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Based on the quick searches I've done - it's still only good for Medium quality settings at a medium resolution (i.e. 1280x1024). While I'm not expecting you to be playing Crysis on the PC, these benchmarks show the low FPS rating when playing the game at medium-low settings. The ATi HD 5670 on the other hand scores much better, so I'd happily recommend that.

Default should be C:\Program Files (x86)\Atari\Test Drive Unlimited

Thanks for doing us all a favour there :p

That's Baldy You can see Diablo here :lol: Or here. [+] I've gotta say, the graphics (car models inparticular) in those pics look even better than the ones in the Beta on my PC just about. Probably because you haven't crashed yet. ;)

Oh ok - the pedals looked like they were spaced more like the G27 from another angle.

No, an 8400 GS is basically for running two monitors together, not for gaming. The first number in the nVidia model line tells you the series. The 8xxx series is about 3-4 years old now. Then there was the 9xxx series, then the 2xx, and now the 4xx series. The second number indicates how well it performs. x4xx is low-end. You'd be much better off with at least x6xx. I would recommend a 9600 card or better (i.e. 9600, 9800, 260 or higher, or 460 or higher). This, for example: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Inno-3D-1024MB-DDR2-GeForce-9800GT-DVI-VGA-HDMI-/280552698765?pt=UK_Computing_Computer_Components_Graphics_Video_TV_Cards_TW&hash=item41523e738d I might cost twice as much as the 8400GS but it's more than twice as good and will last you a while, esp if you do most of your gaming on the PS3. As far as gaming goes, the 8400 is no better than the onboard chip you already have (I've borrowed one before and it could only play TDU on the lowest settings).

Or get 7-zip for free (handles pretty much everything) http://downloads.sourceforge.net/sevenzip/7z465.exe

Did any of you guys use that Logitech G27 in the background?

That's good :D

This must be the only place where that is a good thing :lol:

Hi Scoob - can you check your PM and get back to me please :p

Very nice, but is that Photoshopped/edited?

Jazzi got to go, so you only have to be realllllllly good friends with one of the staff members. Sponge and Mellors are taken already, though :nuts: Don't even think about asking me :evil:

Being Australian, you should know to add one to the date for just about all releases in America ;)

Unofficially, you need at least 2GB. Most of the benefits from 64-bit computing come when you have the extra RAM. Remember, 32-bit Windows will only see about 3.25GB of RAM (the rest is secretly used behind the scenes). Also, many developers tend to expect more system resources for 64-bit operating systems (i.e. som eSystem Requirement pages say that you need 1GB of RAM, but you need 2GB of RAM for 64-bit). I think this is because games are still 32bit apps, and have to be emulated on Windows 64-bit. More info on the emulator here. If you're concerned about having a dual-core CPU, don't worry, as 32-bit Windows will see and use both cores. The main difference is that 32bit Windows will put ~ 50% of programs on one core, and 50% on the other. If you run Windows 64-bit most of your programs (and games) are still 32bit, so you don't get much benefit, as it works in the same way. The biggest benefit comes when you run 64-bit programs on 64-bit Windows, as the program can run on more than one core at the same time. Video editing programs, for example, are much better if they are 64-bit (even better if they support nVidia CUDA for making use of the GPU as well). /technical lesson

Because it was a secret :nuts: Which Lee spoiled :fp: :) If you were in the chatbox you would've heard the others talking about a trip to the moon instead of London. If Diablo has news that he is allowed to share he might make a new post tomorrow.

+1 for Windows 7. Home Premium would probably do you fine. If you're thinking of upgrading to 4GB of RAM then get the 64bit version, otherwise just grab the 32bit version (no price dif), Retail versions (the most expensive type) come with discs for both x86 and x64. If you find a store that sells OEM versions of Windows 7 Home Premium, you should find it pretty cheap. Retail shops usually don't have them, they're mainly found at computer specialist shops. OEM versions are cheaper because they are tied to the computer you install it on. If you sell or throw away your PC, Windows goes with it, and you have to buy it again for the next PC you get. Retail is more expensive, but you can use it on more than one computer (not at the same time, only if you sell or dispose your PC and remove Windows from it). In order to buy OEM some shops enforce the rule that you must buy hardware in the same transaction - most of these are happy for you to get an el'cheapo keyboard, mouse, set of speakers, USB stick, etc to qualify (even though what Microsoft means is that you're supposed to buy a whole computer (or the parts)).

You realise everyone paid there own way there? It was a near-last minute thing as well, and the $1400 return airfare was a bit steep. Nice to Mellors got back safe, but I haven't seen any of the other staff post here yet (haven't checked the CB). Glad you [will insert here later] the game so much, Mellors.

He's talking about TDUCk staff being @ Eden in case anyone thinks there's a new TDU2 website

wow, nice one.

The first demo I was going to make use of in years isn't on PC - that basically reinforces that Criterion treat PC users as second-class gamers, so the odds of me buying it for PC have gone back down from 75% to 45%. The only reason I'd get buy it would have to be if most of my friends got it.

Besides myself and others who have done similar (remaking actual TG reviews), no, although we have discussed similar ideas to yours but decided to wait for TDU2. I can recommend someone as the Stig (starts with D) but won't say who here in case you want to keep their identitiy a secret (besides those from the old Euro forums who know exactly who I'm talking about) :)

Let's hope the development team are as good as the marketing team :nuts:

Wow, Leadfoot beat me here. Thanks for the kudos Scoob. In my experience, the best camera cars are either: 1) The same car as the one being filmed (so the engine noise is the same) 2) A fast car with auto transmission with the sound file removed (so you don't hear your own engine. Scripts are a multi-person affair. One person comes up with an idea and posts it. Each writer then goes away and expands on it privately, and then everyone comes back in a day or two to collaborate and pick the best ideas. Google Docs is a good place for doing this. People who are filming should have near identical setups (i.e. should all be able to film at the same resolution, same FPS, using the same software (i.e. Fraps), and be competent at video editing. You're best just having one or two cameramen at the most. It just means you have to do each shot one at a time. It takes a little bit longer, but the quality is better and more consistent. You also don't have to upload/download loads of pre-edited film. If you're filming a timed SIARPC lap, film each corner one thing at a time, and then once you've filmed everything get them to do their own flying lap (not filmed) with the stopwatch out. I can help out in any role but won't dedicate myself to anything just yet since I'm shorter on time nowadays compared to when Leadfoot and I made all those SFCPD moves a few years ago. I still have one that I haven't finished from earlier this year. I'm happy to be an admin if you require further help/experience. If you've got any ideas, write them down somewhere. I've got a bunch of online hidden stuff for writing and devloping ideas, so if you prefer not to bother creating your own stuff, you're welcome to join that site. Leadfoot willing, you might wish to become part of 'Speed Car Productions' and we'll work on it together.

Haven't you heard of it? http://www.3m.com.au/intl/au/Brands/command/