Drifting technique, improvement desired...

[SlipDiff]

I am new to GT4 (couple of weeks playing it) and i decided to try drifting. I got a Mazda BP D1 and a HKS D1. I played GT2 before and i had drifted in GT 2 pretty smoothly. The problem with GT4 is that when i try to do an opposite lock, the rear of the car deliberately flicks to the direction of the lock causing it to spin to the other direction than it would have if the lock was not applied. Besides, braking drift also seems to be hard to achieve (i use the scandivanian flick and power out most of the time...) even with typical brake controller setting of 10/24. Any suggestions on any technique improvement?

 

[nk4e]

Well, not all techniques cannot be accurate achieved in GT4 because the lack of a Clutch. Just mess around and practice is a good way to improve technique. Watch competition videos like of the GTPDC or what pretty much displays every single detail. Otherwise, practice and have fun with it.

 

[Loon]

Sounds like you're experiencing snap-back, that would mean you're counter steering too much. If you want to achieve a full lock then you're gonna need a bigger angle.

 

[C^kR1p3n]

bro
go in2 tha corner with a bigger angle
and those 2 cars u shuld put more downforse
on tha rear end and it gives u more
traction so there is less chance ov a snap back

 

[SolidSnake15]

bro
go in2 tha corner with a bigger angle
and those 2 cars u shuld put more downforse
on tha rear end and it gives u more
traction so there is less chance ov a snap back

Could you please type correctly? There is s spellcheck present.

Instead of down force, check your camber and spring rate. If your using DS2 then just pushing the analog stick over might cause over steering and that results in snapback. The way I do it with the DS2 is I push, let go, push, let go, push, and let go. The longer you hold the stick (example: big hairpin at Trial Mountain I hold the stick in for about .6 seconds) the more your going to steer. If you keep hitting it really fast, then your most likely to get less counter steering.

Another thing to check is the tires. (or tyres for some people) Too much grip can cause snapback. Also focus on throttle control. When I drift my RX-7 I use about 75% power at the middle of the turn and depending on how much my tires are slipping decides how much throttle I use at the end of the turn.

 

[Loon]

Instead of down force, check your camber and spring rate. If your using DS2 then just pushing the analog stick over might cause over steering and that results in snapback. The way I do it with the DS2 is I push, let go, push, let go, push, and let go.

Thats what I do/did, means your counter steering looks erratic, you want it to be nice and smooth, looks better.IMO

 

[SolidSnake15]

Thats what I do/did, means your counter steering looks erratic, you want it to be nice and smooth, looks better.IMO

I somehow manage to make it look good actually. I don't leave much time between pushing the stick.

 

[Loon]

I somehow manage to make it look good actually. I don't leave much time between pushing the stick.

Yeah I meant to add to my post that was what I was told by Swift after he saw a vid of mine, so it may or may not be different for you.👍

 

[2JZ_GTE]

Could you please type correctly? There is s spellcheck present.

Instead of down force, check your camber and spring rate. If your using DS2 then just pushing the analog stick over might cause over steering and that results in snapback. The way I do it with the DS2 is I push, let go, push, let go, push, and let go. The longer you hold the stick (example: big hairpin at Trial Mountain I hold the stick in for about .6 seconds) the more your going to steer. If you keep hitting it really fast, then your most likely to get less counter steering.

Another thing to check is the tires. (or tyres for some people) Too much grip can cause snapback. Also focus on throttle control. When I drift my RX-7 I use about 75% power at the middle of the turn and depending on how much my tires are slipping decides how much throttle I use at the end of the turn.

This really helps thanks.

JZA80 ROCKSSSSSS XD

 

[Delphic Reason]

The snapback is a big part of GT4, and it actually has little to do with the settings and everything to do with the game physics. All it takes is a more delicate touch. Don't push the stick all the way over, unless you NEED to have the stick all the way over. Try to make small adjustments with the stick. Using half, or quarter movements, you get a better feel for the vehicle, and have more room to make further adjustments if need be. It won't be comfortable, or intuitive at first, but keep at it, and it will eventually become second nature.

The way I do it with the DS2 is I push, let go, push, let go, push, and let go. The longer you hold the stick (example: big hairpin at Trial Mountain I hold the stick in for about .6 seconds) the more your going to steer. If you keep hitting it really fast, then your most likely to get less counter steering.

This is indeed one method, but if I may be so bold, to make a suggestion. The way you're doing it will work, but is teaching your muscle memory poor technique, and could hinder you in the long run. Really, you should just be making small adjustments with the stick. This will allow for more accurate adjustments, and a much improved counter-steering look and feel. I routinely have pressure on the left stick for the entire drift without letting off completely at any point. I have heard many comments about this, and it has gone as far as people saying I am not really using a DS2, but actually using a wheel and lying about it to make myself look better. Let me assure you, this is far from the truth. It takes some time, but once you have it ingrained in your muscle memory you won't even know you're doing it. Just a friendly suggestion.