Touring Karts is a kart racer scheduled to launch across the PlayStation VR, Vive, Oculus Rift, and WMR in VR form, and across mobile, PC, PlayStation 4, and Switch platforms in non-VR form before the end of the year. The title will feature four different viewpoints ranging from full VR immersion to a comfort mode […]
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Art of Rally is an upcoming retro-inspired top-down racer from the makers of Absolute Drift. Sporting a handling model that has been overhauled from Absolute Drift, Art of Rally will make for a more predictable and forgiving experience (and that’s certainly not a bad thing given the general difficulty found in Absolute Drift). The rally […]
NewsSCS Software has recently lifted the veil on their latest expansion for American Truck Simulator: Utah. Expected to launch later this year, the Utah expansion (the seventh state in the game) will give players the chance to experience its diverse landscapes, from its famous red rocks to its snowcapped mountain ranges. You can view the […]
NewsTruck Driver is an upcoming truck sim coming to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles on September 19 followed by a PC release in November. Truck driving games are usually reserved for the PC with SCS Sofware’s Euro Truck Simulator 2 and (more recently) American Truck Simulator dominating the truck driving scene, so the announcement […]
PreviewsWe 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 […]
PreviewsThe upcoming GRID reboot from Codemasters was originally due to hit shelves this September, however, the release has now been delayed to give “added exposure” to the title. The delay will see the racer launch on October 11, some four weeks later than originally planned. Codemasters have stated that buyers of the Ultimate Edition will […]
NewsForza Motorsport 7‘s post-launch support will soon be coming to an end, as the title’s final major update will be released next month. Speaking on the July 2019 edition of the Forza Monthly livestream, FM7’s creative director Chris Esaki confirmed the game’s support is being wound down so the developer Turn 10 Studios can concentrate […]
NewsBigben has today announced that FIA European Truck Racing Championship, the official racing simulation of the ETRC, will be screeching its way over to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Switch on July 18, 2019. Developed by N-Racing, FIA European Truck Racing Championship utilises the KT Engine which has been used to develop games […]
NewsLast June saw the release of the PC version of the demolition-derby style racer Wreckfest after almost five years in an early access state. PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions were due to follow in November last year, however, just one month from the scheduled release came the almost inevitable news that the console versions […]
NewsOverpass is an upcoming off-road title that puts you up against a range of obstacles both natural and man-made. You’ll climb craggy mountain sections, traverse piles of logs, and drive through rock-filled water sections as you progress towards the finish line. While several similar titles do exist on the PC market, Overpass will be coming […]
PreviewsA tweet on the official Forza Motorsport Twitter feed has suggested some Top Gear-themed content is coming to at least one Forza game next month. In a preview post for next week’s “Forza Monthly” livestream, the “Chevrolet LeBlanc Track-Tor” as devised by Matt LeBlanc for the 25th series of Top Gear can clearly be seen. […]
NewsCodemasters has revealed the first batch of cars that players can look forward to racing in this year’s GRID reboot. Of the dozen vehicles confirmed so far, half of them are dedicated racing vehicles. These are further split 50/50 between GT racers like the Ferrari 488 GTE, and touring cars such as the Audi RS3 […]
NewsAn intriguing new feature has been announced for F1 2019‘s singleplayer career mode: AI-controlled drivers will be able to transfer between teams. While players have long been able to do this themselves in various Formula One game campaigns, this is the first time a Codemasters-developed title has ever allowed the non-player controlled characters to also […]
NewsKartKraft has today received a new update bringing the Herman Tilke designed Atlanta Motorsports Park as part of build 0.1.0.1780 of the karting simulator. As you’d expect, a new gameplay video has also been released to show off the new track, and boy does the early access title look great right now. The onboard camera […]
NewsWe’re mere days away from the release of F1 2019, in light of that fact, Codemasters has released a series of small gameplay videos showcasing various aspects of the upcoming officially licensed Formula One title. The very first video showcases the much-anticipated Formula 2 content the game has to offer. In the video (below) we […]
NewsFollowing on from our recent first look, we’ve once again been lucky enough to get hands-on with a preview build of FIA European Truck Racing Championship ahead of its release next month across the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch. As the name suggests, the title is the official truck racing simulator of the […]
PreviewsFollowing on from part 1 of our E3 2019 WRC 8 coverage which focused on the beautiful Monte Carlo Rally using a racing wheel, we continue our exclusive WRC 8 analysis with part 2 which shines the spotlight on playing the title with a controller. We’re happy to report that the controller support for WRC […]
PreviewsThe very latest GRID gameplay videos from E3 2019 have emerged giving us a look at the Brands Hatch track in action. A total of two videos have been released by Codemasters showing us the Porsche RSR and Chevrolet Corvette racing cars tearing up the challenging UK-based circuit at sunset coating the whole scene in […]
NewsWe’re just a few months away from the release of WRC 8 and we are beginning to get a little giddy. To amp up our hype for the game, Bigben invited leading Esports player and US rally driver Sean Johnston and his co-driver Alex Kihurani to test a preview version of the upcoming officially licensed […]
NewsTo whet our already ravenous appetites, Codemasters has today released their TV advert for F1 2019. The trailer captures the rivalries that have emerged with this year’s Formula One World Championship, so you’ll see some exhilarating wheel to wheel shenanigans as well as some minor crashes here and there. You’ll have to soak in the […]
NewsAfter much anticipation, we’ve been lucky enough to get hands-on with the E3 2019 build of WRC 8 which is shaping up very nicely indeed. Scheduled for release in September, WRC 8 is currently under development by the French development studio Kylotonn. Rather than the usual one-year development cycle, WRC 8 essentially took a “year […]
PreviewsMere days after the announcement, Forza Horizon 4‘s LEGO Speed Champions expansion is now available for purchase. The very colourful and charming LEGO Speed Champions expansion gives players the chance to race and explore the newly added LEGO Valley in Forza Horizon 4. Players can amass brick collections to construct their ‘Master Builder’s House’ which […]
NewsWith the launch date of this year’s officially licensed Formula One title getting ever nearer, Codemasters has released the full list of supported racing wheels and controllers across all three available platforms. F1 2019 will grant players the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a Formula 2 car for the first time ever. Classics […]
NewsSCS Software has released its very latest map expansion for American Truck Simulator. The Washington map expansion, which retails for USD $ 11.99, € 11.99, £ 8.99, brings the natural beauty of the “Evergreen State” from its Pacific Coast beaches to snowcapped mountain ranges and bustling cities including Seattle and Spokane. Players, or should that […]
NewsSquare Enix today announced Circuit Superstars, a top-down racer set to launch in 2020 across the Xbox One, PlayStation4, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Formally known as Apex Racing League, Circuit Superstars combines arcade-style top-down racing with a fairly realistic driving model that newcomers and racing veterans alike can get a lot from. Circuit Superstars features […]
NewsWe’ve been lucky enough to get hands-on with BigBen’s upcoming official truck racing simulator of the ETRC, FIA European Truck Racing Championship, ahead of its launch across the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch in July 2019. FIA European Truck Racing Championship gives players the chance to get behind the wheel of a 5-tonne monster as […]
PreviewsBigBen Games has announced a surprise sequel to 2018’s TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge will be racing our way, at high speed, naturally. The publisher has today revealed that TT Isle of Man 2 will release on consoles and PC at some point in 2020. Sadly no specific release window was stated […]
NewsDeveloper Turn 10 Studios has confirmed there will be no Forza Motorsport 8 title coming this year. Speaking with IGN, Forza Motorsport Creative Director Dan Greenwalt touched on the future of the much-loved racing series. “I announced on a stream a few months back that we were shifting the weight of our studio – we […]
NewsYesterday Playground Games announced the LEGO Speed Champions expansion for their open-world racer Forza Horizon 4. The very first batch of images have since been released which showcase the colourful and magical world of the LEGO expansion, take a look in the gallery below. Launching on June 13, the LEGO Speed Champions expansion gives players […]
NewsThe PC Gaming Show is back for its fifth annual event at E3 this year. As the name suggests, the show gives us a good look at what we can expect to see across PC games in the coming months. Broadcasting live from the Mayan Theatre in Los Angeles, the show will be hosted by […]
NewsPlayground Games has announced the LEGO Speed Champions expansion for their open-world racer Forza Horizon 4. Launching on June 13, the LEGO Speed Champions expansion gives players the chance to race and explore a colourful new LEGO Valley brought to life at the Horizon Festival. You can see the upcoming expansion in all its colourful […]
NewsThe very latest iteration of Milestone’s long-running MotoGP series has released today across the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC platforms. MotoGP 19 brings several new additions to the series including an innovative and challenging new AI system dubbed ‘Neural AI’, dedicated servers, and a Race Director mode allowing you to create the perfect multiplayer […]
NewsRocket League‘s upcoming summer-long event is taking you back to the good old eighties. That’s right, the ‘Radical Summer’ event honours some of the movies, television and culture from one of the most colourful decades in history. Check out the trailer below which includes references from iconic movies such as The Goonies, Ghostbusters, E.T. and […]
NewsBesides the long-awaited addition of Formula 2 cars, F1 2019′s biggest selling point will arguably be its very pretty visuals. Codemasters has today released a fresh batch of images comparing the nighttime lighting effects between last year’s Formula One title and this year’s game launching later this month. As you can see, there are dramatic […]
NewsItalian developer Milestone has recently conducted a live stream showing off the latest iteration of their officially licensed racing game MotoGP 19. Producer Michele Caletti first talks us through the changes for this year’s title which mimic the real-world changes of the sport including a fresh new team as well as many teams and rider […]
NewsWe recently had the opportunity to get hands-on with the latest iteration of Codemasters’ long-running officially licensed Formula One series. Amongst other elements, the British-based developer has focused on the general lighting and the results are spectacular. At night, floodlights reflect on the cars in a very realistic manner, whilst the sun-drenched cockpits highlight the […]
InterviewsBigBen has recently shared a new WRC 8 gameplay video showcasing a very tight and twisty rally stage in Argentina. The beta footage gives us a look at a range of camera angles as the Citroen rally car blasts through the sun-shaded mountains kicking up dust as it goes. Around halfway through the stage, rain […]
NewsAfter much teasing of a teaser which itself teases a release date teaser, I’m happy to report that Truck Driver now finally has a release date. That’s right, Truck Driver will release across the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on September 19 with the PC version to follow on November 11. To celebrate the announcement, […]
NewsThe very first FIA European Truck Racing Championship gameplay recently surfaced giving us a good idea of what to expect when the title launches in July. FIA European Truck Racing Championship gives players the chance to get behind the wheel of a 5-tonne monster that will bite you should you take any liberties. While keeping […]
NewsAfter a string of early access updates, Assetto Corsa Competizione, the Official Blancpain GT Series game, has now officially launched on Steam. The racing sim comes complete with 51 teams, 280 selectable drivers and 14 manufacturers. Utilising the Unreal Engine 4, Assetto Corsa Competizione raises the benchmark for other racing sims to follow boasting variable […]
NewsElectronic Art’s Global Community Engagement Manager Ben Walke has today revealed that the upcoming Need for Speed title (expected to release before the end of the year) will not feature at this year’s EA Play E3 showcase. Walke wrote the following on the official Electronic Arts website, “Are you going to hear more about the […]
NewsIt 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 […]
ReviewsThe Brazilian sim developer Reiza Studios has pulled the wraps off its latest project: Automobilista 2. As its name suggests, Automobilista 2 is a sequel to the original Automobilista title from 2016; retaining its predecessor’s emphasis on showcasing Brazilian motor racing. While “all major Brazilian racing series, race tracks and manufacturers” will be represented in […]
NewsCodemasters has released a batch of images which make like for like comparisons between Monaco from the F1 2019 and F1 2018 officially licensed Formula One titles. The first batch of F1 2019 images (not to mention the trailer) wowed us with its obvious leap in terms of lighting, track surface detail, and general crispness […]
NewsFollowing the GRID announcement yesterday, developer Codemasters has released two new gameplay videos showcasing the locations of San Francisco and Shanghai. The first video gives us a three-minute look at the San Francisco track (which you may remember from the first GRID title, Race Driver: GRID, all the way back in 2008) as we follow […]
NewsWe’ve been waiting oh so patiently for the release date announcement for Truck Driver, that wait will finally come to an end “next week” according to a Tweet from publisher SOEDESCO. Also, the release date announcement is coming next week! — SOEDESCO (@SOEDESCO) May 22, 2019 To coincide with the announcement for the release date […]
NewsCodemasters has confirmed the beloved GRID series will return to PC and consoles, with an all-new mainline entry in the franchise. Much like its GRID Autosport predecessor from 2014, the new GRID strives to offer an accessible-yet-authentic racing experience; allowing players to race on permanent tracks and challenging street circuits in a variety of racing […]
NewsWe’re quickly approaching the launch date of F1 2019 and to turn up the heat developer Codemasters has released the very first in-game trailer for the officially licensed Formula One title. The new trailer entitled ‘Rise up against your rivals’ gives us a one-minute long look at various replay cameras, action shots, and pit sequences […]
NewsAs promised, Codemasters has today revealed the full breakdown of their Season Two DLC plan for DiRT Rally 2.0. Season Two brings a mix of rally and rallycross cars, two rallycross circuits (Bikernieki, Latvia and Estering, Germany) and the return of the Wales rally with improved visuals. There are a total of six pieces of […]
NewsDiRT Rally 2.0‘s latest update focuses its attention on improving the title’s force feedback for wheel users. Update 1.4.1, out now across the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, introduces changes to the behaviour of the suspension. A new ‘Suspension’ slider has been added to the Input section of the ‘Options & Extras’ menu which […]
NewsThe development process for Kylotonn’s latest iteration of their officially licensed rally game, WRC 8, is being refined thanks to the feedback from the community and the very best WRC Esports drivers. Kylotonn is gathering feedback via “community days” which give fans of the game a chance to voice their opinions on what they like […]
NewsAfter some very cryptic teasing, Milestone has now officially revealed the latest incarnation of their officially licensed motocross title. MXGP 2019 will allow players to experience the 2019 FIM Motocross World Championship when it launches on August 27 across the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. MXGP will contain all riders, bikes and teams of the 2019 […]
NewsForza Motorsport 7’s IndyCar content has been fleshed out a bit, thanks to the launch of a new free car pack. Arguably the highlights of the new content are the four, 2019-spec Dallara IR18 racing car, which will complement the 2017 season Dallara DW12s that are already in the game. Like the DW12s depicted in […]
NewsMilestone has lifted the veil on MotoGP 19‘s multiplayer features with some big improvements across the board. MotoGP 19 offers players the ability to browse the Public Lobbies list to jump into the action quickly or set up their own fully customisable Grand Prix to race with friends via the new Private Lobbies option. Milestone […]
NewsIt’s not very often an update comes along which radically alters the gameplay of a racing title so we’re more than a little surprised to learn that GRIP: Combat Racing‘s latest free update does just that. The fast-paced racer swaps wheels for propulsion in its “AirBlades” update making the game much less like Rollcage and […]
NewsElectronic Arts has reported its fourth-quarter earnings which include some fresh details on their upcoming portfolio of games including none other than the upcoming Need for Speed title. First of all, EA has confirmed (after some ambiguity) that a new Need for Speed will indeed release in 2019 for consoles and PC. According to the […]
NewsFollowing on from the original two cryptic teaser videos, Milestone has now released a third video teasing their upcoming MXGP title. Much like the previous two videos, the latest teaser includes the date of Tuesday, May 14 – presumably, this is the date of the official reveal where we’ll get to learn the name of […]
NewsDiRT Rally 2.0‘s car count tally has grown an extra couple of notches thanks to the release of the very latest chunk of DLC content as part of the title’s ongoing “Season One” DLC plan. The Ford Focus RS Rally car from 2007 and the 2008 Subaru Impreza join the car ranks and can be […]
NewsCodemasters has recently released a batch of F1 2019 images to whet our appetites for the game’s release on June 28, some two months earlier than the traditional August release window. Besides the new images, Codemasters has also revealed the box art for the Anniversary and Legend editions of F1 2019 which you can view […]
NewsRide 3‘s eighth, yes eighth, free DLC pack is now available to grab for no charge across the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. The eighth free DLC pack called “Free Pack 8” continues the trend of giving players a shiny new bike as well as yet another career mode volume which includes an additional […]
NewsMilestone has been teasing its upcoming and as of yet unannounced MXGP title ahead of its official reveal expected later this month. Two short videos have been released teasing the date of Tuesday, May 14 which we can only assume is the day the development team officially reveal the game including its name and, of […]
NewsA new batch of IndyCar-themed content is seemingly coming to Forza Motorsport 7 later this month. In a ‘Forza Monthly’ promo image posted on the official Forza Motorsport Twitter feed, the Brawner-Ford Hawk III asymmetric single-seater can clearly be seen; all-but-confirming the car will be soon be added to Forza Motorsport 7. Less than a […]
NewsItalian developer Milestone has shared the very first gameplay for MotoGP 19 before its launch in June across the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Switch. The gameplay video treats us to just over one lap of Valentino Rossi racing at Italian track of Mugello with a full grid of 22 riders. Check it out […]
NewsOverpass, coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Switch in October 2019, is probably best described as an off-road simulation title that pits you up against extreme tracks and hazardous terrain. You’ll get behind the wheel of several off-road vehicles including powerful buggies and quads from brands such as Yamaha, Suzuki and Arctic […]
NewsThere’s good news for console owners as Car Mechanic Simulator will park itself in the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One garages on June 25, 2019. Car Mechanic Simulator is sure to test your tinkering skills as you find, repair, paint, tune, test drive, and sell your cars all while you build your very own car […]
NewsFans of Formula 2 will likely be very pleased to hear the single-seater series will be officially represented in the upcoming F1 2019 game. For the first time ever in a Codemasters-developed Formula 1 title, players will have access to a Formula 2 car in-game – in this case, the Dallara-developed chassis that was introduced […]
NewsBigben Interactive has today announced FIA European Truck Racing Championship, the official racing simulation of the ETRC, will be available on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch in July 2019. FIA European Truck Racing Championship gives players the chance to get behind the wheel of a 5-tonne behemoth which will take some taming all while keeping your […]
NewsVolkswagen and Sector3 Studios have joined forces to let RaceRoom players experience the pure-electric power of the ID R prototype racer, ahead of the car’s record attempt at the Nurburging Nordschleife. In a time trial contest that runs until 24th October 2019, RaceRoom Racing Experience users will be able to take the Nurburgring-optimised Volkswagen ID […]
NewsShockrods is a fast-paced vehicular combat arena shooter currently under development by Stainless Games who are responsible for the much-loved Carmageddon series no less. The second early access PC beta for the multiplayer-focused vehicular combat title will start tomorrow, April 25 and will run for six days ending on April 30. You can currently sign […]
NewsThe very latest instalment of the officially licensed rally game, WRC 8, will hit shelves this September after ditching the traditional annual release schedule. WRC 8 will continue the shift towards a more authentic rallying experience – something we’ve seen evolve since Kylotonn’s first rally game offering with 2015’s WRC 5. Project Manager Sebastien Waxin […]
NewsFans of pure-electric single-seater racing will likely need to jump on rFactor 2 as soon as possible, as the latest generation of Formula E cars is now available for the PC sim. Available as a premium add-on, the Gen 2 Formula E car for rFactor 2 is claimed to be an accurate recreation of the […]
NewsThe Forza franchise has made its first foray into the mobile gaming market, thanks to the rebranding of the free-to-play title Miami Street. Now known as ‘Forza Street’, the new mobile game is claimed to offer the most streamlined Forza user experience to date. Perhaps the clearest example of this is the controls: players can […]
NewsThe post-release plans for arcade racing game Xenon Racer have been revealed just two weeks after the game’s launch. Two new locations will be added to Xenon Racer, along with multiple customisation parts and two additional racing teams complete with two new cars. As a token of appreciation for Xenon Racer players, the additional content […]
NewsForza Motorsport 7 players can now get an early taste of what to expect from the game’s upcoming multiplayer ‘regulations’, as the beta test hopper is now open to the public. Like the invite-only private beta hopper that was launched last month, the current race regulations testing will for the time being only be trialling […]
NewsAssetto Corsa Competizione will leave Steam Early Access in under seven weeks’ time, when the PC racing sim is given a full release on 29th May. Following an eight-month development cycle while in Early Access, Assetto Corsa Competizione will launch to the public with a broad spread of licensed Blancpain GT Series content. All of […]
NewsForza Horizon 4‘s next major update will see some very big changes being introduced to its multiplayer modes. Of the many major additions – perhaps the biggest – is developer Playground Games’ solution to prevent carnage at the start of a race. For the first 30 seconds of a PvP event, all players will be […]
NewsWhilst the career modes from the Kylotonn-developed WRC 5, WRC 6, and WRC 7 didn’t really evolve, the French-based developer has been working significantly on WRC 8‘s career mode which promises to be bigger and better than ever before. As found previously, WRC 8 will not only feature the main WRC cars and drivers, but […]
NewsCodemasters has released the first part of their DiRT Rally 2.0 “Season One – Stage Two” DLC content today with other parts to release throughout April and May. The very first part of the stage two content adds the BMW M1 Procar Rally, the Open Manta 400, and a special livery. You can view the […]
NewsFollowing on from the first part of our WRC 8 preview which included interviews from Game Director Alain Jarniou and Game Designer Benoit Gomes, part 2 of our WRC 8 preview features a team chat to the backdrop of some exclusive gameplay. The gameplay comes courtesy of our recent hands-on with an alpha version of […]
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