505 Games and Supernova Games Studios, in technical partnership with KUNOS Simulazioni, are proud to announce Assetto Corsa Rally – the new additional arm within the Assetto Corsa series, dedicated to the thrilling world of rally racing.

Developed by Supernova Games Studios, an international team of industry veterans with a strong passion for sim-racing and motorsport, Assetto Corsa Rally delivers an authentic and immersive experience that captures the unique essence of rallying – the ultimate test of speed, strategy, reflexes, and composure, all rolled into one.

Thanks to its partnership with KUNOS Simulazioni, the team had access to the Assetto Corsa physics engine, which has been specifically refined and fine-tuned to tackle the unique challenges of rally driving. KUNOS supervised and supported the accuracy of the driving model, ensuring the new entry lives up to the high standards of realism and simulation that define the Assetto Corsa brand.

Assetto Corsa Rally will feature both offline gameplay modes and, gradually throughout Early Access, online multiplayer – always with a focus on simulation fidelity. Each race takes place in a dynamic environment, where day-night cycles, changing weather conditions, directly impact driving performance.

Temperature, humidity, surface type, and water progressively affect grip and vehicle response, making every stage feel unique. These elements are not mere visual effects but are integral to the physical simulation model, requiring drivers to demonstrate precision, sensitivity, and adaptability to master every situation.

With full support for triple screens, direct input racing wheels and peripherals, AC Rally also includes a powerful physics-based damage system and multiple audio effects for authentic car feedback.

505 Games and Supernova Games Studios, in technical partnership with KUNOS Simulazioni, are pleased to announce that Assetto Corsa Rally, receives its first major Steam Early Access Update today (v. 0.2).

This update introduces snowy and iced surfaces with the new scenario set in Livigno (Italian Alps), a new and legendary Rally car, overall bug fixes, and performance improvements.

The new scenario features a laser-scanned reproduction of the “Ghiacciodromo Livigno” Ice Circuit, a specialized ice driving circuit/school located on the outskirts of Livigno, a high-altitude resort town in the Italian Alps known for its snowy winters.

This internationally renowned structure, surrounded by snow-covered landscapes, serves as a dedicated venue for ice driving courses, events, and adrenaline experiences on frozen surfaces.

It is a testing ground and benchmark for the automotive industry, utilized by manufacturers like Ferrari, Porsche, and BMW.

For the first time, players can experience the unique challenge of driving on the facility's extremely low grip, glazed ice surface - in its main and reverse layouts - accurately testing vehicle dynamics and car control on these brand-new conditions.

This will add a completely new layer of challenges and fun, requiring mastery of the amazing Assetto Corsa physics engine in unprecedented and dynamic conditions, accurately replicating the extreme environment used by professionals.

Furthermore, a new legendary classic will be added to the list of 10 initial rally cars: the 1973 Alpine A110. The Alpine A110 stands as one of the most iconic rally cars of its era, celebrated for its lightweight fiberglass body, rear-engine layout, and remarkable agility which made it excel on tight, technical stages. Its legend was cemented in 1973 when this iconic car won the inaugural World Rally Championship for manufacturers, dominating events across Europe.

The new update will introduce also new ACR events along with several improvements and fixes, for further info check here.

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY FOR A TRUE-TO-LIFE SIMULATION

The proprietary physics engine developed by KUNOS Simulazioni has been adapted and refined to realistically simulate the unique dynamics of rally racing, including:

• Jumps and uneven surfaces.
• Slippery and variable road conditions.
• Dynamic weather.
• Realistic vehicle behavior across all types of terrain.

A key element is the use of laser scan technology for every stage in each rally event, enabling accurate reproduction of:

• Real-world terrain formations.
• Road surface irregularities and characteristics.
• Details of the surrounding environment like vegetation positioning.

This approach – for the first time in the rally sim genre - delivers an unprecedented level of realism, deepening the authenticity of the driving experience.

In parallel, the team at Supernova, leveraging its consolidated experience with Unreal Engine 5, has customized and optimized it to the specific needs of racing games, ensuring high visual fidelity and performance.

EXTREME DETAIL AND IMMERSIVE AUDIO

Each car has been recreated using laser scans and official CAD files, delivering uncompromising accuracy in every component.

• Advanced damage system: combines visual deformations with physical damage that directly impacts vehicle behavior, enhancing realism and challenge.

The experience is further elevated by an audio system designed to maximize immersion:

• Authentic sound recordings: real-life acceleration, braking, and drifting sounds, captured both inside and outside the cockpit.
• Co-driver pacenotes: developed in collaboration with professional co-drivers, featuring their original voices.

Assetto Corsa Rally is in development for PC (Steam).