Independent Italian developer 3DClouds has officially announced the release date for its highly anticipated open-wheel simcade racing title, Formula Legends. Launching worldwide on September 18, the game will be available for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, priced at $19.99 / £19.99 / €19.99.
Combining arcade accessibility with authentic racing sim depth, Formula Legends takes players on a journey through 70 years of open-wheel motorsport history, blending retro and modern vibes into one thrilling experience.
🏁 Play the Free Demo Starting Today
Racing fans don’t have to wait until launch to get behind the wheel—a free playable demo is now live for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. For Nintendo Switch users, the demo will hit the eShop on August 14.
The new demo introduces expanded content and community-requested features following the wildly successful alpha demo during June’s Steam Next Fest, which saw over 50,000 players in a single week.
🕹️ What’s Inside the New Demo?
Here’s what you can expect:
- Two Game Modes: Custom Race and Time Attack
- Two Tracks: Belgium and Hungary, both in Classic and Modern configurations
- Three Iconic Racing Eras:
- Mid ‘70s
- Early ‘90s
- Mid ‘20s
(Each with unique cars, teams, and drivers)
- New Extreme Weather: Sunny, overcast, wet, and stormy conditions
- Fully Customizable Gameplay: AI difficulty, race length, driving assists, rules, and more
- New Camera Modes: Includes highly requested cockpit cam and multiple rear angles
- Improved Handling & AI: Sharper braking, more responsive steering, and smarter racing opponents
“Formula Legends has evolved massively since we announced the game earlier this year,” said Francesco Bruschi, CEO of 3DClouds. “This new demo is another opportunity for us to learn and evolve the experience as we accelerate toward launch. Formula Legends is a labor of love for the entire team, and we know motorsport fans will truly cherish it.”
🏎️ A Celebration of Motorsport History
Formula Legends isn’t just another racer—it’s a playful, passionate tribute to the rich legacy of open-wheel racing. With deep customization, weather variability, tire and fuel strategy, and evolving track conditions, it hits a sweet spot between simulation precision and arcade fun.
The game offers something for every player—whether you’re chasing the perfect lap or just want a pick-up-and-play experience with assists and simplified controls.
💬 Join the Community & Give Feedback
Players are encouraged to help shape the game’s final version by sharing feedback through the official 3DClouds Discord server. Every voice counts as the team pushes toward the finish line.
You can find the Formula Legends demo by searching on your preferred platform’s store:
- Steam
- GOG
- Xbox Store
- PlayStation Network
- Nintendo eShop (from August 14)
- Epic Games Store
