On the occasion of the Tokyo Game Show 2025, Project Motor Racing (PMR) has lifted the veil on its multiplayer ecosystem designed for purists. Developed by Straight4 Studios and published by GIANTS Software, the title stands out by promising a complete experience without subscription, without paid server, and without limitations since the first day.
An online mode designed for competition
Ian Bell (CEO of Straight4) insists: “No passes. No rentals. No subscriptions »The objective is clear: to offer a direct and transparent competition, focused on driving and not on economic barriers.
Among the confirmed features:
- Monthly Cross-Play Championships : planned races with weekly rotation of circuits.
- Ranked Matchmaking System : a License Test at Lime Rock Park defines the initial level, followed by a Driver Rating (0-100 per class) to ensure balanced grids.
- Thematic Leaderboards :
- Factory Driver Challenges to chase the times of real drivers.
- Endurance Hall Events inspired by major endurance races.
- Personalized lobbies : total freedom to create your own events at no cost.
- Social races : quick 15-minute sessions for fun or training.
New content
In addition to multiplayer, PMR is enriching its grid with six new brands : Acura, Chevrolet, Mazda, Mercedes-AMG, Nissan and Toyota, accompanied by legendary models such as the Mazda 787B (Le Mans 1991) or the Corvette Z06 GT3.R. The circuit of Sebring International Raceway also joins the roster, strengthening the historical and technical dimension of the game.
Project Motor Racing will come out November 25, 2025 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, with pre-orders now available. (-15% at our partner Gamesplanet for the PC version)
Comparing Multiplayer Modes in Competitive Simulations
| Play | Multiplayer access | Ranked Matchmaking | Cross-play | Official competitions | Private lobbies | Distinctive notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Motor Racing (2025) | Included, no subscription or fees | Yes (Driver Rating 0-100, test license) | Yes (PC/PS5/XSX) | Monthly Cross-Play Championships | Yes, completely free | Thematic leaderboard system (endurance + factory challenges) |
| iRacing | Mandatory monthly subscription | Yes (iRating, Safety Rating) | No | Official series with FIA licenses | Yes, but linked to the subscription | eSport reference, structure close to reality |
| Assetto Corsa Competizione (ACC) | Included (no subscription) | Yes (SA rating, matchmaking) | Yes (PC/console) but limited | SRO (official GT World Challenge) competitions | Yes | Very GT3/GT4 oriented, little variety outside of SRO |
| rFactor 2 | Included, some paid events | Yes (Rating/Competition System) | No | eSports Competitions (Le Mans Virtual Series) | Yes | Large community modding |
| Gran Turismo 7 | Included (PS Plus required online) | Yes (Driver/Sportsmanship Rating) | No (PlayStation exclusive) | FIA Motorsport Series | Yes | Very console competition oriented |
| Forza Motorsport (2023) | Included (Game Pass or purchase) | Yes (Safety + Skill Rating) | Yes (Xbox/PC) | Official Forza eSport Competitions | Yes | More arcade, progression linked to Car XP |
