Do you need a good computer for iRacing?

iRacing doesn't need an overly powerful PC to run well. It is recommended that you have a mid-level CPU such as an Intel Core i7-8700K. You will need a decent but not overly powerful GPU, something like an RTX 2060 and at least 16GB of RAM, but 32GB ideally.

What kind of gaming PC do I need for iRacing?

Do you need a good PC for sim racing?

Sim racing games such as F1 2021 utilise ray tracing technology to provide a gorgeous gaming experience. These sim racing titles do therefore require very strong performing GPUs and overall PC builds.

Can any PC run iRacing?

Most current-generation PCs will perform effectively on iRacing.com. In the event that a member owns an older computer, an upgraded graphics card could potentially be all that is required to enable the iRacing online driving simulator to operate successfully.

Can I run iRacing on my laptop?

You can run iRacing on a laptop! As long as it meets the minimum or recommended requirements. There are plenty of great gaming laptops out there. I currently have an ASUS ROG G15 with a Ryzen 9 5900HX and an RTX 3060 and iRacing runs like a dream on it.

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Is iRacing good for beginners?

iRacing includes superb baseline setups for all cars and tracks that are perfect for beginners. They're not particularly fast but are very stable and forgiving at the limit. You can load these setups from the setups menu when you're in the garage.

Why is iRacing expensive?

iRacing is a racing simulator service that is subscription-based. This means you pay to access the service and buy content like cars and tracks separately. This can of course become expensive very quickly especially if you want to buy all the cars and all the tracks that are on the iRacing service.

How realistic is iRacing?

iRacing tracks are precisely modeled using proprietary technologies, including 3-D laser-scanning and active weather effects, to make your PC experience indistinguishable from a real-world lap around your favorite track.

What is the monthly fee for iRacing?

Buy iRacing Subscription Plan. To be billed on a recurring basis. $9.99 at checkout, auto-renewed every 1 month(s) at $12.99.

Can you just practice on iRacing?

From here, you can select a Practice, Time Trial, or Race session. A Practice session is like a test session with other drivers. Once you get a feel for the car and track in your test sessions, jump into a Practice session to see how you fare in a race environment with other cars on the track.

Can you play iRacing casually?

iRacing is a PC racing game that is used by professional drivers and casual gamers alike.

How much do all the tracks cost on iRacing?

If you wish to buy additional cars, they cost a one-time fee of $11.95. If you want to buy additional tracks, they cost a one-time fee of either $11.95 or $14.95 depending on the track. We also offer several discounted cars and tracks priced at $2.95 and $4.95 each.

How do I stop paying for iRacing?

Login and on the "My Account" home page, scroll down to the section with your billing address listed to the left. On the right you will see if the Auto-Renew on your account is set to ACTIVE, if so, click the blue "Turn OFF auto-renew" button.

Is iRacing hard to get into?

Getting into PC gaming can be hard, and getting into driving simulators, like iRacing, can be even harder. There are so many specs to know, and special equipment to acquire. It makes the head spin to put it all together.

What is the easiest car to drive in iRacing?

Dallara P217

The P217 is simply: high speed and high downforce. It's a remarkably easy car to get in and drive, you feel very confident in it quite quickly.

Is iRacing the most realistic racing game?

iRacing has been quoted to have the best online play and realistic car physics, while its competitors, F1, Gran Turismo, and Assetto Corsa have all been downgraded for slipping too much and not having realistic vehicle physics. Even professional racers have praised iRacing on the game's physics.

Is iRacing with VR worth it?

Playing iRacing in VR is a massive difference when compared to using a flat-screen. It's incredibly immersive and really gives the feeling of driving a real car. However, it can be costly and therefore not necessarily suitable for everyone.

Can you lose a license in iRacing?

Drivers with a Safety Rating below 2.00 will be demoted at the end of the season, and drivers below 1.00 will be demoted immediately. Drivers that are between a 2.00 and 3.00 Safety Rating will not have their license affected at the end of the season.

What happens if you don't qualify in iRacing?

If you choose not to qualify, you'll be placed in the back of the grid. Once the Qualifying session ends, click the green GRID button to move to your starting position. Putting down lap times in a qualifying session determines your starting position in the racing grid.

What happens if you leave a race in iRacing?

Print. Per the Sporting Code, a driver may withdraw from a race at any time prior to two minutes before the race session start with no penalty. Should a driver forfeit, said driver is scored in last place for the race and receives 0 points towards his/her race week.

Do iRacing drivers get paid?

Every iRacing player can earn participation credits of $40 per year. You can also earn prize money from competing in iRacing competitions. The top prize in the eNASCAR Coca Cola iRacing series is $100,000. You could also consider coaching other drivers for a set hourly fee.

What is the highest license in iRacing?

The top of the ladder is B-license here, with the open-setup iRacing Rallycross Series and combined Pro 2 & Pro 4 Off-Road Racing Series.

Can you play iRacing with a controller?

Virtually any controller with a USB connection will work with iRacing.

How long is a race in iRacing?

Each race can range from 60 to 90 minutes in length.

Do you need a steering wheel to play iRacing?

You'll also need a racing wheel and pedals, just like a real race car — imagine that! The Logitech G29 is the go-to entry-level wheel-and-pedals combination.