NASCAR Racing 2020 Season

NASCAR Racing 2020 Season (also known as NR2020), is a racing simulation video game developed and published by NASCAR Media Group for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Steam, and Microsoft Windows systems. The simulation features multiple improvements from last year's edition as well as an updated roster and paint schemes to match the 2020 racing season.

Features & Gameplay
NR2020 will feature similar gameplay to its prequels along with some minor improvements and one new game mode. When playing in Arcade Mode, drivers can use "Race Mods" which can alter their car to give it an edge on the competition. "Rush", "Resistance", "Flashback", "Avoidance", "Mobility", "Afterburner", "Aftertouch", "Tandem", and "Formation" return from previous entries along with one new Race Mod, "Aero Push".


 * Rush: Once a speed of at least 180 MPH is achieved, Rush will be activated. Rush gives a sense of speed to the player and does not affect the car at all.


 * Resistance: Used to slow down time during a crash. Though can only be used a certain amount of times during a race, can determine weather you win or lose.


 * Flashback: If you do get caught in a crash, Flashback will allow you to rewind to before the accident. However, you only get one Flashback per race.


 * Avoidance: If you begin to spinout, Avoidance will automatically turn your car around keeping it from wrecking or becoming airborne.


 * Mobility: Keeps your car from taking too much damage when wrecking no matter how bad the wreck.


 * Tandem: Pulls the car in front of you right back to your front bumper. Only works on plate tracks.


 * Afterburner: Fuel will not be burned for one lap, push as hard as you want. Perfect for endurance however can only be used once per race.


 * Aftertouch: When your car goes airborne, simply apply aftertouch to slow down time and control your car. This gives you the option to either make an attempt to correct the accident and escape more safely, or steer your car back into traffic to exact revenge.


 * Formation: Exclusive to restrictor plate tracks, Formation will allow you to signal for cars to pull in line with you when switching lanes. At least one car will be guaranteed to move behind you or in front of you. This can be pivotal for a lap lap pass.
 * Aero Push: Exclusive to restrictor plate tracks, Aero Push will allow your spoiler to "lift up" in order to allow better airflow to the back of the car. Doing this will allow the player to gain more speed and catch up to the car in front of them.

Game Modes

 * Testing Session: Take a few hot laps alone around any track.
 * Single Race: Play a single race as any driver on any track with options fully customizable.
 * Season Play: Compete for a championship in any series with your own rules.
 * Career Play: Fight your way to the top with your own driver.
 * Season Replay: Rewrite NASCAR's history with difficult yet rewarding challenges.
 * Franchise: Take the executive role of one of NASCAR's top teams, or create your own, and simulate your way to the top of the scoring pylon.
 * Matchmaking: Compete in online single races or championships.
 * Racing Leagues: Compete in an official racing league in either online or offline mode.
 * Head2Head Solo: Compete in a bracket online each month to determine the top ranked drivers.
 * Head2Head Team: Complete in a bracket online each month with a team to determine the top ranked drivers.
 * NASCAR Media Group Series: Compete in the developers official racing league.
 * Showroom: Customize or create your own car.
 * Options: Customize the game to give yourself the best experience.
 * Opponent Manager: Choose the drivers you want to take part in races.
 * Downloadable Content: Download new content for the game here.

2020 Downloadable Content
Note: Section still under development.

NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series Legacy Pack I
This pack will feature 2013-2019 drivers and paint schemes not included in the 2020 base game.


 * Justin Allgaier (2015 #51 Brandit Toyota Camry)
 * Greg Biffle (2016 #16 Roush Performance Ford Fusion)
 * Greg Biffle (2016 #16 Cheese-It Ford Fusion)
 * Carl Edwards (2013 #99 Aflac Ford Fusion)
 * Carl Edwards (2016 #19 ARRIS Toyota Camry)
 * Carl Edwards (2016 #19 Stanley Tools Toyota Camry)
 * Daniel Hemric (2019 CAT Chevrolet Camaro)
 * Daniel Hemric (2019 Bass Pro Shops Chevrolet Camaro)
 * Sam Hornish, Jr. (2015 #9 Twisted Tea Ford Fusion)
 * Matt Kenseth (2017 #20 PEAK Toyota Camry)
 * Matt Kenseth (2017 #20 DeWalt Toyota Camry)
 * Bobby Labonte (2016 #32 C&J Ford Fusion)
 * Terry Labonte (2016 #32 C&J Ford Fusion)

NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series Paint Schemes Legacy Pack I
''This pack will feature special paint schemes ran in the 2013-2020 seasons not included in the 2020 base game. ''


 * Chase Elliott (2015 #25 NAPA Chevrolet SS)
 * Chase Elliott (2015 #25 NAPA Throwback Chevrolet SS)
 * Chase Elliott (2016 #24 NAPA Chevrolet SS)
 * Chase Elliott (2016 #24 NAPA Unites Chevrolet SS)
 * Chase Elliott (2016 #24 NAPA Throwback Chevrolet SS)
 * Chase Elliott (2017 #24 Hooters Chevrolet SS)
 * Chase Elliott (2018 #24 NAPA Chevrolet Camaro)
 * Chase Elliott (2019 #24 NAPA Chevrolet Camaro)
 * Jimmie Johnson (2013 Lowe's Chevrolet SS)
 * Jimmie Johnson (2014 Lowe's Chevrolet SS)
 * Jimmie Johnson (2015 Lowe's Chevrolet SS)
 * Jimmie Johnson (2017 Lowe's Chevrolet SS)
 * Jimmie Johnson (2018 Lowe's Chevrolet Camaro)
 * Jimmie Johnson (2019 Lowe's Chevrolet Camaro)

Jeff Gordon Legacy
This pack will feature various paint schemes used by Jeff Gordon throughout the 2013-2016 season.


 * Jeff Gordon (#24 2013 AARP Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#24 2014 AARP Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#24 2015 AARP Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#24 2014 AARP Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#24 2015 Axalta Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#24 2014 Axalta Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#24 2014 Axalta Radiant Red Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#24 2015 Axalta Rainbow Warrior Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#24 2013 Pepsi Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#88 2016 Nationwide Insurance Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#88 2016 Nationwide Insurance "Grey Ghost" Chevrolet SS)
 * Jeff Gordon (#88 2016 Axalta Chevrolet SS)

Tony Stewart Legacy
This pack will feature various paint schemes used by Tony Stewart throughout the 2013-2016 season.


 * Tony Stewart (#14 2013 Mobil 1 Chevrolet SS)
 * Tony Stewart (#14 2014 Mobil 1 Chevrolet SS)
 * Tony Stewart (#14 2015 Mobil 1 Chevrolet SS)
 * Tony Stewart (#14 2016 Mobil 1 Chevrolet SS)
 * Tony Stewart (#14 2016 Code3 Chevrolet SS)
 * Tony Stewart (#14 2013 Bass Pro Shops Chevrolet SS)
 * Tony Stewart (#14 2014 Bass Pro Shops Chevrolet SS)
 * Tony Stewart (#14 2015 Bass Pro Shops Chevrolet SS)
 * Tony Stewart (#14 2016 Bass Pro Shops Chevrolet SS)
 * Tony Stewart (#14 2016 Coca-Cola Throwback Chevrolet SS)

Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Legacy
This pack will feature various paint schemes used by Dale Earnhardt, Jr. throughout the 2013-2017 season.


 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2013 #88 Nationwide Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2014 #88 Nationwide Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2014 #88 Nationwide Unites Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2015 #88 Microsoft/Halo 5 Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2015 #88 Nationwide Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2015 #88 Nationwide Unites Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2015 #88 Valvoline Throwback Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2016 #88 Nationwide Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2016 #88 Nationwide Unites Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2016 #88 Batman Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2017 #88 Nationwide Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2017 #88 Nationwide Throwback Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2017 Axalta Chevrolet SS)
 * Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (2017 Axalta Last Ride Chevrolet SS)

Sprint Cup Legends I
''This pack will feature various legendary drivers and paint schemes from the NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series. All Dodge and Pontiac cars have been replaced by Ford. All Chevrolet and Ford branding has been updated to match the Camaro and Mustang models used in the series in 2020. This pack combines the Sprint Cup Legends pack(s) from previous entries and adds two new drivers.''


 * Bill Elliott (#9 Budweiser Ford Mustang)
 * Dale Earnhardt (#3 Chevrolet Camaro)
 * Dale Jarrett (#44 UPS Toyota Camry)
 * Sterling Marlin (#40 Coors Light Ford Mustang)
 * Richard Petty (#43 STP Chevrolet Camaro)
 * Ricky Craven (#32 Tide Ford Mustang)
 * Terry Labonte (#44 Kellogg's Chevrolet Camaro)
 * Rusty Wallace (#2 Miller Light Ford Mustang)
 * Jeff Burton (#31 Cingular Wireless Ford Mustang)
 * Ward Burton (#22 CAT Ford Mustang)
 * Kyle Petty (#42 Mello Yello Chevrolet Camaro)
 * Mark Martin (#6 Valvoline Ford Mustang)

2020 Track Lineup

 * Atlanta Motor Speedway
 * Auto Club Speedway
 * Bristol Motor Speedway
 * Charlotte Motor Speedway
 * Charlotte Roval
 * Chicagoland Speedway
 * Darlington Raceway
 * Daytona International Speedway
 * Daytona Road Course
 * Dover International Speedway
 * Eldora Speedway
 * Homestead-Miami Speedway
 * Indianapolis Motor Speedway
 * Indianapolis Road Course
 * Iowa Speedway
 * Kansas Speedway
 * Kentucky Speedway
 * Las Vegas Motor Speedway
 * Martinsville Speedway
 * Michigan International Speedway
 * Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
 * New Hampshire Motor Speedway
 * Phoenix International Raceway
 * Pocono Raceway
 * Road America
 * Road Atlanta
 * Richmond International Raceway
 * Sonoma Raceway
 * Talladega Superspeedway
 * Texas Motor Speedway
 * Watkins Glen International

2020 Fantasy Track Lineup

 * Bedrock Speedway
 * Connecticut Speedway
 * Florida Street Course
 * Las Vegas NASCAR Awards Ceremony Street Course
 * Monster Energy Complex
 * New York City Street Course
 * North Borough Speedway
 * Peninsula Motor Speedway
 * Riverside Motor Raceway
 * Slipstream Dragway
 * Toyota Motordrome

Soundtrack
NASCAR Racing 2020 Season is the first installment in the series to not feature a full length soundtrack. Music instead, can be played directly to the game by linking Spotify (Xbox / PlayStation / Desktop) and/or iTunes (Desktop) accounts. The game will use "smart delivery" to determine when to use music (such as in menus) and when to either lower it, or turn it off altogether (such as while racing). Settings can be adjusted so music either never plays (for streaming) or continuously plays.

Release
NASCAR Racing 2020 Season was announced in early 2020. Similar to previous entries, NR2020 had various closed and open betas throughout its development. Betas allowed players with access to race on select tracks with a limited field of AI drivers. A multiplayer beta was also held that allowed drivers to compete on select tracks with up to 39 other drivers online.

NR2020 was officially released to the public on December 27, 2020. The base game shipped with all three series and full track lineup along with additional fantasy content created by the developers. Also available at launch are all the downloadable content packs, for free. This was the first release in the series to not feature a Season Pass or any additional post-launch content of any kind. This was a chosen by the developers as the next installment in the franchise will receive a "massive overhaul" on how content is presented and delivered. Though not officially known at this time, it is expected that the franchise is moving to a "service" structure.

NR2020 Ignition
NR Ignition was a feature included as an additional, purchasable service for downloadable content created by both the developers and players in previous installments. Due to the developers wanting to focus on the future of the franchise, NR2020 Ignition was released to the public for free for the first time. However developers will now be doing any modding themselves due to the quick turnaround they are looking at to release the next installment.

Standard Edition
The Standard Edition on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Steam, and Microsoft Windows, will feature all drivers and tracks included with the base game. Using the Race Engine X7 for graphics and Speedway Engine X7 for sound, the Standard Edition will feature forty-three player matchmaking and support additional content throughout the season. The Standard Edition will retail for $59.99. A photo of Matt DiBenedetto will appear on the cover.

Raceway Edition
The Raceway Edition will be made available on all systems and will feature the complete game along with a few additional and exclusive content. Aside from the base game, an exclusive paint scheme pack featuring cars made by the developers themselves will also be included. Physical content will include a 1:64 diecast of 2019 NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series Champion, Kyle Busch, and a signed poster by the developers featuring a photo of the 2020 Daytona 500. The Raceway Edition will retail for $69.99 with Kyle Busch appearing on the cover.

Speedway Edition
The Speedway Edition will be made available on all systems and will feature the complete game along with a few additional and exclusive content. Aside from the base game, an exclusive paint scheme pack featuring cars made by the developers themselves will also be included along with an additional pack featuring paint schemes designed by some drivers. A closed beta key for the next NASCAR Racing installment will also be included. Physical content will include a 1:24 diecast of 2020 NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series Champion, Kyle Busch and a signed poster by the developers featuring a photo of the 2020 Daytona 500. Also included will be a free ticket to any NASCAR XFINITY Series race along with an additional free ticket to any NASCAR Cup Series event. The Speedway Edition will retail for $99.99 and feature Dale Earnhardt, Jr. on the cover.

Trivia

 * The "Aftertouch" Race Mod is based on the feature of the same name in the video game, Burnout 3.
 * The "Aero Push" Race Mod is based on the DRS system featured on modern Formula 1 racing cars.
 * Fantasy Track, Florida Street Course, is based off the layout and atmosphere of the St. Petersburg Street Course.