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DRIVECLUB |OT3| Evolved
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AbandonedTrolley
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I'm taking part, but I really do not enjoy the bikes expansion, I just cannot git gud enough to get flowing runs so it all feels a little disjointed and crash barrier happy.
DHC-Shannow
Member
In some ways I actually prefer the bikes but they do seem to punish you more for not getting your turn in point exactly right - I managed to get 30 mins on the challenge and improved my time by 3 tenths roughly but I'm still 1.5 tenths behind ZalXII and Sirenty
I've actually switched my driving controls now to match dirt, so I'm on manual gears and L2/R2 - not sure if I'm any quicker but I do feel a bit more in control of what's going on.
Here's my best run (on an aptly named video
https://youtu.be/omUxP3PMoJE
I'm up by nearly two tenths in the first sector and match ZalXII's time in the last but drop nearly 4 in the middle, I just can't get the bugger to grip at that point.
Have improved my time from yesterday this morning by roughly 0.12 seconds, every sector should be a little bit faster now. Wasn't easy thpugh, i had to watch my run from yesterday to see how the middle section has been taken. Manual gears is really important for the middle section, at least for my approach. Will upload vids later.In some ways I actually prefer the bikes but they do seem to punish you more for not getting your turn in point exactly right - I managed to get 30 mins on the challenge and improved my time by 3 tenths roughly but I'm still 1.5 tenths behind ZalXII and Sirenty
I've actually switched my driving controls now to match dirt, so I'm on manual gears and L2/R2 - not sure if I'm any quicker but I do feel a bit more in control of what's going on.
Here's my best run (on an aptly named video
https://youtu.be/omUxP3PMoJE
I'm up by nearly two tenths in the first sector and match ZalXII's time in the last but drop nearly 4 in the middle, I just can't get the bugger to grip at that point.
#1 defender
Member
Welcome to the fold!
Unfortunately the limit for clubs is 6 members (presumably to stimulate club vs club races, as a full grid consists of 12 vehicles), so there isn't one big GAF club, but many small ones. With a bit of luck you might find an active club with open spots here though.
DHC-Shannow
Member
Well done to Sirenty on claiming his 2nd win of this round, with ZalXll pushing him close in 2nd and unbelievably me in 3rd! I was actually beating the buggers time until screwing it up on the last bend with less than a minute to go... #1 Defender continued his strong form with 4th and Bouniter completed the top 5 - this means Sirenty has gone over a wins points clear at the top of the table as he continues to show his dominance in the bike events.
I'll get this weeks challenge up tonight, I think we'll probably be back with the cars...
AbandonedTrolley
Member
Well done to Sirenty on claiming his 2nd win of this round, with ZalXll pushing him close in 2nd and unbelievably me in 3rd! I was actually beating the buggers time until screwing it up on the last bend with less than a minute to go... #1 Defender continued his strong form with 4th and Bouniter completed the top 5 - this means Sirenty has gone over a wins points clear at the top of the table as he continues to show his dominance in the bike events.
I'll get this weeks challenge up tonight, I think we'll probably be back with the cars...
Great news!
Spurs v WBA tonight but will give it a crack after that, already watched this weeks GoT during my lunch break.
The Cool One
Member
So the ESRB just rated Driveclub VR. Can't imagine this good looking game in VR
So I just finished Driveclub. Finally. 1134 gold stars!
This game was plain incredible. Best arcade-ish racer I played in years. If not my fav of all time. It was a fantastic experience I will remember. I am even sad right now because I fear we might not have any other racing game like this for a tremendously long time.
This game was plain incredible. Best arcade-ish racer I played in years. If not my fav of all time. It was a fantastic experience I will remember. I am even sad right now because I fear we might not have any other racing game like this for a tremendously long time.
DHC-Shannow
Member
Good to hear that it's not dead
Curious to what's going to be in the game - I'm guessing the engine is done now that Evo are no longer involved so I'm guessing whoever is looking after it is just reworking the content for fewer opponents and no weather effects. I imagine it's going to be a stand alone game that includes the dlc cars but no bike expansion. I wonder if they'll do different views or in car only.
On a different tack, I wonder how normal DC will compare when using the cinema mode (huge screen and keeping the weather effects).
I've issued this week's challenge so look out for the Hurrungane sprint in the Caterham.
farmerboy
Member
I can imagine this being a close one.
AbandonedTrolley
Member
Just popped in my first reasonable time.
CD'S BAR
Member
Nice! My second favorite make.
I'll try to post a video later. I actually screwed that run up in the chicane and lost a couple tenths.when I ran wide at the end. A 34.4 is possible based on other runs I've done. I just can't string all the sectors together.
Edit: I had a sub 35.5 time and I clipped a pole on the last corner and spun. It took my ghost several tenths to pass me as I sat there sideways. So pissed.
Anyway, here's a video of my current time. Notice when I get on and off the gas, and that I only use the brakes once. In the chicane, you can get on the gas well before the apex of the last corner and use the massive grip of this car to stick around the corner.
https://youtu.be/qnIxhPSjY1I
Edit: I had a sub 35.5 time and I clipped a pole on the last corner and spun. It took my ghost several tenths to pass me as I sat there sideways. So pissed.
Anyway, here's a video of my current time. Notice when I get on and off the gas, and that I only use the brakes once. In the chicane, you can get on the gas well before the apex of the last corner and use the massive grip of this car to stick around the corner.
https://youtu.be/qnIxhPSjY1I
Glorified G
Member
It has now been removed. Bummer.
DHC-Shannow
Member
That's a damn impressive run bud, I'll be surprised if anyone manages to beat it.
First time was breaking Sirentys record but in a very unsatisfying way considering the last corner. The second time has a much better middle sector and obviously lost a little at the end by not going that wide again. Even staying on the road should have been a new record, but i just couldn't let go off the gas. Satisfying round for me, i hope its still within the rules for you guys:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VpudJIi0E0
The replay part is from the best time.
PS: AnythingBut wanted to invite me for some Mp action a few months ago but i had no ps+ subscription back then, renewed last month when it was cheap on psn so i'm in for MP races from now on.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VpudJIi0E0
The replay part is from the best time.
PS: AnythingBut wanted to invite me for some Mp action a few months ago but i had no ps+ subscription back then, renewed last month when it was cheap on psn so i'm in for MP races from now on.
DHC-Shannow
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Great win for ZalXII, beating what I thought was an untouchable time by Sirenty by over 2 tenths of a second. Another strong performance by #1 Defender claimed 3rd spot and great to see the Driveclub GAF old guard of Farmerboy and Abandoned Trolley taking 4th and 5th respectively
League wise it's still Sirenty leading the way from Bouniter who could only manage 6th, but Defender is still clinging onto the 3rd spot and new addition to the winners list ZalXII has jumped up to 4th. Davidrick has slipped back to 5th after not competing in this event.
I've got my challenge ready to send so you should see the new one land around 7pm UK...
League wise it's still Sirenty leading the way from Bouniter who could only manage 6th, but Defender is still clinging onto the 3rd spot and new addition to the winners list ZalXII has jumped up to 4th. Davidrick has slipped back to 5th after not competing in this event.
I've got my challenge ready to send so you should see the new one land around 7pm UK...
DHC-Shannow
Member
Old guard, lol.
No shit though, DC has become my most played game ever.
Except for maybe Bombjack on the cpc464. Played the shit outta that too.
I think the only games I've played anything like as much as this would be Counterstrike (1.6!), Team Fortress Classic and SOCOM - all of which I ran a clan and organised matches etc - it's that social side that makes me keep playing and that's where Dirt Rally is kinda lacking for me, you can't chat to your mates and listen to a Co driver!
AbandonedTrolley
Member
Yeah this is certainly my most played game in years, before this it would have been WoW and Wolf:ET
Great game and thank you for still running those challenges.
Great game and thank you for still running those challenges.
DHC-Shannow
Member
No probs, tbh it's pretty much the only time I boot up the game at the mo but hopefully I'll re-engage soon.
DHC-Shannow
Member
Ain't that the truth, never seen it this quiet before. I think it's gonna take some surprise update or the birth of DCVR to bring it to life again :-(
The challenge had the lowest turnout yet too, just ten entrants this week but being a race event probably didn't help. Well done to Nuzzle on being the latest addition to the winners list, Mr Consistent Sirenty took second and so extended his lead again. ZalXII claimed the 3rd spot from Bouniter with #1 Defender rounding out the top 5.
I've got this week's drift challenge ready and I'll send it out around 7pm tomorrow.
AbandonedTrolley
Member
It's been on sale a lot, now whilst I would say it's worth full price anyway, the game is slowly dying off it seems. The lack of new news about it or any sight of DLC is a shame after all the good work Evolution put in to the game after the launch. The game was getting monthly updates and people were always excited for the new trailer. Now without Evo it's pretty much been left to die as far as I'm aware, regardless of what was said about it being in good hands.
It's quiet as well because a lot of large profile games are releasing right now but Sony definitely need to say whether this game is going to get supported or not.
SweetJohnnyCage
Member
Hey folks! Is this the official GAF club?
If so, I requested to join in case it's necessary to alert someone here. Thanks!
If so, I requested to join in case it's necessary to alert someone here. Thanks!
Clubs are limited to 6, so that club is full. As you can see in that shot, there are tons of Gaf clubs, but maybe someone here has an opening.Hey folks! Is this the official GAF club?
If so, I requested to join in case it's necessary to alert someone here. Thanks!
Thanks, so Getting this and the Season Pass should be a worth wild venture.
I've really been wanting a good racing game on PS4 but since there isn't a GT game out yet, my options are limited.
Tommi84
Member
Honestly saying I had more fun playing Driveclub than GT6 and GT5 combined. Playing DC on those narrow stages in rain with few ppl or computer players feels much, much more intense and satisfying than more ... I don't know sterile play-through from GT6/GT5.
Pretty cool, actually, better than those stories you hear about employees coming in to work but all the doors are locked (which has happened to me, and it sucks).
Played a multiplayer game yesterday, and had a horrible start. Few stupid errors first few laps, but I still managed to make an epic comeback with some nice overtakes!
https://youtu.be/an8zZ7FvB7I
https://youtu.be/an8zZ7FvB7I
Interesting. I wonder if that was why Rushy felt sort of aloof during the final few months when we were nagging him about SP2.
AbandonedTrolley
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Possible I guess as he knew it wasn't coming, it was clear in the final DLC with the names they had been told of the closure though, such a shame, but to be honest, now they are with Codemasters I can only see things getting better and better now.
DHC-Shannow
Member
Bouniter takes round 8 from #1 Defender with Sirenty in 3rd.
This means it's still all to play for at the top between Sirenty and Bouniter, all mathematically possible for Defender too but he'd need and amazing last couple of rounds
Round 9 challenges have been posted, and we're back on the bikes....
Anyone know what Auctopus got banned for?
AbandonedTrolley
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Bouniter takes round 8 from #1 Defender with Sirenty in 3rd.
This means it's still all to play for at the top between Sirenty and Bouniter, all mathematically possible for Defender too but he'd need and amazing last couple of rounds
Round 9 challenges have been posted, and we're back on the bikes....
Anyone know what Auctopus got banned for?
Ergh!
Not too sure about Auctopus, this thread seemed a graveyard for first page posters of which he is one.