- Publisher: Sierra Entertainment
- Release Date: Feb 14, 2003
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The masters of the universe of PC racing game development have gone out the same way they came in - with a stunning achievement!
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This is the ultimate NASCAR simulation and with downloadable content it will be the last one you ever need unless they change the rules, add a track, or make some other significant change to the sport.
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Even without any type of career mode, you are getting one of the most thorough and in-depth sports titles for the PC. The hardcore NASCAR fan that has the computer power to get the most out of this title will be in seventh heaven.
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Some of the best online racing I have ever seen!
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PC GamerEasily the finest of the series. [Apr 2003, p.94]
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If it had a couple more adjustments for force feedback and pedals, and had the ability so save unfinished races, it would almost be as perfect as a racing game is capable of being today.
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It's almost time to stop thinking of this as a game and just as a flat out simulation, a tool which will be useful for years to come and a very riveting hobby to engage in, alone or with friends.
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What's great about this level of detailed realism is that it usually doesn't make the game overwhelming, but rather makes it thrilling.
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Computer Games MagazineBut be warned, this isn't a beer and greasy snack-style arcade racing game - this is the real deal, as intense, deep, and accurate a simulation as exists on your computer. [May 2003, p.78]
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GMR MagazineIf you want to enjoy this game in all its glory, you'd better have a top-end gaming PC and a decent racing wheel. [May 2003, p.66]
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Though NASCAR Racing 2003 Season isn't quite a revolutionary game, it is nevertheless a worthy finale for the series.
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Like "Quake," it’s not just a game that you get better at the more you play it – it's a game that gets better for you as you learn to understand the intricacies.
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Unbelievably detailed graphics that capture the entire NASCAR experience and earth shaking sound effects that still capture the guttural growls of high-performance engines.
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It has a narrow niche and it fits it well – better than any racing game I’ve ever seen. I did notice some jerkiness on my older system that just barely meets the requirements, but other than that, the game ran well.
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Play MagazineWithout question, the must-have racing game for any fan of the sport. [Apr 2003, p.69]
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Crowded races and difficult tracks unforgiving of the smallest mistake require dedication, concentration, high-end equipment, and lots of practice. Aside from these barriers to entry, NASCAR Racing 2003 Season looks and plays beautifully.
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No other racing game on any platform simulates the NASCAR experience this accurately. Graphics have been improved for this year's update, but lack the arcade pop on the consoles.
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Computer Gaming WorldThis year's model leaves you feeling like it's nothing more than one big, full-priced retail patch. [May 2003, p.98]
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 31 out of 40
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Mixed: 3 out of 40
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Negative: 6 out of 40
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May 31, 2023
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May 26, 2023NR2003 is THE best nascar simulator you can get and with a great community and easily moddable files this game just ROCKS!
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May 25, 2023Complete respect for this game being the basis for modern simulation racing games such as iRacing.