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  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 7, 2012
  • June 17, 2015

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Test your virtual sailing skills and learn about Olympic sailing from home. Master one of Britain's most successful Olympic sports using intuitive touchscreen gestures to navigate championship courses and collect bonus stars.

Virtual racing skills test
Olympic sailing understanding
Touchscreen gestures for sailing maneuvers
Championship course navigation
Bonus star collection for score increase
Online leader-board competition
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What's New in Sail For Gold Game

2.2.2

June 17, 2015

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Fixed 'flying buoys' Fixed missing arrows on some marks Fixed facebook connectivity

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Room for improvement

Looks like it has potential, but wind direction is not easy to notice shifts. Main issue for me is the other boats never give way.

Okay, needs work

Steering input is sketchy at best…no consistent correlation to how much finger movement equals how much rudder so you’re constantly turning to much or not enough.
Maybe give the option to use the g-sensors like the driving games?
A course overview before the start would be nice, as would a chance to start on the port tack.
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Good, could be great

This game is fun for what it is, but it’s not exactly a simulator.

The penalties are a bit screwy (I think it misunderstands the overlap rules.)

Bit two improvements would really help. The player should not be on starboard tack all the time. Also a prestart would be great

And it would be awesome if there could be some accounting for wind blocking. So the trailing boat could make the downwind boat go.
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Amazing!!!

Amazing game, I play it all the time but it would be awesome if you could chose your starting positions and more boats on the line ⛵️ ⛵️

A lot of effort for a dumb result

Clearly this is a well made game for its graphics are pretty good!
However it’s all for nought as the camera angles ruin it completely. Really stupid programming.

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Reported Bugs

13 issues

App crashes on startup or boat selection

Bug

Game freezes during races or at various stages

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Crashes when two boats collide

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Unresponsive menu selection

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Crashes on certain boat classes

Bug

Game drops out partway through race

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Incompatibility with older iPad/iPod models

Bug

Steering input has no consistent correlation to rudder movement

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Incorrect penalty system (penalizes player but not AI)

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Jib doesn't switch sides on some boats

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Boats tack unrealistically (like cars, not keels)

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Opponent can sail directly upwind

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Opponent appears to sail faster and higher than player

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Requested Features

19 requests

Course preview/map before race start

Feature

Ability to choose starting position and tack

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Pre-start countdown sequence

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Spinnaker/kite options for downwind sailing

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More boat classes (29er, 49er, Toppers, RS 200, AC 72)

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Longer and more varied race courses

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Multiple opponents/fleet racing

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Multiplayer mode

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Adjustable difficulty levels

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Wind direction and strength variation

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Speed indicator/knot meter

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Sail trim and sail choice mechanics

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Customizable camera view

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Boat customization options

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Different locations/courses

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Wind blocking mechanics for trailing boats

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Proper foiling for certain boat classes

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Longer legs between buoys

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Free sail/practice mode without race pressure

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FAQ

What is the Sail For Gold Game?

The Sail For Gold Game is a virtual racing application that allows users to test their sailing skills and gain an understanding of world-class sailing. It simulates Olympic sailing from the comfort of your home.

How do I play the Sail For Gold Game?

You play by using touchscreen gestures to perform sailing maneuvers like gybing and tacking. The goal is to sail around a championship course in the fastest time while collecting bonus stars to increase your score.

Is the Sail For Gold Game free to play?

Yes, the Sail For Gold Game is free to play. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, meaning you can enjoy the full experience without any additional costs or interruptions.

What devices is the Sail For Gold Game compatible with?

The description does not specify exact device compatibility. However, it is designed for mobile devices, utilizing touchscreen gestures, suggesting it is available on smartphones and tablets.

What are the main objectives in the game?

The main objectives are to master the art of sailing using touchscreen controls, navigate a championship course as quickly as possible, and collect bonus stars to maximize your score. You can also compete on an online leader-board.