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NASCAR 26 Gameplay Trailer Shows Off Updated Features

A week after its first developer diary, iRacing Studios has released the first gameplay trailer for NASCAR 26. “

As with any gameplay trailer, it gives fans a first look at the changes coming to this year’s game. While much hadn’t been revealed yet, the trailer gives players a look at the new tracks making their way into the game, the new burnout feature, the peak-performance training system, and more.

The Next Step In NASCAR Gaming

In addition to the on-track look at the game, NASCAR 26 will include an improved paint kit feature, The Chase, a trophy room, an “involved in caution” screen, race shops, better replay cameras, and a lot more.

NASCAR 26 will also feature a new dynamic track system that sees the condition of each track change over the course of a race weekend, leading to strategy shifts as you race. There’s also upgraded driving physics no matter the series you choose.

Check out the trailer and let us know what you think in the comments below, or join the discussion in the official Insider Gaming Discord.

NASCAR 26 launches on September 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.


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