Assetto Corsa Rally spin-off game announced, November early access release

• Assetto Corsa Rally enters Steam Early Access on 13th November
• Uses the same physics engine as other Assetto Corsa games, adapted for mixed surface driving
• Created by an all-new studio, separate from Assetto Corsa EVO, called Supernove Games Studios
• Includes five game modes, four special stages and 10 cars
• Priced at £24.99 / €29.99 / $29.99

In a surprise announcement, Assetto Corsa Rally has been unveiled at the SimRacing Expo, a new rallying spin-off that’s set to enter Early Access on 13^th November. Yes, that’s less than a month from now.  

Notably, this is the first main series entry that longtime developer Kunos Simulazioni isn’t helming, though the Italian developer remains a technical partner. Instead, Assetto Corsa Rally is in development by Supernova Games Studios, a new Italian studio formed in 2021 that’s part of Kunos’ parent company Digital Bros Group.

Assetto Corsa Rally will use a modified physics engine  

Assetto Corsa Rally aims to deliver an “authentic and immersive experience” that “captures the unique essence of rallying.” It runs on a modified version of Assetto Corsa’s physics engine adapted for mixed surfaces, jumps and dynamic weather, complementing the asphalt-based Assetto Corsa, Competizione and Evo titles.

From Traxion’s brief hands-on, we can safely say the vehicle handling is a simulation.

The visuals are a customised version of Unreal Engine 5.

Mirroring the standard set by previous Assetto Corsa titles, every rally stage is based on real locations and accurately laser-scanned – a first for a rally game, the company claims. As you navigate the treacherous stages, you’ll be guided by pace notes recorded by real-life professional co-drivers.

Initially, the Early Access release will launch with five game modes, 33km of roads and four special stages with 18 variants across Wales and Alsace. It will also include 10 rally cars from Group B, WRC and Rally2 classes, including the Citroën Xsara WRC, Lancia Delta HF Integrale and Peugeot 208 Rally4.

Here’s every car we have spotted so far:

• Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione 1992
• Peugeot 208 Rally4 2020
• Fiat 131 Abarth 1976
• Hyundai i20 Rally2 2021
• Citroen Xsara 2003
• Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA

Every car is recreated with laser scans and CAD data, with authentic audio and an advanced visual and physical damage model that hampers the vehicle’s performance.  

Triples, VR, multiplayer

Triple screen support is also confirmed for the start of Early Access, with Traxion testing this setup at the SimRacing Expo.

While online multiplayer is being reserved for later in development, the Early Access version will feature online leaderboards and special events, including asynchronous time trials.

While there’s no release window yet, the final game is set to include over 120 km of roads, ten special stages with over 35 variants and five locations, with more to be added in future updates.

Over 30 cars and new game modes are also planned for the final version, including a rally school and career mode, plus VR support.

A rally version of Assetto Corsa is “one of the most frequent requests”

With EA’s hardcore DiRT Rally series now dormant, Kunos saw a gap in the market for a realistic rally simulator. “A rally version of Assetto Corsa, when?! It has been one of the most frequent questions I’ve received over these years,” says Kunos Simulazioni co-founder, Marco Massarutto.

“A proper rally simulation requires a dedicated approach that can leverage the unique aspects of this motorsports discipline,” he adds.

“Racing primarily against the chronometer, rather than against dozens of real-time processed AI opponents, frees up noticeable CPU resources, and this allows developers to push the boundaries of physics, as well as mechanical behaviour and tyre models, across different surfaces that Assetto Corsa Rally will feature and simulate.”

“The result is a dedicated and genuine rally simulation, powered by the Assetto Corsa physics engine, that can fully exploit its potential without compromise.”

“Combining this advanced engine with some of the best real rally stages reproduced using laser-scan technology, the most iconic rally cars, adding up on the passion and competence of the Supernova dev-team, will allow to deliver an ultimate experience that fans have been anticipating for decades.”

Assetto Corsa Rally is playable at the SimRacing Expo this weekend on multiple stands, with a main stage at the Fanatec area. If you can’t make the event, you won’t have to wait long to play it.

Save 5% on Sim Racing Expo tickets by using the code ‘TRAXION’ at checkout.

Assetto Corsa Rally release date and price

Assetto Corsa Rally releases on Steam Early Access on 13^th November, 2025. It’s priced at £24.99 / €29,99 / $29.99 and available to pre-order on Steam. Console versions are also in development, though a release window for the final game are yet to be announced.

Are you surprised to see Assetto Corsa get a rally spin-off? Let us know in the comments below.

At the SimRacing Expo, Kunos also unveiled Assetto Corsa EVO’s v0.4 update, which adds nine cars and three tracks, including the Nurburgring and Road Atlanta.