
Evolution Studios’ WRC: Sideways In Style
Welcome to Mirror Mode, GTPlanet’s series that shines a spotlight on retro racing games. With rally season in full swing, we’re revisiting the first installment of PlayStation’s fan-favorite, fully-licensed WRC series.

GT Sport Daily Races: Fuji Fun and a Catalunya Challenge
It’s a One-Make week in GT Sport’s Daily Race this week, as two of the three events feature single-car fields.

Microsoft Could Combine Xbox Game Pass and Live Gold Into One Subscription
Ever since Microsoft introduced Game Pass in 2017, we’ve wondered when it would be paired up with the Xbox Live subscription. Now it sounds like the bundle deal will soon be an option for Xbox gamers.

Assetto Corsa Competizione v0.7.1 Released: Esports Support, Advanced Penalties and More
The latest version of Assetto Corsa Competizione arrived for PC sim racers earlier this week. It brings Kunos’ official Blancpain GT Series title one step closer to its eventual retail release, with a variety of improvements across various areas.

Forza Horizon 4 Wins BAFTA Best British Game Award
Playground Games has added another achievement to its trophy case. Last night at the annual British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards, it picked up the win for Best British Game for Forza Horizon 4.

Watch Volkswagen Prepare the ID R for a Nurburgring Time Attack
The Volkswagen ID R is already a record-breaker, but the brand is hoping to add to its list of honors.

This Week’s Forza Horizon 4 Season Change: A Very German Spring
Spring has returned to Forza Horizon 4 this week. The latest season change brings a batch of new events and content for players to chase after.

Codemasters Opens Applications for F1 2019 Beta Program
In a break from tradition, Codemasters is releasing its 2019 version of the F1 game series later this summer.

DiRT Rally 2.0 is 34% Off on the PlayStation Store Right Now
If you’ve been on the fence about picking up DiRT Rally 2.0, now’s your chance (at least on PlayStation 4). Codemasters’ latest rally sim is up to 34% off on the US PS Store, but only until Friday morning.

Ford Revives Puma Name… as a Compact Hybrid Crossover
Do you know what the world needs? Another crossover that fits into a very specific market segment. That’s why Ford is dusting off its Puma nameplate to slap on its latest compact utility vehicle.

Gran Turismo Sport Update 1.37 Released: H-Pattern Shifter Fix
A surprise update has arrived for Gran Turismo Sport. The fourth update in 30 days, it’s a smaller one, focusing on bug fixes and general improvements.

Celebrate 45 Years of the Volkswagen Golf with This 4×4 Country Syncro
On March 29, 1974, the first VW Golf rolled off the production line. Now 45 years later, the Golf’s production number is over 38 million. To celebrate this milestone, we’re dedicating this week’s Want to the iconic hatchback. But just any Golf won’t do, which is why we’re taking a look at one of the strangest: the Golf Country Syncro.

McLaren Grand Tourer Shows Off Production Shape, Full Reveal in May
After its initial reveal last month, McLaren has taken the faux body panels off its upcoming grand tourer. The unnamed car is set for a full reveal next month.

Apollo Intensa Emozione Hypercar Spotted In Forza Motorsport 7
This week’s Forza Motorsport 7 update didn’t just add one hypercar. While the McLaren Senna is understandably in the spotlight, another 780hp powerhouse has found its way into the game — technically.

iRacing Porsche Esports Supercup Begins April 13
Last December iRacing and Porsche announced the Porsche iRacing World Championship Series. With qualifying over, the series — now called Porsche Esports Supercup — begins in earnest in less than two weeks.

2019 F1 Esports Season Starts April 8: $500,000 Prize Pool
The official esport championship of the world’s most popular motorsport is back for a third season. Formula One has announced the F1 New Balance Esports Series will begin next Monday, April 8.

Forza Motorsport 7 April Update Now Available: McLaren Senna, FRR Tweaks and More
The latest update for Forza Motorsport 7 is now available to all players. Turn 10’s sim racer continues to evolve from the significant March update, which brought in the new Forza Race Regulations (FRR) for the first time.

Jeep Gladiator Gets Special Launch Edition and Pre-Order Contest
Day one editions and pre-orders are things we typically associate with video games. But Jeep is taking this concept and applying it to its upcoming Gladiator truck.

The Next Gran Turismo Could Feature More “Offline” Gameplay
At the recent Paris World Tour event, GTPlanet got the opportunity to sit down with Gran Turismo series creator Kazunori Yamauchi.

GT Sport Qualification Opens for Japan’s National Sports Festival
Starting today, Gran Turismo players in Japan aged six and above have their chance to compete for their prefecture on the national stage.