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Exploration Pack DLC & Patch Info *Official update on TDU2.com*


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UPDATE #4 - 30th June, 2011 @ 22:04PM GMT+1

 

Official posting about the Exploration Pack for console and also the continued support of the game on the TDU2.com website.

 

News | Test Drive Unlimited 2 Official Website

 

UPDATE #3 - 24th June, 2011 @ 21:00AM GMT+1

 

As has been confirmed by tdu2.co.uk but somewhat hesitantly received by some who feel that it may be false (due "to anyone being able to create a blog"), I can state that an Atari official has confirmed that the Exploration Pack DLC is definitely coming. It hasn't been canned, cancelled, terminated or fed to the local village idiot. It is coming and hopefully very erm ....well you know.

 

It's news already known but I know how some people like to have these things confirmed so here you go; it's confirmed.

 

You may also not need to wait for those flying pigs to see official words about this either.

 

UPDATE #2 - 5th May 2011 @ 10:00AM GMT

 

PC Patch/Pack now available to download, start your Launchers and it will proceed to download it; 800Mb+ file.

Wait for confirmation before downloading as there is an error around 50%.

Patch/Pack appears fine now. If you do get an error though then try this suggestion found by members of TDU2.com forum.

 

UPDATE #1 - 5th May 2011 @ 01:55AM GMT

 

Destra just posted this exciting bit of info over at the official forums so get ready PC folk because it is coming to you guys within the next 24 hours. :D

 

Source: [PC] DLC1/Exploration Pack Maintenance - Test Drive Unlimited 2 Forums

 

The latest news regarding the Exploration Pack is in! The PC version is scheduled to go live within the next 24 hours. Console versions are complete and will be live very soon – stay tuned for details on the final timing.

As a heads up, the final update contains a few more bug fixes and gameplay improvements than the original announcement highlighted. For the latest info on all the changes coming with DLC1, please see the full list below:

 

Exploration Pack (Free DLC1):

 

New content

 

  • 20 new events
  • 2 new events types
  • Extreme convoy: one mistake and the mission is over
  • Timed convoy: it is a convoy mission…but with a timer!
  • Each completed event gives access to a new wreck
  • 20 new wrecks give 2 new cars (10 wrecks = 1 car):
  • Lancia Stratos version Rallye
  • Dodge charger 1969
  • 3 new discovery levels
  • 1 new set of clothes (explorer) Male/Female
  • 2 new MP Races (Specifically for the Lancia Stratos version Rallye)
  • 3D on PC & PS3
  • TV Media: Help Channel (to explain new features and content)

 

The update includes the following Gameplay improvements:

 

  • Players can sell their cars in the used car dealer (including cars won in duels)
  • Effect of collisions with rocks and trees is now less severe
  • Instant challenges have been tweaked to exclude very short or very long races
  • Cruising as a passenger now unlocks roads
  • Lower car-road impact sounds
  • New restrictions on MP races (to stop the prevalence of top end cars in all races)
  • Session lost messages are now more descriptive
  • Koenigsegg CCXR performance tweaked to be competitive with Bugatti Veyrons
  • Y axis inversion option added
  • Additional race restrictions added to avoid Bugattis having complete dominance
  • Lobby: Club cars are now allowed in multiplayer and solo modes
  • We scrutinize savegames for specific hacks and take measures when they are detected
  • Nat info text displayed on the Start screen if a potential network configuration problem is detected
  • Lobby: « With/Without collisions » info added
  • Lobby: « Inner club » & « club vs club » info icons added
  • Players can now cancel on the search games loading screen
  • [PC] Chat window moved and positioned according to the game mode
  • [PS3] Mike & Voice IP options added
  • [X360] It is now impossible to join a ranked match once it has started
  • [X360] Rich presence is now more descriptive, based upon what players are doing in the game

 

The update includes fixes for the following documented bugs:

 

  • Cars can be launched into the air by glitches in the road
  • Cars can end up in the sky if the player goes to the map while their car is falling
  • Possible to get through walls/scenery by going in and out of map mode
  • Unable to enter sessions with a co-driver
  • Cars sometimes turn invisible
  • Unable to start a multiplayer race with the Caterham Superlight R500
  • Unable to play club races with club cars
  • The Final Cup can be repeated to earn the grand prize an unlimited number of times
  • Missing car door interior when switching to some low-res models
  • Stickers not appearing when in a friend’s garage
  • Invisible avatars immediately after a club upgrade
  • Hawaii - collision problem on the “Hydro House”
  • Collisions problems in many sectors
  • Infinite loading in sticker shop when no more storage space is available
  • Crash when loading a photo in MyTDUHouse
  • Crash at the end of chase mode online
  • Crash at end of a duel
  • Crashes in chase mode & freeride
  • Crash when exiting a championship challenge
  • Other random crashes
  • Sticker shop: Matt paint available twice, replacing metallic as an option
  • Mylife Info : Incorrect number for clothes (collector box) & road unlocked (cruising box)
  • Pause menu: MyLife and Player info incorrect for levels higher than 60
  • Gameplay icons not removed when you press start on the results screen
  • Wrecks: Instant Challenge invites still active when opening wrecks popup
  • Map : Players sometimes displayed at the top-west corner of the map, in the sea
  • News: Not possible to delete news items
  • Club member list not updated when the president fires someone (members not notified)
  • Disappearing GPS road sections on Hawaii
  • Logitech on-wheel LED not accurately representing RPM and engine danger zone
  • Unable to sell pre order and DLC cars in game
  • [PS3] Logitech wheel issues
  • [PS3] Possible to get stuck in an invalid session
  • [PS3] The Ranked Matches search results not correct
  • [X360] Problems caused by changing devices
  • [X360] Players can get kicked out of sessions for no reason
  • [X360] Crash when selecting a challenge icon very quickly on the map
  • Casino: Rankings not appearing correctly
  • Casino: Roulette exploit
  • Casino: Crash on slot machines when another player wins a jackpot and leaves the room
  • Casino: Crash at level 10 cut-scene
  • Casino: Crash when you use back on track at the entrance to the Casino in Hawaii
  • Casino: Changing profile when you win a car makes it impossible to win or purchase cars

 

Both Legends look great and the Charger has some presence!

 

 

Enjoy.

 

Screenshots | Test Drive Unlimited 2 Official Website

 

BIG UPDATE!!

The Next Patch is Almost Here!

 

The first big content update for TDU2 is almost here!

 

DLC1, also known as "The Exploration Pack" is almost out the door! This update includes some great features that the community has been asking for.

 

Got a Pink Mustang you'd like to sell? If so, you're in luck, because we're looking to buy. That's right - the next patch includes the ability to sell your reward cars!

 

How about getting your hands on a classy new ride, or a sleek, off-road beast? Two new cars have been added: The all-terrain Lancia Stratos "Rallye" and the classic 1969 Dodge Charger. Find all 20 new wreck locations in Ibiza and Oahu to unlock these cars!

 

For those who have been missing Roulette on the consoles, it's coming back! We've resolved the issue that needed to be resolved, and will be ready to start taking your bets again soon!

 

There's also a wealth of new missions. Twenty of them, but that's not all! Included with these new missions are two brand-new game modes: Extreme Convoy, and Timed Convoy.

 

As a reminder, this entire update is free! It's a way to say thanks to our loyal members who have shown their dedication and support for the Test Drive Unlimited series. The update should be available soon – keep an eye on our forums for the latest news from the development team!

 

And what about bikes? They're definitely coming in a separate update further down the road. If you're looking for a teaser, see if you can find the new bike shops on the map. If that doesn't satisfy your curiosity, check your favorite car dealerships for a sneak peek at some of the upcoming DLC cars!

 

FREE DLC1: The Exploration Pack - Release Notes

 

Features

20 new missions

2 new mission types: Extreme Convoy and Timed Convoy

20 new wrecks to find which give you access to 2 new exclusive cars: Lancia Stratos version Rallye and Dodge charger 1969

3 additional Discovery levels

2 new Multiplayer Races for the Lancia Stratos

DLC: Help channel in TDU media

3D display mode (PS3/PC)

Bikes dealer, Auction hall, clothes shop are in “under construction” mode

DLC2 Car dealers are present but not activated

 

Enhancements

Ability to sell duel cars

Co-driving unlocks roads for the passenger

Increased rewards in multi challenges and car restrictions

PC Chat: Updated colors and position

Free ride players’ names updated: lighter display

PC : Edit profile (resolves incompatibility Atari.com account changes)

 

Bug fixes

Fixes for instant challenges (off-road)

Impact sound after jump

Fixes for casino roulette exploits

Fix for Casino Level 10 cut scene crash

Properly initialize club cars in lobby list (to play club races with club cars)

IP Voice menu management on PS3 (enables the player to turn off IP Voice)

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The charger looks better then I imagined it would.

...but the Stratos looks alot worse. Hopefull thats just because of the stupid white paint job and poor camera angles.

 

Not looking forward to hunting them down though... unless we can organise a hunt cruise at some point!? :D

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Official announcement:

The Next Patch is Almost Here!

 

The first big content update for TDU2 is almost here!

 

DLC1, also known as "The Exploration Pack" is almost out the door! This update includes some great features that the community has been asking for.

 

Got a Pink Mustang you'd like to sell? If so, you're in luck, because we're looking to buy. That's right - the next patch includes the ability to sell your reward cars!

 

How about getting your hands on a classy new ride, or a sleek, off-road beast? Two new cars have been added: The all-terrain Lancia Stratos "Rallye" and the classic 1969 Dodge Charger. Find all 20 new wreck locations in Ibiza and Oahu to unlock these cars!

 

For those who have been missing Roulette on the consoles, it's coming back! We've resolved the issue that needed to be resolved, and will be ready to start taking your bets again soon!

 

There's also a wealth of new missions. Twenty of them, but that's not all! Included with these new missions are two brand-new game modes: Extreme Convoy, and Timed Convoy.

 

As a reminder, this entire update is free! It's a way to say thanks to our loyal members who have shown their dedication and support for the Test Drive Unlimited series. The update should be available soon – keep an eye on our forums for the latest news from the development team!

 

And what about bikes? They're definitely coming in a separate update further down the road. If you're looking for a teaser, see if you can find the new bike shops on the map. If that doesn't satisfy your curiosity, check your favorite car dealerships for a sneak peek at some of the upcoming DLC cars!

 

FREE DLC1: The Exploration Pack - Release Notes

 

Features

20 new missions

2 new mission types: Extreme Convoy and Timed Convoy

20 new wrecks to find which give you access to 2 new exclusive cars: Lancia Stratos version Rallye and Dodge charger 1969

3 additional Discovery levels

2 new Multiplayer Races for the Lancia Stratos

DLC: Help channel in TDU media

3D display mode (PS3/PC)

Bikes dealer, Auction hall, clothes shop are in “under construction” mode

DLC2 Car dealers are present but not activated

 

Enhancements

Ability to sell duel cars

Co-driving unlocks roads for the passenger

Increased rewards in multi challenges and car restrictions

PC Chat: Updated colors and position

Free ride players’ names updated: lighter display

PC : Edit profile (resolves incompatibility Atari.com account changes)

 

Bug fixes

Fixes for instant challenges (off-road)

Impact sound after jump

Fixes for casino roulette exploits

Fix for Casino Level 10 cut scene crash

Properly initialize club cars in lobby list (to play club races with club cars)

IP Voice menu management on PS3 (enables the player to turn off IP Voice)

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Excellent stuff, the things people have been asking for are being added and fixed. Hopefully this will put some reassurance into people though I can hear the "what about X" minority cracking their fingers and getting ready to type. *sigh*

 

Great work Eden and Atari! Thanks a lot.

 

Added new info to first post.

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