Browsing Category
rFactor 2
390 posts
rFactor 2 is a PC racing simulator platform, developed by Studio 397 and owned by Motorsport Games.
The game features a renowned tyre model and is used for many esports competitions, such as the Le Mans Virtual Series, Formula Pro Series and GT Pro Series.
It features many licenced tracks and vehicles, using the isiMotor 2.5 game engine to bring it to life. It was first released in 2013 and has been receiving updates and new content ever since.
Formula E’s esports competition returns, Gen3 cars and €40,000 prize pool
Formula E | Accelerate is back for 2023, the real-world series’ official esports competition mixing online qualifying races and an in-person final. It also seemingly confirms the Gen3 single-seater for the rFactor 2 platform.
GT Challenge: Simončič bounces back at Laguna Seca
Jernej Simončič took a hard-fought win in Round 3 of GT Challenge, fending off championship leader Dennis Jordan for the entirety of the race.
GT Challenge: Hoyer stamps his authority at Sebring
Burst Esport's Michi Hoyer bounced back from a disappointing first round to clinch victory in Round 2 of GT Challenge at Sebring.
GT Challenge: Von der Heyde sets the pace at Long Beach opener
Jan von der Heyde emerged as GT Challenge championship leader after claiming the Main Race victory at Long Beach.
rFactor 2’s GT Challenge competition draws strong entry
GT Challenge, the community-focused sim racing esports championship, returns for 2023, with a top split live broadcast and live stewarding. It all starts on the 27th March 2023.
Scuderia Ferrari Esports Team announces nine-driver lineup for 2023
Across multiple top levels of sim racing, Ferrari Esports has unveiled its new strategy for 2023 with a new nine-driver lineup.
rFactor 2’s Reiza Pack DLC is in the process of being revamped
The Reiza Pack on rFactor 2 will see revamped and improved visuals at some point as Reiza Studios unveiled images of the updated tracks on 23rd March.
Esports Racing World Cup II: Redline favourites heading into final day
Team Redline held off BS+Competition in two showdowns to claim victory on the second day of VCO Esport's ERWC II.
rFactor 2’s Q1 2023 update out now – adds BTCC car, Long Beach and UI tweaks
Studio 397's rFactor 2 gains its first big update of 2023, adding a Honda Civic BTCC car, the Long Beach Grand Prix Street Circuit and several important UI upgrades.
rFactor 2’s BTCC hybrid system detailed
The hybrid system used in the real-world British Touring Car Championship will arrive in rFactor 2 later this month.