You can trace the origins of GRID back to the TOCA: Race Driver series which first hit the shelves back in 2002. TOCA: Race Driver started the tradition of giving players a range of different racing disciplines that they can dip in and out of. Race Driver: GRID continued this ethos in 2008 and went […]
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MX Vs ATV is one of those brands that fans consistently support. It garnered a loyal following based on past iterations and at its core there is always a fun racing game to enjoy. Often there is a similar trait of somewhat dated graphics combined with arcade elements. Moving onto MX Vs ATV Legends and […]
ReviewsWorld Superbikes has always held a very special place in the hearts of motorbikes fans. There is a very status to these guys that is grounded and quite unlike anything else. Their ability to take commercially available sports bikes and take them to the limit, seeing the bikes wobbling through corners as the riders straddle […]
NewsDakar released in 2018 was a much sought after title for an epic racing event which undoubtedly deserves more recognition among both sports and motor racing fans alike. Dakar 2018 had some good ideas and lofty ambitions, but ultimately wasn’t in a place to meet the expectations of gamers. With wonky physics, complex map system, […]
NewsA surprise announcement this weekend, Redout 2 will be releasing in 2022. Sequel to Redout (2016), an underrated and somewhat underappreciated title. Redout won our VVV award for Best Indie Racing Game in 2017. An ambitious title with silky smooth fluid visuals of circuits visualised in a vast scale. Redout introduced an innovative and unique […]
NewsGRID is back, and this time it could finally be the sequel fans have been waiting for. GRID Legends returns to the world of gaming in February 2022 and the package will be bigger than ever. But the first challenge with be communicating the game style to fans and proving its worth. A lot has […]
PreviewsWRC 10 is a game that has exceeded expectations and continues to impress, especially given the year on year nature of the title and the limited time available for overall improvements. This is testament to the Nacon / Kylotonn development team and their R&D departments, in work, planning, overall logistics and ultimately the execution. They […]
NewsForza Horizon 5 has arguably become the leading racing gaming franchise for Xbox over the past few years. The huge success of Forza Horizon 4 cannot be understated and though not a game I found terribly involving, it did appeal to casual gamers on a large scale. On comes Forza Horizon 5, the announcement mere […]
NewsRiMS Racing has been a bit of a blast out of nowhere these past few months, developed by a studio entering into its maiden project. This has been a hugely ambitious undertaking for the newly formed Raceward Studio who have signed up with NACON to build a much needed new competitor to the biking market. […]
InterviewsRiMS Racing is all about the bikes and though the selection on paper is comparatively small, they are packed to the rafters with detail. Literally hundreds of parts that be exchanged, repaired, optimised in making your bike the best it can be. This detailed experience all adds in building a connection with your bike and […]
NewsF1 2021 has swiftly come round again for another lap and finally it is time to dive into this years title, what will Codemasters have in store and can we see the first influences of the impact from EA? Let’s explore the potential improvements and general cohesion of the package, is F1 2021 a step […]
ReviewsExciting news today as Motorsport Games have revealed that an official IndyCar game is in development with a launch aimed at 2023, for XBox S/X, PS4/5 and PC. IndyCar is without doubt one of the most exciting open wheel series out there. Effectively a spec series with the core deficiencies being the Honda or Chevrolet […]
NewsSince the announcement last summer RiMS Racing has been teasing us with small glimpses of it’s potential, but given this is a new studio with a new IP, how good can this title possibly be? The trailers have looked awfully impressive though pre-rendered, hence we now take these with a pinch of salt. But the […]
PreviewsIt’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 […]
NewsFor 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 […]
NewsWRC 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 […]
NewsLast 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 […]
NewsThere 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 […]
NewsWreckfest 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, […]
NewsToday 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 […]
NewsNews 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, […]
NewsAssetto 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 […]
NewsThe 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 […]
NewsMilestone 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. […]
PreviewsTime 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 […]
NewsMotorbike 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 […]
NewsIt’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 […]
NewsCodemasters 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 […]
NewsPacer 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 […]
PreviewsOver 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 […]
NewsWith 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 […]
NewsMonster 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 […]
NewsThere’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 […]
PreviewsThe 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 […]
PreviewsAbsolute 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 […]
ReviewsWith 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 […]
NewsWreckfest 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 […]
NewsDirt 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 […]
NewsThere’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 […]
NewsThe 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 […]
PreviewsHello 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 […]
FeaturesWRC 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 […]
NewsThe 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 […]
NewsSlightly 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 […]
NewsWith 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 […]
NewsPacer 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 […]
NewsSpintires 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 […]
NewsAs 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 […]
NewsNews 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 […]
NewsCodemasters 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 […]
NewsIf 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 […]
NewsThe 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 […]
NewsThe 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 […]
NewsGoing 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 […]
NewsRocket 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 […]
NewsIt 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 […]
NewsWith 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, […]
NewsThere 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 […]
NewsTest 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 […]
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, […]
NewsFor 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 […]
ReviewsFollowing 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 […]
NewsThe 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 […]
NewsKoch 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 […]
NewsProject 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 […]
NewsBandai 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 […]
NewsProject 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 […]
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 […]
PreviewsWe’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 […]
PreviewsPublisher 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 […]
NewsThe 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. […]
NewsIn 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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