GT5 Update 1.06

[ImUrOBGYN]

Looks like PD is keeping to their promises of an update a month. It's 301mb. It took me longer to read the update than to download. Also, those of you who play, don't forget to share any tracks or photos you've created so the rest of us can share! I happen to have a couple tracks and photos available and will be sharing a couple cars here soon, as well. Anyway, here are the new additions with the update.

 

Update Notice (1.06)

 

 

Feb 17, 2011

 

 

An update to Gran Turismo 5 has been released. The contents are as follows:

 

[Major Changes and New Features]

・Remote Racing

[Remote Races] have been added to the bottom left of the [GT Mode] - [Community] screen.

Here you can start a fully automated B-Spec race using yours and your friends' "My Drivers", and gain rewards and experience from it.

For details please see section 8-4 [Remote Races] in the [Manual] accessible from the main menu, and also the new "Remote Race" page on gran-tursimo.com, under the GT5 product information section.

 

・Remote Racing from a Web Browser

In [Remote Races], you can visit the official "gran-turismo.com" website using a web browser, and remotely control your PS3® at home. You can start races, monitor its progress and check results from the website. This is a new playing style allowing you to play Gran Turismo anywhere.

Sign in from the [GT5 My Home] button on the upper right corner of the website to get started.

 

・Using the Course Maker in Online Races

You can now use one of the "My Courses" created in [Course Maker] for your online races (in Open Lobby, My Lounge), or select themes and generate courses on the spot. (Please note you'll only be able to use My Courses created after this update).

 

・Introduction of Performance Points in Online Races

We've now introduced Performance Points (PP), a numerical index of a car's performance for online races. You can set PP restrictions in the online race regulations (in Open Lobby, My Lounge) to limit participating cars.

For details, see 6 -15 [Performance Points] in the [Manual] accessible from the main menu.

 

・Increased Rewards and Experience Online

The amount of rewards and experience gained from online racing (in Open Lobby, My Lounge) have been increased.

 

・More Event Settings in Online Races

[Auto Race Start Cycle] and [Tire Wear/Fuel Consumption] have been added to the event settings for online races (in Open Lobby, My Lounge).

 

・More Penalties for Special Events

Penalties for improper driving such as driving off course and hitting walls have been increased for the [special Events] under [GT Mode] - [GT Life].

 

・Event Rewards and Experience Adjusted

The rewards and experience gained in [License] and [special Events] in [GT Mode] - [GT Life] have been adjusted. Experience for A-Spec and B-Spec events have been increased, while rewards have been reduced back down to levels seen before the 1.05 update.

 

・Car Loan in Events

In A-Spec, B-Spec and [special Events] in [GT Mode] - [GT Life], you can now borrow cars that your Friends have set to share with friends.

For details see 6-16 [borrowing and Lending Cars] in the [Manual] accessible from the main menu.

 

・More Car Settings

Gear ratio adjustment, power limiters, and weight adjustment have been added to the settings. For details see [18. Settings Guide] in the [Manual] accessible from the main menu.

 

・Multi-Monitor Feature

From [Options] - [Hardware] - [Multi-Monitor], you can now access the multi-monitor display settings using multiple PS3™ systems.

You can now enjoy Gran Turismo 5 in a wide display environment combining multiple PS3™ systems and TV's/monitors.

For details please see the support section on gran-turismo.com.

 

[Changes and Additions to Gameplay]

- It is now possible to replay and save [2P Battle] races.

- [Controller Steering Sensitivity] has been added to [Driving Options].

- [Corner Bank Angle] has been added to the section settings in [Course Maker].

- In A-Spec events including endurance races, a confirmation prompt has been added before restarting a race from the beginning.

- In replays, B Spec and while watching races, you can now change viewing targets directly from the screen without having to use a separate window list.

- Personal BGM can now be used when voice chat is disabled in a [Lounge].

- Cars in your garage that are not registered as 'Favorites' can now be used in a [Lounge].

- When tire restriction is enabled in a Lounge regulation, only cars with tires that qualify will be displayed in the garage.

- Driver and car display selections during races will be saved.

- Karts now have [Quick Menu settings.

- You can now select multiple items in some important menu screens, such as when registering your favorite cars in your [Garage].

 

[AI Adjustment]

- Race choreography and opponent car AI controls for licence tests and A Spec events have been adjusted.

- Opponent car AI controls during B Spec races have been improved.

- The evasive maneuver of opponent cars when a players car blocks the track has been improved.

 

[Correction of Issues]

- Corrected an issue where it was possible to gain points unfairly in drift trials.

- Corrected an issue where it was not possible to view the 4th sector in the live monitor.

-Corrected an issue where the sound effects would not change when replacing the exhaust system or turbo kit.

- Corrected an issue where the save data becomes unable to load when exceeding a certain file size.

 

 

[Other Changes]

- A searchable item called [Race Type] has been added for room creation in the [Open Lobby].

- The lap times for the [X Challenge] in [special Events] have been adjusted.

- Game save speed has been optimized.

- The HDD access warning message that was displayed at game startup has been disabled for faster startup.

- Car demo backdrops during an [Auto Demo] is now displayed randomly in 4 types (Morning/Day/Night/White) as is in the　[Dealership].

- The "S-AWC" integrated four wheel drive system of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X has been adjusted.

- The [Force Feedback Strength] of the Thrustmaster T500RS can now be adjusted across a wider range.

[Linn1647545492]

Do you play online much?

[Mopar]

Gear ratio adjustments!!?? Fuck yes, let the drag room ownage begin

[OrangeDot3083]

Looks like I will need to wife to fire this up for me and update it while I am gone so I don’t have to wait when I get back.

 

The only one I still want to happen is to be able to fast forward while in B-spec. I don’t mind doing those race's but it takes FOREVER.

 

However as you pointed out I am glad that they keep making improvements.

[ImUrOBGYN]

Looks like I will need to wife to fire this up for me and update it while I am gone so I don’t have to wait when I get back.

 

The only one I still want to happen is to be able to fast forward while in B-spec. I don’t mind doing those race's but it takes FOREVER.

 

However as you pointed out I am glad that they keep making improvements.

 

I'd love that myself, though if you read, you'll see there's a whole new way to BSpec. Honestly, I haven't checked it out myself, yet. Probably will tonight or tomorrow.

[ImUrOBGYN]

Do you play online much?

 

I haven't been playing much at all as Im having to wear a f'n brace on my right arm. I can remove it to play, but I can't get more than about 3 laps in before the pain really starts screwing me.

[944s2]

Round 3 of the GT academy starts on mon at 9am... If I make top 8 out of 128 people I go to Orlando. Wish me luck.

This is also the reason for

・More Penalties for Special Events

Penalties for improper driving such as driving off course and hitting walls have been increased for the [special Events] under [GT Mode] - [GT Life].

[OrangeDot3083]

Are you talking about the web based way? I might have to give that a shot.

 

Dude best of luck!!! I would have tried out for it but if I had even made it past the first round I would have been in Iraq for the rest so it would not have mattered.

[ImUrOBGYN]

Round 3 of the GT academy starts on mon at 9am... If I make top 8 out of 128 people I go to Orlando. Wish me luck.

This is also the reason for

・More Penalties for Special Events

Penalties for improper driving such as driving off course and hitting walls have been increased for the [special Events] under [GT Mode] - [GT Life].

 

Too much damn cheating going on.

[944s2]

Too much damn cheating going on.

 

I disagree with this statement (really with the word "cheating") and heres why.

IRL yes it definitely is cheating and you would be DQ'ed for it.

 

(Also as a disclaimer I am not one to do this in games but if I felt I truly had a chance and had to do this to win I would, I would much rather see this be as real as possible and that the software would not let people cut the grass like that, etc, it seems that it would be so easy to program.)

 

But since this is just a game, (which everyone seems to forget) people are just taking advantage of what the software allows them to do in this competition. To me cheating would be altering the software or times somehow to put yourself ahead.

I know some will never see it this way but in a competition/game I will do what it takes, within the allowable rule set to win.

[ImUrOBGYN]

I disagree with this statement (really with the word "cheating") and heres why.

IRL yes it definitely is cheating and you would be DQ'ed for it.

 

(Also as a disclaimer I am not one to do this in games but if I felt I truly had a chance and had to do this to win I would, I would much rather see this be as real as possible and that the software would not let people cut the grass like that, etc, it seems that it would be so easy to program.)

 

But since this is just a game, (which everyone seems to forget) people are just taking advantage of what the software allows them to do in this competition. To me cheating would be altering the software or times somehow to put yourself ahead.

I know some will never see it this way but in a competition/game I will do what it takes, within the allowable rule set to win.

 

Now, let me tell you why I disagree. First, and this truly is the debate ender, simply by your words alone, it's apparent to all, you know this is cheating by your need to justify it.

 

As far as 'doing what it takes', etc, is not really an argument. They shouldn't have to put a wall, invisible or otherwise, for you to know what's cheating and what isn't. If this were the case, how many sports you think we would be different as we know them today? (Not counting arena football since they did technically build a wall around the play area. )

 

You understand what Im saying? Just because you can do it, doesn't mean it's ok. The majority of us are operating on more than a 2yr old's level of intelligence and are capable of knowing right from wrong. When you're in track race, you don't cut across the fucking field. Simple. No excuses, no justification. Need more proof? How about the fact they skipped round 2, now and they've reset it what, 2 or 3 times? lol

 

And remind me to watch you closely at autocross and not to bother with the cones since you're going to cut through the spaces, anyway. You know, if you're about to win.

 

Addition: Hey, Mike. What color is your Porche? I just noticed you have one and you live in Dayton. Ever been to an Ohio Supra meet in it?

[MackDaddy43]

Whats better forza 3 or gt5?

[944s2]

Now, let me tell you why I disagree. First, and this truly is the debate ender, simply by your words alone, it's apparent to all, you know this is cheating by your need to justify it.

 

As far as 'doing what it takes', etc, is not really an argument. They shouldn't have to put a wall, invisible or otherwise, for you to know what's cheating and what isn't. If this were the case, how many sports you think we would be different as we know them today? (Not counting arena football since they did technically build a wall around the play area. )

 

You understand what Im saying? Just because you can do it, doesn't mean it's ok. The majority of us are operating on more than a 2yr old's level of intelligence and are capable of knowing right from wrong. When you're in track race, you don't cut across the fucking field. Simple. No excuses, no justification. Need more proof? How about the fact they skipped round 2, now and they've reset it what, 2 or 3 times? lol

 

And remind me to watch you closely at autocross and not to bother with the cones since you're going to cut through the spaces, anyway. You know, if you're about to win.

 

Addition: Hey, Mike. What color is your Porche? I just noticed you have one and you live in Dayton. Ever been to an Ohio Supra meet in it?

 

First off its red (of course) and no I have not been to an Ohio Supra meet in it.

 

Secondly I did want to restate that I agree 100% that it's cheating in real life and no I would never do it in a real car, (hell the worst I did was 2 wheels off in round 1, didn't cut any grass in round 2) but since this is a game and if I have a shot to get ahead by staying within the guidelines of the rules of the game I am going to do it to be a professional race car driver. Either way my chances of making top 8 or even top 16 are a long shot.

[Draco-REX]

Whats better forza 3 or gt5?

 

Forza 3. GT5 is still fun, but Forza is definitely better.

 

Too bad MS is going to just hand the best sim racer title to Polyphony Digital with Forza 4. Oh well.

[ImUrOBGYN]

Whats better forza 3 or gt5?

Troll. lol I dunno. Apples and oranges. However, given a choice from here on out into the future? GT5 without a doubt.

 

First off its red (of course) and no I have not been to an Ohio Supra meet in it.

 

Secondly I did want to restate that I agree 100% that it's cheating in real life and no I would never do it in a real car, (hell the worst I did was 2 wheels off in round 1, didn't cut any grass in round 2) but since this is a game and if I have a shot to get ahead by staying within the guidelines of the rules of the game I am going to do it to be a professional race car driver. Either way my chances of making top 8 or even top 16 are a long shot.

Ha, funny thing is the guy I know in Dayton (well, I've met him thru a friend) has red Porsche, too. It's setup for autocross/track work and he lead a group of us on a run one year. I was the one generally behind him that trip. Guess it wasn't you, however. This was a few years back.

 

And ok, I take back the part about keeping an eye on you.

Forza 3. GT5 is still fun, but Forza is definitely better.

 

Too bad MS is going to just hand the best sim racer title to Polyphony Digital with Forza 4. Oh well.

Why do you think they'll screw it up? Admittedly, I haven't really kept up with what all they have planned for Forza 4.

[Draco-REX]

Why do you think they'll screw it up? Admittedly, I haven't really kept up with what all they have planned for Forza 4.

 

They have stopped making their force feedback wheel and either won't license anyone else, or are asking too much for the license. So there are no good wheels for the 360 any more. That's pretty much all the nails in the coffin. My wheel is acting up and I can't get a replacement for it now. So when it completely dies, I will pretty much have to write off my 360 for all driving games.

 

The other thing is that it's looking pretty good that Forza 4 will be a Kinect title. To give you an idea of how bad that is, grip an imaginary steringwheel in front of you. Now hold your arms out like that with nothing to support them for an hour or two. Also, no return-to-center. It'll be like trying to race with the Power Glove.

 

The future of racing games on the 360 is bleak for people who enjoy sims. Controller racing will still be here, but it lacks a lot of the finesse you get with a wheel and pedals.

 

Speaking of sims, I need to sign up for iRacer and give it a try.

[944s2]

Speaking of sims, I need to sign up for iRacer and give it a try.

 

Oh man I have heard that is awesome, although I just can't justify the cost per month and the cost of constantly buying more cars and tracks. It needs to come down in price more.

About the Porsche, I used to lead some backroad runs back in the SRDU days and your car does look familiar. I also might know the other guy your talking about his sn used to be Fishey?

[Draco-REX]

Oh man I have heard that is awesome, although I just can't justify the cost per month and the cost of constantly buying more cars and tracks. It needs to come down in price more.

The reason they did this was so that you only had to get the tracks and cars you want. If you're only interested in formula ford, or whatever, you can just buy the cars you need and the tracks you want to race on. iRacing isn't like GT5 where you try to get all the tracks and cars. It's a hardcore sim. Their target audience is a bit more focused.

[frenchy chan]

it's super easy to blow hundreds on iracing...we only had it for a few months, but my husband had probably spent like $200 if not more on the game...

 

he said there are still "cheaters" or people who don't play fair, so he decided to just stick to gt. We loved being able to drive miatas on mid ohio, but we didn't play it enough to justify the cost

[944s2]

The reason they did this was so that you only had to get the tracks and cars you want. If you're only interested in formula ford, or whatever, you can just buy the cars you need and the tracks you want to race on. iRacing isn't like GT5 where you try to get all the tracks and cars. It's a hardcore sim. Their target audience is a bit more focused.

 

Oh I realize this, if you saw my $600+ racing setup, not including the 56" tv and sound set up (I am not bragging just trying to prove a point as to my dedication to having proper simulation equipment for a GAME lol ) you would see I am totally into the sim aspect. But as Frenchy said above you can easily drop a couple hundred in a few months, although the online play is way better than GTR, Race On, etc. I actually go to the Iracing site once every few months to see what new stuff they have and have basically read the website from front to back trying to talk myself into signing up lol.

I mostly place PC based sims and don't consider GT5 as much of a racing sim as I do a driving educator, (license test.) It does simulate the feeling of many different cars though.

Also in Race On and GTR Evo I have over 50+ real world tracks including Mid OH and Nelson Ledges, the old Cleveland Indy track on the lake, VIR and many many more. Along with hundreds of real world RACE cars.

 

This is what I plan to have in the future... the wheel looks great but I want a real shifter and hydraulic clutch. http://www.frex.com/gp/

[ImUrOBGYN]

Oh man I have heard that is awesome, although I just can't justify the cost per month and the cost of constantly buying more cars and tracks. It needs to come down in price more.

About the Porsche, I used to lead some backroad runs back in the SRDU days and your car does look familiar. I also might know the other guy your talking about his sn used to be Fishey?

 

This would've been a few years back. I believe the run we went on was just south of Dayton. I have no idea what his sn was. He was friends with someone else I knew from OSupras and pretty much came along to lead the backroad cruise. I had actually wanted to stay near the rear since at the time my shocks/springs were bone stock and failing and I had the 2 biggest guys at the meet in there. lol Suprised alot of people that day pulling that beasty thru the corners as I did. lol

[944s2]

This would've been a few years back. I believe the run we went on was just south of Dayton. I have no idea what his sn was. He was friends with someone else I knew from OSupras and pretty much came along to lead the backroad cruise. I had actually wanted to stay near the rear since at the time my shocks/springs were bone stock and failing and I had the 2 biggest guys at the meet in there. lol Suprised alot of people that day pulling that beasty thru the corners as I did. lol

 

Do you remember any other cars that went along, or your other friend from OSupras, what car did he have?