Assetto Corsa EVO: Early Access Update 3 now available

AC EVO gets a new major Early Access release, including the first step of Multiplayer Mode, 9 new cars and 2 tracks, alongside major improvements to physics, performance, and gameplay

CALABASAS, Calif. –  25^th September, 2025:  Global Publisher 505 Games and developer KUNOS Simulazioni are pleased to announce that Assetto Corsa EVO, the latest chapter of the popular Assetto Corsa series, currently available on Steam Early Access, receives the Early Access update 3 (v.0.3) today which includes the first step of Multiplayer Mode, 9 new cars, 2 new tracks, adding ontothe first main physics patch and performance, graphics, gameplay and UI improvements.

Multiplayer Mode – Step 1

With this first multiplayer release, KUNOS Simulazioni introduces online racing to Assetto Corsa EVO, allowing players from around the world to race each other for the first time.
This first introduction is happening during the Early Access Program, which allows developers to progressively introduce their game into the market with a community driven approach. The goal is to refine all features and the advanced technology behind this driving simulation software, while giving all early adopters the opportunity to test the game and share their feedback, helping to shape an experience that truly meets their expectations.

With the aim to deliver a stable, secure, and high-quality online racing experience the multiplayer system has been developed leveraging on key partnerships with trusted experts to provide a solid online infrastructure for the entire community, as an investment towards Release 4 and its Daily Racing Portal. Servers made available in this initial phase will host up to 16 players in each race, while KUNOS Simulazioni will focus mainly on the overall session related functionalities and stability and, after these are secured, the number of slots per each game server will rise up to track capacity and beyond.

Free Public Servers Available 24/7

A wide selection of public in-game servers will be available 24/7 at no cost for all players to join, featuring a variety of race scenarios, tracks, and weather presets for everyone to enjoy. This effort has been possible thanks to the collaboration with SimGrid and their communities, that is KUNOS trusted partner for the Daily Racing Portal releasing with 0.4, and LowFuelMotorsport, also known as LFM, an incredible sim racing community.

Custom Servers Portal Coming Soon

For those sim racers looking to go further - like community admins, leagues, and event organizers - after the 0.3 release, the Custom Servers Portal will be made available, a new platform where anyone can rent and configure dedicated servers. 

Below some details on pricing:

• 20-slot server, live 24/7 for 30 days: €15 + VAT
  • More than 20 slots: price remains capped at €15 + VAT per 30-day period, regardless of the number of slots
• Discounts available for longer rental periods:
  • 10% off for 3 months
  • 25% off for 6 months
  • 50% off for 12 months
• Daily server rental (unlimited slots): €5

Early Access release 3 - Key improvements

With the release of Early Access 3, Assetto Corsa EVO delivers significant improvements ranging across physics, audio, and graphics.

• [Physics]

A fully recalibrated tyre model - across all compounds- has been initially released in 0.3.0 Open Beta to gather feedback from a wide variety of sim racing hardware users and FFB settings. During the Open Beta, KUNOS also addressed an issue related to tyre damping, which has been limiting the tyre feeling on FFB across a variety of scenarios, these will release today with version 0.3.3. Release 3 physics update include several improvements allowing the tires to respond more accurately to temperature, load, speed, and camber changes, delivering a more dynamic and rewarding driving experience. This is supported by a brand-new proprietary suspension algorithm and an upgraded damping system running at 1000 Hz, significantly enhancing vehicle feedback during transitions, braking, and directional changes. Together, these improvements add a whole new layer to driving simulation, where the car will more naturally communicate with the driver and allow more subtle corrections and, overall, a tighter feeling with any car.

• [Audio]

Every car now features uniquely detailed ignition and startup sounds, with refined engine timbre and dynamic responses tied to RPM and engine inertia. Further realism comes through enhanced driveline audio, calibrated throttle lag, and torque response that closely mimic real-world behavior. Backfire effects have also been reworked for authenticity, delivering sharp, context-sensitive pops and crackles. These elements provide deeper mechanical feedback and elevate the overall driving immersion.

• [Graphics & UI]

The graphics engine now features improved global illumination, optimized CPU/GPU performance - with most noticeable improvements in crowded scenes, like multiplayer races - and significantly reduced VRAM usage, addressing some of the previous framerate issues. Post-processing effects, like motion blur, have also been refined for greater visual fidelity.  On the User Interface front, the Multi-Function Display (MFD) has been expanded with customizable controls, real-time and official leaderboards, and detailed input settings.  Additional updates include improved speedometer, tyres, and gear widgets -now featuring pit limiter indicators - for a more informative and race-focused experience.

New Game Contents

Alongside the new Multiplayer mode, the game's content is expanded with 2 additional tracks and 9 new cars (3 for each category) – a variety of fun and exciting vehicles to suit every taste!

New cars:

[GT class]

• BMW M4 GT3 EVO
• Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2
• Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport

[Special]

• Caterham Seven Academy Racer
• Dallara Stradale
• Ferrari F2004

[Classic/Road Class]

• Audi RS 6 Avant
• BMW M3 Sport Evo (E30)
• Mercedes-Benz 190E AMG 2.5-16 Evo II

New Tracks:

• Circuit de Spa Francorchamps
• Red Bull Ring

Read more about all Update 3 improvements, including detailed info on AC EVO server management (public and custom servers) and full car details, at this link.

Assetto Corsa EVO is currently available on Steam Early Access with a limited-time 20% discount off the standard price of €39.99 | $39.99 | £32.99.    For more information, please visit the game's official site, www.assettocorsa.gg,  follow the hashtag #wearesimracing, and stay tuned across Assetto Corsa social channels. To learn about publisher 505 Games and its products, visit www.505games.com .