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What it is
Project CARS 2 is a 2017 sim racing game from Slightly Mad Studios, published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment. Its listed car roster includes more than 180 race and road cars, and its racing covers disciplines such as IndyCar, oval racing, rallycross, and GT3. Dynamic surface and weather physics affect vehicle performance and handling, while loose-surface racing includes ice, dirt, and mud. The game also features a full 24-hour cycle, real-time atmospheric conditions, and seasonal ambience. Career progression is derived from real-world racing, and its online features include PvP and online championships. Players can use a gamepad or a wide range of wheels; VR support is also listed. Project CARS 2 supports single-player and multiplayer, with Steam achievements, cloud saves, leaderboards, and Family Sharing. It is listed for Windows, with Steam genres identifying it as a racing game.
What players like, and what they don't
- More than 180 race and road cars.
- Weather and surface physics affect handling.
- Includes IndyCar, oval racing, and rallycross.
- Supports VR and a range of wheels.
- Offers multiplayer, PvP, and online championships.
- Listed for Windows only.
- No price or free plan is listed.
Who it suits
It suits racing fans who want single-player career progression as well as multiplayer and online PvP. VR support, gamepad handling, and wheel support give players several listed ways to race.
Project CARS 2 combines a broad range of racing disciplines with changing weather and track surfaces. Its mix of career play, online competition, VR, and controller options covers several ways to approach sim racing.
