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Super sampling options added....in a fasion.
http://steamcommunity.com/games/234630/announcements/detail/583609044408921536
So i have spent a long time changing settings and reading up on what works and what does not, which leads me to this thread.
My hope is that we can discuss tips and tricks to make the game run at its best for VR, all other regular discussions about the game itself would be better over in the PC game section.
here is the blurb form the steam update...
From that the most important part for me was "\Users\<username>\Documents\Project CARS" and are the files with XML extension
Since i had commited to playing in VR rather than regular, i wanted to start from scratch with my visual settings.
The other main part is lowering expectations with the graphics, i know it sounds harsh but with this game in VR, the detail is nowhere near as sharp as you want it to be. Jaggies and jerking are the two main culprits for me.
For a reference point, I am using [email protected], 8gb 1600 ram and a 980gtx.
Here are my settings:
G-force and world movement affect the bouncing and acceleration the camera reacts to. for me these are just right, setting to 100 will be more dramatic when clipping bumps etc.
Flare/bloom and all that jazz just blinded me! don't get me wrong, i love the realism that gives but it is a performance hit. maybe i will apply it again and see.
TFx16 is what most people suggest, everything else is as mentioned before. I read that frames ahead might be better at 2, i tried it and it made the movement jerky.
Shared devices is meant to be for wheels and other accessories. didn't seem to hurt putting it on, considering how many extra items are plugged in using the vive. Jitter set at 4, some say 0 is fine, others say 2..
I have seen no difference (or certainly performance increase!) in cranking things above low. Here is a video showing all the differences in adjust the graphic options:
https://youtu.be/wdUmhUhSgYk
As you are probably aware, its a good looking game as standard, its a case of stepping it back a bit and removing the jaggies.
I run DS2X and is nice and smooth, i have read about people using higher tahn that with a better setup and it helps even more. I have not tried using FXAA and SMAA instead.
Only other thing to add so far is that i use a 360 pad and have to adjust the seating position in the game menu to get it just right. World scaling is within that same option and that just shrinks or enlarges the car/driver to suit your own proportions.
I hope this is of some use to other VR users, please tell me if you find any other useful tips!
http://steamcommunity.com/games/234630/announcements/detail/583609044408921536
So i have spent a long time changing settings and reading up on what works and what does not, which leads me to this thread.
My hope is that we can discuss tips and tricks to make the game run at its best for VR, all other regular discussions about the game itself would be better over in the PC game section.
here is the blurb form the steam update...
The next Project CARS patch is now live on Steam. This one brings a host of Virtual Reality improvements, and features full HTC Vive support. We support SteamVR's room customization option when using the HTC Vive, so whenever you're in the game menus, you'll see the SteamVR room in the background. This allows you to customize the look of the 3D space surrounding the menus via the SteamVR Workshop. We're looking forward to seeing all the creative Project CARS themed custom backgrounds that our fans come up with. 
We've also implemented the often-requested VR mouse support, Gaze control support, and the ability to seamlessly swap between them and use them along with Custom Controllers and Gamepads.
Due to the extent of the Virtual Reality updates, we strongly recommend that you delete the configuration files that store the various settings. These are found in "\Users\<username>\Documents\Project CARS" and are the files with XML extension.
Project CARS - PC Patch 11.0
Virtual Reality
* HTC Vive support
* Gaze control implemented, providing hands-free interaction with the User Interface
* Mouse pointer control in HMD view implemented
* Photo mode is now fully functional
* Depth of Field effects now work correctly
* The game will now retain controller focus when the player removes the HMD
* Improved rendering system for Crepuscular rays and Sun flares
* Improved rendering of dirt and rain drops on Helmet visor
* Improved the default seat position
* Improved the default HUD position
* Improved default camera settings to prevent the car tilting independently from the player at steep inclines
* Fixed a refresh issue on the UI when returning from a race to the main menu
We've also implemented the often-requested VR mouse support, Gaze control support, and the ability to seamlessly swap between them and use them along with Custom Controllers and Gamepads.
Due to the extent of the Virtual Reality updates, we strongly recommend that you delete the configuration files that store the various settings. These are found in "\Users\<username>\Documents\Project CARS" and are the files with XML extension.
Project CARS - PC Patch 11.0
Virtual Reality
* HTC Vive support
* Gaze control implemented, providing hands-free interaction with the User Interface
* Mouse pointer control in HMD view implemented
* Photo mode is now fully functional
* Depth of Field effects now work correctly
* The game will now retain controller focus when the player removes the HMD
* Improved rendering system for Crepuscular rays and Sun flares
* Improved rendering of dirt and rain drops on Helmet visor
* Improved the default seat position
* Improved the default HUD position
* Improved default camera settings to prevent the car tilting independently from the player at steep inclines
* Fixed a refresh issue on the UI when returning from a race to the main menu
Since i had commited to playing in VR rather than regular, i wanted to start from scratch with my visual settings.
The other main part is lowering expectations with the graphics, i know it sounds harsh but with this game in VR, the detail is nowhere near as sharp as you want it to be. Jaggies and jerking are the two main culprits for me.
For a reference point, I am using [email protected], 8gb 1600 ram and a 980gtx.
Here are my settings:
G-force and world movement affect the bouncing and acceleration the camera reacts to. for me these are just right, setting to 100 will be more dramatic when clipping bumps etc.
Flare/bloom and all that jazz just blinded me! don't get me wrong, i love the realism that gives but it is a performance hit. maybe i will apply it again and see.
TFx16 is what most people suggest, everything else is as mentioned before. I read that frames ahead might be better at 2, i tried it and it made the movement jerky.
Shared devices is meant to be for wheels and other accessories. didn't seem to hurt putting it on, considering how many extra items are plugged in using the vive. Jitter set at 4, some say 0 is fine, others say 2..
I have seen no difference (or certainly performance increase!) in cranking things above low. Here is a video showing all the differences in adjust the graphic options:
https://youtu.be/wdUmhUhSgYk
As you are probably aware, its a good looking game as standard, its a case of stepping it back a bit and removing the jaggies.
I run DS2X and is nice and smooth, i have read about people using higher tahn that with a better setup and it helps even more. I have not tried using FXAA and SMAA instead.
Only other thing to add so far is that i use a 360 pad and have to adjust the seating position in the game menu to get it just right. World scaling is within that same option and that just shrinks or enlarges the car/driver to suit your own proportions.
I hope this is of some use to other VR users, please tell me if you find any other useful tips!
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