Research: MCO .frd file format
1. File Type: .FRD in MCO 2. Core Structure: DEADBEEF Blocks 3. basename from info.ini Track basename Hex Occurrences in .FRD Tr1 1200 0x04B0 25 Tr2 1300 0x0514 29 Tr3 1100 0x044C…
category: high stakes
Category: High Stakes
Follow the development process of the project “High Stakes”. This project is not only about remastering the original game content from the old “Need For Speed”-Series 1-4 but also reworking every asset to bring the whole game experiences to a more updated state.
Importing a NFS5 PU track into Unreal Engine 5
The tutorial explains how to import a Need for Speed 5: Porsche Unleashed track into Unreal Engine 5 using Blender for 3D modeling and UE5 tools for rendering and lighting adjustments. It details processes such as extracting the original game files, converting track elements to usable formats, and adapting the materials for modern graphics engines. The article provides step-by-step guidance on managing textures, lighting, and Unreal Engine 5's capabilities to breathe new life into classic tracks, making them playable within UE5.
Converting a NFS5 PU track to blender
In this tutorial I show you the (for me, yet) best way to convert a track from NFS5 aka Porsche / Porsche Unleashed to a blender-compatible format. First of all you obviously…
First impressions of “Rusty Springs” rework
The output of this weekend was quite big, maybe not regarding the whole project but definetly in the points of car’s function, track processing and the overall feeling. Regarding cars there is…
Main Menu for High Stakes – Artwork and WIP
When it comes to game development sooner or later you will have to think about the thing most people see when they launch a game – the main menu. When it comes…
Importing NFS3 PSX Tracks to Blender
If you want to import some or all Need For Speed III – Hot Pursuit PSX tracks to blender this short guide might help you. I digged into it to get to…
EASY Importing NFS4-Tracks to Blender
In this *new* tutorial I explain how everyone of you can easily import tracks from NFS4 into blender. Forget the old tutorial. After digging the internet I found a small set of…
How to convert a NFS3/NFS4 Track for use in Blender, 3D Studio and/or Unreal Engine (4)
As there has been a HUGE update on the process – you should continue reading here. Requirements: Additional Tools Step 1 – Convert the track file from .frd to .lwo The first…