Top 5 racing simulation games in 2023

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The racing simulation genre has been around for decades now, and it only seems to get better every year. The huge racing community has enjoyed better gameplay with improved driving mechanics, newer car models, and particle effects in the latest racing game titles. With enhanced graphics and powerful processors, the visuals are better than ever.

Many of these titles have expanded into the domain of the online multiplayer class, allowing players to go head-to-head against each other in real-time. Racing real against real players has thus become so much more immersive than competing against AI.

There are quite a few existing titles as is, but with more to come this year, here are the top five picks for racing simulation games in 2023.

Platforms: Xbox Series X/S | Xbox One | PC

After wreaking havoc around the huge map of the United Kingdom in their previous installment, it is now time to explore Mexico with Playground Games. Forza Horizon 5 brings you a much larger map to drive around. Better to bring your best specs because Horizon 5 is dishing out phenomenal landscapes, and it will fall heavy on the system.

The title has all the standard racing game modes and more. You can follow the campaign and keep unlocking new cars and mods. The Festival mode will be a source of new challenges and updates provided periodically. The online mode is much more liberal with player vs player modes and customizable tracks you can compete on with friends.

All this and more is going on in the Forza Horizon 5, which makes it one of the top racing games in 2023.

Platforms: PS4 | PS5

Being one of the major titles in the racing sim world, Gran Turismo 7 has a clearer focus on driving mechanics and in-game physics than most other games. Vehicle