GP2 in hand!

Well, based on the mostly good things I'd heard (and the cheap price tag and the fact my computer should run it pretty well) I bought GP2. Just arrived a few minutes ago. This should be fun. Any suggestions on where to go to maximize the experience? -Tim

Hmm.. err.. hmmm where should we start? It's been quite a long time. First of all, Gp2 was before the era of 3d-acceleration. Don't expect incredible visuals, but quality graphics for no 3d-acceleration. For you to compare.. think of Duke Nukem 3d. The menu GUi is quite complex so I suggest you read the manual carefully (if there is one with the game). I have no idea of what computer processor you have, but there is good chance that you won't be able to race with everything on. Cut back with the mirror graphics, and the sky. AI.. hmm you might develop a love/hate relationship with those guys. At times they are great, others not really. Gp2 is a great hotlapper, personally I haven't raced with the AI for quite a time. Physics.. I suggest you take out all the Helps, especially the throttle help, but keep the prefered line especially if you want to try add-on tracks. Gp2 is also one of the most in-depth games in terms of third-party utilities and add-ons. I find about all I want at http://www.grandprix2.com/ , http://www.alphaf1.com/gp2/ and http://www.gp2.web.pt/ -- -- Fran?ois Mnard <ymenard> -- May the Downforce be with you... -- http://www.WeRace.net -- People think it must be fun to be a super genius, but they don't realise how hard it is to put up with all the idiots in the world.

Pretty old game, yes, but I can't run new stuff that well. Yup. I knew that. Graphics still look pretty good. I'll try that. But a 233mmx with 64 megs of RAM and a Rendition card should do pretty well. OK. I'll try that. OK. Sounds good. Yes. I heard about hundreds of tracks, which is part of why I grabbed the game now. Thanks for the links. -Tim

The Rendition card won't do a thing - GP2 doesn't take advantage of 3D graphics cards. I have a P2 350 with 128 megs and still struggle at the start of races - particularly at Monaco and at some of the newest tracks which are more graphics-intensive than the originals. Best idea is to turn the sky texture off - a big gain for very little loss IMHO. regards -- http://ianhill.tripod.com Please visit www.thehungersite.com today!

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>> I'll try that. But a 233mmx with 64 megs of RAM and a Rendition card >> should do pretty well. >The Rendition card won't do a thing - GP2 doesn't take advantage of 3D >graphics cards. I have a P2 350 with 128 megs and still struggle at the >start of races - particularly at Monaco and at some of the newest tracks >which are more graphics-intensive than the originals. Best idea is to turn >the sky texture off - a big gain for very little loss IMHO.

It still is better than the S3 I'm replacing it with in normal graphical rendering. Graphics cards matter even if my Voodoo 2 doesn't come in to play. And I'll try turning the sky texture off, thanks. -Tim

A general question - will it disappoint after Gpl? I know the graphics are not 3D accelerated but otherwise will it fill the gap 'til GP3, WSC, etc. Cheers, Andrew

Alright, dadgumya! Where'd ya get it? I've been looking for that thingy for months and can't find a copy of it anywhere. -- ----------------------------------- Morgan Vincent Wooten http://members.tripod.com/~morganv/ -----------------------------------

There were a bunch on sale on ebay a week ago. Check there. Also, search Yahoo Shopping--there's a store that carries it. -Tim

Here's a link to the store that sold through Ebay that I purchased from. A bit expensive, though, I got it for 9.95 plus shipping. http://carbsstore.safeshopper.com/ -Tim

This may not be a lot of use to you, I grant, but GP2's just been re- released on "super-budget" (UKP5) over here. There were stacks in my local Electronics Boutique (well, fairly local - it's 15 miles away) last time I looked. So if you can't find it anywhere else, you could always order it from a British place. -- David. "After all, a mere thousand yards - such a harmless little knoll, really." (Raymond Mays on Shelsley Walsh)

Tough question, looking at it with post-GPL eyes I cannot justify the amount of time spent on GP2 that I did. If you can live with it spinning you out for no good reason whatsoever, it probably provides the best immersion factor and there's literally tons of stuff for it floating around the net. When I get a craving for downforce, on the other hand, I use ICR2 or F1RS instead. Jan. ---- Andrew Cowell <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:38c250cc@nap-ns1... > A general question - will it disappoint after Gpl? I know the graphics are > not 3D accelerated but otherwise will it fill the gap 'til GP3, WSC, etc. > Cheers, Andrew > >

here's one thing to think about. Can you set up your system to run a dos program? GP2 can be run in windows box, but unless your soundcard etc can be configured for dos, then you may be in for a hassle. Gp3 is comming soon AND F12k so you may want to look for those. dave henrie Andrew Cowell wrote: > > A general question - will it disappoint after Gpl? I know the graphics are > not 3D accelerated but otherwise will it fill the gap 'til GP3, WSC, etc. > Cheers, Andrew

On Sun 05 Mar 2000 11:23:09a, Andrew Cowell wrote: >A general question - will it disappoint after Gpl? I know the >graphics are not 3D accelerated but otherwise will it fill the gap >'til GP3, WSC, etc. Cheers, Andrew Depends. (There's a helpful answer...) If it's as cheap in Australia as it is in the UK (UKP5), then you've not got a lot to lose. Its main strong point is the vast array of third-party addons - a lot are rubbish, but if you can live with rough edges, there are some tracks available that you probably won't find for any other game (Aintree and Reims, anyone?). Personally, I rather like it. But I'd recommend a joystick over a wheel as its wheel support isn't great (no FF for a start). One tip: if it doesn't run smoothly (it had huge spec requirements for the day) turn off the clouds. It makes a *big* difference. -- David. "After all, a mere thousand yards - such a harmless little knoll, really." (Raymond Mays on Shelsley Walsh)

In article <89rp5l$j55$[email hidden]>, Ian Hill <ianhill@NOSPA M.crosswinds.net> writes

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> >The Enigmatic One <[email hidden]> wrote in message >news:xmdw4.863$[email hidden]... >> I'll try that. But a 233mmx with 64 megs of RAM and a Rendition card >> should do pretty well. > >The Rendition card won't do a thing - GP2 doesn't take advantage of 3D >graphics cards. I have a P2 350 with 128 megs and still struggle at the >start of races - particularly at Monaco and at some of the newest tracks >which are more graphics-intensive than the originals. Best idea is to turn >the sky texture off - a big gain for very little loss IMHO.

And turn off the smoke ! -- Mart Rogers

Let me respond with a Hell, yeah. I just got it myself and, last night, finally took it for an extended spin. Wonderful fun. And I'm drooling over all of the available tracks. -Tim

I paid 15 with shipping off of Ebay. Try searching Yahoo Shopping, I know there was a store that had it. -Tim

Thanks, I will give those a try

Thanks, I will give those a try The Enigmatic One <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:ZOfx4.912$[email hidden]...

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> > >Do you know where I can pick up a new copy pretty cheap? I am > >afraid that if I went down to Best Buy or something they would either > >not have it or still be charging $30 for it. Anyone know of someplace > >I can pick it up for about $15? > > I paid 15 with shipping off of Ebay. > > Try searching Yahoo Shopping, I know there was a store that had it. > > > -Tim >

Cliff Roman wrote in message <6Vex4.79$[email hidden]>... >Do you know where I can pick up a new copy pretty cheap? I am >afraid that if I went down to Best Buy or something they would either >not have it or still be charging $30 for it. Anyone know of someplace >I can pick it up for about $15? > It is certainly available in the UK on a budget label. John -- John Hartridge [email hidden]

On Wed 08 Mar 2000 09:22:22a, John Hartridge wrote: >It is certainly available in the UK on a budget label. Super-budget, in fact - most places I've looked have it for UKP5. -- David. "The lawyers are destroying inspiration." (Michael Turner, motorsport artist)

I'm not sure this ageing beauty could ever dissapoint IMHO. I have just recently re-installed GP2 on my new system and have to admit that I did wonder if after having been spoilt by recent sims like GPL, N3, Mobil Rally, etc whether GP2 would still hold much appeal... fear not this is still one of the best ever. It took all of 10 minutes to get back all the old feelings for GP2 and having also downloaded loads of new tracks, carsets, etc I can definately say that it will continue to hold my interest for some time to come. Has to be the most well supported (unofficially) sim around. Peter Hooper Andrew Cowell <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:38c250cc@nap-ns1... > A general question - will it disappoint after Gpl? I know the graphics are > not 3D accelerated but otherwise will it fill the gap 'til GP3, WSC, etc. > Cheers, Andrew > >

Well unfortunately I could not find it on Ebay, Yahoo Auctions or Yahoo Shopping. The Enigmatic One <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:ZOfx4.912$[email hidden]...

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> > >Do you know where I can pick up a new copy pretty cheap? I am > >afraid that if I went down to Best Buy or something they would either > >not have it or still be charging $30 for it. Anyone know of someplace > >I can pick it up for about $15? > > I paid 15 with shipping off of Ebay. > > Try searching Yahoo Shopping, I know there was a store that had it. > > > -Tim >

On Tue, 07 Mar 2000 21:55:14 GMT, "Cliff Roman" <[email hidden]> wrote: >>>>>>>....Do you know where I can pick up a new copy pretty cheap? I am >afraid that if I went down to Best Buy or something they would either >not have it or still be charging $30 for it. Anyone know of someplace >I can pick it up for about $15? Maybe Microprose still. They should be able to replace it. Maybe Hasbro now though. Just email and ask, can't hurt. Matt

You've just bought the best racing sim ever, period. Go to GP2.com and start downloading. As for the graphics, don't listen to anyone on this. They may not be 3d-accelerated, but they still look great, the replays are fabulous, and most important of all, Crammond and company somehow manage to get the depth perception just right. Try CPR sometime and see if you can figure out where to start breaking. With GP2 it's easy. Can't wait for GP3! Mike

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> Well, based on the mostly good things I'd heard (and the cheap price > tag and the fact my computer should run it pretty well) I bought GP2. Just > arrived a few minutes ago. This should be fun. > Any suggestions on where to go to maximize the experience? > -Tim