BMW Is Bringing Back the 8-Series for 2019 and It Looks Fantastic
The last time BMW had an 8-series on its dealer lots was 1999. Now nearly 20 years later we are getting our first glimpse at its new 8-series.
Forza and ACO Team Up For Dedicated Le Mans Esport Series
As thousands gather in Northern France for the 86th running of Le Mans, the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) and the Motorsport Network have announced the formation of the latest esport series. Dubbed the Le Mans Esport Series, it will take place on Forza Motorsport 7, culminating in a grand finale at the eponymous event next year.
NASCAR IGNITE: Youth Esport League Kicks Off June 20
Remember the youth-oriented NASCAR esport series from last month? Well, it’s about to start next week, and it’s got a shiny new name to go along with it: the NASCAR IGNITE Series.
GTPlanet GT Sport Photo Mode Competition 18 Now Open
Le Mans may be the big story this weekend, but our latest GT Sport photo competition is looking to the game’s native land for its theme.
Concert Goer Has an Exhausting Ordeal After Getting Her Head Stuck in a Tailpipe
You’ve probably had your fair share of embarrassing moments with a vehicle. Whether it’s forgetting to install something or losing a valuable part, we’ve all been there. However, a Minnesota woman did something truly facepalm worthy and is now a bit of an internet sensation.
BMW M8 GTE Race Car to Make Gaming Debut in rFactor 2
Studio 397 has pulled off quite a coup in the sim racing world. In a first for the genre, the upcoming Endurance Pack for rFactor 2 will feature the BMW M8 GTE race car.
The History of Le Mans in Games
This weekend marks the 86th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. It coincides with a pivotal time for the world’s greatest race. Rising costs for the top-level LMP1 prototypes have left Toyota as the only factory-backed entrant in the class. Meanwhile, organizers are busy developing a cheaper and more marketable formula to replace it that would ideally encourage manufacturers to invest again.
McLaren Is Teasing Us With Its New Car and All Signs Point to a Hotter 570S
McLaren is setting up to unveil something big at the 2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed. However, right now it’s just continuing to tease us with a series of images.
When Is a Porsche 911 Not a Porsche? When It’s the Legendary RUF CTR2
While the history of Porsche dates back 70 years, RUF is even older and closing in on its 80th birthday. That’s why for this week’s Want we’re taking a look at just one of the company’s iconic models, the CTR2.
Forza Motorsport 7 Specialty Dealer Brings the Ford Escort RS1800 and Renault Clio RS 200
Another weekly refresh for the Specialty Dealer in Forza 7 sees a new lineup of vehicles. Continuing the trend of the past three weeks, two all-new cars feature in the lineup.
Feast Your Eyes on the First Assetto Corsa Competizione Gameplay Footage
Just as Kunos Simulazioni promised, we’ve got our first look at Assetto Corsa Competizione in action. The game is on the show floor at E3 2018, giving sim racers a taste of the upcoming Steam Early Access title.
The Crew 2 Open Beta Begins June 21
Fans of The Crew 2 may have noticed a beta quietly sneak onto the PS/Xbox Stores earlier this week. Ubisoft has since confirmed (via its pre-E3 conference) that the open beta is coming next week, June 21.
Seasons in Forza Horizon 4 Change on a Weekly Basis (At Least Online)
Since its reveal, there’s been plenty of excitement around Forza Horizon 4. One of the more interesting features is the all-new dynamic seasons feature. Set in the UK, the game will change depending on whether it’s spring, summer, fall or winter.
GTPlanet Exclusive: Talking OnRush With Paul Rustchynsky
Following from the worldwide release of Onrush last week, GTPlanet has had the chance to chat with the game’s director Paul “Rushy” Rustchynsky. We picked his brain from the game’s beginnings to a potential jump into esports. Check out all our questions below to see what inspired Onrush and what it could become in the near future.
Forza Horizon 4 Gameplay Shows the McLaren Senna in Action
As you’re well aware by now, Forza Horizon 4 releases this fall. The fourth entry in the open-world racer takes us to Great Britain and delves into the four seasons.
2018 Formula One Canadian Grand Prix — Race Results
While chaos has certainly been the flavor of the 2018 season thus far, the Canadian Grand Prix was a somber affair. Following the results of qualifying, it set the stage for a return to form. Much like the Monaco Grand Prix, things played out exactly as you’d expect for the top three.
GT Sport Mileage Exchange Refresh Brings Back the Mustang Gr.3 Road Car
Polyphony Digital has updated the Mileage Exchange on its usual schedule. In keeping with the alternating major/minor updates, this week is all-change, bringing different cars along with all the other items.
Watch the PlayStation E3 2018 Presentation Here
We saw Microsoft yesterday. Today included Square Enix and Ubisoft. Now, the final pre-E3 conference is about to begin, and it’s Sony stepping up to bat.
Forza Horizon 4’s Car Pass Will Include Two New Cars Every Week
Playground Games is shaking up the tried-and-tested Forza post-launch approach. The Forza Horizon 4 pre-order content just went live on the Xbox Store, and it shows the Car Pass will be offering 42 cars with a twist.
Playground Games Confirms Forza Horizon 4 is Not Always-Online
Following the reveal of Forza Horizon 4 at Microsoft’s E3 conference, Playground Games has already given gamers plenty to get excited about.