What PC do you need for iRacing?

Do you need a good PC to run 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.

Can you play iRacing on a regular PC?

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.

Is iRacing overpriced?

GETTING STARTED WITH iRACING. In short: yes. Compared to other games iRacing is very expensive. If you want all the cars, all the tracks and compete online, you'll pay north of $1000 dollar and still have to pay for a monthly subscription.

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.

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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.

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 Nascar drivers use iRacing?

iRacing is arguably the biggest name in the ever-expanding world of sim racing. It's said to boast 225,000 active subscribers, including drivers from practically every major racing series in the world: NASCAR, Formula One, IndyCar and several others.

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.

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.

Can you play iRacing without paying?

No, you will need a current subscription to access iRacing whether racing, time trials or even accessing the forums. View which cars and tracks are included here. Remember to use promo codes to sign up with.

How to get into iRacing cheap?

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.

How long is a race in iRacing?

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

How much does it cost to buy a car in 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.

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.

Do you need a clutch for iRacing?

Dogbox H-Pattern

Similar to Synchromesh H-Pattern, except now the clutch is no longer required for downshifts or full-throttle upshifts due to the dog teeth engagement of the gears. Drivers will still need to lift partially off the throttle on upshifts and blip on downshifts.

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.

Can I run iRacing on my laptop?

iRacing will run on PC system with Windows 8.1 64-Bit, Windows 10 64-Bit and upwards. Looking for an upgrade? Try our easy to use iRacing set up guides to find the best, cheapest cards.

Do people make money on iRacing?

You can start earning money back from iRacing directly via participation credits. You can then move on to streaming your races on platforms such as YouTube and Twitch and earn money from that. If you are extremely talented at iRacing, you can compete directly in competitions to earn prize money.

What tracks are free in iRacing?

Can you watch a race in iRacing?

iRacing TV is a free regular webcast covering all things iRacing. A collaboration between the iRacing staff, community and the real racing world, iRacing TV provides a unique view into the happenings of iRacing.