Automobilista 2: Endurance Pack Pt1

The Endurance Pack Pt1 DLC for Automobilista 2 was developed and published by Reiza Studios. It was released on January 5, 2024, as part of a major content update that expanded the game’s focus on long-distance, multi-class racing. Available exclusively for PC via Steam, this DLC marked the beginning of a dedicated endurance racing series within Automobilista 2, introducing new cars and features tailored to the demands of high-stakes, strategic motorsport events. It was launched alongside the Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans DLC, reinforcing the game’s commitment to replicating iconic endurance racing experiences.

The DLC introduced three highly anticipated prototype race cars: the Cadillac DPi-V.R, the Porsche 963 GTP, and the BMW M Hybrid V8. These vehicles were modeled with meticulous attention to detail, capturing their aerodynamic profiles, hybrid powertrains, and performance characteristics. Each car was integrated into the game’s existing multi-class racing framework, allowing players to compete in realistic endurance scenarios against GT and other prototype classes. The pack also included updated liveries and compatibility with dynamic weather, day-night transitions, and full race weekend formats.

Promotion for the Endurance Pack Pt1 was coordinated with the release of Automobilista 2’s Update V1.5.5, which featured physics improvements, AI refinements, and expanded gameplay options. Reiza Studios showcased the new content through developer blogs, social media announcements, and preview videos that highlighted the technical accuracy and immersive qualities of the new prototypes. The DLC was also featured in sim racing media coverage and enthusiast forums, where anticipation had been building due to Reiza’s earlier roadmap announcements and teasers.

Reception to the Endurance Pack Pt1 was overwhelmingly positive among the sim racing community. Players praised the quality of the car models, the handling realism, and the synergy with existing endurance tracks like Le Mans and Spa-Francorchamps. The addition of modern prototypes was seen as a major enhancement to Automobilista 2’s content offering, bringing it closer to the standards of top-tier simulators in the endurance racing niche. While some users expressed interest in future expansions to include more cars and teams, the first installment was widely regarded as a successful and well-executed foundation for long-format racing within the game.