Assetto Corsa Competizione | V1.5 and GT4 DLC Released

[Paul Jeffrey]

Kunos Simulazioni have launched their V1.5 update of Assetto Corsa Competizione alongside the exceptional GT4 Pack DLC.

• New DLC contains 11 GT4 cars.
• DLC priced at £17.99.
• Multi-class online racing now available.

Assetto Corsa Competizione GT4 | Check out our DLC review: Click Here

Yes, at long last release date is here and a brand spanking new update for Assetto Corsa Competizione has been released! Packed with features, fixes, improvements and changes, as well as the small matter of a new 11 car DLC replicating the 2019 European GT4 Series championship, this is one of the biggest update / DLC drops released for Assetto Corsa Competizione to date.

We shall get on to the subject of GT4 in a moment, but before we do, let's take a look at the V1.5 update change log that comes with this brand new build.

Assetto Corsa Competizione GT4 | Introducing Greatness: Click Here.

GENERAL:
GT4 European Series DLC (2019 season) now available for purchase with:

• Alpine A110 GT4
• Aston Martin Vantage V8 GT4
• Audi R8 LMS GT4
• BMW M4 GT4
• Chevrolet Camaro GT4.R
• Ginetta G55 GT4
• KTM X-Bow GT4
• Maserati Granturismo MC GT4
• McLaren 570S GT4
• Mercedes-AMG GT4
• Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport
• Official 2019 GT4 European Series liveries and bonus presentation liveries for select models.
• Additional bonus GT World Challenge Europe 2020 liveries.

Assetto Corsa Competizione GT4 | Gameplay Videos: Click Here.

GAMEPLAY:

• Added GT4 Season menu (DLC).
• Added GT4 Sprint Race game mode: 1-hour race duration, mandatory driver swap in pit window, no tyre change or refueling allowed (DLC).
• Added GT4 2019 championship season and custom championship season (DLC).
• Fixed a bug where saving the game while the car was facing the wrong way would DQ the player when loading the session.
• Changed references in the penalty system to allow different track limit thresholds for different car groups in mixed races
• Potential fix to the pit exit trigger fail and subsequent issue with pit limiter getting stuck and stint times not restarting properly when the player had the first box.
• Fixed an inconsistency in the lower threshold of the automatic wiper assist.

UI:

• Dash display opacity slider added in View Settings.
• Short name (abbreviation shown on Lumirank display) now editable in driver UI menu.
• Car classes marked on RT and leaderboard items on the HUD in mixed races.
• Class indicator added to Broadcast HUD.
• Broadcast MFD now contains split GT3/GT4 standings in mixed races (long press Insert hides & re-evaluates if race is multiclass or not during the race).
• Class indicator added to MP timetables.
• GT4 cars grouped in MP car selection.
• "Sticky" HUD layer remains visible when hiding HUD via long press.
• Updated realtime leaderboard widget time gap logic to support mixed classes.
• Fixed controller navigation for the colour selector in the driver editor page.
• Fixed a bug with control-hijacking by hidden widgets.
• Dash widget size now respects low aspect ratio resolutions.
• Showroom widgets to not consume mouse events while camera is being controlled.
• Fixed temporary mouse pointer invisibility when intro session is set to skip.
• Pit rule summary widget added to the garage screen.
• Server statistics widget added to the garage screen.
• Driver swap widget added to the garage screen (when applicable).
• "Drive" button now pulsates on the garage screen during countdown.
• Updated track map widget and interactive track map widget added to the garage screen.
• Clicking on the markers changes focused car, clicking outside changes marker between position and racing number.
• Indicates cars triggering yellow flag.
• Indicates cars on invalid lap in Qualifying sessions (cyan marker).
• Full track map widget now available on the Broadcast HUD and the Replay HUD.
• HUD track map now has zoomed-in and full map option in HUD settings.
• Added track map HUD page (cycle F2) as a secondary broadcast page with focus on track map.
• Fix to only one car model being available for custom cars after adding the first one.
• Server name is now shown for saved replays.
• Fixed weather widget timing out on Broadcast HUD.
• Weather forecast now shows current weather.
• Weather forecast rainfall icons now show indication of increasing/decreasing rainfall (+/-) when both forecast stages prompt the same icon.
• Fixed missing mouse pointer with Cinema HUD open.
• Fixed erroneously exposed tyre set selector for wet tyres when switching between compounds and when loading a setup after session transition.
• Fixed an issue with the setup strategy selector that would jump to the end of the list of strategies after session transition.

CONTROLLERS:

• Change in the management of controller devices, to use instance IDs instead of on product ID.
• Allows the use of multiple instances of the same controller device model, such as button boxes.
• Fixed Frequency setting not loading correctly after being set in the UI.
• Disconnected devices will no longer be deleted from controls.json but will be marked as disconnected (red-coloured device name in configuration screen).
• Controls configuration can now be reloaded to detect re-connected devices without need to restart the game.
• Refresh/reload and undo buttons added to the controls page.
• Default keyboard binding for "downshift" reassigned to "X" in order to avoid clash with basic Windows function hotkeys.
• Fixed FFB controller order dependency, now the steering device automatically gets FFB assigned.
• Potential fix to lack of FFB for certain devices upon first install or control settings reset.
• Controller presets for Simucube and Simucube 2 wheel bases.
• Added new rumble effects and adjusted existing ones for XInput gamepads.

MULTIPLAYER:

• Server: added server-side car group restrictions: GT3, ST, Cup, GT4, FreeForAll.
• Client: server car group displayed in server list.
• MP car selection page automatically pre-selects car based on eligibility.
• NOTE: DLC ownership is not required to join mixed-class servers and see opponent cars.
• Quickjoin always respects the car group that is currently selected.
• CP servers are in Mixed mode, and use the Primary car.
• Client: server list now will not refresh upon returning from car selection/advanced menu.
• Client: fixed an issue with failed race starts when clients entering an invalid state would not be re-evaluated as valid even after regaining position.
• Client: fixed a crash that would occur when the client joined during the start of the formation phase.
• Client: fixed an issue where clients joining during the preparation/countdown phase would be sent up to the top of the grid by the formation widget and erroneously start from pole.
• Client: fixed a potential client crash when using maximum tyre set rule in driver swap scenarios
• Client: fixed unreliable grain/blister/flatspot data transfer in swap scenarios when reusing old tyresets while also swapping driver.
• Server: client reject during post-qualifying phase now made global to prevent erroneous spawning.
• In an open-race server, clients may still join after the post-qualifying phase, either during the race countdown phase, during the formation lap or after the race start.
• Server: fixed a rare server issue that would skip to the end of the race session when all clients entered into an invalid state at the same time during the formation phase.
• Server: added "isLockedPrepPhase" setting (settings.json) to prevent clients who did not take part in qualifying from joining during the preparation/countdown phase.
• CP: fixed client rejection with "server full" message with successful registration.

PHYSICS:

• Fixed tyre pressure reset on used tyres when pitting without tyre change.
• Motec control channels frequency upped to 60Hz.
• Fixed Motec channel drift when comparing laptimes.
• Kerb, slip, G-force and ABS vibrations added to physics API.
• EBB (active electronic brake bias) feature activated and implemented.
• Torque vectoring differential activated and implemented.
• Pirelli DH and DW tyre model implementation, all dimensions required and used for GT4 European Series cars.
• Updated and improved implementation of caster physics (also affects visual appearance).
• Porsche 991II GT3 Cup tyre model update and fine-tuning.
• Porsche 991II GT3 Cup updated spring rates and bumpstops as per endurance homologation.

GRAPHICS:

• Sparks performance optimization and probability filtering tweaks.
• Backfire performance optimization.
• Optimization of light emitters at Nurburgring to help reduce stutters.
• Fixed car dirt visuals getting reset after certain periods in Multiplayer sessions.
• Various car LOD fixes.

AUDIO:

• Tweaked curbs and astroturf volume in onboard cameras.
• Better organization in sample reference structure.
• Better audio feedback for brake temperature and wear level.
• General fine-tuning.

Also new for today is the GT4 Pack DLC - adding 11 new GT4 cars from the 2019 European GT4 Series to the simulation. I've already talked to death about these cars, so if you want a quick summary again, check out these two videos:

Enjoy the racing folks!

Assetto Corsa Competizione is available now on PC, Xbox One and PS4.

Got questions? Head over to the Assetto Corsa Competizione sub forum here at RaceDepartment and let the community be your guide!

 

[Bonehead]

Add me to the short list of those that think these cars are Ho-Hum at best. I read and watched all the rave reviews however I can't honestly get too excited about these cars, and I can't mimic all the subtle nuances others see and feel. Even with a DD wheel, I just can't get too excited about them.

What really is a let down for me is the AI. At 100 strength with 100 aggression, they won't pass me on the straights even when I only use 3/4 throttle. Watching the AI race alone is a boring long train with vain attempts to pass, however rarely ever accomplished.

All in all I am really not that thrilled with my purchase.

 

[sentry87]

I will be buying eventually. Not big into gt4s but I'll buy just to support developers like Kunos, 397, S3.

However I have to say that if for you $20 is too much for 11 cars, sim racing is probably not for you. This hobby is all about investment. Pc, wheel, peddles, rig etc. Don't cheap out when the people who make the products you enjoy ask for a measly $20.

 

[maranello78]

I made a lot of skins for Ac, Race07, etc and 20€ for 11 cars with real skins it's not expensive considering how many hours they spend just skinning, so now think about 3D models, for me is not a matter of price, instead if Kunos deserves we pay it, and for sure.
i'm very happy and so difficult choose only one GT4, i like all, and paying this 20€ we open a next door with the same quality dlc, so 20€ is not expensive, is quality

 

[Cheesenium]

What really is a let down for me is the AI. At 100 strength with 100 aggression, they won't pass me on the straights even when I only use 3/4 throttle. Watching the AI race alone is a boring long train with vain attempts to pass, however rarely ever accomplished.

All in all I am really not that thrilled with my purchase.

I do not think Kunos has much interest in AI these days. They seemed more keen to keep pushing MP.

 

[bgil66]

I’ve test driven @Monza the Alpine, Aston, Audi, BMW, Camaro and Ginetta so far and at the moment the BMW is far ahead of the others for me. The Ginetta feels nice and sounds nice but I just can’t drive on the right side not used to it lol. Haven’t had the WOW moment like others have felt. Will try others later.

 

[Wolfzz]

Yeah didn't see the 1.2GB update. It's almost done, maybe it will show up after?

Mine didn't show up until I first downloaded the 1.2GB Update then it magically appeared here in Aussie Land, hope you have it now.

 

[Günthar Rowe]

ACC + IGTC + GT4 - NZ$100
Game time over the 7 months I have owned ACC: 532 hours
Current cost per hour: NZ$0.18 (£0.09 €0.10 US$0.12)
By the end of 2020 expected game time around 1,000 hours. Plus purchase of the GT4 track DLC ~NZ$18.99
cost per hour (by the end of 2020): NZ$0.12 (£0.06 €0.07 US$0.08)
cost per week (by the end of 2020): NZ$2.05 (£1.03 €1.18 US$1.34)

So..... please find something to actually cry yourselves to sleep with ....

 

[Günthar Rowe]

I’ve test driven @Monza the Alpine, Aston, Audi, BMW, Camaro and Ginetta so far and at the moment the BMW is far ahead of the others for me. The Ginetta feels nice and sounds nice but I just can’t drive on the right side not used to it lol. Haven’t had the WOW moment like others have felt. Will try others later.

Try Brands or Hungaroring Something curby and bumpy

 

[Solidjake]

Took out the 718 GT4 on Bathurst and Nurburgring for a bit...so much fun

 

[Metla]

Sorry, can't afford, Need to find $1800 AUD for my Fanatec shopping cart....

 

[rallysmo]

505games and kunos decide not to sell with regional price like the base game and first dlc and right now 18 euros conversion to my currency its too expensive, cost the same as F1 2020.

sure are great in every way but have to wait until 75% discount, maybe next year

 

[PickABetterUsername01]

ACC + IGTC + GT4 - NZ$100
Game time over the 7 months I have owned ACC: 532 hours
Current cost per hour: NZ$0.18 (£0.09 €0.10 US$0.12)
By the end of 2020 expected game time around 1,000 hours. Plus purchase of the GT4 track DLC ~NZ$18.99
cost per hour (by the end of 2020): NZ$0.12 (£0.06 €0.07 US$0.08)
cost per week (by the end of 2020): NZ$2.05 (£1.03 €1.18 US$1.34)

So..... please find something to actually cry yourselves to sleep with ....

What a surprise, someone in a first world country that doesn't understand regional pricing.

 

[Cheesenium]

505games and kunos decide not to sell with regional price like the base game and first dlc and right now 18 euros conversion to my currency its too expensive, cost the same as F1 2020.

sure are great in every way but have to wait until 75% discount, maybe next year

It is too high priced. Unless one is a die-hard fan or has more disposable income in some regions with lower income, it is a difficult decision to buy the pack. I can buy a full game based on that price.

I will drive them in R3E with that 5 cars, instead. And I can have GT3 blue flagging me.

 

[muzikant]

it's nice, but nothing special. I thought the gt4 was a bit more difficult to drive, but is very similar to the gt3, that difference is not huge. I drove the rf2 Bmw M2 cup car all week .. that is not quite a comparison, but keep it there. I expected more from the GT4 hype

 

[cledsoncrr]

I am Brazilian and although I claim that this was the most expensive Kunos dlc so far, it still has a very attractive price, as we have 11 expensive for R$ 79 reais when a single Rfactor 2 vehicle for example is costing R$ 30 reais. For the price of 2 and a half of the rfactor you get 11 ACC. I made my purchase and I am very happy.

 

[Patrik Marek]

as for the price, I went to A&W ( canadian McDonald but bit better) and for the entire family I spent some $39, this DLC was $29,


feeling bit sick now ( not used to fast food anymore)
I think money spent on DLC was better and will last much longer

 

[Patrik Marek]

I’ve test driven @Monza the Alpine, Aston, Audi, BMW, Camaro and Ginetta so far and at the moment the BMW is far ahead of the others for me. The Ginetta feels nice and sounds nice but I just can’t drive on the right side not used to it lol. Haven’t had the WOW moment like others have felt. Will try others later.

Camaro surprised me the most, it's actually quite enjoyabele ( and easy) to drive, I expected tricky 'murican muscle

 

[Isaac Chavira]

I really like these cars. People seem to be spamming the Camaro and the BMW a lot. Those cars are almost 7 seconds faster in some case over everyone on the grid.

 

[Michael Hornbuckle]

I really like these cars. People seem to be spamming the Camaro and the BMW a lot. Those cars are almost 7 seconds faster in some case over everyone on the grid.

Where?

 

[Michael Hornbuckle]

What really is a let down for me is the AI. At 100 strength with 100 aggression, they won't pass me on the straights even when I only use 3/4 throttle.

Hmmmmm......