This is an excellent simulator!! So far I haven't run into any major problems, although I'd like to be able to use my rudder pedals (CH Pro) along with the joystick (MS Sidewinder FF). I take it you're working on a solution to use a second input device on a second port...
As for the graphics, they're some of the best I've seen in any simulator. The cloud volumetric rendering is just outstanding. The dynamics seem very accurate, but I couldn't test fully (lack of rudder pedals). I like how you have a "feeling" of negative Gs when you nose the glider over ...
Here's my setup: Windows XP, HP Pentium 4 2.6 GHz with 1GB RAM with NVidia Geforce4 MX 440 Graphics. I get about 30 fps on this system.
A couple real *minor* things you may want to consider: the yaw string is too smooth, maybe you could have it flutter a little, similar to SFSPC's. The default view should be a little higher. Right now it's mostly instrument panel and less outside view. I use my coolie hat for changing the view, but returning to default looks too low. Maybe it's just the Grob view. Also, I couldn't get the aerotow to start rolling after I pressed the Backspace...
Congratulations on a super product! I'll be one of the first to buy the full version when it's released. Will keep you posted on other things I find.
TS
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