Who knew the world of Sim Racing could also double as a traffic school? In a recent virtual pit stop, Sim Racing enthusiasts rallied their suggestions on the possibility of using simulators to act as driving instructors. Is this digital frontier paving the way for future driver’s ed students?
Summary
- Sim Racing does offer practical lessons in in-depth car control.
- Several users recommended games specifically designed as driving school simulators.
- Naysayers warned about overlooking professional driving instruction and the complex nuances of manual driving.
The Reality of Virtual Driving
In a spirited exchange, users agreed that Sim Racing and other simulator games can provide decent practice for aspiring drivers. Sim enthusiast Maclittle13 went as far as suggesting BeamNG, endorsing its potential for real-world scenario practice, as it’s as close to reality as one can get unless venturing into truck simulators.
Software Spotlights
Aside from BeamNG, several users highlighted City Car Driving and American Truck Simulator (ATS) as valuable tools for practice. User —fatal— chirped the name of City Car Driving, while fozrockit recommended getting hands-on with ATS/ETS2.
The Limitations
The conversation wasn’t all green lights though. User reality_boy voiced concern over replacing a real-world driving instructor with a virtual one, emphasizing that actual driving lessons provide a comprehensive education that a simulator might not fully replace. However, the friendliness of the driving instructors was definitely appreciated! Sentiments were mirrored by kissell791, who highlighted the lack of a realistic manual driving experience, especially feeling the car’s clutch bite point, as a key shortcoming of simulators.
It’s clear that while there’s no substitution for real-world experience and certified driving schools, there’s merit to the role of sim racing as an additional resource. reality_boy’s sage wisdom rings true: save the friendship, but don’t skimp on proper professional instruction. Ultimately, Sim Racing and gaming platforms can serve as useful tools for familiarizing beginners with the mechanics of driving. However, it’s also important to remember that nothing fully replaces the complexity and unpredictability of hitting the actual road.
