Taxi Life: A City Driving Simulator News

[h2]Hello Drivers! [/h2]

It's patch day! We're happy to announce that patch 4 has been implemented into Taxi Life and with that, you'll be able to experience new features and improvements for the game. This announcement will be a more condensed version of what we talked about last week, and if you want to see detailed explanation of each feature and update, click here to check out our developer blog.


Speed limit sign on the minimap: Drivers will now be able to see the speed limit sign on the minimap, making it easier to see how fast you should be going.

Continuous improvements of AI (car traffic, pedestrians, and AI car physics-based): AI peds are now less keen on trying to get ran over by cars and stepping in the way of players.

Presets for steering wheels: Drivers will now be able to use preset wheel bindings for some of the most popular steering wheel models.

Improved forced feedback (FBB): It will now be easier for Drivers to choose their desired level of FBB.

Adjustable cabin camera position settings: Drivers will be able to adjust the in-cabin camera position to their preferred position.

Adjustable events and traffic spawning density: Drivers will now be able to adjust the amount of events and traffic density in the world. (dev note: please make sure your PC can handle higher density situations)

Informational window when clutch/shifter users: This is for Drivers that connect a shifter to play Taxi Life, it will have vital information on how to get it working.

Various bug fixes: We have fixed various bugs reported by the players and the team.

[h2]Thank you! [/h2]

To the entire Taxi Life community and on behalf of the Simteract team, we wanted to thank you for your continued support for our game. We are not done yet. We still have many more things to add to Taxi Life which includes future DLC, steering wheel support for consoles and more.

We hope you enjoy the improvements in this patch and make sure to follow us on socials and join our Discord channel to stay up to date with the latest news from our team.

Ens veiem a barcelona!

The Simteract Team

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[h2]Hello Drivers![/h2]

It’s been awhile since we shared information on what we’re working on besides steering wheels for consoles and we thought it would be a good idea to let you guys know what we’re working on for the next patch. On a side note, we’re actually making great improvements on implementing steering wheels for consoles and we’ll have more information on that to share in the coming weeks. So with that in mind, let's dive into what you can expect for that next patch for PC.



[h3]Speed Limit Sign on the Minimap[/h3]
We’ve added speed limit signs to the minimap, helping you stay within legal limits as you navigate the streets of Barcelona. It should help players better identify how fast they should be going on a given street that they’re on.



[h3]AI Pedestrian improvements[/h3]
We’ve also been hearing from a lot of players that the pedestrians are sometimes (still) a pain in the butt. So we improved the pedestrians by having them obey the traffic lights better and stop trying to get run over by players when crossing the crosswalk.

[h3]Presets for the Wheels[/h3]
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We’re always looking to improve the user experience which is why we added a variety of pre-configured settings tailored to popular wheel models, or create and save your own custom presets. This will make it easier for drivers that have a specific wheel set up to quickly get going.

[h3]Fixing FFB (Force Feedback) Issues[/h3]
We’ve heard your concerns about Force Feedback (FFB) issues and we’re happy to say that we’ve made significant improvements. With these changes, it will be easier for players to choose their desired level of FBB without having to worry about if the values are working correctly or not.

[h3]Cabin Camera Position Settings[/h3]
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Adjust the camera to your preferred angle and height to get the perfect view from the driver’s seat. Whether you prefer a wide-angle view or a closer, more immersive perspective it will make it easier for all drivers to find which cabin camera position suits them best.

[h3]Events & Traffic Density Spawning Options[/h3]
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Traffic dynamics are about to get a lot more interesting with our new events and traffic density spawning options. Customize the frequency and density of events and traffic to suit your gameplay style. Whether you want a bustling city filled with challenges or a more relaxed driving environment, you can now tailor it to your liking. However, players should keep in mind that the higher density in traffic you choose, the more demanding the game is going to be on your hardware. So please be sure your PC can handle the pressure before cranking that dial up.


[h3]Info Window for Shifter Users[/h3]
This is something that we believe will help players figure out if their clutch is connected correctly. So in the controls panel of the settings menu, players will be able to find information regarding what needs to be done for a shifter to work if you have one plugged. Such as making sure the player is in the correct game mode as well as making sure that the transmission settings in the garage are set up appropriately.


[h3]Thank you![/h3]
That's what you can expect for the next patch update for Taxi Life on PC. Again, we’d also like to remind all console players that we have not forgotten about you and you can expect steering wheel support and further updates for consoles coming soon. So for now, we’d like to thank the entire community for their support throughout this time and we’ll announce a release date for this patch coming in the next few weeks.

See you in Barcelona!

Mike
Simteract Community Manager

[h2]Hello Drivers! [/h2]

in this post we want to clear up some of the issues that people are having while trying to connect their favorite device to play Taxi Life. Below, you will find a FAQ as well as a video made by our community manager Mike showcasing some important steps to take before and after connecting your steering wheel, shifter, guitar or anything else!

Start off by watching our how to guide below

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[h2]FAQ[/h2]

1. What does the latest update for Taxi Life include?
The latest update focuses on enhancing controller support and customization options for a better gaming experience.

2. How can I set up my controls with the update?
Enabling the custom setup option allows you to tailor your control settings to your preferences, enhancing gameplay immersion and control. Navigate to System Settings and select Controls. From there, choose the steering wheel as your preferred device type and enable the custom setup option for optimal performance. Then you’ll be able to choose your own steering wheel model.

4. How should I connect my devices before launching the game?
It's recommended to connect all devices (steering wheels, controllers, pedals) before launching the game to ensure they are properly detected and configured.

5. What should I do if my device isn’t recognized after connecting?
Double-check all connections and ensure devices were connected before launching the game. Restarting the game may be necessary for proper detection.Make sure to also check if all drivers are updated currently.

6. Can I connect more than one device at a time?
Yes, you can connect multiple devices simultaneously.

7. How can I optimize my gaming experience with these new features?
Use the custom setup option provided in the Controls menu for a personalized and optimized gaming experience.

8. Where can I get further assistance if I encounter issues?
Join our Discord channel and contact the developers directly for troubleshooting tips.

9. Will my shifter work with Taxi Life?
Yes - however, please remember that in order for your shifter to work you have to make sure that you selected Simulation or Simulation+Clutch in Game Settings -> Gearbox Mode and Gearbox to Manual in the garage.

10. How will these updates affect my overall gaming experience in Taxi Life?
These updates aim to improve controller functionality and customization, providing a smoother and more enjoyable gaming experience for all players.


We hope you learned something new about adding your steering wheel to Taxi Life and solved any problems you might have. Thanks for taking the time to read through our FAQ and stay tuned for more updates from our team!

See you in Barcelona!

Simteract Team

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[h2]Hello Drivers! [/h2]

It's been a long time coming. The community has been asking and we've been listening. We're very happy to finally announce that PC players for Taxi Life will be able to use all steering wheel models*** with the game starting from today's patch. We wanted to go into a bit more detail on some of the in's and outs of the new binding menu, so lets get into it:


[h3]Setting Up Controls[/h3]

First, we'd like to start off by mentioning that we would advise for players to have there steering wheels plugged into their computer, before launching the game so the game can detect your device. Keep this in mind with multiple devices as well.

After you connected your peripherals, and then launched your game you can access the binding menu from the pause menu.

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Click on ESC > Game Settings > Controls > Click on the right arrow to navigate to steering wheel binding menu

[h3]Custom Setup Options[/h3]
Once you’re in the Controls menu, you can select your preferred steering wheel. Here are the key steps:

• Choose your steering wheel/device from the list.
  
• Toggle the custom setup option to on
  

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Note: Setting the custom setup to on ensures full functionality, while off mode provides a simplified setup.

[h3]Troubleshooting Device Detection[/h3]

If your device isn’t recognized:

• Double-check all connections.
  
• Make sure all correct drivers are installed and updated
  
• Ensure that all devices are connected before launching the game.
  
• Reconnecting devices during gameplay may not always result in proper detection and might require restarting the game.
  

When correctly connected, your devices should appear in the game’s device list with their specific names (e.g., Thrustmaster T300). Here are some additional details:

• You can connect more than one device at a time.
  
• If your steering wheel does not work right out of the box, use the custom binding setup to bind all of the buttons.
  
• After plugging in your steering wheel and you do not get FFB (Forced Feedback), please try and restart the game.
  

[h3]Additional Tips[/h3]
For the best experience, use the custom setup for all connected peripherals. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance please ping us on our official Discord channel

[h3]Minor Bug Fixes
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We've also included in this patch some minor bug fixes that players should not be bothered by any more. If you encounter anything new, don't hesitate to let us know. We have 2 more patches to be released, but this does not mean we’re done! We’re going to be working on adding more content to the game within this year.

[h3]THANK YOU![/h3]
Shoutouts to the entire Simteract/Nacon teams for working hard on bringing this patch live as well as to the community for all of their constructive feedback since the games release. Without you guys, we couldn’t have made it this far. We have a lot more coming for Taxi Life, so stay tuned folks. We're not done by a long shot.

See you in Barcelona, drivers!

Mike
Simteract Community Manager

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APPROVED AND TESTED STEERING WHEELS + SHIFTERS***

Logitech G27
Logitech G29
Logitech G920   
Logitech G923
Logitech Driving Force GT
Thrustmaster T248
Thrustmaster T128   
Thrustmaster TMX
Thrustmaster T80
Thrustmaster T300 RS
Thrustmaster TX   
Fanatec GT DD PRO  
Fanatec CSL Elite
Fanatec CSL DD
Moza R5

Shifters:
Thrustmaster TH8A Add-On Shifter
Thrustmaster TH8S
Logitech Driving Force Shifter
Fanatec ClubSport Shifter SQ

Hello Drivers!

It’s been awhile since we released the second part of patch 3 and we really want to make sure that we bring the community a good update, so it's taking us a little longer than expected to fully flesh it out.

The next part of patch 3 will come later in the month of June. This also means that the remaining patches according to our roadmap, will be delayed until July/August (this includes steering wheels for consoles)

Thanks for being patient throughout this time and we hope all steering wheel players (and beyond) will enjoy what we have in store for Taxi Life.

Ens veiem a Barcelona!