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lestat wrote:
I think the problem is the console exclusives devs design their games and engines around the oddities of the console, once they port that peculiar design to a PC, it just runs bad. Also the game code is probably chock full of hacks/system specific code that just doesn't work when ported.
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http://www.caradvice.com.au/486827/forz ... ce-to-win/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Good article comparing the virtual and reality. :up:
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Been looking for wheels for the xbox since I got this, nearly made a shit mistake and picked up the cheaper Ferrari Thrustmaster wheel wrongly assuming they all had force feedback so now I'm thinking I'll get the Thrustmaster TMX. What's everyone else use? I'm assuming more expensive ones? Too scared to go more expensive as I have a toddler who'll get a hold of it...
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Yeah the TMX is a pretty decent wheel from all reports. I'm using the TX with the T3PA pedals and the TH8A shifter. (Both can be used on the TMX if you decide you want a bit more immersion later) Best money I spent on an accessory in my gaming life.

Do yourself a favour though factor in a decent stand be it buying one or building one. I have tried wheels before and given up on them, buying a stand with this one has made the world of difference now I can barely play racing games without the wheel cause I've used it so much.


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New patch, about 1.6gb

http://www.forzamotorsport.net/en-us/ne ... er_update2" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Here’s a closer look at the improvements in this update:

Stability
· Fixed an issue where having a microphone enabled in the game but no speech pack installed would cause the title to crash on Windows 10
· Fixed an issue that would cause a game crash for some Windows 10 players when entering Maroondah Road Bucket List event
· Fixed an issue that would cause a game crash for some Windows 10 and Xbox One players when joining online Bucket List Blueprint challenges with mismatched DLC
· Fixed an issue that would cause a game crash for some Xbox One players when pausing the game
· Fixed an issue that would cause a game crash for some players when collecting Loyalty Rewards while in a Convoy
· Fixed an issue that would cause a game crash for some players when using the AMD R9 Fury X graphics card on Windows 10
· Fixed a TDR for Windows 10 players

Performance
· Players running four-core setups on Windows 10 should see CPU improvements
· Improved thread layout changes for eight-core setups on Windows 10, resulting in improved performance
· Improvement to performance in upgrades and tuning screens on Windows 10
· Fixed a stall when driving in Byron Bay on Windows 10
· Stall fixed when applying Drivatar liveries while driving on Windows 10
· Stall fixed when driving in free roam on Xbox One

Wheel Support
· Improvements to force feedback dead zone and FFB performance when driving on tarmac on both Xbox One and Windows 10
· Fixed a bug so that wheel button prompts now match the in-game bindings on Windows 10
· Actions that must be mapped are now identified in the UI and number of actions that must be mapped has been reduced on Windows 10

General Improvements
· Fix for photo mode being blurry for some Windows 10 players
· Groove music playback improvements on Xbox One
· Upgrade basket UI now supports mouse input for Windows 10
· Fix for bug that prevented Windows 10 players from progressing past the Start screen with no internet connection
· Added Master Volume option for Windows 10 players
· Fix to Advanced Camera functionality in left and top views in Paintshop (Xbox One and Windows)
· Fix to enable Rewind when returning from Co-Op to Solo (Xbox One and Windows)
· Added option to mute microphones in-game (Xbox One and Windows)
· Player can now continue driving when fuel runs out (Xbox One and Windows)

Gameplay Changes
· Horizon Edition cars that boost either Skills or XP no longer provide a benefit in Online Adventure
· Fixed an issue where the Perk “The XP Bump” worked in Online Adventure. Now it provides no benefit outside of single player racing
· Added a 30-second cooldown to the Drift Tap Skill
· Reduced the amount of XP awarded for banking Skill Chains
· Reduced 3-Star score target on the following Drift Zones: Mountain Scramble, Mountain Foot, Reservoir, and Gold Mine
· Previous Horizon Edition cars removed from Wheelspins; new Horizon Edition cars added. The new HE cars are the BAC Mono Horizon Edition , Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Horizon Edition, Lamborghini Countach LP5000 QV Horizon Edition, Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series Horizon Edition, MG Metro 6R4 Horizon Edition, MINI Cooper S Horizon Edition, and the Subaru Impreza 22B STi Horizon Edition
· Added the name of the current Championship to Car Select in Online Adventure to help players choose a suitable car
· Horizon Edition cars display the correct bonus for Wheelspins
· Fixed an issue where the Landmarks stat was incorrectly listed as 21 instead of 19, stopping players reaching 100 percent complete
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Big improvement for me, solid 60fps everywhere bar surfers, that drops to around 50 in some areas.
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Nice I'll try it out tomorrow...gave it a go earlier and it's still very average with the wheel, fingers crossed the patch makes a difference.


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You'll find most arcade racers are average with a wheel. It's usually the sims that are fine tuned for wheels.
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Yeah I understand that, but it's fine on console version.


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Patch has definitely made a massive difference for the wheel I can actually play it now on PC


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OK Picked up the Logitech G920, shifter + Forza 3 in a bundle from JB for $399 which I think is pretty good value. In saying that I already have it on xbox one so I'm either gonna trade it in at JB or anyone here wanna buy it from me?
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Anyone else had microphone issues on PC? Got into a game last night fine but could only hear Jizz & Burnzoire, and no one could hear me. Mic was working fine too. Wonder if it's because I'm using separate headphones & mic? Might be NAT related but I'm not sure how I can check my Xbox Live NAT on PC, all the network checks in the Xbox app look fine.

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Burnzoire and Jizz had issues on the first night. Both sorted it out fairly quickly. It might pay to shoot them a pm and ask them what went on.
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I right clicked on my volume icon, then selected playback devices, had to change the default playback and recording devices to my USB headset (hyprerX cloud 2).

it's strange how you could only hear 2 of us
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So only the digital version is play anywhere, if you have the physical xbox disc you can't load it on Windows.. fucking thanks for making that real clear MS.
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jizzlobber wrote:I right clicked on my volume icon, then selected playback devices, had to change the default playback and recording devices to my USB headset (hyprerX cloud 2).

it's strange how you could only hear 2 of us
Think my NAT was screwed, or at least I hope. Opened some ports but I'm still getting the "network settings are blocking party chat error".

edit: just had a lovely chat with Juzz, think it's solved
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yeah I had to set my headset as default communications device, even though it worked fine in other games.
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By the way, how is the PC performance for everyone now that the second patch has hit?

It runs flawlessly locked at 60 for me without any hitches whatsoever, whereas before there were the occasional hiccups.
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Mostly 60fps with some slight drops, team area at surfers can drop in the 40s though.

I refused to play it before the update, it was so inconsistent.
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It's better but still getting hitches. I'm not sure if it's the game or drivers to be honest.
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I'm sticking with 30fps, my 970 drops to mid 30s unlocked in Surfers which isn't much fun. Still 30fps on high at 1440p is better than Xbone
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Yeah I've settled on 30fps 4K makes it easier to jump between versions as well


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Yeah, instead of spending valuable time tweaking my PC I just play the game and it's great!
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Rally Fighter in the flesh at my hotel last night.

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