Thinking of possibly investing in a DD base, my GT Omega will probably fall apart using it. Are there any rigs that will support it? Should I delve into making my own?
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If anyone can do something good with the Project Cars engine it's Reiza so I'm really looking forward to that. AMS is my go to road racing sim so I'm curious to see how they do with that.
Also hyped about the pro 2/4 dirt trucks tonight in iRacing. It's a full circle with them coming back to those and it's like we have a new Soda off road, INDYCAR racing and nascar racing modern day sequel with iRacing right now.
Also hyped about the pro 2/4 dirt trucks tonight in iRacing. It's a full circle with them coming back to those and it's like we have a new Soda off road, INDYCAR racing and nascar racing modern day sequel with iRacing right now.
***UPDATE***
Spa Choppers updated to preserve the original Kunos layout and avoid online checksum errors.
The choppers are now part of a new separate track layout.
Spa Choppers updated to preserve the original Kunos layout and avoid online checksum errors.
The choppers are now part of a new separate track layout.
The not-90s-F1s are available for RE3.
Took them all for a single lap around the test circuit for free and will certainly purchase one... just not sure which yet. They're all great fun! My only complaint after a single lap is the sound. There's not as much depth and detail compared to previous cars. Then again, it's not as if F1 cars pop, bang and squeak.
Took them all for a single lap around the test circuit for free and will certainly purchase one... just not sure which yet. They're all great fun! My only complaint after a single lap is the sound. There's not as much depth and detail compared to previous cars. Then again, it's not as if F1 cars pop, bang and squeak.
Alex H has worked his tail off making these cars accurate and balanced so that each car has its own 'flavour' but no one car should be dominant.
I'm a V10 man although the V12 sounds glorious 8) I believe the cars are based on red ones from Modena.
Not too sure on the AI skill levels as they've struggled with the new physics as are using the same physics as the player. This is unlike AC which uses TC to curtail unruly AI driving or AI using different physics which is commonplace.
Work continues on making the AI better!
I used a GT Omega Pro rig, and I would not recommend using a direct drive base on it unless you add extra reinforcements. I saw somewhere that GT Omega can provide an additional pair of uprights for the Pro cockpit (so they can be doubled up) for this purpose - that would make a big difference. However I recommend building an aluminium profile rig, either from the raw material cut to the right lengths (there are many plans to follow online), or using a pre-cut set with custom brackets from somewhere like Sim Lab.
I have one; the WSP is very well built, quite heavy and won't budge on carpet.
I think the WSP is worth the money and it seems as though it's a small indie operation so it is worth supporting them.
ACC BETA update:
1.0.2 Preview (eventual public hotfix changelist subject to changes)
1.0.2 Preview (eventual public hotfix changelist subject to changes)
Very interesting regarding the KTAA and being able to use the custom FFB LUT from AC. I remember Lord Kunos stating this was a placebo and wasn't required!
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I just received this new Ascher wireless rim. It's using his new aluminum magnetic shifters, and they couldn't be more solid. Barry at the SRG gave a glowing review just today, and apparently Jimmy won his LeMans race using this rim.
I also bought the Samsung 49" CRG9 this week. At 5120x1440, it's over the top but future-proof. I do have my global fps capped at 117 and iRacing typically maintains it at native res.
Given ACC now has KTAA (which a search nets zero information on), here is a comparison video:
From the Reddit thread when ACC is viewed in a replay:
A 9% hit for KTAA vs FXAA however the visual quality improvement is significant and definitely worth that vs other effects.
I also found a comparison for nearly every visual setting; it is slightly dated however it gives a good overview of the visual and performance differences between Epic-Low/Off for each visual category: https://www.reddit.com/r/ACCompetiz...setto_corsa_competizione_individual_settings/
From the Reddit thread when ACC is viewed in a replay:
- FXAA: Nice sharp picture, but produced undeseriable dithering in smooth flat parts (e.g. body of cars).
- TAA: Really smooth (almost too smooth, dirt on the car wasn't clear) but with significant ghosting
- KTAA: Really nice and crisp showing all the details - arguably a little too crisp, but not noticable when driving for me.
- FXAA: 90 fps
- Temporal: 84 fps
- KTAA: 82 fps
A 9% hit for KTAA vs FXAA however the visual quality improvement is significant and definitely worth that vs other effects.
I also found a comparison for nearly every visual setting; it is slightly dated however it gives a good overview of the visual and performance differences between Epic-Low/Off for each visual category: https://www.reddit.com/r/ACCompetiz...setto_corsa_competizione_individual_settings/
Fanatec updated the CSL Elite to version 1.1.
Interesting! I always wanted to make the switch from my Thrustmaster T300 to the Fanatec ecosystem mainly due to the rims but I never liked that the PS4 version of the CSL elite was a better product. Now I just need to convince myself that the CSL Elite is a worthy upgrade to the T300.
you can use the CSL Elite+ PS4 version with an Xbox compatible wheel and you'd have support for all 3 platforms.
That's correct. The two CSL bases are now effectively the same aside from the Sony security chip inside the Wheel Base +.
CSL E WB V1.1: PC, Xbox One if used with an Xbox One steering wheel
CSL E WB+: PC, PS4, Xbox One if used with an Xbox One steering wheel.
The combination of WB+ and Xbox One wheel would therefore work on all three platforms. The same applies to the PS4 direct drive system.
Cool, thanks Betta! I'd rather play GT Sport on my OLED than having to buy another PS4 and try to use a GIMX adapter with my OSW. I've got a Wheelstand Pro on the way and since I already have two Fanatec wheels (Formula Carbon and BMW GT2) and the CSPv3 pedals then all I need is a Elite PS4 base.
I just received this new Ascher wireless rim. It's using his new aluminum magnetic shifters, and they couldn't be more solid. Barry at the SRG gave a glowing review just today, and apparently Jimmy won his LeMans race using this rim.
I also bought the Samsung 49" CRG9 this week. At 5120x1440, it's over the top but future-proof. I do have my global fps capped at 117 and iRacing typically maintains it at native res.
I somehow skipped this post. I've been looking at that wheel myself. Do the thumb sticks work like the ones on a Fanatec wheel (if you have used one)? I also wonder if these wireless wheels would work with my year old SimuCUBE.
You also got the monitor I should have waited on. I have the 1080p variant and love it but I extra resolution is really nice.
I haven't used the Fanatec sticks, but these ones are multi-directional, rotate and I believe also click in. My SC2 wheel base was delayed until next month so I haven't had the chance to try my rim. It'll work on your base but you'll need the plug and play wireless module. Ascher is sold out but I'm sure there are other suppliers.
Is there any talk of racing sims coming out on Oculus Quest? Not sure how it would connect to a racing wheel or if it can even power them but it would be awesome
If they allowed a proper wired connection to a PC (to use as a Rift), then this would be immediately possible. Connecting a racing wheel directly to the headset? Seems very unlikely, and even if it was possible, I doubt the Quest has the horsepower to run a decent driving sim.
ACC version 1.0.3 beta available:
GENERAL:
- Audio optimizations to lower the memory footprint.
- Fixes to overall game stability and added logging.
GAMEPLAY:
- Fixed a rare bug that failed to turn on the ignition in AI cars.
- Fixed driver swap missing in Race 2 of career race weekends.
- Fixed autosave not storing tyre set wear data.
- Fixed random weather not randomizing ambient temperature.
- Fixed potential issue not auto saving replays
GRAPHICS:
- Fixed disabled driver foot animations in the Mercedes-AMG GT3.
UI/HUD:
- Revamped controller options menu, allowing keyboard, direct-input and X-input customization.
NOTE: old controller presets will continue to work.
- Fixed widget position when the car crosses the finish line.
- Camera movement and look-with-wheel sliders activate/deactivate in relevant camera modes.
- Fixed a bug on the weather page that allowed rain level without cloud level after entering the page.
- Fixed confusing behaviour of random track button on the weather UI.
- Fixed weather summary incorrectly reporting dynamic weather disabled with random weather on.
- Fixed podium sequence not responding to mapped pause key.
- Fixed championship AI aggression being incorrectly limited to 80-100%.
- Default championship settings updated.
- Resume button added inside the main Championship and Career pages.
- Revised layout organization of race-end messages.
- Fixed wind speed not being absolute value.
VR:
- Mouse in VR: added wheel and scroll bar support.
- Fix to the HUD stereo layer clipping with the car geometry.
RATING & MULTIPLAYER:
- The "too slow for Eau Rouge" fix introduced in 1.0.1 is now more accurate.
- Fixed an issue where cars can load without setup (=no ABS/TC) applied / HUD invisible.
- Entrylists can now use "isAdmin" as intended.
- Entrylists can now use "overrideDriverInfo" as intended.
- Added ServerAdminHandbook v1 to the server folder.
GENERAL:
- Audio optimizations to lower the memory footprint.
- Fixes to overall game stability and added logging.
GAMEPLAY:
- Fixed a rare bug that failed to turn on the ignition in AI cars.
- Fixed driver swap missing in Race 2 of career race weekends.
- Fixed autosave not storing tyre set wear data.
- Fixed random weather not randomizing ambient temperature.
- Fixed potential issue not auto saving replays
GRAPHICS:
- Fixed disabled driver foot animations in the Mercedes-AMG GT3.
UI/HUD:
- Revamped controller options menu, allowing keyboard, direct-input and X-input customization.
NOTE: old controller presets will continue to work.
- Fixed widget position when the car crosses the finish line.
- Camera movement and look-with-wheel sliders activate/deactivate in relevant camera modes.
- Fixed a bug on the weather page that allowed rain level without cloud level after entering the page.
- Fixed confusing behaviour of random track button on the weather UI.
- Fixed weather summary incorrectly reporting dynamic weather disabled with random weather on.
- Fixed podium sequence not responding to mapped pause key.
- Fixed championship AI aggression being incorrectly limited to 80-100%.
- Default championship settings updated.
- Resume button added inside the main Championship and Career pages.
- Revised layout organization of race-end messages.
- Fixed wind speed not being absolute value.
VR:
- Mouse in VR: added wheel and scroll bar support.
- Fix to the HUD stereo layer clipping with the car geometry.
RATING & MULTIPLAYER:
- The "too slow for Eau Rouge" fix introduced in 1.0.1 is now more accurate.
- Fixed an issue where cars can load without setup (=no ABS/TC) applied / HUD invisible.
- Entrylists can now use "isAdmin" as intended.
- Entrylists can now use "overrideDriverInfo" as intended.
- Added ServerAdminHandbook v1 to the server folder.
Jesus! When I heard that Le Mans is coming to rF2 as official DLC (it feels like it was just 2 weeks, maybe it was!?), I was thinking that stuff would bar far in the future, looong after the Nürburgring.
How the hell is this coming out now already? I remember the iRacing team saying that - with all the trackside objects needing a lot of love - getting Le Mans right takes almost 3x the time of modelling the Nordschleife.
Anyway, looking forward to that.
How the hell is this coming out now already? I remember the iRacing team saying that - with all the trackside objects needing a lot of love - getting Le Mans right takes almost 3x the time of modelling the Nordschleife.
Anyway, looking forward to that.
MotoGP 19 updated:
eSport – Introduced eSport challenges.
Editors – Introduced stickers editor
Riders – Unlocked "Valentino Rossi 2001"
Gameplay – Improved vibration feedback.
Gameplay – Anti-wheelie rebalanced.
Gameplay – AI Rider skill levels rebalanced.
Gameplay – Fixed physics on kerbs (traction).
Gameplay – Fixed issue about ECU settings in box and race.
Gameplay – Fixed AI behavior in warm-up lap.
Gameplay – Updated 2D dashboard
Gameplay – Added mini dashboard in first person camera
Career – Added packages descriptions in pre-season tests.
Career – Fixed issue about "leg out" animation in career mode.
Career – Fixed ideal line issue while rewinding in career mode tests.
Online – Various fixes.
3D Models – Updated box lighting
eSport – Introduced eSport challenges.
Editors – Introduced stickers editor
Riders – Unlocked "Valentino Rossi 2001"
Gameplay – Improved vibration feedback.
Gameplay – Anti-wheelie rebalanced.
Gameplay – AI Rider skill levels rebalanced.
Gameplay – Fixed physics on kerbs (traction).
Gameplay – Fixed issue about ECU settings in box and race.
Gameplay – Fixed AI behavior in warm-up lap.
Gameplay – Updated 2D dashboard
Gameplay – Added mini dashboard in first person camera
Career – Added packages descriptions in pre-season tests.
Career – Fixed issue about "leg out" animation in career mode.
Career – Fixed ideal line issue while rewinding in career mode tests.
Online – Various fixes.
3D Models – Updated box lighting
Race Department rF2 Le Mans "Talk 'n Drive"
Sound issues at the start until about 8 minutes into the video. In-game graphics are set to LOW-MEDIUM for those who want eye candy.
I think the in-game graphics when set on the suggested high end settings can make rF2 look fanastic, especially the track, and only behind pCARS 2 for eye candy. rF2's Silverstone is equal to many other sims.
marvelharvey look at those sweet 30fps reflections 8) 13:45 for answers on the AI too.
Track took 3 years to be released; laser scan from 2018 during the race and may be released this weekend or very soon. Le Mans price close to that of Sebring, Nordschleife quite possibly a month to 6 weeks later and there is potential for more WEC type content later on.
The Grand Tour game has taken resources away from many of the stated goals in various roadmaps.
Sound issues at the start until about 8 minutes into the video. In-game graphics are set to LOW-MEDIUM for those who want eye candy.
I think the in-game graphics when set on the suggested high end settings can make rF2 look fanastic, especially the track, and only behind pCARS 2 for eye candy. rF2's Silverstone is equal to many other sims.
marvelharvey look at those sweet 30fps reflections 8) 13:45 for answers on the AI too.
Track took 3 years to be released; laser scan from 2018 during the race and may be released this weekend or very soon. Le Mans price close to that of Sebring, Nordschleife quite possibly a month to 6 weeks later and there is potential for more WEC type content later on.
The Grand Tour game has taken resources away from many of the stated goals in various roadmaps.
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My 4 years of complaining finally paying off!
They said "Le Mans will be released sooner than you think" and I thought yesterday would be the obvious day ;) However, to be fair, it seems like the hold up is the ACO end, not S397's.
This information + the Le Mans news has certainly helped clarify why rF2 has been moving along at a glacial pace the past few months. I did wonder if there were really 20-30 staff.
If someone needs a Le Mans fix this weekend, here's the very latest update to the AC conversion of the FM7 track. It's rather nice.
LeMans sx v1.0
http://www.mediafire.com/file/kb61kbfjebeb3kx/sx_lemans_1.0.7z-separated underground box, only with 24h race start (without it: more fps, but glow from tiny holes all around the track)
-AI line now from AlexBfromG, last alternative AI-line in "sx_lemans\chicane\ai\fast_lane__candidate_from JodyParks.ai"
-vao maybe too much, dont like it? just delete all "...vao-patch"-files
-AI line now from AlexBfromG, last alternative AI-line in "sx_lemans\chicane\ai\fast_lane__candidate_from JodyParks.ai"
-vao maybe too much, dont like it? just delete all "...vao-patch"-files
rF2 news: Le Mans is available!!
Track info: https://www.studio-397.com/2019/06/lemans24h/
Steam link: https://store.steampowered.com/itemstore/365960/detail/37/
Track info: https://www.studio-397.com/2019/06/lemans24h/
Steam link: https://store.steampowered.com/itemstore/365960/detail/37/
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rF2 build released:
rFactor 2 version: 1.1112
Steam Build IDs: 3921932 (client), 3921933 (dedicated server)
Changes:
rFactor 2 version: 1.1112
Steam Build IDs: 3921932 (client), 3921933 (dedicated server)
Changes:
- Improved performance logging to be faster and give more information.
- Fixed skewed driver labels on triple screen multi-view (cockpit and track-side full-screen cams).
- Removed aggressive threading as it's not that helpful.
- Improved timing to help avoid stutters and real-time freezes.
- Improvements on materials and lighting (see article above for full description).
- Implemented all new 'digital flags' – for 'Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans'.
Our two most prolific posters from the old site are not what they once were. Big Takeover is AWOL and Betta Lines' posting is probably somewhat constrained by his job. The third and forth posters were TJP and Mascot, who are thankfully still posting and keeping us informed. But esteemed as they are, they don't post at the rate Big Takeover or Betta Lines.
Perhaps it's the rose tinted glasses talking, but back on the old site, it seemed that there was far more news around. rF2 was pushing monthly updates, AC was new and a hit, AMS had everyone talking, PCARS was controversial, R3E was going through major changes and iRacing was a huge topic. These days, the brands are far more established and don't have much to discuss sadly. The only new sim (ACC) has been quite the flop and doesn't really come up in conversation.
So, I guess that's why we are where we are... at least that's how I feel.