: The version available on Steam is pre-updated to 1.3, though retail copies may require a manual patch install.
For retail PC versions, the 1.3 patch can be installed manually by extracting the patch files directly into the game directory (e.g., C:\Program Files (x86)\Codemasters\GRID ). Using third-party tools like is recommended on modern systems to resolve frame-pacing issues and provide Vulkan/HDR support. New and more stable Grid - Smartbox
: More recent updates (2024) transitioned the software from 32-bit to 64-bit architecture , significantly improving stability on modern hardware. Grid 1.3
: The maximum view distance was increased by 1 km, allowing players to see the full length of hill roads in San Francisco.
Corrected car selection restrictions to prevent players from choosing ineligible vehicles (like the Pontiac GTO) in specific touring car events. : The version available on Steam is pre-updated to 1
: Fixed an error where "race day" personal best times were only valid for the first race in a Grid World event. Version Variations
The update is a critical patch for the original Race Driver: GRID (2008) and related titles like GRID Autosport , primarily focused on expanding content compatibility and resolving long-standing technical bugs. Key Technical Enhancements New and more stable Grid - Smartbox :
: Community-driven patches now allow the game to leverage 8, 12, 16, or even up to 32 CPU cores, bypassing the original 4-core limit and fixing resolution detection issues. Critical Bug Fixes