Virtual RC Racing Version 3.2 Released [20-03-2006 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
A new version of Virtual RC Racing has been launched, version 3.2. A few important issues have been tackled in this version. The most important problem solved is the inconsistence in car performance that was reported by several racers. Especially at longer runs, and also during online competitions a change in lap times was sometimes experienced without any changes to the car. This was a tough bug to tackle but our physics expert Todd Wasson has been able to track it down with the help of some racers. Thanks for that. Your support is much appreciated and without it it is very hard to find such problems and next finding the cure for it.

Virtual RC Racing 3.0 Released [18-12-2005 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
A new version 3.0 of Virtual RC Racing is now available, updating the itty-bitty racing simulation. New features in version 3.0 include multi-language support, a new timer system, and a dual player mode that's a precursor to further upcoming multiplayer support, etc.

Virtual RC Racing 2.0 Released [29-07-2005 | JZ | Comments (2) ]
VRC has launched VRC v2.0, the spectacular new version of Virtual RC Racing. The r/c car racing sim has reached another unprecedented level of realism with the addition of computer controlled opponent cars. You can now practice and race with up to 9 AI cars. They are real opponents, they will take any opportunity to pass you when they can, but also move over when you manage to get your car inside of them. VRC was already known as the ultimate r/c practice tool, with the AI cars you can now also practice the way you handle traffic. AI cars will also show up on the track during race events and Daily Challenge runs, so you will no longer be alone on the track. This will get your adrenaline pumping even more�

The second major improvement is the new zoom mode. With v2.0 you will really feel like being on the rostrum. You can now control the near and the far zoom yourself to get the best possible view on the track. Another spectacular feature is the addition of Drifter cars. They are a real challenge to master the art of drifting around hairpins, and in a fluent powerslide to the next corner. Very satisfying when you get it right! Other features and improvements are less visible but are nevertheless very significant. The physics engine has been improved, resutling in even more realsitic car handling, better collision handling, improved framerate and last but not least much approved stability. Internet connectivity between game and database has been vastly improved and made more user friendly.

Major changes and improvements can also be found on the website www.virtualrc.com. Besides a new interface the most important structural change is on the track pages. The track page is now the center of the action. You go there to view the track, see set-ups for that track, check Daily Challenge results, meet other racers in the track forum and more. A very nice feature is the countdown clock for race events, telling you exactly how many days, hours etc. you have till the next event or till the next round in that event.

Virtual RC Racing can now be downloaded from the VRC website. It is free and comes with the RC Speedway and Oslo track. The new version is not downward compatible with v1.0 so a complete download of the installation pack and the tracks is required. Check out all the new features and download v2.0 now.

Release Notes 2.0

New tracks
With the release of v2.0 we have released 2 new tracks: Cincinnati 2003 and the long awaited Heemstede track in the Netherlands. Check out these track pages.

New bodies
We have also posted a number of new car bodies, among them the new drifter car Vipers, a series of Kyosho Lola's and sedans, and a few more 1:10 scale Lola's.

Set-ups
Your old set-ups are still compatible with v2.0 but as the track conditions have changed you might need to work on new set-ups for each track. For that reason we have moved all the posted set-ups to our Archive.

Daily Challenge results
All the old Daily Challenge results have been moved to archive. As track conditions have changed, and with the introduction of the AI cars the Daily Challenge results will certainly fall back a bit.

Credit card payment
This system is not fully implemented yet, we expect this within nthe next couple of weeks. So until then only PayPal is accepted.

Virtual RC 3 New Tracks [14-01-2005 | JZ | Comments (2) ]
Players of the recently launched on-road nitro r/c racing simulator, Virtual RC Racing, will this month (January) see the addition of three exciting world class circuits. If seven ultra realistic 3D tracks were not enough to satisfy players of the free to download sim, the latest track releases from the game�s makers, Virtual Racing Industries, are sure to provide plenty of interesting new challenges.

Heading the January releases is the 2003 1/8th scale IFMAR World Championship circuit of Cincinnati. The second version of the US circuit, the first release being the layout used for the 2002 1/10th scale World Championship, the new track is the version on which the sports most successful driver, Lamberto Collari, took his most recent World title driving for Kyosho. Perfectly detailed, the track gives r/c enthusiasts the chance to try to emulate the great Italian driver.

Second of the New Year releases is yet another World Championship circuit. This time virtual racers will have the opportunity to race at the MACH track in the Netherlands where that same man, Collari, secured the 1989 World title with Serpent. Situated next to the Serpent Motorsport factory, the track is used by the five times World champions for all their R&D testing. A virtual track well worth checking out especially if you are a Serpent owner.

Completing the list of January releases will be the impressive Tamiya Kakegawa Circuit in Japan. Owned and designed by the world leading model manufacturers, the track is the most impressive r/c race facility in the world. The venue for the highly competitive Japanese Nationals and the Tamiya World finals, the Kakegawa Circuit is a must for Tamiya owners. Race the virtual TG10 at the very place it was developed for real competition.

Proving the most popular track choice to date with the 20,000 plus registered Virtual RC Racing racers from around the world is Luxembourg, venue of the 2004 EFRA 1/8th scale European Championships. One of the most challenging circuits in Europe, it features a copy of the famous Laguna Seca �cork-screw� corner at the end of the front straight. If you master this you will master the track.

Another track proving a hit with Virtual RC players is the 2004 IFMAR 1/10th scale World Championship host track Jundiai, which in reality is located 60km outside Sao Paulo in Brazil. With over 2.5 metres of elevation change, this circuit is really a one-off and offers a real challenge to even the most experienced racer.

All new track releases along with the previously released Luxembourg, Brazil, Oslo, Sydney, Cincinnati 2002, Ft. Myers and Fiorano tracks are available to purchase from the official Virtual RC Racing web site.

Virtual RC Racing Released [28-11-2004 | IS | Comments (2) ]
Virtual Racing Industries Int. (VRI) is proud to present you Virtual RC Racing, the ultra realistic r/c racing simulation game that will entertain both the newcomer and the seasoned r/c racer.

VRC offers you endless track time to develop your r/c racing skills and set-up knowledge and enjoy this exciting hobby anytime, anywhere. Experience the thrills and tension when competing on-line and having to bring that top-qualifying run in with just one run to go...

What we offer you today is just the beginning of this project with many more very exciting developments on its way.

Enjoy Virtual RC Racing and if you�re impressed, tell your friends and make this truly �the Worlds� biggest r/c event�.


Pieter Bervoets
Virtual Racing Industries International

Virtual RC Racing Press Release [09-11-2004 | JZ | Comments (7) ]
Virtual RC Racing is the new radio controlled car racing simulator from Virtual Racing Industries. Created by a team of international game developers, including Tony West of West Racing, this PC based sim is set to take the sport of r/c car racing by storm. Aimed at current r/c racers, Virtual RC Racing is also set to appeal to newcomers as it offers the perfect training tool for this high speed technical sport.

Every aspect of r/c racing has been precisely modelled to give players a life like racing experience. Graphics, sound, control and game play are so realistic r/c racers can use Virtual RC Racing to prepare for the real thing. Featuring a sophisticated vehicle dynamics engine, which gives true to life car handling, users can experiment with set-up and test the results on the world�s top r/c tracks including the circuit used for the 2004 World Championships in Brazil. This level of realism helps develop the user�s understanding of the effects of set-up changes on a real r/c track.

Available from the simulators official web site www.virtualrc.com, users download for FREE the full version game software and moments later they have all the excitement of r/c racing on their PC.
While Virtual RC Racing can be played using regular game controllers, Virtual Racing Industries have developed a VRC-USB adapter for the ultimate game play experience. This allows users to control the 3D sim using an actual r/c transmitter. The only thing missing is the smell of the nitro fuel! With all of the sport�s major manufacturers represented in the sim, a big feature of Virtual RC Racing is the option for r/c racers to select the very same car, engine, tyre, fuel and radio combination as they use in real r/c competition. This combination can be used to challenge fellow racers and gamers from around the world for the ultimate prize of becoming the 2005 Virtual R/C Racing World Champion.

Free Daily Challenges offer racers the opportunity to practice for major online events for which players require a Virtual RC Racing License. These start at just US$22.00 and allow players gain a World Ranking. Other exciting add-ons for the sim include additional tracks, which replicate some of the best r/c circuits in the world, and these are available for only US$6.00 each. Although a specialist simulator, the creators of Virtual RC Racing expect a large numbers of gamers to go head to head with experienced r/c racers in the online competitions - �Racers Start your PCs�.

Virtual RC Racing Screenshots [20-10-2004 | IS | Comments (2) ]
Here are 10 Screenshots of Virtual RC Racing, featuring Brazil Jundiai Park.

Virtual RC Racing Three New Movies [11-07-2004 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
Here are 3 new movies showing Fiorano, Oslo and Sydney tracks.

Virtual RC Racing New Screenshots [11-07-2004 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
Check out 14 new screenshots from the upcoming Virtual RC game. They are showing Oslo, Sydney and Fiorano tracks.

Virtual RC First Two Movies [08-07-2004 | JZ | Comments (7) ]
Virtual RC is a highly sophisticated simulation game where you can choose to drive a choice of either 1:10 or 1:8 nitro cars around some of the best tracks in Europe. You are able to alter the car set up, choose the weather and get in some RC driving practice, all from your computer without leaving the comfort of your seat! VRI are yet to publicly launch the simulator so this is your opportunity to have a sneak at their innovative system.

Virtual RC Racing Screenshots [11-06-2004 | JZ | Comments (10) ]
Here are first 3 in-game screenshots. Virtual RC Racing is scheduled to be released this Summer.

Virtual RC Racing Game Guide [11-06-2004 | JZ | Comments (0) ]
VRC/R is a high-end race sim for on-road gas cars 1/10 and 1/8 scale. It features video-realistic (existing) r/c tracks, all brands of cars and a car physics engine to control car behavior and set-up that is just like the real thing. VRC/R can be raced off-line and on-line. More info will be revealed soon!