The newest game in the franchise will launch September 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam, introducing the biggest gameplay evolution yet with dynamic track technology, cross-platform multiplayer, an enhanced driving model, burnout celebrations, a standalone game mode featuring The Chase, and an all-new Peak Performance training mode, making it the most authentic NASCAR experience ever delivered on console.
This year’s game, which features NASCAR star Kyle Larson as its cover driver, once again includes four NASCAR series – the NASCAR Cup Series, O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, Craftsman Truck Series, and ARCA Menards Series – with real drivers from each series.
Additional features include:
- New and improved game modes including an enhanced career mode with a new facilities feature and team upgrades, a standalone mode featuring The Chase, a new training mode, and cross-platform multiplayer
- Visual upgrades including improved graphics, skies, and dynamic lighting, plus better replay cameras
- More realistic racing with the new dynamic track technology, enhanced calibration tools for controls and force feedback, an improved driving model with overhauled tire and braking models, better driver AI, a particle system that enhances smoke, debris, and rubber buildup, and a 750 HP package
- New additions such as burnout celebrations, an all-new Ram truck, a new spotter (Freddie Kraft), and a trophy room
- New tracks including the Qualcomm Circuit at Naval Base Coronado, Chicagoland, and St. Petersburg
- A host of other improvements with updated driver ratings, an improved paint kit, safety violations, DNFs and much, much more
