A week dominated by DTM — both virtual and real — plus a massive racing game launch on the horizon. The biggest theme this week is accessibility. DTM Esports opens its doors to every RaceRoom driver. Forza Horizon 6 lands on Game Pass day one. And iRacing aligns its virtual DTM calendar with real-world race
The DTM’s sim racing championship is back — and this time, everyone can race. The DTM Esports Championship returns for 2026 with a completely reworked format. Gone is the invite-only structure. In its place: RaceRoom’s native Ranked Multiplayer system with public splits, meaning any driver can build their rating and qualify for the championship rounds.
The Horizon franchise heads to Japan on May 19 — and it’s bringing the biggest map in series history. Playground Games confirmed Forza Horizon 6 launches May 19, 2026 on Xbox Series X|S, PC (Windows and Steam), and Game Pass. Premium Edition buyers get early access starting May 15. A PlayStation 5 version follows later

Assetto Corsa EVO 0.6: Lamborghini Countach, Ferrari 288 GTO, Sebring and More Coming Soon The next major Early Access update for Assetto Corsa EVO is almost here, and it might be the most exciting one yet. Version 0.6 is shaping up to be a racing-oriented drop packed with iconic machinery and one of motorsport’s most

After a very busy weekend with the iRacing Sebring 12HR, next week looks a bit lighter on headline special events, but there are still a few things worth keeping an eye on for regular racers and endurance fans. According to the official 2026 Special Events calendar, Sebring runs from March 27 to March 29, while


