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DIRT 5 |OT| DirtStormClub

Miles708

Miles708

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Dibils2k said:
i cant believe they dont have the rewind function, DIRT was the one that invented it! its annoying in a arcade racer that one mistake just means having to restart the whole race
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The rewind feature was invented by the Italian Milestone team (the ones currently making Ride 4), in SCAR: Squadra Corse Alfa Romeo if I'm not mistaken (but could have been Racing Evoluzione, I'm not sure).

As it's usually the case, everyone else shamelessly copied that feature and the original ideators never get a glimpse of recognition.
 
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drotahorror

drotahorror

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Patch 2.0 coming out today

Hey everyone - welcome to the official patch notes hub for DIRT 5!
For each major update and patch for DIRT 5, we'll add the patch notes to article, so you can track any changes and tweaks made to the game. We'll also list platforms and any further important details where possible.
Experiencing something in DIRT 5 that you'd like us to investigate? Please use our dedicated feedback form. Every report sent through this form is received by the team, so we can look into it further. Add as much detail as possible to your report and we'll get to work!
UPDATE 2.00 - PC, PlayStation, Xbox
Patch Notes for DIRT 5 Update 2.00 are below. We'll have more news regarding this update's release on as soon as possible. Thank you!
WHEEL SUPPORT – Extensive selection of wheels supported for DIRT 5 across each platform, including Thrustmaster, Logitech and some Fanatec devices
VISUAL

  • Further general visual and performance improvements across the board, including visual updates to the ‘Prioritise Frame Rate’/120hz mode on Xbox Series X
  • Further FPS improvements when using Image Quality mode on Xbox One and PS4
  • Fixed issues causing flickering lights during night-time events
  • PC: Further fixes for reports of crashes and startup issues
  • Fixed issue causing game freezes in the Career – Sponsors tab when selecting an Amplified Edition sponsor 
    CAREER 
  • Fixes for crashes occurring at the beginning of some Career events for some players
  • Added option to listen back to previous podcast episodes from a playlist
  • Fixed visual bug in Career mode that shows the player earning more than the maximum amount of Stamps after completing Throwdowns 
    ONLINE 
  • Technical changes made to the matchmaking process; search times for lobbies have been increased to improve the likelihood of live lobbies being found
  • Friends lobby size increased to eight players
  • Fixes for crashes occurring when exiting active multiplayer events
    SPLIT-SCREEN 
  • Fixed multiple bugs causing crashes and performances issues in split-screen play
  • Audio fixes for low volume in split-screen mode
    PLAYGROUNDS 
  • Leaderboard display adjusted to show faster target times
  • Resolves occurrences of objects being available for the wrong event type
    GENERAL
  • Amplified Edition entitlements fully unlocked for Amplified Edition pre-order players
  • PS5: Fixed issue with Trophies not unlocking. Any Trophies earned during this issue should unlock for players after completing one event
  • Further improvements made to AI behaviour, particularly in races with large grids
  • Fixed instance of cars triggering a track reset incorrectly on Arizona – Merrick Butte location
  • Fixed issues causing crashes in the post-race menus
  • Sprint cars: changes made to handling model following community feedback
  • Display fixes for PS4/PS5 Trophy images and text
  • General stability and quality of life improvements across each platform to improve your experience
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Excited to try out my wheel. Hopefully my fanatec wheel is supported, since it says 'some'.
 
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drotahorror

drotahorror

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I never bothered lugging out my wheel set up to try out the new wheel support. Judging from what people are saying....it's garbage. Zero FFB, you can hit a jump and when you land, nothing will even happen to your wheel.
 
DemonCleaner

DemonCleaner

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is it just me or did they nerf the carrier difficulty in the last patch?


for those who play this on PC: there is something seriously wrong with the default gamma / brightness settings on Ampere (and maybe also other nvidia cards too) in HDR. i had to adjust that manually as good as i can. looks worlds better now. not quite accurate though.
 
Insane Metal

Insane Metal

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So, anyone playing after the newest patch? Just saw this comment on YT:

Framerate dips only happened in quality mode when driving in water puddles on PS5. Now it happens randomly all the time. Sometimes it dips to like 15fps since the update. It’s unplayable.
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Another patched downgrade like the one in ACV?
 
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drotahorror

drotahorror

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Tried setting up my wheel with the latest patch on PC despite hearing that it was bad.

Well, its worse than I even could have thought. When a race starts it acts as if I'm full throttle and the brake is being held down. This results in me not moving. This is unacceptable. Between Dirt5 and CP2077, I hate myself.
 
M1chl

M1chl

Currently Gif and Meme Champion
Oh shit, bought in on sale. I am on XSX and this games handles like a dream very little input lag, playing on 60hz, 120hz compromise picture a lot for my liking. Playin on LG CX. Really do not perceive any frame drops, playing on "prioritize resolution"...
 
kingpotato

kingpotato

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Just picked this up on ps5. Was looking for something casual with good visuals and am a little disappointed at the moment.

The visuals overall have good environments, weather and lighting effects, but it feels a little inconsistent when you see low res details on objects and vehicles. Vehicles themselves don't look that great to me for some reason.

The different visual modes aren't great either. I've only tried 120fps and performance modes and was very disappointed. 120fps didn't really feel much smoother on my LG OLED and the visual downgrade was horrid so I turned it down to the 60fps performance mode and started noticed a lot of frame-rate issues. Didn't really look like tearing as much as drops and dips.

The controls and handling/gameplay is nice, but the collisions feel like they lack weight and the announcers/presentation is a little flat. Online is insanely bare bones, but was passable for the few races I tried.

I think if the frame-rate was more solid I would feel better, so I hope that a future patch will clean this up. May still try the resolution mode just to see if it is more stable overall.
 
Bogroll

Bogroll

Likes moldy games
kingpotato said:
Just picked this up on ps5. Was looking for something casual with good visuals and am a little disappointed at the moment.

The visuals overall have good environments, weather and lighting effects, but it feels a little inconsistent when you see low res details on objects and vehicles. Vehicles themselves don't look that great to me for some reason.

The different visual modes aren't great either. I've only tried 120fps and performance modes and was very disappointed. 120fps didn't really feel much smoother on my LG OLED and the visual downgrade was horrid so I turned it down to the 60fps performance mode and started noticed a lot of frame-rate issues. Didn't really look like tearing as much as drops and dips.

The controls and handling/gameplay is nice, but the collisions feel like they lack weight and the announcers/presentation is a little flat. Online is insanely bare bones, but was passable for the few races I tried.

I think if the frame-rate was more solid I would feel better, so I hope that a future patch will clean this up. May still try the resolution mode just to see if it is more stable overall.
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It does play smoother in resolution mode on SX anyway. I didn't like it at all at first but the deeper I've got into the game I sort of think yeah its not too bad. A typical launch game. The biggest thing for me is the AI, I put it up to hard since last patch and now its either too easy or too hard. Like racing with a nest of Wasps.
 
kingpotato

kingpotato

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Bogroll said:
It does play smoother in resolution mode on SX anyway. I didn't like it at all at first but the deeper I've got into the game I sort of think yeah its not too bad. A typical launch game. The biggest thing for me is the AI, I put it up to hard since last patch and now its either too easy or too hard. Like racing with a nest of Wasps.
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Cycled through all the modes for a few different tracks. Resolution mode is definitely the worst frame-rate which should be expected, performance is better but still has regular issues, high fps is actually pretty smooth in retrospect, but it definitely looks drab. Really wish they could have nailed 60fps in one of the 3 options on ps5 😢
 
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oxman2k

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kingpotato said:
Cycled through all the modes for a few different tracks. Resolution mode is definitely the worst frame-rate which should be expected, performance is better but still has regular issues, high fps is actually pretty smooth in retrospect, but it definitely looks drab. Really wish they could have nailed 60fps in one of the 3 options on ps5 😢
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frame rate is a bug as it happens at random times codemasters are aware of it hopefully a fix will come soon
 
kingpotato

kingpotato

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oxman2k said:
frame rate is a bug as it happens at random times codemasters are aware of it hopefully a fix will come soon
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I just joined their discord and saw this on their Dec 22 update:

LATEST UPDATE - DECEMBER 22, 2020

Hi all – a final update of 2020 for you on DIRT 5 community-related topics blush

Update 2.00 is now live on all platforms – we appreciate your patience with this latest update and hope you enjoy the free Snow Limits content and addition of wheel support. Whilst the team are obviously taking a hard-earned festive break, reports from players will continue to be monitored, and we’re collating all feedback to get stuck into in January.

A hotfix (2.00.1) has also gone live on PC and PS5/4 to address the issue some players had accessing Career mode. On PC, this also added further visual improvements for Nvidia GPUs. This hotfix is also set to come to Xbox, likely (but confirmed) in January.

Current topics that we’ve already started looking into include certain PS5 Trophies not triggering for some players, notably around Throwdowns, Gymkhana points and total mileage. On PS5 we’ve also noted the reports of some stutters or frame drops during gameplay – this is logged and will be investigated.

We’ve noted a few reports of players on PS5 experiencing a soft lock crash at the end of events, with the car not appearing on the podium. Whilst we look into this, a workaround for players is to press the PS button on their controller and select any Activity/Trophy, that redirects them to a different area of the game. Using this workaround means no reboot is required and no progress is lost.

Whilst the majority of players are reporting a smooth experience with DIRT 5, we’re looking into the topics above, and any other reports that come in, to ensure your voice is heard. Thank you, and Happy Holidays from the DIRT 5 team!
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oxman2k

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Frame rate has to be bug as its so random no cars stutter full grid and rain can then run fine also view change can cause stutter. Xsx had same bug its in nx gamers vid 40fps drops think its fixed on xsx now.also there is a yellow screen bug on the intro of some races. Hope they fix frame rate soon as some saying didn't happen before patch on ps5
 
SlimySnake

SlimySnake

Flashless at the Golden Globes
oxman2k said:
Frame rate has to be bug as its so random no cars stutter full grid and rain can then run fine also view change can cause stutter. Xsx had same bug its in nx gamers vid 40fps drops think its fixed on xsx now.also there is a yellow screen bug on the intro of some races. Hope they fix frame rate soon as some saying didn't happen before patch on ps5
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yeah, it happens on some very specific turns. no framedrops at the start with a dozen cars on screen and then boom, massive stuttering when you take the lead on some random turn. makes no sense and is clearly a bug.
 
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jorkila

Member
High frame rate is where it's at for me, the main issue I have is I have to have hdr turned off because the screen goes dark when switching to 120fps mode.
 
Radical_3d

Radical_3d

Member
Is it just me or since the last update the game runs weirdly on PS5 on quality mode? Like, 12 cars in the screen? No problem, 60fps. Nothing to render? Random frame drop.

Anyone?
 
buenoblue

buenoblue

Member
Yeah I got the game for Christmas and get slowdown on pretty much every track. Bin waiting 3 weeks for a patch but looks like it ain't being fixed.
 
Shmunter

Shmunter

Member
Disappointing to hear ongoing bugs without acknowledgement from the devs. This is the kind of game that flourishes based on gamer advocacy, instead it’s digging its grave.
 
Shmunter

Shmunter

Member
Any news on PS5 performance? Getting itchy again, although I feel this may come to psplus sooner rather than later.
 
drotahorror

drotahorror

Member
Still no fixes and nothing planned likely for Fanatec wheels and plenty other wheels. Horrible support for a game in one of the biggest arcade racing franchises. Game sold like complete dog shit on PC so I guess I shouldn't expect much. So glad I refunded the Amplified Edition. Unfortunately I did preorder the normal edition on cdkeys.

5 hours played on this piece of trash.
 
kyussman

kyussman

Member
I'm like the biggest Motorstorm fan,I love those games even the Vita one....but I can't bring myself to pull the trigger on Dirt 5.After getting the last Grid in a sale and it being a pretty bland and unrewarding game I can't shake the feeling that Dirt 5 looks like more of the same.
I don't know exactly what Codemasters have lost in recent years but that special something that made a game like Dirt 2 so much fun has gone for me.I hope they can get back to greatness under EA.....fuck,never thought I'd hear myself say that,lol.
 
SlimySnake

SlimySnake

Flashless at the Golden Globes
They have finally fixed the stuttering issue on the PS5. Update out now.

UPDATE 3.00​

Scheduled to release on all platforms on February 22, 2021.

CONTENT AND FEATURES
  • Energy Content Pack (separate pack, included in Amplified Edition and Year One Upgrade versions)
  • Junkyard Playgrounds Update – over 20 new themed Playgrounds items to use in Create mode
  • New official liveries: Ford RS200, Ford Escort ES Cosworth, Peugeot 205 T16 Evo 2
  • New Playground location: Italy
  • Level cap increase to 120

VISUAL
  • PS5: Fixes and improvements to address reports of frame rate drops and stutters in all visual modes
  • Further visual improvements in cockpit/interior camera views
  • Multiple display and UI fixes for split-screen events
  • Fixed instances of shadows appearing overly dark in specific conditions and locations
  • Fixed multiple instances of lighting and object pop-in during night conditions
  • PC: Mouse will now disappear from screen when game is running
  • PC: Fixes and improvements for players using AMD Ryzen CPUs
  • Fixes for the under-ice lighting in selected Ice Breaker events
  • Fixes for instances of seams and flickers on Greece and China events when using the ‘Prioritise Frame Rate’ visual setting

GAMEPLAY
  • Changes made to post-race flow to increase speed and remove waiting time
  • Fixed instances of ‘invisible’ walls or objects allowing players to ‘wall ride’ in certain areas of locations
  • Fixed instances of unclear ‘out of bounds’ sections forcing cars to reset in Brazil and Arizona
  • Further AI behaviour improvements in multiple events and modes
  • Xbox: Fixes for minor instances of rumble disappearing on Xbox One
  • Xbox: Fix for instances of crashes during Ice Breaker events
  • Xbox: Fixed instances of crashes on start screen for some Series X|S players with previous save data from Xbox One version
  • Xbox One: Fix for graphical corruption when accessing photo mode on Xbox One with ‘Prioritise Framerate’ setting

CAREER
  • Updates to Career race objectives, including removal of ‘Dynamo’ objectives

ONLINE
  • Multiplayer playlist update – new race events available in online play including multi-class races
  • Ghosting and speed reduction system implemented when players hit walls at a designated excessive speed
  • Fixed inconsistencies between HUD timer and post-race leaderboard timings

PLAYGROUNDS
  • Improvements made to camera movement in Smash Attack events
  • Upon improving your time/score and then restarting an event, the correct and updated time/score will now always show in the HUD

GENERAL/OTHER
  • PS5: Multiple fixes for Trophies not triggering as designed
  • Fixes for crash occurrences during boot on PS5
  • Addition of optional RaceNet signup/login and livery reward for sign-in
  • PS: Fixes instances of additional content being unable to select when playing offline
  • Fixes for multiple minor instances of soft locks on all platforms, occurring after races or when exiting an event
  • Resolved instances of players on PC and PS4 having to re-complete the EULA and tutorial race whenever they boot the game
  • Various fixes for issues occurring when using keyboard on PC
  • Logitech G920/G923: Clutch pedal can now be mapped to any input
  • Logitech G923/G27/G29: Players can now use the shift paddles in menus to navigate tabs
  • Pressing the PS or ‘Share’ buttons on a PS4/PS5 controller will now automatically pause the game during events
  • Improvements made to throttle, brake and steering saturation implementation on all supported wheels and platforms
  • Further support and input functionality for Thrustmaster T80, T300 and T500
  • Various visual and technical tweaks and updates across the board to improve game performance and quality of life
 
Schorschi

Schorschi

Member
I like Dirt 5 a lot It's very fun to play and sometimes it looks gorgeus.. I have the 3.0 Update with the new energy content. It's true, the Framerate is much better, but It's a Disaster. In 2 hours gameplaytime, 4 times show me the game issues and throw me out.. I hope Codemasters fix this issue very quick.. Wait with the purchase, if you have not the one Year upgrade..
 
Tickle My Tendies

Tickle My Tendies

Member
content drop today and it is only 30 bucks on PSN right now. Might be the right time to buy on my PS5

- edit, I was duped, twitter told me it was free, I WAS HOODWINKED
 
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Rudius

Rudius

Member
Is good they are fixing the stuttering on PS5, too bad I already got the platinum. Dirt 5 is a great racing game, it'suunfortunate that many only paid attentionto the technical aspects .
 
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oxman2k

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ps5 version here updated from original ps4 disc.the ps5 version of the game even after this update still has major frame rate issues. I have compared this to the xbox sx version on the the same track etc the one track i use is south africa city bowl reverse, on the xsx the game runs fine on the ps5 there are random frame rate drops.the big problem is that when the game was first tested by digital foundry etc the ps5 version of the game was regarded as the best version,with the most stable frame rate,best controls,and better graphics.this is no longer the case the ps5 version is now the worst because of the frame rate issues which i believe became worse after one of the updates.this is why ps5 owners are not happy yes it may run ok on the ps4 but you lose the haptic feedback and there is texture draw in(edited)
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CuteFaceJay

Member
Just downloaded update. The game still sucks, Fuck all content added in the update. Online play is still a joke with ZERO cross platform play making the game even more dead on PC.

The performance issues that were fixed kind of seem pointless because the game itself is actually pointless. Playgrounds mode is a shit show.

I should have refunded this game when I had the chance, Now I just look and feel like a fucking retard keeping this game expecting them to make it decent. I mean it's steps backwards in comparison to Dirt 2 / 3 For fuck sakes.

Total joke!
 
Shmunter

Shmunter

Member
oxman2k said:
ps5 version here updated from original ps4 disc.the ps5 version of the game even after this update still has major frame rate issues. I have compared this to the xbox sx version on the the same track etc the one track i use is south africa city bowl reverse, on the xsx the game runs fine on the ps5 there are random frame rate drops.the big problem is that when the game was first tested by digital foundry etc the ps5 version of the game was regarded as the best version,with the most stable frame rate,best controls,and better graphics.this is no longer the case the ps5 version is now the worst because of the frame rate issues which i believe became worse after one of the updates.this is why ps5 owners are not happy yes it may run ok on the ps4 but you lose the haptic feedback and there is texture draw in(edited)
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Can anybody else chime in on this?

Perhaps try an uninstall, and reinstall fresh?
 
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