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1.5 hrs last two weeks / 913.2 hrs on record (34.1 hrs at review time)
Posted: 11 May, 2015 @ 6:13pm

You are bored with your NFS titles? Did you get a wheel and are looking for a proper simulation to get into sim racing? Then by all means DON'T BUY THIS GAME. Start with something cheaper like Assetto Corsa and see if proper sim racing is something you'll enjoy. Once you get good in it you'll be looking to compete against other people, and that's when iRacing becomes your only option.

However! I feel like the devs should've made it much more clear as to how much money you actually need to spend on this. Just a subscription won't even get you a tenth of the content, though you can find enough enjoyment out of the stuff you get with it, especially if you're new.

Other than the pricing which can make Call of Duty games with all their DLC look affordable - this game has no downsides. If you have the money there's no reason not to go for it.
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NghtFox17 18 May, 2015 @ 10:15am 
It's has a higher up-front cost than other games, And you get content for iRacing multiple ways (some are cheaper than others). Work the discount programs provided, and the specials and it lowers the cost considerably.

One major difference between this and say CoD, or Forza Motorsport, is you are not re-buying the same (or less) content every year or two. When you pay for the license to use a particular car or track it's good as long as you maintain your subscription. So over time the cost to play eventually goes down.

Another program that should be considered for those looking to get their feet wet is RaceRoom Racing Experience.
K Steinwand 13 May, 2015 @ 5:57pm 
Interesting way to put it... But I can actually agree with this lol. iRacing is definitely an investment for those who want to take this hobby seriously.