Automobilista 2 - Formula 1 in VR Can't Be Beat

[@bullshark1152]

VR is the way for cockpit games.

[@Logan912]

It makes a huge difference in Visual Pinball too. Depth perception helps a lot.

[@realgun666]

Love tin tops but open wheelers in VR are amazing. I would swear when the sun is in my face it gets warmer it's that immersive lol. From Pole position to this in my lifetime blows my mind.

[@andrelip1]

Honestly, going from F1 2020 to experiencing VR in GT7 blew my mind. It felt just like the first time I tried Mario 64 after being used to 2D games.

[@sampathrajapakse]

tbf, not knowing how many laps left was a problem for the drivers of this era too lol... so the immersion is spot on

[@boijorzee]

VR sim racing is awesome. Been at it since the CV1, then the index and now a Quest 3. Visual clarity has improved massively. There still is room for improvement and you do need a beefy PC to get the most out of the modern headsets. But as an experience it is unmatched, I still get giddy every time I do a session.

[@BOBOTHEBANDIT]

This is my favourite f1 car in simracing. Ot feels fantastic now so imagine how good it will be with the 1.6 update. Great video mate 👍

[@shaun4298]

I just love the force feedback of this game. The Ai is pretty fun to race against too. Easily my favorite sim.

[@miker0n327]

Happy to see you're putting that new demo VR headset to use! I race exclusively in VR. AC and AMS2 are both excellent. Love the videos! Thanks for keeping on!

[@CaptainPeanut]

Once you try VR there is no going back

[@michaeldolan6415]

Absolutely not

[@VirtualRyders]

Exactly!!!! Tripples doesn't have that depth.

[@JustMamba]

Vr is really good to learn new tracks and to perfect braking points because of the depth of field, but I still prefer my triples for long races. Quality is great, though, on both, at least on my rig. I think I'd play vr more if I didn't live in such a hot and humid area.

[@andrelip1]

The just need to improve the fov and refresh rate.

[@PebelWasTaken]

Vr is too tiring for me. I own a quest 3 and it's just too hot and heavy. I play vr for immersion especially in rally since judging distance is more important when you don't know the stage. But for anything longer than 20 mins I'm gonna go for my 4k 70 inch setup.

[@counterdebate]

No VR No Buy 😎

[@tonygee3284]

AMS2 in VR is heaven.

[@luciomedina77]

Welcome back to VR!!

[@GregzVR]

Crew Chief comes up clutch, with regards to race/session information.

[@SimRacing604]

@@GregzVR 100%. I need to get on that!

[@JustMamba]

Yea vr is the only place I actually use my mic for crew chief. A whole new level of immersion

[@OldManPlaysDrivingSims]

You are smitten with VR! 😂❤️👍🏻🏁

[@SingleRacerSVR]

So glad your back in the world of VR, Mike. I am still rocking my CV1, and still enjoy it.... I did click on your affiliate link, but it appears that your new VR Headset will not ship to Australia just yet ; ((( But you know your most hated saying "No VR, No Buy"...... Well all I can say is thank goodness when it comes to actual Sim-Racing Channels, that the expression isn't "No VR, No Watch", hahahaha. Glad to hear your so happy with your new VR Headset, Mr SimRacing604. [;]-)

[@jcoulter43]

That was amazing! Enjoy your summer break. God bless and race on 🏁

[@pterfloth]

Greetings from the Island! I love AMS2 in VR. Good AI and you don’t have to fuss too much, just hop in and have fun.

[@jamesleegte]

Glad to see you are in love with VR! Give Dirt Rally 2.0 a go in vr, it’s amazing! EA WRC is also incredible in VR but the visuals are really poo unfortunately, but definitely worth trying.

[@justinmiller8993]

I love ams2 in vr, you can put a straw in your beer but drinking tea/coffee is dangerous 😂

[@Maartwo]

When it comes to racing in VR no sim does it better than AMS2. The AI is decent and you can have amazing moments. I remember sweating my ass off fighting for a P7 in Road America with the GTEs, going door to door with a Porsche for 3 laps straight.

[@OldManPlaysDrivingSims]

Try 60’s F1 cars at old Spa or Nords.

[@jamesb1969b]

Oh wow! I have this game and have never even played it! Looks awesome! Going to install now.

[@safetysqu1nts]

I only run in VR because it was cheaper than triples. The 91' F1 cars in AMS2 are some of my favorite to drive.

[@ajaopify]

Don’t know if you’ve tried AC with your new headset but it’s my go to for VR. I’m using the Q3. Nice race.

[@nativerezmedia]

Yeah, between this and AC I'm held down until AC evo comes out. I've tried ACC and it's just not there in vr.

[@ajaopify]

@@nativerezmedia I know what you mean.

[@CB_883]

I prefer AC too. Better ffb and on the edge driving than AMS2 and it almost looks as good as AMS2 in VR at least on my setup

[@Deeptronic1990]

Wow that looks great. I didn‘t even hear about the headset you are using. How many FPS can you gain while driving? I am using a Pico 4 but can only run it at max 45FPS with a RTX3090. Your headset connects via DP, right? That brings much more performance.

[@marequeburger7370]

you can use CREW CHIEF in conjuction with VR, that will include an sporter and your racing enginneer giving you that valuable info you are missing and providing a much more inmersive experience.

[@SimRacing604]

@@marequeburger7370 yeah, I’ve got it now. Next video will feature exactly that

[@creativehighwaydesign2850]

Mr Mike !!! I'm not sure if you've done it already but would love to see a video based on your VR settings for AC & AMS2 my friend !!! Is it more about the headset or the settings ? (Given that the cpu is decent of course)

[@steffendetrick]

Not enough people know unfortunately. I was just going back-and-forth with somebody in the comment section on a Meta Quest group in Facebook. This guy was convinced that AC was the best VR racing Sim experience to be fair I think it’s the only one he owns. I tried to tell him that AC ‘s VR support feels very Jenkee compared to AMS2. AC is a great Sim I’m not knocking it, but for VR AMS2 has the best VR support.

[@channelvr1293]

Automobilista is THE sim for VR it looks amazing and runs like a charm. Btw what do you use to record the VR ? cant seem to get good FPS when recording.

[@SimRacing604]

@@channelvr1293 I use OBS. Honestly, the settings within OBS go over my head, so I just use the suggested settings from a KZbin video I stumbled across.

[@channelvr1293]

@SimRacing604 using obs too but even with my 4090 man it's struggling...haven't found the perfect settings.

[@tensix5481]

Are you rocking the E4 variant? I'm tempted to get one just for cockpit experiences. I have a Quest 1/2/3 /CV1, Windows HP headset. I don't even think I cracked open the HP just because by the time I bought it severely discounted it was already outdone by the Quest series.

[@vogliounacocacola]

Great video and great driving. What was the AI level?

[@AMSOZ-SS]

Can you drive the F3?? I swear they've snuck the tyre update onto that car

[@woodie228]

How are your shadows. No matter what I do, they shimmer to no end on my quest 3. Pimax Crystal Light incoming, but still 4-7 weeks out.

[@KayoMichiels]

VR, Group C at Nordschleife or Le Mans!

[@SimRacing604]

@@KayoMichiels now we’re talking!!

[@SixxiePlays]

Great stuff Mike! I’ve had my Quest Meta VR headset going on 2 months now. I must be missing something I cannot get it to work in game.

[@SimRacing604]

@@SixxiePlays oh no! Have you reached out to tech support?

[@SixxiePlays]

@@SimRacing604 Honored for your reply, I think it’s more of needing precise steps to follow as opposed to an issue with the headset. The demo on the headset puts me in the VR world. But when I try to play ACC and AMS2 I cannot get the VR world to surround me. I’ll see if tech support helps then this thanks! Enjoy your upcoming break!

[@SimRacing604]

@@SixxiePlays much appreciated. And feel free to send me an email. I might be able to help. mikesmithpm at gmail dot com

[@nuztuz903]

@@SixxiePlays make sure you have the meta link cable plugged into your machine and then enable quest link when prompted. if you are unsure there are youtube tutorials on how to do this

[@SixxiePlays]

@@nuztuz903 Thanks so much I’ll keep trying.

[@superdownwards]

Great video! What do you like about AMS compared to the formula in AC and iracing?

[@SimRacing604]

@@superdownwards thanks! For me it’s the simplicity of setting things up. AC is amazing, but so many things need to be configured correctly to get things to your liking. AMS2 is so simple by comparison

[@simracingjunky9679]

Hopefully AC EVO with it's new engine can dethrone AMS2 as the best running/looking sim in VR.

[@FurBurger151]

What's the Multi-player component of this game like? Is there a proper rank system?

[@monza27]

SInce you mentioned your buddy playing EA WRC, maybe give the new VR support in that a go? Be interested in your opinion on it.

[@SimRacing604]

@@monza27 yeah, I need some time away from my rig, but when I come back I intend to give it a try!

[@monza27]

@@SimRacing604 Fair enough, enjoy your summer break!

[@AndrewShaww]

The AI running grip hacks out of the hairpin? I had a similar experience once at Daytona where the AI just destroyed me in the traction zone onto the oval.

[@SimRacing604]

@@AndrewShaww I have the same thing with Daytona. And it irks me. I want to race at sunrise there so bad. The morning dew is a killer detail, but unfortunately the AI pacing is inconsistent so it makes for less than great racing.

[@lylewiley6440]

Hey did you upgrade your GPU? I know it says RX 6800 xt but did you upgrade or same card?

[@SimRacing604]

@@lylewiley6440 I did, yes. I flipped to NVIDIA recently. 4070.

[@RealLagoose]

I have had the Index for a couple of years but each time I try racing with it the clarity is really bad compared to my G9 screen. Dont know if I need to do some tweaking. Would love to do vr though but what headset are you all using that are awesome? For me it looks nowhere close to the quality of this video.

[@SimRacing604]

@@RealLagoose my headset is the DPVR E4 Black. I’ve only recently acquired it, but it’s been fantastic so far.

[@RealLagoose]

Thank you for reply and another great video

[@FilthyCasualRacing]

How are the online public servers in AMS2?

[@marcvdeijk]

Mostly... Empty. Main reason I do not play the game is that there's a small number of online lobbies you can join.

[@jamesstewart1794]

Why are these races always timed instead of laps

[@jkwes1]

User choice. You can set number of laps.

[@javajoe_gaming9923]

di you use mods for this?

[@SimRacing604]

@@javajoe_gaming9923 nope, it’s all official content

[@Wilayaat]

I have a Quest 3 and a top spec PC but mostly don't use VR for various reasons. Watching this though makes me want to try it again as it looks fantastic! Can I ask please how the Q3 stacks up spec wise with this headset?

[@SimRacing604]

@@Wilayaat the Q3 meets or exceeds most specs of the DPVR from what I’ve read. The DP connection is the primary distinction I believe

[@Wilayaat]

@@SimRacing604 - thank you for the prompt response, I guess the big + for using DP is no compression compared to USB. But watching your great video = me trying it out in AMS2 tonight so thanks!

[@Finney198]

It is great while you're in it, however for content creations it's 🤢🤢 for me anyway.

[@simonoregan4744]

Uuuuurggggghhh. This sim runs great. I only race in VR. However the handling model sucks compared to the other sims. And that's why I don't race it

[@TwoHeavyThrash]

Many times I feel the same way. Keep an eye out for the next big update - 1.6. Should be here before end of September

[@JustMamba]

1.6 should help alot. It's also supposed to add lfm to ams2 so we'll see how that goes. Should bring a whole new player base.