| Le Mans Ultimate | |
|---|---|
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| Developer(s) | Studio 397 |
| Publisher(s) | Motorsport Games |
| Engine | isiMotor 2.5 |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows |
| Genre(s) | Racing simulation |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Le Mans Ultimate is an upcoming racing video game simulating the FIA World Endurance Championship. It is being developed by Studio 397 and published by Motorsport Games.[1] It was announced in June 2023 and originally slated for release in December of that year,[2] the release date was pushed back and the game was released on Steam in early access on 20 February 2024.[3][4]
Gameplay
Le Mans Ultimate features three distinct classes of race cars, all of which feature in the 24 Hours of Le Mans as well as the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship, those being Le Mans Hypercar (LMH), Le Mans Prototype 2 (LMP2), and Grand Touring Endurance (LMGTE).[5]
All seven tracks from the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship are present in the game, including Sebring, Portimão, Spa-Francorchamps, Circuit de la Sarthe, Monza, Fuji, and Bahrain.[6]
Race Weekend is Le Mans Ultimate's single-player mode where players can set how many classes will be on track, weather forecast, time scaling, fuel usage scaling, and tyre wear scaling.[7]
Online multiplayer is present in early access. Players can compete in daily races, limited timed special events, or create a private session for select players to join.[7]
Reception
Le Mans Ultimate was met with fairly positive reviews when it entered Early Access. Many players stated that the game had potential, praising the physics model and the driving experience, however, it was criticized for its lack of game modes and the large amount of bugs present at launch.[8]
References
- ^ "Home". Le Mans Ultimate. Retrieved 2024-02-20.
- ^ msoweb (2023-06-05). "Official 24 Hours of Le Mans game announced and named 'Le Mans Ultimate'". Le Mans Ultimate. Retrieved 2024-02-20.
- ^ msoweb (2024-02-01). "Le Mans Ultimate announces Early Access release plan ahead of February launch". Le Mans Ultimate. Retrieved 2024-03-12.
- ^ ben.buesnel (2024-02-20). "Official 24 Hours of Le Mans game, Le Mans Ultimate, available today!". Le Mans Ultimate. Retrieved 2024-03-12.
- ^ "Cars". Le Mans Ultimate. Retrieved 2024-02-20.
- ^ "Circuits". Le Mans Ultimate. Retrieved 2024-03-12.
- ^ a b "Everything You Need To Know About Le Mans UItimate | Feature | CarThrottle". www.carthrottle.com. 2024-02-23. Retrieved 2024-03-12.
- ^ Team, OverTake (2024-02-20). "Le Mans Ultimate Hands-On: A Work-In-Progress Sim". OverTake. Retrieved 2024-03-12.
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