Simbin has released the changelog for the recently-released update for RACE07 & GTR Evolution that brings the simulations to version 1.2.0.8

The most interesting change for RACE07 owners is that all features that have been introduced with GTR Evolution & STCC – The Game are now available in RACE07.

To retrieve the patch, simply start Steam and your installation will be updated. An offline-version of the patch is not yet available.

Fixes

• Fixed stability issues in the rendering pipeline
• Fixed session timer in HUD and Garage menu
• Improved AI clutch control on launch
• Various triple head fixes
• Fixed saving of total stats
• Fixed selection of track cameras when switching viewed vehicle
• Fixed bad draw distance in free flight camera mode
• Improved behaviour of blown tyres
• Fixed blue flags raised even though they were disabled
• Fixed bad behaviour of AI cars after race finish
• Fixed bug with ghost cars generating drafting

Features

• Enabled all STCC and GTR Evolution exclusive features in RACE 07

Following the recent release of the GTR Evolution offline patch, Simbin has now released the 1.2.0.1 patch for STCC – The Game.

This patch allows all offline users to update their simulation to the latest version without using Steam, the patch includes a bunch of new features and fixes which you can find listed below.

Features:
* Added possibility to run several championships at the same time
* Moved user data folder to My Documents for Vista and non administrator support
* Updated mounting of expansion packs. Now one or more expansions can be uninstalled independently of each other.
* New track category and model select button layout
* New scroll boxes for car setup filters
* New layout of credits page
* Maximum FOV is now 150 instead of 120
* Changed upper limit of opponent skill to 110%
* New infoscreen in main menu
* Mouse over server information in lobby
* AI uses headlights in rainy weather
* Updated draw distance for most tracks

Bugfixes:
* Fixed heavy CPU usage in offline mode (reported for Windows XP x64 computers)’
* Fixed “black texture bug”, seen on track reloads
* Various championship fixes
* Various spectator mode fixes
* Multiplayer stability fixes
* Fixed bug with locking force feedback when exiting to garage
* Fixed spectator shown up as server in chat
* Fixed rain effects in 100% rain (multiplayer)
* Fixed opponent generator to not select duplicate cars
* Fixed non restarting SEAT Toledo engine
* Fixed vertical seat postion not being saved correctly
* Fixed fuel tank capacity for STCC Alfa Romeo 156 and BMW320si 6 speed sequential
* Fixed “weird force feedback feeling”-bug, happened after have had a digital control assinged to steering ( button or keyboard )
* Fixed propagation of pit menu presets from old plrfile folder to doc & settings folder

Download STCC – The Game Offline Patch 1.2.0.1 Here

Custom-8 has released their Jylandsringen track project for RACE07, GTR Evolution & STCC – The Game, bringing Denmark’s top touring car track to the Simbin simulations.

The track comes in two different layouts, a 1475m variant that was used until 2003 and the modern 2300m layout that hosts the Danish Touring Car Championships and other motorsport activities.

If you´re wondering if this track is worth to be tried, just listen to what Danish race driver Kasper Andersen has to say:

“My first impression was just WOAW, I could not put a finger on anything, it is 100% carried through down to the last details! I have to say that this track seems just a tad more thorough and accurate than any of the tracks by Simbin. It’s just superb!”

 

Download Jylandsringen 1.0 Here

A week ago, all VirtualR readers were given the chance to win a copy of Simbin’s GTR Evolution & STCC – The Game. Almost 900 readers entered the contest and most of you seemed to be very keen to tackle the Swedish Touring Car Championship as there was a high demand on the STCC copies.

Before we get to the winners, below are the correct answers to the four questions. I might have to step up the difficulty level for the next contest as most of you answered everything correctly.

One thing to keep in mind for next time: Some of you failed to include your real name and could not be included in the draw because of that – Fair is fair.

GTR Evolution

A) Audi recently announced to tackle the 2009 Nürburgring 24h race with four works-backed Audi R8 GT3 LMS.

B) BMW is represented with the most car models in GTR Evolution, including four WTCC (Extreme) cars, the Formula BMW, the BMW M3 GTR and the Z4M Coupe.

STCC – The Game

A) 23 drivers competed in the 2008 STCC season

B) Italy’s Roberto Colciago was the last non-Scandinavian driver to win the STCC title in 2002.

…and these are the randomly drawn winners:

• Rodger Davies (GTR Evolution)
• Patrick O’reilly (GTR Evolution)
• Eduard Sloot (STCC)
• Timothy Ho (STCC)

The winners will receive an email with further info shortly. Congratulations to the winners and thanks to everybody who participated.

Thanks to Simbin, VirtualR is once again able to give away copies of their latest simulations. This time, two copies each of GTR Evolution & STCC – The Game can be won.

While GTR Evolution combines powerful GT machinery with the Nürburgring Nordschleife, STCC – The Game brings you all the action of Scandinavia’s most popular touring car series.

To win one of the copies, simply answer the questions below. If you´re interested in winning both simulations, answer all four questions. If you already own one of the titles, just answer the questions about the title you want to win.

GTR Evolution

A) One car model in GTR Evolution has recently be announced to tackle the 2009 Nürburgring 24 Hour race overall-win in full works-racing fashion. Which?

B) Which brand is represented with the most car models in GTR Evolution? (Car models, not liveries!)

STCC – The Game

A) How many drivers competed in the 2008 STCC season?

B) Who was the last non-Scandinavian driver to win the STCC title and what country is he from?

You know the answers? Great, then make sure to send them to contest@virtualr.net (please include your full name and a working email-address!) until Monday March 23rd 20:00 CET. The four winners will be randomly drawn from all correct answers and announced on Tuesday.

Good luck!

Custom-8 has announced the release date for their Jyllandsringen project which will bring Denmark’s most important motor racing venue to RACE07, GTR Evolution & STCC – The Game.

The track will be released on the 27th of March and will feature two layouts, a 1475m variant that was used until 2003 and the modern 2300m layout that hosts the Danish Touring Car Championships and other motorsport activities. Plenty of previews can be found here, the two layouts can be checked out below.

 

Ingo and Manuel Staggl have released the Mercedes Benz C200 for STCC – The Game, fixing one of the few big flaws in Simbin’s Swedish touring car simulation.

Due to license issues, Simbin could not include the C200 and had to settle for a fictional car named BMS Incognito. This changes now as Ingo and Manuel have made a proper version of the Benz, including a new 3D front grill and a changed template.

The car is standalone and comes with the new template to paint your own example, a first livery is already included as you can see below.

 

Download Mercedes Benz C200 for STCC – The Game Here

If you´re enjoying Simbin’s STCC – The Game simulation, you´re most probably annoyed to have a fantasy car on the grid thanks to Mercedes Benz giving no permission to use the Mercedes C Class model.

This may change soon as solslow is working on turning the BMS Incognito into a proper S2000 Mercedes as you can see below.

 

Simbin is celebrating their fifth anniversary these days as the company emerged from being a mod team in 2003. Everybody is invited to join the celebrations with the special 555 Beast Pack.

Sim racers have the choice to either get RACE07 for the bargain price of just 5€ or the complete 555 Beast Pack including RACE, RACE07, GTR Evolution and STCC – The Game for just 55€.

The Simbin Beast Pack launches on December 24th on Steam, Direct2drive and other portals. If you haven’t tried one of the latest Simbin titles yet – This is your chance!

Here’s pleasant news for all of you that pre-ordered their copy of GTR Evolution on Steam. All GTR Evolution pre-order customers are able to download the brand new STCC – The Game simulation for free now, courtesy of Valve/Simbin.

So if you´re one of those of who pre-ordered, make sure to start Steam and join the Swedish Touring Car Championship fun. This applies only to copies bought via Steam, not boxed versions.

Scandinavian sim racers are able to enjoy Simbin’s newest STCC – The Game simulation since late September, now the rest of the sim racing world can join as Simbin has released the Steam version of the game.

STCC – The Game features all cars and tracks of the 2008 Swedish Touring Car Championship including new rules such as the Superpole and mandatory pit stops. Furthermore, STCC – The Game includes the Camaro Cup, a powerful and raw one make racing series.

The expansion pack sells for $19,99 and works with both RACE07 and GTR Evolution. If you unsure if this is for you, make sure to check out my review and screenshots.

Buy & Download STCC – The Game

Back in May, I posted a first story on jDome, a new solution to let gamers see 50% more of the gaming enviroment and help the immersion of being inside their game.

Now, jDome’s John Nilsson has sent me a new video, showing the jDome at work with Simbin’s brand new STCC – The Game simulation. Right now, jDome is still in prototype status and is expected to hit the mass market next year.

Less than two months after the release of GTR Evolution, Simbin has released another RACE07 Expansion/Full Game that brings us the Swedish Touring Car Championship. Is the STCC Game just a simple content pack or another refinement of the RACE07 series? Read the review to find out!

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Without taking too much away from my STCC – The Game review, most of you are aware of the fact that Simbin had to include a fictional car in the simulation as Mercedes gave no permission to use their car’s appearance.

There’s no stopping the community though as Klurax has already started converting the car to a full Mercedes Benz C200 as you can see below.