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NASCAR 25 Launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S as iRacing’s First Console Title

Early reviews point to authentic racing alongside notable launch shortcomings.

Overview

  • The game is available now on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with a $59.99 Standard Edition and a $79.99 Gold Edition that includes a Season Pass, which is also sold separately for $24.99.
  • iRacing Studios’ debut console entry features real drivers and all four premier NASCAR series, with the ARCA Menards Series included in a standalone title for the first time.
  • Coverage cites laser‑scanned cars and tracks and iRacing‑tuned physics as key to its simulation focus and strong on‑track feel.
  • Early impressions praise fun, weighty handling and capable AI but report messy 40‑player public lobbies, the absence of season co‑op at launch, and various technical hiccups, with Series S visuals drawing criticism from some players.
  • A PC version is slated to arrive on Steam on November 11, 2025.