Project CARS – PC Update V9.0 deployed

Slightly Mad Studios have released a new Update patch for the Project CARS PC version.

While the product is still heavily criticized for being an unfinished game with a shedload of bugs, it is commendable that the development has not yet stopped updating the product. It is known that the SMS development team is already working on the Project CARS sequel but also seem committed to iron out the most significant problems of the original Pcars version.

Besides the usual fixes and improvements, this new patch also updates the previously disliked Ford Falcon V8 Supercar sounds. The PC version is already available as a Steam Update. Slightly Mad Studios stated that the console version updates should be rolled out somewhere during next week.

The Project CARS PC version is available on the Steam Network for 19,99€. ( That is a 60% reduction – Original price 49.99€)

V9.0 Changelog:

Vehicles

• Aston Martin GTE – adjusted the AI suspension damper rates down to better handle curbs
• BMW 2002 SW – Adjusted default setup for better drivability. Adjusted optimum temperatures and heating to move the optimum running temp closer to 180F. Adjusted cockpit camera position.
• BMW 1M SW – Changed transmission to sequential, paddle shift to match the 3D model
• BMW 2002 Turbo – Speed adjustments for player and AI for a better match in the Vintage racing class.
• Formula Renault 3.5 – Raised collision mesh and adjusted default setup for better curb behavior. Adjusted various other setup items to make player drivability better. Upped tire temperature build-up to get the tires more in the optimum range to use more of the intended grip with the default tire pressures and setup.
• Ford Escort, Mercedes 300SEL – Balanced the speeds better against the new BMW Stance Works car for the same class. Slight improvements in available grip through moving them into better optimum heat/grip range. AI speeds changed to match.
• McLaren F1 GTR – Fixed an issue where parts of the car would clip through other parts when damaged.

Tracks

• Road America – New race line and corridor tweaking. The main goal was to keep the AI off the curbs so heavily, as with the massive alligator teeth here cause the stiffer car fits and lifting off the throttle.
• Silverstone Classic – Fixed an issue that caused the game to dramatically slow down and at times crash during pitting in a multiplayer race.

Tires

• Reworked some vintage tires to get a better average temperatures increase, resolve severe flat spotting, localized overheating and too-easy punctures which were being reported.

Audio

• Ford Falcon – Reworked the vehicle sounds to a closer match of the real car.

UDP

• UDP – fix for PC joypad and steering wheel buttons not registering.