Engine Simulator - Community Edition

Click here to download the most recent release for Windows

Please read the installation instructions below.

Project Status

Engine Simulator - Community Edition is no longer actively maintained as it is being replaced by a newer and more capable version. To get updates on the state of this project, please join the community Discord server where I post updates actively. I also post video updates to my YouTube channel.

Why is this project no longer open source?

This repository is only for the distribution of the Engine Simulator application. You'll notice that there is no application code here. The version of Engine Simulator (v0.1.14a) being distributed here is almost identical to the open source version found here, at least in terms of its core functionality. That version is 100% open-source and free to use for everyone. At the time that that codebase was released, I didn't think much of it and simply released the code for free so that others could learn from it. Since then, it has been used in a few game projects, usually with credit given (which I do appreciate). However, I was not very impressed with certain very high profile game studios using my work and pretending that it was actually their own creation. After that experience, I have been very hesitant about following an open source model for future projects. Going forward, I prefer to follow a model that does not rely on indirect income sources like advertisements, sponsorships, crowdfunding or corporate donations which is how many open-source projects are funded. I prefer the simpler model of creating an application and selling it for a reasonable price which I view as more honest.

What is the Patreon campaign for?

The Patreon funds the development of the new Engine Simulator which has almost nothing in common with this project other than the concept. Do not join the Patreon if you intend to support the development of this project as it is no longer actively maintained.

While I've been able to remove my dependence on YouTube sponsorships, this project does still require Patreon donations to be financially feasible. Please understand that while I appreciate all contributions to the Patreon, the income generated is not nearly enough for me to justify releasing the entire codebase for free (which took me thousands of hours of work to create). Also, my productivity does not magically increase as Patreon donations increase. I'm only a single person with limited hours in the day. Please do not join the Patreon if you want to "speed up development", it unfortunately doesn't work that way. In fact, I really don't need any more Patreon supporters right now as I am in a comfortable position financially to continue development for at least the next 1-2 years. Only join if you want behind the scenes updates and to get a closer look at the development of the game. Otherwise, it's probably best to wait until the general release on Steam. Thank you for understanding.

Introduction

Welcome to Engine Simulator - Community Edition, the free version of Engine Simulator by AngeTheGreat. If you're a software developer, the original open-source Engine Simulator can be found here.

Engine Simulator is an engine simulation game that allows you to build, run, test and actually hear your engine creations.

How to Download Engine Simulator

Click here to download the most recent release

Click here for historical releases after v0.1.11a

Click here to go to releases v0.1.11a and before

Installation Instructions

Engine Simulator does not come with an installer. The .zip file that you download contains the entire game and is standalone. You can place it wherever you want. Do not modify anything inside the game's file directory.

1. Download the Engine Simulator .zip file (see How to Download Engine Simulator above)
2. Unzip the .zip file wherever you like
3. Inside the unzipped directory, navigate to the bin/ folder
4. Run engine-sim-app.exe
5. For v0.1.13a or earlier: If an error message pops up saying you are missing a DLL, run the .exe files inside the installation/ folder. These will install the dependencies that Engine Simulator needs to run if they're not already on your computer

Controls

Engine Simulator uses a minimalistic UI driven by keybinds. The most important ones are below.

Key/Input	Action
A	Toggle ignition
S	Hold for starter
Shift	Clutch (hold spacebar at the same time to slowly engage/disengage)
Y	Hold clutch at current pressure
T/U	Decrease/increase clutch pressure (hold Y while using these keys)
Up Arrow	Up gear
Down Arrow	Down gear
Q, W, E, R	Change throttle position
.	Vehicle brake
D	Enable dyno
H	Enable RPM hold (see below for instructions)
G + Scroll	Change hold speed
F	Enter fullscreen mode
I	Display dyno stats in the information panel
Left Arrow	Previous oscilloscope page
Right Arrow	Next oscilloscope page
Z + Scroll	Volume
X + Scroll	Convolution Level
C + Scroll	High frequency gain
V + Scroll	Low frequency noise
B + Scroll	High frequency noise
N + Scroll	Simulation frequency
M	Increase view layer
,	Decrease view layer
Enter	Reload engine script
Escape	Exit the program
Space + Scroll	Fine throttle adjustment
1, 2, 3, 4, 5	Simulation time warp
Tab	Change screen

Tutorial

If you want to learn how to use Engine Simulator check out the tutorials below:

1. Tutorial 1: Getting Started
2. Tutorial 2: Using Community-made Engines
3. Tutorial 3: Build Your Own Engine From Scratch (under construction)

Reporting an Issue

If you find a bug in the game or have a feature request, please open a ticket here.

If you'd like to speak to the development team directly or get help from the community, it's best to join the Engine Simulator Official Discord Server.

Patreon Supporters

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