We’ve been calling for it for years, but finally it’s time for cycling fans to be treated to a significant visual leap with the announcement of Tour de France 2025 and Pro Cycling Manager 2025. And yep, they are being powered by Unreal Engine 5.
NACON and Cyanide Studio have announced Tour de France 2025, the official game of the legendary cycling competition, is launching on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC on June 5, 2025.
The biggest news? This year’s entry, along with its PC-only management counterpart Pro Cycling Manager 25, is making the jump to Unreal Engine 5, promising a much-needed graphical overhaul.
We’ve been calling for visual upgrades to the Tour de France series for years, and it seems Cyanide has delivered.
The shift to Unreal Engine 5 aims to elevate the realism and immersion significantly, boasting vastly improved graphics quality, enhanced landscape and environment fidelity, and better rendering of visual effects. This technical evolution should make experiencing the Tour de France and other major cycling competitions more realistic than ever.
Tour de France 2025: Aiming for the Yellow Jersey
As the official game of the iconic race, Tour de France 2025 lets you experience the thrill of competing for the coveted yellow jersey across 21 faithfully reproduced stages. Iconic locations like Mont Ventoux and the Champs-Élysées are promised to be represented with greater fidelity thanks to the new engine.
You can choose your path to glory: step into the shoes of a famous rider in Pro Leader mode or build your own legend from the ground up in Career mode.
Beyond the graphical enhancements, this 2025 edition also introduces new races (including the prestigious Flèche Wallonne and the Circuit Grand Est) and improvements to the multiplayer mode, offering more ways to compete.
Also Announced: Pro Cycling Manager 25 (PC Exclusive)
While the main focus for console players is Tour de France 2025, simulation fans on PC can look forward to Pro Cycling Manager 25, also launching on June 5th.
This iteration lets you take on the role of team manager, handling budgets, recruitment, and sponsor relationships. Key updates for PCM 25 include increased sponsor influence (each with specific requirements for funding) and improved competitor AI for more realistic race behaviour.
Key Features for Tour de France 2025
- Unreal Engine 5 Upgrade: Vastly improved graphics and environmental fidelity.
- Official Tour de France Simulation: Compete across 21 faithfully reproduced stages.
- Pro Leader & Career Modes: Play as a famous rider or build your own legacy.
- New Races: Includes Flèche Wallonne and Circuit Grand Est.
- Multiplayer Improvements: Enhanced online competition.
Get Ready to Ride This June
The move to Unreal Engine 5 is a massive step for the Tour de France series, promising the visual upgrade fans have long desired.
Mark your calendars for June 5th 2025, when Tour de France 2025 arrives on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Get ready to experience the intensity and beauty of professional cycling like never before! We’ll be eager to see how this graphical leap translates to the final product and will aim to bring you a full review upon release.
