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24 games like Project CARS 2 (2026)

Recomputed 19 October 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

Every game below overlaps with Project CARS 2 on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.

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The short version

Closest match: DiRT 4, which both open world, atmospheric and difficult.
Project CARS 2 is tagged Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR, Multiplayer, Realistic, Sports by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
3 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
1 are from the same studio: Project CARS.

Why players value Project CARS 2

The five things Steam players tag Project CARS 2 with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.

Racing
Driving
Automobile Sim
Simulation
VR

Project CARS 2 at a glance
Reception	Very Positive on Steam (81% of 18,429)
Watch-outs	no widespread problems reported by players
Price	Not listed

Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.

How these were matched

Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.

Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.

All 24, closest first

1
DiRT 4
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 11 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Simulation; released around the same time (2017).
DiRT 4 is all about embracing fear. It’s about the thrill, exhilaration and adrenaline that is absolutely vital to off-road racing. It’s about loving the feeling of pushing flat out next to a sheer cliff drop, going for the gap that’s too small and seeing how much air you can get. Be Fearless.
DiRT 4 at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Codemasters
Player sentiment 80% positive of 16,257 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (80% of 16,257)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Automobile Sim, Simulation, Multiplayer, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimSimulationDrivingSportsRealisticArcadeVR
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2
Project CARS
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Slightly Mad Studios; both open world and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including Racing, Simulation and Automobile Sim; released around the same time (2015).
THE ULTIMATE DRIVER JOURNEY delivers the soul of motor racing in the world’s most beautiful, authentic, and technically-advanced racing game.
Project CARS at a glance
Released 2015 Studio Slightly Mad Studios
Player sentiment 79% positive of 14,438 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (79% of 14,438)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Driving, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingSimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticSportsVRFirst-Person
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Assetto Corsa Competizione
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and difficult; shares 10 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Simulation; released around the same time (2019).
Assetto Corsa Competizione, the official GT World Challenge videogame. Thanks to the extraordinary quality of simulation, you will experience the atmosphere of the GT3 championship. Compete against official drivers, teams, cars and official circuits reproduced to the highest quality ever seen.
Assetto Corsa Competizione at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Kunos Simulazioni
Player sentiment 93% positive of 48,018 Price $39.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (93% of 48,018)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimSimulationVRDrivingRealisticSportsController
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Forza Horizon 4
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including Racing, Driving and Automobile Sim; released around the same time (2021).
Dynamic seasons change everything at the world’s greatest automotive festival. Go it alone or team up with others to explore beautiful and historic Britain in a shared open world.
Forza Horizon 4 at a glance
Released 2021 Studio Playground Games
Player sentiment 91% positive of 303,167 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (91% of 303,167)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation
Why players like it: Racing, Open World, Driving, Multiplayer, Automobile Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingDrivingAutomobile SimRealisticControllerSimulationArcadeSports
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DiRT Rally 2.0
Why it matched: both open world and difficult; shares 10 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Simulation; released around the same time (2019).
DiRT Rally 2.0 dares you to carve your way through a selection of iconic rally locations from across the globe, in the most powerful off-road vehicles ever made, knowing that the smallest mistake could end your stage.
DiRT Rally 2.0 at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Codemasters
Player sentiment 89% positive of 48,388 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 48,388)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Automobile Sim, Simulation, Multiplayer, VR — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimSimulationVRDrivingSportsRealisticDifficult
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RIDE 4
Why it matched: both open world and difficult; shares 10 player tags including Racing, Sports and First-Person; released around the same time (2020).
Are you ready to live the best gaming experience that a motorcycle fan can get? RIDE 4 will spark your competitive soul with hundreds of bikes, dozens of tracks and a whole new level of realism.
RIDE 4 at a glance
Released 2020 Studio Milestone S.r.l.
Player sentiment 83% positive of 12,391 Price $39.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 12,391)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Motorbike, Sports, Multiplayer, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingSportsFirst-PersonSimulationAutomobile SimDrivingVRController
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7
Forza Horizon 5
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 9 player tags including Racing, Driving and Automobile Sim; released around the same time (2021).
Explore the vibrant open world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in the world’s greatest cars.
Forza Horizon 5 at a glance
Released 2021 Studio Playground Games
Player sentiment 89% positive of 279,979 Price $23.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 279,979)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Open World, Driving, Multiplayer, Automobile Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingDrivingAutomobile SimRealisticSimulationArcadeFirst-PersonSports
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8
F1 2020
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 10 player tags including Racing, Simulation and Sports; released around the same time (2020).
F1® 2020 allows you to create your F1® team for the very first time and race alongside the official teams and drivers. Alternatively, challenge your friends in new split-screen with casual race options for more relaxed racing. Compete on 22 circuits, with current and classic content.
F1 2020 at a glance
Released 2020 Studio Codemasters
Player sentiment 94% positive of 39,931 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 39,931)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Simulation, Sports, Multiplayer, Automobile Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingSimulationSportsAutomobile SimDifficultDrivingRealisticController
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GRID Autosport
Why it matched: both atmospheric; shares 10 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Sports; released around the same time (2014).
It’s all about the teams, the rivals and the race as you become driver for hire, specialising in your favourite disciplines or conquering them all in an intense world of professional motorsport.
GRID Autosport at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Codemasters Racing
Player sentiment 78% positive of 8,728 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (78% of 8,728)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Automobile Sim, Sports, Simulation, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimSportsSimulationDrivingArcadeControllerRealistic
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10
RaceRoom Racing Experience
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 10 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Realistic; released around the same time (2013).
RaceRoom is free to download and built on true-to-life physics and Force Feedback. Drive DTM, FIA WTCC, WTCR and a huge library of cars and tracks—including the most up-to-date Nordschleife. Jump in, race instantly, and expand your garage with a massive selection of content.
RaceRoom Racing Experience at a glance
Released 2013 Studio KW Studios
Player sentiment 76% positive of 28,036 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (76% of 28,036)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Free to Play, Racing, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimRealisticDrivingSimulationDifficultSportsController
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Copa Petrobras de Marcas
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Simulation; released around the same time (2015).
COPA PETROBRAS DE MARCAS is a 100% free official game simulating the thrill of competing wheel-to-wheel with models from various automakers in some of the main Brazilian race tracks.
Copa Petrobras de Marcas at a glance
Released 2015 Studio Reiza Studios
Player sentiment 68% positive of 2,903 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.9/10 · Steam: Mixed (68% of 2,903)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation
Why players like it: Racing, Automobile Sim, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Simulation — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimSimulationSportsControllerFirst-PersonDrivingArcade
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12
Wreckfest
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Simulation; released around the same time (2018).
Wreckfest is a demolition derby themed racing game with soft-body damage modeling, sophisticated driving dynamics and in-depth vehicle upgrading, featuring both demolition derbies and more traditional track races. It’s all about fun, breakneck racing and over-the-top crashes.
Wreckfest at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Bugbear
Player sentiment 88% positive of 41,452 Price $29.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 41,452)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation
Why players like it: Racing, Destruction, Automobile Sim, Simulation, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimSimulationDrivingSportsRealisticArcade
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13
TrackMania Nations Forever
Why it matched: both open world and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Arcade.
A free game in the truest sense of the word, TrackMania Nations Forever lets you drive at mind-blowing speeds on fun and spectacular tracks in solo and multiplayer modes.TrackMania Nations Forever offers a new "Forever" version of the Stadium environment, a solid solo mode and 65 brand new, progressively challenging tracks.
TrackMania Nations Forever at a glance
Released 2008 Studio Nadeo
Player sentiment 90% positive of 24,368 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 24,368)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 3 of 5 — Racing, Automobile Sim, Simulation
Why players like it: Racing, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Automobile Sim, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimArcadeSimulationControllerSportsDifficultFirst-Person
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14
The Crew 2
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Driving; released around the same time (2018).
Take on the American motorsports scene as you explore and dominate the land, air, and sea across the entire USA. New: play The Crew 2 offline or online with the new Hybrid mode, available now!
The Crew 2 at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Ivory Tower
Player sentiment 78% positive of 99,588 Price $29.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (78% of 99,588)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation
Why players like it: Racing, Open World, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimDrivingArcadeFirst-PersonSimulationSports
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15
Car Mechanic Simulator 2021
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Realistic; released around the same time (2021).
Work your way to a service empire. Get your hands dirty in a highly realistic simulation game that pays major attention to details. Pay a visit to a new Auction house and buy cars in various conditions. Expand your range of services by investing in a new work space and equipment.
Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 at a glance
Released 2021 Studio Red Dot Games
Player sentiment 96% positive of 38,510 Price $24.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (96% of 38,510)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:SimulationAutomobile SimRealisticDrivingRacingFirst-PersonVR
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16
CarX Drift Racing Online
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Racing, Simulation and Automobile Sim; released around the same time (2017).
Master realistic drift physics, tune 120+ cars and drift online with up to 16 players across platforms. Compete in TOP-32, build unique setups and explore hundreds of community-made Workshop maps.
CarX Drift Racing Online at a glance
Released 2017 Studio CarX Technologies, LLC
Player sentiment 95% positive of 89,251 Price $16.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 89,251)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Physics, Simulation, Massively Multiplayer, Relaxing — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingSimulationAutomobile SimControllerVRArcadeRealisticSports
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17
Car Mechanic Simulator 2015
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Automobile Sim, Simulation and Driving; released around the same time (2015).
New cars, new tools, new options, more parts and much more fun in the next version of Car Mechanic Simulator! Take your wrench! Create and expand your auto repairs service empire. Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 will take you behind the scenes of daily routine in car workshop.
Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 at a glance
Released 2015 Studio Red Dot Games
Player sentiment 92% positive of 14,625 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 14,625)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation
Why players like it: Automobile Sim, Simulation, Singleplayer, Building, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:Automobile SimSimulationDrivingRacingFirst-PersonRealisticGreat Soundtrack
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18
High Octane Drift
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Driving; released around the same time (2016).
Enter the world of professional competitive drift and win online series amongst hundreds of other players to become the living legend. Buy, tune, trade, unite and conquer the drift scene.
High Octane Drift at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Cruderocks
Player sentiment 55% positive of 5,879 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.2/10 · Steam: Mixed (55% of 5,879)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation
Why players like it: Racing, Automobile Sim, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimDrivingSimulationSportsControllerFirst-PersonArcade
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MX Bikes
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, VR and Realistic; released around the same time (2019).
MX Bikes is a realistic motocross simulator, based on a scratch built physics engine that accurately simulates motorcycle dynamics and setup options.
MX Bikes at a glance
Released 2019 Studio PiBoSo
Player sentiment 94% positive of 37,017 Price $34.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 37,017)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Motocross, Motorbike, Multiplayer, Simulation, Offroad — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:SimulationVRRealisticRacingControllerAutomobile SimDifficultFirst-Person
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20
Need for Speed Payback
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Racing, Controller and Sports; released around the same time (2017).
Set in the underworld of Fortune Valley, you and your crew were divided by betrayal and reunited by revenge to take down The House, a nefarious cartel that rules the city’s casinos, criminals and cops. In this corrupt gambler’s paradise, the stakes are high and The House always wins.
Need for Speed Payback at a glance
Released 2017 Studio EA Gothenburg
Player sentiment 85% positive of 32,277 Price $29.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (85% of 32,277)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 2 of 5 — Racing, Simulation
Why players like it: Racing, Open World, Multiplayer, Combat Racing, Controller — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report monetisation inside the game, crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingControllerSportsArcadeFirst-PersonSimulation
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My Summer Car
Why it matched: both open world and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Automobile Sim, Simulation and Driving.
My Summer Car is the ultimate car owning, building, fixing, tuning, maintenance AND permadeath life survival simulator. You start the game with hundreds of loose parts and assemble both car and engine.
My Summer Car at a glance
Released 2025 Studio Amistech Games
Player sentiment 95% positive of 117,158 Price $14.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 117,158)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation
Why players like it: Automobile Sim, Simulation, Driving, Open World, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:Automobile SimSimulationDrivingRealisticFirst-PersonRacingDifficult
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Steep
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Sports, Simulation and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2016).
Ride a massive open world across the Alps, where the powder is always fresh and the run never ends. Defy and master the mountain alone or with friends on skis, wingsuits, snowboards and paragliders. Record and share your best stunts.
Steep at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Ubisoft Annecy
Player sentiment 83% positive of 33,085 Price $29.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 33,085)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 2 of 5 — Racing, Simulation
Why players like it: Sports, Open World, Multiplayer, Action, Simulation — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:SportsSimulationGreat SoundtrackRacingFirst-PersonRealistic
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23
MudRunner
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving; released around the same time (2017).
MudRunner is the ultimate off-road experience putting the players in the driver seat and dares them to take charge of incredible all-terrain vehicles, venturing across extreme Siberian landscapes with only a map and compass as guides!
MudRunner at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Saber Interactive
Player sentiment 92% positive of 44,003 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 44,003)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 4 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation
Why players like it: Offroad, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Project CARS 2:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticRacingFirst-Person
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Forza Motorsport
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Simulation.
Compete in over 500 cars on 30 world-famous tracks – now featuring the legendary Fujimi Kaido! Play the new 20th Anniversary Tour and obtain special rewards.
Forza Motorsport at a glance
Released 2005 Studio Turn 10 Studios
Player sentiment 51% positive of 12,730 Price $27.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.8/10 · Steam: Mixed (51% of 12,730)
Matches Project CARS 2 on: 5 of 5 — Racing, Driving, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR
Why players like it: Racing, Automobile Sim, Simulation, Sports, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter, will not launch or install (details)
Shared with Project CARS 2:RacingAutomobile SimSimulationSportsDrivingFirst-PersonRealisticVR
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DiRT 4 at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Codemasters
Player sentiment	80% positive of 16,257	Price	Not listed

Project CARS at a glance
Released	2015	Studio	Slightly Mad Studios
Player sentiment	79% positive of 14,438	Price	Not listed

Assetto Corsa Competizione at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	Kunos Simulazioni
Player sentiment	93% positive of 48,018	Price	$39.99

Forza Horizon 4 at a glance
Released	2021	Studio	Playground Games
Player sentiment	91% positive of 303,167	Price	Not listed

DiRT Rally 2.0 at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	Codemasters
Player sentiment	89% positive of 48,388	Price	$19.99

RIDE 4 at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	Milestone S.r.l.
Player sentiment	83% positive of 12,391	Price	$39.99

Forza Horizon 5 at a glance
Released	2021	Studio	Playground Games
Player sentiment	89% positive of 279,979	Price	$23.99

F1 2020 at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	Codemasters
Player sentiment	94% positive of 39,931	Price	Not listed

GRID Autosport at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Codemasters Racing
Player sentiment	78% positive of 8,728	Price	Not listed

RaceRoom Racing Experience at a glance
Released	2013	Studio	KW Studios
Player sentiment	76% positive of 28,036	Price	Free

Copa Petrobras de Marcas at a glance
Released	2015	Studio	Reiza Studios
Player sentiment	68% positive of 2,903	Price	Free

Wreckfest at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Bugbear
Player sentiment	88% positive of 41,452	Price	$29.99

TrackMania Nations Forever at a glance
Released	2008	Studio	Nadeo
Player sentiment	90% positive of 24,368	Price	Free

The Crew 2 at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Ivory Tower
Player sentiment	78% positive of 99,588	Price	$29.99

Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 at a glance
Released	2021	Studio	Red Dot Games
Player sentiment	96% positive of 38,510	Price	$24.99

CarX Drift Racing Online at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	CarX Technologies, LLC
Player sentiment	95% positive of 89,251	Price	$16.99

Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 at a glance
Released	2015	Studio	Red Dot Games
Player sentiment	92% positive of 14,625	Price	$19.99

High Octane Drift at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Cruderocks
Player sentiment	55% positive of 5,879	Price	Not listed

MX Bikes at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	PiBoSo
Player sentiment	94% positive of 37,017	Price	$34.99

Need for Speed Payback at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	EA Gothenburg
Player sentiment	85% positive of 32,277	Price	$29.99

My Summer Car at a glance
Released	2025	Studio	Amistech Games
Player sentiment	95% positive of 117,158	Price	$14.99

Steep at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Ubisoft Annecy
Player sentiment	83% positive of 33,085	Price	$29.99

MudRunner at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Saber Interactive
Player sentiment	92% positive of 44,003	Price	$19.99

Forza Motorsport at a glance
Released	2005	Studio	Turn 10 Studios
Player sentiment	51% positive of 12,730	Price	$27.99

Common questions

What game is most like Project CARS 2?

DiRT 4, on the evidence we have. It both open world, atmospheric and difficult. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.

How is "similar to Project CARS 2" decided?

By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.

Are these ranked by quality?

No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Project CARS 2. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.

What else did the makers of Project CARS 2 do?

Project CARS is also from Slightly Mad Studios, and appears in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.

Do you get paid for these recommendations?

No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.

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