review
It was the Christmas of 1992 when I was introduced to the first two titles in the Sonic the Hedgehog series courtesy of a shiny new Sega Megadrive (or Genesis if you prefer). I’ve always held the Sonic series close to my heart despite its much publicised checkered past. However, there has been one Sonic-themed […]
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OVERPASS developer interview
As we cover dozens of racing games every year, we always appreciate it when we stumble upon something fairly unique. OVERPASS fits this bill perfectly with its slower-paced and technical rock and hill-climbing which require an altogether different approach compared to most racing/driving titles especially so in the console market. The simulation-focused title released recently […]
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WRC 8 Chile & Monte Carlo gameplay previews
We recently enjoyed our hands-on time with WRC 8 at E3 this year. Following our previous E3 2019 preview content (seen here and here), we’ve also got a couple of triple screen gameplay videos taken from our head-mounted GoPro camera to share with you. WRC 8 features new off-road physics on all road surfaces, a […]
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First WRC 9 gameplay trailer reveals Rally New Zealand
Nacon and KT Racing have today unveiled the very first gameplay video for WRC 9, the latest official video game of the FIA World Rally Championship. Due for release on September 3, 2020, across PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC (via Epic Games Store), then on PlayStation 5, Xbox One Series X and Nintendo Switch […]
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The lights go out for the F1 2021 announcement trailer
It’s that time of year again and the inevitable reveal for the annual F1 game, introducing the announcement trailer for F1 2021. F1 2021 will also be the first Codemasters title to be published by EA SPORTS, though not a great deal of influence from EA at this stage, it is still firmly a Codemasters […]
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RiMS Racing Reveal Trailer unleashed
For many years the biking genre was dominated by Milestone who had a good decade of a biking market mostly to themselves. That all changed in 2018 when NACON entered the scene with TT Isle of Man, and swiftly followed with a sequel in 2020 along with the announcement of RiMS Racing. Little has been […]
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WRC 10 announced, all we know so far..
WRC 10 has finally been revealed, and today we see the first teaser trailer of yet another significant annual upgrade in the franchise. Following the two year break from 2017 to 2019 WRC 8 took significant steps forward in handling, stage design and overall game structure. WRC 9 continued this trend but was a far […]
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Wreckfest smashes into PlayStation 5 with new features
Let’s kick off by saying how it great it is to see Wreckfest finally getting out there and being discovered by a larger audience. Following a protracted development, it was a real joy to finally see the game released, however the 30fps console versions lacked the fluidity of the PC and some games lose more […]
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2021 Ferrari Esports Series, all you need to know
Last week saw the announcement of the 2021 Ferrari Esports Series. Following on from the success of their previous competition, Ferrari have long supported various Esport activities. Now with their achievements in F1 Esports and a great driver line-up, they have both the driver names and a growing footprint in the Esport scene. Ferrari is […]
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WRC 9 launches FIA Rally Star DLC
There is no doubt about it, WRC 9 has been a huge step forward for the series. Improving handling while combining improvements to visuals, weather, game structure and various elements. Today Nacon and KT Racing studio launch their latest DLC pack in association with Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA – the International Automobile Federation) the […]
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Wreckfest free DLC Wrecknado circuit causes a storm
Wreckfest continues to see a wide range of impressive improvements and developments, and this week sees the release of the all-new Wrecknado circuit. A free update for all players on PC, Xbox On and PlayStation 4 comprising of an impressive and imposing structure for massive smashing action. This is joined by the Reckless Car Pack, […]
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British GT DLC Assetto Corsa Competizione out now
Today Assetto Corsa Competizione launch the British GT Pack DLC featuring laser-scanned versions of the Donington Park, Oulton Park and Snetterton Circuits, creating arguably the most accurate versions of these circuits ever modelled. This is supported with more than 40 new liveries and 70 drivers from the 2019 season, together with a dedicated Championship season […]
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Forza Horizon 4 coming to Steam in March plus new car pack
News today that the ever-popular Forza Horizon 4 will be coming to Steam on March 9th. This will be welcome news to many players who perhaps don’t currently use the Microsoft App store or play anywhere features, or want to keep all of their games in as few places as possible. For many Steam gamers, […]
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British GT pack DLC racing to Assetto Corsa Competizione on PC this week!
Assetto Corsa Competizione continues to evolve and with some solid DLC packs, the game is maintaining a committed community enjoying all things GT. News this week that a British GT Championship pack would be released imminently has come as a welcome surprise. The pack has been highly anticipated for some time and now appears to […]
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Delivery battle game Drive-Buy release date announced
The indie gaming scene appears to be booming at present with a wide range of ideas supported by unique artistic visions and ever improving development tools. This week, Glitchers, a UK based, independent developer announced what is described as a ‘delivery battler’ game entitled Drive-Buy. We first saw Drive-Buy at EGX 2019, the game delivering […]
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Monster Energy Supercross The Official Videogame 4: Preview
Milestone have been busy with the two-wheel genre in recent months, with the releases of Ride 4 and MXGP in quick succession. The latter receiving a somewhat muted launch as it arrived outside of its normal release window, both are games I’ll have to investigate in greater detail now that their next-gen offerings are available. […]
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Monster Jam Steel Titans 2 announced, releasing early March
Time flies and it is almost two years since the release of Monster Jam Steel Titans. A game which showed potential but like many titles of this genre released by third party publishers, the 30fps console version + lowered detail didn’t capture me, it all felt a bit rough around the edges. So, with the […]
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Use your actual bike as a controller with MotoTrainer
Motorbike controllers are always a sticking point when it comes to gaming and simulation. Some gamers are happy with a pair of handlebars, just giving them that bike feel. However, that feel is essentially a pseudo steering wheel dressed up as a bike and has absolutely no connection to the real biking experience. Biking is […]
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WRC 9 console players receive free upgrade to next gen formats
It’s been a while coming but NACON have finally revealed the announcement many gamers were looking for to. That WRC 9 would see an upgrade to Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 via a free update for those who already own the current gen versions. Today NACON also revealed gameplay shown below running on a […]
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DiRT 5 out now!
Codemasters have been busy beavering away on all aspects in recent months to generate awareness for DiRT 5. From the early and highly impressive preview build to the many smaller Community video updates showcasing every aspect of the game tested on just about every format, with a considerable focus on next-gen performance. With the year […]
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Pacer Preview Gameplay
Pacer is one of those games that feels like it has been around forever. For the best part of 5 years we’ve seen the game evolve from Formula Fusion and then go on a journey in terms of development, with versions of the game expected since 2018. Now in late 2020 Pacer finally sees it’s […]
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DIRT 5 – Full car list revealed
Over the past few months Codemasters have been revealing ever more detail from their upcoming DIRT 5, indeed one of the most anticipated aspects has been the final car listing. What would the game include? More importantly, how many cars would there be for each location? The latter won’t be answered until we get a […]
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Dirt 5 unleashes Xbox Series X gameplay trailer
With less a month to release of Dirt 5, Codemasters are busy putting the finishing to their next iteration of this popular racing franchise. Indeed, today sees the first look at the Xbox Series X footage, this running in either 60fps or 120fps depending on the detail mode selected. Graphics are looking much better, more […]
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Monster Truck Championship, Out Now
Monster Truck Championship is out today for PlayStation 4, Xbox One X and PC, with the Switch version to follow next week on the 19th October. We’ll take a closer look at that at a later date. But first it is time to check out our preview content and brief rundown on what you can […]
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Monster Truck Championship – Preview
There’s not long now until the release of Monster Truck Championship, in fact as I write this it’s out in just under 48 hours. But there is still time to knock together a preview and reveal some of the core elements before you part with your hard-earned cash. So, let’s rev our 1500bhp and see […]
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Ride 4, first look preview video
The biking world has often not always had the love or investment of its 4 wheeled counterpart. But there is no denying that equal passion exists within automotive gaming fans to share and relive that feeling of hitting the open road on a machine that captures the emotional feelings and connection only an automotive experience […]
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Art of rally releases on PC, first impressions, review in progress
Absolute Drift gained a cult following a few years back, the simple yet intuitive nature to the gameplay worked well in capturing a scene, generating a fun atmosphere to drive around and explore the limits of your car while developing your skills. Moving on a couple of years and wee see a very early version […]
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Monster Truck Championship reveal pre-order bonuses
With just under a month till launch, news on Monster Truck Championship has been rather limited since the earlier gameplay trailers were revealed. However, at each step the game continues to evolve and both in terms of graphics and various polish to effects besides refinement of those all-important physics. Monster Truck Championship aims to be […]
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Wreckfest launches Season 2 DLC content
Wreckfest is a great game, it may have taken years to finally get here and it may have taken a wrong turn or two along the way. But despite its wonky journey, good decisions were ultimately made that set the game back on course and it has since developed a decent following. Indeed, it is […]
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Dirt 5: New York, Ice Racing gameplay video
Dirt 5 may have been delayed till the 6th November but Codemasters are still regularly showing us progress of the various elements. Today it’s another look at the Ice Racing discipline. Low grip and lots of drifting, this will form as a balance of speed and control. The New York circuit displayed here at night […]
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Ride 4 Next-Gen trailer revealed
There’s not long now till the expected release of the Playstation 5 and XBox Series X yet that didn’t stop Milestone announcing the reveal trailer for the much sought after ‘next gen’ versions of their upcoming motorbike compendium Ride 4. However rather than a simultaneous release with the current gen the option has been taken […]
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WRC 9, Preview and first impressions videos
The WRC games have seen huge steps forward in the past 5 years, now presented on a scale never before achieved. My recent feature WRC 9 – The Road To WRC looked back at some of the key titles on this journey, and in producing that content it gave me a chance to freshen up […]
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A brief history of WRC games, WRC 9 – The road to WRC
Hello Viewers! Welcome to this journey on the road to WRC 9, and a look back at some of those key titles in the WRC series as we work our way through the years to modern day. Taking in the improvements and considering the ever-expanding scale of a production like this as the technology has […]
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Win the chance to become a real rally driver with the FIA Rally Star competition on WRC 9
WRC already feature a strong Esports structure and are now aiming build on that with their latest program entitled the ‘FIA Rally Star’. This involves NACON, KT Racing and the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) coming together in delivering a wonderful opportunity for a rally fan to potentially become a professional rally driver. In many […]
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Ride 4 first official gameplay video revealed
The much anticipated motorbike extravaganza Ride 4 will arrive in October and to date the videos released have been limited in terms of content. The previous gameplay trailer didn’t give much away, now Milestone have released an official gameplay first look. I took a look at the video with a critical eye to see how […]
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Project CARS 3’s full track roster has been revealed
Slightly Mad Studios has announced the full track roster for Project CARS 3 – and it looks like players will be very spoiled for choice when it comes to picking which circuit to race on. While it’s down a fair bit on Project CARS 2’s selection of 60 racing venues, the location line-up in Project […]
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WRC 9 reveal official Japan showcase video
With barely a month till release of WRC 9 we are gradually seeing more of what the game has to offer, with the newly added stages of New Zealand and its picturesque coastal journey, the rough and rugged open landscapes of Kenya and now we move to the tight and twisty roads of Japan. Already […]
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R8 Games reveal Pacer PS4 release date trailer
Pacer is another of those games that feels like it has been in development forever. Initially launching as Formula Fusion before the decision was taken for a complete overhaul, this aiming to produce the game R8 Games always wanted. A game that met their vision and given the protracted development period, it certainly seems like […]
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Logitech reveal the G923 ‘TRUEFORCE’ sim racing wheel
In 2007 I remember getting my first hands-on a Logitech G25 and it was simply love at first sight. The design, the feedback, the feeling, the consistency. Everything just felt right, and I was able to get better times than ever before, with an intuitive response on a device leagues ahead of rivals. Indeed, it […]
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Spintires adds the unstoppable SHERP in latest DLC
Spintires is one of those games that kind of passed us by at Team VVV, it came out somewhat under the radar in 2014, then found a huge, almost cult following on YouTube. Spintires 2017 took all of that investment and success into relaunching the console game many of you will know as Mudrunner. A […]
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Fanatec confirms PS5 compatibility
Purchasing a wheel can be a big investment, in many cases it might be the single biggest investment besides your console or PC hardware. Indeed, many wheels cost considerably more than the top performing consoles, so it has come as a welcome relief today that a range of peripherals for Playstation 4 will be compatible […]
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Speed 3: Grand Prix explodes on to Switch in late 2020
Racing gaming is becoming a competitive business on the Nintendo Switch, but that doesn’t mean the top publishers have it all their own way. Indeed, many are conversions from PS4 and Xbox that are directly converted rather than built for the hardware, thus they don’t convert as well as they should and so a lot […]
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DIRT 5 Stampede Mode gameplay revealed
As the week’s fly past we see yet more glimpses of DiRT 5 in action and today it’s time for a look at the Stampede mode. Rugged off-road action in a Jimco Unlimited Truck, challenging courses and various elements in terms of the dynamic weather, note the incoming lightning storm. The various weather conditions affecting […]
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GRID Autosport adds multiplayer and wheel support on Switch
GRID Autosport is fun racing game, I particularly enjoy the intensity of the racing along with a great selection of courses. However, it always appears to cause a somewhat emotional response from fans, who either love it or hate it. Indeed, the positivity for the brand seems to have fallen away in recent times despite […]
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Motorsport Games developing game based on the British Touring Car Championship arriving in 2022
News has emerged today that a new license has been agreed with Motorsport Games to develop a game based on the British Touring Car Championship. Following various rumours over the past few months, today the official announcement outlines a release date of 2022, a year in which the sport will see a switch to hybrid […]
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Black Mercedes livery added to F1 2020 among other improvements via Patch 1.06
Codemasters are working ‘Fast’n Furious’ to develop new patches and improvements to F1 2020. Never before have they been able to launch a game so soon in season and today we see the deployment of patch 1.06. This bringing the much sought after black Mercedes AMG Petronas livery which was introduced at the very last […]
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Ferrari Hublot Esports Series announced
If I had asked Ferrari to join an Esport series 20 years ago, I would have been laughed out of the room. Indeed 10 years ago I did speak to various major manufacturers in relation to automotive gaming activity, and yes, still laughed out of the room. Even up till 2018 Ferrari were reticent about […]
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Burnout Paradise Remastered – Review
The Nintendo Switch continues to expand with an impressive roster of racing titles. The system proving that great gameplay does not always require the finest hardware if the games are developed to suit the system specs appropriately. In many ways the Switch is perfectly positioned as a home for remasters of classic titles from previous […]
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RIDE 4 gameplay trailer revealed
The latest gameplay trailer for RIDE 4 has been revealed, featuring completely remodelled bikes with working elements, and gauges. These are among the most detailed bike models ever to feature in a video game and there is no doubt they are the star of the show. In terms of full game package the list of […]
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Forza Motorsport officially announced for Xbox Series X and PC
The next entry in the Forza Motorsport series has been officially unveiled, and it’s called… Forza Motorsport. While the upcoming Forza’s name won’t be awarded many prizes for originality, the developer Turn 10 Studios is promising the game will be more ambitious under the skin. According to the Forza franchise’s creative director, Dan Greenawalt: The […]
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Decenders coming to PlayStation 4 and Switch
Going fast down a muddy hill with no motor has never been as much fun as it is in Decenders, the mountain biking title originally revealed on the Xbox back in 2018, today Sold Out and No More Robots announce the release of Decenders for PlayStation 4 on August 25th with a Nintendo Switch conversion […]
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Rocket League goes free-to-play this summer
Rocket League has been nothing short of a phenomenon. Essentially a simple concept but unlike many other small scale titles of this ilk, Rocket League found a surge in popularity, mass expansion and captivating Esports. The dev team have continue adding ideas and additional vehicles to the mix while converting just about every format. Now […]
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F1 2020 deploys patch 1.05 on PC, console versions to follow
It is fair to say that Codemasters must be pretty pleased with the reception of F1 2020, combined with a drama filled first race of the season. Now follows the grinding process or adding additional polish while squashing those troublesome bugs. Today see the deployment of patch 1.05 on the PC, PS4 and Xbox patches […]
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Project CARS 3 reveals Indycar gameplay at Laguna Seca
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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Kandagawa Jet Girls makes a splash this August
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 […]
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DiRT 5 trailer reveals raft of new features
The 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 […]
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Check out the latest gameplay trailer for Monster Racing Championship
It 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 […]
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NACON reveal first WRC 9 gameplay of new Kenya stage
With 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 […]
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RiMS Racing motorbike game announced ahead of summer 2021 launch
Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown wasn’t the only racing game revealed by Nacon this week, as the French publisher has confirmed it will soon be adding a new bike racer to its portfolio. The first title from the Milan-based developer RaceWard Studio, RiMS Racing is being pitched by its makers as a realistic motorcycle racing […]
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Assetto Corsa Competizione on PS4 feels lacking despite impressive conversion
If 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, […]
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F1 2020 – Review
For the first time in gaming history the official Formula 1 game will be released to coincide with just the second race of the real season – of course we are in unusual times and the game which we play this year will bear zero resemblance to the actual calendar. But rather than replicate a […]
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Dirt 5, All Car Classes Revealed
Following 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 […]
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F1 2020: Red Bull Ring showcased ahead of F1 season start
The Formula One season is finally underway as drivers have completed the very first practice session in Austria with Mercedes topping the rest, no surprises there then. To celebrate the revised start to the season, Codemasters has released a new hot lap video of their upcoming Formula One title F1 2020 showcasing Austria’s Red Bull […]
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Final F1 2020 build screenshots showcase highly detailed cars
Koch Media has today released a batch of final build screenshots for F1 2020. The latest title in the long-running officially licensed Formula One series will release worldwide on July 10, 2020, across PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC via Steam (the title will also release on Google Stadia for the first time). Rather than giving […]
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Project CARS 3 won’t have pit stops, tyre wear or fuel consumption
Project CARS 3 developer Slightly Mad Studios has made a surprise revelation about the upcoming racing sim: the game won’t have any pit stops or simulated tyre and fuel usage to speak of. As detailed by Slightly Mad, this design decision was made early on in the game’s development, as part of plans to place […]
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Project CARS 3 will launch on August 28 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC
Bandai Namco has confirmed that Project CARS 3 will release on August 28, 2020, across PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. Project CARS will boast 140 track layouts at launch breaking the record for the most tracks in any console racing title ever at launch. The racer will contain a total of over 200 road […]
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Project CARS 3 will launch with over 200 cars and over “140 global tracks”
Project CARS 2 was famed for its massive track roster, as a matter of fact, it holds the record for the largest track roster of any console racing game ever. Not to be outdone, Slightly Mad Studios (now working under Codemasters) has confirmed the very latest entry in the series, Project CARS 3, will offer […]
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DiRT 5 first look exclusive gameplay
DIRT 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 […]
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Destruction AllStars brings vehicular mayhem to the PS5
We are still recovering from the reveal of the PlayStation 5 console along with some truly amazing looking games. One such game that caught our interest was that of Destruction AllStars – a fast-paced arena-based vehicular combat title developed by Lucid Games which has staff who have worked on the WipEout series among others. With […]
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Nickelodeon Kart Racers 2: Grand Prix races onto consoles this October
It’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 […]
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F1 2020 preview part 2, featuring all Schumacher Deluxe pack cars
We’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 […]
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Gran Turismo 7 announced for PS5, raw gameplay revealed
Gran Turismo 7 has been officially revealed for the PlayStation 5 during PlayStation’s Future of Gaming live stream held tonight. To accompany the obligatory trailer we also got to witness some raw gameplay footage of the much-anticipated racer featuring the fan-favourite Trial Mountain track which sees its return to the series, check it out below. […]
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Gear.Club Unlimited 2 – Tracks Edition launches in August with Le Mans content
Gear.Club Unlimited 2 – Tracks Edition will be racing its way onto the Nintendo Switch in North America on August 25 and in Europe on August 27. Gear.Club Unlimited 2 – Tracks Edition will include the Gear.Club Unlimited 2 base game along with the legendary track from the 24 Hours of Le Mans as well […]
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Toyota Gazoo Racing sponsors eSports WRC offering Yaris to winner
Publisher NACON and development studio KT Racing, in collaboration with WRC Promoter, have announced that Toyota Gazoo Racing will become the presenting sponsor of the 2020 and 2021 eSports WRC competitions. The announcement celebrates Toyota’s recent unveiling of the new Toyota GR Yaris – a performance car born from Toyota’s title-winning experience in the World […]
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DRIFT21 slides onto Early Access, first look gameplay
The 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 […]
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F1 2020 Michael Schumacher Deluxe Content Revealed
Classic 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 […]
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Project CARS 3 reveal trailer teases summer 2020 release
We 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, […]
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NACON and KT Racing announce virtual TT Isle of Man Race
The 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 […]
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Fanatec announce exclusive multi-year agreement with eSports WRC
Earlier 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 […]
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Lamborghini launches Esport Competition
Today 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. […]
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We drive F1 2020’s Hanoi circuit
In 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 […]
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Extensive Patch arrives for TT Isle of Man 2
Despite 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 […]
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Star Wars Episode I: Racer announced for Switch and PS4
Catching 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 […]
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