NASCAR 2005: Chase for the Cup is a racing simulation game for the Microsoft Xbox, developed by EA Tiburon and published by EA Sports. Embracing the intensity of the NASCAR racing series, it features a wide array of licensed vehicles and drivers from the 2005 season. Players can partake in a deep career mode, progressing from modified vehicles to trucks, and eventually to the prestigious Nextel Cup Series. With its focus on high-speed competition and strategic driving, the game offers an immersive experience into the world of professional stock car racing, and falls within the sports and racing genres.