EA in conjunction with Firemonkey Studio has finally announced what will one day be “Real Racing 4”. The new game for Android and iOS will be called Real Racing Next and promises to make a real revolution in racing games for Android and iOS.
To clarify the news and how the new game will only be a "first step" towards the new Real Racing, EA shared a "question and answer".
See a translation below.
Q: What is Real Racing Next?
A: Real Racing Next is an early version of the next iteration of the global mobile racing hit with a limited selection of content and features. It is currently only available to Android players in limited regions.
Q: When will Real Racing Next be released?
A: We are not ready to announce a release date for Real Racing Next as we are still in the early stages of development. The final game is still a long way off, but we want to start testing now as we begin this journey.
Q: Is Real Racing Next a new game?
A: Real Racing Next is in the early stages of testing and not ready for full-scale development. Again, it's a very early test as we explore what the next iteration of Real Racing will look like.
Q: Will Firemonkeys still make new content for Real Racing 3?
A: Absolutely! We're committed to bringing players and fans all the great content they've come to expect from Real Racing 3!
Q: Why is Real Racing Next heading to testing so soon?
A: Real Racing is a series that is highly appreciated by fans all over the world. We want to make sure we deliver the best fan experience and test them in advance to get player feedback.
Q: How can I participate in the first tests?
A: Real Racing Next (Early Access) will be available in the Early Access section of the Google Play Store in Australia and Canada ONLY for a short period of time. If the game is available in your country, go to the Google Play Store and search for Real Racing Next. To participate in Early Access for Real Racing Next, you will need a device with at least the minimum specs listed below, such as a Samsung Galaxy S8.
Gameplay de Real Racing Next
Check out a gameplay video of Real Racing Next, commented by our narrator, João Batista.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-G1LSMWP7qs
Impressive realism, but it comes at a cost
Real Racing Next promises to be incredibly realistic. But this comes at a cost. The game will require at least a Snapdragon 830 processor or higher.
Check the minimum requirements to run Real Racing Next
SO: Android 6.0 (API 23) ou superior
RAM: 2 GB
CPU: Snapdragon 830+, Exynos 8895+
GPU: Mali G71+, Adreno 540+
Real Racing Next images
It is worth remembering that the images are of the game being tested in a “pre-alpha” that does not correspond to the final product.
Font: EA on Reddit.