Ok, but what's the difference with the original ?

[Kyller92 AKA Cinos]

From what I can see from the (nearly copy-pasted) store description, there is 8 new planes, 2 new modes and a local multiplayer.
It's nice, but it looks more like a paid update than anything else. Is there new races for example ?
Because right now, while it's good for those that never played the game, I don't see why owners of the original should pay again for "minor" additions.

[CasePB]

Was also wondering what was the point of this game. Doesn't even seem to be a remaster. Made me think it was a sequel at first and I got excited. I am disappointed now.

[VRBALAZS]

It is an extended remaster, with framerate no longer locked at 30, new planes, a new track, new maneuvers, and 2-4 split screen local multiplayer (with ai and all game modes selectable).

[CasePB]

Ok cool so it is a remaster. Any chances of you making a sequel?

[EgoSchlüter]

Originally posted by vrbalazs:

It is an extended remaster, with framerate no longer locked at 30, new planes, a new track, new maneuvers, and 2-4 split screen local multiplayer (with ai and all game modes selectable).

Nice, any Chance for owners of the original Game for some Kind of Discount?

[comp9]

Can AI (bots) be added to multiplayer online races? That was something in the previous game was definitely missing!

[Vi]

I really like the original SkyDrift, the graphics hold up and it controls great. But this here is not enough. One (1) new track, really? It's been 10 years since SkyDrift and that's all you could come up with? That's not tempting...

[Jinx]

Originally posted by Vi:

I really like the original SkyDrift, the graphics hold up and it controls great. But this here is not enough. One (1) new track, really? It's been 10 years since SkyDrift and that's all you could come up with? That's not tempting...

The split-screen multiplayer and removal of the 30fps lock are a big deal. If you don't care about those things maybe it's just not for you.

[Vi]

Yeah that are cool features, but they don't really justify a release that almost seems like a sequel at first glance.

[Liandri]

Originally posted by vrbalazs:

It is an extended remaster, with framerate no longer locked at 30, new planes, a new track, new maneuvers, and 2-4 split screen local multiplayer (with ai and all game modes selectable).

Originally posted by Vi:

The split-screen multiplayer and removal of the 30fps lock are a big deal. If you don't care about those things maybe it's just not for you.

- No new tracks are demonstrated in trailer I think. Just 1 new track you say?
- Fan-made 60 fps patch is available online and is working great. It's a shame that you never added it into original game.

Why not implement it as a free update and a paid DLC instead?

[comp9]

Don't forget minimal support from the company. They haven't bothered to visit this topic or several others on the forum.

[Wiid]

Originally posted by vrbalazs:

It is an extended remaster, with framerate no longer locked at 30, new planes, a new track, new maneuvers, and 2-4 split screen local multiplayer (with ai and all game modes selectable).

Will this have some form of mod support. That would really help get old players back with the prospect of fan made content.

[SapientWolf]

Originally posted by vrbalazs:

It is an extended remaster, with framerate no longer locked at 30, new planes, a new track, new maneuvers, and 2-4 split screen local multiplayer (with ai and all game modes selectable).

Day 1 for me.

[Liandri]

Originally posted by SapientWolf:

Originally posted by vrbalazs:

It is an extended remaster, with framerate no longer locked at 30, new planes, a new track, new maneuvers, and 2-4 split screen local multiplayer (with ai and all game modes selectable).

Day 1 for me.

Fan-made 60 fps patch for the original game is available online and is working great.

[comp9]

I should try that patch on the original, does it work in multiplayer or is it only for singleplayer?

I'm guessing in the remaster the framerate will be unlimited both ways, or perhaps something like 120 or 240FPS?

I wonder if they'll revisit the forums to answer some of our questions?

[Liandri]

I never tried multiplayer and I only said 60 fps because that's what I verified myself with a 60 hz display. Perhaps it also works for higher refresh rates.