For a small country, Ireland has a surprisingly active and vibrant sim racing community, as well as a huge number of extremely talented drivers. From grassroots racers to competitive esports athletes, the Irish sim racing scene continues to grow and thrive. It's a community we've been involved in for many years in various capacities - as league and tournament organisers, competitive drivers, commentators, and passionate supporters of the sport.
Getting involved in sim racing, whether that means drifting, rallying or circuit racing can be extremely daunting. The equipment you need seems confusing and how you actually get online and take part...well, that's a whole other blog post!
This purpose of this page is to highlight as much of the sim racing community here in Ireland as possible, so you can go take a look and see what piques your interest.
Irish Sim Racing Streamers:
Ireland is home to several talented sim racing content creators who regularly stream their racing adventures, share setups, organise events and engage with the community. These streamers represent some of the best Irish sim racing talent and entertainment:
- Laurence Dusoswa - One of Ireland's most prominent sim racing personalities, Laurence creates engaging content across multiple racing titles and has built a strong following in the sim racing community. Visit Laurence's YouTube Channel
- Jackzer - Known for entertaining commentary and competitive racing, Jackzer brings both skill and personality to his streams, making him a favourite among Irish sim racing fans. Visit Jackzer's YouTube Channel
- Billy Oirish - Combining Irish charm with serious racing talent, Billy Oirish delivers quality sim racing content and has become a recognisable voice in the Irish sim racing scene. Visit Billy Oirish's YouTube Channel
Irish Sim Racing Leagues:
Competitive sim racing in Ireland is organised through several well-established leagues that offer structured championships, clean racing, and a friendly competitive environment for drivers of all skill levels:
- RTA Motorsport - One of Ireland's premier sim racing leagues, RTA Motorsport organises professional-level championships across various racing disciplines. They're known for their high-quality race direction, competitive fields, and commitment to fair racing. RTA provides a platform for Irish drivers to compete at the highest level and has helped develop numerous talented racers. Most races are live streamed with live live commentary!
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Potato Nation - A community-focused league that emphasises fun, fair racing and camaraderie. Potato Nation welcomes drivers of all abilities and runs regular championships in popular sim racing titles. Their friendly atmosphere makes them an excellent choice for newcomers to competitive sim racing whilst still offering close, exciting racing for experienced drivers. To join this very active community, see the Discord here!
- Jackzer - Again another community-driven league that is a "non-serious" league that still awards championship points. Primarily organised via his Discord by community members, more information can be found on said Discord found here!
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BillyOIrish - If you are looking for a wide variety of community based racing that is also live streamed via BillyOIrish streaming channels, you can check out his discord where there is normally 2-3 leagues running at any one time on all different days of the week. This opens you up to trying out new car types or jump into what you are familiar with! Join his Discord here!
Physical Sim Racing Locations in Ireland:
If you want to experience sim racing in person or don't have your own setup yet, Ireland has several physical locations where you can drive professional-grade racing simulators. These venues offer everything from casual sessions to professional training:
- Sim Consultants Showroom - DriftGames Clubhouse, Clane, Co. Kildare - Our own showroom and racing hub where you can test the latest sim racing equipment, experience high-end simulators, and connect with the local sim racing community. We regularly host events, practice sessions, and offer expert advice on building your perfect sim racing setup.
- National Esports Centre - Cork - Ireland's dedicated esports facility features state-of-the-art sim racing rigs and hosts competitive events. This purpose-built venue provides a professional environment for serious sim racers and esports athletes to train and compete.
- Mondello Park Sim Experiences - Naas, Co. Kildare - Located at Ireland's premier motorsport venue, Mondello Park offers professional simulator experiences that replicate real-world racing. Perfect for those looking to improve their real-world track skills or experience racing at this iconic Irish circuit in a virtual environment.
- National Kart Centre - Cork & Limerick - With locations in both Cork and Limerick, the National Kart Centre combines real karting with sim racing experiences. It's an excellent venue for groups, parties, or anyone wanting to compare virtual racing with the real thing.
Whether you're looking to join the community, upgrade your equipment, or find your next racing league, Ireland's sim racing scene has something for everyone. Get in touch with us at Sim Consultants to learn more about getting involved in Irish sim racing!