Does this game still feel realistic even with a dualshock 3?

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I want to get into simulation racing but I don't have the money to buy a wheel, and this game looks really good. I've played the demos for games like NFS Shift, GRID, and Dirt 2, but I know that those games are arcade/sim hybrids so even though they're fun they don't appeal to me because I know that what I'm playing is not how a real car would respond necessarily.

I know that the physics in GT5 are really good, but if I play with a dualshock 3 will I still be able to feel the realism and learn how the car responds and things like that? Like if I drove a car in real life and then drove the same car in GT5 would they feel similar even though one is with a wheel and one is with a controller? Could driving in GT5 with a controller even make you a better driver in real life?
 
i used a controller from gt1 untill about 1 year ago. its what got me hooked on the game. works great, youll feel every change made to car settings.
 
K thanks, and also how does the analog stick steering feel like? Is it like Dirt and GRID where you have to make small fine movements with the analog stick because of its sensitivity, or is it more like Forza where at top speeds if you move the stick all the way to one side the wheel will turn very slowly? How is the sensitivity with the analog stick?
 
Is using your thumb to hold down the X button the same as using your foot to step on the throttle? No. In terms of how it "feels" though, it does feel like less of an arcade racing game than most.
 
i only use the d pad, buy friends swear by the sticks. sensitivity is adjustable to your liking.
 
dsan224
K thanks, and also how does the analog stick steering feel like? Is it like Dirt and GRID where you have to make small fine movements with the analog stick because of its sensitivity, or is it more like Forza where at top speeds if you move the stick all the way to one side the wheel will turn very slowly? How is the sensitivity with the analog stick?
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There's actually a setting that changes your sensitivity, from -2 to 7. Less means smooth, more means sharp. A nice addition since analog sticks lack a large steering range.
 
when i use a controller. i use d pad to steer. right trigger for gas and square button for brake. my friends use both sticks. i cant play like that to save my life.
 
I prefer the triggers. Using the analog for gas & brakes feels awkward to me.. I also loose a bit of time when I switch between them.
 
dsan224
Do you guys prefer accelerating/braking with the triggers or with the right analog stick?
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Right analog stick since GT2, this way, with practice you can even adjust the throttle and braking with care 👍
 
If you can be fully satisfied with the overwhelming quality of graphics used in the game, I think you can feel the reality the directors had long been seeking for in creating the game even without an exclusive wheel, but of course you should be able to realize how the game is intended to be produced with more realistic features once you get stuck on the taste of control of each automobile in GT5.
 
dsan224
I want to get into simulation racing but I don't have the money to buy a wheel, and this game looks really good. I've played the demos for games like NFS Shift, GRID, and Dirt 2, but I know that those games are arcade/sim hybrids so even though they're fun they don't appeal to me because I know that what I'm playing is not how a real car would respond necessarily.

I know that the physics in GT5 are really good, but if I play with a dualshock 3 will I still be able to feel the realism and learn how the car responds and things like that? Like if I drove a car in real life and then drove the same car in GT5 would they feel similar even though one is with a wheel and one is with a controller? Could driving in GT5 with a controller even make you a better driver in real life?
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lol.
Dude,you just cannot make such comparisons like that.
Nothing will/can compare to real life driving situations.
Racing in GT5 is in a controlled environment.
For example;real life drivers act very differently to the AI drivers in-game.
Another example; I own the Mazda CX7(real life),and compared to the MX Crossport Concept in-game,they both feel very different to drive and handle.

In-game MX Crossport Concept
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Not a pic of my car,but same colour.
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dsan224
I know that the physics in GT5 are really good, but if I play with a dualshock 3 will I still be able to feel the realism and learn how the car responds and things like that? Like if I drove a car in real life and then drove the same car in GT5 would they feel similar even though one is with a wheel and one is with a controller? Could driving in GT5 with a controller even make you a better driver in real life?
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Short answer no. Even if it's a good sim, GT5 as some weird stuff going on physics wise that wouldnt work in real. Braking is also far from what you would get in a real car. You have to remember it's a game, made by programmer, that tries to recreate real life situation. However when you see that putting the front of the car higher than the back works to get faster time on some tracks, you know something is wrong with the car.
What GT5 can teach you in real life is how to take a corner, not to come with too much speed in etc.. but other than that no.
 
Ds3 wont give you a realistic experience. Still fun though

Wheel, a wheel with good ffb gives you somewhat of a good driving experience.
Still real life driving is very very different.
 
RageVSFury
lol.
Dude,you just cannot make such comparisons like that.
Nothing will/can compare to real life driving situations.
Racing in GT5 is in a controlled environment.
For example;real life drivers act very differently to the AI drivers in-game.
Another example; I own the Mazda CX7(real life),and compared to the MX Crossport Concept in-game,they both feel very different to drive and handle.

In-game MX Crossport Concept
Mazda-MX-Crossport-Concept_2.jpg


Not a pic of my car,but same colour.
22868259.jpg
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They have different tyre, the concept seems to be fitted with sports hard while you car as almost everybody's car would probably be fitted with comfort medium or comfort soft. But anyway are they the same engine?
 
dsan224
I want to get into simulation racing but I don't have the money to buy a wheel, and this game looks really good. I've played the demos for games like NFS Shift, GRID, and Dirt 2, but I know that those games are arcade/sim hybrids so even though they're fun they don't appeal to me because I know that what I'm playing is not how a real car would respond necessarily.

I know that the physics in GT5 are really good, but if I play with a dualshock 3 will I still be able to feel the realism and learn how the car responds and things like that? Like if I drove a car in real life and then drove the same car in GT5 would they feel similar even though one is with a wheel and one is with a controller? Could driving in GT5 with a controller even make you a better driver in real life?
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I use the controller as I'm paralyzed from the waist down. I use the triggers as I have way more throttle control and I use the left analog stick to steer (d pad is useless, it's impossible to get a smooth turn). If you want the best experience though you have to get a wheel. You can find a driving force GT for pretty cheap.

Now as far as making you a better driver in real life. Yes and no. Gran Turismo is the closest thing to a simulator on a console but it does have its limits. At the same time GT Academy converts gamers to drivers so it must be somewhat realistic.

I highly recommend you get it. I have to say that I really don't like the off-line in this game but online is a whole lot of fun once you find some good drivers. If you don't plan on racing online I would suggest not getting it.
 
diegorborges
Right analog stick since GT2, this way, with practice you can even adjust the throttle and braking with care 👍
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Same here. Don't like the triggers on the back as they took a bit of getting used to compared to the old buttons(e.g., rapid downshifts in a FGT used to be easier but now require a bit more coordination, I reckon). I much prefer the sticks to the X button and D-pad on the first PS though.

I like playing GT with a controller and I find it's still realistic enough to seperate GT from other console games I've played. I bought a few other driving games waiting for GT5 to come out but they all sucked. I don't think it's the position of the controls that makes GT as good as it is....it's good however you play it IMHO:tup:
 
I am pretty new too and using a controller and i'd say yes its realistic. I have tried a wheel set up and its great and better, but if your a skilled gamer u will get just about the same out the game with a dual shock. A wheel is faster and better if you have the skill to master. Also the wheel is handier doing the license challenges it gives you the edge when your scraping off Hundredths. In short using a controller is not a problem in GT5 its pretty realistic and more than fine, but for total realism get a wheel.

I also played all the other driving games you mention. No problem on the dual shock there also. Even though GT5 has more to think about, it can be as simple or as complicated as you want. You can change all the settings like sensitivity to suit your style. Feathering the throttle and subtle handbraking are easy with a dual shock. Although they take a right battering be warned. I got a new dual shock last fall and its totalled after 3 months of GT5 lol
 
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I think gt5 will help you in real world driving. I drive in real life and I feel more confident drive know since playing gt5. Something I don't hear mentioned much, the link with gt5 and real life comes down to eye coordination. When you drive a real car your turning, braking and accelerating you control based on what you see. The same goes for gt5. The braking points, acceleration and cornering speeds may not be 100% accurate but it is very close to real. I did some testing with the gt5 car compare to the real life car and the cars performance is very close to real life so thats a bonus. I am able to make better judgements in real life because of my gt5 experience. One tip try to drive perfect, no accidents and use low grip tires with little driving aids. The better you do at this the more it will help you.
 
turpz
Although they take a right battering be warned. I got a new dual shock last fall and its totalled after 3 months of GT5 lol
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I'm still on my original 2 controllers and the fat playstation from when prologue came out.....maybe I've just been lucky even though they do get dropped and knocked about a bit.

I've probably jinxed myself now though:dunce:
 
Using the Logitech Wheel with GT5 is probably the best way to play this game. Most people wouldn't agree until they got a wheel for themselves. They are kinda cheap now so go pick one up. Playing with a controller you gotta use 2 hands with the wheel you can sit back and play with one hand while having a quick cigarette in the other haha.
 
madeye
Playing with a controller you gotta use 2 hands with the wheel you can sit back and play with one hand while having a quick cigarette in the other haha.
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Ah but with a controller I get to see how quickly I can hit the start button at the start of each lap.....it's like a whole other game, man:cool:
 
daft biker
I'm still on my original 2 controllers and the fat playstation from when prologue came out.....maybe I've just been lucky even though they do get dropped and knocked about a bit.

I've probably jinxed myself now though:dunce:
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You are not the only one,my bro
 
I ended up turning it up to 7 in stages to get the 'feel' and response right but yes after a short while you are really driving the car and getting feedback that you learn to interpret correctly as time goes by. Now I've got a wheel I had to relearn the whole thing! But I now love the wheel, although I do keep in practice with the Dualshock too.
 
I wouldn't even compare GT5 to any of the games in the OP. I haven't played most other racing games, but I have unfortunately played Shift 2... GT5 is forgiving to us DS3 users. Learning to play the game with the DS3 isn't nearly as difficult as it is for other racing games. I would like to get a wheel... maybe soon, to try it out that way, but for now, I'm fine with the DS3. 30 of 60 gold licenses, including all the S tests shows that anyone can play fine with the DS3.

OP, buy the game and give it a go. You won't be disappointed!
 
dr3w
They have different tyre, the concept seems to be fitted with sports hard while you car as almost everybody's car would probably be fitted with comfort medium or comfort soft. But anyway are they the same engine?
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Spec wise,everything seems similar..
Yeah I get what you're saying mate with the tyres,as i've tried putting comfort soft on the in-game car and still it feels very different to my car(driving wise).
In real life,my car drives a lot faster(in terms of gear changes) in auto or manual mode.
In game,I don't really feel or sense the turbo kicking in.
Feels more like a naturally aspirated engine.
Only thing that my car can relate to the in-game car's character is its stability during high speed.
Then again,most of GT5's cars are pretty stable during high speed.
 
I had used the ds3 controller for about a year with the game, then someone lent me a GTF pro wheel, and it was like "wow! this is amazing"; the driving is nearly completely intuitive, i remember thinking whilst doing a lap of Nordschleife "im just not going to crash, because i dont in real life and this is sooo real!"

But its a lot more "serious" with the wheel, and you can't push the car over the edge and recover nearly so easily with the wheel and physically its more demanding. More of a workout.

Ive reverted back to the ds3 more from sheer laziness than anything else.

I have it so the analogue r1 and r1 triggers are my brake and accelerate and left stick steer, right stick gear change back and forward down and up. It took a while to get used to , but now its great.

Yes, you can feel the car well with the ds3, but u need to be super precise with your input movements to get the best handling.

I race 100% with all aids off completely and sports hard tyres for non racing cars and racing hards for racing cars. All for fun. My laptimes suck badly, but I love the engagement factor and differences between the cars that this setup gives.

Ill dig out the wheel again over the weekend... it's been a while.

Definitely don't worry about using a ds3 with the game. A lot of the posts on here are a bit fanatical about wheels. You can have enormous engagement with the ds3 controller. It's much more realistic with a wheel for sure, but both have their pros and cons.
 

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