From Press Release:
Publisher GIANTS Software and developer Straight4 Studios today released Update 2.0 for Project Motor Racing, the largest update to the simulation since launch. It introduces sweeping improvements across every layer of the game, aimed at refining the driving experience, rebuilding the user interface, strengthening online racing systems, and revitalising long-term career mode progression.
Built with community feedback and assistance, Update 2.0 marks a major milestone for Project Motor Racing. The Japanese GT500 Pack will follow in its slipstream as the first official DLC.
Update 2.0 Highlights
- Reworked User Interface: A fully redesigned UI makes navigation faster and clearer across race weekends, car selection, and championship progression. New contextual tooltips also help players better understand vehicle setup and force feedback adjustments.
- Revamped Driving Physics: Handling, tyre behaviour, and electronic driver aids have been refined across multiple car classes, delivering more progressive grip behaviour, improved braking stability, and clearer feedback through both wheels and controllers.
- Robust Online Racing: Online systems have been upgraded with improved anti-cheat protection, better session management, and the introduction of a License Points system designed to encourage cleaner racing in ranked multiplayer events. Ranked racing will now also feature all car classes (including DLC) beginning April 1.
- Engaging Career Mode: Career has been refined to provide clearer progression and a stronger sense of long-term motorsport development. Update 2.0 introduces improved event presentation, updated race messaging, new sponsor integrations including real-world motorsport brands, podium ceremonies, trophies, and more.
- Visual Improvements and Technical Stability: Update 2.0 also brings a range of improvements to visuals, performance, and technical stability. Lighting and graphical fidelity have been enhanced. Under the hood, significant improvements have been made to stability and performance, helping ensure a smoother and more consistent experience during races.
Renewed Focus on the Future
“While the launch had its challenges, we were stepping in more actively from the publishing side to help realize the game’s full potential” comments Boris Stefan, CSO at GIANTS Software. “We remain confident in the project and are launching a limited-time promotion starting today, offering up to 50% off to invite more racing fans to experience Project Motor Racing on their own in its Version 2.0.”
Kevin Boland, CDO at Straight4 Studios: “Following the mixed reception to Project Motor Racing’s launch last November, the team at Straight4 Studios has been working closely with the wider sim racing community to improve the experience, patch by patch. Those months of feedback, testing, and iteration now culminate in Update 2.0 that represents a line in the sand for us – the moment where we solidify the base experience and begin working on the future.”
The Japanese GT500 Pack makes Project Motor Racing the first simulation to ever feature five modern SUPER GT GT500 machines alongside four iconic JGTC-era cars, including icons such as the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) JGTC, and Nissan Fairlady Z (Z33) JGTC, plus a Japanese circuit.
Project Motor Racing is available for PC, PlayStation® 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with the Update 2.0 patch being rolled out today. The Japanese GT500 Pack will be released on March 31st on digital channels. A Year 1 Season Pass is available and includes the Japanese GT500 Pack and more content to be released in 2026 – fans save up to 30% compared to buying all content separately. Visit giants-software.com, Straight4.com, ProjectMotorRacing.com, and the GIANTS Software press area for more information.
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