Does playing GT5 in any ways affects real life driving(not racing)?

[RageVSFury]

As above for the main question but the wife reckons I 'draft' other cars before overtaking them

I'm guilty of drafting/slipstreaming before overtaking.
Also guilty of speeding,trying to max out my Mazda CX7 Turbo on a looong stretch of freeway(did not see any cars for a good hr) at 12 am (with the wife in passenger seat ).
I got it to 170km/h(105mph) and was still pulling strong,but had to back off before missus wakes up and gave me a mouthful lol.

Off topic;I couldn't believe how stable the CX7 was at speed,just rock solid.

 

[Short Bus]

I learned to drive on a track in a race set up car when I was 16, the night before I spent time on GT4 that made me feel a lot better at it. Then the day after this track driving, I went back on GT4 and cut all my laptimes by a good few seconds by applying techniques that I had picked up in real life.

👍

No matter what nitpicks anybody might have concerning flaws in the game's physics, when you can use it in that way it can very much be considered a simulator.

Right now I'm using GT for the same reason, to memorize the layout of the Nurburgring so I can make the best of my six laps around the track in a real car next summer.

 

[evilKnoxville]

I was about to open a similar thread... I once had a situation where I veered off the street, hit the grass and found my tail shaking all up; eventually, I was able to get the car back under control - thanks to GT and DFGT?

I don't know; but what I am also reading from this thread: let's hope government does not pay as much attention to driving (simulator) games as to first person shooters I think they (race games, etc.) are way more dangerous. People who play CoD, CounterStrike, etc. FPS in general, normally (at least in Europe) do not have easy access to guns, but people all over the world should have a fairly easy access to verhicles (which tend to do kill people, too).

 

[Hastatus]

After driving the X1 for hours I get into my car and find I have no trouble smoothly following my driving line or matching and even beating the times posted on the side of the road. Fortunately my car has very low PP.

 

[generationlost]

can GT5 help your driving on public roads? maybe just on the aspects of car handling and control, otherwise racing on a closed track and driving on a public road are two different things. You still need to learn and familiarize yourself with road rules and good habits.

where I live, hitting the curb when parallel parking during a road test is considered an automatic fail. I guess you can grab a few friends and and practice parking in the cockpit view in GT5

 

[ildd]

I'm 16 1/2, and living in Houston you kinda have to go faster than normal. I don't think my driving habits have changed from GT5->real life, but I drive a car that would probably have a 339 PP rating.

 

[dani_corvette]

Maybe if I happen to jump from the sofa into my car (actually my dad's car but whatever), during the first minutes I tend to be a bit aggressive, but I consider myself to be a responsible driver, and not at all your typical noob driver with three months of experience.
If I ever want to get the best out of the car I think I'll just pay a visit to Jarama Circuit, which happens to be very close since I live in Madrid. I know I won't get too much from a 156 bhp Dodge Avenger, but it's not a bad car either

 

[37kazzmark]

Well I love GT5 and have the full racing wheel setup, etc but too me it's just too far away from actual driving on the road with the road rules (different story for going go-karting or real racing), I just started driving 3 months ago and when going from my racing rig to my real life car (Mazda 323), I'm so focused on changing gears, braking, indicating, checking my surroundings that I just don't think about anything like I do in the game (which is racing lines, late breaking, overtaking,etc). As I mention before with real life racing those things I'm thinking about while play GT5 are the same things.. If 'ya' know what I mean.

 

[RUFin]

Yes if i played GT all week i drive much faster ...

If i had NO elektronics i would have been ok
Stupid fake sence of safety ESP stabilety crap.
Like ABS on snow ? nice

Cought me once,when I was giving a "lesson" to a Audi.Me driving my FF car and forget to switch ESP off.Threw my car to a highway junction(where I have practised 4wheel slides,no problem )with ESP on,waiting to throttle out.Engine cuts power and nothing happened.Back end keeps sliding and off I went.Tyre+rim broked.Winter time its sometimes scary when you start skidding and throttle gives you no pull.-You can use RL technics in GT.Otherways around,I wouldnt go to a "GT racers" car when he starts to show his "talent" in real life for the first time.But they have to.XD

 

[McZachenF1138]

I now always take the smoother line through bends, even if that means going into the oncoming lane, but not if there's a car coming of course. I also drive faster than would be normal through bends. I'm a bit, dare I say, competitive when I drive, even when there is no reason to be competitive such as everyday stop and go traffic.
I suppose I drive in the manner a race car driver would drive after lots of on track experience and getting used to that kind of driving style.

 

[Ben78]

Ironically for me (I'm 33), I'm probably one of the safest drivers on earth and now that I have a wheel (owner of a new G27, about a month or so), I drive a bit more safely in the game itself !

With a controller, I drive like a madman against the cpu, using the handbrake on almost every single turns at full speed without crashing, but with the wheel... I drive carefully and I have a hard time keeping a straight line and turning. Best time I have with the wheel and shifter is when I use the Fiat Lounge 500, because of it's speed, I can take any turn and shift without any problem.I think I have never crashed with it in the game, but with any other car, I usually end up in a wall.

But no, it doesn't affect my real life driving.

 

[kogunenjou]

I have a better feel for the throttle, handling, and braking now. I can take curves a bit faster, probably due in large part to my experience on the Nurburgring. Our roads are quite similar to it.

 

[Mubble]

I'm sorry, but I see no correlation between pushing left/right and x on a controller and driving a real car on real roads.

Perhaps experience in real driving means I know how to use manual gears on GT5 but there's nothing in a video game which I take on to the real road with me.

 

[istealteevees]

Its funny because I never thought someone would think the same way as me. Im currently 17 and I have my licensed G2 which allows me to drive alone, I play GT5 almost everyday and in a way it has improved my driving skills, I corner a lot better in my neighbourhood streets with the huge s bend turn which I hit those apexes I enjoy the pleasure of driving but I am a safe driver considering the safety of other drivers on the road. Fastest I've hit on a straight was 220 kph hehe 👍 but nonetheless I am still young and willing to learn from elders so I can collectively become a even better driver.

I love driving, I drive everyday so I gain more experience while I'm on the road

 

[RoadRocket77]

My GT5 racing style is all about clean, fair racing. I got a horrible lead foot when it comes to driving in real life, but I always follow the speed limit (plus or minus 10 mph)
Mainly I have noticed that I take corners more like you would on a race track. enter on the inside of the corner, gas it at the apex and finish on the outside of the corner (Right lane).

 

[seanneedscar]

Its funny because I never thought someone would think the same way as me. Im currently 17 and I have my licensed G2 which allows me to drive alone, I play GT5 almost everyday and in a way it has improved my driving skills, I corner a lot better in my neighbourhood streets with the huge s bend turn which I hit those apexes I enjoy the pleasure of driving but I am a safe driver considering the safety of other drivers on the road. Fastest I've hit on a straight was 220 kph hehe 👍 but nonetheless I am still young and willing to learn from elders so I can collectively become a even better driver.

I love driving, I drive everyday so I gain more experience while I'm on the road

You guys are FKing idiots

You got a 17 year old kid who is 'hitting apexes' in his neighborhood (WHICH BY THE WAY, means he is driving on the wrong side of the ****ing road)

You guys are going to get someone killed

Its a goddamn video game. I dont care if you have a $5k wheel. Driving a 900 hp race car on a video game has 0% translation to driving your mom's minivan at 40 mph

I bet you guys think counter strike makes you a better shooter too

 

[RoadRocket77]

You guys are FKing idiots

You got a 17 year old kid who is 'hitting apexes' in his neighborhood (WHICH BY THE WAY, means he is driving on the wrong side of the ****ing road)

You guys are going to get someone killed

Its a goddamn video game. I dont care if you have a $5k wheel. Driving a 900 hp race car on a video game has 0% translation to driving your mom's minivan at 40 mph

I bet you guys think counter strike makes you a better shooter too

come on, bro. it's all in good fun. Of course nobody in there right mind would blatently break the rules of the road because of a video game, but there are some things from playing GT5 that can actually help you in real life. I know they might be minimal, but hell, MOST people know the difference between real life and a friggen racing game. I'm not stupid enough to drive 150 mph on a crowded freeway in my truck just because I did the same on SSR7 in GT5.

 

[tosmo]

My GT5 driving style is a mix of aggressive cornering and overtaking, trying to shoot for the best line. I usually like slightly oversteering cars, but that can be tamed with subtle throttle and steering control.

My real driving though, is the exact opposite. I've had the opportunity to drive fairly powerful cars (mostly in the 200-300 HP range, and the notable Lambo Diablo, Ferrari 360 and 430), and I've had my share of scares too ( totalled a Ford Escort too ^^; )

So I've learned to take my time, and drive calmly. Sticking to speed limits, braking early and anticipating trafic changes.

I've also succumbed to some "hyper-mileing" traits, like trailing cars (with a minimum safety distance of course), slowing down using engine brake when approaching crossroads / lights instead of running there to stop and wait.

I've made it a point to try and improve my MPG, which means if I'm lended a car with 7-8 l/100km (25-30MPG), I'll give it back after a week of driving showing 6 l/100km (40MPG)

 

[daan]

Does GT5 effect how you drive?

Merged with existing thread.

 

[alex1369]

To me no, game will always be game no matter how real it looks....
real life is real life. If you crash in real life you dont have the button start new game, if your lucky you will start new game from hospital but with wheel chair.

Thats why computer/video games are made so we can play our dreams and fantasies....

 

[stormbringer]

Sure real life driving is very different compared to driving in a video game/simulation.

But it cannot be denied that GT does help a driver learn his driving theory.

Gt, after all, is a simulator/game. And simulators are in use in a variety of applications as a tool for beginners. one won't be able to fly an airplane after using microsofts flight simulator, but such a person will definitely have theoretical and operational knowledge. Which will reduce their learning process. Theory is very important.

 

[Rockspeny]

I agree with everyone that GT5 has a positive effect on real-life driving, especially when it is icy. However, I do sometimes expect to get rammed from behind under braking for roundabouts, lol.

 

[GReeK_W1ZaRd]

Im almost certain (I havent driven a car yet) that driving in GT5 doesnt make you a better driver in real life, but it helps you learn the tracks. As Kaz did:

While he was in the backstage during the 24h race in Nurburgring and having done more than 1000 laps, he was practicing. Also I think Vettel said that. I believe it to be true. But as far as driving is concrened......nah, I dont think so.

 

[Baron Blitz Red]

I have no problems distinguishing between real life driving and video game driving. It just worries me when I wish the people in real life could improve enough to actually drive as well as the AI in some of these games, and I've noticed there's an appalling lack of meter marking signs before the corners here...

Have a good one

 

[istealteevees]

You guys are FKing idiots

You got a 17 year old kid who is 'hitting apexes' in his neighborhood (WHICH BY THE WAY, means he is driving on the wrong side of the ****ing road)

You guys are going to get someone killed

Its a goddamn video game. I dont care if you have a $5k wheel. Driving a 900 hp race car on a video game has 0% translation to driving your mom's minivan at 40 mph

I bet you guys think counter strike makes you a better shooter too

Clearly I am still alive, and when I hit those bends it is 2 am @ night clearly there are no cars on the road -__- I dont care if you judge me or not because you dont know me.


thats funny cause you speak of counter strike, shooting games don't get you anywhere as it requires physical skill. My brothers a cop and you wouldn't think I would know.


#cantshootdowndreams

 

[tosmo]

Clearly I am still alive, and when I hit those bends it is 2 am @ night clearly there are no cars on the road -__- I dont care if you judge me or not because you dont know me.


thats funny cause you speak of counter strike, shooting games don't get you anywhere as it requires physical skill. My brothers a cop and you wouldn't think I would know.


#cantshootdowndreams

One day, you'll cross paths with [ an inebriated driver / young (and dumb) driver like you / family of 4-5 in a minivan / Trooper ] (pick your poison) while "piloting the crap out of your beater like a champ", and the resulting crash will have you dead (at best) or [maimed / stuck on a wheelchair / paralyzed from the neck down / missing limbs or organs] (pick many poisons) and you'll realize how foolish it is to think the public road is your personal racing circuit.

Worse even, you might just run over a pedestrian, and you'll be unharmed but will have to live with the guilt of having killed someone ( not to mention doing time for "manslaughter" or whatever you might get charged, and paying damages to the family till the rest of your life ...)

Your actions are *never* without consequences ...

If you want to race, go to a proper race track, not on public roads... Street racing doesn't enlarge one's ****

edit : I wrote this on the heat of the moment, but I stand by my words ... I have seen enough twisted metal to know that bad decisions such as there cost lives, and not only the driver's ...

 

[adamotten]

Not driven a car in the real world before, I think playing GT5 gives me an advantage over those who don't play it.

 

[GReeK_W1ZaRd]

One day, you'll cross paths with [ an inebriated driver / young (and dumb) driver like you / family of 4-5 in a minivan / Trooper ] (pick your poison) while "piloting the crap out of your beater like a champ", and the resulting crash will have you dead (at best) or [maimed / stuck on a wheelchair / paralyzed from the neck down / missing limbs or organs] (pick many poisons) and you'll realize how foolish it is to think the public road is your personal racing circuit.

Worse even, you might just run over a pedestrian, and you'll be unharmed but will have to live with the guilt of having killed someone ( not to mention doing time for "manslaughter" or whatever you might get charged, and paying damages to the family till the rest of your life ...)

Your actions are *never* without consequences ...

If you want to race, go to a proper race track, not on public roads... Street racing doesn't enlarge one's ****

edit : I wrote this on the heat of the moment, but I stand by my words ... I have seen enough twisted metal to know that bad decisions such as there cost lives, and not only the driver's ...

To be able to accelarate safely on public roads and reach speeds over the normal -> reckless driving, you have to be at minimum a driver for 30 years. And still, something might go wrong. Stealing your dad's car and driving around like crazy after you've had some beers with your friends, messing around in the city is your death penalty. There isnt enough practice in GT5 that can fix that. Btw, obviously im not talking about you, generally speaking......

 

[istealteevees]

One day, you'll cross paths with [ an inebriated driver / young (and dumb) driver like you / family of 4-5 in a minivan / Trooper ] (pick your poison) while "piloting the crap out of your beater like a champ", and the resulting crash will have you dead (at best) or [maimed / stuck on a wheelchair / paralyzed from the neck down / missing limbs or organs] (pick many poisons) and you'll realize how foolish it is to think the public road is your personal racing circuit.

Worse even, you might just run over a pedestrian, and you'll be unharmed but will have to live with the guilt of having killed someone ( not to mention doing time for "manslaughter" or whatever you might get charged, and paying damages to the family till the rest of your life ...)

Your actions are *never* without consequences ...

If you want to race, go to a proper race track, not on public roads... Street racing doesn't enlarge one's ****

edit : I wrote this on the heat of the moment, but I stand by my words ... I have seen enough twisted metal to know that bad decisions such as there cost lives, and not only the driver's ...

How do you assume Im driving a beater? you dont know me..why judge if you dont know.

Also I understand from your perspective but I dont go flying when I know theres cars out on the road as I said I go out @ 2 am..I live in a rural area so theres never cars out. & I stated on my earlier post I consider the safety of other drivers, if im going to hurt someone ill be hurting myself.

 

[ANNIHILATOR90]

Awareness, I'd say no, as mentioned earlier, that's incomparable really. A small screen where you're racing on a private circuit compared to a 360° open world with real traffic and rules, that is definitely different. I also miss something like easy use of side/rear view mirrors in GT5 (it's there, but not exactly practical)... and so does GT5's AI apparently as they always stick to the "perfect" racing line even though I'm right next to them.
If you mean awareness on a GT5 circuit versus a real circuit then I don't know.

I wouldn't know about technique, I'd need a steering wheel to have a saying in it. Although I do feel like you get insight in something like a virtual driving line (and that can be on a road/track you've never driven on), as well as when to brake, accelerate, shift up/down, etc.