8 iRacing Tracks Stuck in Development Hell

iRacing has scanned some incredible tracks that still haven’t made it into the sim, which creates a weird mix of hype and frustration. Some of these are basically guaranteed future releases, while others feel like they’ve been quietly left behind. Either way, this list is full of “what could have been” and “what still might be.”

• Will Bahrain International Circuit and Circuit Paul Ricard actually arrive soon after being teased in recent dev updates?
• Could Circuit Ricardo Tormo finally drop alongside a NASCAR Euro Series push, or is it stuck in development limbo?
• Is Pukekohe Park Raceway destined to become a “lost forever” track despite being scanned before its closure?
• And what about forgotten projects like New Jersey Motorsports Park? Will they ever get a proper, finished release after years of silence?

There’s a clear pattern here. The newer, high-profile circuits feel like a matter of when, not if. But the older scans are where things get murky, especially tracks tied to outdated tech, low demand, or licensing complications. That’s where iRacing stops being a preservation tool and becomes a business strictly. This video really taps into that uncertainty. Some of these tracks could drop tomorrow and feel like huge wins, others may never see the light of day despite already being scanned. And that gap between expectation and reality is what keeps this topic so interesting.

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