What is the best game similar to Le Mans Ultimate?

The closest game to Le Mans Ultimate is Forza Horizon 4, scoring 82/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Le Mans Ultimate?

The three closest games to Le Mans Ultimate are: 1. Forza Horizon 4 (82/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Forza Horizon 5 (82/100, 8 shared attributes) 3. Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit (83/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Le Mans Ultimate's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 9 dimensions.

Is Forza Horizon 5 similar to Le Mans Ultimate?

Yes, very much so — Forza Horizon 5 scores 82/100 similarity to Le Mans Ultimate. They share 8 attributes, including deep simulation and racing gameplay. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What Simulation games are similar to Le Mans Ultimate?

The best Simulation games similar to Le Mans Ultimate are Forza Horizon 4, Forza Horizon 5, Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit and F1® 2021. All share the Simulation genre alongside other key Le Mans Ultimate attributes like deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation.

How is similarity to Le Mans Ultimate calculated?

We compare Le Mans Ultimate against every game in our catalog using 9 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Le Mans Ultimate experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

Are there free games similar to Le Mans Ultimate?

Yes — RaceRoom Racing Experience is free and scores well on similarity to Le Mans Ultimate. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

Looking for games like Le Mans Ultimate? We analyzed its gameplay DNA — deep simulation, strong narrative focus and open world exploration — against over 6,700 titles. These 50 alternatives are ranked by real similarity, not marketing tags. Forza Horizon 4 leads with 82/100, followed by the rest of the list.

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Top games similar to Le Mans Ultimate

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Le Mans Ultimate. Each one has been evaluated across 9 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Forza Horizon 4Closest on genre

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerPvPNarrativeOpen World

Steam👍 91%· 302KRAWG👍 91%· 1.7KMC90IGDB91· 14OC92· 143

Year 2018Dev Playground Games · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~13hOn PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of racing sims: deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Stands apart with battle royale tension, adventure storytelling and shooter, while skipping early access

Forza Horizon 4 is the eleventh game in the Forza franchise of racing games and the fourth in the Horizon subseries. ###Premise Forza Horizon 4 takes place in a shared open world that is loosely based on the United Kingdom.

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SoloMultiplayerPvPNarrativeOpen World

Steam👍 89%· 272KRAWG👍 88%· 771IGDB94· 11OC92· 184

Year 2021Dev Playground Games · Xbox Game StudiosPlaytime ~15hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are racing sims — sharing deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, melee combat and co op, while skipping early access

Your Ultimate Horizon Adventure awaits! Explore the vibrant and ever-evolving open world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in hundreds of the world’s greatest cars. Explore a world of striking contrast and beauty.

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#3Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerPvPNarrativeOpen World

Steam👍 83%· 20KRAWG👍 76%· 780MC86IGDB90· 8

Year 2010Dev Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are racing sims — sharing deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, melee combat and co op, while skipping early access

Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit is an arcade racing game, where you complete missions switching between a police officer and a racer. While the goal is the same - to reach the finish first, the game allows trying another side of races as you need to stop a lawbreaker in the police part of the game.

It predates Le Mans Ultimate by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

PvPMultiplayerSoloNarrativeOpen World

Steam👍 86%· 35KRAWG👍 75%· 65OC85· 84

Year 2021Dev Codemasters · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~17hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are racing sims — sharing deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Its own twist: offline, co op and online features, while skipping early access

• The entire F1® 2021 game • Braking Point Content Pack • Celebrate the release of F1® 2021 with exclusive in-game items inspired by the fictional stars of the new ‘Braking Point’ story experience.

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#5Forza MotorsportClosest overall match

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

MultiplayerSoloPvPNarrativeOpen World

Steam👍 51%· 12KIGDB88· 6OC84· 126

Year 2023Dev Turn 10 Studios · Xbox Game StudiosOn Xbox · PC

✓ Fits the racing sims cluster, with deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings co op, resource management and skill tree progression, while skipping early access

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Le Mans Ultimate.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerNarrativeOpen WorldEarly Access

Steam👍 95%· 114KRAWG👍 81%· 83

Year 2016Dev Amistech GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC

✓ Both are racing sims — sharing deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Its own twist: survival mechanics, roguelike runs and sandbox freedom, while skipping PvP competition

MY SUMMER CAR is the ultimate car owning, building, fixing, tuning, maintenance AND permadeath life survival simulator. You start the game with hundreds of loose parts and assemble both car and engine. Not only you need to maintain your car, but yourself as well.

It predates Le Mans Ultimate by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7F1® 23

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerPvPNarrativeOpen World

Steam👍 86%· 18KRAWG👍 74%· 23IGDB88· 5OC85· 58

Year 2023Dev Codemasters · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are racing sims — sharing deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, competitive edge and vibe relaxing, while skipping early access

Be the last to brake in EA SPORTS F1 23, the official video game of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship. A new chapter in the thrilling "Braking Point" story mode delivers high-speed drama and heated rivalries.

Where it drifts furthest from Le Mans Ultimate: tone.

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#8F1® 22

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerPvPNarrativeOpen World

Steam👍 69%· 26KRAWG👍 50%· 42IGDB83· 5OC81· 87

Year 2022Dev Codemasters · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~7hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the racing sims cluster, with deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Stands apart with co op, offline and online features, while skipping early access

Enter the new era of Formula 1® in EA SPORTS™ F1® 22, the official video game of the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship™.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Le Mans Ultimate.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerPvPOpen WorldCo-op

Steam👍 82%· 30KRAWG👍 57%· 82MC78IGDB77· 6OC78· 113

Year 2021Dev Ubisoft · Ubisoft EntertainmentPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are racing sims — sharing deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Stands apart with co op, online features and exploration and discovery, while skipping strong narrative focus

Jump into the Riders Republic™ massive multiplayer playground! Grab your bike, skis, snowboard, or wingsuit and explore an open world sports paradise where the rules are yours to make—or break. - Battle against over 20 players simultaneously in a massive multiplayer playground.

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#10Assetto Corsa Competizione

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerOpen WorldExplorationFirst Person

Steam👍 93%· 46KRAWG👍 75%· 76MC76IGDB70· 2OC75· 72

Year 2018Dev Kunos Simulazioni · 505 GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are racing sims — sharing deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Its own twist: exploration and discovery, visual first person and visual third person, while skipping strong narrative focus

A GT3-only simulator rather than a broad racing game: tyre temperatures, evolving track conditions and force feedback that real drivers single out as the most communicative available. The narrowness is the trade — the base roster is small enough that most players end up buying DLC, and the public lobbies are policed by a safety rating that punishes you for being crashed into.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerOpen WorldExplorationFirst Person

Steam👍 81%· 18KRAWG👍 69%· 229MC86IGDB84· 8OC82· 97

Year 2017Dev Slightly Mad Studios · Bandai Namco EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of racing sims: deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings exploration and discovery, visual first person and visual third person, while skipping strong narrative focus

Pre-Purchase OfferPre-purchase now to get the Japanese Cars Bonus Pack containing 4 legendary racing machines from Nissan and Honda, plus unique racing liveries. Only if you already have Project CARS: Feel free to pre-order Project CARS 2 at a discounted price!

It predates Le Mans Ultimate by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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SoloMultiplayerNarrativeFirst PersonThird Person

Steam👍 79%· 14KRAWG👍 66%· 270MC83IGDB82· 14OC80· 73

Year 2015Dev Slightly Mad Studios · Bandai Namco EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the racing sims cluster, with deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Stands apart with visual first person and visual third person, while skipping open world exploration

With the help of original technical solutions, the game manages to offer a fully dynamic SETA model of tires, as well as a system of dynamic day and weather change. The player feels how the car adjusts the behavior depending on the work of braking assistance or stability control.

It predates Le Mans Ultimate by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13Skate 2

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerOpen WorldSandbox WorldExploration

IGDB83· 4

Year 2009Dev EA Black Box · Electronic ArtsOn PlayStation 3

✓ Same family of racing sims: deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Its own twist: sandbox freedom, sandbox world and exploration and discovery, while skipping strong narrative focus

It predates Le Mans Ultimate by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14F1 2018Closest on game mode

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GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

MultiplayerSoloPvPCompetitive

Steam👍 89%· 14KRAWG👍 61%· 201MC84OC83· 72

Year 2018Dev CodemastersPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are racing sims — sharing deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation

≠ Its own twist: competitive edge, while skipping strong narrative focus

F1® 2018 HEADLINE EDITION Buy F1® 2018 HEADLINE EDITION to get F1® 2018 and the F1® 2018 ‘HEADLINE CONTENT DLC PACK’ About the Game MAKE HEADLINES in F1® 2018. F1® 2018 is the official videogame of the 2018 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™.

Where it drifts furthest from Le Mans Ultimate: tone.

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#15Automation - The Car Company Tycoon Game

iRank94

GenreSimulationSubgenreVehicle SimSub-subgenreSim Racing

SoloMultiplayerNarrativeOpen WorldEarly Access

Steam👍 94%· 17K

Year 2015Dev Camshaft SoftwarePlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Both are racing sims — sharing deep simulation, racing gameplay and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: sandbox freedom, sandbox world and resource management, while skipping sports simulation

Current Release StatusThe current release contains the Car and Engine design aspects of Automation along with a simplified "Lite Campaign" version of the Tycoon gameplay.

Where it drifts furthest from Le Mans Ultimate: world.

It predates Le Mans Ultimate by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Le Mans Ultimate, ordered from highest to lowest similarity score. Use the filters above to narrow down by genre, setting or game mode and find the alternative that best fits your playstyle.

Test Drive Unlimited 2

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GTR 2 FIA GT Racing Game

Simulation · Racing

MX vs. ATV Reflex

Simulation · Racing

GT Legends

Simulation · Racing

Brick Rigs

Simulation · Racing

Forza Motorsport 6

Simulation · Racing

BeamNG.drive

Simulation · Racing

Xpand Rally

Simulation · Racing

Grid 2

Simulation · Racing

Race Driver: Grid

Simulation · Racing

Wreckfest

Simulation · Racing

Assetto Corsa

Simulation · Racing

Colin McRae Rally 04

Simulation · Racing

DiRT 4

Simulation · Racing

Xpand Rally Xtreme

Simulation · Racing

DiRT Rally

Simulation · Racing

RaceRoom Racing Experience

Simulation · Racing

RACE - The WTCC Game

Simulation · Racing

Disney Planes

Simulation · Racing

DiRT Rally 2.0

Simulation · Racing

GTR - FIA GT Racing Game

Simulation · Racing

SnowRunner

Simulation · Racing

Euro Truck Simulator 2

Simulation · Racing

American Truck Simulator - Oregon

Simulation · Racing

MudRunner

Simulation · Racing

RACE 07

Simulation · Racing

American Truck Simulator

Simulation · Racing

Grid

Simulation · Racing

Need for Speed: Shift

Simulation · Racing

Car Mechanic Simulator 2018

Simulation · Racing

F1 2011

Simulation · Racing

Need for Speed: ProStreet

Simulation · Racing

Euro Truck Simulator

Simulation · Racing

Retrowave

Simulation · Racing

Need for Speed: Carbon

Simulation · Racing

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Le Mans Ultimate?: The closest game to Le Mans Ultimate is Forza Horizon 4, scoring 82/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Le Mans Ultimate?: The three closest games to Le Mans Ultimate are: 1. Forza Horizon 4 (82/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Forza Horizon 5 (82/100, 8 shared attributes) 3. Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit (83/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Le Mans Ultimate's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 9 dimensions.
Is Forza Horizon 5 similar to Le Mans Ultimate?: Yes, very much so — Forza Horizon 5 scores 82/100 similarity to Le Mans Ultimate. They share 8 attributes, including deep simulation and racing gameplay. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What Simulation games are similar to Le Mans Ultimate?: The best Simulation games similar to Le Mans Ultimate are Forza Horizon 4, Forza Horizon 5, Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit and F1® 2021. All share the Simulation genre alongside other key Le Mans Ultimate attributes like deep simulation, racing gameplay and sports simulation.
How is similarity to Le Mans Ultimate calculated?: We compare Le Mans Ultimate against every game in our catalog using 9 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Le Mans Ultimate experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to Le Mans Ultimate?: Yes — RaceRoom Racing Experience is free and scores well on similarity to Le Mans Ultimate. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.