RaceRoom's September 2025 Update: Hypercars and Super Tourers Added

In a major boost for sim racing enthusiasts, KW Studios has rolled out RaceRoom's Q3 2025 update on September 25, 2025, introducing thrilling new vehicle classes and a host of enhancements that elevate the free-to-play simulator's appeal. This update marks a significant evolution, blending cutting-edge content with technical refinements to draw in more competitive racers while maintaining the game's accessible core.

New Vehicle Classes: Hypercars and Super Tourers Take Center Stage

The headline additions are the debut of the Hypercar class, featuring three LMDh prototypes that bring high-stakes endurance racing to life. Players can now pilot the BMW M Hybrid V8, powered by a twin-turbo V8 hybrid on a Dallara chassis; the Lamborghini SC63, with its Ligier chassis and bespoke twin-turbo V8; and the Porsche 963, utilizing a Multimatic chassis and a hybrid system inspired by the 918 Spyder. These cars include full simulations of hybrid systems, internal combustion engine maps, and virtual energy management, allowing for strategic depth in races that mirrors real-world prototypes.

Complementing the hypercars is the expansion of the Super Touring class with the Renault Laguna Supertouring. This late-1990s icon, equipped with a naturally aspirated 2.0L engine, sequential gearbox, and aerodynamic tweaks, revives the golden era of touring car racing and adds variety to the roster. These vehicles are available as DLC through the RaceRoom store, encouraging players to expand their garages for diverse racing experiences.

Graphics Upgrades: A Visual Overhaul for Immersion

RaceRoom's visuals have received a substantial upgrade, modernizing the sim's look and performance. Key improvements include Physically Based Rendering (PBR) for materials, enhanced car reflections, and realistic sunlight and ambient lighting. New shaders deliver stunning effects at various times of day— from morning and noon with dynamic clouds to dramatic sunsets—replacing the previous clear blue skies for a more atmospheric experience.

These changes not only make the game more visually appealing but also optimize performance, with a refactored source code bringing it to modern standards. Support for outdated features like SLI/Multi-GPU has been dropped, ensuring a smoother run on contemporary hardware.

Evolving for Competitive Racers: Multiplayer and Gameplay Refinements

As a free-to-play title, RaceRoom is positioning itself as a go-to platform for serious sim racers through targeted enhancements. The ranked multiplayer system has undergone a complete overhaul, featuring a modernized user interface, streamlined race registration, smart matchmaking with automatic splits, and a structured event calendar including Daily Races, Weekly Races, and Special Events. This setup fosters fair, engaging competition and reduces barriers for newcomers while rewarding skilled drivers.

Gameplay tweaks further cater to the competitive crowd. AI now adapts better to track grip variations and avoids unnecessary downshifts, making offline practice more realistic. Force feedback has been refined with fade-in/out effects to prevent jolts, and lap times are invalidated for excessive suspension exploits, curbing cheesy shortcuts. New assists like Autoblip for gearboxes and preheated engines when leaving the pits add accessibility without compromising depth.

Additional updates across vehicle classes—such as improved dampers and tyre wear in Formula RaceRoom 90, or medium compounds in DTM 1995—fine-tune physics for balanced, strategic racing. The Shared Memory API has been updated (though breaking backward compatibility), opening doors for third-party tools that competitive communities love.

The Bigger Picture: RaceRoom's Path Forward

This September update signals a new era for RaceRoom, blending fresh content with foundational improvements to attract a broader, more dedicated player base. By focusing on hypercars and super tourers, alongside visual and competitive upgrades, the sim is evolving from a niche free-to-play option into a robust contender in the crowded sim racing market. Whether you're a casual driver or an esports hopeful, these changes make RaceRoom worth revisiting—or discovering for the first time.