The second update diary from iRacing on NASCAR 25 shows how much attention they’re putting into this game. Dive in and see what’s coming your way.
NASCAR and iRacing recently shared the second episode of their developer diary for NASCAR 25. This episode focuses on how iRacing’s technology is helping shape the game, which is planned for release in the fall of 2025.
NASCAR 25 will be the first NASCAR game for consoles since NASCAR Rivals. This time, iRacing took over development after NASCAR parted ways with Motorsport Games. Known for its realistic racing experience, iRacing brings its unique expertise to this project.
Fans are excited to see iRacing’s touch on this new console game, though details have been limited. Here’s what we know so far.
Detailed Track Scans
A big focus in this episode was on track accuracy. iRacing’s team uses high-quality track scans that capture each track’s small details, from cracks to patch jobs. This level of detail has been a top request from fans, who are eager for an accurate track experience.
One scan shown in the video was for Daytona International Speedway. This video featured a wireframe view of Daytona’s track from the pit area. These visuals give fans a sense of the precise track layouts in the game, although they didn’t confirm if the road course version of Daytona would be available.
Realistic Car Models
The biggest highlight of the video was the car designs. NASCAR Cup Series cars, including the Next Gen models, are created with 360° wireframes and high-polygon detail. This realistic rendering style means the cars look smooth and more lifelike.
They also shared a close-up of the engine bay and a fully rendered NASCAR Ford Mustang Dark Horse. This shows that NASCAR 25 is moving away from the blocky car models of the past.
In-Game Environments
This update didn’t cover much about the user interface or game modes. However, they shared a panning view of a garage scene still in development. This garage scene seems to capture the feeling of a busy race weekend, more like the NASCAR: Inside Line games, adding to the game’s realism.
While there weren’t any groundbreaking details, this update gives fans a small taste of what’s to come. Hopefully, more updates will come soon to keep the excitement going.