I'll admit, on average, the number of bad drivers in my GT Sport races has been lower than my FM7 and PCARS2 ones. So, that's good!
But yeah, that's about all GT Sport is offering me right now: clean, semi-close online races. I'm not really that driven to buy more cars, either: given the game's focus, buying and testing cars is less satisfying than making sure I have a competitive model for the three races.
What's up Slip, long time no see!
If clean and close racing is 'all' a game offers... I guess I'm confused on what other people are looking for in a racing games. No big deal, but that's exactly what I'm looking for when I buy a racing game. I do not speak for anyone but myself, but that's 90% of the focus for me when considering what I want to play. A nice social aspect is good, GTSport falls a bit short to me on that front. Livery editor is a welcomed addition, that will be a time sink, but as you stated, it's lacking in it's current form, but ultimately I think that's my short coming, because based on some of the things I've seen shared, clearly people are doing amazing things, and I'm being limited by my own imagination (or lack thereof).
I am surprised by your statement of no satisfaction in testing/buying new cars. I'm really into the GR.3 cars, and last weeks 'daily' race combined with this weeks 'daily' race, as well as the online lobbies, has lead to PLENTY of reasons to test and purchase new cars. I understand for people who aren't as OCD about shaving tenths, or maybe people who are just clearly better drivers than me, that they can hop in any car and be competitive. For me, last night alone I purchased 3 more Gr.3 cars, and I'm up to 11 total now. After spending last weekend and yesterday in the 911, because that's what the #1 guy on the leaderboard was using, I found myself capped for lap time, within my reasonable effort level. (Hint: Low) I went and purchased the 3 aforementioned cars, and within 5 laps of my first test, had run my best lap of the week, dropping me into the 57's at the Nurb Race. The new car was a revelation of how finding the right car for my driving style is more important that just trying to use what the fast guys are using. Each of the Gr.3 cars seem to have their own unique characteristics to explore, and fit anyone if you find the right one... except for the NSX, I haven't found anyone who likes that cars characteristics. A real shame, it's so beautiful, I tried for a week to love that car, but it's just not happening.
Of the top 10 world rankings, the top 4 names, are all using different cars right now, and I think that's awesome. I love having the flexibility of different cars, without feeling like I'm putting myself at a disadvantage. After reading here on GTPlanet, today I'm going to go buy that damn Beetle and give it a try too.
In your defense though, I will say, that I likely didn't have to go hunting for that car. I could have just stayed in the 911, hoped my 58 was good enough for top 5 in qualifying, and had a good competitive races. Honestly, I did that three times and it wasn't bad. But like many racers, I always want more. Faster. Better lap times, better feel, more consistent lap to lap. Testing cars was the only way to see if I could find that satisfaction.
I've had more problem drivers in GTS than PC2.
I haven't had this experience at all, but we are still in the first 2 weeks of release. I would think it's unfair to judge your quality of competition, until your SR/DR balances out, while the riff raff filters out of both your driving skill level, and the game completely. I would like to think, assuming DR/SR are doing what they should (it's promising, but I do have my doubts) that in due time, your competition field and race quality would vastly improve.
Unrelated to above, I have a question for anyone willing to chime in respectfully.
I am NOT an offline racer, never have been, I've really never understood the draw, but am completely aware that many people love that aspect of gaming, and that's perfectly fine with me.
My question is this... What are you looking for offline, that Arcade and Custom Races (in GTSport) can't offer you? What did old career modes have, that you can't recreate in a custom race as the game stands right now?
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