TDU2.com Your FAQ's answered. + More FAQ's

camryt · August 4, 2011

They said they are happy with physics. Remember what they said they would release once they are happy with handling?

TimBud · August 4, 2011

I thought you were being sarcastic, until I read on the second line

They sound like engines though. :p

But not like the engines fitted in the cars.

me™ · August 4, 2011

Hmmm...

Nope, can't actually sum up my feelings in words.

I'll just shake my head and walk away from this train wreck. See you in TDU1!

So, yeah. I'll just leave it here too.

Eudemon · August 4, 2011

A very small number sound alright and would fit to similar engined cars but others just sound like utter crap. The V12 Astons, I mean wth and what is with their doors! lol

@Djey: Is Fabien still in contact with David?

camryt · August 4, 2011

A very small number sound alright

Mostly because those are from NFS:Shift (i.e. Pagani, McLaren, Alfa 8C and so on)

Ozzmcom · August 4, 2011

actually I was thinking that, you know how modders here nicked models or sounds from other games for tdu1 , would eden do the same thing? I kind of wouldn't be shocked about it if it was true.

Djey · August 4, 2011

@Djey: Is Fabien still in contact with David?

Nope - to be clear, Fabien has retired from videogames and after business projects now (very time consuming).

I had contact with some devs, but everytime the same answer "atari do not allow to say this or that"... like the 5 past years...

I'm not playing TDU2 anymore, and would prefer get back to mod TDU1 one million times than fighting with such an unfinished game.

TDU2 is just a Test Drive sequel, nothing more...

iLLusion · August 4, 2011

...and would prefer get back to mod TDU1...

Would love if you could have a look at TDU2 .bnk files, maybe they aren't that different from TDU. After all, file formats are the same. A lot of TDU modders, myself included, are in a dying need for TDU2 Modding Tools. We could finally get whole TDU2 thing moving once again with our custom stuff. :)

Ozzmcom · August 4, 2011

hmm actually , if the cheaters can edit the physics in a way, and obvi we all know no one does anything about it maybe we could get around that online file check

randomsox10 · August 5, 2011

its a real shame they cant focus on the real issues. probably gunna download the DLC cause its free but im very pessimistic about it. been playing a lot of Forza 3 and TDU1 lately

oshaylinux · August 5, 2011

The sum of TDU 2's FAQ...

The major point I got from that is' date='"It's nice to hear your feedback but, this is our game and we will decide if something needs to be changed, we will not be swayed by consumer opinion.[/quote']

Djey · August 5, 2011

Would love if you could have a look at TDU2 .bnk files, maybe they aren't that different from TDU. After all, file formats are the same. A lot of TDU modders, myself included, are in a dying need for TDU2 Modding Tools. We could finally get whole TDU2 thing moving once again with our custom stuff. :)

You're not the 1st person to ask but as always I'll answer that game physics are totally crap and changes over game files are not allowed, particularly with steam versions.

Moreover I won't buy TDU2PC just for modding. The point would be in getting 3D models for other games - things I can't support even if ATARI have disgusted me finally.

I have enjoyed modding TDU1 because I love the game and working with modders.

Concerning BNKs, I thought that some already achieved to open them ?! There is a forum over the web, xanax or something...

And TDU2 BNKs are the same format, with a little change in it... very light one. An option would be that next Modding Tools for TDU1 can open new BNKs too, but only that (repack is not available for TDU1 nor TDU2, anyway)

Btw don't start offtopic mode, my PM box is available so we can continue over there or in a new topic in modding zone :)

Ozzmcom · August 5, 2011

Btw don't start offtopic mode, my PM box is available so we can continue over there or in a new topic in modding zone :)

nah , I mean it's obvious the people who should care about this game don't give a toss so it's only fair the community trying to save it.

Eudemon · August 9, 2011

More FAQ's posted.

Check out the first post or see below.

Hey Guys,

Here are a couple more of your most popular FAQs answered. Again, these are realistic answers from the developers and I hope this gives you a better understanding of the future of TDU2.

Will PS3 & PC users be able to drive the C8 Aileron some time?

The C8 is an exclusive to xbox users. PS3/PC users get the Ferrari 458 Italia as their exclusive. At present there are no plans to make these vehicles cross platform.

Will there be an option to disable crashes/collisions?

Collisions can currently be disabled in multiplayer online challenges (set by the player “host”). There are currently no plans to disable collisions in other modes but we understand this is a current request and will look into the possibilities.

Can the graphics be improved? What’s the extent? Better lighting effects? shaders?

In general, PC users will be able to have more access to graphics customization(screenresolution, texture quality, 3D, etc…). The graphics for PS3 and Xbox are currently fully optimized. In the development of TDU2, we concentrated on optimizing the graphics to be some of the best out there for open world driving titles.

Will windshield wipers operate in some future update?

There a no current plans to add operating windshield wipers to TDU2.

Will Functions and cockpit lighting be improved? The light of panel for example? Can you fix the lighting in the cockpit view? (distorted by tinted windows)

We are currently looking into possible adjustments to the cockpit lighting and functionality.

I appreciate your feeback and will continue to communicate your concerns/requests/faqs to the developers and other members of the TDU2 team.

Meixy

superhyper · August 9, 2011

They're digging a deeper hole for themselves...

CarMadMike · August 9, 2011

These FAQs are being totally counter-productive, we're used to them ignoring our requests and to be fair I'd much rather it stay that way, At the moment they're acknowledging that they know what we want, but simply can't be arsed doing it.

Ryzza5 · August 9, 2011

It's all good news in those FAQs, isn't it? :lol:

Narwhal · August 9, 2011

They're digging a deeper hole for themselves...

Mhm...

ScoobSTi · August 9, 2011

How 'bout you just give us one big answer?

We are currently looking in to the possibilities of us not giving a crap about our customers.

CobraDBlade · August 10, 2011

How 'bout you just give us one big answer?

We are currently looking in to the possibilities of us not giving a crap about our customers.

Just about sums it up.

Eudemon · August 10, 2011

MadmanCK has started a very interesting and somewhat actual community focussed thread about fixes and such that are really wanted here: TDU2 Performance Patch Request - Test Drive Unlimited 2 Forums

Check it out and spread it through the other communities and let's see if we can get people and the numbers to show this is definitely something wanted. Reminder though, if you post in that thread be civil and constructive, getting the thread closed isn't going to help anyone.

Thanks.

Ryzza5 · August 17, 2011

As requested, a petition regarding TDU2 Hardcore mode physics has been created here: TDU2 Hardcore Mode Handling Physics

Your support is appreciated.

CLR-GTR · August 17, 2011

What's the use of another physics mode if the base is considered not good enough to start with? I foresee that if they actually start making an H-mode, people will be flooding the forums because cars will behave even worse...

Ryzza5 · August 17, 2011

Some people are happy with what they've got (hard to believe, I know). Hardcore mode in TDU1 was completely separate (had to reload your profile and go back to the main menu), not just quick change when paused. We just want to see how many people want the system improved, we can worry about how they do it later.

Broseph · August 17, 2011

Will PS3 & PC users be able to drive the C8 Aileron some time? The C8 is an exclusive to xbox users. PS3/PC users get the Ferrari 458 Italia as their exclusive. At present there are no plans to make these vehicles cross platform

I still think this is the biggest bs. Im a 360 player and id love to have the 458. And just cause turn 10 and licensing, Track racers are totally effin boring to me.