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 the last major step in the Assetto Corsa Rally Steam Early Access program, introducing one of the most iconic locations in rallying history: Monte‑Carlo.

Monte-Carlo Rally

For the first time ever in a rally title, players will experience a fully laser‑scanned Monte-Carlo Rally Stages, delivered with uncompromising precision and  capturing the character, road geometry, and technical challenge that make this area legendary in rallying.

The Monte Carlo Rally is famous for unpredictable weather, featuring snow, ice, and dry asphalt. It tests drivers' skills and adaptability, making it one of the most challenging rallies in the world. This iconic location is being delivered as two fully laser-scanned stages, La Bollène-Vésubie, Col de Turini (18 Km) and Sisteron (13 Km).

La Bollène-Vésubie, Col de Turini – 18 km: One of rally’s most storied mountain stages, La Bollène-Vésubie, Col de Turini is defined by relentless elevation changes, narrow passages, and a near‑endless flow of tight hairpins and off‑camber corners. Mechanical sympathy, throttle control, and absolute precision are essential to mastering this unforgiving route.

Sisteron – 13 km: In contrast, Sisteron delivers a fast, flowing test of commitment and rhythm. Featuring wide, smooth roads and long, open corners, this 13 km stage emphasizes high speed direction changes, critical braking zones with limited visibility and precise pace-note timing . Average speeds remain high throughout, but its deceptive rhythm punishes over‑commitment.

Two New Cars Added to the Garage

To help drivers face the new Monte‑Carlo challenge, the update introduces two iconic and competitively proven rally cars:

• Lancia Fulvia Coupé 1.6 HF Gr. 4 – FWD Featuring a narrow‑angle 1.6L V4 producing 115–130+ HP, the Fulvia HF famously won the 1972 International Rally Championship and the Monte‑Carlo Rally.
• ŠKODA Fabia RS Rally2 – 4WD A modern FIA Rally2-spec machine powered by a 289 HP 1.6L turbo engine, celebrated for winning its competitive debut at the 2022 Lausitz Rally.

A Breakthrough in Rally Weather Simulation: Dynamic Snow

This update introduces the first dynamic snowy weather condition ever seen in a rally game. Mirroring real Monte‑Carlo conditions, drivers can experience a stage starting with dry shunshine, though snowy covered mountains.

Unlike traditional rally titles—where snow appears only in fixed areas—Assetto Corsa Rally allows snowfall anywhere on the stage when realistic atmospheric conditions are met.

Dynamyc weather takes in consideration specific rules

• Snow begins when it is raining and temperatures fall below 0°C
• Temperature varies with location, time of day, and altitude
• Tarmac grip decreases with cold surfaces

Snow is currently exclusive to both Monte‑Carlo stages

New Winter and Snow Tyre Compounds

To support the challenging mountain conditions, the update adds also New winter and Snow tyre compunds including the ability to mix and match tyre compunds mirroring real wolrld rally strategy.

Tyre selection becomes a critical component of performance as weather evolves dynamically throughout the stage.

The new update will introduce also 40 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).