Assetto Corsa Competizione
Hotfix 01/04/2024
v1.10 Update OUT NOW
The Nürburgring 24hr Pack DLC is available to purchase!
Update 1.10
GENERAL:
- Added Nürburgring Nordschleife as DLC content.
- Added Alpine Esports liveries for 2024.
GAMEPLAY/UI:
- Implemented joker lap logic for the Nordschleife for the AI.
- Tweaked the scheduling of how AI cars leave the pitlane in Multiclass race weekend sessions.
- AI race strategy now takes into account individual AI skill, potentially fixing issues with the AI missing - mandatory stops.
- Improved AI blue flag rules in multiclass racing, especially with faster cars unlapping themselves.
- Fixed an error with DLC dependencies in various Championship seasons.
- Removed overpowered presentation entries from AI opponents in GT2 season.
PHYSICS:
- Improved damper simulation.
- Global tweaks to GT2 BOP.
- Tweaks to the Ferrari 488 Challenge Evo and Lamborghini Huracán Supertrofeo EVO2 to match their pace with GT2 class.
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v1.9.8 Update OUT NOW
The latest update of Assetto Corsa Competizione is available!
Refresh your Steam client in order to download and install the update.
Update 1.9.8
Fixed an issue with partial laps registering as completed laps on the leaderboard.
Fixed car collisions re-enabling without cars decoupling first out of the pitlane.
Fixed a LOD error on the Mercedes-AMG GT2.
v1.9.7 Update OUT NOW
The latest update of Assetto Corsa Competizione is available!
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Update 1.9.7
Fixed an issue with the visibility of the assist line at the Red Bull Ring.
Fixed a potential issue of teleporting the player when hitting the pitlane wall directly at the pit entry line.
Fixed an issue with custom championship modes.
Fixed GT2 label not appearing correctly in the server lobby.
Fixed track medal UI stars and stats not updating for the Red Bull Ring.
v1.9.6 Update OUT NOW
The latest update of Assetto Corsa Competizione is available!
Refresh your Steam client in order to download and install the update.
The entries listed below relating to GT2 pertain only to the owners of the GT2 Pack DLC. Grab the DLC here:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2700600/Assetto_Corsa_Competizione__GT2_Pack/
Update 1.9.6
GENERAL:
Added Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe 2023 season as bonus content with all entries, liveries, drivers and championship season.
NOTE: certain entries may be subject to DLC ownership.
NOTE: as with any major update, game menu settings (stored in menuSettings.json) will likely reset on first initialization.
IMPORTANT: reloading of Video presets will likely be necessary.
Added Fanatec GT2 European Series (2023 season entries) as DLC content.
Added Red Bull Ring as DLC content.
Added Audi R8 LMS GT2 as DLC content.
Added KTM X-BOW GT2 as DLC content.
Added Mercedes-AMG GT2 as DLC content.
Added Maserati GT2 as DLC content.
Added Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport Evo as DLC content.
Added Porsche 935 as DLC content.
GAMEPLAY/UI:
Added 2023 as unique season available from the Single Player menu.
IMPORTANT: since some of the existing content is now moved into dedicated seasons, some older replays or saved games might not be compatible as a result.
Added GT2 as unique season (as DLC).
Added GT2 as class in Open Series custom races and opponent mix categories.
Added GT2 as class in Multiplayer filters.
AI cars can now share pit boxes in Single Player.
PHYSICS:
General revision of BOP for GT3 and GT4 classes.
Fixed a potential issue with the AI overloading the physics thread when spawning at session start.
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Assetto Corsa Competizione is FREE to play this weekend
If you've been wanting to give Assetto Corsa Competizione a try but haven't yet then don't miss out on this limited-time opportunity to dominate the track in Assetto Corsa Competizione's Free-to-Play Weekend on Steam!
From now (14th September 18:00 BST) until the 18th September 18:00 BST you will be able to play the game for free!
If you enjoy the game and want to buy it, the base game and DLC are also on sale!
Check it out here:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/805550/Assetto_Corsa_Competizione/
Accelerating Learning Curve: Essential Tips from the Community for Beginners
In this blog, we're going to provide you some top tips sourced directly from seasoned drivers, avid players, and passionate fans of Assetto Corsa Competizione. From fundamental driving techniques to advanced strategies, this collection of tips will help beginners not only survive but thrive on track.
Whether you're pushing for your first pole position, trying to perfect your braking points, or struggling to get to grips with adverse weather conditions, these community provided insights are here to help you maximise your pace.
So get your gloves on and get ready to uncover the secrets to success in Assetto Corsa Competizione!
Spatial Awareness
spatial awareness is such an important trait to have when racing on Assetto Corsa Competizione to ensure that you prevent any risk of damage and significantly increase your chances of finishing races.
Try to paint a mental map of the cars around you and take full advantage of radar to predict what your opponents are going to do next.
Are they going to run deep into the corner? Can you go for a cutback?
"It is very important to both know where you are and where competitors are around you. Looking for references in the track is super important for braking properly, even little patches of brown grass are good markers”.
@XMachinarius - Twitter.
Mastering a Car
Car choice is very important when getting to grips with Assetto Corsa Competizione. Each car has unique characteristics which synergises with your driving style. Spending time to try out each car and find the one that fits your driving style is crucial not just to finding pace but to maximise your enjoyment within the game.
"Spend time picking a car you can handle on default setups & stick with it to improve pace."
@homeschoolracer - Twitter
Slow in, Fast out
This one comes straight from the legendary esports driver himself Nils Naujoks.
The importance of exit speeds when trying to gain time on any track is incredibly crucial especially at tracks like Monza where there are long straights, so every KPH (or MPH for the Brits and Americans) really matters.
Initially try adjusting your braking point so you can focus on maximising the exit speeds and then push that braking point back until you reach a point where you're carrying as much momentum as possible through the corner.
"Change mindset from trying to gain time in corners to gaining time on straights. Exit corners fast as your first priority."
@n1lyn - Twitter
Tyre Pressures
As the only part of the car that actually contacts the road, getting your tyres to the optimal window for pressure and temperature is a major factor to gaining both lap time and confidence.
The optimal dry tyre pressure range is from 26.0 to 27.0.
Depending on what these values are set to affect the way the car behaves, the lower in the optimal range, the more responsive the car will be but top speed will be affected and vice versa.
The optimal tyre temperature range is 70°C-100°C core
If the temperature of the tyres is outside of this window, then tyre wear is increased greatly.
Chris Pisuk - Facebook
Find a Community
Growing as a driver and finding pace is done much faster when you aren't doing it alone. Find yourself a community for your platform and introduce yourself, be realistic about your abilities and your goals. The Assetto Corsa Community is a very supportive and friendly place to be.
"Find a community and grow up with someone. They will give all the advice you need."
Maurizio Manos - Facebook.
Practise your Racecraft
What is Racecraft?
Racecraft refers to a driver’s ability to race against other people and make quick, strategic decisions under pressure whilst on the track. It covers everything from a driver’s ability to overtake and defend their position whilst also managing their tyres and fuel.
Improving your racecraft is crucial to succeeding in racing. You can gain many places by just making the right decision at the right time. Sometimes (especially in endurance racing) it's more beneficial to let a person attacking you pass if they are much faster than you. This will minimise the amount of time lost by defending them and also introduces a possibility of gaining on the cars ahead because they might not have the wisdom to do the same so lose time as a result.
"Practise your racecraft, don't just focus on hotlaps. Being surrounded by other fast cars takes getting used to."
@JacoNaud3 - Twitter
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Join our Community Race Event!
You're all welcome to join us for our Official Community Event in Assetto Corsa Competizione
📅 Date: 14th September
🕒 Time: 18:00 BST / 19:00 CEST
#CommunityPlays
Head over to the website, join the community and sign up for the race!
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Revved Up Artistry: A Showcase of Spectacular Assetto Corsa Fanart!
From seasoned petrolheads to aspiring artists, this community thrives on pushing the boundaries of imagination and skill. In this blog post, we show off some of the fan art that highlights the astonishing talent and unwavering dedication this community has for the Assetto Corsa brand.
Thank you all for your submissions and we look forward to receiving more of them to feature on our socials and future blogs.
Submit your fanart here: https://505games.com/uploads
SPQ Racing Team
A regular contributor to the fanart submissions, the SPQ Racing Team stands as a shining example of the perfect blend between competitive esports and artistic expression. Their fan art showcases an intimate understanding of the game's essence.
Low Fuel Motorsport
Low Fuel Motorsport (LFM), a Sim Racing Competitive platform that has really pushed the Assetto Corsa brand in a direction that captures the Community and Competitive aspects of the Assetto Corsa Competizione game and provide a system where players can battle on track and grow together.
https://lowfuelmotorsport.com/
Boonatix
A content creator in the Assetto Corsa Competizione community who specialises in creating incredible liveries for cars.
https://twitter.com/boonatixtv
RTO Racing Team
RTO a Sim Racing League on Assetto Corsa Competizione. Find the league on simracing.gp
https://twitter.com/RTO_Racing
Thomas Jantsch
https://www.instagram.com/thomas_jantsch/
Liga OKBR e-Sports
https://www.instagram.com/ligaokbr/
PhotographYi
https://www.instagram.com/kevinliphotographyi/
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