

Over time you can expect ISI to wind down sales of the non-Steam version as they concentrate more and more on the Steam version however they state that this will probably transition over a long time frame. Non-Steam versions of rFactor 2 will still be sold for an “undefined period” according to the development team. Non-Steam and Steam players of rFactor 2 will be able to compete against one another online thanks to the cross support implemented by developers Image Space Inc (ISI). RFactor 2 coming to Steam will bring many advantages to players such as the ability to have access to automatic updates of rFactor2 and mods, support for Steam Workshop, the automatic backup of car setups in the Steam cloud, integration with the Steam matchmaker for finding servers, support for the Steam friends to join a friend's game, screenshot sharing along with broadcast options, stats and achievements and more besides. This last package will cost £14.39 for the basic rFactor 2 package (as above) and an additional £8.99 for the online services subscription.
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You can also buy rFactor 2 and a separate “rFactor 2 online services subscription” which grants you access to the full sim with a year's worth of online racing which can be renewed if you wish.

There are three different options to purchase rFactor 2 on Steam, you can buy rFactor 2 and play every aspect of the title except on-line racing for £14.39 (that includes a current promotional offer of 40% off which lasts until November 19), you can buy the sim with a lifetime subscription and have access to the complete package including online racing for £37.79 (which once again includes a current promotional offer of 40% off which lasts until November 19).
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The company is also currently in the process of acquiring the karting simulation KartKraft from Black Delta and recently increased its stake in its Le Mans Esports Series joint venture with the 24H of Le Mans race organizer Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) from 45% to 51%.RFactor 2 has finally joined other PC racing sims and is now available to purchase on the Steam platform.Įxisting owners of rFactor 2 outside of the Steam platform can complete this form to convert the license into a Steam key for no charge. Motorsport Games went public on the Nasdaq earlier this year, raising gross proceeds of approximately $69M USD. According to a release, Studio397 is set to continue its work on rFactor 2 while also developing the physics and handling models for Motorsport Games’ forthcoming projects.įurthermore, Motorsport Games President Stephen Hood shared that his company plans to utilize its resources and expertise to enhance rFactor 2, amongst other things by using Epic Games’ Unreal Engine and layering in additional components Motorsport Games has developed over the last two years. Studio397 and Motorsport Games have a history of collaboration with rFactor 2 providing the simulation platform for the 24 Hours of Le Mans Virtual race and the Formula E Race at Home Challenge, both of which were operated by Motorsport Games. Netherland-based Studio397 is expected to retain its name, branding, and existing development and management team following the acquisition’s completion. Original Story: Nasdaq-traded racing game developer, publisher, and esports ecosystem provider Motorsport Games announced Wednesday that it has entered into a binding term sheet to acquire rFactor 2 developer Studio397 from Luminis International. The purchase price will be paid in two installments, a $12.8M payment at the closing of the acquisition and a $3.2M payment on the first-year anniversary of the transaction’s completion. Update: Motorsport Games filed an 8-K report with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which revealed that Motorsport Games will pay Luminis International $16M in exchange for 100% of the share capital of Studio397.
