Better known today as the developer of Skyrim and Fallout, Bethesda once had a well-respected racing game franchise and were deep into development of a licensed Skip Barber Racing title that never released.
Asobo, known today as the Microsoft Flight Simulator developer, created groundbreaking technology for large scale maps that was intended to be used in a high quality rally raid title. It was never released and ended up as FUEL, a post-apocalyptic open-world racing game. What happened?
DiRT 4:
In the off-road racing title DiRT 4 the Australian rally is located in Fitzroy, Australia. The description reads:
Characterized by its reddish gravel, Australia’s stages alternate between tight twisty forests and open farmland. Consideration of the dynamic and varied track is important when it comes to configuring your rally car.