NAMeS+AI for AMS2 Thunderflash Mods v4.42a

This latest update includes an expanded Group 5 file that includes the Ferrari 512 BB/LM and Porsche 935/78 models by Xela1. I tried my best to avoid any duplicate drivers, but it was unavoidable in some cases with the 935/78, especially when set against the 935/77 & 935/80 in Fred's original package. As usual, I'll probably find a better compromise after living with this version for a while. The same goes for generating the finalized set of AI values.

v4.42 includes a few new files in the Alternative AI folder; these files provide real drivers for the many excellent cars by Xela1. So far, the expanded Thunderflash GTE Mod (with Xela1's Vantage & C7.R Corvette), Xela1's awesome GT3 class, and the GTR2-nostalgic BMW M3 GT2 class are included. By the time I'm finished adding the remaining cars (e.g., 935 and 512 BB) to the larger Group 5 class and revising various driver selections and AI values, I may spin the files for these great cars into their own, stand-alone package.

As a courtesy, v4.41a includes a custom-AI file to complement Thunderflash's GTO class: the VRC Modding Team's ARC Pack. The VRC.xml is installed by default--but will do nothing unless the VRC Auriel & Chevrette (i.e., Audi & Chevrolet GTO) cars themselves are also installed. The AI attributes in the VRC file have been retuned to have similar ranges to Fred's GTO cars.

Anyone who wants to race Fred's GTO class against VRC's ARC class, along with a correct roster of historic drivers, can do so by using the sim's multiclass feature. Have fun!

v4.41 adds Nissan Skyline GT-R drivers to Thunderflash's Group A mod

v4.3 adds the new GTO class drivers for the F40 LM, 961, & 300ZX.

v4.26 includes a file for the new 2020-21 Formula E mod. All drivers are correctly matched to their respective liveries, and Joel Eriksson drives the extra "launch" livery.

Adds drivers from the Radical European Masters for the SR8 LM & SR8 RX classes as well as former BMW 320i drivers from the European Touring Car Championship to showcase the fictional 320tce (i.e., touring car electric).

v4.251 adds the new Track Day A category, with its single--yet stupendous--entry: the Porsche 919 Evo.

Timo Bernhard drives the Evo--of course--while Mark Webber now drives the 919 No. 1 car ... this way, there are no duplicate drivers when racing a LMP1 + Track Day A multi-class event.

Good Heavens, the 5:19.546 Porsche 919 Evo has to be the ultimate track day toy!

v4.25 includes drivers for the LMP1 2016 class.

The RX Lites file adds real drivers for the 2016 Olsbergs MSE Supercar Lite.

The subfolders in the Alternative AI folder have been renamed to better identify various mod locations at Thunderflash's Discord and TAMS2SP.

Happy Holidays!

Adds files for Santa's GT3 Unleashed ... and an extra folder containing alternative files that add drivers for other mods (by other modders) posted at Thunderflash's Discord.

v4.2 includes real drivers for the new Group B mod. All real drivers who could be matched to specific skins in the mod were added; as Walter Röhrl had two Audi Sport skins available, Michèle Mouton was recruited for one of these.

Oh, and after 987 grid spots with real drivers added across all Thunderflash mods, I think I'm entitled to issue the following challenge to the community:

Anyone who professes "AMS2 now has one of the best single-player experiences in simracing" while racing against a roster of fake driver names has an obvious blindspot in their quest for realism.

v4.1 adds drivers for the expanded LMP900 class (BMW, Audi, Bentley & Toyota). A bit of fun to ensure that no duplicate drivers between the BMW and Audi entries, but everything came together in the end.

I double-checked all AI files to correct any discrepancies that may have remained across several past versions. In short, as race skill and qualifying skill only seem to affect cornering speed, I tightened up all of the values for these attributes in a few errant files to prevent the field from spreading out too quickly in just the first lap or two. The vast majority of my AI files already had the narrower range in place. I may have to tweak a few individual drivers, here and there, to let them stand out a bit more, but that can wait until after the next official Reiza update.

v4.0 includes 2019 Lotus Cup Europe drivers (names-matched to the roof decals on each car) for the Lotus Exige Cup 430, which is now available thanks to Thunderflash's tireless efforts.

v3.95 adds real drivers for the Vantage GTE and 488 GTE to the GTE Mod class.

This update includes a custom-AI file, with drivers correctly matched to their vehicle markings, for the 2017 Audi Sport TT Cup mod. Thunderflash painstakingly retrofitted the Audi TTS Racing found in PCARS3 and resurrected it into a proper Audi Sport TT Cup car. A huge contribution to the sim, in terms of sheer effort.

I decided to change the version number of this collection of AI files to match Thunderflash's latest version, so this update jumps the version number up to v3.9. Any incremental updates (i.e.., those updates to AI files that might be posted between Thunderflash updates) will be numbered v3.9a, or something similar.

This update includes a file for Thunderflash's new Formula Renault 3.5 mod that recreates the 2014 season. Also included are revised 80s & 90s Supercar files for both street and track-day variants.

Additionally, custom-AI files are included for FIA GT1, the Renault Mégane Nations Trophy, and all GT3 mods (e.g., Blancpain GT, ADAC, Bathurst 24 Hour, etc.). With these custom-AI files, the AI files previously provided by Thunderflash are no longer required.

The GT4 mod file includes real Alpine GT4 drivers for the PCARS Modding Team mod, as their vehicle is also part of a "GT4 mod" class.

All custom-AI files have received attribute adjustments to provide a consistent methodology across the entirety of Thunderflash's excellent content.

With one exception (Group A Mod), all previous, alternate AI files have been removed, as users (theoretically) have the option within AMS2 to combine categories (e.g., to have Reiza Group C cars and Thunderflash Group C cars in the same event). The Group A mod file has an optional version to activate additional RS500 entries from PCARS2, if desired.

Next up, the 2017 Audi Sport TT Cup....

v1.3 includes a custom-AI file that adds real DTM drivers (plus other Group A RS500 drivers) to Thunderflash's Group A mod. The default file has the reduced RS500 entrants and the alternative file (in the Expanded Classes folder) includes all RS500 entrants from PCARS2. Obviously, the driver name decals for the RS500 that are are based on Slightly Mad Studios team members will not match the actual Sierra RS500 drivers selected for this custom AI file.

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The revised GT mod file includes Toyota GT-One drivers that match car numbers 27, 28, & 29. Thanks to @npsxbox for spotting the error.

v1.1 includes a revised LMP2 file that properly matches all Ligier drivers to the correct engine (Honda vs. Nissan vs. Judd).