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How to Game Share Iracing

How to game share iRacing for sim drivers: why one account can’t be used simultaneously and clear steps to install, add accounts, or stream so you can fix this fast.

If you’re asking “how to game share iracing,” the short answer is: you can install and run iRacing on multiple PCs, but you cannot legally or practically share one active subscription for simultaneous online racing. Read on — this guide shows what works, what doesn’t, and the exact steps to fix common problems.

You can install iRacing on any machine (Steam or non‑Steam), but the subscription and online access are tied to an iRacing account. One account can’t be used by two drivers at the same time. To race simultaneously, each driver needs their own iRacing account and subscription.

What’s really going on

iRacing is account-based, not just a one-time game license. Buying through Steam or iRacing’s site gives you access to an iRacing account, but the server enforces a single active session per account. Steam Family Sharing may let another user download the files, but it does not bypass iRacing’s account rules. Sharing login credentials risks account suspension and is against iRacing’s terms of service.

If you’re switching between machines (your home PC and laptop), that’s allowed — but you must sign out on one before signing into the other to avoid conflicts.

Step-by-step fix

If you want to use iRacing on another PC (one user at a time): install iRacing via Steam or the installer, then log in with your iRacing username and password. Close the first session before starting the second.
If you want two people to race at the same time: create a second iRacing account at members.iracing.com and purchase a subscription for that account. Each account is a separate subscription.
If you bought iRacing on Steam and want it on another Steam account: the second person can link their Steam account to their own iRacing account and buy a subscription. Steam library sharing does not let two people race simultaneously under one iRacing account.
Avoid sharing your iRacing login. If you need to move settings, copy Documents\iRacing to the new machine or use the in‑sim export/import for setups and preferences.
For a short-term remote workaround, use Steam Remote Play or a video stream to let someone view/drive remotely — note input latency and connection quality make this poor for competitive racing.

Extra tips / checklist

Don’t share credentials; it can lead to suspension and lost progress.
Install the same driver, firmware and wheel software on both machines to avoid control issues.
Copy your “setups” and “preferences” folders when switching machines to keep the same feel.
If you need two installs for LAN or offline testing, both can be installed, but only one active login per account.
Consider buying a second subscription during promos — iRacing occasionally offers discounts.

FAQs

Q: Can I use Steam Family Sharing to play iRacing on another PC? A: You can share the files, but iRacing’s account system still requires a valid subscription per account, and only one active session per account is allowed.

Q: Can two people use the same iRacing account to race together? A: No. The servers prevent simultaneous use and sharing logins violates terms of service.

Q: How do I move my iRacing install to a new PC? A: Install via Steam or the iRacing installer on the new PC, copy Documents\iRacing for setups/replays, then log in with your iRacing account.

Q: Is streaming or remote play a good workaround? A: Only for casual use or demonstrations. Latency and input lag make it unsuitable for competitive online racing.

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