Just played the demo, and it seems like they've added a few things I
don't remember from the x-box version (which I enjoyed thoroughly).
The replay controls are very nice, not quite papy quality but better
than any other sim I can think of. The physics/controls were
definitely tweaked since the console release, I was expecting a CMR3
type experience and I think it feels better than that. Granted, I'm
not using force feedback and I have a feeling the only FFB available
is 'vibratoin'. I don't recall the telemetry being in the console
version, but it's been awhile since I played it.
The part of the game that isn't in the demo and is a lot of fun is the
career mode. You start off with a ***team in a 1.6L car and work on
building up your personal and team reputation until either the team
gets better or you get offered a better deal. Another nice touch is
that, as far as I'm aware, it's the only arcade-ish rally game where
it's actually possible to crash out of a rally.
Not the rally sim I'm looking for, but it will get some play until
Richard Burns comes out.
Jason