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Finally we release Castle Combe for GPL![]()
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This track is our representation of Castle Combe, sometime post-war and pre-modern day. We have tried to recreate, as accurately as possible, the altitudes and feel of what, in real life, is known for being a bumpy track.
Part of our overall aim was also to make a track which was a little bit closer to the real thing than most of the original 11 are. We always felt that they were a bit lifeless and *too clean*. We wanted to be brought a few steps closer to being there for real - especially from cockpit view.
Yes, we know that is impossible (it's just a game right? but we wanted a dirty, irregular, natural feel about the track. We wanted suspension parts moving all the time and we wanted objects spread about the track and not presented in picture perfect but unnatural mathematical rows. This is what we tried to acheive.
If we really got that right? We could tell you one thing but that wouldn't be worth didley. The only way for you to really know is to install it and run it yourself. Then you will know without the shadow of a doubt
If the track seems a bit unforgiving, practice moreIt's worth it - the track is very rewarding when you get it right.
A few notes:
There are 4 different versions of the track for you to download. They cater for your different needs regarding FPS.
Needless to say, all versions have exactly the same physics - the only difference is in appearance.
Speaking of appearance - all textures for Castle Combe are originals and made specifically for this track. They are all 4-bit with the exception of the 16-bit sky.
As a matter of interest we could, and will, mention that the base for the grass is actually Fredriks bathroom carpet and the tarmac is based on a photo of part of his old sofa. The sky is a mix of a Southern Swedish winter day and images from Australian Severe Weather ( http://australiansevereweather.simplenet.com ).
The crowd is made from scratch and they all wear Paul Smith, Hugo Boss, Vivienne Westwood, Armani, etc. We think it's safe to say that it is prolly the best dressed crowd in GPLThe originals for the people were taken from the First View site ( http://www.firstview.com ) and their catwalk piccies. Excellent resource for budding track builders to create new crowds.
An alternative trackcam is available for download. It is more suited to view online racing as it shows more of the track and more cars at every camera angle.
A tip for learning the track is to turn in early, use four gears only and, if possible, to stick to the grey stuff
So what are you waiting for?
People and aliens alike: go download it! It's right here http://www.designerslaboratory.com/gpl waiting for you
Michael Cotchin & Fredrik Nornemark
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