iRacing

Competitive motorsport simulation with organized online races and dynamic tracks

iRacing.com Motorsport Simulations, iRacing · Released Jan 12, 2015

Massively Multiplayer Racing Simulation Sports

Reviews: Very Positive; 85% of 7,655
Recent reviews: Very Positive; 81% of 153 in 30 days
Playing now: 569; peak 24h 1,195
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update: 1 week ago; Sep 11, 2026

What is iRacing?

A Windows motorsport simulation centered on organized online racing in licensed cars on laser-scanned tracks. You practice, qualify, compete in races and time trials, or join team and league events across several racing disciplines, with track surfaces changing during events.

For you if...

+you want structured online competition and skill-based progression
+you value detailed force feedback and realistic handling
+you enjoy practicing before serious races

Not for you if...

−you want forgiving, arcade-style driving with minimal practice
−you prioritize modern graphics over simulation detail

What players say

85% of 7,655 reviews are positive · 81% of 153 in the last 30 days

Players most often praise the force feedback, driving physics, matchmaking, and organized online competition. The dominant complaint is the cost: the subscription includes limited content, while many cars and tracks require separate purchases. Players also report that the subscription price recently increased.

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iRacing system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows 10 64-Bit, Windows 11 64-Bit
Processor: 4 core CPU or better – Some Examples (but not limited to): Intel Core i5-6600, Intel Core i7-4790, AMD Ryzen 3 4300G
Graphics: A gaming graphics card with at least 6GB of DEDICATED memory – Some examples (but not limited to): Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070, RX 5600XT
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Storage: 25 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11

OS: Windows 10 64-Bit, Windows 11 64-Bit
Processor: 8 core or more CPUSome Examples (but not limited to): Intel Core Ultra 7 and 9, Intel Core i7-14700, AMD Ryzen 7 9700X, AMD Ryzen 9 9900X
Graphics: Gaming graphics card with at least 8GB of DEDICATED memory (some examples but not limited to Nvidia 2080 TI or AMD Radeon VII)
Memory: 32 GB RAM
Storage: 100 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11