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.
Originally known as Papyrus Design, the legendary Massachusetts-based software studio developed highly-regarded simulation titles and published with Electronic Arts, Virgin Interactive and Sierra before their shutdown by Vivendi, owners of Sierra, in 2004.
Co-founded by arguably the father of the modern racing simulation, David Kaemmer, the studio created NASCAR and IndyCar titles that consistently pushed the genre forwards.
Their groundbreaking Grand Prix Legends game engine was used in three NASCAR titles between 2001-2003, evolving to become iRacing after Kaemmer re-acquired former Papyrus assets for his new company.
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During the holidays Race Sim Studio released two new cars for their GT-M class car category for Assetto Corsa, along with updates for the GT-M Mercer V8, Lanzo V10 Evo2 and GT Adonis D9.
The cars were added to the GT-M Phase 1 Pack, and here are the statuses of each vehicle:
GT-M Aero V10 Evo2 (Version 1) – NEW
With over 500 horsepower, the V10 engine ensures heart-pounding acceleration and performance. This is no refresh, the new car is a new build of the finest construction featuring many lighting and visual settings.• Highly detailed 3D racing model
• Extremely complex and original recorded V10 engine
• Coded digital display
• Authentic and exciting physics including new CSP physics
• 6 uniquely designed racing liveriesGT-M Akuro V6 Evo2 (Version 1) – NEW
This V6 mid-engined monster delivers incredible performance. Certainly a standout to drive.• Highly detailed 3D racing model
• Extremely complex and detailed turbo V6 engine sounds
• Authentic and exciting physics including new CSP physics
• 5 uniquely designed racing liveriesGT-M Lanzo V10 Evo2 (Version 2)
With over 500 horsepower, the V10 engine ensures heart-pounding acceleration and performance. This is no refresh, the new car is a new build of the finest construction featuring many lighting and visual settings.• Highly detailed 3D racing model
• Extremely complex and original recorded V10 engine
• Authentic and exciting physics including new CSP physics
• 5 uniquely designed racing liveriesGT-M Lux V8 (Version 2)
This V8 powerhouse delivers incredible performance and high fidelity in its construction. Certainly a standout to drive.• Highly detailed 3D racing model
• Extremely complex and detailed naturally aspirated V8 engine sounds
• Authentic and exciting physics including new CSP physics
• 5 uniquely designed racing liveriesGT-M Mercer V8 (Version 2)
This sleek car features a V8 naturally aspirated engine and an appealing design, providing an immersive driving experience.• Highly detailed 3D racing model
• Extremely complex and detailed naturally aspirated V8 engine sounds
• Authentic and exciting physics including new CSP physics
• 5 uniquely designed racing liveriesRSS GT-M Lanzo V10 (Version 3)
• Highly detailed 3D racing model
• Extremely complex and detailed V10 engine sounds
• Authentic and exciting physics
• 6 racing liveriesRSS GT-M Bayer V8 (Version 4)
• Highly detailed 3D racing model
• Extremely complex and detailed V8 twin-turbo engine sounds
• Authentic and exciting physics
• 5 racing liveries
The new cars:
Assetto Corsa is a sim racing video game developed by the Italian video game developer Kunos Simulazioni. It is designed with an emphasis on a realistic racing experience with support for extensive customization and moddability. The game was first released through the Steam Early Access program on 8 November 2013.