Here are the frequently asked Questions about Assetto Corsa Content Manager (CM) across various community forums like Reddit, RaceDepartment, Steam, and Discord:
Installing Content Manager is simple:
Download CM: Get it from the official website: Assetto Corsa Content Manager
Extract & Run: No installation is required. Just extract the ZIP file and run Content Manager.exe.
Set Game Directory: On first launch, CM will detect your Assetto Corsa installation. If it doesn’t, manually select the Assetto Corsa root folder (e.g., C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\assettocorsa).
First-Time Setup: Follow CM’s prompts to configure settings like your Steam ID, controls, and video settings.
(Optional) Install Custom Shaders Patch (CSP) & Sol: These mods enhance graphics and add night/weather effects. Install CSP from CM’s built-in settings and get Sol from RaceDepartment.
Ready to Use! Start launching Assetto Corsa via CM and enjoy its extended features.
No, but it’s highly recommended. Content Manager comes in two versions:
Lite Version (Free) – Includes all core features, mod support, and a much better UI than the default launcher.
Full Version (Paid) – Unlocks premium features like auto-updates, content downloads, advanced settings, and multi-profiles.
To unlock the full version, donate any amount to the developer on Patreon or via PayPal through CM’s Settings > About section. Many users say it's worth it, as it makes mod management much smoother.
CM makes mod installation incredibly easy:
Drag & Drop the ZIP/RAR file into Content Manager.
Click Install when prompted. CM will place the files in the correct directories (content/cars, content/tracks, etc.).
Manual Install: If the drag-and-drop doesn’t work, extract the files manually into assettocorsa/content/ (e.g., cars go into assettocorsa/content/cars).
Go to CM’s Content tab > Search for your mod > Check if it appears correctly.
Activate the mod and launch the game!
If a mod isn’t working, check the Logs section in CM for missing files or errors.
Crashes in CM can be due to corrupted mods, CSP conflicts, or outdated settings. Try these fixes:
Start CM in Safe Mode: Hold Shift while launching CM to disable CSP.
Clear CM Cache: Go to C:\Users\YourName\AppData\Local\AcTools Content Manager and delete unnecessary logs/config files.
Disable Faulty Mods: Go to CM’s Content tab > Disable any recently installed mods.
Update Custom Shaders Patch: CM Settings > Custom Shaders Patch > Install the latest recommended version.
Reinstall CM: Delete CM’s files and re-download from the official website.
If none of these work, check CM’s Logs tab or seek help on AC Discord or RaceDepartment forums.
For night races and weather effects, you need Custom Shaders Patch (CSP) + Sol mod:
Install CSP: Go to CM > Settings > Custom Shaders Patch > Click Install/Update.
Install Sol: Download from RaceDepartment, install via CM’s MODS tab.
Enable Sol in CM: Go to Settings > Assetto Corsa > Weather > Set Sol as the active script.
Enable Night Time: In Quick Drive, set the time to 22:00 or later.
Ensure “Enable dynamic lights” is active in CSP settings > Lighting FX.
(Optional) Sync real-world weather: Enable Real Conditions in CM's Drive settings.
Now you can race at any time of day with accurate lighting and dynamic weather! 🌙🌦️
If you get a “Race Cancelled” error or missing content issues when joining a server, try:
Check Missing Mods: CM will show a red error message with missing mods. Click it to auto-download (if available).
Manually Install Missing Cars/Tracks: If CM can’t find them, search on RaceDepartment or other AC mod sites.
Disable CSP/Mod Conflicts: Some servers require a specific CSP version. Try disabling CSP in Settings > Custom Shaders Patch > Disable WeatherFX and ExtraFX temporarily.
Use CM’s Online Debugger: Go to CM > Online tab > Debug Mode to check errors.
Verify Integrity of Assetto Corsa (Steam): Right-click AC in Steam > Properties > Local Files > Verify Integrity.
If a specific server always fails, the issue might be on their end, so contact the admin.
Yes! Content Manager is VR-friendly and has extra performance tweaks for VR users.
To optimize VR:
Enable VR Mode: In CM, go to Settings > Assetto Corsa > Video and enable Oculus Rift/OpenVR mode.
Lower Unnecessary Effects: Disable motion blur, extra reflections, and shadows in CSP’s Graphics Adjustments.
Set Proper FOV & Resolution: Under CM’s VR settings, adjust Supersampling (1.2x - 1.5x is ideal for clarity).
Enable Asynchronous Timewarp (ASW): Helps smooth frame rates in demanding scenarios.
Use CM’s VR Presets: Some users create different video settings presets for VR vs normal play.
CM makes it much easier to tweak VR settings compared to the default launcher!
CM lets you create custom championship seasons:
Go to CM > Content > User Championships.
Click New Championship and set: Series Name (e.g., “GT3 World Championship”)
Number of races
Cars allowed per event
AI difficulty, weather, race length
Save and start racing! CM keeps track of your standings and progress automatically.
You can download pre-made championships from RaceDepartment and import them into CM.
This is great for single-player career mode, as AC’s default career mode is very limited.
FPS drops are common if CSP and Sol are not optimized. Fix it by:
Lowering CSP settings: Go to CM > Settings > CSP > Graphics Adjustments and: Disable unnecessary effects like Extra FX, excessive smoke, or particles.
Reduce shadow quality and reflection updates.
Adjust WeatherFX settings: Lower cloud quality and disable real-time weather sync if FPS is unstable.
Update GPU Drivers & CSP: Always use latest drivers and stable CSP versions.
Use CM’s FPS Limiter: Enable frame cap (60 FPS) under Settings > Assetto Corsa > General for smoother performance.
If you encounter issues, you can find help at:
RaceDepartment Forums: https://www.racedepartment.com/
Reddit (r/assettocorsa): https://www.reddit.com/r/assettocorsa/
AC Discord Servers: Search "Assetto Corsa Discord" for modding help.
AC Forums (official): https://www.assettocorsa.net/forum/