This Week in RaceRoom The DTM Esports Community Cup continues at Adria, a fresh Ranked Multiplayer schedule is live, and the current Time Attack challenges enter their second week. Here is what is happening in and around RaceRoom this week. DTM Esports Community Cup Heads to Adri
This Week in RaceRoom
The DTM Esports Community Cup continues at Adria, a fresh Ranked Multiplayer schedule is live, and the current Time Attack challenges enter their second week.
Here is what is happening in and around RaceRoom this week.
DTM Esports Community Cup Heads to Adria
Following the opening round at Spa-Francorchamps, the DTM Esports Community Cup 2026 continues this Thursday, September 17, at Adria Full Circuit 2003.
Drivers will once again take on a 60-minute race in the DTM 2026 cars, using fixed setups and making one mandatory pit stop for four tyres.
DTM tickets for the Hockenheim season finale, DTM merchandise and vRP prizes are waiting for the championship’s top performers.
DTM 2026 at Adria is also featured in this week’s Ranked schedule and the current Time Attack competitions, giving drivers plenty of opportunities to prepare for Thursday’s race.
A Fresh Ranked Schedule Is Live
Week 38 brings a new selection of Sprint, Feature and Weekly Races to Ranked Multiplayer.
Highlights include Super Touring at Hungaroring, DTM 2026 at Adria, Formula 4 at Zhuhai and GT4 at MotorLand Aragón.
Longer challenges include DTM machinery at Motegi, GT3 and DTM 2026 cars together at the Nordschleife, WTCC at Vålerbanen and LMDH plus GT3 multiclass racing at Indianapolis.
Check the in-game Ranked Multiplayer menu for the complete schedule, race formats and starting times.
Community Spotlight
Screenshot of the Week
This week’s featured screenshot comes from BenniRWB03, capturing two NSU TTS cars battling side by side at Zolder.
Featured Community Video
Our featured video comes from MS Media, taking the Alpine A110 Cup through the streets of Macau with a competition-winning hotlap.
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Changelog Download size = 1.8 GB Client version = 0.9.8.25 Client BuildID = 25259785 New sounds from Sachsenring DTM test days for: Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT3 EVO DTM, Ford Mustang GT3 EVO DTM and Lamborghini Temerario GT3 DTM New sounds for the BMW M3 GT2 ( 2012 ) New sounds f
The DTM Esports Community Cup begins this week, the final hours of FIA Hill Climb qualification are ticking away, and fresh Ranked Multiplayer and Time Attack schedules are now live. Here is what is happening in and around RaceRoom this week. DTM Esports Community Cup Starts Thur
The DTM Esports Community Cup begins this week, the final hours of FIA Hill Climb qualification are ticking away, and fresh Ranked Multiplayer and Time Attack schedules are now live.
Here is what is happening in and around RaceRoom this week.
DTM Esports Community Cup Starts Thursday
Race your way to Hockenheim!
The DTM Esports Community Cup 2026 begins this Thursday, September 10, with the opening round at Spa-Francorchamps.
The championship features four weekly rounds using the DTM 2026 cars:
September 10: Spa GP
September 17: Adria Full Circuit 2003
September 24: Assen GP
October 1: Estoril GP
Each event features a 60-minute race with fixed setups and one mandatory pit stop for four tyres.
DTM tickets for the Hockenheim season finale, DTM merchandise and vRP prizes are waiting for the championship’s top performers.
Conveniently, DTM 2026 at Spa is also part of this week’s Ranked Multiplayer schedule, giving you the perfect opportunity to prepare for Thursday’s opening round.
Final Hours of FIA Hill Climb Qualification
This is your final chance to qualify for the FIA Esports European Hill Climb Cup.
Take on the free Online Qualification and fight for one of eight places at the on-site final in Luxembourg, where an official FIA Esports title will be decided.
No licence or in-game purchase is required to enter the Online Qualification. One registered participant will also win a Next Level Racing GTElite Wheel Plate Edition through the competition’s prize draw.
Online Qualification closes today, September 7 at 23:59 GMT.
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This Week in RaceRoom A fresh Ranked Multiplayer schedule is live, and two major competitions are approaching their closing dates. Here is what is happening in and around RaceRoom this week. Final Week of FIA Hill Climb Qualification This is your final week to qualify for the FIA
This Week in RaceRoom
A fresh Ranked Multiplayer schedule is live, and two major competitions are approaching their closing dates.
Here is what is happening in and around RaceRoom this week.
Take on the free Online Qualification in RaceRoom and fight for one of eight places at the on-site final in Luxembourg, where an official FIA Esports title will be decided.
No licence or in-game purchase is required to enter the Online Qualification. One registered participant will also win a Next Level Racing GTElite Wheel Plate Edition through the competition’s prize draw.
Online Qualification closes on September 7 at 23:59 GMT.
Week 36 brings a new selection of Sprint, Feature and Weekly Races to Ranked Multiplayer.
Highlights include F3 at Mid-Ohio, Hypercars at Road America, DTM 2026 at Imola and Porsche Cup machinery around the Nürburgring 24h layout.
The weekend brings some proper heavy metal, with Group C and GTO cars at Silverstone Classic, DTM 1992 and DTM 1995 at the Nordschleife, and LMDH plus GT3 multiclass racing at Monza.
Check the in-game Ranked Multiplayer menu for the complete schedule, race formats and starting times.
Community Spotlight
Screenshot of the Week
Captured by BorgirLizzyKavanagh
Featured Community Video
This week’s featured video comes from RIG RACING, showcasing Super Touring at its best in RaceRoom.
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This Week in RaceRoom A new Beat the Pro challenge has arrived, qualification for the FIA Esports European Hill Climb Cup is underway, and fresh Ranked Multiplayer and Time Attack schedules are now live. Here is what is happening in and around RaceRoom this week. Beat the Pro at
This Week in RaceRoom
A new Beat the Pro challenge has arrived, qualification for the FIA Esports European Hill Climb Cup is underway, and fresh Ranked Multiplayer and Time Attack schedules are now live.
Here is what is happening in and around RaceRoom this week.
Beat the Pro at Sachsenring
Think you can beat a real DTM driver?
Take on Jules Gounon in the new DTM 2026 cars at Sachsenring and see how your lap compares with the DTM star.
The five fastest eligible drivers will receive DTM Paddock Tickets for the DTM race weekend at Sachsenring on September 12 and 13.
The competition is free to enter and closes on September 9 at 13:00 CEST.
The road to an official FIA Esports title begins in RaceRoom!
Online Qualification for the FIA Esports European Hill Climb Cup is now open. Set your fastest time using a free car and Hill Climb course and fight for one of eight places at the on-site final in Luxembourg.
The competition is free to enter and no licence is required for Online Qualification. The fastest eight drivers will advance to the final, taking place from October 9 to 11.
One registered participant will also win a Next Level Racing GTElite Wheel Plate Edition through the competition’s prize draw.
Online Qualification closes on September 7 at 23:59 GMT.
Week 35 brings a new selection of Sprint, Feature and Weekly Races to Ranked Multiplayer.
Highlights include DTM 2026 at Monza, Super Touring at Bathurst, a mixed GT3 and WTCR grid around the Nürburgring 24h layout, and LMDH plus GT3 multiclass racing at Suzuka.
Check the in-game Ranked Multiplayer menu for the complete schedule, race formats and starting times.
New Time Attack Competitions
A fresh set of Time Attack competitions is now live.
Choose your challenge, chase the perfect lap and see how high you can climb on the leaderboards.
The Latest RaceRoom Patch Is Live
Our latest update focuses on community feedback following the Summer Update.
The new HUD has received a major performance pass alongside several requested improvements, including a pedal input graph, more useful fuel information and clearer feedback across several widgets.
The update also brings further GT3 physics work, improved sequential shifter behaviour and free 2026 upgrades for Norisring and Silverstone.
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HUD The new HUD landed two weeks ago and you gave us plenty of feedback to work with. Today we cut the HUD's impact on performance, fix a few quirks, and implement the most requested features from your posts on our Discord . Full details below. GT3 The 4th of August update starte
HUD
The new HUD landed two weeks ago and you gave us plenty of feedback to work with. Today we cut the HUD's impact on performance, fix a few quirks, and implement the most requested features from your posts on our Discord. Full details below.
GT3
The 4th of August update started reworking how pitch, ride height, drag and aero balance relate to each other across the GT3 class. Two more batches of that work are in this build, along with individual passes on the Ford Mustang FR500 GT3, the McLaren MP4-12C GT3, the RUF GT3 and the Mercedes SLS GT3. Cars that had their chassis or aero numbers recalculated will feel different on entry and mid corner rather than just faster or slower, so it is worth a few laps before you carry your old setups over.
Free upgrades to two of our tracks
We have updated Norisring to 2026 spec, with new road markings, 8k tarmac textures and a new paddock building. Silverstone also gets a 2026 spec update, the most notable addition being the rectangular hotel cabins near Maggotts.
Sequential shifter
The sequential stick shifter gearbox we added on the 4th behaved more strictly than the real thing. With a manual clutch you now only need the clutch to pull away, not between shifts, and you no longer have to hold the brake or lift off the throttle to select a gear.
Fixed a crash that could happen during collisions with track debris
Graphics - Fixed black reflections and shadows after changing certain graphics settings
Graphics - Fixed the afternoon sky azimuth so the sun sits in the right place
Replays - Fixed a black scene and a constantly reloading sky when loading replays older than the 4th of August
Gameplay - Fixed the Virtual Energy refuel amount differing between metric and imperial units
Controllers - The gamepad no longer moves the mouse cursor while driving
HUD - Added an input graph element showing a short history of your pedal inputs as well as ABS and TC activations
HUD - Added helper text while moving and resizing HUD elements
HUD - Instrument pod rpm arc is now keyed to the car's optimal shift point, running green to yellow to red like dashboard shift lights, with red as your cue to upshift
HUD - MFD Relative now colours each driver by the flag they are causing
HUD - Delta timer now updates at a higher frequency
HUD - MFD now shows what the fuel you request for a pitstop is worth in laps, based on measured consumption
HUD - Status strip pins a warning once you reach 80% of your incident allowance
HUD - FFB graph now plots the pre-clip force
HUD - Improved snapping to the edges of the screen, so widgets can sit partly off-screen
HUD - The flag panel now follows a strict priority when several flags are out at once ( black, yellow, white, blue, checkered ), so the checkered no longer draws over a flag that outranks it
HUD - Performance pass on GPU cost and bandwidth
HUD - The message of the day is now cleared when the session changes, so an idle driver no longer joins the grid with it still on screen
HUD - Fixed TC level change notifications that could fail to show up
HUD - Fixed the lap time counter not clearing when returning to the garage
HUD - The oil warning lamp is now driven by a more correct value
HUD - Renamed the "MFD TOGGLE" binding to "TOGGLE MFD" for consistency
HUD - Possible fix for some systems where the HUD was not rendering
Physics - GT3 - two further passes across the class on the relationship between pitch, ride height, drag and aero balance
Physics - Ford Mustang FR500 GT3 - recalculated chassis height, centre of gravity and aero inertia, reworked the ride height / rake / drag / centre of pressure balance, suspension travel and base setup
Physics - McLaren MP4-12C GT3 - recalculated chassis height, centre of gravity and aero inertia, reworked the pitch / ride height / drag / balance, BoP and base setup
Physics - RUF GT3 - reworked the pitch / ride height / drag / balance, suspension travel and centre of gravity height, more power and an updated base setup
Physics - Mercedes SLS GT3 - BoP and fine tuned base setup
Physics - Hillclimb Icons - reworked aero and overhauled the tyres
Physics - Audi R18 - updated downshift value
Physics - Sequential stick shifter with a manual clutch now only needs the clutch to pull away, not between shifts
Physics - Sequential stick shifter no longer requires holding the brake or lifting off the throttle to select a gear
Physics - BMW 134 Judd - the gearbox is now correctly paddles instead of a sequential stick
BMW 134 Judd - Visual overhaul, converted to PBR with reworked textures, cockpit textures updated and LOD D remade
BMW 134 Judd - New onboard and trackside cameras ( exhaust, front, wheel corners, rear, wing and two onboards ), and the existing cameras were tweaked
Norisring - Updated art ( 8k tarmac, new white lines, more 3D trees, updated pit building )
Silverstone - Updated to 2026 spec, including the new rectangular cabins, plus various other tweaks
Stowe - Improved AI behaviour at the start on the short layout
Tim Jarschel Wins the DTM Esports Championship What a finale! After four races at the on-site final at the Nürburgring, Tim Jarschel has been crowned the 2026 DTM Esports Champion . The Falken Simracing Team driver delivered two commanding victories at the virtual Hockenheimring
Tim Jarschel Wins the DTM Esports Championship
What a finale!
After four races at the on-site final at the Nürburgring, Tim Jarschel has been crowned the 2026 DTM Esports Champion.
The Falken Simracing Team driver delivered two commanding victories at the virtual Hockenheimring before securing the points he needed across the final two races at the Nürburgring.
Moritz Löhner fought back with two Nürburgring victories to finish runner-up, while Alessandro Ottaviani completed the championship podium.
Alongside the championship title and €5,000 in prize money, Tim has earned a guest start in the real-world BMW M2 Cup at the DTM season finale at Hockenheimring.
Congratulations to Tim, all 20 finalists and everyone who competed throughout the 2026 season!
Week 34 brings a new selection of Sprint, Feature and Weekly Races to Ranked Multiplayer.
Highlights include DTM 2026 at the Nürburgring, Super Touring at Silverstone, WTCR at Interlagos and plenty of Nordschleife action. The weekend also features multiclass racing at Brands Hatch and Watkins Glen.
Whether you want a quick 15-minute sprint or a longer endurance-style challenge, there should be something worth clearing your calendar for.
Check the in-game Ranked Multiplayer menu for the complete schedule, race formats and starting times.
Have You Tried the Summer Update?
The RaceRoom Summer Update has now been out for two weeks, bringing four new GT3 cars, the complete DTM 2026 grid, our new customisable HUD and major multiplayer improvements.
It also introduced the updated 2026 Nürburgring Nordschleife and improvements across several other circuits.
The new HUD is only the first iteration, and we are continuing to work on it using your feedback. If you have not yet explored all the available layouts, widgets and customisation options, now is a good time to give it a proper workout.
You can find the complete Summer Update development notes here:
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The RaceRoom Summer Update is out, a new Beat the Pro challenge is underway, and the DTM Esports Championship is heading to the Nürburgring for its on-site finale. Add a fresh Ranked schedule, new Time Attack competitions and our first community highlights, and there is plenty ha
The RaceRoom Summer Update is out, a new Beat the Pro challenge is underway, and the DTM Esports Championship is heading to the Nürburgring for its on-site finale. Add a fresh Ranked schedule, new Time Attack competitions and our first community highlights, and there is plenty happening in RaceRoom this week.
The Summer Update Is Out Now
The RaceRoom Summer Update 2026 is now available, bringing four new GT3 cars, the complete DTM 2026 season, the first version of our modernised HUD, multiplayer improvements and much more.
The update also refreshes several existing tracks and introduces a wide range of improvements across the game.
If you have not explored everything yet, check out the full development notes for a complete overview:
Take on the Nürburgring Sprint circuit in the new DTM 2026 cars and try to beat the lap time set by DTM driver Finn Wiebelhaus.
The five fastest drivers will receive DTM Paddock Tickets for the Nürburgring race weekend on Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16.
The competition is free to enter and closes on August 13 at 13:00 CEST.
Launch RaceRoom, head to the Competitions menu and take on the challenge!
DTM Esports Championship On-Site Finale
After five hard-fought online rounds, the field for the DTM Esports Championship 2026 on-site finale is complete.
The top 20 qualified drivers will meet at the Nürburgring on August 15, where the 2026 champion will be decided and the finalists will compete for their share of a €75,000 prize pool.
Keep an eye on our channels for more information about the finale and how you can follow the action.
A New Week of Ranked Racing
A fresh Ranked Multiplayer schedule is now live, featuring a new selection of Sprint, Feature and Weekly Races.
Whether you are looking for quick sprints, longer scheduled events or demanding races around the Nordschleife, there is plenty to get stuck into this week.
Community Spotlight
Screenshot of the Week
This week’s featured screenshot comes from MrGit, capturing the Aston Martin in spectacular detail as it attacks the Nordschleife.
Screenshot by MrGit
Featured Community Video
Our featured community video comes from ochanoon. Check out their latest RaceRoom creation below and show them some support.
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Download size = 8.3 MB Client version = 0.9.8.06 Client BuildID = 24587609 Gameplay - Fixed DTM 2002 pitstops where cars couldn't perform tyre changes Physics - Bentley Continental GT3 - BoP work to slow it down, updated relationship between ride heights rake and drag, increased
Download size = 8.3 MB
Client version = 0.9.8.06
Client BuildID = 24587609
Gameplay - Fixed DTM 2002 pitstops where cars couldn't perform tyre changes
Physics - Bentley Continental GT3 - BoP work to slow it down, updated relationship between ride heights rake and drag, increased effect of downforce balance shift due to rake and fine tuned base setup - [ leaderboards reset ]
Fixed an issue where game would crash to desktop while loading Laguna Seca
Download size = 17 MB Client version = 0.9.8.06 Client BuildID = 24573583 Multiplayer - Fixed a crash when loading into a race Custom Liveries - Fixed a crash that could happen when a driver left the session while their livery was still downloading Controllers - Fixed a crash on
Download size = 17 MB
Client version = 0.9.8.06
Client BuildID = 24573583
Multiplayer - Fixed a crash when loading into a race
Custom Liveries - Fixed a crash that could happen when a driver left the session while their livery was still downloading
Controllers - Fixed a crash on the second drive attempt after a failed write to a Simucube wheel base
Controllers - A Simucube wheel base that loses its connection now retries instead of staying unavailable for the rest of the session
Graphics - Fixed a startup crash when the shadow depth texture fails to be created
HUD - Fixed a crash in the HUD compositor draw order
HUD - The new HUD now stays dormant in broadcast spectator mode
HUD - WebHUD pages served from the web can reach localhost again, restoring telemetry links such as SealHUD with CrewChief
Nurburgring Nordschleife - Updated AI pace and NLS / 24h fuel estimates
Monza - Updates to art ( 8k tarmac, kerb wear, skids, dirt, sausage-kerb scratches )
Red Bull Ring - Removed two sausage kerbs and added a new runoff at the final corner
Red Bull Ring - Nudged up AI pace
Portimao - Added 8k tarmac textures and fixed track-surface issues
Laguna Seca - Added 8k tarmac textures, 3D trees and curb wear
Slovakia Ring - Fixed track-surface issues and added green tarmac at Turn 1
Brands Hatch - Fixed holes in the track surface
Zandvoort - Fixed holes in the track surface
Imola - Fixed track-surface issues
Twin Forest - Fixed track-surface issues
Oschersleben - Fixed pit entry behaviour on the GP layout
Physics - TCR - suspension rework. Centre of gravity heights recalculated, suspension travel and bump stop contact corrected and anti-lift set to roughly 10-15% at both ends
Physics - Suspension geometry pass on anti-lift and anti-squat across the Super Touring, WTCC 2013, WTCC TC1 and TCR fields, plus the Audi TT Cup and Audi TT RS VLN
Physics - Super Touring - rear axles now have proper anti-lift and will squat under braking, rear bump steer increased so the axle helps turn the car rather than just follow the front, and a little front anti-lift added in place of the previous pro-lift for better traction
Physics - DTM 1992 - BMW M3 Sport Evolution drag and drivetrain friction corrected, steering lock range widened [ leaderboards reset ]
Physics - Formula RaceRoom US - downforce reduced by about 25% [ leaderboards reset ]
Physics - Tyre dirt and marble pickup now takes about 3 times longer to clean off
Physics - Added a regen-braking guard so hybrids do not regen with the engine off
Physics - Added a sequential stick shifter gearbox type, with its own clutch, blip and dogbox behaviour. 35 cars now use it, including the Super Touring, WTCC, TC1 and TCR fields, the GTR1 and GTR2 cars and the Mazda MX-5 Cup
Physics - Shift times reduced across the GT3 field
Physics - Undertray feelers stiffened on all cars so floors no longer sink through the ground, and slammed cars bounce less
Physics - Default engine map is now the highest one on the P1, P2, GrC, GrA, GTE and FR-90 cars
Physics - Max steering lock ranges corrected on 25 cars across WTCC 2013, WTCC TC1, DTM 1992, Touring Classics, Audi TT cup, GTR2 and P2
Physics - Gear ratio and final drive options respaced, and track specific ratios added for Vallelunga, Spa 2025 and Adria
Physics - Mazda MX-5 - Reduced suspension travel so the wheels no longer poke through the bodywork
Cameras - Adjusted onboard cameras on several cars ( Audi 90 quattro GTO, BMW M4 DTM, Mercedes-AMG C63 DTM, Nissan GT-R GT1 )
AI - Bunched up the GT3 AI field for closer racing
Traction Control - Fixed TC Override only working below 9 m/s ( it now works at all speeds )
Controllers - Lowered the maximum steering deadzone to 30% and removed a hardcoded centre notch
Controllers - Fixed a gamepad staying disconnected after being unplugged, replugged or moved to another USB port
Multiplayer - Network optimizations to the dedicated server
Multiplayer - Fixed a race-results scoring bug that could classify a finisher as a non-starter
Fixed - Login could hang silently on start-up; login now times out and offers a working Retry
A quick word on this update:
This is yet another milestone passed with a long awaited HUD replacement that finally brings RaceRoom into the modern age. This is a direct benefit of our research and development on our future engine. That is right, we have been busy: behind the scenes, we at KW Studios are building a brand new backend for the RaceRoom service, a full revamp of the menus, and a brand new rendering engine for the game client. None of those are quite ready yet, but we couldn't wait to put some of the results we got into your hands. So this update brings the first big piece forward: a brand new, modern HUD built on a scratch-made UI renderer.
The new HUD
Let me start with a bit of background. The HUD overlays and the dashboard displays inside our cars all run on a piece of technology called Scaleform. It's a Flash-based system, it's been with RaceRoom since the very beginning in 2013, and it's old and obsolete. We've known for a long time that it would need to go eventually not only because of a new rendering engine on the way, but also because of the complexity to maintain it. I've been wishing for that HUD to finally change style for so long now, but we couldn't do much about it until very recently where we managed to setup Adobe Animate to work on that legacy code and started poking at it with some success: we released the LRT NXT1 and the Alpine cars that came with a 1:1 replica of their real dashboards, made in Flash. We were pleased with the result of that experiment so we figured we'd do the same for any new car coming out. And this was the plan until just a few weeks ago when we fairly easily managed to plug the new UI renderer we have been building for the future engine into our current dx9 codebase. And so just a few weeks ago, we started rebuilding the HUD, and the first iteration is now in your hands! That breakthrough also meant we reshuffled our priorities. I have to walk back on a statement I made previously that any new car will come with a brand new dashboard. The new plan now is to bring those data displays into the new tech, convert them all away from scaleform in future updates. New data displays will then be made straight up in the new tech. We already have some experimental conversion scripts that could make this process go quickly, so I'm rather optimistic. We believe that this approach gives you the most value the soonest and makes the most sense overall.
We will be listening to your feedback and requests for tweaks and new features, of course, so make sure to join our Discord and share your feedback on this new HUD!
So what's actually in it?
In short? Far more than the old HUD ever let us dream of. We have a lot of widgets and every single one of these can be moved, scaled and toggled on or off independently, so you build the layout that suits you:
A quick tour
First of all, it's customisable. You can press a binding to "Move and Resize HUD Elements" and every element turns into a labelled box you can drag anywhere on screen, resize to taste, or switch off entirely. A button to Reset the HUD elements is also available.
Various new elements are available:
MFD ( multi-function display ) carries several pages of info: a Relative page, a Laptimes page, a Vehicle page as well as the Pit page
Tyres has everything you want to know about tyre temperatures, pressures, wear, brake temperatures, and how much dirt you've picked up on each tyre.
Standings shows your lap times in qualifying, the running order in a race, and the leaderboard in a time attack.
Timing shows your position, current lap number, sector info as well as a reminder of your last lap and best laps.
Instruments is the cluster: gear, speed, revs, vehicle condition, ABS and TC activity, DRS and more.
Status Strip gathers all notifications like slowdowns, invalidated laps, etc.
Message Log gathers multiplayer chat and system messages.
Then we have elements that were already present but were re-implemented and enhanced:
Delta is the live gap to your best lap of the session.
Track Map shows everyone's position around the circuit, now with multiclass colours so you can read a mixed field at a glance.
Starting Lights is the red-light race start sequence.
Virtual Mirror just as before, for when your real mirrors are out of FoV.
Radar is the proximity radar for close-quarters racing.
Input Meter traces your steering, throttle, brake and clutch.
FFB Graph shows your force feedback output and any clipping.
More dedicated server optimizations!
Alongside the HUD and general UI renderer, we've been making huge progress on eliminating another element of frustration: that strange ceiling of around 38 players we could never reliably push past on a single dedicated server.
It seems we have managed to unlock more potential in recent optimization passes. We've changed how position updates are sent. Instead of blasting every car's position to everyone at full rate, the server now works out what is actually relevant to you. Cars within 150 meters of you update at the full rate while cars far away on the other side of the circuit drop to around 25% rate, because you can't see them anyway and your game client fills the gaps smoothly.
On a 20 car grid it cuts the position traffic the server has to send by about 43%. At 40 cars it's around 60%. We have only reached 50 players during our last impromptu test with the members of the RaceRoom Discord server but in theory, the gains at 99 cars should be about 68%.
Now we want to find our new ceiling.
We'd like to run a scheduled Nürburgring multiclass event, in two stages:
A test session. Announced in advance, everyone welcome, and the only goal is to fill every slot we can and try and have fun until something starts melting down or we see smoke coming out.
A real race. Once we know where the new safe limit sits, we run an actual multiclass race at the biggest grid we're confident holds up.
Keep an eye on the Discord and our channels for dates.
The most up to date Norschleife in simracing!
The Nordschleife has had a proper pass to match its current real-world state. This update comes for free for all players who own the Nordschleife in RaceRoom. Here is the full list of changes:
Tourist parking overhauled: updated posters, updated parking and exit gates
New buildings added, along with EV charging stations
A new exit road added before the entry
Hohenrain chicane: driving line moved closer to the barrier
Hatzenbach: higher kerbs on entry and exit
Pflanzgarten 2 hill: re-profiled
Extra grass grid at Piff-Paff, Exmühle, Eiskurve and the Small Carousel
Green carpets removed at the GP track and Hohe Acht, with the barrier brought closer there too
Breidscheid: new banners, plus the orange wall marker that was missing
Brünnchen: the kerb is now modelled in 3D at 3cm high (it was flat before)
Lots of new asphalt, with some new markings
T13: EV charging added
Plus various other tweaks to the surroundings
Monza rubbered up
The free update we're pushing to Monza is an interesting story. After the real circuit's last resurface and track work, we pushed out a free update to match it, and in the game it came out looking spotless, as the track looked in real life just after the rework. That was accurate for about a week. In reality the freshly painted kerbs rubbered in fast, so that pristine look was out of date almost immediately. So we've updated Monza again to reflect where it actually is now: worn paint, rubbered-up kerbs, and the general lived-in look of a track that's seen plenty of running.
We all hope you'll enjoy this update and we look forward to your feedback on our discord!
I know that from my side I'm really proud of the hard work pulled off by our tiny team of awesome developers!
3rd August 2026. RaceRoom Entertainment GmbH today shares the following development notes from KW Studios, the studio developing RaceRoom: Tomorrow, 4th August, we are aiming to release a new milestone update for RaceRoom. The Summer 2026 Update introduces four new GT3 car models
3rd August 2026. RaceRoom Entertainment GmbH today shares the following development notes from KW Studios, the studio developing RaceRoom:
Tomorrow, 4th August, we are aiming to release a new milestone update for RaceRoom.
The Summer 2026 Update introduces four new GT3 car models, the DTM 2026 Car Pack, an extensively updated Nürburgring Nordschleife, a refreshed Monza, major dedicated server optimisations and the first iteration of our completely new in-game HUD.
Behind the scenes at KW Studios, work continues on some of the largest technical projects in RaceRoom’s history. These include a new backend for the RaceRoom service, a complete revamp of the game menus and a brand-new rendering engine for the game client.
Those projects are not quite ready yet, but a recent breakthrough has allowed us to bring the first major piece of this research and development work into the current version of RaceRoom much sooner than expected.
Four of the latest GT3 machines are joining RaceRoom, each featuring a very different design, engine configuration and approach to performance.
Ford Mustang GT3 Evo
Unleash American V8 power with the Ford Mustang GT3 Evo. Combining an unmistakable naturally aspirated soundtrack with refined aerodynamics, suspension and braking, the latest evolution of the Mustang delivers greater stability, confidence and consistency across every lap.
Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo
British elegance meets uncompromising GT3 performance in the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo. Powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8, the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 combines its bonded aluminium chassis with extensively revised suspension, modern racing electronics and an aerodynamic package developed from nose to tail.
Built with KW suspension technology, the Vantage has been designed to provide predictable handling and a wide operating window. Its aerodynamic and suspension characteristics aim to give drivers greater confidence under braking and through high-speed corners while maintaining consistent performance throughout a race.
The Vantage brings a distinctive combination of British design, turbocharged V8 power and a deep endurance-racing pedigree to the expanding RaceRoom GT3 field.
Lamborghini Temerario GT3
The Lamborghini Temerario GT3 begins a completely new chapter for Lamborghini Squadra Corse.
It is the first GT racing car to be designed, developed and produced entirely by Automobili Lamborghini. Derived from the Temerario road car, the GT3 version uses an adapted version of its aluminium chassis and 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, but without the road car’s hybrid system.
The turbochargers, intake and exhaust systems have all been redesigned for competition. The aerodynamics and cooling systems were developed specifically for GT3 racing, while the modular carbon-fibre bodywork and removable front and rear chassis sections allow teams to carry out repairs and adjustments more efficiently during a race weekend.
Equipped with KW suspension technology, the Temerario GT3 has been engineered to deliver a stable and balanced platform across the different demands of international GT racing.
Porsche 911 GT3 R Evo
The 2026 evolution of the Porsche 911 GT3 R refines one of the most successful cars in modern GT racing.
The naturally aspirated 4.2-litre flat-six engine remains at the heart of the package, but the aerodynamics and suspension have received a wide range of detailed improvements.
New louvres above the front wheel arches work together with revised front suspension kinematics to reduce pitch sensitivity under braking. This helps maintain a more consistent aerodynamic balance and provides more precise and predictable braking behavior.
Further changes include additional power steering cooling and numerous endurance-focused refinements designed to improve consistency during long and demanding races.
Together, these four cars significantly expand the variety of RaceRoom’s GT3 field. From the naturally aspirated Mustang and Porsche to the twin-turbocharged Aston Martin and Lamborghini, every new model offers its own sound, character and driving experience.
Simracing Pro Moritz Löhner takes an early look at the RaceRoom Summer Update in this video:
The four new GT3 cars also form part of the upcoming DTM 2026 Car Pack.
The pack features the latest liveries from the 2026 DTM season across all seven participating manufacturers:
• Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo • BMW M4 GT3 Evo • Ford Mustang GT3 Evo • Lamborghini Temerario GT3 • McLaren 720S GT3 Evo • Mercedes-AMG GT3 • Porsche 911 GT3 R Evo
The DTM 2026 Car Pack brings the championship’s current grid into RaceRoom, complete with the latest cars, teams and liveries from the new season.
Introducing the new RaceRoom HUD
Work in progress. Final version will differ.
The new HUD is more than a visual refresh. It is the first major component built using technology developed for the future of RaceRoom.
Until now, RaceRoom’s HUD overlays and the dashboard displays inside our cars have relied on Scaleform, a Flash-based system that has been part of the game since its original release in 2013.
Scaleform is now old and obsolete. It has become increasingly difficult to maintain, and it is not compatible with the new rendering technology currently being developed for RaceRoom.
We recently managed to configure Adobe Animate to work with the legacy system, which allowed us to create the one-to-one replica of the real dashboard found in the LRT NXT1. We were pleased with the result and initially planned to use the same process for future cars.
That plan has now changed.
As part of the development of RaceRoom’s future rendering engine, we began creating a brand-new UI renderer from scratch. Its internal codename is COSMO, and it has been designed specifically around the requirements of RaceRoom.
COSMO was originally intended only for the future rendering engine. However, we found that it could be integrated into RaceRoom’s current DirectX 9 codebase relatively easily.
That is a much bigger deal than it might sound.
It means that we do not have to wait for the new rendering engine to be completed before players can begin benefiting from this new technology.
Just a few weeks ago, we started rebuilding the RaceRoom HUD using COSMO. The first iteration is planned to arrive as part of the 4 August update.
This breakthrough has also reshuffled our development priorities. Rather than continuing to create new dashboards using the old Flash-based system, our focus will now be on completing the COSMO integration and gradually converting the existing displays inside RaceRoom’s cars.
We already have experimental conversion tools that could help accelerate this process. Once the conversion is complete, future displays can be developed directly in COSMO.
We believe this approach provides the most value to players as quickly as possible while also preparing RaceRoom for its next technological chapter.
Customize your HUD layout
The new HUD provides far more flexibility than the old system could support.
Every individual element can be moved, resized and switched on or off independently. This allows you to create a layout that suits your display, field of view and personal preferences.
Press the key assigned to “Move and Resize HUD Elements”, which is key 7 by default, and each active element will become a labelled box. You can then drag the elements around the screen, resize them or disable them completely.
A reset option is also available to restore the HUD to its default layout.
Work in progress. Final version will differ.
New HUD elements
The first iteration includes a wide selection of new widgets.
Multi-function display
Work in progress. Final version will differ.
The MFD provides several pages of detailed information:
• Relative positions • Lap times • Vehicle information • Pit settings
Tyres
The Tyres widget displays detailed information about:
• Tyre temperatures • Tyre pressures • Tyre wear • Brake temperatures • Dirt collected on each tyre
Standings
The Standings widget changes depending on the session.
It displays lap times during qualifying, the running order during races and the leaderboard during Time Attack competitions.
Timing
Timing displays your current position, lap number, sector information, last lap time and best lap time.
Instruments
The Instruments widget acts as the main vehicle cluster, displaying information including:
• Gear • Speed • Engine revolutions • Vehicle condition • ABS activity • Traction control activity • DRS status
Status Strip
The Status Strip gathers important notifications such as slowdown penalties, invalidated laps and other race-control messages.
Message Log
The Message Log collects multiplayer chat and system messages in one dedicated element.
Returning elements, rebuilt and enhanced
Several familiar HUD features have also been completely re-implemented in COSMO.
Delta
Displays the live time difference between your current lap and your best lap of the session.
Track Map
Shows the positions of every car around the circuit. Multiclass colors have now been added, making mixed-class traffic easier to understand at a glance.
Starting Lights
Displays the red-light sequence at the beginning of a race.
Virtual Mirror
Provides a clear rear view when the physical mirrors are outside your field of view.
Radar
Displays nearby cars and helps you navigate close-quarters racing.
Input Meter
Visualizes your steering, throttle, brake and clutch inputs.
FFB Graph
Displays the force feedback output and helps identify clipping.
This is only the first iteration of the new HUD. Moving to COSMO provides a much stronger foundation for future improvements, new widgets and additional customization options.
Dedicated server optimisations and larger grids
Alongside the HUD and UI renderer, we have been working to eliminate another long-standing limitation: the strange ceiling of approximately 38 players that RaceRoom dedicated servers could never reliably exceed.
Recent optimisation work appears to have unlocked considerably more potential.
Previously, the server sent every car’s position to every player at the full update rate, regardless of where those cars were located on the circuit.
The server now determines which cars are relevant to each player.
Cars within 150 metres continue to update at the full rate. Cars located further away, such as on the opposite side of the circuit, drop to approximately 25 percent of the full update rate. You cannot see those cars directly, and the game client can smoothly fill in the gaps between the less frequent updates.
The reduction in position data sent by the server is substantial:
• Approximately 43 percent less traffic with 20 cars
• Approximately 60 percent less traffic with 40 cars
• A theoretical reduction of approximately 68 percent with 99 cars
During our latest impromptu test with members of the RaceRoom Discord server, we reached a grid of 50 players.
Nürburgring Nordschleife updated for 2026
The Nürburgring Nordschleife has received an extensive update to bring it in line with the circuit’s current real-world appearance.
This will be a free update for everyone who already owns the Nordschleife in RaceRoom.
The changes include:
• The Tourist parking area has been overhauled with updated posters, parking gates and exit gates.
• New buildings and electric vehicle charging stations have been added.
• A new exit road has been added before the Tourist entry.
• The driving line through the Hohenrain chicane has been moved closer to the barrier.
• Higher entry and exit kerbs have been added at Hatzenbach.
• Additional grass grids have been added at Piff-Paff, Exmühle, Eiskurve and the Small Carousel.
• Green carpets have been removed from the Grand Prix circuit and Hohe Acht, with the barrier also moved closer at Hohe Acht.
• New banners have been added at Breidscheid, together with the previously missing orange wall marker.
• The kerb at Brünnchen is now modelled in 3D at a height of three centimetres. It was previously flat.
• Reprofiling of the Pflanzgarten 2 hill
• Numerous areas of new asphalt and new track markings have been added.
• Electric vehicle charging stations have been added at T13.
• Various additional details and surrounding areas have been updated.
The Nordschleife remains every bit as demanding as before, but its surface, surroundings and trackside details will now more closely match the circuit as it appears in 2026.
Monza gets rubbered up
Monza is also receiving another free visual update.
Following the real circuit’s resurfacing and renovation work, we updated RaceRoom’s version of Monza to recreate its newly finished appearance.
At the time, the circuit looked almost spotless. The asphalt was fresh, the paint was clean and the kerbs appeared newly finished.
That appearance was accurate for about a week.
Once racing returned, the freshly painted kerbs quickly collected rubber and dirt. The pristine version in RaceRoom therefore became outdated almost immediately.
We have updated Monza once again to represent how the circuit looks after regular use, including worn paint, rubbered-up kerbs and the more lived-in appearance of a track that has hosted plenty of running.
A first look at the future of RaceRoom
The Summer 2026 Update combines new cars and current-season motorsport content with major improvements to the technology behind RaceRoom.
The new HUD is the first visible result of the research and development going into RaceRoom’s future renderer and user interface. The dedicated server optimizations open the door to significantly larger multiplayer grids, while the Nordschleife and Monza updates keep two of our most important circuits aligned with their real-world counterparts.
We are aiming to release the update tomorrow, 4th August.
There is plenty more happening behind the scenes, and we look forward to sharing more about the future of RaceRoom soon.
New GT3 Cars Revealed In case you missed the recent reveals, three new GT3 machines are heading to RaceRoom: the Lamborghini Temerario GT3 , Ford Mustang GT3 Evo and Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo . Each brings a very different character to the grid, from Lamborghini’s latest racin
New GT3 Cars Revealed
In case you missed the recent reveals, three new GT3 machines are heading to RaceRoom: the Lamborghini Temerario GT3, Ford Mustang GT3 Evo and Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo.
Each brings a very different character to the grid, from Lamborghini’s latest racing machine to American muscle and British precision. More details on the upcoming update are coming soon.
Ranked Multiplayer
A new lineup of Ranked Multiplayer events is available throughout the week, with a variety of sprint and endurance-style races for every type of driver.
This week's Free 2 Play event takes place on Wednesday, featuring the Tatuus F4 at Autodrom Most. If you've been looking for a fast and accessible way to jump into Ranked Multiplayer, this is the perfect opportunity.
New Time Attack Competitions
A fresh set of Time Attack competitions is now live. Chase the perfect lap, climb the global leaderboards and see how you compare against the fastest drivers in the world.
Touring Car Series
The RaceRoom Touring Car Series, powered by Logitech G, reaches its final round this Tuesday, July 28, at Vallelunga with the WTCR 2021-22 cars.
There is still time to join the championship. Registration closes at 18:50 CEST, with the race beginning at 19:00 CEST.
DTM Esports Championship
The DTM Esports Championship heads into its decisive final online round this Saturday at the Sachsenring. Every point matters as drivers fight for a place in the on-site finale.
Summer Sale
The RaceRoom Summer Sale is still running! Save up to 50% on cars and tracks and get the exclusive Touring Car Pack. The sale ends August 3, so don't miss your chance to expand your garage.
A fresh week of racing is underway in RaceRoom, with a new Ranked Multiplayer schedule, another Free 2 Play event and Round 3 of the RaceRoom Touring Car Series. New Ranked Multiplayer schedule The Week 30 schedule is now live, featuring a broad selection of sprint, feature and w
A fresh week of racing is underway in RaceRoom, with a new Ranked Multiplayer schedule, another Free 2 Play event and Round 3 of the RaceRoom Touring Car Series.
New Ranked Multiplayer schedule
The Week 30 schedule is now live, featuring a broad selection of sprint, feature and weekly races.
Free 2 Play Weekly Race
This Wednesday, July 22, everyone can race the mighty Pagani Zonda R at Shanghai.
Both the car and track are available to play for free during the event, so jump in and experience one of RaceRoom’s most spectacular machines without spending a single vRP.
Touring Car Series Round 3
The RaceRoom Touring Car Series powered by Logitech G continues on Tuesday, July 21.
Round 3 takes us to Estoril with machinery from the WTCR 2018-20 and Touring Car Cup classes. Expect close racing, plenty of elbows and probably several cars attempting to occupy the same piece of Portuguese asphalt.
The championship concludes next week with WTCR 2021-22 at Vallelunga.
Summer Sale continues
The RaceRoom Summer Sale is still running, with 50% off individual cars and tracks, and the exclusive Touring Car Pack available for a limited time.
Patch Notes Update details: Client version = 0.9.7.81 Client BuildID = 24213810 Dedicated Server version = 110.0.1652 Dedicated Server BuildID = 24215969 Changelog: - Physics - Auto-lift on upshifts is now always active on semi-automatic gearboxes and clutch input is no longer bl
Patch Notes
Update details:
Client version = 0.9.7.81 Client BuildID = 24213810 Dedicated Server version = 110.0.1652 Dedicated Server BuildID = 24215969
Changelog:
- Physics - Auto-lift on upshifts is now always active on semi-automatic gearboxes and clutch input is no longer blocked at speed - Volkswagen Scirocco GR2 - Fixed an incorrect maximum steering lock value - Graphics - Reduced undertray spark size and increased burn rate for a more natural look - Controllers - VNM wheelbase - Set it to allow automatic steering range detection - Controllers - Fixed missing pit menu bindings on the Mouse control preset - UI - Changing an assist setting on a read-only control set now creates a custom copy before saving, so the change is no longer lost - Multiplayer - Removed the extra reputation penalty applied on disconnect - Dedicated Server - further optimizations and fixes
Another week, another packed schedule in RaceRoom! Jump into fresh Ranked Multiplayer combinations, take on this week's Free 2 Play event, continue your journey in the RaceRoom Touring Car Series and DTM Esports, and don't miss out on the ongoing Summer Sale. Summer Sale The Race
Another week, another packed schedule in RaceRoom! Jump into fresh Ranked Multiplayer combinations, take on this week's Free 2 Play event, continue your journey in the RaceRoom Touring Car Series and DTM Esports, and don't miss out on the ongoing Summer Sale.
Summer Sale
The RaceRoom Summer Sale is still running!
Save 50% on all individual cars and tracks, and the special Touring Car Pack, giving you everything you need to compete in the RaceRoom Touring Car Series.
Offer ends August 3rd.
Free 2 Play Weekly Race
Wednesday, July 15
Car: Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (992)
Class: 992 GT3 Cup
Track: Ningbo
New Ranked Schedule
RaceRoom Touring Car Series
Round 2 of the RaceRoom Touring Car Series powered by Logitech G takes place Tuesday, July 14, as the championship heads to Slovakia Ring with the WTCC 2015-17 class.
Drivers and content creators are competing for prizes.
⏳ Registration closes Tuesday, July 14 at 18:50. Be sure to sign up before the deadline to secure your spot on the grid.
DTM Esports 2026
DTM Esports returns this Saturday for Round 4 at Motorsport Arena Oschersleben. Every point matters as the battle for a place in the on-site final heats up.
It's another packed week in RaceRoom with the ongoing Summer Sale, fresh Ranked Multiplayer events, a new Free 2 Play Weekly Race, the start of the RaceRoom Touring Car Series, and Round 3 of DTM Esports 2026. Summer Sale There's still time to grab your next favorite car or track
It's another packed week in RaceRoom with the ongoing Summer Sale, fresh Ranked Multiplayer events, a new Free 2 Play Weekly Race, the start of the RaceRoom Touring Car Series, and Round 3 of DTM Esports 2026.
Summer Sale
There's still time to grab your next favorite car or track at a discount.
Enjoy 50% off individual cars and tracks, and the Touring Car Pack, which contains all the cars you'll need for the RaceRoom Touring Car Series.
Don't wait too long. The Summer Sale won't last forever.
Sunday: Formula RaceRoom X-90 @ Silverstone Classic
RaceRoom Touring Car Series Begins
The brand-new RaceRoom Touring Car Series powered by Logitech G gets underway tomorrow with Round 1 at Circuit de Pau-Ville using the WTCC 2013 class.
The championship spans four weeks, featuring iconic touring car eras from WTCC and WTCR. Registration is now open in game.
DTM Esports Returns This Weekend
DTM Esports 2026 continues this Saturday with Round 3 at the Norisring. Follow the championship standings in game and see who takes another step towards the on-site final.
The RaceRoom Summer Sale is here! Running from July 3 to August 3 . For a limited time, you can get 50% off all individual cars and tracks in the RaceRoom store . Whether you want to expand your garage, pick up a few missing circuits, or finally grab that car you have been eyeing
The RaceRoom Summer Sale is here!
Running from July 3 to August 3.
For a limited time, you can get 50% off all individual cars and tracks in the RaceRoom store. Whether you want to expand your garage, pick up a few missing circuits, or finally grab that car you have been eyeing, now is the time.
The ultimate touring car experience in RaceRoom, available as a great deal during the Summer Sale.
Ten years of touring car racing, from the FIA World Touring Car Championship to the WTCR FIA World Touring Car Cup. The pack brings together the 2013 season under TC2000 regulations, the WTCC's TC1 years from 2014 to 2017, and every WTCR season from 2018 to 2022 under TCR regulations, along with additional cars from the Touring Car Cup class for only 29.99 €
This is everything you need to take part in the upcoming Touring Car ranked multiplayer championship.
Another week of close racing is here, with fresh Ranked Multiplayer combinations and a Free 2 Play event featuring one of the iconic DTM 2002 machines. This Wednesday's Free 2 Play Weekly Race puts you behind the wheel of the ABT-Audi TT-R at Silverstone Classic. Jump in for free
Another week of close racing is here, with fresh Ranked Multiplayer combinations and a Free 2 Play event featuring one of the iconic DTM 2002 machines.
This Wednesday's Free 2 Play Weekly Race puts you behind the wheel of the ABT-Audi TT-R at Silverstone Classic. Jump in for free and experience one of the legends of the DTM era.
A new week means a fresh set of Ranked Multiplayer races and another Free 2 Play event for everyone to enjoy. This Wednesday's Free 2 Play Weekly Race features the Audi TT Cup 2016 at Vallelunga. Jump in, race for free, and see how you stack up against the rest of the grid. Free
A new week means a fresh set of Ranked Multiplayer races and another Free 2 Play event for everyone to enjoy.
This Wednesday's Free 2 Play Weekly Race features the Audi TT Cup 2016 at Vallelunga. Jump in, race for free, and see how you stack up against the rest of the grid.
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