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NASCAR 25 Launches with Star Drivers and Career Mode

10/15/2025

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Summary

NASCAR 25 Launch

NASCAR and iRacing launched NASCAR 25 on October 14, 2025 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Developed by iRacing Studios, the game includes drivers William Byron and Chase Elliott and all four premier NASCAR series.
Career Mode is guided by Dale Earnhardt Jr., with Standard Edition at $59.99 and Gold Edition at $79.99.
A PC version arrives November 11, 2025, and early feedback has been positive.

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History

Historical Context

NASCAR's foray into video gaming began in 2000 with the release of NASCAR Heat, developed by Monster Games, which sold over 1 million copies. This marked a pivotal moment in motorsport gaming, leading to subsequent titles like NASCAR The Game: 2011. Today, NASCAR 25 continues this legacy, reflecting the gaming industry's growth and the increasing popularity of competitive racing experiences.

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NASCAR 25 Launch

NASCAR and iRacing launched NASCAR 25 on October 14, 2025 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Developed by iRacing Studios, the game includes drivers William Byron and Chase Elliott and all four premier NASCAR series.
Career Mode is guided by Dale Earnhardt Jr., with Standard Edition at $59.99 and Gold Edition at $79.99.
A PC version arrives November 11, 2025, and early feedback has been positive.

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