Le Mans Ultimate (available on Steam) has emerged as the definitive game for fans of the FIA World Endurance Championship and the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans. This game ushers players into the thrilling new era of sportscar racing, offering a richly immersive experience for both veteran sim racers and newcomers to the genre. Designed to evolve in tandem with the actual FIA WEC series, Le Mans Ultimate starts players off with seven circuits and 12 cars, complemented by over 100 different livery variations, ensuring a dynamic and varied racing experience from the outset.
The game gives players the chance to drive the latest manufacturer Hypercars from the landmark 2023 centenary season, equipped with cutting-edge technology. Players can recreate intense on-track rivalries featuring top brands like Toyota, Ferrari, Porsche, Cadillac, Peugeot, Glickenhaus, and Vanwall. Whether leading the charge as a privateer or joining forces with automotive giants, victory is the ultimate goal. Beyond the Hypercars, Le Mans Ultimate boasts a competitive lineup of classes, including the high-stakes LMP2 and the fiercely contested GTE cars, known for their close and thunderous racing.
At its core, Le Mans Ultimate is powered by the industry-leading physics and handling simulation DNA of pMotor 2.5, a system refined from its implementation in rFactor2. This foundation ensures an authentic and responsive racing experience.
Studio 397 has painstakingly collaborated with manufacturers to deliver the most authentic cars to the grid. By utilizing CAD designs, technical data, detailed drawings, extensive photography, and precise sound recordings, the vehicles in “Le Mans Ultimate” achieve unparalleled accuracy in appearance, performance, and sound, setting a new standard for sim racing titles.
Racers will face the exhilarating challenge of navigating some of the world’s most celebrated circuits, including the seven venues featured in the 2023 calendar. These include Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Sebring International Raceway, Bahrain International Circuit, Algarve International Circuit (Portimão), Fuji Speedway, and the legendary Circuit de la Sarthe in Le Mans, offering the quintessential backdrop for the ultimate racing showdown.