WARNING : THIS IS A TEST

NOTE : THE VW SCIROCCO IS NOT INCLUDED


Hello Racers, here is a new Test Patch : Z8.

It is fully online compatible with version Z.
You can view hotlap replays made in version Z.

ABS brakes have been added to 5 cars (as a setup option) so for now you cannot upload hotlaps made in Z8.

Please keep a backup of your LFS.exe from version Z so you can go back to Z if there are any problems.


Changes in TEST PATCH Z8 :

ATTEMPTED FIX : Flickering shadow outline on some graphics drivers

KNOWN ISSUES :

LX4 number plate goes through spare tyre
Flickering wheel colour when changing rim colour

CAN'T REPRODUCE :

Mouse steering only full lock after SHIFT+F4

Changes in TEST PATCH Z7 :

InSim : Traction Control and ABS are now reported in IS_NPL packet
FIX : Setup related multiplayer OOS bugs affecting test patch users

Changes in TEST PATCH Z6 :

ABS brakes removed from XF GTI
FIX : Crash in D3D8.dll (related to shadows)

Changes in TEST PATCH Z5 :

New language included : Español Latino (still need to add a flag)
FIX : Crash on closing LFS from multiplayer while tyres displayed
FIX : Shadow stretching bug on some graphics cards

Changes in TEST PATCH Z4 :

FIX : Polygon errors seen on some graphics cards
FIX : It was impossible to join an online race with a demo car

Changes in TEST PATCH Z3 :

Updated wheels on Formula BMW
Implemented ABS brakes in XFG / XRG / RB4 / FXO / XRT / FZ5
Improved wheel drawing system including rotating brake discs
Improved shadows - sharper and ambient shadow effect now included
InSim : New packets to start / search replays and take screenshots
FIX : Player name was wrong in entry screen on entry or after replay
FIX : Added checks to prevent guests joining with no user name or ID
FIX : OOS starting race after joining autocross host in entry screen


DOWNLOADS :

PATCH Z to Z8 (Version Z must already be installed) :
www.liveforspeed.net/file_lfs.php?name=LFS_PATCH_Z_TO_Z8.exe (1.6 MB)

DEDICATED HOST Z8 (non-graphical version for hosting only) :
www.liveforspeed.net/file_lfs.php?name=LFS_S2_DEDI_Z8.zip (1.6 MB)

thank you

I just saw the Z6 and then poof Z7?

Quote from Takumi_lfs :

I just saw the Z6 and then poof Z7?

lol +1 good work devs kepp on!

Dear Devs,
Since FBM got new wheels, maybe updating the car selection screen is needed as you can see the old rims on the pic?

Despite fear of irony, why not only post in these threads if you have a bug/problem/question. No need for 'thank you' or 'wow, amazing, great work mate' posts. They just make it harder (and take longer) for Scawen to find the bug reports or for other people to see if their bug has been posted before.

Just got the mouse full lock, will try to reproduce it

Quote from Scawen :

ATTEMPTED FIX : Flickering shadow outline on some graphics drivers

Sadly I'm having the exact same problem with Z7 as I was having previously. I'll attach another video but it's the same problem.

ATi Radeon HD3870X2 card.
Catalyst 8.12 drivers.

edit: Attached video.

Ok still cant find a way to reproduce it, but both times i was swithicn from full screnn to window, them when i pressed esc to go to pits, change setup, and when i got back oin track it had full lock on... i still trying to find a way to reproduce, juts thought i post this bit of info...

edit: Both times i got it, i was on windown mode, not full scren

Quote from Scawen :

You can view hotlap replays made in version Z.

Previous thread was closed before I included download link.

I still have problems (in Z7 too) with SPR Z replays, I get replay OOS error.
(error in 15.29s - http://rapidshare.com/files/17 ... ablo_SO5_LX6_6th.zip.html)

idk if this is a bug or not but this is rly buggung me the fz5 dont have sloted and drilled disk brakes while every other car does

Quote from Fire_optikz001 :

idk if this is a bug or not but this is rly buggung me the fz5 dont have sloted and drilled disk brakes while every other car does

I think only the XRT / RB4 / FXO have drilled discs. Because they are sporty / upmarket models but not TOO sporty.

Very high performance cars and racing cars do not normally use slotted discs because they can fracture (and some other reasons).

Hi,

Dunno if you saw my post

http://www.lfsforum.net/showthread.php?p=1011745#post1011745

Or maybe should go in another section (like Improvements).

Cheers.

Quote from amp88 :

Sadly I'm having the exact same problem with Z7 as I was having previously. I'll attach another video but it's the same problem.

ATi Radeon HD3870X2 card.
Catalyst 8.12 drivers.

edit: Attached video.

Please could you - and anyone else with shadow problems - try this attached exe?

It's Z8 and I just tried using a different approach for new and old cards.

I think yours is classified as "new" and will benefit from this small change.

EDIT : Fix confirmed, attached exe removed - first post now changed to Z8.

Now fix the issues with the cars, LX4 has that numberplate bug and when u put the roof on and turn the wheel, the drivers arm comes trough the side. Also in XFG the drivers left foot is sticking trough the wheelarch. It seems like the driver has grown bigger

Quote from tonyonparas :

Now fix the issues with the cars

No, I'll do them when I feel like it.

Quote :

InSim : Traction Control and ABS are now reported in IS_NPL packet

Is there a plan to implement server commands which disallow the use of tc and/or abs?

Quote from germanpio :

Is there a plan to implement server commands which disallow the use of tc and/or abs?

I think by making it detectable via InSim, Scawen is leaving that up to 3rd parties to implement...much like enforcing the restrictions.

Quote from Scawen :

No, I'll do them when I feel like it.

Of course. I just ment that I think those would be the primary things to do in the next test patch.
I didn´t mean to rush you. I can see that you can get that feeling from my post.

Quote from germanpio :

Is there a plan to implement server commands which disallow the use of tc and/or abs?

I don't know, I just did what I could do quickly.

I'm about to stop working for the year so I am just trying to leave you with a stable test patch.

Quote from Scawen :

Please could you - and anyone else with shadow problems - try this attached exe?

It's Z8 and I just tried using a different approach for new and old cards.

I think yours is classified as "new" and will benefit from this small change.

From a quick test that appears to have fixed the problem!

I'll give it a more thorough test later (and hopefully others who had the problem will too), but this looks promising. Thanks.

Thanks again for the great new patch! (have to keep installing stuff!:schwitz

Quote from Scawen :

No, I'll do them when I feel like it.

Yeah, do them when you feel like it. Those are minor probs that don't bug me. Take more time into things people think they will enjoy, and make people play longer, not serious critics will get annoyed with.

The devs are quick!!!:jawdrop:

Well, thanks anyway!

Quote from tonyonparas :

Of course. I just ment that I think those would be the primary things to do in the next test patch.
I didn´t mean to rush you. I can see that you can get that feeling from my post.

Well, it just sounded like you were giving me an order, after I worked late last night and all morning.

Never mind anyway...

The LX4 fix is delayed because it creates a hotlap OOS.

Your working your ass of Scawen you deserve a brake. But January 5th back to work :P JK. Anyway Merry Christmas Scawen