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Global Publisher 505 Games and developer KUNOS Simulazioni are pleased to share more details via a new Keynote Video About Assetto Corsa EVO, the latest evolution in the acclaimed Assetto Corsa series, released on January 16, 2025 at Steam Early Access debuts.

New keynote video provides additional details about the Open World aspect and discusses the new features and content of Assetto Corsa EVO, while also giving hints about what players can expect in the coming weeks and months.

Following recent revelations, the game will introduce an open-world map that will feature the iconic Eifel region in Germany, around the legendary motorsports complex Nürburgring, accurately mimics.

The open-world map will be released in the summer of 2025, during Assetto Corsa EVO’s Early Access period. The map will be released in stages, with ongoing updates and new content gradually expanded. The area is accurately reproduced with advanced LIDAR technology and a KUNOS-developed terrain technology for unparalleled precision and realism.

The open-world area also offers a high level of interaction. Players will have the chance to work with local businesses, rent cars and upgrade their vehicles with aftermarket parts thanks to the numerous workshops and centers actually present in the region.

During the keynote highlights Marco Massarutto, Co-Founder and Executive Manager at KUNOS Simulazioni, how Assetto Corsa EVO’s features remain true to the DNA and reputation of the franchise. He shows how the latest developments add a new level of realism to the racing simulation experience thanks to various aspects, such as:

• The advanced KUNOS engine which supports dynamic weather conditions and real-time track conditions.
• The highly detailed tracks, newly brought to life using laser-scanning technology.
• The groundbreaking game physics, with improved suspension and tire models and enhanced vehicle dynamics, offering a more authentic racing experience.

Game content (modes, cars, tracks, in-game economy, etc.) that will be available in the Early Access version in January, future updates and what to expect upon full release in the fall of 2025 are also discussed.

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Watch the new Keynote Video immediately to learn all about it and prepare for the Early Access release in January!

“Assetto Corsa EVO is primarily a love letter to the automotive world and the lifestyle of car enthusiasts,” said Marco Massarutto. “Our concept of ‘open world’ is designed to let players enjoy each car in its full glory, whether on the track or on public roads, experiencing pure driving pleasure and simply enjoying the ride. However, it is important to emphasize that realism and precision remain the core values of our AC franchise so that we can provide our community with the most authentic and realistic driving simulation experience. We will not sacrifice these values.”

“While we understand that the open-world feature can be a very innovative aspect of the game, it is important to clarify that this feature is only one of the gameplay modes in Assetto Corsa EVO is. The game also remains playable in the traditional way. It is an additional feature to enrich the players’ experience, on top of the available circuits, for a driving simulation dedicated to maximum realism.”

Assetto Corsa EVO appears on January 16 at Steam Early Access and contains 20 cars from different classes and 5 tracks spread across 4 continents. Version 1.0 is expected in the fall of 2025 and will include 100 cars, at least 15 officially licensed tracks, and more tracks to follow as free updates.