ESS344 - Virtual Skipper

Take control of a 24-foot boat or a 70-foot racer and challenge the best skippers in the world! Race against contenders who will exploit the slightest tactical error you make as you steer and tack your way as you follow the wind shifts, use the breezes, lulls and currents on the most prestigious stretches of water in the world. Every race in this 3D regatta is a full-scale challenge, ruthless competition and so real it's unreal!

Learn the official International Sailing rules, train for your first regatta at home against the computer, improve your tactical skills and enjoy the thrill of worldwide races.

The waters, coastline, weather, yachts and crew are incredibly realistic and everything is in constant motion. Even your mainsail billows in the breeze! On-screen instruments help you stay on course, and five cameras show what's happening to you and your adversary.

* Realistic simulation of water conditions (wind fields, weather, currents).
* Experience the true sensations of a helmsman (behaviour and responsiveness of the boat).
* Real time arbitration in accordance with international racing rules.
* Training tutorial for sailing and regattas.
* 3 difficulty levels.
* 3 types of boat: 24, 45 and 70 foot racer.
* Sail in famous stretches of water, such as: La Trinite sur Mer, Auckland, Hauraki Gulf, the official site of the America's cup, Maria Island and San Francisco bay.

ESS344 - Virtual Skipper