What You Can’t Miss from The Crew Showcase 2025

The Crew Showcase 2025 has just wrapped up, and this was our biggest one yet!

During the event, we took a deep dive into what's coming with Year 3, the most ambitious year ever for The Crew Motorfest. Packed with exciting announcements, brand-new experiences, and a closer look at what the future holds, this showcase set the stage for an unforgettable year ahead.

In this recap, you'll find all the highlights, in-depth details, and surprises we shared during the event. Whether you joined us live or are catching up now, this is your guide to everything revealed during the event.

The Crew 2 Hybrid Mode: now available

First announced during our The Crew Showcase 2024, and confirmed earlier this year by Grégory Corgié, Producer on The Crew franchise, we're excited to share that Hybrid Mode for The Crew 2 is available starting today, Thursday, October 16, 2025!

With today's update, players can now switch between the original online experience of The Crew 2 and a brand-new "offline" mode, letting you enjoy the game without an internet connection.

Because The Crew 2 was built first and foremost as a multiplayer experience, some features won't be available while playing offline, including multiplayer modes, global rankings, and livery sharing for example. You'll find a full breakdown of the differences between online and offline play, along with details on how to access and manage your offline save file, in our dedicated article.

This update represents a major milestone in our commitment to ensuring long-term access to The Crew 2 for all players.

The Crew Motorfest Year 3 kicks off On November 5

It's official: Year 3 of The Crew Motorfest begins on November 5 with the launch of Season 8. This new season marks a return to the roots of street racing culture and customization with brand new stance personalization and not less than 40 new branded rims. Those additions highlighted by a unique partnership with BMW. It's no coincidence that our Showcase was filmed at BMW Welt, the brand's iconic showroom in Munich.

Season 9 will follow in March 2026 and will deliver the biggest content addition ever seen in the franchise, with an exclusive partnership with NASCAR, the arrival of RC cars, the release of our new track creation tool TrackForge, and a brand-new island to explore. Finally, Year 3 will end in July 2026 with Season 10, which we'll reveal in detail closer to its release.

With this overview in mind, let's take a closer look at everything announced during the Showcase, starting with Season 8.

Season 8: Back to the Streets

Year 3 begins with Season 8, launching on November 5, and it's all about celebrating the raw energy of street culture. Players will dive into two brand-new Playlists, each bringing its own unique vibe and gameplay features.

The first Playlist, Street Riders, reintroduces an old acquaintance: Weasel, first seen in the Donk vs Lowrider Playlist. Away from the official Motorfest stage, you'll step into an offbeat underground scene where the streets set the rules. Monkey's Kitchen also introduces two new gameplay twists:

• Monkey's Bet: before each race, players can choose whether to accept challenges from the collective, raise the stakes to earn greater rewards and prove themselves as true masters of the streets.
• Free Race: no GPS, no path, just reach the flares as quickly and efficiently as possible until the finish line

On January 7, 2026, a second Playlist will launch in partnership with BMW, diving deep into the brand's legacy and its lasting impact on both automotive history and street culture. Guided by Marc Thiesbürger from BMW Group Classic, players will discover iconic models and stories that have shaped BMW's reputation across generations.

And of course, no season would be complete without new rides. Season 8 will bring a lineup of fresh vehicles to expand your collection, including the all-new BMW M2 CS available exclusively in The Crew Motorfest in January

Season 8 also introduces a wealth of new features and improvements. Vehicle customization takes a major step forward with the long-requested ability to adjust stance, letting you fine-tune ride height and wheel alignment for a personalized look. In addition, licensed rims make their debut, with more customization options than ever, including new colors and material finishes. Competitive players will be able to climb the ranks thanks to a brand-new Ranked Mode in Grand Race, complete with unique rewards and progression tracking. Social play also gets an upgrade with the new "Looking for a Crew" feature, which makes it easier to team up with players interested in the same types of activities, from competition to exploration.

That's not all: Season 8 also welcomes "Friend Pass", allowing any Motorfest player to invite up to three friends per session to join them through the trial version of the game. Unlike the standard trial, there are no time limits, friends can continue progressing and enjoying the game alongside you.

Finally, starting with Season 8, The Crew Motorfest is officially Steam Deck Verified, making it easier than ever to take the festival on the go.

Season 9: The Biggest Content Drop in The Crew History

Launching in March 2026, Season 9 will be the most ambitious season ever released in The Crew franchise. It begins with an exclusive partnership with NASCAR, bringing a dedicated Playlist and a selection of vehicles from the discipline. To capture the unique atmosphere of NASCAR, our teams have gone beyond adding cars: we're reworking both the vehicle physics and the 3Cs (camera, controls, character) to deliver an experience that feels true to the sport, while staying faithful to the Motorfest spirit.

Season 9 will also push the boundaries of creativity with the introduction of TrackForge, a brand-new UGC tool that allows players to create, share, and race on their dream tracks. Designed to be the most powerful creation tool we've ever built, TrackForge will give the community the freedom to imagine everything from authentic circuits to the wildest, most unexpected layouts. To showcase its potential, TrackForge will come to life on an entirely new island, created from the ground up to host custom tracks.

And that's not all, a second new island will also be available right at the start of the season. This environment blends the serious, competitive spirit of NASCAR with more playful designs, including a full NASCAR stadium and over-the-top track layouts, mirroring the kind of creations players will soon be able to build themselves with TrackForge.

Finally, midway through the season, we'll introduce a brand-new vehicle category: RC Cars. Roughly one-third the size of traditional vehicles, these small but mighty machines feature their own dedicated physics and handling model to fully showcase their unique capabilities. Alongside their own Playlist, RC Cars will unlock a completely fresh way to experience the open world of The Crew Motorfest.

We'll be sharing more details as we get closer to the launch of Season 9 in early 2026.

Year 3 Pass and Limited-Time Rewards

To mark the launch of Year 3, we're kicking things off with a special gift. From October 16 to October 19 at 6 PM CEST, all players who log in to The Crew Motorfest can claim the 2017 BMW M2 for free and add it permanently to your collection. Don't miss this limited time opportunity!

In addition, the Year 3 Pass is now available for purchase on all digital stores for €29.99 / $29.99. This new pass grants access to 20 vehicles released throughout the year, including two exclusive models: the Ferrari 12Cilindri (2025) and the Zenvo Aurora Agil (2026).

As a thank-you to our dedicated community, players who already own the Year 1 Pass or the Year 2 Pass will also receive the Cadillac Ciel Concept as a bonus when purchasing the Year 3 Pass.

Conclusion

The Crew Showcase 2025 was our biggest showcase yet, and it set the stage for an unforgettable Year 3. From the launch of Hybrid Mode in The Crew 2 to the road ahead for The Crew Motorfest, we're more excited than ever about what's to come.

None of this would be possible without you, our players. Your passion, feedback, and energy continue to drive us forward, and we can't wait to share this next chapter with you.

Thank you for joining us for the Showcase, and we'll see you on the streets!

Ubisoft Ivory Tower team