June 2023 HSS Progress Update (Patreon)

Rennsport Summit 2023:
Early this month, myself and Andre got flown out by the Rennsport team to participate in the Rennsport Summit and meetings concerning the modding dev tools that Rennsport wants to implement. This trip was awesome as we got to visit two different auto museums, taking 1000s of photos which have been added to the HSS Database and Records. I will have a video coming out later this week which will dive into further detail concerning Rennsport, but if you are interested in my thoughts mid-conference, check out this video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0O-l_LC2uVo

Internal Restructuring:
Due to the growing size of the HSS Team, we have split it up into three departments, and added a fourth. HSS is now comprised of a Track Development Team led by JP, a Car Development Team led by Andre, a 3D Model Development Team led by Clara, and finally a new sound team, for which we are actively recruiting. This frees me up to focus on the business and physics ends of things, and not having to worry about the day to day of every single person on the team, instead meeting weekly with the new Directors.

FMod Sound Engineers Wanted!
We are looking for an experienced FMod sound engineer for Assetto Corsa to join the Historic Sim Studios team. Pay will start at $100 per project, with a $50 bonus as a time and quality incentive. We are specifically looking for those talented at balancing and polishing the sounds to a high quality. Email me at daniel@historicsimstudios.com to apply.

1902 Ford 999:
Since we didn't get this car out on the 1st, we have been focusing on improving the quality of the car. It should be ready for release within the next 48 hours.

1906 Renault AK GP car:
We finished another PC performance optimization update this last month v0.995. This car will be released to the public next month so long as there are no other last minute discoveries we need to fix.

1906 Itala 35/40:
A small update was posted last month. At this point we are going to be adding LODs and then also driver feet and advanced shifting animations.

1906 Locomobile:
This project was idle this last month. We still plan to revisit it in the coming months to add the advanced driver animations, a few more details, and more polish to the car. We have considered redoing the 3d model, but I’m undecided if it is a good use of our time and resources at this current time.

1906 Fiat 130 HP:
This car is the next pre-ww1 car I am going to have the 3d modeling team produce. It will give a full challenge to the 1906 Renault and Locomobile. Obviously with all the other current projects it may take awhile before this one really gets moving along in production.

1907 Itala 35/45:
This project was once again idle this last month. This car is pretty close to finished in my opinion, however, we still need to add the advanced driver animations and LODs.

1907 Itala 36/45:
We pushed out an update for some minor bugs this last month, the LODs and advanced shifting and feet animations are still being developed and refined.

(1911) Blitzen Beasts Pack ($5 pack):
As some of you know, one of our sound developers disappeared on us, they were working a couple of projects including this one. As a result we are restructuring our sound team, which has been three seperate sound engineers working primarily by themselves into a group that collectively works on projects, with files posted in a discord chat. This should prevent future sound projects being lost mid-project, and we have high hopes it will also improve the speed of production as well. This project remains scheduled for a Fall 2023 release.

1911 American Champions Pack ($5 pack):
This project was idle this last month. This is a pack that we are currently in the very early stages. It will include two 1911 American open wheel racecars, the 1911 Marmon Wasp and the 1911 Mercer Raceabout. We have scheduled this project’s release for May 2024.

1915 Ford Model T Speedster:
We are going to release an update later this month, which will fix a few bugs but primarily will include the new 1910s tire model.

1916 American Champions Pack ($20 pack):
This project was another affected by the disappearance of our one sound engineer. We have started over, and we hope to have part 1 of this pack released later this month, which will include Indiana Superspeedway, Ascot Park, the Premier, and the Duesenberg. It will be $12 (40% off), with the price increasing to $20 once all the content is added. Your discounted purchase will obviously include all 5 tracks and 4 cars, with the rest of the content being added via content updates to the pack.

1916 Santa Monica ($5):
This project was idle this last month. We are planning for a Fall 2024 release.

1924 Alfa Romeo P2:
There were significant updates to this car last month, in preparation for the 1924 HSS Online event, we are now working on finalizing the 1925 version in time for this month’s online event on the 10th.

1924 Bugatti T35:
We also had several big updates to this car last month, the only part remaining is the sounds for the car. However, this was another project affected by the disappearance of our one sound engineer. Due to the crucial nature of other sound projects, this one might be a few months before we get back to developing the authentic sounds for it.

1924 Delage 2LCV:
I hope you enjoyed this one! It is one of my absolute favorites that we have produced. We will be making custom sounds for this project, but they are a ways down the road once the new sound team is grooving.

1924 HSS Demon:
The 1924 HSS Demon has been pushed back, due to the need to push back other releases. We are tentatively scheduling it for August, 2023. I should have some sound samples to show you within the next month or so, it is becoming very impressive and is perhaps our best sound work yet.

1925, 1928, 1929 Alfa Romeo P2 (physics updates):
The 1925 physics update was enjoyed this last Saturday during the online races, I will post the 1925 versions in a post later today.

1925-1929 Bugatti T35 (physics updates):
The 1925 physics update was enjoyed this last Saturday during the online races, I will post the 1925 versions in a post later today.

1925, 1928, & 1929 Delage 2LCV (physics updates):
The 1925 physics update was enjoyed this last Saturday during the online races, I will post the 1925 versions in a post later today.

1926 Amilcar CGSS Voiturette:
This project was idle this last month. I’m expecting that we will begin importing this 3d model into Assetto Corsa next month.

1927-1929 Amilcar CGSS Voiturette (physics updates):
This will follow in the months after the car’s initial release as discussed above.

1931 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300:
We are in the final stages, and I will have pictures posted on our social media this month highlighting this project. The 3d model is roughly 85% completed.

1932 Studebaker Indycar:
We just finished optimizing the Studebaker’s 3d model for PC performance and adding the LODs. This project will be released this week. This was another sound project that was affected, so we are going to be revisiting the sounds in the coming months.

1932 HSS Indy Special:
This car is in the game and ready to be voted on. The sounds are coming along, and this one should be pretty much finished in a couple of months.

1934 Maserati 8CM:
At this point the Maserati is pretty much finished and we are focusing on the other 1934 GP cars.

1934 Bugatti T59:
This project’s sounds were also affected, so we are going to be revisiting them in the coming months. We are going to push out the LODs, tire model, and physics updates next week, but the sounds will be a few months out still.

1934 Alfa Romeo P3:
This car’s sounds are pretty much finished, and we have a significant physics update incoming next month.

1934 Mercedes W25:
Due to feedback, we are going to be continuing to work on the Mercedes W25’s rear suspension. The Auto Union has some slight differences, which if that car is viewed as having a better suspension, we can bring over to the W25 (since they both have Swing Axle rear suspensions). I can also tell you that there is a slight chance we get funded by one of our largest clients to produce an entirely new model, perhaps even in direct collaboration with Mercedes. Lets cross our fingers.

1934 Auto Union Type A:
We finally released the overhauled version of this mod. I’d love to hear your feedback on the driving experience. At this point we just need to polish the physics, add LODs, and the paint schemes.

1935 Auto Union Type B:
This project was idle this last month. The 1935 Auto Union Type B’s 3d model has just been finished. Now to import it into AC. Should be ready to be voted upon for release in a couple months.

1935 Alfa Romeo P3 (physics update):
This project will be begun once the 1934 P3 is more polished.

1935 Bugatti T59 (physics update):
This project will be begun once the 1934 T59 is more polished.

1935 Maserati 8CM (physics update):
This project has begun, and should be ready in a couple of months.

1935 Mercedes W25 (physics update):
This project will be begun once we have finalized the rear swing arm suspension and the 1934 W25 is more polished.

1936 Austin Seven Monoposto Special:
The 3d model is scheduled to be begun in August.

1937 Mercedes W25 Streamliner:
The 3d model is being redone, and this car will be completely overhauled for a re-release this winter.

1937-1939, 1949 Talbot Lago T150C:
We are going to start working on the 3d model for this project next month.

1937 Delahaye 135C:
This car is still currently on hold while we focus on other projects. The 3d model is remains approximately 80% done.

1950 Aston Martin DB2:
This car is currently on hold while we focus on other projects. This car is still in the 3d modeling stage (approximately 60% completed).

1954 American Thunder ($10 pack):
This project was idle this last month. This pack is going to include two American Stockcars from the 1954 season, one of which we have confirmed will be the Hudson (and which we have actually laserscanned), and it will also include the 1954 Daytona Beach track.

1954 North Wilksboro Speedway (dirt):
This track is in the early stages of development, and will be released via Patreon support.

1958 Lotus 16:
This project was idle this last month. We plan to polish up the physics and hopefully get them close to a finished state. We also need the realistic engine sounds added and the LODs.

1965 HSS GT ($3):
This car is currently being imported into AC Pro and AC. The tentative release date is scheduled for November 2023.

1965 Ford GT40 (part of Bazza’s upcoming pack):
This car is currently being polished up, working on the gauges and other details. Once it's completed we will send the car over to Bazza for him to finish in preparation for including in one of his upcoming packs

1966 Honda RA273 F1:
This project is in the very early stages and we are working on improving the details and other features of the 3d model.

1967 McLaren M6A Can Am:
This project was on hold this last month. The 3d model is approximately 20% complete.

1968 Honda RA301 F1:
This car was released by Emil Andersson already on Racedepartment (his project he brought to us): https://www.racedepartment.com/downloads/honda-ra301-beta.59525/ we are going to help him refine the car, and later versions will be released via this Patreon.

1968 Toyota 415S Flatnose & Sharpnose:
This project was idle this last month, and the release was pushed back. Depending on our schedule we hope to get this car released later this month.

1968 Daihatsu P-5:
We are working on a sound update, visually improving the look of the tires, and some other small fixes for the 1.0 update/release. We expect the update will be finished within the next two months.

1968 Isuzu Bellett R:
This car is finished, and is ready for its early access release.

1968 Nissan R381:
This car is finished, and is ready for its early access release.

1969 Porsche 917 Shorttail & Longtail (part of Bazza’s upcoming pack):
Bazza’s pack is nearing release, and it is going to be awesome to finally drive these cars in AC!

1970 Ferrari 312B F1:
The Ferrari 312B F1 car is finished, and its ready for an early access release. It matches great with the RSS 1970s F1 car.

1970 BRM P153 F1:
This project was on hold this last month. The car’s 3d model is in the early stages of development, roughly 60% complete. It is going to go great with the rest of the 1970 F1 racecars.

1970 De Tomaso F1:
This car’s 3d model is roughly 80% complete. It is going to pair wonderfully with RSS’ 1970s’ F1 mod and also with our own 1970 Ferrari 312B.

1972 McLaren M16B Indycar:
This car is almost finished, and it is ready for its early access release. The sounds were affected, and we are hoping to develop them in a few months.

1972 Milwaukee Mile:
I hope you all are enjoying this track. There will be an update released later this month that is going to fix a few issues that have been identified with the track.

1972 Pocono Raceway:
This project was idle this last month.

1972 North Wilkesboro Speedway:
This project has begun, and we hope to release the 1972 version of the track in the coming months.

1972 American Champions pack ($10 pack):
This pack will include at least two American open wheel cars from 1972 and two important tracks. We have tentatively scheduled this pack for May, 2024, which is an aggresive date that could easily be pushed back.

1973 Matra MS670:
We are going to begin importing this car into Assetto Corsa later this month.

1973 Porsche RSR 3.0L - Targa Florio Edition:
This project’s 3d model is nearing completion. I will have some photos for you in the next 48 hours showing the progress.

1973 Targa Legends ($10 pack):
This project was idle last month (other then the Porsche, which probably won’t be included). We are aiming for a summer 2024 release date.

1994 American Thunder ($5 pack):
The three cars have been imported into Assetto Corsa, currently we have a team of artists painting the skins for the cars and Machina is working on the physics. I’m aiming for a release in either June or July of this year.

1994 North Wilkesboro Speedway:
This project was idle this last month as we focused on the public release of the 2023 version.

2023 North Wilkesboro Speedway:
I hope you all have been enjoying this track! I believe we were able to create the highest quality oval to be produced for Assetto Corsa.

The HSS Historic GP Pack ($10 pack):
We have begun importing the 1974 and 1984 HSS GP cars into AC. The 1954 and 1994 versions will be worked on later this year.

Contract Projects:
Check out F3 Classic Track’s two latest Formula Junior cars! We have one more to go, and then we will be turning to a new project for Sergio Loro. All other contract projects have been completed, and we are going to be primarily focusing on our new collaboration with Rennsport for the next couple of months.

HSS Online Universe (for Champion tier supporters, check the Discord channels):
All Champion tier supporters are encouraged to join each second Saturday of the month, at 11am PST (2pm EST, 8PM CET)! It is a ton of fun, and we look forward to having you join us!

Historic Sim Studios YouTube Channel:
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Conclusion:
As always, feel free to message me here on Patreon, at my discord account, or send me an email to daniel@historicsimstudios.com if you have any questions or would like to join the HSS YouTube team! Thanks so much for your support on this awesome journey!