AccuRC 2
- July 12, 2017
- trasnatech
- 10h median play time
Get on SteamAccuRC 2 is a radio-controlled aircraft simulator that offers an unparalleled level of realism and customization. With a wide range of aircraft models and a detailed physics engine, the game provides a realistic flight experience. The game also includes a track editor, allowing players to create and share their own custom flying sites.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- AccuRC 2 offers incredibly realistic physics for RC helicopters, making it an excellent training tool for both beginners and experienced pilots.
- The simulator allows for extensive customization of helicopter models, enabling users to fine-tune settings to match their real-life counterparts.
- The graphics and model details are impressive, providing an immersive experience, especially when using a proper RC transmitter.
- The game suffers from frequent crashes and performance issues, particularly on certain systems, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- Many users report a steep learning curve and difficulties in setting up controllers, which can detract from the overall experience.
- The fixed-wing aircraft models are poorly implemented compared to the helicopters, with many users finding them unrealistic and lacking in quality.
- graphics42 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the simulator are highly praised for their realism and detail, with many users noting that they provide an immersive experience that closely resembles actual helicopter flight. However, some criticisms include outdated models due to lack of updates, occasional missing textures, and issues with photographic backgrounds affecting depth perception. Despite these drawbacks, the graphics are generally considered top-notch, especially on high-performance PCs.
“The graphics are very good and provide, in my opinion, a close to lifelike simulation of heli flight.”
“They have really hit the nail on the head with this one: the graphics are gorgeous and the flight physics are extremely realistic, at least with the logo helicopters that I've tried out.”
“Very realistic graphics, actually the best graphics for any RC sim.”
“Unfortunately, it's also abandonware and the latest playable version (3.0 alpha) hasn't been updated for years, so it doesn't have any new models from the last 3+ years and the graphics are pretty outdated.”
“The VR graphics quality is so-so, but I haven't played any other games to determine if it is my headset (Samsung Odyssey +) or specific to AccuRC.”
“It shows that the 1990s format of photographic backdrop is dying.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its realistic flight mechanics, making it one of the most authentic RC flight simulators available. However, it suffers from significant hardware controller issues and lacks engaging gameplay elements, functioning more as a sandbox experience with minimal interactive content. While the simulation of aircraft handling is impressive, the overall experience is hindered by technical problems and a lack of compelling gameplay features.
“Other than this, it is better than any other 3D helicopter simulator from a flight mechanics perspective.”
“The mechanics behind each of the models has been built to match their real-world counterparts, not just in looks, but also in the way they handle and control.”
“In other words, the mechanics have been fine-tuned in an attempt to make taking a real R/C model for a spin, and then controlling the same one inside the simulator feel like an almost identical experience.”
“There is no gameplay as such - it is a sandbox where the flying of the aircraft is all there is.”
“I’ll give Trasnatech the benefit of the doubt and assume that due to all the realistic mechanics present in the game, it’s not very easy to emulate that with a standard controller.”
“Gameplay is okay, but it feels limited and lacks depth.”
- stability10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the sim has been a mixed experience for users, with reports of frequent glitches affecting gameplay, such as camera settings and collision detection issues. While some players have encountered serious bugs that led to refunds, others have noted improvements in stability after updates. Overall, glitches remain a common concern, with varying experiences reported among users.
“I actually spent my 1 hour because of the glitches, and they affected my camera settings.”
“Actually, some glitches were serious for playing the sim, so I got a refund one time.”
“From simply starting the sim to going straight into a multiplayer session, one can usually count about five occurring events which are completely weird/buggy behavior, if the sim doesn't crash at all.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The optimization of the simulator has received mixed reviews; while some users appreciate its realistic physics and fine-tuning capabilities, others report performance issues, particularly on lower-end systems. Despite improvements in the Steam version, many players experience fluctuating frame rates and high CPU usage compared to other simulators, indicating a need for further optimization.
“I own three of the helicopters that are used in this simulator (Kraken 700, Omphobby M2 V2, Align T-Rex 500 ESP - albeit, the T-Rex 500 ESP 3G - Align's first generation 'flybarless' helicopter), and I love the fact that I can fine-tune their flight performance to my own personal preferences.”
“It is a very good simulator and feels very realistic. I would like to see (if possible) more optimization, as I can run the simulator but the frames seem to be all over the place at times since my PC is low-end.”
“This Steam version is even more optimized than previous versions.”
“It is a very good simulator and feels very realistic, but I would like to see more optimization as I can run the simulator, but the frames seem to be all over the place at times since my PC is low-end.”
“It started off great, then as more updates came along, I slowly found the performance getting worse and worse.”
“It is also extremely poorly optimized, using between 50-80% CPU in Task Manager compared to 10-15% for my RealFlight sim.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the slow development pace of AccuRC, describing it as having reached a "grinding halt." However, some, particularly those with a background in software development, are more understanding of the challenges involved.
“Another thing that may grind some people's gears is that development on Accurate has slowed to an almost grinding halt.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a built-in MP3 player, allowing players to listen to their favorite music while playing, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
“There’s even a built-in MP3 player so you can jam out to your favorite music while you’re playing.”
