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[BanjoMaster]

Well, they haven't wavered from their Q1 release date, even though the Tech Preview has slipped. Read into that what you will, but to me that signifies that the TP has perhaps become a little less important to them in terms of actually testing the software. They must be very confident that they've got the majority of bases covered on the V1.0 release through internal testing alone in order to stick to the full release date, which means that the TP then becomes a de facto 'Demo before the real Demo'. As such they want it to be as clean as possible, hence the extra wait.

^ The above is probably a good example of manufacturing nonsense in an information vacuum...

 

[Sunil Odedra]

Well, they haven't wavered from their Q1 release date, even though the Tech Preview has slipped. Read into that what you will, but to me that signifies that the TP has perhaps become a little less important to them in terms of actually testing the software. They must be very confident that they've got the majority of bases covered on the V1.0 release through internal testing alone in order to stick to the full release date, which means that the TP then becomes a de facto 'Demo before the real Demo'. As such they want it to be as clean as possible, hence the extra wait.

^ The above is probably a good example of manufacturing nonsense in an information vacuum...

I hope this is the case as it would imply that the full release may be closer than expected. It makes sense, as the td has been completed for some time

 

[Roger Ferrer]

I only hope they are not delaying full game relase even for a second due to Tech Demo.

 

[Michael Hornbuckle]

I guess we should just get better at waiting because if the tp shows that AC is truly a game changer then just imagine how bad the wait for V1.0 will be.

 

[Sunil Odedra]

I guess we should just get better at waiting because if the tp shows that AC is truly a game changer then just imagine how bad the wait for V1.0 will be.

^ True

 

[Bram Hengeveld]

Always surprises me what people can "read" between the lines. Kunos posted an update and immediately there is "something" going on.

Whats going on is exactly explained in that message: internal testing.

With the current state of the sim racing community where people seem to care more about making a first negative comment on a blog I would also be damn sure that anything is released is good.

This scenario otherwise it not very unlikely:

• Player X downloads software Y
• X installs Y without reading any of the guiding documentation
• X configures Y in less than 10 seconds, skipping controller configs, video settings and game play settings.
• X NEEDS TO GET ON TRACK NOW! NOT A SECOND TO LOOSE!!!!!!!!
• X gets on track with a misconfigured game and is already shouting "WTF" after the first turn of his wheel.
• X hurries to blog Z to post a 1000 word long rant how utterly crap this Tech Preview is. He is even using the words "WHY DID I PAY FOR THIS TP" (he completely forgets he didn't, silly X )
• Person A, B, C, D, E, F, and ETC who also didnt read quickly jump the bandwagon to "I agree this sucks balls, Kunos".
• Now person "P" enter the blog where P stands for Parrot. Mister Parrot hasn't tested the game either but owns his own blog that needs to be filled with content.
• Parrot is now writing a two pager "review" of Y and sources blog Z that this game sucks balls (they ALL said so).
• Person G, H, I, J, K etc that actually had to work during the day of release get home, open their internet browser and get flushed by tons of stinking poo created by X and his parrots and decide to give this a pass.
• In the meantime L, M, N, O, P etc have configured their games correctly and are having a simgasm on the virtual track enjoying the hell out software Y.
• After hours of playing they go online, see the poo, and decide that they as silent majority keep quiet.
• Software Y now has a damaged reputation.

Highly exaggerated I know but this seems to be the pattern nowadays. Having insta opinions, dont read, dont test, dont ask, just post unfunded opinions

 

[MarcG]

All those hinging hopes on a Q1 release for v1.0 need to realise that the tech demo could throw up huge problems for kunos, massive incompatibility issues with hardware being the big one. They can internal test all they want but there comes a point where they have to see other potential problems, that's the tech demo, if it comes out and there's a ton of problems then I guarantee v1.0 will be delayed.
Of course I hope nothing nasty arises, just hope kunos have a better platform than ISI did for the rf2 beta!

 

[Bram Hengeveld]

Thats true, you can test with so many people but with PC's you'll always miss something. Consoles are much easier to beta test.

 

[Michael Hornbuckle]

Good valid points Bram, except for one major exception....Player Z is a dedicated "fanboy" of competing game and no matter what he will bash the tp whether he has played it or not...

No matter how flawless the released version is there will always be a very vocal group that will be out to destroy it for a myriad of reasons.

The only thing I question is when they say the tp has been ready for weeks now, yet can't be released because they don't feel it is ready....more than likely something got lost in translation

I am going to try my best to quit getting stressed out thinking that "today could be the day we get to try AC" as it is becoming very frustrating. Besides, I am sure that you will be one of the first to know, especially if they let RaceDepartment host a mirror for the download.

 

[Stefan Mizzi]

No matter what you do, people with a negative attitude will still be negative even if you give them gold!

I always try games and betas with a positive attitude, try to find the best of each game and give constructive criticism where possible. This helps me to enjoy all games (unless it's really really crap!)

And yeah, I take ample time to setup the game and make sure everything is in place. Currently I am loving all sims and betas

PS: Maybe we should create a thread for Best configuration (FBB, video etc) setup for AC when it comes out to help the whiners.

 

[Craig Booth]

You had me at Player X, then my brain exploded!

 

[Bram Hengeveld]

The only thing I question is when they say the tp has been ready for weeks now, yet can't be released because they don't feel it is ready....more than likely something got lost in translation

In beta testing the software is "ready" once its presented to the beta testers as feature complete. Then there is still some time to bridge though from a first beta version to a gold version that gets released to the public. (in this case probably the weeks they refer to)

Agree they could have worded that a bit more precise to avoid speculations. But that is happening if you are into software development all day, easy to think others will understand what you mean

 

[Jari Vinnari]

Heh, nothing to see.

 

[Vaggelis Theodoridis]

 

[Radek Zukowski]

That's a tough car

 

[Jorgen Johnsen]

Guess ferrari doesn't approve damage to their cars

 

[XN-Sigma]

Nice to see more ingame recorded media.
Though I think at this point a video of the tech preview would be more relevant.

 

[Leonardo Ratafiá]

where did this video come from? very nice!

 

[Damien Wintz]

removed I didn't get to see it

 

[Nico Van Elk]

Don't worry Damien, it was just a bunch of GT cars racing on Nordschleife.
With day and night, and rain, and everything you ever wanted.

So not missed much.

Edit:
Before rumours go to expectations, this was a joke.