BeamNG.drive for Windows

Introducing BeamNG.drive, an open-world vehicle simulation game that allows players to explore a realistic and immersive driving environment with advanced soft-body physics components. First released in 2013, it gained popularity after the success of Rigs of Rods and entered Early Access in 2015. The game offers both lifelike driving mechanics and extensive vehicle customization options, with a vast selection of vehicles to choose from including compact cars and massive trucks.
The development journey for BeamNG.drive began in 2011, with the team behind Rigs of Rods shifting focus to create a new drive physics engine capable of handling collisions. Initially using CryEngine 3, the game later moved over to Torque for better support with soft-body physics. The name "BeamNG" is derived from the internal design of cars, represented by 'beams,' combined with 'NG' for New Generation.
Several gameplay modes are available in BeamNG.drive, including Campaign and Time Trial scenarios, offering various objectives with rewards for completion. Additionally, Free Roam mode allows players to explore the environment freely and experiment with weather conditions and vehicle manipulation in chaotic scenarios.
Although primarily designed as a single-player experience, mods can be installed to enable multiplayer features like BeamMP for online gaming with friends. The game offers top features such as free access for Alpha and Beta testers during Early Access, along with support for custom alert preferences in the messaging app.
The base game can be played on PCs that meet minimum or recommended requirements and is available as a standalone title, although BeamNG.drive Mobile allows for play on mobile devices too. The developers have not yet released plans to offer the game publicly for free despite its previous availability during Alpha and Beta testing stages, but users who signed up can still enjoy these versions.
Comparisons with similar games such as Rigs of Rods, Wreckfest, and SPINTIRES reveal that BeamNG.drive excels in its physics engine, massive maps, and thrilling car chases while offering a different focus on vehicle design compared to competitors like Rigs of Rods or Wreckfest.
BeamNG.drive's system requirements for Windows 10 include specifications such as an AMD Ryzen 7 1700 or Intel Core i7-6700 processor, along with 32 GB RAM and graphics cards like AMD R9 290 or Nvidia GeForce GTX 970. The game's development team prioritizes user experience, with ongoing updates and improvements for vehicles and environments in BeamNG.drive v0.31, enhancing the overall simulation experience further.