If you ever played Papyrus’ seminal Grand Prix Legends then you’ve read his name. Rich began working as a tester on NASCAR Racing (1994) and was with Papyrus at the end. In this interview, published in 2022, we discuss his time at the legendary studio and the design of Grand Prix Legends, including initial feelings of hurt at not being asked to join iRacing.
As a direct ancestor of iRacing, the ‘Grand Prix Legends engine’ had multiple stock car racing false starts, before eventually releasing as NASCAR Racing 4. The original NASCAR 3, cancelled and replaced by one that used NASCAR 2’s engine, is barely remembered.
Last week Fanatec listed a new F1 wheel rim compatible with PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and PC platforms in a bundle with the previously released ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base. The combination, including the rim, is listed for 1,299.95 Euros / $1,299.95 USD.
Fanatec trailer:
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Their text:
Feel the precision of Formula 1® with every lap you take.
The ClubSport Racing Wheel F1® combines an advanced Formula Steering Wheel with a unique blue forged carbon finish and the 15 Nm ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base to deliver consistent torque performance and detailed force feedback. Our partnership with Sony Interactive Entertainment means that the ClubSport Racing Wheel F1® works seamlessly with all PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 systems.DESIGNED FOR F1® SIM RACING.
Officially licensed by Formula 1®, the iconic 270 mm ClubSport Formula wheel features a stunning blue forged carbon finish with perforated leather grips. Programmable RGB RevLEDs can show motor RPM and optimal shifting point, and the two RGB FlagLEDs that can be triggered by telemetry, such as tyre slip, fuel level, or warning flags.INTUITIVE INPUTS.
The CNC-machined aluminium magnetic shifters have an authentic feel, with a positive and satisfying click. The wheel is packed with 11 buttons, 12-way multi-position switches, thumb encoders, toggle switches – all laid out ergonomically so you can quickly train your muscle memory. Fine-tune the force feedback while you drive using the OLED display and Tuning Menu.The most advanced Direct Drive system officially licensed for PlayStation®5.
The combination of PlayStation®5 console performance with FANATEC® Direct Drive technology delivers responsive and incredibly dynamic force feedback. Of course, the ClubSport DD+ Wheel Base works on PC too.SMOOTH OPERATOR.
By splitting the rotor into offset segments, cogging torque is naturally reduced. Combined with our patented FluxBarrier technology which increases efficiency and smoothness, the result is crystal-clear force feedback information in every driving situation.CONSISTENT TORQUE, LAP AFTER LAP.
Engineered to meet strict cooling requirements, the ClubSport DD+ is the most thermally stable Wheel Base in its class, so you can have absolute confidence that the torque output and force feedback will remain consistent, no matter how long you drive.Lightning fast acceleration.
The speed of the ClubSport DD+ servo motor allows us to fine-tune its behaviour with more accuracy than any previous Fanatec Wheel Base. This means your steering wheel can feel very active, clearly communicating the smallest details, while also feeling perfectly stable, and resistant to unwanted oscillation.FULLFORCE: FORCE FEEDBACK 2.0 FOR DIRECT DRIVE.
The existing force feedback protocol was designed for gear and belt-driven devices – the only hardware available at the time. FullForce is a new force feedback protocol tailored specifically for FANATEC® Direct Drive. Leveraging the instantaneous response and zero backlash of direct drive technology, FullForce generates high-frequency vibrations for a new level of immersive effects. Feel the engine revs, and details of the road surface like never before. Only FullForce gives you the full experience of driving a race car.PRECISION RESPONSE.
Class-leading slew rate performance combined with the powerful processor makes every motor reaction incredibly fast and dynamic, while remaining perfectly stable. This behaviour lends itself to traditional force feedback signals as well as enhanced FullForce signals (in supported games).
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