Frankfurt, Germany – October 16th, 2026: During today's presentation at Sim Racing Expo 2026, KUNOS Simulazioni and 505 Games announced that the highly anticipated 0.10 Update for Assetto Corsa EVO - currently in early access on Steam - will launch on December 9th, 2026.
Representing the most ambitious content update since the start of Early Access, Version 0.10 introduces the long-awaited Free Roam experience.
Players will be able to explore a section of Germany's Eifel region, home to the iconic Nürburgring Nordschleife and one of the world's most renowned destinations for driving enthusiasts.
Featuring an extensive open-world environment with roads, country routes, and off-road paths to explore, the free roam map will continue to grow through future updates.
To celebrate the announcement, visitors attending Sim Racing Expo (October 16-18) in Frankfurt will be among the first members of the public to experience Free Roam hands-on through dedicated playable stations located at the Assetto Corsa booth (Hall12, G18-20).
See the new free roam release date video: ACE - Free Roam Release Date Announcement
A New Way to Experience Assetto Corsa EVO
Free Roam marks a major evolution for Assetto Corsa EVO, expanding beyond circuit-based motorsport simulation to offer players the freedom to drive, explore and discover at their own pace.
Built around a 1:1 scale recreation of selected districts of the Eifel region, the first playable area will include the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife, nearby villages, local roads and numerous regional landmarks, all recreated with exceptional fidelity using real-world scale data.
Players can experience dynamic weather conditions, day and night cycles, AI-driven road traffic and optional driving activities, including Time Attack events seamlessly integrated into the open-world environment.
See new Misha’s new video here: ACE Free Roam - Real vs Sim - Misha
This video offers fans a unique opportunity to discover the world surrounding the Nürburgring through the eyes of one of its most recognizable ambassadors. Taking viewers on a journey beyond the circuit itself, Nürburgring expert and racing driver Misha Charoudin explores Assetto Corsa EVO's Free Roam mode, stopping at several iconic landmarks and hidden gems from across the Eifel region. Drawing on years of experience both on and around the Nürburgring, Misha showcases the realism of the game's recreation, highlighting how faithfully roads, locations, and local points of interest have been brought to life.
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Notes for Editors
AC EVO: OCT 16th - Free Roam Release Date Announce - EPK - [HERE]
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3058630/Assetto_Corsa_EVO/
Request a Game Key Here: https://requestkey.net/4C_EV0
Available for PC in Early Access
Press Contacts:
Lisa Mior, Emily Britt, and Andy Griffiths – Press (NA, UK, AUZ)
Renaissance PR
505games@renaissancepr.biz
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ABOUT ASSETTO CORSA EVO
Developed by KUNOS Simulazioni and published by 505 Games, Assetto Corsa EVO redefines realism in racing simulations, building on the legacy of one of the most beloved multi-platform driving games ever created. Featuring dedicated VR support, community creation tools, a growing roster of real world tracks and dozens of road and track vehicles, this Early Access racer continues to evolve with every new update. For more information, please visit www.assettocorsa.gg.
About 505 GAMES
505 Games, a Digital Bros’ subsidiary, is a global publisher focused on offering a broad selection of video games for players of all ages and skill levels.The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on console and PC platforms as well as mobile devices. Publishing highlights include DEATH STRANDING (PC), Control, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Ghostrunner, Gems of War, Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. 505 Games has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Italy, Australia, China and Japan.For more information on 505 Games and its products please visit www.505games.com