Assetto Corsa Competizione: GT2 Pack

The GT2 Pack DLC for Assetto Corsa Competizione was developed by Kunos Simulazioni and released for PC on January 24, 2024. As with previous expansions, the publisher was 505 Games. This DLC marked the official introduction of the GT2 category to the game, expanding its roster beyond GT3, GT4, and one-make series. The GT2 class, launched by SRO Motorsports Group in 2022, features high-powered cars with reduced aerodynamic complexity, offering a unique driving experience that sits between GT3 and GT4 in terms of performance and handling.

The pack includes six GT2 vehicles: the Audi R8 LMS GT2, KTM X-BOW GT2, Maserati GT2, Mercedes-AMG GT2, Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport Evo, and a Porsche 935 body kit variant. Each car was recreated with meticulous attention to detail, capturing their distinct power delivery, chassis dynamics, and visual design. Alongside the new vehicles, the DLC also introduced the Red Bull Ring circuit in Austria, a high-speed track known for its elevation changes and flowing layout. The GT2 class is available in Open Series and Multiplayer modes, allowing players to explore its unique characteristics across various racing formats.

Promotion for the GT2 Pack focused on the novelty and challenge of the new vehicle category. Kunos Simulazioni released trailers and gameplay showcases highlighting the raw power and reduced downforce of GT2 cars, emphasizing the skill required to master them. The addition of the Red Bull Ring was also a key promotional point, with visuals and track previews shared across social media and sim racing platforms. The DLC was positioned as a fresh and technically demanding expansion, appealing to experienced drivers and fans of high-performance GT racing.

Reception to the GT2 Pack was largely positive. Players praised the diversity and realism of the new cars, noting the distinct driving feel compared to GT3 and GT4 classes. The Red Bull Ring was well received for its accuracy and racing flow, adding another high-quality venue to the game’s circuit list. Critics highlighted the DLC’s contribution to Assetto Corsa Competizione’s evolving content ecosystem, with many viewing it as a fitting addition late in the game’s development cycle. The GT2 Pack reinforced the title’s reputation for authenticity and continued support for official SRO racing categories.