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Euro Truck Sim 2 |OT| - it's like Elite, but in a big rig and in Europe
- Thread starter Mengy
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Yes, but its not a 1 to 1 scale of Europe's cities though.
Bought this yesterday. The first time I played it, I accidentally took the wrong route, I thought the sat nav would re route but it didn't, save for telling me to go backwards (maybe I didn't drive long enough to get to roads where there were options to re route). Cue me trying to reverse a truck back down the road avoiding traffic behind me - it... didn't go well, obviously. This also taught me that there's no restart option, you have to have a game saved and load it back up.
Second time was much better, but I took a sharp turn way too quickly only a few miles from my destination, and the truck tipped over. Used the repair service, drove to my destination and then it told me to try reverse parking.
I was nowhere near being able to park, mainly because I couldn't find a good camera angle - most of them were too close to the truck, so I couldn't see what was going on behind me to judge the angle for reversing - which camera is best?
In the end I just pressed the button to complete the job without the proper parking bonus.
Tonight I'm going to set up my controller properly (only mapped accelerate, brake, sat nav and engine start so far), and look into the radio stations.
A lot more fun than I was expecting so far!
Second time was much better, but I took a sharp turn way too quickly only a few miles from my destination, and the truck tipped over. Used the repair service, drove to my destination and then it told me to try reverse parking.
I was nowhere near being able to park, mainly because I couldn't find a good camera angle - most of them were too close to the truck, so I couldn't see what was going on behind me to judge the angle for reversing - which camera is best?
In the end I just pressed the button to complete the job without the proper parking bonus.
Tonight I'm going to set up my controller properly (only mapped accelerate, brake, sat nav and engine start so far), and look into the radio stations.
A lot more fun than I was expecting so far!
Huw_Dawson
Member
Just bought this. If I like it, I might try modding it. Apparently the UK is a bit unrealistically done according to the PC Gamer review.
EDIT: Yeah, don't expect realistic cities. London Lorry Simulator would probably be it's own game.
EDIT: Yeah, don't expect realistic cities. London Lorry Simulator would probably be it's own game.
Awesome!
Ok not so awesomeA "city" is like 5 roads and a few buildings, they're nothing more than small hubs in between the main highways.
Like this:
Ok not so awesome
Its still a massive game though, it can take you an hour to do the bigger jobs. Try the demo.
davidsaurus
Member
I tipped my truck going into my quarry delivery (after a 30minute journey!) and had to call for the rescue service to come help a truckbro out. The GPS overlay did not update, but the one in the actual truck itself (fancy truck apparantely!) did...which was kind of interesting.
A "city" is like 5 roads and a few buildings, they're nothing more than small hubs in between the main highways.
Like this:
Is that London? Looks pretty complete to me!
You and me both.
I'm kinda keeping an eye out for an affordable wheel that I can use just for this game.
WTH is wrong with me?
Mengy
wishes it were bannable to say mean things about Marvel
Yeah, if you look at my first screenshot in the OP you can see my first "accident" in a truck. I had just bought the game and my girlfriend was watching me to see what the game was like, and we were marveling at the scenery with some Austrian trance music station or something on the radio. Got myself onto a mountain road by accident (wrong turn) and was driving way too fast for where I was. Went into a turn and the wheels squealed a bit and over she went. Learned how to call the towing service within like half an hour of having the game, LOL.
I have mine set up like this:
- left stick to steer
- right stick to look around
- left trigger for brakes
- right trigger for gas
- d-pad to select outside views
- X centers view
- Y shift up
- A shift down
- B horn
I haven't configured it properly yet, going to do that tonight, but so far:
Left stick - steer
Right trigger - accelerate
Left trigger - brake
Select - start engine
Start - open GPS
Dice
Pokémon Parentage Conspiracy Theorist
Right stick steers
Left stick looks
Right trigger accelerates
Left Trigger brakes
Bumpers control gears
Dpad up/down controls lights
Dpad left/right controls indicators
Everything else is passive enough to use the keyboard. I did have to turn sensitivity down quite a bit, and I had to configure the deadzones. A guy on youtube makes a lot of videos of the game and he uses a joystick. I might give it a try with mine to see if it's more refined that way.
Left stick looks
Right trigger accelerates
Left Trigger brakes
Bumpers control gears
Dpad up/down controls lights
Dpad left/right controls indicators
Everything else is passive enough to use the keyboard. I did have to turn sensitivity down quite a bit, and I had to configure the deadzones. A guy on youtube makes a lot of videos of the game and he uses a joystick. I might give it a try with mine to see if it's more refined that way.
Do you guys really use that few buttons? Edit: Finally someone who uses his indicators
Left stick - Steer
Click - Flash
Right stick - Look
Click - Center view
Triggers - Gas/Brake
Bumpers - Indicators
D-pad L - Headlights
Up - Horn
Right - Wipers
Down - Cruise control
X/B - Gear Down/Up (I use automatic now because it was so slow when you were in the wrong gear)
A - Trailer attach
Back - Toggle info display in the truck
Start - Was P-Brake, but I never use it so changed to Activate.
Left stick - Steer
Click - Flash
Right stick - Look
Click - Center view
Triggers - Gas/Brake
Bumpers - Indicators
D-pad L - Headlights
Up - Horn
Right - Wipers
Down - Cruise control
X/B - Gear Down/Up (I use automatic now because it was so slow when you were in the wrong gear)
A - Trailer attach
Back - Toggle info display in the truck
Start - Was P-Brake, but I never use it so changed to Activate.
Felix Lighter
Member
Fuck it! I bought it. I didn't buy this G27 for nothing and now I am ready for that Oculus Rift.
gutterboy44
Member
Great to see other people jumping in to this fantastic game. I also love winding down a day with ETS2. Throw on some random euro 80's channel and cruise the roads. Definitely install the speed limit mod, it makes paying attention to the speed traps much more intense. I can down shift and engine brake that fucker like a mad man after an nice 80mph burn.
This game is sensational with a wheel, clutch and H-shifter. Going up and down the gear box is half the fun. Also, if you like driving/racing games, you really should invest in a wheel, it is like playing FPS games with a keyboard only.
This game is sensational with a wheel, clutch and H-shifter. Going up and down the gear box is half the fun. Also, if you like driving/racing games, you really should invest in a wheel, it is like playing FPS games with a keyboard only.
I don't like driving games THAT much though! I just like this particular one.
Any driving wheel suggestions?
it has rift support!?
davidsaurus
Member
I don't have the money right now, but I'd really like a budget wheel as well at some point. Throughout the year I normally spend countless hours on F1 and Dirt games and I'd probably get into more if I had a wheel.
Mengy
wishes it were bannable to say mean things about Marvel
I've been thinking about getting a wheel for a long time actually, ever since I bought the Dirt rally games during the last steam summer sale. And I know it would be oh so nice with ETS2. Maybe it's time I simply bite the bullet and get one. I mean I have a plethora of flight sticks for FSX and such, I really do need a wheel. And if I got pedals then I could use them with FSX too....
Time to do research. Any wheel recommendations guys?
One thing I will say for a wheel in this game is that it's much, much easier to park the trailers. I personally struggled like crazy using keyboard and mouse but with the wheel its a damn sight easier and more natural. Not sure it's worth buying an expensive wheel for though. I'd recommend ebay, and maybe looking for something like the Logitech GT or G25 on the cheap.
gutterboy44
Member
The DFGT ($99 new) is a great entry level wheel. The pedals are so so (some simple mods you can do to improve them) but the actual wheel and FFB are solid. You can always upgrade the pedals later if you will be using it on PC. You can pretty much mix and match anything when using wheels, shifters and pedals on PC. When I got into iRacing I was introduced to the wild assortment of custom cables and USB to whatever connectors that one person in a garage makes and sells on the web. But be sure to confirm cross compatibility of different wheels and accessories before jumping in.
If you can catch a sale I would say the G27 is an ideal get. I also like to make the argument that if you think you kind of only like driving/racing games, buying a wheel tends to transition you into loving them because it dramatically enhances and improves the experience. You may want to wait until the new consoles launch to see where the PC and console compatibility falls so you can get the most bang for your buck. No reason to buy a wheel that works on PC and Xbox when you own a PlayStation and PC.
My wheel history is Driving Force EX, Momo Force, G25 and now G27. Every one was worth it.
Some of the lower level wheels and pedal sets will have a uniform feel between the gas and brake pedal that will work for rudder pedals, but you will likely need a separate cable like the Bondar cable that allows you to connect your pedals directly via USB. Slightly higher models like the G27, Fanatech, etc will have the gas pedal feel radically different than the brake and clutch since they are trying to simulate real car pedal feel. It might be strange to have your left rudder pedal rock hard compared to your right rudder.
Felix Lighter
Member
It's my understanding a Rift patch is coming.
gutterboy44
Member
Yes! This will be the first game I fire up when I can buy a Rift.
Keep practicing, feels euphoric when you finally get it right.
Ingueferroque
Banned
Love the game, but it's disappointing that the engine sounds are so bad.
davidsaurus
Member
I believe there is rift support on the beta builds atm.
You can mod it in.
You should definitely chose 2. It's an iterative game.
Dice
Pokémon Parentage Conspiracy Theorist
The key is to not oversteer. Fuck two-segment loads, though.
Does this :
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0015HYPOO/?tag=neogaf0e-20
work on PC as well? Are there all sorts of hoops I have to jump through to get it to work on PC, or does it work out of the box?
DJ_Lae
Member
I've been really enjoying the game, which I still find weird as there's no reason why it shouldn't be boring as hell. I just find it relaxing, especially before bed.
I have a 360 wheel, though, I should try it out. I have a feeling it won't work with the rumble, as I don't think that wheel supports proper force feedback.
I have a 360 wheel, though, I should try it out. I have a feeling it won't work with the rumble, as I don't think that wheel supports proper force feedback.
PlayALLtheGames
Banned
Yes it will work out of the box, but you can also get Logitech Profiler so you can customize buttons and crap.
Sye d'Burns
Member
I was lured into the thread by the title (ELITE!) and then sold by the giant bomb quick look. I only played it last night for about an hour. I love the way they've implemented streaming audio.
You made the right choice.
DangerStepp
Member
I wanted to bite on this so hard but I just don't think it would be the same without a wheel.
Highly considering buying one... can anyone link me to one that's reasonably priced/quality?
Edit: Totally missed the links above. $99 is still a little steep
Highly considering buying one... can anyone link me to one that's reasonably priced/quality?
Edit: Totally missed the links above. $99 is still a little steep
What is Dunder?
VanquishUK
Member
Anyone else just get an update?
I've not tried out my Driving Force GT on the PC yet. Looks like this is worth giving it a go on.
Is there a way to 'win', or is it just an environment to play and progress in?
gutterboy44
Member
Looks like the update was just some stability improvements and bugs.
http://blog.scssoft.com/
I don't know, I think $99 is very affordable for how well made the DFGT is and what it offers for gaming experience. It costs less than two brand new games and if not violently abused, will last for several years and enhance an entire genre of games. I am admittedly stubborn in my opinion regarding this, but why play racing/driving "simulations" with anything other than a wheel and using the cockpit view?
http://blog.scssoft.com/
I don't know, I think $99 is very affordable for how well made the DFGT is and what it offers for gaming experience. It costs less than two brand new games and if not violently abused, will last for several years and enhance an entire genre of games. I am admittedly stubborn in my opinion regarding this, but why play racing/driving "simulations" with anything other than a wheel and using the cockpit view?
MikeJAMoran
Member
I bought Euro Truck Simulator 1 because it was half the price of my morning coffee and runs on Mac.