Codemasters ‘Pausing Development’ on Rally Games, EA Sports WRC Support Concludes

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According to a recent announcement on their official site, it appears that the pace of development for rally games by Codemasters is decelerating.

It appears that the studio, owned by EA, has announced they have completed their work on the World Rally Championship (WRC), which may indicate that their partnership with the official license for this game has come to an end.

Furthermore, post-launch support for EA Sports WRC has ceased.

Following its release in 2023, the game underwent multiple content upgrades, including the addition of the 2024 season and the recently released Hard Chargers pack, both available at no cost to the rally game. Notably, this upcoming DLC marks the final expansion for the title.

As a dedicated enthusiast, I must share some disappointing news: it seems that Codemasters has decided to put their development plans for upcoming rally games on hold. This implies that we might not see a continuation of their officially licensed rally game series anytime soon, or even ever again.

As a gaming enthusiast, I can assure you that the thrilling world of EA Sports WRC isn’t vanishing. Instead, it’s here to stay, ready and waiting for both seasoned racers and fresh faces alike.

Collaborating on the WRC license marked a significant milestone in our off-road racing voyage with Codemasters, encompassing years of development across games such as Colin McRae Rally and DiRT. The message concludes by expressing gratitude towards our dedicated fans.

As a dedicated fan, I can’t help but share some recent industry news that’s left me pondering – the potential impact of significant job cuts at Electronic Arts (EA). Now, while the specifics regarding Codemasters aren’t clear-cut, it’s essential to keep an eye on developments and hope for the best for our favorite teams there.

Regardless of how you view it, it’s undeniably disappointing news. As you know, Codemasters has been a pioneer in creating rally games for quite some time now, with many of them being top-tier in their sub-genre. It’s unfortunate to learn that they must temporarily halt their rally game development.

It’s possible that the team gets a second opportunity to try again, regardless of the lack of WRC license – we’ll just need to stay tuned for updates.

Hey there fellow gamers! If you’re like me, revving up your engines for some thrilling rally action, then I’ve got great news. Have you been digging Codemasters’ rally games? And were you on the edge of your seat with EA Sports WRC? Well, I can’t wait to hear what you think about it when we get more! Sound off in the comments below and let’s chat racing!

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2025-05-01 15:06