What do I need to get into iRacing?

System Requirements

iRacing is designed for everyone. If you have a relatively new PC you should have no problem signing up for iRacing.com. You can also run iRacing on a Mac using a Windows emulator. iRacing requires a controller to enjoy the full scope of racing experiences offered by our team.

What do I need to get started in iRacing?

How much does it cost to get an iRacing license?

Buy iRacing Subscription Plan. To be billed on a recurring basis. $9.99 at checkout, auto-renewed every 1 month(s) at $12.99. $39.99 at checkout, auto-renewed every 6 month(s) at $67.99.

Can beginners play iRacing?

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.

Is it hard to get into iRacing?

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.

iRacing Explained! Beginners Guide 2023

Do iRacing drivers get paid?

How much money can you make on iRacing? 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.

Can you play iRacing without buying anything?

Only Pay For What You Use

We are priced the way we are so we fit into just about anyone's budget and everyone receives the same premium service no matter what they can afford. You don't have to buy all the cars and tracks at once and, in fact, many people never buy or very slowly buy additional cars and tracks.

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.

Do you need to pay monthly for iRacing?

iRacing costs $13 a month to access the service and to drive the base cars and tracks. This base content consists of a blend of road and oval tracks like Laguna Seca and Oulton Park for the road tracks to the popular Daytona and Charlotte ovals.

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.

Can you just practice in 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.

Should I get a TV or monitor for iRacing?

TV or monitor - Refresh rate and response time

One of the biggest upsides to choosing a gaming monitor over a TV is that it typically comes with a higher refresh rate and response time which is vital for keeping up with the fast-paced action of racing games, and ensuring your gaming experience is stutter-free.

Can you use a controller for iRacing?

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

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. It's great for one of those days when you just feel like a blast around Silverstone GP, great in high-speed corners, turn first then lift because of the aero.

Should I use my real name on iRacing?

We also find that racing under your own identity helps increase the overall sportsmanship factor among members. For these reasons, we require members to register using their real names, which, in addition to facilitating friendships, promotes personal responsibility.

Does it cost money to host a race in iRacing?

Hosted sessions enable you to create a personalized race event at any time. Hosted sessions are charged at 50 cents per hour for the session host only. You can select a 2 hour session for $1, a 4 hour session for $2, or a 6 hour session for $3.

Do you design your own car in iRacing?

You can customize the look of your car, helmet, and race suit. Head over to this panel to get started. We have a ton of paint templates to choose from, and they're different for each car. Simply choose a base color, and then your secondary and tertiary colors.

How much does iRacing cost a month?

The base price for iRacing each year is $13 per month, totalling $156 per year. This is the cost of just the subscription, not including any discounts or promotions. On top of this price, you may need to purchase some in-game content to participate in your chosen race series.

Can you lose a license in iRacing?

Conversely, drivers who fail to maintain a minimum level of Safety Rating will be demoted to their previous license level. 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.

Is iRacing a game or a simulator?

iRacing is the premier online sim racing game, with 10's of thousands of sim racers competing on iRacing's technology. We go the extra lap for our members when it comes to providing realistic conditions under which you race.

Do NASCAR teams use iRacing?

Professional Racers trust our NASCAR Sim Racing

In fact, in their off-seasons, professional racers such as Dale Earnhardt Jr., Brad Keselowski, and Tony Stewart use iRacing to keep their minds sharp and ready for their next race.

What is the prize money for the 2023 iRacing race?

Season five of the Porsche TAG Heuer Esports Supercup

The Porsche TAG Heuer Esports Supercup returns in 2023 as the top sports car championship in iRacing this weekend! 30 Drivers will compete in a 10 Race schedule for the championship and their share of a $200,000 prize pool.

What is the highest license in iRacing?

The Porsche TAG Heuer Esports Supercup is the ultimate series in iRacing. It comprises the best road racing drivers that came through via the Qualifying and Contender Series, as well as the top 15 from the previous years' Supercup Series. This series is the highest level of competition in iRacing.