Race On

by Viva Media

Product Features

• RACE On is the official game of two of the world's biggest touring car spectacles--WTCC and STCC
• Choose from 39 unique cars--from touring car favorites to American muscle classics
• Challenge up to 24 Opponents in a multiplayer extravaganza
• Tour the world--race on 47 Exotic Tracks in the US, Brazil, Italy, Macau and More
• Tune your ride with over 450 Car Variations across 17 Vehicles classes

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002I9PQ00
• Item model number: 553
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 20, 2009
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #872 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)
  • #18 in Software > Games > PC Games > Racing & Flying

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

RACE On is the official game of two of the world's biggest touring car spectacles; WTCC and STCC. Not only does RACE On include all the cars and circuits from the 2008 editions of these championships, it also adds a massive selection of US Muscle cars and circuits to the mix, as well as the 2008 International Formula Masters and the 2008 Camaro Cup Challenge. In total RACE On adds 16 new cars and 12 new tracks to the mix! RACE On is the latest title in the RACE series from the renowned Swedish racing game creator SimBin. A recipe for success!

The biggest, best and most comprehensive SimBin racing package ever. Click to enlarge.

Dynamic weather effects. Click to enlarge.

47 tracks including variations. Click to enlarge.

Multiplayer, up to 25 AI or real players online. Click to enlarge.

Tracks closely modeled after their real-live examples. Click to enlarge.

39 unique car models in 17 different classes. Click to enlarge.

Immersive driver's eye view. Click to enlarge.

The RACE is ON!

Introducing the biggest and most comprehensive SimBin racing package ever:

• 39 unique car models in 17 different classes
• 47 tracks including variations
• Multiplayer, up to 25 AI or real players online
• Ghost racing against your own lap time or against those of your friends
• Various real life championships including their accurate regulations

The Cars

WTCC 2008

• BMW 320si e90
• Chevrolet Lacetti
• Honda Accord Euro R
• Lada 110 2.0
• Seat Leon TDI
• Seat Leon TFSI
• Volvo C30

Int. Formula Masters

• IFM 1.0

US Street Cars

• '09 Cadillac CTS-V
• '08 Dodge Charger SRT8 Super-Bee
• '08 Dodge Challenger SRT8
• '09 Chevrolet Camaro

STCC 2008

• Alfa-Romeo 156
• Audi A4
• BMW 320si e90
• BMW 320i e46
• BMS Incognito
• Chevrolet Lacetti
• Honda Accord Euro R
• Peugeot 308
• Seat Leon TFSI
• Volvo C30
• Volvo S60

Camaro Cup

• Chevrolet Camaro SS

US Track Racers

• '09 Cadillac CTS-V
• '08 Dodge Charger SRT8 Super-Bee
• '08 Dodge Challenger SRT8
• '09 Chevrolet Camaro

The Tracks

WTCC Tracks

• Curitiba, Brazil
• Puebla, Mexico
• Valencia, Spain
• Pau, France
• Brno, Czech Republic
• Estoril, Portugal
• Brands Hatch, United Kingdom
• Oschersleben, Germany
• Imola, Italy (2008 layout)
• Monza, Italy
• Okoyama, Japan
• Macau, Macau

STCC Tracks

• Knutstorp, Sweden
• Sturup, Sweden
• Gothenburg, Sweden
• Falkenberg, Sweden
• Karlskoga, Sweden
• Valer, Norway
• Mantorp, Sweden

US Tracks

• Laguna Seca
• Road America

The Championships

• WTCC
• STCC
• Formula Master
• Camaro Cup Racing

Product Description

This is a race of skill, endurance, and a little something called guts! Race On combines the excitement of the World Touring Car Championship (WTCC), Formula and US Muscle Cars all in one of the most realistic simulations ever created. From bug splats to precise shift points, we've held nothing back. Flash some American muscle and discover firsthand why Cadillac’s CTS-V makes lesser cars whimper. Conquer three continents of opponents and take your victory lap in the U.S. of A. Don’t miss the complete FIA WTCC ’08 season (one of the most exciting touring car seasons in history) recreated in brilliant detail.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars More of the same from SimBin, which is not really a bad thing, October 14, 2009

By 

Burr "Agnostic Centrist" (Ithaca, MI) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Race On (DVD-ROM)

First of all this is really just another standalone expansion pack for Race 07. The new cars and tracks feature some enhancements and graphical tweaks and look decent, but the engine is showing its age. They did a good job spicing it up a bit, though. The driving is more of the same from SimBin's Race titles which focuses on finesse and realism. If you have played GTR 2, Race 07 etc. then you know what to expect here: unforgiving driving mechanics, although Race On seems to be slightly more forgiving than past releases. The US muscle and street cars add some flavor, they sound great and are fun to drive. Mild powersliding is actually somewhat of an option with them and drifting seems a bit easier than past Race titles, but the game still manages to be a very challenging racing simulation, rewards precise driving, and is probably best enjoyed with a good racing wheel. Of course the game contains many, many cars including Formula and a ton of tracks to race on like all the Race titles.

This package contains:
Race 07: The Official WTCC Game
STCC The Game (xpac)
Race On (xpac)

It DOES NOT contain GTR Evolution, so if you want to drive any of the cars from Evo, race on Nürburgring or play the "R-cade Extreme" gameplay mode, obviously you will need to buy that expansion (it's available on Steam as well as Race On).

You will need to install the Steam version from the disc if you want to play multiplayer, but if you aren't interested in online play or don't like Steam, there is an offline install option. Overall I would recommend this package. It is a nice addition to a solid, tried and true racing formula. However, don't expect anything revolutionary and if you already own Race 07 and STCC just be aware of what you are paying for.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars New cars and tracks are fun, but is it time for SimBim to make a brand new game?, October 15, 2009

By 

Ivan - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Race On (DVD-ROM)

As you might have guessed from the product description, this is a standalone expansion pack to the Race 07 game. Exactly as advertised, it adds more cars and tracks and other than that, I did not notice any real change in graphics, controls or anything else from GTR Evolution (previous expansion).

It's definitely fun to be able to race the new cars on the new tracks, but I personally feel like it's time for SimBim to make another game already. Milking the Race 07 series will only get them so far, meanwhile the market for a brand new hardcore racer sim is wide open and sim fans are really tired of waiting.

5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth the $7 price, December 20, 2011

By 

Jim Stainer (Sunny Minnesota) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Race On (DVD-ROM)

I've run track days in my 4th generation Camaro and I think the Race On program feels as real as a computer can make it. I wish the breaking signs at Road America were a little larger because they are easier to see in real life. I have played the game for 2 weeks now but never run any track other then Road America so I can't comment on the other tracks. I bought it specifically because it has a track and a car that I know very well and it's runs on PC.

The only con I have seen so far is I am disappointed in the 4th gen Camaros in the game. If mine drove like a marshmallow the way the game does I would never take it out on the track. I've messed with the car set up plenty but just can't dial it in. The 09 camaros in the game are much closer to the way real world Camaros behave on the track. But my favorite car is the Chevrolet Lacetti. The Lacetti has just a bit more grip then my real Camaro so I back the rear bar off and over fill the fuel tank and I feel right at home in it. The F1 and 09 track Camaro are fun too but so much faster then my real car I don't play them much.

The bottom line is the game was only $7.00 I would have been satisfied at 5 times the price so I highly recommend it.