{"id":23698,"date":"2025-08-27T10:30:13","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T08:30:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simracinghub.nl\/?p=23698"},"modified":"2025-08-27T10:39:32","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T08:39:32","slug":"iracing-studios-develops-new-indycar-game-for-ps5-xbox-series-xs-and-pc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.simracinghub.nl\/en\/iracing-studios-ontwikkelt-nieuwe-indycar-game-voor-ps5-xbox-series-xs-en-pc\/","title":{"rendered":"iRacing Studios Develops New INDYCAR Game For PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC"},"content":{"rendered":"

After years of speculation and silence surrounding INDYCAR's future in the gaming world, the news is finally official: an all-new standalone INDYCAR game will be released in the second half of 2026. iRacing Studios has been granted a long-term licence by INDYCAR to develop and release the game on PlayStation<\/a> 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC<\/a> AND the Steam Deck. The project marks a major milestone in the return of this iconic racing class to the digital realm, and promises to be a unique experience for both sim racers and console gamers worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A milestone: first official INDYCAR game since 2005<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It has been almost 20 years since Codemasters released the last full-fledged INDYCAR title. Since then, fans had to make do with mods or limited integrations into other racing games. The new collaboration between INDYCAR and iRacing Studios marks a fresh start for the iconic American racing class in the gaming world. This collaboration stems from a growing need for high-quality motorsport titles with authenticity and experience at their core.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For many fans, this is a long-awaited moment. For years, the absence of an official game led to frustration and missed opportunities for INDYCAR to raise its digital profile. With this announcement, the organisation is showing that it is seriously investing in its presence within the gaming industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Built on the Orontes Engine - not a copy, but its own game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Unlike previous simulation projects of iRacing<\/a>, the INDYCAR game will not be built on the traditional iRacing engine, but on the Orontes game engine. This engine was previously used for ExoCross and offers more freedom in game design, physics and graphics - crucial for a game that should not only feel realistic, but also be suitable for a wider audience on console. The choice of this engine shows iRacing Studios' conscious decision to take a different technical direction, aiming for more flexibility and improved visual presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Orontes engine uses modern rendering techniques, improved physics for crash dynamics, advanced weather simulation and scalable performance for different platforms, among others. This allows developers to deliver an immersive yet accessible experience that honours the unique characteristics of INDYCAR racing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What can players expect?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

iRacing Studios<\/a> has already confirmed some core features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n