rFactor 2 Demo - Detailed Information

Summary

rFactor 2 is a realistic, easily extendable racing simulation from Studio 397. It offers the latest in vehicle and race customization, great graphics, outstanding multiplayer and the height of racing realism. rFactor 2 features mixed class road racing with ultra realistic dynamics, an immersive sound environment and stunning graphics.

You can race against a field of AI cars, or in multi-player mode against others. The simulation supports a full day-night cycle as well as dynamically varying weather conditions such as rain. Tracks feature "real-road" technology that changes the grip as more cars drive on it. In multi-player mode, driver swaps are also supported, allowing you to run even full 24 hour endurance events. Everything can be customized by the community, including adding new tracks and cars, and a wealth of add-ons are available on-line.

rFactor 2 is also an evolving product, which will be updated and added to for many years, so the list of features will expand!

Features

Physics

• Updated to use multi-core CPU technology
  
• Advanced physics engine
  
• Newly updated tire model
  
• Driving surface construction, even painted line thickness, affects grip levels
  
• Engine boost and Turbo modeling
  
• Complex aerodynamics
  
• Head physics, cockpit vibrations, detailed bump modeling

Dynamic Racing Experience

• Real-time day/night lighting transitions
  
• Realistic wet/dry weather transitions
  
• Dynamically laid rubber increases grip throughout racing session(s)
  
• Rubber chunks (“marbles”) roll off tires and can affect grip
  
• Tires sustain damage from poor driving or setups, affecting grip immediately and over time
  
• Dynamically drying racing line after rain
  
• Environments filled with animated events like planes, flag marshalls and more…

Graphics/Sound

• Real-time day/night lighting transitions
  
• Projected headlights for night time driving
  
• Look to apex and head motion tracking support
  
  
• DX11 advanced graphics engine
  
• Real-time day/night transitions
  
• Projected headlights for nighttime driving
  
• Adjust player and opponent volume ratio
  
• See the apex with the Look Ahead slider
  
• Adjust your seat and mirror while in the driver’s seat
  
• Updating real-time scoring towers
  
• Expanded and enhanced gauge and LCD features for vehicle cockpits
  
• Improved loading times
  
• Updated sound engine
  
• Changing engine sounds based on upgraded vehicle performance

Gameplay

• New AI who will race for and defend positions
  
• Define AI opponent types, strength and aggression
  
• Races can be lap based, time based or both
  
• Vehicle upgrade system

Camera/Replays

• “Resume from Replay” allows you to rejoin a race from a saved replay
  
• Full screen monitor and ability to rewind
  
• Freely move camera from any position including the ever famous exclusive ISI Swingman
  
• Spectator mode

Multiplayer

• Opponent car skins automatically transmitted
  
• Completely new multiplayer engine
  
• Dedicated server
  
• Native voting system
  
• Add AI to multiplayer games
  
• Boot and ban player lists that can be passed around
  
• Security checks to combat potential cheating

Open Architecture

• Support for modder created car and track content
  
• Fully adjustable Showroom, UI and HUD layouts
  
• More Plugin Interfaces
  
• Easy to use customizable multi-language support
  
• Rules to simulate different types of racing
  
• Completely customize your controller
  
• Drop in new vehicle liveries