Project Motor Racing continues to carve out its place in the sim racing world with the release of the Japanese GT500 Pack. Developed by Straight4 Studios and published by GIANTS Software, this new DLC delivers one of the most comprehensive collections of Japanese GT machinery ever seen in a modern racing simulator.
The pack stands out because it is currently the only major simulation title across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S to offer this complete lineup of modern SUPER GT cars alongside their legendary predecessors. For fans of Japanese motorsport, this release represents a significant milestone. Here is your first look at it:
The Japanese GT500 Pack brings together cars from two defining periods of Asia’s premier GT championship. On one side are the current-generation GT500 EVO machines, the absolute pinnacle of factory-backed silhouette racing. On the other are the aggressive, instantly recognizable JGTC icons from the early 2000s that helped shape Japanese motorsport culture.
Modern GT500 EVO Cars included:
- 2024 Honda Civic GT500
- 2022 Honda NSX GT500
- 2022 Nissan Calsonic Impul Z GT500
- 2021 Nissan Motul Autech GT-R GT500
- 2022 Toyota GR Supra GT500
These high-downforce prototypes blend production car silhouettes with advanced engineering that pushes performance well beyond traditional GT3 machinery. Each car has been meticulously recreated using the latest physics and tire model updates in Project Motor Racing, delivering distinct handling characteristics based on real-world drivetrain layouts, weight distribution, and aerodynamic profiles.
JGTC Golden Era Icons:
- 2003 Honda NSX JGTC
- 2004 Nissan Fairlady Z (Z33) JGTC
- 2003 Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) JGTC
- 2002 Toyota Supra JGTC
These machines defined an entire generation of fans. With their raw aggression and distinctive styling, they remain some of the most celebrated GT cars ever produced. Driving them in Project Motor Racing offers a direct link to that golden era of Japanese racing.
All nine vehicles benefit from the game’s evolved physics system, which emphasizes progressive handling, clear feedback, and strong connection between player input and on-track behavior. This makes the cars not only extremely fast but also highly demanding and rewarding to master, with each era presenting its own unique challenges.
Complementing the car roster is a brand-new, fully scanned Japanese circuit recreated with exceptional detail. The track features accurate elevation changes, high-fidelity surface textures, and precise trackside environments that perfectly match the character of Japanese GT racing. This addition gives players an authentic home for the GT500 machines and significantly expands the game’s track selection.
SUPER GT has always occupied a special position in global motorsports. Factory-supported, intensely competitive, and deeply rooted in Japanese car culture, the series offers a different flavor from European GT3 or American sports car racing. The Japanese GT500 Pack brings that unique identity into Project Motor Racing in impressive fashion.
For longtime sim racers, having both modern GT500 EVO cars and their JGTC predecessors in the same package creates fantastic variety. Newer players will appreciate the accessible yet challenging nature of these machines, while experienced drivers can dive deep into the technical differences between the two generations.
As sim racing continues to grow in popularity, content that celebrates specific motorsport cultures helps games like Project Motor Racing stand apart from more generic racing titles. Straight4 Studios has clearly put significant effort into capturing the essence of these cars and the tracks they race on.
The Japanese GT500 Pack is available today on digital storefronts for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players can purchase the pack individually or as part of the Year 1 Season Pass, which offers up to 30% savings compared to buying content separately. The pass also includes additional releases planned throughout 2026.
This DLC continues Project Motor Racing’s focus on delivering high-quality, culturally significant content that appeals to dedicated sim enthusiasts. By combining authentic vehicles, detailed physics, and a purpose-built Japanese circuit, the Japanese GT500 Pack delivers a complete package that should satisfy both casual fans and serious competitors.
Whether you grew up watching the R34 Skyline battle it out in JGTC or have followed the modern SUPER GT battles between Honda, Nissan, and Toyota, this update offers an excellent way to experience that history and current excitement from the driver’s seat. The Japanese GT500 Pack is out now and ready to be explored.