Dear friends, this hotfix refers to version 2.6.2, which is still in a separate Steam branch.

How can I play on 2.6.3 version?

To choose version 2.6.3 of the game:

1. Go to the Steam library
   
2. Right click on CarX Drift Racing Online
   
3. Choose “Info \ Properties”
   
4. Go to “BETAS”
   
5. Choose version ptr_2.6.2 - Hotfix 2.6.3

Players in the ptr_2.6.2 branch will receive this update automatically.

All changes will be published on the main game servers in the next update - 2.7.0.

Patch notes:

XDS

• Fixed issue with constant corrections
  
• Fixed problem with early completion of the race while safe mode is enabled

Steering Assist

• The ability to turn off the steering assist on gamepads has been returned to the settings menu

Relays

• Fixed a problem with broken wheel base in replays

Sounds

Added the following parameters to the volume settings menu:

• volume setting for player's car
  
• volume setting for other's players cars
  
• volume setting for ambient sounds

Free camera

• Various small fixes

Dear friends, for technical reasons this update will be published in a separate Steam branch. In this branch you will not be able to see players from version 2.6.1 due to the updated network protocol. Crossplay with PS4 also won't work on this version of the game.
Many changes are in the testing phase, and therefore may be subject to change. We hope to get maximum feedback from you on changes in physics and the rules of the tandem drift mode, as well as on a new free camera! :)

How can I play on 2.6.2 version?

To choose version 2.6.2 of the game:

1. Go to the Steam library
   
2. Right click on CarX Drift Racing Online
   
3. Choose “Info \ Properties”
   
4. Go to “BETAS”
   
5. Choose version ptr_2.6.2

All changes will be published on the main game servers in the next update - 2.7.0.

Patch notes:

Physics

• Car physics was updated

Tracks

• Fixed behavior of dynamic objects when interacting with a car. Now, cones and other objects will not cause a car to turn over when hitting them;
  
• Added new track - ATRON

Tandem drift XDS

In this update, we focused on reworking the tandem drift mode. The following changes were made to the rules of this mode:

First run

• If one of the players is disqualified for a U-turn, off-the-track, etc., then the second run will still be held;
  
• If the follower is disqualified, the leader must end the run and receive his points, while the follower remains in the auto-brake mode;
  
• If the follower hit the leader - the victory will be automatically assigned to the leader, and the follower will be disqualified;
  
• If the follower was disqualified (did not collide with the leader), the leader will be able to get to the finish line and complete the race;
  
• If the leader was disqualified, the follower automatically wins, and the race stops.

Second run

• If the leader has a technical victory (without points) and points for one more race, then he automatically wins the race;
  
• If both players have a technical victory (without points) and points for one more race, then the points will be compared. Technical wins do not count.

Draw

• If each player has 0 points for one of the races, as well as a technical victory (without points), there will be a draw in the race;
  
• Technical wins are not compared to ordinary points - a draw is immediately given;
  
• If a draw occurs during the race, then another race will be launched after the consent of both players. According to the results of this race, the winner will be determined.

Collision rules

• In a collision, the follower will always be to blame;
  
• If after a light contact the leader has deployed, straightened the wheels, or he has left the track, the follower will be disqualified.

Free camera

Updated free camera mechanism. Added parameters for fine-tuning camera behavior. The camera has three modes: follow mode, autofocus mode and free camera mode.

The entrance to the free camera window is in the pause menu (Hotkey G):

• In the following mode, the camera will move behind the selected target (player's own car or the car of another player), while allowing it to freely rotate the camera.
  
• In autofocus mode, the camera will strictly follow the selected car without the ability to rotate the camera.
  
• In free camera mode, the player fully controls the movement of the camera.

Garage

• Updated garage lightning

Steering wheels

• Added support for Fanatec CSL Elite;
  
• Improved auto detection of Logitech and Thrustmaster steering wheels.

Other

• Added an option to turn on/off pedals indicator
  
  
  
  
  
• In the dyno, the part of UI with the current values of toe and camber was removed. Now the actual values are displayed in the parameter itself. The camber value will change dynamically when changing other suspension parameters, so consider this when setting up your car.

Bugs

• Fixed a bug with saving tire pressure in the "Tandem Drift" mode in a single game;
  
• Fixed a bug with displaying rewards in the "Tandem Drift" mode in a single game;
  
• Fixed a bug with car recovery on tracks;
  
• Fixed a bug with the disappearing of the car body at a long distance from the free camera.

Patchnotes:

• Fixed some freezes during the race
  
• Fixed update size

What PTR stands for?
https://steamcommunity.com/app/635260/discussions/0/2265817650413600748/

Patchnotes

New mechanics

Camera customization:

Now each player will be able to choose for himself convenient settings for the position of the camera.


The camera settings window is located in the pause menu.


Tyre customization:

Many of you asked for the opportunity to change (and remove) the labels on the tires. We heard your wishes and added to the game the ability to change labels (as well as remove them) on the sidewalls of tires.



Cars

Added 3 new cars:

Hachi-Go


Bandit


Zismo


Added 3 returning cars:

Docohosu


Mercher KLC (new name - Warden)


SpeedLine GT


Vinyls

Added 2 new font categories



DLC
Added 2 new sticker packs:

Pro Drift Sticker Pack (52 stickers)
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1308670/Pro_Drift_Sticker_Pack/?beta=0

Street Class Sticker Pack (63 stickers)
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1308680/Street_Class_Sticker_Pack/?beta=0

Steering wheels

Added support of following steering wheels:

• Thrustmaster TS-PC
  
• Thrustmaster TS
  
• Thrustmaster TMX
  
• Thrustmaster T-GT

The steering range is extended from 90 to 1080 (if supported by the steering wheel)

Sounds

• Added ambient sounds
  
• Added wind sound on high speed
  
• Added new backfire sound
  
• Changed engine sounds on Wellington S20 and Spector RS

Other

• Fixed a bug in the XDS race, in which the player did not count the passage of the sector
  
• Fixed a bug with a driver sticking through the roof when playing in Cross Play mode
  
• Fixed a bug with a driver's head looking to the right
  
• Fixed a bug with outgoing power graph in the dyno stand on Cargo
  
• Fixed a bug with decal movement on Atlas GT and Falcon RZ
  
• Fixed a bug when the camera did not focus on the car when creating a new race

What PTR stands for?
https://steamcommunity.com/app/635260/discussions/0/2265817650413600748/

Patchnotes

New mechanics

Camera customization:

Now each player will be able to choose for himself convenient settings for the position of the camera.


The camera settings window is located in the pause menu.


Tyre customization:

Many of you asked for the opportunity to change (and remove) the labels on the tires. We heard your wishes and added to the game the ability to change labels (as well as remove them) on the sidewalls of tires.



Cars

Added 3 new cars:

Hachi-Go


Bandit


Zismo


Added 3 returning cars:

Docohosu


Mercher KLC (new name - Warden)


SpeedLine GT


DLC
Added 2 new sticker packs. This sticker packs are currently available ONLY ON PTR:

Pro Drift Sticker Pack (52 stickers)
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1308670/Pro_Drift_Sticker_Pack/?beta=0

Street Class Sticker Pack (63 stickers)
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1308680/Street_Class_Sticker_Pack/?beta=0

Steering wheels

Added support of following steering wheels:

• Thrustmaster TS-PC
  
• Thrustmaster TS
  
• Thrustmaster TMX
  
• Thrustmaster T-GT

The steering range is extended from 90 to 1080 (if supported by the steering wheel)

Sounds

• Added ambient sounds
  
• Added wind sound on high speed
  
• Added new backfire sound
  
• Changed engine sounds on Wellington S20 and Spector RS

Other

• Fixed a bug in the XDS race, in which the player did not count the passage of the sector
  
• Fixed a bug with a driver sticking through the roof when playing in Cross Play mode
  
• Fixed a bug with a driver's head looking to the right
  
• Fixed a bug with outgoing power graph in the dyno stand on Cargo
  
• Fixed a bug with decal movement on Atlas GT and Falcon RZ
  
• Fixed a bug when the camera did not focus on the car when creating a new race

Patch notes:

Steering Assist:

• Steering Assist option has been returned

Multiplayer:

• In the "Tandem" mode, a bug has been fixed due to which the color gradation of clipping points did not affect the number of points received

Cars:

• Fixed a bug with clipping brakes on Betsy
  
• Improved auto brake. Now the auto brake works smoother
  
• Fixed camera shake

Maps:

• Missing barriers on Kami Road are fixed

Patch notes:

Steering Assist:

• Steering Assist option has been returned

Multiplayer:

• In the "Tandem" mode, a bug has been fixed due to which the color gradation of clipping points did not affect the number of points received

Cars:

• Fixed a bug with clipping brakes on Betsy
  
• Improved auto brake. Now the auto brake works smoother
  
• Fixed camera shake

Maps:

• Missing barriers on Kami Road are fixed

Patch notes:

Subscription:

• Due the probles with "double subscriptions", the ability to subscribe within the game was removed. Once the problem is resolved, the ability to subscribe will return to the game.

Dyno:

• Added new parameter "Launch Control (Tandems)". This option makes it possible to disable Launch Control in the starting sector of XDS.

Cars:

• Improved auto brake. Now the auto brake will be disabled when using the parking brake and clutch. The inactivity time is also increased, after which the auto-brake is activated.
  
• Improved Follow Camera. Now it focuses on the center point of the car.

Other:

• Steering assistant is now disabled when connecting the steering wheel
  
• First version of steering assistant is removed

Patch notes:

Subscription:

• Due the probles with "double subscriptions", the ability to subscribe within the game was removed. Once the problem is resolved, the ability to subscribe will return to the game.

Dyno:

• Added new parameter "Launch Control (Tandems)". This option makes it possible to disable Launch Control in the starting sector of XDS.

Cars:

• Improved auto brake. Now the auto brake will be disabled when using the parking brake and clutch. The inactivity time is also increased, after which the auto-brake is activated.
  
• Improved Follow Camera. Now it focuses on the center point of the car.

Other:

• Steering assistant is now disabled when connecting the steering wheel
  
• First version of steering assistant is removed

As we all will now spend more time at home, watching movies and playing our favorite video games- it is a great way to pass the time. We would like to take a step towards our fans and offer a great discount so that absolutely everyone who has long wanted to play our game can finally plunge into the world of motorsport and spend these difficult days with great pleasure!