Released Nürburgring Nordschleife PBR Update

Discussion in 'News & Notifications' started by Christopher Elliott, Oct 21, 2020.

  1. davehenrie

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    saw it. Still wanted to know, clearing those two folders will ensure no mixing of old and new. Since it is both a PBR implementation AND optimization, I would expect some detail to be lost. But as far as the graphic look, I am sure some folks won't like it. It's been that way since before ISI decided to improve SCGT and call it F1 something something. Some one is going come on and add there is too much blue, or the grass, it is our nature. Getting the old version back? Don't think it's possible.
     
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    Making a comparison using the same TOD might actually give you a better impression. I haven't tested the update yet but I am not sure if people really need all those shadow casters while performance has allways been a pretty critical issue at this track for alot of people. There might be another update for the shadow system down the line wich might bring fixes for the shorter draw distances.
     
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    it's the same, do it yourself and compare, it's a downgrade
     
  4. Lazza

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    You sure? The shadows are shorter.
     
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    tha'ts I say, they have reduced massively the shadows and it's a flashy green, sad
     
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    The sky looks completely different aswell. Thatswhy I really wonder if you used the same TOD setting.
     
  7. AlexHeuskat

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    yes, there are no more shadows like before, it's massively reduced, I have tried to change the TOD and no, it's reduced ....(I play at 4K ultra)
     
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    A whole different part of the post is on the track. It really looks like the sun is higher, which would also mean less shadowing on the track.
     
  9. AlexHeuskat

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    try yourself, the shadows are massively reduced, and the green is flashy, can't say more
     
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    I've tried it nice and early in the morning and the shadows look great and plentyfull like the old verison. Try 6:30am.

    Agree about the grass though - I much prefer the darker shade of the old version.
     
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    Actually the two pictures are in slightly different positions, so it's not a good comparison. There may well be a reduction in shadows, but those shots aren't really conclusive.
     
  12. AlexHeuskat

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    dont worry I have and old Nurb version backup :) I will compare with better screenshots, wait
     
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    That would be best, yeah. I've only done 1 lap on the DLC so I can't judge any changes, and I wouldn't trust the opinion of someone who's done 1000 laps either - needs to be based in fact. So direct comparison screenshots are good.

    Obviously though there could be some shadow adjustments as part of optimization, plus some objects might move or be placed/removed unrelated to anything else, so all changes aren't necessarily bad ones.

    On another note, I'd like to see a real photo that looks like the picture in the first post in this thread. Just doesn't look lifelike to me. But this is probably more about overall engine balance rather than the track update.
     
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    Well this was the update that finally convinced me to go for the Nordschleiffe Endurance Pack. No regrets here, certainly. Track looks amazing and the cars are a nice bonus, as ragging it through the trees in a lively, shiny Radical is a real joy. I didn't have the previous version, so can't do the comparison that Alex is having issues with, but I can say that to me the colours don't look washed out and there are loads of tree and other shadows on the track (some areas area positively dark). Having people and buildings scattered liberally around adds to the sense of place, too. I'm getting 100fps on my 1070Ti.

    Great work S397. Hope it drives more business your way, as this track really shows how Rfactor can shine.
     
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    SETTING, 4K ULTRA
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    BEFORE
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    AFTER
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    I'm so disappointed with this update. And the framerate was better.
    I prepare more screenshots.
     
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    You dont like it dont play it

    Improvement is huge, the nords is now incredibly realistic compared to reality

    Why youre never positive?
     
  17. AlexHeuskat

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    it's a downgrade look.
     
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    BEFORE
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    If you compare the framerate, it was better before, like the graphics. The trees are poor.
     
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    It looks to me like they've scaled down and/or replaced some of the trees - hence the smaller shadows. Overall I think it's a huge improvement - the last two photo you posted especially - the new version looks miles better.
     
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    I agree, the beauty is very subjective.
    Anyway thanks for the "Fast Chicane" layout, better late than never.

    PC3.jpg
    they seem to copy Project cars 3....
     
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