One of the most notable changes in Project CARS 3 is the introduction of a completely redesigned career mode, which was poorly developed in the second game of the series. Now you have to build up a collection of cars and do some visual upgrades. At the start, the player has a choice of three rather weak cars (Toyota GT86, Mitsubishi Lancer, Honda Civic Type R), and the races are divided into series. 

Pete Morrish – Production Director:

‘In Project CARS and Project CARS 2, we approached the career as if it were a sandbox. Players immediately received a wide choice of disciplines, signed a contract and remained tied to the framework set by their choice...’

Just like in Project CARS 2, in the third game, the career is divided into series and categories. But, according to user reviews, they are more thoughtful and original. The player participates in 10 racing series, which are divided into categories. After completing all rounds, access to the championship appears. And after winning a series of competitions, a new category opens, and so on. That is, you win – you move on. 

The progress is formed on the basis of gained experience and achieved goals (3 per race). Tasks are changing constantly. But basically, it's about completing a lap in a certain time, accelerating to a certain speed, cleanly passing the track, overtaking an opponent, knocking down objects on the track or winning a race. 

Thus, the tasks are divided into five game areas:

  • Race (a classic race, the goal is to overtake the opponent);
  • Hot Lap (you have to do one lap as fast as possible);
  • Breakout (a race where you knock down as many targets as possible in a certain amount of time);
  • Pace Setter (a race where you have to achieve the best average time over three laps);
  • Championship (a short Grand Prix series, you have to win points in several races).
  • Professional players note that some goals can be achieved very easily, while others can be difficult to achieve, even with a great deal of experience. 

Life hack for completing the tasks: you don't have to complete three tasks at once in a race. You can complete them separately by starting the race again.

Completing tasks earns the racer in-game currency, which can be used to improve the car (wheels, body, tires, rims), buy a new car or unlock the next level.