If you are interested in sim racing, you likely look for any improvements in your performance as you likely work hard to get better.
One of the best ways to do that is through using a virtual reality (VR) headset. You can get the most out of a race with a VR headset because it enables you to feel like you’re actually pacing the race.
However, since there are so many options available, which one is right for you could be confusing that’s where this review of Automobilista 2 in VR should help.
Here, we would discuss how the game plays out in VR, what settings work, what other drivers are saying in reviews, and what our opinions are.
So if having said that, if you are demo racing in VR, let’s start and go through the complete guide step by step.
Table of Contents
- Does Automobilista 2 have VR?
- How do you use VR in Automobilista 2?
- AMS2 VR Headset Compatibility
- 1. Oculus Rift
- 2. Valve Index
- 3. HTC Vive
- 4. Windows VR Mixed Reality
- Automobilista 2 VR System Requirements
- Minimum Requirements:
- Recommended Requirements
- Recommended VR Graphics setting
- Automobilista 2 VR performance
- Is Automobilista 2 VR worth it?
- Conclusion:
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Does Automobilista 2 have VR?
Yes, it is, If you are using the Steam VR platform you will be able to use AMS2 in VR. To do so you would want to follow this path Steam->Play->launch in VR.
The good news is that the requirements to run Automobilista 2 in VR are not so high, so you won’t have to go through the pain of having extremely strong equipment.
The only requirement you need is purchasing a graphics card above GTX680 that contains above 4GB of RAM and there are no issues.
How do you use VR in Automobilista 2?
For you to get started with VR you’ll want to be using Steam VR.
Here’s the step by step process you’ll need to follow:
- Open Steam VR
- Go to Steam VR settings
- Select Automobilista 2 on “Manage video settings”
- “Motion smoothing” to “Enabled”
- Set “FOV” to 140
- Click Play and a pop-up window will open
- Select “launch Automobilista 2 on SteamVR”
- Launch AMS2 and start playing
AMS2 VR Headset Compatibility
Let’s now have a look at the entire Automobilista 2 headset device compatibility according to the most popular VR brands including Oculus and HTC Vive.
- Oculus Rift
- Valve Index
- HTC Vive
- Windows Mixed Reality
Let’s now have a look at each of these VR headsets for Automobilista 2.
1. Oculus Rift
Due to the fact that it is arguably the most advanced VR brand, it is logical that the Oculus Rift is suitable for the use of Automobilista 2.
After trying out the device several times, I am sure that it is a VR device that will give you a rather good experience while playing Automobilista 2.
2. Valve Index
Once again, as long as your computer is built correctly, the Valve index can run Automobilista 2.
Valves headset also has a little over the resolution that the Oculus rift has so if I were to recommend a headset for whomever for use in VR I would tell them to use this one.
3. HTC Vive
The HTC Vive is also fully compatible with Automobilista 2, and as with the other headsets, you’ll just need to make Sure that your PC meets the requirements necessary.
When compared against the other brands on this list, the HTC Vive is the most expensive headset but it does come with some astounding features that drags your racing experience to a whole new level.
4. Windows VR Mixed Reality
What Windows Mixed Reality cannot do is being at the same level like Rift or HTC Vive in terms of the Oculus Rift or HTC Vive but nevertheless it works with Automobilista 2.
You still will be set using Windows Mixed Reality and while it does not have as high quality as other headsets, if you are trying to save money or do not have the right specs then it would suffice.
Automobilista 2 VR System Requirements
So, having looked at all the possible VR headsets that can be used with the simulator, let us move a step forward and see the required specifications Automobilista 2 VR is expected to run.
As you can see I’ve presented both Minimum and Recommended Specs, just remember that these are the ranges allowed for you to run the software and with the Recommended specs you are sure to fully enjoy the vr experience.
Minimum Requirements:
- CPU Processor: 3.5 GHz Intel Core i5 3450 or AMD FX-8350
- Memory: 8 GB of RAM
- GPU Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or AMD
- Disk Space: 50 GB
Recommended Requirements
- CPU Processor: Intel Core i7 8700K / AMD Ryzen7 2700X
- Memory: 16 GB of RAM
- GPU Graphics Card: NVidia GTX 1080Ti or equivalent
- Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection
Recommended VR Graphics setting
In terms of graphics settings, you’ll still want to be careful and make sure they’re properly set to avoid frame drops, as it can really ruin your VR experience.
In terms of visible cars for example, you can play around between 10 and 15 though I would not exaggerate too much as it can start to overload the system.
Automobilista 2 VR performance
Another thing is that each PC is not the same and having better GPU and processors will without a doubt improve better performance.
However, the average person gets around 50-60 FPS when playing Automobilista 2 on VR, which I believe to be a good amount considering it’s a baseline.
You will likely still be able to play the game but might have to adjust the graphics settings unless you want to have game crashes so it is better to have a PC that meets the standard requirements.
Is Automobilista 2 VR worth it?
Why yes it is. If you have one of the mentioned VR headsets and have the right specs for your PC, then get ready for an awesome time.
Racing games have always been a blast in VR and with titles like Automobilista 2, its only going to get better for you.
Fantastic Racing is not far behind iRacing or even ACC in terms of VR implementation so it’s also something I am sure people would want to try out in the near future.
Conclusion:
So that’s it, a definitive and complete guide on Automobilista 2 VR! I hope this article was of help to you and it helped you clear any of the doubts you had.
In order to ensure that your Virtual Reality Racing sessions go smoothly, remember to check that your Steam VR configurations and computer standards are satisfying.
If you want to try out a nice racing game that has a fully developed VR implementation, then Automobilista 2 has just the right solution for you!
As usual, happy sim racing! 😛
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