Assetto Corsa EVO Early Access Goes Live on Steam

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The journey begins now: Assetto Corsa EVO Early Access is live on Steam! Imagine sitting behind the wheel of your dream car, the engine roaring, with the track stretching out before you. Feel the changing light as you accelerate, the road alive beneath your tires. This isn't just a game—it's the start of your driving journey.

For the next two weeks, until January 30th, join Assetto Corsa EVO Early Access at 20% off. By joining now, you'll receive all the content featured in version 1.0 for free. This is your chance to be part of the game's evolution at the lowest price of the entire EA program—immerse yourself in every thrilling lap and turn while shaping the future of the game.




Discover the future of racing in Assetto Corsa EVO:

Gameplay: Your race, your way
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, Assetto Corsa EVO tailors the experience to you. Begin with Free Practice to master your favorite tracks, or dive into Quick Race for an exciting challenge. The AI adapts to your skill level, pushing you to become faster and more strategic. At the core is The Driving Academy, where you'll earn licenses to unlock faster cars and exclusive events. Earn XP and credits to customize your cars with authentic parts. Unsure which car suits you? Rent one, take it for a spin, and commit when you're ready.

Graphics: A living world
Feel the warmth of the sun or the chill of the rain as you race. Assetto Corsa EVO's dynamic weather and lighting ensure that every race feels unique. Every reflection and shadow is crafted to immerse you, making you feel part of something larger.

Physics: Unmatched driving sensation
The new physics model brings you closer to the road. Whether you're sliding through a corner or pushing your limits on the straights, enhanced grip feedback and suspension dynamics make every moment feel real. The updated tyre model lets you sense every detail of the road beneath you.

Audio: Hear the race
Close your eyes, and you might believe you're on the track. The sound captures every detail, from gravel kicking up to exhaust crackles and curbing transitions, making the experience even more immersive.

Compatibility: A world of control
No matter your setup—whether it's VR headsets, triple screens, or a full racing rig—Assetto Corsa EVO is optimized for seamless control. With tailored presets and the Wheel Setup Guide [Get it here], every detail is fine-tuned to your liking.

Cars and Tracks: A world of choices
From the agile Abarth 695 Biposto to the powerful Ferrari 296 GTB, every car is crafted with stunning detail. Tackle famous circuits, from the tight turns of Bathurst to the iconic Corkscrew of Laguna Seca, and the intricate layout of Suzuka.

Curious to explore the full list of cars and tracks? Discover them all here.

Following the initial feature reveals, we're now sharing a comprehensive Road Map (see above) for the Early Access Program, outlining our development plans and future updates. Please note that content, features, and release schedules are subject to change. We reserve the right to modify or delay them to ensure the highest product quality. Updates will be communicated through official channels.

Take the wheel—the journey starts now!

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[jak_2456]

I am really excited to see what comes out of this. I just hope that Kunos doesn't fumble this game like Playground Games did with Forza Motorsport. I'll make sure to check some more user reports before I buy AC Evo, though.

 

[freeagent]

I fell for this for the original AC. Promised all the stuff if I bought the game early. They did not, so I do not play their game. Early access back then I think was only around 40 or 50 bucks, but that is about 80-90 bucks now after inflation.

Nope.

 

[BlaezaLite]

I am really excited to see what comes out of this. I just hope that Kunos doesn't fumble this game like Playground Games did with Forza Motorsport. I'll make sure to check some more user reports before I buy AC Evo, though.

Turn 10 are the devs for FM8, not playground games.

 

[colossusrageblack]

I downloaded it yesterday, unfortunately my significant other accidently knocked my monitors into one another and destroyed my center monitor, so I'm holding off until my new monitor arrives.

 

[theglaze]

• AI is terrible, cannot be raced cleanly or in large groups. Pile ups at the drop of the green flag. Opponents will sit right at the edge of your rear bumper, won't pass, and pit maneuver you.
• Apparently licenses and academy stuff is online content, and they can't get the servers online for those services.
• Day 1 had only 5 FWD cars available and 1 RWD, a terrible decision.
• Numerous bugs, glitches, and problems (which are expected of an EA title)
• Triple monitor support seems limited to only Nvidia Surround enabled screens.
• VR performance with top-end hardware 9800X3D+4090 is terrible.

Steam review bombing started within the first we hours, because of everything above.
People thought it was over-hyped and under-delivered for a $30 USD EA game.
Kunos wisely decided to unlock ALL the cars while they try to figure out the technical issues and get the online services activated.
Once online is working, they will lock cars away and users will have to unlock the through gameplay.

 

[Scrizz]

I guess people don't know what early access is...
It's not early access to a complete game...

 

[Veseleil]

I had hopes for this one, as anyone could figure from my comment on a previous related article.

But now, after reading all those Steam reviews and thoughts of many race-sim enthusiasts, I clearly see that Kunos decided to join "f**k the customer" club by introducing anti-consumer practices, as well as indirectly saying "screw all of you, our dear community, that made our original game much better than we ever dreamed it may become, but we'll have this one in our new way nonetheless".

Well, that's your choice Kunos, have it your way, but the community will have the last words, whether you like them or not.
And what I may summarize as my personal opinion is, this game is DOA people, don't bother. This always-online POS won't match the original game + CM preview builds + Pure + one of the best & largest game communities out there, not in a million years. Cheers.

 

[colossusrageblack]

Update: I got my monitor, I tried it, the driving feels great, but there's significant performance issues and graphical artifacts. The performance issues are really apparent when you put a couple of other cars on the track. My sim rig is a 5600X and a 6950XT, so no slouch and I'm getting sub 30fps whenever there's 7 other cars on screen, it seems to be a CPU issue because once the cars leave my site, it runs better again. My resolution is 7680x1440, I'm using high settings, with a few medium settings. If you haven't bought it yet, I'd wait, it's not ready and not really worth playing at the moment. Maybe an X3D chip will help, but it's still not ready. I'm excited though, it's definitely a step in the right direction, I can't wait until modders make areas to drive around in and add cars.