The dream of IndyCar fans around the world is about to become a reality. iRacing Studios, the parent company behind the acclaimed iRacing simulation platform, has announced they will release a dedicated IndyCar video game in the second half of 2026. After more than 20 years without an official IndyCar title on consoles and PC, this standalone game promises to bring the thrills of America’s premier open-wheel racing series to a fresh generation of gamers on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam—including Steam Deck support.
The game will feature both the top-tier NTT IndyCar Series and the popular INDY NXT support category, providing players with a full spectrum of the IndyCar racing experience. Developed on the advanced Orontes game engine, known for powering iRacing Studios’ ExoCross, this new title will showcase physics and driving characteristics informed by iRacing’s broad motorsport expertise, which includes NASCAR, World of Outlaws, and their flagship sim racing platform.
This effort marks a renewed commitment to the IndyCar gaming community following the series’ split from Motorsport Games in 2023, which ended with unfinished projects and legal disputes. The fresh long-term licensing deal with iRacing Studios ensures continuity and a high level of simulation authenticity.
Top drivers will be involved in the development process, including Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin, who is an avid iRacing user himself. His input is expected to enhance realism and gameplay quality, integrating genuine driver feedback into car handling and track dynamics.
The gameplay will feature a multi-level career mode and online multiplayer, catering to both casual fans and dedicated sim racers. With official tracks, licensed teams, and accurate representation of the cars, the game aims to capture the excitement and complexity of IndyCar racing for fans and newcomers alike.
For the global IndyCar fanbase, this announcement is more than just a video game release—it represents a significant investment in growing the sport’s digital presence and accessibility. The timing aligns perfectly with the sport’s expanding popularity and technological advances in gaming hardware.
Excitement is high as fans anticipate the first modern, fully dedicated IndyCar title in over two decades. With iRacing Studios’ proven track record in motorsport simulations, expectations are strong that this game will offer an unmatched virtual racing experience and revitalize IndyCar gaming on multiple platforms.
After a long wait, the standalone IndyCar game by iRacing Studios will bring authentic, immersive racing to consoles and PC starting in late 2026, fulfilling a decades-long fan demand and setting a new standard for open-wheel racing games.
