Author Topic: FORZA 3 DRIVING GAME OF THE FOREVER CONFIRMED!!! (Read 19950 times)

iconoclast · « **Reply #120 on:** October 29, 2009, 12:15:00 AM »

Just made my first vinyl

Just slapped it on any car so I could take a pic... I think it came out pretty decent.

Oh yeah, I should mention this is on the storefront for 1000CR.

As someone who usually doesn't like sims, this game is pretty awesome so far.

ferrarimanf355 · « **Reply #121 on:** October 29, 2009, 02:05:49 AM »

Quote from: Sho Nuff on October 28, 2009, 10:33:32 PM

Is your IROC Camaro a sweet ride? Is it quick?

http://www.break.com/usercontent/2007/6/Iroc-Idiot-on-Radio-317224.html <-- this is fucking legendary and everyone should hear it. Even better when you realize what's actually going on.

It's still stock, lol. I can barely control it without sliding.

Same thing with the Koeingsegg CCGT. I took that out on the high speed ring, and I was drifting through the turns at 205 MPH. Several times, I thought I was going to crash.

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #122 on:** October 29, 2009, 05:33:16 PM »

Sweet. This came in on GameFly.

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #123 on:** October 29, 2009, 06:36:53 PM »

Uh...

This game fucking rocks. Just saying.

60 fps makes games at half that seem not so hot.

brawndolicious · « **Reply #124 on:** October 29, 2009, 09:20:26 PM »

So how much do you guys use the flashback button? Would the game be butt-rape if you weren't allowed to ever use it?

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #125 on:** October 29, 2009, 09:39:49 PM »

Quote from: am nintenho on October 29, 2009, 09:20:26 PM

So how much do you guys use the flashback button? Would the game be butt-rape if you weren't allowed to ever use it?

I have no qualms about using it and I absolutely adore it as a feature. Like the rest of the game, my goal is to increase my skill so I can reduce some of the assists and reduce my use of the rewind but as a feature it's absolutely brilliant.

originalz · « **Reply #126 on:** October 29, 2009, 09:44:00 PM »

Yeah, the rewind feature is awesome. If it didn't exist, it would just be like every other racing game. It really lets you try out some interesting and risky moves, though. In the past, if I wasn't 100% sure I could overtake a car on a turn, I wouldn't gun for it. Now, I can try out different strategies to get ahead, if one fails then I can just try a different one.

It also removes the inevitable frustrations of these games where you've got a good lead until the end, but mess up the final turn and watch in horror as your opponents pass by you and the last 10 minutes were for nothing. Not anymore! Ain't no one taking my victory from me!

Sho Nuff · « **Reply #127 on:** October 29, 2009, 10:03:50 PM »

Quote from: am nintenho on October 29, 2009, 09:20:26 PM

So how much do you guys use the flashback button? Would the game be butt-rape if you weren't allowed to ever use it?

It's pretty awesome. I was restarting races all the time in Forza 2 if I ate the pooch. I thought this would break the game, but it doesn't -- it lets you work on your technique. It's not like you're playing some game with quick rewind and save states. It's more like "back up 10 seconds and try taking that turn the right way." Dunno. I like it...though I do think it will make competition a lot harder on the leaderboards

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #128 on:** October 29, 2009, 10:18:14 PM »

Quote from: Sho Nuff on October 29, 2009, 10:03:50 PM

Dunno. I like it...though I do think it will make competition a lot harder on the leaderboards

I actually like the way they handle this aspect.

Certification guide:

Forza 3 contains two different types of lap times. Certified and uncertified. Certified times are always ranked higher than uncertified times, no matter how fast they are.

To uncertify your times, there are a few things that could happen:

* Go off track
* Hit a wall
* Hit another car
* Rewind
* Having certain assists on

etc

Bildi · « **Reply #129 on:** October 29, 2009, 10:18:16 PM »

I think the best rewind function would be a combo of Codemasters and Turn 10 systems:

- using rewind invalidates leaderboard times completely (Codies)
- higher difficulties decreases the rewinds available in career mode (Codies)
- you have infinite rewinds when doing time runs so you can work on a particular corner as much as you like (Turn 10)
- you can rewind as far as you want (Turn 10)
- you can rewind to a specific point (Codies)

I like the time certification in Forza though, it helps with that first point.

demi · « **Reply #130 on:** October 29, 2009, 10:20:03 PM »

There's a free Premium Theme up, from the LE. I guess people were having issues so they just made it free for everyone

iconoclast · « **Reply #131 on:** October 29, 2009, 10:46:48 PM »

Sweet, gonna go download that. My Perfect Dark theme was getting old.

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #132 on:** October 29, 2009, 10:49:33 PM »

Quote from: iconoclast on October 29, 2009, 10:46:48 PM

Sweet, gonna go download that. My Perfect Dark theme was getting old.

Every Forza 3 theme I see online costs money. And I'm also using that Perfect Dark theme.

iconoclast · « **Reply #133 on:** October 29, 2009, 10:55:06 PM »

Looks like it's only free through the online marketplace. Link: http://marketplace.xbox.com/en-US/games/offers/033f0003-0000-4000-8000-00004d53084d?cid=SLink

Stoney Mason · « **Reply #134 on:** October 29, 2009, 10:56:42 PM »

Quote from: iconoclast on October 29, 2009, 10:55:06 PM

Looks like it's only free through the online marketplace. Link: http://marketplace.xbox.com/en-US/games/offers/033f0003-0000-4000-8000-00004d53084d?cid=SLink

Thx.

pilonv1 · « **Reply #135 on:** October 29, 2009, 11:12:28 PM »

brawndolicious · « **Reply #136 on:** October 29, 2009, 11:20:26 PM »

at the nuts

Bildi · « **Reply #137 on:** October 30, 2009, 01:46:36 AM »

Whoever did that is a raving genius.

ferrarimanf355 · « **Reply #138 on:** October 30, 2009, 01:55:45 AM »

I'm past my Forza 2 achievement total now.

If someone can help a brother out and buy my lame Focus RS design from my storefront so I can get the related achievement, that would be great.

Also...

demi · « **Reply #139 on:** October 30, 2009, 01:57:50 AM »

God you're creepy

ferrarimanf355 · « **Reply #140 on:** October 30, 2009, 01:59:32 AM »

Quote from: demi on October 30, 2009, 01:57:50 AM

God you're creepy

pilonv1 · « **Reply #141 on:** October 30, 2009, 06:41:39 AM »

Quote from: Bildi on October 30, 2009, 01:46:36 AM

Whoever did that is a raving genius.

here's the link

http://www.games-ranch.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=6777&start=725

everyone is trying to make the shittiest datsun.

Bildi · « **Reply #142 on:** October 30, 2009, 07:43:34 AM »

I was pretty sure an Aussie had to have done that car. That's some hilarious stuff.

Bildi · « **Reply #143 on:** November 01, 2009, 07:52:44 AM »

Just finished up my first livery. It took friggin' ages so I don't think I'll be doing any more for quite a while.

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #144 on:** November 01, 2009, 08:01:59 AM »

whoa, nice work!

Once I get a supercar I shall be sending it your way for Astrofication post haste

Bildi · « **Reply #145 on:** November 01, 2009, 08:07:38 AM »

Do it!

iconoclast · « **Reply #146 on:** November 01, 2009, 08:25:10 AM »

Damn that's pretty nice.

Coming up with a background that fits the style of the vinyls is the hardest part for me. I'm so uncreative $:-\$

Sho Nuff · « **Reply #147 on:** November 01, 2009, 11:28:42 PM »

ferrarimanf355 · « **Reply #148 on:** November 02, 2009, 12:27:45 AM »

I don't get it.

Although I will admit the Cruis'n trilogy is a guilty pleasure of mine.

MCD · « **Reply #149 on:** November 02, 2009, 12:43:35 AM »

Quote from: iconoclast on November 01, 2009, 08:25:10 AM

Damn that's pretty nice.

Coming up with a background that fits the style of the vinyls is the hardest part for me. I'm so uncreative $:-\$

you are such a bad liar

Bildi · « **Reply #150 on:** November 02, 2009, 01:30:54 AM »

Got any pics iconoclast, you humble bastard?

Bildi · « **Reply #151 on:** November 02, 2009, 01:32:23 AM »

Quote from: ferrarimanf355 on October 30, 2009, 01:55:45 AM

I'm past my Forza 2 achievement total now.

If someone can help a brother out and buy my lame Focus RS design from my storefront so I can get the related achievement, that would be great.

Do you still need someone to buy it? If so, got a keyword to find it?

Bebpo · « **Reply #152 on:** November 02, 2009, 02:00:11 AM »

That astroboy job is one of the best looking paint jobs I've seen. The stars make it look like the car is sparkling as you drive. Great work.

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #153 on:** November 02, 2009, 02:04:32 AM »

Holy shit, Bildi - that's awesome. I'm impressed with what you guys do. I kind of want to try my hand at it one day, but I don't think I have the skill or patience to pull it off.

Bildi · « **Reply #154 on:** November 02, 2009, 04:31:44 AM »

Thanks Willco - I would recommend not to start. I never tried it before but once I started I couldn't stop until I'd finished and it took an eternity because I'm a noob.

You bought it Bebpo? Thanks a lot!

If you have anything on your storefront point me to it with a keyword - I'd rather fellow Boritos get the design for free.

Bebpo · « **Reply #155 on:** November 02, 2009, 12:07:59 PM »

I haven't played the game yet

Was going by the pictures but will buy when I do play it

Bildi · « **Reply #156 on:** November 02, 2009, 04:15:40 PM »

Oh.

No need to buy it dude - thanks for the compliments though!

ferrarimanf355 · « **Reply #157 on:** November 02, 2009, 11:27:19 PM »

I take back the thread title.

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #158 on:** November 03, 2009, 09:44:51 AM »

I started dicking around with drifting with an Evo on Fujimi Kaido tonight and lost well over an hour to it. I never got the hang of it in the prior Forzas but once it clicked, I couldn't stop. I was sliding and screeching around like it was PGR. So much fun. I eventually decided that I would keep going 'til I won an actual race while drifting on every possible corner. I stuck a vid of the result up on my storefront if anyone is into that sort of thing. It's actually pretty fun to watch 'cause I just rewinded my way out of any horrible mistakes!

Bildi · « **Reply #159 on:** November 03, 2009, 05:33:39 PM »

I'll be looking for the vid tonight - what do I search for to find it? God I wish we could search by gamertags.

I think vids disappear after only 24 hours.

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #160 on:** November 03, 2009, 07:39:08 PM »

Bildi - I sent you a friend request last night (when I bought your Astro Boy design!). 'Cormacaroni' of course.

I forget exactly where the option comes up but there is a way to list your friends' storefronts.

Bildi · « **Reply #161 on:** November 03, 2009, 09:39:12 PM »

Hey, thanks heaps for buying.

I'll be on tonight so be able to accept the friend request check out your storefront while I'm there. I'm doing another differently-designed Astro car (2009 Ford Focus). Since I've made a lot of the assets already it won't take too long and so I'll probably just make it free. Hope to finish it tonight.

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #162 on:** November 03, 2009, 09:47:45 PM »

here's the Anvil logo Sho Nuff did for me!

really need to put some thought into how to use it though - i just slapped it all over the car i had at the time!

Bildi · « **Reply #163 on:** November 03, 2009, 09:54:36 PM »

It still looks cool.

Bildi · « **Reply #164 on:** November 04, 2009, 06:23:58 AM »

I'm just watching the replay now. I love how the cars are about to take a perfect line but have to hit the skids because your car is sideways around every corner.

Finished the new design - it's up for free if anyone likes it. Plate is separate (also free).

Snuflupagulus · « **Reply #165 on:** November 04, 2009, 04:21:07 PM »

Bildi

Applied it to my max-upgraded Focus. Looks tits. Too bad I'm terrible at set-ups 'cause the thing can't shift for shit. Too much power.

Mupepe · « **Reply #166 on:** November 04, 2009, 04:36:53 PM »

Quote from: Snuflupagulus on November 04, 2009, 04:21:07 PM

Bildi

Applied it to my max-upgraded Focus. Looks tits. Too bad I'm terrible at set-ups 'cause the thing can't shift for shit. Too much power.

Try a higher gear ratio, maybe?

pilonv1 · « **Reply #167 on:** November 04, 2009, 06:10:06 PM »

FUCKING HELL BILDI THAT FOCUS IS HOTT. I want it.

Bildi · « **Reply #168 on:** November 04, 2009, 07:48:24 PM »

Hope you guys enjoy it. I'll probably do a couple of palette swaps since it's easy on this design and put them up for free too.

That pic is amazing.

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #169 on:** November 04, 2009, 07:56:30 PM »

awesome pic!

glad you enjoyed the replay, bildi. They've done a great job with the replays this time - they used to be pretty weak in FM1/2 compared to the GT series, but now they're top-notch. It's also great fun to dl ghosts of the top racers and watch in the cockpit view.

Bildi · « **Reply #170 on:** November 04, 2009, 08:14:49 PM »

I can't remember what they were like in Forza and I didn't play much Forza 2, but replays are pretty good here. I'd probably prefer a few more shots where the car isn't so centered on screen, but that's pretty minor.

It would be nice to be able to spin the camera around the car in replays, would make finding a nice spot for a photo a bit easier. Maybe Forza 4.

drew · « **Reply #171 on:** November 04, 2009, 09:30:05 PM »

Quote from: Bildi on November 04, 2009, 08:14:49 PM

It would be nice to be able to spin the camera around the car in replays, would make finding a nice spot for a photo a bit easier. Maybe Forza 4.

im pretty sure you can

change the cam to the 3rd person in game mode and it should work

at least it did in the demo

Bildi · « **Reply #172 on:** November 04, 2009, 09:53:32 PM »

I thought I had tried moving the 3rd person replay camera, but maybe I didn't. I'll have to try when I get home.

Snuflupagulus · « **Reply #173 on:** November 04, 2009, 10:58:10 PM »

Quote from: Rob Thomas on November 04, 2009, 04:36:53 PM

Quote from: Snuflupagulus on November 04, 2009, 04:21:07 PM
Bildi

Applied it to my max-upgraded Focus. Looks tits. Too bad I'm terrible at set-ups 'cause the thing can't shift for shit. Too much power.

Try a higher gear ratio, maybe?

lol. Will do. That'll probably help the top speed as well, right? I love this game but can't tune for shit.

I'm hoping to make a scraper soon. Game needs to be updated to allow 24's and Buick LeSabres. Plus whistle tips.

pilonv1 · « **Reply #174 on:** November 04, 2009, 11:27:09 PM »

Quote from: Drewsy on November 04, 2009, 09:30:05 PM

Quote from: Bildi on November 04, 2009, 08:14:49 PM
It would be nice to be able to spin the camera around the car in replays, would make finding a nice spot for a photo a bit easier. Maybe Forza 4.

im pretty sure you can

change the cam to the 3rd person in game mode and it should work

at least it did in the demo

I dont think you can for replays, just photo mode

brawndolicious · « **Reply #175 on:** November 05, 2009, 06:31:18 AM »

Are the loading times significantly shorter if you install disk 1 also?

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #176 on:** November 05, 2009, 09:16:45 AM »

I installed disk 1 and the loads are pretty quick. Nothing to complain about, certainly.

brawndolicious · « **Reply #177 on:** November 05, 2009, 09:20:27 PM »

I'm estimating 15-20 seconds off the hdd which is just bearable imo.

Bildi · « **Reply #178 on:** November 05, 2009, 09:56:35 PM »

Why developers don't make it you can do things during loading (such as tune your car) is totally beyond me.

Rallisport Challenge 2

brawndolicious · « **Reply #179 on:** November 05, 2009, 10:57:55 PM »

I've never seen this in a racing game before. I tried take what looked like a shortcut but it actually turns out it was a pit stop lane. So the game takes over and drives me into a spot, stops, and then everything is repaired and I have control again.

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Author Topic: FORZA 3 DRIVING GAME OF THE FOREVER CONFIRMED!!! (Read 19950 times)