19 October - 25 October 2026 · 33 updates from the sim racing world.
An unofficial port of the arcade classic Daytona USA has been created for the Sega 32X console. The project, highlighted by Traxion.GG, showcases extraordinary results, demonstrating the game’s performance on the retro hardware despite lacking official support.
Le Mans Ultimate shattered its prior concurrent‑player record during the weekend’s 24 Hours of Le Mans Special Event, a pivotal 24‑hour test race. The achievement was reported by Traxion.GG, noting the new high number of simultaneous participants.
The IMSA Esports Global Championship returns on Sunday, October 25, for its third round of the 2026 season at Watkins Glen International. After two races in the fifth season, 52 teams will compete for two class titles, with 20 teams entered in the Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) class.
The 2026 Porsche Esports Supercup World Championship Series will conclude on Saturday, October 24, at Italy’s Autodromo Nazionale Monza. The event features 32 top sim racers, with nine drivers still holding a mathematical chance to win the championship.
Milestone’s developer stated that not every racing game should be measured against Forza or Gran Turismo, emphasizing Screamer’s distinct approach. He also explained the inspiration behind Screamer’s new single‑stick control scheme, aiming to simplify inputs while preserving realistic driving dynamics.
Traxion.gg released a guide highlighting the most exciting sim racing equipment for 2027, showcasing hardware discovered at the SimRacing Expo in Frankfurt. The article provides a round‑up of new devices and technologies expected to shape the upcoming sim racing season.
Conspit surprised the Sim Race Blog audience with a new APEX bundle that consists of the ARES APEX wheelbase, delivering 8 Nm of torque, announced recently as part of the company's product lineup and is expected to enhance sim racing hardware options.
iRacing announced that prices will remain unchanged, but the online store will now show both VAT‑inclusive and VAT‑exclusive amounts for cars and tracks when VAT applies to the buyer’s country. This change aims to give members clearer purchasing information; previously only a single price was displayed.
Rennsport’s Hypercar Expansion Pack will be released on 23 October, alongside a free update that improves graphics for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions of the game. The announcement was posted on Traxion.gg. The expansion adds new hypercar models and tracks.
Here's how to complete the ‘Sotoyama Region ’ Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6, featured within the Series 6 Week 3 Festival Playlist The post How to complete the Series 6 Week 3 ‘Sotoyama Region ’ Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6 appeared first on Traxion.GG.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer has received its first quality‑of‑life update, which expands the maximum number of players allowed in multiplayer sessions. The change increases party sizes, enabling larger groups to race together. The update was announced on Traxion.GG.
The Euro Truck Simulator 2 V1.62 Open Beta introduces three special‑edition DAF trucks, each featuring a unique paint job. These additions expand the vehicle roster for players testing the beta version, offering new visual options for the DAF brand within the game.
Traxion.gg’s article ranks the ten best racing titles available for the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, highlighting games such as Mario Kart World and Fast Fusion. The roundup provides a concise guide for players seeking top racing experiences on the new console.
GTPlanet reports that the Hyundai Elantra N TC ’24 competes in a Gran Turismo 7 online time trial on the chicane‑free Barcelona‑Catalunya GP layout via Racing Hards, occurring one week after the previous session. The article details the car’s performance and track selection.
The article outlines the Gran Turismo 7 weekly challenges focusing on the Honda Step WGN, which has just been introduced. It explains how to complete the “Circle the WGNs” task, detailing required steps, track selection, and performance criteria for players.
Welcome to the iRacing Weekly Tune-in, your guide to what is available to watch this week on the official iRacing broadcast channels, as well as some special events to watch around the iRacing community. From official iRacing eSports to select community events, there’s plenty to tune in for and enjoy. Here’s what on the schedule,
Traxion.GG’s review of The Crew Motorfest’s Switch 2 port describes the version as technically impressive, delivering strong performance on the handheld console. However, the article highlights a significant caveat that hampers the overall experience, limiting the game’s potential despite its technical achievements.
The Traxion team reports on the SimRacing Expo Frankfurt 2026 in a podcast episode. Hosts John Munro and Thomas Harrison‑Lord share their impressions of the event, noting fatigue after extensive coverage. The review was published on Traxion.GG.
The first screenshots of Euro Truck Simulator 2’s Edinburgh rework have been released, displaying the Scottish capital with high‑level detail. The images highlight updated city landmarks, road textures and lighting, confirming SCS Software’s ongoing effort to expand the game’s European map.
After experiencing job losses, undergoing a restructuring, and navigating a difficult twelve‑month period, the developers of Project Motor Racing confirmed the game will remain active and supported for the long term, according to statements posted on Traxion.GG.
Time Attack qualifying for the Big Apple Battle at Watkins Glen International is now open. The event is the next round of the 2026‑27 eNASCAR College iRacing Series presented by Logitech G. Sessions run from October 20th through October 25th, with the fastest collegiate racers earning recognition.
At the SimRacing Expo Frankfurt, RaceRoom detailed its 2027 roadmap, confirming the addition of a career mode, night racing, driver swaps and several other frequently requested features. The exclusive interview highlighted the developer’s plans to expand gameplay options in the upcoming release.
American Truck Simulator's V1.62 Open Beta introduces new Road Trip tourist boards and updated Goodyear Tires Pack liveries, providing players with additional visual customization. The changes were detailed in a Traxion.gg post announcing the latest beta content.
David Toth secured a dominant victory in the eNASCAR Euro Show Race held during the SimRacing Expo Frankfurt, claiming the eNASCAR Truck laurels. The win highlighted his performance at the event, as reported by Traxion.gg.
iRacing’s weekly guide outlines daily and hourly races available to members according to their license level, and highlights special series scheduled at set times that any qualified driver can join. The article links to full details for the October 20‑26, 2026 period.
RaceRoom will host the Alpine Sim Racing Series this year, offering competitors a real‑world GT4 test‑drive as the prize. The virtual competition aims to reward the series winner with an on‑track experience in a GT4‑spec car.
Traxion.GG published a list of fifteen BeamNG.drive tips aimed at PlayStation 5 users, coinciding with the game's console launch on 19th October 2026. The article outlines strategies for vehicle handling, crash physics, and performance optimization, helping new console players improve gameplay.
BeamNG's PlayStation 5 port will launch on 19th October, and its price is reported to be considerably lower than typical console releases. The announcement was posted on Traxion.gg, confirming the release date and indicating a more affordable cost for the game.
The SimRacing Expo Frankfurt will be held in September 2027, moving to an earlier date than its usual schedule. The 2027 edition therefore takes place earlier in the year, with the event returning to Frankfurt as planned.
Testing of BeamNG’s forthcoming PlayStation 5 version revealed three primary enhancements slated for the upcoming V0.40 update, with the article detailing each feature and its expected impact on gameplay performance and realism, while the specific details of the three key features are not disclosed in the brief.
This week’s Gran Turismo 7 Daily Races skip the popular Sugo circuit, featuring events at Montreal, Interlagos, and Suzuka. The lineup includes an Enzo one‑make race and a Super GT GT500 competition as the headline events.
The MOZA HMA150 is MOZA’s first full-cockpit motion system. On paper, it punches well above its price tag. With four actuators delivering 150mm of travel, 300mm/s of maximum speed, over 1G of acceleration and haptic feedback up to 200Hz, its numbers stack up to and exceed far more expensive systems we’ve tested. It certainly isn’t
The SimRacing Expo Frankfurt 2026 took place over the weekend in Frankfurt, Germany, and attracted more than 29,000 fans, establishing a new visitor‑number record for the event. This attendance exceeded prior years' figures, marking the highest turnout to date. The report was published on Traxion.GG.
Last updated · October 25, 2026 at 09:53 AM