rFactor 2
Summary
rFactor 2 is a realistic, easily extendable racing simulation from Studio 397. It offers the latest in vehicle and race customization, great graphics, outstanding multiplayer and the height of racing realism. rFactor 2 features mixed class road racing with ultra realistic dynamics, an immersive sound environment and stunning graphics, perfect for top-level esports and a rich single-player experience.
Race against a field of AI cars, or in multi-player mode against others. rFactor 2 supports a full day-night cycle as well as dynamically varying weather conditions such as rain which dynamically builds into puddles. Tracks feature "real-road" technology that changes the grip as more cars drive on it. You can run full 24 hour endurance events and in multi-player mode, driver swaps are also supported. Everything can be customized by the community, including adding new tracks and cars, and a wealth of add-ons are available on-line.Working with several partners, rFactor 2 has been used in hundreds of esport championships all over the world – in particular McLaren’s World’s Fastest Gamer and Formula E.
rFactor 2 is also an evolving product, which will be updated and added to for many years, so the list of features will expand!Features
Physics
- Updated to use multi-core CPU technology
- Advanced physics engine
- Newly updated tyre model
- Driving surface construction, even painted line thickness, affects grip levels
- Engine boost and Turbo modeling
- Complex aerodynamics
- Head physics, cockpit vibrations, detailed bump modeling
Dynamic Racing Experience
- Real-time day/night lighting transitions
- Realistic wet/dry weather transitions
- Dynamically laid rubber increases grip throughout racing session(s)
- Rubber chunks (“marbles”) roll off tyres and can affect grip
- Tyres sustain damage from poor driving (such as "flatspotting" a tyre) or setups, affecting grip immediately and over time
- Dynamically drying racing line after rain
- Environments filled with animated events like planes, flag marshalls and more…
Graphics/Sound
- Real-time day/night lighting transitions
- Projected headlights for night time driving
- Open VR support for multiple headsets
- Look to apex and head motion tracking support
- DX11 advanced graphics engine
- Real-time day/night transitions
- Adjust player and opponent volume ratio
- See the apex with the Look Ahead slider
- Adjust your seat and mirror while in the driver’s seat
- Updating real-time scoring towers
- Expanded and enhanced gauge and LCD features for vehicle cockpits
- Improved loading times
- Updated sound engine
- Changing engine sounds based on upgraded vehicle performance
Gameplay
- New AI who will race for and defend positions
- Define AI opponent types, strength and aggression
- Races can be lap based, time based or both
- Vehicle upgrade system that affects both the appearance and performance of a vehicle
Camera/Replays
- “Resume from Replay” allows you to resume a race from a saved replay
- Full screen monitor and ability to rewind
- Freely move camera from any position including the ever famous exclusive Swingman
- Spectator mode
Multiplayer
- Opponent car skins automatically transmitted
- Completely new multiplayer engine
- Dedicated server
- Native voting system
- Add AI to multiplayer games
- Boot and ban player lists that can be passed around
- Security checks to combat potential cheating
Open Architecture
- Support for modder created car,track and plugin content
- Fully adjustable Showroom, UI and HUD layouts
- More Plugin Interfaces
- Easy to use customizable multi-language support
- Rules to simulate different types of racing
- Completely customize your controller
- Drop in new vehicle liveries
Cars and Tracks
- Over 35 free and paid licensed cars and tracks includiing Silverstone, Renault, Formula E, McLaren, Mercedes, Bentley – the list goes on
- Steam Workshop support for installing cars and tracks
- Steam Item Store for paid content here http://store.steampowered.com/itemstore/365960/browse/?filter=Packs
- For a current list of cars and tracks shipped with the simulation visit this link to the workshop: https://steamcommunity.com/id/studio-397/myworkshopfiles/?appid=365960
Game Discussion
Steam User 19
rFactor 2 doesn’t feel like Assetto Corsa or any other sim. Wheel feedback is raw, mechanical, and a bit scary. You feel grip build, tires scrub, bumps, weight shift. A tiny brake or throttle error unsettles the car and quickly teaches you the limit. You judge speed by feel, not the HUD. Corner entry becomes natural—you just know if you’re too fast. Brutal but addictive.
Steam User 8
best simulator out there. has been since it's start with rfactor. used rfactor in a league 20 years ago. 2 suits me fine.
Steam User 7
This is the best racing sim ever. it has the best tire model and A.i.. Yes, better than iRenting.
Steam User 5
Never buy this awful game if you care about your sanity. This game makes me want to jump of a bridge.
Steam User 7
Old but gold. Still the best handling. The only downside is the amount of paywalled official content, but the mods make up for it.
Steam User 8
Hands down the best simulator in terms of handling. I actually feel connected to the car, in every way possible. Each car is developed well and there's just not much to say anymore. It's the best simulator. Best braking feel, as it forces you to use muscle memory as much as possible.
Steam User 8
Definetly the best tyre-model available today together with Le Mans Ultimate (a de-facto direct son) and rFactor1-GTR2-AMS1-RaceRoom.
Here you feel the asphalt and you don't get the boring dry fly-over-the-track of iRacing/AC/ACC/AMS2.
Such a great game with great DLCs and an online community with free downloads.