rFactor

Summary

rFactor is a realistic easily extendable racing simulation from Image Space Incorporated. It offers the latest in vehicle and race customization, great graphics, outstanding multiplayer, and the height of racing realism. rFactor 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. 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.Features

Physics
Updated 15 degrees of freedom physics engine

Advanced tire modeling

Support for 4-link rear suspension

Engine boost modeling

Complex aerodynamics

Head physics, cockpit vibrations, detailed bump modeling

All-new track-specific terrain data file system

Graphics/Sound
DX9 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
Career mode with upgrades that affect the vehicle’s appearance, performance, and sound

Define AI opponent types, strength and aggression

Races can be lap based, time based or both

Vehicle upgrade system

Vehicle economy including mileage

Ambient and track temperature changes throughout the race

More configurable keys than you can shake a stick at

Multiple Racing Series with vehicle and circuit filters

Grid editing

Camera/Replays
Full screen monitor and ability to rewind

Freely move camera from any position including the ever famous exclusive ISI Swingman

Spectator mode

Greatly enhanced replay system including clip splicing

Move, duplicate or delete replay clips while assigning camera movements to each

Export replays to AVI files defining compression and size options

Multiplayer
Completely new multiplayer engine

Built in race statistics reporting to web based RaceCast system

Built in friends list

Server bookmarks

Dedicated server, including single click option

Native voting system

Add AI to multiplayer games

Built in IRC chat

Boot and ban player lists that can be passed around

Security checks to combat potential cheating

Open Architecture
Extensive support for modders

Easy to use customizable multi-language support

Define a league schedule

Rules to simulate different types of racing

Completely customize your controller

Drop in new vehicle liveries

Vehicles
2006 Formula IS – High Performance Open Wheel (Video)

2005 Hammer – Full Bodied GT

2005 Howston – Full Bodied GT

National Stock Car – Stock Car

Panoz – Full Bodied GT

2005 Rayzor – Rally Turbo

2006 rF3 – Quick and Nimble Open Wheel

2005 Rhez – Small FWD Sport Compact

2006 Rhez – Small FWD Sport Compact

2005 rTrainer – Low Speed Open Wheel

2005 Venom – Rally

2005 ZR – Affordable High Performance Sedan

Circuits
Barcelona – Permanent Road Course

Brianza – Permanent Road Course

Essington Park – Permanent Road Course

Jacksonville Speedway – High Banked Superspeedway

Jiading – Permanent Road Course

Joesville Speedway – Paved Short Track

Lienz Festival – Country Roads (Video)

Mills Metropark – Permanent Road Course with two layouts

Montreal – Permanent Road Course

Northamptonshire – Permanent Road Course

Nuerburg – Permanent Road Course

Orchard Lake – Banked Tri-Oval with Infield Road Course

Sardian Heights – Street Circuit with two layouts

Toban Raceway Park – Permanent Road Course with four layouts