NASCAR 26 Officially Reveals Cover and Release Window

After nearly four years without a standalone NASCARvideo game, NASCAR 25 was a welcome return for racing fans. The lengthy gap between releases did not go unnoticed, and many players were pleased when the title finally arrived last year.

Since the game’s last major update in March, however, things have been relatively quiet. With little news coming from iRacing Studios, fans have spent months wondering what was next for the franchise.

That wait is finally over.

Today, iRacing Studios officially unveiled NASCAR 26, confirming that the next entry in the series is scheduled to launch later this year. The announcement was accompanied by the game’s first cover reveal and confirmation of its release window.

NASCAR 26 Release Window

While an exact release date was not announced, iRacing Studios confirmed that NASCAR 26 is targeting a September release window.

The reveal marks the beginning of the game’s marketing cycle, with more information expected to arrive throughout the summer. Gameplay details, new features, supported platforms, and preorder information have not yet been disclosed.

NASCAR 26 Cover Revealed

The cover for NASCAR 26 will be two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson.

The newly released cover artwork features Larson behind the wheel of his No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet, giving fans their first official look at the upcoming title.

While the teaser itself was brief, it provided the first concrete details about the next installment in the NASCAR gaming franchise and reassured fans that development remains on track.

NASCAR 26 is expected to build upon the foundation established by NASCAR 25, which marked the return of standalone NASCAR gaming after a lengthy absence. While iRacing Studios has not yet revealed specific gameplay improvements, modes, or new features, Wednesday’s announcement signals that more information is on the way. Additional reveals are expected throughout the summer as the developer ramps up toward launch later this year.

This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2026, where it first appeared in the Sports Video Games section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.