Settings Screen

The settings screen in Assetto Corsa Evoluzione is thoughtfully organized into six tabs, each containing specific configuration options. It is important to note that certain options within Assetto Corsa Evoluzione are accompanied by helpful hint bubbles. By hovering the mouse cursor over the text for a brief period, users can activate these hint bubbles, which provide additional contextual information or guidance related to the specific option.

The first tab focuses on **General Settings** that affect various aspects of the game. Within this tab, players can find options such as enabling the controller, selecting the preferred measurement system (imperial or metric), and change the main language. With the introduction of the 1.0 update, a notable addition to the settings is the "Manual Results" feature. This option addresses a common issue encountered by users where race positions in the game were inaccurately registered. In certain cases, finishing a race in the first position might be erroneously recorded as a lower position, such as 12th. It is important to note that this issue is inherent to the original position registration code in Assetto Corsa, and it may also affect compatibility with certain third-party tools like Content Manager (CM). To mitigate this issue and ensure more accurate race result recording, players can enable the "Manual Results" feature.

The **Gameplay Tab** within the settings screen of Assetto Corsa Evoluzione offers players a range of configuration options to tailor their gaming experience. This tab encompasses various aspects related to gameplay and visual customization. One notable feature of the Gameplay tab is the ability to select purchased DLCs. This allows players to activate and access additional content they have acquired over time, ensuring a fully integrated and expanded gameplay experience. The tab also includes an option to choose the main screen style between the default layout or the slideshow style mentioned in the First Steps post. This selection determines the visual presentation of the home screen, providing players with the freedom to customize their preferred aesthetic.

With the introduction of the 1.0 update, players can now choose from selectable themes, exclusive to the default main page style. These themes are user-created and can be added by creating a folder within the "themes" directory located in "Documents/Assetto Corsa Evoluzione." By adding the desired theme files to this folder, players can further personalize their main page's appearance. Additionally, the Gameplay tab features an **Exclusive Lists** option and the "Auto. Regen Lists", an option that allows players to schedule automatic regeneration of lists daily, ensuring that any changes, additions, or modifications to installed content are effectively recognized and integrated into the game.

The **Audio Tab** offers options such as disabling the background music, providing players with the choice to enjoy the game without accompanying music if desired. Additionally, players can opt to disable music when the game is not in focus, ensuring that the music doesn't play while the game window is minimized or inactive. One notable feature in the audio tab is the option to enable Immersive Sounds. These special sound effects are designed to enhance the immersive experience during specific races, particularly in final races where heightened audio cues can intensify the atmosphere. The Immersive Sounds feature adds an extra layer of depth and realism to these key moments, immersing players in the excitement and tension of the race. Furthermore, players have the ability to regulate the volume of the Immersive Sounds, allowing them to find the perfect balance between these enhanced effects and other game audio elements.

The primary option in the **Video Tab** is the ability to toggle windowed mode, allowing players to choose whether they want the game to run in fullscreen or windowed mode. Additionally, the video tab includes a simple FPS (frames per second) limiter option. This feature allows players to set a specific limit on the maximum frames per second rendered by the game. This can be useful for players who prefer to cap their FPS to a certain value, ensuring a smoother and more consistent performance based on their hardware capabilities or personal preferences.

The **Race Settings** allow players to customize various aspects of the race, ensuring a personalized and engaging gameplay experience. The available options within the Race Settings include:

1. Enable Practice and Qualification Sessions: This option allows players to include practice and qualification sessions as part of the race.
2. Session and Qualification Time Duration: Players can adjust the duration of the practice and qualification sessions to their desired length.
3. Length of the Race: The race length can be chosen from three options: Short, Medium, and Long. These options respectively represent races of 3, 6, and 12 laps or a predetermined time duration. The Long and Medium options does actually have a higher race rewards.
4. AI Skill Level: This setting allows players to adjust the skill level of the AI opponents. The AI level will raise a little the range of **PP** of the cars allowed to race.
5. Random Time of the Day: Enabling this option introduces variability in the race environment by randomizing the time of day in which the race takes place.
6. Random Weather: This feature adds an element of unpredictability to the race by introducing randomized weather conditions. Players can experience different weather scenarios, including rain, fog, or clear skies, enhancing the realism and challenge of the race.
7. Allow Cars with More **PP**: This option allows players to include cars with higher **Performance Points (PP)** in the race. By enabling this setting, players can race against more powerful and faster cars. Useful if the grid is poorly populated.

The **Player Settings** tab in Assetto Corsa Evoluzione's settings screen grants players the ability to personalize their player profile and appearance within the game. This tab offers options to modify the player's profile picture, username, and nationality. Moreover, selecting a specific nationality in the Player Settings tab adds an additional layer of immersion to the in-game races. The chosen nationality will be reflected in the drivers' information, adding a touch of realism and diversity to the race experience.