iRacing Acquires NASCAR License and Expands Console Gaming Development
The racing simulation company iRacing has acquired the NASCAR license and is developing a new console game using Unreal Engine, led by Monster Games.
- iRacing has acquired the NASCAR license from Motorsport Games and is developing a new console game scheduled for release in 2025.
- The game will be developed using Unreal Engine, marking a shift from previous development in Unity.
- Monster Games, acquired by iRacing in 2022, is leading the development, leveraging iRacing's technology and resources.
- Despite expanding into NASCAR, iRacing currently has no plans for an IndyCar console game, focusing instead on potential future collaborations.
- iRacing re-acquired the IndyCar license after Motorsport Games failed to fulfill its exclusive agreement, opening new opportunities for collaboration.