Wreckfest 2 Hits Early Access Next Month—Watch the Carnage

Wreckfest 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the demolition derby racing game Wreckfest, is set to arrive in early access for PC on March 20, 2025. Developer Bugbear Entertainment has rebuilt the game's physics engine to enhance crash fidelity and component damage simulation, promising an even more chaotic and immersive experience. Players can expect familiar modes such as Racing, Derby, and multiplayer, along with new challenges featuring unconventional vehicles. Early access will also introduce ongoing content updates including car customization options, additional tracks, mod support, and a revamped career mode tailored to individual playstyles.

Wreckfest 2 will feature a rebuilt physics engine, better crash fidelity, intricate damage simulation, various game modes, and support for up to 24 players in multiplayer. Future updates will include enhanced customization, new tracks, mod support, and a career mode that adapts to the player's style.

The original Wreckfest, initially called Next Car Game, gained a strong fanbase due to its realistic vehicle physics, engaging gameplay, and vibrant community. The first game launched in early access in 2013 before its official release in 2018, and it quickly became known for its fun physics-driven destruction and unique vehicles. Fans of the demolition derby genre are buzzing with excitement for what Wreckfest 2 will bring to the table.