Racing Terminology???
938047
Not sure about the racing terminology used in Canada, but in the US you will not see the terms "exactor" or "trifector" to mean "exacta" or "trifecta".  I go to the track quite often and read/study the programs/forms, so I think I'm not off base here.  When I saw those terms being used, I thought to myself, this lady has no clue about TB racing.  I did see later on that the correct terms were being used. Maybe her editor caught it then -- not sure. That being said, she does put together a good story and I plan to read more of her work.
3537821
I was hoping for a better more indepth action of quality here at INDY such as we can find in Forza Motor sport and NASCAR 2005 Chase for the cup even being a bit better as far as race action and graphics compared to this repeat of Indy 500. Don't see much difference in "2005"!

I was a bit discouraged by the arcade like graphics and lack of higher quality race action that I am wanting for an INDY simulator. I want some high quality INDY and nobody has delivered!

Not bad. Fun but a little weak. For example when you stop in the pit the car just pulls into a ghost town and pulls out real quick instead of a crew coming out and completing the job. Not a big deal but the over all game play is a tad toy like as well!

Im looking forward to "ToCa Racer 2006" this winter where we should see some Sprinter and Grand Prix racing with extream quality and eye candy.

This INDY 500 2005 is not bad but we have moved up from this level in my opinion and we really want extream quality and details with our game play and beautiful eye candy graphics!

This is lacking this!

Buy at your own risk..........................................
2429828
They needed to come up with a different name for this game. The focus is now on internet races rather than beating the clock and/or ai controlled opponents. The online races are very difficult and are offered 10 to 20 minutes before they actually begin. That means you have to qualify and wait around for the race to begin; boring and not at all entertaining. They claim to be adding dlc to offer some racing more like the game we knew in the past.
Dont buy now, wait to see if they bring back the game most of us thought we were buying in the first place!
1218394
When I first popped  "Nascar Heat" into my X-Box I have to admit, I was a little disappointed.  The graphics don't look as impressive as they do with "Nascar Thunder". But as I started to play they game I realized there was no comparison.  The race cars have a better feel about them.  If you play in the Hardcore mode, (No driver aids) the way I always do, you quickly realize this game is tough too beat.  It's harder to win than any other racing game I have.  (That's saying a lot.)  Both "Thunder" and "Heat have problems with their two road racing courses, way too much slow down.  "Heat" is almost impossible to drive on the two road courses with the driving aids turned off.  But on the short Nascar ovals "Heat" has it all over "Thunder".  The one funny thing about "Heat" is that there is no way to speed up the process when a yellow comes out.  You have to wait for the pits to open, (Just like the real Nascar) and then you have to wait several laps before going back to green.  My advice, get up and stretch and have a cup and coffee, and be ready to go back to green. Can't wait for this game to get updated.  Now  get out there and buy a racing wheel and pedals, and you'll never go back to hand controllers again.
4781261
Such as what to expect at an SCCA event as far as tech inspections, and equipment checks, and what not.  It also provides several different viewpoints from different drivers.  It, at times, is almost like sitting around the table with the guys, and discussing racing.
It IS a little lite on content in some places.  Speed Secrets is as good if not better for the beginner, along with Going Faster!  For more in-depth coverage of the topics.
37793
Excellent detailed coverage of this series of races - well researched and illustrated. Essential reading for people researching this period of racing.
3504882
Although I have already gotten into racing, this was a great book!!  I wish it was around when I started!

If you have EVER thought of getting into racing, you need to read this book.  You don't have to be a millionaire to get into it!
3102346
My nephew loves this game!! I had Gran Turismo 5 and consider this game very similar, but if you haven't play GT5, this is a must have.

Gran Turismo is more a simulator than a racing game, do not expect gameplay similar to Need For Speed, GT6 is more technical and you can just go fast all the time expecting the car won't get out of the road :D
121059
Very good read and brought back memories of a racing era that had lots of experimentation and lots to learn.  A definite read for the racing enthusiast.
2478994
Did not like this game. Playing two players is frustrating and the game often takes a super long time to load. Ultimately, it doesn't get played much because of difficulties between the races. The racing just isn't good enough to warrant the effort.
4189796
WOW,This game is awesome. Hell with NASCAR, Dirt is where its at!

Power sliding thru the turns  and pulling wheelies down the straights makes this game the best racing one i've ever played. Can't stop playing it. Hope RATBAG makes future games with sprints or modifieds with guys like Pauch, Horton, Hearn, Brightbill, etc.....
2574319
We play this game on "Game Nights" we have about every 2 months.  You must describe a thing to your team without using certain taboo words.  It's a fun game once you learn two tricks:
1.  Do you best to think of synonyms to describe things.  For instance if the word is "cake" and words like "eat" and "dessert" are taboo, you might describe it as a confection you consume.
2.  The timer isn't nearly long enough for a decent round.  We usually double the time for each round.  Lose the buzzer too.  It's annoying.  I just usually make a Family Feud type buzzing sound.
2926395
I played forza first but I always heard that gran turismo is better. I must say it is much more detailed from the last forza I played which was three. The tuning in this one is pretty complex but you can get multiple set ups that will win a race but some events can be difficult to beat. I don't have a wheel and pedal set up otherwise this would be a lot of fun. I really don't like the way the menu is set up, it takes a while to move through menu screens and its frozen before when I tried going back from one screen to another. It's a game you could spend a lot of time playing!
1222058
One of the best racing games I've ever bought.. My kids love it all my nieces love it and me and my friends love it too!! :D it's a great game!
965116
Best racing fiction I have read to date. There are also nicely detailed passages on flying and sailing. Very enjoyable read.
3360255
Unfortunately, AFAIK, this is the only way to see any part of the TT in the United States nowadays.  Very well put together (consolidating a week's worth of practice, qualifying, and racing into 4 hours and make coherent is no easy task, I'm sure).

I pick this up every September to get the current year's TT race highlights.
3083254
Random racing anecdotes: not an actual racing tutorial. Not a very valuable purchase for anyone wanting to improve driving or racing skills.