Project Motor Racing arrives as a racing simulator built around a clear goal: recreating vehicle behavior as accurately as modern hardware allows. Developed by Straight4 Studios, the game brings together veterans from the Project CARS and GTR series to continue a lineage of realism-focused racing games. Its design reflects a commitment to physics-driven simulation rather than spectacle, a direction the studio says comes from longstanding unfinished ambitions.
A New Foundation for Realistic Handling
Straight4 Studios Chief Development Officer Kevin Boland describes Project Motor Racing as a simulator rooted in first-principles physics. Instead of relying on approximations to produce a certain feel, the game models mechanical behavior directly, including engine performance, weight transfer, and tire interaction. Boland notes that this approach naturally carries some degree of authorship, similar to how a painter leaves identifiable marks across different works. This perspective shapes the simulator’s identity while still aiming for authentic driving responses.
The Team Reunites After Project CARS
The project came together following EA’s cancellation of the Project CARS franchise in 2020. Many former developers felt the series had been cut short and reassembled under CEO Ian Bell to pursue a new path. This reunion blends experience from Slightly Mad Studios and SimBin Studios, resulting in a team with decades of history in racing simulation. Project Motor Racing inherits ideas from earlier titles while attempting to move beyond them with updated technology.
Advancing Track Simulation Through the GPU
One of the most notable evolutions is True2Track, an upgraded system based on the LiveTrack technology previously used in Project CARS. True2Track models environmental effects with greater precision, including water movement, temperature changes, and the buildup of tire marbles. By shifting these calculations to the GPU, the team allocates more processing power toward the aspects players feel during high-speed driving. Boland acknowledges that some areas, like UI polish or high-end graphical effects, may appear secondary, but he states this is a deliberate trade-off to strengthen the simulation’s core fidelity.
Built for Modding From Day One
Project Motor Racing is also designed as a platform for community-driven content. Straight4 Studios built the game with accessible modding tools to encourage users to create cars, events, setups, and force feedback profiles. A Mod Hub provides a dedicated space for sharing and downloading creations. The studio plans to expand the car list over time through official updates, while expecting modders to further broaden what the simulator can offer.
A Foundation Meant to Grow
The developers emphasize establishing accurate fundamentals first, allowing the game to expand gradually with both official content and community additions. With its physics-driven approach and returning team of specialists, Project Motor Racing aims to define its identity by prioritizing realism over visual embellishment or genre-standard presentation.
Project Motor Racing is available now on the Epic Games Store.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Project Motor Racing?
Project Motor Racing is a racing simulator developed by Straight4 Studios with a focus on first-principles physics and realistic vehicle behavior.
Who is developing Project Motor Racing?
The game is created by Straight4 Studios, a team formed by developers who previously worked on the Project CARS and GTR series.
What makes Project Motor Racing different from other racing sims?
It emphasizes physics accuracy by modeling mechanical systems directly rather than relying on assumptions, and it uses GPU-driven track simulation for detailed environmental effects.
Does Project Motor Racing support modding?
Yes. The game includes accessible modding tools and a Mod Hub where players can share cars, events, setups, and other custom content.
Is Project Motor Racing available on multiple platforms?
As of now, Project Motor Racing is available on the Epic Games Store for PC.
Does Project Motor Racing use web3 features?
No. The simulator does not incorporate web3 mechanics or blockchain technology.
