IndyCar Game Confirmed for 2027

IndyCar and iRacing have officially unveiled IndyCar Racing The Game, confirming the long-awaited return of a dedicated IndyCar video game for the first time in more than two decades.

Developed by iRacing Studios, the title is scheduled for release in early 2027, arriving ahead of the 111th Running of the Indianapolis 500. It will launch simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam, bringing North America’s premier open-wheel championship back to consoles and computers with a standalone experience built specifically around the IndyCar Series.

The announcement represents a significant milestone for both IndyCar and motorsport gaming. While the championship has featured in various racing simulators over the years—including iRacing’s own online platform—it has not enjoyed a standalone officially licensed title since the early 2000s.

Leveraging iRacing’s renowned simulation technology, the new game aims to recreate the speed, strategy and technical precision that define modern IndyCar competition, offering players the opportunity to race across the championship’s complete spectrum of circuits.

IndyCar Racing The Game at a Glance

A long-awaited return

For IndyCar supporters, the announcement marks the end of a lengthy wait.

Although the championship has maintained a presence through simulation platforms and downloadable content, a fully licensed standalone IndyCar game has been absent from the market for more than 20 years.

That gap has become increasingly noticeable as rival motorsport championships, including Formula 1, the FIA World Endurance Championship and the World Rally Championship, have all benefited from dedicated gaming franchises.

IndyCar now hopes to capitalise on renewed interest in the series by introducing a modern title capable of appealing to both hardcore simulation enthusiasts and newcomers discovering the championship for the first time.

Authentic circuits and racing

According to the announcement, IndyCar Racing The Game will faithfully recreate the unique challenges of the championship’s diverse calendar.

Players will compete on legendary venues ranging from the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway to the series’ demanding permanent road courses and tight, unforgiving street circuits.

That variety has always distinguished IndyCar from other major racing categories, requiring competitors to master superspeedways, short ovals, natural-terrain road courses and temporary street venues within a single championship.

The game’s simulation will aim to reflect those differing disciplines, showcasing the technical complexity that makes IndyCar one of the world’s most demanding forms of motorsport.

Built by simulation specialists

Much of the excitement surrounding the project stems from its developer.

iRacing has established itself as one of the world’s leading motorsport simulation companies, with its online platform widely used by professional racing drivers for both training and competition.

Its laser-scanned circuits, sophisticated vehicle physics and realistic tyre models have earned praise throughout the motorsport industry.

Now, that expertise is being directed towards creating a standalone title specifically designed around the IndyCar Series.

IndyCar confident in new partnership

IndyCar Chief Marketing Officer Alex Damron believes the partnership provides the ideal opportunity to introduce the championship to a broader gaming audience.

“IndyCar features the most competitive and action-packed racing on the planet, challenging drivers at every turn with incredible speeds and demanding layouts,” Damron said.

“Our new video game is going to capture the energy and drama of our sport with hyper-realism, bringing our series to a new generation of gamers.”

He also highlighted the significance of partnering with one of simulation racing’s most respected developers.

“Partnering with iRacing—the gold standard in racing simulation—ensures this will be a truly special new chapter in our gaming history.”

“We can’t wait for fans to get behind the wheel.”

Passion project for iRacing

For iRacing President Tony Gardner, the announcement represents the culmination of years of planning.

“This is a project our team has been passionate about for a long time,” Gardner said.

“We’re bringing everything we know about authentic, immersive racing to consoles and PC, and creating an experience worthy of the IndyCar name.”

He added that anticipation within the development team is already building.

“2027 can’t come soon enough.”

More details still to come

While the title and launch window have now been confirmed, many aspects of the game remain under wraps.

Features yet to be revealed include:

Further announcements are expected over the coming months as development progresses towards its early-2027 launch.

A significant moment for IndyCar

The release of IndyCar Racing The Game represents more than simply another racing title entering the market.

For the championship, it provides an opportunity to strengthen its global profile by reaching younger audiences through interactive entertainment, while offering long-time supporters a modern and authentic digital representation of the series.

For gamers, the combination of iRacing’s simulation expertise and IndyCar’s uniquely varied racing calendar promises one of the most technically demanding open-wheel experiences available on consoles and PC.

If the finished product delivers on those ambitions, IndyCar Racing The Game could become one of the most important releases in motorsport gaming when it arrives in early 2027, ending a wait of more than two decades for a dedicated IndyCar title.