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NASCAR 25
Developer(s)Monster Games
Publisher(s)iRacing
SeriesTBA
EngineUnreal Engine
Platform(s)
ReleaseFall 2025
Genre(s)Racing
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

NASCAR 25 is a upcoming racing video game simulating the 2025 NASCAR season. It will be developed by Monster Games and will be published by iRacing in the Fall of 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows via Steam.[1][2][3]

Background

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On October 5, 2023, it was announced that Motorsport Games sold the license for the exclusive NASCAR video game to iRacing. The sell was praised by many people between drivers and fans, The sale, approved by NTP, will see the license transfer from 704Games, a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorsport Games, to iRacing, which has begun developing a NASCAR console game expected in the Fall of 2025.[4] All other NASCAR-related games were delisted from online stores in the buildup to the release.[5][6]

Development

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On February 8, 2024, it was reported that NASCAR 25 would be developed on Unreal Engine, different from what was previously used in the NASCAR Heat series.[7][8][9]

The developers released videos showcasing features of the game, as well as discussing the overall development of the game. The videos were published under the name, "Dev Diary."[10][11][12]

On January 22, 2025, iRacing announced that NASCAR Xfinity Series , NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and ARCA Menards Series will be featured in the game.[13][14] They also reconfirmed the fall 2025 release date that was announced back in 2023.[15][16][17] In June, the developers held a community Q&A on the official Discord server of NASCAR, and it was revealed that there were roughly 190 licensed drivers, and over 400 paint schemes to be added in the game.[18][19]

Gameplay

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In the career mode feature of the game, Players will begin in the ARCA Menards Series, working in their backyard garage and work themselves up through the top 3 series of NASCAR.[20] Players will also be able to hire staff, and upgrade components of their car.[21][22]

References

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  1. ^ "iRacing Acquires NASCAR Team Properties' Exclusive Simulation-Style Console Racing Game License". iRacing. October 5, 2023. Retrieved July 3, 2024.
  2. ^ "iRacing acquires NASCAR team properties' exclusive simulation-style console racing game license". NASCAR. October 5, 2023. Retrieved July 3, 2024.
  3. ^ Beistad, LB (4 March 2025). "NASCAR 25, WWE 2K25 Share an Interesting Sports Game Trend". GameRant. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
  4. ^ "iRacing acquires NASCAR team properties' exclusive simulation-style console racing game license". NASCAR. 5 October 2023. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
  5. ^ "NASCAR video games to be delisted next month". Jayski. 21 December 2024. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
  6. ^ Marnell, Blair. "All NASCAR Games Will Soon Be Delisted". GameSpot. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
  7. ^ Bartholomew, Mike (November 2024). "Here's A First Look At The Upcoming iRacing NASCAR Game". CarThrottle. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  8. ^ Mee, Lydia (3 August 2024). "NASCAR Gaming: iRacing Drops Hints On Upcoming NASCAR 25 Console Game". Newsweek. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  9. ^ Augustin, Amman (22 November 2024). "Why NASCAR 25 Could Be the Answer to Racing Community's Biggest Stock Car Complaints?". EssentiallySports. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  10. ^ "NASCAR 25 Reveals Career Mode In Latest Developer Diary". Bleeding Cool. 20 February 2025. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
  11. ^ Harrison-Lord, Thomas (May 2025). "NASCAR 25's trackside atmosphere, early gameplay, unveiled". Traxion. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
  12. ^ Hayes, Dylan (21 February 2025). "iRacing announces plans for Career Mode in NASCAR '25 developer update". MARCA. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
  13. ^ Noah, Steve (22 January 2025). "NASCAR 25 to Feature NASCAR Cup, Xfinity, Craftsman Truck and ARCA Menards Series". Operation Sports. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
  14. ^ Straw, Mike (22 January 2025). "NASCAR 25 To Feature Four Official Series, Including ARCA". Insider Gaming. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
  15. ^ "NASCAR 25 announcement has fans excited after huge video game change". The Express. 22 January 2025. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
  16. ^ Landaverde, Raul (22 February 2025). "NASCAR 25 Career Mode Details Revealed". GameRant. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
  17. ^ Devine, Richard (22 January 2025). "The hotly anticipated NASCAR 25 game from iRacing will feature a new series for the first time ever". Windows Central. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
  18. ^ Ostlien, Kauy (2025-06-12). "Key Takeaways From iRacing's June NASCAR '25 Discord Q&A". The Daily Downforce. Retrieved 2025-06-13.
  19. ^ "NASCAR 25 Update Shocks Fans with Massive Driver Roster Across Every Series". Pro Football & Sports Network. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
  20. ^ Howard, Jonathan (22 January 2025). "iRacing makes major announcement for 'NASCAR 25' video game". On3.com. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
  21. ^ Eggert, Seth (20 February 2025). "iRacing Announces Career Mode Plans in NASCAR '25 Developer Update". Athlon Sports. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
  22. ^ Brown, Matthew (22 February 2025). "NASCAR 25 Career Mode Promises To Be The Most Realistic Yet". Yardbarker. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
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