We already published the list of best Xbox One games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best Xbox One sim racing games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the Xbox One definitely has a great library of sim racing games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the Xbox One and sim racing games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. Forza Horizon 2: Storm Island
- Release Data: Playground Games/Microsoft Game Studios, 2014
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
Like the base game, Storm Island gives players a large area of land to freely explore, populated with over 80 different racing activities.
Players can choose from a huge variety of cars, with several new exclusive additions.
You’ll explore the dense forests and muddy landscape while engaging in ridiculously fun races, and the dangerous roads will demand your highest driving ability.
#9. Project CARS 2
- Release Data: Slightly Mad Studios/Bandai Namco Games, 2017
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
Project CARS 2 boasts an impressive collection of expertly crafted licensed cars, fully functional and tunable to your liking.
There’s a commendable level of customization, as even the 46 different tracks have multiple layouts each.
This game is perfect for people who know how cars tick, as they can dig deep into customizing countless cars from a variety of classes.
#8. F1 2016
- Release Data: Codemasters, 2016
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
F1 2016 has an extremely fleshed out career mode, and this entry in the series features a 10-season career instead of the standard 5.
The gameplay has also been fine-tuned to allow better control over the car, manual entry into the pit, and personalized racer appearances.
#7. Forza Motorsport 7
- Release Data: Turn 10/Microsoft Game Studios, 2017
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
Forza Motorsport 7 absolutely stuns you with its graphical quality and technical prowess.
Running at 4K resolution and at 60 frames per second on the Xbox One X, this is one of the most impressive looking games ever created.
You can speed around 30 different tracks in a wide variety of licensed cars, all expertly recreated and near photo-realistic.
#6. DiRT 4
- Release Data: Codemasters, 2017
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
While the previous DiRT games got a bit excessive, DiRT 4 heads back to the series roots; rally racing.
The game is unapologetic in its difficulty, and while it’s accessible, rally racing is an acquired taste.
If you’re looking for a challenge and you don’t mind getting a bit muddy, then DiRT 4 will surely entertain.
#5. Forza Horizon 2
- Release Data: Playground Games/Microsoft Game Studios, 2014
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
The Forza Horizon series is a celebration of everything cars, and this sequel amps everything up.
The selection of cars is larger than ever before, featuring many brands and manufacturers.
The wide open environment is simply teeming with activities to complete, and there’s nothing more fun than putting the pedal to the metal on an open stretch of road.
#4. DiRT Rally
- Release Data: Codemasters, 2016
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
Like DiRT 4, DiRT Rally does away with flashy modes and focuses on its roots in rally racing.
You can race in a huge assortment of vehicles, spanning from 1960’s classics to popular modern rally cars.
Furthermore, the gameplay is brutally difficult if you’re unfamiliar with rally racing, but the game does a good job teaching you as you play.
#3. Forza Motorsport 6
- Release Data: Turn 10/Microsoft Game Studios, 2015
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
The foundation of Forza Motorsport 6 is still solid simulation racing, but this entry amps up the offerings quite a bit.
The new “Stories of Motorsport” mode offers some single player progression, giving players well over 50 hours of content.
Additionally, players can enter into a variety of racing championships, choosing from over 450 cars and racing on 27 different tracks.
#2. Forza Horizon 3
- Release Data: Playground Games/Microsoft Game Studios, 2016
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
From trucks and minivans to super cars and hybrids, Forza Horizon 3 has it all.
The game also has countless courses to race through, numerous championships to complete, and a number of collectibles and side activities.
One of the feature is the “Bucket List”, which tasks you with completing absolutely insane challenges that highlight certain cars and locations on the map.
#1. Forza Horizon 4
- Release Data: Playground Games/Microsoft Game Studios, 2018
- Genre: Racing » Simulation » Automobile
This entry in the Forza Horizon racing series puts a big emphasis on online connectivity, allowing up to 72 players to race together on the same map.
There are hundreds of events to compete in, ranging from dangerous street racing to narrative-driven missions and exhilarating drag-strip races.
With over 650 licensed cars to drive, there’s definitely plenty of content to experience.
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