After learning more about the cars that both us and you, the community, want in Assetto Corsa EVO, we decided to put our heads together and come up with some great free roam maps and circuits we want to see in Assetto Corsa EVO to go alongside the cars!
Similar to last week's piece, these tracks and free-roam locations are mostly possible thanks to the creativity of the modding community behind Kunos's products, such as the original Assetto Corsa. The promise of modding tools opens up a wide variety of opportunities for the title to reach the heights of the original Assetto Corsa, so without further ado, let's get started with what we at OverTake would love to see in Assetto Corsa EVO one day!
Fuji Speedway in Assetto Corsa EVO. Image: Kunos Simulazoni
We have arguably the best circuit that Australia has to offer in Bathurst already, but Down Under tends to be rather underrepresented in sim racing. Sydney Motorsport Park, formerly known as Eastern Creek International Raceway, is one that really flies under the radar, while it shouldn't. It flows well, it has exciting elevation changes, and even multiple layouts, making it an exciting track to drive. Despite not being that old, since it was opened in 1990, Sydney has an old-school flair that many circuits lack these days.
Riverside '69-'88
A staple in the US road racing scene during its existence, Riverside was an absolutely outstanding circuit that never should have been demolished. It was tricky, fast, and a blast to drive, just like a mod version of the track for the original Assetto Corsa had already shown, so it deserves to live on and be in the spotlight. Since Kunos also included classic tracks in the original Assetto Corsa, I would love to see this continue and add a few new classics, with Riverside at the top of the list.
Riverside circuit in the early 1960s. Image: Supercar Nostalgia
Circuit de Charade
Again, an old-school circuit that is anything but flat or dull. Charade hosted the French Grand Prix four times: in 1965, 1969, 1970, and 1972. Its original long layout may no longer be in use. Still, even the shortened version, which retains a fair amount of the original circuit, is unique and would make an excellent playground for a variety of cars. Throw in the classic version as well while we're at it, and we'd have the best of both worlds for those looking for a historic backdrop.
Living in the Southwest of France, Circuit Paul Armagnac is my local racing circuit. Although it may no longer host international series, it's a fantastic little circuit that's perfect for the track day vibe I expect Assetto Corsa EVO to deliver.
Classic festival at Nogaro in the French sun. Image: Tripadvisor
Isle of Man Free Roam
Getting the Nordschleife and its surrounding area is all well and good, but if there were another venue that deserved both its closed circuit and nearby location available for free roam, it would be the TT course. IOM TT: Ride on the Edge 3 already did this, but I can only imagine the thrill of driving your freshly customised car up to the Victory Cafe for a screenshot session.
Transfagarasan Highway
If you are around my age, you probably grew up watching the adventures of the Top Gear trio. For me, the one that stands out the most is the search for the best driving road in the world ending at the Transfagarasan in a trio of supercars. What fun it would be to recreate that end sequence in Assetto Corsa EVO.
Considering Assetto Corsa EVO places a lot of emphasis on open-road driving, I would love to see the sim harken back to the grand road races, such as the Targa Florio, Giro d'Italia Automobilistico, and the Mille Miglia. I imagine someone will make a mod for these courses, but having Kunos go to the lengths to add these massive open road courses would be incredible.
Lewis Hamilton vs Max Verstappen, Grand Prix of Portugal 2021. Image: Red Bull Content Pool / Getty Images
Algarve, (Portimao)
I was astonished to learn that the 2020 and 2021 Portuguese GP venue were not included as first-party content in the original Assetto Corsa. I seemed to recall driving it when I played it on PlayStation. Honestly, it's a crime that this track hasn't been in the Assetto Corsa series until now; I absolutely love it. I am always a massive fan of elevation changes and undulation, and I highly encourage anyone who hasn't tried this track yet to do so, as it's excellent.
Potrero de los Funes
This track has hosted FIA GT events and is situated around a lake in Argentina. It truly fits the natural flow of the valley it sits in. We don't see this track in many racing games; the last one I recall seeing it in was RIDE. Tackling it in a car, navigating its mountainous turns and satisfying flowing corners in Assetto Corsa EVO, would be great, so I hope it happens.
Appearing only in Forza Motorsport so far, this hidden fictional gem set in the forests of Hakone is a Grand Prix racer's paradise. Seeing this circuit become available in Assetto Corsa EVO would be a great way to introduce it to a broader audience, especially since it's a popular destination for Forza Motorsport drivers.
Image: Turn 10 Studios
Transfăgărășan
Often attributed the title of 'the best driving road in the world,' Transfăgărășan is a winding masterpiece of a road that is enjoyable in any vehicle. The construction and history behind the road hide some dark secrets, but Transfăgărășan, debuting as a free roam mod in Assetto Corsa EVO, could be magical!
Magarigawa Club
The 3.5km road course features a maximum ascent of 20% and a maximum descent of 16%. This hidden gem is a private Japanese clubhouse designed for the rich to test and get the most out of their luxury cars. But in the world of sim racing, it is a fantastic circuit to race on!
Mt. Haruna (also known as Mt. Akina) serves as Takumi's racing team, Speed Stars' home turf, and a sacred place in every Initial D fan's heart! Rene is no different; the Toge route up and down Mt. Haruna is a holy place for drifting fans, and having this in Assetto Corsa EVO would unlock a whole new range of possibilities with the free-roam aspect!
Bilster Berg
In a lot of ways, Bilster Berg is very similar to Michel's choice of Magarigawa Club, an exclusive 'Country Club' style racing venue for its members to enjoy. Located in what was western Germany, this circuit has a lot of history behind it. A tight and challenging circuit that can currently only be enjoyed within RaceRoom.
KartPlanet
Used to showcase Rene and Sim racing influencer Jardier Honzik's battle in rental karts, this karting circuit holds a special place in Rene's heart. Located on the outskirts of Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, this track would be chaos in anything other than rental karts!
Being able to explore a metropolis like Tokyo with all its possibilities for car chases and illegal midnight street races would be epic fun.
Vintage 1960s Spa
One of the best vintage tracks in rF2 or any sim, Eau Rouge (or Raidillon, you pick) in a '60s open wheel is truly terrifying! Races are all about respectful driving, and any contact is an instant shunt for all involved.
Daytona International Speedway. Image: Dennis Pires: CC BY-ND 2.0
Daytona International Speedway
Just needs to be in every sim I own. Lucky enough to have experienced the Rolex 24 in real life, I now have the bug forever! There's nothing like it.
Which three circuits or free roam maps would you like in Assetto Corsa EVO, and what do you make of the OverTake team's choices? Let us know in the comments below!
Similar to last week's piece, these tracks and free-roam locations are mostly possible thanks to the creativity of the modding community behind Kunos's products, such as the original Assetto Corsa. The promise of modding tools opens up a wide variety of opportunities for the title to reach the heights of the original Assetto Corsa, so without further ado, let's get started with what we at OverTake would love to see in Assetto Corsa EVO one day!
Fuji Speedway in Assetto Corsa EVO. Image: Kunos Simulazoni
Yannik Haustein - Lead Editor
Sydney Motorsport ParkWe have arguably the best circuit that Australia has to offer in Bathurst already, but Down Under tends to be rather underrepresented in sim racing. Sydney Motorsport Park, formerly known as Eastern Creek International Raceway, is one that really flies under the radar, while it shouldn't. It flows well, it has exciting elevation changes, and even multiple layouts, making it an exciting track to drive. Despite not being that old, since it was opened in 1990, Sydney has an old-school flair that many circuits lack these days.
Riverside '69-'88
A staple in the US road racing scene during its existence, Riverside was an absolutely outstanding circuit that never should have been demolished. It was tricky, fast, and a blast to drive, just like a mod version of the track for the original Assetto Corsa had already shown, so it deserves to live on and be in the spotlight. Since Kunos also included classic tracks in the original Assetto Corsa, I would love to see this continue and add a few new classics, with Riverside at the top of the list.
Riverside circuit in the early 1960s. Image: Supercar Nostalgia
Circuit de Charade
Again, an old-school circuit that is anything but flat or dull. Charade hosted the French Grand Prix four times: in 1965, 1969, 1970, and 1972. Its original long layout may no longer be in use. Still, even the shortened version, which retains a fair amount of the original circuit, is unique and would make an excellent playground for a variety of cars. Throw in the classic version as well while we're at it, and we'd have the best of both worlds for those looking for a historic backdrop.
Angus Martin - Editorial Team
NogaroLiving in the Southwest of France, Circuit Paul Armagnac is my local racing circuit. Although it may no longer host international series, it's a fantastic little circuit that's perfect for the track day vibe I expect Assetto Corsa EVO to deliver.
Classic festival at Nogaro in the French sun. Image: Tripadvisor
Isle of Man Free Roam
Getting the Nordschleife and its surrounding area is all well and good, but if there were another venue that deserved both its closed circuit and nearby location available for free roam, it would be the TT course. IOM TT: Ride on the Edge 3 already did this, but I can only imagine the thrill of driving your freshly customised car up to the Victory Cafe for a screenshot session.
Transfagarasan Highway
If you are around my age, you probably grew up watching the adventures of the Top Gear trio. For me, the one that stands out the most is the search for the best driving road in the world ending at the Transfagarasan in a trio of supercars. What fun it would be to recreate that end sequence in Assetto Corsa EVO.
Luca Munro - Editorial Team
Mille MigliaConsidering Assetto Corsa EVO places a lot of emphasis on open-road driving, I would love to see the sim harken back to the grand road races, such as the Targa Florio, Giro d'Italia Automobilistico, and the Mille Miglia. I imagine someone will make a mod for these courses, but having Kunos go to the lengths to add these massive open road courses would be incredible.
Lewis Hamilton vs Max Verstappen, Grand Prix of Portugal 2021. Image: Red Bull Content Pool / Getty Images
Algarve, (Portimao)
I was astonished to learn that the 2020 and 2021 Portuguese GP venue were not included as first-party content in the original Assetto Corsa. I seemed to recall driving it when I played it on PlayStation. Honestly, it's a crime that this track hasn't been in the Assetto Corsa series until now; I absolutely love it. I am always a massive fan of elevation changes and undulation, and I highly encourage anyone who hasn't tried this track yet to do so, as it's excellent.
Potrero de los Funes
This track has hosted FIA GT events and is situated around a lake in Argentina. It truly fits the natural flow of the valley it sits in. We don't see this track in many racing games; the last one I recall seeing it in was RIDE. Tackling it in a car, navigating its mountainous turns and satisfying flowing corners in Assetto Corsa EVO, would be great, so I hope it happens.
Michel Wolk - Lead Video Producer
Hakone CircuitAppearing only in Forza Motorsport so far, this hidden fictional gem set in the forests of Hakone is a Grand Prix racer's paradise. Seeing this circuit become available in Assetto Corsa EVO would be a great way to introduce it to a broader audience, especially since it's a popular destination for Forza Motorsport drivers.
Image: Turn 10 Studios
Transfăgărășan
Often attributed the title of 'the best driving road in the world,' Transfăgărășan is a winding masterpiece of a road that is enjoyable in any vehicle. The construction and history behind the road hide some dark secrets, but Transfăgărășan, debuting as a free roam mod in Assetto Corsa EVO, could be magical!
Magarigawa Club
The 3.5km road course features a maximum ascent of 20% and a maximum descent of 16%. This hidden gem is a private Japanese clubhouse designed for the rich to test and get the most out of their luxury cars. But in the world of sim racing, it is a fantastic circuit to race on!
Rene Buttler - Head of Business
Mt. HarunaMt. Haruna (also known as Mt. Akina) serves as Takumi's racing team, Speed Stars' home turf, and a sacred place in every Initial D fan's heart! Rene is no different; the Toge route up and down Mt. Haruna is a holy place for drifting fans, and having this in Assetto Corsa EVO would unlock a whole new range of possibilities with the free-roam aspect!
Bilster Berg
In a lot of ways, Bilster Berg is very similar to Michel's choice of Magarigawa Club, an exclusive 'Country Club' style racing venue for its members to enjoy. Located in what was western Germany, this circuit has a lot of history behind it. A tight and challenging circuit that can currently only be enjoyed within RaceRoom.
KartPlanet
Used to showcase Rene and Sim racing influencer Jardier Honzik's battle in rental karts, this karting circuit holds a special place in Rene's heart. Located on the outskirts of Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, this track would be chaos in anything other than rental karts!
Christopher Elliott - Project & Community Manager
Tokyo City Full Free Roam MapBeing able to explore a metropolis like Tokyo with all its possibilities for car chases and illegal midnight street races would be epic fun.
Vintage 1960s Spa
One of the best vintage tracks in rF2 or any sim, Eau Rouge (or Raidillon, you pick) in a '60s open wheel is truly terrifying! Races are all about respectful driving, and any contact is an instant shunt for all involved.
Daytona International Speedway. Image: Dennis Pires: CC BY-ND 2.0
Daytona International Speedway
Just needs to be in every sim I own. Lucky enough to have experienced the Rolex 24 in real life, I now have the bug forever! There's nothing like it.
Which three circuits or free roam maps would you like in Assetto Corsa EVO, and what do you make of the OverTake team's choices? Let us know in the comments below!
