Create the identities for the 2027 Black Tracks!

Hello everyone,

After a great Esports 2026 season, it’s already time to start looking ahead to 2027! As we begin preparations for EWC & ENC 2027, we wish to involve the Trackmania community by launching an Identity Creative Contest.

This time, we’re inviting players to create and submit identities for the 20 Black Tracks that will be featured throughout the seasonal campaigns and the EWC and ENC competitions in 2027.

What is a Black Track identity?

Each Black Track will feature a unique obstacle that gives the track its identity and creates a high-stakes moment for the players. Your challenge is to imagine and create these signature obstacles for the 2027 Black Tracks and some of the biggest esports matches!

Guidelines & Criterias

Official Guidelines are available here: https://www.trackmania.com/news/9288

Submit Your Black Track Identity

Before submitting, please make sure your entry follows the Official Guidelines. Entries that don't meet the requirements, especially the consistency and randomness rules, may be disqualified.

What you need to submit:

1. **Map file (.Map.Gbx): **A map containing your identity, with a short run-up before it and a finish after it.

2. **Replay file (.Replay.Gbx): **A clean run of your identity driven by you.

3. **Spectator clip: **A short video (ideally in Cam 1) showing how the identity looks from a viewer's perspective. Upload it to YouTube (unlisted is fine), or Streamable, and paste the link.

4. **Description: **2 to 4 sentences explaining your concept, what makes it difficult, and how an easier version could be used elsewhere on a track.

5. **Easier variant (optional): **A map file or clip demonstrating a simplified version of your identity.

** Important notes: **

• File uploads require you to be signed in to a Google account.

• Please name your files clearly, for example: YourNickname_IdentityName.Map.Gbx.

• You may submit up to 2 entries. Please fill out the form once per entry:

https://forms.gle/8f8qqP6ifnndALxb7

•  By submitting, you confirm the identity is your own original work.

• Deadline: October 22 at 23:59 CEST. Late entries will not be accepted.

• Questions? Contact us on the Trackmania Discord.

Selection process

In collaboration, EWC and Ubisoft Nadeo will make a first selection of the submitted identities based on the contest guidelines and criteria.

On October 27, tune in for the Black Track Identity Showdown 2027, a special competition where the selected identities will be put to the test – and you’ll get to vote for your favourites.

The winning identities will be used for the 2027 Black Tracks, and their creators will, of course, be credited.

We can’t wait to see what you will create!