Posts By John Munro
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3.3KF1 22WATCH: EA SPORTS F1 22 ranked online multiplayer overview
John Munro tries the ranked online racing within EA SPORTS F1 22 for the first time, working through the Placement rankings. Did...
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1.3KCommunityEmily Jones: Events like ESL R1 ‘long overdue’
We spoke to Australian sim racing extraordinaire Emily Jones, aka Emree, at the inaugural ESL R1 racing esports competition to get a...
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WATCH: A tribute to Ken Block, completing Battersea Park in DiRT 3
On Monday 2nd January 2023 (US time) family, friends and the motorsport community lost Ken Block. Our thoughts are with his family,...
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WATCH: Your guide to sim racing defending
John Munro explains the dark art of defending your position in sim racing, how to hold on and also, how not to.
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WATCH: Assetto Corsa – the current state of online multiplayer, 2022
John revisits the 2014 Assetto Corsa, without mods, to see if there's still a vibrant online multiplayer scene and if the experience...
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WATCH: The Five BEST New Racing Games of 2022
Watch what we think are the five best racing games released in 2022, but also what nearly made the cut and the...
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Thrustmaster T818 wheel base review: Time to get serious
Thrustmaster's first ever direct drive sim racing wheel base, the T818, comes out fighting with a laser-focused approach and visceral feedback.
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Sebastian Job becomes official F1 Sim Test Driver for Oracle Red Bull Racing
Oracle Red Bull Racing Esports' Sebastian Job has revealed he is now the F1 team's official Sim Test Driver.
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Thrustmaster T128 review: The best budget gaming steering wheel
The entry-level Thrustmaster T128 is for those on a budget or just getting into more serous racing games, and it nails the...
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Review: Moza’s RS V2 sim racing wheel highlights rapid progress
Moza has replaced its RS Steering Wheel with a brand new V2 iteration - and it's a significant step forward. Here's everything...
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WATCH: Hands-on with the Vanwall Hypercar, Thruxton and Croft in rFactor 2
Here's an early, hands-on, test of the Vanwall Vandervell LMH and Thruxton Circuit for rFactor 2, releasing in November 2022.
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Seven key changes that would improve Gran Turismo 7
Although we love Gran Turismo 7 it hasn't shaped up to be the experience we were hoping for.. We examine seven key...
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The hidden gems you can drive in Total Immersion Racing
2002's Total Immersion Racing contained some of motorsport's most recognisable and successful cars. However, it also featured some less well-known examples that...
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WATCH: TrackDayR has come a long way
18 months after it first launched in Early Access, it's time to re-visit Italian indie motorcycle simulator TrackDayR for a progress report.
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WATCH: Every racing game with current Formula 1 cars
John Munro tries out the current Formula 1-inspired cars in RaceRoom, rFactor 2, iRacing, Automobilista 2, F1 22 and Assetto Corsa.
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Hands-on with art of rally’s new Indonesian stages
With the release of the Indonesia update for PC players on Thursday (22nd September 2022), I think we can finally say that...
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WATCH: Fanatec CSL Elite V2 Pedals review
We go hands-on with the new Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals V2, which are unveiled and available for sale right now. Priced at...
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WATCH: The hidden discipline within Live For Speed
We test the user-generated track editor creations for Live for Speed and the latest vehicle mods available within the 20-year-old simulation.
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WATCH: The first race in F1 Manager 2022
John Munro tries out the opening stages of a F1 Manger 2022 season as McLaren team principal.
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Asetek SimSports Pagani Huayra R Pedals review: Matching style with substance
Asetek SimSports has partnered with Pagani for the new Huayra R pedals. John Munro was able to try this market-defining set and...
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Moza CS Steering Wheel review: Big news
The Moza CS Steering Wheel is the latest rim to be added to its sim racing range, the most affordable entry yet....
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Moza SR-P Pedals review: Range extenders
The Moza SR-P Pedals plug an entry-level load-cell gap in the manufacturer's sim racing equipment range handily, but how do they stack...
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WATCH: We made the WORST set-up possible in sim racing
Forget trying to be as quick as possible, John and Oasley try to create the worst possible set-up in sim racing history.
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WATCH: Waluigi Pinball IS BACK in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC 2
Two player, split-screen, action of the latest Boost Course 2 pack for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Nintendo Switch.
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WATCH: Testing the rFactor 2 Q3 2022 content drop
Watch as John Munro tries out the new Ford and Hyundai BTCC cars, the historic Mini and Caterham Academy within rFactor 2.
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Hands-on with Racelogic’s VBOX Simulator Software
We explain why Racelogic's new VBOX Simulator Software can help sim racers hone their driving to find optimal performance.
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WATCH: John Munro play Forza Horizon 5’s Hot Wheels expansion
How does the Forza Horizon 5 Hot Wheels expansion hold up on a PC, using the Steam version and a racing wheel?...
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WATCH: John’s racing game mid-year review
The Traxion.GG YouTube Channel's very own John Munro provides his six-month review in the world of racing games and sim racing for...
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Thrustmaster T248 Xbox review
If you're looking to step your game up and purchase a reasonably priced desk-mounted sim racing steering wheel on Xbox, the Thrustmaster...
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WATCH: How to be fast at Watkins Glen on Assetto Corsa Competizione | Track Guide
It has been well over a year since our last Track Guide for Assetto Corsa Competizione was published, but with the release...
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How haptic technology strengthens the ties between sim racing and motorsport
Having recently tried D-BOX's upcoming G5 haptic feedback and motion system for sim racing, we're more convinced than ever that the worlds...
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Here’s how F1 22 performs in VR
EA SPORTS F1 22 is the first official Formula 1 driving game to feature virtual reality for those on PC. We donned...
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WATCH: The major track changes in the F1 22 game
Pure gameplay of three updated tracks in the F1 22 game - Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Albert Park, Melbourne and Yas Marina Circuit...
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WATCH: How supercars work in F1 22
John Munro guides your through the new F1 Life feature in F1 22 and then road tests the new supercars and associated...
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The ultimate guide to esports racecraft, part one
We provide all the tips and tricks you need to excel in esports racing in part one of our ultimate guide to...
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WATCH: Why you should return to Forza Horizon 5
We return to Forza Horizon 5 with the latest Thrustmaster T248 racing wheel for Xbox to test out the new in-game Ferraris...
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WATCH our F1 22 VR impressions
Virtual reality will be included in EA SPORTS F1 22, the first for an official Formula 1 game. We tried an early...
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WATCH Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.13 put to the test – changeable conditions at Spa
This week, watch as I put the new Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.13 through its paces, including the new cars, Spa 24h...
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WATCH: Sebastian Job on winning titles with Red Bull Racing Esports
We visit Sebastian Job, a world championship winning racing esports driver, in the Oracle Red Bull Racing Esports Erena to find out...
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WATCH: A 2022 ‘F1’ car in VR – Automobilista 2 Update
Watch as we go hands-on, in VR, with Automobilista 2's 'Formula 1' car, the Formula Ultimate Generation 2 plus the 2022 Stock...
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The quickest ways to earn credits in Gran Turismo 7
Following the Version 1.08 update, it's now slightly harder to earn credits within Gran Turismo 7 – here are the quickest ways,...
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54.2KAssetto Corsa
The difference between Assetto Corsa and Assetto Corsa Competizione
For those of us deep within the sim racing community already, the difference between Assetto Corsa and Assetto Competizione is clear. But,...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 19
Continuing the open-wheel Global license championship run from the last episode of John Munro’s Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series, John is...
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25.4KDiRT Rally 2.0
Understanding your co-driver in rally games
The art of communication between two parties comes down to common understanding. This could be through spoken word, written word, body language,...
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Mastering the art of trail braking
Driving quickly is never quite as simple as it seems, and requires a number of different elements all to be working in...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 18
After a tumultuous outing in last week’s episode of John Munro’s Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series, John Traxion and the higher...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 17
It’s the start of the Global Series championships in this week’s episode of John Munro’s Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series. Last...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 16
After a week’s break for the 24 Hours of Le Mans Virtual last weekend, John Munro’s Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series...
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WATCH: What will happen in the F1 2022 season?
With over two months to go until lights out in Bahrain, the Formula 1 2022 Season could be just as exciting as...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 15
Continuing the events from the last episode of John Munro’s Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series, it’s all tied up at the...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 14
Last week, Rick Racing had to let go of the team’s first hire, rookie sensation Gianni Fazio. His replacement, pro driver Lee...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 13
Changes are coming to Rick Racing in today’s episode of John Munro’s Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series. While there were plenty...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 12
After upgrading the Rick Racing shop and upgrading to the Euro A license in the last episode of John Munro’s Let’s Play Race...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 11
Returning to the GRID World of the past, John Munro’s Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series enters its 11th episode this weekend. There’s a...
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WATCH: GRID Legends, first impressions with a wheel
Watch as we try an early preview version GRID Legends with a wheel and a sim racing cockpit. While this clearly isn’t...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 10
In this week’s episode of John Munro’s Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series, John Traxion is heading over to America once again....
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WATCH: Is the new v1.8 Assetto Corsa Competizione update a gamechanger?
Watch as John tests out the latest version of Assetto Corsa Competizione – the Version 1.8 update. Although there is a new...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 8
It’s another Japan-centered episode this week in my Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series. Close to a J license promotion to start...
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7.3KAssetto Corsa Competizione
How to master race starts in Assetto Corsa Competizione
“You can’t ever win a race on lap one, but you can certainly lose it.” Well, yes, I understand the intention behind...
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WATCH: F1 2021 Jeddah Corniche Saudi Arabia Hotlap | 4K Ultra
News broke earlier on Monday (15th November) that the awaited Jeddah Corniche Circuit was finally added to F1 2021. The update is...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 7
I’ve got my elbows out in this week’s episode of my Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series. It’s the demolition derby edition...
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WATCH: The A-Z of sim-racing driver excuses!
We’ve all been there. You had a sim race, and things don’t work out. Maybe you are way off the pace, or...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 6
The latest episode of this Let’s Play series on Race Driver: GRID is coming at you once again on a Sunday night....
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WATCH: New KartKross and a Secret Track? KartKraft Update
A few weeks ago, KartKraft added some new content for free for those who already have the early access karting simulator purchased....
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WATCH: There is now a RALLY Stage on Wreckfest!
Wreckfest has been the gift that keeps on giving as of late, but we never thought that we’d see this. The November...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 5
We’re only five episodes in, and it’s already the end of the first season in my Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID series....
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 4
Here it is, the fourth episode in my Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID play through. The Rick Racing team made some heavy...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 3
Hello again and welcome to the third episode of my latest video series, Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID. I’m continuing John Traxion’s...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 2
Happy Sunday! I’m heading back to GRID World in Race Driver: GRID for the second episode of my latest Let’s Play. Today,...
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Six forgotten rally cars art of rally shines a light on
When you think of rallying through the decades, there are certain cars that immediately spring to mind. The Ford Escort, Lancia Stratos,...
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WATCH: Let’s Play Race Driver: GRID, Episode 1
John Traxion is back! The TOCA Race Driver 3 World Champion returns for another career mode play through. This time, I’m taking...
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WATCH: Mach-E and Nogaro! Raceroom’s Newest Content
Welcome back to another hands on demonstration with RaceRoom Racing Experience. Today I’ll be taking a look at two new pieces of...
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WATCH: Fuel Shortage strikes ADAC! Competing in GT4 ADAC GT Masters Esports
I’m back racing once again in the ADAC GT Masters GT4 Support Series on RaceRoom Racing Experience. This race takes us to...
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TOCA Race Driver 3 | Fifteen years later
I have been having a blast reliving my childhood every Sunday on this here Traxion channel. Back when it all started, I decided I...
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 30 – THE FINALE!
We’ve finally reached the end of this Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3. Win or lose, it’s been an absolute blast reliving...
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WATCH: New KartKraft Content! Genk Preview
The folks at KartKraft will release the International Circuit of Genk on Thursday, 23rd September for the Early Access karting sim. This...
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Fanatec CSL DD Boost Kit 180 review
When we reviewed the Fanatec CSL DD – that PC and Xbox sim racing wheel base – recently, we were suitably impressed....
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 29
With Tier 31 and the Formula 1 World Championship in my back pocket, it’s time to finish this TOCA Race Driver 3...
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 28
Is John Traxion about to become the Formula 1 World Champion? Tier 31 of my TOCA Race Driver 3 Let’s Play continues,...
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WRC 10 beginner tips and tricks
With WRC 10’s release on the 2nd of September came new opportunities for fans to engage themselves within the sport of rallying....
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WATCH: No Practice, No Problem? Competing in GT4 ADAC GT Masters Esports
It’s been a while since I took to the Red Bull Ring for Round 2 of the ADAC GT Masters GT4 Support...
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 27
It’s finally time to suit up in a full-fledged Formula 1 machine. Tier 31 of my TOCA Race Driver 3 Let’s Play...
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 26
We’re back into the World Tour with Tier 30 this week in my TOCA Race Driver 3 Let’s Play. Rick, hang on...
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WATCH: Taking on Le Mans in the Formula Pro
Just before the 89th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans this weekend, Alpine Racing had planned to demonstrate a handful...
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 25
There’s no more fooling around. I’m on the 29th Tier of my TOCA Race Driver 3 Let’s Play with only three more...
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WATCH: art of rally’s Kenya update is simply mesmerising
Just when you think art of rally was pretty enough already…. Funselektor’s loveable rally game has been on PC since September 2020,...
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 24
I’m finding Tier 29 of my Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3 to be my biggest challenge yet. We’re back at it...
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WATCH: 1997 Meets 2021, Wreckfest Carmageddon UPDATE!
Carmageddon fans rejoice! This week, a new free Wreckfest update was released for PC, PlayStation and Xbox and it’s a good one....
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 23
After graduating from the Formula 3 in the last episode, this week’s Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3 places me in a...
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56.2KAssetto Corsa Competizione
How the driver ratings in Assetto Corsa Competizione work
TR CN CC PC SA RC CP TO. Makes perfect sense right? Right?! Driver ratings on Assetto Corsa Competizione can be a...
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 22
Third time is the charm, right? Tier 27 hasn’t been the easiest in this Let’s Play for TOCA Race Driver 3. The...
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WATCH: A tribute to the Porsche 917/30 Can-Am Spyder
If you watched John Munro’s Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3 episode with the Ultima Can-Am challenge, you’ll remember how fast and...
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 21
I’m back at it again with the GT Tuning Cup that I started in the last episode of Let’s Play TOCA Race...
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WATCH: Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 20
Remember the trouble I got myself into in the very first episode of Let’s Play TOCA Race Driver 3? In Tier 2,...
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WATCH: The best GT4 cars in Assetto Corsa Competizione
When the GT4 pack was released for Assetto Corsa Competizione, it brought a new class of under utilised vehicles to the fold...
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WATCH: Let’s play TOCA Race Driver 3, Episode 19
Alright, so my first attempt with the Williams Honda FW11B didn’t go so well, but I’m confident in my ability to conquer...
