Sim Racing News

Week 49 • 1 December - 7 December 2025

This week: 47 updates

This overview is automatically compiled by the MySimRig AI E-Sim News Agent

Last updated: December 7, 2025 at 05:14 AM

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RaceRoom Adds DTM 2002 and 2025 Car Packs

RaceRoom Racing Experience has released two new Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters car packs, covering the 2002 and 2025 seasons. The DTM 2002 and DTM 2025 packs are now available for download, adding to the week’s influx of December game content.

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iRacing releases Porsche 911 Cup (992.2) introduction video

iRacing released a new gameplay video that features both external and cockpit perspectives of the forthcoming Porsche 911 Cup (992.2) car, previewing its appearance on the iRacing online racing platform. The video was reported on Bsimracing.

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Michelin 240 at Daytona to Conclude 2025 IMSA Esports Global Championship

The Michelin 240, the final round of the 2025 IMSA Esports Global Championship, takes place on Sunday, December 7 at Daytona International Speedway. Fifty‑two teams will compete for two class titles, with twenty teams battling for the overall crown.

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FIA F4 Global Esports Championship to Conclude with Races 7 & 8 on December 6

The FIA F4 Global Esports Championship Presented by MOZA will finish its 2025 season with the final two races on Saturday, December 6. The eight‑race, four‑event series features 39 top‑ranked drivers from three regions competing for the championship title.

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Gran Turismo 7 launches first Spec III Weekly Challenge

Gran Turismo 7’s latest Spec III update introduces a new Weekly Challenge, adjusting the existing challenge system. The update also tweaks Weekly Challenges format, and the first Spec III Weekly Challenge is now live for all players, as announced on Traxion.GG.

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Carmageddon: Rogue Shift announced for PC and consoles in early 2026

Carmageddon: Rogue Shift, a roguelite combat racer, has been announced after a ten‑year hiatus. The game will launch on PC and consoles in early 2026, marking the series' return. The reveal was posted on Traxion.gg today.

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Polyphony Digital Announces Player Campaigns for 2025 GT World Finals

Polyphony Digital announced the player campaigns for the 2025 Gran Turismo World Series live final, scheduled in two weeks. The worldwide tie‑in offers bonuses such as specific cars, in‑game credits and exclusive race events, continuing the series’ traditional reward program for participants.

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Driving All the New Cars in Gran Turismo 7 Spec III

After a lengthy two-month wait and a substantial 15GB preload on PS5, the Gran Turismo 7 Spec III has finally arrived... After a lengthy two-month wait and a substantial 15GB preload on PS5, the Gran Turismo 7 Spec III has finally arrived...

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iRacing Deploys Saison 1 2026 Build Featuring Miami International Autodrome

iRacing will release its Saison 1 2026 build on December 9th, adding new track and car content to the iRacing Online platform. Among the additions is the Miami International Autodrome circuit, featured in the upcoming preview article on Bsimracing.

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Racing Unleashed GT Simulator Highlighted on Bsimracing

An article on Bsimracing notes that sim racing ranges from affordable to extremely overpriced, and invites readers to imagine winning the lottery to afford the Racing Unleashed GT Simulator. The piece emphasizes the high cost of this particular simulator without providing further specifications.

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iRacing – Porsche 911 Cup (992.2) Preview Screens

The post iRacing – Porsche 911 Cup (992.2) Preview Screens appeared first on Bsimracing. Next week, on December 9th, iRacing will deploy its Saison 1 2026 build for the iRacing Online racing platform including the new Porsche 911 Cup (992.2). Let's check out the previews. The post iRacing – Porsche 911 Cup (992.2) Preview Screens

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Kunos Simulazioni and 505 Games Release Assetto Corsa Evo V0.4 Update

Kunos Simulazioni and 505 Games released Update V0.4 for Assetto Corsa Evo yesterday, marking the largest Early Access release to date. The patch includes the longest list of improvements yet, with finalized notes available on Bsimracing.

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Wreckreation adds crossplay multiplayer and improves handling in new update

Wreckreation's latest update introduces cross‑play multiplayer and refines vehicle handling. The studio warns the patch may be its final major release, as it faces possible redundancies without securing further funding. The announcement was posted on Traxion.gg.

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Three Fields Entertainment announces redundancies while seeking funding

Three Fields Entertainment, the studio behind Wreckreation, announced potential redundancies as it seeks additional funding. To attract investment, the company highlighted upcoming features, notably a Burnout‑style crash mode named Accident Blackspot, which was planned for future updates.

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Traxion.gg releases guide to Ferrari SF_25 ERS in Assetto Corsa EVO v0.4

Traxion.gg published a guide detailing the new Energy Recovery System (ERS) for the Ferrari SF_25 F1 car, introduced in Assetto Corsa EVO version 0.4. The article explains the system’s components, operation, and how players can manage ERS during simulation races.

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Gran Turismo 7 Spec III adds 20 engine swaps and eight new cars

Gran Turismo 7’s Spec III update introduces 20 engine swaps and eight new vehicles, among them a contemporary Ferrari GT racer and an F1‑powered minivan. The complete car list is available on Traxion.GG as detailed in the article.

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Assetto Corsa EVO v0.4 adds ten cars and five tracks

Assetto Corsa EVO version 0.4 adds ten new cars and five new tracks, featuring Ferrari’s 2025 Formula 1 car and the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The update is described as a significant step forward for the simulation, marking one of the game’s most substantial releases.

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Gran Turismo 7 launches Spec III update with eight cars and two tracks

Gran Turismo 7 receives its largest update to date, the Spec III release, which adds eight new cars and two new tracks. The update also introduces numerous features and improvements, enhancing gameplay and content for players.

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Le Mans Ultimate releases version 1.2 on 9 December 2025

Le Mans Ultimate version 1.2 launches on 9 December 2025, adding an anti-cheat system, revised track-surface physics, the LiveSteward monitoring tool, and a new engineer mode, alongside other enhancements. The update also includes additional quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes.

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Le Mans Ultimate adds Ginetta LMP3 and Paul Ricard DLC for December

Le Mans Ultimate will add a Ginetta LMP3 car and the Circuit Paul Ricard track as downloadable content on 9 December, coinciding with the version 1.2 update that introduces the next European Le Mans Series content.

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Ride 6 trailer reveals alpine dirt racing

A new gameplay trailer for the upcoming motorcycle video game Ride 6 reveals five distinct scenarios, including a single alpine dirt track designed for road‑style racing. The footage highlights the game's focus on varied environments and showcases the dirt racing experience.

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Spec III Update Introduces New Gran Turismo 7 Weekly Challenges

The Spec III update launches today, giving players a first look at the newest Gran Turismo 7 Weekly Challenges, which become available at midnight on Friday in each local time zone. The update introduces fresh content and features for the weekly competition mode.

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Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack DLC Arrives with First Hands‑On Impressions

After a surprise announcement and widespread speculation about its contents, Gran Turismo 7’s first‑ever paid DLC, the Power Pack, has arrived. GTPlanet’s hands‑on article provides initial impressions of the expansion, confirming its release as the series’ inaugural paid add‑on.

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Gran Turismo 7 Online Time Trial Receives New Content Update

Gran Turismo 7 Online Time Trial has received an all‑new update that introduces brand‑new game content. Players can now explore additional features and challenges added to the mode, requiring them to adapt to the fresh material and expand their online racing experience.

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Gran Turismo 7 Spec III Update and Power Pack DLC Released Worldwide

The Gran Turismo 7 Spec III update, version 1.65, and the Power Pack DLC are now available worldwide, arriving ten weeks after their initial announcement. The release introduces a range of new content and features for players to explore within the game.

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Motorsport Games Details Le Mans Ultimate V1.2 Update and ELMS DLC

Motorsport Games and Studio 397 released a video featuring CEO Stephen Hood outlining the upcoming Le Mans Ultimate V1.2 update. The presentation covers new features, gameplay improvements, and the forthcoming ELMS downloadable content, detailing what players can expect from the next release.

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Fanatec Starts December Sale with Up to 25% Off and 15% Voucher

Fanatec announced that its Black Friday promotion has concluded and a December sale is now live, offering discounts of up to 25 percent on selected products. Additionally, customers can apply a 15 percent off voucher to eligible items during the promotion.

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iRacing Weekly Tune‑in Announces December 4‑10 Broadcast Schedule

The iRacing Weekly Tune‑in outlines the upcoming broadcast schedule for December 4‑10, highlighting official iRacing eSports series and selected community events. Viewers can find details on live races, special competitions, and other content available on iRacing’s official channels throughout the week.

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RaceRoom delivers one of DTM’s greatest seasons

In 2002, a plucky independent team faced two factory outfits in the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters and won. According to Traxion.GG, RaceRoom has now delivered one of DTM’s greatest‑ever seasons, marking a notable milestone for the simulation platform.

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Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack DLC Launches on 4 December for £24.99

Gran Turismo 7's first paid DLC, the Power Pack, launches on 4 December alongside the free Spec III update. Priced at £24.99, the pack adds 50 new events and six bonus cars for players to the game.

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Rennsport patch improves mirrors and revises livery pricing

Rennsport released its second major patch, improving mirror detail and adjusting livery pricing. The update also addresses several community complaints noted since launch, enhancing visual fidelity and revising cost structures for car liveries. No other changes were highlighted in the announcement.

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Assetto Corsa EVO 0.4 Update Arrives December 4 with Ferrari SF‑25 and Tracks

Kunos Simulazioni announced Assetto Corsa EVO’s fourth major early‑access update, version 0.4, arriving on December 4. The update introduces the Ferrari SF‑25 as the lead of a new car pack, adds several new tracks, and includes additional features and improvements detailed by the developer.

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Gran Turismo 7 Spec III Update is Coming December 4, Preload Now Available

The post Gran Turismo 7 – SPEC III 1.65 Update & Power Pack DLC Available December 4 appeared first on Bsimracing. Polyphony Digital is getting ready to release the Free for all “Spec III” Update, alongside the Powerpack DLC, which will be the first paid DLC pack for Gran Turismo 7. The post Gran Turismo

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Gran Turismo 7 Power Pack Details Released, Launches Tomorrow for $29.99

Polyphony Digital revealed further information about Gran Turismo 7’s first paid DLC, the Power Pack, confirming its release tomorrow. The expansion will cost $29.99 and adds new content to the game, marking the series’ inaugural downloadable content offering.

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Competition Company Deploys Rennsport Update V1.1.5

Munich‑based publisher Competition Company has deployed Update Patch V1.1.5 for its Rennsport racing simulator across PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5 platforms, the Bsimracing post confirms. The release adds the latest version to all supported systems.

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World of Outlaws iRacing Pro Qualifying Series Race 4 at Lincoln Speedway

The 2025‑26 World of Outlaws iRacing Pro Series resumes next week, beginning with the Pro Qualifying Series Race 4 at Lincoln Speedway from December 2‑4. The qualifying event will determine the drivers who advance to the main race of the series schedule.

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Mason Hannagan Wins First 2025-26 World of Outlaws iRacing Pro Series Race

Mason Hannagan secured his first 2025-26 World of Outlaws iRacing Pro Series victory at Williams Grove Speedway on Monday night, becoming the third distinct winner of the season. After qualifying within the top eight, he advanced directly to the Feature and won, having previously claimed two Heat race wins earlier in the year.

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Assetto Corsa EVO v0.4 update adds 2025 Ferrari F1 car and Nordschleife

Assetto Corsa EVO's v0.4 update is scheduled for 4 December. The patch introduces the 2025 Ferrari Formula 1 car and the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit, and adds nine additional cars to the roster. Details were posted on Traxion.gg.

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KW Studios Announces 2025 DTM Pack for RaceRoom

KW Studios announced the 2025 DTM Car Pack for RaceRoom, expanding the series after the historic 2002 DTM content release. The announcement was first published on Bsimracing, confirming new DTM cars will be available in the simulation platform.

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Assetto Corsa EVO Update 0.4 Release Scheduled for December 4

On December 4, Kunos Simulazioni and 505 Games will launch Assetto Corsa EVO Update V0.4 in Early Access. The patch is described as the largest release to date, offering the most extensive list of improvements and new content for the simulator.

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iRacing releases weekly guide for Dec 2‑8, 2025

iRacing’s weekly guide for December 2‑8, 2025 outlines daily and hourly racing options tailored to members’ license levels, and highlights special series scheduled at set times that any qualified participant can join for more structured sim‑racing experiences.

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World of Outlaws iRacing Pro Series Returns for Race 3 at Williams Grove

The World of Outlaws iRacing Pro Series returns Monday night for Race 3 of the 2025‑26 season at Williams Grove Speedway. The series features a ten‑track schedule divided between 410 Sprint Car events in the first half and Super Late Model races in the second half, with open qualifying for all competitors.

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iRacing Announces Winter Derby Special Event

iRacing’s Special Event calendar showcases a diverse lineup of races, including stock cars, sports cars, open‑wheel formula cars and sprint cars, on both pavement and dirt. Participants can compete solo or with friends in team formats during the Winter Derby special event.

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RaceRoom adds 2002 DTM cars from Abt‑Audi, AMG‑Mercedes and Opel

KW Studios announced that RaceRoom will add the full 2002 DTM lineup, featuring entries from Abt‑Audi, AMG‑Mercedes and Opel. The update introduces the underdog Abt‑Audi TT‑R alongside the series’ historic Mercedes and Opel models, expanding the simulator’s classic touring car selection.

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Euro Truck Simulator 2 Sets New Steam Player Record

Euro Truck Simulator 2 set a new Steam concurrent player record after launching the Nordic Horizons DLC. The expansion boosted player numbers, establishing the highest simultaneous user count the title has achieved on the platform to date.

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Gran Turismo 7 Advent Calendar Opens First Door with Daily Races

On December 1 2025, the first door of the Gran Turismo 7 Advent calendar opens, revealing a curated selection of daily races for players to compete in. The GTPlanet article lists the featured events and encourages participants to explore the new challenges available today.

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KW Studios adds historic 2002 DTM content to RaceRoom

KW Studios announced that historic 2002 DTM content, featuring the purpose‑built racing machines from the 2002 Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters, will be added to the RaceRoom simulation. The announcement was published on Bsimracing, confirming the upcoming release of the classic series for the platform.

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