Project CARS 2 announced by Slightly Mad Studios

Racing simulator to see an even bigger sequel

Project CARS 2 has been announced by Slightly Mad Studios. And just like the first game, it will be crowdfunded through the World of Mass Development portal.The portal is Slightly Mad's innovative way to allow anyone to be involved in the production of a AAA game as well as have feedback at every step along the way. 

This past May saw the release of Project CARS on PS4, Xbox One and PC utlizing the same technique and was widely successful. Slightly Mad will look to expand upon its success, promising the largest track roster ever, widest variety of motorsports, cooperative careers, and much more. According to some early details, over 200 race cars along with a co-op and Esports racing career modes will be added to the game. Check out the full list of features below:

  • THE LARGEST TRACK ROSTER EVER – 50 unique locations and 200+ courses including ‘loose surface racing’ on dirt, gravel, mud, and snow. All will have dynamic time of day and weather allowing you to play anytime, anywhere
  • THE WIDEST VARIETY OF MOTORSPORTS – with 8 different disciplines now including Rallycross, Hillclimbs, and Touge. 200+ cars from over 40 different vehicle classes including never-before-seen Concepts and Banned Race Cars
  • CO-OP CAREER – Play as the Teammate Driver, Spotter, Driver Swap, or Co-Pilot. More choices, more opportunities, more strategy, greater risks and greater rewards
  • SEAMLESSLY CONNECTED – Socialize and compete via Online Track Days, have players from around the world take the place of AI-controlled drivers in your solo play, and get news updates on the Driver Network around you
  • PRO ESPORTS RACING – Skill & Behavioural-based matchmaking, create your own Online Racing Leagues, and Live Broadcast and Spectator functionality
  • YOUR HOME FOR RACING – Your own personal, customisable Test Track to tune and test your cars. Invite others to showcase your passion for racing and learn race craft and engineering with the Project CARS Academy
There is currently no release timeframe for Project CARS 2 but platforms are listed as PS4, Xbox One, PC and Steam.