The Zone
<h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>A good FPV Simulator needs 3 things</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >1. Accurate and realistic physics</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >2. Good maps that replicate real-life conditions</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >3. A fun multiplayer, because flying alone is boring</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >There are other simulators that do 1 or 2 of those quite well, but none really do it all for me.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >So in 2024 I started with a little prototype to see if it's possible and quickly had something that already felt better than most other simulators.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >At the start of this year I decided to go all-in and actually try to make it happen.</p><h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>Current state of the game</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" ><strong>1. Physics</strong></p><p class="bb_paragraph" >I've replicated my own itsFPV ERA 5" quad mostly based on feel, and every time I compare it to real-life footage or Blackbox logs, it's within a few percentage points.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >The map choice is also very intentional with it being my home spot where I've flown more than 1000 packs, so I can compare it 1:1 to real-life.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >All my Pro-pilot friends who tried it so far can also fly as well as in real-life without having to get used to the Sim first or spending hours dialing in the settings.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >The default settings are my personal settings, but you can change the Weight and Power to your liking.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" ><strong>2. Maps</strong></p><p class="bb_paragraph" >There is currently one map, a replica of my home spot. It's still missing some finer details and a proper surrounding environment, which is actively being worked on.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >Going forward, most official maps will be replicas of real spots, and there will be a Custom map builder and Steam Workshop support for whatever crazy training parks you want to build.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" ><strong>3. Multiplayer</strong></p><p class="bb_paragraph" >The best way to get better and find inspiration is by spectating other pilots. With picture-in-picture spectate mode you can spectate multiple other pilots on the side, while still flying yourself. You can also switch to fullscreen at any time of course.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >The multiplayer currently supports up to 32 players on a single server.</p><h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>Near-term roadmap</strong></h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Drift cars</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Proper environment around the map</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Fixed-wing and another special drone that doesn't exist in any Sim yet 👀</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >A second map with a real spot</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Custom map editor</p></li></ul><p class="bb_paragraph" ></p><p class="bb_paragraph" >The game is far from finished, but development is very quick with big features being added every couple of days. And it's only getting quicker as I get more comfortable with 3D modeling and game development in general.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >By buying the game in the early stages you can support the development in a huge way, and hey, maybe you'll get a little something in return at some point ;)</p><p class="bb_paragraph" ></p><p class="bb_paragraph" ><strong>Keep up with the latest updates on Instagram @thezonefpv or on the community Discord server.</strong></p><p class="bb_paragraph" ></p><p class="bb_paragraph" >Everything in the game is designed and programmed by sponsored freestyle pilot @nils vo.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" ></p><p class="bb_paragraph" >A game controller or RC Plane Radio is required to play this game. For the best experience, use a RC Radio.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" ></p><h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>Disclaimer for new Pilots</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >Learning the basic controls takes about 2–5 hours, and it takes 10–20 hours before you can fly with any accuracy. This is a simulation and training tool, not a fun game you can just pick up and play without practice.</p>