There are a number of exciting things that come up with Virtual Reality. When it is incorporated with racing games and results are thrilling and fast. The VR racing games help us to get behind the wheels of a car and put the accelerator down to the maximum. Using a VR Headset with a racing game has offered a new wave we have never experienced before.
If you have your Oculus, HTC Vive or PlayStation, you must have felt that the concept of VR needs to be well suited with a genre of gaming and racing games are most perfect for playing with this device. In this post, you will get to know about some of the best racing games you need to play to have an inclusive racing experience.
Best VR Racing Games (2023): Download & Playing Guide
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1. Project CARS
Project CARS can be termed the pinnacle of authenticity. Graphically, Project CARS can be considered one of the clearest VR games. The cockpits of cars are developed with utmost accuracy and arenas in which you play seem to be a view you need to enjoy with your gears off. Simply put, it’s top of the range. In this game, you can tend to boost your car to ultimate, however, maintain your speed in turns.
Cool features of This Game:
- You can race without maintaining any boundary
- The day-night atmospheric recreation is highly commendable.
- You can enjoy a seasonal race in this game
- You can choose to compete with your online friends
- Interestingly, Project CARS offers more than 170 licensed cars. You can find cars from all known brands. Which is your favorite one?
- It is to be noted that this game offers the largest road track than any other game.
- A maximum number of car functionality.
Project CARS may cost around $87 and is available for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Different editions offered by this game are_
- Standard Edition
- Collector’s Edition
- Ultra Edition
2. Gran Turismo
Well, it is a well-famed name in the gaming industry. However, it has walked extra feet when it has been incorporated with VR. It is quite interesting to know that Gran Turismo is the first racing game in the world to reach global markets and online competitions of this game are sanctioned by FIA (Federation International Automobile), highest governing body of International Motorsports. With Gran Turismo, you can opt for offline racing and it offers a huge number of concept cars of leading brands, such as BMW, Bugatti, Mercedes, and Aston Martin. Are you ready to choose your cockpit?
Cool features of This Game:
- Advanced matchmaking.
- Split-screen option for 2 players.
- Get immediate access to more than 8 cars with all packs.
- Huge game credit of $1MM
This game is available for $ 25 and is also available for PlayStation 4.
3. Assetto Corsa
Precision along with perfection is the most striking factor of Assetto Corsa. Termed with “Your Racing Simulator”, Assetto Corsa offers gamers a highly focused driving simulation. From car handling to the different arcade tracks, this game happens to implement pinpoint accuracy. Assetto Corsa is available both in single-player and multiplayer mode and also allows customizing your car handling.
Cool features of This Game:
- The game is available in Stream.
- Assetto Corsa offers a huge number of cars of different brands, such as
- Aston Martin
- Audi
- Alfa Romeo
- BMW
- Chevrolet
- Ferrari
- Classic racing cars
- McLaren
- Lamborghini
- KTM and many others.
- With this game, you can now enjoy Ferrari 70th anniversary celebration pack.
Assetto Corsa is available for PS4 and XB1. Other important features include telemetry, car setup, photo mode, and a live track. It may cost around $35
4. DriverClub VR
DriverClub has developed its VR version to offer an exclusive racing experience to gamers around the world. A problem you may face with this game is its visual fidelity; however, this game offers some maximum number of car features. DriverClub VR is a racing game developed by Sony. The scale of VR use in this game is really praiseworthy and panoramic vistas available in this game are great. To get the most of this game, you need to drive your car to a hillside. Sneak out of your car and enjoy rewarding views of ribbons of road asphalts along the countryside. All car cockpits look great.
Cool features of This Game:
- You would be satisfied to know that all features of original DriverClub games are available in its VR version. Realism is also properly maintained.
- It offers 3D audio. From inside your car, you can hear car tires roaring against asphalts.
- This game offers a great contrast for maximum output.
- Exciting views
However, you need to know that, you may experience some blurriness while playing this game. It is not a big concern though. DriverClub is available for PlayStations and may cost you around $36.
5. Dirt Rally
Dirt Rally offers realistic racing gameplay. It offers more than 70 tracks where you can put your feet down on the accelerator to the fullest. Beware of turnings though. This game runs at the official FIA World Rallycross arena and allows you to build your career step-by-step. The game is available in both single-player and multiplayer mode and you can also choose to race against online players.
Cool features of This Game:
- Over 40 cars, both classic and trendy. You can easily find your favorite brand among them.
- Build your prosperous career mode to compete in world challenges.
- Realistic mode
- Customization options. You can also repair your damaged car.
The game is available for PlayStation 4 and may cost around $36.
FAQs:
1Q. Do Project CARS require an internet connection?
Ans: The game is available both ion online and offline mode.
2Q. What is the minimum RAM requirement for playing Assetto Corsa?
Ans: You need a minimum of 6 GB of RAM for playing Assetto Corsa without any interruption. The hard Drive requirement is 30 GB.
3Q. Can I play Dirt Rally in Windows 8?
Ans: You need to know that the minimum OS requirement for playing Dirt Rally is Windows 7. So you can easily play this game.

Ashtosh is a Senior 3D Modelling & Graphics designer with 11 years of experience specializing in Virtual Reality development, He holds Masters in 3D Visualization from University of Texas and a Certified designer.