Joining the previously announced Ford Mustang LMGT3 in Le Mans Ultimate on 25 February will be the Porsche 911 and Aston Martin Vantage whilst alternate track layouts and several fixes also announced on the game's anniversary.
Happy first birthday to Le Mans Ultimate, the official FIA World Endurance Championship game launched one year ago today on 20 February 2024. To celebrate the milestone, Studio-397 has announced further content coming to the game with the next major update set for 25 February.
From new cars to new circuit layouts and numerous fixes as ever with this Early Access title, here is everything you need to know about the next Le Mans Ultimate update on 25 February.
The first car sure to be popular for its unique handling characteristics and tuneful flat-six engine is the Porsche 911 GT3 R. Run last year by the Manthey crew to a driver's title, players will get access to this model in two liveries, the #91 and #92.
Sitting alongside the Porsche in this fourth pack will be the Aston Martin Vantage in Evo specification making it one of the car's first representations in sim racing. The Vantage also saw just two cars fielded in 2024 with the Heart of Racing car managing a top step result at COTA.
Aston Martin Vantage LMGT3 at COTA. Image credit: Aston Martin Media
In addition to the new LMGT3 additions, the class is also set to receive a major tyre model update as part of the next LMU update. According to Motorsport Games CEO, the overhaul will provide a more realistic feeling and greater rear grip enabling players to push the tyre more. The changes come from feedback following the class' initial release last December from both the community and real world drivers.
Elsewhere, much like other games, the relative will better indicate lapped and lapping cars with blue and red colour codes. Meanwhile, a lap counter estimate should help judge pitstop strategy on the fly.
On that note, offline sessions can now have the number of tyres further limited for greater realism and bringing the Race Weekend mode in-line with online sessions. Tyre warmer options for both online and offline events also now join the game just in case cold tyres are not for you.
What are you most excited for in the next LMU update? Let us know in the comments.
Happy first birthday to Le Mans Ultimate, the official FIA World Endurance Championship game launched one year ago today on 20 February 2024. To celebrate the milestone, Studio-397 has announced further content coming to the game with the next major update set for 25 February.
From new cars to new circuit layouts and numerous fixes as ever with this Early Access title, here is everything you need to know about the next Le Mans Ultimate update on 25 February.
Porsche & Aston Martin LMGT3 Coming to LMU
Not one day ago, the Le Mans Ultimate social pages announced that the second of two promised free LMGT3 cars would release on 25 February in the form of the Ford Mustang. A fan favourite, it will now be joined by a further two cars from the 2024 GT class in the form of the fourth 2024 Season DLC.The first car sure to be popular for its unique handling characteristics and tuneful flat-six engine is the Porsche 911 GT3 R. Run last year by the Manthey crew to a driver's title, players will get access to this model in two liveries, the #91 and #92.
Sitting alongside the Porsche in this fourth pack will be the Aston Martin Vantage in Evo specification making it one of the car's first representations in sim racing. The Vantage also saw just two cars fielded in 2024 with the Heart of Racing car managing a top step result at COTA.
Aston Martin Vantage LMGT3 at COTA. Image credit: Aston Martin Media
In addition to the new LMGT3 additions, the class is also set to receive a major tyre model update as part of the next LMU update. According to Motorsport Games CEO, the overhaul will provide a more realistic feeling and greater rear grip enabling players to push the tyre more. The changes come from feedback following the class' initial release last December from both the community and real world drivers.
Alternate Track Layouts in Le Mans Ultimate
Currently, just eight circuits feature in LMU. But with this next update introducing alternate layouts to existing circuits, the sense of variety should increase. Here is the list of alternate circuit layouts coming on 25 February.- Fuji Speedway Without Sector 3 Chicane
- Monza Curve Grande - cutting the first chicane
- Spa-Francorchamps: Endurance Pits with 62 pit boxes
- Sebring School Layout
- COTA Club
- Bahrain Endurance
- Bahrain Paddock
- Bahrain Outer
- Le Mans Without Chicanes
Refreshed HUD Elements
Providing players with more information, the 25 February update will also include updated HUD elements. Notably, the leaderboard will provide greater information on the tyres and energy usage of opponents on-track without reverting to the Pit menu.Elsewhere, much like other games, the relative will better indicate lapped and lapping cars with blue and red colour codes. Meanwhile, a lap counter estimate should help judge pitstop strategy on the fly.
AI Strategy in LMU
For this next update, Le Mans Ultimate will also receive AI race craft updates. Though it will be their tyre strategy that will interest many with opponents following tighter tyre restrictions, much like in the real world.On that note, offline sessions can now have the number of tyres further limited for greater realism and bringing the Race Weekend mode in-line with online sessions. Tyre warmer options for both online and offline events also now join the game just in case cold tyres are not for you.
How Much is the Le Mans Ultimate 2024 Season Pack 4 DLC?
As aforementioned, the fourth 2024 Season Pack DLC for Le Mans Ultimate will release on 25 February 2025 and will cost €6.99 / £5.99 / $7.49. Those who already purchased the Season Pass will get the two LMGT3 cars included at no extra cost.What are you most excited for in the next LMU update? Let us know in the comments.
