Assetto Corsa
(Italian for "Race Setup") is a highly-regarded sim racing video game developed by Kunos Simulazioni, known for its emphasis on realistic physics, detailed car models, and extensive modding support.
Key Features
- Realistic Physics Engine: The game features an advanced physics engine designed to provide an authentic driving experience, including detailed simulations of tire grip, heat cycles, aerodynamic forces, and hybrid systems (KERS).
- Laser-Scanned Content: Official cars from manufacturers like Ferrari, McLaren, Lamborghini, and Mercedes-Benz are rendered to an obsessive level of detail using real-life data and telemetry. Circuits, including legendary tracks like Silverstone, Spa Francorchamps, the Nürburgring Nordschleife, and Monza, are recreated using laser-scanning technology for pinpoint accuracy.
- Extensive Moddability: A significant feature of the PC version is its support for third-party modded content, allowing players to greatly extend the game with a vast array of additional cars, tracks, and features.
- Hardware Compatibility: The game supports a wide range of peripherals, including steering wheels, gamepads, VR headsets, triple-display setups, and professional motion systems.
- Gameplay Modes: It includes various single-player and multiplayer modes such as a career mode, special events, custom championships, quick races, drift challenges, and drag races.