NASCAR 26 to Feature Driver Rating Customization Across Seven Track Types
The developers of NASCAR 26 have revealed a new feature allowing players to manually customize driver skill ratings across multiple track disciplines ahead of the game's September 18 launch.
The developers of NASCAR 26 have unveiled a new gameplay feature that allows players to manually adjust driver performance ratings. The mechanic was showcased in a promotional video featuring Trackhouse Racing drivers Shane van Gisbergen, Ross Chastain, and Connor Zilisch, who reviewed their in-game assessments before being introduced to the custom editing tools.
The rating architecture evaluates drivers across seven distinct track categories: Intermediate, Road Course, Super Speedway, Speedway, Concrete, Short Intermediate, and Martinsville. Each track-specific metric directly impacts a competitor's overall evaluation. Reflecting his real-world road racing success, Shane van Gisbergen was awarded a 99 rating in the Road Course category.
It has not yet been confirmed whether the customization feature will be integrated into the primary career mode or restricted to standalone game modes. NASCAR 26 is scheduled for release on September 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.