WRC: It’s Not Surprising Who Continues the Game Adaptations!

General news News 05/27/2025

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After Electronic Arts dropped the WRC license after only one game, the future of the World Rally Championship game adaptations is in new hands.

The FIA has announced that Nacon is once again the official publisher of WRC games, after previously holding the license that was handed to Codemasters and EA. Codemasters acquired the license in 2020 for its own WRC series, which resulted in EA Sports WRC 2023, released on November 3, 2023. After Electronic Arts acquired Codemasters, it was set to create WRC games until 2027. But before Codemasters got the license, Nacon had already published seven WRC games, developed by Kylotonn, a studio Nacon acquired in 2018. Last month, Codemasters confirmed it was putting future rally games on hold, and now we know why the license returned to Nacon.

“We are thrilled to renew our collaboration with WRC Promoter. This iconic license provides a unique opportunity to create a highly refined driving experience that meets the expectations of rally fans. Between 2015 and 2023, we worked closely with the official teams and drivers, giving us unmatched expertise in bringing the thrill of rally racing to video games. This new project is a major milestone: a completely reimagined game created by a passionate and dedicated team whose clear goal is to take rally games to the next level,” wrote Alain Falc, Nacon CEO, in the press release.

Under the new agreement, Nacon has secured the rights for the 2027–2032 seasons, meaning the next two years will likely be spent developing this new WRC series. The press release says the goal is to deliver an immersive experience that truly reflects the championship and excites both rally fans and newcomers alike.

“After a thorough evaluation, we are thrilled to have reached an agreement with Nacon. Their vision for the franchise is exceptional, and their expertise in rally game development is undeniable. We can’t wait to break new ground together and create epic adventures that go beyond what rally fans expect,” said Arne Dirks, FIA World Rally Championship marketing director.

So, Nacon has reclaimed the rights that were once theirs after Sony and Milestone – and Electronic Arts has abandoned what Codemasters began.

Source: WCCFTech, Globe Newswire

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