Virtual Drive: Luxury Cars in Video Games

Since the inception of the games console back in the 1970s, racing games with luxury cars have remained a staple part of the virtual gaming experience. As time has progressed, these games have only increased in sophistication and realism when it comes to driving simulations and vehicle customizations. Petrolhead players have the chance to immerse themselves in a first-class driver-seat experience in a wide selection of iconic luxury cars in video games.

Are you a fan of playing racing games like Need for Speed or Gran Turismo? Or perhaps something of like an open world where you can do everything you want and drive around town like Grand Theft Auto? If you’re a car junkie who wants to customize cars into something more to suit your fantasy, check out these games that let you drive (and customize) the best luxury cars.

Need For Speed Heat

When it comes to luxury cars featured in video games, few can beat the record set by the Need for Speed series. With over 25 years and 24 games under its belt, this classic video game has cemented its status in the racing game hall of fame, having been recently rewarded the ‘Best Racing Game’ at Gamescom.

Available on the PlayStation and Xbox platforms, the video game features heavy vehicle customization, including retuning and engine swaps, and thrilling cop chases on the sizzling Miami streets.

The fleet of iconic luxury cars increases as players unlock new levels and includes the top 10 most featured luxury cars in video games. So whether its a Ford Mustang ’65, Ferrari F40 1988 Supercar, Lamborghini Aventador S 2018 Roadster or another of the 132 luxury cars showcased, any one of them can be modified to suit any form of racing – be it drift, off-road or track.

Gran Turismo Sport

The latest edition of the PlayStation Gran Turismo series initially placed heavy emphasis on competitive online racing, allowing gamers to transform its list of 324 cars to make them fit for rally racing on a choice of 82 tracks. But with the game’s latest updates, players now also have the option of returning to traditional single player racing.

Porsche lovers will be glad to know that the iconic luxury cars are featured for the first time in the gaming series, and with features like Sport Mode and Online Championships, players can test out their racing abilities to secure a place in the coveted top 200 racers ranks or represent their respective countries in the Nations Cup and Manufacturers Cup, with winners being honoured at the annual prize-giving ceremony in Paris.

Dirt 5

As far as luxury car racing games go, Dirt 5 is as full-throttle as it gets with its off-road arcade racing experience. Available on the Microsoft, Xbox and PlayStation platforms, the game features a wide range of racing formats including rally cross, ice racing, Stadium Super Trucks, off-road buggies and a four-player splitscreen option, offering gamers a fully-fledged racing experience.

The story-based career mode is also a key highlight of the game, as the player is pitted against a rival racer in championships and has their very own mentor imparting valuable advice and racing wisdom throughout the game. With a whole host of never-before-seen iconic luxury racing cars – including the Audi TT Safari, Ariel Nomad Tactical, Aston Martin DBX, and Mitsubishi e-VOLUTION – accompanying classics like the Chevrolet and Cadillac, this latest edition of the Dirt series is sure to have any luxury car enthusiast salivating from the get-go.

Forza Horizon 4

Multi-award winning Forza Horizon 4 has to be praised for its creativity and attention to detail as it brings gamers a shared world experience set against a UK backdrop, all with dynamic seasons and an original soundtrack to go with it.

Racers have the opportunity to become a Horizon Superstar as they race through the ranks and earn rewards in a choice of over 700 cars, including the iconic luxury supercar, McLaren Senna, and a wide range of game modes.

Perhaps the most compelling feature of this Xbox and Microsoft game is the route creator, which enables gamers to completely customize their own races and race against up to 72 players in online mode, whilst also allowing them to unlock access to hidden supercars as they progess through the game.

Racing game fans and luxury car lovers alike will vouch that any video game that allows you to drive around in iconic cars, which you could probably never afford in real-life, is a surefire way to get your fix.

And nowadays, its not just about the selection of cars a game has to offer, but also about how they look and the ability to customize – all of which enhance the virtual driving experience. All these video games, and more, are availabe to purchase at www.game.co.uk, so why not give them a test drive and decide for yourself which luxury car racing game takes your number one spot.