08-21-2018, 09:52 PM
(This post was last modified: 08-21-2018, 11:46 PM by David Weber.)
I'm sure many of you are aware of CrewChief. If not, I'd like to share how much enjoyment it has added to my SRS races. I'm not the developer nor do I know him or benefit from promoting the software. He offers it for free (donations accepted). Download available here. It runs on AC, PC1&2, RaceRoom, rFactor 2, and iRacing
The software adds (1) a verbal spotter and (2) a crew chief who will share things with you throughout the race or upon request (using voice recognition through your microphone).
Spotter
Here's an example of what the spotter might say if I'm making passing an opponent on the right:
Crew Chief
The crew chief gives verbal updates throughout the race on many things including:
Since I've been using it, I rely less and less on the AC apps on my screen. It's added another dimension of immersion and has made races even more fun (and clean), especially in VR when the clarity of the apps is lacking. I feel like I'm racing with a real spotter and crew chief on my team helping me race the best I can.
Below is a video of it in action:
The software adds (1) a verbal spotter and (2) a crew chief who will share things with you throughout the race or upon request (using voice recognition through your microphone).
Spotter
Here's an example of what the spotter might say if I'm making passing an opponent on the right:
- "On your left"
- "Still there..."
- "Still there..."
- "Clear left"
Crew Chief
The crew chief gives verbal updates throughout the race on many things including:
- Positions
- Laps and sector times
- Tire temperatures and wear
- Brake wear
- Gaps ahead/behind
- Damage
- Fuel
- Yellow/Blue flags
Since I've been using it, I rely less and less on the AC apps on my screen. It's added another dimension of immersion and has made races even more fun (and clean), especially in VR when the clarity of the apps is lacking. I feel like I'm racing with a real spotter and crew chief on my team helping me race the best I can.
Below is a video of it in action: