Overview
- NASCAR 25 will launch on October 14, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with a later Steam PC release and a Nintendo Switch version to follow.
- The new career mode lets players customize drivers and vehicles, manage contracts, staff and facilities, and navigate branching events narrated by Dale Earnhardt Jr.
- Laser-scanned tracks and iRacing’s physics engine are bolstered by developers from NASCAR Racing 2003, Dirt to Daytona and the Thunder series for enhanced simulation fidelity.
- Early playtests drew praise from drivers like Sammy Smith, Christopher Bell and Ty Majeski, who highlighted the game’s authentic handling and track accuracy.
- Featuring the Cup, Xfinity, Craftsman Truck and ARCA Menards Series with real drivers and multiplayer support, NASCAR 25 aims to reset expectations for console racing simulation.