SimRacing is more than just graphics – it is a community. For those in Germany and Europe looking for a home for fair racing and historic vehicles, the "Bierbuden" (Beer Booths) are the place to be. Here is what makes the Altbierbude and its sister sites so special.
1. The Philosophy: "Fairness is our highest asset"
The Bierbuden are not anonymous servers. There is a strict code of honor here. Those who ram others off the track have no place here. It’s all about the "Gentleman Driver" spirit: you leave space, you apologize, and you drive with respect.
2. Altbierbude (GTL): The Home of Legends
The Altbierbude is the heart for fans of GT Legends (GTL).
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Vehicles: No modern hybrid engines here. It’s all about carburetors, manual shifting, and real "work" behind the wheel. Capri RS, Porsche 911 RSR, or the tiny Abarth – history comes alive here.
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The "Buden-Installer": Our trademark! Over the years, the community has perfectly prepared thousands of tracks and cars in a dedicated installer. One click, and your GTL is up to professional standards.
• Special Feature: GTL has a tire physics model that, even almost 20 years later, still puts many modern sims to shame when it comes to the feeling of the rear end sliding.
3. The Siblings: Pilsbierbude, Schwarzbierbude & Co.
The concept was so successful that a dedicated "Bude" was created for every major simulation:
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Pilsbierbude (Assetto Corsa): The meeting point for the modern all-round sim. Here, the massive mod variety of AC is used for diverse events.
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Schwarzbierbude (Race07 / GTR2): For lovers of the golden SimBin era. The focus here is on Touring Cars (WTCC) and legendary GT classes.
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Weissbierbude (rFactor 2): For technical purists who love tire wear and dynamic track conditions (RealRoad) down to the last detail.
4. Why "Bude"? – The Social Aspect
The word "Bude" says it all – it’s a cozy "hangout." It’s familiar, people know each other by their first names, and after the race, everyone meets on Teamspeak or the forum for a virtual (or real) beer.
• Events: Everything from relaxed evening races ("After-work gaming") to professionally organized championships with live streaming.
• Support: If your steering wheel isn't recognized or a mod is acting up, you'll find help from like-minded people in the Buden forums within minutes.
1. The Philosophy: "Fairness is our highest asset"
The Bierbuden are not anonymous servers. There is a strict code of honor here. Those who ram others off the track have no place here. It’s all about the "Gentleman Driver" spirit: you leave space, you apologize, and you drive with respect.
2. Altbierbude (GTL): The Home of Legends
The Altbierbude is the heart for fans of GT Legends (GTL).
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• Special Feature: GTL has a tire physics model that, even almost 20 years later, still puts many modern sims to shame when it comes to the feeling of the rear end sliding.
3. The Siblings: Pilsbierbude, Schwarzbierbude & Co.
The concept was so successful that a dedicated "Bude" was created for every major simulation:
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4. Why "Bude"? – The Social Aspect
The word "Bude" says it all – it’s a cozy "hangout." It’s familiar, people know each other by their first names, and after the race, everyone meets on Teamspeak or the forum for a virtual (or real) beer.
• Events: Everything from relaxed evening races ("After-work gaming") to professionally organized championships with live streaming.
• Support: If your steering wheel isn't recognized or a mod is acting up, you'll find help from like-minded people in the Buden forums within minutes.
Admin's Conclusion: If you are looking for SimRacing without aggression and with a real passion for motorsport, you will feel at home at Altbierbude and its partner sites. It is the "living room" of German SimRacing.
Mir geht es gut weil ich ein Mann bin! 