Gran Turismo Sport Closed Beta Coming March 17: First the US, Then EU Region
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It's not that so much, but that's a factor for sure. I think Sport mode is doing everything right for top level racing. There are a few things that could make it more interesting, but ultimately it should be down to who's fastest.That's the problem with the Ring very few passing opportunities.
To shake up the field in less formal events I'd propose some sort of grid randomization and/or...
👍Fixed tuning should definitely be in the cards across all levels of event, particularly manufacturers cup - where PD needs to sort the cars well - or any race with a fixed and limited list of allowable vehicles (and obviously shuffle race.)
The only thing you could tune in GT6's quick match loaner cars was brake bias, and that made for some awesome racing. There were plenty of events with tuning and they were awesome too but you had to really do your homework. The tuning factor really bugs me as someone without the time or interest to squeeze out tenths with tinkering. It was especially discouraging when I'd pick a car I like, get it up to PP limit, give it a quick tune I felt happy with and then I'm 8 seconds off pace... on TSUKUBA!
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I've seen quite a few posts like this and I would recommend that anyone interested in clean online racing should go to the gtplanet's Online Racing section where you can find a wide choice of clubs and leagues where you can get your competitive fix! I myself have been a member of SNAIL since the launch of GT6 and the online competition with a wide range of combos is the only thing that keeps that game fresh for me.
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Good race mate, looks like everyone is having fun there! A bit sad you don't get 3rd but it is good (and clean?) race you have there. Well done 👍
Mine would be GT4 because that is the first GT I have because Photomode features and lots of cars and tracks to choose. Never play GT3 before, but the closest thing I have might be GT Concept Tokyo-Geneva I have bought after spend a lot of time in GT4. It is pretty good and still remember that unique Toyota Pod mini-game. I also remember playing first GT when I was a kid in my friend's house. That was the first experience I have with GT and I still remember the car I drove it was red DC5 Honda Integra Type-R. Such nostalgia...
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Tuning might be worth a second or two at most there.It's not that so much, but that's a factor for sure. I think Sport mode is doing everything right for top level racing. There are a few things that could make it more interesting, but ultimately it should be down to who's fastest.
To shake up the field in less formal events I'd propose some sort of grid randomization and/or...
Fixed tuning should definitely be in the cards across all levels of event, particularly manufacturers cup - where PD needs to sort the cars well - or any race with a fixed and limited list of allowable vehicles (and obviously shuffle race.)
The only thing you could tune in GT6's quick match loaner cars was brake bias, and that made for some awesome racing. There were plenty of events with tuning and they were awesome too but you had to really do your homework. The tuning factor really bugs me as someone without the time or interest to squeeze out tenths with tinkering. It was especially discouraging when I'd pick a car I like, get it up to PP limit, give it a quick tune I felt happy with and then I'm 8 seconds off pace... on TSUKUBA!
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- jaytmtb
"The initial phase of the closed Beta, starting on March 17,"
Giving that PD were able to give a date for the US for GT Sport Beta, exactly what is going on that Europe
is still devoid of GT Sport Beta and not even a date!
Europe is GT's biggest fan base and what do we get, 0
Giving that PD were able to give a date for the US for GT Sport Beta, exactly what is going on that Europe
is still devoid of GT Sport Beta and not even a date!
Europe is GT's biggest fan base and what do we get, 0
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Aw come on, comedic exaggeration implied. But really, not all cars could be brought anywhere close to equal for a given PP limit.
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It's the problem with using a numbers-based system for attempts at balancing. GT6 had that problem, FM6 still has that problem, even if they use slightly different systems to arrive at their ratings.
That's one of the things I'll commend PD on with GT Sport. Using a BoP system means every car is optimized instead of a simple calculation. The beta actually helps, so long as changes are made: it certainly seems like the Scirocco and GT-R are dominant in Gr.4 for instance, or the AMG GT at the oval in Gr.3, but perhaps small adjustments will be made to produce a more even field. The great thing about bringing in some of the fastest drivers early is that they can find the exploits that might not have been uncovered otherwise.
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EU beta will start when US phase 2 starts.So I think EU have to wait until they are ready to go to phase 2 in US,meaning more stretching for the online lobbies and at the same time a much bigger test.
IMO EU perhaps have to wait for at least one month after the first phase in order for the beta to come(or even more unfortunately).
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I remember seeing somewhere that the U.S. time zones matched up better for PD, assuming they're based in Japan, and it just worked out better for timing and, what I'm guessing, having staff on-hand as the beta was live. That's what I've interpreted it as.
"Patience, young Padawan, the EU will have it's beta, I promise."
"Patience, young Padawan, the EU will have it's beta, I promise."
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If you mean the Audi, that thing is suuuuper unstable/oversteery under braking. I haven't gotten the Lancer yet so I don't know what kind of quirky handling characteristics, but the Audi's 4WD makes it real easy to recover a slide with - I can't imagine it'd be too different in the Evo since it's also 4WD.
You can see the instability I'm talking about at 8:40, tail kicks real wide but I recover pretty easily. It looks way more hectic than it feels, usually just a little bit of throttle will set you straight. At 1:50 you can see I make a bit of a track cut, I was expecting more lateral motion, akin to the bend at 1:25.
Yeah, it seems the BoP is unique to each track and I'm really digging that the balance that move provided, but as you said there's some more dominant vehicles. I noticed the Peugeot creeping ahead at Tokyo, I haven't noticed the VW and Nissan Gr. 4 though. For a while the Alfa and Mustang seemed to be doing better in that group, in my experience anyways. It only seems like a tiny % bump to power or weight would fix it and it's really cool, I like how serviceable the game is looking to be already compared to the last two titles.
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I guess that PD/Sony have done the basic lessons of marketing --> keep the momentum and be sure that potential customers do not get distracted or eventually lose interest. Another free advice is 'transparency' --> they should communicate a rough estimated timeline and not let your potential buyers in doubt because of lack of communication.
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Sorry for banging on about this, but the quote from PD went something like this
"The initial phase of the closed Beta, starting on March 17, for the US, and for EU sometime after"
this is so vague and very disappointing, especially for a game that is already 6 months past the official release
date and this is only a beta/demo that a select few are going to get to try.
"The initial phase of the closed Beta, starting on March 17, for the US, and for EU sometime after"
this is so vague and very disappointing, especially for a game that is already 6 months past the official release
date and this is only a beta/demo that a select few are going to get to try.
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Latest post on GT's Facebook page says they're moving into the next phase of the beta. Doesn't state whos getting in, but it something.
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It'll probably be the same tactic as they did for the US rollout: 1,000 EU players for a kickoff then gradually open it up.
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They ask you a lot more than the previous form though. What GT games have you played, which one is the best? They also ask you to post your opinions and hopes for GTS.
So who ever kisses the most butt and has a way with words might stand a better chance at getting in!
I applied and did my best! I wasn't lying when I said I've played all of the GT games they asked about. Also - GT4 is the best GT game.
*Ducks and runs*
So who ever kisses the most butt and has a way with words might stand a better chance at getting in!
I applied and did my best! I wasn't lying when I said I've played all of the GT games they asked about. Also - GT4 is the best GT game.
*Ducks and runs*
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Same as me....except I have played them allThey ask you a lot more than the previous form though. What GT games have you played, which one is the best? They also ask you to post your opinions and hopes for GTS.
So who ever kisses the most butt and has a way with words might stand a better chance at getting in!
I applied and did my best! I wasn't lying when I said I've played all of the GT games they asked about. Also - GT4 is the best GT game.
*Ducks and runs*
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