graphics of this wipeout game are very realistic

[<RJMC>]

http://jalopnik.com/5606552/gamer-creates-real+life-wipeout-video-game-with-rc-car

One German man badly wanted to play the canyon-carving racing game WipeOut in real life. So he reverse-engineered it with a gigantic, multi-level cardboard track he can race on with a video-equipped R/C car controlled by a real racing cabinet.

http://vimeo.com/9056286

 

[blackout]

thought this was for real for a second there

 

[VirusType2]

Lower the center of gravity! Widen the wheelbase! Lower the ride height!

GOGOGO


video of [newer] version 0.2: http://racer.sputnic.tv/


Needs a shock absorber supporting the camera so the picture doesn't glitch and so the shock doesn't damage it. Setting the camera on a flat-ish bag of water works amazing for absorbing shock. However, it must be leak proof, obviously. A bag of air could be a less effective, but safer alternative.

I remember (nearly 20 years ago) I had my portable CD player in my car and it was unusable until I set it on a bag of water. I used several layers of bags as a leak precaution. Worked amazing for stopping the skipping. Not sure how I had the idea, but it was a moment of genius.

Recently, I noticed DJs use things like that for their turntables. I can't find the one I had in mind, but here's an example: http://www.storedj.com.au/products/product.php?id=647

 

[YROC]

I don't understand why you wouldn't just play a video game... It would take up less space and you wouldn't have to have someone flip the car everytime you crashed.

 

[Warped]

thats too much effort, even to watch. also i read this on engadget yesterday

 

[Shakermaker]

video of [newer] version 0.2: http://racer.sputnic.tv/

I like how he introduces his own video:

Bad english and even worse staring at the camera

 

[Bad^Hat]

So it's Wipeout because... the sides of the track are slanded outwards?

Cool.