Project motor racing: Giants Software Shifts Gears into Motorsport Simulation
From Fields to the Racetrack: Giants Software Enters the Racing Simulation Arena
Giants Software, renowned for its incredibly accomplished Farming simulator
franchise, is expanding its portfolio. The Swiss developer is venturing into the world of high-speed racing with Project Motor Racing
(PMR), promising a motorsport simulation experience that aims for the top of the genre.
A New Challenger Approaches: The Vision Behind Project Motor Racing
Announced in July 2024, project Motor Racing
is a collaboration between Giants Software and British studio Straight4 Studios. The game leverages the Giants Engine,known for its detailed environments and modding capabilities,to deliver a racing experience with a high degree of realism and customization. This approach mirrors the success of the Farming Simulator
, which thrives on its intricate detail and extensive mod support.
The core philosophy is to provide players with an unparalleled level of detail, a vast selection of vehicles, and robust modding tools, empowering the community to create and share their own content. this strategy has proven successful in the simulation genre,as seen with the enduring popularity of games like Assetto Corsa
and rFactor 2
,both of which boast thriving modding communities.
Release Date and Pre-Order Bonuses
Mark your calendars! Project Motor Racing
is slated for release this autumn on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. giants Software has already launched pre-orders,offering digital bonus content to early adopters. Astragon Entertainment will handle the distribution of the physical disc version in German-speaking regions.
Immersive Racing Experience: Cars, Tracks, and Technical Prowess
Project Motor Racing
boasts an notable array of content, featuring 27 meticulously designed track layouts and over 70 accurately modeled vehicles spanning 10 racing classes. From classic cars to modern GT/GT3 models and cutting-edge LMDH Hypercars, the game offers a diverse roster of vehicles from world-renowned brands like Audi, Lamborghini, and Aston Martin.
Players can compete in a thorough single-player career mode or engage in online races with rankings and structured race weekends.The game utilizes the latest version of the Giants Engine, showcasing advanced technical features such as visible G-forces, heat haze effects, and realistic brake force simulation. Dynamic weather conditions, a 24-hour day/night cycle, and the evolution of racing and drying lines further enhance the immersive driving experience.
Industry Leaders Weigh In
Giants Software switches up a gear: In the future we will not only be known as a creator of Farming simulator, but also as a publisher of Project Motor Racing. Our close cooperation with Straight4 gives me full confidence that we will provide an extraordinary experience for all racing simulator fans.
Christian Ammann, Giants founder and CEO
This is not just about driving. It is about race. With our focused approach and in our opinion, the most authentic driving model that we have ever developed, Project Motor Racing is both a bow before the rich legacy of the genre and a big step into the next era of simulation.
Ian bell, founder and CEO of Straight4 Studios