Driveclub update brings new level cap, paves way for new features

PlayStation 4 exclusive racing game Driveclub is getting a new update next week that will raise the level cap from 50 to 55. The new level cap isn't the final level cap though; it will continue to increase every month (what level it will stop at has not been revealed by Evolution Studios).

The update is set to release on May 26th, on top of the level cap it will bring new menu images showing off the best #PS4Share pictures created by players, add statistics for all the cars in the expansion packs and free downloads, a new toggle option for On-Screen Display that won't pause the game, and general improvements to game stability.

Evolution will be adding new features to the game in following updates:

• More server upgrades: Enhancing connectivity for all players and making the required changes to enable the release of the PS+ Edition and DRIVECLUB companion app.
• Private lobbies: Development of Private Lobbies for Multiplayer is ongoing alongside development of server improvements.
• New Driver levels: More will be added each month with new rewards for every level.
• Big improvements to challenges: To make them easier to use and to improve server performance further.
• New Accolades: For Japan & new manufacturers.
• More Cars & Tours: The Season Pass runs to July and we have more popular cars and manufacturers coming to DRIVECLUB!
• More Game Updates: With improvements based on your feedback!

The update will not only target game functionality, it will also bring new add-ons to the PlayStation Store:

• Adds support for the DS Survolt, coming to PlayStation Store as a free download.
• Adds support for the Lamborghini Icons Expansion Pack
• The Lamborghini Icons Car Pack includes: Lamborghini Sesto Elemento, Lamborghini Reventón, Lamborghini Murciélago LP 670-4 Super Veloce and Lamborghini Diablo Super Veloce.
• The Lamborghini Icons Tour Pack includes 11 new Events and 5 new Trophies.
• Earn every star in the Lamborghini Icons Tour to earn a bonus Livery.
• Adds support for the Torque Tour Pack which includes 11 new Events and 5 new Trophies.
• Earn every star in the Torque Tour to earn a bonus Livery.
• Adds support for 2 new livery packs and each Livery Pack contains 5 new livery patterns to customise your cars with.

[Evolution]