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For the first time in two decades, IndyCar will have its own console game from late 2026 when iRacing will release a new official title backed by the series
For the first time in two decades, IndyCar will have its own console game starting from late 2026 when iRacing releases a new official title supported by the series. iRacing is expanding its portfolio by including IndyCar alongside NASCAR 25 and the World of Outlaws games, consolidating three major North American racing championships in the gaming world. In a significant agreement, iRacing Studios will launch an IndyCar title for PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam platforms. This partnership signifies a revival for fans eagerly awaiting IndyCar’s return to gaming consoles after a failed attempt by Motorsport Games in 2023.
IndyCar has a historical connection with iRacing, as the predecessor company, Papyrus Racing Games, developed popular titles like Indianapolis 500: The Simulation, IndyCar Racing, and IndyCar Racing II. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, IndyCar drivers turned to iRacing for the IndyCar iRacing Challenge, further strengthening the bond between the two entities. The upcoming game marks the latest chapter in this partnership and extends the licensing agreement for iRacing’s broader racing platform. While IndyCar has sporadically appeared in games over the years, this new title promises a robust career mode, licensed drivers, and an online multiplayer component.
Team Penske’s driver Scott McLaughlin is involved in the game’s development process, expressing his excitement to contribute to delivering IndyCar’s first console title in years. The collaboration between real-world IndyCar teams and drivers with iRacing ensures an immersive gaming experience tailored by industry professionals. Both iRacing and IndyCar have expressed enthusiasm over meeting fans’ long-standing request for a standalone IndyCar title on consoles, scheduled to debut in 2026.
