Kunos Simulazioni launches public v1.1 beta programme and announces special price!
Kunos Simulazioni has decided to launch a public beta release programme as the team works towards the release of v1.1 of the netKar PRO driving simulator. On top of this, Kunos Simulazioni has decided to launch a special price offer for the netKar PRO software until the end of August!
Public beta programma in 3 parts
The goal of the public beta programma is to have the software tested on a multitude of hardware and software configurations before the final release. This will make it possible to identify and fix possibly hidden bugs and other stability problems before the new release receives the 'final' status. Also, it allows everyone to join in the development phase and see what new improvements are coming to the simulation.
In the upcoming period, the team will release three beta releases. The first (1 of 3) release will contain a brand new interface, a new central server, a new audio core and a lot of other improvements.
The second release (2 of 3) will bring the brand new Fiat 500 Abarth Assetto Corsa to the public beta programma. Also, a brand new track called 'Aosta' presenting a massive 15 configurations will appear in the second beta release. Also, this second release will contain bugfixes for issues reported in the first release.
The third and final release (3 of 3) will be the Release Candidate and will only contain bugs fixes for issues reported from the first two releases.
Using this approach, the netKar PRO development team is confident that the brand new v1.1 will be very stable upon final release and hopes that all customers and potential new customers will appreciate being able to be part of the development and testing of the new version ... and in the meanwhile having the possibility to take a sneak peak on the things coming to the simulation.
Price offer in August!
Instead of the regular price of €36,-, netKar PRO sells for only €19,90 until the end of August! A great discount.
This offer means that you can now get a full netKar PRO license (including unlimited multiplayer racing) for less than 20 euro! And remember, this is a one-time-only payment.
Of course, for this price you also get netKar PRO v1.1 includes the Fiat 500 Abarth Assetto Corsa and the brand new Aosta track, on top of the already existing content from v1.0.
You can buy a license from the netKar PRO shop: http://www.netkar-pro.com/shop.htm
http://forum.racesimcentral.com/showthread.php?p=3984445#post3984445
Expect the first beta tonight/tomorrow
Damn! I was going to post that! :sideways:
If you've been holding back from getting the full game, do it now! It is well worth it! €19.90, you can't buy an ice lolly for that. :lmfao:
Kunos has at last seen the value of public beta testing as per LFS
Quote from: Doorman;285424Damn! I was going to post that! :sideways:
If you've been holding back from getting the full game, do it now! It is well worth it! €19.90, you can't buy an ice lolly for that. :lmfao:
Kunos has at last seen the value of public beta testing as per LFS
You recommend us to buy that, seing what happened with the latest test patch release :rolleyes:
I don't think I trust Kunos enough for that seing his records :D
Good discount though. Even tempting.
First links.... go get it
http://www.netkar-pro.com/
http://www.drivingitalia.net/articoli.php?sez=software&id=91
So let me get this straight. If I cough up €19.90 - money that I actually don't have to spare right now - I get a full license and I get the Abarth right away? Or do I have to wait for the final version to come out for the Abarth? 'Cause I'm not really interested in the other single seaters as they aren't my thing, but that Abarth really does look good. Plus I just absolutely love the Fiat 500 ever since I had one as a company car.
No Abarth in the current test patch V1.1Beta1, that should be in the 1.1Beta2.
Better wait until it's proven good.
Offline so far, sound off - no major glitch yet but V1.03 was already performing well.
Download and try - The F1600 available in Demo is a non downforce single seater, that can make things interesting.
Major issue in 1.03 was netcode (collision detection, lag, unstable servers) - offline trials were always interesting, good FFB and setup possibilities.
Ah, then I'll hold off on buying it for the time being. I'm happy enough with the demo in the F1600 series on Race2Play.
I think it's a good step to do an open beta, downloading as we speak :)
Well I like the new tire sound :)
But I have a little problem, I can't start the F1600 anymore :D
First test run went ok, but there seems to be something wrong after I re calibrated my wheel :S
ps. I did find some other bugs already, used the in game bug report form :D
Quote from: Katsushika Matsumoto;285486Well I like the new tire sound :)
But I have a little problem, I can't start the F1600 anymore :D
First test run went ok, but there seems to be something wrong after I re calibrated my wheel :S
ps. I did find some other bugs already, used the in game bug report form :D
You are not alone. :sideways: Try Crema first. Oddly enough, I and many others, found that it worked ok at Crema then was ok elsewhere. :blink:
mmm it looks like it only works at crema :blink: no other tracks though :rolleyes:
Well i'll give it a rest for now.
Quote from: Katsushika Matsumoto;285486Well I like the new tire sound :)
But I have a little problem, I can't start the F1600 anymore :D
First test run went ok, but there seems to be something wrong after I re calibrated my wheel :S
ps. I did find some other bugs already, used the in game bug report form :D
Yup, the 1600 not starting is a bit of an oversight to say the least :D
Can you report bugs/missing features/stuff you'd like to see in the thread at RSC as well please. The more people that report the same stuff/complain about the same things in that thread the more chance we have that Kunos will do something about it.
http://forum.racesimcentral.com/showthread.php?t=337260
Quote from: The Moose;285501Yup, the 1600 not starting is a bit of an oversight to say the least :D
Can you report bugs/missing features/stuff you'd like to see in the thread at RSC as well please. The more people that report the same stuff/complain about the same things in that thread the more chance we have that Kunos will do something about it.
http://forum.racesimcentral.com/showthread.php?t=337260
Will do :D
To be honest it gives me such a good feeling that there is now a open communication with the person who is actually working on it :) Let's hope we won't be disappointed.
Quote from: Katsushika Matsumoto;285519To be honest it gives me such a good feeling that there is now a open communication with the person who is actually working on it :)
Things are always so much better when he bothers to talk to the community. A little communication goes a long way. :)
Quote from: The Moose;285525Things are always so much better when he bothers to talk to the community. A little communication goes a long way. :)
Historically, that's all you get...a little. Don't get too excited, he'll disappear shortly. :sideways:
Blimey! Update 1 already! I've uploaded it to my server HERE (http://www.finnglish.co.uk/Stuff/nkp11update1.zip)
Quote from: Doorman;285550Blimey! Update 1 already! I've uploaded it to my server HERE (http://www.finnglish.co.uk/Stuff/nkp11update1.zip)
Well it still does not run on my computer. The GUI works but the sim stops when initializing.
I'm sad to say it is worse than I expected. (and that was not much) Probably something wrong with my computer. My drivers or my OS. And I know, beta and all that but please! Look at what he fixed, that's not beta, that's pre alpha.
OK, I'll move on
EDIT:
It runs now, after a lot of crash messages from dracula I disconnected my joystick and then the sim started. No Force Feedback though. Except the
"vibration" effects.
Yeah I got very excited yesterday when I saw this had appeared... installed it like a madman and tbh I'm a bit disappointed.
I can't get the FFB working well now it seems EXTREMELY twitchy in terms of steering and there seems to be no damping at all, I feel like I'm going to break my wheel if I play it any longer tbh.. not out of frustration but just the sawing/damperless FFB imp. that is quite harsh overall.
I think if I can get that sorted I can at least start playing/enjoying the game but at the moment it feels awful :(
edit: Actually scratch that, I realised my settings for some reason had defaulted to 300 degrees steering. I reset it all and started again, and its miles better. :)
We've been conditioned to jump on nKP from a great height. I know I did when the F1600 wouldn't start. Was picky about the handling at first as well.
Yeah in all fairness I really like it after getting used to the FFB. Despite me not really initially being too keen on the braking FFB effects and rumblestrip stuff, its actually helping me in terms of control.
The one thing I don't like is the main UI outside of the game, which is ugly as sin, and takes up my whole screen. And they seem to have removed the H-shifter support in the F2000/FTarget which is a bit crud.
Other than that its good, and in all honesty I'm just glad they released an update. I didn't expect it at all.
Quote from: mattgirv;285596And they seem to have removed the H-shifter support in the F2000/FTarget which is a bit crud.
Funny you mention that, I discovered that and put it down to my not ticking something. Then I forgot all about it and went on to other things. Personally I figure the F200 is an Hshifter and the fTarget is sequential. Unless Kunos knows differently and has forced changes
I thought that it was broken until realised it was working fine on the F1600/1800. I had a look through the configs and stuff but couldn't find anything so I gave up :D
Its only a shame because I've gotten used to driving all of them with the H-shifter for ages. Mind you they all drive fairly differently now anyway. :)
Quote from: mattgirv;285602I've gotten used to driving all of them with the H-shifter for ages. Mind you they all drive fairly differently now anyway. :)
That's because both the F2000 and FTarget have sequential boxes. If he's removed the ability to use an H shifter from them he gets a thumbs up from me ;)
Quote from: The Moose;285604That's because both the F2000 and FTarget have sequential boxes. If he's removed the ability to use an H shifter from them he gets a thumbs up from me ;)
I see he hasn't removed the ability to use a sequential from the F1600/1800 :thumbsdown:
Seriously, I had a lot of trouble with the F1600. Firstly, although it took some while to twig it, it was shod on slicks! The graphics were slicks, the info in the tyres tab said FF Avon. The result of this was that the bloody thing wouldn't keep it's backside in place however gentle I was. My first thought was that it was a misplaced tyre file. Anyway, after a lot of faffing I spat my dummy and reinstalled 1.1.
Glory hallelujah! Road tyres on and weirdly the car started handling properly. Now it's terrific! netKarPRO is homing in on the perfect sim! It feels like a real car. :norty: All the expense of Frex gear and TIR etc. etc. will be worthwhile at last! :yahoo:
Quote from: The Moose;285604That's because both the F2000 and FTarget have sequential boxes. If he's removed the ability to use an H shifter from them he gets a thumbs up from me ;)
Yesterday I tried to drive the f1600 with the H shifter and it actually feels better much that way. If in interpret moose comment corretly the F1600/1800 have h shifter and the F2000/Ftarget sequential in real life?
Quote from: Katsushika Matsumoto;285907If in interpret moose comment corretly the F1600/1800 have h shifter and the F2000/Ftarget sequential in real life?
Correct!
Quote from: Doorman;285899Seriously, I had a lot of trouble with the F1600. Firstly, although it took some while to twig it, it was shod on slicks! The graphics were slicks, the info in the tyres tab said FF Avon.
How bizarre There should be no way with a fresh install that it's possible for the 1600 to have slicks. :g:
Glad you have it sorted anyway. :)
Quote from: The Moose;285917How bizarre There should be no way with a fresh install that it's possible for the 1600 to have slicks. :g:
Glad you have it sorted anyway. :)
Quite right, there SHOULD be no way but believe me. I even reported it as a bug.
Quote from: Katsushika Matsumoto;285907Yesterday I tried to drive the f1600 with the H shifter and it actually feels better much that way. If in interpret moose comment corretly the F1600/1800 have h shifter and the F2000/Ftarget sequential in real life?
I can't seem to find how to configure the controls to work with the H-shifter. Any help?
Quote from: obsolum;286020I can't seem to find how to configure the controls to work with the H-shifter. Any help?
Have you seen the 'shifter' tab in the controls section? If you have and are still having trouble. Vent, I'll talk you through.
Nope, can't say I see a shifter tab anywhere :g:
(http://dl.getdropbox.com/u/1380502/nkpcontrols.JPG)
I can't come on Vent now as I was just about to log off and go to bed, but I'll probably catch you tomorrow or one of these days.
I'm not sure if using an H-shifter will suit me better because of my faulty shifter. It's cost me quite a few races/positions in both LFS and HistorX, and while the sequential isn't working 100% either it won't **** things up as bad as the H-shifter when it goes nuts.
Ugh... I've been meaning to get myself one of those SST Lightning shifters for months now but I don't have the money, unfortunately :crying:
Quote from: obsolum;286024Nope, can't say I see a shifter tab anywhere :g:
(http://dl.getdropbox.com/u/1380502/nkpcontrols.JPG)
The above screen shot is from 1.03, I think Ron was referring to 1.1 where there is a separate tab for the H shifter. :g:
What I understand that there were some problems with the controller setup in 1.1, but the lastest update (no.2) should fix that :)
Aaaah, right, that would make sense as this is the 1.1 thread :doh: Yeah, I'm still on 1.03 :)
Quote from: obsolum;286027Aaaah, right, that would make sense as this is the 1.1 thread :doh: Yeah, I'm still on 1.03 :)
Plonker! :D
In your cfg folder is an ini file called Actlabs.ini. This is mine
[SHIFTER]
ACTIVE=1 //change this to 0 to revert to sequential
GEAR_R=7
GEAR_1=0
GEAR_2=1
GEAR_3=2
GEAR_4=3
GEAR_5=4
GEAR_6=5
JOY=1 //depends, yours will probably be 0
Thanks for the server yesterday Ron. As soon as two people were on it went to eight people in about 3 mins :D
It's definitely a lot better netcode wise from what I've seen so far. Would be good if all the DMR guys gave v1.1 a bash one night.. I think those that were getting ****ed off with it would be pleasantly surprised.
When does the Ã,£19.99 offer expire..? :g:
Quote from: Gnomie;286606When does the Ã,£19.99 offer expire..? :g:
End of the month (http://forum.racesimcentral.com/showthread.php?p=3984445#post3984445). :)
Quote from: Gnomie;286606When does the Ã,£19.99 offer expire..? :g:
Euros, not pounds ;)
(not that there's much difference these days :narnar:)
Quote from: The Moose;286603Thanks for the server yesterday Ron. As soon as two people were on it went to eight people in about 3 mins :D
It's definitely a lot better netcode wise from what I've seen so far. Would be good if all the DMR guys gave v1.1 a bash one night.. I think those that were getting ****ed off with it would be pleasantly surprised.
I've put it up again tonight. I've just got to fiddle with the server settings for the rFactor Friday night....Lucky Dip.:) Then I'll be on. But don't wait for me, you know the admin password.
Weee, even better then :D Thanks
Quote from: Doorman;286610But don't wait for me, you know the admin password.
Actually i don't :p I remember an old one, but it's obviously changed since then.
Any chance of changing it to Falkenberg? No one else is running that combo...might attract a few more people...
Quote from: The Moose;286615Actually i don't :p I remember an old one, but it's obviously changed since then.
Any chance of changing it to Falkenberg? No one else is running that combo...might attract a few more people...
Will do...Falken
berg? You sure? :norty: Well I'll
be
blowed!
Ta :)
..getting a "server is not responding" message though........
Quote from: The Moose;286615Actually i don't :p I remember an old one, but it's obviously changed since then.
Any chance of changing it to Falkenberg? No one else is running that combo...might attract a few more people...
Now the world and his wife know the password is Falkenberg :doh:.
:getmecoat:
Quote from: Lameduck;286640Now the world and his wife know the password is Falkenberg :doh:.
:getmecoat:
They do now. :sideways: That was cleverly constructed code that was. :rolleyes:
This is like watching a great episode of the "Three Stooges":roflmao:
Hm... is there a way of importing my old driver profile from 1.03? Now there's two Einar Haugan on Jaap's ranking site..! :lmfao:
Quote from: Gnomie;288019Hm... is there a way of importing my old driver profile from 1.03? Now there's two Einar Haugan on Jaap's ranking site..! :lmfao:
Just copy the driver folder from 1.0.3. do you have anything in the license folder? If there's a .nklic file copy that as well.
Dammit, I'm such a moron. I deleted everything when I uninstalled 1.03. :doh:
Oh well, I start with blank sheets!
Anyone fancy some nKP action tonight? :norty:
Quote from: Gnomie;288026Dammit, I'm such a moron. I deleted everything when I uninstalled 1.03. :doh:
Oh well, I start with blank sheets!
Anyone fancy some nKP action tonight? :norty:
Yep. Donington F2000. Server up now (FinnglishRacing)
ok, I'll be right there. Downloading donington now!
EDIT: Superb stuff. :D The F2000 is quite different from the F1600, with loads more grip. It's going to take some time getting used to! But I feel that I'm starting to learn how far I can push it.
Roll on tomorrow night!
Not long to wait! :D
"08/31/2009 ââ,¬â€œ We have the pleasure to introduce some new screenshots related to the next release of netKar PRO v.1.1 (//www.netkar-pro.com). These images feature the exclusive FIAT 500 Abarth Assetto Corsa during a multiplayer session at Aosta Grand Prix Circuit. This addon will be included in next release of the public beta of netKar PRO v.1.1, expected by September, 4"
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(http://i31.tinypic.com/bewkz.jpg)
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Superb screens! They look FUN! :woot2:
Yeah I can't wait :woot2:
Feel good to be back after a week and a half of laying in bed with some stupid flu :sideways:
Quote from: Katsushika Matsumoto;288081Feel good to be back after a week and a half of laying in bed with some stupid flu :sideways:
Glad to hear you're better now. Hope to see you racing some nKPro very soon.
Theres a decent base setup for the v1.1 F2000 HERE (http://forum.racesimcentral.com/showpost.php?p=3993940&postcount=1) Bit twitchy at the rear in it's current state, but fast once you get to grips with it.
Can't wait to find out how the Abarth handles! Should be an interesting experience. :D
Quote from: Katsushika Matsumoto;288081Yeah I can't wait :woot2:
Feel good to be back after a week and a half of laying in bed with some stupid flu :sideways:
Did want to say "Oink" a lot? Did you grow a curly tail? Did you lust after Miss Piggy? :roflmao:
Really glad you're back from the porcine world. :D
Quote from: Doorman;288096Did you lust after Miss Piggy? :roflmao:
Don't pollute my childhood memories with your perversions! :lmfao:
Quote from: Gnomie;288095Can't wait to find out how the Abarth handles! Should be an interesting experience. :D
Hopefully like this.... It's no slouch!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dqtd0Az9aBU&feature=related
Looks stiff, the rear wheels seem to like lifting off the ground a lot :D
Quote from: The Moose;288103Looks stiff, the rear wheels seem to like lifting off the ground a lot :D
Until the setups start flying around anyway. :sideways:
Saturday it is then.........
(http://www.netkar-pro.com/%5Cimages%5Cmain.jpg)
"Will be available from next Saturday, September 5th the new version 1.1 beta "Step 2" of netKar PRO Stefano Casillo.This new release is expected particularly because, in addition to various bug fixes and enhancements, brings with it the new track of Aosta, new sound definitely improved and the spectacular 500 Abarth Assetto Corse!
Let me point out that from today and throughout the duration of the beta version of software you can buy netKar PRO with an attractive discount of 30%, only 24.90 Euro."
I had a little smile to myself when I said Friday night will be Supra night. :norty:Turned out nice again, :D
Yep, it is nice to have some bug fixes and new track, but about Abarth - I only care about OW..
EDIT: To Doorman: I thought it has been off-season in nkPro :thumb:
Quote from: Jape;288397Yep, it is nice to have some bug fixes and new track, but about Abarth - I only care about OW..
And where have you been? I look at my attendance register and see only red crosses for weeks! :lmfao: I thought it was something I said. Hauskaa tavata taas. :D
Quote from: The Moose;288374Saturday it is then.........
(http://www.netkar-pro.com/%5Cimages%5Cmain.jpg)
"Will be available from next Saturday, September 5th the new version 1.1 beta "Step 2" of netKar PRO Stefano Casillo.This new release is expected particularly because, in addition to various bug fixes and enhancements, brings with it the new track of Aosta, new sound definitely improved and the spectacular 500 Abarth Assetto Corse!
We should do an Fiat 500 exhibition race this Saturday :D
Quote from: The Moose;288083Glad to hear you're better now. Hope to see you racing some nKPro very soon.
Theres a decent base setup for the v1.1 F2000 HERE (http://forum.racesimcentral.com/showpost.php?p=3993940&postcount=1) Bit twitchy at the rear in it's current state, but fast once you get to grips with it.
Man you've turned a "easy" car to drive into a beast with that setup :lmfao:
I had some trouble with the corner exits, to much power to early :sideways:
I've also noticed that the curbs are a big No-No :roflmao:
Quote from: Katsushika Matsumoto;288458Man you've turned a "easy" car to drive into a beast with that setup :lmfao:
I had some trouble with the corner exits, to much power to early :sideways:
I've also noticed that the curbs are a big No-No :roflmao:
hehe, yeah..it's a fast but scary set. Gotta have the footwork of a ballet dancer through the slow stuff :D
Some curbs have taken on a distinctly 'iRacing in the Mazda' feel in1.1 Catch them right and they're not a problem...get em wrong and its lethal. Sticking your inside front wheel only on a curb in a corner seems to be instant death. You soon learn which ones to avoid!
Saturday is definitely Abarth day. Lets just hope it drives as good as it looks....
Quote from: Katsushika Matsumoto;288456We should do an Fiat 500 exhibition race this Saturday :D
Us and every other mother's son! :D The trick will be to find an F2000 server!
Beta 3 was released yesterday.
http://www.netkar-pro.com/download.htm