The Project Motor Racing Year 1 Bundle pairs the base simulation title with the complete Year 1 Season Pass, granting day-one access to the Group 5 Revival Pack alongside four scheduled content drops throughout 2026. Available across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, the package provides a discount compared to purchasing the base game and individual expansion packs separately.
Before committing your budget, reviewing the official prices and platform listings shows exactly what content is included in each release tier.
| Edition / Item | Included Content | Steam (PC) Price | PlayStation Store Price | Official Store (PC Digital) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | Base game (70 cars, 13 classes, 28 track layouts) | $39.99 / £52.99 | $49.99 | $39.99 |
| Year 1 Season Pass (Standalone) | 4 DLC packs + 1 expansion (30+ cars, 4 circuits) | $49.99 | Not listed standalone | Not listed standalone |
| Year 1 Bundle | Base game + Year 1 Season Pass (includes Group 5 Revival Pack) | $69.28 / £79.99 | $79.99 | $68.99 |
| GTE Decade Pack | 7 GTE-era cars (Pre-order bonus; separate purchase post-launch) | $5.99 | Separate add-on | Separate add-on |
What Content Is Included in the Year 1 Bundle?
Purchasing the Year 1 Bundle gives players immediate access to everything found in the Standard Edition of Project Motor Racing, plus the complete slate of paid Year 1 expansions.
The core base game provides 70 cars distributed across 13 vehicle classes, including modern LMDh hypercars, GT3, GT4, historic GT1, Group C prototypes, and single-make trophy machinery. These cars run on 28 layouts derived from 18 global circuits. The circuit list contains laser-scanned official tracks like Spa-Francorchamps, Sebring Raceway, Daytona International Speedway, and Mount Panorama, along with unlicensed real-world venues featuring custom naming conventions such as Derby (Donington Park), Northampton (Silverstone), Brianza (Monza), and Spielberg (Red Bull Ring).
In addition to standard content, the Year 1 Bundle activates the Group 5 Revival Pack on day one. This pack introduces five high-horsepower historic touring cars:
- 1980 Ford Capri Zakspeed Group 5
- 1982 Nissan Skyline Super Silhouette
- 1979 Porsche 935/80
- 1982 Nissan 280ZX IMSA GTX
- 1978 BMW 320 Turbo Group 5
A key detail noted in player discussions and store listings: the GTE Decade Pack (featuring the Aston Martin AMR Vantage GTE, BMW M8 GTE, Corvette C7.R, Corvette C8.R, Ford GT LM, Porsche 911 RSR, and Dodge Viper GTS-R) served specifically as a pre-order bonus. It is not part of the standard Year 1 Season Pass, requiring players who missed pre-orders to buy it as an individual add-on for $5.99 on Steam.
Year 1 Season Pass DLC Roadmap
Developers Straight4 Studios structured the Year 1 Season Pass around four post-launch content packs and one major expansion, totaling more than 30 cars and four circuits over the course of 2026.
- Q1 2026 — Japanese GT500 Pack: Focuses on the top tier of Japanese grand touring machinery, mixing modern Class 1 GT500 machinery with iconic cars from the early 2000s, alongside one Japanese circuit layout.
- Q2 2026 — GT Legends Pack: Pays homage to classic sports car heritage, delivering iconic GT cars spanning the mid-1960s to 1970s and one US-based circuit.
- Q3 2026 — V8 Power Pack: Centers on domestic and international muscle machinery, including modern-generation V8 Supercars, Trans-Am machinery, and historical heavy-hitters, paired with one US track.
- Q4 2026 — Endurance Racing Expansion: The largest individual drop of the cycle, delivering the Circuit de la Sarthe (home of the 24 Hours of Le Mans) and introducing two endurance classes to the roster: historic IMSA GTP and modern hybrid LMP1 machinery.
Pricing Breakdown: Year 1 Bundle vs. Standard Edition
On Steam, purchasing the base game ($39.99) and the standalone Year 1 Season Pass ($49.99) separately totals $89.98. The Year 1 Bundle lists at $69.28, representing a 23% bundle discount ($20.70 savings) on PC storefronts. The official developer website lists the PC Digital bundle at $68.99.
On UK digital storefronts, the Standard Edition retails at £52.99 (or £50 depending on retail outlet), while the Year 1 Bundle is priced at £79.99, yielding an approximate 30% saving on the season pass relative to individual expansion pricing.
On PlayStation 5, the bundle retails at $79.99. Console players should note that while standard career mode, single-player racing, and custom offline testing do not require online subscriptions, an active PlayStation Plus subscription is required to participate in multiplayer lobbies and the crossplay ranked rating ecosystem.
Technical Requirements and Gameplay Features
Project Motor Racing runs on GIANTS Engine 10 combined with Straight4 Studios' proprietary Hadron physics engine. Before purchasing, verify that your PC hardware meets the official system specifications:
- Minimum OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Minimum CPU: Intel Core i7-8700 or AMD Ryzen 5 (minimum 12 threads required)
- Minimum Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Minimum GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 580 (6 GB VRAM minimum)
- Recommended OS: Windows 11 (64-bit)
- Recommended CPU: Intel Core i7-10700 or AMD Ryzen 7 (minimum 12 threads required)
- Recommended Memory: 24 GB RAM
- Recommended GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (8 GB VRAM minimum)
- Storage Requirement: 75 GB available disk space (DirectX 12 required)
The simulation introduces the True2Track dynamic surface system. This tile-based environment tracks water displacement, dynamic drying lines, rubber deposition along the racing groove, and the buildup of loose rubber marbles off-line. Physics calculations execute at 720 Hz, supported by a 10,000 Hz 2D tire contact patch model.
Post-launch player feedback on Steam and console stores reflects mixed reviews. Common community complaints center around heavy CPU/GPU resource utilization, complex force feedback settings that require manual per-car tuning in the garage menu, and the initial omission of VR and triple-screen support at launch. However, drivers utilizing direct drive wheelbases who dial in individual car setups praise the force feedback nuance and tire slip dynamics.
Should You Buy the Standard Edition or Year 1 Bundle?
Choosing between the two editions depends on your sim racing preferences and hardware setup:
- Buy the Standard Edition ($39.99) if:
- You want to evaluate performance and force feedback on your specific wheel, pedals, or gamepad before committing to future DLC.
- Your primary racing focus lies in existing GT3, GT4, and current LMDh machinery already provided in the 70-car base roster.
- You prefer waiting for optimization patches, VR updates, and triple-screen implementations before investing further.
- Buy the Year 1 Bundle ($68.99–$79.99) if:
- You plan to race the Circuit de la Sarthe (Le Mans) and want guaranteed access to the upcoming LMP1, GTP, and GT500 classes.
- You want the Day 1 Group 5 Revival Pack immediately for career mode and multiplayer championships.
- You want the best upfront price per car pack, securing the 23% to 30% discount rather than paying full price for individual expansions down the road.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Year 1 Bundle include the GTE Decade Pack?
No. Official store listings and community confirmations state that the GTE Decade Pack was an exclusive pre-order incentive. If you purchase the Year 1 Bundle post-launch, the GTE pack must be acquired separately as an add-on.
Are mods supported on consoles with the Year 1 Bundle?
Yes. Project Motor Racing features a cross-platform User Generated Content (UGC) portal for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. All player mods are free, though they must undergo official testing and approval to meet console technical standards. Script-based mods are restricted on console platforms.
Does the game require an always-on internet connection?
No. An active internet connection is not mandatory for offline gameplay, single-player practice, or Authentic Career Mode. Online connections are only required for downloading updates, modding via the UGC portal, and accessing ranked multiplayer or weekly championships.
Can you do rolling starts at launch?
At launch, races feature standing starts only. Straight4 Studios confirmed that rolling start procedures are scheduled for release in post-launch updates.
