Week 52 • 22 December - 28 December 2025
This week: 18 updates
Traxion.gg published a list of five driving and racing games that were largely overlooked in 2025, stating that each title deserved greater recognition despite offering solid gameplay and unique features. The article encourages readers to discover these missed titles.
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At the 2025 Gran Turismo World Series Finals in Japan, Polyphony Digital announced that the 2026 World Series will be held in Abu Dhabi, marking the first time the championship will take place outside its traditional locations. The move aims to expand the series’ global presence.
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Ten years after its release, the article reviews DiRT Rally’s rocky development, including unpaid bills and staff turnover, and explains how the game ultimately achieved unexpected commercial success for Codemasters. It features insights from Game Director Paul Coleman on the project’s turnaround.
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Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown will introduce the Lamborghini Temerario in its upcoming Season 6 update, though the release date remains uncertain. Developers indicated that two Season 5 updates are scheduled for January and February, after which the next major content drop is expected.
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The new DLC pack adds a mostly throwaway Avantador derivative, but also the home console debut of the brand’s latest mid-engined beast. The post The Crew Motorfest adds Lamborghini Temerario and Centenario Roadster via Elite Bundle appeared first on Traxion.GG.
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The iRacing Weekly Tune‑In outlines the official iRacing broadcast schedule and community events for the week of December 25 to December 31. It lists available eSports competitions and selected community streams, providing viewers with details on what can be watched across iRacing’s channels.
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The upcoming NASCAR 25 video game will receive an update that introduces the Portland circuit as a new track. The addition will be provided at no cost to players and is scheduled for release in January 2026.
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NASCAR 25 will include the majority of circuits used in the real-world NASCAR Cup, Truck, Xfinity and ARCA series, offering players a broad selection of authentic tracks from each championship's calendar. The full track list was posted on Traxion.gg, confirming the game's commitment to realism.
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Automobilista 2’s V1.6.9 update is now available for PC, adding the Pocono Raceway oval as a surprise track. The patch also introduces a work‑in‑progress new HUD version and includes the latest DLC packs for the game.
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Traxion.gg provides a comprehensive list of racing games scheduled for release throughout 2026, covering new titles, downloadable content, early‑access updates, and re‑releases expected within the next twelve months. The article serves as a reference for upcoming racing game launches.
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Former Gran Turismo champion Igor Fraga, after a successful conclusion to his 2025 Super Formula Championship season, has confirmed he will compete in the 2026 Super GT Championship driving a GT500 Honda, and has outlined a busy 2026 racing schedule.
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Reiza Studios has released Automobilista 2 update V1.6.9.0, arriving just before Christmas. The update is announced on Bsimracing, with the post titled “Automobilista 2 – Update V1.6.9 Released.” No further details about changes are provided in the brief announcement.
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iRacing’s weekly guide for December 23‑29 2025 outlines daily and hourly races tailored to members’ license levels, plus special series scheduled at set times. Participants with appropriate credentials can join these events, which aim to provide more meaningful sim‑racing experiences.
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CarX Street's latest 'Showdown' update introduces three new vehicles and a cops‑and‑robbers style pursuit mode, allowing players to engage in police chases within the game. The update was announced on Traxion.gg. The content includes a new police AI system and customizable chase settings, expanding the game's street racing experience.
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Assetto Corsa Competizione's final update is now available for download, adding official 2025 GT World Challenge liveries to the game. The new paint schemes cover all classes, allowing players to race with the latest championship branding.
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Gran Turismo 7 adds three new Daily Race events this morning, offering a full selection of racing cars in fully ranked competitions. The schedule aims to keep players engaged throughout the anticipated high‑participation Christmas week, maintaining the series’ relentless daily race pace.
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Kunos Simulazioni has released a free 2025 Fanatec GT World Challenge and GT World Challenge America season livery pack for Assetto Corsa Competizione. The bonus update adds the latest official liveries, allowing players to keep their simulation experience current with official 2025 content.
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Fanatec announced its end-of-year 2025 promotions, bringing back several Black Friday offers. The company says the deals are part of a strong finish to the year. Details are available on Sim Racing Setups' website for customers.
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