Italian publisher 505 Games announced that it will release the latest update for *Assetto Corsa EVO*, developed by fellow Italian studio KUNOS Simulazioni, and released a promotional video.
An open map featuring the Nürburgring in Germany is scheduled to be added
Scheduled for release on December 9, 2026
It had previously been announced that “Free Roam” mode would be added as part of the Version 0.10 update for the realistic racing simulation *Assetto Corsa EVO*, which has been in Early Access since January 2025. The release date for this update has now been set for December 9, 2026 (international time).
The following overview of “Free Roam” mode has been revealed.
About “Free Roam” Mode
A new driving experience in *Assetto Corsa EVO* that goes beyond circuit racing
A 1:1 scale open-world recreation of parts of Germany’s Eifel region, faithful to reality
In addition to the “Nürburgring Nordschleife” (North Course), known as one of the world’s most challenging tracks, the game also features surrounding villages, roads, and local landmarks
Features dynamic weather, day-night cycles, and AI-driven civilian traffic
Time attack events seamlessly integrated into the open-world environment are also available
Plans to gradually expand the map through future updates
Video comparing the “Free Roam” map to the real-world location
Along with this announcement, a comparison video between the game and reality was released, featuring Misha Charoudin, a Russian-born Dutch racing driver and YouTuber who has actually participated in the real-life “Nürburgring” 24-hour endurance race.The video shows him driving while expressing surprise at how faithfully the environment he’s accustomed to in real life has been recreated in the game.
Currently in Early Access on Steam
*Assetto Corsa EVO*, which is set to include new gameplay features, is available for PC via Steam Early Access for 4,950 yen.
*UPDATE (October 17, 2026, 10:08 a.m.): We have corrected the information regarding Misha Charoudin’s background.
