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NASCAR 25

NASCAR 25

Released: 10/14/2025

iRacing is proud to present NASCAR 25, the official game of NASCAR featuring ALL FOUR National Series, the ARCA Menards Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, and NASCAR Cup Series. NASCAR 25 will feature all the action you've come to expect from the developers of the most authentic racing experience and simulation ever created. In addition, iRacing has brought laser scanned car models and tracks for a level of authenticity that is previously unmatched. With a physics model tuned by the experts, and based on real world feedback from actual NASCAR drivers and race teams, you'll be immersed in the sights and sounds of race day like never before. From Quick Race, Championship, Multiplayer, or Career, the combinations of tracks, cars, and experiences will keep you coming back for more. Work your way from your backyard shop in ARCA Menards series all the way through a multi-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion in Career Mode, and show the world what you're made of. It's the NASCAR game you've been waiting and asking for! Welcome to NASCAR 25!

iRacing is proud to present NASCAR 25, the official game of NASCAR featuring ALL FOUR National Series, the ARCA Menards Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, and NASCAR Cup Series. NASCAR 25 will feature all the action you've come to expect from the developers of the most authentic racing experience and simulation ever created. In addition, iRacing has brought laser scanned car models and tracks for a level of authenticity that is previously unmatched. With a physics model tuned by the experts, and based on real world feedback from actual NASCAR drivers and race teams, you'll be immersed in the sights and sounds of race day like never before. From Quick Race, Championship, Multiplayer, or Career, the combinations of tracks, cars, and experiences will keep you coming back for more. Work your way from your backyard shop in ARCA Menards series all the way through a multi-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion in Career Mode, and show the world what you're made of. It's the NASCAR game you've been waiting and asking for! Welcome to NASCAR 25!

iRacing is proud to present NASCAR 25, the official game of NASCAR featuring ALL FOUR National Series, the ARCA Menards Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, and NASCAR Cup Series. NASCAR 25 will feature all the action you've come to expect from the developers of the most authentic racing experience and simulation ever created. In addition, iRacing has brought laser scanned car models and tracks for a level of authenticity that is previously unmatched. With a physics model tuned by the experts, and based on real world feedback from actual NASCAR drivers and race teams, you'll be immersed in the sights and sounds of race day like never before. From Quick Race, Championship, Multiplayer, or Career, the combinations of tracks, cars, and experiences will keep you coming back for more. Work your way from your backyard shop in ARCA Menards series all the way through a multi-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion in Career Mode, and show the world what you're made of. It's the NASCAR game you've been waiting and asking for! Welcome to NASCAR 25!

Critics
74
Steam
73
Metacritic
64

Score Breakdown

74.1

Critic Average

23 reviews

73

Steam User Score

1,873 reviews

64

Metacritic User Score

25 reviews

Disparity Breakdown

Steam Disparity
+1.3
Metacritic Disparity
+10.1
Combined Disparity
+5.7

Average of both sources

Review Timing

22 launch window (96%)1 late (4%)

Review summary

Updated Oct 18, 2026

Based on 23 scored critic reviews, critics give this game an average score of 74.1/100. Critics score this game 1.3 points higher than Steam users and 10.1 points higher than Metacritic users.

How these comparisons are calculated
Sources behind this summary(5 recent of 23)+
  1. Pixel Arts StaffviaPixel Arts
    Dec 27, 2025·Late review
    85/100View review
    Steam 72.8/100 · +12.2 ptsMetacritic 64/100 · +21.0 pts
  2. Rectify Gaming StaffviaRectify Gaming
    Nov 13, 2025·Launch window
    80/100View review
    Steam 72.8/100 · +7.2 ptsMetacritic 64/100 · +16.0 pts
  3. Ed AcostaviaSaving Content
    Nov 11, 2025·Launch window
    100/100View review
    Steam 72.8/100 · +27.2 ptsMetacritic 64/100 · +36.0 pts
  4. Leonardo FariaviaWayTooManyGames
    Nov 7, 2025·Launch window
    70/100View review
    Steam 72.8/100 · -2.8 ptsMetacritic 64/100 · +6.0 pts
  5. Matúš ŠtrbaviaSECTOR.sk
    Nov 6, 2025·Launch window
    70/100View review
    Steam 72.8/100 · -2.8 ptsMetacritic 64/100 · +6.0 pts