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Initially found on GTPlanet, also reported on Pocket Gamer , Eurogamer and Endgadget. Project CARS will have a mobile spin-off, with what I read on forums are essentially the assets from PCars 2 (cars and tracks, example ), though no word on progression or even if this is freemium like RR3. Either way, this is immense news. Real Racing 3 pretty much monopolized the "faux-sim" racing niche, and to see Slightly Mad take on the mobile market could mean a lot in helping to step up this particular area. Competition of this level could force Firemonkeys to make changes to how the game plays in general, from driving dynamics to career progression.

There is still the question of freemium or paid game. I won't be surprised if they decide to chase the freemium money trail, but taking this to about $20-$35 with no microtransactions can speak volumes about what kind of game it will be. Certainly it will throw shade at RR3. Either way, this an intriguing development, even if ever sim-racing fan finds mobile deplorable. Competition is always welcome, and seeing Slightly Mad enter this field will help take the racing genre to a whole new level. If they do it correctly, of course. Not gonna hold my breath.

-The 2700 