Which game has the most realistic physics modeling , not just in theory, but
in terms of how realistic they feel compared to a top notch PC sim? How do
the games compare overall ? Also, has anyone played Enthusia racing yet ?
With all aids OFF on all of them, by the way.
Enthusia feels a little like a slightly toned down LFS. I really like it!
It's a major sleeper for those who want more realistic physics in a
console game.
In Forza, you can round a tight corner in a Viper in 2nd gear and
slam the throttle wide open and get a tiny bit of wheelspin and
a little wiggle in the back. A FUN racer, but not anywhere close to
a true 'sim'.
The suddenly wide-open throttle in a tight corner in a massive HP car
won't give those same result in Enthusia .. hehe.
I loved GT4 when it first came out but the affair only lasted a couple
weeks befire the flaws set in (no AI to speak of, poor rally mode,
just-OK driving physics, broken "free money" car-upgrade gameplay).
Forza has better physics in my opinion, decent and fun AI, damage
model (no pinballing around the corners off other cars here!), better
tracks in my opinion, a better handheld controller, and online
multiplayer (if you're into that).
GT4's advantages are slightly better graphics (more jaw-dropping
gorgeous moments for sure) and solid force-feedback wheels.
>> Enthusia feels a little like a slightly toned down LFS. I really like
>it!
>> It's a major sleeper for those who want more realistic physics in a
>> console game.
>How do you like the game overall, it didn't fare too well in the
>reviews. Is the AI any better in Enthusia than GT4? I picked up Forza
>purely for Road Atlanta (my local track) and the 350Z (my car), but
>don't like the lack of wheels available. Since I'm no longer playing
>GT4, would be nice to have something for my driving force pro.
I wish I had your wheel. It would make Enthusia VERY nice. If you
race in real life as I used to, I would strongly suggest that you pick
up Enthusia. When you feel that car moving around on it's suspension
and you fighting for control of it, you'll see what I mean.
Go here and read about it, see the screenshots, and watch the movies:
http://www.racesimcentral.net/
Be SURE to see the 'Promotion' movie ..
http://www.racesimcentral.net/
I love the game, personally, but it is difficult and not for everyone,
especially those with a short attention span or needing instant gratification
on every corner. I am wondering whether I have the skill to progress
deep into this game without a wheel.
If you race for real and you have a wheel, just buy it would be my advice.
Be sure to check out their site and look at the renders and screenshots of the
incredible selection of cars, new and old ...
Back to slidin' .. heehe
>>> Enthusia feels a little like a slightly toned down LFS. I really like
>>it!
>>> It's a major sleeper for those who want more realistic physics in a
>>> console game.
>>How do you like the game overall, it didn't fare too well in the
>>reviews. Is the AI any better in Enthusia than GT4? I picked up Forza
>>purely for Road Atlanta (my local track) and the 350Z (my car), but
>>don't like the lack of wheels available. Since I'm no longer playing
>>GT4, would be nice to have something for my driving force pro.
>The AI in Enthusia is very good. Aggressive, smart, etc.. Nothing at
>all like GT4 and a little like Forza. I'm pretty early in the game, BTW.
>They race for position and I have seen them 3-a*** going into a fast
>corner. VERY nice AI. A lot like Forza.
>I wish I had your wheel. It would make Enthusia VERY nice. If you
>race in real life as I used to, I would strongly suggest that you pick
>up Enthusia. When you feel that car moving around on it's suspension
>and you fighting for control of it, you'll see what I mean.
>Go here and read about it, see the screenshots, and watch the movies:
>http://www.racesimcentral.net/
>Be SURE to see the 'Promotion' movie ..
>http://www.racesimcentral.net/
>I love the game, personally, but it is difficult and not for everyone,
>especially those with a short attention span or needing instant gratification
>on every corner. I am wondering whether I have the skill to progress
>deep into this game without a wheel.
>If you race for real and you have a wheel, just buy it would be my advice.
>Be sure to check out their site and look at the renders and screenshots of the
>incredible selection of cars, new and old ...
>Back to slidin' .. heehe
Oh, man-- excellent question! :)
Alanb
Are you driving with all aids off in Forza? The first car I tried after
buying it this afternoon was the Viper GTS ACR. I rounded the first turn
and nailed the throttle mid-corner and launched into a beautiful power
slide. A quick counter steer and slight lift brought the back end back
in line and I was off down the straight. A fantastic experience from the
outset. I then tried the Z06 and the backend on that thing was squirrely
as hell under hard throttle. The NSX is fun too.
Great game. I'll have to rent Enthusia and see what it's like. It was a
toss-up between the two but I generally like Xbox games better than PS2,
plus Forza has gotten better reviews, but I think that's because
Enthusia is more for enthusiasts and is too demanding for the average
console gamer.
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I'll have to check it out I guess. The reviews haven't been very kind. I
prefer the Physics/AI in Forza but absolutely marvel at the polished
graphics in GT4.