sweet racing game any suggestions?

[zombieshark6666]

All I've heard is that the PS3 version looks and plays like shit compared to F1 2010.

It was. It was utter pish on launch, and it's still not the prettiest racer in the world. Now, I personally thought it improved after the patches. Some disagree. There are a couple of hundred pages of forum rage about this over at the CM forums but my opinion, at the end of the day, is that the game is actually pretty good now. Far from perfect, but I've actually had a ton of fun with it.

Probably helps to be an F1 fan to get so into it though. If you aren't an F1 fan then you might want to look elsewhere.

The racing is actually really good at the higher levels, but it helps to have a basic understanding of how Formula 1 racing actually works as the game doesn't give you much help. It assumes it's being played by people who know how to sort out the loose rear end on an F1 car, or who know how to work a tyre strategy up for a weekend of performance tests on the Friday, and Grand Prix racing on the Saturday and Sunday. If you are now wondering what the fuck I just said, then you might get pissed off real quick at this game.

If you want a good, honest challenge that will last you ages though, then it's definitely a contender.

It's good to hear, but after F1 2010 on the 360, I don't feel like supporting them anymore. The game was just as frustrating as it was brilliant, and I didn't like their attitude. I would still pick up F1 2009 on the PSP if I see it at a reasonable price, though (saw it at 40$ used today).

Maybe he'd like F1 CE, looks like a nice game too. You guys have so much choice on PS3!

 

[octafish]

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Anyway OP the most sim like offering I can think of is F1 2011, a definite improvement on 2010, its price (on PC anyway) drops dramatically after release because it is such a niche title. If you like some realism and shaving thousandths of a second off you lap then F1 2011 may be for you.

All I've heard is that the PS3 version looks and plays like shit compared to F1 2010.

Ahhh the problems of recommending cross platform games when you've only played on one of the platforms. Well F1 2010 was still pretty good, so maybe that is a possibility. Not without its problems but still enjoyable. Should be even cheaper too.

 

[Antari]

I'd suggest Forza 4 for shear realism, it even beats out GT5 a bit. But GT5 has a much larger garage of cars to choose from so its a bit of a toss up.

 

[V8 Ninja]

Get Burnout 3.

Yes, the game isn't a realistic game. Still get Burnout 3.

Yes, the game is technically not for the PS3. Acquire Burnout 3 at all costs. YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT.

 

[Wintermoot]

I played a bit of NFS Carbon if you can get over the Riceiness it,s a fun game.
my only bog complaint is that all the characters are douches.
also no offense but have you considered typing out the entire word? typing in SMS speak makes you look immature.

 

[zombieshark6666]

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Anyway OP the most sim like offering I can think of is F1 2011, a definite improvement on 2010, its price (on PC anyway) drops dramatically after release because it is such a niche title. If you like some realism and shaving thousandths of a second off you lap then F1 2011 may be for you.

All I've heard is that the PS3 version looks and plays like shit compared to F1 2010.

Ahhh the problems of recommending cross platform games when you've only played on one of the platforms. Well F1 2010 was still pretty good, so maybe that is a possibility. Not without its problems but still enjoyable. Should be even cheaper too.

20$ less but without India and Nurb, though. Good thing is: no DRS and KERS! It's strange how they could mess it up so bad, it's almost the same game.

 

[thom_cat_]

Slightly unrelated because of the platform difference, but for anyone interested Nitronic Rush is a free PC "racing game" that's quite insane and extremely fun. Also has a sweet soundtrack: http://nitronic-rush.com/

 

[Kitten DeLux]

Serious
PS3 GT5
360 Forza 4
Fun
Wii Mario kart
PS3 id go for burn out or the latest NFS

 

[srm79]

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Anyway OP the most sim like offering I can think of is F1 2011, a definite improvement on 2010, its price (on PC anyway) drops dramatically after release because it is such a niche title. If you like some realism and shaving thousandths of a second off you lap then F1 2011 may be for you.

All I've heard is that the PS3 version looks and plays like shit compared to F1 2010.

Ahhh the problems of recommending cross platform games when you've only played on one of the platforms. Well F1 2010 was still pretty good, so maybe that is a possibility. Not without its problems but still enjoyable. Should be even cheaper too.

20$ less but without India and Nurb, though. Good thing is: no DRS and KERS! It's strange how they could mess it up so bad, it's almost the same game.

I thought DRS and KERS were pretty good additions. Sure, the DRS zones are wrong in the last 3 or 4 circuits, but as those races weren't held until post-release and the FIA were not announcing the DRS zone until the weekend of the race you can't really blame them for having to make a "best guess". I thought the F1 2011 gameplay was nowhere near as bad though. The AI doesn't make as blatant use of rubber-banding and the handling has been revamped. Turn off the driver assists and it's chalk and cheese with 2010.

 

[TheRightToArmBears]

Pick up Dirt 1, 2 and 3. They're all pretty great, although I think the first one is the best. I think Grid is the non-rallying equivalent (same engine and things), but I've not played it.

 

[zombieshark6666]

I thought DRS and KERS were pretty good additions. Sure, the DRS zones are wrong in the last 3 or 4 circuits, but as those races weren't held until post-release and the FIA were not announcing the DRS zone until the weekend of the race you can't really blame them for having to make a "best guess". I thought the F1 2011 gameplay was nowhere near as bad though. The AI doesn't make as blatant use of rubber-banding and the handling has been revamped. Turn off the driver assists and it's chalk and cheese with 2010.

I know they had to put it in the game and they did what they could, I just don't like the little electronic tricks in racing. I'd rather stick to F1 2010. I also doubt the handling is that much better, but maybe I'll try it sometime.

 

[srm79]

I know they had to put it in the game and they did what they could, I just don't like the little electronic tricks in racing. I'd rather stick to F1 2010. I also doubt the handling is that much better, but maybe I'll try it sometime.

Ah, I'm right with you there, Brother! I'm not a big fan of driver aids either, but as far as CodeMasters are concerned, they had to put it in as part of the license.

2010 v 2011 handling - I wouldn't say it's "better", it's just different. I feel more like there is a connection between my control inputs and what my virtual car does as opposed to last year when I always thought it felt a bit "floaty-light". Sorry, I just can't describe it better than that! Oh, they sorted out the "tap the brakes to stop a spin" bullshit too.

 

[gideonkain]

If you have a Racing Wheel, Burnout Paradise is easily the best driving game ever.

 

[Grimfolse]

Man, I used to really be into racing games back when I played a lot of N64 and PS2 games. I don't think I have much in the way of more modern ones.

I guess on the off chance your PS3 is one of the backwards-compatible ones you could try picking up a copy of Jak X: Combat Racing. Pretty tough, but I had a lot of fun with it.

As for more modern driving games, I did have plenty of fun when I briefly played Driver: San Francisco.